The Human Side of NASA | Turning Darkness into Light With Mike Ciannilli

The Business of Joy by Lisa W. Miller

Episode notes

“I’m going to need some tissues. It’s a difficult story… but a beautiful one… because we can turn darkness into light.” -NASA’s Michael Ciannilli

Season 7 launches today! 🎙 Big news coming tomorrow too!

Hint: It’s a space (pun intended 😉) to spotlight every guest, every story, and every spark of joy we uncover together.

This premiere is one of the most meaningful conversations I’ve ever had. It’s a journey from heartbreak to hope with a 30-year NASA veteran who helped lead the recovery of Columbia and turned tragedy into purpose.

After we recorded, Mike said something that reminded me why I love doing these: “I really enjoyed our discussion, Lisa. I must say once again, you’re a fantastic host who really brings out the person in the interview.”

Michael’s career took him from engineering and test directing rockets  ... 

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