# Episode 9: Why AST SpaceMobile ($ASTS) is Hitting All-Time Highs — and What’s Next

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Podcast: [The SpaceMobile Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-spacemobile-show-7035537)
Published: 2025-06-20T13:30:30+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ryan-kennedy87/episodes/Episode-9-Why-AST-SpaceMobile-ASTS-is-Hitting-All-Time-Highs--and-Whats-Next-e34gp1a
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Duration seconds: 1670

## Resource

In this packed episode, we break down the key catalysts that sent ASTS to all-time highs and explore what could drive the next leg up. From the game-changing Vodafone Idea partnership in India to speculation around Bezos and Blue Origin, to a surge from Russell 1000 inclusion — it’s all here. We also dive into potential defense contracts, the Ligado spectrum deal, satellite launches, and a possible short squeeze brewing. Whether you’re deep in the ASTS trade or just learning about the company, this is your essential guide to what’s happening and what could come next.

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