Episodes 288
Avg. Duration 48m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (54)
Since Oct 2018
Latest Episode Apr 2026

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Let's talk SPACE, and let's keep it casual. Nothing too technical. Stories that inspire. As a former NASA Public Affairs Officer, let me serve as your guide. I'll provide conversations that are both interesting and fun. Each weekly episode brings a new, fresh discussion on a variety of space topics & stories. The universe is pretty big, so there's always something new to discover! Join me and find YOUR inner space geek on Casual Space!

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287: Drive Me to the Moon with Chris Lockett of Castrol

Apr 24, 2026 38m

What keeps a Mars rover running after 14 years on another planet? What fixed a juddering solar array on the International Space Station? And what tiny robot — small enough to hold in your hand —…

286: Eyes to the Stars with Dr. Steve Hawley, NASA Shuttle Astronaut

Apr 10, 2026 50m

What does it take to go from studying the universe… to flying through it? On this episode of Casual Space, Beth welcomes Dr. Steven A. Hawley—NASA astronaut, space shuttle veteran, and author of his…

285: Did the "Project Hail Mary" Film Stick the Landing? / ft. Dr. Danny Jaques

Apr 03, 2026 42m

An earlier version of this episode got corrupted on export, so the audio cut out part of the way into the episode. That has been fixed in this version. Apologies for the inconvenience! - Dr. Danny…

284: Etched in Crystal: Putting 3,237 Stories Onto a Lunar Rover

Mar 20, 2026 22m

Josh Hanes, whose work at Uplift Aerospace focuses on expanding access to space through student-centered education and immersive experiences, returns to the show with major updates on what's happened…

283: How Will Project Hail Mary Make the Leap from Book to Silver Screen?

Mar 13, 2026 23m

Have you read "Project Hail Mary," by Andy Weir? No spoilers in this episode, as Beth reviews three of the main characters, and wonders how they will make the leap from page to the silver screen. …

282: Five STORIES Going to the Moon

Dec 18, 2025 32m

The deadline for submitting stories to the Moon on MISSION 06 with STORIES of Space has been extended to December 28! In this episode, Beth selects & shares five recently submitted stories that…

281: STORIES of Space is Going to the Moon with Uplift Aerospace

Dec 12, 2025 33m

This week on Casual Space, Beth is joined by two extraordinary guests: Josh Hanes, CEO of Uplift Aerospace and Dr. Sian Proctor, astronaut, artist, educator, and founder of Space2Inspire to share an…

280: The View from the Launch Pad: Steve Matier on Building Canada's Spaceport

Dec 08, 2025 27m

This week on Casual Space, Beth welcomes back a very special guest: Stephen Matier, President & CEO of Maritime Launch Services, to celebrate Canada's history-making commercial suborbital launch…

279: The Everyday Adventure That Changes Everything with Jessica DeAngelo

Nov 07, 2025 45m

This week on the Casual Space Podcast, I'm joined by my friend, adventurer, and all-around visionary Jessica DeAngelo — founder of Hike to Become®, author of the international bestseller The Wild…

278: From Spacewalks to Service: Astronaut Mike Foreman on a Career of Service and Exploration

Oct 31, 2025 40m

What does life after space look like for an astronaut? For Mike Foreman, it looks like community, connection, and continuing to serve — just a little closer to Earth. Mike is a retired NASA…

277: Launching from Nova Scotia: STORIES of Space MISSION 03

Oct 10, 2025 31m

In this exciting new episode of Casual Space, Beth is joined by Alex Martin to share all the details about STORIES of Space MISSION 03, launching soon from Canada's first commercial spaceport in…

276: Behind the Scenes: The Challenges and Lessons Learned by Exploring Underwater on MISSION 05

Oct 07, 2025 1h 13m

This week on Casual Space, Beth is joined by Alex and Chad for a lively and candid conversation about their unforgettable underwater MISSION 05 STORIES of Space adventure! Together, Paul, Alex, Chad…

275: Disney Persistence: Why Foundations Matter More Than "Perfect Timing"

Sep 29, 2025 34m

What if Walt Disney's real magic wasn't perfection…but persistence? In this episode, Beth takes you behind the myths of creative genius to explore how Disney built through failure, loss, and…

274: Space Inspired Reads: A Fall Wish List

Aug 26, 2025 20m

It's that time of year for back-to-school! What does that mean for grown-ups and space explorers like us? For me,it means diving into the stack of books that keep me learning, curious, and inspired.…

273: Our Ocean Adventure That Proved Stories Give Exploration

Aug 13, 2025 23m

Something magical happens when you bring the right people, the right purpose, and one wild idea together — and then take it 30 feet below the ocean's surface. In this episode, we're celebrating…

272: Summer-ease Series: STORIES of Space Underwater Invitation

Jul 01, 2025 10m

In this episode, Beth introduces and personally invites you to join MISSION 05: STORIES of the Sea, the latest adventure from STORIES of Space — and it's unlike anything she's done before. Beth and…

271: Summer-ease Series "One More Thing" Almost Cost Me An EPIC Family Vacation

Jun 20, 2025 21m

Ever feel like you can't take a break because there's always one more thing to do? In this heartfelt episode in the abbreviated Summer-ease (summeries) series, host Beth Mund explores the myth of…

270: John A. Read, Space Systems Engineer, Author and Astronomer

Jun 14, 2025 54m

John A. Read is no stranger to reaching for the stars—both figuratively and literally. Fresh off earning his Master's in Space Systems Engineering from Johns Hopkins (without an undergrad in…

269: Mark O'Connell, Author of The Year Science Changed Everything

Jun 06, 2025 58m

Mark O'Connell returns to Casual Space to discuss one of the most extraordinary scientific collaborations in human history: the 1957 International Geophysical Year. With his signature wit and…

268: Stargazing, Friendship & Following Your Curiosity — with Kevin Rehberg of ClearSky Events

May 31, 2025 46m

Have you ever looked up at the stars and wished someone could walk you through the wonders above your head — without needing a PhD for confusing telescope parts? Well, you're in luck. In this…

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