Episode List

General Sources

Sources in this list either apply to no episode in particular, or I forgot which episodes they were used for.

Disasters and Accidents in Manned Spaceflight: Author: David J. Shayler; Publication date: 17 May 2000; ISBN: 978-1852332259

Outposts on the Frontier: A Fifty-Year History of Space Stations: Author: Jay Chladek; Publication date: 1 August 2017; ISBN: 978-0803222922

Space Shuttle Legacy: How We Did It and What We Learned: Authors: Roger D. Launius, John Krige, James I. Craigs; Publication date: 30 September 2013; ISBN: 978-1624102165

Episode 001 - Introduction

Published: 4 May 2016

The Space Above Us is a new podcast about the history of NASA human spaceflight.

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The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 002 - Before the Rise of Mercury

Published: 4 May 2016

A brief look at the buildup to crewed flights in Project Mercury.

Listen to Episode 002 - Before the Rise of Mercury

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 003 - Freedom 7

Published: 4 May 2016

Alan Shepard becomes the first American in space as he pilots Freedom 7.

Listen to Episode 003 - Freedom 7

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

This New Ocean: A History of Project Mercury: Authors: Loyd S. Swenson Jr., James M. Grimwood, Charles C. Alexander; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4201/toc.htm; Note: This book is freely available from NASA in both HTML and PDF formats.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 004 - Liberty Bell 7

Published: 19 May 2016

Gus Grissom flies the second and final suborbital flight of Project Mercury.

Listen to Episode 004 - Liberty Bell 7

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

This New Ocean: A History of Project Mercury: Authors: Loyd S. Swenson Jr., James M. Grimwood, Charles C. Alexander; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4201/toc.htm; Note: This book is freely available from NASA in both HTML and PDF formats.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 005 - Friendship 7

Published: 2 Jun 2016

John Glenn becomes the first American to orbit the Earth and has a close call with a potential heat shield problem.

Listen to Episode 005 - Friendship 7

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

This New Ocean: A History of Project Mercury: Authors: Loyd S. Swenson Jr., James M. Grimwood, Charles C. Alexander; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4201/toc.htm; Note: This book is freely available from NASA in both HTML and PDF formats.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 006 - Aurora 7

Published: 16 Jun 2016

Science moves to the forefront and Scott Carpenter moves several hundred miles past the landing zone on Aurora 7.

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The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

This New Ocean: A History of Project Mercury: Authors: Loyd S. Swenson Jr., James M. Grimwood, Charles C. Alexander; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4201/toc.htm; Note: This book is freely available from NASA in both HTML and PDF formats.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 007 - Sigma 7

Published: 30 Jun 2016

Wally Schirra and Sigma 7 show us how it's done and pave the way for the one day mission.

Listen to Episode 007 - Sigma 7

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

This New Ocean: A History of Project Mercury: Authors: Loyd S. Swenson Jr., James M. Grimwood, Charles C. Alexander; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4201/toc.htm; Note: This book is freely available from NASA in both HTML and PDF formats.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 008 - Faith 7

Published: 14 Jul 2016

Gordon Cooper becomes the first astronaut to spend a full day in space and brings a successful conclusion to Project Mercury.

Listen to Episode 008 - Faith 7

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

This New Ocean: A History of Project Mercury: Authors: Loyd S. Swenson Jr., James M. Grimwood, Charles C. Alexander; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4201/toc.htm; Note: This book is freely available from NASA in both HTML and PDF formats.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 009 - Project Mercury Wrap-up and To the Moon

Published: 28 Jul 2016

We revisit Project Mercury while trying to put it into a larger context and examine President Kennedy's decision to send us to the Moon.

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Episode 010 - X-15 Flight 90

Published: 11 Aug 2016

High above the United States desert, the X-15 becomes America's second manned spacecraft and Joe Walker becomes the 7th American to fly in space.

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The Edge of Space: Author: Milt Thompson; Publication date: 6 August 2016; ISBN: 978-1588343864

Transiting from Air to Space: The North American X-15: Authors: Robert S. Houston, Richard P. Hallion, Ronald G. Boston; Publication date: 1998; https://www.history.nasa.gov/hyperrev-x15/cover.html; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.

Episode 011 - X-15 Flight 91

Published: 25 Aug 2016

We follow the X-15 on one more parabolic arc through space and learn more about the pilots who flew it and some of the amazing results of the program.

Listen to Episode 011 - X-15 Flight 91

The Edge of Space: Author: Milt Thompson; Publication date: 6 August 2016; ISBN: 978-1588343864

Transiting from Air to Space: The North American X-15: Authors: Robert S. Houston, Richard P. Hallion, Ronald G. Boston; Publication date: 1998; https://www.history.nasa.gov/hyperrev-x15/cover.html; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.

Episode 012 - Project Gemini Introduction

Published: 8 Sep 2016

Project Gemini was America's second major manned spaceflight program and will take this podcast clear into 2017. Come learn the basics about Project Gemini before we launch into detailed looks at each mission.

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On the Shoulders of Titans: A History of Project Gemini: Authors: Barton C. Hacker, James M. Grimwood; Publication date: 1977; https://www.hq.nasa.gov/office/pao/History/SP-4203/toc.htm; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.

Episode 013 - Gemini 3

Published: 22 Sep 2016

Gus Grissom and John Young kick off Project Gemini and catch a bite to eat along the way.

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On the Shoulders of Titans: A History of Project Gemini: Authors: Barton C. Hacker, James M. Grimwood; Publication date: 1977; https://www.hq.nasa.gov/office/pao/History/SP-4203/toc.htm; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 014 - Gemini IV

Published: 6 Oct 2016

Project Gemini continues with the flight of Jim McDivitt and Ed White aboard Gemini IV. Learn about spacewalks, orbital rendezvous, and how to open a stuck door in space!

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On the Shoulders of Titans: A History of Project Gemini: Authors: Barton C. Hacker, James M. Grimwood; Publication date: 1977; https://www.hq.nasa.gov/office/pao/History/SP-4203/toc.htm; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 015 - Gemini V

Published: 20 Oct 2016

Gordon Cooper and Pete Conrad may come to regret their slogan of "8 Days or Bust" for the groundbreaking flight of Gemini V.

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On the Shoulders of Titans: A History of Project Gemini: Authors: Barton C. Hacker, James M. Grimwood; Publication date: 1977; https://www.hq.nasa.gov/office/pao/History/SP-4203/toc.htm; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 016 - Gemini VI-A

Published: 3 Nov 2016

Wally Schirra and Tom Stafford have to try a few times to get off the ground while the crew of Gemini VII is already waiting for them in orbit. Find out why VI-A comes after VII!

Listen to Episode 016 - Gemini VI-A

On the Shoulders of Titans: A History of Project Gemini: Authors: Barton C. Hacker, James M. Grimwood; Publication date: 1977; https://www.hq.nasa.gov/office/pao/History/SP-4203/toc.htm; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 017 - Gemini VII

Published: 17 Nov 2016

Frank Borman and Jim Lovell are in space. They've been there for a while and they've got a ways to go. Let's follow them on their incredible 14 day journey into unexplored territory of human spaceflight endurance.

Listen to Episode 017 - Gemini VII

On the Shoulders of Titans: A History of Project Gemini: Authors: Barton C. Hacker, James M. Grimwood; Publication date: 1977; https://www.hq.nasa.gov/office/pao/History/SP-4203/toc.htm; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 018 - Gemini VIII

Published: 1 Dec 2016

Neil Armstrong and David Scott perform the first ever docking in space and then take the Gemini capsule for a spin.

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On the Shoulders of Titans: A History of Project Gemini: Authors: Barton C. Hacker, James M. Grimwood; Publication date: 1977; https://www.hq.nasa.gov/office/pao/History/SP-4203/toc.htm; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 019 - Gemini IX-A

Published: 15 Dec 2016

The Mayor of Pad 19 has an appointment with an angry alligator.

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On the Shoulders of Titans: A History of Project Gemini: Authors: Barton C. Hacker, James M. Grimwood; Publication date: 1977; https://www.hq.nasa.gov/office/pao/History/SP-4203/toc.htm; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 020 - Gemini X

Published: 29 Dec 2016

John Young and Mike Collins make it a double on Gemini X!

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Escaping the Bonds of Earth: The Fifties and Sixties: Author: Ben Evans; Publication date: 2009; ISBN: 2 April 2010; Note: I'm not sure how I used this source. My notes say "Google Books preview" which means I probably just quickly double checked something. Since this happened right before the Gemini X episode, I'm guessing I used it for that.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

On the Shoulders of Titans: A History of Project Gemini: Authors: Barton C. Hacker, James M. Grimwood; Publication date: 1977; https://www.hq.nasa.gov/office/pao/History/SP-4203/toc.htm; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 021 - Gemini XI

Published: 12 Jan 2017

Pete Conrad flies Gemini XI to new heights as Dick Gordon works on his space cowboy techniques.

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On the Shoulders of Titans: A History of Project Gemini: Authors: Barton C. Hacker, James M. Grimwood; Publication date: 1977; https://www.hq.nasa.gov/office/pao/History/SP-4203/toc.htm; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 022 - Gemini XII

Published: 26 Jan 2017

Jim Lovell and Buzz Aldrin close out Project Gemini and tackle the fundamentals of EVA.

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On the Shoulders of Titans: A History of Project Gemini: Authors: Barton C. Hacker, James M. Grimwood; Publication date: 1977; https://www.hq.nasa.gov/office/pao/History/SP-4203/toc.htm; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 023 - Project Gemini Wrapup

Published: 9 Feb 2017

We close the curtain on Project Gemini, revisiting the program and its goals. We also take a quick look back at Project Mercury and a look forward to the Apollo Program to put Gemini in the larger context.

Listen to Episode 023 - Project Gemini Wrapup

On the Shoulders of Titans: A History of Project Gemini: Authors: Barton C. Hacker, James M. Grimwood; Publication date: 1977; https://www.hq.nasa.gov/office/pao/History/SP-4203/toc.htm; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.

Episode 024 - A Successor to Mercury

Published: 23 Feb 2017

Where did the Apollo Program come from? How were its broad strokes decided? And why are we going to the Moon in the first place?

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Chariots for Apollo: A History of Manned Lunar Spacecraft: Authors: Courtney G Brooks, James M. Grimwood, Loyd S. Swenson; Publication date: 1979; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4205/contents.html; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 025 - From the Ground Up

Published: 9 Mar 2017

There's more to getting to the moon than big rockets and zippy spacecraft. This week, we talk about some of the facilities and infrastructure used by NASA in its quest to land humans on the moon.

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Chariots for Apollo: A History of Manned Lunar Spacecraft: Authors: Courtney G Brooks, James M. Grimwood, Loyd S. Swenson; Publication date: 1979; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4205/contents.html; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 026 - Boosters and Engines

Published: 23 Mar 2017

This week, we take a look at the boosters and engines that lofted Apollo into orbit.

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Chariots for Apollo: A History of Manned Lunar Spacecraft: Authors: Courtney G Brooks, James M. Grimwood, Loyd S. Swenson; Publication date: 1979; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4205/contents.html; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 027 - Apollo Computers and Software

Published: 6 Apr 2017

This week, we discuss the computers and software of the Apollo Program, with a special focus on the memory system of the Apollo Guidance Computer.

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Chariots for Apollo: A History of Manned Lunar Spacecraft: Authors: Courtney G Brooks, James M. Grimwood, Loyd S. Swenson; Publication date: 1979; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4205/contents.html; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Digital Apollo: Human and Machine in Spaceflight: Author: David A. Mindell; Publication date: 30 September 2011; ISBN: 9780262516105; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

The Apollo Guidance Computer: Architecture and Operation: Author: Frank O'Brien; Publication date: 2010; ISBN: 9781441908773; Note: Great insight into the actual operation of the Apollo Guidance Computer. It was especially helpful in the "How to Land on the Moon" episode.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 028 - Apollo CSM

Published: 20 Apr 2017

We've talked about the muscle and brains of Apollo, but this week we talk about the heart of every mission: the Apollo Command and Service Modules.

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Angle of Attack: Harrison Storms and the Race to the Moon: Author: Mike Gray; Publication date: 1 October 1992; ISBN: 978-0393018929; Note: Great insight into the creation of the Apollo Command Module.

Chariots for Apollo: A History of Manned Lunar Spacecraft: Authors: Courtney G Brooks, James M. Grimwood, Loyd S. Swenson; Publication date: 1979; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4205/contents.html; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Digital Apollo: Human and Machine in Spaceflight: Author: David A. Mindell; Publication date: 30 September 2011; ISBN: 9780262516105; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

The Apollo Guidance Computer: Architecture and Operation: Author: Frank O'Brien; Publication date: 2010; ISBN: 9781441908773; Note: Great insight into the actual operation of the Apollo Guidance Computer. It was especially helpful in the "How to Land on the Moon" episode.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 029 - Apollo LM

Published: 4 May 2017

This week we learn about the ungainly beast, and engineering marvel, that is the Apollo Lunar Module.

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Chariots for Apollo: A History of Manned Lunar Spacecraft: Authors: Courtney G Brooks, James M. Grimwood, Loyd S. Swenson; Publication date: 1979; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4205/contents.html; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Digital Apollo: Human and Machine in Spaceflight: Author: David A. Mindell; Publication date: 30 September 2011; ISBN: 9780262516105; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Moon Lander: How We Designed the Apollo Lunar Module: Author: Thomas J. Kelly; Publication date: 11 January 2012; ISBN: 9781588343611; Note: A must-read for any fans of the LM.

The Apollo Guidance Computer: Architecture and Operation: Author: Frank O'Brien; Publication date: 2010; ISBN: 9781441908773; Note: Great insight into the actual operation of the Apollo Guidance Computer. It was especially helpful in the "How to Land on the Moon" episode.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 030 - Apollo 1

Published: 18 May 2017

We take a somber look at Apollo 1, the first planned flight of the Apollo Program. We honor the crew and try to learn from their sacrifice.

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A Man on the Moon: The Voyages of the Apollo Astronauts: Author: Andrew Chaikin; Publication date: 28 August 2007; ISBN: 978-0143112358; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Chariots for Apollo: A History of Manned Lunar Spacecraft: Authors: Courtney G Brooks, James M. Grimwood, Loyd S. Swenson; Publication date: 1979; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4205/contents.html; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Flight: My Life in Mission Control: Author: Chris Kraft; Publication date: 2001; ISBN: 9780525945710; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 031 - Apollo 7

Published: 1 Jun 2017

Wally Schirra, Donn Eisele, and Walter Cunningham get NASA back on track and fly the first crewed mission of the Apollo Program.

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A Man on the Moon: The Voyages of the Apollo Astronauts: Author: Andrew Chaikin; Publication date: 28 August 2007; ISBN: 978-0143112358; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Chariots for Apollo: A History of Manned Lunar Spacecraft: Authors: Courtney G Brooks, James M. Grimwood, Loyd S. Swenson; Publication date: 1979; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4205/contents.html; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Flight: My Life in Mission Control: Author: Chris Kraft; Publication date: 2001; ISBN: 9780525945710; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 032 - Apollo 8 (Part 1)

Published: 15 Jun 2017

Apollo 8 was humanity's first time leaving its home planet, and it was just too big to fit into one episode. Join us this week as we learn about the mission's origins, who will be flying it, and how tricky it is to plan a launch window.

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A Man on the Moon: The Voyages of the Apollo Astronauts: Author: Andrew Chaikin; Publication date: 28 August 2007; ISBN: 978-0143112358; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Chariots for Apollo: A History of Manned Lunar Spacecraft: Authors: Courtney G Brooks, James M. Grimwood, Loyd S. Swenson; Publication date: 1979; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4205/contents.html; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Countdown: Authors: Frank Borman, Robert J. Serling; Publication date: 1997; ISBN: 978-0688079291; Note: I bought this used online for $4.24, just to read for the show. Months after buying it I opened it up and discovered that it was autographed by Borman himself! Be sure to check your used books!

Flight: My Life in Mission Control: Author: Chris Kraft; Publication date: 2001; ISBN: 9780525945710; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 033 - Apollo 8 (Part 2)

Published: 29 Jun 2017

The stage has been set and the time has come. The crew of Apollo 8 are go for TLI. Let's go to the moon!

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A Man on the Moon: The Voyages of the Apollo Astronauts: Author: Andrew Chaikin; Publication date: 28 August 2007; ISBN: 978-0143112358; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Chariots for Apollo: A History of Manned Lunar Spacecraft: Authors: Courtney G Brooks, James M. Grimwood, Loyd S. Swenson; Publication date: 1979; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4205/contents.html; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Flight: My Life in Mission Control: Author: Chris Kraft; Publication date: 2001; ISBN: 9780525945710; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 034 - Apollo 9

Published: 13 Jul 2017

A Gumdrop and a Spider fly into low earth orbit.. no, this isn't the start of a bad joke, it's the start of Apollo 9!

