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Curious Minds: Space

21 episodes 96%4KCC

Inside the risks, repairs, and revelations that reshaped our view of space.

Hear experts and astronauts unpack the realities behind space exploration, from the cost and danger of human flight to the breakthroughs that changed what discovery can mean. Along the way, the series connects iconic moments like Apollo and Hubble to bigger questions about technology, ambition, and our place beyond Earth. Sign up to see the ideas behind the headlines.

Episode guide

21 episodes
1
1How Will Nanotechnology Impact Space Exploration?
Eric Drexler, often called "the Father of Nanotechnology," discusses how nanoengineering will facilitate future space exploration.
2 min
2
2A Fascination With Space Travel
Roger Launius, Senior Curator at the National Air and Space Museum, explores humanity's early interest with space travel and the unknown secrets of the universe.
1 min
3
3Planets By The Thousands
Michael Summers, Professor of Planetary Science & Astronomy at George Mason University, marvels at our golden age of planetary science, with thousands of new worlds discovered in recent years.
2 min
4
4Apollo 11
Roger Launius, Senior Curator at the National Air and Space Museum, recounts the story of the famed mission that put the first men on the surface of the moon.
5 min
5
5Will There Ever Be Interstellar Travel?
Are we currently living in an interstellar network? Michio Kaku, famed theoretical physicist and founder of string field theory, shares the ways in which interstellar travel may be possible.
3 min
6
6Apollo 8: A Morale Boost
Roger Launius, Senior Curator at the National Air and Space Museum, takes a look at the Apollo 8 mission and the famous Earthrise photograph, both taking place during a tumultuous year.
3 min
7
7Is The U.S. Lost In Space?
Former NASA Astronaut and NOAA Administrator Kathryn Sullivan explores the status and benefits of the U.S. manned space program.
2 min
8
8Favorite Space Artifact
Roger Launius, Senior Curator at the National Air and Space Museum, describes NASA's famed Stardust mission, responsible for collecting and analyzing comet dust.
1 min
9
9What Is It Like To Walk In Space?
Former NASA Astronaut Kathryn Sullivan, the first American woman to walk in space, describes what it's like to leave your spacecraft.
2 min
10
10N.A.S.A.: A Cold War Response
Roger Launius, Senior Curator at the National Air and Space Museum, details Russia's role in the origins of the NASA program during the volatile Cold War era.
4 min
11
11Deploying And Fixing Hubble
Former NASA Astronaut Kathryn Sullivan describes her role in deploying and repairing one of world's most significant scientific instruments.
3 min
12
12The Power Of Lift Off
Former NASA Astronaut Kathryn Sullivan describes the rush of a Space Shuttle launch.
4 min
13
13N.A.S.A.'s Mission In The 21st Century
Roger Launius, Senior Curator at the National Air and Space Museum, highlights NASA's present goals and missions, as well as possible destinations and programs in the near-future.
2 min
14
14Returning To Earth
Former NASA Astronaut Kathryn Sullivan describes thrill of Space Shuttle reentry and landing.
3 min
15
15Robotic Mission To Space
Roger Launius, Senior Curator at the National Air and Space Museum, shares the history of the robotic missions occurring in space.
2 min
16
16The Apollo Astronauts
Roger Launius, Senior Curator at the National Air and Space Museum, shares the history of the men chosen to participate in the Apollo program.
2 min
17
17The Big Picture From Space
Roger Launius, Senior Curator at the National Air and Space Museum, describes the "Overview Effect" experienced by astronauts when traveling to outer space.
1 min
18
18The International Space Station
Roger Launius, Senior Curator at the National Air and Space Museum, looks at life aboard the International Space Station, and the science currently being performed in outer space.
2 min
19
19The Militarization Of Space
Roger Launius, Senior Curator at the National Air and Space Museum, looks at the history and possibility of military activity outside of planet Earth.
3 min
20
20The Moon Landings
Roger Launius, Senior Curator at the National Air and Space Museum, revisits the Golden Age of NASA with its many successful trips to the moon. How did we get there, and what did we learn?
2 min
21
21The Tragedy Of Apollo 1
Roger Launius, Senior Curator at the National Air and Space Museum, revisits one of NASA's greatest tragedies, the death of the Apollo 1 crew, and its impact on the program.
2 min
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