Talking to Elon Musk and Jim Bridenstine about SpaceX fly astronauts for the 1st time!

I had the opportunity to meet up with SpaceX CEO, Founder and Chief Engineer, Elon Musk as well as NASA Administrator, Jim Bridenstine to get their thoughts on this new era of human spaceflight!
We spoke in the historic Firing Room 4 at Kennedy Space Center where SpaceX will command the rocket to launch for Demonstration Mission 2 with Bob Behnken and Doug Hurley!
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[@garlandbest6322]

The fact that Musk and Bridenstine give you an exclusive interview when every network around the world is vying for their attention? That's serious street cred, my man.

[@catherineseapratt6182]

I agree I was LOOKING FOR THESE TWO to be together to talk about it

[@x--.]

What was so excellent about his interview was it was *informed*. Like, he's not some pretty-face reporter asking stupid questions. He's someone informed asking questions and pushing for more information. It was an excellent interview, especially the last few minutes where he wanted some totally reasonable explanation on how that partnership between NASA and commercial partners would work. Good on Tim.

[@lazybeagle1847]

Yeah, big time cred. Elons time is precious. Congrats on getting some of it and not wasting it by asking good questions.

[@diegohernandez8865]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@AndyMcBlane]

Elon knows where the real fans want to watch him

[@Liamb2179]

"I always love talking to you" - Elon Musk. Man that must feel so good Tim!

[@sagoluyorum_zaten]

I must've missed that. Timestamp?

[@remislash]

@@sagoluyorum_zaten 9:40

[@AnthonyHigham6414001080]

That's a bit like God saying "I always love talking to you" except I think I'd rather hear Elon Musk say it ;-)

[@girishs1755]

its obvious when the other guy is a marketing machine.

[@wtkprol]

Maybe was just saying that to dodge the question. I don't know. Maybe I'm just cynical.

[@averagejoe6031]

Elon: "I always love talking to you" Tim: *gives himself a mental trophy*

[@masterman1502]

The ultimate pat on the back

[@rodrigorosatoalves]

I love how Musk says he's tried to buy ICBMs from Russia so casually.

[@Soupdrum]

and hes like "without the bomb" as if we don't know he could make a much more effective payload in a weekend

[@issacnewton9443]

It was for a good cause of space travel though.

[@ChristianHedman]

Truth is easy when vision and reality are converging

[@effexon]

I wonder if russian person could by rocket from USA?

[@Mrcaffinebean]

effexon no, ITAR is why

[@XPilotP]

"i always love to talking to you" oh my god i can just imagine how that must have felt to hear that being uttered by Elon. amazing Tim

[@streets7698]

I would have just fainted then and there!

[@erwinsimeon]

Time-Stamp? want to hear it again...

[@clausmadsen6754]

But, while gentlemen like, it was still a “no, we are not talking about that today”. I think it was a great indicator of EM’s focus on the matter at hand

[@toreyweaver9708]

My same thought exactly

[@SamHarrisonMusic]

For Tim that must be like Jesus rocking up and saying 'Hey man, digging your sandals' :)

[@Voyager_AU]

"The willingness to fail is something NASA has lacked." Jim isn't pulling punches lol

[@mlc4495]

Let Jim come back with this line if/when another NASA astronaut crew dies in a launch/reentry explosion.

[@kokofan50]

@@mlc4495 if crew die under his administration, I think he’s going to say the same thing: NASA wasn’t wasn't willing to take the risks that would have weeded out the problem that killed people.

[@drabberfrog]

@@mlc4495 he meant that about testing rockets without crew. When NASA tests a rocket if it explodes the media will jump on it and they could lose their some of their budget. When SpaceX tests rockets it's okay if it explodes because they aren't going to lose their funding because of it because they are a private company. Think about how SN 1, SN 3 and SN 4 exploded in the pressure test. SpaceX can build those in a few weeks and test to improve the design much faster than testing individual components.

[@1flash3571]

@@mlc4495 Apparently, you still don't get it like NASA and Political bean counters.

[@tighebardwell6308]

Solid philosophy on life too.

[@JungleScene]

I like that Elon Musk likes Tim and gives him access to high profile interviews. You can tell that Elon appreciates and identifies with Tims enthusiasm.

[@ceci9933]

Elon must be so grateful to be able to have a smart and well-informed as an interview partner.

[@mnb9162]

Its the benefit of having private individuals with power like Elon to control who can have time, regardless of the individual. If he rates him, then he gets the interview. Government controlled institutions like Nasa would probably not.

[@alanthealienoriginal]

Well, with 3/4 Million subscribers He is getting better coverage here than on CNN.

[@ceci9933]

Alan He covers it a thousand times better than CNN ever could since he actually cares about the topic while CNN probably prepares by reading a Wikipedia article or two

[@hardowider5054]

Being independent helps too alot.