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A Man on the Moon: The Voyages of the Apollo Astronauts: Author: Andrew Chaikin; Publication date: 28 August 2007; ISBN: 978-0143112358; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Chariots for Apollo: A History of Manned Lunar Spacecraft: Authors: Courtney G Brooks, James M. Grimwood, Loyd S. Swenson; Publication date: 1979; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4205/contents.html; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Flight: My Life in Mission Control: Author: Chris Kraft; Publication date: 2001; ISBN: 9780525945710; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 035 - Apollo 10

Published: 27 Jul 2017

We is down among 'em on this second journey to the moon. Follow the crew as they fly within spitting distance of the lunar surface.

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A Man on the Moon: The Voyages of the Apollo Astronauts: Author: Andrew Chaikin; Publication date: 28 August 2007; ISBN: 978-0143112358; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Chariots for Apollo: A History of Manned Lunar Spacecraft: Authors: Courtney G Brooks, James M. Grimwood, Loyd S. Swenson; Publication date: 1979; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4205/contents.html; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Flight: My Life in Mission Control: Author: Chris Kraft; Publication date: 2001; ISBN: 9780525945710; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 036 - How to Land on the Moon

Published: 10 Aug 2017

Don your helmet and gloves, clip into the restraint system, and load up Program 63. It's time to learn how to land on the moon in far more detail than you wanted!

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A Man on the Moon: The Voyages of the Apollo Astronauts: Author: Andrew Chaikin; Publication date: 28 August 2007; ISBN: 978-0143112358; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Chariots for Apollo: A History of Manned Lunar Spacecraft: Authors: Courtney G Brooks, James M. Grimwood, Loyd S. Swenson; Publication date: 1979; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4205/contents.html; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Digital Apollo: Human and Machine in Spaceflight: Author: David A. Mindell; Publication date: 30 September 2011; ISBN: 9780262516105

Flight: My Life in Mission Control: Author: Chris Kraft; Publication date: 2001; ISBN: 9780525945710; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

The Apollo Guidance Computer: Architecture and Operation: Author: Frank O'Brien; Publication date: 2010; ISBN: 9781441908773; Note: Great insight into the actual operation of the Apollo Guidance Computer. It was especially helpful in the "How to Land on the Moon" episode.

Episode 037 - Apollo 11 (Part 1)

Published: 24 Aug 2017

Columbia and Eagle make the final leg of the journey. It's time to head to the surface.

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A Man on the Moon: The Voyages of the Apollo Astronauts: Author: Andrew Chaikin; Publication date: 28 August 2007; ISBN: 978-0143112358

Chariots for Apollo: A History of Manned Lunar Spacecraft: Authors: Courtney G Brooks, James M. Grimwood, Loyd S. Swenson; Publication date: 1979; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4205/contents.html; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Deke! U.S. Manned Space: From Mercury to the Shuttle: Authors: Deke Slayton, Michael Cassutt; Publication date: 1995; ISBN: 9781466802148; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Digital Apollo: Human and Machine in Spaceflight: Author: David A. Mindell; Publication date: 30 September 2011; ISBN: 9780262516105

Flight: My Life in Mission Control: Author: Chris Kraft; Publication date: 2001; ISBN: 9780525945710; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

The Apollo Guidance Computer: Architecture and Operation: Author: Frank O'Brien; Publication date: 2010; ISBN: 9781441908773; Note: Great insight into the actual operation of the Apollo Guidance Computer. It was especially helpful in the "How to Land on the Moon" episode.

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 038 - Apollo 11 (Part 2)

Published: 7 Sep 2017

Last time, we successfully landed in the Sea of Tranquility with Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin. But what did they actually do there? And how did they decide who gets out first?

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A Man on the Moon: The Voyages of the Apollo Astronauts: Author: Andrew Chaikin; Publication date: 28 August 2007; ISBN: 978-0143112358

Chariots for Apollo: A History of Manned Lunar Spacecraft: Authors: Courtney G Brooks, James M. Grimwood, Loyd S. Swenson; Publication date: 1979; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4205/contents.html; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Digital Apollo: Human and Machine in Spaceflight: Author: David A. Mindell; Publication date: 30 September 2011; ISBN: 9780262516105

Flight: My Life in Mission Control: Author: Chris Kraft; Publication date: 2001; ISBN: 9780525945710; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

History of Space Shuttle Rendezvous: Author: John Goodman; Website name: NASA JSC; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/20110023479; Note: An indispensable history of Space Shuttle rendezvous an NASA rendezvous in general. I wish I had found this before Gemini.

The Apollo Guidance Computer: Architecture and Operation: Author: Frank O'Brien; Publication date: 2010; ISBN: 9781441908773; Note: Great insight into the actual operation of the Apollo Guidance Computer. It was especially helpful in the "How to Land on the Moon" episode.

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 039 - Apollo 12 (Part 1)

Published: 21 Sep 2017

Join us as we follow the crew of Apollo 12 into lunar orbit as they prepare to land in the Ocean of Storms. Get your signal conditioning equipment ready because it's going to be a shocking launch!

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A Man on the Moon: The Voyages of the Apollo Astronauts: Author: Andrew Chaikin; Publication date: 28 August 2007; ISBN: 978-0143112358

Chariots for Apollo: A History of Manned Lunar Spacecraft: Authors: Courtney G Brooks, James M. Grimwood, Loyd S. Swenson; Publication date: 1979; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4205/contents.html; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Flight: My Life in Mission Control: Author: Chris Kraft; Publication date: 2001; ISBN: 9780525945710; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 040 - Apollo 12 (Part 2)

Published: 5 Oct 2017

Pete Conrad and Alan Bean head to the surface. There are plenty of science experiments to set up, robots to vandalize, and selfies to.. not take.

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A Man on the Moon: The Voyages of the Apollo Astronauts: Author: Andrew Chaikin; Publication date: 28 August 2007; ISBN: 978-0143112358

Chariots for Apollo: A History of Manned Lunar Spacecraft: Authors: Courtney G Brooks, James M. Grimwood, Loyd S. Swenson; Publication date: 1979; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4205/contents.html; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Flight: My Life in Mission Control: Author: Chris Kraft; Publication date: 2001; ISBN: 9780525945710; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

History of Space Shuttle Rendezvous: Author: John Goodman; Website name: NASA JSC; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/20110023479; Note: An indispensable history of Space Shuttle rendezvous an NASA rendezvous in general. I wish I had found this before Gemini.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 041 - Mission Control

Published: 19 Oct 2017

This week we'll talk about Mission Control, the room full of experts that helps keep each NASA human spaceflight mission running smoothly. Where did it come from? What is its role in the mission? And just what are all those guys actually doing anyway?

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A Man on the Moon: The Voyages of the Apollo Astronauts: Author: Andrew Chaikin; Publication date: 28 August 2007; ISBN: 978-0143112358

Chariots for Apollo: A History of Manned Lunar Spacecraft: Authors: Courtney G Brooks, James M. Grimwood, Loyd S. Swenson; Publication date: 1979; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4205/contents.html; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Failure Is Not an Option: Mission Control from Mercury to Apollo 13 and Beyond: Author: Gene Kranz; Publication date: 2009; ISBN: 9781439148815; Note: Kranz's book touches on the entire space program up through the early shuttle flights. I didn't make a record of which episodes it directly influenced but I read it right before the Mission Control episode, so I'm including it there and, of course, on Apollo 13.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Flight: My Life in Mission Control: Author: Chris Kraft; Publication date: 2001; ISBN: 9780525945710; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 042 - Apollo 13 (Part 1)

Published: 2 Nov 2017

It's time to go for the hat trick and attempt NASA's third landing on the moon. After doing this twice already, everything should be smooth sailing. Right?

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A Man on the Moon: The Voyages of the Apollo Astronauts: Author: Andrew Chaikin; Publication date: 28 August 2007; ISBN: 978-0143112358

Chariots for Apollo: A History of Manned Lunar Spacecraft: Authors: Courtney G Brooks, James M. Grimwood, Loyd S. Swenson; Publication date: 1979; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4205/contents.html; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Failure Is Not an Option: Mission Control from Mercury to Apollo 13 and Beyond: Author: Gene Kranz; Publication date: 2009; ISBN: 9781439148815; Note: Kranz's book touches on the entire space program up through the early shuttle flights. I didn't make a record of which episodes it directly influenced but I read it right before the Mission Control episode, so I'm including it there and, of course, on Apollo 13.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Flight: My Life in Mission Control: Author: Chris Kraft; Publication date: 2001; ISBN: 9780525945710; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Lost Moon: The Perilous Voyage of Apollo 13: Authors: Jim Lovell, Jeffrey Kluger; Publication date: 1994; ISBN: 9780395670293; Note: Later editions of this book were published under the title 'Apollo 13'; Note: I read this as a kid, shortly after it was published, and it was surely a contributing factor to my early fascination with human spaceflight. It's a great book that I recommend all fans of spaceflight read.

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 043 - Apollo 13 (Part 2)

Published: 16 Nov 2017

Apollo 13 is in trouble. But with a lot of clever thinking and a bit of luck, we might just be able to get the crew home.

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A Man on the Moon: The Voyages of the Apollo Astronauts: Author: Andrew Chaikin; Publication date: 28 August 2007; ISBN: 978-0143112358

Chariots for Apollo: A History of Manned Lunar Spacecraft: Authors: Courtney G Brooks, James M. Grimwood, Loyd S. Swenson; Publication date: 1979; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4205/contents.html; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Flight: My Life in Mission Control: Author: Chris Kraft; Publication date: 2001; ISBN: 9780525945710; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Lost Moon: The Perilous Voyage of Apollo 13: Authors: Jim Lovell, Jeffrey Kluger; Publication date: 1994; ISBN: 9780395670293; Note: Later editions of this book were published under the title 'Apollo 13'; Note: I read this as a kid, shortly after it was published, and it was surely a contributing factor to my early fascination with human spaceflight. It's a great book that I recommend all fans of spaceflight read.

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 044 - Apollo 14 (Part 1)

Published: 30 Nov 2017

Alan Shepard is back in the saddle and headed to the moon with Ed Mitchell and Stu Roosa on Apollo 14. Also I make fun of Ed Mitchell a bunch.

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A Man on the Moon: The Voyages of the Apollo Astronauts: Author: Andrew Chaikin; Publication date: 28 August 2007; ISBN: 978-0143112358

Chariots for Apollo: A History of Manned Lunar Spacecraft: Authors: Courtney G Brooks, James M. Grimwood, Loyd S. Swenson; Publication date: 1979; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4205/contents.html; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Flight: My Life in Mission Control: Author: Chris Kraft; Publication date: 2001; ISBN: 9780525945710; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 045 - Apollo 14 (Part 2)

Published: 14 Dec 2017

It's been a long way, but we're here.. for the second part of our coverage of Apollo 14! Get your lunar hiking boots on, we're headed for Cone Crater!

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A Man on the Moon: The Voyages of the Apollo Astronauts: Author: Andrew Chaikin; Publication date: 28 August 2007; ISBN: 978-0143112358

Chariots for Apollo: A History of Manned Lunar Spacecraft: Authors: Courtney G Brooks, James M. Grimwood, Loyd S. Swenson; Publication date: 1979; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4205/contents.html; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Flight: My Life in Mission Control: Author: Chris Kraft; Publication date: 2001; ISBN: 9780525945710; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

History of Space Shuttle Rendezvous: Author: John Goodman; Website name: NASA JSC; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/20110023479; Note: An indispensable history of Space Shuttle rendezvous an NASA rendezvous in general. I wish I had found this before Gemini.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 046 - Apollo 15 (Part 1)

Published: 28 Dec 2017

Dave Scott and Jim Irwin are headed for Hadley-Apennine, while Al Worden is getting all sorts of science done in lunar orbit. Just what does a Command Module Pilot do, anyway? Find out!

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A Man on the Moon: The Voyages of the Apollo Astronauts: Author: Andrew Chaikin; Publication date: 28 August 2007; ISBN: 978-0143112358

Chariots for Apollo: A History of Manned Lunar Spacecraft: Authors: Courtney G Brooks, James M. Grimwood, Loyd S. Swenson; Publication date: 1979; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4205/contents.html; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Falling to Earth: An Apollo 15 Astronaut's Journey to the Moon: Authors: Al Worden, Francis French; Publication date: 26 July 2011; ISBN: 978-1588343093; Note: Excellent book with a glimpse into what the role of CMP was like. Also an insider's perspective on the postage cover scandal of Apollo 15.

Flight: My Life in Mission Control: Author: Chris Kraft; Publication date: 2001; ISBN: 9780525945710; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 047 - Apollo 15 (Part 2)

Published: 11 Jan 2018

This week we head to the Hadley-Apennine region to explore the surface with Dave Scott and Jim Irwin. Five EVAs, driving around in the lunar rover, and obstinate drills await us!

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A Man on the Moon: The Voyages of the Apollo Astronauts: Author: Andrew Chaikin; Publication date: 28 August 2007; ISBN: 978-0143112358

Chariots for Apollo: A History of Manned Lunar Spacecraft: Authors: Courtney G Brooks, James M. Grimwood, Loyd S. Swenson; Publication date: 1979; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4205/contents.html; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Falling to Earth: An Apollo 15 Astronaut's Journey to the Moon: Authors: Al Worden, Francis French; Publication date: 26 July 2011; ISBN: 978-1588343093; Note: Excellent book with a glimpse into what the role of CMP was like. Also an insider's perspective on the postage cover scandal of Apollo 15.

Flight: My Life in Mission Control: Author: Chris Kraft; Publication date: 2001; ISBN: 9780525945710; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

History of Space Shuttle Rendezvous: Author: John Goodman; Website name: NASA JSC; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/20110023479; Note: An indispensable history of Space Shuttle rendezvous an NASA rendezvous in general. I wish I had found this before Gemini.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 048 - Apollo 16 (Part 1)

Published: 25 Jan 2018

John Young, Charlie Duke, and Ken Mattingly are headed to the moon for the second J-mission. Geologists have them on the hunt for volcanic rock, hoping to test their hypothesis on how the lunar highlands were formed.

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A Man on the Moon: The Voyages of the Apollo Astronauts: Author: Andrew Chaikin; Publication date: 28 August 2007; ISBN: 978-0143112358

Chariots for Apollo: A History of Manned Lunar Spacecraft: Authors: Courtney G Brooks, James M. Grimwood, Loyd S. Swenson; Publication date: 1979; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4205/contents.html; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Flight: My Life in Mission Control: Author: Chris Kraft; Publication date: 2001; ISBN: 9780525945710; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 049 - Apollo 16 (Part 2)

Published: 8 Feb 2018

It's time to go find some volcanic rock and confirm the hypothesis of the formation of the Descartes region. I hope you like orange juice.

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A Man on the Moon: The Voyages of the Apollo Astronauts: Author: Andrew Chaikin; Publication date: 28 August 2007; ISBN: 978-0143112358

Chariots for Apollo: A History of Manned Lunar Spacecraft: Authors: Courtney G Brooks, James M. Grimwood, Loyd S. Swenson; Publication date: 1979; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4205/contents.html; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Flight: My Life in Mission Control: Author: Chris Kraft; Publication date: 2001; ISBN: 9780525945710; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

History of Space Shuttle Rendezvous: Author: John Goodman; Website name: NASA JSC; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/20110023479; Note: An indispensable history of Space Shuttle rendezvous an NASA rendezvous in general. I wish I had found this before Gemini.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 050 - Apollo 17 (Part 1)

Published: 22 Feb 2018

Gene Cernan, Ron Evans, and Harrison Schmitt kick off the final lunar landing mission of the Apollo Program with a spectacular night launch. But how did they end up with these last three coveted seats?

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A Man on the Moon: The Voyages of the Apollo Astronauts: Author: Andrew Chaikin; Publication date: 28 August 2007; ISBN: 978-0143112358

Chariots for Apollo: A History of Manned Lunar Spacecraft: Authors: Courtney G Brooks, James M. Grimwood, Loyd S. Swenson; Publication date: 1979; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4205/contents.html; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Flight: My Life in Mission Control: Author: Chris Kraft; Publication date: 2001; ISBN: 9780525945710; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 051 - Apollo 17 (Part 2)

Published: 8 Mar 2018

We explore the fascinating Taurus-Littrow region and bid a sad farewell to the moon.

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A Man on the Moon: The Voyages of the Apollo Astronauts: Author: Andrew Chaikin; Publication date: 28 August 2007; ISBN: 978-0143112358

Chariots for Apollo: A History of Manned Lunar Spacecraft: Authors: Courtney G Brooks, James M. Grimwood, Loyd S. Swenson; Publication date: 1979; https://www.history.nasa.gov/SP-4205/contents.html; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Flight: My Life in Mission Control: Author: Chris Kraft; Publication date: 2001; ISBN: 9780525945710; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

History of Space Shuttle Rendezvous: Author: John Goodman; Website name: NASA JSC; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/20110023479; Note: An indispensable history of Space Shuttle rendezvous an NASA rendezvous in general. I wish I had found this before Gemini.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 052 - Lunar Operations Retrospective

Published: 22 Mar 2018

We take a look back at the Apollo Program and how we got there. Then I ramble a bit about my take on the impact of the program and talk about where the upcoming episodes will be going.

