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Buzz: The Man & The Moon

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Apollo 11
Buzz Aldrin
NASA
Neil Armstrong
Cold War
Saigon
Luna 15
Russia
Space Exploration
Lunar Module
Mission Control
Houston
Joseph Sherman
Dien Bien Phu
Soviet Union
Tran Van Kim
Paul Devereux
Rowdy Dave's Cave
Gene Kranz
Chris Kraft

Starring John Lithgow, this gripping audio thriller peels back the myth of Apollo 11 to reveal the raw, untold story of Buzz Aldrin—space pioneer, troubled hero, and relentless survivor. As Cold War tensions flare and the race to the Moon reaches its climax, Aldrin confronts rivalries, near-disaster, and personal demons that threaten to unravel both the mission and himself. Told with urgent intens... more

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Joseph reports on the final days of French rule in Vietnam. Amid the siege of Dien Bien Phu, long-buried truths and divided loyalties can no longer be avoided.

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As World War II reshapes Asia, Joseph returns to Vietnam to find everything changed. In a land caught between empires, revolution and famine, the past comes rushing back as he and Lan are drawn into a journey neither of them expected.

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A secret night on the Mekong offers Joseph and Lan a glimpse of the life they want — just as Saigon is shaken by assassination and political terror. As alliances harden and the city tightens around them, survival begins to take precedence over love. more

A championship tennis match becomes a flashpoint between French colonial power and Vietnamese resistance. Newly returned American Joseph Sherman is drawn into a world of old friendships, dangerous loyalties and sudden desire — and by nightfall, one f... more

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Recent Guests

Jeffrey Aarond
Voice actor portraying Buzz Aldrin
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Hosts

Geoffrey Arend
Voice of Buzz Aldrin with ties to iHeart Podcasts
John Lithgow
Starring/hosting role with multiple credits across episodes

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 45 ratings
  • Fantastic story

    Loved it - eye opening story and great acting. Lithgow shines.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    phylliebee
    United States9 months ago
  • What is this

    They took a real event with lots of drama and added a bunch of fiction , literally the dumbest idea one could have

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    gleeson is a loser
    United States10 months ago
  • Just a so so show.

    Not really great. John Lithgow was difficult to listen to. Interesting enough reimagining of the story, though.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    mattsmith0622
    United States10 months ago

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Some listeners feel the fictionalized elements stretch credibility.
Praise for gripping, cinematic storytelling and Lithgow's performance.
A few listeners commend the emotional depth but others critique the vocal delivery as difficult to listen to at times.
The show is appreciated for tackling mental health themes amid space-history lore.

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#156
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#167
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An immersive, character-driven audio drama that reimagines a famed space mission and the life of Buzz Aldrin, exploring leadership under extreme pressure, the psychological toll of fame, and the personal battles that followed a historic achievement. Across chapters, themes include Cold War tensions, near-disaster decision-making, isolation after heroism, and the struggle to reconcile public image with private struggles. Notable for its tense storytelling, strong performances, and a focus on mental health and resilience, it's likely to appeal to listeners who enjoy historical fiction, high-stakes storytelling, and deep character studies.

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