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Ep 311: Reaching for the Stars With Anousheh Ansari, Astronaut and CEO of XPRIZE

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In this episode of Diverse, engineer, entrepreneur, and space explorer Anousheh Ansari sits down with SWE Executive Director and CEO Karen Horting.

As the first female private space explorer, Anousheh shares her extraordinary journey, delving into how her problem-solving engineering skills have shaped her path, as well as her unforgettable experiences in space that transformed her perspective on global challenges.

She also shares insights on risk-taking, adaptability, and the invaluable lessons learned from failures.

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Duration: 00:37:30
Release Date: April 15, 2025

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