[@rz4745]

CNN: "can we record an interview before launch?" Musk: "nah, sorry I'm too busy right now." Tim: "may i ask..." *musk* yeah sure u can, jim and me looking forward to welcome you at cape"

[@mahiyajesi6437]

Elon: "I always love talking to you" Tim: gives himself a mental trophy

[@inf1nity_yt]

@@mahiyajesi6437 stolen

[@MekDog69]

When Elon musk isn't talking, he looks like my gta character in a cutscene.

[@djicroatia8936]

Hahhaha the moves left and right

[@creamyalmondz]

This comment had me dying!!! 😂😂😭💀

[@jeremyh9841]

he doesnt seem comfortable in his human suit

[@luciusbouchard3533]

Iam sorry i need to upvote this one lol

[@CBGENESIS]

The head nodding, hand movements... lmao!!!

[@V01t2]

When Elon Musk expresses that he likes your interviews in particular, you know you're doing something right. I am so excited to be alive in this point in history

[@pseudonayme7717]

Yup, me too👍 Elon looked super uncomfortable here though eh? After watching him with Tim, dangling their legs into the rocket pit and chatting like old school buddies, this looked like he wasn't happy about the presence of a Nasa representative. I'm trying to understand why that would be is all 🤔

[@V01t2]

@@pseudonayme7717 I guess I attributed his awkwardness as him being "eccentric," but good observation

[@marcotrevisanmota5209]

Pseudonayme 77 he just looks tired

[@platoscavealum902]

9:42 "I always love talking to you."

[@lseul8812]

It seemed more like a hey stay in check and dont be eccentric elon kinda guy

[@prochetasur5452]

I love how humble Elon is. When he was on the verge of crying, in an interview and the host asked him"WHAT ARE U TRYING TO PROVE TO GENE CERNAN AND NEIL ARMSTRONG?"He said"I AM TRYING TO MAKE SPACE FLIGHT ACCESSIBLE TO ALMOST ANYONE." And never said"I AM TRYING TO PROVE TO THEM..." .This man wants to serve humanity so bad. I had to address this. Love from a 16 year old, INDIA

[@busteraycan]

got any links for that interview?

[@brokensoap1717]

Elon Musk is by no means "humble"

[@irn2flying]

@@brokensoap1717 , I would disagree about Elons humility... Is he super smart? Yup. Driven? Yup. The richest man in the world...? Yup. Does he care about others recognizing and lauding him for these and many other accomplishments/gifts? I don't see it. Given his status in life, I think he's very humble, and not self focused. At least that's my take on it.

[@criticaloperator4735]

I don’t think the kids that dig all those Tesla batteries think he’s humble

[@deathnote4171]

@@brokensoap1717 😂😂😂😂😂

[@canibanoglu9643]

That moment when Tim is the only one knows the speed of the ISS by heart...

[@sganet_]

@15:08

[@venkatakrishh]

That's why he became an interviewer

[@g..n.4700]

If you check the ISS Tracker the speed is actually at 27,000+ km all the time, Tim said it’s 17,000 km speed ... that’s too slow ... ISS will slowly drop at that speed. Astronaut Chris Hadfield said that to keep the momentum going, ISS has to be at a certain speed, otherwise it will slowly descend.

[@stroopc1479]

@@g..n.4700 Tim said 17,000mi/h AND 27,000km/h, he was dead on.

[@TGentong]

Yes

[@senaesul3128]

Imagine having Elon Musk say he always loves talking to you, and probably brought along Jim Bridenstine because of this. You've got an IN my friend!

[@geoffreygoffman3222]

I think it's because he never asks stupid mainstream media-type questions. Tim cares about the rockets and the products, not stupid political stuff like some other interviewers. Also he's very casual, which is nice because you can see Elon being nervous in front of large crowds

[@no_alias_for_me]

@@geoffreygoffman3222 I think so too. Elon often said he doesn't like boring questions, he likes to talk about tech stuff and what ACTUALLY matters to HIM which just tells you that he really loves what he is doing and he really cares about his products and not how he is portrayed by politics or whatever. Kinda the reason why he sold his real estates since he didn't like to be compared to other billionaires who have lots of "unnecessary" stuff just to show off. Cool dude.

[@WildPhotoShooter]

When someone is as enthusiastic and more importantly as knowledgable as Tim and asks great questions , no wonder Elon Musk says I always like talking to you.

[@pauld.9856]

Yes, its a good credit to Tims work from Elon. And he deserves it. Pretty cool interview.

[@carlschem6167]

Gotta hand it to Tim Dodd for keeping his composure. I would've been a pile of goo on the floor from too much awesomeness in one day! Visiting NASA. Then having the main man himself tell you, you're his favourite person, then compliment you're T-shirt!! 😲🤯!

[@rehd95]

This is not an interview, this is a conversation. They all feel so confortable.

