Sourcery Delian Asparouhov: Varda’s Space Factories & Founders Fund
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Mar 28, 2025 
Delian Asparouhov, Co-Founder of Varda and partner at Founders Fund, shares fascinating insights into the space industry and defense regulations. Delian discusses Varda's recent space missions and the intricate regulatory landscape faced by startups. He dives into the significance of bridging the gap between tech innovators and policymakers, the evolving 'Space Club' with figures like Eric Schmidt, and the complexities of venture capital in defense. Plus, he reflects on the balance between work and personal life in light of fatherhood, making the conversation both informative and relatable.
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Space Babies
- Delian Asparouhov and Molly O'Shea discuss astronauts being stranded in space.
- They jokingly speculate about space babies gestating in zero gravity.
Space Adaptation
- Extended stays in space have severe negative impacts on the human body.
- Training in higher gravity environments like Jupiter could enhance physical capabilities.
Stranded Astronauts
- Two astronauts were stranded in space for nine months due to technical issues with the Boeing Starliner.
- Delian Asparouhov believes political motivations delayed their return, prioritizing Boeing over the astronauts' health.