Uploaded June 2025 | Updated September 2026, 5 days ago
The Burn Sequence episode 1 featuring special guest General Les Lyles discussing the future of space deterrence including the Golden Dome, missile technology, anti-satellite weapons and much, much more.
The Burn Sequence, a podcast hosted by Tory Bruno, former CEO of United Launch Alliance (ULA), takes listeners on a journey through the evolving world of space exploration and cutting-edge technology. Drawing from his own personal experiences over several decades, Tory explores everything from rocket science and the future of space missions to the impact of AI, national security, and innovation in the aerospace industry. Each episode dives into what’s next for society--whether it’s the next leap for spaceflight, advancements in space exploration, or the technologies shaping our future on Earth and beyond. The Burn Sequence is about more than just rockets, it’s about the ideas, strategies, and breakthroughs that will define the next era of exploration and security. Tune in for thought-provoking conversations and a look at what the future of space will bring us.
00:00 Introduction to General Les Lyles
01:11 The Need for Robust Missile Defense
04:20 Challenges in Missile Defense Development
08:50 Technological Advancements in Defense Systems
12:20 The Importance of Skilled Workforce
14:04 General Guttlund's Role in Golden Dome
16:19 Space's Role in Missile Defense
18:55 Contending with Hypersonic Threats
22:05 Lessons from Israel's Defense Strategies
24:00 The Future of Directed Energy Platforms
28:14 Lightning Round: Quickfire Questions
The Burn Sequence episode 1 featuring special guest General Les Lyles discussing the future of space deterrence including the Golden Dome, missile technology, anti-satellite weapons and much, much more.
The Burn Sequence, a podcast hosted by Tory Bruno, former CEO of United Launch Alliance (ULA), takes listeners on a journey through the evolving world of space exploration and cutting-edge technology. Drawing from his own personal experiences over several decades, Tory explores everything from rocket science and the future of space missions to the impact of AI, national security, and innovation in the aerospace industry. Each episode dives into what’s next for society--whether it’s the next leap for spaceflight, advancements in space exploration, or the technologies shaping our future on Earth and beyond. The Burn Sequence is about more than just rockets, it’s about the ideas, strategies, and breakthroughs that will define the next era of exploration and security. Tune in for thought-provoking conversations and a look at what the future of space will bring us.
00:00 Introduction to General Les Lyles
01:11 The Need for Robust Missile Defense
04:20 Challenges in Missile Defense Development
08:50 Technological Advancements in Defense Systems
12:20 The Importance of Skilled Workforce
14:04 General Guttlund's Role in Golden Dome
16:19 Space's Role in Missile Defense
18:55 Contending with Hypersonic Threats
22:05 Lessons from Israel's Defense Strategies
24:00 The Future of Directed Energy Platforms
28:14 Lightning Round: Quickfire Questions
