With his "Memories from a Brief Air Force Career," Jerry Ward unwittingly inspired the crew here at Life Lab Notes in many ways, none of which involve becoming a pilot, all of which involve being a good, steady, attention-paying, adventure-seeking person. This is part of his story, and some of what we learned from it.

This episode was written by Jerry Ward and Silvie Zamora.

The Life Lab Notes theme and underscoring were created by Phil Ward.

"Tempted to Fight" was written and performed by Phil Ward.