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The Trump administration is planning a series of grand patriotic events for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. From a massive Ultimate Fighting Championship match on the South Lawn of the White House on June 14th - which is both Flag Day and Trump's 80th birthday - to a ball drop in Times Square, a Grand Prix on the streets of DC in August and the Great American State Fair spanning the course of two weeks on the National Mall - the America 250 and Freedom 250 celebrations are set to take over the summer across the country.America 250, led by the U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission, has been a decade in the making and says they're striving for “350 for 250” - “engaging all 350 million Americans by our nations' 250th anniversary.” The Trump administration's Freedom 250, with sponsors like Northrop Grumman, and Moms for Liberty and the Museum of the Bible, seeks to celebrate “the triumph of the American spirit.” The two initiatives might seem radically different, with media and administration figures criticizing one or the other, but both intentionally leave out real parts of the history of the United States: the legacy of slavery and indigenous genocide and the racism that's still with us today, centuries of wars and conquest, mass oppression, but also the resistance and struggle of workers and other oppressed people in the United States. Those true stories won't be told by either America 250 or Freedom 250.Support the show

Jacob Morgan is one of the most forward-thinking voices on leadership, employee experience, and the future of work. He is the bestselling author of six books, including Leading With Vulnerability and his latest, The 8 Laws of Employee Experience, released in February 2026. He is a TED Speaker, the host of the podcast Future Ready Leadership with Jacob Morgan, and the founder of the Future of Work Leaders community, a network of CHROs from organizations like Johnson & Johnson, Dow, LEGO, and Northrop Grumman. Jacob returned to the Elevate Podcast to talk to Robert Glazer about the future of leadership, people-first cultures, balancing high support with high standards, and much more. Thank you to the sponsors of The Elevate Podcast Shopify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠shopify.com/elevate⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Framer: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠framer.com/elevate⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Indeed: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠indeed.com/elevate⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ethos Life: ⁠⁠⁠ethos.com/elevate⁠⁠⁠ Keeper Security: ⁠⁠⁠⁠keepersecurity.com/ELEVATE⁠⁠ Fora Travel: foratravel.com/elevate Northwest Registered Agent: northwestregisteredagent.com/elevate Whatnot: Search "Whatnot" in the app store to download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DAMIONCarnival Corporation's data breach exposed personal data of nearly 6 million customers: An April social engineering attack on an employee account compromised names, dates of birth, and government-issued ID numbers. WHO DO YOU BLAMESkills: Technology & Cybersecurity: Experience with information technology and cybersecurity matters is increasingly important to mitigate the risks our business faces, promote innovation and maintain a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving technological ageLeast represented 5/11CEO Josh WeinsteinNO: at Carnival since 2002, started as General CounselSir Johathon BandNO: First Sea Lord and Chief of Naval Staff, the most senior officer position in the British Navy (2006 to 2009, when he retired); Admiral and Commander-in-Chief Fleet (2002 to 2006); Served as a naval officer in increasing positions of authority (1967 to 2002)Jason CahillyNO: CEO Dragon Group LLC, provides capital and business management consulting and advisory services worldwide; The NBA: CFO & Chief Strategic Officer; Goldman Sachs: Partner; Global Co-Head of Media and Telecommunications; Head of Principal Investing for Technology, Media & TelecommunicationsNelda ConnorsNO: CEO/Chair Pine Grove Holdings, a privately held investment company; CEO Atkore International, manufacturer of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions; VP Eaton Corporation, electrical and automotive supplierLaura WeilNO: Founder Village Lane Advisory LLC, specializes in providing executive and strategic consulting services to retailers COO New York & Company, women's apparel and accessories retailer; CEO Ashley Stewart, women's apparel retailer; CEO Urban Brands, apparel retailer; COO AnnTaylor Stores, women's apparel retailer; CFO American Eagle Outfitters, apparel retailerAudit Committee: Oversee management's risk assessment processes to identify principal and emerging risks, including financial, IT, cybersecurity and non-HESS operational risksLaura Weil*: NOJason Cahilly: NOJeffrey Gearhart: NOWalmart Corporate Secretary and lawyerStuart Subotnick: NOCEO at Metromedia Company, wireless/communications, until 2010; Carnival director since 1987 Health, Environmental, Safety and Security Committee: Oversee management's processes to identify principal and emerging health, environmental, safety, security and sustainability-related risks, including those related to ship operations and cybersecurity, RAAS health, environmental, safety, security audits, IAG and external investigations into significant ship incidents, and health, environmental, safety, security-related hotline complaints, and assess the steps management has taken to minimize such risks.Sir Johathon Band*: NONelda Connors: NOHelen Deeble: NOFormer CEO P&O Ferries Division Holdings, shipping and logistics businessKatie Lahey: NOExecutive Chair Korn Ferry Australasia, leadership and talent firmMicky Arison (75%): Exec Chair and former CEO and 7% stockholderThe CEO Pay Ratio1,063:124 retail CEOs made as much in a day as their typical employee earned in a year — and a big one didn't. WHO DO YOU BLAMEThe separation of CEO and Chair: Hamilton E. James Chair/Ron Vachris MMNot uniqueOnly 50% of the board is men. WTF?uniqueOne share = one voteNot uniqueState of HQ = WashingtonAlso StarbucksState of Inc = WashingtonAlso StarbucksPledge of allegiance to stakeholdersCostco generally has: Higher wages; Better benefits; Lower turnover; Higher sales per employee.Industry-leading employee compensation AND Self-imposed low-margin pricing philosophyWalmart only low-margin pricingOther comps:Todd Vasos of Dollar General, Shane O'Kelly of AutoZone, Gerald Morgan of Texas Roadhouse, Jack Sinclair of Sprouts Farmers Market, William Stengel of Genuine Parts Company, Michael Creedon of Dollar Tree, Ronald Sargent of Kroger, Lauren Hobart of Dick's Sporting Goods, Joshua Kobza of Restaurant Brands Inc., Kecia Steelman of Ulta Beauty, Scott Boatwright of Chipotle, Ted Decker of Home Depot, Bob Eddy of BJ's Wholesale Club, Corie Barry of Best Buy, James Conroy of Ross Stores, Chris Turner and David Gibbs of Yum Brands, Chris Kempczinski of McDonald's, Marvin Ellison of Lowe's, Brian Cornell of Target, Ernie Herrman of TJX Companies, Doug McMillon of Walmart, Brian Niccol of Starbucks, Hal Lawton of Tractor Supply Co, Laura Alber of Williams-SonomaFigma Gets an Activist Investor. Exhibit A on Why Companies Don't Want to Go Public. Figma's first year as a public company hasn't gone well. Findell Capital Management said it needs to take steps to shed its unwarranted reputation as an artificial-intelligence “loser.” WHO DO YOU BLAME?Figma founder and CEO Dylan Field: Owns 10% of shares but 72% of voting power: Class B shares worth 15 votes per shareDylan owns 158 Class A Shares (or 0.00003556% of 444,278,887)And Chair$5B net worth$865M total summary compensation in 2025; $91M in 2024Nominating Agreement:Figma must nominate Dylan Field to be a director and include him in the proxy statementThe company must use its resources to back him up and actively convince other shareholders to vote for him In response to a question about how he was going to change the world, Dylan said he was going to build better software for drones.Bro fest sausage party2 of 9 directors are womenTop 5 NEOs all dudesPeter ThielForced Dylan to drop out of Brown for a dumb fellowshipVC Blowhardiness on the BoardVC dude John Lilly (Greylock): Lead Independent Director2nd longest tenure (2014)Member of the Audit Committee; Member of the Nominating Committee (only Lilly and Rimer)VC dude Andrew Reed (Sequoia)Director at debt-maker Klarna Group (also way down since IPO): down roughly 54% from its initial $40.00 IPO price, and down nearly 68% from its all-time highMember of the Compensation Committee (which modeled Dylan's pay package after Elon Musk)VC dude Danny Rimer (Index Ventures)Director since 2014B.A. in History and Literature from HarvardMember of the Compensation Committee (which modeled Dylan's pay package after Elon Musk)Member of the Nominating Committee (only Lilly and Rimer)Luis von AhnDuolingo co-founder and CEO2025: shared an internal email outlining Duolingo's new "AI-first" strategy where Duolingo would “gradually stop using contractors to do work that AI can handle”Stated that "AI is a better teacher than humans" and that the future role of teachers would be reduced to providing "childcare."Blamed the controversy on a "lack of context" in his original statements"AI-First" memo goes viral: $389; today $118MATTDanone, Starbucks shine in methane-reduction rankingDanone is the only company in the group aligned with the Global Methane Pledge, an initiative backed by 150 countries that targets a 30 percent reduction in global levels of the gas by 2030. The French multinational also leads the pack in progress toward its target, having come close to hitting it five years ahead of schedule.WHO DO YOU CREDIT?Chair of the CSR committee Lise Kingo (9% influence), one of three directors tagged as merit directorsmaster's degree in Responsibility & Business from the University of Bathbachelor degrees in Religions and Ancient Greek Artbachelor's degree in Marketing and Economicscertificate as International Director from INSEADEx Novo Nordisk environmental affairs, internal audit, compliance, human resources, communication, branding and sustainabilityHelped create the UN SDGs and the UN Global CompactSomehow only bats 559 on carbon intensity (career) and 415 for scope 1/2 (career)Also, using deference metrics, the ONLY DIRECTOR tagged as fully independentEmployee rep member of the CSR committee Bettina Theissig (5% influence) and the employees of DanoneThe committee charter mandates employees get a say: At least two thirds of the CSR Committee must be independent, as defined by the AFEP-MEDEF Code. At least one Director representing employees must be a member of the Committee.In France (Danone's domicile), the European Investment Bank found that French employees were the most aware of environmental issues - 82% of French employees said they were highly concerned about environmental issues, highest in EuropeLead Independent Director and chair of the Nom/comp committee who put together the comp plan, Valerie Chapoulaud-Floquet15% influence, second to the 18% influence CEO (democracy!!), got 99.16% shareholder approval in April (even as CEO got 89.73% approval and pay got 93.19% approval)20% of short-term pay and 30% of long-term pay is based on hitting sustainability targetsWhen you pay a CEO to do a thing, they are more likely to do a thingEx-CEO Emmanuel FaberOusted in 2021 by the board of directors and activist investors, he transformed Danone into an “enterprise a mission” (a French version of a B corp)Investors voted 99% in favor of the move and a year later ousted Faber, the board resigned, and the new board and CEO are basically moving back towards being environmental leaders because it paid offShort term share price laggedHe said in 2024 that nature is “at the core” of Danone, It took the stock 3 years from Faber's ousting to return to Faber levels - and in the meantime, they were sued for plastics and emissionsIsn't this HIS win?Current CEO Antoine de Saint-AffriqueBecause CEOGM Board Director Jonathan McNeill Stepping DownCEO of DVx Ventures. Ex COO at Lyft Inc. and ex president, Global Sales, Delivery and Service at Tesla, current director at Lululemon, GM director since 2022, on the Governance and Corporate Responsibility committee and Risk and Cybersecurity committee.We know that half of boards on average think someone on the board should be replaced - did the GM board not like McNeill?WHO/WHAT WOULD WE BLAME FOR PUSHING MCNEILL OUT?Outsider dude bro DRLet's be honest, McNeill worked at much more… modern?... companies than GMThe board is OLD SCHOOL - ex Northrop Grumman, ex Visa, ex Lazard, ex HP, ex eBay, ex Novartis, ex Walmart, other directorships at Goldman, Huntsman, P&G… these are professional, insular boardsMeanwhile, he's investing as a VC in AI, other auto/mobility startups, comes from boards that are bro founder lead (Tesla, Lyft) He's invested in AI, crypto, heavy tech, intertwined with VCs all overNot deferential enoughBarra is connected to 94% - THE ENTIRE - boardMcNeill has the highest network power on the board at $9tn, higher than even Mary Barra (who is super connected), but is NOT a power player in the board community of GM - the dominant board communities for GM are massive blue chip US companies, where McNeill has deeper connections in smaller IT/tech focused companiesHe doesn't need the pay, he gets nothing for the connections really, he has connection to Barra but his network is different - was he too independent?Pissed he doesn't have enough influence McNeill has the LOWEST influence on the GM board at 4%He's relatively new, younger, working as a VC where you have a lot of power of capital allocation“I don't need this shit” effect?Too many womenMcNeill's dvX ventures portfolio team is 6 dudes and 1 womendvX entire operations staff is two woman - guess what they do“Chief of Staff” (ie, HR)Executive Assistant (yes, listed on the team)Board is 2 women, 3 men (McNeill not on board)This one seems unlikely I guess?Too busy, meh, move onOne of dvX portfolio companies is curbee, with GM Ventures' Kurt Baumgarten on the board (and the dvX co-founder is founder of Curbee)McNeill on at least 3 of his portfolio boards or advisory committees, plus LULU and GM…

