What a Gentleman. A Naval Aviator , NASA Astronaut, and a very modest man. From humble and non privileged beginnings Mr Lovell worked hard to achieve what most of us dream of...!!! Thank you Sir....!!
He watched silently, as congress turned NASA into just another bloated government agency. That had to take as much guts and class as handling his trip to space. Honor and respect to him.
I do hope at least one from Apollo or Saturn get to experience the next moon walk I read NASA wants space x to make craft to bring iss down but NASA control mission, I wish as space x craft they control it, also I wish they recycle the crafts that throw them on junk yard
Of all of the astronauts I have had the high privilege of meeting, Captain Lovell and Pete Conrad were two of my favorites. Both men came across as being completely unaware that anybody might consider them to be heroes and Jim made you feel like you were the only person in the room when he talked to you and that you could do anything he could do. Pete was just having the time of his life and genuinely felt you should be too. I am in awe of both of them as men and then as my astronaut heroes.
I had the fortunate opportunity to meet Jim Lovel, recounting the events of Apollo 13 about 25 years ago, before the movie was made. He was a great and humble storyteller then, and still has it today!
I legitimately wasn’t aware that Jim was still with us. Guy is an absolute legend of the space program - and not just because of Apollo 13. I wish the unedited interview was available somewhere, because I could listen to him talk for hours about his military and astronaut careers.
I've listened to some of those on TH-cam as well. I actually found one recently that is amazing. It's an interactive site. Plays from launch to splash down. You can scroll to any point in G.E.T. that you want, and can isolate which loop you want to listen to. Don't think TH-cam let's us post links, so Google apollo in real time. It might play on the phone, but to get all the interactive functions, a pc or laptop is best.
We as a country, are so lucky to have men like Jim Lovell! And of course, all the Other "astronauts" of the early space programs as well. So I will say, "Thank you to all you Gentlemen for your service"!
The children should be taught about his life, so they can appreciate how to live with the right perspectives. His life exemplifies sacrifice, determination and success.
95 years old and he is a sharp as ever. Captain Lovell has always been one of my favorites and is one of the most down-to-earth and nicest of all of the Mercury/Gemini/Apollo era astronauts.
A great hero and badass for having to survive a catastrophe, able to overcome odds so they all come home. Salute to him (along with all those back in Houston).
Capt. Lovell is a real hero for sure!! My utmost respect!! We are so blessed to still have him with us! He's part of the Greatest Generation. They were tough, patriotic and expected themselves to do what was necessary! Dont you just love how sharp he is!! (PS. In his younger years he was GORGEOUS! A Kevin Costner look alike!) What a guy!! Best to you sir!
What an awesome interview and American. I recall those flights from long ago and along with other Americans admired the courage these guys had. God Bless em all.
I found out of the wikipedia article about Jim Lovell that he turned 95 earlier this year, I hope he's still around in five years time to celebrate his 100th birthday.
@@stevemastnick5034 Well he seems to be in good health so I'd say the odds of him still being alive for Artemis II are good (And maybe Artemis III too).
Sitting in Milwaukee watching this. I drove down Jim Lovell avenue this afternoon. I also was blessed to meet Frank Borman and have a photo with him. These people are irreplaceable.
What a beautiful interview I have so many wonderful childhood memories of following the space programme in the sixties and seventies. I had many heroes at the time including Jim Lovell, Frank Borman and of course Michael Collins who had family connections to our area. It was all made more magical when I would look out the window and see a full moon rising from behind the hill on our farm. Mike. ( in the west of Ireland)
This is a real treat for me. I was 5 yo when the Mercury program started and that was when I got lost in the space program. Hearing this interview brings back so memories. Thank you for posting this.
He's telling it like it just happened yesterday. What a great memory this gentleman has. To remember all that. Thank you Mr Lovel for your service in NASA.
Our Dad let my brother and me be late for school to see Al Shepard make the first Mercury flight. I've always kept up with the US Space program. This video is new to me, and probably one of the last ones he's done. Amazing man with the coolest head on his shoulders when the crap hit the rotating airfoil. Thank you for posting!!
I never heard Captain Lovell tell this kind of detail ~ What a fantastic interview! To hear his feelings ~ It is so beautiful to hear him ~ Thank you Captain Lovell !!
Wow thanks for posting this amazing interview. Jim seems to have as sharp a memory as ever, we could all be so fortunate! His stories are so commpelling! I also liked hearing more details of the story Tom Hanks told in Apollo 13. Btw, I think this is the first time I got to see Lovell with the PLSS backpack and full lunar suit, training on what appears to be a KC-135. Fantastic.
