30 Jul 2025
46m

Franklin Foer: Elon, the Man Who Ate NASA

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The Bulwark Podcast

In this episode of The Bulwark Podcast, host Tim Miller interviews Frank Foer, a staff writer at The Atlantic, about his article "The Man Who Ate NASA," focusing on Elon Musk's influence on the space program. They discuss the historical context of NASA, the rise of private space companies, and the implications of Musk's control over space technology. The conversation also touches on other topics, including Trump's comments on the Jeffrey Epstein case, a potential pardon for Diddy, Zelensky's anti-corruption efforts in Ukraine, and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, providing insights into current affairs and political issues.

Outlines

Part 1: Current Events and Technocracy

Part 2: Space Race History and Privatization

Part 3: Geopolitics and Humanitarian Crisis

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