First Principles with Christian Keil

Nov 24 2024 20 ep. 63 mins 32
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On First Principles, Christian Keil, Host and Chief of Staff at Astranis, dives into the heart of innovation, making the complex world of deep tech startups approachable without needing a PhD.

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