About this episode

In this episode of the Marquis Masters Podcast, Ryan Estes sits down with Steve Munkeby, founder of NextGen Publications, to explore a remarkable career spanning the U.S. military, aerospace innovation, robotics, and, now, authorship in the age of generative AI.

Steve shares how watching the moon landing at age 14 inspired his journey into aerospace, eventually leading him to work on the Space Shuttle program and in robotics for space exploration. He discusses how military leadership training shaped his ability to make decisions under pressure and reinvent himself across multiple industries.

The conversation then shifts to one of today’s most urgent topics: generative AI. Steve breaks down why AI feels intimidating to so many people and explains how it’s actually far simpler than most assume. Through practical examples, including translating complex medical reports into plain English and helping veterans convert military experience into civilian career language, he demonstrates how AI can serve as a powerful tool for clarity, opportunity, and lifelong learning.

Listeners will walk away with insights on:

• How to use generative AI by asking better questions

• Why AI is a companion, not a replacement

• Translating military skills into civilian careers using AI

• The future of robotics and humanized technology

• Reinvention as a lifelong strategy for growth

• Leadership under pressure and decision-making discipline

Steve also reflects on truth, the Socratic method, and why questioning assumptions is more important than ever in a rapidly changing technological world.

Whether you’re a founder, veteran, executive, technologist, or lifelong learner, this episode offers practical guidance on staying relevant and confident in the AI era.

Links Mentioned in This Episode

• Steve Munkeby Website: https://stevemunkeby.com/ 

• Steve Munkeby on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevemunkeby/ 

• Marquis Who’s Who: https://marquiswhoswho.com

  
  

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