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    • Discover the wonders of aviation and space anytime, anywhere, with our on-demand videos and programs. On-demand content for learners includes our regular STEM in 30 (for middle school viewers), Live Chats, and Story Time programs (for early childhood audiences), plus tons of educational videos. Learners of all ages will enjoy our AirSpace podcast series and recordings of past lectures and programs. 

    You can also reserve virtual experiences for your school group or check our calendar for upcoming events that will be presented online.
    Stories
  • Stories
  • All stories
  • Deep dives
    • Topics
  • Topics
  • Aviation
  • Spaceflight
  • Astronomy
  • Behind the scenes
  • People
  • Records and Firsts
  • Science
  • Society and Culture
  • Technology and Engineering
  • War and Conflict
    • Collections
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  • About the collection
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    • On demand
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    • For researchers
  • For researchers
  • Archives
  • Fellowships
  • Library
  • Publications
  • Reference services
  • Smithsonian Planetary Image Facility
  • Research projects
  • Staff profiles

    • Discover the wonders of aviation and space anytime, anywhere, with our on-demand videos and programs. On-demand content for learners includes our regular STEM in 30 (for middle school viewers), Live Chats, and Story Time programs (for early childhood audiences), plus tons of educational videos. Learners of all ages will enjoy our AirSpace podcast series and recordings of past lectures and programs. 

    You can also reserve virtual experiences for your school group or check our calendar for upcoming events that will be presented online.

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    A video with a NASA astronaut discussing the effects that space has on a human.
    Scientist or Guinea Pig: Science In Space - STEM in 30
    November 16, 2016
    A video from the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta surrounding the science and history of air balloons.
    STEM in 30 - A Sky Full of Color: Live from the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta
    October 06, 2016
    A video discussing the impacts of Star Trek on modern technology.
    Star Trek: Science Fiction to Science Fact - STEM in 30
    September 16, 2016
    A video discussing the history and science of hot air balloons.
    Geek Moment with Balloons and STEM in 30
    September 13, 2016
    A video discussing the construction of the Mars Rover and the science experiments performed by the Mars Rover.
    Mars Rovers with STEM in 30
    September 02, 2016
    A video SR-71 covering the Blackbird and its importance in reconnaisance.
    The SR-71 Blackbird with STEM in 30
    September 02, 2016
    Marty Kelsey geeks out of Star Trek communicator devices.
    Geek Moment with Star Trek and STEM in 30
    August 18, 2016
    A video explaining moon rocks and how they compare to the composition of Earth.
    Moon Rocks with STEM in 30
    June 02, 2016
    A video explaining the science and use of helicopters
    Copters, Choppers and the Phrog: The Science of Vertical Flight
    May 16, 2016
    A lesson about the science behind kites and their importance to aviation history.
    Kites - STEM in 30
    May 02, 2016
    A discussion about the Tuskegee Airmen and their impact on World War II and desegregation as a whole.
    WWII and Tuskegee Airmen - STEM in 30
    March 30, 2016
    A video discussing the Viking Lander, one of the first spacecraft to land on Mars.
    STEAM Second with the Viking Lander and STEM in 30
    March 15, 2016
    Podcast AirSpace

    Discover unexpected stories from the National Air and Space Museum. The AirSpace podcast is a place for you to discover news, entertainment, and inspiration in the sky. In other words, aspirational stories about defying gravity—whether you’re an avid aviation geek, space cadet, or just somebody who loves great content about smart topics that’s a little different from what you normally expect to see.

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