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Discover the inspiring journey of Alyssa Carson, a young astronaut-in-training, in this episode of 'Toxic Free with KB.' Host KB chats with Alyssa about her childhood fascination with space, which began with a cartoon and blossomed into a real-life pursuit of becoming an astronaut. Alyssa shares her experiences balancing everyday life with her passion for space, the significance of nurturing childhood interests, and the challenges she faced as a young woman in aerospace. Known as 'Blueberry,' Alyssa discusses overcoming fears like skydiving and her advocacy for STEM, especially for young women. The episode highlights Alyssa's role as a speaker inspiring the next generation of female scientists, the importance of combining fun with work, self-care practices, and tackling imposter syndrome. Tune in for an uplifting message of self-belief and resilience, encouraging you to follow your dreams and become your own trendsetter.
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This show is a Kilo Bravo Media production produced by Rainbow Creative with Kate Middleton and Matthew Jones as Executive Producers, Patrick Edwards as Director of Photography, Video and Audio Editor, and Malcolm Perry as Associate Producer & Social Media Manager.
00:00 Introduction to Alyssa Carson
00:44 Welcome to Toxic Free with KB
01:24 Alyssa's Journey to Becoming an Astronaut
03:11 The Spark of Interest in Space
04:37 Childhood Interests and Career Correlation
06:28 Fascination with Mars
11:21 Skydiving and Overcoming Fears
17:28 Women in Leadership and Role Models
25:52 Making Science Sexy: Fashion in the Lab
26:27 Challenges for Women in Aerospace
28:15 Encouraging the Next Generation
30:46 Branch Basics: A Mission for Healthy Homes
31:57 Space Food Evolution
39:50 Balancing Passion and Self-Care
45:15 Rapid Fire Questions and Final Thoughts
