Elon Musk Podcast I spent a year at SpaceX Texas and almost died.
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May 17, 2025 The host recounts their eye-opening year in Starbase, Texas, immersing in the innovations at SpaceX. They share the tough realities of live streaming in extreme conditions and dealing with unpredictable challenges. Their firsthand involvement in groundbreaking moments related to Mars missions adds a unique perspective. Exciting plans for a documentary promise to showcase the wild energy of the space community and invite listeners to explore the fascinating world of Starbase.
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A Year at Starbase Texas
- Will Walden spent about a year at Starbase, Texas, documenting the early days of Starship development.
- He describes the experience as one of the best times of his life, with many memorable and life-shaping moments.
Fundraising for Big Goals
- Fundraise and gather community support to enable ambitious personal projects.
- Use resources from your creative work to sustain long-term endeavors like moving for Starbase.
Tough First Night
- First night at his new apartment was tough: unpacking in 104-degree heat and a broken shower.
- Quickly arranged to fix the shower, showing the challenges of new beginnings in Starbase.