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James R. Hansen: Exploring the Depths of Human Spirit and Achievement
Manage episode 435090542 series 2816219
Have you ever wondered what it takes to document the most pivotal moments in air, space, and exploration history? Join us for an exclusive conversation with renowned historian James R. Hansen as he shares his remarkable journey from an academic in the history of science and technology to a leading NASA historian. We'll uncover the meticulous efforts behind his acclaimed works, including the authorized biography of Neil Armstrong, First Man, and the probing investigation into the Challenger disaster, Truth, Lies, and O-Rings. Hansen's narrative is not just about historical events but also about resilience, adaptability, and seizing the right opportunities that have defined his career.
Hansen shores the gripping tales of two extraordinary adventurers, John Fairfax and Tom McLean, who undertook solo rows across the Atlantic in the late 1960s. Their stories, filled with contrasting approaches and unique backgrounds, capture the essence of human endurance and spirit.
Completely Mad: Tom McClean, John Fairfax, and the epic race to row solo across the Atlantic, James R. Hansen
Cutting For Stone, Abraham Verghese
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Kapitel
1. James R. Hansen: Exploring the Depths of Human Spirit and Achievement (00:00:00)
2. The Bookshop Podcast (00:00:10)
3. Dual Adventures (00:08:59)
4. Ocean Rowing Feats and Character (00:14:40)
5. Life and Death Challenges (00:22:07)
6. Uncovering Stories Through Oral History (00:31:20)
7. Incredible Ocean Rowing Feats (00:40:49)
8. Heroism and Ambition in Ocean Rowing (00:47:08)
276 Episoden
Manage episode 435090542 series 2816219
Have you ever wondered what it takes to document the most pivotal moments in air, space, and exploration history? Join us for an exclusive conversation with renowned historian James R. Hansen as he shares his remarkable journey from an academic in the history of science and technology to a leading NASA historian. We'll uncover the meticulous efforts behind his acclaimed works, including the authorized biography of Neil Armstrong, First Man, and the probing investigation into the Challenger disaster, Truth, Lies, and O-Rings. Hansen's narrative is not just about historical events but also about resilience, adaptability, and seizing the right opportunities that have defined his career.
Hansen shores the gripping tales of two extraordinary adventurers, John Fairfax and Tom McLean, who undertook solo rows across the Atlantic in the late 1960s. Their stories, filled with contrasting approaches and unique backgrounds, capture the essence of human endurance and spirit.
Completely Mad: Tom McClean, John Fairfax, and the epic race to row solo across the Atlantic, James R. Hansen
Cutting For Stone, Abraham Verghese
To Purchase Books in Australia, go to yourbookstore.io
Kapitel
1. James R. Hansen: Exploring the Depths of Human Spirit and Achievement (00:00:00)
2. The Bookshop Podcast (00:00:10)
3. Dual Adventures (00:08:59)
4. Ocean Rowing Feats and Character (00:14:40)
5. Life and Death Challenges (00:22:07)
6. Uncovering Stories Through Oral History (00:31:20)
7. Incredible Ocean Rowing Feats (00:40:49)
8. Heroism and Ambition in Ocean Rowing (00:47:08)
276 Episoden
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