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One Giant Leap Australia Foundation presents an informative podcast for school students who have their sights set on a career in STEM.
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Aug 9, 2023
Asian Try Zero G Program
One Giant Leap Australia Foundation, the Australian Space Agency and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) are excited to announce the selection of an Australian student experiment to be conducted on the International Space Station (ISS). Shingo Nishimoto, a student studying Aerospace Engineering at The Australian National University, will have his experiment conducted on the ISS after entering the Asian Try Zero-G competition.
https://onegiantleapfoundation.com.au/asian-try-zero-g/
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Jul 10, 2023
The Space Foundation - Space Symposium 2023
In this episode, we chat to Jennie Anderson,_ _Education Program Manager at the Space Foundation, about the recent Space Symposium in Colorado. Our very own Shannon McConnell also joins us to tell us about her experience at the event.
To find out more about the Space Foundation visit; https://www.spacefoundation.org
You can also learn more about the work of One Giant Leaps Austtralia Foundation at; https://onegiantleapfoundation.com.au
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Apr 3, 2023
Developing the young workforce of the 21st Century
In this episode, we speak to Justin Thomas from DYW Dumfries&Galloway in Scotland. We learn about what is required to succeed in the workforce of the 21st Century.
https://www.dywdg.co.uk
Twitter @dyw_dg
Facebook: DYW Dumfries and Galloway
Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@dywdumfriesgallowaydywflix4373
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Mar 27, 2023
International Space Station News with Liam Kennedy
It's time for an update on the International Space Station with Liam Kennedy from www.issabove.com - To order an "ISS Above" visit www.onegiantleapaustralia.com/iss-above/
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Mar 13, 2023
Avalon Airshow
We speak to some of the participants of the Australian International Airshow. For more visit; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cwt4u4VOPjI
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Feb 24, 2023
Shakespeare Aliens
Something a little different in this episode, what if William Shakespeare wrote the film 'Aliens'? If you are in Adelaide during the Fringe Festival, you can find out!
We talk to Actor and Director, Rob Lloyd about this re telling of a science fiction classic!
https://adelaidefringe.com.au/fringetix/shakespeare-aliens-af2023
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Feb 22, 2023
Bob Carpenter
It was with immense sorrow and heartache we announced the sudden passing of Robert (Bob) Carpenter OAM, Co-Director of One Giant Leap Australia on Saturday 18 February 2023.
This brief episode acknowledges his passing. Rest in Peace.
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Feb 16, 2023
Jeremy Repetto from Geospatial Intelligence
In this episode we are joined by Jeremy Repetto from Geospatial Intelligence to discuss satellites and remote sensing.
On Instagram
*@geospatial_intel*
www.geoint.com.au
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*@jeremyrepetto*
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Feb 5, 2023
Space Educator Christopher Mick
Christopher Mick joins us again to discuss his work as a space educator. Christopher is another key member of the One Giant Leap Australia Foundation USA Educator Advisory Board.
Christopher Mick is the Executive Director for the STEAM educational nonprofit, Space St. Croix, which brings free Space-themed STEAM programming and teacher support materials to all Hudson, Wisconsin area public and private schools.
https://onegiantleapfoundation.com.au/usa-educator-advisory-board/
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Jan 31, 2023
Space Educator - Pam Kraus
Conitnuing with our discussions with our USA Educator Advisory Board, we speak to Pam Kraus. Pam is the Career Technical Education (CTE) Coordinator and STEM Consultant at Smoky Hill Education Service Center in Salina, Kansas. As CTE Coordinator Pam writes and administers the federal Perkins Grant for 42 rural Kansas districts in the Smoky Hill Carl Perkins Consortium.
https://onegiantleapfoundation.com.au/usa-educator-advisory-board/
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Jan 26, 2023
The Delta Team - USA Educator Advisory Board
In this episode we speak to our friends on the One Giant Leap Australia Foundation USA Educator Advisory Board. We find out about their experiences as space educators over the years.
Featuing; Shannon McConnell, Ronda McCarthy, Kellie Arenz & Laura Tomlin.
https://onegiantleapfoundation.com.au/usa-educator-advisory-board/
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Jan 5, 2023
Kyoichi Arakane from JAXA
In this episode, we talk to Kyoichi Arakane, Senior Engineer at JAXA: Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency. We learn about some of the amazing work coming out of JAXA as well as being treated to some original music from Kyoichi Arakane.
NOTE: The opinions in this conversation represent interviewee and do not represent JAXA in any official capacity.
To find more of Kyoichi Arakane's music, visit;
Apple Music https://music.apple.com/jp/artist/kyo-arakane/1527323240
Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/7JQUWujd6wgVyeaT2J04et?si=ze9aCF5TR1irQuJTZOeoAQ
YouTube https://youtube.com/channel/UC5UHSjftmzw2dB3j01LDXuw
Amazon Music https://music.amazon.co.jp/artists/B08FNVJ52T?ref=dm_sh_qPU6y5AQVCn39DvTh4eoXj0oB
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Dec 18, 2022
The Space Foundation
In our final episode for 2022, we speak to Anna Shaw and Jennie Anderson from the Space Foundation in Colorado Springs about space education.
