E102 - Astronaut Teacher Mike Mongo - To Infinity and Beyond!
Our latest guest is Mike Mongo, an astronaut teacher, Ted-x speaker, and author. Mike shares his journey and passion for space exploration. From a young age, Mike was fascinated by superheroes and space, which led him to pursue a career as an astronaut. He emphasises the importance of giving children permission to dream and explore their interests without limitations. Mike also discusses the value of embracing one's past selves and the joy of experiencing zero gravity in his training to become a commercial astronaut. Overall, his story highlights the power of imagination and the impact it can have on shaping our future. Watch his Ted Talk here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6RWL1UzHUx4&t=586sHead to Mike's website and find out more about the amazing work he does here: https://www.mikemongo.com/