
Legendary Women of Appalachia: Katherine Johnson, Her Hidden Figures
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In this inspiring episode, we honor the extraordinary life of Katherine Johnson — the groundbreaking mathematician whose brilliant calculations made some of NASA’s greatest missions possible. Born in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia, Katherine’s remarkable mind helped break barriers for both women and people of color in STEM careers.
We discuss her early life, education, and career, as well as her personal story — including her marriages, her children, and her deep love for learning. We also highlight her memoir, My Remarkable Journey, and explore the book and film Hidden Figures, which brought her incredible story to a global audience.
Katherine Johnson’s courage, determination, and genius continue to inspire future generations to dream bigger, reach higher, and never let obstacles define their limits.
🎧 Listen/watch now to learn how one woman’s work helped put humanity among the stars.
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