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Memos to the President is a podcast series from the Special Competitive Studies Project (SCSP), dedicated to providing bold, actionable ideas to the current U.S. administration. Hosted by SCSP’s CEO Ylli Bajraktari, it features conversations with experts and leaders on critical issues related to national security, technology, and economic competitiveness.

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Luke Murry, former National Security Advisor to Speaker Kevin McCarthy and now Head of Government Affairs at Marvell Technology, joins host Ylli Bajraktari on the National Mall to discuss his career trajectory, the evolution of U.S.-China tech compet... more

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In this episode, Palmer Luckey, founder of Anduril Industries, discusses his journey from Oculus VR to focusing on national security. He explains his decision to enter the defense industry in 2017, highlighting the challenges of the time, including t... more

On this episode of Memos to the President, host Ylli Bajraktari is joined by retired Major General Amos Yadlin and Avner Golov from MIND Israel to discuss the evolving role of technology in global affairs. They analyze the current geopolitical situat... more

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On this episode of Memos to the President, host Ylli Bajraktari is joined by His Excellency Omran Sharaf, the UAE's Assistant Foreign Minister for Advanced Technologies and Science. They discuss the UAE's technological journey, including the strategi... more

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Recent Guests

Luke Murry
Head of Government Affairs at Marvell Technologies and former National Security Advisor to Kevin McCarthy
Marvell Technologies
Episode: Episode 37: A Conversation with Luke Murry
Mike Kuiken
Former National Security Advisor to Senate Leader Chuck Schumer, with over 20 years in the U.S. Senate.
Episode: Episode 33: A Conversation with Mike Kuiken
Jack Clark
Co-founder and head of policy for Anthropic
Anthropic
Episode: Episode 32: A Conversation with Jack Clark
Jensen Huang
Founder and CEO of Nvidia
Nvidia
Episode: Episode 31: A Conversation with Jensen Huang
Dr. JP Allain
Associate Director for Fusion at the Department of Energy
Department of Energy
Episode: Episode 30: A Conversation with JP Allain
Jack Hidary
CEO of SandboxAQ, expert in quantum technology.
SandboxAQ
Episode: Episode 29: A Conversation with Jack Hidary
Bi-Khim Hsiao
Vice President of Taiwan
Government of Taiwan
Episode: Episode 27: A Conversation with the Vice President of Taiwan, Bi-Khim Hsiao
Chris Wright
Secretary of Energy
U.S. Department of Energy
Episode: Episode 25: A Conversation with the Secretary of Energy, Chris Wright
Thomas Mason
Director of the Los Alamos National Laboratory
Los Alamos National Laboratory
Episode: Episode 24: A Conversation with Thomas Mason

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Ylli Bajraktari
Host and CEO of the Special Competitive Studies Project, with extensive experience in strategic policy and technology discussions.

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Episode 37: A Conversation with Luke Murry
Q: What makes you succeed in Washington, and how do you navigate a career here?
Do a great job regardless of your position and be kind, as it might help you advance in unexpected ways.
Episode 27: A Conversation with the Vice President of Taiwan, Bi-Khim Hsiao
Q: How do you evaluate the US-Taiwan relationship at this point?
It's a very strong partnership, but there are challenges and ongoing discussions regarding tariffs that have created some anxiety.
Episode 27: A Conversation with the Vice President of Taiwan, Bi-Khim Hsiao
Q: What do you miss and what don't you miss about Washington?
I really miss being there, engaging in person, but being back in Taiwan is also rewarding as it allows me to represent and advance our people and interests.
Episode 24: A Conversation with Thomas Mason
Q: Speaking about protection, you have been pretty vocal about research protection, because I think what we have seen in recent years is our openness, the research environment, we thrive and has been select misused by the Chinese.
It's essential to maintain an open research ecosystem while also being vigilant about potential abuses by other nations, especially in the realm of national security.
Episode 24: A Conversation with Thomas Mason
Q: Can you talk a little bit about that? How did you approach it? Where did you see the opportunities to adopt AI for your mission set?
We have been using AI for scientific data analysis for a long time, and recently, we've partnered with OpenAI to integrate AI into our classified work for national security.

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A prominent podcast series focuses on delivering innovative and actionable insights centered around national security, technology, and economic competitiveness. The discussions feature a variety of experts and leaders, with conversations frequently addressing the geopolitical dynamics of the U.S., especially in relation to other global powers like China and Russia. A notable emphasis is placed on the integration of advanced technologies within national security strategies, alongside an exploration of emerging trends in the tech landscape such as artificial intelligence, space exploration, and energy innovations. The format encourages thought-provoking dialogue that aims to influence policymakers, fostering a better understanding of the chal... more

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