[@corymitchell3228]

No they dont lol

[@sequoiahughes8536]

Yeah I love Elon but I usually can’t stand to watch him speak because he’s so nervous (call it whatever you want-I can’t stand it), but he seems comfortable talking to Tim

[@WerexZenok]

@@corymitchell3228 yeah. Also noticed that. Specially Elon.

[@daanzoomer2997]

Sequoia Hughes true but i would also be heck nervous if i have to talk in front of a crowd

[@davidcampbell4174]

It really helps when the interviewer knows his chit.

[@rashadarbab2769]

This guy definitely has Elon’s private number he’s had so many interviews

[@Un0rdin4rYPr0gr4mmeR]

As a matter of fact, he does ;)

[@JonathanAnimate2]

Elon loves having someone that wants to geek out on details and shares his enthusiasm, as do we :D

[@thewhitewolf58]

@@JonathanAnimate2 i like how elon isnt some greedy corner cutting ceo hes a space geek helping nasa

[@effexon]

Also, this guy is almost part of Elon's team, giving him ideas and helping with many kind of stuff.

[@bluebaconjake405]

Azzp. aka. Dubzy. Dubzy - production's ok calm down dude

[@infure]

i appreciate how Elon puts his phone down and then comes over to the interview.

[@grovermatic]

Tim, I'm so frickin' proud of how far you've come.

[@gavinmccraw4969]

I found this channel far too late, as someone that has relatively just dived into the fascination of space/space travel, tim dodd has transformed my perspective in everything. Thanks, Tim!

[@nolanhowe6002]

@@gavinmccraw4969 Same here m8, just watched a documentary on the Spirit and Opportunity rovers, kind of an inspiring story about how two little rovers that were supposed to only last a few months lasted multiple years. If you want to check it out it is on Disney+

[@platoscavealum902]

9:42 "I always love talking to you."

[@jimlthor]

It's insane. I was so excited the first time he talked to Elon. Elon even knew who he was, and you could tell that he was excited to talk to another person that has such a great understanding of rockets. I could listen to them talk for days

[@terminationshock1356]

Who is he? Your son?

[@platoscavealum902]

"I always love talking to you." - Elon Musk: 9:42

[@lazybeagle1847]

Dude, you got the ultimate compliment

[@treefarm3288]

Good on you, Tim.

[@themodfather9382]

BIG BONER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Lucas-GR]

@@themodfather9382 ultimate boner I'd say

[@TheExoplanetsChannel]

Yes !

[@dinoschachten]

How true - SpaceX pushing NASA to go fast, NASA pushing SpaceX to go safe. And Tim getting those two initially awkward and quiet guys to really loosen up, owning every moment. That really impressed me. I guess it's one of those skills you really have to master as a photographer. ;) Oooh, nice improvisation on the mic! I didn't notice any difference in your sound at all!

[@CaliforniaGirl-qk5kq]

Yes - it was a really good interview. Better than post ride to ISS interview scheduled by NASA

[@Pico_444]

"Congrats Elon you've had a child this yeah" "... Oh yeah..."

[@jinanshmehta3518]

@Why / Not? why not??? 😂😂😂

[@fakerfake1491]

5 children next year please!

[@sykurru]

he's like '..oh yeah I forgot about that.."

[@stevenattaway]

"I tried to buy some ICBMs in Russia." - Only Elon Musk

[@Kerbal18]

Without the nuclear warhead of course

[@Penofhell]

@@Kerbal18 of course, of course.

[@SpookyBoson]

welp someone else is a giant elon fan

[@zonelet372]

he wants to nuke mars obviously

[@fanaticvandal472]

I think the Russians are regretting not selling him one, lol

[@rogeriopenna9014]

Jim and Elon at that night, with their respective friends: "wow, we got interviewed by the Everyday Astronaut! Again! We must be getting famous!"

[@tamie341]

They're his biggest fanboys.

[@TheExoplanetsChannel]

Haha

[@dinorei7364]

The cool thing is that Tim has proven he is a responsible and dedicated researcher.

[@qekelelemike4608]

They earned it 😊

[@breakfast-burrito]

9:42 "I always love talking to you" Because he actually understands and asks the complex questions. A sign of a good conversation is going off on wild tangents.

[@flistick1253]

I am very grateful to the author of the channel for taking care of other people who do not know English, and I am grateful to those people who translated the subtypes. I am from Russia and very few people here know English very well, so thank you very much

[@syedfaraaz2105]

He designed another rocket in his mind while he was doing his interview

[@BenitoFan760]

And dank memes for his Twitter

[@no-gracias9863]

Haha

[@nathannoumenon9988]

@Jimbo Bimbo TESLAQUILA!!!

[@immigrantgaming420epic]

Falcon 69?

