Destin Sandlin

Destin Sandlin discusses missile testing, astronaut applications, and why he created the wildly popular YouTube channel Smarter Every Day. YouTube version of this episode: https://youtu.be/Anmaky0Kksw Listen to the latest Signals & Threads podcast episode: https://jane-st.co/Numberphile-ST-WillWilson Check out other episodes Signals & Threads here: https://jane-st.co/Numberphile-SignalsandThreads Destin’s YouTube channel is Smarter Every Day: https://www.youtube.com/smartereveryday We also co-hosts the podcast No Dumb Questions: https://www.nodumbquestions.fm/ With thanks to the Ben Delo Foundation - https://delo.org/ You can support Numberphile on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/numberphile Here are our Patrons - https://www.numberphile.com/patrons Numberphile is created by Brady Haran

Tory Bruno and Destin Sandlin explore the fascinating world of rocket science and engineering. They discuss Destin's journey from a mechanical engineer to a prominent STEM communicator on YouTube, emphasizing the importance of integrity, problem-solving, and effective communication in technical fields. The dialogue delves into complex topics such as orbital mechanics, the physics of conflict, and the future of space exploration, all while maintaining a light-hearted and insightful tone. The Burn Sequence, a podcast hosted by Tory Bruno, president and CEO of United Launch Alliance (ULA), takes listeners on a journey through the evolving world of space exploration and cutting-edge technology. Drawing from his own personal experiences over several decades, Tory explores everything from rocket science and the future of space missions to the impact of AI, national security, and innovation in the aerospace industry. Each episode dives into what’s next for society--whether it’s the next leap for spaceflight, advancements in space exploration, or the technologies shaping our future on Earth and beyond. The Burn Sequence is about more than just rockets, it’s about the ideas, strategies, and breakthroughs that will define the next era of exploration and security. Tune in for thought-provoking conversations and a look at what the future of space will bring us. Also available on Apple & Spotify.

On today’s episode of From the Hangar, Nathan sits down with Destin Sandlin, also known as Smarter Every Day. Destin is a husband, father, aerospace engineer, and YouTuber who has amassed over 11 million subscribers. During this episode, they talk about his background, what led him to make the “Jungle Pilots are Superheroes” video about MAF, his favorite video he’s made, the MAF mailroom, and more.

Tim and Brady are joined by Destin to discuss the moon, an astronaut guest, failure, a coronation spoon, various containers, and some time travel. Go to Storyblocks for stock video, pictures and audio at storyblocks.com/unmade - https://www.storyblocks.com/unmade Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/unmadeFM Join the discussion of this episode on our subreddit - https://redd.it/sfh26y Catch the podcast on YouTube where we include accompanying videos and pictures - https://youtu.be/3YYtnU6OHew USEFUL LINKS Destin's YouTube Channel 'Smarter Every Day' - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6107grRI4m0o2-emgoDnAA And his podcast 'No Dumb Questions' co-hosted with Matt Whitman - https://www.nodumbquestions.fm/ Tim's Jungle Juice pose - https://twitter.com/Tim_Hein/status/1483010758053330946?s=20&t=3xvb3FJk3_x6nmramDjgLQ Astronaut Don Pettit - https://www.nasa.gov/astronauts/biographies/donald-r-pettit/biography Don Pettit wears The White Gloves on Objectivity - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jnZLGlMbgUI Don and Brady launch the Saturn VI - https://www.instagram.com/p/BqaPZGCACDI/ Pictures of Spoon of the Week - https://www.unmade.fm/spoon-of-the-week The actual Coronation Spoon - https://www.rct.uk/collection/31733/the-coronation-spoon Amphora - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amphora Mud Larking - https://www.frommers.com/slideshows/848024-mudlarking-in-the-thames-might-be-the-best-thing-i-ve-done-in-london McD.L.T advert - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UTSdUOC8Kac Australian squeezey container - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M4nUhD92yNU Destin's shelf is featured on Objectivity - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FyRO3yci9bI

Destin Sandlin is one of those guys that just makes the world better because he exists. We talk jets, interviewing presidents, SPACE CAMP and more! Enjoy! Thank you to STAMPS.com! Go to http://stamps.com, click on the Microphone at the TOP of the homepage, and type in VALLEYCAST to claim your special offer! SUB TO DESTIN: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6107grRI4m0o2-emgoDnAA This and many other videos/projects on this channel are funded by our generous patrons. Perhaps you'd like to help us out: http://www.patreon.com/thevalleyfolk Follow The Valleyfolk across the digital globe: http://twitter.com/TheValleyfolk http://instagram.com/TheValleyfolk http://facebook.com/TheValleyfolk Follow the trio on their personal socials: Joe Bereta: http://twitter.com/JoeBereta http://instagram.com/joebereta Elliott Morgan: http://twitter.com/elliottcmorgan http://instagram.com/elliottmorgan Steve Zaragoza: http://twitter.com/stevezaragoza http://instagram.com/stevezaragoza Edit: Ryan Farroki

