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Since its humble beginnings in 1962, visitors from across the globe have come to Hutchinson to discover the inspiration that can only be found at the Cosmosphere. Now, take a digital journey into history and science with The Cosmosphere Podcast.
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Episode 441: Skylab Reentry Live Recording
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This episode is jam-packed with awesome guests and Skylab reentry stories. Emily Carney, David Hitt, and Dwight Steven-Boniecki joined me to talk about all things Skylab, give it a listen! Emily Carney- Star Bound: A Beginner's Guide to the American Space Program, from Goddard's Rockets to Goldilocks Planets and Everything in Between By Emily Carne…
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Astronaut Steve Swanson’s Visit to the Cosmosphere (And a Renovation Update)
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Cosmosphere Links- Check out the Cosmosphere's incredible library of online content at LaunchNext. LaunchNext.org! You can see all of the upcoming events and more by checking the Cosmosphere calendar. Cosmosphere Calendar You can contact the Cosmosphere's Box office at 620-665-9312 for more information on upcoming events. The Heliophysics Big Year-…
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Episode 438: Catching Up While Astrid Catches Some Z’s
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The Space Shot Links- I'd love it if you could support the work I do here by checking out my website, Starlight and Gleam. Thank you for listening and I appreciate the support! Subscribe to The Space Shot on Substack for emails delivered directly to your inbox. Check it out here Let me know if you have any questions, email me at john@thespaceshot.c…
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Episode 437: Skylab 50th Extravaganza!
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This episode is jam-packed with awesome guests and Skylab stories. Emily Carney, David Hitt, and Dwight Steven-Boniecki joined me to talk about all things Skylab, give it a listen! Emily Carney- Space and Things- https://spaceandthingspodcast.com Emily Carney- Medium.com https://emilycarneyspace.medium.com David Hitt- https://davidhitt.net Homestea…
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Episode 436: Coffee at the Cosmo- Skylab at 50: Part 2
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It was amazing to be back at the Cosmosphere for this event. I chatted with David and Emily after the Coffee at the Cosmo and we talked a bit more about Skylab and human spaceflight. This episode also includes audio from Skylab 1 and 2, so give it a listen! Cosmosphere Links- Check out the Cosmosphere's incredible library of online content at Launc…
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Episode 435: Coffee at the Cosmo- Skylab at 50: Blazing the Trail for ISS, Artemis and Beyond
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It was amazing to be back at the Cosmosphere for this event. Having the opportunity to join Jack, Milt, Emily, and David was a treat for me. I hope you enjoy this episode! Drop me a line if you're ever in Kansas, I'm always happy to drop by the Cosmosphere for tours. (As long as I'm not busy with our baby and our schedules align haha) In this episo…
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In this episode Emily Carney, David Hitt, and John Mulnix, chat a bit more about Skylab, human spaceflight, and more. This episode also includes audio from Skylab 1 and 2, so give it a listen! Cosmosphere Links- Check out the Cosmosphere's incredible library of online content at LaunchNext. LaunchNext.org! You can see all of the upcoming events and…
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Skylab at 50: Blazing the Trail for ISS, Artemis and Beyond
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In this episode we're joined by Emily Carney, David Hitt, John Mulnix, and via Zoom, astronaut and Skylab 3 pilot Jack Lousma and Mission Control Flight Director, Milt Windler, for “Skylab at 50: Blazing the Trail for ISS, Artemis and Beyond.” This live conversation will covered the history of Skylab and the effect its creation has had on the space…
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Apollo's Amazing Folding Rover: Stories of the Sturdy LRV
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Cosmosphere’s curator Shannon Whetzel shares her newly rekindled enthusiasm for what may be the most under-appreciated piece of Apollo-era technology: the Lunar Roving Vehicle, or LRV. A foldable marvel affectionately known as the “Moon buggy,” the LRV allowed Apollo 15, 16, and 17 astronauts to push the frontier of human exploration by traversing …
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Episode 434: Gemini 4: America's First EVA (Mission Audio)
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In this episode, we catch up on life and what I've been reading/doing the past few months, then we climb into a Gemini capsule to listen to mission audio from Gemini 4. Enjoy! I'd love if you could support the work I do here by checking out my website, Starlight and Gleam. Thank you for listening and I appreciate the support! Subscribe to The Space…
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Episode 433: Coffee at the Cosmo- The Making of a Podcast Part 2
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Here's part 2 of the conversation between Emily Carney, Dave Giles, and John Mulnix. Emily Carney is a historian, writer, and United States Navy veteran. Dave Giles is a singer/songwriter from London, England who has always had a passion for space flight. Carney and Giles co-host "Space and Things" a weekly podcast devoted to the exploration of spa…
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Coffee at the Cosmo- The Making of a Podcast Part 2