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Bob Zimmerman, # 4594, May 26, 2026Quick Summary:This Space Show program focused on NASA's announcement of a restructuring plan for the Artemis lunar program led by Isaacman, which includes multiple unmanned lunar lander missions and the establishment of a lunar base by 2028. Bob detailed how NASA is relying heavily on private companies rather than building hardware internally, with contracts awarded to Blue Origin, Astrobotic, Intuitive Machines, and Firefly for missions starting as early as late 2023. The discussion covered the competitive landscape of commercial space stations, with VAST, Starlab, and Axiom leading the market, while Sierra Space's Orbital Reef partnership with Blue Origin appears to be struggling. The conversation also addressed SpaceX's Starship development progress, with participants debating whether SpaceX would attempt a double catch of both booster and ship on their single launch tower before building a second tower. The show concluded with a discussion about the political and cultural challenges facing space exploration, with participants weighing optimistic versus pessimistic views about the future of commercial spaceflight and space policy.SummaryBob discussed NASA's recent press conference announcing details of its Artemis lunar exploration program, including contract awards and mission plans. The program involves multiple private companies launching lunar landers and rovers to the South Pole region, with the first three missions already scheduled before the end of 2023. Robert noted that while the program is ambitious with plans for up to 20 launches and 25 landings by 2028, it relies heavily on private sector development rather than NASA-built hardware, with Blue Origin receiving significant contracts including two new awards totaling $188 million.Bob discussed Blue Origin's lunar landing plans, expressing skepticism about their timeline of 20 landings by 2028, particularly given their reliance on Blue Origin and the challenges with their New Glenn rocket. The group examined a map shown during a press conference about a potential lunar base location near Shackleton Crater, with Joseph identifying a similar crater field in the area and Robert noting the lack of specific location details in the presented map. The discussion concluded with speculation that NASA might be deliberately withholding specific location information to protect potential landing sites from competitors, particularly China.NASA's lunar exploration plans were talked about, explaining that missions will focus on scouting and engineering work to prepare for future manned landings and a lunar base. He also revealed that NASA awarded SpaceX additional crew launch contracts through 2030, which he interpreted as effectively ending Boeing's Starliner program due to lack of funding for further development. Joseph clarified that NASA is not obligated to provide additional funding to Boeing until they successfully complete their original cost-fixed contract.Bob focused on the current status of commercial space stations, ranking five active projects and noting that while there are market opportunities for ferrying services, Boeing's Starliner faces challenges due to Boeing's poor management. He explained that Dream Chaser's status remains uncertain, with recent delays and incomplete ground testing raising questions about its viability. Robert also provided an update on the five commercial space stations, ranking them and noting that while some projects like VAST and Starlab show promise, Sierra Space's Orbital Reef partnership with Blue Origin appears to be dormant.He also explained that private space stations will outperform the ISS by allowing commercial research to produce saleable products on Earth, unlike the ISS which is restricted to non-commercial research. He discussed how NASA's historical ban on commercial space operations had damaged the American launch industry, citing the example of pharmaceutical research that was halted after the Challenger accident. The group agreed that private companies will own and operate the new stations while NASA purchases services as a customer, representing a shift toward a more capitalist model in space operations.The group discussed SpaceX's lack of response regarding NASA's lunar program, with our guest explaining that SpaceX is focused on manned missions rather than these specific missions and needs to be careful due to their upcoming IPO. The conversation then shifted to comparing NASA's bureaucratic processes with private space station initiatives, with participants noting how private stations are more flexible and business-friendly compared to the complex requirements of getting experiments on the ISS. Bob explained how top-down bureaucratic systems, like the Soviet model, tend to fail due to lack of competition and innovation, while competitive market systems drive better results.Bob did address the historical shift from government-led to commercial space exploration, highlighting how SpaceX and commercial satellite businesses proved that profit could be made in space despite initial skepticism. He explained how NASA's Mars exploration programs have historically been science-focused rather than colonization-focused but noted a recent shift toward engineering-based lunar exploration with the VIPER lander program. The discussion concluded with updates about ULA's Vulcan rocket program, which is currently grounded due to nozzle failures in Northrop Grumman's solid rocket boosters, though static fire tests suggest potential solutions may be in development.The group discussed ULA's challenges with satellite launches, particularly Amazon's delayed satellite deployment and ULA's dependency on strap-on boosters for their Vulcan rocket. Joseph clarified that the NG-4 mission would be a LEO launch carrying 26 satellites, though the rocket's payload capacity might be limited without boosters. The discussion also covered SpaceX's Starship development progress, with Joseph estimating 3-4 flights this year before a second launch tower becomes available in Q4, and the team debated whether SpaceX would attempt a double catch on their current tower or wait for the new one to recover both booster and ship.The Wisdom Team also discussed Elon Musk's management approach and scheduling practices, with Robert explaining that Musk sets realistic but challenging timelines that engineers can trust. The conversation then shifted to Starlink satellite services, with Bob sharing his positive experience using the service despite minor performance issues during house painting. This part of the discussion concluded with my asking Bob for his guess on the political risks facing space commercialization efforts given current uncertainties and realities in the country today.Bob did discuss his perspective as a historian on current societal challenges, presenting both pessimistic and optimistic views of the future. He compared the current political climate to H.G. Wells' time in 1939 and noted that while there are concerning trends, he remains hopeful about society's resilience and ability to correct course. The discussion touched on concerns about data centers, with both David and Joe sharing local experiences about public opposition to data center development, which Bob attributed partly to ignorance and manufactured comments on social media.The team discussed opposition to data center construction, with Joe explaining that while some opposition may be driven by Chinese influence, much of it stems from emotional responses and partisanship rather than rational concerns. Bob emphasized the need for more thoughtful and rational discourse about data centers, distinguishing between legitimate questions about their impact and emotional reactions. Joe clarified that modern data centers use less water than older designs, but the rapid scale of proposed construction (80 gigawatts) far exceeds current grid capacity (40 gigawatts annually), making many planned projects unlikely to be built. Bob concluded that the opposition to data centers on Earth could actually benefit the space industry by driving demand for orbital data centers, which would help develop the rocket industry.The group went on to talk about water requirements for data centers, with Ajay explaining that while traditional nuclear reactors require significant water for cooling, molten salt reactors would not need water for this purpose. The conversation then shifted to political concerns about constitutional issues, with John Hunt warning about potential constitutional collapse and Bob responding with a balanced historical perspective. The conversation ended with technical discussions about SpaceX's Starlink V3 satellites, including their weight and bandwidth capabilities compared to previous versions.Bob Zimmerman, # 4594, May 26, 2026Quick Summary:This Space Show program focused on NASA's announcement of a restructuring plan for the Artemis lunar program led by Isaacman, which includes multiple unmanned lunar lander missions and the establishment of a lunar base by 2028. Bob detailed how NASA is relying heavily on private companies rather than building hardware internally, with contracts awarded to Blue Origin, Astrobotic, Intuitive Machines, and Firefly for missions starting as early as late 2023. The discussion covered the competitive landscape of commercial space stations, with VAST, Starlab, and Axiom leading the market, while Sierra Space's Orbital Reef partnership with Blue Origin appears to be struggling. The conversation also addressed SpaceX's Starship development progress, with participants debating whether SpaceX would attempt a double catch of both booster and ship on their single launch tower before building a second tower. The show concluded with a discussion about the political and cultural challenges facing space exploration, with participants weighing optimistic versus pessimistic views about the future of commercial spaceflight and space policy.SummaryBob discussed NASA's recent press conference announcing details of its Artemis lunar exploration program, including contract awards and mission plans. The program involves multiple private companies launching lunar landers and rovers to the South Pole region, with the first three missions already scheduled before the end of 2023. Robert noted that while the program is ambitious with plans for up to 20 launches and 25 landings by 2028, it relies heavily on private sector development rather than NASA-built hardware, with Blue Origin receiving significant contracts including two new awards totaling $188 million.Bob discussed Blue Origin's lunar landing plans, expressing skepticism about their timeline of 20 landings by 2028, particularly given their reliance on Blue Origin and the challenges with their New Glenn rocket. The group examined a map shown during a press conference about a potential lunar base location near Shackleton Crater, with Joseph identifying a similar crater field in the area and Robert noting the lack of specific location details in the presented map. The discussion concluded with speculation that NASA might be deliberately withholding specific location information to protect potential landing sites from competitors, particularly China.NASA's lunar exploration plans were talked about, explaining that missions will focus on scouting and engineering work to prepare for future manned landings and a lunar base. He also revealed that NASA awarded SpaceX additional crew launch contracts through 2030, which he interpreted as effectively ending Boeing's Starliner program due to lack of funding for further development. Joseph clarified that NASA is not obligated to provide additional funding to Boeing until they successfully complete their original cost-fixed contract.Bob focused on the current status of commercial space stations, ranking five active projects and noting that while there are market opportunities for ferrying services, Boeing's Starliner faces challenges due to Boeing's poor management. He explained that Dream Chaser's status remains uncertain, with recent delays and incomplete ground testing raising questions about its viability. Robert also provided an update on the five commercial space stations, ranking them and noting that while some projects like VAST and Starlab show promise, Sierra Space's Orbital Reef partnership with Blue Origin appears to be dormant.He also explained that private space stations will outperform the ISS by allowing commercial research to produce saleable products on Earth, unlike the ISS which is restricted to non-commercial research. He discussed how NASA's historical ban on commercial space operations had damaged the American launch industry, citing the example of pharmaceutical research that was halted after the Challenger accident. The group agreed that private companies will own and operate the new stations while NASA purchases services as a customer, representing a shift toward a more capitalist model in space operations.The group discussed SpaceX's lack of response regarding NASA's lunar program, with our guest explaining that SpaceX is focused on manned missions rather than these specific missions and needs to be careful due to their upcoming IPO. The conversation then shifted to comparing NASA's bureaucratic processes with private space station initiatives, with participants noting how private stations are more flexible and business-friendly compared to the complex requirements of getting experiments on the ISS. Bob explained how top-down bureaucratic systems, like the Soviet model, tend to fail due to lack of competition and innovation, while competitive market systems drive better results.Bob did address the historical shift from government-led to commercial space exploration, highlighting how SpaceX and commercial satellite businesses proved that profit could be made in space despite initial skepticism. He explained how NASA's Mars exploration programs have historically been science-focused rather than colonization-focused but noted a recent shift toward engineering-based lunar exploration with the VIPER lander program. The discussion concluded with updates about ULA's Vulcan rocket program, which is currently grounded due to nozzle failures in Northrop Grumman's solid rocket boosters, though static fire tests suggest potential solutions may be in development.The group discussed ULA's challenges with satellite launches, particularly Amazon's delayed satellite deployment and ULA's dependency on strap-on boosters for their Vulcan rocket. Joseph clarified that the NG-4 mission would be a LEO launch carrying 26 satellites, though the rocket's payload capacity might be limited without boosters. The discussion also covered SpaceX's Starship development progress, with Joseph estimating 3-4 flights this year before a second launch tower becomes available in Q4, and the team debated whether SpaceX would attempt a double catch on their current tower or wait for the new one to recover both booster and ship.The Wisdom Team also discussed Elon Musk's management approach and scheduling practices, with Robert explaining that Musk sets realistic but challenging timelines that engineers can trust. The conversation then shifted to Starlink satellite services, with Bob sharing his positive experience using the service despite minor performance issues during house painting. This part of the discussion concluded with my asking Bob for his guess on the political risks facing space commercialization efforts given current uncertainties and realities in the country today.Bob did discuss his perspective as a historian on current societal challenges, presenting both pessimistic and optimistic views of the future. He compared the current political climate to H.G. Wells' time in 1939 and noted that while there are concerning trends, he remains hopeful about society's resilience and ability to correct course. The discussion touched on concerns about data centers, with both David and Joe sharing local experiences about public opposition to data center development, which Bob attributed partly to ignorance and manufactured comments on social media.The team discussed opposition to data center construction, with Joe explaining that while some opposition may be driven by Chinese influence, much of it stems from emotional responses and partisanship rather than rational concerns. Bob emphasized the need for more thoughtful and rational discourse about data centers, distinguishing between legitimate questions about their impact and emotional reactions. Joe clarified that modern data centers use less water than older designs, but the rapid scale of proposed construction (80 gigawatts) far exceeds current grid capacity (40 gigawatts annually), making many planned projects unlikely to be built. Bob concluded that the opposition to data centers on Earth could actually benefit the space industry by driving demand for orbital data centers, which would help develop the rocket industry.The group went on to talk about water requirements for data centers, with Ajay explaining that while traditional nuclear reactors require significant water for cooling, molten salt reactors would not need water for this purpose. The conversation then shifted to political concerns about constitutional issues, with John Hunt warning about potential constitutional collapse and Bob responding with a balanced historical perspective. 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In this episode, Jeff Mo, U.S. mid-cap portfolio manager, explores a fundamental shift in how economies may grow over the next decade. He makes the case that after 25 years of intangible, internet-driven expansion, growth may increasingly depend on building physical things again: data centers, electrical infrastructure, factories, defense systems, satellites. Jeff walks through the forces driving this transition, from AI's voracious appetite for capital to geopolitical tensions reshaping supply chains and defense spending. The conversation examines how these macro themes connect to bottom-up stock selection, where the U.S. mid-cap team is finding opportunities today, and why maintaining inherent contradictions in the portfolio remains essential even as thematic investing dominates market behavior. • Why producing one unit of GDP today requires about a third as much oil as in the 1970s, yet capital expenditure per unit of GDP growth may be rising as the economy shifts from intangible services back toward physical infrastructure and manufacturing. • How AI data center buildouts, reshoring of manufacturing, rising defense budgets, and the expanding space economy are all driving higher demand for physical capital, commodities, and industrial capacity after a decade of underinvestment. • How the hyperscalers (Google, Amazon, Microsoft, Meta) are moving from massive net cash positions to net debt as they fund AI infrastructure, tightening capital availability for the rest of the economy and potentially raising interest rates and dampening consumer spending. • Where the U.S. mid-cap team is finding opportunities aligned with these themes, from companies like Northrop Grumman, SanDisk, and OSI Systems, while maintaining portfolio balance through inherent contradictions. • Why humility matters most when contemplating big-picture themes: the goal isn't predicting the future but building a diversified portfolio of wealth-creating companies that can withstand multiple scenarios.   [00:00] Introduction: From Intangible to Physical Economy [00:50] Opening Discussion with Jeff Moe [01:42] Oil Efficiency vs. Rising CapEx Requirements [03:39] Economic Growth: Labor, Capital, and Productivity [04:11] Infrastructure Investment and Reshoring Trends [06:52] Defense Spending and Capital Intensity [07:08] The Space Economy: Satellites and Connectivity [11:00] Memory Market Dynamics and Contract Changes [12:22] Cyclicality in a Capital-Intensive Economy [15:04] Consumption vs. Investment: Portfolio Implications [17:44] Connecting Themes to Bottom-Up Research [18:44] Idea Generation and Stock Selection Process [21:32] Winners and Losers: The Bits to Atoms Trade [22:00] Portfolio Construction: Inherent Contradictions [25:21] Where the Theme Might Be Wrong [26:09] Long-Term Wealth Creation and Economic Optimism [28:18] Closing and Subscription Information Host: Rob Campbell, CFA Institutional Portfolio Manager Guest: Jeff Mo, CFA Portfolio Manager This episode is available for download anywhere you get your podcasts.   Visit us at: https://www.youtube.com/@MawerInvestment https://www.mawer.com  https://www.linkedin.com/company/mawer-investment-management/  https://www.instagram.com/mawerinvestmentmanagement/   Founded in 1974, Mawer Investment Management Ltd. (pronounced "more") is a privately owned independent investment firm managing assets for institutional and individual investors. Mawer employs over 250 people in Canada, U.S., and Singapore.   #ArtOfBoring #MawerInvestmentManagement #MawerInvestment #Podcasts #capitalmarkets #geopoliticalinvesting #commodityMarkets #capitalexpenditure #physicalEconomy #GDPGrowth

Kathy Warden, Chair, CEO and President of Northrop Grumman, joins Eric Veiel to discuss leadership, global security, and how technology is shaping the future of defense.

On today's Look Ahead program, sponsored by HII, Byron Callan of the independent Washington research firm Capital Alpha Partners joins Defense & Aerospace Report Editor Vago Muradian to discuss the continuing US-Israel war on Iran despite a lull in shooting; diminishing US offensive and defensive precision weapons stocks and how they might shape American deterrence in the Indo-Pacific and elsewhere; economic factors that could drive even rich nations to redirect spending from military programs; the continuing global defense realignment as nations work to forge new partnerships to reduce reliance on the United States; takeaways from the Trump administration's 2027 base budget request and prospects for Reconciliation 2.0; a look earnings as Boeing, CACI, GE Aerospace, Hexcel, Honeywell, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, RTX, Saab, Teledyne and Thales all report; market impact in the wake of the latest instance of American political violence as a shooter tries to break into the White House Correspondents Dinner in Washington; and a look at the week ahead in Washington and beyond.

