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Mar 2024
11m 48s

So You Want to be an Astronaut?

National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
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NASA is looking to recruit the next class of astronauts, and applications are open! The manager of NASA astronaut selection discusses the selection process and how to apply to an out-of-this-world career. HWHAP Episode 325.5.  
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