Houston We Have a Podcast
- Episodes
- 448
- Released
- weekly
- Latest episode
- Nov 13, 2026
About the podcast
From Earth orbit to the Moon and Mars, explore the world of human spaceflight with NASA each week on the official podcast of the Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. Listen to in-depth conversations with the astronauts, scientists and engineers who make it possible.
Episodes 448
Apply to be a Moonwalker
NASA astronaut Nichole Stilwell and Acting Human Resources Director Tamsin Abotteen discuss the astronaut application process and what it takes to join NASA’s next class of explorers. Episode 445.
The Gunslingers of White Sands
NASA’s Houston We Have a Podcast kicks off a new series in collaboration with White Sands Test Facility, introducing series producer and host Kathryn Martinez and exploring the facility’s unique capabilities. Episode 444
Artemis III: Paving the Way to Lunar Landings
NASA Human Landing System engineers discuss the Artemis III lunar lander test articles and docking operations that will pave the way for future crewed Moon landings. Episode 443
CHAPEA 2: Audio Log 4
The CHAPEA 2 crew shares final reflections from inside their simulated Mars mission, and principal investigator Grace Douglas discusses the study as its conclusion approaches. Episode 442.
Reflections After Artemis II with Victor and Jeremy
Artemis II astronauts Victor Glover and Jeremy Hansen reflect on memorable mission moments, new perspectives, and what comes next after their historic journey around the Moon. Episode 441.
To the Moon and Back Again with Reid and Christina
Artemis II astronauts Reid Wiseman and Christina Koch reflect on their historic journey around the Moon, the moments that moved them, and what it’s like to come home after traveling farther than any humans …
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Artemis II astronauts Reid Wiseman and Christina Koch reflect on their historic journey around the Moon, the moments that moved them, and what it’s like to come home after traveling farther than any humans before them. Episode 440.
Recordings from the Far Side of the Moon
Lunar scientists Juliane Gross and Aaron Regberg share never-before-heard recordings from the Artemis II crew as they observed the far side of the Moon. Episode 439
Crew-13
NASA’s SpaceX Crew-13 members discuss their journeys to becoming astronauts and their upcoming mission to the International Space Station. Episode 438
Cosmic Perspectives with Neil deGrasse Tyson
NASA astronaut Chris Williams and astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson explore human spaceflight, astrophysics, and the wonder of the universe. Episode 437
The Moon Base
NASA’s Moon Base program manager Carlos García-Galán discusses how NASA is building humanity’s first Moon Base and establishing a long-term human presence on the lunar surface. Episode 436
National Lab 15
The ISS National Laboratory celebrates 15 years of advancing science in space as Patrick O’Neill reflects on its beginnings, accomplishments, and future. Episode 435
Artemis III Training
NASA Artemis III Chief Training Officer Debbie O’Connell discusses how the crew is preparing for one of NASA’s most challenging missions yet. Episode 434
Callsign White Flight
Former NASA flight director Gene Kranz reflects on his career, leadership, legacy, and lessons for the future of human space exploration. Episode 433
ISS Results: Stem Cells in Space
Dr. Abba Zubair discusses how stem cell research aboard the International Space Station is advancing regenerative medicine and what scientists learned from a recently published study. Episode 432
CHAPEA 2: Audio Log 3
NASA’s CHAPEA II crew shares what it was like to operate through a simulated two-week communications blackout with Earth, and NASA analog scientist Sarah Whiting explains what researchers are learning for …
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NASA’s CHAPEA II crew shares what it was like to operate through a simulated two-week communications blackout with Earth, and NASA analog scientist Sarah Whiting explains what researchers are learning for future Mars missions. Episode 431
ISS Results: Materials Science
Kim de Groh and Sylvie Crowell review what researchers have learned and published from the Materials International Space Station Experiment (MISSE) platform that tests how materials perform in the harsh …
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Kim de Groh and Sylvie Crowell review what researchers have learned and published from the Materials International Space Station Experiment (MISSE) platform that tests how materials perform in the harsh environment of space.
Artemis II Lunar Science
We answer your questions from Threads! HWHAP celebrates nine years of podcasting by bringing on Dr. Kelsey Young to discuss the Artemis II lunar science team, and the crew's lunar flyby observations and photo targets.
Space Runs in the Family
NASA astronaut Anil Menon discusses his journey ahead of his first spaceflight to the International Space Station aboard Soyuz MS-29. Episode 428.
ISS Results: Wayfinding
Dr. Giuseppe Iaria discusses scientific results from the Wayfinding investigation on space station and what it reveals about how astronauts navigate, adapt, and form mental maps in space. Episode 427.
Meet Artemis III
The Artemis III astronauts discuss their backgrounds and training ahead of them to prepare for one of the most complex human spaceflight missions in history. Episode 426.
The Future of Deep Space Communications
NASA SCaN Deputy Program Manager Greg Heckler discusses the future of deep space communications and the technology supporting NASA missions in Earth orbit and the Moon. Episode 425.
AI at NASA
NASA Acting Chief Data and AI Officer Kevin Murphy discusses how artificial intelligence is supporting missions, research, and the future of human spaceflight. Episode 424.
CHAPEA 2: Audio Log 2
The CHAPEA 2 crew shares the latest updates after four months into their simulated Mars mission, including life inside the habitat, holiday celebrations, off-duty activities, and the latest band update. NASA …
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The CHAPEA 2 crew shares the latest updates after four months into their simulated Mars mission, including life inside the habitat, holiday celebrations, off-duty activities, and the latest band update. NASA experts discuss how CHAPEA simulates Mars spacewalks on Earth. Episode 423
The Artemis Accords
NASA’s Kathleen Karika and Kim Hurst discuss how the Artemis Accords are helping shape a safe, peaceful, and prosperous future for lunar exploration and beyond.
Artemis II: Backup Crew
NASA astronaut Andre Douglas and Canadian Space Agency astronaut Jenni Gibbons discuss their roles as the Artemis II backup crew, including their training and mission support. The pair reflects on the historic …
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NASA astronaut Andre Douglas and Canadian Space Agency astronaut Jenni Gibbons discuss their roles as the Artemis II backup crew, including their training and mission support. The pair reflects on the historic flight around the Moon. HWHAP 421
The Artemis II Astronauts
In this classic episode from 2023, we revisit the Artemis II crew reflecting on their first reactions to being selected, the journeys that led them there, and what exploration meant to them before their …
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In this classic episode from 2023, we revisit the Artemis II crew reflecting on their first reactions to being selected, the journeys that led them there, and what exploration meant to them before their historic mission. HWHAP 420
Telling Time on Other Worlds
Kevin Coggins, a leader in NASA Space Communications and Navigation program, explores the benefits and challenges of precision timekeeping on the Moon and Mars. HWHAP 419
Ascension: Looking Back at the Space Shuttle
Steven Hirshorn reflects on the Space Shuttle Program, the Space Shuttle Columbia accident, and the lessons learned that continue to shape human spaceflight. Episode 418
Artemis II: The Crew
The Artemis II crew discuss their paths to becoming astronauts and what it means to be part of NASA’s first crewed mission around the Moon in the Artemis campaign. This episode marks a special collaboration …
Show notes
The Artemis II crew discuss their paths to becoming astronauts and what it means to be part of NASA’s first crewed mission around the Moon in the Artemis campaign. This episode marks a special collaboration between Houston We Have a Podcast and NASA’s Curious Universe. HWHAP 417.
Artemis II: Bringing the Mission to You
The podcast team discusses how to watch and engage with the Artemis II mission, from launch coverage to real-time updates and beyond. HWHAP 416.
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