First Canadian to Walk in Space with Col. Chris Hadfield and Kevin Vidal

First Canadian to Walk in Space with Col. Chris Hadfield and Kevin Vidal

Author: Soundsington Media March 8, 2022 Duration: 31:21
This week the REACH team is over the moon to have a longform sit-down with renowned author, retired astronaut, and the first Canadian to walk in space, Col. Chris Hadfield.  Then we get a visit from the icy moon of Jupiter, Europa (the great Kevin Vidal!), - all on this episode of REACH.   Hosts: Brian Holden and Meredith Stepien  Written by: Sandy Marshall with Nate DuFort, Meredith Stepien and Brian Holden.  Co-Created, Produced by: Nate DuFort and Sandy Marshall  Edited by: Nate DuFort Music composed by: Jesse Case Logo by: Steven Lyons   Special thanks to Col. Chris Hadfield, renowned author and retired astronaut, and the first Canadian to walk in space. To purchase a copy of The Apollo Murders and The Darkest Dark, go to https://chrishadfield.ca/books/. Col. Chris Hadfield photo credit: Shye Klein.  Col. Chris Hadfield online: Website: www.chrishadfield.ca Twitter: @Cmdr_Hadfield Facebook: @AstronautChrisHadfield Instagram: @colchrishadfield YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisHadfieldAstronaut TikTok: @cmdr_hadfield Col. Chris Hadfield plays “Space Oddity” by David Bowie from the ISS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KaOC9danxNo   Europa was voiced by the great Kevin Vidal. You can catch Kevin on Working Moms, Strays, and Odd Squad: The Movie. Kevin Vidal online: Instagram: @notkevinvidal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kevinvidalactor Twitter: @notkevinvidal   Special thanks to Shannon Abbott, Cheryl-Ann Horrocks, Ashley Comeau, Janet Davidson-Marshall, and our REACH learning community.   All about Europa https://solarsystem.nasa.gov/moons/jupiter-moons/europa/overview/  

Hosted by Brian Holden and Meredith Stepien, REACH A Space Podcast for Kids turns the curiosity of young minds into a journey across the cosmos. This bi-weekly series from Soundsington Media starts with real questions from children, using them as a launchpad to explore everything from our own solar system to distant galaxies. Each episode is crafted to be a shared family experience, blending lively conversations with engaging segments that make complex ideas accessible. Listeners will hear from genuine experts-scientists and educators from places like NASA and the Adler Planetarium-who explain the wonders of space with clarity and enthusiasm. The learning continues off the air with simple, fun at-home experiments that bring the discussion right into your living room. More than just an educational program, this podcast fosters a sense of wonder through its friendly tone and genuine excitement for discovery. It’s a place where imagination and science meet, proving that the universe isn't too far away when knowledge is within your reach. Tune in for an adventure that’s as entertaining as it is informative, designed to spark conversations and inspire the next generation of explorers.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 61

REACH A Space Podcast for Kids
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