Capt. Lovell will always be one of my heroes. What a life he's had, and he's still going strong! I love this man, and all the brave souls who took those first steps for America. I hope some younger folks see this, and take an interest in learning about these times. Thank you for bringing Jim to us!
Thank You Commander Lovell. American Legend. so grateful for Talents and Service, and Family, during inspiring Time and Program, and generosity to share with future generations.
What an honor to hear him today as if it happened just yesterday. I was there and watched with the entire USA and the world. I was really young, but he is such a hero, a legend and an icon! Thank you Mr. Lovell for all that you gave in our journey of reaching for the stars.
Jim Lovell isn't a national treasure, he's a world treasure
We agree
World Treasure.
He's a GOAT
No, he a Trans-Lunar Legend
Bloody Norah Captain you haven't half got a problem damn epic work
In his 90's and has a better memory than I do, what an absolute legend!
Thank you for this. Well done. The interviewer and producer deserve credit for letting this gentleman speak.
I just turned 60, and he's got me whipped by about... say... 230,000 miles. 😊
I had to look it up and he just turned 95 in March.
It's called a NDA those will keep your memory sharp
@@davidsheckler4450 Don't you mean DNA? Why would he need to sign an NDA over this? Let alone one that lasts for so many years?
What a Gentleman. A Naval Aviator , NASA Astronaut, and a very modest man. From humble and non privileged beginnings Mr Lovell worked hard to achieve what most of us dream of...!!! Thank you Sir....!!
And Test Pilot. Being a Test pilot is one of the most dangerous jobs because you are testing brand new, unproven aircraft.
Roght, awesome. Als, all astronauts had to be test pilots. Don't think this is still the case.
One fine American right there. Sir , I salute you. 🇺🇲
Hard watching these amazing men age...now 95...still a remarkable man, Jim Lovell.
I saw him speak before us in 2015. 88 years old. Stood for 90 mins. Answered questions. Legend
He watched silently, as congress turned NASA into just another bloated government agency. That had to take as much guts and class as handling his trip to space. Honor and respect to him.
All men age, especially the amazing ones
95 and his mind seems to be sharp indeed, what a legend! And what a treat to have an Apollo astronaut on here.
What a cool guy. Thanks to all our Astronauts and Veterans. God Bless America👍😀
He did ! 🇺🇸
He's one of three to go to the moon twice, the only one of the three not to walk on it. Still a legend. So glad he's still with us. Huge respect.
I heard him say once “lots of people walked on the moon!” Making it clear he was satisfied with his legacy versus other space explorers. Lol.
I do hope at least one from Apollo or Saturn get to experience the next moon walk
I read NASA wants space x to make craft to bring iss down but NASA control mission, I wish as space x craft they control it, also I wish they recycle the crafts that throw them on junk yard
you are also one of billions to not walk on the moon. Not even a legend. why put that garbage here?
My favourite astronaut. How amazing he is and how wonderful it is to hear his story.
Happy 95th birthday Captain Lovell! Thank you for your service to the nation.
Paul (in MA)
Of all of the astronauts I have had the high privilege of meeting, Captain Lovell and Pete Conrad were two of my favorites. Both men came across as being completely unaware that anybody might consider them to be heroes and Jim made you feel like you were the only person in the room when he talked to you and that you could do anything he could do. Pete was just having the time of his life and genuinely felt you should be too.
I am in awe of both of them as men and then as my astronaut heroes.
I had the privilege of meeting and becoming friends will Al Bean. So cool !
Too many, "characters" to admire - to the max - but yes, Jim Lovell & Pete Conrad still stand out just a little bit more.
AstroNots
Jim is definitely one of the astronauts id most like to meet. Definitely one of my favorite astronauts
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Enjoyed every second!
I had the fortunate opportunity to meet Jim Lovel, recounting the events of Apollo 13 about 25 years ago, before the movie was made. He was a great and humble storyteller then, and still has it today!
I love jim lovell! Probably one of my all time favorites!
Wow he is fabulous for 95. Total respect for a real legend.
We have a street named after Captain Lovell here in Milwaukee. As a Wisconsin engineer, he's a personal hero of mine.
And a VA named after him in North Chicago
Thank you Mr Lovell for being brave to bring back the crew to Earth and your service! 🫡🇺🇸
A giant in the history of humanity
Attention on deck hand salute...to. Thank you, Capt Lovell.
Capt. Lovell , it is great seeing you again and listening to your Navy and NASA experiences. Sir as always, my deepest respect.
I got the privilege of meeting Capt. Lovell in 1993. A true hero.
Looking good, Captain!
I legitimately wasn’t aware that Jim was still with us. Guy is an absolute legend of the space program - and not just because of Apollo 13. I wish the unedited interview was available somewhere, because I could listen to him talk for hours about his military and astronaut careers.
