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Problems with long space voyages and troubleshooting tips. Quirky true history with Helen Keen and Peter Serafinowicz. From 2014.

Helen Keen's comic but scientifically accurate look at the science and history of space exploration.

A look at how we might one day travel to Mars and beyond - discussing the problems of long space voyages.

With tips on a rather unsavoury way to stop cosmic rays and what to do if you feel like eating your crewmates?

Starring:

Helen Keen
Peter Serafinowicz
Susy Kane

Written by Helen Keen and Miriam Underhill.

Producer: Gareth Edwards

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in April 2014.

15 minutes

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Thu 19 Nov 202608:15
BBC Radio 4 Extra

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Credits

PerformerHelen Keen
ActorPeter Serafinowicz
ActorSusy Kane
ProducerGareth Edwards
WriterHelen Keen
WriterMiriam Underhill

Broadcasts

  • Wed 2 Apr 201423:00
    BBC Radio 4
  • Wed 1 Mar 201723:15
    BBC Radio 4
  • Mon 16 Apr 201823:45
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Tue 17 Apr 201809:45
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Tue 12 Jul 202223:45
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Tue 28 May 202423:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Thu 19 Nov 202608:15
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Thu 19 Nov 202613:15
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Thu 19 Nov 202619:15
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Fri 20 Nov 202603:15
    BBC Radio 4 Extra