The America Builds podcast sits at the nexus of national security, technology, and venture capital. We highlight the brilliant operators and investors pushing t...
Congressman Gabe Amo is the U.S. representative for Rhode Island's 1st congressional district.Our conversation touches on public service and the importance of engaging with constituents, the unique story of Rhode Island, and the strategic significance of the "blue economy." We also get into national security, discussing the state of NATO, the implications of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, and the challenges posed by China, particularly regarding Taiwan.Outline02:43 The journey into public service05:24 Engaging with constituents11:01 Understanding the blue economy15:44 National security and the navy19:02 Insights from the Foreign Affairs Committee21:51 The importance of Ukraine24:53 The state of NATO28:07 Taiwan and China31:10 Personal reflections and recommendations
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038: Bilal Zuberi, Lux Capital
We are wrapping up season 3 of America Builds with Bilal Zuberi from Lux Capital.
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037: Sarah Adams, CIA Targeter
In this conversation, Sarah, a former CIA officer, discusses her experience in targeting and tracking terrorists. She shares insights from her book on Benghazi and explains the career trajectory of a targeter. Sarah highlights the importance of human intelligence and the challenges of using open source intelligence.
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036: Tess Hatch, Partner at Bessemer Venture Partners
Tess Hatch is a Partner at Bessemer Venture Partners.
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035: Jon Pelson, China Expert
Jon Pelson is a China expert and the author of "Wireless Wars: China's Dangerous Domination of 5G and How We're Fighting Back."
The America Builds podcast sits at the nexus of national security, technology, and venture capital. We highlight the brilliant operators and investors pushing the boundaries of frontier technology.Hosted by Will Allen and Hayley Menser