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Coffee at the Cosmo- The Making of a Podcast Part 2 Here's part 2 of the conversation between Emily Carney, Dave Giles, and John Mulnix. Emily Carney is a historian, writer, and United States Navy veteran. Dave Giles is a singer/songwriter from London, England who has always had a passion for space flight. Carney and Giles co-host "Space and Things…
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Episode 432: Coffee at the Cosmo- The Making of a Podcast Part 1
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Join us for the first Coffee at the Cosmo of 2023! Emily Carney is a historian, writer, and United States Navy veteran. Dave Giles is a singer/songwriter from London, England who has always had a passion for space flight. Carney and Giles co-host "Space and Things" a weekly podcast devoted to the exploration of space, covering the past, present, an…
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We're back and it's 2023. Let's kick off the year with an episode discussing some of my favorite books I read last fall. There's a bit of SpaceX news at the beginning too, so give it a listen. I'd love if you could support the work I do here by checking out my website, Starlight and Gleam. Thank you for listening and I appreciate the support! Subsc…
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Coffee at the Cosmo- The Making of a Podcast Part 1
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Join us for the first Coffee at the Cosmo of 2023! Emily Carney is a historian, writer, and United States Navy veteran. Dave Giles is a singer/songwriter from London, England who has always had a passion for space flight. Carney and Giles co-host "Space and Things" a weekly podcast devoted to the exploration of space, covering the past, present, an…
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https://www.thenaturalfuneral.com/kathryn-morrell-mulnix/By John Mulnix
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Episode 429: The Cosmosphere Podcast: The V-2 Rocket
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Join us for the last episode of 2021- we cover some history of the V-2 and the newly reopened and renovated V-2 gallery at the Cosmosphere. Check out the Cosmosphere's brand new educational website- LaunchNext.org! There are incredible resources on this site and more content will be releasing in 2022. Check out the collections and content here. You…
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Join us for the last episode of 2021- we cover some history of the V-2 and the newly reopened and renovated V-2 gallery at the Cosmosphere. Check out the Cosmosphere's brand new educational website- LaunchNext.org! There are incredible resources on this site and more content will be releasing in 2022. Check out the collections and content here. You…
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Liberty Bell 7- The Peril and Promise of Space Exploration
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Join Cosmosphere CEO Jim Remar for a discussion of Liberty Bell 7 and the recovery of this historic spacecraft. Be sure to subscribe to the Cosmosphere Podcast and you'll never miss an episode. Learn more about Liberty Bell 7 and the Cosmosphere You can see all of the upcoming events and more by checking the Cosmosphere calendar. Cosmosphere Calend…
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Episode 428: Liberty Bell 7- The Peril and Promise of Space Exploration
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Be sure to subscribe to the Cosmosphere Podcast and you'll never miss an episode. Learn more about Liberty Bell 7 and the Cosmosphere You can see all of the upcoming events and more by checking the Cosmosphere calendar. Cosmosphere Calendar You can contact the Cosmosphere's Box office at 620-665-9312 for upcoming events.…
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Episode 427: Building Normentum with Robin Dickey
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Episode 426: Author Andy Weir and "Project Hail Mary"
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A huge thanks to author Andy Weir for joining us in this episode to talk about his new book, "Project Hail Mary." We also geeked out about other space and pop culture topics, so check out today's episode and enjoy! (Sorry for the duplicate upload- backend error) NEW: Subscribe to The Space Shot on Substack for emails delivered directly to your inbo…
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Episode 425: Exploring Ocean Worlds with Melissa Ugelow
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When you think of an ocean, Earth is probably what comes to mind. But our planet isn’t necessarily the only world with water. NASA notes that moons, dwarf planets and comets can sustain water in various forms, from ice to water vapor. There is a lot of excitement about moons that orbit Jupiter and Saturn, since some of these worlds potentially have…
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Jim Remar- Apollo 13: NASA's Most Successful Failure- Linda Hall Library Lecture Series
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Please visit the Linda Hall Library website for upcoming and past lectures. Linda Hall Events Linda Hall Main Page Be sure to subscribe to the Cosmosphere Podcast and you'll never miss an episode. You can see all of the upcoming events and more by checking the Cosmosphere calendar. Cosmosphere Calendar You can contact the Cosmosphere's Box office a…
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Episode 424: From Apollo to Artemis and Beyond- 2020 Update
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Check out an updated version of my Apollo to Artemis and Beyond chat. Also, be sure to get the PDF companion for this talk so you can see the pictures I reference in this episode. Thanks! Let me know if you have any questions, email me at john@thespaceshot.com. You can also call 720-772-7988 if you'd like to ask a question for the show. Send questi…
