Best Steven R Martins Podcasts (2025)

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Week 25: Secularism is Not Without Teeth 14:21

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This is The Confederation Report, a weekly analysis of Canadian news and culture from a Biblical worldview. Part I: Secularism is Growing (0:05-5:00) While Canada outwardly maintains a veneer of religious pluralism, recent developments—especially in Quebec—reveal an aggressive shift toward secularism that increasingly marginalizes public expression…

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#146 | Space Financing | Justin Stevens, Overlap Holdings 48:48

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Is the space sector actually financed in the right way? That’s probably the main question I’m discussing with my guest Justin Stevens, founder and CEO of the investment firm Overlap Holdings. He spent 18 years at Apollo Global Management, a very prominent private equity firm. So he’s a Wall Street guy like me and, I think, qualified to voice an opi…

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Week 24: Israel is at War 16:17

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This is The Confederation Report, a weekly analysis of Canadian news and culture from a Biblical worldview. Part I: Israel, the Gaza Strip, and Iran (0:05-6:25) Amid escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, Canada has witnessed a surge of pro-Palestinian protests marked by troubling rhetoric, prompting deeper questions about national identity, …

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Week 23: Reminiscing about the Maple Leafs 14:37

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This is The Confederation Report, a weekly analysis of Canadian news and culture from a Biblical worldview. Part I: Once a Fan, Always a Fan? (0:05-4:33) A lifetime of loyalty, dashed hopes, and cultural disillusionment—all of it came flooding back as the Toronto Maple Leafs collapsed yet again, reminding me why I stopped watching in the first plac…

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Week 22: The King of Canada 18:56

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This is The Confederation Report, a weekly analysis of Canadian news and culture from a Biblical worldview. Part I: A Historic Address (0:05-5:16) Canada’s recent Throne Speech by King Charles III powerfully affirmed the nation’s constitutional monarchy, biblical foundations, and enduring sovereignty—highlighting both the Crown’s unifying role and …

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06. Always Ready (1 Pet. 3:15) 5:15

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In this episode of Life & Worldview, S. R. Martins encourages listeners to always be ready to share the hope of the gospel with other (1 Peter 3:15). Are you ready? Follow the Cantaro Institute: X | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube For more information, go to cantaroinstitute.org. For books on worldview, philosophy and theology, go to cantaroinstitut…

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Week 21: An Archaeopteryx of a Problem 17:19

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This is The Confederation Report, a weekly analysis of Canadian news and culture from a Biblical worldview. Part I: Evolution, Creation, and the Chicago Archaeopteryx (0:05-6:48) A visit to the Royal Tyrrell Museum highlights the stark contrast between evolutionary claims and the biblical account of creation, with recent fossil discoveries further …

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Week 20: Evangelicalism in Canada 13:46

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This is The Confederation Report, a weekly analysis of Canadian news and culture from a Biblical worldview. Part I: Evangelicalism in Canada (0:05-6:21) Evangelicalism in Canada has moved from cultural prominence to the margins, yet remains resilient and quietly reforming in the face of secularism, with hopeful signs of gospel growth across the nat…

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#145 | Commercial Space - Uncensored | Pierre Lionnet, ASD-Eurospace 1:07:35

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My guest this week is Pierre Lionnet, Director of Research at Eurospace, who has followed the global space sector for over 30 years. We discuss a range of topics including e.g. SpaceX, the launch sector in general, and national space policies. Pierre is one of my favorite people to follow on space as he usually provides very frank and thought out o…

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#144 | Downmass Logistics | Sebastian Klaus, ATMOS Space Cargo 46:47

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My guest this week is Sebastian Klaus, Co-Founder & CEO of Atmos Space Cargo, who discusses his company’s mission to unlock downmass logistics with an innovative and reusable space capsule, paving the way for in-space manufacturing, defense applications, and other applications. 🕰️ Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:59 - Elevator Pitch 02:07 - Impo…

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Week 19: To Mars, the Stars, and Beyond 20:03

