Podcast appearances and mentions of Helen Sharman

In part 1 of the final episode of series three, Helen Sharman is joined by Dr Adam Baker, a rocket propulsion expert, and Dr Jill Stuart, a leading authority on space politics and law, to explore the future of space exploration, from electric propulsion breakthroughs and cleaning up orbital debris to questions of ownership, governance, and ethics on the Moon and beyond. Discover how technology, regulation, and international cooperation will shape humanity's next great adventure in space.

Im April flog die Berliner Ingenieurin Rabea Rogge als erste deutsche Frau ins All - an Bord einer privaten Mission. Einen ähnlichen Weg ging Helen Sharman. Sie war vor 30 Jahren die erste Britin im All. Profi-Astronautinnen haben es in Europa schwer. Lorenzen, Dirk www.deutschlandfunk.de, Sternzeit

On Sunday, 8th of June, The Zero Pressure podcast hosted a live panel session titled "Rocket Science and the New Space Race, a sold-out event in the Spotlight Talks at the Great Exhibition Road Festival 2025. Chaired by Helen Sharman, the event brought cutting-edge space science and engineering to a packed and enthusiastic public audience. The session featured two of the UK's leading voices in space innovation: Dr Adam Baker, a renowned rocket propulsion engineer and co-founder of UK Launch Services, and MatthewArcher, Director of Launch at the UK Space Agency. The panel explored the exciting evolution of space technologies, from high-thrust chemical rockets to innovative propulsion systems like the Magdrive, an in-space engine that utilisesmetallic fuels and plasma acceleration.

This time, we're diving into the rise of high-energy laser systems and the game-changing potential of their high-powered lasers. Since their invention, lasers have revolutionized science and technology, enabling precision surgeries, driving advanced manufacturing, and transforming global communications. High power lasers, once confined to science fiction, are now capable of taking down drones and missiles with remarkable precision and efficiency.Helen Sharman is joined by Jessica Glenn and Jae Daniel, the co-founders of Aim Defence, and also Professor Richard Thompson. Richard is a professor of experimental physics at Imperial College London, with particular expertise in atomic physics, spectroscopy and quantum optics.

In the last of our series of special bonus editions, Helen Sharman is joined by Swedish physicist and ESA astronaut, Christer Fuglesang, who spent 26 days on board the ISS, and in that time conducted 31 hours of extravehicular activities (that's space walks).

Welcome to another special bonus edition of the Zero Pressure Podcast, presented by Imperial College London and Saab. For our recent episode on the future of space stations, we were lucky to be joined by 3 astronauts. To kick off 2025 we are releasing each of those conversations in full, bringing you even more leading insight into our future in space.This time we are hearing Helen Sharman's full conversation with Soyeon Yi, biotechnologist, and South Korea's first astronaut, who spent 10 days on board the ISS.  

Welcome to a special bonus edition of the Zero Pressure Podcast, presented by Imperial College London and Saab. For our recent episode on the future of space stations, we were lucky to be joined by 3 astronauts. To kick off 2025 we are releasing each of those conversations in full, bringing you even more leading insight into our future in space. To start with, here's Helen Sharman's full conversation with German physicist and astronaut, Reinhold Ewald. Reinhold is President of the Association of Space Explorers and spent 18 days on the Mir space station. 

In this episode, Dara and Isy are joined by the astronaut Helen Sharman to learn about how humans learned to survive in space - with some diverting conversations about glitter, cat statues, hibernation, and shell suits.What? Seriously?? is a new podcast which combines comedy with quirky history, hosted by Dara Ó Briain and Isy Suttie, who will unravel an extraordinary real-life tale each week with the help of a celebrity guestDara and Isy unearth stories that are definitely true, but also kind of unbelievable at the same time - the sort of stories that make you go ‘What? Seriously??' when you hear them, but you resolve to tell them in the pub the first chance you get. The twist is that Dara and Isy have absolutely no idea how these strange-but-true tales will unfold and we'll all be trying to figure it out together – or Dara and Isy will just go off on funny flights of fancy that are tangentially related to the story. They will be drip-fed the nuggets of narrative by a special guest expert who might just know something about the subject.Across the series they will be joined by I'm A Celeb winner Georgia Toffolo, the Aussie comedian Rhys Nicholson, the broadcaster Stuart Maconie, Master Chef star Louisa Ellis, Miles from The Traitors, the comedian Richard Herring, the astronaut Helen Sharman, and Slow Horses star Chris Chung.‘What? Seriously??' with Dara Ó Briain and Isy Suttie and special guest Helen Sharman. Format co-developed by Dan Page. Story compiled by Gareth Edwards and Dan Page. Producer: Laura Grimshaw Executive Producer: Jon Holmes An unusual production for BBC Radio 4

This is a very special edition of the Zero Pressure Podcast series as Helen Sharman is joined by 3 fellow astronauts to discuss the future of space stations. Since the 1970s, humans have been using orbiting space stations as places to live and work in microgravity. More than engineering and life support marvels, they are platforms for ground-breaking experimental research, expanding our knowledge of science and our ability to explore further. Helen is joined by Reinhold Ewald, German physicist and astronaut, now President of the Association of Space Explorers, who spent 20 days in space, 18 days on the Mir space station.  Soyeon Yi, biotechnologist, and South Korea's first astronaut, who spent 11 days in space, 9 on the ISS. Soyeon is now a lecturer and businessperson, currently with a particular interest in medical devices.  And Christer Fuglesang, physicist and the first Swedish astronaut, who spent 26 days over 2 missions in space, 17 days on board the ISS, with five EVAs, or spacewalks.

What does a technical roadmap to sustainable aviation look like, and what role will innovative technologies, sustainable aviation fuels, and new propulsion methods play in this transformation? We explore the costs, timelines, and infrastructure changes needed, and consider how these shifts could reshape not just the industry, but our global approach to climate resilience. Britain's first astronaut, Helen Sharman, is joined by Professor Christer Fureby. Christer is a professor at Lund University in Sweden, specialising in computational fluid dynamics, with a focus on sustainable energy solutions. With extensive expertise in advanced propulsion systems and sustainable aviation, his research aims to improve the efficiency of energy use and to reduce the climate impact of aviation.

