Get ready for a high-velocity conversation on the next episode of Red Planet Live (RPL)! Christopher “CJ” Jannette, Co-Founder & CEO of BlackStar Orbital, will join host Ashton Zeth on Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 5:00pm PT / 8:00pm ET.
A systems engineer, entrepreneur, and technologist, CJ has been instrumental in advancing modular, reusable satellite platforms. His impressive background includes work with SpaceX, NASA KSC, Ripple Aerospace, and the U.S. Air Force, where he contributed to Starship’s thermal protection systems and led the hypergolic propellants team at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
As founder and head of the Mars Society’s Orlando/Space Coast (FL) Chapter, CJ brings deep passion and technical insight to the mission of sustainable spaceflight and Mars exploration. He’ll share the vision behind BlackStar Orbital, the rise of autonomous space operations, and how hypersonic satellites could reshape access to Low Earth Orbit.
Don’t miss this fast-paced and forward-looking conversation—mark your calendar, register today, and join us live! More info: www.marssociety.org.
If you’re not able to join the podcast, the full episode will be posted on the Mars Society’s YouTube channel immediately after the broadcast. It will also be available shortly thereafter on Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, and via RSS feed.
Red Planet Live is the Mars Society’s semi-monthly podcast, featuring conversations with leading experts on Mars and space exploration, STEM education, advanced technology, women in science, and more. Join us and be part of the conversation!
