In this episode of Space Power Discussions, students examine War in Space by Bleddyn Bowen. The book challenges myths about space conflict, emphasizing terrestrial politics and strategy. The discussion unpacks Bowen’s realist perspective, offering critical insights into how space warfare is shaped by Earth-bound power struggles, doctrine, and strategic competition.

All views expressed in this series are the speaker's own and are not necessarily reflective of the Department of Defense, the US government, any affiliated organizations, or the countries of the international students participating.

In this episode of Space Power Discussions, students dive into Test Gods by Nicholas Schmidle, which chronicles the daring world of test pilots and Virgin Galactic’s quest for spaceflight. The discussion explores risk, innovation, and the human element behind commercial space ventures—and what it means for the future of space power.

All views expressed in this series are the speaker's own and are not necessarily reflective of the Department of Defense, the US government, any affiliated organizations, or the countries of the international students participating.

In this episode of Space Power Discussions, students explore The Space Barons by Christian Davenport. The book profiles visionaries like Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos, tracing their rise in the commercial space sector. The discussion examines how private enterprise is reshaping space power, policy, and the future of space exploration and security.

All views expressed in this series are the speaker's own and are not necessarily reflective of the Department of Defense, the US government, any affiliated organizations, or the countries of the international students participating.