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The Moth

The Moth Podcast: Moon Landing Anniversary

Jul 19, 2024
48:05
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Mike Massimino recounts his high stakes mission to repair the Hubble Space Telescope, while Cathy Olkin troubleshoots a problem 4 billion miles away. Stories range from spacewalk missions to Pluto exploration, highlighting challenges, triumphs, camaraderie among astronauts, and personal health journeys.
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Quick takeaways

  • Persistence and resilience are essential in overcoming setbacks to achieve ambitious goals like becoming an astronaut.
  • Space travel can evoke intense emotions of isolation, fear, and transformation, leading to a profound shift in perspective and appreciation for Earth's beauty and interconnectedness.

Deep dives

Dream of Becoming an Astronaut and Overcoming Rejection

Michael Massimino shares his journey of pursuing his dream to become an astronaut, facing rejection from NASA multiple times before finally being selected on his fourth attempt. Despite setbacks, he perseveres and achieves his goal, highlighting the determination and resilience required in pursuing one's ambitions.

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