Best NASA Johnson Space Center Podcasts (2025)

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Mars is Hard. Here's Why. 46:03

2d ago46:03

46:03

NASA astronaut Stan Love discusses the challenges of sending humans to Mars and what it will take to get us to the Red Planet. HWHAP 391.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Episode 443: From Wichita to the Moon: CosmoShox at Johnson Space Center 45:00

2d ago45:00

45:00

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Exploration park 39:13

9d ago39:13

39:13

Two NASA experts talk about Exploration Park, a research facility near Johnson Space Center will enable collaboration with the agency on space hardware development. HWHAP 390.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Runway to the Stars 34:54

16d ago34:54

34:54

A NASA aircraft operations expert discusses the aviation history and work being done at Ellington Field in Houston as a training ground for astronauts. HWHAP 389.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Private Astronaut Mission Management 53:28

23d ago53:28

53:28

NASA and Axiom Space mission managers discuss how they work together to enable private astronaut missions ahead of Axiom Mission 4’s launch. HWHAP 388.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Mission Control: Eye of the Storm 1:01:43

1M ago1:01:43

1:01:43

A NASA Flight Director and Capsule Communicator, or CAPCOM, discuss their roles and journeys to some of the most recognizable positions in Mission Control. HWHAP 387.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Moon Material Flammability 46:17

1M ago46:17

46:17

Two NASA experts discuss an experiment that will further our understanding of flame behavior on the lunar surface to keep astronauts safe. HWHAP 386.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Commercial and International Lunar Rovers 1:00:45

1M ago1:00:45

1:00:45

Two NASA project managers discuss how astronauts will drive on the lunar surface during future Moon missions. HWHAP 385.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Natural Disaster Response 45:57

2M ago45:57

45:57

A NASA scientist discusses how imagery and data collected from the International Space Station can support natural disaster response teams on the ground. HWHAP 384By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Mission Control: Special Operations 57:20

2M ago57:20

57:20

Four NASA flightcontrollers discuss specialized operations like spacewalks and spacecraftarrivals that keep the International Space Station running. HWHAP383By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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This is Mission Control Houston 1:14:17

2M ago1:14:17

1:14:17

After 37 years atNASA, an experienced commentator of more than 80 shuttle flights shares lessonsof communications and leadership ahead of his retirement. HWHAP 382By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Episode 442: April in Orbit: Apollo 16 and What’s Ahead in 2025 12:05

2M ago12:05

12:05

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Commercial Lunar Tools and Science 46:24

2M ago46:24

46:24

Two NASA Artemis experts discuss how the agency is preparing future moonwalkers to use new tools to explore the unique science near the lunar South Pole. HWHAP 381By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Mission Control: Schedule and Inventory 56:30

3M ago56:30

56:30

Four flight controllers from NASA’s Mission Control Center discuss how they create astronauts’ daily schedules, track where all equipment is stored, and manage electricity and internet on the space station. HWHAP 380By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Commercial Lunar Spacesuits 55:35

3M ago55:35

55:35

NASA and Axiom Space experts discuss the lunar spacesuit Axiom is developing that astronauts will wear when they step foot on the Moon again during the Artemis III mission. HWHAP 379By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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The Pursuit of Lifelong Learning 56:49

3M ago56:49

56:49

NASA astronaut Jonny Kim discusses his upcoming mission to the International Space Station, his experience in the military and medical field, and his journey to becoming an astronaut. HWHAP 378By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Mission Control: Crew Health Consoles 47:11

3M ago47:11

47:11

Three flight controllers from NASA’s Mission Control Center discuss their roles and how they monitor and maintain a healthy crew aboard the International Space Station. HWHAP 377By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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I Want My NASA TV 57:47

4M ago57:47

57:47

NASA Johnson’s multimedia team leads discuss what it takes to capture and share the story of space exploration and how methods have evolved since the Apollo era. HWHAP 376By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Crew-10 1:08:27

