The Burn Sequence
Episodes
Episode 11: Santa Claus
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This holiday season, Santa joined us for a special episode with the elves keeping careful watch to ensure no North Pole secrets were revealed. Santa C...
Episode 10: Destin Sandlin
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tory Bruno and Destin Sandlin explore the fascinating world of rocket science and engineering. They discuss Destin's journey from a mechanical enginee...
Episode 9: Rob Meyerson
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tory Bruno and Rob Meyerson discuss the potential of harvesting natural resources from space, focusing on the Moon and helium-3. They explore the impo...
Episode 8: Butch Wilmore
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tory Bruno and astronaut Butch Wilmore discuss the significance of space exploration, sharing personal experiences from their careers. They delve into...
Episode 7: Dr. Miles Yu
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tory Bruno and Dr. Miles Yu discuss the growing threat posed by China, particularly in terms of military buildup, strategic competition, and the impor...
Episode 6: Dr. Thomas Zurbuchen
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode features Tory Bruno and Dr. Thomas Zurbuchen who served as NASA’s Science Mission Directorate associate administrator from 2016 to 2022...
Episode 5: Lt. Gen. Nina Armagno
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
She helped build the U.S. Space Force. She was the first woman general officer in its history. Lt. Gen. Nina Armagno (Ret.) joins Tory Bruno to discus...
Episode 4: Amanda Bacchetti
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Vulcan isn’t just another rocket. It’s America’s most advanced launch system. Guest Amanda Bacchetti, Vehicle Upgrades Director at ULA, joins Th...
Episode 3: Jeff Armstrong
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Space tech, innovation, and inspiring the next generation. Cal Poly President Jeff Armstrong joins Tory to discuss the demand for engineers, STEM educ...
Episode 2: Jim Bridenstine
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The second episode of the Burn Sequence featuring special guest Jim Bridenstine, former NASA Administrator and member of Congress discuss space techno...
Episode 1: General Lester L. Lyles
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Burn Sequence episode 1 featuring special guest General Les Lyles discussing the future of space deterrence including the Golden Dome, missile tec...