
Houston We Have a Podcast
From Earth orbit to the Moon and Mars, explore the world of human spaceflight with NASA each week on the official podcast of the Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. Listen to in-depth conversations with the astronauts, scientists and engineers who make it possible.
Latest episodes

Jun 27, 2025 • 46min
Mars is Hard. Here's Why.
NASA astronaut Stan Love discusses the challenges of sending humans to Mars and what it will take to get us to the Red Planet. HWHAP 391.

Jun 20, 2025 • 39min
Exploration park
Two NASA experts talk about Exploration Park, a research facility near Johnson Space Center will enable collaboration with the agency on space hardware development. HWHAP 390.

Jun 13, 2025 • 35min
Runway to the Stars
A NASA aircraft operations expert discusses the aviation history and work being done at Ellington Field in Houston as a training ground for astronauts. HWHAP 389.

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Jun 6, 2025 • 53min
Private Astronaut Mission Management
Derek Calvert, a Private Astronaut Mission Manager at NASA, and Brian Mitchell, a mission manager at Axiom Space, dive into the evolving landscape of private astronaut missions. They discuss the crucial Axiom Mission 4, exploring the collaborative dance between NASA and Axiom to enhance operational protocols. The duo shares insights into the complexities of mission control, highlighting the importance of teamwork for in-orbit operations. They emphasize how diverse crew backgrounds can drive innovation in space exploration and the logistical challenges ahead for these exciting missions.

May 30, 2025 • 1h 2min
Mission Control: Eye of the Storm
A NASA Flight Director and Capsule Communicator, or CAPCOM, discuss their roles and journeys to some of the most recognizable positions in Mission Control. HWHAP 387.

May 23, 2025 • 46min
Moon Material Flammability
Two NASA experts discuss an experiment that will further our understanding of flame behavior on the lunar surface to keep astronauts safe. HWHAP 386.

May 16, 2025 • 1h 1min
Commercial and International Lunar Rovers
Two NASA project managers discuss how astronauts will drive on the lunar surface during future Moon missions. HWHAP 385.

May 9, 2025 • 46min
Natural Disaster Response
A NASA scientist discusses how imagery and data collected from the International Space Station can support natural disaster response teams on the ground. HWHAP 384

May 2, 2025 • 57min
Mission Control: Special Operations
Four NASA flight
controllers discuss specialized operations like spacewalks and spacecraft
arrivals that keep the International Space Station running. HWHAP
383

Apr 25, 2025 • 1h 14min
This is Mission Control Houston
After 37 years at
NASA, an experienced commentator of more than 80 shuttle flights shares lessons
of communications and leadership ahead of his retirement. HWHAP 382