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Space Minds: A legacy to help solve the space workforce pipeline

06/22/2026

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In this episode of Space Minds, David Ariosto talks with Mike Kincaid, president and chief executive of the Challenger Center. They discuss the space workforce pipeline and the center’s role in boosting STEM.

A legacy to help solve the space workforce pipeline

FROM THE CONVERSATION

David Ariosto: What is the main challenge you're trying to solve?

Mike Kincaid: STEM identity is the first thing that comes to mind. The kids can see themselves — "There's someone that looks like me, or something that acts like me, [and] I can succeed there." What we're trying to do is help a kid be able to see themselves [and say] "you know what, I can do that."

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