Episode 13 Space Heroes: A few of our personal Space Heroes! - BIIRS Season 1 But it is Rocket Science

There are so many amazing people who have contributed to the world of space. Jeanette Epps, Charles Bolden Jr, Mae Jemison and Katherine Johnson are just a few. Listen to hear all about their incredible lives, and why we consider them to be some of our Space Heroes!

Unfortunately, Henna couldn't join us, but our favorite Space Plumber, Sammi joins Anna to chat about some people who inspire them!

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"Tyrant" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Mae Jemison

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Charles Bolden:

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Katherine Johnson:

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