Feudal Future Podcast — The Future of Space Defense

Joel Kotkin and Marshall Toplansky — Wed, 24 Sep 2025 11:41:15 -0400

The landscape of American defense manufacturing has transformed dramatically since World War II—and not for the better. What happens when a nation with the world’s most advanced military technology can’t produce enough conventional artillery shells to supply Ukraine while maintaining its own reserves?

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Feudal Future: Reviving U.S. Semiconductor Supremacy

Joel Kotkin and Marshall Toplansky — Wed, 08 May 2024 17:55:36 -0400

Unlock the secrets behind the United States reclaiming its semiconductor sovereignty in the latest Feudal Future Podcast episode. Dr. John Berry and Ashwin Rangan, two trailblazers in the tech and education sectors, join us to dissect the urgent need for reshoring this pivotal industry. You’ll gain exclusive insights into the CHIPS Act’s role in this mission and the formidable obstacles we face, from cutting-edge technological requirements to cultivating a skilled workforce primed for innovation and growth.

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Feudal Future Podcast — The Future of Space Defense

Feudal Future: Reviving U.S. Semiconductor Supremacy