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NatSec Tech is a podcast from the Special Competitive Studies Project (SCSP) that explores the critical intersection of emerging technology and national security. Hosted by veteran award-winning journalist Jeanne Meserve, the series provides a high-level look at how the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence, synthetic labor, and advanced manufacturing is reshaping the global landscape. Every ... more

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In this episode of NetSec Tech, host Jane Meserve sits down with Sal Khan, the visionary founder and CEO of Khan Academy, at the AI+ Education Summit. As AI reshapes national security and the global workforce, Khan shares how his nonprofit is leverag... more

To celebrate our 100th episode, NatSec Tech is evolving. We are moving from audio-only to a full video and audio experience. You can now watch our deep dives into the intersection of technology and national security on the SCSP YouTube channel and Sp... more

In this episode of NatSec Tech, Former Rhode Island Governor and Former U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo and Former Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb joined host Jeanne Meserve, live at the AI+ Education Summit, to discuss how states can stay com... more

In this episode of NatSec Tech, host Jeanne Meserve sits down with Dr. Erik Brynjolfsson, Director of the Stanford Digital Economy Lab and member of the newly formed SCSP-NVIDIA Task Force on AI and the Future of Work.

Dr. Brynjolfsson argues that w... more

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Recent Guests

Keith Strier
Senior Vice President of Global Markets at AMD
AMD
Episode: Episode 100: Keith Strier on AI Sovereignty, Resiliency, & What’s Next
Gina Raimondo
Former Commerce Secretary and former Governor of Rhode Island
Rhode Island government
Episode: Episode 99: Gina Raimondo & Eric Holcomb on States, AI, and Workforce Competitiveness
Eric Holcomb
Former Governor of Indiana
Indiana state government
Episode: Episode 99: Gina Raimondo & Eric Holcomb on States, AI, and Workforce Competitiveness
Erik Brynjolfsson
Professor at Stanford and Director of the Stanford Digital Economy Lab
Stanford University
Episode: Episode 98: Dr. Erik Brynjolfsson on Navigating the Second Machine Age
Will Marshall
CEO of Planet Labs
Planet Labs
Episode: Episode 93: Will Marshall on Satellite Innovation and Planetary Intelligence
General John J. Raymond
Retired General, first chief of space operations of the U.S. Space Force
Episode: Episode 92: General Jay Raymond on the Future of the U.S. Space Force
Dr. Dimitri Kusnetsov
Vice President for Science and Technology at the Nuclear Threat Initiative.
Nuclear Threat Initiative
Episode: Episode 91: Dimitri Kusnezov on the Opportunities at the Intersection of AI, Nuclear, and Biosecurity
Andrew King
Executive Director at Future Union, venture capitalist
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Episode: Episode 90: Andrew King on the Threat of US Investment in Chinese Tech
Amber Jaycocks
Senior Vice President of Data Science
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Episode: Episode 89: Amber Jaycocks and Mounir Ibrahim on AI Created Visuals

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Jeanne Meserve
Host of NatSec Tech

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 45 ratings
  • Fantastic interviews

    This is one of the best podcasts I have listed to in a while. Great content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joyscho
    United States3 years ago
  • Great show!

    Jeanne does an amazing job of making difficult topics fun! Looking forward to the next episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kurt Bunker
    United States3 years ago

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High-quality guests and thoughtful discussion make this show a strong listen for policy and tech enthusiasts.
Jeanne is adept at making difficult topics engaging and accessible.

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Episode 99: Gina Raimondo & Eric Holcomb on States, AI, and Workforce Competitiveness
Q: What should states do right now to position themselves as AI-ready economies?
States should coordinate across government, industry, and education to fund scalable training, expand computer science education, and create incentives for employers to redeploy workers rather than laying them off.
Episode 99: Gina Raimondo & Eric Holcomb on States, AI, and Workforce Competitiveness
Q: Should this kind of program be run at the state level or the federal level, and what is the right balance?
Both levels are important: states should lead with primary responsibility, while federal programs can support and incentivize better outcomes.
Episode 99: Gina Raimondo & Eric Holcomb on States, AI, and Workforce Competitiveness
Q: What great ideas should we pursue to retrain workers displaced by AI, and how is Raimondo proposing to fund it?
Raimondo emphasizes outcome-based funding, eliminating mediocre programs, and increasing employer engagement, potentially including tax credits to ensure private sector skin in the game.
Episode 98: Dr. Erik Brynjolfsson on Navigating the Second Machine Age
Q: Can you point to programs or approaches that have worked to realign skills with demand?
Effective approaches combine careful measurement with actionable reforms, such as data-driven, phased implementations of AI tools, long-term investment in education, and organizational changes that encourage experimentation and re-skilling across the workforce; piecing together evidence from real-world pilots shows substantial productivity gains when done well.
Episode 98: Dr. Erik Brynjolfsson on Navigating the Second Machine Age
Q: What is the state of the US tech workforce right now?
The workforce gap mirrors the rapid pace of tech capability growth, with strong regional leadership in places like Silicon Valley, but overall the rest of the economy is lagging and will require broad, ongoing skill development across all industries.

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A thoughtful look at national security, technology, and policy where guests range from defense innovators to civil space advocates. Conversations frequently center on AI, space, defense procurement, and the geopolitics of technology, with a bias toward practical reform, private–public collaboration, and rapid, prudent innovation. Notable is the consistent emphasis on accelerating capabilities, improving decision cycles, and leveraging private-sector expertise to address complex security challenges. The show often features thinkers and leaders shaping military tech, space strategy, and tech policy, making it valuable for listeners who want strategic insights and real-world implications for national security and technology leadership.

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