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What does it take to keep chasing a dream after being told no 11 times?
In this episode of the GDA Podcast, Gail Davis and Kyle Davis sit down with astronaut José Hernández to hear his journey from growing up in a family of migrant farm workers to achieving his childhood dream of traveling to space.
José shares the people and experiences that shaped his path, the persistence it took to finally be selected by NASA on his 12th attempt, and what his journey taught him about education, perseverance, and taking calculated risks.
Key topics include:
- Growing up in a family of migrant farm workers
- The childhood moment that inspired José to become an astronaut
- The teacher who helped change the trajectory of his education
- Overcoming 11 NASA rejections before finally being selected
- What it takes to become an astronaut
- What launch and life in space actually feel like
- Why investing in science and technology matters
- Embracing technological change instead of being left behind
José’s story is a powerful example of what can happen when you stay committed to a dream, even when the path to achieving it isn’t easy.
Visit gdaspeakers.com to learn more about bringing José Hernández to your next event.