To find out more about the Space Foundation visit www.spacefoundation.org
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Dec 12, 2022
Artemis 1 with Christopher Mick
Now that the Artemis 1 mission is over, we chat to Christopher Mick (USA Education Advisor to One Giant Leap Australia Foundation) who gives us a first hand account of watching the Artemis 1 rocket launch.
Christopher's accompanying photographs can be viewed at https://youtu.be/x907eLmwfLQ
Christopher's Artemis articles can be found at;
https://www.hudsonstarobserver.com/news/moon-launch-offers-lessons-for-hudson-students/article_da96e22a-3387-11ed-b14f-bbaaaad169e2.html
https://www.hudsonstarobserver.com/news/hudson-educator-watches-artemis-launch/article_19a95ed4-6a8d-11ed-bbe6-3b8a2a105203.html
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Nov 30, 2022
Aerospace Academy
One Giant Leap Australia Foundation Director Jackie Carpenter has announced a new series of regional programs for New South Wales. Announcing Aerospace Academy!
Gain practical experience in building, testing, and launching rockets. Learn about space agriculture and what humans need to live in space. Engage with flight simulators as you explore aerodynamics. Learn how to safely operate drones. Find out about careers in the aviation and space sectors and MORE!
These FREE whole day workshops come to you thanks to the support of the New South Wales Government and One Giant Leap Australia Foundation.
Aerospace Academy begins on 3rd January, 2023. Join other like-minded students in these immersive programs and let your dreams take flight.
‘Own your tomorrow’.
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Oct 26, 2022
Lunaria One
We speak to Lauren Fell from Lunaria One to find out about plans to grow plants ... on the Moon!
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Oct 20, 2022
Mission Oz Recp
We look back at our recent Space Teams: Mission Oz event with teachers and students from western NSW.
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Oct 3, 2022
Michael Frawley - NASA JPL
In this episode Michael Davoren and Shannon McConnell chat with Michael Frawley from NASA JPL about all things space!
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Sep 21, 2022
Mission Oz - Duncan Challen from Sydney Science Park.
We talk to Duncan Challen from Sydney Science Park about our upcoming Mission Oz. Sydney Science Park is sponsoring students from Caroline Chisholm College to participate in our forthcoming virtual mission!
Inspiring the next generation of women space explorers! Sydney Science Park (by Celestino) is proud to sponsor girls from Caroline Chisholm College in Western Sydney to participate in a unique global space mission challenge: Mission Oz together with One Giant Leap Australia Foundation. To celebrate World Space Week, young Western Sydney astronauts will embark on a six-day virtual space mission to broaden their technical knowledge and theorical understanding required to carry out a successful space mission! Getting ready to blast off!
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Sep 16, 2022
ISS Update
We speak with Liam Kennedy from www.issabove.com to find out the latest news from 409km above our heads.
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Sep 6, 2022
Space Teams-Mission Oz - With Brad Murphy and Murray Henstock
We chat with Science teachers Brad Murphy and Murray Henstock about their students' experiences with the Space Teams Virtual platform.
To find out more about the next mission, Mission Oz, visit www.onegiantleapfoundation.com.au/mission-oz/
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Aug 30, 2022
KIBO Robot Programming Challenge 2022
We speak to team "Dream Rover", Australian representatives for the KIBO Robot Programming Challenge www.kiboaustralia.com.au
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Aug 26, 2022
Artemis, Gateway and more with Bruce Jackson
In this episode we are joined by Bruce Jackson from Air Informatics® to discuss some of the highlights of his incredible career PLUS we look ahead to the launch of Artemis 1.
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Aug 7, 2022
Skyrora
"Sovereign Launch Capability" is a phrase we hear a lot of. In this episode we take a look at developments in the UK with Derek Harris and Nickie Finnegan from www.skyrora.com
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Aug 2, 2022
Stem Discovery Centre UK with Michelle Fearn
In this episode we find out about the STEM Discovery Centre in the UK with STEM educator Michelle Fearn. www.stemdiscoverycentre.co.uk
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Jul 22, 2022
Ancient Astronomy with Christopher Matthew
The James Webb Telescope has released some amazing images but what was it like for the Ancient Greek Astronomers? Christopher Matthew takes us back in time.
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Jul 20, 2022
Farnborough Air Show
We cross to One Giant Leap Australia Director, Jackie Carpenter who is visiting the Farnborough Air Show in the UK.
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Jul 20, 2022
James Brown, Space Industry Association of Australia
In this episode, we explore the Australian Space Industry with James Brown, CEO of https://www.spaceindustry.com.au
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Jun 23, 2022
ISS Update
Join us for an update on the International Space Station with Liam Kennedy.
