Gerry Griffin
Former NASA flight director and long-time Johnson Space Center leader, experienced in Apollo-era flight control and program leadership, providing firsthand insight on Apollo 1, Challenger, and Columbia.
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Jan 30, 2026 • 1h 15min
TWiS 195: Remembering Apollo 1, Challenger, and Columbia - NASA's Week of Remembrance with Gerry Griffin
Gerry Griffin, former Apollo flight director and long-time Johnson Space Center leader, offers firsthand memories of Apollo 1, Challenger, and Columbia. He recounts being on-console during the Apollo 1 fire. He explains technical causes and program changes after each tragedy. He reflects on how NASA teams rebuilt safety culture and offers perspective for today’s flight directors as Artemis approaches.
Jun 2, 2019 • 46min
13 Minutes to the Moon: 4. Fire to the Phoenix
Former NASA astronauts, flight directors, and engineers discuss the Apollo program, focusing on the tragic fire of Apollo 1 and the successful test mission of Apollo 7. They delve into the challenges faced, lack of leadership, and the emotional impact of the fire. The chapter also explores the vital role of the Apollo guidance computer in the moon landing.
Jul 19, 2019 • 59min
13 Minutes to the Moon: 12. Live from Houston
Reflecting on President Kennedy's Moon speech at Rice University in Houston, Apollo astronauts discuss challenges faced during the Apollo program, evolution of technology in space exploration, hurdles for NASA's future exploration, intense moments of Apollo 11 moon landing, and psychological impact of space travel.
