# The new wave of industry coming for the LEO frontier

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Podcast: [Space Minds](https://stenobird.com/podcast/space-minds-7180761)
Published: 2026-03-12T11:30:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of the SpaceNews Space Minds podcast, host David Ariosto talks with Jonathan Cirtain, CEO and President of Axiom Space. They discuss the challenges — and wonders — of launching a career in an evolving space industry; a key financial sign that the space economy is maturing; and how a commercial presence in low Earth orbit can prepare humanity to explore farther into space. 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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