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Episode 053 - Skylab: A Home in Space

Published: 5 Apr 2018

We get out first look at NASA's first big project after landing on the moon: Skylab. America's first space station is often overlooked, but we'll dig into the reasons that make it so awesome.

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Homesteading Space: The Skylab Story: Authors: David Hitt, Owen K. Garriott, Joe Kerwin; Publication date: 2008; ISBN: 9780803219014; Note: This is the book that first revealed to me the incredible story of Skylab, Apollo's hidden treasure.

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 054 - Skylab Launch

Published: 19 Apr 2018

We learn about some of the scientific experiments on Skylab, get it to the launchpad, and send it on its way to orbit. Though it seems to be missing a few parts when it gets there..

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Homesteading Space: The Skylab Story: Authors: David Hitt, Owen K. Garriott, Joe Kerwin; Publication date: 2008; ISBN: 9780803219014; Note: This is the book that first revealed to me the incredible story of Skylab, Apollo's hidden treasure.

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 055 - Skylab 2: Part 1

Published: 3 May 2018

We meet the crew of Skylab 2, wonder what happened to Skylab 1, and take a look at how NASA scrambled to fix their crippled space station.

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Homesteading Space: The Skylab Story: Authors: David Hitt, Owen K. Garriott, Joe Kerwin; Publication date: 2008; ISBN: 9780803219014; Note: This is the book that first revealed to me the incredible story of Skylab, Apollo's hidden treasure.

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 056 - Skylab 2: Part 2

Published: 17 May 2018

Conrad, Kerwin and Weitz have arrived at Skylab, but can they get the stricken space station under control?

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Homesteading Space: The Skylab Story: Authors: David Hitt, Owen K. Garriott, Joe Kerwin; Publication date: 2008; ISBN: 9780803219014; Note: This is the book that first revealed to me the incredible story of Skylab, Apollo's hidden treasure.

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 057 - Skylab 3: Part 1

Published: 31 May 2018

Alan Bean, Owen Garriott, and Jack Lousma are ready to become Skylab's second crew. But will an attitude control propellant leak cut their stay short?

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Homesteading Space: The Skylab Story: Authors: David Hitt, Owen K. Garriott, Joe Kerwin; Publication date: 2008; ISBN: 9780803219014; Note: This is the book that first revealed to me the incredible story of Skylab, Apollo's hidden treasure.

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 058 - Skylab 3: Part 2

Published: 14 Jun 2018

Bean, Garriott, and Lousma still have 50 days left to catch up on their backlog. Let's just hope their two arachnid passengers don't escape!

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Homesteading Space: The Skylab Story: Authors: David Hitt, Owen K. Garriott, Joe Kerwin; Publication date: 2008; ISBN: 9780803219014; Note: This is the book that first revealed to me the incredible story of Skylab, Apollo's hidden treasure.

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 059 - Skylab 4: Part 1

Published: 28 Jun 2018

Jerry Carr, Ed Gibson, and Bill Pogue have been handed the baton and are ready to start the last leg of the marathon. Skylab 4, the final crew to America's first space station, are GO for launch!

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Homesteading Space: The Skylab Story: Authors: David Hitt, Owen K. Garriott, Joe Kerwin; Publication date: 2008; ISBN: 9780803219014; Note: This is the book that first revealed to me the incredible story of Skylab, Apollo's hidden treasure.

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 060 - Skylab 4: Part 2

Published: 12 Jul 2018

Carr, Gibson, and Pogue go the distance and wrap up a remarkable 84 day mission, thus ending the crewed portion of Skylab's life.

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Homesteading Space: The Skylab Story: Authors: David Hitt, Owen K. Garriott, Joe Kerwin; Publication date: 2008; ISBN: 9780803219014; Note: This is the book that first revealed to me the incredible story of Skylab, Apollo's hidden treasure.

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 061 - Skylab Wrapup

Published: 26 Jul 2018

We take a look back at the Skylab program, its fate, its legacy, and how it fits into the broader picture.

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Homesteading Space: The Skylab Story: Authors: David Hitt, Owen K. Garriott, Joe Kerwin; Publication date: 2008; ISBN: 9780803219014; Note: This is the book that first revealed to me the incredible story of Skylab, Apollo's hidden treasure.

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 062 - Apollo-Soyuz Test Project

Published: 9 Aug 2018

Tom Stafford, Vance Brand, and Deke Slayton (yes, Deke Slayton) take the last Apollo CSM up to meet with some new friends from out of town.

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Deke! U.S. Manned Space: From Mercury to the Shuttle: Authors: Deke Slayton, Michael Cassutt; Publication date: 1995; ISBN: 9781466802148

The History of Manned Space Flight: Author: David Baker; Publication date: 1981; ISBN: 9780517543771; Note: It has recently become clear that Baker has been less than forthright about aspects of his own personal history. From what I can tell, that does not extend to this book, which still seems to be reliable. That said, I would recommend researching Baker before deciding to read this book. In any case, I referred to it frequently up through the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 063 - The Origins of the Space Shuttle

Published: 23 Aug 2018

As Apollo hit its stride, NASA was trying to figure out what it was going to do next. The answer requires a significant amount of historical context, so let's see if we can provide it as we try to answer the question: where did the Space Shuttle come from?

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Development of the Space Shuttle, 1972-1981 (History of the Space Shuttle, Volume 2): Author: T. A. Heppenheimer; Publication date: 6 July 2010; ISBN: 9781588342850; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

The Space Shuttle Decision, 1965-1972 (History of the Space Shuttle, Volume 1): Author: T. A. Heppenheimer; Publication date: 1999; ISBN: 978-1588340146; http://history.nasa.gov/SP-4221.pdf; Note: This book is freely available online from NASA.

Episode 064 - Backbone of the Shuttle: External Tank and SRBs

Published: 6 Sep 2018

Now that the Space Shuttle has been approved, it's time to figure out what the vehicle will actually look like. With that in mind, we take a close look at the two major support players of the STS: the External Tank and Solid Rocket Boosters.

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Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 065 - The Space Shuttle Orbiter

Published: 20 Sep 2018

With our tour of the External Tank and Solid Rocket Boosters complete, it's time to take a look at what they're getting into orbit: the Space Shuttle Orbiter.

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Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 066 - Space Shuttle Approach and Landing Tests

Published: 4 Oct 2018

The Space Shuttle would be NASA's first spacecraft to land on a runway. So it's probably a good idea to make sure it's up to the task.

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Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 067 - The Road to STS-1

Published: 18 Oct 2018

This week we discuss three of the biggest challenges to getting the space shuttle off the ground: the engines, the computers, and the tiles. Oh, and we meet 54 new friends.

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Deke! U.S. Manned Space: From Mercury to the Shuttle: Authors: Deke Slayton, Michael Cassutt; Publication date: 1995; ISBN: 9781466802148; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

STS-1: First Space Shuttle Mission - Press Kit: Publisher: NASA JSC; Publication date: April 1981; https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/shuttle_pk/pk/Flight_001_STS-001_Press_Kit.pdf; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 068 - STS-1 - The Greatest Test Flight

Published: 1 Nov 2018

John Young and Bob Crippen strap in and fly Columbia on its first mission. But how will mission control deal with missing tiles on the heat shield?

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Bold They Rise: The Space Shuttle Early Years, 1972-1986: Authors: David Hitt, Heather R. Smith; Publication date: 1 June 2014; ISBN: 978-0803226487; Note: An excellent compilation of excerpts from early shuttle oral histories.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Into the Black: The Extraordinary Untold Story of the First Flight of the Space Shuttle Columbia and the Astronauts Who Flew Her: Author: Rowland White; Publication date: 19 April 2019; ISBN: 978-1501123627

STS-1: First Space Shuttle Mission - Press Kit: Publisher: NASA JSC; Publication date: April 1981; https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/shuttle_pk/pk/Flight_001_STS-001_Press_Kit.pdf

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 069 - STS-2 - Columbia Flies Again

Published: 15 Nov 2018

Joe Engle and Dick Truly are ready to take Columbia for a ride and usher in the era of reusable spacecraft.

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Bold They Rise: The Space Shuttle Early Years, 1972-1986: Authors: David Hitt, Heather R. Smith; Publication date: 1 June 2014; ISBN: 978-0803226487; Note: An excellent compilation of excerpts from early shuttle oral histories.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

STS-2 Press Information (Media Resource Kit): Publisher: Rockwell International; Publication date: October 1981; https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/shuttle_pk/mrk/FLIGHT_002_STS-002_MRK.pdf; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

STS-2: Second Space Shuttle Mission - Press Kit: Publisher: NASA JSC; Publication date: September 1981; https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/shuttle_pk/pk/Flight_002_STS-002_Press_Kit.pdf

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 070 - STS-3 - Plasma Trails and Dusty Landings

Published: 29 Nov 2018

Jack Lousma and Gordon Fullerton fly Columbia on its third mission, carrying a whole bunch of shuttle-inspecting experiments with them.

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Bold They Rise: The Space Shuttle Early Years, 1972-1986: Authors: David Hitt, Heather R. Smith; Publication date: 1 June 2014; ISBN: 978-0803226487; Note: An excellent compilation of excerpts from early shuttle oral histories.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

STS-3 Press Information (Media Resource Kit): Publisher: Rockwell International; Publication date: March 1982; https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/shuttle_pk/mrk/FLIGHT_003_STS-003_MRK.pdf; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

STS-3: Third Space Shuttle Mission - Press Kit: Publisher: NASA JSC; Publication date: March 1982; https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/shuttle_pk/pk/Flight_003_STS-003_Press_Kit.pdf

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 071 - STS-4 - The 500 Pound Stowaway

Published: 13 Dec 2018

Ken Mattingly and Hank Hartsfield were apparently born in a barn, because they can't get the door closed!

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Bold They Rise: The Space Shuttle Early Years, 1972-1986: Authors: David Hitt, Heather R. Smith; Publication date: 1 June 2014; ISBN: 978-0803226487; Note: An excellent compilation of excerpts from early shuttle oral histories.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

STS-4 Press Information (Media Resource Kit): Publisher: Rockwell International; Publication date: June 1982; https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/shuttle_pk/mrk/FLIGHT_004_STS-004_MRK.pdf; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

STS-4: Fourth Space Shuttle Mission - Press Kit: Publisher: NASA JSC; Publication date: June 1982; https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/shuttle_pk/pk/Flight_004_STS-004_Press_Kit.pdf

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 072 - STS-5 - Open for Business

Published: 27 Dec 2018

With five days, four crew members, three.. uhh.. engines, two satellites, and one planned EVA, STS-5 is going to be a busy flight!

Listen to Episode 072 - STS-5 - Open for Business

Bold They Rise: The Space Shuttle Early Years, 1972-1986: Authors: David Hitt, Heather R. Smith; Publication date: 1 June 2014; ISBN: 978-0803226487; Note: An excellent compilation of excerpts from early shuttle oral histories.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

STS-5 Press Information (Media Resource Kit): Publisher: Rockwell International; Publication date: November 1982; https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/shuttle_pk/mrk/FLIGHT_005_STS-005_MRK.pdf; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Space Shuttle Misson STS-5 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC; Publication date: October 1982; https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/shuttle_pk/pk/Flight_005_STS-005_Press_Kit.pdf

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 073 - STS-6 - A Challenger Appears

Published: 10 Jan 2019

Challenger flies for the first time and the TDRSS constellation gets started.

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Bold They Rise: The Space Shuttle Early Years, 1972-1986: Authors: David Hitt, Heather R. Smith; Publication date: 1 June 2014; ISBN: 978-0803226487; Note: An excellent compilation of excerpts from early shuttle oral histories.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

STS-6 Press Information (Media Resource Kit): Publisher: Rockwell International; Publication date: March 1983; https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/shuttle_pk/mrk/FLIGHT_006_STS-006_MRK.pdf; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Space Shuttle Misson STS-6 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC; Publication date: April 1983; https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/shuttle_pk/pk/Flight_006_STS-006_Press_Kit.pdf

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 074 - STS-7 - Say 7 for the Camera

Published: 24 Jan 2019

Sally Ride becomes America's first female astronaut to fly in space, and teaches Challenger how to say 7 for the camera.

Listen to Episode 074 - STS-7 - Say 7 for the Camera

Bold They Rise: The Space Shuttle Early Years, 1972-1986: Authors: David Hitt, Heather R. Smith; Publication date: 1 June 2014; ISBN: 978-0803226487; Note: An excellent compilation of excerpts from early shuttle oral histories.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

History of Space Shuttle Rendezvous: Author: John Goodman; Website name: NASA JSC; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/20110023479; Note: An indispensable history of Space Shuttle rendezvous an NASA rendezvous in general. I wish I had found this before Gemini.

STS-7 Press Information (Media Resource Kit): Publisher: Rockwell International; Publication date: June 1983; https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/shuttle_pk/mrk/FLIGHT_007_STS-007_MRK.pdf; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Space Shuttle Misson STS-7 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC; Publication date: June 1983; https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/shuttle_pk/pk/Flight_007_STS-007_Press_Kit.pdf

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 075 - STS-8 - Challenger Hauls the Mail

Published: 7 Feb 2019

Challenger hauls the mail on STS-8, before using a giant dumbbell to flex its remote manipulator system muscles.

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Bold They Rise: The Space Shuttle Early Years, 1972-1986: Authors: David Hitt, Heather R. Smith; Publication date: 1 June 2014; ISBN: 978-0803226487; Note: An excellent compilation of excerpts from early shuttle oral histories.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

STS-8 Press Information (Media Resource Kit): Publisher: Rockwell International; Publication date: August 1983; https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/shuttle_pk/mrk/FLIGHT_008_STS-008_MRK.pdf; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Space Shuttle Misson STS-8 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC; Publication date: August 1983; https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/shuttle_pk/pk/Flight_008_STS-008_Press_Kit.pdf

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 076 - STS-9 - APU Bar-B-Que

Published: 21 Feb 2019

John Young flies for one last time, carrying a payload bay full of science. Wait, does someone hear a sizzling sound coming from the engine compartment?

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Bold They Rise: The Space Shuttle Early Years, 1972-1986: Authors: David Hitt, Heather R. Smith; Publication date: 1 June 2014; ISBN: 978-0803226487; Note: An excellent compilation of excerpts from early shuttle oral histories.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

STS-9 Press Information (Media Resource Kit): Publisher: Rockwell International; Publication date: November 1983; https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/shuttle_pk/mrk/FLIGHT_009_STS-009_MRK.pdf; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Space Shuttle Misson STS-9 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC; Publication date: November 1983; https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/shuttle_pk/pk/Flight_009_STS-009_Press_Kit.pdf

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 077 - STS-41B - A Big Leap for Bruce

Published: 7 Mar 2019

STS-41B (wait, what happened to STS-10?) runs into a few bumps in the road, but clears the road for the next mission and comes home with some pretty spiffy photos.

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41-B Press Information (Media Resource Kit): Publisher: Rockwell International; Publication date: January 1984; https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/shuttle_pk/mrk/FLIGHT_010_STS-41B_MRK.pdf; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Bold They Rise: The Space Shuttle Early Years, 1972-1986: Authors: David Hitt, Heather R. Smith; Publication date: 1 June 2014; ISBN: 978-0803226487; Note: An excellent compilation of excerpts from early shuttle oral histories.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

History of Space Shuttle Rendezvous: Author: John Goodman; Website name: NASA JSC; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/20110023479; Note: An indispensable history of Space Shuttle rendezvous an NASA rendezvous in general. I wish I had found this before Gemini.

Space Shuttle Misson STS-41B (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC; Publication date: February 1984; https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/shuttle_pk/pk/Flight_010_STS-41B_Press_Kit.pdf

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 078 - STS-41C - How To Catch A Spaceship.. Eventually

Published: 21 Mar 2019

The Solar Maximum Mission is in trouble, and only the crew of STS-41C can save it. Join us for the shuttle's first on-orbit repair of an uncrewed satellite!

Listen to Episode 078 - STS-41C - How To Catch A Spaceship.. Eventually

Bold They Rise: The Space Shuttle Early Years, 1972-1986: Authors: David Hitt, Heather R. Smith; Publication date: 1 June 2014; ISBN: 978-0803226487; Note: An excellent compilation of excerpts from early shuttle oral histories.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

History of Space Shuttle Rendezvous: Author: John Goodman; Website name: NASA JSC; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/20110023479; Note: An indispensable history of Space Shuttle rendezvous an NASA rendezvous in general. I wish I had found this before Gemini.

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 079 - STS-41D - Fourth Time's the Charm

Published: 4 Apr 2019

Space Shuttle Discovery joins the cast, and makes a dramatic entrance.

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Bold They Rise: The Space Shuttle Early Years, 1972-1986: Authors: David Hitt, Heather R. Smith; Publication date: 1 June 2014; ISBN: 978-0803226487; Note: An excellent compilation of excerpts from early shuttle oral histories.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Riding Rockets: The Outrageous Tales of a Space Shuttle Astronaut: Author: Mike Mullane; Publisher: Scribner

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 080 - STS-41G - Radiation, Radar, and Real Hydrazine

Published: 18 Apr 2019

Challenger's back on the launch pad with the biggest crew we've seen yet, but something seems to be wrong with the Ku-band antenna. I hope you're ready for some orbiter attitude gymnastics!