For more information visit www.issabove.com
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Jun 15, 2022
Dr Gordon Pike
In this episode we look back at the career of Dr Gordon Pike, retired Optus Rocket Scientist.
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Jun 10, 2022
BIOTech Futures Challenge
Today we find out about the he BIOTech Futures Challenge. Join challenge today! To find out more visit https://www.biotechfutures.org
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Feb 15, 2022
The Moons Symphony - Part Three
Our final episode exploring Amanda Lee Falkenberg's Moons Symphony with very special guest, former NASA Astronaut Nicole Stott. For more information visit; www.moons-symphony.com
For more information about the Connecting Minds Project visit; https://onegiantleapaustralia.com/the-connecting-minds-project/
"One Giant Leap Radio" is the property of One Giant Leap Australia Pty Ltd. The content of this podcast cannot be used by third parties without written permission.
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Jan 8, 2022
The Moons Symphony Part Two
The second part of our exploration of solar system's moons with international award winning composer Amanda Lee Falkenberg and former NASA JPL expert Shannon McConnell. Welcome to part two of the Moons Symphony.
For more information, visit www.moons-symphony.com
For further reading, Amanda recommends "The Mission" by David Brown & "Big Magic" by Elizabeth Gilbert.
"One Giant Leap Radio" is the property of One Giant Leap Australia Pty Ltd. The content of this podcast cannot be used by third parties without written permission.
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Dec 24, 2021
The Moons Symphony Part One
A very happy holidays to everyone, a very special Christmas treat today with an exploration of the moons of our solar system with Amanda Lee Falkenberg and the Moons Symphony. This is the first part of a three part series.
"One Giant Leap Radio" is the property of One Giant Leap Australia Pty Ltd. The content of this podcast cannot be used by third parties without written permission.
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Nov 17, 2021
Incident in Space - Liam Kennedy from ISS Above
A special debrief on the recent incident in space that tested the emergency procedures of the International Space Station. Liam Kennedy from ISS Above takes us through what happened.
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Oct 24, 2021
Ed Van Cise from NASA - Part Two
This week, we are once again joined by Ed Van Cise, Flight Director from NASA. Special thanks to NASA once again for making this episode possible.
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Oct 17, 2021
Ed Van Cise from NASA - Part One
We are back with a very special guest, NASA Flight Director Ed Van Cise. Over the next two episodes, Ed discusses his career, the ISS and the future of space exploration. Massive thanks and appreciation to NASA for their cooperation bringing this episode to you.
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Sep 19, 2021
Lynn McDonald from Microsoft
Lynn McDonald has been in the Space industry for 25 years and is currently the Azure Space Lead for Microsoft in Australia. Lynn has generously donated her time to be a mentor for students on our Virtual Space Mission. https://onegiantleapfoundation.com.au/events/one-giant-leap-australia-space-mission-june-july-2021/
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Sep 11, 2021
What'll happen to the Wattle UPDATE with Jane Glasson
This episode we catch up with science teacher Jane Glasson to see how her students reacted to the arrival of their wattle seeds from space. For more information visit www.seedsinspace.com.au
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Aug 24, 2021
Kaci Heins
One Giant Leap Australia Foundation Director, Jackie Carpenter, speaks with US science teacher Kaci Heins.
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Aug 8, 2021
The Mars Revolution
This week explore the Mars Revolution with Shannon McConnell.
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Aug 3, 2021
What'll happen to the Wattle UPDATE 3 August 2021
A quick bite sized update on the Seeds in Space program. 'What'll happen to the Wattle' we hear you ask?
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Jul 31, 2021
ISS Above
The International Space Station (ISS) was thrown briefly out of control when a newly arrived Russian research module accidentally fired its thrusters. Liam Kennedy from ISS Above explains what happened.
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Jul 29, 2021
Jobs of the Future Part Two
It's time for part two of our discussion with Shannon McConnell about the future.
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Jul 26, 2021
KIBO Robot Programming Challenge
in this episode we take a look at JAXA'S Robot Programming Challenge with which One Giant Leap Australia Foundation has been involved. Next Episode, Shannon McConnell returns with 'Jobs of the Future Part Two'.
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Jul 22, 2021
Jobs of the Future: Part One
In this episode, former NASA engineer Shannon McConnell helps us navigate the jobs of the future. We look back at how technology has evolved in the past and look forward to where things are going.
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Jul 19, 2021
Asian Herbs In Space Program UPDATE
An update on our basil seeds for schools.
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Jul 15, 2021
A Career in Space Part Two
In this episode, we learn more about Shannon McConnell's fascinating career with NASA including her work on Cassini and the Shuttle program.
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Jul 13, 2021
A Career in Space Part One
One Giant Leap Australia Foundation Presents an informative podcast for school students aiming for a career in STEM.
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