Episodes 63
Avg. Duration 37m
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Apple Rating 4.8 (11)
Since Nov 2023
Latest Episode May 2026

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Shining a light on trailblazing women in the space industry, Qwaltec Co-Founder and CEO, Shawn Linam, talks with women about their careers and the feminine experiences of working in a male-dominated industry. Join us every other Monday in celebrating these women and their successes, reaching new heights In Her Orbit!

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Kristina Gatto: Creating Astronomy's Largest Group Chat

May 11, 2026 36m

In this episode, we’re joined by Kristina Gatto, an astrophysicist, content creator, and founder of NOVA (the Network for Outreach and Vocation in Astronomy), to talk about her journey from a…

Charlie McGillis: Securing the Final Frontier

Apr 23, 2026 38m

In this episode, we’re joined by Charlie McGillis, a retired Air Force Colonel and founder and CEO of 2 Polaris & Beyond, LLC. Charlie shares how her early curiosity, shaped by travel, a military…

Laura Stiles: From Trainer to Astronaut in 48 Hours

Apr 09, 2026 33m

Join us for a conversation with Laura Stiles, Director of New Shepard Flight Operations at Blue Origin and a newly minted Blue Origin astronaut, to explore her journey from studying engineering…

Izzy House: Marketing the Future

Mar 10, 2026 34m

We’re joined by Izzy House, a marketing strategist, author, and space industry communicator who blends creativity with a passion for exploration. We explore her journey from running marketing firms…

Cathy Yeung: The Little Kidney-On-A-Chip That Could

Feb 24, 2026 36m

In this episode, we’re joined by Cathy Yeung, an Associate Professor at the University of Washington School of Pharmacy, to explore the intersection of drug development, kidney health, and space…

Anita Renteria: Leading with Authenticity

Feb 10, 2026 29m

In this episode, Shawn is joined by Anita Renteria, Chief Growth Officer of Barrios Technology, for an honest conversation about carving out your own path in the space industry. Anita shares her…

Jordan Callaham: No Soil, No Problem

Jan 27, 2026 36m

In this episode, Shawn sits down with Jordan Callaham, Assistant Director at the University of Florida's Astraeus Space Institute. Jordan shares how her education in plant and animal sciences…

Colleen McLeod Garner: Spirits Shaken, But Never Stirred

Jan 12, 2026 33m

In this episode, we're joined by Colleen McLeod Garner, Marketing and BD Capture Manager at Paragon Space Development Corporation and a University of North Dakota PhD candidate. Colleen walks us down…

Dr. Erika Wagner: Reimagining the Space Ecosystem

Nov 19, 2025 32m

We’re joined by Dr. Erika Wagner, Lead of U.S. Business Development at The Exploration Company. Erika walks us through her journey from a space-obsessed kid to earning her PhD at Harvard/MIT and…

Sirisha Bandla: Manifesting a Mission to Space

Nov 05, 2025 35m

We're joined by Sirisha Bandla, commercial astronaut, aeronautical engineer, and advocate for the next generation of space professionals. Sirisha walks us through following her dream of going to…

Amber McIntyre: Bridging Diplomacy and the Final Frontier

Oct 21, 2025 44m

Shawn is joined by Amber McIntyre, Senior Director of Civil Space at the Aerospace Industries Association (AIA). Amber shares her journey from a career in diplomacy and public service to shaping U.S.…

Sharon McDougle: Suiting Up

Oct 07, 2025 39m

Sharon Caples McDougle shares her journey from the U.S. Air Force to becoming the first Black woman suit technician, Crew Chief, and Manager in NASA’s Crew Escape Equipment department. She opens up…

Janet Grondin: Top Gun to CEO

Sep 16, 2025 29m

CEO of Stellar Solutions and retired U.S. Air Force Colonel Janet Grondin shares her path from small-town Iowa to leading a woman-owned small business. She reflects on pivotal moments such as growing…

Caroline Massey: Revealing the Hidden Engine of NASA

Aug 25, 2025 36m

Caroline Massey, Vice President, Civil Space Portfolio, at PTX, LLC, shares her 30+ year journey from portfolio management at NASA Goddard and Wallops to shaping civil space operations in the private…

Dr. Erika Hamden: Exploring Our Weird Universe

Aug 11, 2025 37m

Astrophysicist and University of Arizona professor Dr. Erika Hamden joins Shawn to talk about her lifelong passion for space, her path from Harvard and Columbia to leading cutting-edge telescope…

Jaime Kline: Satellites, Self Exploration, and Satya

Jul 28, 2025 40m

In this episode, we meet Jaime Kline, Vice President of Operations at Relative Dynamics and founder of Satya Yoga and Wellness. With over two decades in aerospace, Jaime shares how her childhood…

Debbie Wells: Growing Tomatoes on the Space Station

Jul 14, 2025 36m

In this episode, we’re joined by Debbie Wells, Vice President (Exploration/Energy/Environment) at Leidos and biomedical engineer whose work has helped shape the future of astronaut health and space…

Kelly Page: Carrying the Torch Toward Lunar Hospitality

Jun 30, 2025 39m

Today on In Her Orbit, we're joined by Kelly Page, President of Barrios Technology, a woman-owned and operated small business with a long-standing legacy supporting NASA and advancing space…

Carol Craig: From a One-Woman Startup to the First Woman to Go Public in Space

Jun 16, 2025 42m

In this episode, we're joined by Carol Craig, Founder and CEO of Sidus Space and Craig Technologies. As the first female founder to take a space company public, Carol shares the journey that led her…

Laurie Labra: An Enduring Commitment to Human Space Flight

May 26, 2025 26m

In this episode, we’re joined by Laurie Labra, Vice President of the Science and Space Human Exploration Division at KBR. With a mechanical engineering degree from the University of Houston and a…

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