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Small Steps, Giant Leaps

NASA’s technical workforce put boots on the Moon, tire tracks on Mars, and the first reusable spacecraft in orbit around the Earth. Learn what’s next as they build missions that redefine the future with amazing discoveries and remarkable innovations.

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Episode 152Apr 30, 2025

Small Steps, Giant Leaps: Podcast Episode 152: EZIE Does It

What can the auroras tell us about our planet’s relationship with the Sun? NASA’s EZIE mission looks into it.

Episode 151Apr 16, 2025

Small Steps, Giant Leaps: Podcast Episode 151: Designing Missions

NASA's design labs are where engineers develop concepts for missions and scientific instruments.

Episode 150Apr 2, 2025

Small Steps, Giant Leaps: Episode 150: Urban Air Taxis

Flying taxis? NASA is working on it.

Episode 149Mar 19, 2025

Small Steps, Giant Leaps: Episode 149: Spacecraft Thermal Blankets

Originally a fashion designer, Paula Cain is a NASA thermal blanket technician, working to protect NASA spacecraft from the extremes of space.