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Rejecting Dr. Mae Jemison (The First Woman of Colour to Fly in Space)

2021/6/15
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We Regret To Inform You: The Rejection Podcast

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In 1992, Dr. Mae Jemison became the first woman of colour to ever fly in outer space. A remarkable and historical achievement. But her journey to the stars wasn’t without turbulence. Jemison’s dream to break down barriers and succeed in a white male-dominated field was balked at, every step of the way. Her grit, resilience and determination are out of this world.

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