Best Teenage Astronaut Podcasts (2024)

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Psyche's Epic Voyage to a Metal Asteroid - Interview with Chief Engineer David Oh 16:47

12M ago16:47

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Interview with David Oh, Chief EngineerNASA’s upcoming Psyche mission is a robotic spacecraft mission that will explore the asteroid 16 Psyche, which is believed to be made almost entirely of metal. The mission is scheduled to launch in October 2023 and arrive at the asteroid in 2026. The spacecraft will study the asteroid’s composition, geology, a…

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SpaceX Crew-7 – Interview with Pilot Andreas Mogensen 10:51

1y ago10:51

10:51

We’re just a few weeks away for the Crew-7 mission, the seventh operational flight of a Crew Dragon spacecraft. SpaceX’s Crew Dragon is a reusable spacecraft designed to transport astronauts to and from the International Space Station. It is part of NASA’s Commercial Crew Program, which aims to provide safe, reliable, and cost-effective transportat…

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Maisie Meets... CEO & Founder the Bold Leadership Practice and President & Co-Founder of Be Bold for Change 41:42

1y ago41:42

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In this episode, we meet Nickie Smith, CEO & Founder the Bold Leadership Practice and President & Co-Founder of Be Bold for Change. We talk about being a team leader and the importance of gender equality. She also gives us an insight on how to stand out when applying for a job and always going for all the opportunities given to you. I hope you enjo…

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From Teenage Tinkerer to SATCOM Pioneer: Andreas Voigt's Journey and the Future of Satellite Communications 26:56

1y ago26:56

26:56

Interview with Andreas Voigt, Satcoms Innovation Group Satellite communications is a fast-growing industry with lots of challenges. In this episode we speak with Andreas Voigt, a leader in the SatCOM industry. Andreas has more than 20 years of experience in the satellite communications industry, serving as senior engineer for Eutelsat and as direct…

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Unveiling the Dark Universe: Inside the Euclid Space Telescope Mission with Giuseppe Rocca 23:52

1y ago23:52

23:52

Interview with ESA Euclid Senior Project Manager, Giuseppe Racca. Since 2012 Giuseppe has been responsible for the Euclid mission, a space-based optical/near-infrared survey mission of the European Space Agency (ESA) designed to investigate the nature of dark energy, dark matter and gravity by observing their signatures on the geometry of the Unive…

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Asteroid Mining: Engineering the Future of Space - TransAstra CEO Joel Sercel 34:49

1y ago34:49

34:49

Harvesting Resources from the Moon and asteroids Hello and welcome to this exciting interview with Joel Sercel, the CEO and founder of TransAstra, a pioneering space company that is shaping the future of space exploration. Joel is a renowned expert in the field of space resource utilization and has been at the forefront of developing innovative tec…

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Maisie Meets... Astronaut Wrangler/Director of Space for a Better World 19:40

1y ago19:40

19:40

This episode is quite literally out of this world, as we meet Christina Korp the Astronaut Wrangler. She educates us on her amazing life journey and how she got to where she is today, which is very inspirational, because it is not what you would expect for someone working in space. I hope you take away some key lessons from what she talks about and…

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New Moon Landing Coming up - Intuitive Machines interview with Dr. Tim Crain 20:38

1y ago20:38

20:38

In this episode we discuss Intuitive Machines and how they plan on sending a lander to the Moon later this year! Intuitive Machines is a Houston-based company that designs and manufactures advanced spacecraft for government and commercial customers. Founded in 2013 by Dr. Tim Crain, a respected engineer and entrepreneur with over 20 years of experi…

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When The Heavens Went On Sale - Ashlee Vance interview (bestselling author of ELON MUSK) New Book 18:02

1y ago18:02

18:02

The Misfits and Geniuses Racing to Put Space Within Reach In this episode we speak with Ashlee Vance, New York Times bestselling author of ELON MUSK. In his latest book, WHEN THE HEAVENS WENT ON SALE, Ashlee takes us on a captivating journey into the world of commercial space, shedding light on the revolution happening right above our heads. With u…

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Maisie Meets... P.A. to Director of Women's Football (Baroness Sue Campbell) 43:57

