Best Kelly Thomas Designed By Kelly Podcasts (2025)

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Maj. Gen. Timothy A. Sejba & CMSgt Karmann-Monique Pogue | Schriever Spacepower Series 1:00:00

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The most important element of any military organization is its people. Within the Space Force, the responsible to train and prepare Guardians rests on Space Training and Readiness Command. To learn more about the STARCOM efforts to prepare Guardians for the warfighting domain of space, the Mitchell Institute is excited to host an in-depth discussio…

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Brig. Gen. (S) Robert W. Davis | Schriever Spacepower Series 58:38

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As the United States faces increasingly sophisticated threats, the importance of resilient, persistent space sensing has never been greater. Remote sensing, including detecting and tracking missile launches and monitoring weather and the EM spectrum comprises a $23 billion portfolio. Leading this critical mission is Brigadier General (S) Robert Dav…

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Mr. Rob McHenry | Aerospace Nation 1:00:23

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America’s warfighting advantage depends on an innovation edge. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is a key leader in that realm. Created in response to the launch of Sputnik in 1957, DARPA works to ensure America never again faces a strategic technical surprise. Their programs focus on the fundamental research required to establish p…

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Representative Don Bacon | Aerospace Nation 58:22

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Join us for a conversation with Rep. Don Bacon (R-NE). As a Member of the House Armed Services Committee, Rep. Bacon chairs the subcommittee on Cyber, Information Technologies, and Innovation, while also serving on the Tactical Air and Land Forces and the Strategic Forces subcommittees. Rep. Bacon is a retired Air Force brigadier general who served…

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Dr. Kelly Hammett | Schriever Spacepower Series 58:48

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We are pleased to welcome Dr. Kelly D. Hammett to the Schriever Spacepower Series. The ability to rapidly develop and field new capabilities is essential to maintaining our nation’s strategic advantage. As head of one of the Space Force’s three acquisition organizations, Dr. Hammett leads the critical mission of delivering groundbreaking operationa…

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Lt. Gen. Shawn N. Bratton | Schriever Spacepower Series 58:41

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Join Mitchell Institute’s Schriever Spacepower Series with Lt. Gen. Shawn N. Bratton for a conversation about the newly released Space Warfighting Framework. We will explore specific areas from the framework and how they will shape future Space Force priorities and enhance the understanding of what it takes to secure the space domain.…

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Logistics While Under Attack: Key to a CCA Force Design 1:00:25

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Join us as we rollout our newest research study, authored by the Mitchell Institute’s Col. Mark A. Gunzinger, USAF (Ret.), Director of Future Concepts and Capability Assessments. The event will feature guest speaker Maj. Gen. Joseph D. Kunkel, Director of Force Design, Integration, and Wargaming, Deputy Chief of Staff for Air Force Futures. The U.S…

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LTG Thomas L. James | Schriever Spacepower Series 58:07

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United States Space Command stands on the front line of operations in, from, and to space. By providing joint and combined effects to deter, and if necessary, defeat aggression around the world and in space, USSPACECOM has rapidly grown to be one of the most critical organizations in our nation’s defense. The Mitchell Institute is pleased to welcom…

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Brig. Gen. Kristin L. Panzenhagen | Schriever Spacepower Series 57:02

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Launch and the assured access to space are foundational to space superiority and leveraging the unique benefits of the space domain. Brig. Gen. Kristin Panzenhagen leads the Space Force team that is charged with providing assured access to space. This is an incredibly dynamic mission area—with new entrants, evolving requirements, and threat realiti…

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Mr. Cordell A. DeLaPena | Schriever Spacepower Series 58:00

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Central to the fight for space superiority is the need to preserve access to critical space services such as communications and positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT). These foundational capabilities enable all military operations and are essential to our nation’s nuclear deterrence. The Mitchell Institute is thrilled to welcome to the Schriever…

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Setting the Nuclear Deterrence Record Straight: Commanders’ Perspectives 1:01:43

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Former U.S. Strategic Command commanders, Gen Kevin P. Chilton, USAF (Ret.), Gen. Robert Kehler USAF (Ret.) and Adm. Charles A. Richard USN (Ret.) set the record straight on nuclear deterrence. Given Russia’s nuclear saber rattling, China’s nuclear break-out, and America’s nuclear triad reset, this conversation is more important than ever. Today, a…

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Gen B. Chance Saltzman | Schriever Spacepower Series 59:58

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The Mitchell Institute is excited to welcome Chief of Space Operations General Chance Saltzman to the next Schriever Spacepower Series. Please join us for this insightful look at the latest Space Force priorities and initiatives. Our discussion will center on the criticality of space superiority and review the progress the Space Force is making to …

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Delivering Tomorrow’s Force: From Concept to Operational Capability | Airpower Futures Day 57:19

