The 10-Minute Universe

Shenzhou (Episode 34)

In this installment, we cover China's entrance into the space realm. Amid numerous successes, you can see their excitement and preparation show through in their mission.

The Space Shuttle Program (Episode 33)

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,

Pioneer (Episode 32)

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

Salyut (Episode 31)

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)

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 th

Zond (Episode 29)

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 t

Project Gemini (Episode 28)

In this episode, we uncover how the United States decided to tackle various milestones on their way to a lunar landing. Enjoy and make sure to follow!

The Mars Program (Episode 27)

In this episode, we investigate the USSR's missions to the Red Planet. Though largely kept secret, we took what we could from various sources, combining it for you to enj

Venera (Episode 26)

In this episode, we unveil the Soviet Union's plans following their successful lunar missions: Venusian missions. Did they succeed? Listen and find out. Make sure to foll

Project Mercury (Episode 25)

In this episode, we uncover NASA's role in advancing the Space Race. By sending Americans into space for the first time, the US accomplished something grand... and laid a

Luna (Episode 24)

This week, we revisit the USSR's space programs to uncover their goals following Sputnik. With the Launch of Luna 1, their LUNAr goals became obvious. Please follow, leav

Explorer (Episode 23)

Welcome back to the Space Race: the greatest astronomical rivalry ever. This week, we uncover how the US responded to initial satellite launches by the Soviet Union. Thou

Sputnik (Episode 22)

In this episode, we discuss the space program that kicked off the space race: Sputnik. The Soviet Union conducted various experiments through this program and was able to

The Space Race (Episode 21)

This week, we begin a new series: space missions, beginning with a background of space's growing popularity. When the Space Race began between the US and the USSR, everyt

Death of High-Mass Stars (Episode 20)

Today, we wrap up our stellar lifespan journey by discussing the remains of high-mass stars. What do they look like after they finally stop producing energy? If you enjoy

High-Mass Stars (Episode 19)

In this episode, we explore the lives of stars with enormous masses. Their short lifespans are intriguing and starkly different from low-mass stars' lives (though there a

Death of Low-Mass Stars (Episode 18)

In this episode, we paint a picture of what the death of a low-mass star looks like. After it ceases to conduct nuclear fusion, it turns into a beautiful spectacle that w

Low-Mass Stars (Episode 17)

Today, we discuss the lifespan of low-mass stars (

Protostars (Episode 16)

This episode marks the beginning of a new series: stellar formation. We begin with the dust and gas that float around the interstellar medium, explaining how it all combi

The Oort Cloud (Episode 15)

Today, we conclude the solar system series with a final episode about the cloud of matter surrounding our solar system. It is much more massive than you think! If you enj