1y ago43:57

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In this episode, we meet Emma Kernan-Staines, the P.A. to Director of Women's Football (Baroness Sue Campbell). She educates us and talks about her past experiences and how to recognise the positives in challenging situations. We also discussed the importance of being able to work with other people, understanding your core values and getting things…

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FORTITUDE – Forging the Trillion Dollar Space Economy 13:46

1y ago13:46

13:46

A Torsten Hoffman Documentary In this episode we feature Torsten Hoffmann, the award-winning filmmaker behind the upcoming documentary 'Fortitude: Forging the Trillion Dollar Space Economy'. For this film Torsten has interviewed more than 70 experts on four continents to cover the people, perils and promises behind the emerging space industry. Inte…

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THE NEW GUYS: The Historic Class of Astronauts That Broke Barriers and Changed the Face of Space Travel 12:53

1+ y ago12:53

12:53

The New Guys by Meredith Bagby I am delighted to welcome author and space historian Meredith Bagby to our show today. Meredith has just released her latest book, "THE NEW GUYS: The Historic Class of Astronauts That Broke Barriers and Changed the Face of Space Travel". In this captivating work, Meredith delves into the story of the first class of ci…

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Space Situational Awareness and Debris Management: Interview with Dr. Luisa Buinhas, CPO of Vyoma 28:25

1+ y ago28:25

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Space situational awareness and debris management Welcome to our interview with Dr. Luisa Buinhas, the Chief Program Officer of Vyoma, a company revolutionizing the way space debris is monitored and managed. Luisa has a background in space situational awareness and debris management, and her company offers a range of technology and services to help…

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Exploring the Icy Moons of Jupiter: An Interview with ESA's JUICE Operational Scientist, Claire Vallat 18:35

1+ y ago18:35

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Get ready to explore Jupiter’s icy moons with the European Space Agency's JUICE mission. Join us as we uncover the secrets of one of the solar system's most mysterious and fascinating places. —————————————————————— ツ HOPE YOU ENJOY THIS INTERVIEW! 👉 Don't forget to subscribe to this channel & press the bell 🔔 for more updates. 👉 Subscribe now: http…

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“1,000 Facts About Space” and “How to Teach Grownups About Pluto” with Astronomer Dean Regas 30:41

1+ y ago30:41

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Two Fascinating New Kids (and everyone else!) Books for Astronomy Did you know that one of Saturn’s moons is so hollow it would float on water? Or that Jupiter might have diamonds floating in its clouds? Learn about these and others in 1,000 Facts about Space, a new book by astronomer Dean Regas, who joins us next in today’s episode. ——————————————…

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SpaceX Crew-6 featuring interview with UAE Astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi 9:04

1+ y ago9:04

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SpaceX Crew-6 is launching soon, with many first-time surprises. The sixth SpaceX commercial crew mission to the International Space Station for NASA is scheduled to launch in a few days from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. —————————————————————— ツ HOPE YOU ENJOY THIS INTERVIEW! 👉 Don't forget to subscribe to this chan…

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Revolutionizing Satellite Communications: An Interview with QuadSAT CEO Joakim Espeland on Using Drones 19:18

1+ y ago19:18

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Joakim Espeland is the CEO and co-founder of QuadSAT, a Danish company that has developed brand new tools and techniques for testing and calibrating satellite antennas using a drone-based solution. He has already led the company from idea to $million revenue and continues to grow it. Early on, this technology was recognized as a “game changer” for …

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Dragonfly – Space Helicopter to explore Saturn’s Moon Titan – Interview with Principal Investigator Elizabeth “Zibi” Turtle 23:03

1+ y ago23:03

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Dragonfly, an upcoming mission from the Applied Physics Laboratory, is a pioneering project that aims to explore Saturn's largest moon, Titan. The mission will send a rotorcraft called Dragonfly to Titan's surface to study its geology, atmosphere, and potential habitability. Titan is of particular interest to scientists because it has a thick atmos…

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Season 4 Trailer 1:03

1+ y ago1:03

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Season 4 starts February 1st! Here's a sneak peek at some of our episodes.By Chuck Fields

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Season 4 Starts February 1st! 1:02

