Chasing the Moon, PBS documentary

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The discussion highlights the recognition of significant contributions by women and people of color in NASA's space exploration programs, particularly through the documentary "Chasing the Moon." It emphasizes figures like Poppy Northcutt, a Return to Earth Specialist, and Clyde Foster, who played a vital role in diversifying NASA. The programs aim to shed light on these "Hidden Figures" and their impact on the Apollo missions. Viewers express appreciation for the documentary's portrayal of these contributions. Overall, the conversation underscores the importance of acknowledging diverse contributions in the history of space exploration.
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We're now familiar with the Hidden Figures within NASA's space exploration programs.

Another program explores further contributions (2019).
https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/americanexperience/films/chasing-moon/?feature_filter=All

The Women Who Brought Us the Moon
https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/americanexperience/features/chasing-moon-women-who-brought-us-moon/

Poppy Northcutt: Return to Earth Specialist
https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/americanex...moon-poppy-northcutt-return-earth-specialist/

Another Hidden Figure: Clyde Foster Brought Color to NASA
https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/americanex...idden-figure-clyde-foster-brought-color-nasa/
 
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