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Astronaut Explains Gravity, Alien Life, & Space Travel | Chris Hadfield

Astronaut Explains Gravity, Alien Life, & Space Travel | Chris Hadfield

UNTAPPED with Spencer Matthews
Dec 15, 2025 42 min
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<p>Astronaut, explorer, and former ISS Commander Chris Hadfield takes us beyond the boundaries of Earth, offering rare insight into fear, purpose, and the discipline required to operate at the edge of human capability.</p><br><p>What prepares someone to step into the void of space? Chris reflects on the profound perspective of spacewalks, the power of competence to quiet fear, and the life-shaping clarity that comes from seeing our planet from 400km above. He also digs into the realities behind the dream, embracing small wins, taking responsibility for every decision, and confronting the unknown with deliberate action.</p><br><p>This episode is an unfiltered look at what it means to pursue the extraordinary, where curiosity becomes fuel, preparation becomes courage, and every step forward reveals a deeper understanding of ourselves and our place in the universe.</p><br><p>Chris Hadfield's cold war thriller 'Final Orbit' is out now: https://hppod.co/final-orbit</p><br><p>---</p><br><p>Eight Sleep 👉 Untap your full potential, starting with your sleep. Use code UNTAPPED for up to £400 off the Pod 5 Ultra: https://highpfrmc.com/UT-EightSleep-AU</p><br><p>Hive 👉 Take control of your home energy - smart, simple, and built for you: https://highpfrmc.com/ut-hive-au&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><br><p>Heights 👉 Stay sharp like Spencer. 20% off Heights with code UT20: https://highpfrmc.com/20&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><br><p>WHOOP 👉 Join Spencer in untapping your own potential with 1 month free here:&nbsp;https://highpfrmc.com/Whoop-au&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><br><p>Visit Seattle 👉Start planning your perfect summer of football by searching Visit Seattle on social media, or discover more at:</p><p>https://highpfrmc.com/visitseattle-ut-au</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

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