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Before Lift-off: The Making of a Space Shuttle Crew: Author: Henry S.F. Cooper Jr; Publication date: 1 September 1987; ISBN: 978-1501123627

Bold They Rise: The Space Shuttle Early Years, 1972-1986: Authors: David Hitt, Heather R. Smith; Publication date: 1 June 2014; ISBN: 978-0803226487; Note: An excellent compilation of excerpts from early shuttle oral histories.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 081 - STS-51A - Take a Commsat, Leave a Commsat

Published: 2 May 2019

STS-41B left some unfinished business in low earth orbit in the form of a couple of stranded communications satellites. On STS-51A, we're gonna go get 'em.

Listen to Episode 081 - STS-51A - Take a Commsat, Leave a Commsat

Bold They Rise: The Space Shuttle Early Years, 1972-1986: Authors: David Hitt, Heather R. Smith; Publication date: 1 June 2014; ISBN: 978-0803226487; Note: An excellent compilation of excerpts from early shuttle oral histories.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

History of Space Shuttle Rendezvous: Author: John Goodman; Website name: NASA JSC; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/20110023479; Note: An indispensable history of Space Shuttle rendezvous an NASA rendezvous in general. I wish I had found this before Gemini.

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 082 - STS-51C - Secrets and Satellites

Published: 30 May 2019

We're back to our usual schedule! And what better way to return from an unexpected break than a mission about which we know almost nothing? This week, STS-51C: the shuttle's first classified mission.

Listen to Episode 082 - STS-51C - Secrets and Satellites

Bold They Rise: The Space Shuttle Early Years, 1972-1986: Authors: David Hitt, Heather R. Smith; Publication date: 1 June 2014; ISBN: 978-0803226487; Note: An excellent compilation of excerpts from early shuttle oral histories.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 083 - STS-51D - Mach 25 Flyswatter

Published: 13 Jun 2019

We've got a full orbiter for this flight! Seven crew members, two commsats, a bunch of toys, and plenty of duct tape and cardboard.

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Bold They Rise: The Space Shuttle Early Years, 1972-1986: Authors: David Hitt, Heather R. Smith; Publication date: 1 June 2014; ISBN: 978-0803226487; Note: An excellent compilation of excerpts from early shuttle oral histories.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

History of Space Shuttle Rendezvous: Author: John Goodman; Website name: NASA JSC; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/20110023479; Note: An indispensable history of Space Shuttle rendezvous an NASA rendezvous in general. I wish I had found this before Gemini.

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 084 - STS-51B - Spacelab is GO for ops

Published: 27 Jun 2019

It's been a long wait, well, for some of us, but STS-51B is here! Spacelab is operational and has a whole bunch of science to do. But how are we going to get the monkeys into the payload bay?

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Bold They Rise: The Space Shuttle Early Years, 1972-1986: Authors: David Hitt, Heather R. Smith; Publication date: 1 June 2014; ISBN: 978-0803226487; Note: An excellent compilation of excerpts from early shuttle oral histories.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 085 - STS-51G - The SPARTAN, the Price, and the Star War

Published: 11 Jul 2019

We've got a lot going on for the fifth flight of Space Shuttle Discovery. Commsats, lasers, something about a star war, and did that guy say he was a prince?

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Bold They Rise: The Space Shuttle Early Years, 1972-1986: Authors: David Hitt, Heather R. Smith; Publication date: 1 June 2014; ISBN: 978-0803226487; Note: An excellent compilation of excerpts from early shuttle oral histories.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

History of Space Shuttle Rendezvous: Author: John Goodman; Website name: NASA JSC; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/20110023479; Note: An indispensable history of Space Shuttle rendezvous an NASA rendezvous in general. I wish I had found this before Gemini.

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 086 - STS-51F - Limits to Inhibit

Published: 25 Jul 2019

Challenger makes history on a one of a kind mission. Who knew turning a rotary dial could be so dramatic?

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Bold They Rise: The Space Shuttle Early Years, 1972-1986: Authors: David Hitt, Heather R. Smith; Publication date: 1 June 2014; ISBN: 978-0803226487; Note: An excellent compilation of excerpts from early shuttle oral histories.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

History of Space Shuttle Rendezvous: Author: John Goodman; Website name: NASA JSC; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/20110023479; Note: An indispensable history of Space Shuttle rendezvous an NASA rendezvous in general. I wish I had found this before Gemini.

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 087 - STS-51I - The No-Strap Nap

Published: 8 Aug 2019

The crew of STS-51I had an unusual satellite repair mission on the flight plan. They better make sure they're well rested.

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Bold They Rise: The Space Shuttle Early Years, 1972-1986: Authors: David Hitt, Heather R. Smith; Publication date: 1 June 2014; ISBN: 978-0803226487; Note: An excellent compilation of excerpts from early shuttle oral histories.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

History of Space Shuttle Rendezvous: Author: John Goodman; Website name: NASA JSC; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/20110023479; Note: An indispensable history of Space Shuttle rendezvous an NASA rendezvous in general. I wish I had found this before Gemini.

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 088 - STS-51J - A Fleet Complete

Published: 22 Aug 2019

With the addition of OV-104 Atlantis, the Space Shuttle fleet is complete. To celebrate, let's do another classified mission that we know almost nothing about. Also, The Space Above Us reveals some exciting news!

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Bold They Rise: The Space Shuttle Early Years, 1972-1986: Authors: David Hitt, Heather R. Smith; Publication date: 1 June 2014; ISBN: 978-0803226487; Note: An excellent compilation of excerpts from early shuttle oral histories.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 089 - STS-61A - Das Spacelab

Published: 5 Sep 2019

Spacelab is back with a flight sponsored by West Germany! I apologize in advance to any German-speaking listeners who have to endure my pronunciation.

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Bold They Rise: The Space Shuttle Early Years, 1972-1986: Authors: David Hitt, Heather R. Smith; Publication date: 1 June 2014; ISBN: 978-0803226487; Note: An excellent compilation of excerpts from early shuttle oral histories.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 090 - STS-61B - EASE of ACCESS

Published: 19 Sep 2019

Atlantis is back already with a bunch of satellites and an investigation into on-orbit construction of large structures.

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Bold They Rise: The Space Shuttle Early Years, 1972-1986: Authors: David Hitt, Heather R. Smith; Publication date: 1 June 2014; ISBN: 978-0803226487; Note: An excellent compilation of excerpts from early shuttle oral histories.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

History of Space Shuttle Rendezvous: Author: John Goodman; Website name: NASA JSC; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/20110023479; Note: An indispensable history of Space Shuttle rendezvous an NASA rendezvous in general. I wish I had found this before Gemini.

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Spacewalker: My Journey in Space and Faith as NASA's Record-Setting Frequent Flyer: Authors: Jerry L. Ross, John Norberg; Publication date: 31 January 2013; ISBN: 978-1557536310; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 091 - STS-61C - The End of Innocence

Published: 3 Oct 2019

Columbia is back after a long stint in the shop, but there seems to be some trouble getting off the launchpad.

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Bold They Rise: The Space Shuttle Early Years, 1972-1986: Authors: David Hitt, Heather R. Smith; Publication date: 1 June 2014; ISBN: 978-0803226487; Note: An excellent compilation of excerpts from early shuttle oral histories.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 092 - STS-51L - A Teacher in Space

Published: 17 Oct 2019

Before we deal with the tragic loss of Space Shuttle Challenger, we take a moment to learn about the remarkable mission that should have been.

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Centaur: America's Workhorse in Space: Publication date: 12 December 2012; https://www.nasa.gov/centers/glenn/about/history/centaur.html

Christa's Lost Lessons: https://web.archive.org/web/20131104080630/http://www.challenger.org/resources/christas-story/; Access date: 16 October 2019

Gregory B. Jarvis official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/jarvis.pdf; Access date: 2019

JSC Space News Roundup Vol. 24, No. 22: Publication date: 6 December 1985; https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/roundups/issues/85-12-06.pdf

Memo from Joseph P. Kerwin to Richard H. Truly: Author: Joseph P. Kerwin; Publication date: 28 July 1986; https://www.hq.nasa.gov/office/pao/History/kerwin.html; Note: Astronaut and physician Joe Kerwin's findings on crew survivability.

Michael J. Smith official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/smith_michael.pdf; Access date: 2019

NASA - STS-51L Mission Profile: Publication date: 5 December 2005; https://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/shuttle/shuttlemissions/archives/sts-51L.html; Access date: 16 October 2019

Report to the President by the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident (Volume 1): Authors: William P. Rogers, Neil A. Armstrong, David C. Acheson, Eugene E. Covert, Richard P. Feynman, Robert B. Hotz, Donald J. Kutyna, Sally K. Ride, Robert W. Rummel, Joseph F. Sutter, Arthur B. C. Walker, Jr, Albert D. Wheelon, Charles E. Yeager; Publication date: 6 June 1986; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/archive/nasa/casi.ntrs.nasa.gov/19860015255.pdf; Note: A must-read for anyone interested in learning about the Challenger accident. This is the official account of what happened and why.

S. Christa Corrigan McCauliffe official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/mcauliffe.pdf; Access date: 2019

Space Shuttle Mission STS-51-L (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Teacher in Space Project: Publication date: 22 January 1986; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/archive/nasa/casi.ntrs.nasa.gov/19860066587.pdf; Note: Information about the Teacher in Space Project, intended for use by teachers in the classroom.

The Challenger Disaster Put an End to NASA's Plan to Send Civilians Into Space: Author: Greg Daugherty; Publication date: 27 January 2016; https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/challenger-disaster-put-end-nasas-plans-send-civilians-space-180957922/; Access date: 14 October 2019

Truth, Lies, and O-Rings: Authors: Allan J. McDonald, James R. Hansen; Publication date: December 2018; ISBN: 9780813066035; Note: Required reading for anyone wanting to better understand the Challenger accident. Written by Morton-Thiokol SRB project director Allan McDonald.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 093 - STS-51L - A Cold Day in January

Published: 31 Oct 2019

We look at what physically happened on STS-51L and try to answer some questions.

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Challenger timeline: https://spaceflightnow.com/challenger/timeline/; Access date: 28 October 2019

Data Said to Show Quick Power Drop Just Before Blast: Author: Richard Witkin; Publication date: 1 February 1986; https://www.nytimes.com/1986/02/01/us/data-said-to-show-quick-power-drop-just-before-blast.html

Effect of Temperature and Gap Opening Rate on the Resiliency of Candidate Solid Rocket Booster O-Ring Materials: Author: Cynthia L. Lach; Publisher: NASA Langley Research Center; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/archive/nasa/casi.ntrs.nasa.gov/19920017951.pdf

NASA Had Warning of a Disaster Risk Posed by Booster: Author: Philip M. Boffey; Publication date: 9 February 1986

Report to the President by the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident (Volume 1): Authors: William P. Rogers, Neil A. Armstrong, David C. Acheson, Eugene E. Covert, Richard P. Feynman, Robert B. Hotz, Donald J. Kutyna, Sally K. Ride, Robert W. Rummel, Joseph F. Sutter, Arthur B. C. Walker, Jr, Albert D. Wheelon, Charles E. Yeager; Publication date: 6 June 1986; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/archive/nasa/casi.ntrs.nasa.gov/19860015255.pdf; Note: A must-read for anyone interested in learning about the Challenger accident. This is the official account of what happened and why.

Report to the President by the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident (Volume 4): Publication date: 1986; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/archive/nasa/casi.ntrs.nasa.gov/19860019504.pdf; Note: This contains transcripts from Presidential Commission hearings from 6 February 1986 to 25 February 1986

Report to the President by the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident (Volume 5): Publication date: 1986; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/archive/nasa/casi.ntrs.nasa.gov/19860019505.pdf; Note: This contains transcripts from Presidential Commission hearings from 26 February 1986 to 2 May 1986

Rocket Engineer Describes Arguing Against Launching: Author: David E. Sanger; Publication date: 19 February 1986; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Shuttle Risk Progression: Use of the Shuttle Probabilistic Risk Assessment (PRA) to Show Reliability Growth: Authors: Teri Hamlin, Eric Thigpen, Joseph Kahn, Yunnhon Lo; Publication date: 1 January 2011; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/archive/nasa/casi.ntrs.nasa.gov/20110004917.pdf; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

The Challenger Launch Decision: Risky Technology, Culture, and Deviance at NASA: Author: Diane Vaughan; Publisher: University of Chicago Press; ISBN: 9780226851761; Note: This book wasn't used as a direct source when writing these episodes. I read it years ago and it shaped my understanding of the accident, so I thought it would make sense to include it as an influence.

Truth, Lies, and O-Rings: Authors: Allan J. McDonald, James R. Hansen; Publication date: December 2018; ISBN: 9780813066035; Note: Required reading for anyone wanting to better understand the Challenger accident. Written by Morton-Thiokol SRB project director Allan McDonald.

Episode 094 - STS-51L - Normalization of Deviance

Published: 14 Nov 2019

We conclude our coverage of the Challenger accident by digging into why it was able to happen.

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Report to the President by the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident (Volume 1): Authors: William P. Rogers, Neil A. Armstrong, David C. Acheson, Eugene E. Covert, Richard P. Feynman, Robert B. Hotz, Donald J. Kutyna, Sally K. Ride, Robert W. Rummel, Joseph F. Sutter, Arthur B. C. Walker, Jr, Albert D. Wheelon, Charles E. Yeager; Publication date: 6 June 1986; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/archive/nasa/casi.ntrs.nasa.gov/19860015255.pdf; Note: A must-read for anyone interested in learning about the Challenger accident. This is the official account of what happened and why.

Report to the President by the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident (Volume 2, Appendix F: Personal Observations on Reliablity of Shuttle): Author: Richard P. Feynman; Publication date: 1986; https://history.nasa.gov/rogersrep/v2appf.htm; Note: This contains hearing transcripts. If you want to see for yourself what was actually said, this is the document you want.

Report to the President by the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident (Volume 4): Publication date: 1986; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/archive/nasa/casi.ntrs.nasa.gov/19860019504.pdf; Note: This contains transcripts from Presidential Commission hearings from 6 February 1986 to 25 February 1986

Report to the President by the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident (Volume 5): Publication date: 1986; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/archive/nasa/casi.ntrs.nasa.gov/19860019505.pdf; Note: This contains transcripts from Presidential Commission hearings from 26 February 1986 to 2 May 1986

Rocket Engineer Describes Arguing Against Launching: Author: David E. Sanger; Publication date: 19 February 1986; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Shuttle Risk Progression: Use of the Shuttle Probabilistic Risk Assessment (PRA) to Show Reliability Growth: Authors: Teri Hamlin, Eric Thigpen, Joseph Kahn, Yunnhon Lo; Publication date: 1 January 2011; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/archive/nasa/casi.ntrs.nasa.gov/20110004917.pdf; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

The Challenger Launch Decision: Risky Technology, Culture, and Deviance at NASA: Author: Diane Vaughan; Publisher: University of Chicago Press; ISBN: 9780226851761; Note: This book wasn't used as a direct source when writing these episodes. I read it years ago and it shaped my understanding of the accident, so I thought it would make sense to include it as an influence.

Truth, Lies, and O-Rings: Authors: Allan J. McDonald, James R. Hansen; Publication date: December 2018; ISBN: 9780813066035; Note: Required reading for anyone wanting to better understand the Challenger accident. Written by Morton-Thiokol SRB project director Allan McDonald.

Episode 095 - During the Downtime

Published: 28 Nov 2019

We take a quick break from the main narrative to take a look around at a few things that happened during the shuttle's lengthy hiatus.

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Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 096 - STS-26 - Return to Flight

Published: 12 Dec 2019

The Space Shuttle is flying again with STS-26! Let's see if we can figure out how to fold some chairs.

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Dressing for Altitude: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; Publisher: NASA; Publication date: 2012; https://www.nasa.gov/pdf/683215main_DressingAltitude-ebook.pdf

STS-26 National Space Transportation System Mission Report: Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle Mission STS-26 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

US Spacesuits: Authors: Kenneth S. Thomas, Harold J. McMann; Publisher: Springer; Publication date: 11 Sep 2007

Episode 097 - STS-27 - All Tensed Up

Published: 26 Dec 2019

This week we've got classified satellites, alarming heat shield damage, and another Mike is out of his seat!

