John "Slick" Baum and members of the Mitchell Institute team explore a U.S. Air Force fighter force that is in crisis and look to future solutions.
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Every week, Heather “Lucky” Penney will take listeners into the world of aerospace power and help the audience understand what it takes to fly and fight in the sky, while also protecting America’s interests in space. Whether talking to top generals, standing on a flight line full of combat aircraft, looking at a rocket being prepared for launch, or hearing from those who have laid it all on the line in defense of the nation—this podcast will afford unprecedented access and insight into where the combat aerospace community is going and why.
Ep. 52 - The Rendezvous
Congress and Defense, Russian Satellite Shootdown, and China’s Nuclear Stance: The Rendezvous
In this Rendezvous episode, we discuss the Senate’s version of the National Defense Authorization Act, Chinese launch of the fractional orbital bombardment system, Russians blowing up a satellite, and General Hyten's comments on how China’s nuclear build up is about gaining a first strike capability.
John "Slick" Baum welcomes onto the podcast Shift4 CEO and Inspiration4 mission commander, astronaut Jared Isaacman.
John “Slick” Baum speaks to a number of key leaders in the Space Force and industry to discuss how and why new actors are entering the space business.
John “Slick” Baum is joined by Dr. Brendan Mulvaney of the China Aerospace Studies Institute, the former Director of Research at CASI, Ken Allen, and Mitchell Institute research analyst Daniel Rice to discuss the big question on everyone’s mind, “What is China’s global intent, and what are they doing to achieve these goals?”
General Buzz Moseley, USAF (Ret.), General Chuck Wald, USAF (Ret.), Lt Gen Dave Deptula, USAF (Ret.), and Maj Gen Larry Stutzriem, USAF (Ret.) rejoin us to provide first person air commander perspectives regarding the air campaign they led against the Taliban, which began on October 7th, 2001.
Ep. 47 - The Rendezvous
Fractional Orbital Strike, Advanced Tactical Trainer, UAV Strikes, and Next Gen AWACS: The Rendezvous
In this Rendezvous episode, we discuss why the Chinese are pursuing a new strike technology, ACC’s desire to rethink how it trains pilots, whether “over the horizon strikes” with UAVs will continue to present value, and the latest considerations when it comes to replacing the E-3 AWACS.
General Buzz Moseley, USAF (Ret.), General Chuck Wald, USAF (Ret.), Lt Gen Dave Deptula, USAF (Ret.), and Maj Gen Larry Stutzriem, USAF (Ret.)explore what it was like to plan and execute an air campaign like none other.
In part 2 of this series, we explore the status of America’s newest fighter engine with top experts from Pratt and Whitney. Improvements need to be made to deliver on key reliability and cost targets that will allow the F-35 to meet long-term objectives. Learn more about this process by hearing from key engine team members.
In part 1 of this series, we explore the status of America’s newest fighter with top experts. We talk about real issues, baseline problems for what they are, explore contributing factors, and talk about how we can make things better. America and its allies need the F-35 to work.
57th Wing Commander Brig Gen Michael Drowley joins host John ”Slick” Baum and co-host Lt Gen (ret.) David Deptula to discuss how the Weapons School, Red Flag, Aggressors, and other key facets of his team are developing and training the tactics, techniques, and procedures to address future threats, especially peer competitors like China and Russia.
Ep. 42 - The Rendezvous
From 6th Gen Fighters to New Space Warfighting Concepts: The Rendezvous
In this episode of The Rendezvous, the team discusses the insights they garnered while hosting Air Force and Space Force leaders at AFA’s 2021 Air, Space, and Cyberspace Conference.
We dive into the realm of public opinion regarding one of the most consequential aspects of U.S. national security, Nuclear Deterrence. Mitchell Institute, in collaboration with Seven Letter Insight, conducted a poll to better understand these dynamics. The results were both surprising and illuminating.
Allies and partners are critical to mission success in today’s world, with the U.S.-Australian partnership especially crucial. Air Marshal Hupfeld discusses future operating concepts such as manned-unmanned teaming, current programs like the F-35, and important missions like airbase defense.
John "Slick" Baum speaks to three individuals who found themselves thrust into crisis none could have imagined as they began their day. Join us for their recollections of the day America was attacked.