Dr. Michaela Musilova, an accomplished astrobiologist, author, and analog astronaut, joins the She Geeks Out podcast to discuss her mission of making science and climate change accessible to all. She shares insights from her space-related research and leadership roles, including being part of Homeward Bound Excursions empowering women in STEMM. 

[00:00:16] Dr. Michaela Musilova, astrobiologist, author.

[00:06:00] Importance of sharing pronouns.

[00:09:42] Space dreams and inspiration.

[00:13:36] Overcoming obstacles to study abroad.

[00:15:00] Life on other planets.

[00:21:35] Blackmailed out of grant.

[00:23:11] Overcoming challenges and guilt.

[00:26:57] Overcoming financial challenges in Hawaii.

[00:32:31] Passion for astrobiology research.

[00:36:06] Building settlements on Mars.

[00:38:25] Space exploration and balance.

[00:43:36] An impactful expedition experience.

[00:44:29] Female leadership in STEM fields.

[00:48:33] Pursuing Science and Technology

[00:52:18] Creating your own path.

[00:57:50] Geeking out about rocks.

[09:23] Sign up for our mailing list.

Links mentioned: 

• Leading DEI Conversations program: https://bit.ly/49JosgN
• https://www.instagram.com/astro_michaela
• https://twitter.com/astro_michaela
• https://www.facebook.com/astroMichaela
• Michaela’s Chuffed Funding Campaign: https://chuffed.org/project/astrosevensummits

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