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After Ten Years: the Fateful FRR: https://waynehale.wordpress.com/2012/12/29/after-ten-years-the-fateful-frr/

Guy S. Gardner official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/gardner_guy.pdf; Access date: 24 Dec 2019

Hoot Gibson Oral History (22 January 2016): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/GibsonRL/GibsonRL_1-22-16.pdf

Jerry Ross Oral History (26 January 2004): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/RossJL/RossJL_1-26-2004.pdf

Riding Rockets: The Outrageous Tales of a Space Shuttle Astronaut: Author: Mike Mullane; Publisher: Scribner

STS-27: Website name: Wikipedia; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/STS-27

STS-27 National Space Transportation System Mission Report: Publisher: NASA JSC

STS-27R OV-104 Orbiter TPS Damage Review Team Summary Report: https://ntrs.nasa.gov/search.jsp?R=19890010807

Satellite with 150-ft. Space Set for Launch on Mission 27: Publication name: Aviation Week & Space Technology; Publication date: 7 Nov 1988; Location: Page 25

Secret Space Escapes - Episode 3 - Secret Mayday Mission: Note: Documentary series featuring interviews with astronauts of various missions

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Spacewalker: My Journey in Space and Faith as NASA's Record-Setting Frequent Flyer: Authors: Jerry L. Ross, John Norberg; Publication date: 31 January 2013; ISBN: 978-1557536310; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

William M. Shepherd official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/shepherd_william.pdf; Access date: 24 Dec 2019

William Shepherd: Website name: Wikipedia; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Shepherd; Access date: 24 Dec 2019

Episode 098 - STS-29 - A Constellation Complete

Published: 9 Jan 2020

Yes, we went from STS-27 right to STS-29. Discovery is flying again with a TDRS to deploy, some pipes to shake up, and a John Blaha to defend.

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Discovery beats the weather: Publication name: Countdown Magazine; Publication date: Apr 1989; Location: Page 4

John E. Blaha official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/blaha_john.pdf; Access date: 8 Jan 2020

Mission 29 Ready for Launch: Publication name: Aviation Week & Space Technology; Publication date: 13 Mar 1989; Location: Page 25

Robert C. Springer official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/springer_robert.pdf; Access date: 8 Jan 2020

STS-29 National Space Transportation System Mission Report: Publisher: NASA JSC

STS-29 Press Information (Media Resource Kit): Publisher: Rockwell International

STS-29 flies with an eye on Earth: Publication name: Countdown Magazine; Publication date: May 1989; Location: Page 17

STS-61-H: Website name: Wikipedia; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/STS-61-H; Access date: 7 Jan 2020

Serendipity in the space program: TDRS-1, GEODSS, and one amazing phone call: Author: NASA; Website name: The Space Review; https://www.thespacereview.com/article/3234/1; Access date: 19 Feb 2020

Shuttle Mission 29 Set to Conduct Space Station Test, Deploy TDRS: Author: Craig Covault; Publication name: Aviation Week & Space Technology; Publication date: 6 Mar 1989; Location: Page 49

Space Shuttle Mission STS-29 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Text and Graphics System: Author: NASA; Website name: NASA Human Spaceflight; https://spaceflight.nasa.gov/shuttle/reference/shutref/orbiter/comm/inst/tags.html; Access date: 19 Feb 2020

Episode 099 - STS-30 - The Spare Part Spacecraft

Published: 23 Jan 2020

After nearly ten years, NASA is launching another interplanetary probe! Magellan is headed to Venus and it's catching a ride with Space Shuttle Atlantis

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Magellan: Website name: NASA Space Science Data Coordinated Archive; https://nssdc.gsfc.nasa.gov/nmc/spacecraft/display.action?id=1989-033B; Access date: 20 Jan 2020; Note: Used to confirm cost of Magellan mission.

Magellan (spacecraft): Website name: Wikipedia; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magellan_(spacecraft); Access date: 10 Jan 2020

Magellan And the First Circumnavigation of the World: Author: Ian Cameron; ISBN: 0841502579 / 9780841502574; Note: Used to confirm number of men on Magellan's expedition.

Magellan Mission at a Glance: Website name: NASA JPL; https://www2.jpl.nasa.gov/magellan/fact.html; Access date: 19 Jan 2020; Note: Used to confirm Magellan SAR frequency.

STS-30 National Space Transportation System Mission Report: Publisher: NASA JSC

STS-30 carries on with Shuttle science: Publication name: Countdown Magazine; Publication date: May 1989; Location: Page 13

STS-30 ready to launch rebirth of planetary program: Publication name: Countdown Magazine; Publication date: May 1989; Location: Page 3

Space Shuttle Mission STS-30 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

The Magellan Venus Explorer's Guide: Author: Carolynn Young; Publisher: NASA JPL; Publication date: 1 Aug 1990

Episode 100 - 100th Episode Special

Published: 6 Feb 2020

The Space Above Us has reached 100 episodes! Let's take a break from space, spaceflight history, NASA, Project Mercury, the X-15, Project Gemini, the Apollo Program, Skylab, and the Space Shuttle, and answer some audience questions! That previous sentence definitely wasn't crafted to make the show more discoverable to space nerds.

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Episode 101 - STS-28 - Spinners, Skulls, and Sparks

Published: 20 Feb 2020

Columbia is back in the flight rotation with a mysterious spacecraft in the payload bay and a mysterious experiment in the middeck!

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Don't count heads aboard STS-36: Publication name: Countdown Magazine; Publication date: April 1990; Location: Page 8; Note: The title mentions STS-36 this was the first unclassified flight the 'phantom head' flew on, so it was the first time the public found out about it, I guess.

Flight History of Canadarm: Website name: Canadian Space Agency; https://www.asc-csa.gc.ca/eng/canadarm/flight.asp; Access date: 17 Feb 2020

James Adamson official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/adamson_james.pdf; Access date: 16 Feb 2020

Mark Brown official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/brown_mark_1.pdf; Access date: 16 Feb 2020

Richard Richards official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/richards_richard.pdf; Access date: 16 Feb 2020

STS-28 National Space Transportation System Mission Report: Publisher: NASA JSC

STS-28R Early Boundary Layer Transition: Author: J. A. Smith; Website name: NASA JSC; https://web.archive.org/web/20130408201512/http://www.jsc.nasa.gov/news/columbia/sts28r_earlyboundary.pdf; Access date: ~9 Feb 2020; Note: I used this to check the material of the gap fillers.

Secret CIA Satellite Launched by Shuttle Columbia Observed 'Tumbling' by Astronomers in 7 Countries: Publication name: Aviation Week & Space Technology; Publication date: 9 Oct 1989; Location: Page 35

Secret Space Shuttles: Website name: Air & Space; Publication date: August 2009; https://www.airspacemag.com/space/secret-space-shuttles-35318554/; Access date: 9 Feb 2020

Short circuit confirmed on shuttle trip: Author: 'Compiled from wire reports'; Publication name: Herald-Journal (Newspaper); Publication date: 13 Oct 1989; Access date: 19 Feb 2020

Space Shuttle Mission STS-28 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Space Year 1991: The Complete Record of the Year's Space Events: Author: Nigel Macknight; Publication date: 1990; Locations: Page 34-37, Page 45

Text and Graphics System: Author: NASA; Website name: NASA Human Spaceflight; https://spaceflight.nasa.gov/shuttle/reference/shutref/orbiter/comm/inst/tags.html; Access date: 19 Feb 2020

Tile Gap Filler, Shuttle, STS-114: Author: National Air and Space Museum; Website name: Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum; https://airandspace.si.edu/collection-object/tile-gap-filler-shuttle-sts-114/nasm_A20060583000; Access date: 19 Feb 2020; Note: I used this just to check the material of the gap fillers.

Top-Secret U.S. Satellite May Be Tumbling: Author: Deseret News; Publication name: Deseret News; Publication date: 7 Oct 1989; https://www.deseret.com/1989/10/7/18826937/top-secret-u-s-satellite-may-be-tumbling-in-orbit; Access date: 18 Feb 2020

USA 40: Website name: NASA Space Science Data Coordinated Archive; https://nssdc.gsfc.nasa.gov/nmc/spacecraft/display.action?id=1989-061B; Access date: 18 Feb 2020

USA 41: Website name: NASA Space Science Data Coordinated Archive; https://nssdc.gsfc.nasa.gov/nmc/spacecraft/display.action?id=1989-061C; Access date: 18 Feb 2020

Episode 102 - STS-34 - The Long Road to Jupiter

Published: 5 Mar 2020

Atlantis is back on the launchpad and has another interplanetary mission in its payload bay! Galileo is headed to Jupiter! Please set aside 110 days to download this episode.

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Ellen Baker official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/baker_ellen.pdf; Access date: 25 Feb 2020

Flying in Deep Space: The Galileo Mission to Jupiter (Part I): Author: David Clow; Publication name: Quest: The History of Spaceflight Quarterly; Publication date: Volume 20, Number 4, 2013

Flying in Deep Space: The Galileo Mission to Jupiter (Part II): Author: David Clow; Publication name: Quest: The History of Spaceflight Quarterly; Publication date: Volume 21, Number 1, 2014

Galileo Galilei: Author: Wikipedia Users; Website name: Wikipedia; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Galileo_Galilei; Access date: 04 Mar 2020; Note: Used to check Galileo's birthday and place of birth.

M 6.9 - Loma Prieta, California Earthquake: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: USGS; https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/nc216859/executive; Access date: ~2 Mar 2020

Michael McCulley official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/mcculley_michael.pdf; Access date: 25 Feb 2020

STS-34 National Space Transportation System Mission Report: Publisher: NASA JSC

STS-34 Press Information (Media Resource Kit): Publisher: Rockwell International

STS-34 mission preview: Publication name: Countdown Magazine; Publication date: December 1989; Location: Page 19

STS-34 mission review, part 1: Publication name: Countdown Magazine; Publication date: December 1989; Location: Page 4

STS-34 review: Publication name: Countdown Magazine; Publication date: January 1990; Location: Page 4

Space Shuttle Mission STS-34 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Space Year 1991: The Complete Record of the Year's Space Events: Author: Nigel Macknight; Publication date: 1990; Locations: Page 34-37, Page 45

The Evolution of Technology in the Deep Space Network: Author: NASA JPL; Website name: NASA JPL; https://web.archive.org/web/20110614133445/http://deepspace.jpl.nasa.gov/technology/95_20/gll_case_study.html; Access date: 04 Mar 2020; Note: Used to check effective bitrate of Galileo mission after DSN upgrades and compression algorithms.

Episode 103 - STS-33 - Magnum Maybe

Published: 19 Mar 2020

We end up with a shorter episode thanks to another classified flight. But if you need a sweet new PC, I think Huey can hook you up.

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Frederick Gregory: Website name: Wikipedia; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frederick_D._Gregory; Access date: 11 Mar 2020; Note: Used to check list of flown missions.

John Blaha: Website name: Wikipedia; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_E._Blaha; Access date: 11 Mar 2020; Note: Used to check list of flown missions.

Kathryn C. Thornton: Website name: Wikipedia; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kathryn_C._Thornton; Access date: 11 Mar 2020; Note: Used to check list of flown missions.

Kathryn Thornton official biography: Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/thornton_kathryn.pdf; Access date: 11 Mar 2020

Manley "Sonny " Carter official biography: Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/carter_manley_0.pdf; Access date: 11 Mar 2020

STS-33 National Space Transportation System Mission Report: Publisher: NASA JSC

Sonny Carter: Website name: Wikipedia; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sonny_Carter; Access date: 11 Mar 2020; Note: Used to check list of flown missions.

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Story Musgrave: Website name: Wikipedia; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Story_Musgrave; Access date: 11 Mar 2020; Note: Used to check list of flown missions.

Episode 104 - STS-32 - Longer Duration Exposure Facility

Published: 2 Apr 2020

The Long Duration Exposure Facility has been waiting for its ride home for a while. Let's go catch it before it becomes the Short Duration Exposure to Reentry Conditions Facility.

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Bonnie Dunbar Oral History (20 Jan 2005): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/DunbarBJ/DunbarBJ_1-20-05.pdf; Access date: 1 Apr 2020

G. David Low: Website name: Wikipedia; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/G._David_Low; Access date: 1 Apr 2020; Note: Used to check Low's first name

G. David Low official biography: Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/low_g_david_0.pdf; Access date: 1 Apr 2020

Germination, Growth Rates, and Electron Microscope Analysis of Tomato Seeds Flown on the LDEF: Authors: E C Hammond Jr, K Bridgers, F D Berry; https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11540518/; Access date: 1 Apr 2020; Note: Abstract only

History of Space Shuttle Rendezvous: Author: John Goodman; Website name: NASA JSC; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/20110023479; Note: An indispensable history of Space Shuttle rendezvous an NASA rendezvous in general. I wish I had found this before Gemini.

JSC Space News Roundup: https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/roundups/issues/90-01-19.pdf; Access date: 1 Apr 2020

James D. Wetherbee official biography: Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/wetherbee_james.pdf; Access date: 1 Apr 2020

Long Duration Exposure Facility (LDEF) Archive System: https://web.archive.org/web/20160529014413/http://setas-www.larc.nasa.gov/LDEF/; Access date: 1 Apr 2020; Note: Checking LDEF deploy altitude

Marsha S. Ivins official biography: Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/ivins_marsha.pdf; Access date: 1 Apr 2020

STS-32 National Space Transportation System Mission Report: Publisher: NASA JSC

STS-32 Press Information (Media Resource Kit): Publisher: [u'Rockwell International']

Sky Walking: An Astronaut's Memoir: Author: Tom Jones; Publisher: Harper Collins; Note: Checking nickname for Astronaut Class 13

Space Shuttle Mission STS-32 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 106 - STS-31 - The Sneaky Satellite

Published: 16 Apr 2020

Atlantis has something in its payload bay.. what it could be is anyone's guess!

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Galileo trajectory design: Authors: Louis A D'amario, Larre E Bright, Aron A. Wolf; https://ui.adsabs.harvard.edu/abs/1992SSRv...60...23D/abstract; Access date: 14 Apr 2020; Note: Checking dates of Galileo flybys

Human Skull Launched Into Space On Secret Military Shuttle Flight: Author: Craig Covault; Publication name: Aviation Week & Space Technology; Publication date: 12 Mar 1990; Location: Page 20

John H. Casper official biography: Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/casper_john.pdf; Access date: 14 Apr 2020

MISTY / AFP-731: Author: Charles P. Vick; https://www.globalsecurity.org/space/systems/afp-731.htm; Access date: 15 Apr 2020

Payload Deployment Method and System: Authors: Clifford J. Barnett, John E. Greenwood, Earl V. Holman; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/archive/nasa/casi.ntrs.nasa.gov/19880015276.pdf; Access date: 14 Apr 2020

Pierre J. Thuot official biography: Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/thuot_pierre.pdf; Access date: 14 Apr 2020

Riding Rockets: The Outrageous Tales of a Space Shuttle Astronaut: Author: Mike Mullane; Publisher: Scribner

STS-36 National Space Transportation System Mission Report: Publisher: NASA JSC

Soviets Claim Reconnaissance Satellite Launched By Atlantis Has Failed: Publication name: Aviation Week & Space Technology; Publication date: 26 Mar 1990; Location: Page 23

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

United States Patent - Satellite Signature Suppression Shield: Authors: Morton T. Eldridge, Karl H. McKechnie, Richard M Hefley; https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11540518/

Episode 106 - STS-31 - Orbiting Observatory

Published: 30 Apr 2020

The Hubble Space Telescope is finally here and it's about to rewrite the textbooks. If we can just get it to clear the payload bay in one piece.

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Astronomical Advantages of an Extra-Terrestrial Observatory: Author: Lyman Spitzer Jr.; Publication name: The RAND Corpoation; Publication date: 30 Jul 1946; https://history.nasa.gov/SP-4407/ETUv5.pdf; Note: The paper is on page 546 (page 573 in the PDF).

How Launching Hubble Space Telescope Influenced Space Shuttle Mission Operations: Author: Steven A. Hawley; Publication name: Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets; Publication date: 2 Mar 2014; Location: Vol. 25, No. 2, Page 385

Power to Explore: A History of Marshall Space Flight Center 1960-1990 (SP-4313): Authors: Andrew J. Dunar, Stephen P. Waring; Publication name: The NASA History Series; Publication date: 1999; Location: Chapter XII - The Hubble Space Telescope (p473); https://history.nasa.gov/SP-4313.pdf

SRMS History, Evolution and Lessons Learned: Authors: Glenn Jorgensen, Elizabeth Bains; Publication date: 26 Sep 2011; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/search.jsp?R=20110015563

SRMS History, Evolution and Lessons Learned: Authors: Glenn Jorgensen, Elizabeth Bains; Publication date: 26 Sep 2011; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/search.jsp?R=20110015563

STS-31 National Space Transportation System Mission Report: Publisher: NASA JSC

STS-31 Post-Flight Presentation: Publication name: NASA; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NEr7pjhplWI

Space Shuttle Mission STS-31 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Svetlana Savitskaya: Website name: Wikipedia; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Svetlana_Savitskaya; Access date: 29 Apr 2020; Note: Just a quick check to see the dates of Savitskaya's flights

The Hubble Space Telescope: From Concept to Success: Authors: David J. Shayler, David M. Harland; Publication name: Springer; Publication date: 2016

Episode 107 - STS-41 - Hang a Left at Jupiter

Published: 14 May 2020

Ulysses has a long journey ahead of it, and it all starts on Space Shuttle Discovery and STS-41!

