# Episode 15: Launches are Crucial and Coming for $ASTS, Stock Price Talk, Defense Money & More

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Podcast: [The SpaceMobile Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-spacemobile-show-7035537)
Published: 2025-12-19T23:30:21+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ryan-kennedy87/episodes/Episode-15-Launches-are-Crucial-and-Coming-for-ASTS--Stock-Price-Talk--Defense-Money--More-e3cjnmc
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Duration seconds: 1776

## Resource

In this episode of the AST Space Odyssey podcast, we discuss the critical importance of satellite launches for AST Space Mobile, emphasizing the upcoming launch plans and the potential for revenue growth through government contracts. He highlights the partnerships with launch providers like Blue Origin and SpaceX, the competitive landscape of satellite connectivity, and the technological advancements that position AST for success in the burgeoning space economy. The conversation also touches on the psychology of investing in space stocks and the importance of community engagement among investors.

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