Today, I interview Destin Sandlin, who runs the YouTube channel Smarter Every Day which boasts 7 million subscribers. His channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/destinws2 My Instagram: @majorjobspodcast

Today, I talk to Destin Sandlin of Smarter Every Day about what it's like working as a mechanical engineer.

The Grabbler This episode is sponsored by Audible. Go to http://www.audible.com/nodumbquestions to get a free trial you can use to pickup Ready Player One by Ernest Cline. The book is clever and interesting, and we're going to be discussing it in a future episode. ***This episode has SPOILERS about the movie "Logan". If you want to skip those for the time being, you can fast-forward from the moment we warn you to 00:26:30. Also brought to you by The REVAMPED, RESTORED, AND BETTER THAN EVER Fifty-Fifty at http://www.thefiftyfifty.com Section 1 - Dazzle Camouflage Dazzle Camoflage: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dazzle_camouflage Battle of Salamis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nENUmbdsAPw Ad 1 - Audible http://www.audible.com/nodumbquestions Use that link to get a one month free trial that you can use to get and consume Ready Player One by Ernest Cline. We'll be talking about this in a future episode. RP1 wikipedia entry - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ready_Player_One Section 2 - Logan *Spoilers Skip the spoilers by jumping ahead from our in-episode spoiler warning to 00:26:30. Logan Trailer (featuring Johnny Cash's Hurt) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ny3hScFgCIQ Section 3 - A Pastor Dealing With Tragedy The sermon Destin is Referencing Great, animated summary of the book of Job Martyrs Read Joel Osteen Tweets Section 4 - 3D Printable Houses Apis-cor 3D printed house Ad 2 - The Yet Further Improved Fifty-Fifty The fifty-fifty is a game where you go to the5050.com and play by clicking on one of the two boxes. If you win, you're getting the Gummi Bears theme song and you'll have the chance to support us on Patreon. If you lose, you'll be forced to watch the worst song in the history of church and the internet, and you'll have the chance to support us on Patreon. A huge thanks to all of our existing Patrons! Your support makes it possible to make more and better content, and it's just a big giant encouragement to us personally. Section 5 - Occupational Misconceptions Section 6 - What If a Conjoined Twin Murdered Someone? Conjoined Twins: An Historical, Biological and Ethical Issues Encyclopedia The Italian incident Destin referenced Follow links: Our Podcast YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVnIvJuTZqM5nnwGFpA57_Q Visit our website: http://nodumbquestions.fm http://twitter.com/NoDumbQs Matt Whitman: http://twitter.com/MattWhitmanTMBH Destin Sandlin: http://twitter.com/destinsandlin Subscribe links: Subscribe on iTunes: https://goo.gl/SMteIy Subscribe on Android: <a hre

Talking Backwards? (And other freaky human skills) Brought to you by The NEW AND IMPROVED Fifty-Fifty http://www.thefiftyfifty.com http://www.the5050.com Section 1 - Skills Cats Flipping: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RtWbpyjJqrU Feline High Rise Syndrome: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15363762 Destin's Business Cards: https://twitter.com/smartereveryday/status/366073103161372673 1980's Frosted Flakes Ad: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MrUx4R1cUyw Ad 1 - http://www.thefiftyfifty.com (A gimmick to get you to consider supporting on Patreon) http://www.patreon.com/nodumbquestions Section 2 - Backwards Talking with Kurt Quinn YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/kurtTHEquinn Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kurtquinn/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/kurtquinn Email: kurtquinnbusiness@gmail.com Ad 2 - Word of Mouth (Please share the podcast with a cool person) Section 3 - Lightning Round Questions from Patrons Freakish Human Skills thread in the Subreddit (pics or it didn't happen): https://www.reddit.com/r/Nodumbquestions/comments/61nrj5/what_are_your_freakish_human_skills_pics_or_it/ Leave a review on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/no-dumb-questions/id1204701206?mt=2 What skill are you personally working on? Follow links: Visit our website: http://nodumbquestions.fm http://twitter.com/NoDumbQs Matt Whitman: http://twitter.com/MattWhitmanWCE Destin Sandlin: http://twitter.com/destinsandlin Subscribe links: Subscribe on iTunes: https://goo.gl/SMteIy <p st

