In this episode of BAM BizTalk, Angel Garcia sits down with Eric McManus of the Space Force Association to explore how *West Texas* is becoming a major player in the global space economy.
From launching rockets to 3D printing organs in zero gravity, this conversation reveals how *Texas* is driving space innovation, education, and national security through local grit and global vision.
**Topics Covered:**
00:00 Intro
01:50 Why Texas is leading the commercialization of space
06:30 How Midland supports space testing and innovation
10:15 Oil & gas meets space exploration
14:20 U.S. space dominance – the real story
20:10 Space domain awareness and national security
28:00 Printing organs in space: Healthcare revolution
35:40 The future of STEM and space education
42:00 Tech, robotics & getting kids involved
48:30 The Space Force Cadet Corps
54:00 How everyday West Texans can shape the future of space
👨🚀 **Guests:**
Eric McManus – Space Force Association
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