How Did You Go From Being a Chemical Engineer to a Rocket Scientist?

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Shaw worked as a rocket scientist for 10 years. Went to school for chemical engineering, but didn't feel inspired by it. Ended up working on satellites at bowing Space Center in California. Says he's had 13 satellite launches - 12 of which made it into space.

THIS IS UPLIFTING, I PROMISE. And it might just make you switch careers. As a bookend to last week's Oceanology episode, Conservation Technologist Shah Selbe chats about saving the planet with some well-intentioned technology. Wind turbines, solar cars, and all the ways in which sensors, drones, recycled smartphones and real-time data reporting can help conserve species, spaces and communities that are threatened. Hear inspiring tales of travel, art, adventure and putting engineering to good use from a former rocket-science turned professional do-gooder.

Also discussed: crocodile astrology, fishing vests and hippo power displays.

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