In Her Orbit

In this episode, we’re joined by Michelle Lucas, a trailblazer in space and education. From working at NASA’s Johnson Space Center to becoming a technical instructor for astronauts and flight controllers, Michelle’s career has been driven by her passion for space. But her journey didn’t stop there. Michelle founded Higher Orbits, a nonprofit dedicated to inspiring the next generation of STEM leaders through the wonders of space. Tune in to hear how Michelle is using her experiences to spark curiosity and passion in students worldwide. 

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Where to Find Michelle:

Linkedin

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Hosted by Shawn Linam
Produced and edited by Sicily Seitz

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Supported by Qwaltec

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In today's episode, we're joined by Diane Howard, Principal of sur l'espace PLLC and Visiting Professor at UT Austin School of Law/Strauss Center for International and Security Studies. Diane takes us through her unique career journey, from the fashion industry to space law, and ultimately to her former role as Director of Commercial Space Policy at the National Space Council in the Executive Office of the President.

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Where to Find Diane:
Linkedin

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Hosted by Shawn Linam
Produced by Sicily Seitz

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Hosted by Shawn Linam
Produced and edited by Sicily Seitz

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Supported by Qwaltec

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In today's episode, we're joined by Meagan Crawford, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of SpaceFund, Co-Founder of the NewSpace Business Plan Competition, and Host of the Mission Eve Podcast. This week, Meagan dives into her journey of starting her own VC firm, how startups can find success through space business plan competitions, and the importance of women of all ages pursing space related endeavors to achieve human civilization in space.

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Where to Find Megan:
Mission Eve Podcast
SpaceFund
NewSpace Business Plan Competition

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Hosted by Shawn Linam
Produced by Sicily Seitz

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Hosted by Shawn Linam
Produced and edited by Sicily Seitz

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Supported by Qwaltec

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Find In Her Orbit on:
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In today's episode, we're joined by Beth Mund, Owner of Stellar Communications, Executive Director and Founder of STORIES of Space, and Host and Creator of the Casual Space Podcast. In this week's conversation, Beth takes a seat at the other side of the podcast table where she shares her experience as a a former Public Affairs Officer at NASA'S Johnson Space Center, how that experience led her to creating her podcast and non-profit, and the challenges and joys of being an analog astronaut.

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Where to Find Beth
www.bethmund.com
www.storiesofspace.com
LinkedIn
Facebook
Instagram
YouTube

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Hosted by Shawn Linam
Produced by Sicily Seitz

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Hosted by Shawn Linam
Produced and edited by Sicily Seitz

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Supported by Qwaltec

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Find In Her Orbit on:
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Today on In Her Orbit, we're joined by Marisa Achée, the Chief Business Development Officer at a.i. solutions. Join us in this week's conversation where we discuss the marriage between engineering and business development, fostering an employee-centric company culture in small businesses, and how to collaborate with your competitors, transforming them into "competimates".

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Where to Find Marisa
https://www.facebook.com/aisolutionsinc
https://twitter.com/ai_sol
https://www.linkedin.com/company/aisolutionsinc
https://www.youtube.com/user/aisolutionsinc

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Hosted by Shawn Linam
Produced and edited by Sicily Seitz

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Supported by Qwaltec

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Today on In Her Orbit, we’re bringing together some of our favorite moments from our first year of podcasting. The conversation ranges from professional success and mentorship, to community and family, bringing a comprehensive picture to the female experience in the space industry.

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Guests featured:
Dr. Tanya Harrison // Apple | Spotify
Loretta Hidalgo-Whitesides // Apple | Spotify
Brittany Pitcel // Apple | Spotify
Dr. Christyl Johnson // Apple | Spotify
Kellie Gerardi // Apple | Spotify
Negar Feher // Apple | Spotify
Laura Crabtree // Apple | Spotify

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Hosted by Shawn Linam
Produced and edited by Sicily Seitz

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Supported by Qwaltec

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Today on In Her Orbit, we're joined by Sheila Lucas, A Strategic Growth Leader focusing on Strategy & Business Development and Space Ground Solutions at General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.. Join us in this week's conversation where we explore the multitude of pathways to the space industry, and the importance of fostering confidence in young women and girls as they embark on their professional journeys.

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Where to Find Sheila:
https://www.instagram.com/sheilaleonelucas/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheilal
https://www.instagram.com/generaldynamics/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/gdms

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Hosted by Shawn Linam
Produced and edited by Sicily Seitz

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Supported by Qwaltec

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In today's episode, we're welcoming Sandy Barker, Associate Director and Export Control Officer at The University of Texas at Austin. Join us as we discuss Sandy's experience at NASA JSC, The Texas Rocket Engineering Lab (TREL) at UT Austin, and how a strong support system is crucial to personal and professional success.

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Where to find Sandy:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandybarker

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Hosted by Shawn Linam
Produced and edited by Sicily Seitz

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Supported by Qwaltec

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In today's anniversary episode, we are joined by Karsen Kitchen, the Founder and CEO of Orbitelle, Student at UNC-Chapel Hill, and Blue Origin Astronaut. While Karsen has been working towards her BA in Communications at UNC, she founded Orbitelle, a foundation dedicated to supporting young women in the space industry, and made history as the youngest woman to cross the Kármán Line on Blue Origin's NS-26 mission. Join Shawn and Karsen in this week's discussion as we explore how regardless of your age or profession, you can make a difference in the space industry.

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Where to find Karsen:
https://www.instagram.com/karsenkitchen/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/karsen-kitchen-819b61314/
https://orbitelle.org/

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Hosted by Shawn Linam
Produced and edited by Sicily Seitz

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Supported by Qwaltec

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Today on In Her Orbit we’re joined by Irene Chan, a Flight Planning Engineer at Summit Technologies & Solutions, Inc. where she brings her passion for problem solving to life in support of the International Space Station.  In this episode we discuss the importance of finding a supportive profesional community, turning your passions into a career, and how staying true to yourself will reap the greatest reward.

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Where to find Irene:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ireneschan/
https://www.instagram.com/ireneschan/
http://ireneschan.com/
https://summit-ts.com/
https://www.aiaa.org/news/news/2024/09/23/aiaa-announces-its-class-of-2025-associate-fellows

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Hosted by Shawn Linam
Produced and edited by Sicily Seitz

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Supported by Qwaltec

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