[@dannyrodger491]

@Jimbo Bimbo and Neurolink 🥶

[@louicoleman2910]

Tim: “You’ve had a kid” Elon: “Oh yeah” 🤣

[@Kornelius.1228]

Easily forgettable with that name

[@milchbub5774]

@@Kornelius.1228 And that even though he only asigned him a number 🤔

[@michaelfridlin8042]

Who forgets a child.

[@milchbub5774]

@@michaelfridlin8042 Nobody does. Classic Elon joke

[@danielzheleznov72]

@@michaelfridlin8042 he was joking

[@firedragon2116]

9:42 “I always love talking to you”....jaw dropping

[@sofuckingannoying]

They genuinely share a great common interest, that's how friends are made.

[@platoscavealum902]

9:42 is the correct time stamp for the quote: "I always love talking to you."

[@nicklausgutknecht6226]

Plato's Cave alum bruh it’s off by a second

[@firedragon2116]

Plato's Cave alum Fixed :)

[@MaryEffnPoppins]

When I saw Elon put his phone down prior to the interview, that immediately showed me he is giving you 100% undivided attention and wants zero interruptions.

[@MansSuperPower]

Tim has a lot of “Space Cred” to have the access to interview these two guys. I’m here laughing how media from the world want these two guys, but a KZbinr has undeniable access to them and to pad 39-A.

[@NYGGJELEBEITE]

Right before launch

[@ceci9933]

With him Elon doesn't need to deal with annoying questions and people who have no idea about his ideals and current projects, I bet thats why a KZbinr is more welcome for an interview like this. Elon just dont want stupid journalists to ruin his vibe 👏

[@LaundryChuteLLC]

Says alot

[@shanesmith3077]

Yea I work for NASA and can't even get in there. lol.

[@lindagauntt4712]

I enjoy lessoning to Elon when he talks about SpaceX and Tesla!!💙🚀🌹💕

[@xuxnx]

"Congratulations. You had a kid." Elon: /mathematical calculations in head/ ...Oh yeah...

[@harryferrett9420]

**oh yeah, that thing**

[@Perktube1]

He would've remembered it better if there had been a lot of R&D involved.

[@datboifish4262]

At that moment he was able to plan a mission to mars.

[@Duhya]

@@deepdownderp Yeah a nice generic common name that won't standout, or attract attention.

[@JousefM]

LOL!

[@johnnyboy90528]

"You had a kid." "Oh yeah."

[@1Reddd]

John Snyder “oh yeah I forgot about that thing”

[@saurabhkumarsingh3986]

What was his Name again ?

[@bencarter8324]

I cringed at that

[@Josse702]

Lmao!

[@jacobjorgenson9285]

Another child he has no time for

[@realchrovan]

07:10 Elon gets into infinite loop, crashes, debugs itself and properly restarts

[@jinanshmehta3518]

The Terminator 😉😉😂🤣😉😜

[@iam_a_sad_khan]

9:40 "I always love talking to you". He must have felt good

[@samstenner1898]

Jim Bridenstine is so down-to-earth (no pun intended). He's not afraid to admit where NASA has failed, and recognises the progressive development of the commercial space industry. He's an excellent administrator, and we should be lucky to have him.

[@hipotures]

Yep, we meet past and future. Good to see no war between them.

[@Jan-fv6nr]

Bridenstine for president.

[@simateix6262]

Sure Elon Musk is brilliant and most people recognize that, but not that many people give credit to Jim Bridenstine which is shame as he is great administrator and a good man. Love them both

[@TheSadButMadLad]

I can remember subscribing when this weird guy went around in a Russian space suit talking about rockets and space. Now look where he's got to - interviewing Elon & Jim. And this is not the pinnacle of Tim's adventures. This is just the start. What's next - the first interview held on the Moon?

[@platoscavealum902]

9:42 "I always love talking to you."

[@viktornicht260]

Wow same. Remember him talking about SSTO's? Good old days

[@gabedude68]

Same! Tim is one of the very best Space channels, I'm excited about this launch but I'm posting this because I'm REALLY happy that Tim got this special interview with two Titans of the 21st Century! Well done Tim!

[@bencarter8324]

Tims sucess on youtube is crazy, and like you said it's only just getting started.

[@NautilusTSG]

Tim is successful, but he knows to little for my taste. Scott Manley is my favorite space guy with a lot more knowledge.

[@craigbowie8925]

Tim, I am so ecstatically happy for you. In your wildest dreams when you started this could you imagine the experience you just had. Let's aim big. I want to see you interview astronauts...ON THE ISS. FROM THE ISS. Dream big and thank you for all the wonder you bring to the world.

[@HiroNguy]

Replying from ~2 years later: Tim Dodd *to the Moon!*

[@bruceclark2795]

The guy from NASA spoke beautifully ,so polished and poetic .They were both really genuine .

[@superkasanova1979]

This is the most wholehearted interview I have ever seen with Elon. He seems to jive with your energy. Congrats on winning his trust. It shows up in this interview

[@davidinhell100]

He rarely lets anyone in Tim is the man ...