Una nave rusa lleva comida, agua y ciencia a la estación espacial, en un viaje de dos días sin tripulación  Por Félix Riaño @LocutorCo Un cohete Soyuz despegó desde el cosmódromo de Baikonur, en Kazajistán, llevando una nave de carga sin tripulación llamada Progress 95 hacia la Estación Espacial Internacional. Este tipo de misiones ocurre varias veces al año, pero cada una es esencial para mantener con vida y en funcionamiento ese laboratorio que orbita la Tierra. A bordo van alimentos, agua, oxígeno, combustible y equipos científicos. En total, cerca de dos mil quinientos kilogramos de carga. La nave tardará aproximadamente dos días en alcanzar su destino y acoplarse de forma automática. ¿Te has preguntado cómo se mantiene abastecida una estación que gira a más de cuatrocientos kilómetros sobre nuestras cabezas?Cambio de rutina espacial, pero todo sigue dependiendo de estas misiones. La Estación Espacial Internacional, conocida como ISS por sus siglas en inglés, es un laboratorio que gira alrededor de la Tierra a una velocidad cercana a los veintiocho mil kilómetros por hora. Allí viven y trabajan astronautas de varios países. Pero hay un detalle que no siempre se menciona: ellos no pueden salir a comprar comida ni recibir paquetes como en la Tierra. Todo lo que necesitan debe llegar en naves de carga como Progress 95. Esta misión despegó impulsada por un cohete Soyuz-2.1a, una tecnología que tiene décadas de evolución desde la era soviética. Tras el lanzamiento, la nave entró en órbita y comenzó una serie de maniobras para acercarse a la estación. Durante su viaje, dará más de treinta vueltas a la Tierra antes de acoplarse al módulo Zvezda, que es una parte del segmento ruso de la estación. Dentro de la nave hay una mezcla muy precisa de suministros: comida para los astronautas, agua potable, oxígeno para mantener la atmósfera, combustible para ajustar la órbita de la estación y equipos para experimentos científicos. Incluso viaja un traje espacial Orlan-MKS, diseñado para caminatas espaciales. Mantener una estación espacial operativa no es sencillo. Cada misión de abastecimiento debe ser exacta en tiempos, cantidades y funcionamiento técnico. Un retraso o un fallo puede afectar directamente la vida de los astronautas y los experimentos en curso. Además, hay una presión adicional: en noviembre de dos mil veinticinco, un accidente dañó una plataforma de lanzamiento en Baikonur. Eso alteró el calendario de misiones y obligó a reorganizar los envíos para recuperar el ritmo normal. Progress 95 forma parte de ese esfuerzo por estabilizar la logística espacial. Otro reto es que estas naves no regresan. A diferencia de las cápsulas Dragon de SpaceX, que pueden volver a la Tierra, las Progress están diseñadas para ser desechadas. Cuando terminan su misión, se llenan con basura y se destruyen al reingresar en la atmósfera. Eso significa que cada envío es de una sola oportunidad: lo que no llegue, se pierde. También hay un factor humano. Actualmente, siete personas viven en la estación. Cada una depende de estos suministros para su trabajo diario y su salud. La planificación debe anticipar meses de necesidades, desde alimentos hasta equipos médicos. Progress 95 seguirá una trayectoria calculada para encontrarse con la estación en unos dos días. Durante ese tiempo, ajustará su velocidad y posición mediante pequeños impulsos de sus motores. El acoplamiento será automático, usando sistemas de navegación que permiten que ambas estructuras se conecten con precisión milimétrica. Una vez acoplada, los astronautas abrirán la escotilla y comenzarán a descargar el contenido. Este proceso puede tardar varios días, porque cada elemento debe ser registrado y ubicado en su lugar correspondiente. El combustible se transferirá directamente a los sistemas de la estación, mientras que el agua y el oxígeno se integrarán al soporte vital. Después de varios meses, la nave se llenará con desechos. Ese será su último viaje: se separará de la estación y entrará en la atmósfera terrestre, donde se desintegrará sobre el océano Pacífico. Este ciclo se repite una y otra vez, y es una de las razones por las que la ISS sigue funcionando desde hace más de dos décadas. No es un lugar aislado, depende de una cadena constante de misiones que la mantienen viva. La nave Progress es una pieza central del programa espacial ruso, gestionado por Roscosmos. Su diseño proviene de la misma familia de naves Soyuz que han llevado astronautas al espacio durante décadas. La diferencia es que Progress no tiene sistemas para tripulación, lo que permite usar todo su espacio para carga. Hoy en día, hay cuatro tipos principales de naves que abastecen la estación: las Progress de Rusia, las Dragon de Estados Unidos, las Cygnus de Northrop Grumman y las HTV-X de Japón. Cada una tiene capacidades distintas. Por ejemplo, Dragon puede regresar a la Tierra con experimentos, mientras que Progress se usa para transporte y eliminación de residuos. El detalle de la carga también es interesante. En esta misión, se incluyen más de mil trescientos kilogramos de carga seca, que abarca alimentos, ropa, herramientas y equipos científicos. Además, unos setecientos kilogramos de combustible ayudan a mantener la órbita de la estación, que poco a poco pierde altura por la fricción con la atmósfera. La ISS orbita entre unos cuatrocientos quince y cuatrocientos treinta y siete kilómetros de altura. A esa distancia, la gravedad sigue siendo fuerte, pero la velocidad de la estación crea la sensación de ingravidez. Por eso, cada envío debe tener en cuenta condiciones muy diferentes a las de la Tierra. La misión Progress 95 lleva alimentos, agua, oxígeno y equipos a la Estación Espacial Internacional, asegurando su funcionamiento continuo. Estas misiones son parte de una red global que mantiene viva la investigación en órbita. ¿Te gustaría saber más sobre cómo viven los astronautas allá arriba? Sigue el pódcast Flash Diario en Spotify. BibliografíaSpace.comNASARussianSpaceWebCGTNEADailyConviértete en un supporter de este podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/flash-diario-de-el-siglo-21-es-hoy--5835407/support.⚡️

On this week's Defense & Aerospace Report Business Roundtable, sponsored by Bell, Dr. “Rocket” Ron Epstein of Bank of America Securities and Richard Aboulafia of the AeroDynamic advisory consultancy join host Vago Muradian to discuss the week on Wall Street as investors worried about what's next for the US-Israel war on Iran and higher energy prices on inflation, goods and services; how rising jet fuel prices are impacting airlines and the commercial aviation industrial ecosystem; President Trump's suggestion that the US government use Defense Production Act authorities to acquire Spirit Airlines for $500 million; the Trump administration submits its $1.15 trillion 2027 defense budget request to Congress as key lawmakers push back on a $350 billion reconciliation package to fund programs, $17 billion to for the president's top priority Golden Dome air and missile defense system with only $400 million in funding included in the base budget request; how lingering Iran war costs to repair damaged civilian and energy infrastructure could complicate efforts by Gulf nations to increase defense spending; the Pentagon's reported efforts to punish NATO members for not participating in the US-Israel war on Iran, including suspending Spain's membership in the alliance and backing Argentina's claim to the Falkland Islands as King Charles begins his state visit to the United States; Germany's first-ever security strategy to be Europe's defense leader by 2039; NATO's decision to buy Saab's GlobalEye to replace its aging fleet of Boeing E-3 Sentry Airborne Warning and Control aircraft; and a look at first quarter earnings reported by Boeing, GE Aerospace, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, RTX, Thales, and Teledyne.

Story of the Week (DR):Sneaker Company Allbirds Plans to Pivot to A.I. Yes, A.I. MMAfter selling its business for $39 million last month, the company said it planned to buy powerful computer chips and rebrand itself NewBird AI.Allbirds is ditching years of clean and green street credEach share of Class A common stock is entitled to one vote on each proposal and each share of Class B common stock is entitled to ten votes on each proposalClassified: one Class I director to hold office until the 2028 Annual MeetingAI/technology experience on board: ZEROVoting powerCofounder/former CEO/director Joseph Zwillinger (24%)VC dude: B.S. in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research; M.B.A. Wharton; director since 2015Cofounder/former CEO/director Timothy Brown (27%)Former soccer player: B.S. in Design; M.Sc. in International Management; director since 2015 Director Dan Levitan (33%)VC dude: B.A. in history from Duke University and an M.B.A. from Harvard; director since 2016Lead independent director and “effective chairperson” Dick Boyce (4%)VC dude; B.S.E from Princeton and M.B.A. from Stanford; director since 20162 whole womenAlsoSnap blames AI as it lays off 1,000 workersStarbucks launches beta app in ChatGPT to fuel new drink discoveryUS Army Builds First AI Chatbot for Troops, Trained on Live Conflict Data From Iran and Ukraine, Built on Reddit-Style ForumsMeta is making an AI Mark Zuckerberg to talk to employees, report says‘AI Is Our Friend,' Morgan Stanley CEO SaysTrump administration taps automakers to boost weapons production in WWII-style pushSenior U.S. defense officials have held talks about producing weapons and other military supplies with top executives ​of companies includingGeneral MotorsCEO/Chair Mary Barra has spent 2025 and 2026 "cozying up" to the administration. In recent shareholder letters, she has explicitly thanked Trump for his support of the industry and praised his tariff policy for "leveling the playing field."Director Wesley G. Bush: the former CEO of defense giant Northrop Grumman also sits on the board of GE Aerospace, acting as a major link to the administration's military expansion goals.Two weeks prior to his resignation as CEO, a scathing independent review outlined the 14-year delay, 19x budget overrun ($800M), and numerous human errors made by Northrop Grumman in the construction of the James Webb Space Telescope, which led to Wes testifying before congressGM donated $1 million to the 2025 inauguration and supplied the official presidential motorcade vehicles, continuing their long-standing traditionFord MotorCEO Jim Farley has been described as a frequent caller to President Trump. In January 2026, Trump was caught on a live mic during a Michigan factory tour claiming Farley calls him "all the time" to push for the repeal of environmental "garbage" (EPA regulations).Chair William Clay (Bill) Ford Jr.: has maintained what he calls a "great relationship" with President Trump since the 2024 election. In January 2026, he personally hosted Trump at the Ford Rouge Center in Dearborn, where they toured F-150 production lines.Ford Motor Company was one of the first major corporations to "line up" for the 2025 inauguration. The company donated $1 million to the Trump-Vance Inaugural Committee and provided a fleet of vehicles for the ceremony's transportation needsDirector Jon Huntsman Jr. served as Trump's Ambassador to Russia during his first term.GE AerospaceCEO/Chair Larry Culp has a very direct win-win relationship with the administration. In May 2025, Culp accompanied President Trump on a high-stakes trip to the Middle East.During that trip, Trump helped broker a $96 billion order from Qatar Airways for Boeing jets, which will be powered exclusively by GE engines.Culp was seen side-by-side with Trump in Doha celebrating the deal.Director Wesley G. Bush: the former CEO of defense giant Northrop Grumman also sits on the board of GM, acting as a major link to the administration's military expansion goals.OshkoshDirector David Perkins: a retired 4-star General and former commander of the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC)U.S. tech companies ramp up government lobbying amid Iran war uncertaintyNetflix Chair Reed Hastings to Leave Board in June The founder is stepping aside to focus on his philanthropic effortsSarandos or Peters or Hoag?Average Frequency 2004: approximately 5 to 6 discs per month per subscriberToday: Monthly Average: This adds up to about 31 to 32 hours per month.The "Browsing" Tax: Interestingly, data shows that the average user spends about 18 minutes per day just scrolling through the menu before actually hitting "play." If you include that, people are "using" the app for nearly 40 hours a monthPopulist math time: that's 6570 minutes=109.5 hours=4.6 daysAccording to the latest data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for March/April 2026, the average hourly wage in America is: $37.38 per hour=$4093.11Average US minimum wage is $11.60=$1270.20IBM folds to Trump anti-DEI push, admits no misconduct but pays $17M penalty3 (of 14) women with 11% total influence: no leadership positions21 execs/5 women: 3 are Assistant General Counsel, Chief Human Resources Officer, Chief Legal OfficerWhite House study says DEI policies cost US economy by promoting unqualified managersGoodliest of the Week (MM/DR):DR: Oil prices may be falling, but for the wrong reason: ‘Demand destruction' throttling global consumptionEuropean Airlines Face Fuel Shortages Within WeeksDR: Karen S. Carter Named Dow CEO; Number Of Black Women Running Fortune 500 Companies Now At 2MM: Big grid batteries are finally on a roll in New EnglandAssholiest of the Week (MM):There is one asshole of the week - protection from liability. Here are the incarnations.Security: We're in a new era of heightened CEO safety measures, security pros sayStarbucks Mandates CEO Private Jet Use After Security ReviewMeta spends more guarding Mark Zuckerberg than Apple, Nvidia, Microsoft, Amazon, and Alphabet do for their own CEOs—combinedFriday's attack on Sam Altman's house underscores a growing worry for some CEOs: safety at homeSnap paid $2.8 million for CEO and cofounder Evan Spiegel's personal securityAlphabet paid $8.3 million for CEO Sundar PichaiMusk = $2.4mHuang = $2.2mTech billionaires seem to be doom prepping. Should we all be worried?Reid Hoffman, the co-founder of LinkedIn, has talked about "apocalypse insurance".Security costs are directly correlated to how much we hate the CEOs - this is not a mistake, literally these people are the ones who take advantage of employees and customers, ruin the free world, destroy everything they touch and make billions doing itI never need to make an asshole list again - I just need to identify what company pays the most for security for their CEODamion's prediction of a corporate nation state is close - small armies, bubbles and islands, no accountability?Social Media: Meta vows appeal of 'landmark' social media verdicts, warns of free speech erosionSo now Meta is arguing that the teen in California was harmed by the content, which is protected by section 230, so Meta can't be liable. But the teen argued that the DESIGN of Meta social media was the problem, NOT the content, and that's how they wonMeta and Google lost because of content recommendations, not content - the recommendations are entirely in the control of Meta and GoogleMeta is effectively now arguing that algorithmic delivery is free speech - but they talk out of the other side of their mouths when coddling Trump and conservatives, because if algorithm is free speech here, it means content moderation IS ALSO FREE SPEECH since the algorithm IS MODERATIONIf Meta wins on appeal, it means that the social media companies can never be liable for anything - not the product design, not the content - it is the ultimate coup, there would be nothing you could possible sue them forNew study shows just how Facebook's algorithm shapes conservative and liberal bubblesLegislation: Bill Cunningham, Illinois State Rep DROpenAI Backing Law That Protects It When AI Causes Mass Deaths and Other MayhemAnthropic Opposes the Extreme AI Liability Bill That OpenAI BackedProvides that a developer of a frontier artificial intelligence model shall not be held liable for critical harms caused by the frontier model if the developer did not intentionally or recklessly cause the critical harms and the developer publishes a safety and security protocol and transparency report on its website. Provides that a developer shall be deemed to have complied with these requirements if the developer: (1) agrees to be bound by safety and security requirements adopted by the European Union; or (2) enters into an agreement with an agency of the federal government that satisfies specified requirements. Sets forth requirements for safety and security protocols and transparency reports. Provides that the Act shall no longer apply if the federal government enacts a law or adopts regulations that establish overlapping requirements for developers of frontier models."Critical harm" means the death or serious injury of 100 or more people or at least $1,000,000,000 of damages to rights in property caused or materially enabled by a frontier model, through either: (1) the creation or use of a chemical, biological, radiological, or nuclear weapon; or (2) engaging in conduct that: (A) acts with no meaningful human intervention; and (B) would, if committed by a human, constitute a criminal offense that requires intent, recklessness, or negligence, or the solicitation or aiding and abetting of such a crime.Headliniest of the WeekDR: Amazon Accused of Hiding Worker's Death for a Week, Making Employees Keep Working as Corpse Lay on FloorDR:374Water Reappoints Richard "Rick" Davis to the Company's Board of Directors AND CMC Announces Appointment of Michael 'Mike' Dumais to Board of Directors AND Regis Corporation Announces Appointment of William “Bill” Charters as Independent DirectorMM: ChatGPT's “Honest Reaction” to a “Song” Composed Entirely of Gas-Passing Noises Will Make You Question Whether It's Honestly Evaluating Your Other Brilliant IdeasWho Won the Week?DR: Wesley BushMM: Anyone who wants to cause “critical harm” to societyPredictionsDR: Wharton creates two new MBA courses inspired by Allbirds: MKTG 655: Consumer Gaslighting & The Algorithmic Pivot and MGMT 910: Advanced Failing UpwardsMM: In 2027, Reed Hastings will be elected as an independent director at Netflix

