This week NASA released some of the sharpest images of space ever from the James Webb Space Telescope. The telescope's camera gives us a glimpse into distant galaxies and a picture of the makings of our universe. Tomorrow, we'll nerd out about those photos. But today, we're revisiting the idea of space travel. This encore episode, science correspondent Geoff Brumfiel talks to New York Times Disability Reporting Fellow Amanda Morris about one organization working to ensure disabled people have the chance to go to space.You can always reach the show by emailing shortwave@npr.org.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Jaime Muniz, a dedicated worker at a disability program for 11 years, shares his struggles earning just $1.28 per hour. Joining him is Amanda Morris, a disabilities reporter, who unveils the harsh realities of subminimum wage laws that affect many like Muniz. They discuss how these programs, while intended to prepare workers for better jobs, often fail to deliver meaningful opportunities. The conversation also touches on the pressing need for accountability and the future of the controversial 14C wage program.

As spaceflight inches closer to becoming a reality for some private citizens, science correspondent Geoff Brumfiel chats with the New York Times disability fellow Amanda Morris about why one organization wants to insure people with disabilities have the chance to go to space.Email Short Wave at ShortWave@NPR.org.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy