Jeff “Rowli” Rowlison

In this insightful discussion, guests include Anthony Lazarski, a budget expert from Cornerstone Government Affairs, and Todd Harmer, a senior vice president at American Defense International. They delve into the intricacies of the defense budget and its implications for air and space power. Topics include airpower gaps highlighted by Admiral Paparo, Lockheed's strategy for the F-35, and the operational importance of new military capabilities. The conversation also covers the foundational documents of the Space Force and the evolving landscape of military meteorology.

Lt Gen David A. Deptula, a retired USAF Lieutenant General and Dean of The Mitchell Institute, joins a team of experts to dissect crucial defense topics. They discuss the significant need for modernization in the Air Force and Navy due to threats from China. A spotlight shines on the Space Force's requirements for added resources and innovations like resilient GPS. The conversation also covers military budgeting challenges and the implications of recent ICBM tests, emphasizing the urgency of advancing aerospace capabilities.

Anthony "Lazer" Lazarski, Capitol Hill appropriations and acquisition expert. Jennifer "Boots" Reeves, Space Force operations and launch specialist. Jeff Rowlison, space architectures and SDA advisor. J. Michael Dahm, China military modernization analyst. Lt. Gen. David A. Deptula (Ret.), airpower and force design strategist. They dig into defense funding chaos, the new National Defense Strategy shifts, acquisition reform, industrial base urgency, and space logistics and congestion.