#107 My Journey to the Moon - Charlie & Dotty Duke

From Compelled - Christian Stories & Testimonies by Paul Hastings

April 7, 2026 · 59 min · Season 10 · Episode 107

About this episode

Charlie Duke shares his journey from being the 10th man on the moon to facing personal challenges in his marriage and family life.

55 years ago, Charlie stepped out of the Apollo 16 Spacecraft and became the 10th human to ever set foot on the moon. But back on earth, his marriage was falling apart, he was a stranger to his sons, and something desperately needed to change. Show notes @ https://compelledpodcast.com/episodes/charlie-dotty-duke ++++++++++++ Compelled is a seasonal podcast using gripping, immersive storytelling to celebrate the powerful ways God is transforming Christians around the world. These Christian testimonies are raw, true, and powerful. Be encouraged and let your faith be strengthened! Want to help make new episodes? Either make a one-time gift, or become a Monthly Partner at: https://compelledpodcast.com/donate Perks of being a Monthly Partner include: EARLY ACCESS to each new Compelled episode 1 week early! FULL LIBRARY of our unedited, behind-the-scenes interviews with each guest... over 100+ hours of additional stories and takeaways! Become a Monthly Partner by selecting the "Monthly" option during check-out. Show notes, emails, and more at: https://compelledpodcast.com Read the Compelled book of testimonies, endorsed by Lee Strobel, Marvin Olasky, and more…

People in this episode

Guests: Charlie Duke, Dotty Duke

Topics covered

moon landing
marriage struggles
fatherhood
transformation

Keywords

Apollo 16
Christian testimony
faith
personal change

Mentioned in this episode

Products: the Apollo 16 Spacecraft

Books & works: My Journey to the Moon