Getting to know the Everyday Astronaut, Tim Dodd

[@davegodby907]

Loving these interviews with other 'Team Space' KZbinr's. Your news journalist experience and passion for all things space (and tech) shows in these interesting, entertaining and informative interviews, giving us background and a view of the 'off camera' personalities of our favourite KZbinr's... I hope you manage to find the same success as your guests and carry on feeling the same unbridled joy you felt watching your first launch well into the future... 🖤

[@annakissed3226]

Have you thought about buying an Insta360 1" and using it on a monopod. It would give you a bunch of shots to cut away to especially if there are others in the conversation in the background. Everybody was saying the 360 1" was a game changer as its output could be intercut with A & B camera footage. Go look at these channels Philip Bloom, Potato Jet & Jeven Dovey & maybe Stewart & Altna also Yuqing Guo is great for the subtle kernings that make production quality better You might want to also pick up a 3 footed Monster from Australia. Thanks for the behind the scenes of production videos. If you run out of crews to interview a sideways switch into the EV/Energy youtube creator community may prove very productive.

[@annakissed3226]

Sound You really need to look at subscribing to the Izotope Software As A Service production bundle at about $20 a month you get all their AI based software cleanup tools like RX10 etc Also Given you come from mainstream production you might like the review of the Sony F55 on CVP (4K 120 16bit Raw Global shutter)

[@annakissed3226]

I been thinking about KZbin creator OB vans because of watching Tramsport Evolved & thinking that that their is a crossover between the VanLife community & the KZbin content creator community. Both the Computer/Tech & VanLife community document their buildout of their backroom facilities If Transport Evolved documented the build out of a KZbin creator OB ban based on a Amazon Delivery van or a long wheel base Mercedes Sprinter electric van, if designed cleverly you could have a 24 hour production space with the option of being a 24 hour home! But built on having 100Kw+ of silky smooth main power rechargeable in 30 mins plus level 3 driver assist i.e. easy long distance interstate driving. These vans can even tow Vehicle mover sized trailers aka Mandalorian style Short throw projector or Green Screen fully rigged Studio Space! Yes thats a high capital startup cost but much, much lower day to day variable costs.

[@annakissed3226]

Saying just start a KZbin channel because no one will see your first videos expresses a level of able bodied privilege that its obviously hard for you to understand If I want equipment to shoot a video I have to go without food for days. When editing might take you a day it can take me 2 weeks. If you want an example of KZbin creator who has made a channel successful despite hidden disabilities look at Jeff Geerling I have been fighting for 10 years just to get well enough just to start a channel Right now I am fighting hard to stand up and walk across a room to reheat some food for a breakfast that I have been trying to make for 6 hours. And I know that even when I manage to get to the point when I start its going to be years of paying my dues or as so eloquently ACDC put it youtu. be/eQluGs2SFRs

[@gregsulman8659]

Tim Dodd is such a legend, so glad you caught up with him. Another great interview Ellie, well done👍

[@davidbeppler3032]

I love the fact a beautiful woman is running around interviewing all the space nerds! The best part is, she is a space nerd too! lmao

[@paulbellini2137]

I have spent many hours watching Tim’s deep dives. I didn’t know how much work went into producing them but now I appreciate them even more.

[@richb2229]

Tim and Felix in the same week, Awesome!

[@NomenNescio99]

You are on high roll, keep it coming!

[@jbarvideo12]

Fabulous interview with Tim Dodd Ellie. Your questions were great and his answers were succinct.

[@charlesrovira5707]

@11:55 That was one of the best, most detailed explanations of the *Soviet* rocketry program I had ever seen. No propaganda, just facts. Amazing...

[@alesksander]

Yes most impressive work indeed.

[@markspieth7591]

The story behind the story is fascinating. Your background provides a different perspective than others. Keep on keeping on!

[@wellspj2002]

I enjoy Tim’s channel. Thanks for interviewing him.

[@fredwinslow744]

Well done !!

[@ellieinspace]

Thank you, Fred!

[@os4hwks384]

Love interview; live just 20 miles from Tim Dodd!

[@eddyer3393]

I forget is he in Davenport? If It is the place I am thinking there is a river and a bridge. It may be Keokuk I am thinking of years ago it was sketchy. Some of the bridges (story for another time) Astronauts will be drawn from all parts of the USA through the programs that are being developed today - and will truly go where no one has gone before. Evidently not everyone wants to go - what is with that? Put me in coach.

