Captain Scott Kelly & Colonel Eileen Collins

Two of NASA’s most extraordinary trailblazers—Eileen Collins, the first woman to command a space shuttle, and Scott Kelly, record-breaking astronaut who spent a year in space—join for an unforgettable conversation about courage, resilience, and the future of exploration.

From the triumphs and challenges of breaking barriers in spaceflight to the critical role of mental toughness in high-stakes missions, Colonel Eileen Collins and Captain Scott Kelly offer an inspiring, behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to push beyond limits. 

In a riveting exchange, they reveal the defining moments of their careers, from dealing with the heartbreaking loss of Columbia to their personal triumphs in NASA’s Return to Flight. Collins breaks new ground as a woman in a male-dominated industry, while Kelly’s leadership lessons remind us all of the strength found in resilience and diversity.

With humor, heart, and a high-energy “Speed of Sound” lightning round, these two legendary astronauts answer burning questions, reveal their boldest dreams for Mars, and challenge us all to think bigger, aim higher, and never stop exploring.