Are We There Yet? podcast

The science behind space food and supporting tomorrow’s STEM leaders

5/12/2026

Are We There Yet?

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From 10-day moon missions like Artemis II, to months-long stays on the International Space Station, there’s a lot that goes into thinking about what foods to pack for those astronauts. Plus, the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation, founded by some of the original members of Mercury Seven astronauts, awards merit-based scholarships for STEM education.

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