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Houston We Have a Podcast

NASA Johnson Space Center

The official podcast of NASA’s Johnson Space Center — in-depth conversations with the astronauts, scientists, and engineers behind human spaceflight.

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S1 · E435National Lab 15The ISS National Laboratory celebrates 15 years of advancing science in space as Patrick O’Neill reflects on its beginnings, accomplishments, and future. Episode 435Aug 28 · 47 min
S1 · E434Artemis III TrainingNASA Artemis III Chief Training Officer Debbie O’Connell discusses how the crew is preparing for one of NASA’s most challenging missions yet. Episode 434Aug 21 · 38 min
S1 · E433Callsign White FlightFormer NASA flight director Gene Kranz reflects on his career, leadership, legacy, and lessons for the future of human space exploration. Episode 433Aug 14 · 1h 6m
S1 · E432ISS Results: Stem Cells in SpaceDr. 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 432Aug 7 · 55 min
S1 · E431CHAPEA 2: Audio Log 3NASA’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 431Jul 31 · 53 min
S1 · E430ISS Results: Materials ScienceKim 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.Jul 24 · 50 min
S1 · E429Artemis II Lunar ScienceWe 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.Jul 17 · 1h 6m
S1 · E428Space Runs in the FamilyNASA astronaut Anil Menon discusses his journey ahead of his first spaceflight to the International Space Station aboard Soyuz MS-29. Episode 428.Jul 10 · 34 min
S1 · E427ISS Results: WayfindingDr. 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.Jun 26 · 57 min
S1 · E426Meet Artemis IIIThe 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.Jun 12 · 52 min
S1 · E425The Future of Deep Space CommunicationsNASA 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.Jun 5 · 51 min
S1 · E424AI at NASANASA Acting Chief Data and AI Officer Kevin Murphy discusses how artificial intelligence is supporting missions, research, and the future of human spaceflight. Episode 424.May 29 · 35 min
S1 · E423CHAPEA 2: Audio Log 2The 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 simulMay 22 · 1h 6m
S1 · E422The Artemis AccordsNASA’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.May 15 · 54 min
S1 · E421Artemis II: Backup CrewNASA 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 May 8 · 1h 1m
S1 · E420The Artemis II AstronautsIn 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 420May 1 · 1h 32m
S1 · E419Telling Time on Other WorldsKevin Coggins, a leader in NASA Space Communications and Navigation program, explores the benefits and challenges of precision timekeeping on the Moon and Mars. HWHAP 419Apr 24 · 46 min
S1 · E418Ascension: Looking Back at the Space ShuttleSteven Hirshorn reflects on the Space Shuttle Program, the Space Shuttle Columbia accident, and the lessons learned that continue to shape human spaceflight. Episode 418Apr 17 · 1h 6m
S1 · E417Artemis II: The CrewThe 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 PodcastMar 27 · 1h 5m
S1 · E416Artemis II: Bringing the Mission to YouThe podcast team discusses how to watch and engage with the Artemis II mission, from launch coverage to real-time updates and beyond. HWHAP 416.Mar 20 · 58 min
S1 · E415Air Force Rescue and RecoveryThe First Air Force Detachment 3 discusses their long-standing partnership with NASA supporting astronaut rescue and recovery operations from Mercury to Artemis. HWHAP 415.Mar 13 · 58 min
S1 · E414Science in SpaceDr. Lisa Carnell, division director for NASA’s Biological and Physical Sciences, breaks down how research in microgravity, the Moon, and Mars can transform what we know about biology and physics. HWHAP 414.Mar 6 · 49 min
S1 · E413Low Earth Orbit and BeyondNASA leaders Dana Weigel and Robyn Gatens reflect on more than 25 years of continuous human presence aboard the International Space Station and discuss how the orbiting laboratory is paving the way for Artemis, the Moon, and eventually MarsFeb 27 · 58 min
S1 · E412Around the World for 25 YearsNASA leaders Joel Montalbano and Ryan Landon reflect on 25 years of continuous human presence aboard the International Space Station and the international cooperation that made it possible. HWHAP 412.Feb 20 · 41 min
S1 · E411CHAPEA 2: Audio Log 1The CHAPEA Mission 2 crew members share their first audio log from inside the Mars analog habitat, with additional insight from CHAPEA co-investigator Dr. Suzanne Bell. HWHAP 411.Feb 13 · 56 min
S1 · E410Crew-12The four crew members of NASA’s SpaceX Crew-12 discuss their backgrounds, training, and upcoming mission to the International Space Station. HWHAP 410.Feb 6 · 1h 3m
S1 · E409A Place in Space to Call Home: Part 2NASA astronaut Mark Vande Hei reflects on his time aboard the International Space Station and what it means to call space home in Part 2 of this ISS25 episode. HWHAP 409.Jan 30 · 44 min
S1 · E408Artemis II: RecoveryArtemis II landing and recovery director Lili Villarreal discusses how NASA and its partners recover the Orion spacecraft and its four astronauts after splashdown in the Pacific Ocean. HWHAP 408.Jan 23 · 42 min