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Episode 423: This Week in Space History- April 13th to the 19th- Featuring Richard Easton
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Be sure to follow the Facebook page for The Space Shot and the Cosmosphere for the 13 Days of Apollo 13 posts. Check out GPS Declassified and learn more about the book here. Richard Easton and Eric Frazier- GPS Declassified I have launched something new. As many of you know, I've always had and will always make sure this podcast is free. I have lau…
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Episode 422: Apollo 13: 50 Years Later (Part 1)
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Be sure to follow the Facebook page for The Space Shot and the Cosmosphere for the 13 Days of Apollo 13 posts. Part 1 of the Apollo 13 resources and history series. Check out the show notes for a ton of links and resources! I have launched something new. As many of you know, I've always had and will always make sure this podcast is free. I have lau…
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Episode 421: Rise of the Space Age Millennials: My Conversation With Laura Seward Forczyk
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This week we have my conversation with Laura Seward Forczyk. She's a space professional, consultant, author, and she owns the consulting firm Astralytical. Check out our discussion about her book! You can connect with Laura a few different ways. She's active on Twitter and LinkedIn, so please reach out to her if you'd like to connect. Twitter- @Lau…
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Episode 420: This Week in Space History- April 6th to the 12th
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Be sure to follow the Facebook page for The Space Shot and the Cosmosphere for the 13 Days of Apollo 13 posts. From the first human in space to the Mercury Seven, Apollo 13 50th teaser, and the first Shuttle launch, this week has it all! I have launched something new. As many of you know, I've always had and will always make sure this podcast is fr…
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Episode 419: This Week in Space History March 30th to April 5th
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Space Shuttles, Weather Satellites, Apollo 6, First Contact Day, and more! I have launched something new. As many of you know, I've always had and will always make sure this podcast is free. I have launched a Patreon account that will help me cover hosting expenses, software, and more. I realize we are entering some uncertain times and that things …
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Episode 418: This Week in Space History- March 23rd to the 29th
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From corned beef to Space Shuttles, lots of history this week. Since I recorded this episode, Colorado is now under a shelter in place order. We are doing our best here in Loveland. Stay same everyone! I have launched something new. As many of you know, I've always had and will always make sure this podcast is free. I have launched a Patreon accoun…
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Episode 417: This Week in Space History- March 16th to the 22nd
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A lot has changed in the past week. Let's catch up on what's been going on and then we'll get to some space history. From Gemini 8 to the first Orange Shuttle External Tank. I have launched something new. As many of you know, I've always had and will always make sure this podcast is free. I have launched a Patreon account that will help me cover ho…
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Episode 416: This Week in Space History- March 9th to the 15th
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More space history! I cover everything from Yuri Gagarin to Forbidden Planet this week, check it out. Let me know if you have any questions, email me at john@thespaceshot.com. You can also call 720-772-7988 if you'd like to ask a question for the show. Send questions, ideas, or comments, and I will be sure to respond to you! Thanks for reaching out…
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Sadly, I have lost the script for my top ten space movies episode, so I'm going to do an abbreviated episode just counting down my favorites. Sorry about that. :( Let me know if you have any questions, email me at john@thespaceshot.com. You can also call 720-772-7988 if you'd like to ask a question for the show. Send questions, ideas, or comments, …
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Episode 414: This Week in Space History- March 2nd to the 8th
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WOOOO! More space history incoming. My decade in review drops in episode 415, finally lol. Let me know if you have any questions, email me at john@thespaceshot.com. You can also call 720-772-7988 if you'd like to ask a question for the show. Send questions, ideas, or comments, and I will be sure to respond to you! Thanks for reaching out! Do me a f…
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Episode 413: Andy Saunders: Restoring Apollo
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Check out my fascinating conversation with Andy Saunders. Andy is the genius behind the restored image that shows Neil Armstrong's face (the only one that does so) on the surface of the Moon during the Apollo 11 mission. Let me know if you have any questions, email me at john@thespaceshot.com. You can also call 720-772-7988 if you'd like to ask a q…
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Apollo 13: A Mission of Survival - SpaceWorks Exhibit and Artifact Rental
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Nathan Meyer, the Vice President of Education and Strategy joins us to talk about the exciting new program that the Cosmosphere has for museums, libraries, and public spaces around the world. If you are interested in reserving one of these exciting exhibits, contact Jim Remar, the CEO of the Cosmosphere 620-200-1407 or at jimr@cosmo.org. Be sure to…