[@TomTRay]

Ellie, I'm not sure how I discovered you channel, but I've loved watching you evolve over the months. It's great to see you becoming so well-connected with the space-tubers community. You'll keep growing and become another energetic source on par with Tim, Felix, and NSF within the next year. Follow your heart and dreams. Watching your reactions is precious, and strongly human - relatable to your audience. You go, girl! You made the right decision in your life! 💖 how you share you energy!

[@harrywissink842]

Again top journalism! Nice guy ! Inspiring! Compliments!

[@daveb790]

Just Two words. Thank you

[@Sushihunter250]

Ellie: Awesome interview with Tim and Felix - both great SpaceTubers! I'm not exactly sure how I first stumbled across Tim and Everyday Astronaut, but I remember him asking questions of Elon Musk at a press event at the SpaceX factory in California, and shortly after at the Starship event in Boca Chica where after the official event, he did a longer interview of Elon. The really neat thing about that interview was watching how Elon responded to Tim. Not only did he make time for the interview, after it was over and he had removed his wireless microphone, he continued for some time afterward. It was obvious at the time that Elon was impressed with Tim because he was asking intelligent questions instead of the usual dumb questions he gets from main-stream media. Pretty sure that is why Tim was able to get the long interviews and tour of Starbase with Elon. Hopefully you will find a time when you and Tim are able to get together for a more in-depth interview. Really enjoying your video work.

[@davidbeppler3032]

Not to mention that conversation where Tim gave Elon inspiration! That was awesome!

[@rolflandale2565]

Tim got his subscribers with his personal house crashing with Elon Interviews, Felix almost as many fans, he focused the work spec events of SpaceX, these were key 🔑 to subscribers. Ellie could to, if beyond the other Elon products & promo, so far she presents solar, BOXABLE & Tesla cars, but they weren't as popular as work of SpaceX by their fans.

[@motokid6008]

I discovered EA while watching EJ_SA on Twitch. Tim when he was still doing photography stopped in chat a few times. Had to be almost ten years ago not long after Kerbal Space Program came out.

[@john.dvollins6284]

Thank you ma'am the interview great content Mr Tim Dodd is the Walter Cronkite of the 21st century and you my lady maybe his co-conspirator and a shout out to Marcus house and Scott Manley roll program take all of you for bringing us the world of space the final frontier

[@goingballisticmotion5455]

Nice cameo by Ana and Antonio! Our future rocket scientists and astronauts. Can't wait for Tim to do a deep dive on one of their rocket designs!

[@thom7440]

Hey Ellie, thanks so much for your interviews w both Tim and Felix. I just watched both of them and they're both fantastic! I haven't seen anyone else interview them, so it's really nice to see a "behind the scenes" view of them. Thanks so much for that, and Im looking forward to seeing what else you come up with! Good luck on going full-time! That's super brave and I really hope you're able to figure out how to make that work :-)

[@danmay6493]

Space tube community should have a yearly meet and greet. I could see fans coming from everywhere to see them. Who knows in 20 years it could get to be huge like CES. BTW Ellie your interviews with the community is awesome. We the fans needed someone like you to do the back stories.

[@DarnWhippets]

Another great interview Ellie, Tim's an awesome guy. Marcus, Jordan, and Scott up next.

[@richardsmallwood7940]

Can't remember all I said! So I just say from the UK, thanks Ellie for what you're doing and this special with the great Tim Dodd, love all this Space stuff! 👍👌🖖

[@budgetaudiophilelife-long5461]

THANKS ELLIE,FOR INTERVIEWING TIM 🤗😎💚💚💚

[@Garethasaurus]

I'm real glad to have KZbinrs who go out there and show us all the cool rocket stuff...I don't have a horse yet, so unfortunately I can't go and see it for myself 🍀🚀

[@eddyer3393]

I like trees. Peace brother.

[@Garethasaurus]

@@eddyer3393 thanks bro... tree's are definitely very likeable 🌳

[@clausmadsen6754]

Once Tim gets comfortable and into just explaining it just flows nicely. Super interesting interview. Hope he doesn’t kill himself following his ambitions

[@MrDlenrek]

Comments on safety of BO new shepherd didn’t age well! I am sure it is still a pretty safe platform though, but there will be lots of eyes on that. Good interview as usual!

[@Rob2]

Several things have changed over a couple of days... the NBC Connecticut marking of the van has been removed as well...

[@eddyer3393]

@@Rob2 Yea They missed the boat had a chance to support Tim and missed it. I suspect that is a decision they will regret.

[@thomascharlton8545]

Good job Ellie. I enjoyed seeing a different aspect of Tim Dodd. Your background enables you to bring something of value to the "Space-tuber" table that no one else is.