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Panelists: • Lt Gen Dale White, Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force • Maj Gen Joseph D. Kunkel, Air Force Futures • Brig Gen Ryan Keeney, Air Force Futures • Chris Flynn, Pratt & Whitney • Renee Pasman, Lockheed MartinBy aerospacenation

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CCA: Realizing Tomorrow's Airpower Today | 1st Annual Airpower Futures Forum 55:04

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Panelists: • Col Timothy M. Helfrich, Senior Materiel Leader, Advanced Aircraft Division, Air Force Materiel Command • Mike Shortsleeve, Vice President, Strategy Business Development, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems • Diem Salmon, Vice President for Air Dominance & Strike, Anduril Industries • Mike Benitez, Senior Director of Strategic Product…

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Keynote: Lt. Gen. David A. Harris | 1st Annual Airpower Futures Forum 36:44

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Lieutenant General David A. Harris, Deputy Chief of Staff for Air Force Futures, was the lunch keynote speaker at the Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies' inaugural Airpower Futures Forum. Lt. Gen. Harris and the Air Force Futures team are working to ensure that the US has the right mix of new technologies, capabilities, and personnel to addre…

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Non-Kinetic Effects for Highly Contested Environments | 1st Annual Airpower Futures Forum 56:31

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Speakers: Col Larry Fenner, 350th Spectrum Warfare Wing Nick Bucci, General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems Paul DeLia, L3Harris Chris Moeller, BAE SystemsBy aerospacenation

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Power Projections Imperative | 1st Annual Airpower Futures Forum 1:02:02

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Speakers: Lt Gen Michael Koscheski, Air Combat Command Maj Gen Jason Armagost, 8th Air Force Doug Young, Northrop Grumman Aeronautic Systems Billy Ray Thompson, RTXBy aerospacenation

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Keynote: Gen. David W. Allvin | 1st Annual Airpower Futures Forum 32:56

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General David W. Allvin, Chief of Staff of the Air Force, was the opening keynote speaker at the Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies' inaugural Airpower Futures Forum. Gen. Allvin brings a depth of both experience and thoughtful leadership to his position as the 23rd Chief of Staff of the Air Force.…

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Air Force and Space Force Vectors for the Incoming Trump Defense Team 1:03:56

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The Department of the Air Force faces a crisis. Decades’ worth of insufficient budgets has slowed essential modernization, necessary capacity and key personnel investments. Air Force and Space Force leaders have warned of these risks for years. However, resource decisions were largely out of their control. As a result, the U.S. Air Force now operat…

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Ensuring a Spacepower Advantage in a Prolonged Competition 54:16

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The Mitchell Institute’s Spacepower Advantage Center of Excellence (MI-SPACE) convened its inaugural space workshop in October 2024. The workshop assembled 55 subject matter experts from across the national security space landscape to examine the Chief of Space Operations’ theory of Competitive Endurance against a set of potential challenges over t…

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Want Combat Airpower? Then Fix the Air Force Pilot Crisis | Policy Paper 1:01:11

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Bottom line, the U.S. Air Force does not have enough pilots to sustain a credible combat force in peacetime, much less during a prolonged high-intensity conflict. History demonstrates that without depth of experienced aircrew, air forces collapse in major conflicts because they cannot continue operations as losses mount. While this crisis extends a…

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A Call for a New NSC-68 and Goldwater Nichols Reform | Policy Paper 59:43

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Hostile actions by Russia, Iran, and China clearly show that the United States is struggling when it comes to shaping the national security environment and deterring adversaries. The U.S. military no longer has the capability and capacity to defend the rules-based international order that has long been the cornerstone of its foreign policy. Absent …

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Frank Kendall | Aerospace Nation 58:19

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Whether discussing Operational Imperatives, advancing new technologies like Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA), launching Re-Optimization for Great Power Competition, or overseeing dramatic advancement in Space Force capabilities, Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall’s tenure will continue to shape the Air Force and Space Force for decades int…

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Gen Kevin B. Schneider | Aerospace Nation 59:20

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There’s no question about it: the Indo-Pacific is one of the most impactful theaters around the globe today. Threats posed by adversaries like China and North Korea, challenges and opportunities involved with allies and partners, plus unique factors involved with projecting airpower across a region so large combine to make this area of responsibili…

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Gen. Thomas A. Bussiere | Aerospace Nation 58:12

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Global Strike Command uniquely embodies the notion of combat power anytime, anywhere. In command of two legs of the nuclear triad, as well as conventional long-range strike capabilities, Global Strike Command provides decisive combat effects that are foundational to the U.S. for deterrence strategy.By aerospacenation

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Ms. Katharine Kelley | Schriever Spacepower Series 1:00:09

