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Behind the Wings

Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum™

Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum has a podcast! Based on our hit YouTube and PBS series of the same name, the Behind the Wings podcast will cover everything from aviation history to the future of space exploration with thought leaders and experts in the industry. This one"s going to be cool!

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All Episodes

0:57

Behind the Wings Season 6 Trailer

Behind the Wings ·

2025/03/31

The Behind the Wings podcast is back with Season 6 and 10 new episodes! Hear stories from one of the longest interned Vietnam POWs, Everett Alvarez Jr., controlling the chaotic skies above air shows with Air Boss Kellie Hudson, and the making of Top Gun: Maverick and Devotion with Aerial Cinematographer and Stunt Pilot Kevin "K2" LaRosa. We've got some incredible stories and guests coming up!New episodes come out every other Monday, starting next week with the first woman Thunderbird pilot,

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30:47

Designing 400 Air and Spacecraft - Episode 50

Behind the Wings ·

2025/02/10

Legendary aerospace engineer Burt Rutan shares untold stories behind some of the most unique air and spacecraft ever built.In this episode, Burt reflects on a lifetime of aerospace innovation — from working as a U.S. Air Force flight test engineer to breaking records with his homebuilt aircraft. He also discusses stall testing the F-4, Bede Aircraft, the world’s largest airplane, and the Voyager and GlobalFlyer around-the-world flights. This one is going to be cool!Episode 50 marks the end

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34:26

Spacewalking for 8 Hours - Episode 49

Behind the Wings ·

2025/01/27

Retired NASA Astronaut Lieutenant General Susan Helms reflects on her 211 days in space and life onboard a young International Space Station.In this episode, Susan takes us through her groundbreaking journey as the first active-duty woman officer to become a NASA astronaut. She discusses attending the United States Air Force Academy, flight testing fighter jets, her five space missions, and a record-breaking spacewalk. This one is going to be cool!Key Takeaways:Susan's childhood dream was

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24:47

Episode 48 - Discovering the First Pulsar

Behind the Wings ·

2025/01/13

Astrophysicist and professor, Dame Jocelyn Bell Burnell reflects on how she helped change astronomy forever.In this episode, learn more about how a peculiar signal from space led Jocelyn to a groundbreaking discovery. She discusses her aerospace journey, building a radio telescope, discovering pulsars, and the 1974 Nobel Prize controversy. This one is going to be cool!Key Takeaways:At the time, women were not often permitted to study science fields in school. Her parents protested this rule

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23:32

Episode 47 - AI's Military Future with the USAF...

Behind the Wings ·

2024/12/30

Secretary of the United States Air Force Frank Kendall discusses AI's impact on modern air warfare.In this episode, we're switching things up and going to the Pentagon to bring you a special in-depth conversation on artificial intelligence in military aviation. Secretary Kendall discusses AI’s evolving role in U.S. air power, collaborative combat aircraft, technology breakthroughs, and ethical concerns. This one is going to be cool!Key Takeaways:Secretary Kendall discusses the history of AI

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28:07

Episode 46 - The D-Day Air Campaign

Behind the Wings ·

2024/12/16

National Museum of WWII Aviation Curator Gene Pfeffer discusses why winning the air war was pivotal to D-Day's success.In this episode, we’ll dive into the planning and execution of air operations, the aircraft that supported the massive assault, the continued aerial support for troops after Operation Overlord, and its lasting legacy and impact on aviation. June 6, 2024, marked the 80th anniversary of D-Day and gave us the opportunity to learn more about one of the most important battles of

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31:27

Episode 45 - From the Air Force to Miss America

Behind the Wings ·

2024/12/02

Miss America 2024, Madison Marsh, discusses the crossroads of pageantry and the military.In this episode, Madi takes us through her groundbreaking journey as the first active-duty officer to earn the Miss America title. She shares insights into her pilot training, attending the United States Air Force Academy, cancer research, starting a non-profit, and how a military background has influenced her career. This one is going to be cool!Key Takeaways:Madi has always been fascinated by science

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17:06

Miniseries Episode 4 - The Making of Hypersonic...

Behind the Wings ·

2024/11/21

How the world's largest aircraft, Stratolaunch Roc, is paving the way for repeatable hypersonic testing.Welcome to the final part of our bonus podcast miniseries on the making of Behind the Wings PBS Season 6! In this episode, Director Cray Novick and Host Tracy LaTourrette discuss behind-the-scenes stories while filming with Stratolaunch at the Mojave Air and Space Port. Join us as we talk about the history of hypersonics, building the Stratolaunch Roc, the Talon-A test vehicle, the Hadley

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13:08

Miniseries Episode 3 - The Making of The Super Guppy

Behind the Wings ·

2024/11/14

How a seemingly impossible idea helped America win the space race.Welcome to part 3 of our 4-part bonus podcast miniseries on the making of Behind the Wings PBS Season 6! In this episode, Director Cray Novick and Host Tracy LaTourrette discuss behind-the-scenes stories while filming the legendary Super Guppy in El Paso, Texas. Join us as we talk about the space race, building the Super Guppy, our favorite stories from filming, the similarities this aircraft has with Frankenstein, and

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14:56

Miniseries Episode 2 - The Making of Collaborative...

Behind the Wings ·

2024/11/07

The ethics of deploying AI in Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA), are weighed against the risks of falling behind technologically. Welcome to part 2 of our 4-part bonus podcast miniseries on the making of Behind the Wings PBS Season 6! In this episode, Director Cray Novick and Host Tracy LaTourrette continue their conversation about AI in the military, with a specific focus on AI-piloted aircraft. Join us as we talk about how CCAs could change the air battlefield, the ethics of AI in

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14:32

Miniseries Episode 1 - The Making of AI in Military...

