The Shawn Ryan Show #251 Secretary Sean Duffy - NASA is Going Back to the Moon for the First Time in 54 Years
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Nov 6, 2025 
Sean Duffy, the 20th U.S. Secretary of Transportation and acting NASA administrator, shares insights on his unique dual roles. He discusses the exciting Artemis II mission, emphasizing the importance of lunar exploration. Duffy also reflects on his journey from competitive lumberjack to Congress, blending personal anecdotes with public service. With a focus on family values, he stresses the need for infrastructure reforms and the modernization of air traffic systems. His vision for NASA includes promoting competition between SpaceX and Blue Origin, aiming to enhance future moon landings.
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Lumberjack Roots Shaped Public Service
- Sean Duffy described his humble Midwestern upbringing and lumberjack sports as formative experiences.
- He credited those roots for work ethic, public service ambitions, and family priorities.
Conspiracy Momentum Outpaces Data
- Social media fuels conspiracy and public fascination with extraterrestrial objects.
- NASA's data indicated the three-eye Atlas object likely behaved like a comet, not alien craft.
Lumberjack Sports Are Serious Athletics
- Lumberjack sports are competitive athletic disciplines with specific skills and national followings.
- They provided Duffy a platform, income, and travel during his youth.
