Mission:Analog
Mission:Analog is a podcast hosted by Armenia's first analog astronaut, Hanna Harutyunyan. It focuses on analog space missions, which simulate space environments on Earth to prepare for real exploration. The show aims to inspire and educate the next generation of space explorers by sharing stories from simulated space environments and discussing the future of space exploration. Each episode brings listeners closer to the frontlines of space research and the people working to expand humanity's reach beyond Earth.
Эпизоды
Mission Possible: Dr. Eleonore Cassandra Poli on Leadership, Analog Missions, and Accessibility
In this episode, host Hanna, Armenia's first analog astronaut, hosted Dr. Eleonore Cassandra Poli, a material scientist, analog astronaut, and aspiring leader in the space industry. Dr. Poli holds a PhD in Material Science from the University of Cambridge and is currently the Founder and Project Leader of CHASM. She’s also a key Operations Team Member at the Swiss Space Museum, and a former Head o
Nutrition in Simulation: What Astronauts Eat in Analog Missions
In this episode, host Hanna, Armenia's first analog astronaut, hosted Christina-Ariadni “Aria” Valagkouti, an Analog Astronaut and Nutrition Expert. Christina holds a Master’s degree in Nutrition and Health with a specialization in Molecular Nutrition and Toxicology. She also did an analog mission at Astroland, which is the Analog Research Facility in Spain, where she explored the intersection of
From Balkans to Stars: Martina Dimoska’s Analog Mission Journey
In this episode, host Hanna, Armenia's first analog astronaut, hosted Martina Dimoska, the first female Balkan analog astronaut, Founder and President of the International Space Alliance, and a dedicated advocate for space exploration.How one woman turned challenges into opportunities, pioneering space access from the Balkans to the stars? Martina shares her journey into the world of analog missio
Spacesuits, Innovation, and Mars with Dr. Gernot Groemer: The Evolution of Analog Research
In this episode, host Hanna, Armenia's first analog astronaut, hosted Dr. Gernot Groemer, Director of the Austrian Space Forum, a TV host of TM Wissen, and an internationally recognized expert in Mars analog research, space exploration, and science communication.
Dr. Groemer shares his journey into Mars analog missions, the development of Europe’s first Mars spacesuit simulators, and the cutt
Lunar Simulations: Mechanical Engineering in Action
In this episode, host Hanna, Armenia's first analog astronaut, hosted Rajshekhar Peri, a mechanical and aerospace propulsion engineer and analog astronaut who participated in the lunar analog mission TITANIA.
Together, they delve into Raj’s path into aerospace propulsion, his inspiration for becoming an analog astronaut, and the pivotal experiments he carried out during his mission. Raj discusse
Building the Future of Space Exploration: A Conversation with Dr. Leszek Orzechowski
In this episode, host Hanna, Armenia's first analog astronaut, hosted Dr. Leszek Orzechowski, space architect, science communicator, the visionary CEO of Space is More, and the director of the LunAres Research Station, a premier analog habitat in Poland, simulating lunar and Martian conditions.
Together, they explore his journey in advancing space science, the transformative role of analog mis
Breaking Barriers: The First Wheelchair User Analog Astronaut
In this episode, host Hanna, Armenia's first analog astronaut, explores the journey of Tomas Ducai, the first wheelchair-user analog astronaut who participated in a two-week analog mission with Lunares Research Station in March 2024.
Thomas shares insights on his path to space science, his passion for inclusion in space exploration, and the unique challenges faced by astronauts with disabili
