
Welcome to Ground Control to Major Nerds: The definitive podcast where aerospace engineering meets critical industry analysis. Hosted by industry veterans Srikant Chityala, Ashwini Agrawal, and Parvesh Reddy, we translate the complex systems, regulatory hurdles, and cutting-edge tech (from AI to Human Spaceflight) into sharp, actionable insights. If you need a deep, technical, and candid discussio... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 12 | Founded | 6 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | LeisureAviation | |||

In this compelling episode, aerospace engineer and entrepreneur Shloka Hajare shares her courageous journey from the security of a monthly salary to taking the leap into entrepreneurship.She recounts the genesis of her drone startup in India, detaili... more
Welcome to a packed episode of Ground Control to Major Nerds! Hosts Srikant Chityala, Ashwini Kumar Agrawal, and Parvesh Reddy Bommi Narasimha reunite for a full house discussion on one of the most pressing topics in aerospace: Sustainability in Avia... more
Runway safety is failing! 🚨 In this critical episode, we dive deep into the real-world problem causing near-misses and ground collisions: the pilot's lack of real-time surface situational awareness.Sri and Ashwini analyze the current state of Airpor... more
Runway safety is failing! 🚨 In this critical episode, we dive deep into the real-world problem causing near-misses and ground collisions: the pilot's lack of real-time surface situational awareness.Sri and Ashwini analyze the current state of Airpor... more
In this episode, we take a deep and critical look at the current state of aviation safety, a topic that has surged into public consciousness following an alarming trend in 2024. Data indicates a significant increase in both reported aviation incident... more
Ever wondered who's keeping those drones safe in the sky? It's not just the pilot! Meet the ground control operators, the unsung heroes who ensure smooth and efficient drone operations. Discover the hidden world of technical expertise and constant vi... more
In this exciting reaction episode, Parvesh & Sri dive into the Axiom-4 mission, a landmark moment in global space exploration and a proud milestone for India. Centered around the inspiring journey of Indian astronaut Subhanshu Shukla, this episode br... more
In Episode 5 of Ground Control to Major Nerds, co-hosts Ashwini, Parvesh, and Sri take you on a wildly entertaining ride through the skies of nostalgia and the stratosphere of innovation. 🚀From the scrappy genius of SWAT Kats to the deep-space adven... more
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Absolutely loving Ground Control to Major Nerds! The hosts make aerospace topics super engaging — from space missions and pilot stories to engineering deep dives, it’s smart, fun, and refreshingly human. Whether you’re a student, a professional, or just space-curious, this podcast has something for you. Can’t wait for the next episode — keep ’em flying! 🙌🎙️
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