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Spacewalks & Pies: Chatting with Astronaut Heidemarie Stefanyshyn-Piper
Episode 16
Tuesday, 20 February, 2024

Join us for a riveting episode as Mike from the U.S. Embassy sits down with Heidemarie Stefanyshyn-Piper, former NASA astronaut and US Navy captain, during her visit to Wellington in February 2024. From thrilling spacewalks to the lighter side of life in space, including haircuts and pies, Heidemarie shares insights from her stellar career and pioneering efforts in STEM and underwater salvage. This concise chat offers a unique glimpse into the life of an astronaut, blending significant achievements with delightful anecdotes. Don't miss this journey from ocean depths to outer space! Photos from Heide's visit.