[@dvoutsin]

Great interview for sure.

[@bronya8108]

Watch his ones with Joe Rogan. Great stuff

[@Hiracutch]

I am fascinated by the confidence he has before launching, knowing how to handle a great responsibility like Elon, only great people.

[@henryjordan433]

Tim is the only guy to accidentally interview Jim Bridenstine

[@damo87araimo]

You interviewd them like a boss. Why do we have a mainstream media? Are you trained? Seriously, this was superb journalism. The worlds busiest man just gave you 10mins. Wow!

[@DragonRider6969]

@15:00 min: this Moment, when you can help Elon Musk and show your knowledge!!! Really good interview 👍

[@mggmuggins]

Tim has a way of getting Elon to talk like I haven't seen with other interviewers. Great to see this exclusive!

[@EnDSchultz1]

It's because Tim brings his excitement and passion for the topics to the table. Furthermore, he asks the sorts of questions that Elon loves talking about.

[@stevenwhite9927]

Exactly! Tim actually has an understanding of this and overwhelming excitement, so it is easy to talk with a common interest, but when ‘reporters’ interview, they just ask basic questions probably sit there with a blank face because they don’t understand nor do they care.

[@peytongorshavitzki6933]

cuz he’s a nerd, not same lame interviewer.

[@peytongorshavitzki6933]

Oh and they are both genuinely interested in eachother

[@Oblivic]

I agree, I also like the talks with Elon Musk and Lex Friedman.

[@9709923699]

When you are passionate about something doesn't matter if you have or not fancy camera or setup. Everyday Astronaut is a great inspiration.

[@tuckerwelker6924]

Wow, 2 microphones and YOU got the interview of all time! Go Tim!

[@alexkorocencev7689]

9:41 Elon: "I always love talking to you"

[@hugowijk3676]

Tim is probably one of the best spaceflight journalists out there, and especially when it comes to covering SpaceX and interviewing Elon Musk. It's obvious he enjoys being interviewed by him, and who wouldn't? So knowledgable about everything from the history of spaceflight to the cutting edge design of SpaceX. He makes an interview with Elon Musk into a nerd out about space or just a casual conversation about the coolest stuff on earth (or in space). I loved the comment about elons old password "is the 9 for nine merlin engines?", he just knows what he's talking about, and he seems to know Elon too!

[@brianmost311]

Music to Tims ears. We love when they talk too! Keep it up!

[@kiko-lm1gp]

@@hugowijk3676 couldn't agree moree

[@rick67hou]

If I was in Tim's shoes when he said that, I would have melted into the ground.

[@HTWW]

@@hugowijk3676 agree on almost every word. Except for maybe the last part) For me it was more like: "So THAT'S why I've put that '9' in the password)))"

[@lucaherman6227]

The must love being interviewed by rocket nerds instead of answering the same dumb questions for cable news segments, and not having to answer political questions. Just rocket love all around

[@IanHutchings_KTF]

Gotta have some rocket nerd love...

[@tyros1984]

You're spot on my friend, I feel exactly the same :-)

[@nataliecurry106]

Oh Tim it must be the greatest feeling having it affirmed by Elon he loves talking to you. 😁 That must feel like WOWZA.

[@kylebutzerin7803]

"It's not SpaceX vs NASA" Jim: *Awkward glance in Elon's glorious aura*

[@OzzySafa]

Tim Dodd: The only guy that can interview Elon Musk and Jim Bridenstine by using Iphone earphones and absolutely nail it! Well done Tim I’m so happy for you 🙌🏼👏🏼🚀🤙🏽

[@shaolin95]

if by nailed it you mean making them look retarded with that wide angle perspective and sad quality

[@sirfer6969]

@@shaolin95 Chinese 50 cent muppet that you are. Dear China, stop dropping toxic propellants on your people and catch up with the rest of the world.

[@unfurling3129]

@@sirfer6969 Dear China, free Tibet, free HK, free your people so they can stop flooding into and buying up our countries like locusts

[@HelenGPitts]

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[@markyfrencho]

“I tried to buy some ICBMs from Russia, but that didn’t work.” 😂 This is where the supervillains and space nerds Venn diagrams cross over.

[@truckwit]

right imagine how easy it would be for Elon to get Plutonium from russia.

[@davecasey4341]

“I tried to buy some ICBMs from Russia, but that didn’t work.” Red lights start flashing in CIA HQ.

