

Privateer Space CEO Alex Fielding: cleaning up space junk with Steve Wozniak + Behind the scenes of working for Jason | E1465
May 21, 2022
Alex Fielding, CEO and Co-founder of Privateer Space, shares insights on tackling the pressing issue of space junk. He discusses the daunting challenges of mapping debris in orbit and the innovative solutions his company is exploring. Fielding highlights the potential risks of collisions, comparing space debris to high-speed bullets, and emphasizes the need for collaborative efforts within the space industry. He also reflects on his journey, including his work alongside tech visionary Steve Wozniak, shedding light on the future of space sustainability.
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Hawk Omen
- Molly Wood recalls a hawk hitting CNET's window during the dot-com crash.
- This felt like a bad omen, shortly followed by the events of September 11th.
Contrarian Investing
- Be greedy when others are fearful, and fearful when others are greedy.
- Jason Calacanis followed this advice during the 2008 recession, successfully investing as others panicked.
Downturn Creativity
- Downturns can be surprisingly useful periods for creative experimentation.
- Reduced pressure allows for exploring new formats and pivoting, as Molly Wood experienced in the 2008 recession.