Apollo 7: The Forgotten Mission

Matthew Goriachkovsky•podcasters.spotify.com

The 1960s were a time of incredible technological achievement. With the success of Apollo 11, humanity pushed forward beyond Earthly limits. For the very first time, humans landed on the moon. But, this story isn’t about Apollo 11. This story is about one mission in particular that stands out the least, yet reveals the most. A mission shrouded by death, distrust, and the illusion of perfection.

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Chapter III: Peters-in-Law

The Apollo 7 crew safely returns home. Donn Eisele becomes the first astronaut to have a public divorce. NASA isn’t happy.

Apr 27, 2020•13 min•Ep. 3

Chapter II: Spam in a Can

Wally, Walt, and Donn blast off on an 11 day journey orbiting the Earth. Wally Schirra catches a cold and the crew wins an Oscar.

Apr 27, 2020•14 min•Ep. 2

Chapter I: "Go" Fever

The Apollo 7 crew becomes increasingly distrusting of the NASA administration after their fellow astronauts Gus, Roger, and Ed of Apollo 1 die in a tragic fire.

Apr 27, 2020•12 min•Ep. 1

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