Andi Plantenberg | How I Tested A Mission To the Moon

In this conversation, David J Bland interviews Andi Plantenberg about her experience with testing and experimentation, particularly in the context of NASA missions. 

They discuss the importance of testing early stage ideas, the challenges of navigating a culture of perfection and safety, and the need for fluidity and adaptability in the face of uncertainty. 

Andi shares insights from her work with NASA, including the use of simulated mission control rooms and the iterative design of software. 

She also emphasizes the importance of systems thinking and the need to address complex problems in a holistic way. 

Overall, the conversation highlights the value of experimentation in driving innovation and addressing the pressing challenges of our time.

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What is How I Tested That?

Testing your ideas against reality can be challenging. Not everything will go as planned. It’s about keeping an open mind, having a clear hypothesis and running multiple tests to see if you have enough directional evidence to keep going.

This is the How I Tested That Podcast, where David J Bland connects with entrepreneurs and innovators who had the courage to test their ideas with real people, in the market, with sometimes surprising results.

Join us as we explore the ups and downs of experimentation… together.