Every week, former fighter pilots and current entrepreneurs Neal Rickner & Mike Smith provide unfiltered insights into the biggest stories in startups, energy, and national security.
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Every week, former fighter pilots and current entrepreneurs Neal Rickner & Mike Smith provide unfiltered insights into the biggest stories in startups, energy, and national security.
In this episode, Mike Smith and Neal Rickner discuss the intersection of energy security and the startup economy, touching on various themes such as public speaking, fundraising challenges, political violence, and the importance of free speech. They explore the implications of recent political events, the need for moral courage in leadership, and the urgency of improving energy infrastructure to meet growing demands, particularly in the context of AI. The conversation also delves into the role of government in fostering innovation and the challenges faced in renewable energy development, all while reflecting on the economic realities of current policies. The dialogue emphasizes the need for a unifying vision in politics and the dangers of divisive rhetoric.
Hardpoints
Every week, former fighter pilots and current entrepreneurs Neal Rickner & Mike Smith provide unfiltered insights into the biggest stories in startups, energy, and national security.