1+ y ago1:02

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The fourth season of "Your Space Journey" starts on February 1st! This season, we'll be taking you on an exciting journey through the latest and greatest in space exploration. First up, we'll be diving into the Dragonfly mission to Titan, led by APL. This mission will see a drone-like spacecraft explore the surface of Titan, one of Saturn's moons, …

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SPACE RACE 2.0: Interview with author Brad Bergan 17:42

1+ y ago17:42

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SPACE RACE 2.0: SpaceX, Blue Origin, Virgin Galactic, NASA, and the Privatization of the Final Frontier Interview with Author Brad Bergan In this episode we’ll discuss SPACE RACE 2.0, a new book that follows the development of commercial space exploration to the present, including today’s major players SpaceX, Blue Origin and Virgin Galactic. Joini…

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SpaceX Crew 5 JAXA Astronaut Koichi Wakata interview (2020 rerelease) 18:19

2y ago18:19

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Interview with SpaceX Crew-5 JAXA astronaut, Dr. Koichi Wakata (re-release interview from 2020). Dr. Koichi Wakata has accumulated more than 350 days in space spanning five missions, setting a record in Japanese human space flight history for the longest stay in space. He has flown on three space shuttle missions, and a Soyuz mission, and became th…

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NASA Artemis I – Dave Reynolds, Deputy Program Manager for SLS Booster Subsystems 19:25

2y ago19:25

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In this episode we’ll discuss NASA’s upcoming Artemis 1 mission, scheduled to launch no earlier than the end of this month. The Space Launch System rocket, or “SLS” will propel the Orion spacecraft on its mission around the Moon and back to Earth. Artemis 1 will be an uncrewed flight test that will travel farther than any other human-rated spacecra…

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TOP GUN: MAVERICK - Aerial Coordinator & Camera Pilot Kevin LaRosa II 18:12

2y ago18:12

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Kevin LaRosa II is the Aerial Coordinator & Camera Pilot for Top Gun: Maverick. He’s one of Hollywood’s most sought-after pilot and aerial coordinators, licensed to fly a variety of aircraft ranging from helicopters and airplanes to Learjets and more. He’s known for his work on major blockbusters including Ironman, The Avengers, and Transformers 5.…

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The Origins and Construction of Mir, Mir the first Modular Space Station Ep 1 11:32

2y ago11:32

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In the first episode of a two-part series about the first modular space station, Mir or peace in Russian. In this episode, we talk about the origins and construction of the station. Check out my socials! Twitter: https://twitter.com/TeenageAstrona3 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teenage_ast... Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2J5piu…

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Starlink Internet – Is it right for you? 16:59

2+ y ago16:59

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Two Starlinks, two locations, two slightly different results. In this episode I tested out Starlink internet in two locations 1,000 miles apart. First we try it out in central Florida, then we go to Indianapolis to test another unit. We tested 4k, multiple 4k streams, FaceTime, multiple devices, upload and more. The results surprised us... 👉 Don't …

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What is the Solar Wind? Tribute to Dr. Eugene Parker – Visionary Heliophysicist & Solar Wind Pioneer 21:10

2+ y ago21:10

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This is a tribute to the late solar astrophysicist Dr. Eugene Parker, featuring my phone interview with him from 2018. In the mid-1950s Dr. Parker developed the theory of the supersonic solar wind and predicted the spiral shape of the solar magnetic field. He was elected to the National Academy of Sciences in 1967 and received numerous honors throu…

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SPACE JUNK: How Privateer plans to protect the space environment – Interview with Dr. Moriba Jah 20:52

2+ y ago20:52

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In today’s episode we’ll explore the growing problem of space junk and how the new company Privateer Space is working to help make space safer. Joining us today is Dr. Moriba Jah, the Chief Scientist of Privateer. Moriba is a co-founder of Privateer along with the company’s CEO Alex Fielding and the company’s president, Steve Wozniak. Moriba is a r…

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Rapid Space History Ep 2, Sea Dragon, The Craziest Rocket Ever 9:49

2+ y ago9:49

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Twitter https://twitter.com/TeenageAstrona3Instagram https://www.instagram.com/teenage_ast... Website https://teenageastronaut.weebly.com/ Sources Music-https://www.joystock.org Info https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sea_Dra...) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teenageastro007/message…

