How Black Holes Could Unlock the Mysteries of the Universe - Episode 62
Theoretical Physicist Andrew Strominger explains what exactly black holes are and how they could tell us about the beginning of the cosmos.In this episode, Andrew discusses the questions behind black holes, the strange physics at their event horizon, what they reveal about the nature of space and time, and how he, Stephen Hawking, and Malcolm Perry helped develop the theory that "soft hairs" may store information on black holes' surface. From leading minds like Einstein, Hawking, and Strominger, our understanding of these celestial bodies is constantly evolving, and we still have so much to learn. This one is going to be cool!Resources:Andrew's Bio (Harvard)The Event Horizon TelescopeHawking team updates soft hair theory to help solve black hole information paradox (Phys.org)What are black holes? (NASA)Einstein’s Theory of General Relativity (Space.com)Chapters:(00:00) - Intro
(01:59) - Andrew's Favorite Theories
(04:11) - Aerospace Beginnings
(05:53) - From Commune to Harvard
(08:24) - What Is a Black Hole?
(12:29) - The Different Types
(14:17) - How They Form
(15:52) - How Far Are They from Earth?
(16:06) - Why Should We Study Black Holes?
(17:38) - Why Doubt Is a Valuable Tool
(19:37) - The Information Paradox
(22:22) - Working Alongside Stephen Hawking
(24:12) - Soft Hairs
(26:29) - The Holographic Principle
(30:31) - Can Black Holes Be Used for Travel?
(31:19) - "Interstellar" Time Dilation
(34:14) - Why Isn't a Black Hole Considered a Vacuum?
(35:02) - The Future of Physics
(36:15) - Andrew's Advice
(37:04) - Outro
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Landing a Helicopter on a Bank Robber's Car - Episode 61
Pilot Mike Silva recalls a high-speed chase that ended when his news helicopter stopped a fleeing criminal’s stolen car, allowing police to save a hostage's life.Welcome to Season 7 of the Behind the Wings podcast! In this episode, Mike discusses Huey missions in Vietnam, piloting Copter4 at Denver CBS, returning to combat as the oldest Black Hawk aviator in Iraq, and saving lives during intense missions. From the Fire Base Mary Ann battle to flying alongside dangerous tornadoes, he has done it all in a career spanning more than 50 years. This one is going to be cool!Resources:Wings Museum's Huey The UH-1 Huey (Wikipedia) The UH-60 Black Hawk (Lockheed Martin) The Battle of Fire Base Mary Ann (Wikipedia)1988 Denver Police Chase (YouTube) Chapters:(00:00) - Intro
(01:36) - Which Aircraft Taught You the Most About Flying?
(02:19) - Mike's Favorite Aircraft
(03:17) - Aviation Beginnings
(04:05) - Joining the Army
(05:37) - Flight Training
(07:24) - Going to Vietnam
(08:03) - Lessons Learned From Vietnam
(08:50) - Flying the UH-1
(09:43) - Huey Roles
(10:26) - Fire Base Mary Ann Battle
(14:39) - Returning Home
(15:28) - Working for CBS
(17:02) - Landing on a Bank Robber's Car
(23:14) - Journey to Iraq
(25:18) - Encountering Snipers
(26:10) - Vietnam vs. Iraq
(27:05) - Awards and Honors
(27:54) - Mike's Advice
(29:15) - Outro
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Behind the Wings Season 7 Trailer
The Behind the Wings podcast is back with Season 7 and 10 new episodes! From the mysteries of black holes to the hovering capabilities of the Harrier Jump Jet, and the final flight of the SR-71 Blackbird, we've got some incredible stories and guests lined up!New episodes come out every other Monday, starting next week with Pilot Mike Silva, famously known for landing his news helicopter on a fleeing bank robber's car. Subscribe wherever you listen, because this season is going to be cool.See you next week for Season 7 of Behind the Wings. In the meantime, check out our past episodes!
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Why the F-22 Transformed Stealth - Episode 60
Retired Fighter Pilot Randy "Laz" Gordon explains how the F-22 changed the air battlefield and why it was built to win the first fight.In this episode, Randy discusses the 70-plus aircraft he has flown, his combat career, test-flying fighter jets, and how artificial intelligence is shaping the future of aviation. We’ll also explore some of the Raptor's surprising similarities to civilian Cessna aircraft, and why, in some ways, the Skyhawk is a harder airplane to manage. From flying a zeppelin to iconic planes like the F-15, "Laz" has done it all. This one is going to be cool!Episode 60 marks the end of Season 6. We will be taking a short break, but are excited to bring you more stories in Season 7, coming this fall. Resources:Special Lecture: F-22 Flight Controls (YouTube) Randy's Bio The F-22 Raptor (Lockheed Martin)Chapters:(00:00) - Intro
(01:35) - Flying 70+ Aircraft
(02:47) - Aviation Beginnings
(06:10) - The USAFA
(09:03) - What Makes a Good Pilot?
(11:29) - Flight Training
(13:18) - The F-15 vs. F-16
(15:59) - Flying the A-10
(17:44) - Combat in Iraq
(21:08) - Flying the F-22
(26:08) - Cessna vs. F-22
(28:11) - Raptor Mindset
(31:11) - Radar-absorbing Material
(32:39) - Stealth Airframe
(35:55) - Supercruise
(39:41) - The Human and the Jet
(42:18) - Test Flying Aircraft
(44:43) - Why the F-15 was Hard to Master
(45:24) - A Dangerous Moment
(48:05) - How AI Will Impact Aviation
(53:34) - F-22 Legacy
(55:13) - Randy's Advice
(57:40) - Outro
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How Orbital Debris Could End Space Exploration - Episode 59
Astrophysicist Dr. Jonathan McDowell explains how the ever-growing problem of space junk is threatening satellites, science missions, and even spaceflight as we know it.In this episode, Jonathan discusses orbital debris, anti-satellite missiles, clean-up efforts, and how one incident could cause a communication blackout for decades. In the lawless realm of low Earth orbit, we could see a future where space exploration comes to a halt altogether. However, some companies are testing solutions that aim to alleviate the problem before it's too late. There is a lot to learn!Resources:Jonathan's BioJonathan's Space ReportSpace Debris (NASA)Wild Wild Space Trailer (HBO Max)Chapters:(00:00) - Intro
(01:32) - Space Junk Overview
(05:11) - Small Debris Damage
(07:54) - Aerospace Beginnings
(09:37) - Tracking Launches
(11:39) - Dodging Debris
(15:21) - Anti-Satellite Missiles
(20:36) - Space Air Traffic Control
(23:27) - Safer Altitudes
(24:47) - The End of the ISS
(29:17) - How Space Junk is Blocking Research
(31:52) - Billboards in Space
(33:47) - Satellite Designs
(35:05) - Cleaning Up
(36:07) - Jonathan's Advice
(38:14) - Outro
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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