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This is The Confederation Report, a weekly analysis of Canadian news and culture from a Biblical worldview. Part I: To Mars and the Stars (0:05-6:39) Elon Musk’s dream of colonizing Mars ignores mankind’s true problem—sin—offering false hope through technology, while only Christ’s redeeming work can secure our future in God’s kingdom. Part II: Who'…

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Week 18: A New Chapter in Canadian History 13:43

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This is The Confederation Report, a weekly analysis of Canadian news and culture from a Biblical worldview. Part I: The Story of the Polls (0:05-3:36) Mark Carney remains Canada’s Prime Minister after the Liberals secure another minority government, facing both new political challenges and a narrowing window to deliver on key issues. Part II: Have …

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Special Episode: "Standing On Guard for Thee" with Dr. Michael Wagner 17:58

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In this special edition of The Confederation Report, Steven R. Martins sits down with Dr. Michael Wagner, independent researcher and author of Canada: Standing on Guard for Thee, to discuss the historical and ongoing role of Christian political influence in Canada. Originally published nearly two decades ago and now republished by the Cántaro Insti…

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#143 | Mining the Moon | Glen Martin, XMC 59:17

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My guest this week is Glen Martin, Co-Founder & CEO of Extraterrestrial Mining Company (XMC), discusses his company’s bold mission to mine Helium-3 on the Moon and its potential to revolutionize energy and tech on Earth. 🕰️ Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 01:36 - Elevator Pitch 03:42 - Understanding Helium-3 and Its Applications 11:59 - Tech Aspec…

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Week 16: Netflix, Narnia, and Meryl Streep? 16:30

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This is The Confederation Report, a weekly analysis of Canadian news and culture from a Biblical worldview. Part I: Netflix and the Potential Gender-Swapping of Aslan (0:05-3:25) Netflix’s upcoming Chronicles of Narnia adaptation, directed by Greta Gerwig, is facing backlash over fears of progressive revisionism, especially after reports that Meryl…

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#142 | Commercial In-Space R&D and Manufacturing | Raphael Roettgen, E2MC Ventures 32:06

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This episode kicks off a new series on in-space R&D and manufacturing, exploring its potential (e.g. for sectors like pharma and semiconductors), its current status, and its challenges, among other topics. At the end of this episode, Raphael highlights the recent launch of the Orbital Edge accelerator to support startups in this emerging sector. Or…

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Week 15: Charitable Status and Religion 16:35

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This is The Confederation Report, a weekly analysis of Canadian news and culture from a Biblical worldview. Part I: The Potential Removal of Charitable Status (0:05-4:29) As Canada approaches its pivotal April 28 election, a growing grassroots concern emerges over a federal proposal to revoke charitable status for religious organizations—signaling …

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Week 14: The Megiddo Mosaic 13:58

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This is The Confederation Report, a weekly analysis of Canadian news and culture from a Biblical worldview. Part I: The Discovery of the Mosaic (0:05-4:12) The Megiddo Mosaic, believed to be the oldest known Christian prayer hall from the early third century, has been temporarily moved from Israel to the Museum of the Bible in Washington, DC, where…

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Week 13: The Fall of Hudson's Bay Company 14:25

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This is The Confederation Report, a weekly analysis of Canadian news and culture from a Biblical worldview. Part I: Financial Troubles for Company that Pre-dates Canada (0:05-2:35) Hudson’s Bay Company faces insolvency with nearly $1 billion in debt, blaming retail struggles and past real estate shifts. Part II: Liquidation and Disappearance (2:37-…

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Week 12: Canada's 24th Prime Minister 21:07

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This is The Confederation Report, a weekly analysis of Canadian news and culture from a Biblical worldview. Part I: Canada's New Prime Minister (0:05-9:18) Mark Carney’s appointment as Canada’s 24th Prime Minister marks a significant shift in the nation’s political landscape, as his globalist, interventionist approach faces immediate challenges in …

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#141 | In-Orbit Servicing | Adel Haddoud, Infinite Orbits 47:45

