Insights into the launch segment, upcoming missions, and global space industry – with John Holst

In episode 59 of the Space Industry podcast by satsearch, our host Hywel Curtis spoke with John Holst from Ill-Defined Space about all aspects of the launch segment and wider movements in the space industry around the world.

Episode show notes

In the episode we discuss:

• The impacts of the industry’s reliance (or over-reliance) on SpaceX for launch
• How the other big players in the launch segment are approaching the industry
• What a US-centric launch sector means for space missions around the world
• The upcoming missions and programs that John finds most interesting and important
• His views on the wider industry in the years to come

You can find out more about John’s work at the links below:

• Website
• Substack
• X/Twitter
• BlueSky