17 Imagining Space with Dr. Lois Rosson
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Emily and Alexa chat with NASA Historian Dr. Lois Rosson about the history of illustration in space exploration, how the NASA Art Program came to be, and the dark story behind the rocket emoji. 🚀 Dr. Lois Rosson is a historian of science and technology based in Los Angeles, where she currently works as a field historian in the NASA History Office. At NASA, Lois just completed a history of the Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy, SOFIA, and is currently working on a history of exoplanet research at the agency. Her current book project traces the impact of Los Angeles's art and...
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16 The Art and Design of Space Suit Replicas with Ryan Nagata
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Join us as we chat with artist and prop maker Ryan Nagata about his work replicating space suits and making props for movies. Ryan Nagata is based in Los Angeles and has made spacesuit replicas for various collectors and museums. You may have seen his work with Adam Savage of Mythbusters and , as well as on movies such as First Man and Fly Me to the Moon. His website is and you can find him on Instagram @RyanNagata.
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15 Science Communication for International Audiences with Dr. Elizabeth Tasker
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Join Emily and Alexa as they speak with Dr. Elizabeth Tasker about her trajectory in science communication for international audiences. Dr. Tasker is an associate professor at the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency, JAXA, Institute of Space and Astronautical Science, where she also serves on the outreach team. She originally founded and continues to write on the Institute's blog, Cosmos, and supports the English translation of press releases and social media feeds. Dr. Tasker also does international outreach for several space missions, including Hayabusa2, and is the international outreach...
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14 A Unique Career at NASA and Mentorship with Herb Baker
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Join Emily and Alexa as they chat with Herb Baker whose career spanned five decades working with NASA. Herb shares incredible stories from his recent memoir, From Apollo to Artemis, and insights he has earned from his work in the broader space community. Please see the Art Astra website (artastra.space) for this episode's transcript and show notes. -- Music credit: "Space" by Music_Unlimited
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13 Design and Music in Space with Sands Fish
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Join Emily and Alexa as they chat with experience designer Sands Fish about designing for life in outer space, inventing a musical instrument specifically for zero-g environments, and his work with MIT’s Space Exploration Initiative. Please see the Art Astra website (artastra.space) for this episode's transcript and show notes. -- Music credit: "Space" by Music_Unlimited
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12 Space2Inspire with Dr. Sian Proctor
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Join Emily and Alexa with their guest Dr. Sian “Leo” Proctor. Dr. Sian Proctor is a visionary poet, artist, explorer, and geoscience educator. In 2021, Dr. Proctor made history as the first woman commercial spaceship pilot and the only African-American woman to be a mission pilot. Her motto is “Space 2 Inspire,” and her mission is to bridge the gap between art and science, encouraging everyone to let their Earthlight shine. Please see the Art Astra website (artastra.space) for this episode's transcript and show notes. -- Music credit: "Space" by Music_Unlimited
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11 Mars Photography and Finding Your Way in Space with Dr. Tanya Harrison
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Join Emily and Alexa as they chat with planetary scientist and space industry strategist Dr. Tanya Harrison about Mars, science communication, and finding your path in the space industry. Please see the Art Astra website (artastra.space) for this episode's transcript and show notes. -- Music credit: "Space" by Music_Unlimited
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10 Security in Space with Schuyler Towne
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What challenges does physical security face in outer space? Would it be possible to pick a lock in space? Join Emily, Alexa, and their guest, historian of security Schuyler Towne, as they discuss how the history of security may help inform the security of the future. Please see the Art Astra website () for this episode's transcript and show notes. -- Music credit: "Space" by Music_Unlimited
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09 Space History Auctions with Cassandra Hatton
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Have you ever wondered about what goes into planning and executing a space history auction? Emily and Alexa talk to Cassandra Hatton, Global Head of the Science & Popular Culture department at Sotheby’s auction house. Cassandra has set market records in space exploration, history of science and technology, natural history, and popular culture markets worldwide. Please see the Art Astra website () for this episode's transcript and show notes. -- Music credit: "Space" by Music_Unlimited
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08 Space in Visual Design with Deborah Johnson
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Have you ever wondered how concert sets and visual effects are designed? This week, Emily and Alexa talk with Deborah Johnson, aka Candy Stations, who designed the visual effects for Sufjan Stevens’ space-inspired “Planetarium” and “Age of Adz” album tours, and has collaborated with several other artists and musicians for performances across the country. Please see the Art Astra website () for this episode's transcript and show notes. -- Music credit: "Space" by Music_Unlimited
info_outlineJoin Emily and Alexa as they chat with Amanda Ohlke, Director of Adult Education at the International Spy Museum, about James Bond's adventures in space through the decades, and how those adventures reflected the public imagination over time. Ohlke also provides a sneak peek at the upcoming exhibition "Bond in Motion," now open and on view at the International Spy Museum in Washington, DC, until April 2025.
Please see the Art Astra website (artastra.space) for this episode's transcript and show notes.
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Music credit: “Space” by Music_Unlimited