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My guest this week is Adel Haddoud, Founder & CEO of Infinite Orbits, a French in-orbit servicing company. We discuss their technology, business model, and vision, as well as the broader market for satellite servicing and space sustainability. Enjoy! 🕰️ Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 01:04 - Elevator Pitch 03:30 - Origin Story 04:51 - Technologic…

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#140 | Mining Asteroids | Daynan Crull, Karman+ 49:05

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Asteroid mining is making a comeback. It may sound futuristic, but some startups are betting on a viable and economic path to making it a reality and investors are taking notice. One of those companies is Karman+, and this week, I’m joined by its Co-Founder, Daynan Crull. Enjoy! 🕰️ Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 01:13 - Elevator Pitch 04:18 - Vis…

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Week 11: Islam, Secularism, and Life is Religion 21:01

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This is The Confederation Report, a weekly analysis of Canadian news and culture from a Biblical worldview. Part I: Meaningfully Engaging with Islam (0:05-6:38) The Global Imams Council’s call for religion to remain separate from the public square contradicts historical reality, as Islam has historically functioned as both a religious and governing…

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Week 10: The Delta Plane Crash, Our Frailty, and Eternity 15:03

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This is The Confederation Report, a weekly analysis of Canadian news and culture from a Biblical worldview. Part I: The Delta Flight That Crashed at Toronto Pearson (0:05-3:10) A Delta CRJ900 with 80 passengers from Minneapolis crashed at Toronto Pearson on February 17, flipping and catching fire. Eighteen were injured, three critically. Pearson wa…

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Week 9: Wesley Huff, Joe Rogan, and the Bible 13:18

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This is The Confederation Report, a weekly analysis of Canadian news and culture from a Biblical worldview. Part I: The Rise of Canadian Apologetics (0:27-3:19) Wesley Huff’s appearance on The Joe Rogan Experience sparked a massive public surge of interest in Christianity as he engaged Rogan with historical evidence for Scripture while prompting se…

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#139 | Space to Grow | Matthew Weinzierl & Brendan Rosseau 56:29

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Space to Grow is a new book on the space economy. Its authors, Matt Weinzierl, a professor at Harvard Business School, and Brendan Rosseau, also formerly of Harvard and now in strategy at Blue Origin, are my guests this week. Enjoy! Space to Grow: Unlocking the Final Economic Frontier (Harvard Business Publishing, 2025) https://www.amazon.com/Space…

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Week 8: Quebec, Pipelines, and the Green Idol 12:38

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This is The Confederation Report, a weekly analysis of Canadian news and culture from a Biblical worldview. Part I: Bloc’s Opposition to Pipelines (0:28-3:04) Bloc Québécois leader Yves-François Blanchet reaffirmed his opposition to reviving the Energy East pipeline and LNG projects, arguing they don’t benefit Quebec, while critics highlight the pr…

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#138 | European Micro-Launch | Stanislas Maximin, Latitude 1:03:35

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My guest this week is Stan Maximin, Founder & Executive Chairman of Latitude, a French micro-launch company. We discuss Latitude's rocket, target customers, and vision, as well as the wider launch market in Europe and globally. Enjoy! 🕰️ Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:28 - Elevator Pitch 02:57 - Starting a Launch Company 11:20 - The Product 16:44 - C…

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Week 7: Digital ID, China, and 1984 13:12

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This is The Confederation Report, a weekly analysis of Canadian news and culture from a Biblical worldview. Part I: Digital ID, Currency, and Liberty (0:30-3:05) Canada claims its digital ID is voluntary, but critics fear privacy risks and eventual mandatory use. Part II: Taking Notes from China? (3:09-6:25) Canadians fear digital ID could evolve i…

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Week 6: Tariffs, Trump & Trudeau 11:51

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This is The Confederation Report, a weekly analysis of Canadian news and culture from a Biblical worldview. Part I: Tariffs, Trump & Trudeau (0:30-3:20) Trump paused tariffs for 30 days as Canada pledged tougher border security and anti-drug measures, but future pressure remains. Part II: Trade, Sovereignty, and Justice (3:23-9:00) Canada’s trade s…

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#137 | Self-Assembling Space Habitats | Ariel Ekblaw, Aurelia Institute & Foundry 45:21