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Bob Cabana Oral History (15 July 2015): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/CabanaRD/CabanaRD_7-15-15.pdf

Bruce E. Melnick official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/melnick_bruce.pdf; Access date: 13 May 2020

Dick Richards Oral History (26 Jan 2006): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/RichardsRN/RichardsRN_1-26-06.pdf

Robert D. Cabana official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/cabana_robert.pdf; Access date: 13 May 2020

SHUTTLE MISSION PUTS COMPUTERS TO THE TEST: Author: Peter H. Leweis; Publication name: The Baltimore Sun; Publication date: 12 Aug 1991; https://www.baltimoresun.com/news/bs-xpm-1991-08-12-1991224096-story.html; Note: This mostly isn't about STS-41 but it confirms Dick Richards' recollection that the computer was a Macintosh Portable

STS-41 National Space Transportation System Mission Report: Publisher: NASA JSC

STS-41 Post-Flight Presentation: Publication name: NASA; https://youtu.be/fXaUzko8wYI

STS-41 Press Information (Media Resource Kit): Publisher: Rockwell International

STS-41 Voice Command System Flight Experiment Report: Author: George A. Salazar; Publication name: NASA JSC; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/search.jsp?R=20180001751

Space Shuttle Mission STS-41 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Tom Akers official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/akers_thomas.pdf; Access date: 13 May 2020

Ulysses (spacecraft): Website name: Wikipedia; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ulysses_(spacecraft); Access date: 12 May 2020; Note: Used to quickly double check a few dates and the visual appearance of the spacecraft.

Episode 108 - STS-38 - On the Prowl

Published: 28 May 2020

STS-38 seems to be a run of the mill classified mission at first.. until someone discovers something flashing in GEO.

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Atlantis Diverted to Kennedy After Deploying Military Payload: Author: Edward H. Kolcum; Publication name: Aviation Week & Space Technology; Publication date: 26 Oct 1990; Location: Page 120

Beyond Top Secret: Author: CBS Evening News; Website name: National Reconnaissance Office; Publication date: 4 Feb 1998; https://fas.org/irp/news/1998/cbs/index.html; Access date: 27 May 2020

Carl J. Meade official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/meade_carl.pdf; Access date: 26 May 2020

Charles D. Gemar official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/gemar_charles.pdf; Access date: 26 May 2020

Evaluation of the Opportunity to Launch Prowler on STS 38: Author: Ted Molczan; Publication date: 19 Feb 2011; http://satobs.org/seesat_ref/STS_38/Evaluation_of_the_Opportunity_to_Launch_Prowler_on_STS_38.pdf

Frank L. Culbertson official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/culbertson_frank.pdf; Access date: 26 May 2020

Invasion of Kuwait: Website name: Wikipedia; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Invasion_of_Kuwait; Access date: 26 May 2020; Note: Used to check date of Iraqi invasion of Kuwait

Next Shuttle Flight to Carry Sensors For Providing Intelligence on Persian Gulf: Author: Edward H. Kolcum; Publication name: Aviation Week & Space Technology; Publication date: 22 Oct 1990; Location: Page 29

Out of the Black: The Declassification of the NRO: Website name: National Reconnaissance Office; https://nsarchive2.gwu.edu//NSAEBB/NSAEBB257/index.htm; Access date: 27 May 2020

Out of the Shadows: The Shuttle's Secret Payloads: Author: Dwayne A. Day; Publication name: Spaceflight (British Interplanetary Society); Publication date: Feb 1999 (Vol. 41 No. 2)

STS-38 National Space Transportation System Mission Report: Publisher: NASA JSC

Shuttle Atlantis Launched on Military Mission: Publication name: Aviation Week & Space Technology; Publication date: 19 Nov 1990; Location: Page 15

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

The Gateway to Astronaut Photography of Earth: https://web.archive.org/web/20120225065551/http://eol.jsc.nasa.gov/scripts/sseop/QuickView.pl?directory=ISD&ID=STS038-84-23; Access date: 26 May 2020; Note: Photograph of Atlantis payload bay on STS-38

Unknown GEO Object 2000-653A / 90007 Identified as Prowler: Author: Ted Molczan; Publication date: 21 Jan 2011; http://satobs.org/seesat_ref/STS_38/Unknown_GEO_Object_2000-653A_-_90007_Identified_as_Prowler.pdf

What is America's top-secret spy program?: Author: Robert Windrem; Website name: NBC News; Publication date: 9 Dec 2004; http://www.nbcnews.com/id/6687654/ns/us_news-security/t/what-americas-top-secret-spy-program/; Access date: 26 May 2020

Episode 109 - STS-35 - A Little Bit of the Old Ultraviolet

Published: 11 Jun 2020

Columbia has a tricky time getting off the launchpad, but once it does, it performs some fancy astronomy that can only be done in space!

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Meet Astronaut Sam Durrance: Website name: NASA KSC Visitor Complex; https://www.kennedyspacecenter.com/launches-and-events/events-calendar/2020/august/meet-astronaut-sam-durrance; Access date: 8 June 2020; Note: I just used this to confirm that Durrance goes by Sam and not Samuel

Ronald A. Parise official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/parise.pdf; Access date: 8 June 2020

STS-35 MER Problem Report: Publisher: NASA JSC

STS-35 National Space Transportation System Mission Report: Publisher: NASA JSC

Samuel T. Durrance official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/durrance.pdf; Access date: 8 June 2020

Shuttle Flight Operations Manual: Publisher: NASA JSC; https://www.scribd.com/document/46635652/Shuttle-Flight-Operations-Manual-Vol-12-Crew-Systems; Note: I specifically used Volume 12, Basic, Revision B, from August 14th, 1987, which is where this link goes. However, more up to date versions are available with a pretty easy search.

Space Shuttle Mission STS-35 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 110 - STS-37 - Go for GRO

Published: 25 Jun 2020

Atlantis has one heavy satellite to deploy, and the EVA crew has to evaluate some strange exercise devices in the payload bay. Sort of.

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About The Compton Gamma Ray Observatory: Website name: NASA GSFC; https://heasarc.gsfc.nasa.gov/docs/cgro/cgro/; Access date: 23 June 2020

Compton Gamma Ray Observatory Re-Entry Activities: Authors: Dolores Beasley, Nancy Neal; Website name: CGRO Science Support Center; Publication date: 26 May 2000; https://heasarc.gsfc.nasa.gov/docs/cgro/deorbit/reentry.html; Access date: 24 June 2020

Compton Gamma Ray Observatory Safely Returns to Earth: Authors: Dolores Beasley, Nancy Neal; Website name: CGRO Science Support Center; Publication date: 4 June 2000; https://heasarc.gsfc.nasa.gov/docs/cgro/deorbit/return.html; Access date: 24 June 2020

Compton Gamma-Ray Observatory: Website name: NASA Space Science Data Coordinated Archive; https://nssdc.gsfc.nasa.gov/nmc/spacecraft/display.action?id=1991-027B; Access date: 23 June 2020

Dr. Arthur Holly Compton: Website name: NASA GSFC; https://heasarc.gsfc.nasa.gov/docs/cgro/cgro/compton.html; Access date: 23 June 2020

Friday Flight Director Story: Author: Wayne Hale; Website name: Wayne Hale's Blog (NASA); https://blogs.nasa.gov/waynehalesblog/2008/09/26/post_1222460339705/

Hubble Essentials: Website name: HubbleSite; https://web.archive.org/web/20160706034142/http://hubblesite.org/the_telescope/hubble_essentials/quick_facts.php; Access date: 23 June 2020; Note: Confirming Hubble mass

Jay Apt official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/apt_jerome.pdf; Access date: 20 June 2020

Jerry Ross Oral History (26 January 2004): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/RossJL/RossJL_1-26-2004.pdf

Kenneth Cameron Astronautix biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://web.archive.org/web/20020309185800/http://www.astronautix.com/astros/cameron.htm; Access date: 20 June 2020

Kenneth D. Cameron official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/cameron_kenneth_0.pdf; Access date: 20 June 2020

Linda M. Godwin official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/godwin_linda.pdf; Access date: 20 June 2020

Massive star's dying blast caught by rapid-response telescopes: Author: Arizona State University; Website name: Phys.org; https://phys.org/news/2017-07-massive-star-dying-blast-caught.html; Access date: 24 June 2020; Note: Fun fact about how much energy is released in a gamma ray burst

STS-37 National Space Transportation System Mission Report: Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle Mission STS-37 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Spacewalker: My Journey in Space and Faith as NASA's Record-Setting Frequent Flyer: Authors: Jerry L. Ross, John Norberg; Publication date: 31 January 2013; ISBN: 978-1557536310; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Steve Nagel Oral History (20 December 2002): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/NagelSR/NagelSR_12-20-02.pdf

The Energetic Gamma Ray Experiment Telescope (EGRET): Website name: CGRO Science Support Center; https://heasarc.gsfc.nasa.gov/docs/cgro/cgro/egret.html; Access date: 24 June 2020

The Gamma Ray Observatory: Website name: NASA JSC; https://er.jsc.nasa.gov/seh/gamray.html; Access date: 23 June 2020

The Imaging Compton Telescope (COMPTEL): Website name: CGRO Science Support Center; https://heasarc.gsfc.nasa.gov/docs/cgro/cgro/comptel.html; Access date: 24 June 2020

Wayne Hale Oral History (28 May 2014): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/NASA_HQ/Administrators/HaleNW/HaleNW_5-28-14.pdf

[[ PUT APOLLO BY THE NUMBERS HERE ]]: Website name:; Access date: 24 June 2020

Episode 111 - STS-39 - Orbital Ballet

Published: 9 Jul 2020

Discovery has a payload bay full of multi-spectral instruments and is ready to perform an orbital ballet.

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Charles Lacy Veach official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/veach_charles.pdf; Access date: 6 July 2020

Donald R. McMonagle official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/mcmonagle_donald.pdf; Access date: 6 July 2020

Gregory J. Harbaugh official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/harbaugh_gregory.pdf; Access date: 6 July 2020

Guy Bluford Oral History (2 August 2004): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/BlufordGS/BlufordGS_8-2-2004.pdf

History of Space Shuttle Rendezvous: Author: John Goodman; Website name: NASA JSC; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/20110023479; Note: An indispensable history of Space Shuttle rendezvous an NASA rendezvous in general. I wish I had found this before Gemini.

L. Blaine Hammond official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/hammond_l_blaine.pdf; Access date: 6 July 2020

Mike Coats Oral History (14 July 2015): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/CoatsML/CoatsML_7-14-15.pdf

Mike Coats Oral History (5 August 2015): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/CoatsML/CoatsML_8-5-15.pdf

Mike Coats Oral History (9 November 2012): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/CoatsML/CoatsML_11-9-12.pdf

Richard J. Hieb official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/hieb.pdf; Access date: 6 July 2020

STS-39 National Space Transportation System Mission Report: Publisher: NASA JSC

STS-39 Post-Flight Presentation: Publication name: NASA; https://youtu.be/2ftg5YfemU0

STS-39 Press Information (Media Resource Kit): Publisher: Rockwell International

Space Shuttle Mission STS-39 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 112 - STS-40 - Jarful of Jellyfish

Published: 23 Jul 2020

It seems like this human spaceflight thing might be here to stay, so we better do some life sciences experiments and learn more about the impact of microgravity on the human body. Also, Space Shuttle Columbia carries more jellyfish into space than it ever has before.

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Astronaut Biography: Andrew Gaffney: http://www.spacefacts.de/bios/astronauts/english/gaffney_andrew.htm; Note: Checking Gaffney's first name

F. Andrew Gaffney official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/gaffney-fa.pdf; Access date: 20 July 2020

From Undersea to Outer Space: The STS-40 Jellyfish Experiment: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FvjVKAAvIn8

John Fabian Oral History (10 February 2006): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/FabianJM/FabianJM_2-10-06.pdf

Millie Hughes-Fulford official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/hughes-fulford_millie.pdf; Access date: 20 July 2020

STS-40 Crew During Spacelab Sim: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bJq4w1ZEWlk

STS-40 National Space Transportation System Mission Report: Publisher: NASA JSC

STS-40 Press Information (Media Resource Kit): Publisher: Rockwell International

Sidney M. Gutierrez official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/gutierrez_sidney.pdf; Access date: 20 July 2020

Space Shuttle Mission STS-40 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Tamara E. Jernigan official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/jernigan_tamara.pdf; Access date: 20 July 2020

Vestibular System: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vestibular_system; Note: I generally avoid using Wikipedia as a main source, but the human vestibular system isn't really my focus. I just wanted to double check my understanding of it.

Episode 113 - STS-43 - TDRS with a Side of Science

Published: 6 Aug 2020

TDRS-E needs a ride to space, John Blaha is in command, and the middeck is full of science experiments.

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John E. Blaha Oral History (18 August 2006): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/BlahaJE/BlahaJE_8-18-06.pdf

John E. Blaha Oral History (3 December 2004): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/BlahaJE/BlahaJE_12-3-04.pdf

Macintosh Portable: Used in Space Shuttle: Website name: Apple; Publication date: 19 Feb 2012; https://support.apple.com/kb/TA30635?locale=en_US; Access date: 31 July 2020

Michael A. Baker official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/baker-m.pdf; Access date: 31 July 2020

Partnership in Space: The Mid to Late Nineties: Author: Ben Evans; Publication date: 2014; ISBN: 978-1-4614-3277-7

Personal correspondence with topic expert CS: Note: Discussing challenges of calibrating remote sensing platforms.

STS-43 -- not just another TDRS mission: Publication name: Countdown Magazine; Publication date: August 1991; Location: Page 4

STS-43 National Space Transportation System Mission Report: Publisher: NASA JSC

STS-43 Press Information (Media Resource Kit): Publisher: Rockwell International

STS-43 shows off what a Shuttle flight should be like: Publication name: Countdown Magazine; Publication date: October 1991; Location: Page 5

Space Shuttle Mission STS-43 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 114 - STS-48 - Science in the Stratosphere

Published: 20 Aug 2020

Discovery has the Upper Atmosphere Research Satellite in the payload bay, and it's ready to learn all about the stratosphere and mesosphere! This episode was originally going to have a story about the mission commander trying to ski in space but I ran out of time!

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Development and Execution of End-of-Mission Operations Case Study of the UARS and ERBS End-of-Mission Plans: Authors: John Hughes, Julio L. Marius, Manuel Montoro, Mehul Patel, David Bludworth; Publication date: 19 June 2006; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/20080039323

Discovery Reentry Shifted to Edwards; UARS Payload Begins Ozone Mission: Author: Craig Covault; Publication name: Aviation Week & Space Technology; Publication date: 23 September 1991; Location: Page 62

Discovery to Launch First Element of NASA's Mission to Planet Earth: Author: Craig Covault; Publication name: Aviation Week & Space Technology; Publication date: 9 September 1991; Location: Page 63

International Space Station Again Dodges Debris: Publisher: NASA JSC; Publication date: July 2011; https://orbitaldebris.jsc.nasa.gov/quarterly-news/pdfs/odqnv15i3.pdf

John O. Creighton Oral History (3 May 2004): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/CreightonJO/CreightonJO_5-3-04.pdf

Kenneth S. Reightler Jr official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/reightle.pdf; Access date: 18 August 2020

NASA: Satellite debris has hit Earth: Publication date: 24 September 2011; https://www.washingtonpost.com/national/health-science/nasa-satellite-debris-might-hit-us/2011/09/23/gIQA5VmiqK_story.html

Partnership in Space: The Mid to Late Nineties: Author: Ben Evans; Publication date: 2014; ISBN: 978-1-4614-3277-7

STS-48 National Space Transportation System Mission Report: Publisher: NASA JSC

STS-48 Press Information (Media Resource Kit): Publisher: Rockwell International

Space Shuttle Mission STS-48 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Upper Atmosphere Research Satelite (UARS): A program to study global ozone change: Publication date: 1 January 1991; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19920001849

Episode 115 - STS-44 - Infrared Signatures and Caterpillar Men

Published: 3 Sep 2020

For a simple IUS-based deploy mission, I sure found a lot to say about this mission! We've got nuclear bombs, caterpillar men, pranks, and multiple near-collisions in the air and in space.

