Sputnik: The Spark that Launched Humanity into the Space Age

On October 4, 1957, the Soviet Union launched Sputnik 1, the world's first artificial satellite. This seemingly small event sent shockwaves across the globe, igniting the Space Race and forever altering the course of human history. In this episode, we delve into the story of Sputnik: its development, its launch, and its profound impact on the Cold War, scientific advancement, and our understanding of the universe.Thank you for listening to Bedtime Astronomy — your guide to the cosmos. New episodes on space exploration, NASA missions & the latest astronomy breakthroughs.