This week, The Founders Podcast examined the organizational philosophy behind Skunk Works, the legendary Lockheed Martin division that produced breakthrough aircraft like the U-2 and SR-71. Through Kelly Johnson's story, the episode explores how radical autonomy, small teams, and a willingness to break bureaucratic rules enabled sustained innovation in one of the world's most complex engineering environments.
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