Humans In Space, Culture, and Leadership w/ Dr. Michelle Hailey Director of Global Affairs at SolaMed Solutions

This week, we talk with the Director of Global Affairs at SolaMed Solutions - Dr. Michelle Hailey. We learn about her origin story of entering the space industry, meeting Dr. Saralyn Mark, and diving into this space industry of ours on Earth. We learn about space culture, international partnership, and another non-traditional pathway to entering the Space Workforce. So buckle up - and get ready for another episode of Today In Space and a People of Space segment with Dr. Michelle Hailey. Happy Holidays & Merry Christmas - let's dive in! Timestamps: 00:00 My thoughts on America's upcoming 2026 Space Missions and Human Health 02:22 Interview with Dr. Michelle Hailey, Director of Global Affairs at SolaMed Solutions 06:14 Dr. Haley's Origin Story and Career Journey 10:06 The Importance of Relationships and Networking in the Space Industry 14:02 Leadership and Cultural Intelligence in Space Exploration 27:01 The Role of SolaMed Solutions in Global Space Collaboration 39:10 Gender and Space: Addressing Gender-Specific Challenges in Space Exploration 43:28 The Space Conundrum and the Role of NASA We'd like to thank our sponsors: AG3D Printing (go to ag3d-printing.com to learn more & start 3D printing today!) Support the podcast: • Buy a 3D printed gift from our shop - Today In Space Merch: James Webb Space Telescope Model (3DPrinted) SpaceX Starship-Inspired Rocket Pen (3DPrinted) • Get a free quote on your next 3D printing project at • Donate at todayinspace.net

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Humans In Space, Culture, and Leadership w/ Dr. Michelle Hailey Director of Global Affairs at SolaMed Solutions is an episode from Today In Space by Alexander G. Orphanos.

This episode is 56:24 long.

This episode was published on Dec 25, 2025.

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