Episode 148 | "There's a checklist here copper!" This week's REMelations starts with Brooke diving into a wild dream from Liz. She's casually strolling down a dim alley when suddenly, cops swarm the scene, aggressively coming at her for no clear reason. It feels like a case of mistaken identity, but why the intensity? Brooke and Mindy unpack the dream's strange vibes, trying to make sense of it all. Then it's time for Catnaps, where the dream chaos continues. We've got a séance guide dog, some bizarre superpower training with your boss, a cruise ship running aground, the memory of a really bad beer aftertaste, and—of course—pixelated demons causing trouble. Mindy and Brooke bring their usual laughs while sharing these odd dream scenarios. Mindy wraps things up with something that's always fascinated her: astronauts in space. She gets into the nitty-gritty of how astronauts sleep and get ready for bed while floating around the International Space Station. Plus, what do astronauts even dream about up there? Mindy can't help but wonder if their dreams are as out-of-this-world as their view. Catch all the laughs, weird dreams, and space facts in Episode 148 of REMelations! Help spread the word with this week's Celebrity Hashtag - #WhatDoesChappelRoanDream   Support the Show Ready to explore your dreams, snag some exclusive merch, unlock bonus content, or simply drop us a hello? Visit www.REMelations.com/support today!   Time Stamps & Content Warnings 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:30 - Quick Chat 00:02:45 - Liz's Rouge Cop Dream 00:08:30 - Promo | Support the Show 00:09:11 - Interpretaion of Liz's Dream 00:11:44 - # What Does Chappell Roan Dream 00:29:42 - QOTW 00:33:57 - Catnap Intro 00:34:35 - Seance Dog Dream 00:37:00 - Baby Godzilla Dream 00:40:00 - Run Aground Cruiseship Dream 00:43:58 - Constantly Dying Dream 00:45:15 - Used Condom Dream 00:46:41 - Astral Projetion Dream Question 00:47:46 - Red Eye Wolf Dream 00:51:10 - Pixilated Demon Dream 00:52:16 - Promo | Tell a Bestie 00:53:02 -Topic | Sleep in Space 01:22:05 - ChitChat 01:26:04 - Wrap Up 01:35:25 - End   Show Links Watch 5-Year-Old Ask an Astronaut What It's Like to Be In Space -   https://www.wired.com/video/watch/5-year-olds-ask-an-astronaut-what-it-s-like-to-be-in-outer-space Chris Hadfield Brushes his Teeth in Space - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3bCoGC532p8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJBt92DHyFI  Science in Space: Week of Sept. 15, 2023 – Sleep on Station -  https://www.nasa.gov/humans-in-space/science-in-space-week-of-sept-15-2023-sleep-on-station/  2008: What do astronauts dream about? - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g6PrglhzJb0  The Dreams of an Astronaut - with Helen Sharman - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A49oreXOOzI  

This time we are exploring how the interplay between the commercial and military sectors - as well as the financial system, can foster innovation. In recent decades there has been a seismic shift in how aerospace, defence and security technologies are funded, with a drastic move from public to private investment. This surge in private funding not only accelerates the production of advanced technologies but also unlocks previously restricted public projects, paving the way for dual-use applications, market efficiency, open-source advancements, and a wealth of commercial opportunities. Helen Sharman is joined by Clayton Williams, Managing Director of IQT International UK Ltd. IQT is a not-for-profit strategic investor that accelerates the development and delivery of cutting-edge technologies to intelligence and national security agencies of the United States, United Kingdom, and Australia.

Today we speak to the first British astronaut Helen Sharman.Helen went to space in 1991 after responding to a radio advert calling for people to apply to become Britain's first astronaut. After 18 months of intensive training she spent eight days in space conducting experiments.Adam and Helen talk about living in the Soviet Union at the end of the Cold War, whether humans really will make it to Mars in the next decade, and the Nasa astronauts stuck in space. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhereNewscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Gray with Gemma Roper. The technical producer was Jonny Hall. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

Professor Yang Gao joins Helen Sharman in the studio for a deep dive into robotics. Professor Yang heads the Centre for Robotics Research at King's College London. We'll also be hearing excerpts from our recent Zero Pressure live event at the Great Exhibition Road Festival, where a panel discussed the technologies on Earth that may help humanity thrive on other planets.

It all started when Helen Sharman heard a radio advertisement that said they were looking for an astronaut, no experience required. She applied, beat out 13,000 applicants, and became the first British person to travel to space! Ilham speaks with Helen about her incredible journey from a young chemist to becoming an astronaut; how she had to believe not only in herself but also her team; her love of chemistry and science; and the discipline it took to make her dreams a reality.In May 1991, Helen traveled to the Mir Space Station and spent eight days orbiting the Earth. The mission, called Project Juno, was a cooperative arrangement and would enable the UK to send one of its people into space for the first time. During her time at the Mir space station, she conducted a variety of experiments including medical and agricultural tests, protein crystal growth and how new materials perform in the environment outside the space station. Since her return from space, Helen has been heavily involved in communicating science and its benefits.Timestamps01:40 - Upbringing and love of chemistry05:24 - Becoming an astronaut08:23 - Focus on the journey10:13 - Flying into space13:58 - Looking down at earth16:46 - Reliance on her team19:55 - Not being defined by gender24:46 - Sustainability in space31:03 - When will humans get to Mars?33:56 - Advice for next generation of scientists and explorers37:40 -  What can businesses learn from space exploration40:40 - Interest in music43:17 - Love of nature  For additional details about the podcast, show notes, and access to resources mentioned during the show, please visit https://www.syensqo.com/en/podcast

This time we are focussing on the world of sensor technology that allows us to collect information at an atomic level. Improvements in quantum sensors are changing how we can detect all sorts of tiny changes in the world around us, revolutionising medical diagnostics, resource extraction and even letting us see around corners… Britain's first astronaut, Helen Sharman, is joined by Professor Sir Peter Knight. Sir Peter is an internationally renowned academic in the field of quantum optics and has received numerous awards throughout his career, including the Royal Medal from the Royal Society.

This episode of The Naked Scientists: as mankind seeks to colonise the Moon, Mars and beyond, we'll examine the impact of cosmic voyages on body and mind, and what we can do to keep spacefarers healthy and happy... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

In today's discussion, we're delving into the transformative world of drones. From their pioneering potential in healthcare, other delivery services, disaster relief and agriculture, to disrupting defence and security, the ways drones are used are revolutionizing several sectors at an incredible rate. Much of the drone technology is not in itself revolutionary. Rather, it's the way this technology is harnessed that's helping to change the world around us. Helen Sharman is joined by Professor Sir Iain Gray. Sir Iain is the director of aerospace at Cranfield University and chairs the Drone Industry Action Group for the UK's Drone Industry Trade Association.

Paul Hill, Ralph Wilkins and Dr. Jenifer “Dr. Dust” Millard host.  Damien Phillips, John Wildridge and Dustin Ruoff produce. This podcast extra is our (Ralph's!) full length interview with Dr. Helen Sharman, Britain's First astronaut and the first woman to visit the Russian Mir Space Station in 1991.  In this interview we discuss:  ●  Tim Peake  ●  Access to space during a time of no UK funding  ●  The skills needed to be an astronaut  ●  Training for spaceflight at Star City in Russia  ●  The collapse of the Soviet Union just before launch  ●  Speaking with Mikhail Gorbachev from the Mir Space Station  ●  Comparing Mir to a camping trip!  ●  Acclimatizing to spaceflight in the Soyuz capsule  ●  Science conducted by Helen on Mir  ●  The UK's reticence to fund human spaceflight  ●  NASA's plans for missions beyond Low Earth  ●  Promoting space  www.awesomeastronomy.com   We've added a new way to donate to 365 Days of Astronomy to support editing, hosting, and production costs.  Just visit: https://www.patreon.com/365DaysOfAstronomy and donate as much as you can! Share the podcast with your friends and send the Patreon link to them too!  Every bit helps! Thank you! ------------------------------------ Do go visit http://www.redbubble.com/people/CosmoQuestX/shop for cool Astronomy Cast and CosmoQuest t-shirts, coffee mugs and other awesomeness! http://cosmoquest.org/Donate This show is made possible through your donations.  Thank you! (Haven't donated? It's not too late! Just click!) ------------------------------------ The 365 Days of Astronomy Podcast is produced by the Planetary Science Institute. http://www.psi.edu Visit us on the web at 365DaysOfAstronomy.org or email us at info@365DaysOfAstronomy.org.