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After 5 years as a service, the U.S. Space Force continues to evolve not only its operations, but also its personnel management strategies. First-of-a-kind legislation has all eyes on the Space Force as it merges part-time and Active-duty military members. As the smallest and newest service, the Space Force is on the cutting edge of multiple person…

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Dr. Derek Tournear (November 2024) | Schriever Spacepower Series 58:02

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The Space Development Agency (SDA) is at the forefront of revolutionizing how the Department of Defense acquires, develops, and deploys next-generation space capabilities. SDA is a key element of a space architecture that is more agile and resilient than any before. Dr. Derek Tournear, the Director of the Space Development Agency, provides updates …

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Lt. Gen. Douglas A. Schiess | Schriever Spacepower Series: Lt. Gen. Douglas A. Schiess 1:00:15

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As our youngest military branch, the U.S. Space Force is still rapidly evolving to meet the challenges of an increasingly contested space domain. At the heart of this evolution is the newly established U.S. Space Forces – Space (S4S), which serves as the Space Force service component to U.S. Space Command, the newest combatant command. Listen to ou…

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Brig. Gen. Anthony J. Mastalir | Schriever Spacepower Series 59:17

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The Indo-Pacific region encompasses over half the world’s population, accounting for 60% of global GDP. China, Japan, South Korea, Australia, India, and Taiwan are all key players in the region—and the world. But destabilizing behavior by China and North Korea threaten a free and open Indo-Pacific. U.S. Space Forces Indo-Pacific was established two…

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Dr. Troy Meink | Schriever Spacepower Series 58:24

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Since 1960, the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) has developed, acquired, launched, and operated our nation’s eyes and ears in space. Maintaining a spacepower advantage requires the NRO and Space Force to work closely together. This not only helps address the increasing threats posed to defense and intelligence satellites but is also essential …

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Maj Gen Devin R. Pepper | Schriever Spacepower Series 53:00

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Strong alliances and robust space capabilities underpin global stability. The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and its growing emphasis on the importance of the space domain exemplify both facts. For the past 75 years, NATO has been the pinnacle alliance for the United States and the front line of deterrence against Russia. Now, as we see …

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USSPACECOM - 5th Anniversary Event - Schriever Spacepower Series 59:57

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Celebrating from Peterson Space Force Base, we dive into an in-depth discussion with a panel of senior USSPACECOM leaders, including Gen Whiting, Commander; RADM Pennington, Chief of Staff; and Air Commodore Whiteley, the Deputy J5 to learn more about the progress the Command has made, current priorities, and future objectives. …

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Dr. Tim Grayson, Special Assistant to the Secretary of the Air Force | Aerospace Nation 1:00:55

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Operational Imperatives, re-optimizing for great power competition, and a security environment experiencing massive change—these are just a portion of the challenges Dr. Grayson has focused on over the past few years. Given his time at DARPA, the Intelligence Community, and the technology world, Dr. Grayson brings an incredibly unique perspective. …

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Gen James B. Hecker | Aerospace Nation 58:58

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The airmen at U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa are charged with addressing some of the most complex security challenges on the globe. Russia’s aggression in Ukraine has dramatically altered the security calculus in the region and beyond. At the same time, in Africa, the U.S. is facing a complex mix of challenges: everything from viol…

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Gen James C. Slife, Vice Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force | Aerospace Nation 59:28

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The Air Force is at the epicenter of generational transformation. The security environment is posing severe risks the likes of which have not been seen in decades; the force is in the middle of a massive modernization cycle—including two legs of the nuclear triad and NC3; the information age is radically redefining elements of how missions are exec…

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Small Satellites: Answering the Call for Space Superiority | Policy Paper Release 52:59

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Key Takeaways: - SmallSats will be an essential element to deliver space superiority within the construct of Competitive Endurance - Improvements in space domain awareness and responsible counterspace operations are possible with SmallSats - The low cost, rapid development timelines, and versatility of SmallSats can keep the Space Force ahead of co…

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Aerospace Nation: Lt Gen Andrew J. Gebara 57:07

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With China engaged in a nuclear break-out, Russia upgrading its nuclear capabilities, plus Iran and North Korea aggressively pursuing their nuclear ambitions—a credible, capable, and safe U.S. nuclear deterrent is more important than ever. The imperatives are clear: to deter adversaries, reassure allies, and provide national leaders with key option…

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Policy Paper Release: Fighting the Air Base: Ensuring Decisive Combat Sortie Generation Under Enemy Fire 1:01:32

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Brig Gen Michael “Jekyll” Winkler, USAF (Ret.), the Deputy Director for Air and Cyberspace Operations of the Pacific Air Forces, and Mitchell's J. Michael Dahm explore how the Department of Defense and Congress can and must prepare the Air Force to fight from their forward air bases to generate combat effects while under attack. Link to the report…

