In this episode of Manastu Space Podcast, we have Miss Ruchira Sawant, who as an educator and space science writer is leading through her passion driven efforts for creative innovation.Ruchira Sawant is a distinguished Space Educator and Scientific Communicator passionate about democratizing space science for Indian audiences. Through her compelling storytelling in regional languages and newspapers, she has inspired thousands to look up at the stars with wonder and understanding. Her work bridges the gap between India's groundbreaking space achievements and everyday person, proving that science communication is as crucial as the science itself.She is here to set and shape narratives, imparting a sense of independent thought and original creative thinking into young impressionable minds, school kids and local curious learners, and within their regional language.Her touch of authenticity and humble rootedness with the stories of her soil, she stands tall and class apart, as a next-door storyteller.Join us in this captivating conversation with Ruchira Sawant, renowned Space Educator and Scientific Communicator, as she reveals the untold stories behind India's space achievements and the art of making cosmic science accessible to every Indian.From discovering her readers on Mumbai trains to writing articles in mother tongues, Ruchira shares her unique journey of bridging the gap between complex space science and everyday people. This episode explores how storytellers breathe life into scientific achievements, the emotional connection behind KalamSat, and why space shouldn't be considered "alien" anymore.Featured in this episode:- How Rifath Sharook's team inspired from a gulab jamun - KalamSat, the world's lightest satellite (64g, 4cm cube)- Why writing science in regional languages creates deeper impact- The natural human connection between space exploration and our daily lives- Insights from working with legends like Dr. Kasturi Rangan and Mr. Srinivas Laxman- How Hollywood films like October Sky, First Man, and Gravity bring space closer to peopleTime Stamps:00:00 - Welcome to Manastu Space Podcast #101:00 - Future of Space from a storyteller's point of view1:55 - Bringing people to science3:00 - Starting with notable articles in newspapers5:00 - Finding my readers in train9:00 - Is Space an alien topic or a niche?10:30 - October Sky, First Man and Gravity: Great Space films by Hollywood11:35 - Journey of the People and natural connect14:15 - Making space 'accessible' for all mankind: A heartfelt anecdote18:00 - Dare to Dream with knowledge of science education19:50 - Getting inspired from a stranger's quality work20:50 - Articles written in mother-tongue have a unique impact22:35 - 'The Celestial Rendezvous' and 'From Gulab Jamun to the Stars'24:45 - KalamSat: World's lightest satellite (64g, 4cm cube) built by Space Kidz India, launched on NASA rocket in 201725:18 - How a Gulab Jamun inspired the smallest Satellite by Rifath Sharook and his team26:30 - Storytellers bring meaning and value to the work of scientists27:15 - Space Relationship with Mr. Srinivas Laxman28:25 - Advice from Dr. Kasturi Rangan29:15 - Magic of work lies in detailing and depth of research30:45 - Never underestimate the stories you put out for the universe to learn from🌍 Follow Manastu Space🔹Website: https://www.manastuspace.com/ 🔹LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/manastu-space/ 🔹Twitter/X: https://x.com/ManastuSpace 🔹Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manastuspace/ 🚀 The Manastu Space Podcast is India’s first in-house podcast by a space organization, bringing you deep-dive conversations with space-tech leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, and thinkers shaping the future of space and deep tech. 🔔Do like, share, and subscribe - leave your feedback in the comments.For Enquiries: raj.shrivastava@manastuspace.com