In this episode, Dr. Chelle Gentemann, Open Science Program Scientist for the Office of the Chief Science Data Officer, explains NASA’s initiative to make science more collaborative, accessible, and inclusive. Known as Transform to Open Science

Small Steps, Giant Leaps: Episode 128: Engineering Inflatable Structures for Space

15 days ago 26m 9s

How inflatable habitats moved from concept papers to the International Space Station, and what NASA is doing to eventually put one on the Moon.

Small Steps, Giant Leaps: Episode 127: Chief Program Management Officer

Apr 3rd, 2024 34m 55s

Dave Mitchell brings extensive experience as an engineer and project manager to a new position leading a small team with the broad mandate of improving acquisitions and program and project management across NASA.

Small Steps, Giant Leaps: Episode 126: Gateway: The Logistics of an Outpost at the Moon

Mar 20th, 2024 24m 7s

In this episode we’ll focus on Gateway, a small space station NASA is developing to place in orbit at the Moon. We’ll speak with Mark Wiese, who leads the team that will ensure Gateway will receive the cargo, equipment, and supplies it needs to

Small Steps, Giant Leaps: Episode 125: Capstone Project: Artemis I Lessons Learned

Mar 6th, 2024 27m 14s

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.

Small Steps, Giant Leaps: Episode 124: The Game-Changing Potential of In-Space Manufacturing

Feb 21st, 2024 24m 47s

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 po

Small Steps, Giant Leaps: Episode 123: Examining Earth’s Atmosphere with NASA’s PACE Mission

Feb 7th, 2024 24m 43s

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 Kn

Small Steps, Giant Leaps: Episode 122: Charting New Horizons: Inside NASA's Orion Mission

Jan 24th, 2024 23m 17s

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

Small Steps, Giant Leaps: Episode 121: The Artemis and Ethics Report Explained

Dec 13th, 2023 22m 51s

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

Small Steps, Giant Leaps: Episode 120: Fueling Innovation: How NASA Shares Knowledge for Progress

Nov 30th, 2023 23m

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.

Small Steps, Giant Leaps: Episode 119: Rocket Propulsion Test Program

Oct 18th, 2023 23m 42s

Rocket Propulsion Test Program Manager Christine Powell discusses chemical propulsion testing at NASA’s world-class facilities.

Small Steps, Giant Leaps: Episode 119: Rocket Propulsion Test Program

Oct 18th, 2023

Rocket Propulsion Test Program Manager Christine Powell discusses chemical propulsion testing at NASA’s world-class facilities.

Small Steps, Giant Leaps: Episode 118: Center Innovation Fund and Early Career Initiative

Oct 4th, 2023 19m 46s

NASA SpaceTech's Michael LaPointe and John Nelson discuss the Center Innovation Fund and Early Career Initiative.

Small Steps, Giant Leaps: Episode 118: Center Innovation Fund and Early Career Initiative

Oct 4th, 2023

NASA SpaceTech's Michael LaPointe and John Nelson discuss the Center Innovation Fund and Early Career Initiative.

Small Steps, Giant Leaps: Episode 117: NASA Trade and Technical Professionals, Part 3

Sep 20th, 2023

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.

Small Steps, Giant Leaps: Episode 117: NASA Trade and Technical Professionals, Part 3

Sep 20th, 2023 34m 43s

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.

Small Steps, Giant Leaps: Episode 116: NASA Trade and Technical Professionals, Part 2

Sep 6th, 2023 59m 19s

NASA Technicians Scott Bartram, Eric Bentley, Maria Salinas, and Phil Steele discuss their hands-on work on a variety of projects and technologies.

Small Steps, Giant Leaps: Episode 116: NASA Trade and Technical Professionals, Part 2

Sep 6th, 2023

NASA Technicians Scott Bartram, Eric Bentley, Maria Salinas, and Phil Steele discuss their hands-on work on a variety of projects and technologies.

Small Steps, Giant Leaps: Episode 115: NASA Trade and Technical Professionals, Part 1

Aug 23rd, 2023 32m 37s

NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center Engineering Technicians Jason Nelson, Kyle Whitfield, and Alex Zamora discuss their essential contributions to NASA missions.

Small Steps, Giant Leaps: Episode 115: NASA Trade and Technical Professionals, Part 1

Aug 23rd, 2023

NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center Engineering Technicians Jason Nelson, Kyle Whitfield, and Alex Zamora discuss their essential contributions to NASA missions.