Wings Over the Rockies® Honored for Behind the Wings® Podcast at the 30th Annual Webby Awards
DENVER, CO (April 7, 2026) — Wings Over the Rockies® Air & Space Museum (Wings) announced today that its Behind the Wings® podcast, Episode 54, has been named a Webby Honoree in the History category by the 30th Annual Webby Awards. The Webby Awards, hailed by The New York Times as the “Internet’s highest honor,” are presented by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences (IADAS). These awards recognize excellence across the digital landscape.
This distinction places the Behind the Wings podcast among the top 25 percent of nearly 13,000 entries worldwide, underscoring Wings’ storytelling strength and its impact on global audiences.
Episode 54 features retired U.S. Navy Commander Everett Alvarez Jr., who shares his remarkable story of survival as one of the longest-held prisoners of war in U.S. history. Shot down while flying an A-4 Skyhawk during the Vietnam War, Alvarez endured nearly nine years of captivity at Hỏa Lò Prison. In the episode, he reflects on the physical and psychological challenges of imprisonment, the resilience shared among fellow POWs, and his journey home following Operation Homecoming. Click here to listen to the episode.
“Stories like Everett’s are the reason we do this work,” said David Dickerson, President and CEO at Wings Over the Rockies. “Our Behind the Wings podcast gives us the platform to honor aviation history while sharing impactful experiences that connect, inspire, and remind us of the extraordinary resilience of the human spirit.”
Being recognized as a Webby Honoree is the result of thoughtful creativity, strong execution, and a commitment to telling meaningful stories. Special recognition goes to Wings’ Cray Novick, Creative Director, Content & Digital, for his creative direction and leadership in bringing the podcast to life, as well as to Brian Funke, Content Producer and Social Media Manager, for his work in production and editing, shaping each episode into a polished and engaging experience for listeners.
“We also extend gratitude to the curators, subject-matter experts, volunteers, and staff who contribute their time, knowledge, and passion to the podcast. Their collaboration ensures each story is authentic and compelling,” added Dickerson.
Behind the Wings podcast continues to deepen public appreciation for aviation by spotlighting the people and stories that shaped its history.
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About The Webby Awards:
Hailed as the “Internet’s highest honor” by The New York Times, The Webby Awards is the leading international awards organization honoring excellence on the Internet, including Websites and Mobile Sites; Video; Advertising, Media & PR; Apps & Software; Social; Games; Podcasts; Creators and AI. Established in 1996, The Webby Awards received over 13,000 entries from all 50 states and over 70 countries worldwide this year. The Webby Awards are presented by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences (IADAS). Sponsors and Partners of The Webby Awards include Adobe, WP Engine, Meltwater, Patreon, NAACP, KPMG, Wall Street Journal, Deadline, AdAge, TechCrunch, The Hollywood Reporter, SXSW, Scalable, and The Society of Digital Agencies.
About Wings Over the Rockies:
Wings Over the Rockies is a nonprofit organization and Colorado’s official Air and Space Museum, committed to educating, inspiring and exciting all people about aviation and space endeavors of the past, present and future. Wings is one organization with two locations. Located in Denver’s historic Lowry neighborhood and established in 1994, the Museum features more than 97,000 square feet of world-class historical and educational exhibits. In addition to more than 60 impressive aircraft and spacecraft, visitors discover exciting personalities, stories, and events about every aspect of aviation and space exploration. Wings’ second campus, Exploration of Flight, is located at Centennial Airport. Opened in 2018, it features 18,000 square feet of interactive experiences, aviation-focused events and actual flying aircraft. Visitors to the two locations come from all 50 states and more than 34 countries. For more information about Wings Over the Rockies, please visit WingsMuseum.org.