# esa astronaut (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover esa astronaut. Page: Feed: --- ## [From Lab to Orbit: Turning Space Science into Reality](https://esaexplores.podbean.com/e/from-lab-to-orbit-turning-space-science-into-reality/) _2026-06-26 · ESA Explores_ Go behind the scenes at ESA’s European Astronaut Centre in Cologne, Germany, and discover how space experiments are prepared long before they reach orbit. Meet the ECOS team, as Deputy Manager Salvi Verma shares how they work with scientists, engineers and astronauts to turn ideas into real missions aboard the International Space Station. From early planning on the ground to supporting astronauts… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/rgypg45si9p6yxhj/ESA_Explores_ECOS_mixdownackx8.mp3) ## [The Voice in Orbit: Talking to Astronauts in Space](https://esaexplores.podbean.com/e/the-voice-in-orbit-talking-to-astronauts-in-space/) _2026-06-19 · ESA Explores_ Meet the voices astronauts hear in space. At ESA’s European Astronaut Centre in Cologne, Germany, the Eurocom team is the link between crew and ground, guiding astronauts like ESA astronaut Sophie Adenot through their daily work on the International Space Station. Join us as Eurocom expert Andreas Orth explains how complex operations are translated into clear, real-time communication and what it… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/m5g2k2e29wtzdbtb/ESA_Explores_Eurocomaf9ol.mp3) ## [Mission Control: Keeping Columbus Running 24/7](https://esaexplores.podbean.com/e/mission-control-keeping-the-iss-running-247-esa-explores/) _2026-06-12 · ESA Explores_ Step inside the Columbus Control Centre near Munich, in Germany, and discover what it takes to keep ESA's Columbus science laboratory running—24 hours a day, 365 days a year, as Columbus Flight Director Tristan Hermel takes us through how teams on the ground in mission control coordinate operations, support astronauts and work with international partners across the globe. See what life behind the… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/ie2wa825ggnaaqw5/ESA_Explores_Col_CC_FINAL8bg04.mp3) ## [Pablo Álvarez Fernández: Spacesuits, survival and spacewalk dreams](https://esaexplores.podbean.com/e/pablo-alvarez-fernandez-spacesuits-survival-spacewalk-dreams/) _2025-12-12 · ESA Explores_ Step inside astronaut training with ESA astronaut Pablo Álvarez Fernández as he shares his training journey from Cologne in Germany to Houston in the US. Discover what it’s like to wear a 145 kg spacesuit underwater, train for emergencies like fires and ammonia leaks and prepare for the ultimate astronaut dream: a spacewalk. Plus, Pablo talks about life in Houston, teamwork under pressure and… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/fk2f9peyduiuff3f/ESA_Explores_Pablo_Alvarez_Part_2aah8n.mp3) ## [ESA's Astronaut Reserve: Astro Chat with Carmen Possnig](https://esaexplores.podbean.com/e/esas-astronaut-reserve-astro-chat-with-carmen-possnig/) _2025-11-19 · ESA Explores_ Meet Carmen Possnig —medical doctor, space physiology researcher and ESA astronaut reserve member. In this episode, she shares how her time at Concordia Station in Antarctica and research into hypoxia and microgravity adaptation connect to future space habitats and missions. We talk about astronaut reserve training, winter survival in the snow and the human drive to explore. In this miniseries, we… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/6mvvaq36rh7m7ep2/ESA_Explores_Carmen_FINALbpef3.mp3) ## [ESA's Astronaut Reserve: Astro Chat with John McFall](https://esaexplores.podbean.com/e/esas-astronaut-reserve-astro-chat-with-john-mcfall/) _2025-11-03 · ESA Explores_ Meet John McFall – Paralympian, medical doctor and member of ESA’s Astronaut Reserve. As part of ESA’s groundbreaking FLY initiative, John is helping prove that physical disability is no barrier to space. In this episode, he shares the results of a feasibility study showing no technical showstoppers for flying to the International Space Station with a prosthesis and talks about what’s next—from… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/3nsifcw5di9dexkb/ESA_Explores_podcast_John_McFall89wkn.mp3) ## [ESA's Astronaut Reserve: Astro Chat with Meganne Christian](https://esaexplores.podbean.com/e/esa-astronaut-class-of-2022-astro-chat-with-meganne-christian/) _2025-10-10 · ESA Explores_ Meet Meganne Christian — With a PhD in industrial chemistry and hands-on experience in extreme environments, Meganne has tested graphene coatings in microgravity and led atmospheric research during winter-over missions at Concordia Station in Antarctica. Her career spans science, engineering and exploration — and now includes astronaut reserve training with ESA. In this miniseries, we take you on… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/hetmdshgihvbq2ib/ESA_Explores_Meganne_Christianmp38fglw.mp3) ## [Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski: Training for the Ignis mission](https://esaexplores.podbean.com/e/slawosz-uznanski-wisniewski-training-for-the-ignis-mission/) _2025-06-05 · ESA Explores_ As part of his preparations for the Ignis mission, which forms part of Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4) to the International Space Station, ESA project astronaut Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski is undergoing a comprehensive training programme. This training takes place at facilities around the world, including ESA, Axiom Space, NASA, SpaceX and JAXA. The programme includes emergency procedures, medical… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/v64he9jm4ugtb8jg/Slawosz_training_itw_Complete_mixdown_V1ahpv0.mp3) ## [ESA's Astronaut Reserve: Astro Chat with Aleš Svoboda](https://esaexplores.podbean.com/e/esa-astronaut-class-of-2022-astro-chat-with-ales-svoboda/) _2025-04-11 · ESA Explores_ Meet Aleš Svoboda — A skilled pilot with over 1500 flight hours, Aleš holds a PhD in aircraft and rocket technology and has commanded Quick Reaction Alerts. From flying high to training underwater, he’s always ready to take on new challenges—now including astronaut reserve training with ESA. In this miniseries, we take you on a journey through the ESA Astronaut Reserve, diving into the first part… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/77jk9icp6v4d4kx8/Ales_Svoboda_ESA_Explores_podcast_VR39sn10.mp3) ## [A Friend Gave You $30 (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/rCnx8DxA4heF) _2025-04-11 · **Sponsored**_ Sign up, deposit $5 within 30 days, and start investing with expert guidance. ## [ESA's Astronaut Reserve: Astro Chat with Amelie Schoenenwald](https://esaexplores.podbean.com/e/esa-astronaut-class-of-2022-astro-chat-with-amelie-schoenenwald/) _2025-04-04 · ESA Explores_ Meet Amelie Schoenenwald — biotechnologist, business expert, and PhD in structural biology. Whether in the lab or the great outdoors, she thrives in extreme environments, ready to embrace the adventure of ESA’s Astronaut Reserve. In this miniseries, we take you on a journey through the ESA Astronaut Reserve, diving into the first part of their Astronaut Reserve Training (ART) at the European… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/znw8d9aeem46jy7j/ESA_explores_Amelie_Schoenenwald_edit_complete_podcast_HD_vr4_16qn1p.mp3)