October Sky (pt.1): Homer Hickam - Rocket Boy to Dinosaur Man

Andrew and Ti are joined by the wonderful Homer Hickam; author, NASA engineer and the subject of the 1999 film October Sky.

We hear all about the writing of the book, the making of the movie, the impact of Sputnik and a revelation about dinosaurs which caused this reaction:

A very special episode. Sit back and enjoy.

Thanks Homer, you're a legend.