Athena Brensberger is an astronomer, space influencer and model. In this episode of the Astro Ben Podcast, part of the Diversity in the Space Industry series, Athena and Ben talk about space communication in the media, ensuring equity for young STEM and space enthusiasts, and diversity in the space industry.
They also cover space influencers, science communication on social media, keeping space relevant in the media, satellite constellations and the night sky, studying protoplanetary disks and which Instagram accounts to follow.
What you will hear in this episode
Space influencers
Who Athena is, and how she got where she is now
Science communication with social media
Diversity in space and in Athena’s career
Diverse space communicators
Keeping space relevant in the media
Encouraging young kids to study STEM subjects
Equity of opportunity for kids of all backgrounds
Constellation satellites, the night sky and accessibility
Studying protoplanetary disks and becoming an astronomer
What space means to Athena
Follow Athena Brensberger
Astro Athens website | Athena on Instagram | Athena on X
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