Episode Appearances
Planetary Radio: Space Exploration, Astronomy and Science · Feb 18, 2026
A new chapter at The Planetary Society: Jennifer Vaughn becomes CEO
“Co-founder of The Planetary Society; professor at Caltech; influenced organization's scientific direction”
NASA Science Budget Advocacy and Federal Funding ProtectionNonprofit Leadership Succession PlanningSpace Exploration Missions and Planetary Science
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StarTalk Radio · Oct 28, 2025
Bill Nye Takeover
“Co-founder of Planetary Society; led JPL during Viking and Voyager missions”
NASA Budget Cuts and Proposed 25% ReductionMars Sample Return Mission CancellationEarth Science and Climate Monitoring Satellites
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Acquired · Dec 16, 2024
Mars Inc. (the chocolate story)
“William Murray's son; 20% owner of M&M Limited; pushed out by Forrest Mars in 1949 over sales performance.”
Vertical integration and supply chain control in manufacturingScale economics and operational efficiency metrics (ROTA)Television advertising and consumer marketing innovation
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