Listen to Episode 115 - STS-44 - Infrared Signatures and Caterpillar Men

Astronauts to Launch Warning Satellite, Assess Manned Reconnaissance From Space: Author: Craig Covault; Publication name: Aviation Week & Space Technology; Publication date: 18 November 1991; Location: Page 65

Frederick D. Gregory Oral History (18 April 2006): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/GregoryFD/GregoryFD_4-18-06.pdf

Galileo Spacecraft Encounter With Gaspra Appears Successful: Publication name: Aviation Week & Space Technology; Publication date: 4 November 1991; Location: Page 26

Galileo trajectory design: Authors: Louis A D'amario, Larre E Bright, Aron A. Wolf; https://ui.adsabs.harvard.edu/abs/1992SSRv...60...23D/abstract; Access date: 14 Apr 2020; Note: Checking dates of Galileo flybys

J. Milton Heflin Oral History (23 May 2017): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/HeflinJM/HeflinJM_5-23-17.pdf

J. Milton Heflin Oral History (3 June 2003): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/HeflinJM/HeflinJM_6-3-03.pdf

James S. Voss official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/voss_james_0.pdf; Access date: 2 September 2020

Mario Runco Jr official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/runco_mario.pdf; Access date: 2 September 2020

Mary L. Cleave Oral History (5 March 2002): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/CleaveML/CleaveML_3-5-02.pdf

NASA Shuttle Commander Involved In Near Collision With Pan Am A310: Publication name: Aviation Week & Space Technology; Publication date: 22 May 1989; Location: Page 105

STS-44 National Space Transportation System Mission Report: Publisher: NASA JSC

STS-44 Press Information (Media Resource Kit): Publisher: Rockwell International

STS-44 becomes a shortened duration mission: Publication name: Countdown Magazine; Publication date: February 1992; Location: Page 3

STS-44 to add military eyes on orbit: Publication name: Countdown Magazine; Publication date: December 1991; Location: Page 9

Shuttle astronaut taken off crew for ISS mission: Author: Miles O'Brien; Publication name: CNN; Publication date: 8 September 1999; Access date: 31 August 2020

Space Shuttle Mission STS-44 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Terence T. 'Tom' Henricks official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/henricks_terence.pdf; Access date: 2 September 2020

Thomas J. Hennen official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/hennen.pdf; Access date: 2 September 2020

Veteran Astronauts Gibson and Walker Lose Spaceflight Assignments in Disciplinary Actions: Publication name: Aviation Week & Space Technology; Publication date: 16 July 1990; Location: Page 29

Episode 116 - STS-42 - Discovering on Discovery

Published: 17 Sep 2020

Space Shuttle Discovery is packed with so much science it's practically bursting at the seams, but don't forget to take some time to look out the window!

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Aircraft Accident Report - Atlantic Southeast Airlines, Inc., Flight 2311 Uncontrolled Collision With Terrain: Author: NTSB; https://www.ntsb.gov/investigations/AccidentReports/Reports/AAR9203.pdf; Access date: 15 September 2020

Astronaut Steve "Oz" Oswald: https://uniphigood.com/portfolio_page/steve-oz-oswald/; Access date: 16 September 2020; Note: just used to confirm nicknames

Biography of Roberta Lynn Bondar: Author: Canadian Space Agency; Website name: Canadian Space Agency; https://web.archive.org/web/20200320190346/http://www.asc-csa.gc.ca/eng/astronauts/canadian/former/bio-roberta-bondar.asp; Access date: 15 September 2020

Budget of NASA: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Budget_of_NASA; Access date: 16 September 2020

IML-1 makes for the best Spacelab flown so far: Publication name: Countdown Magazine; Publication date: March 1992; Location: Page 4

Partnership in Space: The Mid to Late Nineties: Author: Ben Evans; Publication date: 2014; ISBN: 978-1-4614-3277-7

STS-42 National Space Transportation System Mission Report: Publisher: NASA JSC

STS-42 Post-Flight Presentation: Author: NASA; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=phtXlO6fDcc; Access date: 15 September 2020

STS-42: Spacelab time again!: Publication name: Countdown Magazine; Publication date: February 1992; Location: Page 12

Shuttle Buran: Author: NASA MSFC; https://web.archive.org/web/20060804153528/http://liftoff.msfc.nasa.gov/rsa/buran.html; Access date: 15 September 2020

Soviet Shuttle Launched On Energia Booster: Publication name: Aviation Week & Space Technology; Publication date: 21 Nov 1988; Location: Page 18

Space Shuttle Mission STS-42 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.

Stephen S. Oswald official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/oswald_stephen.pdf; Access date: 15 September 2020

William F. Readdy official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/readdy_william.pdf; Access date: 15 September 2020

Episode 117 - STS-45 - Photon Torpedoes

Published: 1 Oct 2020

Atlantis is getting ready to fire photon torpedoes at Planet Earth! Well.. sort of.

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ATLAS-1 explores the atmosphere: Publication name: Countdown Magazine; Publication date: June 1992; Location: Page 5

Atlantis Atmospheric Lab Performs Unprecedented Environmental Survey: Publication name: Aviation Week & Space Technology; Publication date: 30 March 1992; Location: Page 60

Atlantis Atmospheric Mission to Aid Global Environmental Policy Decisions: Publication name: Aviation Week & Space Technology; Publication date: 9 March 1992; Location: Page 58

Atmospheric Laboratory Launch Clears Way for Endeavour First Flight: Publication name: Aviation Week & Space Technology; Publication date: 30 March 1992; Location: Page 61

Brian Duffy official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/duffy_brian.pdf; Access date: 29 September 29

C. Michael Foale official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/foale_michael.pdf; Access date: 29 September 29

Canceled Space Shuttle Missions: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: Wikipedia; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canceled_Space_Shuttle_missions; Access date: 29 September 29; Note: I don't love using Wikipedia for a source, but for something tangential like which missions a crew member may have been assigned to, it's probably fine. Though I still make a point of mentioning the somewhat shakey source of information.

Charles F. Bolden Oral History (15 January 2004): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/BoldenCF/BoldenCF_1-15-04.pdf

David C. Leestma Oral History (26 November 2002): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/LeestmaDC/LeestmaDC_11-26-02.pdf

Dirk D. Frimout official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://web.archive.org/web/20090530162931/http://www11.jsc.nasa.gov/Bios/htmlbios/frimout-d.html; Access date: 29 September 29

Kathryn D. Sullivan Oral History (28 May 2009): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/SullivanKD/SullivanKD_5-28-09.pdf

Michael Foale: Website name: Wikipedia; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Foale; Access date: 29 September 29; Note: Checking first name, which official biography left as 'C'.

STS-45 National Space Transportation System Mission Report: Publisher: NASA JSC

STS-45 Post-Flight Presentation: Publication name: NASA; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hqyD-hHx2OU

STS-45 takes on the world--and more with ATLAS mission: Publication name: Countdown Magazine; Publication date: April 1992; Location: Page 4

Space Shuttle Mission STS-45 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

The ATLAS-1 Crew: Not to be overshadowed: Publication name: Countdown Magazine; Publication date: June 1992; Location: Page 2

Episode 118 - Space Shuttle Endeavour

Published: 15 Oct 2020

Before diving into the next mission, we take a quick detour to introduce a bunch of spacefarers, including one who will fly twenty-five times. We'll also learn a bit about why the next mission was necessary in the first place.

Listen to Episode 118 - Space Shuttle Endeavour

1992 NASA ASTRONAUT CANDIDATES SELECTED: https://www.nasa.gov/home/hqnews/1992/92-042.txt

Chris Hadfield official biography: https://www.asc-csa.gc.ca/eng/astronauts/canadian/former/bio-chris-hadfield.asp; Access date: 13 October 2020

Gravity Field and Steady-State Ocean Circulation Explorer: Website name: Wikipedia; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gravity_Field_and_Steady-State_Ocean_Circulation_Explorer; Note: Checking name and orbit of GOCE mission. Since this wasn't the primary focus, Wikipedia is sufficient.

JSC Space News Roundup Vol. 31, No. 14: Publication date: 3 April 1992; https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/roundups/issues/92-04-03.pdf

Koichi Wakata official biography: https://iss.jaxa.jp/en/astro/biographies/wakata/index.html; Access date: 13 October 2020

List of astronauts by year of selection: Website name: Wikipedia; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_astronauts_by_year_of_selection#1992; Note: Used to check 1992 astronaut class name

Marc Garneau official biography: https://web.archive.org/web/20090117185433/http://www.jsc.nasa.gov/Bios/htmlbios/garneau.html; Access date: 13 October 2020

Maurizio Cheli official biography: http://www.esa.int/Science_Exploration/Human_and_Robotic_Exploration/Astronauts/Maurizio_Cheli; Access date: 13 October 2020

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Space Year 1991: The Complete Record of the Year's Space Events: Author: Nigel Macknight; Publication date: 1990; Locations: Page 34-37, Page 45

Episode 119 - STS-49 - Rendezvous and Rescue

Published: 29 Oct 2020

Space Shuttle Endeavour flies for the first time. But if we're going to capture this satellite, we're going to need all hands on deck. Or on payload bay.

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A veteran crew gains the plum of first flight: Publication name: Countdown Magazine; Publication date: May 1992; Location: Page 17

Daniel C. Brandenstein Oral History (19 January 1999): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/BrandensteinDC/DCB_1-19-99.pdf

Endeavour to debut in grand style: Publication name: Countdown Magazine; Publication date: May 1992; Location: Page 5

Endeavour to debut in grand style: Publication name: Countdown Magazine; Publication date: May 1992; Location: Page 5

Endeavour's Intelsat Rescue Sets EVA, Rendezvous Records: Publication name: Aviation Week & Space Technology; Publication date: 18 May 1992; Location: Page 22

History of Space Shuttle Rendezvous: Author: John Goodman; Website name: NASA JSC; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/20110023479; Note: An indispensable history of Space Shuttle rendezvous an NASA rendezvous in general. I wish I had found this before Gemini.

Houston, I Think We've Got A Satellite: Author: NASA; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jAjIjuQhmZA

Kevin P. Chilton official biography: Author: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/chilton_kevin.pdf; Access date: 28 October 2020

Lessons Learned From Seven Space Shuttle Missions: Author: John Goodman; Publication date: 1 January 2007; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/20070003591

Mission Control Saved Instelsat Rescue From Software, Checklist Problems: Publication name: Aviation Week & Space Technology; Publication date: 25 May 1992; Location: Page 78

Partnership in Space: The Mid to Late Nineties: Author: Ben Evans; Publication date: 2014; ISBN: 978-1-4614-3277-7

Report of the Group Task Force on Satellite Rescue and Repair: https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19930013851

STS-49 National Space Transportation System Mission Report: Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle Mission STS-49 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Space Systems Failures: Authors: David S. Harland, Ralph D. Lorenz; Publisher: Springer Praxis; Publication date: 2005; ISBN: 0-387-21519-0; Locations: Rescuing Intelsat 603 - p62, Tethered satellites - p274

Episode 120 - STS-50 - Spacelab Goes the Distance

Published: 12 Nov 2020

Columbia is hauling the US Microgravity Laboratory for almost two weeks, and Commander Richards wishes his wife left her cell phone on.

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Columbia is go for EDO: Publication name: Countdown Magazine; Publication date: July 1992; Location: Page 9

Columbia strikes EDO gold on USML-1: Publication name: Countdown Magazine; Publication date: October 1992; Location: Page 3

Eugene H. Trinh official biography: Author: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/trinh.pdf; Access date: 11 November 2020

Kenneth D. Bowersox official biography: Author: NASA JSC; https://web.archive.org/web/20160812213244/http://www.jsc.nasa.gov/Bios/htmlbios/bowersox.html; Access date: 11 November 2020

Lawrence J. DeLucas official biography: Author: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/delucas.pdf; Access date: 11 November 2020

Partnership in Space: The Mid to Late Nineties: Author: Ben Evans; Publication date: 2014; ISBN: 978-1-4614-3277-7

Richard N. Richards Oral History (26 January 2006): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/RichardsRN/RichardsRN_1-26-06.pdf

STS-50 National Space Transportation System Mission Report: Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle Mission STS-50 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 121 - STS-46 - Bolt from the Black

Published: 26 Nov 2020

Space Shuttle Atlantis has 20 kilometers of tether in the backseat.. but does it know how to use it?

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Atlantis to take on a tough mission: Publication name: Countdown Magazine; Publication date: August 1992; Location: Page 5

Claude Nicollier official biography: Author: NASA JSC; https://web.archive.org/20090327022828/http://www.jsc.nasa.gov/Bios/htmlbios/nicollie.html; Access date: 25 November 2020

Franco Malerba official biography: Author: NASA JSC; https://web.archive.org/web/20090321014251/http://www.jsc.nasa.gov/Bios/PS/malerba.html; Access date: 25 November 2020

Jeffrey A. Hoffman Oral History (3 November 2009): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/HoffmanJA/HoffmanJA_11-3-09.pdf

Loren J. Shriver Oral History (18 December 2012): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/ShriverLJ/ShriverLJ_12-18-02.pdf

Partnership in Space: The Mid to Late Nineties: Author: Ben Evans; Publication date: 2014; ISBN: 978-1-4614-3277-7

STS-46 National Space Transportation System Mission Report: Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle Mission STS-46 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.

Space Systems Failures: Authors: David S. Harland, Ralph D. Lorenz; Publisher: Springer Praxis; Publication date: 2005; ISBN: 0-387-21519-0; Locations: Rescuing Intelsat 603 - p62, Tethered satellites - p274

Tethered Satellite System Contingency Investigation Board: Publication date: 6 Nov 1992; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19930016042

Veteran Astronauts Gibson and Walker Lose Spaceflight Assignments in Disciplinary Actions: Publication name: Aviation Week & Space Technology; Publication date: 16 July 1990; Location: Page 29

Episode 122 - STS-47 - Land of the 15-Times-A-Day Rising Sun

Published: 10 Dec 2020

What do you get when you mix four frogs, one hundred and eighty hornets, two carp, and a crew of seven astronauts? STS-47, the 50th Space Shuttle mission!

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A crew of 'firsts' will fly STS-47: Publication name: Countdown Magazine; Publication date: September 1992; Location: Page 34

Curtis L. Brown official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/brown_curtis_0.pdf; Access date: 9 December 2020

Enhanced Oil Recovery: Website name: Energy.gov - Office of Fossil Energy; https://www.energy.gov/fe/science-innovation/oil-gas-research/enhanced-oil-recovery; Access date: December 2020

Mae C. Jemison official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/jemison_mae.pdf; Access date: 9 December 2020

Mamoru Mohri official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://web.archive.org/web/20090327021145/https://www.jsc.nasa.gov/Bios/htmlbios/mohri.html; Access date: 9 December 2020

Marangoni effect: Website name: Wikipedia; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marangoni_effect; Access date: December 2020

N. Jan Davis official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/davis_n-jan.pdf; Access date: 9 December 2020

Partnership in Space: The Mid to Late Nineties: Author: Ben Evans; Publication date: 2014; ISBN: 978-1-4614-3277-7

STS-47 National Space Transportation System Mission Report: Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle Mission STS-47 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.

Space Shuttle: The First 20 Years -- The Astronauts' Experiences in Their Own Words: Author: Tony Reichhardt (editor); Publisher: Smithsonian; ISBN: 978-0789484253; Note: Lots of great interviews in this book.

Spacelab-J makes it 50 flights: Publication name: Countdown Magazine; Publication date: September 1992; Location: Page 27

The 50th flight: Publication name: Countdown Magazine; Publication date: December 1992; Location: Page 6

Wings In Orbit: Scientific and Engineering Legacies of the Space Shuttle: Author: Wayne Hale (editor); Publication date: 2014; ISBN: 978-0-16-086847-4; https://www.nasa.gov/centers/johnson/wingsinorbit/index.html

Episode 123 - STS-52 - Orbital Disco

Published: 24 Dec 2020

Space Shuttle Columbia has a disco ball, a container full of helium, and some cool glowing lights outside. Are we sure this isn't a party?

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Columbia quilts a mission called STS-52: Publication name: Countdown Magazine; Publication date: January 1993; Location: Page 5

Heat capacity and thermal relaxation of bulk helium very near the lambda point: Authors: John A. Lipa, R. D. Swanson, J. A. Nissen, T. C. P. Chui; Publisher: NASA MSFC; Publication date: 1 May 1994; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19950007794

October flight to carry on the Shuttle tradition: Publication name: Countdown Magazine; Publication date: October 1992; Location: Page 14

Partnership in Space: The Mid to Late Nineties: Author: Ben Evans; Publication date: 2014; ISBN: 978-1-4614-3277-7

Project Lageos Press Kit: Publisher: NASA JSC; https://historydms.hq.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/DMS/e000045273.pdf

STS-52 National Space Transportation System Mission Report: Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle Mission STS-52 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Steven Glenwood MacLean official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; http://web.archive.org/web/20090402085021/http://www.jsc.nasa.gov/Bios/htmlbios/maclean.html; Access date: December 2020

Episode 124 - STS-53 - The Dogs of War

Published: 7 Jan 2021

STS-53 is here and with it we've got a secret satellite, a fictional hot tub, and a space shuttle full of dogs. I promise that sentence will make sense at the end of the episode.

