Lauren Grush

Join space reporter Lauren Grush, known for her book on America’s first women astronauts, and author David Barron, who explores our fascination with Mars, as they delve into our cosmic neighbor's allure. They discuss the passionate political and public support for Mars missions, weighing humanity's aspirations against earthly challenges. The episode also uncovers the historical obsession with the red planet, from 19th-century maps to contemporary myths, and reflects on how visions of Martian civilizations shape our imagination and cultural narrative.

Joseph Alagna, founding partner at Buttonwood Funds and SpaceX investor, gives pre-IPO perspective. Denise Chisholm, Fidelity quantitative strategist, brings data-driven analysis of the tech selloff and valuations. Lauren Grush, NASA and spaceflight reporter, files live from Kennedy Space Center on Artemis II and lunar plans. They discuss the tech correction, software valuations, SpaceX IPO prospects, TerraFab and Artemis II.

Joining the discussion are Lauren Grush, a space reporter focused on commercial flight, Chad Anderson, CEO of Space Capital with expertise in space investments, and Patrick McGoldrick from J.P. Morgan, who navigates private market valuations. They dive into the thrilling implications of Micron's strong earnings on AI demand. Grush and Anderson also share insights on Blue Origin's future missions and ambitions, while McGoldrick highlights the growing overlap between public and private tech markets, hinting at where future growth in sectors like cybersecurity and space may emerge.