4M ago1:08:27

1:08:27

NASA’s SpaceX Crew-10 cadre each discuss their backgrounds and upcoming mission to the International Space Station. HWHAP 375By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Mission Control: The Communications Corridor 1:12:21

4M ago1:12:21

1:12:21

Four communications experts from NASA’s Mission Control Center discuss their roles in connecting astronauts in space to partners, control centers, and the general public. HWHAP 374By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Intuitive Machines Returns to the Moon 1:02:20

4M ago1:02:20

1:02:20

NASA’s Commercial Lunar Payload Services project scientist and Intuitive Machines President and CEO discuss upcoming IM-2 mission and what’s in store for this delivery to the lunar surface. HWHAP 373.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Space Cargo 49:35

5M ago49:35

49:35

NASA experts discuss launching and returning cargo to the International Space Station and the planning that goes into delivering several months worth of supplies and crucial science to astronauts in space. HWHAP 372.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Bringing Astronauts Home 54:40

5M ago54:40

54:40

NASA's Recovery Director discusses the splashdown and recovery process and how she helps to ensure safety, not just for the space travelers, but for all recovery team members. HWHAP 371.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Spaceflight Adaptation 59:15

5M ago59:15

59:15

NASA's Chief Health and Medical Officer discusses the impacts spaceflight has on the human body and how flight surgeons and other medical professionals on the ground help astronauts mitigate those impacts. HWHAP 370.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Mission Control: Station in Motion 51:08

5M ago51:08

51:08

Three flight controllers from NASA’s Mission Control Center discuss how their consoles, ADCO, TOPO, and SPARTAN, keep the space station flying from the ground. Listen and find out what each console does! HWHAP 369.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Gateway: Japan in Deep Space 40:58

5M ago40:58

40:58

Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) astronaut Aki Hoshide discusses how JAXA is contributing to NASA’s lunar space station, Gateway, and future Artemis missions. HWHAP 368.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Blue Ghost Mission 1 47:52

6M ago47:52

47:52

NASA and Firefly Aerospace experts discuss the upcoming launch of Blue Ghost Mission 1, its lunar lander, and the science and technology being delivered to the Moon’s surface. HWHAP 367.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Moon to Mars: Reviewing the Architecture 39:13

6M ago39:13

39:13

NASA’s expert in exploration architectures discusses how the agency stays on track to take humans farther into deep space through reviews such as the Architecture Concept review. HWHAP 366.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Johnson's Front Door 36:22

7M ago36:22

36:22

On episode 365, Johnson Space Center’s Chief Technologist discusses how Johnson and White Sands Test Facility are opening their Front Doors to those interested in exploring opportunities, capabilities, technology and data available to different organizations.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Apollo Legend to Shuttle Trailblazer 52:23

7M ago52:23

52:23

On episode 364, former NASA astronaut Fred Haise discusses his experiences from Apollo 13 and beyond.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Orion Parachutes 1:00:48

7M ago1:00:48

1:00:48

On episode 363, NASA experts discuss one of the most critical components of returning to Earth from space: the parachute system. Take a deep dive into how these parachutes were engineered and tested to bring NASA's Orion spacecraft and crewmembers back home safely.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Episode 441: Skylab Reentry Live Recording 51:57

7M ago51:57

51:57

This episode is jam-packed with awesome guests and Skylab reentry stories. Emily Carney, David Hitt, and Dwight Steven-Boniecki joined me to talk about all things Skylab, give it a listen! Emily Carney- Star Bound: A Beginner's Guide to the American Space Program, from Goddard's Rockets to Goldilocks Planets and Everything in Between By Emily Carne…

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Suited for the Moon 1:18:58

8M ago1:18:58

1:18:58

On episode 362, a NASA project manager and a design engineer discuss the Orion Crew Survival System Suit that future Artemis crews will wear on their journeys to and from the Moon.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Call Sign: Gold Flight 1:22:48

