Space Prize seeks to promote universal space literacy and inspire the next generation of private astronauts by connecting private citizens with a thrilling range of astronaut, earthanaut and aquanaut experiences.
In this episode, Ben and Kim Macharia discuss where Space Prize is going next, the importance of mentorship and the role of science communication in inspiring the next generation of young women in space.
What you will hear in this episode
Space Prize and the pipeline problem
Space literacy, space education and a telescope in every school in the world
How the Space Prize works: the application, funding, judges, mentors and locations
The next Space Prize in Brazil and the challenges of new locations
The importance of mentorship and science communication
The Space Frontier Foundation
Private companies democratising access to space
Advice to young people, and would Kim go to space?
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