James (almost) going to the moon for new programme

[Dann]

I have to say, just like Jezza, cpt. Slow is extremely capable of hosting a show on his own, really like his style in the shows he does (especially James May's big ideas)

[Sik02Stang]

Originally Posted by Dann

I has to say, just like Jezza, cpt. Slow is extremely of hosting a show on his own, really like his style in the shows he does (especially James May's big ideas)

yes, what is this show about and where can i find it? watching this Space thing with him really has me interested.

[cookiebun]

Originally Posted by Sik02Stang

yes, what is this show about and where can i find it? watching this Space thing with him really has me interested.

http://www.open2.net/jamesmay/index.html
It's on The Box if you have an account:
http://thebox.bz/main.php
The Pirate Bay if you don't:
http://thepiratebay.org/search/james...20ideas/0/99/0
I've seen it on someones ftp here on Final Gear
http://forums.finalgear.com/ftp-threads/
And finally it was posted to usenet 128 days ago to alt.binaries.tvseries
http://www.binsearch.info/?q=james+m...ge=300&server=
You'll need access to a premium newserver to get that.

[Sik02Stang]

Originally Posted by cookiebun

http://www.open2.net/jamesmay/index.html
It's on The Box if you have an account:
http://thebox.bz/main.php
The Pirate Bay if you don't:
http://thepiratebay.org/search/james...20ideas/0/99/0
I've seen it on someones ftp here on Final Gear
http://forums.finalgear.com/ftp-threads/
And finally it was posted to usenet 128 days ago to alt.binaries.tvseries
http://www.binsearch.info/?q=james+m...ge=300&server=
You'll need access to a premium newserver to get that.

thanx, ill try it

[acabinian]

Just watched both eps....simply amazing, brilliant, breathtaking, awe-inspiring, emotional, unbelievable, inspiring, and every other positive adjective in the English language.

James May is just a brilliant presenter. It seems like any topic he covers can draw you in and never let you go; that's how I felt watching this moon/space program...

(as an aside)if Cabi still watches this thread, if I can ask, are you a native of the Philippines? Either way, well done mate and thank you for your years of service to the U.S.

[Sik02Stang]

Originally Posted by acabinian

Just watched both eps....simply amazing, brilliant, breathtaking, awe-inspiring, emotional, unbelievable, inspiring, and every other positive adjective in the English language.

James May is just a brilliant presenter. It seems like any topic he covers can draw you in and never let you go; that's how I felt watching this moon/space program...

(as an aside)if Cabi still watches this thread, if I can ask, are you a native of the Philippines? Either way, well done mate and thank you for your years of service to the U.S.

yes, after watching the Moon/space thing i was inspired to watch more of his work. i am currently watching james mays big idea ep1 and so far its really cool. im sad that it took le untill today to see his talent outside of TG.

P.S. i changes my avatar just for you.

[acabinian]

Originally Posted by Sik02Stang

yes, after watching the Moon/space thing i was inspired to watch more of his work. i am currently watching james mays big idea ep1 and so far its really cool. im sad that it took le untill today to see his talent outside of TG.

P.S. i changes my avatar just for you.

hahaha....nice....but not nice that ur Rays are beating us in tonight's game

[Sik02Stang]

Originally Posted by acabinian

hahaha....nice....but not nice that ur Rays are beating us in tonight's game

well, you killed or new kid last night, so, we deserve this one!

[Sik02Stang]

BTW, you do know his son works for the Rays as a field reporter, Todd Kalas.

[acabinian]

Originally Posted by Sik02Stang

BTW, you do know his son works for the Rays as a field reporter, Todd Kalas.

yea, Todd used to work for the Phillies with Harry from 1994-1996...seems like him and his two brothers (Kane especially) are just like their dad. I only hope Todd has given you Tampa fans some of that passion and friendliess just like Harry did for us in Philadelphia.

[Reboot]

Honestly? I thought it was a bit messy - the U-2 flight, in particular, didn't really have anything to do with the Moon, and it might have been better to make "Edge of Space" a full hour and just incorporate the relevant material from "...on the Moon" into it.`

[Sik02Stang]

Originally Posted by Reboot

Honestly? I thought it was a bit messy - the U-2 flight, in particular, didn't really have anything to do with the Moon, and it might have been better to make "Edge of Space" a full hour and just incorporate the relevant material from "...on the Moon" into it.`

UMMM....

