This episode delves into the future of space traffic coordination, particularly in light of proposed budget cuts to the Traffic Coordination System for Space (TraCSS). Christopher Stone and James Cooper discuss the implications of these cuts on commercial contributions to space situational awareness, the challenges facing the commercial space market, and the potential for a mixed approach to space traffic management. They also explore the role of the Office of Space Commerce and the importance of government funding and leadership in ensuring the sustainability of the space operations sector.

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In this episode, Christopher Stone discusses the escalating threats posed by China's rapidly advancing space forces, highlighting China's recent decision to arm its space station with "guard dogs" and its questionable rationale for doing so. Stone also provides some historical context on armed space stations going back to the Cold War and advises actions that the U.S. and allies should take to respond to this latest escalation in orbit by China.

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Christopher Stone welcomes Russian space expert Anatoly Zak to discuss the complexities of Russia's military space operations, exploring the historical context, current developments, and future implications of Russian space threats. They discuss the significance of anti-satellite weapons, nuclear ASATs, and the impact of electromagnetic warfare on the West. The conversation also touches on the role of Russian space forces in the Ukraine conflict, the state of the Russian space industry, and the geopolitical dynamics between Russia and China.

Anatoly Zak is a Russian-born writer, illustrator, and journalist specializing in space exploration, particularly focusing on Russian space programs. He is the publisher of RussianSpaceWeb.com and the author of "Russia in Space: the Past Explained, the Future Explored". He frequently appears on various TV and radio programs, as well as contributing to numerous publications on space-related topics

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