Best Lockheed Martin Podcasts (2025)

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Melonie D. Parker on North Carolina Roots, Hampton University, HR Executive at Lockheed Martin, Sandia Labs, and Google — and Her Mantra to Add In Instead of Fit In 51:32

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Are you feeling stuck in a predictable career path? Do you struggle to make a strategic lateral move because you're afraid to lose status? In this highly Strategic episode of No Boxes: Just Verses, we go beyond the bios, beyond the titles with Melonie Parker, VP of Employee Engagement at Google. Melonie shares her authentic story of navigating a 17…

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Lisa DeCarlo & Lisa Shalett on Wall Street Careers, Wells Fargo, Goldman Sachs, Big Pivots, Finding Purpose, and Co-Founding Extraordinary Women on Boards 1:00:11

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Are you an executive struggling with the isolation of high-level leadership? Have you faced a personal crisis that forced you to re-evaluate your entire career path? In this powerful Authentic and Strategic episode of No Boxes: Just Verses, we go beyond the bios, beyond the titles with the two Lisas—Lisa DeCarlo and Lisa Shallet—co-founders of Extr…

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The shift that saved American spaceflight 42:54

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In this episode of Space Minds, former NASA commercial space division chief Phil McAlister sits down with host David Ariosto for a wide-ranging conversation about the future of human spaceflight, NASA’s internal culture, and the explosive growth of the commercial space sector.McAlister spent nearly 20 years inside NASA, helping spearhead programs l…

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Series 2 Trailer: The Corruption Diaries with Richard Allen 1:40

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The Corruption Diaries is a journey through the eyes of anti-corruption veterans with their unique perspectives on combating one of the most compelling ethical challenges of our time. In Series Two: Richard Allen's passion was alternative music and he set up in the music business with his own record label, managing and touring with bands like Porcu…

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From Engineer to Empire: 3 Properties, 1 Book, 6K Newsletter Subscribers 54:06

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Send us a text 🚀 What happens when a computer engineer decides to stop surviving and start thriving? Meet Radhika Paliwal—solutions engineering manager, real estate investor, author, and newsletter creator who's redefining what success looks like for women in STEM. In this powerful episode, Radhika shares her journey from struggling with finances a…

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Science Fiction and Innovation in Space 56:23

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In this episode of Space Minds, Senior Staff Writer Jeff Foust moderates a panel at the Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg Center, the next installment of the Center’s Discovery Series.The panel brings together leaders from Astrobotic, Apex, Johns Hopkins APL and Stoke Space to explore how ideas once confined to the pages of science fiction are rap…

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Debbie Allen on Texas Roots, Howard, Fame, A Different World, Grey’s Anatomy, the Debbie Allen Dance Academy, Golden Globes, Emmys, an Oscar and Why Mentorship Is Her Greatest Production 1:11:13

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Are you a creative professional who struggles to gain control behind the camera or above the line? Do you need courage to pivot from performing to directing? In this unforgettable episode of No Boxes: Just Verses, we go beyond the bios, beyond the titles with the incomparable cultural icon, Debbie Allen. Debbie shares the courageous, unconventional…

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Reimagining Space Stations for the Commercial Age 27:10

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In this episode of Space Minds, host Mike Gruss sits down with Marshall Smith, CEO of Starlab Space for a fireside chat at the Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg Center, the next installment of the Center’s Discovery Series. In the fireside chat, they explored how today’s commercial space pioneers are turning concepts once rooted in science fiction…

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Chloé & Maud Arnold on DC Roots, Columbia University, Founding Syncopated Ladies, Emmy-Nominated Tap Choreography, the Beyoncé Effect, and Leading the Next Generation Through Philanthropy 1:05:56

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Do you worry that pursuing a passion like the arts can't lead to stable, global success? Do you need inspiration to keep grinding through the long years of unemployed fun? In this highly Inspirational episode of No Boxes: Just Verses, we go beyond the bios, beyond the titles with Chloé and Maud Arnold, powerhouse sister duo and founders of the vira…

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Keeping America first in space 42:44

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In this episode of Space Minds, host David Ariosto speaks with Jim Bridenstine, former NASA Administrator and U.S. Congressman, who oversaw the launch of the Artemis program—America’s renewed effort to return astronauts to the Moon.Now Managing Partner of the Artemis Group, Bridenstine discusses the intersection of politics, policy, and innovation …

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Three Degrees, Two Countries, One Vision: Empowering Women in STEM 55:44

