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The Curious Cosmos with Derrick PittsAuthor: The Franklin Institute
Are you curious about the stars? Dive deeper than ever before with Derrick Pitts, The Franklin Institute's popular Chief Astronomer, as he takes you on a behind-the-scenes tour of space. But this isn't just about distant galaxies and rocket science. This podcast brings to light the personal stories, dreams, and challenges of those who dedicate their lives to understanding and exploring the cosmosfrom astronomers to educators, engineers to storytellers. Enhanced by immersive sound design, and anchored by Derrick's captivating energy, you'll be transported into the lives of the passionate individuals who truly shape our understanding of space. For a podcast that marries wonder, humanity, and the vastness of the universe, "The Curious Cosmos" is your next audio escape. Dive in and let your curiosity soar! Language: en Genres: Astronomy, Education, Science Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Brandon Burroughs: Real-Life Rocket Scientist!
Episode 10
Tuesday, 14 November, 2023
In this episode of The Curious Cosmos, join Derrick Pitts for an interview with real-life aerospace engineer Brandon Burroughs! Get the inside scoop on the building of the Space Launch System, learn how the rocket industry works, and discover what it's like to research, design, and build the tech that will bring humans deeper into space than ever before.Links for this episode:Learn more about Brandon Burroughs and his work!Learn more about the NASA's Space Launch System, which Brandon spent 5 years working on.Explore NASA's Vehicle Assembly Building further, and get a sense of just how large a building they assemble rocket ships has to be!
