Listen "Making Climate Change History with NASA Astronaut Nicole Stott"
Episode Synopsis
In our first episode, we interview Nicole Stott, a NASA astronaut, about her journey to space and the impact it had on her perspective of Earth. Nicole shares her emotional experience of seeing the Earthrise moment and how it made her realize the importance of protecting our planet. She emphasizes the need for everyone to see themselves as crewmates on Spaceship Earth and take individual responsibility for its well-being. Nicole also discusses the seven ways of being to save our planet, including treating everything as local and understanding the connection between personal and planetary health. In this conversation, Nicole Stott discusses her journey from being a woman in engineering to becoming a NASA engineer and astronaut. She emphasizes the importance of encouraging curiosity and providing a supportive environment for young people to pursue their interests. Nicole also highlights the role of space travel and organizations like NASA in sustainability and the fight against climate change. She explains how space technology and research contribute to improving life on Earth. Nicole's mission is to inspire people to recognize their role as crewmates and work towards a positive future for the planet.