<p>Two of NASA’s most extraordinary trailblazers—Eileen Collins, the first woman to command a space shuttle, and Scott Kelly, record-breaking astronaut who spent a year in space—join for an unforgettable conversation about courage, resilience, and the future of exploration.</p><p>From the triumphs and challenges of breaking barriers in spaceflight to the critical role of mental toughness in high-stakes missions, Colonel Eileen Collins and Captain Scott Kelly offer an inspiring, behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to push beyond limits. </p><p>In a riveting exchange, they reveal the defining moments of their careers, from dealing with the heartbreaking loss of Columbia to their personal triumphs in NASA’s Return to Flight. Collins breaks new ground as a woman in a male-dominated industry, while Kelly’s leadership lessons remind us all of the strength found in resilience and diversity.</p><p>With humor, heart, and a high-energy “Speed of Sound” lightning round, these two legendary astronauts answer burning questions, reveal their boldest dreams for Mars, and challenge us all to think bigger, aim higher, and never stop exploring.</p>
Pioneering “Year-in-Space” astronaut joins the first female space shuttle pilot in NASA history
<ul><li><strong>Breaking Barriers, Pushing Limits: An Epic Conversation with Astronauts Eileen Collins and Scott Kelly</strong></li><li>Step into the cosmos with two trailblazers who shattered expectations—Eileen Collins, the first woman to command a space shuttle, and Scott Kelly, who spent nearly a year on the International Space Station. In a riveting exchange, they reveal the defining moments of their careers, from dealing with the heartbreaking loss of Columbia to their personal triumphs in NASA’s Return to Flight. Collins breaks new ground as a woman in a male-dominated industry, while Kelly’s leadership lessons remind us all of the strength found in resilience and diversity. With humor and humanity, they open up about the power of mental health support for adventurers—and why emotional well-being is as critical as rocket fuel.</li><li>Through a fun-filled “Speed of Sound” lightning round, the two astronauts share everything from their favorite space movies to their boldest dreams for Mars. As they look to the future of commercial spaceflight and the next giant leap for humanity, Collins and Kelly leave us inspired to think bigger, reach higher, and never stop exploring.</li></ul><p><br></p>