I've listened to the audio logs from the Apollo 13 mission, it's amazing how calm everyone was during the event.
You panic, you die.
Training.
Confidence I guess, that they have what its going to take to succeed.
I've listened to some of those on TH-cam as well. I actually found one recently that is amazing. It's an interactive site. Plays from launch to splash down. You can scroll to any point in G.E.T. that you want, and can isolate which loop you want to listen to. Don't think TH-cam let's us post links, so Google apollo in real time.
It might play on the phone, but to get all the interactive functions, a pc or laptop is best.
My favorite Astronaut captain Jim Lovell!!
It is good to see Jim
We as a country, are so lucky to have men like Jim Lovell! And of course, all the Other "astronauts" of the early space programs as well. So I will say, "Thank you to all you Gentlemen for your service"!
The children should be taught about his life, so they can appreciate how to live with the right perspectives. His life exemplifies sacrifice, determination and success.
He played the cards he was dealt with courage and a clear head, and a willing spirit. I've never met a Dud Annapolis grad.
He’s a legend.
Watching this humble man talk is an inspiration to all young men and woman who wish to pursue their dreams.
He is one of the last of the greatest heros. An amazing man and a true role model for anyone who will listen! God bless you Mr. Lovell...
I could listen to that man talk all day… what a career arc.
Great interview! Thanks for letting him speak without interruption. Living American history!
An American Hero! What a treasure!
Cap'n Lovell is such a cool cat- one of my heros for sure! So down to earth, for someone who has experienced so much!
95 years old and he is a sharp as ever. Captain Lovell has always been one of my favorites and is one of the most down-to-earth and nicest of all of the Mercury/Gemini/Apollo era astronauts.
I've heard this story from capt. Lowell many times and I never get tired of it. Hes a true legend and a very decent and honorable man.
One of Americas AMAZING PEOPLE a wonderful life, what an honor to be alive to have seen this happen .
A great hero and badass for having to survive a catastrophe, able to overcome odds so they all come home. Salute to him (along with all those back in Houston).
God Bless, Jim Lovell. Lived life & history; wasn't just an observer.
Capt. Lovell is a real hero for sure!! My utmost respect!! We are so blessed to still have him with us! He's part of the Greatest Generation. They were tough, patriotic and expected themselves to do what was necessary! Dont you just love how sharp he is!! (PS. In his younger years he was GORGEOUS! A Kevin Costner look alike!) What a guy!!
Best to you sir!
This guy is a national treasure. So glad he's a fellow "Boat School" grad and that he's still with us! Bravo Zulu to Capt. Lovell, USN (ret.)!
I absolutely love this guy. I was there when you took off in Apollo 13 Jim.
Always was and still is my hero since 1968!
Thanks for showing this video, it's great to hear firsthand accounts like this!
What an awesome interview and American. I recall those flights from long ago and along with other Americans admired the courage these guys had. God Bless em all.
That's straight leadership right there. From no expectations at all in highschool to bringing back (with all help) his crew to earth.
I found out of the wikipedia article about Jim Lovell that he turned 95 earlier this year, I hope he's still around in five years time to celebrate his 100th birthday.
I hope he's still here when,and if,we orbit and land on the moon next year and the year after.
@@stevemastnick5034 Well he seems to be in good health so I'd say the odds of him still being alive for Artemis II are good (And maybe Artemis III too).
Amazing hearing it from the man himself.
At THE top of my list of living people i wish to meet. ...This man is one of my heros.
His enthusiasm and love for space flight is absolutely contagious!
Jim Lovell was one of my favorite astronauts I still tremember watching Apollo 8 on Christmas Eve as thet orbited the Moon with my parents.
His apollo 13 post mission press conference with fred and jack is simply amazing. Jims a wonderful speaker
I love how excited this legend gets when he talks about flight. I wish I could have seen what your eyes have 🙌
Now THIS is a piece of historical footage for the ages man.
Just love him! Thank you sir for your service.👍
Sir, we salute you certainly from our generation. Dearest regards from London
What an amazing interview. Thank you for sharing this heritage
Lucky for NASA and the U.S., Jim was at the right place at the right time to get to the Apollo program! Well done Jim and thank you!
Sitting in Milwaukee watching this. I drove down Jim Lovell avenue this afternoon. I also was blessed to meet Frank Borman and have a photo with him. These people are irreplaceable.
That is a smart man and what I would say is a life well lived. This man is a hero of mine
That man is a true legend.
What a beautiful interview I have so many wonderful childhood memories of following the space programme in the sixties and seventies. I had many heroes at the time including Jim Lovell, Frank Borman and of course Michael Collins who had family connections to our area. It was all made more magical when I would look out the window and see a full moon rising from behind the hill on our farm.