This podcast extra is our full length interview with Dr Helen Sharman, Britain's First astronaut and the first woman to visit the Russian Mir Space Station in 1991. 

ABERTURA SEGUNDA-FEIRA, 15 DE JANEIRO DE 2024. EU SOU LEO LOPES  E ESTÁ NO AR A EDIÇÃO NÚMERO 48 DO CASTNEWS COM AS PRINCIPAIS NOTÍCIAS SOBRE O MERCADO DE PODCASTS NO BRASIL E NO MUNDO. NOTÍCIAS 1 – No episódio da semana passada a gente falou aqui no Castnews sobre quais as principais tendências para o podcast em 2024, e, no episódio de hoje, o tema continua o mesmo. Só que, dessa vez, a análise é sobre as tendências que podem prejudicar o podcasting em 2024. Numa análise feita por vários estudiosos de podcast nos Estados Unidos, o mercado de ações continua apostando no podcast como um investimento positivo, a movimentação financeira da categoria é saudável e os empregos na área ainda têm força em comparação com outros tipos de mídia. No entanto, a podosfera nos últimos anos vem seguindo algumas tendências que, a longo prazo, podem ter um impacto negativo no mercado. O primeiro grande exemplo é a hiper-profissionalização de novos podcasts, que tá colocando os produtores independentes de podcast em extinção. Se menos pessoas criarem podcasts por conta dessa barreira, a expansão da podosfera pode estacionar. Outra tendência prejudicial é a das celebridades que usam o podcast pra limpar a reputação – o que aconteceu muito em 2022 e 2023, inclusive. A pessoa vai lá, faz uma besteira, depois aparece num podcast conhecido falando “quem me conhece sabe” pra contornar a visão do público. E é exatamente esse comportamento que dá popularidade pra uma série de mesacasts cujo único objetivo é dar palco pra pessoas “canceladas”. E a gente já sabe BEM a qualidade duvidosa desse tipo de conteúdo… E é claro, quando se fala em tendências prejudiciais, não tem como a gente não falar sobre a disseminação de fake news. Infelizmente, as plataformas de comunicação estão cada vez mais infestadas com notícias falsas, posts tendenciosos, enfim… Desinformação pura. E levando em conta que a informação é a nossa matéria-prima principal, as fake news sempre vão ser um grande perigo pro mercado. Você consegue pensar em mais alguma tendência que possa prejudicar o podcast este ano? Comenta nas nossas redes sociais, @ CastnewsBR no instagram e no twitter, que eu tenho a impressão que essa discussão ainda vai longe. 2 – E segundo o relatório Consumer Report da Edison Research, o número de ouvintes de podcast vai continuar crescendo em 2024. A faixa etária em que o áudio mais vai crescer é entre os ouvintes de 12 a 34 anos. De acordo com a previsão global da Insider Intelligence, esse ano a gente vai ter aproximadamente 40 milhões de novos ouvintes de podcast em todo o mundo. Para os criadores de conteúdo, é claro que isso significa mais uma oportunidade de aumentar a audiência, mas também é um bom momento pra criar novos nichos. Esse, inclusive, foi o ponto central das publicações de início de ano da Ausha. Segundo a empresa, os podcasters terão mais chance de sucesso em 2024 se focarem em um conjunto menor e mais engajado de ouvintes, dado a diversidade de assuntos que estão em alta nos últimos anos. AINDA EM NOTÍCIAS DA SEMANA: 3 – O SoundCloud está à venda! De acordo com o site de notícias Sky News, a plataforma tá programada pra ser vendida ainda este ano. O valor do SoundCloud tá sendo negociado em torno de 1 bilhão de dólares. Os proprietários do streaming estão explorando também a possibilidade de colocar o SoundCloud à leilão, isso depois de algumas reuniões com bancos de investimento. O streaming de músicas e podcasts foi fundado em 2007, passou por uma crise financeira em 2017, e teve uma recuperação significativa nos últimos anos, sob a liderança de um novo presidente-executivo. Ano passado eles fizeram um movimento parecido com o do Spotify e demitiram uma boa parte da equipe da plataforma, na intenção de balancear os lucros e as dívidas da empresa. Pra eles, parece que funcionou. 4 – E se tem um mercado de áudio que ao que tudo indica vai crescer bastante no Brasil em 2024 é o de audiobooks. Iniciativas como as dos Estados Unidos, onde celebridades como Viola Davis, Meryl Streep e Matthew McConaughey narram audiolivros, serviram como exemplo para o Brasil, onde a tendência com certeza vai ganhar destaque a partir desse ano. Vale lembrar que os audiolivros são uma ferramenta muito importante de acessibilidade, especialmente pros consumidores cegos ou com alguma deficiência visual. Alguns especialistas apostam que a plataforma que mais vai ter sucesso em disponibilizar esses livros no Brasil vai ser a Amazon – o que faz sentido se levar em conta que a empresa foi pioneira nisso por aqui, e pode atuar com a experiência de já ser uma grande biblioteca de áudio lá no exterior com a Audible que agora também está aqui no Brasil. A qualidade do áudio é essencial num audiobook, e embora o investimento na produção seja alto, as editoras estão vendo isso como um investimento a médio e longo prazo. A Companhia das Letras, por exemplo, começou a trabalhar com audiolivros em 2018, e atualmente eles já tem mais de 200 títulos. Por enquanto, os audiolivros ainda são uma “novidade” pro público (entre aspas, porque a gente sabe que eles já estão aí no mercado há muito tempo…), então nós ainda não temos informações sobre quais são os gêneros preferidos do público brasileiro, ou a faixa etária que mais consome livros em áudio. A gente vai aguardar as pesquisas serem feitas no Brasil, e assim vamos entender melhor qual o perfil principal do brasileiro que ouve livros. E MAIS: 5 – No dia 24 de janeiro vai ser realizado o primeiro evento Brand Podcast Virtual Summit, organizado pela companhia Lower Street Media. Como o nome sugere, o evento vai acontecer online, reunindo dezenas de líderes de negócios e especialistas em podcasting pra discutir os podcasts corporativos ou de marca. Alguns dos assuntos que vão ser tratados no evento são: estratégias para o sucesso dos podcasts de marca, ferramentas essenciais de publicidade e meios para integrar podcasts à estratégia de marketing de uma empresa em 2024. O summit já confirmou também painéis sobre importância do conteúdo original, compreensão do público-alvo e estratégias de crescimento de podcast. A inscrição no Brand Podcast Virtual Summit é gratuita e aberta a todos os interessados. Além disso, todos os participantes inscritos vão ter a chance de ganhar um microfone de alta qualidade e um par de fones de ouvido no valor de US$500.  Você pode encontrar mais informações no site oficial do evento, e também na matéria completa no portal do Castnews em castnews.com.br . 6 – O LinkedIn Notícias publicou recentemente a sua lista “Os Melhores de 2023”, com várias categorias de destaques do ano passado. A lista dos melhores podcasts incluiu 12 programas, e entre eles, estava o podcast Introvertendo, produzido por (e para) pessoas autistas. O analista de marketing Emanoel Freitas, elogiou o Introvertendo e disse que foi seu favorito do ano, especialmente depois que ele mesmo recebeu um diagnóstico de autismo. O Introvertendo foi lançado em 2018 por estudantes autistas da Universidade Federal de Goiás, e encerrou suas atividades em setembro de 2023 depois de 260 episódios, mas segue sendo muito bem-sucedido e lembrado pelo valor do seu conteúdo. HOJE NO GIRO SOBRE PESSOAS QUE FAZEM A MÍDIA:  7 – A atriz Fernanda Torres, que apresenta o podcast “A Playlist da Minha Vida”, um original Deezer, foi entrevistada no programa Roda Viva, onde seu podcast foi elogiado tanto pelo roteiro, quanto pela edição caprichada, e, é claro, pela condução da Fernanda como host. O episódio de destaque foi o que a Fernanda entrevistou o Marcelo D2. Fora esse, o podcast já conta com vários episódios publicados, com entrevistas com personalidades como Marisa Monte, Pabllo Vittar, Gilberto Gil, Nelson Motta, Rita Von Hunty e Dráuzio Varella. Pra quem não acompanha ou não tá lembrado da temática, A Playlist da Minha Vida é um programa de entrevistas, que explora memórias de infância e adolescência dos seus convidados, através da música. Depois de cada programa, as playlists dos entrevistados ficam disponíveis pra serem ouvidas na íntegra na Deezer. Pros ouvintes que gostam de descobrir músicas novas ao mesmo tempo que ouve histórias de vida, vale a pena acompanhar. SOBRE LANÇAMENTOS: 8 – E na última semana de dezembro foi lançado o “Hey Ma Sis!”, um novo videocast dedicado à cultura do Ballroom. Idealizado pela Ilunga Malanda e pela Natasha Olubusayo, o programa apresenta histórias, fofocas e ensinamentos sobre os balls, os bailes originados em Nova Iorque, que eram lugares onde pessoas pretas, latinas e LGBTQ+ podiam ser celebradas e promover as próprias vozes. Além de serem um pilar importante da cultura queer, os balls enaltecem a diversidade e são locais onde se fez muita política ao longo da história. Se você quiser saber mais sobre o que acontece na cena do ballroom no Brasil, o Hey Ma Sis! já está disponível nas principais plataformas, com três episódios publicados no feed. 9 – A Audible lançou um novo podcast original, “Discover Your Inner Astronaut” (Descubra seu astronauta interior), apresentado por Helen Sharman, a primeira astronauta britânica no espaço, e Nicole Stott, veterana da NASA que já passou 104 dias no espaço. A série de oito partes cria um paralelo sobre como as lições aprendidas no espaço podem influenciar a vida na Terra. Astronautas convidados, como Luca Parmitano, Cady Coleman e Mike Foale, compartilham histórias no início de cada episódio. As apresentadoras escolhem suas histórias favoritas do espaço para ajudar a desenvolver habilidades e emoções cotidianas, falando de temas como trabalho em equipe, descanso, preparo físico, resiliência, isolamento e solidão. Todos os episódios estão disponíveis no aplicativo da Audible – em inglês. RECOMENDAÇÃO NACIONAL:  10 – E na nossa recomendação nacional desta semana, a indicação vai pro podcast “Barulhinho Bom,” lançado em 2020 pelo Instituto Trem da Vida, que oferece reflexões sobre temas interessantes pro ouvinte exercitar a mente nos seus momentos de pausa. O programa, criado pela Lidia Picinin (a Lidinha) e pela Patricia Malinski, começou como uma coleção pessoal de áudios para momentos difíceis, acabou evoluindo pra um projeto compartilhado em grupos de whatsapp e telegram e, depois, virou podcast. Alguns dos temas que já passaram pela mesa do programa foram Esperança, Esforço, Mudanças, o acolhimento do indesejado… Muita coisa interessante. O Barulhinho Bom está disponível nas principais plataformas de podcast, onde você pode ouvir e sentir aquele quentinho no coração – que é exatamente o que as apresentadoras querem passar pros ouvintes. 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Adam and Chris reflect on one year of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak as Sir Keir Starmer comes under pressure from his own MPs because of his position on the Israel-Gaza conflict. And there are plans to send an all-UK astronaut mission into space. BBC science correspondent Jonathan Amos and the first British astronaut Helen Sharman discuss whether the project is good news for space exploration. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Gray with Gemma Roper, Sam McLaren and Hanna Ward. The technical producer was Philip Bull. The editors are Jonathan Aspinwall and Sam Bonham.

Dr Chris Smith and the Naked Scientist team present the latest science news, analysis and breakthroughs. In this week's episode...After a rise in Covid cases across the country, we try to find out when exactly are people infectious? The potential ban on single use vapes and farewell to Dolly's father, we look at the legacy of Ian Wilmut, who cloned the world's most famous sheep. Plus in our new Titans of Science series, we continue with part 2 of our interview with Helen Sharman, the first Britain in space, we find out what day to day life was like on the Mir Space Station. Get the podcast from the BBC Sounds app.

Part 2 of the extraordinary story of the first Briton in space. What was life like on a space station? How do you get back down? and what do you do afterwards? Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

James Tytko, Dr Chris Smith and the Naked Scientist team present the latest science news, analysis and breakthroughs. In this week's episode….Can civil engineers help rescue UK's Schools and hospitals? We'll be hearing about a new initiative that is hoping to improve the treatment of Sepsis, and how the scent of ancient Egypt has been replicated in a Danish museum. And in our new series Titans of Science, Chris Smith chats to Helen Sharman, the first Britain in space, about her life from her childhood in Sheffield to becoming a the first Western-European to visit space. Get the podcast from the BBC Sounds app.

GB2RS News Sunday the 10th of September 2023 The news headlines: RSGB 2023 Convention RSGB 2023 outreach and buildathons National Coding Week     The RSGB 2023 Convention will be held this year from the 13th to the 15th of October. It is an action-packed weekend of amateur radio and includes the AMSAT-UK Colloquium which will be held during the Convention again. You can chat to the Special Interest Groups and RSGB Committees over a coffee, browse the latest amateur radio equipment and maybe even win a great prize if you buy a ticket in the DXpedition Fund raffle. There will also be two interesting forums on Saturday run in partnership with ICQPodcast. For the first time, the Convention will also have a clear focus on outreach and practical activities as the RSGB provides opportunities for individuals and clubs to ‘have a go' and be inspired to try new things in their local areas. The draft programme will be available in the October RadCom but is also available now on the RSGB website to give you an idea of the fantastic range of talks that will be happening over the weekend. Find out more and take advantage of the early-bird booking price which is available until the 14th of September – go to rsgb.org/convention As part of the RSGB's commitment to the growth of amateur radio, Regional Representative David De La Haye, M0MDB will be giving a presentation at the RSGB Convention in which he will explain more about the Regional Team and how its members can support you to do amateur radio outreach in your local area. A particular focus will be on organising the ever-popular buildathon events. Once you've picked up some tips, you can then have a go at building one of a range of kits provided by Kanga Products. The RSGB Convention buildathon is a drop-in event on Saturday the 14th of October which runs from 10.30am to 5pm. You can also confirm your preferred time by pre-booking a slot for a deposit of £5, which is refundable against the cost of the kit you choose to build. Pre-booked time slots will be allocated as first-come, first-served, so make sure to book now! For full details and to book your slot, visit the RSGB website at rsgb.org/buildathon National Coding Week runs from the 18th of September, but the RSGB is dedicating the whole of September to a focus on amateur radio and coding. There is a range of activity sheets on the RSGB website and we know of schools and amateur radio clubs that are getting involved. Whether you'd like to try the BBC:Microbit, have a go at Node RED or find out more about GNU Radio, this is a great way to try something new, extend your skills, or share your knowledge with your local club, school or community group. If you'd like some support or advice, contact RSGB volunteer John Hislop, G7OHO via g7oho@rsgb.org.uk, and if you're planning an event let the RSGB know – email comms@rsgb.org.uk so the Society can share your stories and photos to inspire others! Air Ambulance Week 2023 is finishing today, the 10th of September. Lots of amateur radio stations are active on the air to help raise awareness of the lifesaving work that is carried out by the UK's air ambulance charities. Please give them a call! More information about Air Ambulance Week 2023 can be found by visiting airambulancesuk.org Amateur radio has been mentioned in the mainstream media twice this week. RSGB President John McCullagh, GI4BWM, was interviewed in a BBC news feature about the demise of longwave radio. You can read it online by searching for “Long wave radio fans mourn fading frequencies”. Secondly, Helen Sharman, the first person from the UK to go into space, was chatting on The Naked Scientists podcast about using amateur radio on the International Space Station to talk to school pupils. Search for “Helen Sharman: chatting with Mikhail Gorbachev” and skip to three minutes and 49 seconds into the podcast.  And now for details of rallies and events Caister Lifeboat Radio Rally is taking place today, Sunday the 10th of September. The venue is Caister Lifeboat station, Caister on Sea, NR30 5DJ. The doors are open from 9 am to 2 pm. Access for traders is available from 8 a.m. Admission is free. Inside tables cost £10 each. The outside tables cost £5 each. For more information, contact Zane, M1BFI via email on m1bfi@outlook.com or phone 07711 214 790. The Angel of the North Amateur Radio Club Rally will be held on Saturday the 16th of September. The venue will be Whitehall Road Methodist Church, Whitehall Road, Bensham, Gateshead, NE8 4LH. The doors will be open to traders from 7.30 am and tables cost £6. The event will be open to the public from 10 am to 2 pm and admission will be £2.50. Bacon butties and hot drinks will be available to purchase. There will be a bring-and-buy and a raffle on the day. Please contact anarc.club@gmail.com for further information.   Now the Special Event News Rustington Amateur Radio Group and Worthing and District Amateur Radio Club will be active with Special Event Station GB1SCW on Saturday the 16th of September. Working between 10.30 am and 4.30 pm, operation will take place on HF, VHF and UHF bands using various modes including SSB, FM and digital modes. The station will be operating to celebrate the work of coastal communities, in particular the National Coastwatch Institution and Royal National Lifeboat Institution. More information is available via QRZ.com OO35ATH is the special callsign in use by members of the Radio Club de Ath, ON4ATH, in Belgium, to celebrate the club's 35th anniversary. The station will be active until the 30th of September.   