© 2026 WOSU Public Media
Play Live Radio
Next Up:
0:00
0:00
0:00 0:00
Available On Air Stations

Tech Tuesday: Former astronaut Kathryn Sullivan, the first American woman to walk in space

Former astronaut Kathryn Sullivan is the first American woman to walk in space. She’s also the first woman to dive to the lowest point on Earth.
Provided
Former astronaut Kathryn Sullivan is the first American woman to walk in space. She’s also the first woman to dive to the lowest point on Earth.

NASA plans to blast a crew back to the moon any day now, with Wednesday marking the earliest possible launch window.

It’s been more than 50 years since the last moon mission, and the Artemis Two crew is the most diverse to orbit the lunar surface.

When it comes to breaking barriers and records, former astronaut and current central Ohio resident Kathryn Sullivan knows a thing or two about that.

The first American woman to walk in space, she’s also the first woman to dive to the lowest point on Earth.

She joins us for this week's Tech Tuesday to talk about the evolving role of women in space, her adventures under the sea and how she’s educating a new generation of thrill seekers.

We'll also discuss the significance of the recent Meta verdict.

Guests:

If you have a disability and would like a transcript or other accommodation you can request an alternative format.

Stay Connected