A Heart For Space

A Heart For Space

Welcome to A Heart for Space, a podcast hosted by cardiologist, astronaut, and speaker Dr. Eiman Jahangir that explores the journeys of those who push beyond conventional limits to inspire you to pursue your own extraordinary dreams. Drawing from his own path—from immigrating to the United States as a young child to pursuing the astronaut dream for more than two decades—Dr. Jahangir leads thoughtful conversations with remarkable guests about perseverance, ambition, and the mindset required to achieve meaningful goals. Blending personal storytelling with practical insight, A Heart for Space invites you to strap in as we embark on this adventure beyond the stars, exploring what it truly takes to turn possibility into tangible reality. For more information visit https://AHeartForSpace.com

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July 7, 2026 38 mins
In today's episode, Dr. Eiman Jahangir is joined once more by his sister-in-law and TaskRabbit founder Leah Solivan to discuss the leap of faith that led to the platform's inception, and the unconventional path one must walk to risk being successful. Leah reflects on her decision to leave the stability of a successful career at IBM to pursue an idea she couldn't ignore. She shares the uncertainty of taking that leap, and how her me...
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This week on A Heart for Space, Dr. Eiman Jahangir embarks on an exploration of the power of curiosity, perseverance, and lifelong learning with explorer and former Explorers Club president Richard Wiese. Richard shares how a childhood filled with outdoor adventure and scientific curiosity helped shape a life dedicated to discovery. From climbing Mount Kilimanjaro at age eleven to producing award-winning television and leading one ...
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Dr. Eiman Jahangir is joined today by motivational speaker, author, and Guinness World Record holder Jon Pritikin to discuss the power of perseverance, self-worth, and the courage needed to move beyond the limitations others may place on us. Jon shares how growing up with speech and learning challenges led many people to underestimate his potential, including a teacher who told him he would never read, write, speak well, or graduat...
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In this episode of A Heart for Space, Dr. Eiman Jahangir sits down with Inspiration4 astronaut Chris Sembroski to discuss the life-changing experience of seeing Earth from space, the unexpected journey that led him there, and the deeper perspective he returned home with. Chris shares how a childhood fascination with rockets and astronomy eventually led him through the U.S. Air Force, aerospace engineering, Blue Origin, and ultimate...
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In today's episode of A Heart for Space, Dr. Eiman Jahangir is joined by his sister-in-law Leah Solivan as they engage in a deeply personal conversation about the experiences, relationships, and ambitions that have shaped Eiman's extraordinary journey. Moving beyond headlines and accomplishments, Eiman reflects on his upbringing as the child of immigrants and the early influences that drew him toward medicine, as well as his lifelo...
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April 28, 2026 10 mins
In this debut episode of A Heart for Space, Dr. Eiman Jahangir introduces the story behind his book and subsequent podcast—and the journey that led him here. A cardiologist by profession and the 704th individual to travel to space, Dr. Jahangir has spent his life navigating two very different paths: one defined by structure, the other by uncertainty. In this opening conversation, he reflects on what it meant to pursue a lifel...
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April 22, 2026 1 min
Welcome to A Heart for Space, a podcast hosted by cardiologist, astronaut, and speaker Dr. Eiman Jahangir that explores the journeys of those who push beyond conventional limits to inspire you to pursue your own extraordinary dreams. Drawing from his own path—from immigrating to the United States as a young child to pursuing the astronaut dream for more than two decades—Dr. Jahangir leads thoughtful conversations with r...
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