Matt and Destin introduce the world to "The Fifty-Fifty" and respond to the first wave of listener feedback... which makes for a great opportunity to unpack the nature of feedback in general; giving it, receiving it, and the dangers associated with over-responding to as well as under-delivering on feedback given to us by loved ones. Intro: Matt pitching a tent Ad 1 - What is The Fifty-Fifty? http://www.mattanddestin.com http://www.destinandmatt.com Section 1 - Listening to the Feedback Very clear thesis statement as requested: "Should we listen to the feedback?" Analyzing the feedback we received about the podcast itself An engineering look at feedback and its uses in control theory (Example: Tracking a rocket). Discussions about Matt's feedback from teaching at a university. Boardgames used as teaching aids - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shogun_(1986_board_game) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Axis_%26_Allies - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Conquest_of_the_Empire Battlefield simulations without immediate feedback https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Waterloo_Campaign Canoeing vs Pilot Induced Oscillations https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pilot-induced_oscillation Ad 2 - Consequences of losing the Fifty-Fifty http://www.mattanddestin.com http://www.destinandmatt.com Section 2 - The Veldt The Veldt - Ray Bradbury http://www.veddma.com/veddma/Veldt.htm deadmau5 feat. Chris James - The Veldt (Music Video) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_esYONwdKuw deadmau5 discovers vocals for "The Veldt" (Crude Language Warning) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jgeWHnSmPKE Original vocal track by Chris James: https://soundcloud.com/chrisjamesofficial/deadmau5-theveldt-vocal-mix Providing negative feedback after extended positive feedback. Using technology to calm children Casting your pearls before swine: https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew+7%3A6&version=ESV Ad 3 - The Fifty-Fifty triple-down "Blood oath covenant with yourself and with the very notion of integrity". http://www.mattanddestin.com http://www.destinandmatt.com Or you could always skip the risk of ruining your life by just going straight to Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/nodumbquestions Section 3 - Listener Questions Lightning Round Follow links: Visit our website: http://nodumbquestions.fm http://twitter.com/NoDumbQs Matt Whitman: http://twitter.com/MattWhitmanWCE Destin Sandlin: http:

Destin accuses Matt of over-marveling at mundane things before the conversation to shifts to advances in drone warfare. Matt expresses his skepticism about the whole concept of weaponized drones. Destin talks about tracking down a missing toy drone over Christmas. Insane Drone Swarm: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3XKiUtruQiY Subscribe on iTunes: https://goo.gl/SMteIy Subscribe on Android: https://goo.gl/CYEumF Our YouTube channels are also fun: Destin: http://www.youtube.com/user/destinws2 Matt: http://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3vIOVJiXigzVDA2TYqaa0Q Visit http://www.NoDumbQuestions.fm The SubReddit http://www.reddit.com/r/Nodumbquestions/ Our Sponsor: http://www.patreon.com/nodumbquestions No Dumb Questions: http://twitter.com/NoDumbQs Matt Whitman: http://twitter.com/MattWhitmanWCE Destin Sandlin: http://twitter.com/smartereveryday Feel free to visit http://destinandmatt.com OR http://mattanddestin.com

Destin sets up an experiment in his garage and explains to Matt how his high speed camera works. Matt receives a suspicious email about a sculpture. Support No Dumb Questions at: http://www.patreon.com/nodumbquestions Visit our website: http://nodumbquestions.fm Subscribe on iTunes: https://goo.gl/SMteIy Subscribe on Android: https://goo.gl/CYEumF Our YouTube channels are also fun: Destin: https://www.youtube.com/user/destinws2 Matt: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3vIOVJiXigzVDA2TYqaa0Q Check out manatee-lover Tom Winton's twitter account http://twitter.com/TomWinton Destin and Matt take personality tests to figure out if they're too similar to make a podcast together. Our YouTube channels are also fun: Destin: http://www.youtube.com/user/destinws2 Matt: http://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3vIOVJiXigzVDA2TYqaa0Q Visit http://www.NoDumbQuestions.fm The SubReddit http://www.reddit.com/r/Nodumbquestions/ Our Sponsor: http://www.patreon.com/nodumbquestions No Dumb Questions: http://twitter.com/NoDumbQs Matt Whitman: http://twitter.com/MattWhitmanWCE Destin Sandlin: http://twitter.com/smartereveryday Feel free to visit http://destinandmatt.com OR http://mattanddestin.com