Ein Kommentar von Rainer Rupp.Das spurlose Verschwinden einer US-Aufklärungsdrohne über Iran beunruhigt die Amerikaner, nicht nur weil es davon nur wenige, schwer ersetzbare Exemplare gibt, sondern weil auch befürchtet wird, dass erneut ein technologisches US-Wunderwerk unversehrt in die Hände der Iraner gefallen ist.Am 9. April 2026, nur Tage nach der US-iranischen Einigung auf den fragilen Waffenstillstand, verschwand eine der teuersten und modernsten Aufklärungsdrohnen der US-Marine spurlos über der Straße von Hormus. Die Drohne vom Typ „MQ-4C Triton“, ein hochfliegender, langlebiger HALE-Drohnengigant, war auf Routinepatrouille über dem Persischen Golf unterwegs. Plötzlich gehorchte sie nicht mehr den Befehlen ihres US-Drohnenpiloten, sondern drehte „eigenwillig“ nach Nordosten ab – direkt in Richtung iranisches Territorium. Dann sendete sie den Notruf-Code 7700 ab und auf dem Radar konnte verfolgt werden, wie sie rapide von ihrer operativen Höhe von 16 Kilometern auf knapp einen Kilometer absank. Dann brach die Kommunikation ab und sie stürzte innerhalb weniger Minuten von über 52.000 Fuß auf unter 10.000 Fuß ab und verschwand von allen Radarschirmen. Eine anschließende Suche nach Wrackteilen der gigantischen Drohne blieb ohne Ergebnis. Eine offizielle Bestätigung aus Washington über den Verlust der Drohne blieb bisher aus. Auch die iranische Seite hüllt sich in Schweigen, während sich in Pentagon-Kreisen Berichten zufolge ein mulmiges Gefühl ausbreitet.Die MQ-4C Triton ist nämlich das maritime Flaggschiff der US-Marine-Aufklärung: eine fliegende Festung mit Radar, Infrarot-Kameras und Signalaufklärung, die Schiffe, U-Boote und Flugzeuge über Tausende Kilometer hinweg im Auge behält. Sie fliegt in Höhen von über 15.000 bis 16.000 Metern, bleibt bis zu 30 Stunden in der Luft und deckt riesige Meeresgebiete ab. Gebaut von Northrop Grumman, ist sie die maritime Schwester des berühmten RQ-4 Global Hawk. Ihr Wert? Zwischen 200 und 250 Millionen Dollar pro Stück – je nach Ausführung. Manche Analysen sprechen sogar von bis zu 618 Millionen Dollar, wenn man die enormen Entwicklungs- und Programmkosten einrechnet. Die US-Marine betreibt derzeit nur etwa 20 Exemplare, sieben weitere sind bestellt. Wegen einer Kostenexplosion wurde das Programm von ursprünglich 70 auf 27 Maschinen gekürzt. Ein Verlust wie dieser ist daher kein Bagatellfall: Er reißt eine Lücke in die globale Überwachung, besonders im Indo-Pazifik, im Mittelmeer und im Nahen Osten. Ein schnellet Ersatz ist daher nicht möglich. Die Produktion läuft auf Sparflamme und endet 2028. Neue Drohnen zu bauen, würde Jahre dauern und Hunderte Millionen verschlingen. Um die Überwachung des Persischen Golfs und der umliegenden Seegebiete aufrecht zu erhalten, müsste die US-Marine eine operative Triton aus einer anderen Weltregion abziehen, wobei dort eine Lücke entstehen würde. Aber das ist nicht der eigentliche Grund, weshalb im Pentagon dicke Luft herrscht. Dort steht jetzt nämlich die Frage im Raum, ob den Iraner das Unglaubliche gelungen ist, die mit Tarnkappen-Technologie ausgerüstete Drohne in dieser extrem großen Höhe zu orten und abzuschießen oder, was noch schlimmer wäre, viel schlimmer, dass die Iraner elektronisch die Steuerung der Drohne übernommen und diese unversehrt zur Landung gebracht haben. Das wäre schließlich nicht das erste Mal gewesen, dass den Iranern ein solcher Husarenstreich gelungen ist. Wenn auch nur eins von beidem zutrifft, dann braucht die US-Marine gar nicht erst an einen weiteren Einsatz von Triton-Drohnen in der Nähe von Iran zu denken....https://apolut.net/haben-die-iraner-amerikas-teuerste-drohne-gekapert-von-rainer-rupp/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Speed is becoming a defining advantage in cybersecurity. In this episode, Phyllis Schneck, VP and CISO at Northrop Grumman, joins Dr. Hugh Thompson to explore how high-performance computing is reshaping cyber defense. From accelerating real-time threat detection and response to amplifying the impact of AI and automation, they discuss how increased compute power is transforming both attackers and defenders. The conversation also highlights the importance of building secure foundations, avoiding common pitfalls, and enabling organizations to move at speed without increasing risk. Guest: Dr. Phyllis Schneck, Vice President & Chief Information Security Officer, Northrop Grumman

Four astronauts — Commander Reid Wiseman, Pilot Victor Glover, Mission Specialists Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen — are on their way around the Moon, on a journey that will take them farther from Earth than any human has gone before. This week on Planetary Radio, we bring you the sounds of launch day and the voices of the people who lived it. You’ll hear from the engineers who built the spacecraft, including Mark Tobias, chief engineer at Northrop Grumman, Jan-Henrik Horstmann, European Service Module team leader at ESA, and Debbie Korth, deputy manager of NASA's Orion Program. U.S. Representative Mike Haridopolos and Senator and former astronaut Mark Kelly share their perspectives from the ground. Canadian Space Agency astronaut Joshua Kutryk reflects on what it means for Canada to have one of their own heading to deep space for the very first time. NASA Chief Exploration Scientist Jake Bleacher and Lisa Carnell, director of Biological and Physical Sciences at NASA's Science Mission Directorate, break down some of the research happening on this mission. NASA astronaut Steve Bowen shares what it feels like to watch a crew launch knowing exactly what they're about to experience. And Joel Kearns, NASA's deputy associate administrator for exploration, reflects on what this moment means for the future of human spaceflight. Plus, Planetary Society Science Editor Asa Stahl and Digital Community Manager Ambre Rose Trujillo, share what it was actually like to be there on launch day. And Planetary Society Chief Scientist Bruce Betts joins us for What's Up, with a look at what we've learned about the Moon since the Apollo era. Discover more at: https://www.planetary.org/planetary-radio/2026-artemis-ii-launchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's Technology Report, Eben Frankenberg, the CEO and cofounder of the innovative radar company Echodyne, joins Defense & Aerospace Report Editor Vago Muradian to discuss how the company turned breakthrough meta-material technology into small and affordable electronically scanned radars for military and commercial applications; the birth of the company in 2014 as part of former Microsoft CTO Nathan Myhrvold's Intellectual Ventures firm to develop foundational technologies key for a future generation of autonomous systems; the company's commercial business model that in 2022 attracted $135 million from Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates, UK investment firm Baillie Gifford, Northrop Grumman and others; lessons from recent wars and growth prospects as anti-drone systems are prioritized worldwide, especially those with ITAR free technology; access to capital; how the Pentagon is changing how it does business with innovative companies; and navigating and surviving the Valley of Death.

Northeast Mississippi Community College President Dr. Ricky G. Ford and Marketing and Public Relations Specialist Liz Calvery look at some of the big projects that are happening around campus. Dr. Ford shares news about the long-awaited renovations to Seth Pounds Auditorium, which officially began during Spring Break as crews fenced off and marked the area for construction. One of the college's first buildings, Seth Pounds is being transformed into one of the top auditoriums in the region, with an expanded stage designed to accommodate an orchestra and will host cultural events for both the college and the community. Ford also discusses new developments at the Northeast at Corinth campus, including facility expansions that will support the Alcorn County School District with concurrent enrollment opportunities and the creation of an Aerospace Technician lab in partnership with Northrop Grumman. Additional Booneville campus improvements include updated entrance signage to better guide students and visitors while reinforcing the college's community presence. Recreational enhancements are also underway, as the college adds pickleball and volleyball lines to the tennis courts beside the Haney Union, giving students more options for on-campus activities. One of the most impactful projects, according to Ford, is the buildout of the Career Technical Building in the former Corinthian building off Highway 4 -- a development that will significantly expand health science programs, boost enrollment, and provide more space for career-technical training to help prepare local workers for tomorrow's jobs. Plus, get the latest updates on athletics, academics, workforce development, and all the incredible things happening at one of the nation's premier community colleges.

The project was a partnership between NOAA and Northrop Grumman, the aerospace and defense contractor.

City Councilman Mike Friedolfs joins the show to discuss his journey from California to Grand Forks, his work at Northrop Grumman, and his role on the city council and regional EDC. He shares personal updates about family, upcoming weddings, and what drew him to public service. The conversation covers local priorities and controversies: Grand Forks' top national ranking for project development, housing and downtown revitalization, airport recruitment efforts and travel to meet airlines, concerns about sole-source bidding for a large scoreboard project, and the importance of transparency and accessibility in local government. Mike highlights plans for economic growth, infrastructure improvements, public safety collaboration, and community amenities like live music venues, while encouraging residents to stay engaged and attend city meetings.

Is the market actually crashing, or are we seeing a generational entry point? Hosts Matty A. and Ryan Breedwell break down the geopolitical shockwaves from the Middle East, the "Trump Conflict Playbook," and why smart money is buying the dip while everyone else panics.Key TakeawaysInstitutional Resilience: Despite headlines of a $1 trillion loss, major indices remained within normal volatility ranges. Institutional "smart money" bought back a majority of the midday pullback.Defense Sector Gains: Historically, wartime events involving US munitions and aerospace are positive for the domestic economy. Leading names like Raytheon, Lockheed Martin, Boeing, and Northrop Grumman are positioned for massive government contracts.Real Estate Distress: Commercial loans flagged for foreclosure in Texas topped $800 million for the fourth consecutive month. Roughly 70% of these properties are apartment complexes, signaling a major oversupply in previously "frothy" markets.Rate Cut Timeline: Goldman Sachs maintains that a June rate cut is the base case scenario. Current futures markets price in a 36% chance for June and a 43% chance for July.Episode Sponsored By:Discover Financial Millionaire Mindcast Shop: Buy the Rich Life Planner and Get the Wealth-Building Bundle for FREE! Visit: https://shop.millionairemindcast.com/CRE MASTERMIND: Visit myfirst50k.com and submit your application to join!FREE CRE Crash Course: Text “FREE” to 844-447-1555FREE Financial X-Ray: Text  "XRAY" to 844-447-1555

In der heutigen Folge sprechen die Finanzjournalisten Daniel Eckert und Lea Oetjen über einen überraschenden Kurssprung bei Reedereien, einen Coup von Nvidia und eine Erholung beim Bitcoin. Außerdem geht es um Tui, Lufthansa, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, Hensoldt, Renk, TKMS, Rheinmetall, Lockheed Martin, RTX Corporation, Northrop Grumman, Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk, Novo Nordisk, Coherent, Lumentum, BYD, Deutsche Telekom, Beiersdorf, Strategy, Coinbase, iShares MSCI World Energy Sector ausschüttend (WKN: A2PHCF), SPDR MSCI World Energy ETF thesaurierend (WKN: A2AGZ1), Euwax Gold 2 (WKN: EWG2LD) und Xetra-Gold (WKN: A0S9GB). Wir freuen uns an Feedback über aaa@welt.de. Noch mehr "Alles auf Aktien" findet Ihr bei WELTplus und Apple Podcasts – inklusive aller Artikel der Hosts und AAA-Newsletter. Hier bei WELT: https://www.welt.de/podcasts/alles-auf-aktien/plus247399208/Boersen-Podcast-AAA-Bonus-Folgen-Jede-Woche-noch-mehr-Antworten-auf-Eure-Boersen-Fragen.html. Der Börsen-Podcast Disclaimer: Die im Podcast besprochenen Aktien und Fonds stellen keine spezifischen Kauf- oder Anlage-Empfehlungen dar. Die Moderatoren und der Verlag haften nicht für etwaige Verluste, die aufgrund der Umsetzung der Gedanken oder Ideen entstehen. Hörtipps: Für alle, die noch mehr wissen wollen: Holger Zschäpitz können Sie jede Woche im Finanz- und Wirtschaftspodcast "Deffner&Zschäpitz" hören. +++ Werbung +++ Du möchtest mehr über unsere Werbepartner erfahren? Hier findest du alle Infos & Rabatte! https://linktr.ee/alles_auf_aktien Impressum: https://www.welt.de/services/article7893735/Impressum.html Datenschutz: https://www.welt.de/services/article157550705/Datenschutzerklaerung-WELT-DIGITAL.html

