Michelle Thaller
Astronomer and science communicator who studies binary stars and stellar life cycles; serves as Assistant Director of Science Communication at NASA and is the featured guest discussing grief and the healing power of science.
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Aug 22, 2019 • 15min
This Human Moment: Finding meaning in the vastness of the universe, by Michelle Thaller
For this human moment, join astronomer Michelle Thaller as she contemplates the night sky. We’re such a small part of the universe – and yet so significant within it.If this episode resonates with you, we’d love to hear from you. Please take a moment to share your reflections by rating and reviewing Meditative Story in your podcast player. It helps other listeners find their way to the show, and we’d be so grateful.Each episode of Meditative Story combines the emotional pull of first-person storytelling with immersive music and gentle mindfulness prompts. Read the transcript for this story: meditativestory.comSign up for the Meditative Story newsletter: https://meditativestory.com/subscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Oct 29, 2025 • 11min
How to live after your soulmate has died | Michelle Thaller
In a heartfelt discussion, Michelle Thaller, an astronomer and NASA's Assistant Director of Science Communication, shares her journey through grief after losing her husband to cancer. She describes the shock of sudden loss and the feeling of being disconnected from the world. Using physics and the arts as coping mechanisms, she explains how they helped her find meaning amid the pain. Thaller emphasizes that while grief may linger, engaging with the universe through science and creativity can illuminate a path forward in healing.
Aug 20, 2019 • 28min
Finding meaning in the vastness of the universe, by Michelle Thaller
Renowned astronomer and science commentator Michelle Thaller shares a story about cosmic awe and deep connection — both to our fellow human beings and to the universe around us.If this episode resonates with you, we’d love to hear from you. Please take a moment to share your reflections by rating and reviewing Meditative Story in your podcast player. It helps other listeners find their way to the show, and we’d be so grateful.Each episode of Meditative Story combines the emotional pull of first-person storytelling with immersive music and gentle mindfulness prompts. Read the transcript for this story: meditativestory.comSign up for the Meditative Story newsletter: https://meditativestory.com/subscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
