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Origin Stories Space PodcastEP14: Kim Macharia | EVONA Origin Stories Space PodcastFrom an arts background, Kim Macharia is a shining example of not taking 'no' for an answer and keeping focussed on her goals. Now Chair to the Board of Directors for Space Frontier Foundation and Executive Director for Space Prize, Kim explains how taking risks in the Space sector pays off.
2024-12-1646 min
Beyond Her Campus - Celebrating 15 YearsEmpowering Youth Through Space and Environmental StewardshipIn this episode of Beyond Her Campus, Julianne engages in an inspiring conversation with Kim Macharia, who is transitioning from her role as Executive Director to an Advisor at the Space Prize Foundation to launching her nonprofit, Brave Leap. Kim elaborates on Brave Leap's mission of fostering environmental stewardship through programs in space exploration, agriculture, and ocean advocacy. She recounts her unconventional path into the space industry, highlighting the critical role of community and passion in her journey. Kim shares her experiences with the NASA Space Apps Hackathon, the US ambassador to the UN, a...
2024-11-1134 min
T-Minus Space DailySES and Intelsat parting ways. NorthStar and Rocket Lab weighing parts.Intelsat and SES call off the merger. Anomaly affects the Otter Pup. A Russian hacker claims they’ve got Maxar satellite access if you have coin. SDA taps SAIC to make an app store for BMC3 LEO satellites - and yep we’ll translate that for you. NorthStar pivots from Virgin Orbit to Rocket Lab. NASA opens Earth Information Center. Ecuador joins the Artemis Accords. Danti unveils a search engine for geospatial data. And Kim Macharia, Executive Director at the Space Prize Foundation, joins us to discuss the space workforce.Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and...
2023-06-2231 min
Ufahamu AfricaEp. 174: A conversation with Maseke Rioba and Njuguna Macharia on the sport of debateToday's episode from fellow Maseke Rioba is a little different! Maseke interviews guest Njuguna Macharia about the sport of debate as a valuable development tool for African youth. Macharia is a lawyer, an experienced debater, and debate coach in Kenya. He speaks to the skills learned by debaters and how these tools benefit students beyond school. Find the books, links, and articles we mentioned in this episode on our website, ufahamuafrica.com.
2023-05-2735 min
Ingenious ThinkersDemocratizing & Diversifying The Space IndustryJoining us today is Kim Macharia, Executive Director at Space Prize, an organization empowering young women to participate in the growing space economy.
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2023-03-1727 min
The Astro Ben PodcastKim Macharia: Chair at the Space Frontier Foundation and Executive Director at Space Prize"Space Prize" seeks to promote universal space literacy and inspire the next generation of private astronauts by connecting private citizens with a thrilling range of astronaut, earthanaut and aquanaut experiences. In this episode, Ben and Kim discuss where the Space Prize is going next, the importance of mentorship and the role of science communication in inspiring the next generation of young women in Space! OUTLINE: Here's approximate timestamps for the episode. 00:16 Please rate and review the podcast! 01:06 Kim Macharia 01:46 Space Prize 04:54 The Pipeline Problem
2023-02-0334 min
The Leadership, Equity, and Wellness PodNetworking, Mentorship & Vulnerability with Kim MachariaKim serves as the Executive Director of the Space Prize Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to empowering young gender minorities to participate in the growing space economy. She began her career managing community relations for start-ups in working on a range of projects including space situational awareness and private spaceflight. She has had the privilege of representing these companies at international events including the UN World Space Forum. Throughout her career she has made a concerted effort to advocate for marginalised communities and create pathways for non-traditional actors to engage in the growing space economy.
She is also...
2022-08-2648 min
Celestial CitizenSpace to LearnOn this week's episode, we’re joined by Kim Macharia to talk about diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in the space industry, as well as space communication and educational opportunities for young people. We'll also cover the latest from Space Prize and Space Frontier Foundation.Kim serves as Executive Director of the Space Prize Foundation, a nonprofit organization focused on promoting STEM education and increasing the representation of women in aerospace careers. She began her career managing community relations for startups in working on a range of projects including space situational awareness and private spaceflight. She has had t...
2022-06-1644 min
UNSUGARCOATED with AaliaE79 Kim Macharia on Democratizing Space: Everyone Deserves The ChoiceIn Episode 79, we are joined by Kim Macharia, an influential woman breaking gender and racial barriers within the Space Industry, and a very special guest co-host, Jamie DuBose. Kim talks with our ladies about contributing all of her time to continuing to diversify and democratize the white male-dominated industry. Aalia and Kim talk about being powerful women in these industries and drop gems about how confidence in your abilities can bring you places your anxieties could never! However, we could not skip over the essential conversation about the current state of Roe v. Wade's decision and its impact on women...
2022-06-0951 min
Before It HappenedDiversifying the Space Frontier with Kim MachariaDreaming of space is something many of us have done as kids, but as we grow up, we start to learn that there are only a few seats in every cabin, and not everyone is well represented in that group. Kim Macharia is the Executive Director of the Space Prize Foundation and Chairman of the Board of the Space Frontier Foundation. And it’s Kim’s personal mission to make it easier for women and people of color to work in the field. In this episode, we talk about how a space camp jacket and a screenplay led to the...
2022-05-1235 min
The Cosmic Companion - Astronomy, Space, Technology Advancing HumanityCelebrating Women in Science for Women's History Month - The Cosmic Companion 01 March 2022Welcome back to the Cosmic Companion. This is the first episode from our new studio, and I sure hope you all enjoy it.This week, we kick of Women's History Month by celebrating women in science. We have an amazing trio of guests, including science journalists Clare Fiesler and Gabby Salazar from National Geographic, and Kim Macharia, chair of Space Prize.We'll also take a look at three amazing women who changed the face of astronomy forever. Let's take off!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor...
2022-03-0240 min
On OrbitWhy Does the Space Industry Struggle with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace?Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives are transforming the modern workplace culture to more accurately reflect the reality of its workforce. It hasn't been an easy transition for today's fast-paced, high-tech global industries, especially compacted with the impact of COVID-19 on business operations. The increased focus on DEI is a natural result of the increasingly diverse modern workforce, the expansion of STEM education programs, globalization of the tech industry, increasing demand for young talent, and increased awareness of wage gaps between different demographic groups of people. The space industry has been addressing DEI workforce issues for...
2021-12-211h 03