An insightful, deeply personal look into the countless journeys of Astronaut Hopefuls interviewing to be NASA's next Astronauts. Everyone wants a surefire recipe to follow on how to become an astronaut. This podcast shares those unique stories that all begin in very different places and all lead to the same interview room.
WHO WANTS TO BE AN ASTRONAUT?
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Podcast Overview
An insightful, deeply personal look into the countless journeys of Astronaut Hopefuls interviewing to be NASA's next Astronauts. Everyone wants a surefire recipe to follow on how to become an astronaut. This podcast shares those unique stories that all begin in very different places and all lead to the same interview room.
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7/20/2025
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July 21, 2025
Field Notes from Earth
Episode two: Meet Ruth, a tenured associate professor of earth science, improv comedian, avid backpacker, and mom to a 7-month-old . Follow along on Ruth's journey to be a NASA astronaut. Ruth shares how a childhood fascination with the cosmos evolved into a career in planetary science, how she brings curiosity and courage into every arena of her life, and what it means to chase a lifelong dream while living fully in the present. From fly fishing to fieldwork to the power of persistence, this episode explores what it looks like to aim for the stars — while staying grounded in who you are.
July 20, 2025
Liftoff
Welcome to the launch of Who Wants to Be an Astronaut? In this pilot episode, your host Katrina shares her personal journey — from active duty Military Service to Space Systems Engineer to Astronaut semi-finalist. The mission of this podcast is to inspire astronaut hopefuls through real, honest stories of individuals who beat the odds. You’ll learn what it actually takes to apply to be an astronaut, what to expect, and why your individuality might just be your biggest strength. This podcast is for astronaut hopefuls, STEM dreamers, and anyone who’s ever looked at the moon and thought, “Maybe that could be me.” **** Of note, no information will be provided about the interview itself. That is something you have to experience for yourself. But follow along and hear the journeys people took on their way to becoming an Astronaut.
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