Best Rc Helicopters Podcasts (2024)

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Rotor Revolution RC Podcast Ep. 24 Cary Brooks shares the secret sauce to progressing your flying 1:47:04

3d ago1:47:04

1:47:04

Ever wondered the secret to progressing your flying faster? Did you ever wonder how someone goes from not being able to hover to joining the SAB Factory team in five years? This week the crew sits down with SAB Factory Pilot, Xnova team pilot, and BK Hobbies Flight Team pilot Cary Brooks. We'll hear all about the techniques he used to learn new man…

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Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP 23. IRCHA & NATs with Scott Graham and Satinder Dhindsa 2:30:45

17d ago2:30:45

2:30:45

This week the crew sits down with recent NATs competitors Scott Graham and Satinder Dhindsa to hear all about their experiences spending almost two weeks in Muncia Indiani competing in the nationals and then staying on to attend the largest funfly in the United States, the IRCHA Jamboree. We'll hear all about their experiences as competitors, why y…

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Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP.22 Spirit Wave Radio System with Dima Vinar 2:01:56

1M ago2:01:56

2:01:56

This week we're publishing early in order to give everyone taking the long drive home from IRCHA something to listen to on the way. We'll start off with updates from the crew, hear how Nick finally fixed his 580 Nitro, how Kenny's IRCHA prep went, and how Alex has come to terms with his love of trains. We'll cover the news including some updates on…

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Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP.21 SAB iL Goblin with Kyle Stacy 1:44:39

2M ago1:44:39

1:44:39

This week we're excited to have SAB Factory Pilot Kyle Stacy on the show to talk all about the latest helicopter releases from SAB: the iL Goblin Pro and iL Goblin Raw. As one of the few people in the world that's flown both, Kyle shares his unique perspective after being involved with the development and testing of so many SAB helicopters over the…

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Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP.20 OMP M7 vs Goosky RS7 Review Episode 2:08:59

2M ago2:08:59

2:08:59

This week the crew focuses on two new offerings in the 700 size, the Goosky RS7 and the OMP M7. Trying to decide between the two? Curious about either of them? We cover both helicopters in depth and cover what we like, don't like, love, and enjoy about both models. On top of that we'll hear from IRCHA board member Tima with special guest Andy Ross,…

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Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP.19 Midairs and Letting Go 1:46:08

2M ago1:46:08

1:46:08

This week the gang is all here and we have lots to talk about. Summer is here and we're all getting in flights, Alex and Nick are cranking out flights, Brian puts the work in and heads to his first contest of the year, and Kenny hits the Dragonfly funfly and well... you'll want to hear what happened. On top of this we have all the latest news from …

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Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP18 - Rotorflight with Tomas Kirnak 2:15:18

3M ago2:15:18

2:15:18

This week Alex, Kenny and Nick sit down with Rotorflight power user Tomas Kirnak to discuss this extremely affordable FBL that utilizes open source community written software to power it. We cover the basics of how to get involved with the rotorflight community, what are the hardware options, which radios it's compatible with, how is the setup proc…

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Rotor Revolution EP.17 Night Flying with Satinder Dhindsa 1:36:30

3M ago1:36:30

1:36:30

This week the gang is all here and excited to catch up on what we've all been up to. Nick dives back into the hobby after all that work travel, Alex has yet ANOTHER funfly mishap, Brian is finding new ways to practice, and Kenny is tuning up a storm. We do the usual news catching you up on the latest goings on in the radio control helicopter hobby,…

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Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP.16 What motivates you in the hobby? 1:48:34

4M ago1:48:34

1:48:34

This week, Kenny, Nick and Alex talk about motivation... How do you get it back when you lose it? How do you renew your interest in the hobby when you are in a slump? How do you get your buddy out to the field to fly with you? We'll cover all these topics and more, and even talk a little about the negative forces that can work against you wanting t…

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Rotor Revolution Ep.15 Tron Dnamic lightweight 700 in depth review. 1:58:43

4M ago1:58:43

1:58:43

It's not everyday that most of us agree on something... but in this episode you'll hear all about how Kenny, Alex and Nick all love their Tron Dnamics. We'll cover the all the details from the build, to our electronics, to why and how it flies different, and most importantly, why we think it might be another great helicopter to add to your fleet. W…

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Rotor Revolution Ep.14 Mistakes We've Made 1:34:19