8M ago1:22:48

1:22:48

On episode 361, former NASA flight director Gerry Griffin discusses his trailblazing career in the agency and his experience leading multiple Apollo missions, including the final lunar landing on Apollo 17.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Voting From Space 33:54

8M ago33:54

33:54

On episode 360, NASA experts discuss how NASA astronauts have the opportunity to exercise their right to vote from aboard the International Space Station and the process to make it happen.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Astrobiology 53:02

8M ago53:02

53:02

On episode 359, a NASA astrobiology program scientist discusses looking for signs of life beyond us in the stars, and the study of the origin, evolution, and distribution of life in the universe.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Our Orbiting Lab's Benefits for Humanity 48:23

8M ago48:23

48:23

On episode 358, the Deputy Chief Scientist for the International Space Station dives into the different ways the orbiting laboratory provides benefits to humanity.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Leadership at All Levels 53:01

9M ago53:01

53:01

On episode 357, Deputy Center Director of NASA’s Johnson Space Center Steve Koerner reflects on his 32-year-long career at NASA and discusses the values of leadership.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Gateway: To the Future 54:19

9M ago54:19

54:19

On episode 356, United Arab Emirates astronaut Hazzaa Ali Almansoori and NASA lunar architecture lead Shatel Bhakta discuss Gateway’s unique airlock, as well as how the lunar outpost will prepare us for a journey to Mars.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Call Sign: White Flight 1:05:47

9M ago1:05:47

1:05:47

On episode 355, Gene Kranz, lead flight director for Apollo mission 13, discusses leading America to the first lunar landing, his leadership and legacy, and lessons that must be carried into NASA's future exploration goals.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Crew-9 45:48

9M ago45:48

45:48

On episode 354, NASA astronaut Nick Hague and Roscosmos cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov of discuss their mission, personal life, and preparation ahead of their launch to the station.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Developing Artemis II Training 35:35

10M ago35:35

35:35

On episode 353, the Artemis II crew’s chief training officer discusses her career at NASA, the complexity of astronaut training, and what it takes to prepare the quartet for their mission around the Moon.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Gateway: At Your Service 43:51

10M ago43:51

43:51

On episode 352, a Gateway manager and a CSA astronaut discuss how commercial cargo missions and robotic systems will be vital for sustaining the future lunar space station.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Let's B-Complex 36:01

10M ago36:01

36:01

NASA nutrition scientists discuss how a daily B vitamin supplement might prevent vision changes in astronauts during long-duration space missions. HWHAP Episode 351.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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The Non-Stop Scientist 42:01

10M ago42:01

42:01

NASA astronaut Don Pettit discusses his life and career ahead of his fourth flight to the International Space Station. HWHAP Episode 350.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Surpassing a Year in Space 39:33

11M ago39:33

39:33

NASA astronaut Frank Rubio reflects on his record-breaking 371 days aboard the International Space Station. HWHAP Episode 349.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Gateway: Together to the Moon 25:06

11M ago25:06

25:06

European Space Agency astronaut Luca Parmitano discusses the international elements of the Gateway lunar space station. HWHAP Episode 348.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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After a Year on Mars 39:39

11M ago39:39

39:39

The CHAPEA Mission 1 crew reflects on their year inside of a simulated Mars habitat and shares their perspectives of what it takes to be a successful Martian crew member. HWHAP Episode 347.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Mars Audio Log #12 1:06:12

11M ago1:06:12

1:06:12

The CHAPEA crew checks in on their last month inside of a simulated Mars habitat, and the principal investigator reflects on the year-long mission ahead of the crew’s egress. HWHAP Episode 346.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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The Lost Universe 34:35

12M ago34:35

34:35

A NASA production coordinator discusses the design and inspiration behind “The Lost Universe”, a virtual game designed to take players to a rogue planet in order to find the missing Hubble Space Telescope. HWHAP Episode 345.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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