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Space for All

Women's Aerospace Network

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Empowering conversations. Inspiring journeys. Find your place in space through insights from scientists to marketing strategists, doctors, executives, artists, and more. Join with leading voices who are shaping the future and leaving no one behind. Brought to you by the Women’s Aerospace Network.
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Join us on this episode of the Space for All podcast as we chat with Alma Okpalefe, Executive Director at the World Space Week Association. Alma shares her remarkable journey from studying law to becoming a key figure in the space industry. Discover how a chance encounter with space law shaped her career, and listen as she reveals the global impact of World Space Week. Tune in for insights on space’s role in addressing climate change and the importance of raising awareness for the future of space exploration!

“Space for All” is brought to you by the Women’s Aerospace Network (WAN)

For more information regarding World Space Week, go to WorldSpaceWeek.com

SUPPORT WAN: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/womensaerospace/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@womensaerospace LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/womensaerospace/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/WomensAerospace

ABOUT THE HOST:

Valerie McKiernan's journey began in the heart of the aerospace industry, working at her family’s aerospace business from a young age. After college, she took an exciting detour as a TV producer for CNBC Business News, where she discovered her love for television production. Over the past decade, Valerie made her way back into the Aerospace Industry and is now blending her two passions to inspire and attract more people to Space. In addition to being the host of Space for All, Valerie is a Senior Business Development Manager for Coherent Corp. FOLLOW THE HOST: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/valmckiernan/ TikTok - https://tiktok.com/AerospaceVal To explore more and join our community, check out WomensAerospace.com

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In this episode of the Space For All podcast, Valerie McKiernan chats with Maria Demaree, Vice President of National Security Space within Lockheed Martin Space. Maria shares her journey from growing up in a STEM-focused family to leading a critical division at Lockheed Martin. She offers advice for women aspiring to leadership roles in aerospace, emphasizing the importance of leading from where you are, constantly learning, and not disqualifying yourself from opportunities. Additionally, Maria highlights Lockheed's initiatives to foster diversity, the significance of space in daily life, and the critical role space plays in national security. Whether you're an engineer or not, Maria's insights will inspire anyone looking to find their place in the aerospace industry.

“Space for All” is brought to you by the Women’s Aerospace Network (WAN) SUPPORT WAN: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/womensaerospace/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@womensaerospace LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/womensaerospace/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/WomensAerospace

ABOUT THE HOST:

Valerie McKiernan's journey began in the heart of the aerospace industry, working at her family’s aerospace business from a young age. After college, she took an exciting detour as a TV producer for CNBC Business News, where she discovered her love for television production. Over the past decade, Valerie made her way back into the Aerospace Industry and is now blending her two passions to inspire and attract more people to Space. In addition to being the host of Space for All, Valerie is a Senior Business Development Manager for Coherent Corp. FOLLOW THE HOST: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/valmckiernan/ TikTok - https://tiktok.com/AerospaceVal To explore more and join our community, check out WomensAerospace.com

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Have you ever wondered what lies beyond our solar system? In today’s episode, Dr. Emily Rickman, an astronomer at the Space Telescope Science Institute, discusses her journey in the field of exoplanet research. She fell in love with physics and engineering as a child and later developed a passion for astrophysics and astronomy. Dr. Rickman lets us in on the captivating wonders of exoplanets, explaining that:

  • Exoplanets are planets that orbit stars other than our Sun.
  • There are different types of exoplanets, including rocky terrestrial planets and giant gaseous planets.
  • The first exoplanet was discovered in 1995, and since then, over 5,000 exoplanets have been discovered.
  • There are various methods used to detect exoplanets, such as the radial velocity technique, the transit technique, and direct imaging.

Tune in to discover more about exoplanets, including what makes them so fascinating and why space explorers are so eager to find them. If you liked this episode, get inspired with this one next: Breaking the Aerospace Ceiling: Snehal Bhamare’s Success Story

“Space for All” is brought to you by the Women’s Aerospace Network (WAN) SUPPORT WAN: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/womensaerospace/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@womensaerospace LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/womensaerospace/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/WomensAerospace

ABOUT THE HOST:

Valerie McKiernan's journey began in the heart of the aerospace industry, working at her family’s aerospace business from a young age. After college, she took an exciting detour as a TV producer for CNBC Business News, where she discovered her love for television production. Over the past decade, Valerie made her way back into the Aerospace Industry and is now blending her two passions to inspire and attract more people to Space. In addition to being the host of Space for All, Valerie is a Senior Manager for Coherent Corp. FOLLOW THE HOST: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/valmckiernan/ TikTok - https://tiktok.com/AerospaceVal To explore more and join our community, check out WomensAerospace.com

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What does it take to be a successful woman in STEM?

Prepare to be inspired as our host Valerie McKiernan sits down for an uplifting conversation with Aerospace Engineer and Texas A&M graduate, Snehal Bhamare.

From her early fascination with aircraft and space to her thriving career at Boeing, Snehal shares her incredible journey, offering key career advice and valuable insights.

If you liked this episode, check out this powerful and inspiring episode next: Passion and Perseverance: Rania Toukebri in Aerospace

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“Space for All” is brought to you by the Women’s Aerospace Network (WAN)

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ABOUT THE HOST:

Valerie McKiernan's journey began in the heart of the aerospace industry, working at her family’s aerospace business from a young age. After college, she took an exciting detour as a TV producer for CNBC Business News, where she discovered her love for television production. Over the past decade, Valerie made her way back into the Aerospace Industry and is now blending her two passions to inspire and attract more people to Space. In addition to being the host of Space for All, Valerie is a Senior Business Development Manager for Coherent Corp.