Now the DX news John, W5JON is active as V47JA from St. Kitts, NA-104, in the West Indies, until the 12th of September. He is operating SSB and FT8 on the HF and 6m bands. QSL via Logbook of the World, or direct only to W5JON. Mike, DG5LAC is active as OZ/DG5LAC from Romo Island, EU-125, in Denmark, until the 13th of September. He will operate using FT8, FT4 and some SSB. QSL via Club Log's OQRS, Logbook of the World and eQSL.   Now the contest news Today, Sunday the 10th of September, the UK Microwave Group 24 to 76GHz Contest runs from 0900 to 1700UTC. Using all modes on 24 to 76GHz frequencies, the exchange is signal report, serial number and locator. The Worked All Europe DX SSB Contest started at 0000UTC on Saturday the 9th of September and ends at 2359UTC today, Sunday the 10th of September. Using SSB on the 80 to 10m bands, where contests are permitted, the exchange is signal report and serial number. On Tuesday the 12th of September, the 432MHz FM Activity Contest runs from 1800 to 1855UTC. Using FM on the 70cm band, the exchange is signal report, serial number and locator. Also on Tuesday the 12th of September, the 432MHz UK Activity Contest runs from 1900 to 2130UTC. Using all modes on the 70cm band, the exchange is signal report, serial number and locator. On Wednesday the 13th of September, the Autumn Series CW Contest runs from 1900 to 2030UTC. Using CW on the 80m band, the exchange is signal report and serial number. On Wednesday the 13th of September, the 432MHz FT8 Activity four-hour Contest runs from 1700 to 2100UTC. Using FT8 on the 70cm band, the exchange is report and four-character locator. Also, on Wednesday, the 13th of September, the 432MHz FT8 Activity two-hour Contest runs from 1900 to 2100UTC. Using FT8 on the 70cm band, the exchange is report and four-character locator. Stations entering the four-hour contest may also enter the two-hour contest. On Thursday the 14th of September, the 50MHz UK Activity Contest runs from 1900 to 2130UTC. Using all modes on the 6m band, the exchange is signal report, serial number and locator. On Sunday the 17th of September, the 70MHz Affiliated Societies Contest runs from 0900 to 1200UTC. Using all modes on the 4m band, the exchange is signal report, serial number and locator. On Sunday the 17th of September, the IRTS 70cm Counties Contest runs from 1300 to 1330UTC. Using SSB and FM on the 70cm band, the exchange is signal report, serial number and locator. EI and GI stations also give their county. Also on Sunday the 17th of September, the IRTS 2m Counties Contest runs from 1300 to 1500UTC. Using SSB and FM on the 2m band, the exchange is signal report, serial number and locator. EI and GI stations also give their county. On Sunday the 17th of September, the British Amateur Radio Teledata Group Sprint PSK63 Contest runs from 1700 to 2100UTC. Using PSK63 on the 80 to 10m bands, where contests are permitted, the exchange is serial number. Now the radio propagation report, compiled by G0KYA, G3YLA, and G4BAO on Thursday the 7th of September 2023 The propagation team was caught out last week by two coronal mass ejections, or CMEs, that came off the edge of the Sun. The arrival of those CMEs on the 3rd of September eventually pushed the Kp index to 5.67. In its report, Spaceweather.com said that it was possible that a CME arrived on the 2nd of September, but its weak impact was masked by a chaotic stream of solar wind already blowing around Earth at the time. At this time of year, even weak CMEs can do a good job of sparking auroras as a result of the Russell-McPherron effect, which boosts geomagnetic activity around the equinoxes. So much for saying that we could expect quiet geomagnetic conditions last week! The Solar Flux Index declined to 131 but has since recovered to reach 147 on Thursday the 7th, with eight active regions visible. We had a number of M-class solar flares last week, but nothing too damaging. With the Kp index back to one on the 7th, we saw daytime MUFs rising again, heading above 24.9MHz over a 3,000km path. There were lots of Chinese and Japanese stations on 21MHz FT8 around 1100UTC on Thursday. And up on 12m FT8, even more of the same. DX stations included Thomas, KH0/KC0W on the Mariana Islands in the Pacific. While the 10m band was just about open as well, it offered slim pickings compared with the 12m band. Next week NOAA predicts that the Solar Flux Index will increase over the week to hit perhaps 155 by next weekend. Geomagnetic conditions remain variable with a Kp index of three or four forecast for the 12th to the 16th. This weekend the geomagnetic forecast is that it will be quiet although, with so many sunspots visible at the moment, it wouldn't take much for a CME to disrupt things. As always, keep an eye on solarham.net for near real-time updates. And now the VHF and up propagation news The RSGB 144MHz Trophy produced good DX on 2m into Poland and Sweden, so we guess that Tropo performed for us this week. This spell of hot sunny weather, due to high pressure, does mean Tropo was the mode of choice for the end of this current week, ending today the 10th, especially across the North Sea. However, unsettled weather is gradually encroaching from the west, introducing some thundery rain into western areas, and this will spread east. Although the Tropo will cease, Gigahertz bands rain scatter is a likely replacement although very isolated rather than the widespread nature of a good Tropo event. It should be noted that next week is not fully determined by all models with quite a spread of outcomes. Either way, it's Tropo or rain scatter for most areas next week. It's always possible that meteor scatter and aurora could show during this period. The early morning, around dawn, is usually the best time to look for random meteor scatter activity in the absence of any major meteor showers. For aurora, it's best to follow the solar data from spaceweather.com to pick up early alerts and an increasing Kp index. For EME stations, Moon declination is at its highest this weekend but with apogee, the Moon's furthest point from Earth, next Tuesday, path losses are high. 144MHz sky noise is low for most of the week except for Thursday and Friday when the Moon and Sun are very close, meaning high solar noise in the beamwidth of antennas.    And that's all from the propagation team this week.