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Episode 412: This Week in Space History- February 24th to March 1st
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More space history this week, the 2010's in review episode is incoming soon. It's been busy, so let's get to it. Let me know if you have any questions, email me at john@thespaceshot.com. You can also call 720-772-7988 if you'd like to ask a question for the show. Send questions, ideas, or comments, and I will be sure to respond to you! Thanks for r…
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Episode 411: This Week in Space History- February 10th to the 23rd
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Work has been incredibly busy for me. I've had training and way less free time than normal. My top ten space movies episode is still coming, I've decided to watch some of these movies again so I can properly rank them. I also have a decade in review episode coming soon, it's going to be a retrospective of the big events of the 2010's and a look for…
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Episode 410: This Week in Space History- February 3rd to the 9th
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Apologies for the audio this week. My pop filter arm broke and a new one is on order. Will be fixed in the next episode :) My top ten space movies episode is still coming, I've decided to watch some of these movies again so I can properly rank them. I also have a decade in review episode coming soon, it's going to be a retrospective of the big even…
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Episode 409: Triumph and Tragedy- This Week in Space History- January 27th to February 2nd
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This is a sad week in space history. We remember the astronauts we have lost in the pursuit of exploring space and unlocking the mysteries of the universe. My top ten space movies episode is still coming, I've decided to watch some of these movies again so I can properly rank them. I also have a decade in review episode coming soon, it's going to b…
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Episode 408: This Week in Space History- January 20th to the 26th
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Lots of 1960's space history this week, plus some SpaceX news. Let's dive in! My top ten space movies episode is still coming, I've decided to watch some of these movies again so I can properly rank them. I also have a decade in review episode coming soon, it's going to be a retrospective of the big events of the 2010's and a look forward to what I…
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Episode 407: This Week in Space History- January 6th to the 19th
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My top ten space movies episode is still coming, I've decided to watch some of these movies again so I can properly rank them. I also have a decade in review episode coming soon, it's going to be a retrospective of the big events of the 2010's and a look forward to what I'm excited for in the 2020's. Let me know if you have any questions, email me …
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Episode 406: The Week in Space History- December 30th to January 5th
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Happy New Year! This week we head out past Pluto, then return home for some Space Shuttle policy history. My top ten space movies episode is still coming, I've decided to watch some of these movies again so I can properly rank them. I also have a decade in review episode coming soon, it's going to be a retrospective of the big events of the 2010's …
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Episode 405: The Week in Space History- December 16th to the 29th
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One more thing for 2019... The Week in Space History- December 16th to the 29th. My top ten space movies episode is still coming, I've decided to watch some of these movies again so I can properly rank them. I also have a decade in review episode coming soon, it's going to be a retrospective of the big events of the 2010's and a look forward to wha…
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Engineering Flight Test: From Concept to Customer- Coffee at the Cosmo
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Coffee at the Cosmo- "Engineering Flight Test: From Concept to Customer," with special guest, Aaron Tobias, Manager and Chief Pilot for Engineering Flight Test at Textron Aviation. We are working on improving the audio recording setup for the Coffee at the Cosmo events and should have that up and rolling in the first part of 2020. Be sure to subscr…
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Episode 404: The Week in Space History- December 9th to the 15th
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This week we cover everything from Flopnik, to the ISS, Apollo 17, and more. I also have a special appearance from Richard Easton, where he shares his family connection to Vanguard TV3. Enjoy! Let me know if you have any questions, email me at john@thespaceshot.com. You can also call 720-772-7988 if you'd like to ask a question for the show. Send q…
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Episode 403: GPS Declassified- My Conversation with Richard D. Easton
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Here's my conversation with author Richard D. Easton about the book he co-authored with Eric F. Frazier. We talked about the technology behind GPS and his unique connection to the history of GPS! I had a fantastic time interviewing Richard and look forward to having him on the show again! Let me know if you have any questions, email me at john@thes…
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