“Houston, we’ve had a problem.” To ignite catastrophe would take just the flick of a single switch. Why NASA’s third bid to land on the Moon was flawed from the start.#13MinutestotheMoon For videos and more space stories: www.bbcworldservice.com/13minutes Presented by Kevin Fong Archive: NASA and CBS Starring: Jim Lovell Marilyn Lovell Fred Haise John Aaron Gerry Griffin Gene Kranz, courtesy of the Johnson Space Center Oral History Project Charlie Duke Jay Lovell Sy Liebergot Jack Lousma Written by Kevin Fong and Andrew Luck-Baker Theme music by Hans Zimmer and Christian Lundberg for Bleeding Fingers Music BBC Radio Science Unit for the BBC World Service This episode was updated on 16 March 2020.

Explore the tense moments of the Apollo 13 mission as astronauts face a life-threatening crisis in space. Witness their bravery and problem-solving skills in the cold depths of space, battling failing systems and uncertainty in a race against time.

Hans Zimmer discusses creating the theme music for a space-themed podcast. He explores the impact of music on imagination and the importance of coffee. The episode delves into the collaboration process and emotional connections in music creation, aiming to evoke deep connections with listeners. It also reflects on the wonder, drama, and emotions of the moon landing mission.

Reflecting on President Kennedy's Moon speech at Rice University in Houston, Apollo astronauts discuss challenges faced during the Apollo program, evolution of technology in space exploration, hurdles for NASA's future exploration, intense moments of Apollo 11 moon landing, and psychological impact of space travel.

Explore the historical significance of the audio recordings from Apollo 11's mission control. Hear the tension and triumph of the last 13 minutes of the lunar descent. Discover the technical details and challenges faced during the flight. Experience the intense final minutes of the Apollo 11 mission as the Lunar Module lands on the moon's surface.

Guests on this episode include Apollo 11 astronaut Charlie Duke, pioneer of mission control Poppy Northcutt, former director of NASA's Johnson Space Center George Abbey, and more. They discuss topics such as radio static issues during the descent, communication challenges faced by mission control, the significance of the computer in the success of the mission, the tense final descent to the lunar surface, and Capcom Charlie Duke's desk on July 20th, 1969.

Experience the nail-biting final moments of Apollo 11's mission as Neil Armstrong faces communication issues and dwindling fuel. Armstrong takes manual control to ensure a safe landing, showcasing the crucial partnership between human decision-making and computer assistance. Reflect on Armstrong's iconic moonwalk and stay tuned for future episodes delving deeper into this historic moment.

The 13 minutes begin. Eagle is going too fast. There are communications problems. We have met the people and heard about the Apollo 11 technology, now the descent is underway. This is the full story and it is a leap into the unknown. With Kevin Fong. Starring: Charlie Duke Steve Bales Don Eyles Courtesy of the Johnson Space Center Oral History Project: Neil Armstrong Gene Kranz Jay Greene Jack Garman Bob Carlton Theme music by Hans Zimmer for Bleeding Fingers Music #13MinutestotheMoon www.bbcworldservice.com/13minutes

Explore Michael Collins' crucial role as the third man in Apollo 11, navigating the spacecraft with precision and skill. Experience the tense moments of the powered descent to the lunar surface and the awe-inspiring sight of the moon up close. Delve into Collins' solo journey around the moon and his interactions with fellow crew members, highlighting the intense training and responsibilities faced by astronauts on this historic mission.

Explore the turbulent year of 1968 and how NASA took a monumental risk with Apollo 8, venturing further from Earth than ever before. Dive into the Apollo 8 mission, the astronauts' experience orbiting the moon, and witnessing the far side of the moon. Reflect on Earth's smallness and the iconic 'Earthrise' photo, as well as the impact of Apollo 8 on humanity's perspective of the universe.