[@ellieinspace]

Thanks so much! I am trying to bring something different to the table, I appreciate it :-)

[@derekwiffen1115]

I got to see the Apollo launches on TV I felt the excitement that Tim shows in every video. It felt incredible at the time so I love seeing his enthusiasm and the way he enjoys doing his thing. One of the best KZbin channels out there. I watch his launch coverage instead of any of the big commercial tv channels. I hate seeing celebrity presenters that know stuff all about what they are presenting. So to seeTim, his knowledge and enthusiasm is so refreshing go Tim! love your work dude. Ellie your not bad either.

[@davidhawkins7138]

Great interview Ellie - You show Tim's real engaging personality.

[@dougyaroch3380]

We all appreciate the tour, Excellent job; great job Ellie

[@sm3ttz]

Tim is cool. He is a proof that you don't need a PhD in astrophysics to be a source of information! Just the drive and enthusiasm makes him top notch! And you Ellie is a fresh new addition to the space tube world. Keep it up!

[@jaydebbiefrye5420]

Nice interview! Thank you both.

[@obduliocerceno4984]

Yeah!!! Great interviewing with the legend Tim Dodd. We are following you from Panama 🇵🇦. Thanks a lot Ellie!!! ❤

[@eddyer3393]

Ty that is kind of neat. Panama duh Pa. U funny. I would like to see viewers from around the world. Posting comments in many languages. The right click will translate for us. The CC and settings will translate the story into the language of the viewers choice. PA is Pennsylvania or Practicing Attorney? Either way thanks for posting a comment. Obduilio Can I call you Obe wan?

[@snuffeldjuret]

I love how the other people around participate in this interview, made it feel especially fresh!

[@lukedeehan2011]

What a guy, so passionate about his craft

[@rule1capital]

Tim is just a great all-around person... glad he got away from Ben Sullin's negative energy on OLF...

[@sageakporherhe783]

Here she comes again, guys, the queen of space interviews has come to bless us again with another outstanding interview.

[@spiritzweispirit1st638]

Thank you Elie' Super interview' via' two legends!🌎🚀🌃

[@starmansteve5724]

BTW. Ellie, you are a great add to Team Space. I love the personal side of all of this.

[@danielbrown1097]

OMG Ellie in Space. I'm so glad you got to do this interview in the Space Coast area. Mr. Dod might want to reconsider erasing the MSNBC Connecticut logo. Could be a way to infiltrate a inaccessible area😉🐶🚀😎🍹🌴

[@tranquilitybase6417]

Ellie should MC a round table with all the KZbinrs. They’re all really great.

[@erickessler6094]

Great work guys! DON'T Burn Out Brother! Keep having fun! Cheers, Eric

[@simoncorbett1714]

Love the Everyday interview

[@ellieinspace]

Thank you so much!

[@eddyer3393]

@@ellieinspace Yes what she said. I would like to be able to put a matching donation under this one. I don't think it works that way. Simon Corbett is so cute. Everyday Interview - Well said. Yes the ♥$ Thanks needs to be at the comment level. Humm Ouuu that is 5 Pounds. Wow Simon Big Thank You.

[@charlesrovira5707]

I had never noticed that *Tim Dood* had polychromic eyes. Thanks for letting me discover that *Ellie.* I've admired *Tim* since his earliest days on *KZbin.* I can also tell that you've got some _real-world_ media chops. (I liked your reaction in/to the *Plaid Model X.* You really looked like you were having *_fun_* racing up and down that stretch of road.) I look forward to some more serious interviews from you. (Maybe you need to head to *New Zealand* next and check out *Rocket Lab.* )

[@ellieinspace]

I love that idea and I am overdue for travel outside of the country!!! Thank you for the support!

[@charlesrovira5707]

@@ellieinspace I look forward to you traveling whenever and wherever you want and/or becoming the *Pepper Potts* to *Elon Musk's Iron Man.* 👍

[@NomenNescio99]

No, I'm from Iowa - I only work in outer space. - James T Kirk and Tim Dodd

[@zysmith]

Just found this channel. I am a big fan of Tim and with a 1 hour commute, his long for videos are perfect for me.

[@rick67hou]

I had the pleasure of running into him at a burger place a few months back and was delighted to do so. I know how busy and he is, but we decided to let him have some quiet time and enjoy his meal after a brief conversation. I hope our paths cross again, since he's a great guy to talk to.

[@DJWILDCARD46]

Tim is a rocket guru.

[@philipparcel2548]

Enjoyed this keep them coming

[@jeffreyt991]

I had been waiting for this interview. Was fun to watch.

[@robertvollrath4502]

Wonderful interview.

