Episode 53: Kjell Lindgren (NASA Astronaut & Backup Pilot For The SpaceX Demo-2) On Falcon9 Launch & The International Space Station

NASA astronaut Kjell Lindgren, backup pilot for the first commercial crew launch on the SpaceX Falcon9, talks about the historic moment in space travel and his journey to the International Space Station as part of Expedition 44/45.NASA's coverage of the SpaceX launch can be seen here.Please support more conversations like this by hitting the subscribe button, checking out our sponsors, and leaving a quick review on Apple Podcasts.[Our usual home Smile To Go has been forced to shut doors during this current pandemic, support their staff during this difficult time by visiting here][Great Adventures is proudly fueled by WhistlePig Whiskey and Hanah One.]Let me know who you want to hear from next. Look out for upcoming episodes with survivalist Mykel Hawke, Navy SEAL Jocko Willink, photographer Chris Burkard, actor Jeremy Irvine, CEO of Conservation International Dr. M Sanjayan…CONNECT WITH US ON SOCIAL MEDIA:Charles’ Instagram / Charles’ TwitterGreat Adventures Instagram / Great Adventures TwitterKjell's Instagram / Kjell's TwitterRELEVANT LINKS:NASA's WebsiteKjell's Page On NASA's WebsiteClosing song: "Look Alive" by Guster.*Our world is going through an unprecedented event with the Coronavirus, but we at "Great Adventures" and our sponsors believe that it is not a time to go quietly into the night, we must continue to dream and explore while staying safe, social distancing and isolating when necessary. There are still adventures to be had, and for some, getting outdoors is the best thing for our mental and physical health right now. The episodes will continue to drop, please send us any feedback, and anyone that you would like to hear from.*Thanks for listening.Charles.