Het Midden-Oosten staat op zijn kop, nu Israël en de VS de leider van Iran hebben geliquideerd. Een conflict dat grote gevolgen heeft voor de rest van de wereld. Zo is de straat van Hormuz afgesloten, wat zorgt voor een flink hogere olieprijs. Ook de gasprijs schoot omhoog, omdat Qatar (na een Iraanse aanval) hun gasproductie heeft stilgelegd. Deze aflevering vertellen we je hoe je als belegger moet omgaan met oorlogsdreiging. Welke aandelen je even links moet laten liggen en of het terecht is dat sommige aandelen massaal worden ingeslagen. We proberen je op weg te helpen in onzekere tijden. Onzeker is ook hoe Greg Abel Warren Buffett moet doen vergeten. De nieuwe baas van Berkshire Hataway moest (voor het eerst) de kwartaalcijfers presenteren en dat was geen makkie. Ook niet omdat de resultaten nogal tegenvallen. We kijken of het Abel lukt, om beleggers te overtuigen van zijn kwaliteiten. Hoor je ook meer over Disney en Netflix. Die laatste liep weg van de overnamestrijd om Warner Bros. Discovery. Met grote gevolgen. Paramount, dat er met de buit vandoor ging, gaat zijn streamer nu combineren met die van de overnameprooi. En dat heeft enorme gevolgen voor de markt. Verder ook aandacht voor Tesla. Dat ineens meer auto's verkoopt in een aantal Europese landen. Is het herstel ingezet? Praten we je trouwens ook nog bij over ASML (dat iets nieuws gaat doen) en een grote hack bij AkzoNobel. Te gast: Corné van Zeijl, van Cardano. BNR Beurs is een journalistiek onafhankelijke productie, mede mogelijk gemaakt door Saxo. Over de makers: Jelle Maasbach is presentator van BNR Beurs en freelance financieel journalist. Zijn favoriete aandeel om over te praten is Disney, maar daar lijkt hij de enige in te zijn. Sinds de eerste uitzending van BNR Beurs is 'ie er bij. Maxim van Mil is presentator van BNR Beurs en journalist bij BNR, waar hij zich focust op de financiële markten en ontwikkelingen in de tech-wereld. Je krijgt hem het meest enthousiast als hij kan praten over ASML, of oer-Hollandse bedrijven zoals Ahold of ABN Amro. Jorik Simonides is presentator van BNR Beurs, economieredacteur en verslaggever bij BNR. Hij wordt er vooral blij van als het een keer níet over AI gaat. Milou Brand is presentator van BNR Beurs, freelance podcastmaker en columnist bij het Financieele Dagblad. Jochem Visser is presentator van BNR Beurs, maakt Beursnerd XL en de podcast Onder Curatoren. Vraag hem naar obscure zaken op financiële markten en hij vertelt je waarom het eigenlijk nóg leuker is dan je al dacht. Over de podcast: Met BNR Beurs ga je altijd voorbereid de nieuwe beursdag in. We praten je in een kleine 25 minuten bij over alle laatste ontwikkelingen op de handelsvloer. We blijven niet alleen bij de AEX of Wall Street, maar vertellen je ook waar nog meer kansen liggen. En we houden het niet bij de cijfers, maar zoeken ook iedere dag voor je naar duiding van scherpe gasten en experts. Of je nu een ervaren belegger bent of net begint met je eerste stappen op de beurs, de podcast biedt waardevolle inzichten voor je beleggingsstrategie. Door de focus op zowel de korte termijn als de lange termijn, helpt BNR Beurs luisteraars om de ruis van de markt te scheiden van de essentie. Van Musk tot Microsoft en van Ahold tot ASML. Wij vertellen je wat beleggers bezighoudt, wie de markten in beweging zet en wat dat betekent voor jouw beleggingsportefeuille.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's Defense & Aerospace Report Business Roundtable, sponsored by Bell, Dr. “Rocket” Ron Epstein of Bank of America Securities, Sash Tusa of the independent equity research firm Agency Partners and Richard Aboulafia of the AeroDynamic advisory consultancy join host Vago Muradian to discuss Wall Street's worst day of 2026 on AI worries and lower than expected new US jobs creation; Israel and the United States attack Iran, killing the country's top leaders as Tehran retaliates against Israel, Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE; worries that a prolonged conflict will take a toll on already depleted US weapons stocks, aging weapons and personnel; the conflict sends energy prices soaring; the Trump administration's blacklisting of Anthropic from doing business with the US government and threat to seize its technology after the company expresses concerns over the use of it's Claude model for autonomous weapons and mass surveillance as OpenAI strikes a deal with the Pentagon; the spat between Britain's Treasury and Defense Ministries spills into the open as UK firms work to position themselves for growth; Ukraine's desire to help produce the Patriot missiles it depends on to counter Russian attacks; BWXT, Heico, Hensoldt, Leonardo, MTU, and Rolls-Royce earnings as L3Harris holds its investor day; takeaways from the Air and Space Forces Association's Warfare Symposium last week in Denver including plan to accelerate production of Northrop Grumman's B-21 bomber; updates on the Collaborative Combat Aircraft programs including engines to power a new generation of unmanned aircraft; the White House's decision to back the US Navy's FA-XX to develop a next generation carrier aircraft; and what to expect at commercial edition of Joanna Speed's Aerospace Event next week at the Beverly Wilshire in LA.

From South Bend, Indiana — welcome to 3Degrees Discussions, hosted by Mike Vasquez. This podcast explores the stories behind the innovators, entrepreneurs, and technical leaders shaping the world of additive manufacturing and advanced production. In this episode, Mike sits down with Steven Floyd, an experienced engineering and technology leader focused on accelerating the adoption of additive and advanced manufacturing. Steven is the CEO and Chief Engineer of Floyd Technology Consulting LLC, where he works with organizations to implement cutting-edge manufacturing technologies and drive innovation strategies. Prior to launching his consulting firm, Steven led additive manufacturing technology development at Northrop Grumman, guiding multidisciplinary teams across aerospace and defense applications. His experience spans polymer, composite, ceramic, and metal AM technologies, as well as strategic engineering partnerships and R&D initiatives. Tune in as we discuss leadership in advanced manufacturing, scaling innovation inside large organizations, and what it really takes to move additive from development to deployment. Subscribe to 3Degrees Discussions wherever you listen to podcasts — including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and more. For more episodes and resources, visit:

We take a look at the Lockheed Constellation with one of the last pilots to have flown the L-1649A Starliner Constellation. In the news, the ROTOR Act and an ADS-B In mandate, GAMA's annual Aircraft Shipment and Billing Report, the Government’s partial shutdown impact on the TSA, Government luxury jets, and a plan to market an Embraer aerial tanker. Also, an interview from the Singapore Airshow with a Product Development VP from Textron Aviation. Lockheed Starliner L-1649A flying in TWA colors. Guest Philip Kemp has been an Airline Transport Pilot for 17 years, and he has more than a little experience with the Lockheed Constellation. That connection came about in the 1980's after meeting Maurice Roundy, a Lockheed Constellation fan and collector of the airplane. Philip is one of the last pilots to have flown the L-1649A Starliner Constellation.  Philip describes the development of the Lockheed Constellation and its variants, and how the airliner was obsoleted by jet transports. He tells us about his adventures ferrying Connies, the remaining examples that still exist, and the sale of Maurice's Constellations, including an ultimately unsuccessful attempt by Lufthansa to make one of the aircraft flightworthy. Philip explains that N8083H is now at the TWA Hotel at JFK after a cosmetic restoration, N974R is with Kermit Weeks also for a cosmetic restoration, and that N7316C was shipped to Hamburg for the 100th Lufthansa anniversary. Ferry flight from Sanford, Florida, to Kermit Weeks’ Fantasy of Flight. October 2001. Philip started his career with Continental Express, and then he flew Part 135 jet charter with Charter Ops for two years. He returned to the airlines with SkyWest, then back to Continental Express (ExpressJet). Philip spent nine years with North American Airlines flying troops all over the world, and his last six years were with JetBlue. He was the Manager of Crew Training at Waltzing Matilda Aviation/Connect Airlines, a new Part 121 airline, flying Dash 8 Q400's. Philip is now looking for a good teaching opportunity in the aviation world. N8083H L-1649A at the TWA Hotel, JFK. N7316C and N8083H next to Maurice Roundy's airport house. Maurice Roundy, the day before the last flight. Lockheed 749 Constellation versus the Lockheed 1649A Starliner Constellation. See Ralph M. Pettersen’s Constellation Survivors Website. Aviation News After DCA crash, Congress acts to mandate decades-old aircraft tracking tech Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) is an aviation system that uses GPS to determine aircraft position and also provides other flight information. ADS-B has two functions: ADS-B In and ADS-B Out. ADS-B Out broadcasts position and other identifying information, and has been required for many aircraft in the U.S. since 2020. ADS-B In receives transmissions from other aircraft and from ground stations. The bi-partisan Rotorcraft Operations Transparency and Oversight Reform (ROTOR) Act (S.2503) would require ADS-B out aircraft to have ADS-B In to display information about nearby traffic in the cockpit. The ROTOR Act was unanimously passed by the Senate in December 2025, and at the time of recording, a vote in the House was scheduled. House to vote Monday on ROTOR Act following deadly midair collision After recording, the House voted on the bill, but it did not pass due to insufficient votes. Under the ROTOR Act: FAA must issue final rules for ADS‑B In equipage not later than 2 years after enactment, effective within 60 days of publication. The final rule has a fleet-wide compliance deadline of December 31, 2031, for affected aircraft, with at most a 1‑year extension for certain operators. FAA must start regular briefings and public reports on the rulemaking status within 180 days after enactment and then every 90 days. GAMA Reports Strong 2025 for OEMs The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) released its 2025 Aircraft Shipment and Billing Report: Airplane shipments in 2025 compared to 2024: Piston airplanes flat (+0.6%) Turboprops declined by 5.1% Business jets increased 11.8% with 854 units. The value of airplane deliveries for 2025 was $31.0 billion, an increase of 16.1%. Helicopter shipments in 2025 compared to 2024: Piston helicopters were down 2% Turbine helicopters down 2% (preliminary) The preliminary value of helicopter deliveries for 2025 was $4.7 billion, an increase of approximately 5.5%. Homeland security reverses course on TSA PreCheck suspension Citing staffing shortages caused by the partial government shutdown, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) initially suspended the TSA PreCheck and Global Entry airport security programs. Soon thereafter, DHS revised the directive in a social media post saying, “TSA PreCheck remains operational with no change for the traveling public. As staffing constraints arise, TSA will evaluate on a case-by-case basis and adjust operations accordingly.” Chris Sununu, president and CEO of the trade association Airlines for America, said in a statement that the group “is deeply concerned that TSA PreCheck and Global Entry programs are being suspended and that the traveling public will be, once again, used as a political football amid another government shutdown”. Geoff Freeman, head of the US Travel Association, accused Democratic and Republican lawmakers of putting politics first. “Air travel is essential for our economy and daily life, and it's disgraceful for travel to be used as leverage in political disagreements,” he said in a statement. No Expense Has Been Spared’: Inside a Luxury Jet DHS Wants to Buy for Deportations DHS has been leasing a Boeing 737 Max 8 featuring bedrooms, showers, a kitchen, four large flat-screen TVs, and a bar. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is asking the OMB to approve its purchase of the jet for $70 million. ICE says that it would be used for deportations and travel for Cabinet officials. A DHS spokesperson said, “at least one of the bedrooms is currently being converted for seating to prepare the aircraft to meet the demands of its deportation mission set.” In a statement, a DHS spokesperson said, “This plane flies at 40% cheaper than what the military aircraft flies for ICE deportation flights—saving the American taxpayer hundreds of millions of dollars. This is part of Secretary Noem's broader efforts to clamp down on inefficiencies and save taxpayer dollars.” DHS Secretary Kristi Noem Spends $200 Million of Taxpayer Money on Pair of Gulfstream G700 Private Jets During Government Shutdown House Appropriations Committee Ranking Member Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) and Homeland Security Subcommittee Ranking Member Lauren Underwood (IL-14) requested more information from the Secretary regarding the purchase, which does not align with earlier funding requests for the Department. Northrop, Brazil's Embraer partner on KC-390 to pitch US, others Under a memorandum of understanding, Embraer and Northrop Grumman are looking at adding an autonomous boom refueling system to the KC-390 Millennium, which currently employs a hose and drogue system. A new boom would enable the tanker to refuel U.S. Air Force aircraft. Singapore Airshow 2026 Brian Coleman brings us interviews from the Singapore Airshow. In this episode, he talks with Jimmy Beeson, Textron Aviation Inc. VP of Product Development. Mentioned Fantasy of Flight Alaska Airlines’ 20-minute baggage guarantee Hosts this Episode Max Flight, our Main(e) Man Micah, and Brian Coleman

In this episode, I was lucky enough to interview Matt Cullerton, founder of Mavric Tech and creator of Apso. Matt reflects on growing up in Reston, Virginia, early lessons from working in restaurants, and his first venture — an independent music label launched while working at Northrop Grumman. From navigating the volatility of the music industry — including brushes with artists like Diplo — Matt shares how those formative experiences shaped his resilience and people-first mindset.Matt also discusses his philosophy of fairness in leadership, particularly within development teams, and how core values serve as operational anchors in a client-services environment. He opens up about the discomfort of cultivating a personal brand as an engineer, the challenge of separating identity from business, and his long-term vision for scalability. Finally, Matt takes a deep dive into Apso — a platform born from real-world agency needs — and shares his perspective on balancing product development with a thriving services business, all while staying grounded in authenticity.Discover how Matt Cullerton blends engineering discipline with human-centered leadership in this  episode of The First Customer!Guest Info:Mavric Technologyhttp://mavrictech.comMatt Cullerton's LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/mattcullerton/Connect with Jay on LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jayaigner/The First Customer Youtube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@thefirstcustomerpodcastThe First Customer podcast websitehttps://www.firstcustomerpodcast.comFollow The First Customer on LinkedInhttp://www.linkedin.com/company/the-first-customer-podcast/

For review:1. The next round of talks between the United States and Iran will be Thursday in Geneva, Oman's foreign minister said.2. American refueler and cargo planes were spotted at Ben Gurion Airport near Tel Aviv on Monday, amid a massive US buildup of military forces ahead of a potential attack on Iran.There was no comment from Israeli authorities regarding the American military deployment at Israel's main civilian airport.3. Bulgaria's Sofia International Airport briefly suspended civilian air operations twice over the weekend while a fleet of American military aircraft staged at the facility, fueling speculation that Washington is positioning forces ahead of a potential strike on Iran.4. US President Donald Trump hits back amid a series of reports that his top general has been warning him against the consequences of a prolonged military campaign against Iran. 5. Another round of talks aimed at ending the war in Ukraine could be held at end of this week, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's chief of staff told Ukrainian media on Monday."I think at the end of the week, this week," Kyrylo Budanov told reporters when asked about the next round of talks.6. The Air Force today announced a new agreement with Northrop Grumman to “ramp” production of the in-development B-21 Raider, using $4.5 billion in reconciliation funding to help deliver the bomber by 2027.7. The US Army briefly published and then removed new official images of its Long Range Hypersonic Weapon (LRHW), offering rare updated views of the system as it nears operational fielding.8. The US Marine Corps has confirmed it will not field the Sig Sauer M7 assault rifle, steering away from a potential adoption in partnership with the US Army.This decision leaves the service operating its M27 Infantry Automatic Rifle (IAR) due to its proven effectiveness in amphibious deployments.

