Episodes
General Doyle shares about his lifelong commitment to learning and teaching. Through his time Reserve Officer Training Corps program, Strategic Air Command, and U.S. Air Force Headquarters, General Doyle’s decorated career is full of inspirational stories.
Published 05/17/22
A visit with Director/Producer, Steve Saunders and Pat Hymel about the process and purpose of creating the documentary, “29 Years: A Second Chance At Life,” about Pat Hymel’s late husband, Robert Hymel. It is The story of an American hero who is rescued from the flaming wreckage of his battle damaged B-52 and continues to serve his country until his life tragically ends with the attack on the Pentagon on September 11, 2001.
Published 05/10/22
Nebraska’s first and only astronaut joins us to talk about life after NASA. How a successful writing career has propelled him to continue carrying the flag for space exploration and inspire learning and discovery.
Published 04/22/22
Join us speaking to our "Best Friend in the Biz," Military Affairs Reporter, Steve Liewer, of the Omaha World Herald.
Published 03/28/22
Join us as we talk with retired B-52 and RF-4 pilot, LCOL Bill Wagner
Published 03/17/22
Join us for another episode in our "SAC Warrior" series as we visit with Captain Dave Nielsen and his unlikely journey to becoming a pilot of an EC-135.
Published 03/04/22
A visit with guest panel members Gary Bell, USAF Tech Sergeant (Ret.) and Roy Brammer, USAF E9 Chief Master Sergeant (Ret.) for a preview of the Behind The Scenes presentation on SAC Bomb and Missile Competitions Saturday, October 30, 2021.
Published 10/28/21
Ahead of our annual Blood Drive at the Monster Mash, we visit with Weysan Dun from American Red Cross (NE/IA Region). Dr. Sean Maloney joins us to discuss pop culture, media and movies inspired by the Cold War. What they got right and what is just plain wrong.
Published 10/11/21
A preview of the Livestream Q & A with Col. Robert Certain on “Old Guys & Their Airplanes, Saturday, August 28, streaming live @ 11:00 am in our Theater.
Published 08/25/21
A visit with Omaha World-Herald military affairs reporter, Steve Liewer to discuss the restoration of the EC-135, the transformation of Offutt AFB, and the incredible work being done by the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency.
Published 08/02/21
From their time working on the 049 to the past 6 years helping restore it, Norma and Dennis Kathman share their experiences on the EC-135 "Looking Glass" and their time in Strategic Air Command.
Published 07/23/21
In this podcast, recorded in front of a live audience Father’s Day Weekend in the Museum Theater, we visit with Nebraska’s first and only astronaut, Clayton Anderson to discuss his new podcast, books and the people and places that inspired him growing up in Ashland, NE.
Published 07/07/21
The Task Force Nighthawk Crew discusses the trip down to the Tonopah Test Range to bring home our “Nebraska Nighthawk” as well as the restoration plans. Some surprise announcements, too!
Published 06/10/21
We are gearing up for STEM in the City, June 4th with a visit from Julie Sigmon, Director of Omaha STEM Ecosystem and Cydney Franklin, President and CEO of 75th North.
Published 05/12/21
Our celebration of the 75th Anniversary of Strategic Air Command continues with a visit from Missileer, COL Ed Burchfield (Ret) and FB-111 pilot, MG Bob Hinson (Ret).
Published 05/05/21
In this episode, we continue our series celebrating the 75th Anniversary of Strategic Air Command with stories from COL Dick Purdum (Ret) and LCOL Max Moore (Ret).
Published 04/21/21
Retired Colonel Linda Aldrich discusses the challenges and rewards of breaking down the barriers to becoming one of the first women in the U.S. Air Force Missileer field. CORRECTION: Following this recording, Col. Aldrich requested the following clarification be noted: When speaking about the gender-specific crews, Col. Aldrich stated she was in the 373rd. Per Col. Aldrich, “That was an error (Titan Sq). Initially Nancy and I were in the 508 SMS, Sandy and Marcia were in the 509th, and Bev...
Published 04/14/21
A satellite will be launched at the Museum, Saturday, April 24. How? Why? Learn all about it with Elsa, John and Joel from Big Red Satellite.
Published 04/07/21
Join us for a talk with Lisa Freed, STEM Program Manager at iRobot, and Alan Wang, Executive Director at Prairie STEM, who help guide us through the upcoming robot takeover during the Nebraska Robotics Expo and National Robotics Week, April 5 - 11!
Published 03/31/21
A visit with author, Annamaria Dall'Anese to discuss her new book "The Tail of the Lizard." A fascinating story of her grandfather, Vittorio, a flight engineer with the Italian Air Force.
Published 03/24/21
In this episode, we visit with Museum Volunteers, LCOL Dave Shinbara USAF, Ret. and SMSgt Rick Lawton USAF Ret. to discuss their time served in Strategic Air Command. This is the first in a series of episodes celebrating the 75th anniversary of Strategic Air Command.
Published 03/17/21
Join us for a discussion on the next chapter in the Museum’s stealth story. Learn about our F-117 arriving in early March with Curator Brian York and Education Director Mark Strehle.
Published 02/17/21
In this episode, we get a preview of our new engineering exhibit, "Build It!" with Museum Education Director, Mark Strehle and Museum Education Manager, Will Miller. Plus, we welcome special guest Jamie Wagner, Community Relations Project Manager with OPPD, sponsor of the "Go with the Flow!" activity in the "Build It!" exhibit.
Published 02/10/21
We visit with Robert Branting, author of "A Mighty Force for Peace" to discuss the history of the Lincoln Air Force Base in Lincoln, NE.
Published 01/22/21