March 9, 2026 - International Women’s Day Celebrating Bridgit Mendler!

📄 SHOW NOTES — News Report with AidanEpisode 49: “International Women’s Day — Celebrating Bridgit Mendler’s Journey from Disney Star to Space CEO!”Release Date: Monday, March 9, 2026In today’s episode of News Report with Aidan, Aidan celebrates International Women’s Day, which took place on March 8. This global day honors the achievements of women in science, business, education, sports, and leadership. To highlight the theme of women shaping the future, Aidan spotlights Bridgit Mendler — once a Disney Channel star and now the CEO and co‑founder of Northwood Space, a fast‑growing satellite‑technology company.In 2026, Mendler’s company made major headlines by raising $100 million in Series B funding and securing a $49.8 million U.S. Space Force contract to modernize satellite communication systems. ---What Kids Will Learn- What International Women’s Day is and why it matters - How Bridgit Mendler went from actress to space‑tech CEO - Why satellite communication is important for science and national security - How women are leading in STEM fields - The basics of Women in STEM 101 ---Episode Summary for Young Listeners- International Women’s Day is celebrated every year on March 8 - It honors women’s achievements and encourages fairness and equal opportunities - Bridgit Mendler is now the CEO of Northwood Space, not just a former Disney star - Her company raised $100 million to build better satellite‑ground systems - Northwood Space also won a $49.8 million U.S. Space Force contract to upgrade the Satellite Control Network - Mendler is a modern example of women leading in science, technology, and innovation