Origin Stories Space Podcast
Origin Stories Space Podcast
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The journey into space isn't always the smoothest, but the destination is out of this world! Ever wondered how to blaze a trail in the space sector? Want to know how other entrepreneurs made their own big bang? Find out the answers to the big questions and more with our podcast series - Origin Stories.
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The podcast covers a broad range of themes including unconventional career paths in aerospace, cutting-edge technologies, and the importance of diversity and inclusion in the space sector. Episodes showcase topics such as the transition from mechanical to electrical engineering in aerospace, the challenges of being a trailblazing astronaut, and innovative projects that harness advanced data science for space weather forecasting.
The journey into space isn’t always the smoothest, but the destination is out of this world! Ever wondered how to blaze a trail in the space sector? Want to know how other entrepreneurs made their own big bang? Find out the answers to the big questions and more with our podcast series – Origin Stories.
In this episode, we welcome Jeff Thornburg, co-founder of Portal Space Systems, who shares his inspiring journey from a small town in Southern Illinois to the aerospace industry. He discusses his early life, growing up in a community with strong agricultural and mining roots, and how supportive family and teachers fueled his passion for science, math, and technology. Jeff recounts his educational path, including receiving an ROTC scholarship for aerospace engineering at what is now the Missouri University of Science and Technology. He reflects on his transition from academia to a commissioned officer in the US Air Force, where he got hands-on experience with aircraft like the KC-135. Join us as we explore Jeff's motivations and the pivotal moments that led him to co-found a company dedicated to advancing space systems.
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