Joshua Celis, Marine Corps Combat Veteran, in Episode 236 of the Transition Drill Podcast, shares his 23-year career, combat deployments, and transition, where he explains the emotional and practical challenges of stepping away from the uniform, the importance of early preparation, education, and networking, and the reality that senior rank doesn't automatically translate to civilian success.Josh was raised between Houston and a tiny East Texas town got pulled out of a rough track, found structure through sports, and then chose the Marine Corps when college felt out of reach. From the start, Joshua's story is about momentum, consequences, and learning the hard way that “I don't have time” usually means “it's not my priority.”He talks about early fleet life in communications, including getting shot in the head in while stationed in Hawaii that exposed how differently the military handled injuries back then and what he'd do as a senior leader looking back. From there, his career builds: deployments that came faster after 9/11, a first Iraq deployment in 2005, and then as a sergeant, leading in Afghanistan, advising Afghan Army counterparts while managing the pressure that comes with real responsibility. He also talks about the “yin yang” of recruiting duty in Houston, returning to the operating forces, and how key mentors and leaders shaped the way he led Marines as he moved into senior ranks.The second half of the conversation is all transition. Joshua explains why he started planning earlier than most, how education and certifications changed his options, and why senior leaders often need the most space to detach and reset. He breaks down SkillBridge honestly, including what didn't work, the stress of rejection, and how networking, making friends, and showing up in person is what finally landed him a role in San Diego with Northrop Grumman. He lays out what he'd do differently, what most people underestimate, and what actually carries you through when the uniform comes off.CONNECT WITH THE PODCAST:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulpantani/WEBSITE: https://www.transitiondrillpodcast.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulpantani/SIGN-UP FOR THE NEWSLETTER:https://transitiondrillpodcast.com/home#aboutQUESTIONS OR COMMENTS:paul@transitiondrillpodcast.comSPONSORS:GRND CollectiveGet 15% off your purchaseLink: https://thegrndcollective.com/Promo Code: TRANSITION15Blue Line RoastingGet 10% off your purchaseLink: https://bluelineroasting.comPromocode: Transition10Frontline OpticsGet 10% off your purchaseLink: https://frontlineoptics.comPromocode: Transition10

On this week's Defense & Aerospace Report Business Roundtable, sponsored by Bell, Dr. “Rocket” Ron Epstein of Bank of America Securities, Sash Tusa of the independent equity research firm Agency Partners and Richard Aboulafia of the AeroDynamic advisory consultancy join host Vago Muradian to discuss an up week on Wall Street on the Supreme Court's decision that some of President Trump's tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act were illegal; what's next for nearly $200 billion in tariff revenue collected over the past year as the president imposes new tariffs under other legislation; US threat of retaliation if Europe shifts away from buying American systems in favor of domestic weaponry; India's Rafale order including 31 naval variants of the Dassault fighter; Canada's new National Defense Strategy; Northrop Grumman partnership with Embraer to help market the KC-390 tanker-transport in the United States; impact on Leonardo's C-27 production line after Saudi Arabia's ordered for four of the transports in a maritime patrol configuration for delivery in 2029; Airbus earnings including frustrations with Pratt & Whitney; and BAE Systems' investors call.

In episode 240, Coffey talks with Yoram Solomon about motivating disengaged employees by building trust, increasing autonomy, and aligning intrinsic motivation with meaningful work.  They discuss quiet quitting and job hugging trends in uncertain economic times; intrinsic versus extrinsic motivation using the car engine analogy; why pay and bonuses fail as long-term engagement strategies; the critical link between trust, autonomy, and employee engagement; why trustworthiness matters more than intelligence or effort; how micromanagement destroys creativity and productivity; designing roles that fit personality and tolerance for repetitive work; diagnosing turnover caused by boring or monotonous jobs; involving employees in organizational change initiatives; rebuilding lost trust through accountability and ownership; and why leadership should be treated as a profession rather than a promotion.  For HR teams who discuss this podcast in their team meetings, we've created a discussion starter PDF to help guide your conversation. Download it here https://goodmorninghr.com/EP240  Good Morning, HR is brought to you by Imperative—Bulletproof Background Checks. For more information about our commitment to quality and excellent customer service, visit us at https://imperativeinfo.com.   If you are an HRCI or SHRM-certified professional, this episode of Good Morning, HR has been pre-approved for half a recertification credit. To obtain the recertification information for this episode, visit https://goodmorninghr.com.   About our Guest:  Dr. Yoram Solomon is one of the world's leading experts on trust. He's the author of The Book of Trust and The Trust Premium, host of The Trust Show podcast, and creator of the Trust Habits® process. A 3-time TEDx speaker and founder of the Innovation Culture Institute®, Dr. Solomon has worked with organizations like AT&T, Dannon, Northrop Grumman, and HR.com. His research-backed, no-BS approach challenges conventional wisdom on leadership, culture, and motivation—and replaces it with brutally honest, practical strategies that actually work. With a PhD in organization and management, and a background that spans tech, military, law, and education, he brings a rare combination of academic depth and real-world experience. Whether he's on stage, on TV, or in the boardroom, his message is simple: trust isn't fluffy—it's measurable, learnable, and the most powerful driver of performance.  Dr. Yoram Solomon can be reached at: https://www.yoramsolomon.com  https://www.linkedin.com/in/yoramsolomon  https://www.instagram.com/yoramsolomon  https://www.facebook.com/TheBookofTrust https://x.com/yoramsolomon  https://www.youtube.com/@TheTrustShow   About Mike Coffey:  Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, licensed private investigator, business strategist, HR consultant, and registered yoga teacher. In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations and due diligence firm helping risk-averse clients make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business. Imperative delivers in-depth employment background investigations, know-your-customer and anti-money laundering compliance, and due diligence investigations to more than 300 risk-averse corporate clients across the US, and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies. Imperative has been named a Best Places to Work, the Texas Association of Business' small business of the year, and is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association.  Mike shares his insight from 25+ years of HR-entrepreneurship on the Good Morning, HR podcast, where each week he talks to business leaders about bringing people together to create value for customers, shareholders, and community. Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence by FW, Inc. and has twice been recognized as the North Texas HR Professional of the Year.  Mike serves as a board member of a number of organizations, including the Texas State Council, where he serves Texas' 31 SHRM chapters as State Director-Elect; Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County; the Texas Association of Business; and the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce, where he is chair of the Talent Committee. Mike is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certification Institute and a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). He is also a Yoga Alliance registered yoga teacher (RYT-200) and teaches multiple times each week. Mike and his very patient wife of 28 years are empty nesters in Fort Worth.  Learning Objectives:  Differentiate between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation in workplace performance. Identify how trust and autonomy directly impact employee engagement and retention. Apply practical strategies to rebuild trust and increase motivation during organizational change. 

Artificial intelligence used to live in strategy decks and conference keynotes—but now it's showing up in a very different place: right on the assembly tables where SPD technicians build trays for the next case. And it's arriving at a time when the pressure on sterile processing has never been higher. As surgical volumes climb and staffing shortages continue to strain hospital teams, SPDs are being asked to move faster while making zero mistakes. Even a single missing instrument can mean tray rework, case delays, and tension between departments. That's why AI-powered computer vision is gaining attention: not as a futuristic replacement for technicians, but as a second set of eyes built directly into the workflow.Can AI meaningfully reduce tray errors and compliance risk in SPDs—without disrupting workflows or replacing the human expertise at the center of sterile processing?Welcome to ConCensis. Continuing from a previous episode in this two-part conversation, host Daniel Litwin rejoins Censis Chief Technology Officer Harshil Goradia and Senior Director of Product Development Seamus Johnson to explore the future of AI in sterile processing. The episode centers on Censis Technologies' AI-powered sterile processing solution, Assembly Copilot: Final Check, a computer vision tool that detects missing chemical integrators before trays leave the assembly area. Together, the group discusses real-world results from early adopters, how the tool integrates seamlessly into existing workflows, and what the next three to five years of AI innovation in SPDs could look like.What you'll learn…How Final Check drove missing integrator occurrences down to zero by flagging omissions in real time—stopping trays before they left assembly and required rework or delayed a case.Why embedded computer vision and real-time alerts strengthen compliance without adding tool fatigue, integrating directly into technician workflows instead of forcing teams to adopt separate systems or change standard work processes.What responsible AI adoption looks like in sterile processing, including human-in-the-loop oversight, transparent governance practices, and a phased approach that builds trust with technicians and hospital leadership.Harshil Goradia serves as the Chief Technology Officer and VP of IT at Censis Technologies, where he leads global engineering, AI, innovation, and digital transformation initiatives across commercial and government healthcare businesses. He has a proven track record of launching revenue-generating AI products, building AI-native data platforms, modernizing cloud and IT infrastructure, and driving measurable growth, efficiency gains, and cybersecurity excellence within large enterprise environments, including Fortive and Fortune 100 organizations. Previously, he led AI Centers of Excellence and large-scale cloud, ERP, and digital transformation programs across the U.S., Europe, and Asia, delivering multi-million-dollar impact and scaling high-performing global technology teams.Seamus Johnson is a Senior Software Developer at Censis Technologies with more than two decades of experience building and scaling healthcare technology solutions. He specializes in software architecture, cloud systems, database design, cybersecurity, and full-stack development using technologies such as C#, Angular, and TypeScript. With a background in physics from Tennessee Technological University and prior experience at Northrop Grumman, Johnson brings deep technical expertise and long-standing industry experience to the development of secure, high-performance applications for sterile processing and hospital environments.

Greenland's strategic importance is hotter than ever—and the questions about the U.S. desire to secure access aren't just political posturing. In this eye-opening episode, defense expert Bob Peters from the Heritage Foundation reveals why Greenland is a critical security linchpin for North America, and why fears of U.S. invasion are utterly unfounded.From Cold War radar stations to today's race to contain Chinese and Russian influence in the Arctic, Bob unpacks the real reasons Greenland matters—its location, resources, and the growing geopolitical contest. You'll discover how Arctic nations are competing for dominance, why China's icebreakers signal a serious threat, and how the U.S. plans to boost its defenses without breaking NATO.We break down the myths surrounding President Trump's stance on Greenland, revealing that hyperbole and strategic signaling drive much of the chatter. Plus, insights into how Greenland's potential independence could reshape regional power dynamics and why the U.S. relationship with Denmark remains vital.If you care about national security, Arctic geopolitics, or the future of NATO, this episode is essential listening. Bob's straightforward analysis cuts through the noise—arming you with the knowledge to understand why Greenland is much more than a distant ice patch, but a battleground of influence that could define the next decade of global power.Robert Peters is a Senior Research Fellow for Strategic Deterrence in The Heritage Foundation's Allison Center for National Security. For many years, Peters served as a Senior Research Fellow at National Defense University's Center for the Study of Weapons of Mass Destruction, where he focused on nuclear deterrence issues, countering weapons of mass destruction, and counterproliferation. In the first Obama Administration, Peters served as the Special Advisor for Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction in the Office of the Secretary of Defense, where he worked on the New START nuclear arms control treaty, the 2010 Nuclear Posture Review, and the 2010 Quadrennial Defense Review. In addition, Peters held positions at Northrop Grumman and the Potomac Institute for Policy Studies.A prolific writer, Peters' published works include examinations of the impact of Chinese nuclear expansion and Russian withdrawal from arms control, the prospect for future arms control, the need for a new nuclear posture review, and the mission to eliminate North Korean weapons of mass destruction.Socials:Follow on Twitter at @NucleCastFollow on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/nuclecastpodcastSubscribe RSS Feed: https://rss.com/podcasts/nuclecast-podcast/Rate: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nuclecast/id1644921278Email comments and topic/guest suggestions to NucleCast@anwadeter.org

Sterile processing departments are dealing with persistent operational pressures. Surgical case volumes are rising, instruments are more complex, and staffing shortages remain across many health systems. Accuracy and documentation requirements continue to tighten, leaving little room for error. In busy hospitals, sterile processing teams may handle 10,000 to 30,000 surgical instruments per day, with performance tightly linked to patient risk given the persistent burden of surgical site infections in inpatient care. These conditions are shaping how hospitals evaluate AI in sterile processing as a practical way to support frontline teams without adding disruption or risk.As health systems reassess where technology can provide real operational support, what does effective adoption look like inside day-to-day SPD workflows?In Part 1 of this two-part ConCensis podcast series by Censis Technologies, host Daniel Litwin sits down with Chief Technology Officer Harshil Goradia and Senior Director of Product Development Seamus Johnson for a grounded, practical discussion on how AI is being applied in sterile processing today. The conversation centers on where AI delivers measurable value in SPD workflows, why some use cases succeed while others fall short, and how technology can reinforce technician performance without disrupting established processes.Key points :AI is most valuable where traditional software breaks down: Rule-based tools struggle with visual, variable, real-world conditions such as lighting, positioning, and tray variability. AI in sterile processing, particularly computer vision, can interpret this complexity without hard-coding every possible scenario.Consistency is the core challenge across SPD workflows: Decontamination, assembly, and sterilization remain the highest-risk steps. Volume growth, case complexity, and staffing strain increase the likelihood of errors, making consistency a primary focus for AI in sterile processing initiatives.Final check use cases can have an outsized impact: In customer environments referenced in the episode, missing integrators dropped from dozens per month to zero after implementation. These results show how targeted AI in sterile processing applications can improve accuracy while strengthening documentation and accountability.Harshil Goradia is a technology executive specializing in AI, SaaS, and large-scale digital transformation across healthcare and enterprise software. As CTO and VP of IT at Censis Technologies, he leads global engineering and AI initiatives that drive product innovation, operational efficiency, and revenue growth. His career spans senior leadership roles at Fortive, Arrow Electronics, and Oracle, delivering high-impact technology platforms and scalable modernization programs.Seamus Johnson is a senior software developer with more than two decades of experience building technology solutions for the healthcare industry. At Censis Technologies, he leads application development across software architecture, cloud systems, databases, and security, with a focus on supporting hospital and sterile processing workflows. His background includes enterprise software development roles at Censis and Northrop Grumman, grounded in a technical foundation in physics and agile engineering practices.

On this week's Defense & Aerospace Report Business Roundtable, sponsored by Bell, Dr. “Rocket” Ron Epstein of Bank of America Securities, Sash Tusa of the independent equity research firm Agency Partners and Richard Aboulafia of the AeroDynamic advisory consultancy join host Vago Muradian to discuss a down week on Wall Street; President Trump's selection of Kevin Warsh to replace Jay Powell as the Federal Reserve chairman; after two decades of negotiations, the EU and India strike a trade deal that encompasses some 2 billion people; after threatening Canada with 100 percent tariffs if it makes a deal with China, Trump warned Britain against drawing close to Beijing as Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer visited the Chinese capital to reset relations and boost trade ties; the president's call to decertify the Bombardier Global Express business jet and impose a 50 percent tariff on the planes after falsely accusing Ottawa of failing to certify US-made Gulfstream aircraft; the new Dutch government's “freedom tax” to boost defense spending; France rejects Eutelsat's planned sale of its ground antennae business to the private equity firm EQT as Paris tells government employees to stop using Zoom in favor of European systems; French IT firm CapGemini's decision to sell its US unit — CapGemini Government Solutions — for working for ICE and a lack of transparency into the American subsidiary's operations; Boeing, Crane, Hexcel, L3Harris, Northrop Grumman, and Textron report earnings; and Boeing reveals another $600 million charge on its KC-46 Pegasus tanker aircraft for the US Air Force.