S1 · E407A Place in Space to Call Home: Part 1NASA astronaut Tracy Dyson reflects on her career aboard the International Space Station and what 25 years of continuous human presence in space means for the future of exploration. HWHAP 407.Jan 16 · 1h 1m
S1 · E406The Evolution of the LaboratoryInternational Space Station leaders Laura Shaw and Jennifer Buchli discuss the science, discoveries, and innovations that have defined nearly 25 years aboard the orbiting laboratory. HWHAP 406.Dec 19, 2025 · 43 min
S1 · E404Building the International Space StationFormer ISS program manager and Axiom Space co-founder Michael Suffredini reflects on the ambitious path to building the International Space Station and the lessons learned from a decade of leadership. HWHAP 405.Dec 12, 2025 · 1h 11m
S1 · E404CHAPEA Mission 2The CHAPEA Mission 2 crew discusses their backgrounds and preparations for their upcoming yearlong analog Mars mission inside the Mars Dune Alpha habitat at NASA’s Johnson Space Center. HWHAP 404.Dec 5, 2025 · 60 min
S1 · E403Positive ImpactsNASA astronaut Chris Williams shares his journey exploring the early universe, cancer treatment techniques, and astronaut training before his first mission to the International Space Station. HWHAP 403.Nov 21, 2025 · 24 min
S1 · E402On a Desert Island with the 2025 Class of Astronaut CandidatesNASA’s all-American 2025 astronaut candidates share a little about themselves by playing a fun icebreaker game. HWHAP 402.Sep 26, 2025 · 1h 14m
S1 · E401Artemis II: LaunchNASA Artemis II launch director Charlie Blackwell-Thompson shares her path to the console and what it takes to launch the first crewed Artemis mission to the Moon. HWHAP 401.Sep 12, 2025 · 46 min
S1 · E400Advancing NASAActing NASA Administrator Sean Duffy joins us for our milestone 400th episode to share his journey and vision for advancing NASA into the future. HWHAP 400.Sep 5, 2025 · 33 min
S1 · E399A Record-Breaking AstronautNASA astronaut Suni Williams reflects on her recent record-breaking mission on board the International Space Station. HWHAP 399.Aug 29, 2025 · 52 min
S1 · E398Artemis II: The Orion SpacecraftActing Vehicle Integration Office Manager for NASA's Orion Program Chris Edelen discusses the spacecraft that will carry astronauts around the Moon on Artemis II. HWHAP 398.Aug 22, 2025 · 48 min
S1 · E397The Art of Astronaut PhotographyNASA astronauts Don Pettit and Matt Dominick share their experiences capturing stunning photography from the International Space Station. HWHAP 397.Aug 15, 2025 · 1h 20m
S1 · E396Lunar Surface ResearchNASA project scientists Maria Banks and Sue Lederer revisit recent Commercial Lunar Payload Services missions and discuss research on the Moon. HWHAP 396.Aug 8, 2025 · 47 min
S1 · E395Constructing NASA InfrastructureUSACE Chief Historian John Lonnquest shares the legacy of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and their role in building NASA’s spaceflight infrastructure. HWHAP 395.Aug 1, 2025 · 41 min
S1 · E393Artemis II: The MissionNASA’s Artemis II Flight Director Jeff Radigan shares what it takes to lead the first human mission of the Artemis program around the Moon. HWHAP 394.Jul 25, 2025 · 46 min
S1 · E393Crew-11NASA’s SpaceX Crew-11 quartet each dive into their paths to space and what lies ahead aboard the International Space Station. HWHAP 393.Jul 18, 2025 · 1h 23m
S1 · E390Ask an Astronaut on Our AnniversaryHouston We Have a Podcast celebrates eight years! Three astronauts from the agency’s most recent class discuss their first year of training and answer questions from our listeners. HWHAP 392.Jul 11, 2025 · 38 min
S1 · E391Mars is Hard. Here's Why.NASA astronaut Stan Love discusses the challenges of sending humans to Mars and what it will take to get us to the Red Planet. HWHAP 391.Jun 27, 2025 · 46 min
S1 · E390Exploration ParkTwo NASA experts talk about Exploration Park, a research facility near Johnson Space Center will enable collaboration with the agency on space hardware development. HWHAP 390.Jun 20, 2025 · 39 min
S1 · E389Runway to the StarsA NASA aircraft operations expert discusses the aviation history and work being done at Ellington Field in Houston as a training ground for astronauts. HWHAP 389.Jun 13, 2025 · 35 min
S1 · E388Private Astronaut Mission ManagementNASA and Axiom Space mission managers discuss how they work together to enable private astronaut missions ahead of Axiom Mission 4’s launch. HWHAP 388.Jun 6, 2025 · 53 min
S1 · E387Mission Control: Eye of the StormA NASA Flight Director and Capsule Communicator, or CAPCOM, discuss their roles and journeys to some of the most recognizable positions in Mission Control. HWHAP 387.May 30, 2025 · 1h 2m
S1 · E386Moon Material FlammabilityTwo NASA experts discuss an experiment that will further our understanding of flame behavior on the lunar surface to keep astronauts safe. HWHAP 386.May 23, 2025 · 46 min

Source: Episodes via the show's public RSS feed · as of Sep 1, 2026 20:00 UTC

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