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Failure To Launch

Failure To Launch Podcast
Apollo 1
Gus Grissom
Operation Argus
Soyuz 11
Nicholas Christofilos
Max Valier
Rocketry
Ballooning
Nuclear Weapons
NASA
Solaris
Spacecraft Systems
Death Of Astronauts
Cold War
Sputnik
Roger Chaffee
Ed White
Soviet Space Program
Moscow-Cassiopeia
Soviet Union

This is a podcast about all the mistakes, failures, and explosions that made space exploration possible.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes89Founded4 years ago
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This week, Quinn, Chris, and Other Chris are joined by Josh Boerman and AJ Ditty of the Worst of A... more

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To start our retelling of the story of the Mittelwerk death factory, we cover the early history of the Nazi military rocket program. The VfR amateur rocket club, Walter Dornberger, and the internal politics and sq... more

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This is a preview of a bonus episode. To hear the rest of the episode and unlock more bonus content, consider supporting Failure To Launch on Patreon.

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Since 1963, it has been illegal under international law to place nuclear weapons in orbit. But the Soviets were brave enough to ask: "What is orbit, really?". This week, we're talking to Joe Kassabian (@JoeKassabian), host of the Lions Led By Donkeys... more

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Recent Guests

Joe Kassabian
Historian and host of the Lions Led By Donkeys Podcast
Lions Led By Donkeys Podcast
Episode: Fractional Orbital Bombardment System (w. Joe Kassabian)
Dan Friesen
Host of the Knowledge Fight podcast
Knowledge Fight
Episode: The Cosmology of Alex Jones (w. Dan Friesen)
Robin Sheher
An instrumentation and controls engineer specializing in ground and launch ops instrumentation.
NASA
Episode: Soyuz T-10A
Chris Ehem
Rocket test engineer and self-proclaimed biggest solid fuel fan.
Episode: Part 3: Jack Parsons and Babalon
Chris Heaham
Space industry engineer working on rocket engine tests and a solid rocket enthusiast.
Episode: Part 2: Jack Parsons. Devil Summoner, Rocket Scientist, YA Author
Josh Boerman
Host of the Worst of All Possible Worlds podcast, discussing media narratives.
Worst of All Possible Worlds
Episode: Toyohiro Akiyama & Glavkosmos (w. Josh Boerman)
Jake Rockatansky
Conspiracy expert and one of the hosts of the QAA podcast
QAA Podcast
Episode: Lost Cosmonauts (w. Jake Rockatansky)
Dumitru Dorin Prunariu
First Romanian in space
Romanian Space Agency
Episode: Dumitru Prunariu, Covered Up for Being Too Cool
Nicholas Slayton
Contributing editor at Task & Purpose and author of the Let's Do The Panic Again newsletter.
Task & Purpose
Episode: Soyuz T-15: Space Truckers (w. Nicholas Slayton)

Hosts

Quinn
Co-host known for introducing topics and guiding discussions on various thematic elements of space exploration, particularly the mistakes and failures associated with it.
Chris
Co-host participating in discussions and providing commentary on episodes, with a strong focus on historical analysis and content critique related to space missions, their failures, and their cultural significance.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 201 ratings
  • Great content and great banter

    Love this podcast! They dive into subjects that mainstream space history glosses over and talk about some amazing topics!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Twisted_Lazarus
    United States2 months ago
  • Really interesting podcast! Treats the topics with a lot of obvious passion and care, and goes to great lengths at times to debunk falsehoods that are just considered accepted fact to many people. Good stuff

    Podcast Addict
    5
    wonkledonkle
    3 months ago
  • Excellent grain geometry

    Great show. Super nerdy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NikolaiGranakov
    United States7 months ago
  • Excellent mix of great scholarship and humor. One of my favorite podcasts and I love to recommend it to people remotely interested in space shit.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    fourthmarker
    8 months ago
  • Here from LLbD. Enjoyed every episode so for. Great podcast.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Neph1976
    a year ago

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The discussions are noted for being engaging and informative, often featuring a light-hearted tone that offsets the serious nature of the subject matter.
Many express that the high production quality enhances their experience, making it enjoyable for both space enthusiasts and casual listeners.
Listeners appreciate the mix of humor and factual historical content, suggesting it's both educational and entertaining.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#62
United States/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#14
Canada/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#175
United Kingdom/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#84
Germany/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#123
France/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#151
Australia/Leisure/Aviation

Talking Points

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The Cosmology of Alex Jones (w. Dan Friesen)
Q: What does Alex Jones believe humanity's future in space entails?
He seems to envision interplanetary colonization as part of God's plan, but mixed with a bizarre spiritual warfare against demons.
The Cosmology of Alex Jones (w. Dan Friesen)
Q: How does Alex Jones' belief system relate to classic conspiracy theories?
He generally didn't support classic space conspiracy theories, taking a contrarian stance instead, often providing his own spin on them.
Soyuz T-10A
Q: What is a weirdly annoying thing to measure or deal with in your work?
Changing the down conductors was annoying, especially when the cables were installed incorrectly.
Soyuz T-10A
Q: What did you expect to be the most difficult part of your job and what did it actually turn out to be?
I thought the most difficult part of my job would be launch operations during countdown, but it turned out to be organized chaos and a lot of sitting in chairs.
Part 2: Jack Parsons. Devil Summoner, Rocket Scientist, YA Author
Q: Could you please enlighten us all about the mechanics required for throttleable solid rockets?
The mechanics involve changing the nozzle throat area to control thrust, alongside multiple ignition systems to allow for relighting capabilities.

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What is Failure To Launch about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content features an engaging blend of humor and informative commentary centered on the trials and tribulations of space exploration. Through discussions of various films, historical events, and significant incidents in aerospace history, the hosts provide insights into the often-overlooked failures and challenges faced by pioneers in the field. Unique in its approach, the podcast dives into the intersection of entertainment and educational narratives, addressing everything from early NASA missions to cinematic portrayals of space travel and the risks involved in rocket launches.

Listeners can expect to find a wealth of historical anecdotes, technical breakdowns, and the entertaining discussions that highlight the serious yet comical si... more

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