[Shawn]

Originally Posted by Sik02Stang

UMMM....

He does have a point though...

Flying that high for any civilian is a huge privilege, and the views up there from the U-2 were indeed amazing. However, as far as documentaries go, this one seemed to struggle to find a focus and overall didn't provide much information.

I would have liked to see more background and history on the U-2 and stuff. Overall it just seemed a little rushed, and I still don't know why there was two different episodes after having seen both.

In my opinion, and it's just that, as far as the documentary itself goes this is one of James' weaker ones. I enjoyed Big Ideas and 20th Century a lot more, though I guess it's a bit unfair to compare them since this is a one episode deal it seems.

Basically this was like a good American documentary... entertaining to watch but you don't really walk away any more knowledgeable. One thing I've personally come to love about BBC documentaries is that you tend to learn quite a bit of stuff if you can be arsed to remember it all.

[Cabi]

Originally Posted by Cobol74

They did a BBC4 show going into great detail behind the U2 flight (James May at the edge of space) - it is still on the iplayer if you are quick. That Pilot was extremely impressive.

UK only I am afraid with this link - sorry:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode...Edge_of_Space/

Nah! Just Google up a UK proxy server and plug it into your browser, then it will play!

Cabi~

Originally Posted by acabinian

Just watched both eps....simply amazing, brilliant, breathtaking, awe-inspiring, emotional, unbelievable, inspiring, and every other positive adjective in the English language.

James May is just a brilliant presenter. It seems like any topic he covers can draw you in and never let you go; that's how I felt watching this moon/space program...

(as an aside)if Cabi still watches this thread, if I can ask, are you a native of the Philippines? Either way, well done mate and thank you for your years of service to the U.S.

Yes, I do, and Yes, I am(a native of the Philippines), as I was born there, immigrated to the US (California) as a 6yr old child, and my first ride in an aeroplane was on a Boeing 707 where the pilot sat me on his lap. That was the clincher!

Cabi~

Originally Posted by Reboot

Honestly? I thought it was a bit messy - the U-2 flight, in particular, didn't really have anything to do with the Moon, and it might have been better to make "Edge of Space" a full hour and just incorporate the relevant material from "...on the Moon" into it.`

The U-2 flight was the closest James May could get to Space, in time to do the special on the moon landing. The Edge Of Space episode on BBC4 was an afterthought since they spent all the time and effort to get the U-2 flight, they thought it a good idea to expand on the U-2 flight.

Cabi~

Originally Posted by Shawn

He does have a point though...

Flying that high for any civilian is a huge privilege, and the views up there from the U-2 were indeed amazing. However, as far as documentaries go, this one seemed to struggle to find a focus and overall didn't provide much information.

I would have liked to see more background and history on the U-2 and stuff. Overall it just seemed a little rushed, and I still don't know why there was two different episodes after having seen both.

In my opinion, and it's just that, as far as the documentary itself goes this is one of James' weaker ones. I enjoyed Big Ideas and 20th Century a lot more, though I guess it's a bit unfair to compare them since this is a one episode deal it seems.

Basically this was like a good American documentary... entertaining to watch but you don't really walk away any more knowledgeable. One thing I've personally come to love about BBC documentaries is that you tend to learn quite a bit of stuff if you can be arsed to remember it all.

So what you're telling me is that you didn't learn about where space began in the 1950s? That the Americans (David Clark co.) was ahead of the Russians in Space Suit design, that you're blood would boil when above 60K' without the space suit protecting you, the Space Equivalent zone, That it took another U-2 pilot to land the one in the aircraft, that the U-2 was the most difficult aircraft to land, that James was claustrophobic, that 95% of the earth's atmosphere is below you at 60K', etc...,etc...,etc...

You didn't learn any of that from the programme?

Cabi~

Originally Posted by cookiebun

I've finally been able to watch and all I can say is what a wonderful pair of programs!.
The BBC needs to find a way to let the rest of the world watch these shows without pilfering them from the internet. A region 1 ntsc dvd on Amazon would be a good start. I'd even put up with the program being re-scored, though the music on this was very lovely. I even managed not to cringe at the Zeppelin.

LindenChase : thanks for the links to the interviews.

Cabi : I enjoyed your contributions to the programs, especially the $2 bill. Thanks very much and welcome to the Top Gear cult.

Thank you , and you're welcome!