Mike. ( in the west of Ireland)
Jim Lovell and the other Apollo astronauts, engineers and mission controllers are my hero’s.
heroes.
Absolutely!! Apollo 13 is one of my favorite movies!! The team worked day and night to bring these guys home!!!
@MS: Apollo 13: The Successful Failure.
Even more proud now that I received an autographed Apollo-8 badge from Capt. Lovell a few months ago. Such a great man ...
This is a real treat for me. I was 5 yo when the Mercury program started and that was when I got lost in the space program. Hearing this interview brings back so memories. Thank you for posting this.
I love Jim Lovell he his a Great American and a hero he is always filled with passion and is always so engaged and it’s refreshing
I had the honor of meeting him a few years back at his restaurant in Illinois. Very nice man and true American hero.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR INCREDIBLE SERVICE, Captain Lovell.
He's telling it like it just happened yesterday. What a great memory this gentleman has. To remember all that. Thank you Mr Lovel for your service in NASA.
Personification of a truly capable man
Our Dad let my brother and me be late for school to see Al Shepard make the first Mercury flight. I've always kept up with the US Space program. This video is new to me, and probably one of the last ones he's done. Amazing man with the coolest head on his shoulders when the crap hit the rotating airfoil. Thank you for posting!!
I love Jim's tie.
He must wonder how many times he has to tell his tale. But he always acts like its the first time. Thank you sir!
He tells a great story, and is a great example of what a man can achieve
An absolute legend. Fabulous recall. One of my real heroes. Best wishes from UK.
Priceless what a man Jim Lovell Thank you .
I'm betting and hoping he makes it to 100 👍. What a man and what an American legend he has become!
I watched the Apollo 13 Mission on television when I was 12 years old. Jim Lovell is a hero to me. May God Bless him.
What a great story teller! Mr Lovell seems like a great guy!
Why do I get the impression that not a nicer human has lived..?
He’s a spitting personality of our father.., a true gent..🌹
Sir, Jim Lovell, thank you for your service. God bless you sir.
This country needs men like Jim more than EVER
I hope this man is honored and involved in the festivities when his Apollo 8 mission is duplicated by Artemis 2 or 3.
I never heard Captain Lovell tell this kind of detail ~ What a fantastic interview! To hear his feelings ~ It is so beautiful to hear him ~ Thank you Captain Lovell !!
Put this gentleman in whatever modern aircraft and I´m sure he could fly it. Much respect, mr Lovell!
Wow thanks for posting this amazing interview. Jim seems to have as sharp a memory as ever, we could all be so fortunate! His stories are so commpelling! I also liked hearing more details of the story Tom Hanks told in Apollo 13.
Btw, I think this is the first time I got to see Lovell with the PLSS backpack and full lunar suit, training on what appears to be a KC-135. Fantastic.
What a great interview! Thank you so much for sharing this.
This guy is a total badass. A true american treasure
Thank you for your courage ❤🇺🇸
It amazes me that the entire Apollo 8 crew is still with us. Good men.
And all three are still married to their original sweethearts.
@@dwmzmm
I believe Frank Borman's wife passed after battling Alzheimer's.
@@Chatta-Ortega Thank you, I wasn't aware of that.
Capt. Lovell will always be one of my heroes. What a life he's had, and he's still going strong! I love this man, and all the brave souls who took those first steps for America. I hope some younger folks see this, and take an interest in learning about these times. Thank you for bringing Jim to us!
Thank You Commander Lovell. American Legend. so grateful for Talents and Service, and Family, during inspiring Time and Program, and generosity to share with future generations.
Was lucky enough to hear him speak at Ithaca. Great man!
Terrific interview with a hero of NASA. Thank you, Captain Lovell. All the best.
I salute you Captain James Lovell. What an interesting period in time. I never tire of watching anything to do with the Mercury and Apollo programs.
Love how Jim just glossed over a 14 day flight in a ridiculously cramped Gemini like it was nothing 😂
Frank said it was “boring” lol
@WheresWildo_[Dan Jones] yeah boring but do you know what they had to do for waste and how terrible the food was?
The Flying Men's Room, they called it!
Yep in his underwear 😂
Naval aviators … just awesome!
Mr Lovell was my favorite of all astronauts growing up! One of my childhood heroes!!
agreed. and I'm not embarrassed to admit that he's one of my adulthood heroes!
What an honor to hear him today as if it happened just yesterday. I was there and watched with the entire USA and the world. I was really young, but he is such a hero, a legend and an icon! Thank you Mr. Lovell for all that you gave in our journey of reaching for the stars.