Space is for Everyone! with Martynas Fedotovas and Nika Chinchaladze- The Cosmic Companion 2 August 2022

We dedicate this episode to the memory of Nichelle Nichols. Her portrayal of Lieutenant Uhura on Star Trek inspired millions.

Welcome back to The Cosmic Companion. This week, we talk about the future of space exploration, as we build the first human habitations beyond the confines of Earth.

Later in the show, we will talk with Martynas Fedotovas and Nika Chinchaladze, about their work developing and promoting science education in Eastern Europe and beyond.

On 12 April 1961, Yuri Gagarin became the first man in space, and the first woman, Valentina Tereshkova, followed a little over two years later. Since then, around 600 people have reached beyond the limits of our home planet… 

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Clear skies! James

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