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Send us a text What do you get when you combine an industrial engineering degree from Argentina, a mechanical engineering degree completed in just TWO YEARS, and a master's in data science? You get Paula Tatum—and she's here to share her incredible journey! 🚀 In this episode, Paula talks about ALL the things we don't discuss enough in STEM: the con…

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Shannon Watts on PR Expert, Intentional Career Pause, and the Pivot That Led to Moms Demand Action, Bestselling Author of Fired Up and Firestarter University 48:11

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Are you feeling guilty about taking a career pause? Do you wonder if you're too old or too late to make a major professional pivot? In this highly Inspirational episode of No Boxes: Just Verses, we go beyond the bios, beyond the titles with Shannon Watts—Founder of Moms Demand Action, Time's 100 Most Influential People, and author of Fired Up. Shan…

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How Vast plans to keep humanity in orbit 33:03

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In this episode of Space Minds, host David Ariosto speaks with Max Haot, CEO of Vast, the ambitious aerospace company based in Long Beach, California, one of a very few companies working diligently towards the first commercial space station. Just days after the successful launch of Vast’s pathfinder mission, Haot shares what it was like to see thei…

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Michelle Banks On California Roots, UCLA, The Golden State Warriors, Tokyo, Global General Counsel At Gap Inc., And A Hyper-Focus On Mentoring 49:44

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Are you feeling stuck on the rigid corporate path? Do you need permission to define success outside of titles, prestige, and compensation? In this powerful episode of No Boxes: Just Verses, we go beyond the bios, beyond the titles with legal trailblazer Michelle Banks, former Global General Counsel of Gap, Inc., and executive leadership coach. Mich…

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Desirée Rogers on New Orleans Roots, Harvard MBA, Chicago Powerbroker to the White House and CEO of Black Opal and Fashion Fair 1:01:54

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Do you feel pigeonholed in your career? Do you struggle to see how your diverse experiences across corporate, government, and non-profit sectors connect? In this inspiring episode of No Boxes: Just Verses, we go beyond the bios, beyond the titles with Desirée Rogers—renowned strategist, connector, and co-owner/CEO of Black Opal and Fashion Fair. De…

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Inside the new age of space domain awareness 37:42

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In this episode of Space Minds, host David Ariosto speaks with Doug Hendrix, co-founder and CEO of ExoAnalytic Solutions — a company born from three physicists’ passion for solving hard problems in space. Hendrix shares how ExoAnalytic grew from missile defense algorithms to building a global telescope network that tracks thousands of objects in or…

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David Chun on Korean and New Jersey Roots, Investment Banking, and Building Equilar Into a Governance Leader 37:26

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Do you feel defined by a major career setback? Are you questioning your path after a pivotal layoff or a venture that didn't take off? In this powerful episode of No Boxes: Just Verses, we go beyond the bios, beyond the titles to explore the unconventional leadership journey of Equilar Founder and CEO, David Chun. David shares the intimate story of…

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From On-the-Spot Interview to Dream Job: Unconventional Path to Lockheed Martin 1:02:17

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Send us a text I'm so excited to share this conversation with Daniele Mendez, who has one of the most unexpected STEM origin stories I've heard! We were classmates at Florida Polytechnic University, and hearing her full journey from wanting to be a journalist to becoming a Software Quality Engineer at Lockheed Martin was absolutely fascinating. In …

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Ravi Kumar on Humble Beginnings and the Discipline of Water Polo to Big 4 Journeys at KPMG & EY and Leading at Connor Group 43:40

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In this dynamic crossover event on No Boxes: Just Verses, we're joined by finance expert, CPA, and podcast host, Ravi Kumar. Are you a leader trying to pivot your career, find passion outside of public accounting, or build a powerful global network? Ravi's journey is a powerful testament to immigrant grit, relentless perseverance, and why you shoul…

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The astronaut who filmed the Dream is Alive 28:30

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In this episode of Space Minds, host David Ariosto speaks with Terry Hart, former NASA astronaut and mission specialist on the Space Shuttle Challenger. Hart reflects on the triumphs of early shuttle missions, the lessons of the Challenger tragedy, and how those experiences shape today’s commercial space era led by companies like SpaceX and Blue Or…

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Felicia and Mica Mayo on Sisterhood, Family, and Building Community and Generational Wealth After Journeys at Nike, Tesla, and ServiceNow 1:07:56

