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General Kevin Chilton | From Space to Nuclear Command: Leadership at the Highest Stakes

43 min · 6 de may de 2026
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In this episode, we sit down with General Kevin Chilton—former Cold War fighter pilot, NASA astronaut, and Commander of U.S. Strategic Command—for a powerful conversation on leadership, faith, and responsibility at the highest levels.  General Chilton shares gripping stories from his three Space Shuttle missions, including the high-stakes satellite rescue aboard Endeavour’s first flight. He also reflects on overseeing America’s nuclear deterrent and the weight of leading with clarity, accountability, and trust.  From the silence of space to the pressure of global command, this episode explores how technical excellence, humility, and faith shape great leadership.  Key Takeaways:  * Chilton’s journey from test pilot to NASA astronaut  * Lessons from Endeavour’s first mission and high-pressure problem-solving   * Why great leaders take responsibility for their team’s failures   * The experience of receiving the Eucharist while orbiting Earth   * “The rock in the rucksack”: leading with empathy and awareness   * How preparation and faith create calm under extreme pressure

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