Dec. 07, 2012
Ask an Astronaut: Don Pettit and Jeff Hoffman on Spaceflight
Two astronauts answer your questions and discuss the many curiosities of living in space.
Jun. 29, 2012
Astronauts Prepare for Departure
We’ll check in with crewmembers on board the International Space Station, just days before several are scheduled to return to Earth after months in orbit.
Apr. 13, 2012
Living It Up In Space
Two NASA astronauts aboard the International Space Station talk about life and the view from 220 miles above Earth.
Apr. 10, 2009
Space Gadgets
Sure, astronaut ice cream is yummy -- but how do you sip your morning coffee in zero gravity?
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Michael Pollan Talks Plants and Food
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