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Manastu Space Podcast #1 |ft. Ashtesh Kumar, CTO - Manastu Space 🚀
Welcome to the first-ever episode of the 'Manastu Space Podcast' - India’s pioneering in-house space-tech podcast, where we dive deep into the world of space exploration, deep-tech innovation, and the inspiring journeys of space veterans, celebrated minds, industry speakers and leaders.
In this episode, Raj Shrivastava, Head of Marketing & PR at Manastu Space, sits down with Ashtesh Kumar, Co-Founder & CTO of Manastu Space, takes us through his journey from a small town Chauri-Chaura in Uttar Pradesh, then IIT Bombay and finally to building one of India’s most advanced green propulsion startups.
He shares insights on;
✅Passion for Indian Space Research Oganisation (ISRO)
✅Motivation from APJ Abdul Kalam
✅Understanding Space Technology and cracking IIT
✅Spirituality, Focus and Meditation
✅Relationship and impact of his Father's values
✅Key to Entrepreneurship, Love for Science and Purpose
✅Challenges of Space-Tech industry
🎧 Whether you’re an aspiring space scientist, an entrepreneur, or just someone fascinated by the cosmos - this treat of a conversation is made, just for you!
"Let's make Space-Science Cool"
📌 Chapters
00:00 - A Beautiful Poem
1:14 - Welcome to Manastu Space Podcast
2:13 - Why Ashtesh Kumar wakes up at 4:30am everyday?
3:16 - Concept of 'Brahmamuhurta'
4:04 - Early life in Chaura-Chauri and Lucknow
5:05 - Inspiration to work hard is my Father
7:30 - Mother introduced me to spirituality
8:23 - Growing up, academics and father's impact
10:19 - Deep attachment for Physics and Science
12:10 - Fire has a very spiritual significance in Indian Culture
13:10 - Replacing petrol with water in my father's scooter
13:35 - Finding my purpose and phase of transformation
14:40 - "The more you question, the more you understand"
15:37 - Equation of Gravitation and Earth-Sun distance
16:53 - "APJ Abdul Kalam is my motivation and hero"
17:56 - ISRO launches and the opportunity to "burn things up"
18:38 - "All the cool stuff happens at ISRO"
20:00 - Langauge of Science
21:21 - Father's Dream: Special Class Railway Apprentice (SCRA)
22:33 - Taking a drop year for second attempt at IIT
23:43 - I was enjoying the process, not chasing results
25:06 - Deeper Purpose, Knowing my 'Why' and Passion
26:00 - Spirituality and the day of IIT results
27:21 - Coming to IIT was never an achievement, it was an opportunity
27:50 - Indian Fathers and their way of showing love
28:58 - Selfless and gutsy love of our parents
29:28 - UP boy in Mumbai and IIT-Bombay
30:35 - I watched 'Pursuit of Happyness' for 20 times
31:50 - Student Satellite Project and Aerospace Club of IIT-B
33:15 - I wrote all eight exams to enter the club
34:13 - PRATHAM was a student satellite, supported by ISRO
35:20 - We got the flavour of ISRO's culture and discipline
36:30 - ISRO officials are always super-focussed
37:31 - ISRO's PSLV C-60 X VYOM 2U: POEM Mission Launch
38:14 - The Island of Sriharikota: Satish Dhawan Space Centre
39:53 - ISRO's legacy is made by genius minds from humble backgrounds
40:54 - Bicycle and bullock carts carried ISRO's vision and dreams
41:05 - Relationship with Tushar Jadhav, CEO - Manastu Space
42:05 - Key to sharp focus and resisting distractions
43:10 - Next Episode Incoming
🌍 Follow Manastu Space & Stay Connected
🔹 Manastu Space Website: manastuspace.com
🔹 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/manastu-space
🔹 Twitter/X: https://x.com/ManastuSpace
🔹 Instagram: instagram.com/manastuspace
🔹 Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UCl5514jRJH8sHItxbC6flYg
📲Follow Ashtesh Kumar
🔗LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ashtesh-kumar-2b486270?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=android_app
🔗Instagram: instagram.com/ashteshk
🎙️Follow the Host - Raj Shrivastava
🔗LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/raj-shrivastava-7656331a0
🔗Instagram: instagram.com/thenamezraj
🔗YouTube: youtube.com/@ThenamezRAJ/podcasts
🔗Twitter/X: https://x.com/thenamezraj
🚀 About Manastu Space Podcast #MSP
The Manastu Space Podcast is India’s first in-house podcast by a space organization, bringing you deep-dive conversations with space-tech leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, and thinkers shaping the future of space and deep tech.
🛰 Be a part of Manastu's community, where propulsioning the greener way, we make space-talks cool, and indeed build the knowledge access to 'space for all mankind!'
🔔 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more incredible conversations from the frontlines of innovation!
✍🏻Leave your feedback in the comment section and let us know the guests you would love to hear from. We shall try our very best to bring them on our show for you.
📢New episodes every week! Stay tuned for more.
