Lauren Grush

Join space reporter Lauren Grush, known for her book on America’s first women astronauts, and author David Barron, who explores our fascination with Mars, as they delve into our cosmic neighbor's allure. They discuss the passionate political and public support for Mars missions, weighing humanity's aspirations against earthly challenges. The episode also uncovers the historical obsession with the red planet, from 19th-century maps to contemporary myths, and reflects on how visions of Martian civilizations shape our imagination and cultural narrative.

Joining the discussion are Lauren Grush, a space reporter focused on commercial flight, Chad Anderson, CEO of Space Capital with expertise in space investments, and Patrick McGoldrick from J.P. Morgan, who navigates private market valuations. They dive into the thrilling implications of Micron's strong earnings on AI demand. Grush and Anderson also share insights on Blue Origin's future missions and ambitions, while McGoldrick highlights the growing overlap between public and private tech markets, hinting at where future growth in sectors like cybersecurity and space may emerge.

Mike McKee, Bloomberg's International Economics Correspondent, dives deep into Trump's call for Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook's resignation amid mortgage fraud allegations. The discussion also touches on the Fed’s struggle with inflation and employment. Space reporter Lauren Grush shares insights on SpaceX's challenges with the Starship rocket and its ambitious goals for Mars. Todd Gillespie reviews Citigroup's leadership issues, highlighting toxic culture allegations, while David Haber from Andreessen Horowitz offers fresh perspectives on the evolving fintech landscape.