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Tim Peake

The first British European Space Agency astronaut to visit the International Space Station, inspirational communicator of science, and best-selling author.

Top 5 podcasts with Tim Peake

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Jul 16, 2025 • 43min

Should We Settle in Space? - Tim Peake, Kelly Weinersmith and Alan Davies

Join British astronaut Tim Peake, biologist Kelly Weinersmith, and comedian Alan Davies as they explore whether humanity should settle in space. Peake shares insights from his time at the ISS and advocates for space exploration. Weinersmith discusses the hurdles of colonizing Mars and the Moon, while Davies injects humor into the conversation about life beyond Earth. They tackle the scientific and ethical implications, from growing food on Mars to the absurdities of space travel, making for an engaging and thought-provoking discussion.
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Jun 24, 2025 • 29min

The Psychology of Curiosity at Cheltenham Science Festival

Matthias Gruber, an associate professor of psychology, specializes in the neuroscience of curiosity, while Tim Peake, an astronaut and test pilot, shares his out-of-this-world experiences aboard the International Space Station. Gosia Goclowska, a psychology lecturer, explores emotions like awe and surprise. Together, they discuss the significance of curiosity in fueling exploration, the brain's reward systems, and amusing anecdotes from space that highlight the quirks of living in zero gravity. Their insights illuminate how curiosity shapes learning and innovation in our lives.
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Oct 4, 2022 • 1h 37min

Life Lessons from an Astronaut with Tim Peake #300

Tim Peake, the first British ESA astronaut and best-selling author, shares captivating insights from his time at the International Space Station. He discusses the balance between fear and performance in high-stakes environments, offering strategies for resilience through structure and routine. Tim reveals the challenges of sleeping in space and the emotional dynamics of maintaining family connections during missions. He emphasizes the vital role of soft skills in astronaut training, inspiring listeners to step out of their comfort zones and embrace personal growth.
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Dec 18, 2023 • 1h

51. Tim Peake: Will humans colonise Mars?

British astronaut Tim Peake discusses the future of human space exploration, including the colonization of Mars and growing human organs on the moon. They also explore the rivalry between the Soviet Union and the United States during the space race, the different reactions of astronauts when asked about their experiences in space, overcoming vertigo in space, the courage of Neil Armstrong during his Gemini 8 mission, and the physical fitness requirements for astronauts.
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Dec 6, 2023 • 42min

Hollywood in Space

Astronauts Tim Peake, Nicole Stott, and Susan Kilrain, alongside Oscar winning Special FX director Paul Franklin, join Brian Cox and Robin Ince to discuss the accuracy of space movies. They fact check movies like Gravity and The Martian, criticize the lack of realism in spacewalk scenes, and discuss the influence of science fiction on real-life science. They also explore the illusion of zero gravity in movies, the misrepresentations in a Mars film, and the influence of science fiction on space exploration.

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