Sally Ride, the first American woman in space, and Jules Verne, a pioneer of science fiction, discuss their careers and inspirations. They explore misconceptions about Verne's books and Ride's impact on women in space exploration and science education. The hosts engage listeners in multiple games related to Verne and space. The episode concludes with inspiring stories, a game winner announcement, and upcoming episode teasers.
Jules Verne's novels combined real-life science with fantastical stories, inspiring real-life adventures and even the first science fiction movie.
Sally Ride's pioneering work as an astronaut and efforts to promote science education, especially for girls, left a lasting impact on science and exploration.
Deep dives
Jules Verne: A Science Fiction Pioneer
Jules Verne, born in France in 1850, wrote many classic novels that combined real-life science with fantastical stories, predicting technologies like submarines and rockets to space. His most famous work, 'Around the World in 80 Days,' inspired real-life adventures and even the first science fiction movie.
Sally Ride: The First American Woman in Space
Sally Ride, born in California in 1951, became the first American woman to fly to space in 1983. She inspired young girls with her pioneering work as an astronaut and her efforts to promote science education, especially for girls.
Convergence of Greatness: Jules Verne and Sally Ride
While Jules Verne wrote about imaginary trips to space in books like 'From the Earth to the Moon,' Sally Ride made two real-life space shuttle flights from Cape Canaveral in Florida. Both Verne and Ride overcame obstacles and defied expectations to pursue their dreams, leaving a lasting impact on science and exploration.