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A Place in Space to Call Home: Part 1 - NASA

Dyson describes the ISS's shift from building to active use, emphasizing a laboratory-driven future.
Dyson recalls the early, chaotic yet pivotal moments of assembling the station with new configurations on each shuttle flight.
The interview highlights the critical Pump Module failure and the three-EVA effort to fix it.
Dyson describes life aboard as highly structured with a demanding pace, including two and a half hours of daily exercise.
Dyson shares personal mementos that made space feel like home, including a journal and family photos.
The discussion includes birthdays in space and a tradition of making special birthday cakes aboard the ISS.
Dyson recounts how she managed stress and grief, relying on faith, a support network, and ground-based medical teams.
The interview highlights the global teamwork and international partnerships enabling ISS operations.
Dyson emphasizes the emotional experience of viewing Earth from orbit, including unique lighting and star visibility.
She notes the impact of ground control on mission success and the daily planning conferences that shape work on orbit.
Dyson reflects on the station’s 25-year history as a symbol of international cooperation and human endurance.

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