In today's episode, Erin takes us on a journey from her childhood in Florida, where shuttle launches ignited her passion for space. From sewing Halloween costumes to studying mechanical engineering, Erin's diverse path led her to NASA and MIT. She shares the thrill of contributing to the Benefits for Humanity initiative, bridging the gap between science and the public. And, amidst her love for sewing, Erin weaves stories that bring scientists and their breakthroughs to life. Join us as we explore the cosmic tapestry of Erin's fascinating career and the unique threads that connect her love for space and storytelling. OUTLINE: Here’s approximate timestamps for the episode. 00:00 Intro to Episode - Erin Winick Anthony 00:58 Where Erin got her passion for space from 01:32 Shuttles going up, when you’re growing up! 02:39 Effects of seeing a launch 03:07 Journey to space 04:04 Working at NASA 05:50 Science Communication Officer for the ISS 07:20 Benefits of the ISS for humanity 12:01 Sewing 14:30 STEAM Power Media 15:30 Upcoming mission (breaking news!) 19:00 Going alone - challenges/most enjoyed moments! 21:00 Yep… she’s a Pinball Wizard 23:20 Other spacey idea’s 24:30 Attention to Artermis Program 27:10 Quick Fire Questions 31:15 Wrap Up & Socials Follow Erin Anthony X: https://twitter.com/erinwinick Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/erinwinick TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@erinwinick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erinwinick/ Medium: https://medium.com/@erinwinick Website: https://www.steampowermedia.com/ Stay connected with us! Use #Astroben across various social media platforms to engage with us! (NEW - YOUTUBE): www.youtube.com/@astrobenpodcast Website: www.astroben.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astrobenpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Gambleonit LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/astrobenpodcast/