[rmunn]

Cuts from the speaker to some background footage, then back to the speaker, are a very useful technique. They can be used to lie, too, of course (cut from the interviewee's face to the interviewer, then back to the interviewee, and you can cut out context that changes the meaning of what was said). But when used with no deception in mind, they can really enhance a powerful moment. And this was a perfect example of it: no deception at all, just a wonderful visual image that makes an impact on the viewer.

[hoppushoppard]

I was amazed by the perfect timing. I realized, if you listen closely, there is commentary audio feed from the launch with countdown.

So knowing, the engines starts 3 seconds before liftoff, he was able to time the speech.

I saw this clip dozen of times, and only after keeping attention I realized this.

So with the cut technique, it seems like seamless feature, and that's the magic of the TV. Nevertheless amazing delivery.