Houston We Have a Podcast
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
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.
Episodes
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Apr 28, 2023 • 1h 3min
The Entire History of NASA
Former NASA chief historian discusses his new e-book that shares some of the most significant moments and programs from NASA’s entire history. HWHAP Episode 286.
Apr 21, 2023 • 1h 2min
Return of the OREx
Experts share the preparations and excitement ahead of the OSIRIS-REx asteroid sample that is returning to Earth in September 2023. HWHAP Episode 285.
Apr 14, 2023 • 49min
The Student-Built Camera Mount
Learn about a student-built experiment that recently made its way to the International Space Station. HWHAP Episode 284.
Apr 7, 2023 • 1h 32min
The Artemis II Astronauts
The Artemis II astronauts discuss their past, present, and what they are looking forward to on their future mission to the Moon. HWHAP Episode 283.
Mar 31, 2023 • 1h 12min
Better Batteries
Battery Technical Discipline lead at NASA’s Johnson Space Center discusses how a safety device he co-invented while at NASA for spaceflight impacts the entire battery industry. HWHAP Episode 282.
Mar 24, 2023 • 58min
Mars Ep. 11: Returning the First Martians
Experts from NASA’s Mars Architecture Team gather to discuss the mechanics of returning the first astronauts from the surface of Mars back home to Earth. HWHAP Episode 281.
Mar 17, 2023 • 34min
Mars Ep. 10: Suit Up for Mars
Hear from a spacesuit systems engineer who explains what will be needed in the design and operation of a spacesuit on the Red Planet. HWHAP Episode 280.
Mar 10, 2023 • 56min
Mars Ep. 9: Welcome to Mars
A NASA planetary geologist describes the Mars environment, terrain, weather, atmosphere, and more that humans will face while living on the Red Planet. HWHAP Episode 279.
Mar 3, 2023 • 47min
Mars Ep. 8: Sticking the Landing on Mars
Entry, descent, and landing experts at NASA unfold what it will take to accomplish a successful landing for humans visiting the Red Planet. HWHAP Episode 278.
Feb 24, 2023 • 55min
Crew-6
Hear from the Crew-6 cadre ahead of their launch to the International Space Station. HWHAP Episode 277.