[@bertdemeulemeester]

That is what's so great about Elon. He doesn't care one bit about politics. He only goes like okey, who has what i need to accomplish my goal. Ah! The russians have good rockets, let's give Putin a call. His trust in humanity as a whole is borderline naive. An absolute nutjob but one hell of inspiration to all of us

[@stainlesssteelfox1]

SPECTRE were idiots. Or Mr Osato if it was developed by Osato Chemicals. Bird One could have easily been upgraded into a fully re-usable launch system that with it's existing upper stage could have delivered cargo or crew to orbit. They'd solved the big problem of recovering the upper stage and precision landing, so recovering the lower stage would have been far easier, given the additiuonal infrastructure of a landing pad downrange. Extend the length of the first stage by 50%, and add two more engines at right angles to the existing two edge mounted motors and it could have carried around 5 tons in it's nose mounted payload bay. Remove the crew section and you could probably bump that to 10 tons. Or replace the payload bay with a pressurised cabin and you could transport a dozen passengers to and from orbit. There might even be enough volume to use it as a short term space station for a couple of astronauts.

[@panno1103]

Yes. He said they were crazy expensive. He started spacex to give cheap rockets to people.

[@kotgc7987]

Awesome! Thanks to all 3 participating together in this interview.

[@caleb7799]

You have pure talent for making people feel comfortable and moving the conversations forward without awkward silence!

[@rogerfroud300]

I love that fact that all these professional interviewers are there, but honestly, I think they'd rather talk to an enthusiastic geek. That's the difference between it being a job, and it being a passion. Well done Tim, our man with his finger on the pulse and friends in high places.

[@BruceChastain]

and even the live coverage he was doing is a lot better than the regular commercial stuff.

[@TurreTuntematon]

Roger Froud Very well said. Agree 💯

[@imawesome7868]

"I always love talking to you" *holds it together for 15 minutes, walks into the hallway "OMG!!!!!" You rock dude

[@oaguilarm]

Congratulations Tim!!! This conversation between three, nice and humble people, passionate about a topic, is epic!!!!

[@Harmonicosscillation]

Great interview! I love the comments about the structure you're in, how it was built in the 60s and appears in all these movies/docs, etc. Very cool point and so happy we are back!!!

[@brdnlng]

8:41: "Whether that comes from an intern or me or anyone. It doesn't matter." Love that.

[@ameersuliman6250]

That really show his great leadership within SpaceX

[@AFuller2020]

The guy is 24/7, tough boss, expects 100%,it's starts from the top.

[@MikeInTheWoods]

Tim to Elon: "Yeah, if you wouldn't mind Mic'ing yourself up, that'd be great." Legendary. Showing Musk and Bridenstine how it's done

[@kworkshop]

haha yea

[@WillProwse]

very alpha

[@JohnnyZenith]

Look how far he's come. What I'd give to be in his shoes.

[@dsdy1205]

@@skeeterburke let's not go there

[@hrissan]

That is most important. Only do something professionally.

[@lucidonoccasion5012]

Tim: "Congrats on having a kid!" Elon: "Oh yeah"

[@Nefylym]

Bringing it full circle! Congratulations on this milestone to everyone involved, and thank you for letting us be a part of it! WOOHOO!!!

[@freddiebenson7337]

“A bright shiny moment, you had a kid!” Elon: “oh, yeah”

[@officialspock]

He has 5 already, its not like his first time

[@ValMephora]

"oh yeah... I forgot that was a thing"

[@SuperSMT]

@@officialspock He's had six, now seven

[@officialspock]

@@SuperSMT really? Wow!!!

[@bulletbob]

He was just having fun feigning understatement. It’s Elon humor . . .

[@ivanfaye3041]

I love how Elon says : we talk really often I'll tell you about dragon XL later

[@abeeinspace]

@misuyy fong he’s recording his audio with AirPod(s) because he didn’t expect Bridenstine to be there

[@gillisdanos9354]

Dude great interview. When you shot out the speed of the space station, that was so cool !

[@federicoweninger60]

Such informal chat with such guys is what makes your videos so unique and authentic Tim. + the inverviewer is someone that knows his stuff! I really enjoyed it. Thanks!

[@CaliforniaBushman]

Props to NASA's Jim Bridenstein for sticking to the big picture! Regardless of politics, he does this very well.

[@TinRapper]

I really like Jim. Like right here, he's admitting why Nasa is slow and SpaceX is fast in rocket development. I don't know what is people's problem.

[@pingpong9656]

The truth is - the politicians are dirty and steel tax dollars by maximizing expenses. It is in their interest to waste tax dollars and maximize their cut.

[@jamesm3897]

Spacex is fast because they skip the “how to build rocket” tutorial!

[@melvinjansen2338]

I don't understand the problem either

[@JACMAN02]

He is such a well spoken person.

[@crying2emoji5]

I like jim but he has some very questionable human rights opinions that leave me astounded as to how someone so intelligent and educated could be simultaneously so ignorant

[@sjay4673]

Thank you Jim and Elon for doing this exclusive with Tim! The three of you keep up the great work!

[@Chris-tb7jh]

What a great interviewer you are! You really know your stuff and ask captivating questions.

