# CEO Series: Chris Quilty looks at the future of the space industry

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Podcast: [Space Minds](https://stenobird.com/podcast/space-minds-7180761)
Published: 2026-05-14T11:30:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of Space Minds, Mike Gruss talks with Chris Quilty about the launch bottleneck, the new budget proposals and what to expect in the next 12 months. About Space Minds Space Minds is a new audio and video podcast from SpaceNews that focuses on the inspiring leaders, technologies and exciting opportunities in space. This weekly podcast features compelling interviews with scientists, founders and experts who love to talk about space, covers the news that has enthusiasts daydreaming, and engages with listeners. Join David Ariosto, Mike Gruss and journalists from the SpaceNews team for new episodes every Thursday. Space Minds Podcast ⁠https://spacenews.com/space-minds-podcast⁠ Sign up for a SpaceNews newsletter ⁠https://spacenews.com/newsletters/⁠

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