The Overview Effect: Seeing Earth with the Whole Universe in the Background

Christina Koch, appearing with her Artemis II mission crewmates Victor Glover, Reid Wiseman and Jeremy Hansen, tells Stephen about the flood of emotions that can accompany an astronaut’s view of Earth from space, a sensation that is known as The Overview Effect.

#Colbert #NASA #Astronauts #ArtemisII

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[scottcampbell]

This was unexpectedly emotional. I can only imagine how people felt in the 60s when it was about to happen for the first time. These astronauts are inspiring.

[audreymuzingo]

Soooo classy to have this amazing group as guests. There's so much more to life than celebrities and politicians!

[yashcfc]

One of the best interviews ever done on late-night show history. Truly remarkable.

[allim]

Hearing Christina Koch talk about the overview of Earth was really lovely. She has a perspective I wish we all could benefit from.

[newhorizonsforfifty]

Something that gives me hope in humanity again.

[karlay]

Now that was one of the best answers I have ever heard - Bravo to Christina 🙌🏻👏🏻 - wish them luck. I loved this interview 👏🏻🙌🏻

[IndySidhu]

This interview actually lifted me today, we now have a bunch of *space-faring humans ready to go! As an Engineer, having a background in physics, mathematics and mechanics as well as being into the cosmos and astrophysics as a child this is so nice to see again at my age of 34. I cannot wait for the crew of Artemis II to the next generation of voyagers. This is genuinely made me so happy to see today.

[heizoumain]

the way Christina described what it feels like watching the Earth is utterly beautiful

[aninewforest]

"We are way more alike than we are different." Well said. Also true of other forms of life on earth. Plants, animals...we are all kin.

[rosy]

I love how Christina Koch described earth's atmosphere from away. Beautifully put. I teared up a little.

[sarahj]

I almost cried when she was describing earth from space. I can almost picture the wonder and awe you must feel seeing how the earth and the universe is bigger than any one of us. Just incredible stuff

[Stiffdistantandweird]

Christina’s words were reminiscent of Carl Sagan’s Pale Blue Dot. She’s experienced that feeling fully….I cannot imagine what that must feel like

[randigilmer]

Has a Canadian I’m very proud to see Jeremy represent us. Well done and thank you America

[jbtpa]

At 68 yo this was a regular part of my childhood. So many missions on a regular basis. Thrilled to see this again. The exponential progression of technology is amazing!

[clevergirl]

About time we returned: together as one people, and to stay for good!
Go Artemis 2!

[Stierenkloot]

The late show truly showcases the best side of humanity. I am grateful.

[caltrask]

What a great group of guests. I look forward to seeing more of them as they prepare to launch into space. Thanks for having them on the show!

[youngimperialistmkii]

This is the kind of thing that makes me an optimist.

[eddiehomesick]

She Explained that so well a tear came out my eye cause of how well she painted a picture in my head. I like how she said were a lot more alike then we think . Our universe is truly amazing. Who knows what gods plan truly is for us im just so thankful we got to experience it with our own eyes ..life .

[marmac]

This Group sure seems to get along well together & have the temperaments & sense of humor that will definitely serve them well!