If you give us about fifteen minutes a day, we will provide you with all the local news, sports, weather, and events you can handle. SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors… Annapolis Subaru, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, MacMedics, and  Hospice of the Chesapeake.  Today... A shooting at the Northrop Grumman facility in Linthicum left a contracted security guard dead, and police are still sorting through what led up to it. Investigators also released new details in the Harwood case, where a married couple was found dead inside their home. There's also a major leadership hire at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Annapolis & Anne Arundel County, a countywide Black History Month calendar from the library system that's loaded with films, music, and local history, and a Super Bowl weekend neighborhood challenge that turns friendly competition into real help for local food pantries. We'll walk you through them all and why it matters on today's DNB! DAILY NEWSLETTER LINK: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm And like we do every Friday, Annapolis Subaru and I met up with some animals from the SPCA of Anne Arundel County. Check out this week's Canines & Crosstreks! The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (X) NOTE: For hearing-impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis.

In this episode of the Additive Snack Podcast, host Fabian Alefeld welcomes Kristin Mulherin, the Director of Additive Manufacturing Technology at Hubbell Inc., to discuss the creation and development of an additive manufacturing center of excellence within a 150-year-old corporation. Kristin shares her extensive journey through various roles in the additive industry, from Northrop Grumman to HP, and her significant input in initiatives like Women in 3D Printing. She discusses Hubbell's historical background and the strategic decisions behind establishing the AM center, including technology choices, cost management, and internal education to drive innovation.   The episode covers specific applications, the challenges of shifting from prototyping to production, and the importance of cross-departmental education within the company to leverage the full potential of additive manufacturing.  00:00 Introduction to the Additive Snack Podcast  01:40 Meet Kristen Mulherin: A Journey in Additive Manufacturing  05:07 Kristen's Role at Hubbell Inc. and Industry Insights  06:11 Women in 3D Printing and Leadership  07:46 Building Hubbell Inc.'s Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence  15:25 Technology Stack and Future Plans at Hubbell  19:30 Exploring New Opportunities in Additive Manufacturing  21:38 Balancing Cost and Lead Time in Additive Manufacturing  22:08 Value Drivers in Additive Manufacturing  

Ignacio Vacchiano, country manager en Iberia de Leverage Shares, analiza la primera semana completa de mercado bursátil en Estados Unidos, los últimos mensajes de Trump respecto al aumento en presupuesto en defensa y los efectos que puede tener la votación de la Corte Suprema del país estadounidense sobre los aranceles. “Los inversores están mirando las fuertes subidas que ha tenido la tecnología y están rotando·, afirma el invitado. Además explica que “hay que resaltar, pues que el Dow Jones tiene simplemente un 20% de peso de tecnología y hay grandes valores ahí”. Además, hoy el foco está en el Senado, ya que tendrá "día de opiniones" sobre los gravámenes anunciados por Trump en el llamado “Día de la Liberación”. El analista explica que “el 70% de inversores está pensando que puedan revocar la decisión de la subida de aranceles o la creación de aranceles por parte de Trump y eso supondría que tenga que haber un reembolso o ver cómo lo orquesta el Supremo”. También ha comentado el momento de las petroleras, después de la detención de Maduro. “Las que más se han beneficiado con subidas de más de 115% han sido las que hacen servicios petrolíferos”, afirma el country manager en Iberia de Leverage Shares. Donald Trump ha anunciado que elevará el presupuesto en defensa hasta los 1,5 billones de dólares en 2027, 600.000 millones y un 50% más que el presupuesto actual. Este anuncio ha impulsado a las principales compañías armamentísticas del país, como Lockheed Martin, que ha subido más de un 4% y Northrop Grumman, cuyas acciones han logrado un alza de más de un 2%. A pesar de su anuncio, esto tiene que ser aprobado en el Congreso. “Entiendo yo que habrá alguien que sabía esa información y que incluso se benefició de la caída del miércoles y la subida del jueves”, asegura Ignacio Vacchiano.

Carl Quintanilla, Jim Cramer and David Faber explored what to make of the rally in defense stocks such as Northrop Grumman — after President Trump called for a $1.5 trillion military budget for 2027. Breaking news from David on Paramount Skydance's response to Warner Bros. Discovery after WBD rejected its amended takeover offer. A mega-cap shift in big tech as Alphabet surpasses Apple to become the second-most valuable company. Also in focus: President Trump set to meet with oil company CEOs on Friday to discuss reviving the production of crude in Venezuela, Nvidia's H200 chips and China, Costco's sales beat, "Faber Report" on Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Samsung’s blockbuster profits put South Korea’s market back in the global spotlight, as investors ask whether the AI-driven rally still has legs. We play UP or DOWN on defence contractors like Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman after President Donald Trump targets dividends and buybacks. Alphabet overtakes Apple in market value for the first time since 2019 - is Big Tech leadership shifting for good?Meanwhile, deal drama surrounds Paramount Global, while Serve Robotics jumps into focus after praise from Nvidia’s Jensen Huang. We check in from CES 2026 in Las Vegas to separate investor signal from gadget noise. Plus, brokers turn bullish on Micron Technology and lithium producer Albemarle, as Singapore stocks push deeper into record territory - hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Willoughby, Vice President of Program Excellence at Northrop Grumman and former program manager for the James Webb Space Telescope, joined Jamie Flinchbaugh to share insights on leading one of the most complex systems ever built. With 35 years at Northrop Grumman, a NASA Distinguished Public Service Medal, and membership in the National Academy of Engineering, and we have to include a degree from Lehigh University. Scott brought deep wisdom about managing massive programs where failure simply isn't an option. Managing the James Webb Space Telescope meant dealing with a system seven times larger than Hubble that had to operate at minus 400 degrees Fahrenheit, a million miles from Earth. Scott explained that tackling such complexity requires breaking problems down through systems engineering, but with a critical twist: don't trust yourself. Everything on Webb was done in twos. NASA and Northrop Grumman each built independent models, particularly for thermal and dynamic performance. When pointing a telescope at light from 13.5 billion years ago, stability matters, and even small temperature changes cause mechanical components to shrink and expand. The two teams challenged each other constantly, ensuring they reached the same conclusions before moving forward. When models disagreed, which happened often during iteration, teams had to get intimately familiar not just with their own work but with how the other side modeled things. Sometimes, differences came down to using different densities or levels of detail. Other times, teams discovered they were working from different versions of test data. Scott emphasized that much of technical work is about getting people to communicate, to say their assumptions out loud rather than keeping them in folders or inside their heads. Creating a learning culture among world-class engineers and PhDs required leading by example. Scott realized early that being a leader didn't mean knowing everything. He deliberately asked questions that seemed obvious, sometimes the wrong questions, to get beneath the surface. He echoed back what others said in his own words, creating what he called a safe zone in the middle of dialogue where you don't have to be right until the end. By showing vulnerability and modeling openness, he encouraged teams to converge on solutions without anyone feeling accused of being wrong. Testing followed a crawl, walk, run philosophy. Scott stressed taking the hardest punch as early and as low in the system as possible. They qualified components by subjecting them to extremes beyond predicted conditions, building margin into designs for things they couldn't model perfectly. The hardest day in any satellite's life is usually day one, which for Webb lasted six months as systems were deployed and activated for the first time. One of Scott's favorite stories captured the power of listening to everyone. When membrane tears appeared during sunshield deployment testing, engineers wrestled with an apparently intractable problem. The solution came from a technician who suggested using something like a squid jig from his fishing tackle box to align the 107 pin holes through multiple membrane layers gently. His compliant device solved one of the program's most complicated problems. Scott learned that elegant solutions sometimes come from understanding how things get built, not just how they're designed. For transparency with stakeholders, Scott developed a rhythm of meeting every three months to discuss what had happened since the last time, what they were doing now, and most importantly, what challenges lay ahead. By forecasting risks before they materialized, discussing backup plans, and building anticipation for difficult tests, he made it easier to discuss both failures and successes. What advice would he offer to anyone stepping into similar roles? Take a deep breath, realize it won't go perfectly, and talk to others who've been there. Growth doesn't occur without discomfort, and leaders get measured not by perfection but by how they respond to adversity. Learn more about Scott's work at https://www.northropgrumman.com/, https://science.nasa.gov/mission/webb/, and https://www.imdb.com/name/nm12283488/. Connect with Scott on LinkedIn.

Northeast Mississippi Community College President Dr. Ricky G. Ford and Marketing and Public Relations Specialist Liz Calvery look at a few of Dr. Ford's favorite projects from the past year — and why it's impossible for him to pick just one. Ford highlights major initiatives that show the college's commitment to innovation, student success, and community engagement. From conducting new Student and Employee Mental Health Surveys to presenting at the SACSCOC Conference on the college's orientation model and Student Success Center, Ford emphasizes how each project contributes to the larger mission of supporting students and employees alike. He also discusses exciting physical and programmatic improvements across campus — including Tiger Stadium renovations, the launch of the Aerospace Training Program in partnership with Northrop Grumman, and updates to the college's Career and Technical Education program applications. Ford celebrates upgrades like the new video board and scoring tables inside Bonner Arnold Coliseum, all funded through private contributions, and notes the addition of enhanced accessibility training across courses. Beyond campus, Ford reflects on events that bring the community together, such as “Fossil Fridays” for area elementary students, the FFA Livestock Judging Clinic, and the annual band competition that draws nearly 20,000 visitors to Booneville, the “City of Hospitality.” He also shares insights on topics like crisis management presentations, prison education initiatives tied to new Pell Grant opportunities, and the “IMPACT” series that celebrates individuals making a difference in others' lives. Rounding out the conversation, Ford touches on new technology projects improving everyday operations — like Mobile ID with online photo submission, WebEx Calling allowing staff to take their office phones on the go, SmartStart courses in Canvas, and a new recruiting photo booth funded through the Northeast Foundation. Plus, get the latest updates on athletics, academics, workforce development, and all the incredible things happening at one of the nation's premier community colleges.

Confira os destaques do Jornal da Manhã deste sábado (27): O senador Magno Malta (PL) protocolou um pedido para suspender o recesso parlamentar. O objetivo é instalar uma CPI sobre o Banco Master e apurar contratos envolvendo o escritório de Viviane Barci de Moraes, esposa do ministro Alexandre de Moraes. André Anelli traz os detalhes e a reação da oposição. Pelo segundo dia consecutivo, a cidade de São Paulo bateu recorde de calor. Para lidar com a situação, o governo do Estado começou a tomar providências diante da previsão de chuva forte já na próxima semana. Reportagem: Camila Yunes. A Controladoria Geral da União decidiu pelo afastamento de David Cosac Junior, de 49 anos, do cargo de auditor da CGU. Ele é acusado de agredir a ex-namorada e o filho dela, de apenas quatro anos. A Instituição Fiscal Independente (IFI) do Senado alerta que o governo federal acumula R$ 170 bilhões em despesas fora da contabilidade oficial desde 2023, colocando em dúvida a sustentabilidade fiscal. O líder do governo, Randolfe Rodrigues, discorda e cita gastos com defesa. Previsto para entrar em vigor em 1º de janeiro, o novo salário mínimo, no valor de R$ 1.621, começa a ser pago em fevereiro de 2026. O reajuste deve injetar R$ 81,7 bilhões na economia. Para analisar os impactos da medida, a Jovem Pan News entrevista o economista Rodrigo Simões.Reportagem: Danúbia Braga. O IPCA-15, prévia da inflação oficial, registrou alta de 0,25% em dezembro, segundo dados divulgados na última terça-feira (23) pelo IBGE. Para comentar o resultado e fazer um balanço da economia em 2025, a Jovem Pan News também ouviu o economista Rodrigo Simões.Reportagem: Rodrigo Viga. A Abin notificou o ex-diretor do órgão, Alexandre Ramagem, em processo que pede a devolução de R$10 mil para a agência por conta de ajustes trabalhistas. Ramagem tem o prazo de 10 dias para fazer a devolução e até o momento não se manifestou sobre o assunto. A Rússia realizou um ataque massivo com drones contra Kiev na madrugada deste sábado (27). Segundo o correspondente Eliseu Caetano, a ofensiva deixou 1 morto e 32 feridos, incluindo crianças. O bombardeio atingiu áreas residenciais e infraestrutura urbana. defesa aérea ucraniana interceptou parte dos equipamentos, mas alguns drones de longo alcance ultrapassaram o bloqueio. O governo Trump aprovou o maior pacote de defesa da história para Taiwan, incluindo mísseis e artilharia pesada. Em retaliação imediata, Pequim anunciou sanções contra gigantes como Boeing Defense e Northrop Grumman. O correspondente Eliseu Caetano detalha a crise diplomática. Essas e outras notícias você acompanha no Jornal da Manhã. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Airbus A320 fuselage panel problems, Thunderbird F-16C crash, ATC prime integrator, hand flying, Boeing and Spirit AeroSystems, Southwest Airlines meltdown fine, solar flares and A320 groundings, airline pay-for-delay compensation, and charging air travelers without REAL ID. Aviation News Airbus prepares A320 inspections as fuselage flaw hits deliveries Airbus engineers are inspecting 628 A320 family exterior fuselage panels for thickness defects. The skin panels have thickness deviations beyond Airbus's design tolerances. The panels were manufactured by a Spanish supplier Sofitec Aero and do not represent a flight‑safety risk at this time. Panels on the upper forward fuselage are the main concern, with deviations having also been found in some rear‑fuselage sections. The affected panels are not serialized, so Airbus must inspect the entire batch of potentially impacted airframes rather than trace specific parts. A320 Family final assembly line in Toulouse. Courtesy Airbus. Sofitec Aero is an aerostructures company that designs, manufactures, and assembles metallic and composite aircraft structures for major OEMs, including Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, Bombardier, and several Tier‑1 suppliers such as Spirit AeroSystems and Stelia. It is a privately held firm, founded in 1999. Thunderbirds F-16C Fighting Falcon Crashes in California The 57th Wing Public Affairs Office issued a statement saying, “On December 3, 2025, at approximately 10:45 a.m., a Thunderbird pilot safely ejected from a F-16C Fighting Falcon aircraft during a training mission over controlled airspace in California. The pilot is in stable condition and receiving follow-on care.” The F‑16C went down during a routine training mission in controlled airspace over the Mojave Desert. The crash site is located in a remote desert area near the town of Trona, approximately two miles south of Trona Airport and about 27 miles from Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake. Hydrazine: A Significant Hazard Each Time An F-16 Crashes (Or Fires Up The Emergency Power Unit) F‑16s use hydrazine in their emergency power units, so environmental and hazmat teams from Edwards Air Force Base were deployed to the site to evaluate and mitigate any hazardous materials concerns. The F-16's Emergency Power Unit (EPU) is a backup power system that utilizes H-70 (approximately 70% hydrazine and 30% water) to drive a small turbine, supplying emergency hydraulic and electrical power in the event of main engine or generator failure. Hydrazine is used because it is a monopropellant that can rapidly generate mechanical power without external oxygen, but it is also highly toxic, corrosive, and flammable, so its use is tightly controlled and largely limited to legacy or niche applications. US government selects contractor Peraton to lead air traffic control modernisation In Episode 865, we reported that two bids had been received to become the prime integrator for the FAA's project to overhaul the air traffic control system, called the Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS). They were Peraton and Parsons Corporation. Congress had approved $12.5 billion for the project, and the Agency has indicated that an additional $19 billion might be requested. The US Department of Transportation (DOT) selected Peraton as the prime integrator. The national security company is owned by Veritas Capital and headquartered in Reston, Virginia. Flight Global says Peraton is a “provider of technologies for large, complex organisations, offering services including cyber security, systems engineering and modernisation, cloud computing and data management.” According to Veritas, the company specializes in buying and growing companies that sell technology and services to U.S. government agencies in defense, intelligence, civil, and health markets. Examples include acquisitions or control of federal IT and mission‑support businesses such as Northrop Grumman's federal IT arm (combined into Peraton) and health IT and analytics providers serving Medicaid and Defense Health Agency programs. See also, What to know about the air traffic control overhaul and the company FAA hired to manage it. Union Urges ‘Back-to-Basics' Approach to Pilot Skills Captain Wendy Morse is a Boeing 787 captain and serves as first vice president and national safety coordinator at the Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA). In a recent interview at the Skift Aviation Forum in Fort Worth, she said the union is advocating for pilots to “go back to our roots” and maintain strong manual-flying proficiency throughout their careers. Morse said, “So the biggest thing is [getting] back to basics…We have to maintain a basic level of flying, a basic level of flying skills, and we have to continue to maintain those basics. This business about positive rate, gear up, [and] put on the autopilot is not a good idea. We have to keep flying the airplane so that we're good at it.” Boeing closes Spirit AeroSystems purchase in major supply chain realignment Boeing has completed its takeover of Spirit AeroSystems. Under the $4.7 billion deal, Boeing re-acquires most of Spirit AeroSystems. Airbus picks up parts of Spirit in its supply chain. Operations in Subang, Malaysia, went to Composites Technology Research Malaysia, and the subsidiary Fiber Materials was sold earlier this year to Tex-Tech Industries. Portions of the Belfast, Northern Ireland, operations will continue as an independent subsidiary branded as Short Brothers. Trump administration lets Southwest Airlines off the hook with a multimillion dollar waiver for 2022 holiday travel meltdown In 2023, the Biden administration fined Southwest Airlines $140 million for the 2022 holiday travel meltdown. The US Department of Transportation has now waived the final $11 million installment of that fine. The DOT says Southwest has made worthwhile investments in its operations control center and “the Department is of the view that it is more beneficial for the flying public to give Southwest credit for significantly improving its on-time performance and completion factor.” The 10-day schedule meltdown resulted in 17,000 canceled flights, roughly half of Southwest's holiday season flight schedule. Southwest paid out $600 million in refunds and reimbursements to passengers who were affected. Add in additional labor costs and lost revenue, and the airline reported a $914 million after-tax loss. Aviation News Follow-Up A320 Groundings – There Was No Solar Flare In Visual Approach, Airplane Geeks co-founder Courtney Miller argues that the data does not support the case that the October 30, 2025, uncommanded altitude decrease of a JetBlue A320 was caused by solar radiation. Looking at proton flux data, Courtney says, “We are talking about high-energy protons traveling from the sun to Earth, penetrating the Earth's protective magnetic field, and also penetrating the aircraft's hardware shielding to deliver what's called a Single-Event Upset (SEU). Another term you may have heard for it is a “bit flip”. The proton flux usually arrives associated with a solar flare, but not always. NOAA tracks and reports these events. In the days leading up to the “intense solar radiation” that Airbus referenced as the potential issue in the JetBlue upset, there was no intense solar radiation. The Visual Approach Advisory brings novel, data-driven, and contrarian answers to aviation clients around the world. Our bespoke consulting team is built with a focus on deep industry expertise, contrarian thought leadership, trusted independence, and opinionated results. We compete with the largest consulting firms by focusing on quality results and contrarian ideas. Pay-On-Delay Would Send Airfares Soaring, Says Transport Minister The Australian Federal Transport Minister, Catherine King, told ABC Radio in Sydney that an EU-style “pay-on-delay” compensation scheme would drive up airfares in Australia. The federal government has proposed airline customer protections, and the Minister's comments come after a consultation period ended. EU 261 requires that airlines pay passengers compensation for delays and cancellations within their control. King feels the Australian market is too small to sustain such a measure. “It is costly to administer compensation schemes. Those costs are generally passed on to passengers,” she said. Fliers without a compliant ID will have to pay TSA $45 next year The TSA says that starting in February 1, 2026, air travelers in the U.S. without a REAL ID will be charged a $45 fee. The initially planned $18 fee was raised after officials realized this identification program would cost more than anticipated. The fee applies to travelers 18 and older who are flying domestically without a REAL ID or other accepted form of ID. The non-refundable fee will be required to verify identity through the TSA Confirm.ID system. Confirm.ID replaces TSA's older manual “forgot my ID” procedures. It's a more automated, technology‑assisted process that uses a traveler's biographic and possibly biometric information to verify identity and screen against watchlists. Confirm.ID is meant as a last‑resort option for people who arrive at the checkpoint without a compliant ID, not as a routine substitute for REAL ID or a passport. The fee can be paid online before arriving at the airport. Travelers can also pay online at the airport before entering the security line, but officials said the process may take up to 30 minutes. Mentioned From the FAA: PackSafe – Portable Electronic Devices Containing Batteries Lithium Batteries in Baggage Hosts this Episode Max Flight, Rob Mark, and our Main(e) Man Micah.