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Bob Cabana Oral History (15 July 2015): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/CabanaRD/CabanaRD_7-15-15.pdf

Breaking Through: Author: Wayne Hale; Website name: Wayne Hale's Blog (Personal); Publication date: 11 March 2011; https://waynehale.wordpress.com/2011/03/11/breaking-through/

Guy Bluford Oral History (2 August 2004): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/BlufordGS/BlufordGS_8-2-2004.pdf

Michael Richard "Rich" Clifford official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/clifford_michael.pdf; Access date: 6 January 2021

Out of the Shadows: The Shuttle's Secret Payloads: Author: Dwayne A. Day; Publication name: Spaceflight (British Interplanetary Society); Publication date: Feb 1999 (Vol. 41 No. 2)

Partnership in Space: The Mid to Late Nineties: Author: Ben Evans; Publication date: 2014; ISBN: 978-1-4614-3277-7

STS-53 National Space Transportation System Mission Report: Publisher: NASA JSC

Semi-secret: The DOD dances one last time with the Shutle: Publication name: Countdown Magazine; Publication date: November 1992; Location: Page 14

Shuttle astronaut taken off crew for ISS mission: Author: Miles O'Brien; Publication name: CNN; Publication date: 8 September 1999; Access date: 31 August 2020

Space Shuttle Mission STS-53 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Space Shuttle: The First 20 Years -- The Astronauts' Experiences in Their Own Words: Author: Tony Reichhardt (editor); Publisher: Smithsonian; ISBN: 978-0789484253; Note: Lots of great interviews in this book.

Veteran Astronauts Gibson and Walker Lose Spaceflight Assignments in Disciplinary Actions: Publication name: Aviation Week & Space Technology; Publication date: 16 July 1990; Location: Page 29

Wayne Hale Oral History (28 May 2014): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/NASA_HQ/Administrators/HaleNW/HaleNW_5-28-14.pdf

Episode 125 - STS-54 - Facing Infinity

Published: 21 Jan 2021

TDRS-F needs a ride to orbit, NASA needs more EVA experience, and we all need to figure out what's up with soft x-rays. Good thing Endeavour's on the pad for its third flight!

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Preflight Interview: Susan Helms (before STS-101): Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://web.archive.org/web/20170112192755/https://spaceflight.nasa.gov/shuttle/archives/sts-101/crew/inthelms.html

STS-54 National Space Transportation System Mission Report: Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle Mission STS-54 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Spacewalk to add excitement to STS-54: Publication name: Countdown Magazine; Publication date: January 1993; Location: Page 22

Susan J. Helms official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/helms_susan.pdf; Access date: 20 January 2021

Episode 126 - STS-56 - Sun, Sky, and SPARTAN

Published: 4 Feb 2021

ATLAS is back in the payload bay for round two of the ongoing series of Earth observation missions. And TAGS gets some competition!

Listen to Episode 126 - STS-56 - Sun, Sky, and SPARTAN

STS-56 National Space Transportation System Mission Report: Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle Mission STS-56 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 127 - STS-55 - Fluids In, Fluids Out

Published: 18 Feb 2021

Germany is back together and back in orbit with their second shuttle flight, the D-2 Spacelab mission. I wonder what sort of science they have in store for us? We also wonder who's squeezing the bag under the middeck.

Listen to Episode 127 - STS-55 - Fluids In, Fluids Out

STS-55 National Space Transportation System Mission Report: Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle Mission STS-55 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Spacewalker: My Journey in Space and Faith as NASA's Record-Setting Frequent Flyer: Authors: Jerry L. Ross, John Norberg; Publication date: 31 January 2013; ISBN: 978-1557536310; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 128 - STS-57 - Hab and Grab

Published: 4 Mar 2021

Space Shuttle Endeavour is here with STS-57, which brings us a little piece of much of what the shuttle program has to offer. Satellite captures, EVAs, technology demonstrations, commercial space stuff, mysterious loud booming noises.. wait, mysterious loud booming noises?

Listen to Episode 128 - STS-57 - Hab and Grab

STS-57 National Space Transportation System Mission Report: Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle Mission STS-57 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 129 - Astronaut Dan Tani interview

Published: 18 Mar 2021

In this episode, rather than hearing me talk about STS-51, we talk to someone who worked on its primary payload: astronaut Dan Tani! We also chat a bit about some government job he had down in Houston.

Listen to Episode 129 - Astronaut Dan Tani interview

Personal interview with Dan Tani, conducted via Jitsi on 29 September 2020: Note: TSAU milestone: first interview!

Episode 130 - STS-51 - TOSsing ACTS

Published: 1 Apr 2021

We've got a packed flight with an advanced communciation satellite, a new kick stage, the return of SPAS, an EVA and a sassy air traffic controller.

Listen to Episode 130 - STS-51 - TOSsing ACTS

243 Ida: Physical characteristics: Website name: Wikipedia; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/243_Ida#Physical_characteristics_2; Access date: Around 30 March 2021

Carl E. Walz official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/walz_carl.pdf

Daniel W. Bursch official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/bursch.pdf

JSC Space News Roundup Vol. 31, No. 47: Publication date: 11 December 1992; https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/roundups/issues/92-12-11.pdf

James H. Newman official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/newman_james.pdf

Mars Observer: Website name: Wikipedia; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mars_Observer; Access date: Around 30 March 2021; Note: Just double checking date of loss

PDS: Mission Information (Galileo): Website name: NASA Planetary Data System; https://pds.nasa.gov/ds-view/pds/viewMissionProfile.jsp?MISSION_NAME=GALILEO

Personal interview with Dan Tani, conducted via Jitsi on 29 September 2020: Note: TSAU milestone: first interview!

STS-51 National Space Transportation System Mission Report: Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle Mission STS-51 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

William F. Readdy (10 March 2012): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/ReaddyWF/ReaddyWF_3-20-12.pdf

Episode 131 - STS-58 - Madame La Guillotine

Published: 15 Apr 2021

Columbia is on the launchpad and we've got a whole bunch of life science to get through. And just when you thought it was safe to drop the word "otolith" from your vocabulary.

Listen to Episode 131 - STS-58 - Madame La Guillotine

David A. Wolf official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/wolf_david.pdf; Access date: 14 April 2021

John E. Blaha Oral History (18 August 2006): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/BlahaJE/BlahaJE_8-18-06.pdf

Margaret Rhea Seddon Oral History (10 May 2011): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/SeddonMR/SeddonMR_5-10-11.pdf

Margaret Rhea Seddon Oral History (9 May 2011): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/SeddonMR/SeddonMR_5-9-11.pdf

Martin Joseph Fettman official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/fettman.pdf; Access date: 14 April 2021

Partnership in Space: The Mid to Late Nineties: Author: Ben Evans; Publication date: 2014; ISBN: 978-1-4614-3277-7

Ribbon Synaptic Plasticity in Gravity Sensors of Rats Flown on Neurolab: Authors: Muriel D. Ross, Joseph Varelas; Publication date: 1 January 2003; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/20030068209

Richard A. Searfoss official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/searfoss_richard.pdf; Access date: 14 April 2021

SLS-2 to extend life sciences research: Publication name: Countdown Magazine; Publication date: September 1993; Location: Page 7

STS-58 National Space Transportation System Mission Report: Publisher: NASA JSC; https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19940030745

Space Shuttle Mission STS-58 (Press Kit): Publisher: NASA JSC; https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/shuttle_pk/pk/Flight_058_STS-058_Press_Kit.pdf

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Space Shuttle: The First 20 Years -- The Astronauts' Experiences in Their Own Words: Author: Tony Reichhardt (editor); Publisher: Smithsonian; ISBN: 978-0789484253; Note: Lots of great interviews in this book.

William S. McArthur Oral History (17 February 2017): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/McArthurWS/McArthurWS_2-3-17.pdf

William S. McArthur Oral History (31 March 2017): https://historycollection.jsc.nasa.gov/JSCHistoryPortal/history/oral_histories/McArthurWS/McArthurWS_3-31-17.pdf

William Surles McArthur Jr official biography: Author: NASA JSC; Website name: NASA JSC; https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/mcarthur_william.pdf; Access date: 14 April 2021

Episode 132 - 1.3 Millimeters

Published: 29 Apr 2021

With STS-61 ready to execute the first servicing mission to the Hubble Space Telescope, let's learn about the overall structure of the observatory, what the flaw with its mirror was, and how that flaw came to be.

Listen to Episode 132 - 1.3 Millimeters

Hubble Space Telescope Systems: Publisher: NASA GSFC; https://universe.gsfc.nasa.gov/archive/sm3a/downloads/sm3a_media_guide/HST-systems.pdf

Episode 133 - STS-61 - Closing the Door on Spherical Aberration

Published: 13 May 2021

The Hubble Space Telescope is in trouble. With the future of the orbiting observatory, and perhaps NASA itself, on the line, can the crew of STS-61 save the day?

Listen to Episode 133 - STS-61 - Closing the Door on Spherical Aberration

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 134 - STS-60 - A New Partnership

Published: 27 May 2021

Look out! There's a Russian on the space shuttle! Oh, we invited him? Well alright then.

Listen to Episode 134 - STS-60 - A New Partnership

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 135 - STS-62 - Two for One Special

Published: 10 Jun 2021

Space Shuttle Columbia has been packed full of so many experiments you might think there are two different payloads back there.. and you'd be right! Let's learn about fake-metal dendrites, how to stop the orbiter from glowing, and why the NASA ground crews think Pierre Thuot smells like garbage.

Listen to Episode 135 - STS-62 - Two for One Special

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 136 - STS-59 - Vaya con Dios

Published: 24 Jun 2021

We've got a giant radar in the payload bay, bubbles in the water, and we're ready to learn about somebody's favorite type of lizard. It's time for STS-59!

Listen to Episode 136 - STS-59 - Vaya con Dios

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 137 - STS-65 - The Flight of IML-Man

Published: 8 Jul 2021

Space Shuttle Columbia is flying for the 17th time, carrying the International Microgravity Laboratory 2 payload. With fish, newts, and bubbles, it sounds more like a witch's brew than an advanced research laboratory. But don't let vague descriptions fool you! Also, who can leap long Spacelabs in a single bound? None other than IML Man, of course!

Listen to Episode 137 - STS-65 - The Flight of IML-Man

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 138 - STS-64 - Ghostbusters and Angry Russians

Published: 22 Jul 2021

Space Shuttle Discovery is all loaded up with a grab bag of shuttle program favorites. Rendezvous, tech demonstrations, even an untethered EVA! Just be careful for the ghosts in the bathroom..

Listen to Episode 138 - STS-64 - Ghostbusters and Angry Russians

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 139 - STS-68 - Deja Vu and Big Kaboom

Published: 5 Aug 2021

No, it's not a glitch in the Matrix, we're flying the same experiment on the same shuttle! Don't worry, we still find plenty to say. Oh, and Jupiter's about to explode, so that's pretty cool.

Listen to Episode 139 - STS-68 - Deja Vu and Big Kaboom

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 140 - STS-66 - Ascending with Atlantis

Published: 19 Aug 2021

On STS-66 we welcome Atlantis back from its long maintenance period, further probe the upper atmosphere, test out a new rendezvous technique, and discover what is perhaps the worst payload name of all time.

Listen to Episode 140 - STS-66 - Ascending with Atlantis

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 141 - STS-63 - Near Mir

Published: 2 Sep 2021

After all this talk about the Russian space station Mir, how about we take a close up look for ourselves? A REALLY close look.

Listen to Episode 141 - STS-63 - Near Mir

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 142 - STS-67 - A little more of the old ultraviolet

Published: 16 Sep 2021

ASTRO-1 was a huge success, shining new light (more or less literally) on the universe with its ultraviolet observatory. But that was almost 30 flights ago. It's time for the new and improved ASTRO-2 to see what's out there. We'll also answer that question I'm sure everyone was wondering: which moon is ugliest?

Listen to Episode 142 - STS-67 - A little more of the old ultraviolet

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 143 - STS-71 - Reunion (First Shuttle-Mir Docking)

Published: 30 Sep 2021

Twenty years after the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project, four years after the collapse of the Soviet Union, and around a hundred days after the launch of Norm Thagard, it's time to finally see a space shuttle dock with Mir.

Listen to Episode 143 - STS-71 - Reunion (First Shuttle-Mir Docking)

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 144 - NASA-1 - Comrades and Cognac (Thagard on Mir)

Published: 14 Oct 2021

Norm Thagard is about to become America's first Cosmonaut. What challenges will he encounter during his four months on the Russian space station Mir? And why are they bringing so much juice?

Listen to Episode 144 - NASA-1 - Comrades and Cognac (Thagard on Mir)

Episode 145 - STS-70 - Flickers, Northern and New (TDRS-G deploy)

Published: 28 Oct 2021

On STS-70 it's time to complete the TRDSS constellation! Or at least the first generation. We'll also resist putting fish eggs on crackers, buy some decoy owls, and wonder why so many people from Ohio are trying to escape Earth.

Listen to Episode 145 - STS-70 - Flickers, Northern and New (TDRS-G deploy)

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 146 - STS-69 - Who Let the Dogs Back Out (Wake Shield Facility 2)

Published: 11 Nov 2021

Listen to Episode 146 - STS-69 - Who Let the Dogs Back Out (Wake Shield Facility 2)

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 147 - STS-73 - Seventh's Time's the Charm (USML-2)

Published: 25 Nov 2021

Columbia is back from the shop and is sporting some new upgrades, but seems reluctant to leave Earth on its 18th voyage. Once on orbit, we'll do some science, learn why TV is good, and perform some magic tricks!

Listen to Episode 147 - STS-73 - Seventh's Time's the Charm (USML-2)

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 148 - STS-74 - Putting out the Welcome Mat (Mir Docking Module)

Published: 9 Dec 2021

We've docked at Mir before, but moving the Kristall module around is such a hassle. What if we could just make it a little longer so the shuttle could dock with it in its usual location? Also, please don't keep your ice cream next to the blood and urine samples.

Listen to Episode 148 - STS-74 - Putting out the Welcome Mat (Mir Docking Module)

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Spacewalker: My Journey in Space and Faith as NASA's Record-Setting Frequent Flyer: Authors: Jerry L. Ross, John Norberg; Publication date: 31 January 2013; ISBN: 978-1557536310; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 149 - STS-72 - Endeavour's Hitchhiker (SFU, OAST-Flyer)

Published: 22 Dec 2021

On Endeavour's tenth flight, we're somehow going to deploy one satellite, but pick up two! Plus more EVA development, zero-gravity karate, and a farewell to a frequent flyer.

Listen to Episode 149 - STS-72 - Endeavour's Hitchhiker (SFU, OAST-Flyer)

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 150 - Galileo at Jupiter

Published: 22 Jan 2022

After checking in with it for years, Galileo has finally arrived at Jupiter. For the 150th episode of The Space Above Us, let's find out what the Galileo orbiter and probe did while they were out there and why it was worth the wait.

Listen to Episode 150 - Galileo at Jupiter

Episode 151 - STS-75 - Tethers in Space are a Snap (TSS-1R)

Published: 5 Feb 2022

On STS-75 we'll take another try at the Tethered Satellite System. It didn't work so great on STS-46, but with much of the same crew and a little luck, maybe it will go better. Also on this flight, starting fires in space, and disembodied consciousnesses.

Listen to Episode 151 - STS-75 - Tethers in Space are a Snap (TSS-1R)

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 152 - STS-76 - Mirwalking (MEEP, Lucid to Mir)

Published: 18 Feb 2022

On STS-76, the space shuttle will finally shuttle someone to space! Plus the first American EVA outside a space station in 22 years, antics in the SPACEHAB tunnel, and thoughts about 1996 web design.

Listen to Episode 152 - STS-76 - Mirwalking (MEEP, Lucid to Mir)

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 153 - NASA-2 - M&Ms and Russian Friends (Lucid on Mir)

Published: 10 Mar 2022

Shannon Lucid is ready to become the second American to perform a long duration aboard the Russian space station Mir. All she'll need to do is survive Russian language class, memorize a few bolt names, and find her missing shoe.

Listen to Episode 153 - NASA-2 - M&Ms and Russian Friends (Lucid on Mir)

Space Shuttle: Developing an Icon - 1972-2013: Author: Dennis R. Jenkins; ISBN: 978-1-5800-7249-6; Note: Jenkins' book seems like an excellent source for the development of the shuttle, but its coverage of missions is largely just brief summaries of official mission reports.; Note: (I do not have definitive notes tying this source to this episode. However, based on context, my recollection, or my best guess, it was likely used.)

Episode 154 - Dan Tani Interview - Astronaut Early Career

Published: 24 Mar 2022

Astronaut Dan Tani joins us once again and talks about what the astronaut interview process was like, what day to day life was like before being assigned to a mission, wearing the "astronaut suit", what makes a good team, and some sage advice from John Young.

Listen to Episode 154 - Dan Tani Interview - Astronaut Early Career

Episode 155 - STS-77 - Wacky Waving Inflatable Arm-Flailing Tube Satellite (IAE, PAMS, SPACEHAB)

Published: 9 Apr 2022

On STS-77, we've got one of the strangest shuttle payloads I've ever seen, a satellite that's passively stabilized by aerodynamic forces (mostly), a bunch of SPACEHAB experiments, and a blast from the past.

Also, here's that deployment video of IAE that I recommend looking up.. wait until you hear about it first! https://youtu.be/adatQ59j6sc?t=1485

Errata: In the outro I mention how I'm not familiar with any passively stabilized spacecraft. This neglects the entire category of spinners, which is kind of their whole point. But I was thinking of "passively stabilized by aerodynamic forces" and just didn't use my words.

Listen to Episode 155 - STS-77 - Wacky Waving Inflatable Arm-Flailing Tube Satellite (IAE, PAMS, SPACEHAB)