Episode 6: The Cornhusker Vortex Instant

: Meanwhile, the group participates in a "kite-fighting" competition. During a critical moment, Howard abandons Raj to chase after a woman, causing Raj to lose his prized Patang kite to Sheldon. This betrayal leads to a major argument between the two. Howard later attempts to reconcile by taking Raj to the La Brea Tar Pits, though he once again gets distracted by a woman, this time with Raj's weary blessing. Episode Details Director : Mark Cendrowski

: Story by Bill Prady and Steven Molaro; Teleplay by David Goetsch and Richard Rosenstock. Episode 6: The Cornhusker Vortex

: Sheldon explains that his football knowledge comes from his father, though this episode predates the specific coaching details established later in the prequel series Young Sheldon . : Meanwhile, the group participates in a "kite-fighting"