EPISODE · Sep 11, 2024 · 11 MIN
Exploring space: One astronauts experience
from Idaho Matters · host Boise State Public Radio
NASA astronaut Steve Swanson, Expedition 37 backup crew member, attired in a Russian Sokol launch and entry suit, takes a break from training in Star City, Russia to pose for a portrait.(Gagarin Cosmonaut Training Center / Flickr)Have you ever wondered what it would be like to visit space?Well, Dr. Steve Swanson has a pretty good idea. He's been there three times, serving different missions, one of which included a long stay on the International Space Station.He and two other astronauts will be sharing their experiences at a special event on Thursday, Sept. 12 hosted by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute in Boise. And Dr. Swanson joined Idaho Matters for a preview.
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NASA astronaut Steve Swanson, Expedition 37 backup crew member, attired in a Russian Sokol launch and entry suit, takes a break from training in Star City, Russia to pose for a portrait.(Gagarin Cosmonaut Training Center / Flickr) Have you ever wondered what it would be like to visit space? Well, Dr. Steve Swanson has a pretty good idea. He's been there three times, serving different missions, one of which included a long stay on the International Space Station. He and two other astronauts will be sharing their experiences at a special event on Thursday, Sept. 12 hosted by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute in Boise. And Dr. Swanson joined Idaho Matters for a preview.
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