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The Space Shot

John Mulnix
NASA
Lunar Exploration
Skylab
The Moon
STEM
Apollo Program
Apollo 16
Cultural Significance Of the Moon
Taking Up Space
Blue Origin
Wichita State University
SUITS Design Challenge
Life Beyond Earth
Exoplanets
Apollo Missions
Julius Caesar
Werner Von Braun
Earth
Space Race
Environmental Movement

Subscribe and check out the massive back catalog (Season 1 has 365 episodes) for some excellent bite-sized pieces of space history, pop culture, science, and more. Whether you're into history, science, pop-culture, or current events, there's something for you here at The Space Shot.

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Part 2: "Vast Loneliness" continues The Lunar Era series, exploring the Space Race from the early days of the Cold War to the groundbreaking flight of Apollo 8, which marked humanity's first journey to lunar orbit. This episode features space histori... more

Part 1: "Myths to Missiles" traces humanity’s relationship with the Moon, from ancient myths and early telescopes to the dawn of the Space Age. Featuring science journalist Rebecca Boyle, author of "Our Moon: How Earth's Celestial Companion Transform... more

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Join me this October during World Space Week 2025 for the premiere of The Lunar Era, a five-part series exploring our closest celestial neighbor and its impact on our world. Guests include Rebecca Boyle, Francis French, Dr. Roger Launius, Michelle L.... more

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John Mulnix
Host of an engaging series focusing on space history and scientific advancements, providing listeners with an informative yet entertaining look at the cosmos.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 110 ratings
  • Pluto is a planet

    Love this pod cast. Fun to listen to, and educational.

    Would definitely take home to my parents.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ky101
    United States4 years ago
  • The space shot!

    The space shot hits its mark! Entertaining and informative.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cscsmithing
    United States4 years ago
  • Great History & News!

    I enjoy learning about the history of the U.S. space program. Cool news too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pop & Char
    United States5 years ago
  • Superb podcast

    Great content for the space lover in all of us, and John really knows his stuff! 10/10 would recommend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    silence_ion_om
    United States6 years ago
  • Love The Space Shot!

    I only listen to a few podcasts and The Space Shot is one of them. Such a great glimpse into the Space program(s) and even a little pop culture. John must spend countless hours researching each episode and some are even recorded on site. Definitely worth it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Earlyflyer
    United States6 years ago

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The short, concise format is appreciated, making it easy for busy individuals to stay informed.
Listeners praise the podcast for being informative yet entertaining, blending educational content with engaging narratives.
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Overall, the podcast cultivates a community of space enthusiasts who appreciate both the fun and serious aspects of space history.
There's a positive reception towards the mix of historical events and current developments in space exploration, appealing to broad interests.

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Focusing on a variety of engaging topics, this podcast offers listeners concise yet informative episodes that cover historical events, scientific advancements, and contemporary issues in space exploration. Episodes typically explore noteworthy themes such as the cultural significance of the moon, the Apollo missions, and developments in extraterrestrial life research, making it appealing to a diverse audience interested in space and science. The format allows for a rapid succession of facts and narratives, blending educational content with elements of pop culture, ensuring that even casual listeners can enjoy and learn from each installment.

Unique in its ability to deliver rich content in a digestible format, this podcast is especially at... more

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