Space Café Radio

NATO's Future and Germany's Role in Space: Interview with General (Retired) Chris Badia In this episode of Space Café Radio, host Torsten Kriening interviews General (Retired) Chris Badia, former NATO Deputy Supreme Allied Commander Transformation (NATO ACT). They explore the concept of transformation within NATO and its relevance to modern defense, emphasizing the importance of future-oriented thinking. The discussion covers Germany's emerging role as a military space power, the signif...

Convergence of Commercial and Military Space Defense: Insights from the Space Defense and Security Summit Join SpaceWatch.Global's Torsten Kriening for an exclusive interview with Rainer Horn, Managing Director of Novaspace, about the Space Defense and Security Summit (SDSS) during the World Space Business Week in Paris. This episode dives into key discussions from the conference, highlighting the increasing need for international cooperation in space security, the shift towards faster ...

The Seventh Summit of Space Sustainability: Europe's Vision for Space Security In this episode of Space Café Radio, recorded live at the Ministry of Economics of France in Paris during the seventh Summit of Space Sustainability, host Torsten Kriening talks with Marjolijn van Deelen, the EU Special Envoy for Space of the European External Action Service (EEAS) Topics include the European Union's vision (Defence Readiness Roadmap) and strategy for space security, the importance of space as a st...

Germany's Bold Leap into Space Defense: Interview with Major General Michael Traut In this episode of Space Café Radio, we explore Germany's ambitious space defense plans announced by Defense Minister Boris Pistorius, featuring major investments worth 35 billion Euros by 2030. Host Torsten Kriening reflects on Germany's evolving role in space security and interviews Major General Michael Traut, Commander of the German Space Command. General Traut discusses the operational and functional...

In-Flight Connectivity Revolution: An Interview with NSG's COO Philippe Carette Join us for a captivating episode of Space Café Radio as your host, Torsten Kriening, sits down with Philippe Carette, now President of Satellite Communications at NSG - Neo Space Group, during the World Space Business Week in Paris. Listen into an insightful discussion on the future of in-flight connectivity and how NSG's recent acquisition of Display Interactive strengthens its role as a global leader in integra...

Revolutionizing Space Logistics and Cloud Computing in Orbit with Dr Luca Rossettini In this episode of Space Cafe Radio, host Torsten Kriening catches up with Dr Luca Rossettini, CEO and Founder of D-Orbit, during the World Space Business Week in Paris. Dr Rossettini speaks about the challenges faced by public servants, the evolution of D-Orbit, and how they are pioneering in-orbit economy and space logistics. They discuss the importance of building infrastructure for the expandi...

In this episode of Space Café Radio, Torsten Kriening sit down with Professor Michael Byers, co-director of the Outer Space Institute in Vancouver, to discuss pressing issues in space governance. Recorded at a scenic street café in Berlin, Michael sheds light on the potential future crisis in Earth's orbit, comparing it to the current plastic crisis in our oceans. He talks about the mission and methods of the Outer Space Institute, the influence of academic research on policy-maki...

Navigating Space Security and the Future of Lunar Exploration with Dr Jessica West Join us in this Space Cafe Radio episode as we sit down with Dr Jessica West, a senior researcher at Project Ploughshares in Canada, recently back from the Outer Space Security Conference in Geneva. Dr West shares insights on changes in the global space security landscape since her first conference in 2007, highlighting inclusivity and the introduction of new topics like cis-lunar space security. We delve...

Space Café Radio - Space Sustainability: Challenges and Future Prospects with Dr Nic Ross In this episode of Space Cafe Radio, host Torsten Kriening sits down with Dr Nic Ross, co-author of the 3rd NIPARO Summit report and a leading voice in space sustainability. Together, they explore the evolving definition of sustainability in the space sector, the challenges of balancing innovation with responsible stewardship, and the philosophical and practical dilemmas facing the industry. Dr Ros...

Space Café Radio – Poland’s Space Ambitions with Col. Marcin Mazur In this episode of Space Café Radio, host Torsten Kriening is joined by Colonel Marcin Mazur of Polish Space Agency (POLSA) to explore Poland’s fast-rising role in space. Almost half a century after its first astronaut flew into orbit, Poland has returned to human spaceflight with the AX-4 mission – a highly symbolic step that signals the nation’s ambition to be a full partner in global space exploration. But this milestone is...

Space Sustainability and Security: Insights from Dr Peter Martinez In this insightful episode of Space Café Radio, SpaceWatch.Global's Torsten Kriening interviews Dr Peter Martinez, Executive Director of the Secure World Foundation. They discuss space governance, the 2025 Global Counter Space Capability Report, and the indispensable UN COPUOS Briefing Book. The episode delves into the 7th Summit for Space Sustainability in Paris, the EU Space Act, and pressing issues in space traf...

Exploring Very Low Earth Orbits (VLEO): The Future of Space Systems with Prof René Laufer In this captivating episode of our Space Cafe Radio, recorded live in Berlin, host Torsten Kriening sits down with Professor René Laufer, Head of Space Systems at the Lulea University of Technology. They discuss the significance of Very Low Earth Orbits (VLEO), exploring whether it is a game-changer or just orbital optimism. They discuss the unique challenges and advantages of VLEO, such as real-time dat...

Poland's Space Strategy and Lessons from Ukraine: Insights from Brigadier General Marcin Górka In this special episode of Space Cafe Radio, live from the 8th Prague Space Security Conference, host Torsten Kriening sit down with Brigadier General Marcin Górka, Director at the Department of Innovation at the Polish Ministry of National Defense and a key figure in shaping Poland's military space policy. General Górka discusses Poland’s strategic vision for space capabilities, integra...

Celebrating 50 Years of ESA: Achievements and Future Prospects with Dr. Kai-Uwe Schrogl In this special episode of Space Cafe Radio, host Torsten Kriening talked with Dr. Kai-Uwe Schrogl, ESA’s Special Advisor for Political Affairs. In this capacity Dr Schrogl is coordinating the events throughout the year, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the ESA Convention of 1975. The episode covers European Space Agency (ESA)'s achievements over the past five decades, its ongoing adaptability, and the...

Europe's Space Power Dynamics: A Dialogue with Juliana Suess In this episode of Space Cafe Radio, Torsten Kriening looks into the critical topic of space security in Europe with Juliana Suess, an associate at the German Institute for International and Security Affairs (SWP). Recorded at the 8th Space Security Conference in Prague, Juliana Suess shares her expertise on the evolving dynamics of space policy and geopolitics. The discussion touches on the similarities and differences betwee...