Northeast Mississippi Community College President Dr. Ricky G. Ford and Marketing and Public Relations Specialist Liz Calvery look at things that the college does well. Ford doesn't just brag on one thing that the college does exceptionally well—he highlights several areas where Northeast continues to top the charts. He discusses how moving the college forward includes building meaningful partnerships with outside agencies, workforce training programs, and organizations like Accelerate Mississippi and Northrop Grumman. Ford also shares how collaborations with local healthcare providers and government agencies are paving the way for future training initiatives that will expand opportunities for both students and the community. Plus, get the latest updates on athletics, academics, workforce development, and all the incredible things happening at one of the nation's premier community colleges.

Katalyst Space has selected Northrop Grumman's Pegasus XL air-launched rocket to deliver its robotic spacecraft to orbit for the upcoming NASA Swift Rescue Mission. Thales Alenia Space has signed multiple contracts shaping the core industrial team that will build the European Space Agency (ESA) Argonaut Lunar Descent Element. Axiom Space and KBR have completed the first uncrewed thermal vacuum test of the Axiom Extravehicular Mobility Unit (AxEMU) Pressure Garment, and more. Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Be sure to follow T-Minus on LinkedIn and Instagram. T-Minus Guest Our guest today is Derek Harris, Head of Business Development at Skyrora. You can connect with Derek on LinkedIn, and learn more about Skyrora on their website. Selected Reading Katalyst Selects Northrop Grumman Pegasus Rocket for Robotic Rescue Mission Thales Alenia Space signs multiple contracts to shape the consortium carrying out the Lunar Descent Element for ESA's Argonaut Axiom Space, KBR Successfully Complete First Uncrewed Thermal Vacuum Test of Next-Generation Spacesuit Vaya Space and Seagate Space Announce Plans for a Gulf-Based Offshore Launch Capability for Hybrid Rockets https://space.n2k.com/podcasts/t-minus/649 Interlune Receives U.S. Air Force SBIR Direct-to-Phase II Contract to Increase Domestic Supply of Helium-3 for Quantum R&D Programs RTX's Collins Aerospace and the Royal Netherlands Air and Space Force establish new military avionics service center X-Bow Readies Nation's Newest Solid Rocket Motor Facility for Production BAE Systems advances RH12™ Storefront with new radiation-hardened circuit technology for space community ESA - Smile approved for launch in spring 2026 Share your feedback. What do you think about T-Minus Space Daily? Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts with us by completing our brief listener survey. Thank you for helping us continue to improve our show.  Want to hear your company in the show? You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here's our media kit. Contact us at space@n2k.com to request more info. Want to join us for an interview? Please send your pitch to space-editor@n2k.com and include your name, affiliation, and topic proposal. T-Minus is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The world is a remake. Yesterday's show featured the MAGA remake of The Handmaid's Tale. Today it's Dr Strangelove 2.0 and the remaking of the trillion-dollar military-industrial complex in Silicon Valley. As William Hartung, co-author of The Trillion Dollar War Machine, notes, Dwight Eisenhower's old military-industrial complex has migrated west to Silicon Valley. It even has a Strangelovian anti-hero: mad Peter Thiel, co-founder of Palantir and the Curtis Le May character behind other Silicon Valley military start-ups. No wonder current American foreign policy—with its Monroe Doctrine meddling in Latin America—also appear to be a giant remake.1. Silicon Valley Has Become the New Military-Industrial Complex Dwight Eisenhower's old guard defense contractors—Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, Northrop Grumman—are being displaced by tech companies like Palantir, Anduril, and SpaceX. The “military-industrial-digital complex” represents a fundamental shift in how America builds and profits from its defense apparatus.2. The Defense Budget Is Out of Control—and Growing America spends roughly $1.5 trillion annually on military defense when you include the Pentagon budget, nuclear weapons, veterans' care, and interest on past war debt. This dwarfs spending on social programs like nutrition assistance and represents a stark trade-off: F-35s or feeding children.3. Peter Thiel Is the Curtis LeMay of Silicon Valley Palantir co-founder Peter Thiel embodies the dangerous fusion of tech innovation and military hawkishness. His companies profit from government surveillance and defense contracts while he promotes an ideology that treats Silicon Valley entrepreneurs as a superior form of human being who should colonize space and reshape foreign policy.4. The “Rebels” Narrative Is Corporate Propaganda Silicon Valley defense contractors style themselves as disruptive rebels challenging Pentagon bureaucracy, but they're simply a new generation of war profiteers. They're not democratizing foreign policy—they're making weapons more efficiently and lobbying for more aggressive military postures to justify their business models.5. America's Foreign Policy Has Become a Dangerous Remake From Monroe Doctrine-style meddling in Latin America to increasingly bellicose rhetoric about China, American foreign policy is recycling Cold War playbooks with 21st-century technology. The merger of Silicon Valley's move-fast-and-break-things ethos with Pentagon power creates genuinely Strangelovian risks.Keen On America is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit keenon.substack.com/subscribe

Adam interviews Dr. Kyle Balzer and Bob Peters on their recent article in Breaking Defense. They discuss the future of the Sentinel ICBM program, particularly the potential for mobile basing options. They explore the cost implications, strategic effectiveness, and the need for political engagement to advocate for a more robust nuclear deterrent. The conversation emphasizes the importance of adapting to a changing threat environment, particularly with the rise of peer competitors like China, and the necessity of public discourse on nuclear strategy.Kyle Balzer is a Jeane Kirkpatrick Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, where he specializes in US nuclear strategy and policy. He is currently working on a book project, The Revivalist: James R. Schlesinger and the Rebirth of Cold War U.S. Nuclear Strategy. It examines the origins of diagnostic net assessment and competitive nuclear strategies. His work has been published in Breaking Defense, National Review Online, The Hill, The National Interest, and War on the Rocks. Robert J. Peters is Chief of the Strategic Integration Directorate within the Strategic Trends and Effects Department (STED) at the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA). He leads efforts to generate actionable insights on counter-WMD and emerging threats, assess agency effectiveness, and foster strategic dialogues with allies through research and exercises.Previously, Peters was a Senior Research Fellow at the National Defense University's Center for the Study of Weapons of Mass Destruction. He also served as Special Assistant to the DASD for Countering WMD at the Office of the Secretary of Defense-Policy, and held roles at Northrop Grumman and the Potomac Institute.He holds an MA in National Security Studies from Georgetown University and a BA in Political Science and History from Miami University. His published work includes articles in Strategic Studies Quarterly, 38 North, and the Nonproliferation Review.Article Link: Forge ahead with the Sentinel ICBM, but consider making it mobile - Breaking DefenseSocials:Follow on Twitter at @NucleCastFollow on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/nuclecastpodcastSubscribe RSS Feed: https://rss.com/podcasts/nuclecast-podcast/Rate: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nuclecast/id1644921278Email comments and topic/guest suggestions to NucleCast@anwadeter.org

On this week's Defense & Aerospace Report Business Roundtable, sponsored by Bell, Dr. “Rocket” Ron Epstein of Bank of America Securities and Richard Aboulafia of the AeroDynamic advisory consultancy join host Vago Muradian to discuss another strong week on Wall Street on expectations that low inflation figures will prompt Federal Reserve to cut interest rates again; President Trump and Xi Jinping prepare to meet at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation conference in South Korea to defuse trade tensions as Trump breaks off talks with Canada and Singapore's prime minister warns of a messy post-American world; implications of Beijing decision to stop chip exports back to Europe after the Dutch government decided to take control of Nexperia, a Dutch chip maker with a Chinese parent company; Airbus, Leonardo and Thales agree to merge their satellite businesses to create a more capable European competitor to SpaceX; Ukraine's decision to buy up to 150 Gripen fighter aircraft from Sweden's Saab; Washington sanctions Russian oil but denied Tomahawk cruise missiles, prompting Kyiv to use British Storm Shadow weapons to strike a Russian chemical plant as the first Extended-Range Attack Munitions developed for Ukrainians forces by the US Air Force are slated to arrive next month; JPMorgan Chase's decision to invest $1.5 trillion in US national security over the coming decade, from startups to heritage firms, factories and infrastructure, and workforce; and General Dynamics, GE Aerospace, Hexcel, Lockheed Martin, MTU, Northrop Grumman, RTX, Saab, Safran, Textron, Teledyne, and Thales earnings.

Keith Stansell is a former U.S. Marine and Northrop Grumman employee who was captured by the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) on February 13, 2003, after his surveillance plane crashed in the Colombian jungle during an anti-narcotics mission. Held hostage for 1,967 days alongside contractors Marc Gonsalves and Thomas Howes, Stansell endured harsh conditions in the jungle until their dramatic rescue by the Colombian military on July 2, 2008, during Operation Jaque.  A recipient of the Secretary of Defense Medal for the Defense of Freedom in 2009, he co-authored the bestselling memoir Out of Captivity: Surviving 1967 Days in the Colombian Jungle (2009) with Gonsalves and Howes, detailing their ordeal and resilience.  Father to twin sons born during his captivity, he advocates for awareness of hostage situations and supports military and veteran communities, emphasizing survival, family, and the human spirit in overcoming adversity. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: https://americanfinancing.net/srsNMLS 182334, nmlsconsumeraccess.org. APR for rates in the 5s start at 6.327% for well qualified borrowers. Call 866-781-8900, for details about credit costs and terms.https://betterhelp.com/srsThis episode is sponsored. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/srs and get on your way to being your best self.https://bruntworkwear.com – USE CODE SRShttps://bunkr.life – USE CODE SRSGo to https://bunkr.life/SRS and use code “SRS” to get your 25% off your family planhttps://calderalab.com/srs – USE CODE SRS Use code SRS for 20% off your first order.https://shawnlikesgold.comhttps://helixsleep.com/srshttps://patriotmobile.com/srshttps://ROKA.com – USE CODE SRShttps://shopify.com/srshttps://simplisafe.com/srs Keith Stansell Links: Book (Out of Captivity) - https://www.amazon.com/OUT-CAPTIVITY-Surviving-Colombian-Jungle/dp/0061769525 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices