Houston We Have a Podcast

The Artemis II crew discuss their paths to becoming astronauts and what it means to be part of NASA’s first crewed mission around the Moon in the Artemis campaign. This episode marks a special collaboration between Houston We Have a Podcast and NASA’s Curious Universe. HWHAP 417. 

The podcast team discusses how to watch and engage with the Artemis II mission, from launch coverage to real-time updates and beyond. HWHAP 416. 

The First Air Force Detachment 3 discusses their long-standing partnership with NASA supporting astronaut rescue and recovery operations from Mercury to Artemis. HWHAP 415. 

Dr. Lisa Carnell, division director for NASA’s Biological and Physical Sciences, breaks down how research in microgravity, the Moon, and Mars can transform what we know about biology and physics. HWHAP 414. 

NASA leaders Dana Weigel and Robyn Gatens reflect on more than 25 years of continuous human presence aboard the International Space Station and discuss how the orbiting laboratory is paving the way for Artemis, the Moon, and eventually Mars. HWHAP 413. 

NASA leaders Joel Montalbano and Ryan Landon reflect on 25 years of continuous human presence aboard the International Space Station and the international cooperation that made it possible. HWHAP 412. 

The CHAPEA Mission 2 crew members share their first audio log from inside the Mars analog habitat, with additional insight from CHAPEA co-investigator Dr. Suzanne Bell. HWHAP 411. 

The four crew members of NASA’s SpaceX Crew-12 discuss their backgrounds, training, and upcoming mission to the International Space Station. HWHAP 410. 

NASA astronaut Mark Vande Hei reflects on his time aboard the International Space Station and what it means to call space home in Part 2 of this ISS25 episode. HWHAP 409. 

Artemis II landing and recovery director Lili Villarreal discusses how NASA and its partners recover the Orion spacecraft and its four astronauts after splashdown in the Pacific Ocean. HWHAP 408. 

NASA astronaut Tracy Dyson reflects on her career aboard the International Space Station and what 25 years of continuous human presence in space means for the future of exploration. HWHAP 407. 

International Space Station leaders Laura Shaw and  Jennifer Buchli discuss the science, discoveries, and innovations that have defined nearly 25 years aboard the orbiting laboratory. HWHAP 406.

Former ISS program manager and Axiom Space co-founder Michael Suffredini reflects on the ambitious path to building the International Space Station and the lessons learned from a decade of leadership. HWHAP 405. 

The CHAPEA Mission 2 crew discusses their backgrounds and preparations for their upcoming yearlong analog Mars mission inside the Mars Dune Alpha habitat at NASA’s Johnson Space Center. HWHAP 404. 

NASA astronaut Chris Williams shares his journey exploring the early universe, cancer treatment techniques, and astronaut training before his first mission to the International Space Station. HWHAP 403. 

NASA’s all-American 2025 astronaut candidates share a little about themselves by playing a fun icebreaker game. HWHAP 402. 

NASA Artemis II launch director Charlie Blackwell-Thompson shares her path to the console and what it takes to launch the first crewed Artemis mission to the Moon. HWHAP 401. 

Acting NASA Administrator Sean Duffy joins us for our milestone 400th episode to share his journey and vision for advancing NASA into the future. HWHAP 400. 

NASA astronaut Suni Williams reflects on her recent record-breaking mission on board the International Space Station. HWHAP 399. 

Acting Vehicle Integration Office Manager for NASA's Orion Program Chris Edelen discusses the spacecraft that will carry astronauts around the Moon on Artemis II. HWHAP 398. 

NASA astronauts Don Pettit and Matt Dominick share their experiences capturing stunning photography from the International Space Station. HWHAP 397. 

NASA project scientists Maria Banks and Sue Lederer revisit recent Commercial Lunar Payload Services missions and discuss research on the Moon. HWHAP 396. 

USACE Chief Historian John Lonnquest shares the legacy of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and their role in building NASA’s spaceflight infrastructure. HWHAP 395. 

NASA’s Artemis II Flight Director Jeff Radigan shares what it takes to lead the first human mission of the Artemis program around the Moon. HWHAP 394. 

NASA’s SpaceX Crew-11 quartet each dive into their paths to space and what lies ahead aboard the International Space Station. HWHAP 393. 

Houston We Have a Podcast celebrates eight years! Three astronauts from the agency’s most recent class discuss their first year of training and answer questions from our listeners. HWHAP 392. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

NASA and Axiom Space mission managers discuss how they work together to enable private astronaut missions ahead of Axiom Mission 4’s launch. HWHAP 388. 

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. 

Two NASA experts discuss an experiment that will further our understanding of flame behavior on the lunar surface to keep astronauts safe. HWHAP 386. 

Two NASA project managers discuss how astronauts will drive on the lunar surface during future Moon missions.  HWHAP 385.

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 

Four NASA flight controllers discuss specialized operations like spacewalks and spacecraft arrivals that keep the International Space Station running. HWHAP 383 

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 

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 

Four flight controllers from NASA’s Mission Control Center discuss how they create astronauts’ daily schedules, track where all equipment is stored, and manage electricity and internet on the space station. HWHAP 380 

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 

NASA astronaut Jonny Kim discusses his upcoming mission to the International Space Station, his experience in the military and medical field, and his journey to becoming an astronaut. HWHAP 378 

Three flight controllers from NASA’s Mission Control Center discuss their roles and how they monitor and maintain a healthy crew aboard the International Space Station. HWHAP 377 

NASA Johnson’s multimedia team leads discuss what it takes to capture and share the story of space exploration and how methods have evolved since the Apollo era. HWHAP 376 

NASA’s SpaceX Crew-10 cadre each discuss their backgrounds and upcoming mission to the International Space Station. HWHAP 375 

Four communications experts from NASA’s Mission Control Center discuss their roles in connecting astronauts in space to partners, control centers, and the general public. HWHAP 374 

NASA’s Commercial Lunar Payload Services project scientist and Intuitive Machines President and CEO discuss upcoming IM-2 mission and what’s in store for this delivery to the lunar surface. HWHAP 373.  

NASA experts discuss launching and returning cargo to the International Space Station and the planning that goes into delivering several months worth of supplies and crucial science to astronauts in space. HWHAP 372.  

NASA's Recovery Director discusses the splashdown and recovery process and how she helps to ensure safety, not just for the space travelers, but for all recovery team members. HWHAP 371.  

NASA's Chief Health and Medical Officer discusses the impacts spaceflight has on the human body and how flight surgeons and other medical professionals on the ground help astronauts mitigate those impacts. HWHAP 370.  

Three flight controllers from NASA’s Mission Control Center discuss how their consoles, ADCO, TOPO, and SPARTAN, keep the space station flying from the ground. Listen and find out what each console does! HWHAP 369.  

Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) astronaut Aki Hoshide discusses how JAXA is contributing to NASA’s lunar space station, Gateway, and future Artemis missions. HWHAP 368.  

NASA and Firefly Aerospace experts discuss the upcoming launch of Blue Ghost Mission 1, its lunar lander, and the science and technology being delivered to the Moon’s surface. HWHAP 367.  

NASA’s expert in exploration architectures discusses how the agency stays on track to take humans farther into deep space through reviews such as the Architecture Concept review. HWHAP 366.  

On episode 365, Johnson Space Center’s Chief Technologist discusses how Johnson and White Sands Test Facility are opening their Front Doors to those interested in exploring opportunities, capabilities, technology and data available to different organizations. 

On episode 364, former NASA astronaut Fred Haise discusses his experiences from Apollo 13 and beyond.

On episode 363, NASA experts discuss one of the most critical components of returning to Earth from space: the parachute system. Take a deep dive into how these parachutes were engineered and tested to bring NASA's Orion spacecraft and crewmembers back home safely.

On episode 362, a NASA project manager and a design engineer discuss the Orion Crew Survival System Suit that future Artemis crews will wear on their journeys to and from the Moon.

On episode 361, former NASA flight director Gerry Griffin discusses his trailblazing career in the agency and his experience leading multiple Apollo missions, including the final lunar landing on Apollo 17. 

On episode 360, NASA experts discuss how NASA astronauts have the opportunity to exercise their right to vote from aboard the International Space Station and the process to make it happen. 

On episode 359, a NASA astrobiology program scientist discusses looking for signs of life beyond us in the stars, and the study of the origin, evolution, and distribution of life in the universe.

On episode 358, the Deputy Chief Scientist for the International Space Station dives into the different ways the orbiting laboratory provides benefits to humanity.

On episode 357, Deputy Center Director of NASA’s Johnson Space Center Steve Koerner reflects on his 32-year-long career at NASA and discusses the values of leadership.

On episode 356, United Arab Emirates astronaut Hazzaa Ali Almansoori and NASA lunar architecture lead Shatel Bhakta discuss Gateway’s unique airlock, as well as how the lunar outpost will prepare us for a journey to Mars.  

On episode 355, Gene Kranz, lead flight director for Apollo mission 13, discusses leading America to the first lunar landing, his leadership and legacy, and lessons that must be carried into NASA's future exploration goals. 

On episode 354, NASA astronaut Nick Hague and Roscosmos cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov of discuss their mission, personal life, and preparation ahead of their launch to the station. 

On episode 353, the Artemis II crew’s chief training officer discusses her career at NASA, the complexity of astronaut training, and what it takes to prepare the quartet for their mission around the Moon. 

On episode 352, a Gateway manager and a CSA astronaut discuss how commercial cargo missions and robotic systems will be vital for sustaining the future lunar space station.

NASA nutrition scientists discuss how a daily B vitamin supplement might prevent vision changes in astronauts during long-duration space missions. HWHAP Episode 351.

NASA astronaut Don Pettit discusses his life and career ahead of his fourth flight to the International Space Station. HWHAP Episode 350.

NASA astronaut Frank Rubio reflects on his record-breaking 371 days aboard the International Space Station. HWHAP Episode 349.

European Space Agency astronaut Luca Parmitano discusses the international elements of the Gateway lunar space station. HWHAP Episode 348.

The CHAPEA Mission 1 crew reflects on their year inside of a simulated Mars habitat and shares their perspectives of what it takes to be a successful Martian crew member. HWHAP Episode 347.

The CHAPEA crew checks in on their last month inside of a simulated Mars habitat, and the principal investigator reflects on the year-long mission ahead of the crew’s egress. HWHAP Episode 346.

A NASA production coordinator discusses the design and inspiration behind “The Lost Universe”, a virtual game designed to take players to a rogue planet in order to find the missing Hubble Space Telescope. HWHAP Episode 345.

A NASA astronaut and a Gateway manager discuss how the future lunar space station will be used for science, deep space exploration, and more. HWHAP Episode 344.

Houston We Have a Podcast celebrates its seven-year anniversary and the hosts talk about their roles at NASA, tell fun stories, and discuss their passion for communication and human spaceflight. HWHAP Episode 343.

The CHAPEA crew checks in on their eleventh month in a Mars simulated habitat, and a NASA expert discusses the measures taken to ensure that the year long mission has been conducted safely and ethically. HWHAP Episode 342.

Aerospace engineers discuss NASA’s Quesst mission and the X-59 aircraft designed to fly faster than the speed of sound and test the future of supersonic travel. HWHAP Episode 341.

An engineer at the Neutral Buoyancy Laboratory discusses how environmental effects help make spacewalk training more realistic in the 40-foot-deep pool. HWHAP Episode 340.

A payload developer and surgeon discuss testing a robotic surgery technology demonstration aboard the International Space Station. HWHAP Episode 339.

Experts from NASA’s Stennis Space Center discuss the facilities that support RS-25 engine testing for the Space Launch System and future Artemis missions. HWHAP Episode 338.

The CHAPEA crew checks in on their 10th month in a Mars simulated habitat, and a NASA scientist explains her role studying crew habitat design and how it supports behavioral health, team cohesion, and performance. HWHAP Episode 337.

Three experts within the Human Physiology, Performance, Protection and Operations Laboratory (H-3PO) at NASA, explain the ins and outs of this integrated laboratory designed to support human spaceflight. HWHAP Episode 336.

A nanosatellites expert explains the process of how CubeSats are selected, scheduled for launch, and eventually deployed from the International Space Station. HWHAP Episode 335.

A principal investigator talks about an experiment on board the space station observing the forces that drive space weather. HWHAP Episode 334.

The CHAPEA crew checks in on their ninth month in a Mars simulated habitat and a Mars architecture expert explains CHAPEA’s role in NASA’s long-term plans to explore the Red Planet. HWHAP Episode 333.

NASA’s Boeing Crew Flight Test Commander Butch Wilmore and Pilot Suni Williams discuss their astronaut journeys and preparation to be the first humans to fly Starliner. HWHAP Episode 332.

Flight directors discuss NASA’s Boeing Crew Flight Test and the operations behind this historic mission. HWHAP Episode 331.

On April 8, the total solar eclipse across the United States will be the last for 20 years. A NASA flight controller discusses all you need to know about the eclipse, how to best witness it, and the safety precautions that come with it. HWHAP Episode 330.

The CHAPEA crew checks in on their eighth month in a Mars simulated habitat and a NASA biostatistician discusses the process of analysis, interpretation, and presentation of scientific data. HWHAP Episode 329.

NASA's Volatiles Investigating Polar Exploration Rover, also known as VIPER, is the agency’s first robotic lunar rover. Learn more about VIPER and its journey to the lunar surface. HWHAP Episode 328.

NASA astronaut Tracy C. Dyson discusses her background and anticipation as she looks ahead to the beginning of her third spaceflight later this month. HWHAP Episode 327.

From inside of Chamber A at NASA’s Johnson Space Center, NASA experts discuss VIPER’s vacuum chamber testing in preparation for a south pole lunar landing. HWHAP Episode 326.

NASA is looking to recruit the next class of astronauts, and applications are open! The manager of NASA astronaut selection discusses the selection process and how to apply to an out-of-this-world career. HWHAP Episode 325.5.

The 2021 class of astronaut candidates, known as “The Flies," is graduating after two years of rigorous training. Learn more about the class, their training, and what they are looking forward to as an astronaut in the Artemis generation. HWHAP Episode 325.

The CHAPEA crew checks in on their seventh month in a Mars simulated habitat and NASA experts discuss the impacts that spaceflight has on astronauts’ health. This is the seventh audio log of a monthly series. HWHAP Episode 324.

The Crew-8 cadre discusses their backgrounds ahead of their launch to the International Space Station. HWHAP Episode 323.

NASA and Intuitive Machines experts discuss the science and operations behind the IM-1 mission ahead of its journey to land on the Moon’s surface. HWHAP Episode 322.

NASA experts discuss the considerations when looking at landing locations for future human missions to the Moon’s surface. HWHAP Episode 321.

The CHAPEA crew gives an update as they hit their halfway mark of their yearlong mission, and human performance scientists discuss exercising in a simulated Mars habitat. This is the sixth audio log of a monthly series. HWHAP Episode 320.

Planetary scientists and OSIRIS-REx co-investigators at NASA's Johnson Space Center walk us through the processes and emotions of working in the lab with asteroid Bennu’s precious samples. HWHAP Episode 319.

Michael Lopez-Alegria, former NASA astronaut and current commander of Axiom Mission 3, discusses his career and the upcoming private astronaut mission to the International Space Station. HWHAP Episode 318.

The CEO of Astrobotic and NASA Deputy Manager for Commercial Lunar Payload Services discuss Peregrine Mission One ahead of its launch and landing on the lunar surface. HWHAP Episode 317.

The CHAPEA crew gives an update in their fifth month of a one-year stay in a simulated Mars habitat and Dr. Suzanne Bell discusses behavioral health and performance of the analog mission. This is the fifth audio log of a monthly series. HWHAP Episode 316.

NASA scientist Dr. Sharmila Bhattacharya describes how space biology research can contribute to significant scientific and technological advancements that not only enable space exploration for future long duration space missions, but also benefits life on Earth. HWHAP Episode 315.

The CHAPEA crew gives an update amid their one-year stay in a simulated Mars habit, and Gioia Massa discusses crop production on Mars. This is the fourth audio log of a monthly series.  HWHAP Episode 314.

Space communication and navigation expert Jason Mitchell discusses laser communications and the ongoing work to understand what future deep space and near space missions might need. HWHAP Episode 313.

Principal investigator Mark Weislogel discusses new science being sent to the station aboard the SpaceX CRS-29 cargo resupply mission to improve plant growth in space. HWHAP Episode 312.

The CHAPEA crew gives an update in their third month of a one-year stay in a simulated Mars habit, and Dr. Scott Smith discusses the nutrition science of the analog mission. This is the third audio log of a monthly series. HWHAP Episode 311.

NASA Innovative Advanced Concepts leaders Mike LaPointe and John Nelson discuss unique and interesting solutions to complex spaceflight challenges. HWHAP Episode 310.

Johnson’s deputy team lead of dexterous robots Evan Laske describes the design and ambitions of the humanoid robot Valkyrie. HWHAP Episode 309.

The CHAPEA crew gives an update on how life has been in the simulated Mars habitat for their one-year stay, and a human research expert discusses the virtual reality spacewalks within the analog. This is the second audio log of a monthly series. HWHAP Episode 308.

Psyche’s principal investigator Lindy Elkins-Tanton walks us through the science and technology of the mission to a metal-rich asteroid. HWHAP Episode 307.

Curation experts at the Johnson Space Center discuss what happens to the asteroid samples after OSIRIS-REx lands in Utah on Sunday, Sept. 24. HWHAP Episode 306.

Hear from chief flight director Emily Nelson as she discusses her journey to NASA and what it takes to lead teams inside Mission Control Houston. HWHAP Episode 305.

Hear from NASA astronaut Loral O’Hara ahead of her launch to the International Space Station. HWHAP Episode 304.

Hear from the CHAPEA crew and the principal investigator as they give us an update on how life has been in the simulated Mars habitat. This is the first audio log of a monthly series. HWHAP Episode 303.

Hear from Johnson Space Center’s Safety and Mission Assurance Director who describes NASA’s safety culture today and how it has evolved over time. HWHAP Episode 302.

Hear from the Crew-7 cadre ahead of their launch to the International Space Station. HWHAP Episode 301.

Celebrating 300 episodes! To commemorate this milestone, we recorded this podcast in front of a live audience at Space Center Houston. We were joined by four special guests, who walk us through the future of a human presence in Low Earth Orbit, before opening the conversation up to an audience Q&A. HWHAP Episode 300.

Hear from new Gateway leaders who give us an update on the lunar outpost for future Artemis missions to the Moon. HWHAP Episode 299.

RADSAT-SK Technical Project manager and president of the University of Saskatchewan Space Design Team walk us through the ins and outs of the first satellite from Saskatchewan recently deployed from the space station. HWHAP Episode 298.

Deputy Associate Administrator for the Exploration Systems Development Mission Directorate at NASA joins us this week to discuss future architecture plans for Moon to Mars missions. HWHAP Episode 297.

Hear from rocket scientists who discuss a new revolutionary rocket engine design tested at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center last year. HWHAP Episode 296.

Hear from the deputy project manager for NASA’s CHAPEA project as well as the volunteer crew of four who joined us a few days before entering the Mars simulated habitat for one year. HWHAP Episode 295.

A project lead at NASA walks us through a new laser communication system that will be tested on the Artemis II mission to the Moon to drastically increase deep space data rates. HWHAP Episode 294.

Experts at NASA's Johnson Space Center discuss the new potable water dispenser that will soon be tested on the space station for future Artemis missions into deep space. HWHAP Episode 293.

The co-founder of the “Genes in Space” program joins the 2022 student winner to discuss this competition that allows students across the country to design an experiment for the International Space Station. HWHAP Episode 292.

Co-principal investigator for a neuroscience experiment launching to the space station soon walks us through the goals of the experiment and how it might benefit patients back on Earth. HWHAP Episode 291.

Three NASA human research experts discuss CIPHER, the first study integrating multiple physiological and psychological measures to assess how extended durations in space change the human body. HWHAP Episode 290.

The Principal Investigator for NASA’s Lucy mission discusses the spacecraft’s 12-year journey to eight different asteroids as we look to better understand the formation of our solar system. HWHAP Episode 289.

Artemis II lead flight directors walk us through what was learned from Artemis I and what we are doing right now in Mission Control to prepare for Artemis II and beyond. HWHAP Episode 288.

A NASA expert details an upcoming space station study conducted during a spacewalk to better understand potential contaminants for future human exploration of the Moon and Mars. HWHAP Episode 287.

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.

Experts share the preparations and excitement ahead of the OSIRIS-REx asteroid sample that is returning to Earth in September 2023. HWHAP Episode 285.

Learn about a student-built experiment that recently made its way to the International Space Station. HWHAP Episode 284.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Hear from the Crew-6 cadre ahead of their launch to the International Space Station. HWHAP Episode 277.

Scientists at NASA’s Johnson Space Center share what it will take for humans to live on a multi-year journey to, on, and from Mars. HWHAP Episode 276.

Hear from NASA’s lead scientist of advanced food technology who explains the meal plan for a journey to the Red Planet. HWHAP Episode 275.

Hear from a scientist who describes the complexities and innovative strategies needed to pack for a human mission to Mars. HWHAP Episode 274.

What kind of spacecraft is needed to transport humans between Earth and Mars? Hear from a NASA engineer who describes the vehicle design to support astronauts on the journey through the solar system. HWHAP Episode 273.

Hear from a NASA aerospace engineer who lays out the challenges and needs for humans to make the journey to and from the Red Planet. HWHAP Episode 272.

Hear from a NASA program executive to learn how crazy concepts from science fiction might just find their way into how we plan for future deep space missions to Mars. HWHAP Episode 271.

Hear from a Mars planning expert at NASA’s Johnson Space Center to learn more about what it will take to pull off a successful human mission to the Red Planet. HWHAP Episode 270.

Find out about the NASA research into preventing decompression sickness for astronauts who will walk on the Moon in future Artemis missions. HWHAP Episode 269.

Learn how you can explore Moon rocks virtually with the Astromaterials 3D project. HWHAP Episode 268.

Apollo 17 astronaut Dr. Harrison “Jack” Schmitt reflects on his historic mission 50 years later and where we are now and what's exciting about Artemis from the view of a scientist and an explorer. HWHAP Episode 267.

Lunar Seismologist Dr. Ceri Nunn joins us from NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in California to talk about moonquakes and why studying seismic activity on the Moon is important for the future of human spaceflight. HWHAP Episode 266.

Set to reach lunar orbit on Nov. 13, learn how CAPSTONE will help pave the way for future Artemis missions and Gateway, the Moon’s orbiting space station. HWHAP Episode 265.

Flown on the International Space Station in February, learn how the NanoSat Atmospheric Chemistry Hyperspectral Observation System (NACHOS) could eventually make it easier to monitor volcanic activity and air quality in cities, neighborhoods, and power plants. HWHAP Episode 264.

The human body can adapt to function in reduced levels of gravity, but not without some help. Learn how NASA's Neuroscience Lab is finding ways to help future astronauts be safe and productive on exploration missions to the Moon and Mars. HWHAP Episode 263.

Joining us directly from the International Space Station, NASA Astronaut Frank Rubio reflects on his recent launch into space and his first days on station. HWHAP Episode 262.

Four of NASA’s newest flight directors discuss their new role at NASA, their journey to where they are now, and how their expertise will be critical in humanity’s return to the Moon and eventually, future exploration of Mars. HWHAP Episode 261.

Joining us from NASA’s Jet Propulsion laboratory, Dr. Robert Green and Dr. David Thompson discuss how the Earth Surface Mineral Dust Source investigation on the International Space Station is helping solve the mysteries of dust on Earth. HWHAP Episode 260.

The Crew-5 astronauts discuss their individual journeys that brought them together on the upcoming fifth crew rotation of NASA’s Commercial Crew Program. HWHAP Episode 259.

Dr. Anna-Lisa Paul and Dr. Rob Ferl discuss how their latest discovery of plant growth in lunar soil just may change the future of spaceflight as we know it. HWHAP Episode 258.

Dr. Nathan Lundblad and Dr. Jason Williams discuss the importance of the Cold Atom Laboratory on the International Space Station, where NASA's Biological & Physical Sciences Division out of NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory remotely conducts quantum science. HWHAP Episode 257.

Janet Petro reflects on her first year as the director of NASA’s Kennedy Space Center. HWHAP Episode 256.

Nujoud Merancy discusses the planning and considerations needed to design an Artemis mission to the Moon. HWHAP Episode 255.

Mike Kincaid reviews the many different ways that students and teachers can get involved with NASA throughout the school year and ahead of Artemis I. HWHAP Episode 254.

Danny Glavin reviews a breakthrough research technique that may help us better understand how life on Earth began. HWHAP Episode 253.

The Houston We Have a Podcast team picks their favorite episodes after completing the podcast’s fifth year. HWHAP Episode 252.

Courtney Black describes the amateur radio program that connects astronauts in space to people and students around the globe. HWHAP Episode 251.

Vanessa Wyche reflects on her first year as the director of NASA’s Johnson Space Center. HWHAP Episode 250.

Dr. Scott Dulchavsky and Dr. Dan Siegal reflect on research aboard the International Space Station that has improved ultrasound training and access worldwide. HWHAP Episode 249.

David Blewett details a mission to investigate the mysterious lunar swirls. HWHAP Episode 248.

Lara Kearney explains the goals of a new program at NASA that is working with industry and international partners on future spacesuits and rovers. HWHAP Episode 247.

Juliane Gross and Cindy Evans describe opening a vacuum-sealed lunar sample that has been preserved for nearly 50 years. HWHAP Episode 246.

Mark Vande Hei reflects on his recent 355 days in space. HWHAP Episode 245.

Amy Comeau details the second uncrewed flight test of the Boeing Starliner crew spacecraft. HWHAP Episode 244.

Rajiv Gupta and Keith Gendreau describe a capability used to look at neutron stars that is being tested to improve medical technology. HWHAP Episode 243.

Pamela Clark and Cliff Brambora describe a satellite to be deployed on the Artemis I mission that may better map lunar ices. HWHAP Episode 242.

Shawn Gano and Richard Garodnick lay out the work that’s been done to prepare NASA’s Mission Control Center in Houston for future Moon missions. HWHAP Episode 241.

Nicole Wagner describes an experiment that is using microgravity on the space station to test the manufacturing of a protein that could solve retinal blindness. HWHAP Episode 240

The astronauts of NASA’s SpaceX Crew-4 mission describe their anticipation for the upcoming crew rotation mission to the International Space Station. HWHAP Episode 239.

Daniel Lockney reviews some of the most fascinating NASA technologies that have made their way into our everyday lives. HWHAP Episode 238.

Angela Hart and Camille Alleyne of NASA’s Commercial Low-Earth Orbit Development program describe the agency's efforts to build a robust commercial economy by enabling private astronaut missions to the International Space Station. HWHAP Episode 237.

David Kring and Julie Stopar detail interesting lunar research and how they're preparing for continued lunar surface exploration through the Artemis program. HWHAP Episode 236.

Les Johnson and Julie Castillo-Rogez describe an experiment that will be deployed from the Artemis I mission to explore a near-Earth asteroid. HWHAP Episode 235.

John Blevins details NASA’s Space Launch System rocket ahead of the Artemis I mission. HWHAP Episode 234.

NASA communicators describe the various ways that the agency connects with mass audiences. HWHAP Episode 233.

Kris Brown and Emily Calandrelli describe the importance of inspiring young women to pursue an interest in science, technology, engineering and math. HWHAP Episode 232.

Kevin Takada discusses advancements and upcoming technology demonstrations for the next generation oxygen generation system for human spaceflight. HWHAP Episode 231.

Aric Katterhagen discusses free-flying robots on the space station that are training to help astronauts with their daily lives. HWHAP Episode 230.

Tom Cruise asks Victor Glover about what happens to the human body during a long-duration spaceflight. HWHAP Episode 229.

Sergio Santa Maria shares the details of a research investigation on the Artemis I mission around the Moon that will send microorganisms into deep space. HWHAP Episode 228.

Ned Penley and Stu McClung describe the manufacturing process of the Orion spacecraft that is being used for upcoming Artemis missions. HWHAP Episode 227.

Gary Cox describes the imaging systems on board the Orion spacecraft that will enable the earthbound to see the Earth and Moon from deep space during Artemis missions. HWHAP Episode 226.

Philip Baldwin lays out the infrastructure, operations, and future of near and deep space communication networks. HWHAP Episode 225.

On its 10th anniversary, Third Rock Radio hosts share the history and evolution of the partnership with NASA and bringing space to the airwaves. HWHAP Episode 224.

John Uri reflects on the history of the Johnson Space Center after its 60th anniversary. HWHAP Episode 223.

Mandy Cady previews the latest science aboard the International Space Station and describes her role in coordinating hundreds of investigations performed in orbit. HWHAP Episode 222.

Mark Matney and Jim Cooney describe the science of orbital debris and the details behind the shielding and avoidance maneuvers of the International Space Station. HWHAP Episode 221.

CJ Scott details the WB-57 aircraft, the unique imaging systems on board, and the teams that support operations. HWHAP Episode 220.

The Crew-3 astronauts discuss their individual paths that brought them together on the third crew rotation mission of NASA’s Commercial Crew Program. HWHAP Episode 219.