[@dariusm.8316]

Must've been such an honor to hear Musk say "I always love talking to you" Such approval i would be so star struck 😅

[@r1e5p3l7i2c]

I'm happy that Bridenstine is embracing you with Elon as independent space press. Your enthusiasm, quality and authenticity for the subject deserves the recognition such as in the form of these interviews. Keep it up!

[@cheershiii965]

I just found your channel and I'm totally new to space travel so i barely understand anything you talk about on your channel but I already learned so much and your energy makes me so excited and happy to keep learning. Thanks man!!!

[@loribreford8621]

Thank you. Just subscribed today! You are awesome and your excitement is contagious! I worked for a local, weekly newspaper in Colorado Springs for 15 years and was blessed to go to the Space Symposium each year at the Broadmoor. Space is so cool and the SpaceX booth would always give my son the gift of a rocket. So excited to start viewing all your previous videos. Some of your verbal terminology is way over my head, but I can still get the concepts. Thanks again!

[@claricecupcake6893]

15:08 Tim spits out velocity numbers. I love watching the chemistry anytime Elon and Tim talk to each other.

[@nickg2691]

Elon was just like, "My man" lol

[@ryccoh]

I think Elon was trying to say it in feet per second in order to shock people more

[@brandondehaas7332]

Elon putting his phone on the table behind them is the best thing I've seen. A guy like him putting things on hold to talk to Tim is awesome. Somehow I'm a fan of Elon even more now.

[@XIIIStefanC]

I noticed that too and felt the same way :D

[@nickg2691]

It may sound silly but someone like Elon doing that is a big Fing deal. It showed that he wanted no distractions from the interview and that Tim for those few minutes had his full, undivided attention. Which means mad respect from Elon.

[@RWBHere]

Tim, that's an awesome scoop! Well handled, too. Your questions were more sensible than number of the ones asked by certain so-called 'professional' journalists. We appreciate seeing the full, unedited, interview, complete with mistakes and fluffed statements from all sides. This approach makes an interview more alive and immediate.

[@_nils]

13:23 I love that vision. Great interview man

[@mark2thed281]

I love how Elon-Fanboy Tim is now Tim-Fanboyed by Elon. That's an amazing thing in all of this.

[@macjonte]

In a few years: “this is a great relationship “. :P

[@kaltenbach.alexander]

I can't wait to here about a commercial flight to Jupiter

[@thannbanis3639]

That when you know you’ve ’made it’... when your heroes become your fans.

[@MrErikastudillo]

Awesome bromans

[@harrisongilbert]

"I tried to buy some ICBM's from Russia" LMFAO

[@GryphonB]

And they were rude too him apparently.

[@djopdam199]

I wanted to Wright Just that, this is how you know you're an excentric billionaire

[@KevinCreighton]

Yeah, haven't we all though?

[@samuelconnolly4549]

I thought i heard that LOL

[@sam-45632]

Gryphon yeah it was 8 Million per rocket 😂

[@coose1612]

By far the greatest bromance i think I’ve ever witnessed

[@Xenomorph358]

This has to be the best interview i've seen that covers a wide range of topics in a short amount of time. Credits where credit is due. Loved this! Thanks for creating this video for us to listen/watch.

[@aqynbc]

Jim Bridenstine is such a good ambassador for NASA and the space business in general.

[@zakiranderson722]

I'm here after the scrubbed launch! Now that was a proper interview, nice 1 Tim. 👍

[@pearlgirl5643]

Today is the day! 🙏🚀

[@pkawesome6230]

@@pearlgirl5643 I'm ready!!!!

[@lalox3003]

Thanks for the interview Everyday Astronaut

[@SimplyBergman]

Wow, that's amazing, this youtuber must be so happy and proud that he's having these guys interviewed, and in such a willingful manner

[@cantabrian1009]

When I saw Tim's selfie with Elon and Jim, the word "Levels" came into my head.

[@Agnemons]

My estimation of Elon just went up several notches. Almost the first thing he does on entering the room is take out his phone, switch it to silent and then put it aside.

[@milkyo1206]

Thanks for pointing that out that's awesome

[@xordus]

the guy also transformed banking, automobiles, energy production/storage, and rocketry. but yeah, silencing his phone has gotta be his most impressive achievement yet. lol

[@Jo-Theory]

This should be a more common thing in society, thanks for recognizing. 1:42 for anyone wondering. :)

[@user9b2]

Matt Rowland 👉 A lot of people do not understand that simple respect. Looks like you do not either.

[@southjerseysound7340]

@@xordus it takes someone who's a great leader and has respect and a understanding of details to be able to do such things. But you seriously will never understand that

[@fredi9204]

Everything Jim says is just pure gold for anyone interested in the basic principles of public-private partnership that is keeping SpaceX on track for Mars and NASA viable as a public institution. Whenever a man like Jim uses words like "new era", one should pay attention. Tim isn't meeting rocket engineer Musk here. He's meeting two leaders of their respective organizations which are in symbiotic relationship, and if a mission goes to h***, they're in it together. Tim was caught off-guard by Jim's presence and still manages to engage them on their mutual interest. There was perhaps a bit more on offer here had Tim been more prepared, but frankly it's ridiculous he even got there to film this amazing video.

