At GEOINT 2023 we sat down with Tom Ager, a renowned figure in the field of remote sensing and Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR). Tom took us on a captivating journey through the origins of SAR technology, highlighting its revolutionary impact on the remote sensing industry. With his wealth of knowledge, Tom also provides valuable insights into the latest SAR trends, shedding light on the cutting-edge advancements shaping the field. Moreover, he emphasizes the crucial role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) in leveraging SAR data to unlock unprecedented opportunities for analysis and decision-making.