[s5e23] The Launch Acceleration ✪

In of The Big Bang Theory , three major storylines converge as Howard's trip to space and his wedding both hang in the balance. Plot Overview

: Amy uses "behavioral conditioning" on Sheldon, associating herself with things he loves—like serving him spaghetti with little hot dogs while playing the Super Mario Bros. theme—to increase his affection for her. The episode ends with Amy performing a "check-up" on Sheldon while dressed in a Star Trek medical uniform. Episode Details Original Air Date May 3, 2012 Director Mark Cendrowski Guest Stars

: Howard is initially relieved when his NASA mission is canceled due to technical issues with the Soyuz capsule. However, his relief is short-lived as the mission is reinstated and moved up to launch just two days before his wedding to Bernadette. Despite his fear of space, Howard is pressured to go when he realizes that Bernadette’s father, Mike Rostenkowski, only respects him because he is an astronaut. [S5E23] The Launch Acceleration

Casey Sander (Mike Rostenkowski), Robert Clotworthy (Voice of Dave Roeger) The tuxedo store where the guys get fitted for the wedding Notable Trivia

"The Big Bang Theory" The Launch Acceleration (TV ... - IMDb In of The Big Bang Theory , three

: Sheldon wears red long johns under his tuxedo at the fitting to "protect his urethra," claiming he looks like "The Flash getting ready to be wed".

: The phone call Howard receives is from "Dave Roeger at NASA," named after a real-world programmer who worked with producer Bill Prady. If you'd like more details, I can look into: The specific jokes or quotes from the tuxedo fitting scene. Details on the season finale that follows this episode. Background on the real NASA/Soyuz science referenced. The episode ends with Amy performing a "check-up"

: Leonard and Penny decide to "speed things up" in their relationship. However, Leonard takes this too far by accidentally proposing to Penny during sex, which immediately kills the mood. While Penny says "no" to the proposal, she confirms they are still dating.