#028 - Will Bruey: SpaceX Veteran Raising $50MM+ from Founders Fund, Khosla, Naval Ravikant and Pioneering Space Manufacturing (Varda.com)

This podcast episode explores the shift from discussing food delivery startups to harder technology, with a focus on space exploration and in-space manufacturing. The guest, an experienced engineer from SpaceX, shares his journey transitioning to the finance industry and the value of his engineering background in the field. The conversation highlights Varda Space Industries, a company leveraging the matured commoditization of space hardware to expand the economic bounds of humankind. The episode also discusses the unique challenges and opportunities in the space tech industry, the importance of regulations, and the evolving perspective of venture capitalists towards deep tech startups. Overall, it paints a picture of an exciting future where space exploration and accessibility go hand in hand.