Today's guest is Helen Sharman, the first Briton in space. Our conversation ranges from her early beginnings working in a chocolate factory - Mars, would you believe - to her run in with the then leader of the Soviet Union... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

With her eight-day mission in 1991, Helen Sharman became the first British person in space. She also became the first woman aboard the Mir Space Station. In this episode, Helen reflects on her training in Star City, and ponders what value human spaceflight brings to us and the evolution of safety in space missions. Looking ahead, what will happen to the International Space Station? And what might UK involvement in future crewed missions look like?

In this edition: We join the fight against deadly fungal pathogens, listen to music inspired by moons, and discover how some crystals heal themselves. News: Fixing bones in conflict zones and award-winning sustainable business education – We hear how engineers have created fixators for broken bones being trialled in Sri Lanka, Gaza and Ukraine, and how the Business School has won an award for their Sustainability Leadership programme. Fighting fungal pathogens – Fungal infections can be deadly, and a new WHO priority list has been drawn up to fight them. We hear from Professor Matthew Fisher, who is working on two of these worrying pathogens. Music of the Moons – We listen in as astronaut Helen Sharman and conductor Amanda Lee Falkenberg lead ‘LUNAR' – an outreach event about the science behind our neighbouring planets' moons and the music Falkenberg has created to illustrate them. The self-healing power crystals – We learn how crystals of surprising materials including paracetamol and ethanol can ‘heal' themselves, regrowing their original structure, and how this could help researchers manipulate their growth. This section is an extract from the Never Lick the Spoon podcast by the Institute for Molecular Science and Engineering.

As part of The Lord Mayor's Big Read, listen to well-known Sheffield personalities chat about the books they love. Listen online and let us know about your favourite reads on social media, #SheffReads. In this episode, we chat with Britain's first astronaut, Helen Sharman.

In the second episode of Season 2, Helen Sharman, Britain's first astronaut, explores how science and technology help us plan for and mitigate Black Sky Events. Modern day systems are so interdependent that serious disruption of any major service or supply network could cascade into them all and create a so-called Black Sky Event. So how can science and technology make our infrastructure more resilient in the face of these challenges? Helen is joined by Avi Schnurr, the CEO and President of Electric Infrastructure Security (EIS) Council, which leads discussion, research and collaboration for global resilience planning with senior executives, key government and NGO stakeholders across all sectors. Avi founded EIS Council to help bridge resilience gaps for hazards on all scales, treating the black sky problem with a systematic, systems engineering approach. Avi says, ”Hoping for the best is not a plan.” The Zero Pressure podcast series looks at how science and technology positively can contribute to solving complex, interrelated global challenges of today and tomorrow. We look at pioneering technologies and speak to those on the thinking edge. Zero Pressure is a podcast from Imperial College London and Saab. A relaxed conversation with those on the cutting edge of science and technology - hosted by Britain's first astronaut Helen Sharman - Presented by Imperial College London and Saab.

In the first episode of Season 2, Helen Sharman, Britain's first astronaut, explores how science and technology can help us to manage the polar regions, as melting ice due to climate change opens up shipping lanes, makes resource extraction increasingly viable and throws up environmental and geopolitical issues that affect the whole planet. Helen is joined by Professor Klaus Dodds, Executive Dean for the School of Life Sciences and the Environment at Royal Holloway, University of London. Klaus has extensive experience of working with Governments and commercial stakeholders including the NATO Strategic Foresight Analysis, which assesses trends and their implications to the security environment. The Zero Pressure podcast series looks at how science and technology positively can contribute to solving complex, interrelated global challenges of today and tomorrow. We look at pioneering technologies and speak to those on the thinking edge. Zero Pressure is a podcast from Imperial College London and Saab. A relaxed conversation with those on the cutting edge of science and technology - hosted by Britain's first astronaut Helen Sharman - Presented by Imperial College London and Saab.

