The 10-Minute Universe
Curious about black holes? Galileo? Apollo 11? The 15-Minute Universe offers easy-to-comprehend explanations of space phenomena and humanity's intimate history with the stars.
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- Sep 22, 2026
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The Space Shuttle Program (Episode 33) (opens the original)
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From infamous space shuttle launches to the beginnings of the ISS, this episode explores how space exploration evolved between 1981 and 2011. If you enjoyed this episode, please follow and share with others!
Pioneer (Episode 32) (opens the original)
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In this episode, we uncover how the US sought to explore beyond our solar system. As the space race turns toward space stations, discover how the US leads the way. Please follow and share with others!
Salyut (Episode 31) (opens the original)
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Today, we dive into the USSR's pivot from lunar landings. After losing the Space Race to the United States, they decided to focus their effort on... space stations?
Apollo (Episode 30) (opens the original)
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In this episode, we discuss the famous Apollo program. From fatal failures to extravagant successes, this series of missions secured the United States as the winner of the Space Race. Please follow, leave a review, and share if you enjoy!
Zond (Episode 29) (opens the original)
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In this episode, we return to the USSR. Their series of uncrewed missions to Venus, Mars, and the Moon sparked an even greater rivalry with the United States. Make sure to listen and see how it played out.
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