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In this dynamic Verses in Service episode of No Boxes: Just Verses, we're joined by sisters-in-law, sorority sisters, and business partners, Felicia Mayo and Mica Mayo. Are you a leader trying to align personal values with wealth creation, navigate a major corporate pivot, or figure out how to fund the next generation of founders? Felicia and Mica'…

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Debbie Taylor Moore on Cybersecurity, Quantum Computing, and Her Journey From ExxonMobil, IBM, and Microsoft to Leading Quantum Crunch 42:23

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In this critical Verses in Service episode of No Boxes: Just Verses, we sit down with cybersecurity pioneer and quantum expert, Debbie Taylor Moore. Are you a leader trying to manage the security risks of the future, balance a demanding career with family life, or looking to overcome the fear of unconventional pivots? Debbie’s story is a powerful t…

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Kelly Richmond Pope on Fool Me Once, All the Queen’s Horses, and Her Journey as Professor, Board Director, Tech Exec, and Filmmaker 34:12

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In this empowering Verses in Service episode of No Boxes: Just Verses, we sit down with Dr. Kelly Richmond Pope, CPA, documentary filmmaker, and fraud expert. Are you a leader trying to understand risk management, curious about how fraud works, or looking for the blueprint to scale your research into a globally consumable business? Dr. Pope's journ…

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China’s year-end space sprint 21:03

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On this episode of Space Minds, SpaceNews China correspondent Andrew Jones joins host Mike Gruss to unpack China’s year‑end sprint in space: expected tests tied to Long March 10 and a new crew spacecraft, up to eight maiden commercial launches from firms like Landspace and Space Pioneer alongside CASC’s Long March‑12A, and the state‑backed funding …

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Panya Lei Yarber-King on a Journey Rooted in Reading, Faith, and Therapy — From South Side Chicago to Stanford, Harvard, and Meta 30:17

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In this incredibly insightful episode of No Boxes: Just Verses, we sit down with technology executive and operator, Panya Lei Yarber-King. Are you a leader trying to manage high-pressure situations, advocate for your worth, or find a deeper connection between your faith and your career? Panya’s journey is a powerful testament to resilience, the str…

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From STEM Camp to Mechanical Design Engineer: Kirsten's Journey in a Male-Dominated Field 53:57

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Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Kirsten Schulte, a mechanical design engineer who shares her inspiring journey from discovering engineering at a middle school STEM camp to navigating her career in a male-dominated industry. We dive deep into her experience at Florida Polytechnic University, the challenges and rewards of mechanical d…

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Lakecia Gunter on Her Journey From a Small Florida Town to Leadership at Intel and Microsoft 47:05

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In this powerful Verses in Service episode of No Boxes: Just Verses, we sit down with visionary global CTO and corporate board director, Lakecia Gunter. Are you a leader battling imposter syndrome, seeking to master the calculated risk, or looking to build a career that is truly purpose-driven? Lakecia's story is a profound testament to the value o…

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Elicia Pegues Spearman on Shattering Ceilings From FBI Lawyer and CHRO to Girl Scouts CEO and Alpha Kappa Alpha Regional Leader 45:26

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In this inspiring Verses in Service episode of No Boxes: Just Verses, we celebrate the journey of Elicia Pegues Spearman, CEO of Girl Scouts of Connecticut and a true trailblazer. Are you a leader trying to make a bold career pivot from law to operations, or looking to build a career defined by service and joy? Elicia's story is a powerful testamen…

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Nichole Jordan: Grief, Resilience, and the Journey to Wharton MBA, Tech Executive, and Servant Leadership as Alpha Kappa Alpha Regional Director 50:40

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In this special Verses in Service miniseries episode of No Boxes: Just Verses, we sit down with powerhouse operator and servant leader, Nichole Jordan. Are you a leader battling imposter syndrome, navigating traumatic personal loss, or looking for the blueprint to authentic leadership in corporate America? Nichole's journey is a powerful testament …

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Lockheed Martin adapting to a faster space race 33:12

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In this week’s episode of Space Minds, host Mike Gruss speaks with Robert Lightfoot, president, space at Lockheed Martin and former NASA associate administrator. Lightfoot takes us inside the company’s large space portfolio — from building weather and GPS satellites to advancing missile defense and next-generation interceptors. He shares how Lockhe…

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In this special edition of No Boxes: Just Verses, recorded live from Beverly Hills, we sit down with legendary MLB All-Star and current Senate candidate, Steve Garvey. Have you ever wondered what it takes to build a career defined by consistency and durability, both on and off the field? Steve's journey is a powerful testament to the value of mento…