[@israelquito3072]

"2 YEARS OF RESEARCH" FOR THE HOUR AND A HALF VIDEO ABOUT SOVIET ROCKETS?,WOW I'M GONNA SEE IT FOR SURE THIS TIME,THANKS FOR THE INFO ELLIE!!👍👍👍👍

[@georgemccune7928]

Brilliant interview Ellie making me think about taking up space journalism but will leave it to the professionals like you good stuff

[@chrisb508]

Watched both interviews. They are both really great. Love it! 🙂

[@brettpatching]

This was such a good interview! As @Mark Spieth said, the story behind the story is fascinating. Thanks so much! I always wondered who designed the Everyday Astronaut merch. graphics - the designs are far and away the best of all the KZbin merch. I've seen. Wonderful work, Allie (Tim's girlfriend)!

[@ellieinspace]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@tekish7682]

Couldn't agree more. Ellie you have an innate ability to get a lot out of your interviews. This is a very complete snapshot of Tim's creative process and just simply getting to know him. Great Job!!

[@plasticmug2010]

Making Tim relax even more than he does normally was great the no script Tim was great we'll done Ellie

[@adventuresintheoutback4344]

Brillant .... this makes all of this real!!!!

[@urosrot7916]

@15:40 Tim you just mentioned all key KZbinrs bringing quality rocket stuff to ordinary people. Being proud and glad to used to be your Patreon.

[@moorera364]

Just love your content. Very refreshing approach. Nice to learn more about favourite space tubers. Well done Ellie. Hope to see your channel grow!

[@alanbrady420]

Cool interview I only mentioned about interviewing Tim yesterday! And the universe (and Ellie) gave me it today lol keep up the good work el your smashing it and your subs will grow exponentially!

[@JohanEinevik]

Thank you! You do the best Team Space interviews.

[@GawainNYC]

It's been amazing seeing these interviews with "Team Space"! I remember watching that first press conference, Elon's energy was totally different with Tim, It was like he was thinking "Thank god, another space nerd!" (Also I can't picture Tim in a hardcore band!)

[@randi5465]

Thoroughly fun.

[@Richard-fx6go]

Another great interview Ellie, thanks for that. Tim is another one of those hugely popular and easy to watch vloggers, he also happens to do great interviews himself :).

[@rubikmonat6589]

Great interview, Poor Tim looks rather sunburnt, but it was nice doing it by the van.

[@dufkers]

21:45 “would you fly with Blue Origin?” “In a heartbeat” Tim may have changed his mind on this one since this interview

[@BobFirth]

Great interview of Tim, love your behind the scenes aspect. Really taking advantage of your skill set. Keep getting those interviews.

[@ellieinspace]

Much appreciated!

[@paulmichaelfreedman8334]

How they (from everyday astronaut) outfitted that van, is awesome. It took them tons of work and time, but they nailed it.

[@sethcount8923]

I've been following you since day one I think Dear. You have the perfect personality on camera, and your enthusiasm for the subject is obvious, not to mention your skill at asking the right questions. Don't worry, you are Very close to "breaking out" soon in this field. The buzz is out there about Ellie in Space.

[@davidnantel9438]

Really great interview !!!

[@Random_How-tos]

Great interview!

[@jrdaparker]

Another awesome job Ellie! Really great to know the guy behind his awesome videos!

[@adventuresintheoutback4344]

Just thank you .... thank you!!!!!!!!

[@Kordi197]

I just got around watching the interview and what can I say. It's phenomenal where Tim and the whole team (me included) got and I really appreciate your work Ellie. Thanks a ton for making this interview not just another boring interview, but a fun one.

[@76luislara]

Great Interview Ellie. I admire you and Tim, you are really passionate about space.

[@mrstyle_67]

Great job, I follow Tim and love his videos. Interesting enough I didn’t even know he was from Iowa. I just assumed he was in Florida.

[@starmansteve5724]

Tim is awesome. Great interview!😳

[@gregedmand9939]

Elie I am really enjoying hour stuff! You seem to be finding your groove in the SpaceTube community. The shots of your reaction to your first launch were priceless.

[@ry4n.8k]

Did not even realize Tim has two different colored eyes. Cool beans! Nice interview Ellie!

[@fazlyqa]

OMG how did i ended up this channel. it very good video. good to see EA interviewed. very natural tone. keep it up the good work and share. thanks

[@SpacePirate81]

Tim Dodd is the ultimate SpaceXer🤣

[@SpacePirate81]

I definitely have a greater appreciation for Tim after this interview

[@mikakettunen7939]

You know what, Ellie? Your dispatches (that the term in America - to deliver a shortish intel about something - I am from Finland North Europe?) are going more and more tangible and deeper interesting or so, as you and all your comrades are more involved in this rather grand unfold of what be happening in the very near future. KUDOS - especially for us not living at the perimeters but almost other side of our planet. 🤘🤘🤘

[@Jager-er4vc]

Tim is the man!!!