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Ariel Ekblaw is an MIT aero-astro engineer who founded the MIT Media Lab Space Exploration Initiative, and developed a new technique to build large-scale space structures. She now runs the Aurelia Institute, a non-for-profit dedicated to building humanity’s future in space and the Aurelia Foundry, a space-focused VC fund. We talk about all of these…

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#136: Space Piracy | Hugh Taylor & Marc Feldman 44:29

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Space Piracy is a new book about the prospect of organized crime in the space sector, anything ranging from hacking for ransom payments all the way to, some time in the future, actual piracy. The book’s co-authors, Marc Feldman and Hugh Taylor are my guests Enjoy! 🕰️ Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction01:28 Meet the Authors: Mark Feldman and Hugh Taylor…

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#135 | 2025 in Space Preview | Raphael & Friends 51:20

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This is my preview of what the coming year 2025 may hold for the Space sector - including in launch, satcom, earth observation, lunar exploration, in-space manufacturing, science, government, finance, events, etc. For the second half of the episode, fellow space investors Alexandra Vidyuk and Faraz Khan join me to provide their perspectives, in a r…

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#134: On-Orbit Services | Chris Blackerby, Astroscale 55:20

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Astroscale is a prominent space company from Japan, focused on a variety of on-orbit services incl. active space debris removal. My guest is their Group Chief Operating Officer, Chris Blackerby. 🕰️ Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 01:41 - Elevator Pitch 03:22 - On-Orbit Servicing Categories 06:53 - Core Competency of Astroscale: RPOD 09:00 - Tech S…

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Space Business Podcast #133 - Mike Grace, Longshot Space: Building Space Cannons 1:08:05

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My guest this week: Mike Grace, Founder and CEO of Longshot Space. Longshot is developing a kinetic launch system, using a multi-injection gas-powered cannon to send payloads to orbit at significantly reduced costs. Mike explains the engineering behind the technology, its economic advantages, and the challenges of creating a system capable of high-…

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Space Business Podcast #132 - Karthik Gollapudi, Sift: Complex Hardware Telemetry 39:08

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My guest this week, Karthik Gollapudi, led the software team for SpaceX’s Dragon capsule. In this role, he realized the importance of monitoring complex hardware systems in order to detect faults or ideally prevent them before they even happen. That led him to become co-founder and CEO of Sift, a venture-funded startup dedicated to monitoring and a…

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Space Business Podcast #131: John Conafay, Integrate: Complex Hardware Team Collaboration 44:20

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Integrate is a venture-backed startup from Seattle who are building a platform to facilitate teams collaborating on developing complex hardware, such as space hardware. Integrate’s co-founder & CEO John Conafay is here to talk about how this was done before Integrate, how Integrate aims to improve it, and many other things about the business. Enjoy…

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Space Business Podcast #130 - Stephen Matier, Maritime Launch: Spaceports 50:30

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Spaceports should become a bigger business going forward if all goes well in the space sector and we will have ever more rockets launching from ever more locations. This is why some private companies are now getting into this market. One of them is Maritime Launch from Canada, who are developing a spaceport in Novia Scotia. My guest this week, Foun…

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Space Business Podcast #129 - Kelly Weinersmith, Co-Author: A City On Mars 55:17

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A City on Mars: Can we settle space, should we settle space, and have we really thought this through? – That is the title of a book published in late 2023 which then became an instant NY Times bestseller and went on to win a 2024 Hugo Award. My guest this week is Kelly Weinersmith, one of its two authors, together with her husband. The book is a cr…

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Space Business Podcast #128 - Jordi Barrera Ars, Open Cosmos: Satellites as Shared Infrastructure 53:22

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Open Cosmos is a prominent European new space startup providing and operating satellites. They recently won a EUR60MM contract to build a remote sensing constellation for the Greek government, beating out strong and established competitors. Their co-founder and Chief Technology Officer Jordi Barrera Ars is my guest. Enjoy! Follow us: Twitter - http…

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Space Business Podcast #127 - Will Crowe, HEO: Non-Earth Imaging 47:02