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Aerospace Nation: Gen Kenneth S. Wilsbach 58:52

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The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies invites you to enjoy our Aerospace Nation with Gen Kenneth S. Wilsbach, Commander, Air Combat Command. Whether discussing missions like air superiority, air battle management, electromagnetic spectrum operations, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, or combat search and rescue—the airmen of ACC…

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Schriever Spacepower Series: Lt Gen David N. Miller, Jr., Commander, Space Operations Command 59:00

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The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies invites you to enjoy our Schriever Spacepower Series with Lt Gen David N. Miller, Jr., Commander, Space Operations Command, United States Space Force. As part of Great Power Competition, the United States today confronts numerous threats to our space capabilities and infrastructure. China has demonstrate…

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Aerospace Nation: Want Better Results in Ukraine? Senior Leader Views 1:02:34

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It’s no secret: whether considering the relative scale of Russia’s military power or confining rules of engagement, Ukraine’s fight to reclaim territory is challenging. Lt Gen David A. Deptula, USAF (Ret.), Dean of the Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies, and co-author Dr. Christopher Bowie released a new solution-oriented report on the confli…

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Schriever Spacepower Series: Gen Stephen Whiting 57:58

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The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies invites you to enjoy our Schriever Spacepower Series with Gen Stephen N. Whiting, Commander, United States Space Command, United States Space Force. Space capabilities, services, and effects are now an indispensable part of daily life and foundational to the structure and operation of the U.S. military. …

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Paper Release: Digital Engineering: Accelerating the Defense Acquisition and Development Cycle in an Era of Strategic Competition 56:28

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The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies invites you to enjoy the rollout for our latest report: Digital Engineering: Accelerating the Defense Acquisition and Development Cycle in an Era of Strategic Competition, authored by Heather Penney, Senior Resident Fellow, with Brian Morra, Non-Resident Visiting Fellow. In this event, Ms. Penney discuss…

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Schriever Spacepower Series: Lt Gen Philip Garrant 58:17

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The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies invites you to listen to Schriever Spacepower Series with Lt Gen Philip Garrant, Commander, Space Systems Command, United States Space Force. He discussed SSC’s reinvigorated culture and focus on delivering war-winning space capabilities. We also explored the implementation of the new DOD and USSF Commer…

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Schriever Spacepower Series: Maj Gen Gregory J. Gagnon, Deputy Chief of Space Operations for Intelligence 1:00:43

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The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies invites you to enjoy Schriever Spacepower Series with Maj Gen Gregory J. Gagnon, Deputy Chief of Space Operations for Intelligence, United States Space Force. He discussed the growing threats to our space capabilities and expanding the use of space by potential adversaries posing increased hazards to joi…

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Aerospace Nation: Air Marshal Johnny Stringer, Deputy Commander of NATO’s Allied Air Command 1:00:26

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The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies invites you to enjoy Aerospace Nation with the Royal Air Force’s Air Marshal Johnny Stringer, Deputy Commander, NATO Allied Air Command. As NATO celebrates its 75th anniversary, the organization’s mission is more important than ever. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, paired with a broader slate of global thr…

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Aerospace Nation: Lt Gen David A. Harris 1:00:54

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The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies invites you to enjoy Aerospace Nation with Lt Gen David A. Harris, Deputy Chief of Staff, Air Force Futures, Headquarters, United States Air Force. Lt Gen Harris shared his thoughts on developing Air Force strategy and concepts, delivering an integrated force design, conducting strategic assessments of t…

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Closing Keynote: MG Brian W. Gibson, Director, Strategy, Plans, and Policy U.S. Space Command 48:32

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The Mitchell Institute hosted its Third Annual Spacepower Security Forum on March 27, 2024—Washington DC’s premiere gathering of spacepower leaders. The insightful discussions shed light on the key trends in national security space and what they portend for the defense community as a whole. The closing keynote speaker was MG Brian W. Gibson, Direct…

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Panel 3: Responsible Counterspace Campaigning 44:14

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The Mitchell Institute hosted its Third Annual Spacepower Security Forum on March 27, 2024—Washington DC’s premiere gathering of spacepower leaders. The insightful discussions shed light on the key trends in national security space and what they portend for the defense community as a whole. The third panel comprised Brig Gen Devin R. Pepper, Deputy…

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Panel 2: Avoid Operational Surprise 48:37

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The Mitchell Institute hosted its Third Annual Spacepower Security Forum on March 27, 2024—Washington DC’s premiere gathering of spacepower leaders. The insightful discussions shed light on the key trends in national security space and what they portend for the defense community as a whole. The second panel comprised Lt Gen Douglas A. Schiess, Comm…