Behind the Wings ·

2024/10/31

How testing and simulations advance AI pilot agents from the lab to the field.Welcome to part 1 of our 4-part bonus podcast miniseries on the making of Behind the Wings PBS Season 6! In this episode, Director Cray Novick and Host Tracy LaTourrette discuss behind-the-scenes stories while filming around the U.S. to learn more about AI in military aviation. Join us as we discuss the history of AI, the AI arms race, flying simulators, our favorite stories from filming, and being at the

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1:01

Miniseries Trailer | The Making of Behind the Wings...

Behind the Wings ·

2024/10/24

We are excited to announce our special four-part miniseries featuring stories from the making of our newest Behind the Wings PBS season! Director Cray Novick and Host Tracy LaTourrette discuss AI in Military Aviation, Collaborative Combat Aircraft, The Super Guppy, and Hypersonic Flight Testing. Join us to hear inside tales you won't find anywhere else. This is going to be cool!New episodes come out every Thursday, starting October 31. Also, check out the new season on PBS or at our YouTube

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34:29

Episode 44 - Electronic Warfare in the EA-6B

Behind the Wings ·

2024/10/21

EA-6B Pilot Matthew Maher and Electronic Countermeasures Officer Ethan Williams dive deep into the world of electronic warfare with a spotlight on the legendary EA-6B Prowler.In this episode, our guests take us back into the cockpit, explore the complex jamming systems that helped protect air and ground crews, landing on a pitching aircraft carrier, and multi-aircraft missions. We also answer several audience questions about the Prowler. After all, we do this all for you! This one is going

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32:59

Episode 43 - Will JWST Find Life in Space?

Behind the Wings ·

2024/10/07

STScI Education and Outreach Scientist Dr. Chris Britt discusses time traveling to the origins of the universe with The James Webb Space Telescope.In this episode, Chris tells us about processing JWST's data into breathtaking images, groundbreaking discoveries, how stars are formed, black holes, and the telescope's future. This one is going to be cool!This episode will follow up on our previous conversation about building the JWST, so if you missed that, check out episode 14!Key

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34:41

Episode 42 - How The Space Gal Makes Science Fun

Behind the Wings ·

2024/09/23

Science communicator and influencer The Space Gal, a.k.a. Emily Calandrelli, discusses using art as a tool to encourage STEAM literacy.In this episode, Emily tells us about her aerospace journey, exploding foam and making science fun as a host on educational programs, the opportunity to go to space, and how she uses children’s books and social media to inspire and educate future aerospace generations. This one is going to be cool!Key Takeaways:Emily's space journey began when she attended

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36:17

Episode 41 - What Does Space Smell Like?

Behind the Wings ·

2024/09/09

Former NASA astronaut Tom Jones discusses installing the first laboratory module on the International Space Station. Welcome to Season 5 of the Behind the Wings podcast! In this episode, hear stories about flying the B-52, working as a NASA mission specialist on four Space Shuttle missions, life in space, and what it's like to go on a spacewalk. This one is going to be cool!Key Takeaways:Tom's love of aerospace started when he took a field trip to see two Titan space rockets. Since that

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1:21

Behind the Wings Season 5 Trailer

Behind the Wings ·

2024/09/02

Season 5 of the Behind the Wings Podcast is back this September with 10 new episodes! Hear from astronaut Tom Jones, adventures from flying and operating the EA-6B Prowler, and from TV host and author Emily Calandrelli a.k.a. The Space Gal. We've got some incredible stories and guests coming up!New episodes come out every other Monday, starting September 9. Subscribe wherever you listen, because we've got a lot to explore! Trust us, you don't want to miss it.In the meantime, check out our

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29:04

Episode 40 - Stunt Flying for Top Gun: Maverick

Behind the Wings ·

2024/06/24

Former F-18 and Blue Angels pilot, Scott Kartvedt, takes us behind the scenes of flying in Top Gun: Maverick.In this episode hear behind-the-scenes stories of how some of the most realistic flying scenes are made. Scott tells us about his time in the Navy, flying as a Blue Angel and on the Patriots Jet team, and "dogfighting" with a helicopter while filming. This one is going to be cool!Episode 40 marks the end of Season 4 of the Behind the Wings Podcast. We'll be taking a short break and

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30:45

Episode 39 - Flying the Space Shuttle

Behind the Wings ·

2024/06/10

In 1996, astronaut Tom Henricks became the first Space Shuttle pilot/commander to log 1,000 hours in space. Tom tells us about his time as an F-4 pilot and F-16 test pilot, astronaut training, flying four Space Shuttle missions including two as a commander, and the challenges of flying at Mach 25. This one is going to be cool!Key Takeaways:Tom's love of aviation started when he bought an airplane ride near his family's farm.Tom graduated number one in his weapons and test pilot

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Episode 38 - Lessons From Vietnam Aerial Warfare

Behind the Wings ·

2024/05/27

From aggressor training to the F-15, the United States military addressed several shortcomings after the Vietnam War.Today, we are excited to speak with a retired F-4 and F-15 fighter pilot, Colonel Dick Anderegg. In this episode, Dick tells us about his time in Vietnam, the mistakes the US air military made during the war, the lessons learned along the way, and the changes that sprung from them. There is a lot to learn in this episode!Key Takeaways:Dick joined the Air Force to train to be

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