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HEO, a space startup from Australia, uses sensors on-orbit to identify, characterize and monitor space objects at scale. Objects such as debris, but also active satellites. You can imagine there are a number of civil and defense use cases here. So-called Space Situational Awareness is a big topic these days. HEO’s founder & CEO Will Crowe is one of…

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La ideología de género y identidad | Joe Owen 1:00:54

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¿Qué significa ser un humano? ¿Qué es un hombre y qué es una mujer? La disforia de género no trata con una distorsión meramente “clínica” sino pertenece al ámbito de tanto cómo los humanos hallamos nuestra identidad como la expresamos también. El Apóstol Pablo, en Romanos 1, muestra la deconstrucción del orden creado que ocurre cuando los humanos s…

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La historia del pensamiento occidental | Joe Owen 1:02:09

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Las suposiciones compartidas durante siglos en el mundo occidental sobre cuestiones ontológicas (la esencia de la realidad), epistemológicas (cómo sabemos lo que sabemos) y éticas (¿quién decide entre el bien y el mal?) aunque no han sido uniformes, se han gozado de categorías similares. Sin embargo, durante los últimos 3 siglos, han sido divorciad…

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La cosmovisión del Occidente y su síndrome de Don Quijote | Rev. Steven R. Martins 1:04:54

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La visión occidental de la familia ha cambiado en las últimas generaciones, pasando de una visión que en su mayor parte estaba informada por la Palabra inspirada de Dios a una visión que no es ni sostenible ni viable, y que puede caracterizarse como un subproducto del síndrome de Don Quijote del Occidente. Al igual que el personaje ficticio de Migu…

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Los Diez Mandamientos | Rev. Steven R. Martins 1:51:24

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Los Seminarios Teológicos son un evento bimensual co-organizado entre el Cántaro Institute y Sevilla Chapel. En este tercer seminario, Biblia: Los Diez Mandamientos, Rev. Steven Martins ofrece un resumen y una exposición de los Diez Mandamientos y cómo se relacionan con nuestra vida actual.

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Space Business Podcast #126 - Mo Shahzad, Relativity Space: Launch 49:57

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Relativity Space, from Long Beach, California, is probably one the best-known launch startups in the world. They had a partially successful launch of their Terran One rocket last year, are now working towards the launch of the much larger Terran R, have 1200 employees and raised over $1bn in funding. My guest is their President & CFO Mo Shahzad and…

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Space Business Podcast # 125 - Ankit Anand, Kicksky 46:56

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This week we are talking about KickSky, the first incubator for Indian space startups, which is having the demo day of its first cohort on 8-May. I am talking to Ankit Anand, Partner of Riceberg Ventures and a co-founder of KickSky. We talk about why the timing is right for an Indian space incubator, what the incubation program looks like, and many…

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Space Business Podcast #124 - Johannes Torpe: A Designer domesticating Space 58:38

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Johannes Torpe is a well-known Danish designer who, among many other things, was the Creative Director at Bang & Olufsen, and once owned a space-themed night club called NASA. He is passionate about what he calls “domesticating space” – bringing space closer to people at large, beyond the existing space community. We met at Spacecom in Orlando earl…

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Space Business Podcast #123 - José Manuel Rodríguez, PLD Space: Launch 58:57

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PLD Space is a Spanish launch startup. Last October, they successfully completed a suborbital test flight of their Miura-1 rocket. We talk about that flight, their future plans on the way to orbital launch, the launch market at large, and many other things, with my guest, PLD’s CFO, José Manuel Rodríguez. Enjoy! https://www.pldspace.com/en/ Follow …

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Space Business Podcast #122 - Alexandra Vidyuk, Space Ambition & Aloniq VC 42:52

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Space Ambition is a very popular space blog on Substack, with over 11000 subscribers. Its founder Alexandra Vidyuk is our guest this week. She is also a space tech investor at Aloniq VC. We talk about both of her roles. Enjoy! Space ambition blog: https://spaceambition.substack.com/ Aloniq VC: https://www.aloniq.com/ Follow us: Twitter - https://ww…