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SpaceX Polaris Dawn Crew Interview Scott “Kidd” Poteet, Mission Pilot 24:30

2+ y ago24:30

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In this episode we speak with Scott “Kidd” Poteet, a Mission Pilot for the new SpaceX Polaris Program. Kidd is a retired U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel with more than 3,000 flying hours as a pilot and over 400 hours of combat time. Most recently Kidd served as the Mission Director for Inspiration4, the world’s first all-civilian mission to space…

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Rapid Space History Ep 1, a brief history of Proton 10:39

2+ y ago10:39

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Welcome to Rapid Space History the show where I talk about space stuff from the past just really fast. In this week's episode, I talk about the Proton Rocket. INTRO/OUTRO Music: https://www.joystock.org Information: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Proton_...) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teenageastro007/message…

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The History of SLS Part 2, The Slow Launch System, SSBTA S2 Ep2 17:50

2+ y ago17:50

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In this month's episode of Space Stuff by Teenage Astronaut, I talk about SLS, Orion, and the purpose of Artemis. Sources: Artemis Information: https://www.nasa.gov/specials/artemis/Intro/Outro Music: https://www.joystock.org --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teenageastro007/message…

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James Webb Space Telescope – Interview with Lee Feinberg, Optical Telescope Element Manager 23:03

2+ y ago23:03

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What will the James Webb Space Telescope discover? Will it be able to detect alien life? How does it compare to Hubble? Find out in this interview with Lee Feinberg, JWST's Optical Telescope Element Manager. Lee Feinberg has been the Optical Telescope Element Manager for the James Webb Space Telescope at the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center for the…

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Rocket Boy Homer Hickam – Don’t Blow Yourself Up! 26:03

2+ y ago26:03

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Interview with Homer Hickam Homer Hickam is the New York Times #1 best-selling author of 19 books, including ‘Rocket Boys’ which became the major motion picture ‘October Sky’, starring Jake Gyllenhaal as Homer. In this interview Homer talks about how his fascination with rockets began in October, 1957 with the launch of Sputnik. He also shares deta…

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SSBTA S1 Finale. SLS news, FAA EIA, and Starliner news 11:12

3y ago11:12

11:12

In the season finale of SSBTA Season 1 we talk about, SLS getting stacked, the FAA EIA public comment period beginning, and some Starliner news. Today on Space Stuff by Teenage Astronaut The Teenage Astronaut website https://teenageastronaut.weebly.com Teenage Astronaut official Twitter https://twitter.com/TeenageAstrona3 --- Send in a voice messag…

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SpaceX Crew-3: Interview with Pilot Dr. Thomas Marshburn 12:39

3y ago12:39

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Interview with SpaceX Crew-3 pilot Tom Marshburn Dr. Thomas Marshburn is the pilot of the Crew Dragon spacecraft and second in command for the SpaceX Crew-3 mission, which launched November 2021. He is responsible for spacecraft systems and performance. Once aboard the International Space Station (ISS), he will serve as an Expedition 66 flight engi…

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COLONIES IN SPACE – The High Frontier: The Untold Story of Gerard K. O’Neill 18:12

3y ago18:12

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In this episode we dive into the new award-winning documentary about inspirational physics professor Gerry K. O’Neill. Gerry was a Princeton University professor who changed the face of space exploration during the 1970s and 80s with his plans for building human colonies in space. His innovative ideas inspired many, including Johnny Carson and Isaa…

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Want a Career in Space? Interview with space career coach Laura Seward Forczyk 16:21

3y ago16:21

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Are you interested in pursuing a career in space? In this episode we interview space consultant and author, Laura Seward Forczyk. Laura is the owner of Astralytical, a space consulting firm specializing in space science, industry, and policy. Laura & her company also offer space & aerospace career coaching services to students and professionals. In…

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Kubos: Moving space to the cloud 13:00

3y ago13:00

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Cloud-Based Mission Control In this episode we speak with Tyler Browder, CEO and founder of Kubos, a satellite software company. Tyler joins us to discuss how their company’s cloud-based mission control platform, Major Tom, helps operators take care of every aspect of a satellite’s flight software, from mission design and onboard software to hardwa…