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To explore more and join our community, check out https://www.womensaerospace.com/.

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"Space for All" podcast, hosted by Valerie McKiernan, brings you empowering conversations and inspiring journeys from across the aerospace industry.

In this episode, we feature Dr. Pierson, the Aerospace industry’s first speech pathologist and founder of Alpha Speech.

Dr. Pierson walks us through how the industry’s gaps in language requirements are leading to catastrophic failures both here on Earth and in Space. From Pilots to Astronauts, Dr. Pierson explains how accent modification can ensure these professionals are understood the first time, ensuring miscommunications are no longer behind unwanted flight delays, error-related expenses and even loss of life – as they are today.

CONNECT WITH DR. PIERSON:

Dr. Pierson’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alpha-speech/

Alpha Speech: https://www.alpha-speech.com/

“Space for All” is brought to you by the Women’s Aerospace Network (WAN)

JOIN OUR COMMUNITY:

WAN’s LinkedIn:linkedin.com/company/womensaerospace

WAN’s Instagram: @womens.aerospace

WAN’s TikTok: womensaerospace

ABOUT THE HOST:

Valerie McKiernan's journey began in the heart of the aerospace industry, working at her family’s aerospace business from a young age. After college, she took an exciting detour as a TV producer for CNBC Business News, where she discovered her love for television production. Over the past decade, Valerie made her way back into the Aerospace Industry and is now blending her two passions to inspire and attract more people to Space. In addition to being the host of Space for All, Valerie is a Senior Business Development Manager for Coherent Corp.

CONNECT WITH VALERIE:

Valerie’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valmckiernan/

Valerie’s TikTok: AerospaceVal

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Rania Toukebri was inspired by her family’s involvement with NASA and her passion for space from a young age. Despite coming from Tunisia, a country without a prominent space program, she pursued her dream and became a space systems architect and senior team leader. Rania’s journey through the aerospace industry is marked by her determination, innovative mindset, and dedication to mentoring others. In this episode, Rania shares her insights on overcoming challenges, the importance of mentorship, and the limitless possibilities within aerospace.

CONNECT WITH RANIA:

Rania’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rania-toukebri/ Rania’s Instagram: @astro_raniatkb

“Space for All” is brought to you by the Women’s Aerospace Network (WAN)

JOIN OUR COMMUNITY:

WAN’s LinkedIn:linkedin.com/company/womensaerospace

WAN’s Instagram: @womens.aerospace

WAN’s TikTok: womensaerospace

ABOUT THE HOST:

Valerie McKiernan's journey began in the heart of the aerospace industry, working at her family’s aerospace business from a young age. After college, she took an exciting detour as a TV producer for CNBC Business News, where she discovered her love for television production. Over the past decade, Valerie made her way back into the Aerospace Industry and is now blending her two passions to inspire and attract more people to Space. In addition to being the host of Space for All, Valerie is a Senior Business Development Manager for Coherent Corp.

CONNECT WITH VALERIE:

Valerie’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valmckiernan/

Valerie’s TikTok: AerospaceVal

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Space for All - Rising to NASA with Holly Pascal
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07/11/24 • 7 min

"Space for All" podcast, hosted by Valerie McKiernan, brings you empowering conversations and inspiring journeys from across the aerospace industry.

In this episode, we feature Holly Pascal, a NASA Headquarters Systems Engineer and founder of the Women's Aerospace Network.

Holly shares her journey from facing lackluster job offers post-graduation to working her way to NASA. She discusses her passion for aerospace and her mission to support and inspire the next generation through the Women's Aerospace Network.

CONNECT WITH HOLLY:

Holly’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/hollypascal

Holly’s Instagram: @holly.pascal

“Space for All” is brought to you by the Women’s Aerospace Network (WAN)

JOIN OUR COMMUNITY:

WAN’s LinkedIn:linkedin.com/company/womensaerospace

WAN’s Instagram: @womens.aerospace

WAN’s TikTok: womensaerospace

ABOUT THE HOST:

Valerie McKiernan's journey began in the heart of the aerospace industry, working at her family’s aerospace business from a young age. After college, she took an exciting detour as a TV producer for CNBC Business News, where she discovered her love for television production. Over the past decade, Valerie made her way back into the Aerospace Industry and is now blending her two passions to inspire and attract more people to Space. In addition to being the host of Space for All, Valerie is a Senior Business Development Manager for Coherent Corp.

CONNECT WITH VALERIE:

Valerie’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valmckiernan/

Valerie’s TikTok: AerospaceVal

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FAQ

How many episodes does Space for All have?

Space for All currently has 7 episodes available.

What topics does Space for All cover?

The podcast is about Podcasts, Technology, Business and Careers.

What is the most popular episode on Space for All?

The episode title 'Unlocking Space: Alma Okpalefe on Advocacy, Awareness, and World Space Week' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Space for All?

The average episode length on Space for All is 25 minutes.

How often are episodes of Space for All released?

Episodes of Space for All are typically released every 13 days, 21 hours.

When was the first episode of Space for All?

The first episode of Space for All was released on Jul 11, 2024.

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