

Chatter: Phantom Orbit with Journalist David Ignatius
May 7, 2024
Journalist David Ignatius discusses his newest spy thriller, Phantom Orbit, with Lawfare Research fellow Matt Gluck. They talk about character development, the strategic space race, gender in the CIA, and scientific discovery. Topics include US-China-Russia competition, private sector space advancements, Chinese satellite infiltration, military satellite threats, and the impact of AI on national security.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Dilemma Between Novel Writing and Journalism & Career Narrative Alignment
03:46 • 2min
Uncovering Secrets and International Espionage
06:15 • 21min
China's Strategic Approach to Space Technology and Supply Chain Infiltration
27:32 • 5min
The Rise of Private Sector Space Capabilities
33:00 • 7min
Space Technology Threats and Military Satellites
40:09 • 21min
Exploring Novel Writing and AI's National Security Impact
01:00:47 • 4min