In this episode, Helen Sharman, Britain's first astronaut, explores the New Space Economy. But what exactly is "New Space"? To find out, Helen is joined by Professor Andy Koronios, CEO and Managing Director of the Australian SmartSat Co-operative Research Centre, and Pekka Laurila, co-founder of Finnish New Space satellite technology company ICEYE. The Zero Pressure podcast series will be looking at how science and technology positively can contribute to solving complex, interrelated global challenges of today and tomorrow. We will be looking at pioneering technologies and speaking those on the thinking edge. Zero Pressure is a podcast from Imperial College London and Saab. A relaxed conversation with those on the cutting edge of science and technology - hosted by Britain's first astronaut Helen Sharman - Presented by Imperial College London and Saab.

Helen Sharman, Britain's first astronaut, explores how humans are building working relationships and trust with machines. From the oceans to the skies, this episode considers the current capabilities and potential future applications of human-machining teaming. Helen is joined by Captain Michael Brasser, commander of the 59th task force and air traffic management expert Associate Professor Sameer Alam. Zero Pressure is a podcast from Imperial College London and Saab. A relaxed conversation with those on the cutting edge of science and technology - hosted by Britain's first astronaut Helen Sharman - Presented by Imperial College London and Saab. The Zero Pressure podcast series will be looking at how science and technology can positively contribute to solving complex, interrelated global challenges of today and tomorrow. We will be looking at pioneering technologies and speaking those on the thinking edge.

Helen Sharman, Britain's first astronaut, explores quantum computing. What are these machines, how are they created and how can their calculations potentially change the world? Helen is joined by quantum computing experts professor John M. Martinis from University of California, Santa Barbara and Provost of Imperial College London, Professor Ian Walmsley. Zero Pressure is a podcast from Imperial College London and Saab. A relaxed conversation with those on the cutting edge of science and technology - hosted by Britain's first astronaut Helen Sharman - Presented by Imperial College London and Saab. The Zero Pressure podcast series will be looking at how science and technology can positively contribute to solving complex, interrelated global challenges of today and tomorrow. We will be looking at pioneering technologies and speaking those on the thinking edge.

SYNOPSISOn tonight's show It should be known that loved ones often try to contact us after death. We'll discuss some of the ways they might reach out to you.Helen Sharman, Britain's first astronaut and a chemist at Imperial College London, recently said that alien lifeforms that are impossible to spot may be living among us. How could that be possible? We'll discuss.All this and more, tonight on Abnormal Realities with Ron Phillips and Rocci StucciSources: https://anomalien.com/british-company-decided-to-revive-mammoths/https://anomalien.com/15-year-old-girl-in-india-cries-stone-tears-doctors-are-confused/https://anomalien.com/when-the-dead-come-calling-signs-that-a-deceased-loved-one-is-nearby/https://www.livescience.com/could-invisible-aliens-exist-here-astrobiology.htmlJoin us LIVE weeknights at 7p CT/8p ET on YouTube, Facebook, OpsLens, Mojo 5-0 Radio, iHeartRadio, and Spreaker.com.###Follow Us:https://abnormalrealities.comhttps://twitter.com/abnormalshowhttps://instagram.com/abnormalrealitieshttps://facebook.com/abnormalrealitiesSupport our Show:https://www.abnormalrealities.com/shophttps://www.abnormalrealities.com/donate#DeadCalling #InvisibleAliens #Cryptids #Paranormal #UAP #UFO #SpiritBox #GhostVoices #AbnormalRealities #RonPhillips #RocciStucci #Mojo50 #OpsLens #Bigfoot #Conspiracy #ConspiracyTheories #WhatTheHellIsThat

Helen Sharman, Britain's first astronaut, discusses the future of AI, its uses in today's world and the ethics surrounding its ever-expanding applications. Helen is joined by Finnish AI expert Tero Ojanperä and Dr Karen Haigh an expert in AI and machine learning. Zero Pressure is a podcast from Imperial College London and Saab. A relaxed conversation with those on the cutting edge of science and technology - hosted by Britain's first astronaut Helen Sharman - Presented by Imperial College London and Saab. The Zero Pressure podcast series will be looking at how science and technology can positively contribute to solving complex, interrelated global challenges of today and tomorrow. We will be looking at pioneering technologies and speaking those on the thinking edge.

In 2021, Sky News is marking some of the century's biggest news events through the personal stories of lives defined by unforgettable moments from the last 21-years.Tim Peake: Britain's first spacewalk is episode 15 of the 21-part series StoryCast '21The UK has a long history of exploration, however by 2016, only one astronaut, Helen Sharman, had travelled to space bearing the colours of the UK flag and no Briton had ever experienced the most demanding and perilous experience of spaceflight. That was until one January morning in 2016. Former RAF test pilot, husband and father, Tim Peake, had arrived at The International Space Station (ISS) just weeks before.When mission control discovered damage to an external power unit, Peake, and fellow astronaut Tim Kopra, were tasked with its repair - a complex undertaking, fraught with danger, which could only be executed during night orbit at 17,000 km per hour.Tim Peake: Britain's first spacewalk was recorded by Tom GillespieWriting, production and sound design by Rob MulhernSpecial thanks to Tim Peake and Thomas MooreDigital by Tom GillespiePresented by Jayne SeckerTV treatment, Johnny El-GiathiHead of Radio, Sky News Dave Terris Design and graphics, Brian GillinghamSocial media, Chris ScottPress and Marketing, Alexandra HortonEmail: storycast@sky.ukFor more on this story log on to www.skynews/storycast21#StoryCast21

The UK has a long history of exploration, however by 2016, only one astronaut, Helen Sharman, had travelled to space bearing the colours of the UK flag and no Briton had ever experienced the most demanding and perilous experience of spaceflight. That was until one January morning in 2016. Former RAF test pilot, husband and father, Tim Peake, had arrived at The International Space Station (ISS) just weeks before.When mission control discovered damage to an external power unit, Peake, and fellow astronaut Tim Kopra, were tasked with its repair - a complex undertaking, fraught with danger, which could only be executed during night orbit at 17,000 km per hour.In 2021, Sky News is marking some of the century's biggest news events through the personal stories of lives defined by unforgettable moments from the last 21-years.Tim Peake: Britain's first spacewalk is episode 15 of the 21-part series StoryCast '21CREDITSTim Peake: Britain's first spacewalk was recorded by Tom GillespieWriting, production and sound design by Rob MulhernSpecial thanks to Tim Peake and Thomas MooreDigital by Tom GillespiePresented by Jayne SeckerTV treatment, Johnny El-GiathiHead of Radio, Sky News, Dave TerrisDesign and graphics, Brian GillinghamSocial media, Chris ScottPress and Marketing, Alexandra HortonEmail: storycast@sky.ukFor more on this story log on to www.skynews/storycast21#StoryCast21

