Lina Borozdina, Ukraine

In this episode of Aspiring Martians, Joe sits down with Lina Borozdina for a conversation that is as honest as it is powerful.

Lina shares what brought her to space aboard Virgin Galactic, but this discussion goes far beyond the mechanics of spaceflight. Together, they explore the emotional reality of chasing a space dream in public and the resilience required to keep going in the face of dismissive, hurtful, and often cruel commentary from those who would rather see that dream disappear.

The conversation also touches on Lina’s deep commitment to inspiring the next generation of kids, the responsibility that comes with visibility, and the quiet strength demonstrated by women who refuse to make themselves smaller, even when the world asks them to.

It’s a vulnerable, moving conversation about courage, representation, and choosing to dream anyway.

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