The Elara Edge Podcast

On “The Elara Edge,” we dive deep into the news, developments, and trends shaping global security.

The podcast also features influential decision-makers, international figures, and published authors in global security.

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Episode 43: NASA Reorganizes to “Ignite the Orbital Economy”

Renee Wynn sheds light on the reorganizational changes underway at NASA and why industry partners should pay attention

Episode 42: Chinese AI Closing Gap in Cybersecurity Vulnerability Detection

Kim Crider, Bob Skinner and Mike Robbins explore the narrowing gap between China and U.S. AI technologies

Episode 41: NATO Ankara Summit Creates a Call-to-Action for Defense Industrial Base

James Hecker, Chad Raduege, Tom Goffus and Brad Head break down the context driving the NATO Summit in Ankara

Episode 40: From NASA to the Pentagon, Commercial Space Takes Center Stage in “Rocket Dreams"

Mike Dickey interviews Christian Davenport about his 2025 book “Rocket Dreams”

Episode 39: Space Force Initiates a “Campaign of Learning” to Develop its Objective Force

Mike Dickey and Lt Gen (Ret) Bill Liquori share their key takeaways from two new Space Force documents

Episode 38: New Enterprise Command and Control Program Office to Enhance Commander Decision-Making

Executive Partner Mark Chappell provides perspective on the forthcoming Enterprise C2 Program Office

Episode 37: Foreign Military Sales Reform to Strengthen International Cooperation

Brad Head and Heidi Grant break down the recent reform efforts to the Foreign Military Sales program

Episode 36: Digital Infrastructure Modernization to Lay Foundation for Zero Trust, AI

Gen (Ret) Tim Haugh Explains How Upgraded Networks Will Better Integrate Emerging Technologies, Counter Evolving Threats

Episode 35: Department of War Seeks Solutions for Emerging Counter-UAS Mission

David “Abu” Nahom and JP “Spear” Mintz provide perspective on the emerging Counter-UAS mission

Episode 34: Cyber Resilience On-Orbit a ‘Nervous System’ for Detecting Threats

Kim Crider and Chad Raduege provide perspective on the significance of the Cyber Resilience On-Orbit tool

Episode 33: NATO investing in space capabilities to enhance multi-domain operations, establish deterrence 

Brad Head interviews Air Marshall Sir Johnny Stringer on NATO’s increased investments in space capabilities

Episode 32: Space Force Working Capital Fund to Facilitate Flexible Funding for Commercial Services

Roger Teague and Mike Dickey share how the working capital fund fits into the broader acquisition reforms at the DOW

What the Podcast Covers

Released on the first business day of each month, “The Elara Edge” helps listeners identify and understand what’s really worth paying attention to:

  • Policy developments in response to evolving mission requirements
  • New, existing, and evolving military programs created in response to adversarial actions and national security threats
  • Emerging technologies and innovative commercial capabilities revolutionizing the space, air, and cyber domains
  • The financial strategies, opportunities, and mechanisms available for start-ups and non-traditional contractors to overcome “The Valley of Death”
  • The market trends and investment opportunities in response to the growing prevalence of dual-use technologies
  • The international partnerships that enhance joint force and coalition operations

Who It’s For

• Executive leaders, system operators, and technology developers within the defense industrial baseGovernment leaders and policy makers influencing national security decisions

• Founders, start-ups, and non-traditional defense contractors

• The innovators creating and developing the cutting edge solutions for the warfighter operating in the space, aeronautical, and cyber domains

• Commercial companies and government leaders in Allied and partner nations

• Institutional investors, venture capital firms, and family offices interested in capitalizing on emerging defense priorities and dual-use markets

Why It Matters

• In a rapidly and constantly evolving national security environment, staying informed is a prerequisite for effective action and assured success.

• “The Elara Edge” helps listeners track what is changing, why it matters, and what government and industry leaders alike should be paying attention to.

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