LIVE with NASA Astronauts Megan McArthur and Mark Vande Hei on the International Space Station

LIVE with NASA Astronauts Megan McArthur and Mark Vande Hei on the International Space Station

Author: Soundsington Media September 14, 2021 Duration: 20:17
On Wednesday, September 1st, 2021 REACH: A Space Podcast for Kids was given the distinct honor of interviewing NASA Astronauts Megan McArthur and Mark Vande Hei onboard the International Space Station LIVE via NASA TV. We discussed what it's like to live in space, work on the ISS, and asked questions from REACH’s middle-grade listeners. We are thrilled to present this conversation in its entirety on today's episode. If you like the conversation, don't forget to give it a share and drop us a review in your podcast player of choice.  Special thanks to NASA Astronauts Megan McArthur and Mark Vande Hei.  You can follow Megan via @Astro_Megan, and Mark at @Astro_Sabot. We’d also like to offer a special thanks to Victoria Ugalde and Rodrigo Mireles at NASA’s Johnson Space Center, to Kay Ferrari and Calla Cofield at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, and to everyone at NASA Space Place. Learn about NASA Astronaut Megan McArthur: https://www.nasa.gov/astronauts/biographies/k-megan-mcarthur Learn about NASA Astronaut Mark Vande Hei: https://www.nasa.gov/astronauts/biographies/mark-t-vande-hei Learn about NASA Astronauts: https://www.nasa.gov/astronauts Learn about the International Space Station: https://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/station/main/index.html or follow on social media via @Space_Station. Learn about REACH in Daddy’s Digesthttps://daddysdigest.com/article/interstellar-conversation-nasa-astronauts-live-from-iss Learn about REACH in the Chicago Sun-Timeshttps://chicago.suntimes.com/education/2021/9/3/22652930/space-podcast-connects-kids-nasa-astronauts-international-space-station We’d also like to offer a special thanks to our ongoing partners and collaborators: The Cosmosphere International Science Center & Space Museumhttps://cosmo.org/ The Adler Planetariumhttps://www.adlerplanetarium.org/ The Kids Listen Communityhttps://www.kidslisten.org/ Exploration Placehttps://exploration.org/ NASA Space Placehttps://spaceplace.nasa.gov/ You can find Madison's podcast All Things Madison at:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-things-madison-podcast/id1512260906 and Olivia's podcast Curious Kid Podcast at:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/curious-kid-podcast/id1437708666 And a very spacial thanks to: Janet Davidson-MarshallLiz AndersonJesse CaseSteven LyonsBeth KligermanJoalda MorancySuzanna StaplerKate Evans, CBC RadioThe REACH Learning CommunityAnd all of our guests Stay tuned for Season 3 coming October 2021!

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
Podcast Episodes
REACH Earth Day Special: What is Climate Change? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:07
REACHing Out are bi-weekly mini-episodes where we answer YOUR Questions. This week we are celebrating Earth Day and what NASA is doing to study global climate change with some help from Dr. Dalia Kirschbaum, Director of…
The REACH Guide to the Total Solar Eclipse [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:35
On April 8, 2024 we will experience a Total Solar Eclipse. What exactly is an eclipse? Who will get to see it? How can you safely view? What if you aren't in the path of totality? You've got questions, we've got answers…
Introducing: KOALA SHINE - Spike The Space Ball ⚾️☄️ [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:20
While we're gearing up for all new episodes of REACH: A Space Podcast for Kids, we thought it would be a blast to share an episode of a podcast from some of our friends. This week we are over the moon to present Koala Sh…
REACH x Koko Sleep: Hector & Sunny in Space 🐶🚀 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:18
Tonight's episode is pretty special! We've teamed up with an amazing podcast called Koko Sleep, to send the lucky pups Hector & Sunny into space! Brian and Meredith will be appearing to Hector and Sunny in a dream, and t…
Introducing: The Ten News: Meet Daisy, Apple's Recycling Robot 🤖 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:57
This week the REACH team is proud to present a great resource exploring the topics that kids care about the most, it's The Ten News! Presenting The Ten News: Meet Daisy, Apple's Recycling Robot 🤖 🤖 Meet Apple's iPhone Re…
REACHing Out: How fast are Satellites? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:20
REACH's "REACHing Out" episodes are where we answer YOUR Questions. This week we find out the answer to Rei's question "How fast do satellites go?" Do you have any guesses? Listen in to hear our response. Hosts: Brian Ho…
REACHing Out: What are the different types of telescopes? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:07
REACH's "REACHing Out" episodes are where we answer YOUR Questions. This week's question comes from Taylor in Pennsylvania who asks "What are the different types of telescopes and what are they used for?" For an answer,…
The KIDS LISTEN Summer Sampler [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:39
This week the team here at REACH is excited to feature a Summer Sampler of some of our favorite Kids Listen podcasts. Maybe you'll find a new favorite in the bunch! Learn more about Kids Listen at https://www.kidslisten.…