5M ago1:34:19

1:34:19

Ever make a mistake that's caused a crash? Or wish you knew something then that you do now? Well this week the gang is all here and we spend the episode sharing our best mistakes and what we learned from them. We hope by sharing our mistakes, that we can help you prevent making the same ones. Have a mistake of your own you would like to share? Emai…

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Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP.13 Joachim Etter of Tron Helicopters 1:27:46

5M ago1:27:46

1:27:46

This week we sit down with one of the three owners of Tron Helicopters, Joachim Etter. We'll learn a bit more about the recent release of their 550 size helicopters the Gemini and Orion. We'll answer questions about why are there two different canopy and side frame design choices, how might this effect the rest of the line, and more about the futur…

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Episode #35: Losi Promoto MX - HPI Savage Nitro - Hobby Room Redesign & More 20:55

5M ago20:55

20:55

The RC Element - www.youtube.com/thercelement The RC Element - (Heli Edition) www.youtube.com/thercelementheliedition Instagram - www.instagram.com/The_RC_ElementBy The RC Element

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Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP.12 Rotor Live Special Edition with Rob Bingham 2:28:57

6M ago2:28:57

2:28:57

This week we bring you a very special episode dedicated to all of the news being released at the recent Rotor Live tradeshow in Germany where many manufacturers release new equipment and helicopters every year. Special guest host Rob Bingham joings the gang to bring you interviews with none other than Nick Maxwell, Kyle Stacy, Kenny Ko, Kyle Dahl, …

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Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP.11 Greggor McGrath with Absolute CNC Products 2:19:22

6M ago2:19:22

2:19:22

We've got a special treat for you all this week. We've talked before about how much we love the stories behind the products. Greggor McGrath of Absolute CNC products has a unique story to tell. We'll hear how his first CNC machine bought of a craigslist ad turned into a sucessful hobby business, and how a conversation between nitro enthusiasts turn…

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Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP.10 Dubai Masters Special Edition with Sean Hall 28:29

6M ago28:29

28:29

BREAKING NEWS!!! Surprise! This week we're releasing a special edition mini episode (on our off week!) all about the Dubai Masters. Sean Hall of Helidirect drops in to give us the inside scoop on what went down at the recent Dubai Masters Invitational 3D competition. We'll hear about some of the challenges they faced, some crashes, the entire field…

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Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP. 9 - This Vs. That: A flybarless comparison with Scott Graham 2:09:48

7M ago2:09:48

2:09:48

Episode 9 (are we really almost at double digits?, that was quick!) is jam packed with goodness! The efforts to make Alex buy a Dnamic continue, Nick flies almost as much as Alex, Kenny digs in to tuning his Dnamic and lots more. The news is short and sweet this time as we head into the lull before all the Rotor Live announcements. Stay tuned as we…

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Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP. 8 Build Tips and Tricks Volume 1 1:57:27

7M ago1:57:27

1:57:27

This week the whole gang is back with the first of what will become a semi regular series on the show: Build Tips and Tricks. The crew shares some of their favorite methods for a variety of build tasks and offers you some of their favorite tips. We'll do episodes like this one from time to time, so if there is something you would like us to cover, …

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Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP. 7 Bert Kammerer 2:51:36

8M ago2:51:36

2:51:36

Heads up! This episode is a long one, but a good one we think you'll all enjoy! We catch up with Alex, Kenny, and Nick, and then dig into a big news week. Lots to talk about on this one, including the recent issues with Radiomaster AG01v gimbals installed in Vcontrol transmitters. Just that much is an episode in itself... follow that up with a grea…

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Rotor Revolution RC Podcast Ep.6 Goosky S1 Review with Guest Host Scott Graham 2:11:47

8M ago2:11:47

2:11:47

The gang is all here this week, and they are joined by guest host Scott Graham sitting in for an episode. They'll cover what they've been up to in the new year, catch up with Scott, cover some news, and then talk in depth about the hottest micro on the market right now, the Goosky S1 150mm sized ARF micro heli. We'll then wrap things up with our fi…

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Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP.5 - Surprise Holiday Guest! 2:00:00

9M ago2:00:00

2:00:00

This week Alex, Kenny and Nick discuss all the heli treats that Santa brought, share some holiday news, and visit with our first surprise guest. There's also another installment of engine impressions, and some details behind the recent "build party" Nick and Brian attended. Like and follow our facebook page www.facebook.com/rotorrevolutionrcpodcast…

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Rotor Revolution RC Podcast EP 4. Winter Bash Funfly Recap / 2024 Goals 1:51:15

