

Sean Duffy
20th U.S. Secretary of Transportation and acting NASA administrator; former U.S. congressman and district attorney with a background as a competitive lumberjack and early reality-TV participant, frequently discussing infrastructure, aviation, and space policy.
Top 5 podcasts with Sean Duffy
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Nov 6, 2025 • 2h 44min
#251 Secretary Sean Duffy - NASA is Going Back to the Moon for the First Time in 54 Years
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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Aug 13, 2025 • 1h 3min
Sean Duffy spills on Plane Crashes, "Racist" Roads, Moon Bases & Epic Musk Clash
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, a former U.S. Representative for Wisconsin and NASA's head, shares fascinating insights on airline safety and the need for modern air traffic management. He tackles the absurd notion of 'racist roads' and advocates for a U.S. moon base to boost space exploration. Duffy recounts his clash with Elon Musk, revealing the challenges in balancing advocacy and innovation. The conversation also touches on the pressures faced by air traffic controllers and the vital importance of leadership in overcoming crises.

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May 11, 2025 • 47min
May 11 - Sen. John Barrasso, Sen. Amy Klobuchar and Sec. Sean Duffy
John Barrasso, a Republican Senator from Wyoming, provides insights into the evolving U.S.-China trade talks and discusses the implications of the President’s tax bill. Amy Klobuchar, a Democratic Senator from Minnesota, shares her perspectives on tariffs and the Democratic Party's future amid evolving political dynamics. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy addresses urgent flight safety concerns and the need for an overhaul of the air traffic control systems, highlighting the challenges of maintaining safety in an increasingly busy air travel landscape.

Oct 20, 2025 • 36min
Bitcoin’s Bump, an AWS Outage & a Jewel Heist 10/20/25
Sean Duffy, the U.S. Transportation Secretary and acting NASA Administrator, talks about the effects of the government shutdown on airport staffing and updates on NASA's Artemis missions. Investor Anthony Scaramucci shares insights on Bitcoin's recent rally, its potential to rival gold, and the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency portfolios. They also touch on the challenges faced by major websites due to an AWS outage and discuss a dramatic jewel heist at the Louvre.

Nov 3, 2025 • 41min
Big Tech’s Big Challenges & Transportation Sec. Sean Duffy 11/3/25
Join Sean Duffy, the U.S. Secretary of Transportation, as he reveals the ongoing fallout from the government shutdown affecting air travel and staffing shortages among air traffic controllers. He discusses the tough choices ahead for federal workers facing pay delays. Tim Wu, a Columbia Law Professor and former competition advisor, shares his insights on big tech's concentrated power and the urgent need for policies that foster competition, especially in AI, to combat China's tech dominance.


