Episode 420: This Week in Space History- April 6th to the 12th

Be sure to follow the Facebook page for The Space Shot and the Cosmosphere for the 13 Days of Apollo 13 posts. From the first human in space to the Mercury Seven, Apollo 13 50th teaser, and the first Shuttle launch, this week has it all! I have launched something new. As many of you know, I've always had and will always make sure this podcast is free. I have launched a Patreon account that will help me cover hosting expenses, software, and more. I realize we are entering some uncertain times and that things are going to get tight for a lot of people. However, if you can, I'd love if you could consider supporting the podcast by chipping in any amount you can. Thank you! Check out the Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/TheSpaceShot Let me know if you have any questions, email me at [email protected]. You can also call 720-772-7988 if you'd like to ask a question for the show. Send questions, ideas, or comments, and I will be sure to respond to you! Thanks for reaching out! Do me a favor and leave a review for the podcast if you enjoy listening each day. Screenshot your review and send it to @johnmulnix or [email protected] and I will send you a Space Shot sticker and a thank you! You can send me questions and connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter, by clicking one of the links below. Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter Episode Links: SpaceX Dragon cargo ship, the last of its kind, returns to Earth from space station- Space.com STS-41C NASA Mission Page LDEF STS-41C Post Flight Presentation- NSS George "Pinky" Nelson Oral History- JSC STS-37 Mission Page Compton Gamma Ray Observatory Gemini 1- NASA CRS-8 Mercury 7 Press Conference- Archive.org Apollo 13- 50th Yuri Gagarin- NASA Page STS-1