Moonshots with Peter Diamandis

EP #5 Becoming the First Black Female Space Pilot w/ Dr. Sian Proctor

Oct 5, 2022

Dr. Sian Proctor, the first black woman to pilot a spacecraft, is a commercial astronaut and geology professor. She shares her exhilarating experiences as a space pilot, the emotional journey of training, and the transformative views of Earth from space. Dr. Proctor highlights the importance of curiosity and how our purposes evolve throughout life. She discusses overcoming self-doubt and finding inspiration in both STEM and artistic pursuits, while advocating for a united approach to sustainable exploration and environmental awareness.

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Episode notes

Intro

2min

A Journey from Guam to Space Dreams

4min

Nurturing Dreams: The Impact of Childhood Inspiration on Aspirations in Aviation

4min

Nurturing Dreams: The Role of Parental Guidance

4min

From Self-Doubt to Space Dreams

20min

Journey to the Stars: Mission Pilot Experience

12min

Navigating the Landscape of Passion and Purpose

3min

Embracing Authenticity: A Journey of Creative Renaissance

11min

Uniting for a Sustainable Future

18min

In this episode, Peter and Dr. Sian Proctor discuss what it's like piloting a space mission and the purpose of life.

You will learn about:

What it's like to be a space pilot
How many purposes can we have in our life?
The power of curiosity

Dr. Sian Proctor is a commercial astronaut, geology professor, scientist, and poet. She became the first black woman to pilot a spacecraft when she was selected for the “Prosperity” seat alongside the Crew Dragon space capsule.

Take a look at Dr. Proctor’s art & winning poem:https://myspace2inspire.com/

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