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It Is Rocket Science!. Helen Keen. Copyright: BBC
It Is Rocket Science!

It Is Rocket Science!

  • Radio stand-up
  • BBC Radio 4
  • 2011 - 2014
  • 12 episodes (3 series)

Comic but scientifically accurate look at the science and history of space exploration. Hosted by Helen Keen. Stars Helen Keen, Peter Serafinowicz and Susy Kane.

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Series 3, Episode 4 - Astronomical Errors

A whistlestop tour of the history of astronomy and the mistakes that have taught us lessons and lead us out into the stars. Also Isaac Newton's x-rated teenage diary.

Further details

This week we look at Astronomical Errors. How mistakes have shaped the history of rocket science, including how the universe is made out of ice, or possibly isn't; when you should keep quiet about the shape of the solar system; and some of the more surprising activities of unpredictable genius Isaac Newton.

Broadcast details

Date
Wednesday 23rd April 2014
Time
11pm
Channel
BBC Radio 4
Length
15 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Helen Keen Host / Presenter
Peter Serafinowicz Ensemble Actor
Susy Kane Ensemble Actor
Writing team
Helen Keen Writer
Miriam Underhill Writer
Production team
Gareth Edwards Producer

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