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Apr 2022
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Manifest Space Episode #9: Amazon’s Spac...

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Amazon has announced a multibillion dollar investment in what’s being called the biggest commercial rocket deal in history. Furthering plans for its mega-constellation Project Kuiper, the tech giant is partnering with several providers, including Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin, Arianespace and United Launch Alliance. Morgan speaks with Tory Bruno, ULA’s CEO to disc ... Show More
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