Space Café Radio
Space Café™ Radio brings you our engaging talks, insightful interviews, and unfiltered perspectives in an exciting new format. With this show, you will have the opportunity to hear our team of SpaceWatchers while we are on the road. Each episode will feature a unique topic and personal touch, with content that is both exclusive and informative. We invite you to sit back, relax, and enjoy the show. Don't hesitate to send us your feedback at radio@spacewatch.global and support us if you can - https://www.buzzsprout.com/1911988/supporters/new
Episodes
Germany's Bold Moves in Space Defense: A Comprehensive Review with PD Dr Antje Noetzold
In this episode of Space Cafe Radio, host Torsten Kriening interviews PD Dr Antje Noetzold, about Germany's significant shifts in space defense and security policies in 2025. They discuss Germany's constitutional changes allowing for increased space defense spending, implications of U.S. geopolitical moves, and emerging Europe...
Exploring Collaboration and Innovation in the Space Industry
In this episode of Space Cafe Radio, recorded live from the Space Tech Expo in Bremen, host Torsten Kriening discusses the critical roles of space technologies in everyday life with guests
Georgia Jaggs (Managing Director, Halo PR and Communications),
Aman Sandhur (Project Manager, RAL Space),
Andrew Faiola (Commercial Director, Astroscale UK),
and Oli...
Switzerland's Military Space Strategy Explained - with Colonel GS Ludovic Monnerat
In this episode of Space Cafe Radio, host Torsten Kriening talks with Ludovic Monnerat about Switzerland's comprehensive military space concept (Gesamtkonzeption Weltraum) and its implications for Swiss security and European cooperation. They discuss the distinction between data and intelligence, the evolution of Switzerland's space str...
The Role of Geospatial and Earth Observation for a Sustainable Future
In this episode, recorded at the InterGeo 2025 in Frankfurt, host Torsten Kriening discuss with Aaron Addison, Executive Director, World Geospatial Industry Council the imperative role of geospatial technology and earth observation in tackling global challenges.
He shares a personal perspective, motivated by a desire to create a thriving world for future generatio...
Europe's Space Resilience Initiative Explained with Dr Pascal Legai
In this episode of Space Café Radio, we take you deep into one of Europe’s most strategic space initiatives: ERS – European Resilience from Space.
Host Torsten Kriening is joined by ESA Director General Dr. Josef Aschbacher and his Security Advisor Dr. Pascal Legai to unpack how ERS aims to give Europe independent, secure, and rapid access to intelligence from o...
Unveiling Germany's Historic Space Safety and Security Strategy
In this episode of Space Cafe Radio, host Torsten Kriening talks with Michael Kniepen, Head of Division politics at the German Ministry of Defense, about Germany's first-ever Space Safety and Security Strategy, released on November 19, 2025.
Join us as we discuss the significance of this document, and explore the political, military, and European implications....
Novaspace Expands to India: Insight into the Booming Indian Space Market
In this episode of Space Café Radio, host Torsten Kriening unmantles the exciting announcement of Novaspace opening a new office in India.
Join us as he discusses the rising prominence of India in the space sector with Surbhi Dalmia, the Managing Director of Novaspace India, and Rainer Horn, Partner at Novaspace. Discover the strategic reasons behind choosing B...
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 cov...
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 internatio...
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 Ro...
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...
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...
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 imp...
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 Inst...
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 introductio...
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 philosop...
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 ful...
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 Par...
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 un...
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 discuss...
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