Astralytical is a space consulting firm focused on space science, the space industry and space policy analysis, with a specialty in big-picture outlooks and multidisciplinary trends in the emerging space economy. In this Astro Ben Podcast interview, Ben chats with founder Laura Forczyk about her career, how she carved out a niche for herself, overcoming challenges and discrimination in the workplace, and her new book “Becoming Off-Worldly”.
They also cover Space Twitter, how Astralytical came about, the importance of data, being a feminist in the space industry and the Brooke Owens Fellowship.
What you will hear in this episode
Space Twitter, and the importance of connecting with the community
Laura’s background and career to date
How Astralytical came about
Which startups come to Laura, and why
The importance of data
Her book “Becoming Off-Worldly”
Space tourism experiences
Being a feminist in the space industry
What men can do to speak up against sexism in the space industry
The Brooke Owens Fellowship
The hardest part of starting Astralytical
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