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Ariel Ekblaw
Founder and CEO of the Aurelia Institute and founder of the MIT Space Exploration Initiative, discussing commercial space infrastructure and autonomous self-assembling habitats.
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Sep 25, 2025
• 46min
How private companies are influencing the new space race
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In this conversation, Christian Davenport, a NASA and space industry reporter for The Washington Post, and Ariel Ekblaw, founder of the Aurelia Institute, delve into the intricate relationships between private companies and public space agencies. They discuss how NASA's support was crucial for SpaceX's survival and the implications of commercial firms’ dominance in launch services. The duo also explores the balance of benefits and risks posed by industry reliance, visionary projects like space-based solar power, and the future of U.S. space leadership amid growing competition.
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