9M ago1:51:15

1:51:15

Most of the crew is freshly back from the Orlando, Florida based funfly the Winter Bash. Alex, Nick and Kenny talk about their great time at the end of season event. We catch up with what Brian has been up to while we were gone, and chat through the latest goings on in the hobby in the Rotor Report. We close out the episode with some reachable, but…

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Rotor Revolution RC Podcast Ep. 3 - Getting acquainted with the team. 2:11:38

9M ago2:11:38

2:11:38

In this episode we spend some extra time with each of the crew to learn a little more about them, and what they've been up to lately. What have they been flying, what's on the bench, and what plans do they have for winter builds. Before we dive in with guests and tech topics we want to give everyone a chance to get to know each of us a little bit b…

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Rotor Revolution RC Podcast Ep. 2 - Meet the Crew 2:27:09

10M ago2:27:09

2:27:09

In this first full length episode, you'll have a chance to meet the crew of the Rotor Revolution Podcast. We'll spend this episode getting to know a little bit about each of them, their history in the hobby, what models they fly, radios and fbls they prefer, and a bit more of their background. We'll then take our first crack at the news and then wr…

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Rotor Revolution RC Podcast Ep. 1 - Prologue 11:21

10M ago11:21

11:21

In this teaser epsode, host Nick Wisdom introduces the Rotor Revolution RC podcast, discusses it's priorities, hopes and goals, and teases just who the cast might be. Look for our first episode with the whole crew in the next two weeks. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/RotorRevolutionRCPodcast. Be sure to like and share to help spread the re…

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Episode 358: Catch up 2023! 2:56:28

12M ago2:56:28

2:56:28

Episode 358: Catch up 2023! Wow we actually got back together to do a catch up episode. Join Steve, Kevin, Andy and Iaen as we find out what have the guys been up to in the past 9 months. This episode also has the live podcast record at Heli Extravaganza 2023, recorded with host of The Heli Heads, Skids Up, RCHN and of course FFRC. Thanks to all ou…

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RCHNv3 EP52: Change, It Can Be Scary… But Still a Good Thing! 1:34:25

1y ago1:34:25

1:34:25

Simply put, one of us is leaving the show. You’ll have to tune in to find out who. What does this mean for the podcast? Good things we think, hang in there while we figure out a new course for the show and thanks for your support!By RC Heli Nation

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RCHNv3 EP51 IRCHA, NATs and Worlds 2:22:59

1y ago2:22:59

2:22:59

While we don't have Dan this week, the rest of the gang is all here, including Devin back from his long work project deep in the land of corn. This week we focus on the largest funfly in the U.S.: IRCHA and hear all about it from Devin and Rob McLellan's perspective, how was it, pilot count, competitions, vendors... all the updates. We also had a c…

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RCHNv3 EP50 Scale Helicopters with Jon Ellis 1:22:21

1y ago1:22:21

1:22:21

This week we had the pleasure of interviewing longtime scale modeller and retired fullscale helicopter pilot Mr Jon Ellis. We get to learn a little bit about what it takes to get into scale helicopters and what it's like to fly a huge quarter scale model helicopter. There's also the usual news and shenanigans, but we're saving the IRCHA wrap up for…

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RCHNv3 EP49: Got a Heli You’d Like to Sell? 2:10:51

1y ago2:10:51

2:10:51

This week most of the crew are back! Devin is still somewhere in the middle of the country turning tricks for fivers… We hope to see him back soon. This week we are talking about selling and buying used helis. Some do’s and don’ts of the buying and selling process. Let us Know how you tackle this sometimes difficult task! Want to support the nation…

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RCHNv3 EP 48 How Not to Run With Scissors 2:02:07

1y ago2:02:07

2:02:07

This week the crew of Nick, Rob McClellan, Rob Boyd, and Scott catchup on all things heli. Rob flies so much we're all jealous, Scott's thinking scale, Nick is struggling with Nitro, and Rob continues his steady streak. So business as usual! The team delivers the news including a new heli release, and then after putting it off for a few weeks we fi…

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Episode #34: Where Have I Been For 6 Months?? 17:38

1y ago17:38

17:38

The RC Element - www.youtube.com/thercelement The RC Element - (Heli Edition) www.youtube.com/thercelementheliedition Instagram - www.instagram.com/The_RC_ElementBy The RC Element

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RCHNv3 EP47: Mctune… is Back! 1:29:34

