Casual Space Beth Mund

This week, in our ongoing summer series, “Summer-ease,” we meet at the intersection of innovation, Disney, and space exploration. Our returning and always insightful guest (and Disney insider), Hannah Stanley, joins us to discuss Disney's innovative culture and its profound influence on space-related endeavors. 
Why Disney?  Disney shares the same pioneering spirit as our nation’s space industry. Like NASA, Disney’s culture from the very beginning has encouraged the application of innovative ideas, leaving unforgettable imprints on various industries, from animation to theme parks and environmental initiatives. We delve into the visionary ideas of Walt Disney, such as the futuristic EPCOT, and the groundbreaking technological innovations that have propelled Disney's unparalleled success.  Did you know that Wernher von Braun served as a spokesman for three Walt Disney television programs on space travel, Man in Space?
 
 
WATCH: How Disney Built America on the History Channel 
https://www.history.com/shows/how-disney-built-america 
“How Disney Built America” is a nostalgia-filled ride that paints a vivid picture of the world of Walt Disney and the history-making empire he and his brother Roy Disney built. Each hour-long episode focuses on a different example of game-changing brilliance in Disney’s history, including creating the world’s most recognizable characters, establishing the animated features industry, revolutionizing the concept of merchandising, and using groundbreaking design and engineering to construct Disneyland, Walt Disney World® Resort, and beyond. Viewers will hear from legendary Disney Imagineer Bob Gurr, a direct hire from Walt who developed over 100 designs for Disney theme park attractions, to gain surprising insights into the unique innovations and struggles involved in realizing the dreams of a visionary.
 
WATCH: Disney Imagineer Lanny Smoot describes the HoloTile (we mention in this episode): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hyc33U6f8rk 
 
If you enjoyed this episode and would like to share an innovation you are inspired by, I’d love to hear it! Please share it in the socials, 
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*Don't forget!!! You can send your story to space TODAY! The window for STORIES of Space Mission 03 is NOW OPEN! Send your story, for free, to www.storiesofspace.com

Have you ever been captivated by a moment from a space movie? Did that movement make you laugh, learn, or even lean in a little further into the science or story? 
 
In this third summary (summer-ease) episode of Casual Space, Chad and I plunge into the whimsical world of space movies, from makeshift force fields to mutant monsters born from nuclear waste. But amidst the laughter and incredulity, we uncover a deeper truth about the power of storytelling to inspire wonder and curiosity about the cosmos.
 
So grab your popcorn and join us as we journey through the cosmos of cinema, celebrating the creativity and ingenuity of filmmakers who dare to dream beyond the stars.
 
If you enjoyed this episode and would like to share a space movie moment, I’d love to hear it! Please share it in the socials, 
LinkedIn - @casualspacepodcast
Facebook - @casualspacepodcast
Instagram - @casualspacepodcast
YouTube - @casualspacepodcast83
or email me at beth@casualspacepodcast.com.
 
*Don't forget!!! You can send your story to space TODAY! The window for STORIES of Space Mission 03 is NOW OPEN! Send your story, for free, to www.storiesofspace.com 
 

What does grace look like in a high-performance workplace like the space exploration industry? 
Why is grace in the workspace important? 
Can someone have professional grace if they don’t necessarily have a lot of experience? 
On this 2nd summaries (summer-ease) episode, Beth welcomes her colleague, media host and longtime Disney cast member Hannah Stanley discuss what professional grace looks like, and how each of us can aim to extend grace within our workspace. 
Discussions, ideas & examples of grace from guests on previous episodes: 
Going to space with grace- Chris and Erin Sembroski share how they work together (and give one another grace along the way : https://www.bethmund.com/casual-space-podcast/20211224/147-erin-sembroski
The Overview Effect- referencing “grace” and awe when seeing our planet Earth from space with Frank Whie: https://www.bethmund.com/casual-space-podcast/2021/0805/134-frank-white
Making space for young & curious space explorers with Janet Ivey from Janet’s Planet: https://www.bethmund.com/casual-space-podcast/2020/10/01/91-janet-ivey 
*Don’t forget!!! You can send your story to space TODAY! The window for STORIES of Space Mission 03 is NOW OPEN! Send your story, for free, to www.storiesofspace.com 
 

Welcome to the first episode in our new series, “Summaries” (Summer-ease) where host Beth Mund provides a shortened, easy- going, “summary” for your listening enjoyment.  Every week, you’ll find themes within space exploration of course, and related topics.  Guests will occasionally stop by, and we’ll keep the conversation light and non-technical (we always do).  Like a cool and refreshing iced tea, these mini masterclass conversations are deliciously served to include the perfect mix of entertainment and education with a splash of cosmic fun!
 
So, listen in & relax! Let us do all the heavy lifting and bring the universe to you- one casual space summary at a time.
 
This week’s Summer-ease theme:  Staying Curious
When it comes to space exploration, what does it mean to stay curious? Beth reflects on some of her previous guests ‘episodes and what it means to not only be curious, but how to stay curious by inviting others to join in.
 
Astronomer John Read invites us to look up and be curious about our night sky: https://www.bethmund.com/casual-space-podcast/20240129/211-john
 
Researchers/ writers/ comics Kelly and Zach Weinersmith are curious about how we might live on Mars https://www.bethmund.com/casual-space-podcast/20240229/217-kelly-zach-weinersmith
 
Curious about solar power? Physicist John Mankins explains it here: https://www.bethmund.com/casual-space-podcast/20240223/215-john-mankins
 
*Don’t forget!!! You can send your story to space TODAY! The window for STORIES of Space Mission 03 is NOW OPEN! Send your story, for free, to www.storiesofspace.com

Last spring, Beth Mund delivered the commencement speech at her alma matter, Loras College. Here is the recording of her speech, never before released.  It's one of life long exploration and curiosity- Beth draws examples from her own experiences and from her colleagues in the space industry to help inspire the next generation of explorers. 

Sean Wilson is a strategic communications and crisis communications expert who has worked extensively within the space industry. Sean currently works as the Director of Communications for the Aerospace Corporation and has also worked as the Director of Media and Public Relations for Northrop Grumman and the Director of Strategic Communications for Orbital ATK. *Whew!* AND, that’s not even all of it- she’s served in the United States Air Force, wrote a children’s book about space adventures, and is a talented artist and “music junkie!” 
 
On this episode, Sean and Beth discover their professional paths have crossed numerous times and that they unknowingly have both been witness to several events and adventures while working with NASA…. This conversation is full of surprises, some “insider” tales, career wisdom from lessons learned, and, of course- laughter looking back on it all (and a promise of more stories to come).  
 
Find Sean on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanewilson/
 
And check out her space art on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/seanewilson/
Or get your copy of Princess Ava’s excellent space adventure here: https://www.amazon.com/Princess-Avas-Great-Space-Adventure/dp/1494417987 
And don’t forget- Mission 03 is accepting your story about space RIGHT NOW at www.storiesofspace.com