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Flight to Mars - November 11, 1951

Nov 11, 2022

What filmmakers lacked in actual knowledge about Mars in 1951 didn't stop them from creating a fantasy world of mid-century furniture, skimpy costumes, and romance. Hear the Soviet origins of "Flight to Mars" on today's Sci-Fi 5!

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Written by John Champion

Hosted by Ryan Myers 

Music by Devin Curry