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Autonomous Systems
Defense Technology
Ukraine
Drones
Military Innovation
Ukraine Conflict
Underwater Drones
Business
Warfare
Robotics
Agriculture
Technology
Drone Manufacturing
F-35
Public Defense Budget
Maritime Technology
Drone Technology
Modularity
Artificial Intelligence
3D Printing

Firestorm Studios brings you The Drone Wars Podcast, a show that explores all facets of autonomous systems - ground, air, and sea - and their transformative impact on various aspects of human life, from agriculture to warfare. We feature interviews with CEOs, founders, and C-suite executives from the world's leading autonomy and robotics companies.

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Brandon Florian has over 20 years of experience in aerospace and defense at Northrop Grumman and Starburst. He’s the Co-Founder and Chief Commercial Officer of Grid Aero, building rugged, long-range autonomous aircrafts to revolutionize cargo logisti... more

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“Defense is an away game; we’re not going to be able to fight our way in” 

Stephen Rodriguez is the Founder of One Defense and an Operating Partner at DCVC. He invests in and serves on the boards of leading defense-tech companies, including Applied ... more

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Stephen Rodriguez is the Founder of One Defense and an Operating Partner at DCVC. He invests in and serves on the boards of leading defense-tech companies, including Applied Intuition, Firestorm, Ursa Major, Mach Industries, and ZeroMark. He chairs B... more

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Ex-SpaceX Dragon Capsule software lead, Karthik Gollapudi, built two-fault-tolerant systems that flew astronauts to the ISS. He left to found Sift, an AI platform that automates testing, manufacturing and observability for rockets, rovers and autonom... more

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Ex-SpaceX Dragon Capsule software lead, Karthik Gollapudi, built two-fault-tolerant systems that flew astronauts to the ISS. He left to found Sift, an AI platform that automates testing, manufacturing and observability for rockets, rovers and autonom... more

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A VC pro covers AI ethics, a boom of domestic jobs in tech, and why the gov needs to get out of the way.  

Hamlet Yousef is a Managing Partner and Co-Founder at Irongate Capital Advisors, where he leads investments in early-stage technologies that s... more

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A VC managing partner discusses lessons from Ukraine, UAS disrupting warfare economics and “venture tourists”.  

Hamlet Yousef is a Managing Partner and Co-Founder at Irongate Capital Advisors, where he leads investments in early-stage technologies ... more

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Are our adversaries building ethical AI? 

Dive into it on the pod with Lt. Col. Joshua “Cabo” Gunderson, former combat pilot, and former Commander of the Air Force F-22 Demo Team. Since leaving active duty, he serves in the Nevada Air National Guard... more

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Recent Guests

Stephen Rodriguez
Founder of Defense One.
Defense One
Episode: Defense Investor Insights, Stephen Rodriguez Part I
Karthik Gollapudi
Former Lead at SpaceX and current CTO of SIFT.
SIFT
Episode: Former SpaceX Lead and Tech Founder, Karthik Gollapudi Part I
Josh Cabo Gunderson
Former Air Force pilot with extensive experience in aerial combat and training.
Episode: Former Combat Pilot Lt. Col. Josh (Cabo) Gunderson, PART I
David Petraeus
Retired four-star General and former CIA Director
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Episode: General David H. Petraeus, PART I
Zane Mountcastle
Co-founder and CEO of PicoGrid
PicoGrid
Episode: Zane Mountcastle, CEO and Co-Founder of Picogrid
Aaron Jacobson
Series A lead investor from NEA
NEA
Episode: What Top VCs Look For in Defense: Beyond Just Great Tech | Aaron Jacobson
Jake Windle
Investor and partner at Harpoon VC
Harpoon VC
Episode: Boots, Boards & Breakthroughs - Jake Windle | Part I
Nathan Mintz
CEO of CX2, former radar systems engineer at Boeing and Raytheon
CX2
Episode: Founding the Fight: Startups and the Future of Defense - Nathan Mintz | Part I
Eric DeMarco
Founder and CEO of Kratos Defense
Kratos Defense
Episode: Defense at the Edge of Innovation | Part I

Hosts

Dan Magy
CEO and co-founder of Firestorm, he often serves as a host, discussing defense technology and investment insights.
Chris Donaghey
Co-Host of the podcast and Chief Executive Officer of Applied Energetics, providing insights into the intersection of venture capital and defense.

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Former SpaceX Lead and Tech Founder, Karthik Gollapudi Part II
Q: What's a hill that you are willing to die on?
Making decisions that prioritize long-term relationships over short-term gains, especially in product building.
Former SpaceX Lead and Tech Founder, Karthik Gollapudi Part II
Q: What is something you're working on right now that scares you or keeps you up at night?
Scaling the company is a scary task as venture-backed customers expect rapid growth, leading to the challenge of hiring proactively for future needs.
Defense Investor Insights, Stephen Rodriguez Part I
Q: Do you believe the world is moving away from exquisite battle platforms?
Yes, there's a shift towards mass-producible technologies as seen in recent conflicts.
Defense Investor Insights, Stephen Rodriguez Part I
Q: What's key in bridging the gap between bringing some of these commercial technologies into broader defense adoption?
One key is a credible demand signal from the DoD to inform smaller companies of their needs.
Former Combat Pilot Lt. Col. Josh (Cabo) Gunderson, PART II
Q: What advice do you give that young boy or girl who saw you doing a demo flight who wants to be you when they grow up?
Do really well in school, take leadership roles in team activities, and develop interpersonal communication skills.

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What is Drone Wars about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the complex and rapidly evolving domain of autonomous systems, the content examines their profound impacts across multiple sectors, including warfare, agriculture, and public safety. Conversations with industry leaders, including CEOs and entrepreneurs, emphasize the challenges and innovations within the sectors of drones and robotics, fostering insights into their future trajectories. The exploration of regulatory intricacies, market dynamics, and the ethical considerations surrounding the use and development of these technologies highlights the podcast's unique emphasis on both the technological and human aspects of innovation.

Listeners can expect a well-rounded perspective on how autonomous systems are reshaping industries,... more

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2. Karthik Gollapudi
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7. Jake Windle
8. Nathan Mintz

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