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Kessler Syndrome and space debris, SSBTA Ep 11 23:49

3y ago23:49

23:49

In episode 11 I talk about space junk and some ideas for fixing it. My Twitter https://twitter.com/TeenageAstrona3 My Podcast hub https://anchor.fm/teenageastro007 My website https://teenageastronaut.weebly.com/ Sources https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mission_Extension_Vehicle https://www.esa.int/Safety_Security/Clean_Space/ESA_commissions_world_s_fi…

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SPACE ROBOTS: Interview with Rogue Space Systems CEO Jeromy Grimmett 22:15

3y ago22:15

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In this episode we explore speak with Jeromy Grimmett, the founder & CEO of Rogue Space Systems. Rogue is a new space startup company that is creating orbital robots, or “Orbots”, that will repair and service satellites using Artificial Intelligence. Their new service will increase satellite lifespans, reducing the need to replace expensive space a…

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March 29th 2020 An Explosive Day, SSBTA Ep10. 18:06

3y ago18:06

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In today's episode of Space Stuff by Teenage Astronaut, I talk about the final test of the SN4 prototype to celebrate my tenth episode. Sources https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7YaFsUWgN3s Twitter https://twitter.com/TeenageAstrona3 Website https://www.teenageastronaut.weebly.com Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/teenageastronautgaming --- Send in a voic…

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China landing on mars, Ingenuity fly's, and Falcon 9 fly's for the tenth time SSBTA Ep 9 18:59

3y ago18:59

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Today on Space Stuff by Teenage Astronaut and today I talk about Chinas upcoming Mars landing, Ingenuitus flights, and how SpaceX just launched a Falcon 9 for the tenth time. Check out my Twitter https://twitter.com/TeenageAstrona3 Check my WIP Website https://teenageastronaut.weebly.com/ Sources https://www.nasaspaceflight.com/2021/... https://www…

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SN11 Fly's, SN15 Fly's, Falcon 9 set to fly for tenth time SSBTA Ep 8 26:57

3y ago26:57

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In today's episode I talk about SN11's Test Flight, SN15's Test Flight, and how a Falcon 9 will soon fly for the tenth time. All music in this video is mine for video, version go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L8X4IUk2QgA&t=8s also, check out my WIP Website https://teenageastronaut.weebly.com Twitter https://twitter.com/TeenageAstrona3 --- Send…

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Is There Alien Life In Our Solar System? Europa Might Hold the Key | Interview w/ David W Brown 21:14

3+ y ago21:14

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Is there life on Europa and in our Solar System? We'll discuss this question and more in this David Brown interview that will talk about just how close we are to finding an answer about alien life in our own backyard. David's book, THE MISSION, discusses NASA’s upcoming Europa Clipper mission and the scientists, engineers and other key figures behi…

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The Future of My Podcast, Starship Testing, SLS Has Successful Test, and the YouTube Channel and Website. SSBTA Ep8 13:28

3+ y ago13:28

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In today's episode, I talk about a bunch of podcast and space stuff. All future episodes will have a YouTube adaptation. visit my website www.teenageastronaut.weebly.com my Twitter is https://twitter.com/TeenageAstrona3 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teenageastro007/message…

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SpaceX Crew-2: ESA Tames the Dragon, Thomas Pesquet Interview, and More 17:31

3+ y ago17:31

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In this episode we discuss the news around NASA’s SpaceX Crew-2 mission, the second rotational flight to the ISS which launched in late April 2021. We also feature an interview with European Space Agency's astronaut, Thomas Pesquet, where we are fortunate to have a pre-launch press conference Q&A with him and other Crew-2 astronauts. This episode w…

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Percy Lands, SpaceX Loses Falcon 9. Space Stuff This Week Ep 3 12:59

3+ y ago12:59

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In This episode of SSTW, i talk about SSTW --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teenageastro007/message

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Space Stuff This Week Ep 2 17:29

3+ y ago17:29

17:29

In this episode, I finally come back and cover what happened in the past two weeks --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teenageastro007/message

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How Rockets Work Ep 1 Abort Systems 14:33

3+ y ago14:33

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In the first episode of a series where i talk about how rockets work i talk about abort systems. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teenageastro007/message

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