[@nandesu]

This was the best interview for this event. Well done man. You are rocking this.

[@RoboTekno]

19:25 This also shows the new era in 'news' and information exchange. A couple nerds with two cameras and some iphone earbuds can quickly produce a more interesting interview than most of the mainstream media out there. Not to mention undoubtedly reaching more young minds out there, inspiring them to watch a historical astronaut rocket launch.

[@CrazyMonster37]

Also I feel Elon is genuinely more interested in this conversation and and he’s really comfortable and talking and being himself compared to many other interviews when he just awkwardly laughs. The interviewer asks quite many interesting questions in this interview that are different from other usual invertierest with mainstream media too

[@andrewpyrah]

A couple of nerds on a budget - that describes the creators and inventors and so much fantastic stuff. :)

[@dropsnooze5274]

Depends on what you consider as interesting. This right here wasn't an interview, it was a conversation about how awesome this whole mission and relationship is. That is nothing which wasn't covered by the mainstream media. This conversation had no informational value at all.

[@nineballking06351]

How proud do you think Tim was when Elon said "I love talking to you." 9:40

[@lazybeagle1847]

Way to go tim!!!!!

[@magnus44703]

He peed, no doubt. I would have.

[@DeathValleyDazed]

Adam Magnusson - I would have worn Depends in anticipation of this once in a lifetime experience 😂

[@Nigfis]

How proud do you think I was? :) x

[@molevista]

17:38 "It is!" Simultaneously. :D

[@timalatorredomum]

You're the best Tim! Congrats on this fantastic interview. I'm jealous that you were at the launch. Thank you for your passion and your great coverage

[@Devinfrbs]

Blows my mind that they were even willing to talk to you with the amount of pressure they must be feeling right now.

[@jacobjorgenson9285]

SpaceX is advertising for Tesla really . No one is going to Mars

[@karthikbalaji3739]

Jacob Jorgenson SpaceX was started before Tesla, idiot

[@aukfly9231]

@@jacobjorgenson9285 Create a company that manufactures and operates technologically advanced rockets years before buying Tesla with the single goal of advertising > Everything in the observable universe

[@Sam-gf6ue]

@@jacobjorgenson9285 they are both advertising for each other

[@jacobjorgenson9285]

@@karthikbalaji3739 and ? You think humans will go to Mars? I think you may need to study that subject a bit more.

[@QuantumBraced]

Jim got a lot of heat when he was appointed, but he's a great speaker, motivator, and advocate for space. He's done a great job as administrator.

[@crystinamarie1]

I agree. He seems genuinely passionate about us going to space and NASA public opinion improving. I love it! Space rules🤘

[@TheLeontheking]

It's incredible! Not long ago i was pleased to hear ' I am Tim Dodd, the everyday astronaut' out of the audience. Now you are getting exclusive interviews! Your true interest in the subject, and the resulting meaningful questions really payed off! Shows that sensation-seeking is not the only way in media :)

[@longdashes]

This must be the best KZbin channel ever. No need to excuse for your mic quality, it was super fine, but just the way you do your stuff. With passion and absolutely down to earth. God I love your content. Thank you a lot for what you are doing!

[@Larkinchance]

Many billionaires sit on their earning and collect, interest, rent or royalties.. Their fortunes accumulate without effort. Elon Musk earned his money. Against all odds, he risks his money trying new things. Elon Musk deserves our support!

[@jacobjorgenson9285]

I've met a few billionaires as they were clients of mine, they all work harder than anyone ells

[@jbell6642]

Jacob Jorgenson...and I’m guessing the hard-working ones were self-made.

[@ihavenoidea4727]

All billionaires are self made. No billionaire inherited billions.

[@Pasi_98]

Ihavenoidea Actually many inherited their money. But there is also a lot of them who made it themself.

[@seanz6586]

Ihavenoidea Walmart?

[@Hotpanda1213]

Tim the madlad bringing us the scoop from the Field

[@benjaminli188]

Ok Mitsuha

[@danydesconocido]

The world can't stop, so we need to keep scooping the fields

[@Farming-Technology]

I think lost my scoop in that field...

[@jordang7209]

Mad jealous that you get to interview these 2 guys but so glad that you do. It’s always a quality interview and Elon definitely appreciates your enthusiasm.

[@KevinSolem]

Proud of you Tim. You are doing a good job of bringing really good news for all of us. In my opinion, this is way more than launching American astronauts from American soil. This is a big leap for humanity.

[@audiogek]

I always like to think Tim has a special place in the heart of Elon when he gets this comfortable. Wonderful to see, really.