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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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
Apr 18, 2025 • 46min
Commercial Lunar Tools and Science
Two NASA Artemis experts discuss how the agency is preparing future moonwalkers to use new tools to explore the unique science near the lunar South Pole. HWHAP 381
Apr 11, 2025 • 57min
Mission Control: Schedule and Inventory
Four flight controllers from NASA’s Mission Control Center discuss how they createastronauts’ daily schedules, track where all equipment is stored, and manageelectricity and internet on the space station. HWHAP 380
Apr 4, 2025 • 56min
Commercial Lunar Spacesuits
NASA and Axiom Space experts discuss the lunar spacesuit Axiom is developing that astronauts will wear when they step foot on the Moon again during the Artemis III mission. HWHAP 379
Mar 28, 2025 • 57min
The Pursuit of Lifelong Learning
Jonny Kim, a NASA astronaut, Lieutenant Commander, and Harvard-trained doctor, shares his incredible journey from a Navy SEAL to space exploration. He reflects on his Korean American identity and the sacrifices of his immigrant family. Kim discusses the joys and challenges of parenthood amid a military career. He emphasizes the value of lifelong learning and balancing personal passions. As he prepares for his upcoming mission to the International Space Station, he opens up about the emotional aspects of leaving loved ones behind.
Mar 21, 2025 • 47min
Mission Control: Crew Health Consoles
Three flight controllers from NASA’s Mission Control Center discuss their roles and how theymonitor and maintain a healthy crew aboard the International Space Station. HWHAP 377