Cabi~

Originally Posted by shellygrrl

Because this deserves (IMO) to be in huge letters...

EPIC!

I was left with a huge grin on my face.

And some added applause for Cabi!

You're very kind - thanks!

Cabi~

Originally Posted by PettR

just watched it one more time. I'm stunned. Again. I've even pre-ordered the DVD now
And Cabi, you are now my hero, and I want to do what you do. (Good thing I'm joining the Norwegian Air Forces next year )

Excellent news, PettR! GO FOR IT!!!

Cabi~

Originally Posted by jpmfan

only just got round to watching it today. have to agree with Susie and say that it really did steal quite abit of the spotlight from Top Gear.

James May's best show to date, wish there were more episodes, thought there were thanks to radio times site it having 1/7 written.

Cabi you have one of the most awesome jobs in the world, complete with the most amazing views. How did you because a pilot of the U2 plane? What other plane have flown too?

It takes a minimum of 1500 hrs flying jets to interview for the program. You interview 1 week with all the "Big-Wigs" and then you have to demonstrate that you can actually land the aircraft (consistently) over 3 sorties... here's what training landings look like:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eamnT...eature=related

Cabi~
ps...this video compiled by "Meat" - My mobile officer in the James May program.

[flydiscovery]

Cabi, I am sharing this knowledge as someone who literally figured it out herself 2 days ago (after several months of failure) to someone who is beyond kind in tolerating our endless questions. This forum has a feature where you can quote multiple posts in a single reply. To do this:
In reply-you-want #1 click the "multi" button at the bottom right
In reply-you-want #2 do the same
etc etc etc
In reply-you-want #LAST simply click "quote"

This will bring you to the advanced reply page where you can intersperse your answer with the appropriate reply (if that makes any sense at all). I know it's saved ME a lot of headache. I hope it's helpful. Oh, and I'm jealous of your job too.

[Cabi]

Originally Posted by flydiscovery

Cabi, I am sharing this knowledge as someone who literally figured it out herself 2 days ago (after several months of failure) to someone who is beyond kind in tolerating our endless questions. This forum has a feature where you can quote multiple posts in a single reply. To do this:
In reply-you-want #1 click the "multi" button at the bottom right
In reply-you-want #2 do the same
etc etc etc
In reply-you-want #LAST simply click "quote"

This will bring you to the advanced reply page where you can intersperse your answer with the appropriate reply (if that makes any sense at all). I know it's saved ME a lot of headache. I hope it's helpful. Oh, and I'm jealous of your job too.

That's handy! Thanks for the tip!

Cabi~

[Sik02Stang]

Originally Posted by Cabi

It takes a minimum of 1500 hrs flying jets to interview for the program. You interview 1 week with all the "Big-Wigs" and then you have to demonstrate that you can actually land the aircraft (consistently) over 3 sorties... here's what training landings look like:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eamnT...eature=related

Cabi~
ps...this video compiled by "Meat" - My mobile officer in the James May program.

now, that was cool. loved the ending!

[Cabi]

Originally Posted by IceBone

Referee: are you one of the producers?

BTW, Paul King (the producer of the two programmes) just became a Daddy and his wife delivered a baby girl. Paul does check this forum, so everyone congratulate him & his wife!!!

Congrats Paul!

Cabi~

[Sik02Stang]

definitly, CONGRATS PAUL!!!

[InfernalVortex]

Originally Posted by Cabi

It takes a minimum of 1500 hrs flying jets to interview for the program. You interview 1 week with all the "Big-Wigs" and then you have to demonstrate that you can actually land the aircraft (consistently) over 3 sorties... here's what training landings look like:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eamnT...eature=related

Cabi~
ps...this video compiled by "Meat" - My mobile officer in the James May program.

At this point, as good as that special was, I want to see a special on the U2. I remember as a kid in the 90s seeing a show on it on the Discovery channel, but they dont air those anymore that I've seen.

That video of all the landings is pretty scary. I mean all these U2's were built back in the 50s and 60's werent they? These are 50 year old planes getting crash landed all over the place... Im amazed they can handle it so gracefully. I can only hope they have one U2 they do this to and they keep repairing it. It's always a shame to see amazing pieces of machinery get destroyed like that, whether it's a U2, a Ferrari Enzo, or a vintage Shelby Cobra. Once they stop building em, they dont make any more of em.