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Marcos Pontes is a Brazilian Air Force pilot and AEB astronaut. He became the first South American and the first Lusophone to go into space. On November 26, 2019, he was bestowed the rank of Knight Commander of the Equestrian Order of Michael Archangel.
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Aptly titled "Shefik presents Invocation", the nationally syndicated radio show is a mesmerizing and thought-provoking journey through musical discovery and appreciation that spans the decades. The show is currently broadcast on over 20 terrestrial radio stations and frequencies throughout the United States. Each one-hour episode, executive-produced and hosted by media personality Shefik, highlights one relatable focal point (chosen by Shefik), along with an accompanying playlist of songs (curated by Shefik), encompassing a unique thematic concept that invigorates the audience with creative impact. Top recording artists, actors, business executives, politicians, community leaders, and other special guests are invited to offer their own commentary on the weekly topic, as a supplement to Shefik's engaging mindset. The radio show's online hub at invocation.co serves as a conduit for discussion of the show, while featuring related videos and auxiliary content. The journey continues right here and everywhere.
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Marcos Pontes | |
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| Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation | |
Incumbent | |
| Assumed office 1 January 2019 | |
| President | Jair Bolsonaro |
| Preceded by | Gilberto Kassab |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Marcos Cesar Pontes 11 March 1963 Bauru, São Paulo, Brazil |
| Political party | PSL (2018–present) |
| Other political affiliations | PSB (2013–2018) |
| Occupation | Fighter pilot, astronaut |
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| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  Brazil |
| Branch/service |  Brazilian Air Force |
| Rank |  Lieutenant colonel |
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| Status | Retired |
| Space career | |
| NASA astronaut | |
Time in space | 9d 21h 17m |
| Selection | 1998 NASA Group |
| Missions | Soyuz TMA-8, Missão Centenário, Soyuz TMA-7 |
Mission insignia |    |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Systems Engineering |
| Thesis | Polarization effects on infrared target contrast (1989) |
| Academic advisors | Alfred W. Cooper, David D. Cleary (thesis) |
| Website | www |
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Dr. Hassan Tetteh is a board-certified surgeon specializing in thoracic surgery, critical care, heart and lung transplantation, research and education. He is a member of the Washington Regional Transplant Community.
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Over the last 40 years, Chuck McDermott has left his musical mark on audiences on both coasts of the United States. Over the last few decades, he has devoted himself to energy and environmental policy issues, and working in government.
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Alvaro Alencar has over 140 records in his career spanning 20+ years. In this time, he has won 13 Latin Grammy Awards, over 25 Latin Grammy nominations, and over 30 platinum or gold certificates for CD and DVD sales, which total approximately 10 million.
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André Wallace is a City Council Member at Mount Vernon, New York. He is also the owner of a construction company, Creative Direction Construction & Design.
Twelve-year-old Douglas Baldeo was a principal cast member of the award-winning Broadway Musical, "Kinky Boots". Following his run in "Kinky Boots", he was cast as a vacation swing for "Motown the Musical" on tour.
