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The Mitchell Institute’s Aerospace Nation Podcast
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The Mitchell Institute hosts some of the most senior leaders and thought influencers of the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Space Force, and Department of Defense for an intimate hour-long discussion on the pressing issues of the hour as well as long-term strategic visions. The live sessions are attended by a broad swath of individuals from the Department of Defense, Capitol Hill, defense industry, and academia who influence defense policy and budget, and they receive wide press coverage.
Épisodes
Lt. Gen. Linda S. Hurry
21 oct. 2026 · 58 min
Today the demand signals placed on the Air Force are surging across every combat command. From ongoing combat operations in CENTCOM, to meeting the demand for airpower in other theaters, Airmen have never been busier. At the same time, the service is undergoing a generational modernization effort.…
Brig. Gen. Todd Benson
19 oct. 2026 · 53 min
Space is no longer operating quietly in the background—it is shaping military operations every day. In this edition of the Schriever Spacepower Series, Brig. Gen. Todd Benson discusses how the Space Force is delivering combat power across the U.S. Central Command theater. From missile defense and…
Brig. Gen. Mark Massaro
7 oct. 2026 · 1 h 01
The Air Force is modernizing just about all of its major mission areas: next-generation aircraft, two legs of the triad and NC3, weapons, command and control, and more. This means the folks at Edwards Air Force Base and the rest of the test enterprise are charging hard. Join us for a conversation…
War at the Speed of Information: Data Transport, Decision Advantage, & the Future of Military Space Communications
1 oct. 2026 · 1 h 00
The nation that can move information faster, more securely, and more reliably will hold a critical advantage in future conflict. Join the Mitchell Institute's Explorer Chair Gen. Kevin P. Chilton, USAF (Ret.), General Atomics’ Brent Marquand, and Mitchell Institute's Senior Resident Fellow…
Brig. Gen. Timothy M. Helfrich | Aerospace Nation
28 sept. 2026 · 59 min
Join the Mitchell Institute as we host Brig. Gen. Timothy Helfrich, Portfolio Acquisition Executive for Fighters and Advanced Aircraft at the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Air Force Materiel Command. We will be discussing service plans for the development, production, fielding,…
Defeating the Drones: The Airman’s Imperative to Defend Against Small UAV
30 juil. 2026 · 60 min
United States Air Force forward operating installations face a grave threat given air and missile threats, especially when it comes to small Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (sUAV). Recent combat events in places like Ukraine and the Middle East highlight the significance of this threat. It's time to…
Gen. Kevin B. Schneider | Aerospace Nation
27 juil. 2026 · 55 min
Few regions are as strategically significant as the Pacific. The persistent challenges posed by adversaries like China and North Korea, the critical importance of alliances and partnerships, and the sheer scale of projecting airpower across this expansive theater make it one of the most complex…
Lt. Gen. Gregory J. Gagnon | Schriever Spacepower Series
17 juil. 2026 · 1 h 01
Combat Forces Command is responsible for generating, presenting, and sustaining combat-ready space control, global operations, and combat service support forces capable of defending the nation’s interests in, from, and to space. Lt. Gen. Gagnon’s insights and deep connections with the intelligence…
Autonomy and AI Assessment with Honorable Frank Kendall
16 juil. 2026 · 59 min
Autonomy and AI dominate the defense debate. Whether talking about next generation collaborative combat aircraft, command and control decision making aids, or cyberspace tools–there’s no question that these technologies are reshaping national security. Frank Kendall will join us to discuss this…
Lt. Gen. Steven Whitney | Aerospace Nation
15 juil. 2026 · 56 min
Lt. Gen. Steve Whitney serves as the Director, Force Structure, Resources and Assessment, J-8. In this position, he oversees the development of capabilities, conducts studies and assessments, and evaluates plans and programs for the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. He also serves as…
Brig. Gen. Nikki R. Frankino & Ms. Melissa D. Blakesly | Schriever Spacepower Series
1 juil. 2026 · 60 min
Through authorization and appropriation, Congress holds the definitive power to shape military growth and readiness. As the nation’s youngest and smallest service, it is vital for the Space Force to have effective advocacy on the Hill. Leading this effort are Brigadier General Nikki Frankino,…
Space Superiority Through the Spectrum of Conflict: Findings and Recommendations from the Conflict in Space Workshop
23 juin 2026 · 1 h 02
Space has become an indispensable element of modern military, economic, and societal functions, yet the character of conflict in the space domain is only just emerging and is not well understood. The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies Spacepower Advantage Center of Excellence (MI-SPACE) held…
Gen. John D. Lamontagne | Aerospace Nation
4 juin 2026 · 56 min
Join us to learn more about current Air Force priorities with Vice Chief of Staff Gen. John Lamontagne. As one of the service’s top leaders, Gen. Lamontagne plays an instrumental role in organizing, training, and equipping Airmen across the force. His insights will be incredibly valuable give this…
Congressman August Pfluger | Aerospace Nation
2 juin 2026 · 57 min
With the Trump Administration requesting a major defense budget boost, it’s now up to Congress to turn this proposal into reality. To discuss this and a wide variety of national security topics, we are pleased to welcome Congressman August Pfluger (R-TX). Before his time in Congress, Congressman…
Military Human Spaceflight: A Key Component to American Space Superiority
22 mai 2026 · 1 h 02
As the modern space race heats up and more humans venture into orbit and to the Moon, the Space Force will likely need to place Guardians in space to defend American interests. In the latest paper from the Mitchell Institute’s Spacepower Advantage Center of Excellence, Col (ret) Kyle “Puma” Pumroy…
Brig. Gen. Christopher Fernengel | Schriever Spacepower Series
15 mai 2026 · 56 min
The Space Force is on the verge of one of the largest percentage budget increases of any military service in history. Brig. Gen. Christopher “Trigger” Fernengel will have a significant role in shaping what the service will prioritize and how it will manage this growth. As Resourcing Lead, he is…
Gen. Stephen N. Whiting | Schriever Spacepower Series
12 mai 2026 · 60 min
Gen. Stephen N. Whiting, Commander of U.S. Space Command, is responsible for defending U.S. and allied interests in the space domain, while also providing space-enabled combat effects to joint warfighters around the globe. He exercises combatant command authority over Soldiers, Marines, Sailors,…
Col. Corey J. Klopstein & Col. Craig J. Hackbarth | Schriever Spacepower Series
21 avr. 2026 · 59 min
Ensuring Guardians and their weapon systems are combat credible demands an innovative, realistic test and training approach. The Operational Test and Training Infrastructure (OTTI) is that approach—combining live and virtual elements to represent the range of threats and operating conditions the…
Lt. Gen. Rebecca J. Sonkiss | Aerospace Nation
20 avr. 2026 · 52 min
Mobility is the backbone behind any successful military operation, both in peacetime and war. Whether talking about cargo aircraft, aerial refueling tankers, or the airmen who empower the logistics enterprise, the Air Force provides fundamental elements of this capability to the nation. Lt. Gen.…
Rebuilding America’s Air Force: Balancing the Air Force’s Combat Forces for Peer Conflict
10 avr. 2026 · 59 min
Whether the U.S. Air Force can succeed in future combat operations will depend on key force design decisions and corresponding modernization choices. The Mitchell Institute assessed these courses of action in its most recent wargame. Join us for the release of our newest report, Rebuilding…