Space Matters: The Space Governance Podcast

Join us for a monthly discussion, where the Australasia Centre for Space Governance invites experts from across Australia and around the world, to discuss with us the most pressing issues of space governance, policy and law. We investigate the ways in which we all depend on space based technologies for our daily lives, and our national needs. And we discuss the role that government, industry and experts can have in global space infrastructure.

Space Matters: The Space Governance Podcast is a education podcast hosted by Australasian Centre for Space Governance, with 23 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Australasian Centre for Space Governance hosts Space Matters: The Space Governance Podcast, a education show with 23 episodes published.

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  Episode #4

  S3. E4. Australia-Japan Space Cooperation: Kate Kitagawa's reflections on JAXA and Space Education

  Aug 11, 202655 minS3

  In this episode, Andre Kwok, Research Assistant at Australasian Centre for Space Governance (ACSG), speaks with Dr Kate Kitagawa, Professor of Practice of Space Education at La Trobe University and former Director of the Space Education Office at the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA). Kate was an invited expert at a workshop ACSG held earlier in 2026 on space cooperation in the Asia-Pacific region. Kate provides reflections from her time at JAXA and offers insights into the Australia-Japan relationship. We learn about Kate’s background as a historian and Japanese diplomat, and hear her thoughts on the role of public education and consider a regional approach to space in the Asia-Pacific. We also discuss some of the key opportunities and questions facing Australia in its space relationships, both bilaterally and at a broader regional level, with this episode also looking at Southeast Asia.This episode forms part of ACSG’s focus on space in the Asia-Pacific region. We also reflect on how space intersects with other issues Australia is engaged with across the region. Further information and listening: - Listen to an earlier podcast episode featuring our founder and CEO, Dr Cassandra Steer, presenting a keynote at the workshop earlier this year. The episode provides a framing of the regional focus and argues the case for Australian regional space cooperation: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1bAMQ9MvMrPsq5NmV1geBF?si=6vN737rYQPW_Sub3mkyNPQ - Another podcast episode exploring why the Asia-Pacific region matters to space cooperation, the value of regional perspectives and cross-cultural skills, and how “Asian literacy” connects with Australia’s international space relationships: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1kXy6L82lrPJNBxOHAZuqH?si=hLfBvWpFQxatpiZMfxFB6g - Australia’s Maturing Space Capabilities in a National and Regional Context: https://www.nbr.org/publication/asias-space-ambitions-driving-the-next-chapter-in-global-space-competition/

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  Episode #3

  S3. Ep3. Interviews from WRegSAT Series II: Part Two

  Jul 14, 20261 hourS3

  This is part two of a collection of conversations recorded during our recent WRegSAT workshop (Workshops on the Regulation of Space Activities and Technologies) This episodes build on the mutual and cross-disciplinary learning recorded during an April workshop that brought together leading space experts. We speak with experts in space and military law, technology ethics, astrophysics, and Aboriginal perspectives on Sky Country. These discussions highlight WRegSAT’s strength in bringing together interdisciplinary thinking in finding solutions for space regulation. We speak with Dr Matthew Stubbs, Dr Rebecca Allen, Dr Evie Kendal and Amos Taylor. The workshop saw detailed and high-level discussions spanning space regulations together with broader space governance issues among participants. WRegSAT representatives are consolidating these insights into a Regulatory Options Paper. That work will continue through two further workshops later this year. For more information about WRegSAT, please visit our website at https://www.spacegovcentre.org/wregsat .

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  Episode #2

  S3. Ep2. Interviews from WRegSAT Series II: Part One

  Jun 24, 202651 minS3

  This is part one of a two-part podcast series on WRegSAT Series II. This podcast features interviews recorded during an April workshop that brought together Australian space experts, featuring Lesley Sutton, Luke Standen, Zamara Rodriguez, Dr Joel Lisk, Dr Melissa De Zwart, Dr Matthew Stubbs, Dr Rebecca Leshinsky, Dr Evie Kendal and Amos Taylor. Through a partnership with Gilbert + Tobin, participants explored gaps in Australia’s space regulatory framework and assessed potential approaches against seven key values: Maa Bullarbu and custodial responsibility for the next seven generations Promoting safe and sustainable practices Encouraging innovation and competitiveness Ensuring national security Including diverse perspectives Meeting international obligations Strengthening regulatory effectiveness and resilience The workshop saw detailed and high-level discussions spanning space regulations together with broader space governance issues among participants. WRegSAT representatives are consolidating these insights into a Regulatory Options Paper. That work will continue through two further workshops in July and November. Stay tuned for part two of this series. For more information about WRegSAT, please visit our website at https://www.spacegovcentre.org/wregsat .

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  Episode #1

  S3. Ep1. Building Shared Satellite Connectivity in the Asian Century - Keynote by Dr Cassandra Steer

  May 14, 202642 minS3

  <p>Welcome to Season Three of Space Matters: The Space Governance Podcast.</p><p>This episode serves as a framing discussion for the season and features the opening keynote from founder and CEO of the ACSG, Dr Cassandra Steer, delivered at our expert workshop on space infrastructure in the Asian Century. The workshop, hosted by the ACSG with support from UNSW Canberra, brought together senior stakeholders from government, industry and academia, including a representative from the Philippines Space Agency, to discuss the future of space cooperation in the Asia-Pacific.</p><p>Key discussions focused on strengthening regional collaboration, advancing burden-sharing...

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  Episode #8

  S2 Ep8. Securing Australia Through Space: Australia's Military History and Contemporary Space Policy with Tristan Moss

  Jan 22, 202648 minS2

  <p>In this episode of Space Matters, we speak with Dr Tristan Moss about the intersection of Australia’s military history and contemporary space policy, tracing how defence considerations have long shaped Australia’s engagement with space. Drawing on historical and policy perspectives, this episodes explores Australia’s approach to developing sovereign space capabilities, recent investments in ground infrastructure and the importance of strategic partnerships in strengthening Australia’s space posture.</p><p><br /></p><p>The episode also looks at Australia’s space relationships in the Indo-Pacific, highlighting how collaboration with regional partners can enhance stability, support climate resilience, and ensure s...

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