spacetaskforce's Podcast

What would John F. Kennedy say? At the Space Task Force, we've been fortunate to be near the front lines during this massive transition to the next space age. So much is happening. And as things change, it is critical we participate in any way we can. Will we make the right decisions for the long term? What will happen after the space shuttle? Are we up for the challenge? This short video looks ahead to 2010 and also back to John F. Kennedy and his address to the students at Rice University in 1962.

The Space Task Force at the launch of STS-129. Wow. Tim and I have been fortunate to see launches at the Kennedy Space Center, but today was extremely special. Cloudy weather cleared, we got to see a lot of old friends and the launch was incredible. As NASA starts to wind down the Space Shuttle Program - it's important to think about the future. 5 flights remain. We'll see you in space!

George and Tim at the Ares 1-X Test Flight on October 28, 2009. This test flight was delayed by weather for a day. Special thanks to SpaceVidCast.com.

Here's a tribute to the 920th Rescue Wing and their performance in the Cocoa Beach Air Show.

This time on the Space Task Force, we introduce you to the 920th Rescue Wing of the Air Force Reserve. Its main mission is combat search and rescue, but they also support NASA. George shows us how. If you want to see the 920th Rescue Wing in action - check out the Cocoa Beach Air Show this October.

We were on hand for the incredible night launch of STS-128. The Space Shuttle Discovery took off just before midnight on August 28, 2009. It's the 128th shuttle flight. We did something a little different for this video, we were at a viewing point three miles away. The camera is on a very smooth surface. The result is a pretty awesome representation of what the shockwaves feel like. Take the time to see one of the remaining shuttle launches, it's an experience you'll never forget. More importantly, if you have children, give them the experience of a lifetime, by taking them to a launch. There's plenty of information on the best viewing points for a shuttle launch. Check out Spaceflightnow.com or NASA.gov for the schedule of the remaining flights.

George Schellenger and Tim Baily with a video update from ISDC 2009. Special thanks to everyone at The National Space Society (Brett Silcox) and many, many others for making this possible.

A big preview of ISDC in Orlando, we'll take you on a visit to KSC to find two shuttles on the launch pads - and what's that in the water? Plus Tim takes us behind the scenes for a very special day at KSC. Get ready to spend some time in the "no gravity zone" as the Space Task Force launches right now!

When it comes to space, states across America are looking to the future, ready for a piece of the action. We'll take a look at Yuri's Night, see why there's extra space on board SpaceShipTwo and preview ISDC. Join us in the "No Gravity Zone" as we launch... right now.

Is there enough space in space? George and Tim take on the big issues in this episode from colliding satellites to how it could impact a mission to the Hubble Space Telescope. Plus - the debut of new music for Yuri's Night - expanded dates for Yuri's night and ISDC. Come on in, the "No Gravity Zone" is open for business.