Small Steps, Giant Leaps
Tap into the experiences of NASA’s technical workforce as they develop missions to explore distant worlds—from the Moon to Mars, from Titan to Psyche. Learn how they advance technology to make aviation on Earth faster, quieter and more fuel efficient. Each biweekly episode celebrates program and project managers, engineers, scientists and thought leaders working on multiple fronts to advance aeronautics and space exploration in a bold new era of discovery. New episodes are released bi-weekly on Wednesdays.
EPISODE 125: CAPSTONE PROJECT: ARTEMIS I LESSONS LEARNED
Janet Karika, who retired recently from NASA after 43 years in the aerospace industry, shares career highlights and her approach to leading the Artemis I Lessons Learned process. Read More
EPISODE 124: THE GAME-CHANGING POTENTIAL OF IN-SPACE MANUFACTURING
Dive deep into the world of in-space manufacturing (ISM) with our guest, Zach Courtright, the In-Space Manufacturing Portfolio Manager at NASA. Zach shares his perspectives on cutting-edge advancements and collaborations in the field and the potential of the technology for game-changing impacts on space exploration and resource utilization. Read More
EPISODE 123: EXAMINING EARTH’S ATMOSPHERE WITH NASA’S PACE MISSION
Today, we look at NASA’s PACE mission, which seeks to unravel some of the mysteries of Earth’s atmosphere and the vital role played by aerosols and clouds. Join us as we delve into this fascinating journey with atmospheric scientist Dr. Kirk Knobelspiesse. Read More
EPISODE 122: CHARTING NEW HORIZONS: INSIDE NASA’S ORION MISSION
In this episode, we step behind the scenes of NASA's Orion project to explore the remarkable teamwork, leadership, and communication that drive this groundbreaking endeavor. Join us as we sit down with Stu McClung, the NASA Orion Test lead, to talk about the Orion mission and the human side of space exploration. Read More
EPISODE 121: THE ARTEMIS AND ETHICS REPORT EXPLAINED
In this episode, we chat with Dr. Zach Pirtle, a policy analyst for NASA’s Office of Technology, Policy and Strategy about NASA’s Artemis and Ethics workshop, which explored the ethical, legal, and societal implications of its Artemis and Moon to Mars missions. Read More
EPISODE 120: FUELING INNOVATION: HOW NASA SHARES KNOWLEDGE FOR PROGRESS
In this episode, we sit down with Jim Rostohar, Chief Knowledge Officer for NASA's Johnson Space Center, to explore the vital role of knowledge sharing within the organization. Read More
EPISODE 119: ROCKET PROPULSION TEST PROGRAM
Rocket Propulsion Test Program Manager Christine Powell discusses chemical propulsion testing at NASA’s world-class facilities. Read More
EPISODE 118: CENTER INNOVATION FUND AND EARLY CAREER INITIATIVE
NASA SpaceTech's Michael LaPointe and John Nelson discuss the Center Innovation Fund and Early Career Initiative. Read More
EPISODE 117: NASA TRADE AND TECHNICAL PROFESSIONALS, PART 3
NASA Marshall Space Flight Center Engineering Technicians John Hood, Amy Meekham, and Mark Sloan discuss details of their work on the Imaging X-ray Polarimetry Explorer. Read More