[@DQ-su6qf]

Thanks Ellie I just subscribed to the EDA..

[@wildatlanticman128]

Great interview Ellie - well done! Heading over to watch your chat with Felix....

[@mikehenning1791]

Love your content Tim and Ellie what a fantastic interview 👏 keep up the great work

[@MeteorMark]

Very good and fun interview Ellie, and a nice outfit! 💙💛

[@benthilwind6908]

Nice, cheers ellie.. hes a beast int he work work work

[@schettie93]

Your Elon interview with Tim! Excellent!

[@TheNonlinearLife]

This interview was almost as interesting as the starbase tour, so nice to hear more bts from Tim of his workflow. Well done!

[@thom7440]

Hey Ellie, it just occurred to me that you should try to get an interview w Tom Mueller. He was one of the founders of SpaceX, and led development of the Merlin, Draco, and (i think) Raptor 1 engines. He recently left SpaceX to start Impulse Space, another New Space startup. I've never seen him interviewed on video, but he's potentially a super interesting guy. Some other options for you is to lookup the guy who started Masten Space, then also Armadillo Space, then Beal Space. You would like to interview Elon, but these ppl would be easier to get to and I havent seen any video interviews of any of them. Get on the arocket mailing list, look through their archives for the past 10+ years and you'll find all kinds of interesting ppl and topics to cover. Good Luck!

[@305dreamhonda]

Tim is a cool dude.

[@eddyer3393]

Nobody gets famous for riding on an airplane. idk there are some unusual passengers. Tim you can be funny. It is nice when you lighten up and be yourself. That is the key - be yourself show us how it is done. Thanks for the real interview. It brings the Everyday Astronaut - down to earth. Hey Ellie editing is fun. You do good. I can see the news casting and interviewing skills coming through. You and Tim are a good team - make your guest relax and speak to us like we are in the interview with you. That was nice when Tim was in his car with a tiny amount of gear. That was kind of impressive. Very good very very good explain the $$$ why support and how it is used. Welcome to Tim's world. Tim speaks the truth. KZbin is a new way to learn. Excellent .. yup yup yup ty ty ty Building a deck = good mental health -- good good everyone should have hobbies. Family. Thank your parental units. OBS = try it don't let it bother you. True Look at you this interview is 40:42

[@alexanderkenway]

Damn, you're a good interviewer

[@fallyoverguy]

Good luck on the launch, I don't think I'll be able to stay up for the launch unfortunately! 🚀

[@gregwise5377]

Awesome Ellie ... It's great to hear Tim & Felix just off the cuff and talking about themselves ... get to know who they are!! You fill such a unique "space" in the whole 'Team Space" environment!! You'll get your Elon interview one of these days! Keep up the great work!!!

[@ellieinspace]

That is my ultimate goal and I will make it happen! Thank you!

[@catbertz]

A wonderful and in-depth interview that confirmed that Tim is indeed a normal, good guy trying to enjoy his space adventure, in spite of the growing demands of his channel. You're doing a great job Ellie and I look forward to your production capabilities growing, like buying more mics. Your great content has probably grown faster than your hardware budget allows at the moment. 🙂

[@douglasmaiolimackeprang1501]

Very nice interview Ellie! Thanks

[@AntonioThunderbottom]

At first I was sad that Tim ditched the orange suit. Now, I realized that I had completely forgotten he used to wear it haha

[@eddyer3393]

That was lucky. Yes Thank you Tim. LUNA van you made that up. You both are on the move. It is all good. Exciting news. Not wall or X - space x two chroma two color. This coming from someone who is a south paw. I wonder if things like this give you all a creative advantage. There you go - credit to where it belongs "all Elon" well done Tim. Exactly he puts his pants on just like everyone else. He just happens to have deep pockets and a creative mind. More importantly - Are you happy? Are you doing what you love? There you go - yes we do enjoy your work. This is really interesting - Everyday people doing extraordinary work - the future will tell how much impact you have on the next generation of Space enthusiasts and explorers. The honesty and truth the real story is so interesting. Thank you Tim, Thank you Ellie. Talk about what you know. That was a good video - worth watching. That is nice - share, show and tell, drag the people behind the scene into the fore - we can identify with the Space Ninja. Go team. Global footprint. So important. Wow. Eyes open. Put these people and their contacts in the TOC please. Very good - Tim you had a hand in it. Star hopper comes to mind. Save frequently save often. Keep talking.