What happens when on a family holiday to Florida, you pop into the Kennedy Space Centre as a sixteen-year-old and there and then decide that you want to go to space?In Sophie Harker's case, you come back and get your head down to achieving academically what you are capable of. A love of Mathematics led to a Masters Degree course at Nottingham, where she met the first British astronaut, Helen Sharman. In conversation, Sophie was advised that engineering could be her route to space. And the rest is pretty much history. Sophie joined the BAE Systems Graduate Scheme, consisting of four engineering placements across various platforms and products, including the Eurofighter Typhoon. Sophie is currently embedded in the Team Tempest project working on advanced technologies for flight control systems. Sophie is one of the youngest engineers to have achieved chartered status at the age of only 25. In 2016 she became the BAE Systems Technical Graduate of the Year; SEMTA made her their Graduate of the year in 2017; in the same year, she was featured in the Daily Telegraphs Top 50 Women in Engineering. In 2018 Sophie was awarded the Bee Beaumont Award - Awarded to 'newly qualified engineers who have made an outstanding contribution to the business in the early stages of their career'. Also, in 2018, Sophie won the IET Young Woman Engineer of the Year and more recently was awarded the Sir Henry Royce Medal, which recognises her research in developing future technologies for the aviation history.  By Sophie's own admission, she did not set out on a mission to win these awards; in fact, when I mentioned them on the podcast, she was slightly embarrassed; these awards sprung from a career doing something that she loves to the very best of her ability. This podcast was an absolute joy to record. I am generally not a gambling man, and as Sophie points out, the odds of getting to space are stacked against her, yet I would have a few sneaky pounds on Sophie Harker following the same footsteps trod by a certain Helen Sharman. Sit back, pour a drink and be inspired. Designed for Life - In conversation with Sophie Harker. 

Helen Sharman, Britain's first astronaut, hosts an expert-led discussion on autonomous systems and the ethics surrounding their use and development. How can autonomous systems help not just with dull or dangerous tasks but also improving decision-making? What about the serious ethical questions related to some of the decision making in autonomous systems? Helen's guests this week are Virginia Dignum, Professor at the Department of Computing Science at Umeå University, Sweden and Denise Garcia, Associate Professor of Political Science and International Affairs at Northeastern University. Zero Pressure is a podcast from Imperial College London and Saab. A relaxed conversation with those on the cutting edge of science and technology - hosted by Britain's first astronaut Helen Sharman - Presented by Imperial College London and Saab. The Zero Pressure podcast series will be looking at how science and technology can positively contribute to solving complex, interrelated global challenges of today and tomorrow. We will be looking at pioneering technologies and speaking those on the thinking edge.

Hosted by Robin Ince and Dr Helen Czerski this episode of the Science Shambles podcast is an audio recording of our weekly Sunday Science Q and A show that goes out at 3pm BST on our YouTube channel. This week Robin and Helen are joined by Dr Helen Sharman, on the 30th anniversary of her record breaking journey to space as Britain's first astronaut, and Dr Keving. They chat about missions to Mir, the future of space travel, meeting Michael Collins and space chocolate... Watch them on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/cosmicshambles and get bonus content and extended conversations with guests by subscribing at patreon.com/cosmicshambles

Introducing Our Host - Britain's First Astronaut Helen Sharman

Thirty years ago, Helen Sharman blasted off on her Project Juno mission, becoming the first British astronaut and the first women to visit the Mir space station. Join Emma the Space Gardener to discover how Helen was chosen for the mission, the plants she grew on Mir, and what happened to the pansy seeds she took into space.

In a podcast exclusive, Britain's first astronaut, Helen Sharman, joins the Space Boffins 30 years after her 1991 Juno mission. She describes the selection process, training in the Soviet Union and her return. Author of the Martian, Andy Weir, chats about his latest book, Jason Achilles Mezilis is the musician behind the Mars microphone, and we commemorate the death of Apollo 11 legend Mike Collins. It's another epic podcast... how do we do it? Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

In a podcast exclusive, Britain's first astronaut, Helen Sharman, joins the Space Boffins 30 years after her 1991 Juno mission. She describes the selection process, training in the Soviet Union and her return. Author of the Martian, Andy Weir, chats about his latest book, Jason Achilles Mezilis is the musician behind the Mars microphone, and we commemorate the death of Apollo 11 legend Mike Collins. It's another epic podcast... how do we do it? Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

In a podcast exclusive, Britain's first astronaut, Helen Sharman, joins the Space Boffins 30 years after her 1991 Juno mission. She describes the selection process, training in the Soviet Union and her return. Author of the Martian, Andy Weir, chats about his latest book, Jason Achilles Mezilis is the musician behind the Mars microphone, and we commemorate the death of Apollo 11 legend Mike Collins. It's another epic podcast... how do we do it? Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

This week your hosts Esmée, Anouska and Sophie will be discussing space tourism and space debris in the main segment, Yellowstone volcano, astronaut Helen Sharman in our 'Introducing' segment and the recently launched LEAF Coalition in our climate change news story of the week. There are also some recommendations for other space-related podcasts to listen to (alongside ours of course!).

Dr Helen Sharman was a chemist who became the first British astronaut to go into space, as well as the first woman on the Mir space station. She obtained a BSc degree in Chemistry from the University of Sheffield, and a PhD degree from Birkbeck. She worked with a research technology company and a chemist for Mars bars working on the flavor of chocolate. Then, she applied to “Project Juno” which recruited the first British astronaut. She was successful out of 13,000 applicants, and in May 1991 she was launched in a Soyuz spacecraft, spending 8 days orbiting Earth in the Mir Space Station. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Want to get involved in our organisation? Visit https://ukseds.org/ Social media: Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube Facebook For more resources on careers in space: https://spacecareers.uk/ Follow Caroline on Twitter: @SwennySpace Intro and outro tracks: "Fanfare for Space" and "Discovery Hit" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ For any questions, feedback, or things you'd like to see in future episodes, please e-mail us at podcast@ukseds.org or submit here: https://forms.gle/C9hrMTGYH5Psn8iX7

The first footsteps on the Moon were one giant step for 'man', but from the early days of aeronautics women have also been involved in space travel. In Women with the Right Stuff, presenter, pilot and aspiring astronaut Wally Funk pays tribute to the pioneers, meets some of those involved within today's space industry, and hears from the woman who might be among the crew for the first human mission to Mars. Wally has first hand experience of the early days of space travel in America. She undertook secret tests to become an astronaut in 1961 and, along with 12 other female pilots, passed the extremely tough physical tests to become an unofficial member of the ‘Mercury 13' – the women who, given a chance, could have gone into space before Russia's Valentina Tereshkova made history. Wally hears from astronauts Jessica Meier, Helen Sharman, Eileen Collins and Samantha Cristoforetti; mission control flight director Mary Lawrence; space historian David J Shayler; and shares her 1961 astronaut medical tests with NASA flight surgeon Shannan Moynihan. Over 50 years after those tests, Wally is still flying (she takes her producer above Dallas in a Cessna) but she is yet to get into space. However Wally is on the waiting list for one of the first commercial space tourism flights and is prepared to make history as yet another woman with the right stuff.Image: A Wally Funk playing card, Wally was one of the original Mercury 13, Credit: BBC