#ManastuSpacePodcast #SpaceTech #DeepTech #Innovation #AshteshKumar #TusahrJadhav #RajShrivastava #ManastuSpace #SpacePodcasts #TechPodcast #ISROSpecials
Manastu Space Podcast #1 |ft. Ashtesh Kumar, CTO - Manastu Space 🚀
Welcome to the first-ever episode of the 'Manastu Space Podcast' - India’s pioneering in-house space-tech podcast, where we dive deep into the world of space exploration, deep-tech innovation, and the inspiring journeys of space veterans, celebrated minds, industry speakers and leaders.
In this episode, Raj Shrivastava, Head of Marketing & PR at Manastu Space, sits down with Ashtesh Kumar, Co-Founder & CTO of Manastu Space, takes us through his journey from a small town Chauri-Chaura in Uttar Pradesh, then IIT Bombay and finally to building one of India’s most advanced green propulsion startups.
He shares insights on;
✅Passion for Indian Space Research Oganisation (ISRO)
✅Motivation from APJ Abdul Kalam
✅Understanding Space Technology and cracking IIT
✅Spirituality, Focus and Meditation
✅Relationship and impact of his Father's values
✅Key to Entrepreneurship, Love for Science and Purpose
✅Challenges of Space-Tech industry
🎧 Whether you’re an aspiring space scientist, an entrepreneur, or just someone fascinated by the cosmos - this treat of a conversation is made, just for you!
"Let's make Space-Science Cool"
📌 Chapters
00:00 - A Beautiful Poem
1:14 - Welcome to Manastu Space Podcast
2:13 - Why Ashtesh Kumar wakes up at 4:30am everyday?
3:16 - Concept of 'Brahmamuhurta'
4:04 - Early life in Chaura-Chauri and Lucknow
5:05 - Inspiration to work hard is my Father
7:30 - Mother introduced me to spirituality
8:23 - Growing up, academics and father's impact
10:19 - Deep attachment for Physics and Science
12:10 - Fire has a very spiritual significance in Indian Culture
13:10 - Replacing petrol with water in my father's scooter
13:35 - Finding my purpose and phase of transformation
14:40 - "The more you question, the more you understand"
15:37 - Equation of Gravitation and Earth-Sun distance
16:53 - "APJ Abdul Kalam is my motivation and hero"
17:56 - ISRO launches and the opportunity to "burn things up"
18:38 - "All the cool stuff happens at ISRO"
20:00 - Langauge of Science
21:21 - Father's Dream: Special Class Railway Apprentice (SCRA)
22:33 - Taking a drop year for second attempt at IIT
23:43 - I was enjoying the process, not chasing results
25:06 - Deeper Purpose, Knowing my 'Why' and Passion
26:00 - Spirituality and the day of IIT results
27:21 - Coming to IIT was never an achievement, it was an opportunity
27:50 - Indian Fathers and their way of showing love
28:58 - Selfless and gutsy love of our parents
29:28 - UP boy in Mumbai and IIT-Bombay
30:35 - I watched 'Pursuit of Happyness' for 20 times
31:50 - Student Satellite Project and Aerospace Club of IIT-B
33:15 - I wrote all eight exams to enter the club
34:13 - PRATHAM was a student satellite, supported by ISRO
35:20 - We got the flavour of ISRO's culture and discipline
36:30 - ISRO officials are always super-focussed
37:31 - ISRO's PSLV C-60 X VYOM 2U: POEM Mission Launch
38:14 - The Island of Sriharikota: Satish Dhawan Space Centre
39:53 - ISRO's legacy is made by genius minds from humble backgrounds
40:54 - Bicycle and bullock carts carried ISRO's vision and dreams
41:05 - Relationship with Tushar Jadhav, CEO - Manastu Space
42:05 - Key to sharp focus and resisting distractions
43:10 - Next Episode Incoming
🌍 Follow Manastu Space & Stay Connected
🔹 Manastu Space Website: manastuspace.com
🔹 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/manastu-space
🔹 Twitter/X: https://x.com/ManastuSpace
🔹 Instagram: instagram.com/manastuspace
🔹 Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UCl5514jRJH8sHItxbC6flYg
📲Follow Ashtesh Kumar
🔗LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ashtesh-kumar-2b486270?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=android_app
🔗Instagram: instagram.com/ashteshk
🎙️Follow the Host - Raj Shrivastava
🔗LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/raj-shrivastava-7656331a0
🔗Instagram: instagram.com/thenamezraj
🔗YouTube: youtube.com/@ThenamezRAJ/podcasts
🔗Twitter/X: https://x.com/thenamezraj
🚀 About Manastu Space Podcast #MSP
The Manastu Space Podcast is India’s first in-house podcast by a space organization, bringing you deep-dive conversations with space-tech leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, and thinkers shaping the future of space and deep tech.
🛰 Be a part of Manastu's community, where propulsioning the greener way, we make space-talks cool, and indeed build the knowledge access to 'space for all mankind!'
🔔 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more incredible conversations from the frontlines of innovation!
✍🏻Leave your feedback in the comment section and let us know the guests you would love to hear from. We shall try our very best to bring them on our show for you.
📢New episodes every week! Stay tuned for more.
#ManastuSpacePodcast #SpaceTech #DeepTech #Innovation #AshteshKumar #TusahrJadhav #RajShrivastava #ManastuSpace #SpacePodcasts #TechPodcast #ISROSpecials
