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13 Minutes: Trouble with Hubble

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NEW from the BBC’s space podcast: A revolutionary telescope and the tiny flaw that almost destroyed the dream. Hubble transformed our understanding of the universe. Maggie Aderin tells the dramatic story of one of the most ambitious scientific instruments ever built - and how it almost ended in disaster.

Already delayed by years and millions of dollars over budget, the Hubble Space Telescope is f... more

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Buckle up for the latest epic story from the BBC’s space podcast. The Hubble Space Telescope was revolutionary but a flaw almost ruined the dream. It was hoped it would answer the most fundamental questions ever asked: How did it all begin? Where are... more

Some big news: We’ve been making a new season. It’s about Nasa’s Hubble Space Telescope. If you haven’t already, follow or subscribe, so you will get the full trailer automatically. That will be published next week.

Maggie Aderin will tell the story... more

The team are back together. Astronaut Tim Peake and space scientist Maggie Aderin are joined by space journalist Kristin Fisher and Artemis II astronaut Jeremy Hansen, after his historic journey. Jeremy reflects on the mission, adapting to life back ... more

After 9 days, 1 hour, 32 minutes and 15 seconds and 1.1 million kilometres of travel, the Orion “Integrity” probe splashed down successfully on April 11th at 00:07:32 UTC (GMT).

Tim Peake, Maggie Aderin, Kristin Fisher, Rebecca Morelle and the 13 M... more

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Anna Fisher
Former NASA astronaut, first mother in space, Orion flight experience
Episode: Artemis II: 13. Splashdown
Philip Metzger
Director of the Stephen Hawking Centre for Microgravity Research and Education; co-founder of NASA Swamp Works
NASA Swamp Works
Episode: Artemis II: 12. Please return to your seats
Kelsey Young
NASA Lead Science Officer and Lunar Science Lead
NASA
Episode: Artemis II: 11. Science surprises
Jackie Mahaffey
Chief Training Officer for Artemis II
Artemis II program
Episode: Artemis II: 10. How to train your astronaut
Jonathan Amos
Former BBC space correspondent, observing Artemis II
BBC
Episode: Artemis II: 9. Bye bye, fly-by
Charlie Duke
Apollo 16 astronaut, message to Artemis II crew
NASA (former astronaut)
Episode: Artemis II: 8. Final approach
Mathias Basner
Expert on astronaut behavioral health
University of Pennsylvania / NASA
Episode: Artemis II: 8. Final approach
Rebecca Morelle
BBC science editor
BBC
Episode: Artemis II: 7. A family photo
Andy Saunders
Bestselling author and photographic restoration specialist
Independent
Episode: Artemis II: 7. A family photo

Hosts

Maggie Aderin-Pocock
Space scientist and host; key presenter across Artemis II coverage
Tim Peake
British astronaut providing firsthand astronaut perspective and credibility
Kristin Fisher
Space journalist providing mission context and live updates

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 15.9k ratings
  • I really wanted to like this. I'm sure the production quality is fine, but if the trailer episodes are any indication of what I'm in for, I will be absolutely inundated with ads that will ultimately make the show unlistenable and the experience unenjoyable.

    Podcast Addict
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    midwestjake
    a month ago
  • Season 1 and 2 are great

    Absolutely loved seasons 1 and 2. But the narration for season 3 is atrocious. Her delivery is just irritating and unprofessional, she may be a qualified scientist, but that doesn’t always translate to delivering a radio/podcast programme.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    will_col85
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Season 1 and 2 are amazing!

    I loved season 1 and 2 about the Apollo missions. One of the best podcasts I have listened to. They go into all the technicalities of these flights to the moon. The whole podcast is well written and told, and the presenter has a good voice. It is amazing to hear the people who were there to tell the stories themselves, such as astronauts and flight controllers. It almost feels as if I am watching a movie and I have learned so much.

    Season 3 about the space shuttle is still educational, but it i... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anonymous86526
    Netherlands4 months ago
  • Apollo 11 and 13 are fantastic, Shuttle meh

    The Apollo 11 series is fantastic. Apollo 13 is very good as well. The Space shuttle series is meh. I especially disliked the fake sound effects added on the shuttle series.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Mikus42
    United States4 months ago
  • Not like prior stories…

    The contemporary coverage of Artemis II was very different from the historical seasons before, and not in a good way. This is much more self-involved; sounds like so many podcasts: bunch of fans sitting talking to each other. Y’all could benefit from thinking about what made previous seasons great.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Saguaro7
    United States5 months ago

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Guest variety and accessible explanations are frequently highlighted as strengths for new listeners.
Some criticism centers on how energetic or fast-paced narration can feel, depending on seasons.
Overall sentiment is optimistic about Artemis-focused storytelling and mission context.

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#158
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Artemis II: 12. Please return to your seats
Q: How does weather factor into splashdown and does it require changing the splashdown location?
Weather, especially wave height, winds, and rain, directly affects splashdown location and recovery plans, with forecasts guiding the final decision to deploy recovery boats and choose a safe site.
Artemis II: 11. Science surprises
Q: How do they determine Orion's position so far from Earth, given limited GPS access?
Deep space networks and onboard instruments—star trackers, inertial measurement units, and optical navigation—confirm position, velocity, and attitude, with ground teams like the flight dynamics officer ensuring Orion is where it should be.
Artemis II: 9. Bye bye, fly-by
Q: How is water being managed on Orion compared to the Space Station?
Orion carries water in tanks with no in-system recycling, requiring careful rationing and timing, whereas the Space Station recycles nearly all water from urine, sweat, and humidity, demonstrating different design trade-offs for crew endurance.
Artemis II: 9. Bye bye, fly-by
Q: Could you talk a little about the different approach towards a moon landing between Apollo and Artemis?
Artemis takes bigger leaps with less frequent milestones, aiming for sustainable presence and international collaboration, while Apollo focused on a tightly scoped, rapid sequence toward landing; the newer approach prioritizes long-term infrastructure and base development.
Artemis II: 4. Launch after-party
Q: What are the next critical steps after launch?
the crew will perform system checks in orbit, prepare for the first maneuver, and then decide on the translunar injection burn based on go/no-go assessments.

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This BBC space podcast follows human spaceflight milestones with daily coverage of Artemis II, the first crewed lunar loop in decades. Across episodes, hosts mix technical breakdowns—launch, orbital science, heat shields, and mission architecture—with human-interest angles: crew training, onboard experiments, personal moments, and public engagement. Guests include astronauts, journalists, scientists, and engineers who illuminate how international partners, commercial players, and NASA teams collaborate to push toward a sustained presence on and around the Moon. A standout characteristic is the show's ability to blend rigorous engineering context with accessible storytelling, making complex spaceflight topics engaging for both enthusiasts an... more

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