Tough Tech Vets is a podcast series focused on veteran entrepreneurs solving hard problems at the intersection of hardware and software. Hosted by Chris Ricks, a former Naval Submarine Officer and Founder of Starcube, a small modular reactor company that’s focused on building microreactors for critical infrastructure.
While there’s a lot of education around traditional startups for veterans, the Touch Tech landscape is a lot less clear. Whether you’re currently building a tough tech product or considering building one, this podcast is for you.
Learn more about Starcube and our efforts to build microreactors for critical infrastructure at www.starcube.tech
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