1y ago1:29:34

1:29:34

Rob Mctune joins us this week… I know, I know… Again! He is hard to get rid of! Seriously though we are happy to have Rob join us while Devin is away working this summer. Today we hear all about the Ohio Heli Throwdown! From the sounds of it, those of us who didn’t make it out to Ohio really missed a good one! So plan to put it on your calendar nex…

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RCHNv3 EP46 A New Devin Dawns 2:38:01

1y ago2:38:01

2:38:01

A bit of an unusual crew this week... With Dan, Scott, and Devin all out for various reasons Rob and Nick are joined by a well known fixture in U.S. hobby circles Rob McClellan, AKA Devin's dad, AKA affectionately known as "McTune" for his deep nitro knowledge and skills. The trio catch up, Nick shares his why you should never swap an FBL out at 6a…

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RCHNv3 EP45: Do Your Blades Match the Curtains? 1:20:41

1y ago1:20:41

1:20:41

Most all the gang is here this week, Devin is still working the corner in some Midwest state. Word is, he is doing well out there. This week we learn that Dan and Scott are NO FLY slackers. Rob and Nick on the other hand are doing it up right, followed up with some blade discussion. We hope you enjoy this episode. Want to support the nation? Check …

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RCHNv3 EP44: DragonFly… A Recap 1:32:51

1y ago1:32:51

1:32:51

Where the hell is Devin at? Seriously, if you hear from him tell him to send us a message so we at least know he is still alive. This week Scott is also away handling his business. Nick, Rob, and Dan this week listen to Nick, as he tells us all about DragonFly. We get to hear all about his Nitro newbie experience. Want to support the nation? Check …

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RCHNv3 EP43: Nitro… Part… Meh, Who is Counting 1:47:53

1y ago1:47:53

1:47:53

Dan and Devin are gone this week. But that didn’t stop the guys from moving forward with the show! This week we are talking about the basics of Nitro. Kenny Hutton, an Amain Pilot joins in on the fun this week to keep Scott in line with his Nitro Knowledge. As Nick gets deeper into Nitro helis we look forward to having Kenny on to dig even deeper i…

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398 - Surroundings 1:16:00

1y ago1:16:00

1:16:00

Host: Nora Ludewig Shownoter: Jochen Spalding Gast: Etienne Benson I wanted to make an episode on a topic from the history of science for a long time, finally it happened. This is an interview with Etienne Benson, professor of the history of science and technology, on the history of how people of the western world have been seeing, studying and exp…

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RCHNv3 EP42: What is Flying Your Heli!?! 1:41:24

1y ago1:41:24

1:41:24

This week we talk about a post from the hangout that really got some discussion going about auto pilot, self-leveling, bank limits and all that jazz. Tune in to find out what the guys are saying about this stuff. Please let us know your thoughts either on Facebook or email! Devin is out this week busy with work, come to think of it we should have t…

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RCHNv3 EP41: Nothing Really! 1:33:47

1+ y ago1:33:47

1:33:47

Nick is on vacation with his family so the rest of us decided we would see what happens when we have no adult supervision keeping the show on track. Just some general banter, what we have been up to and Nick hits us up with some roving reporter news. Then Rob get a fire lite under his ass and shares his thoughts on the new Mikado Mod! Want to suppo…

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RCHNv3 EP40: Balance… It’s Not Just For Blades 2:00:46

1+ y ago2:00:46

2:00:46

For the first time in a several Months the whole gang is here! It’s the perfect time to talk about work/life/hobby balance. How do you maintain your sanity when juggling things, you enjoy doing and those things that you simply have to do? No real concrete answers to this question but it is always interesting to hear how others deal with issues that…

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RCHNv3 EP39: Funfly Good or Great! 1:27:52

1+ y ago1:27:52

1:27:52

We all have a good time at funflys, right? I mean we wouldn’t go if we didn’t! Nothing beats having the chance to hang out with friends you have not seen since the same event last year! Getting to check out that heli you have been contemplating for the past several months, yeah, we get it. Have you ever asked yourself what makes a funfly GREAT! Joi…

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RCHNv3 EP38: Enzo Albertoni 2:21:59

1+ y ago2:21:59

2:21:59

Whats this? Dan, is that you? Yup, Dan finally decided to dust of his Mic and join the guys for this weeks episode, Tune in to find out what is new with him. This week we are joined by Enzo Albertoni, Professional RC racer for the past 15 or so years. We are going to find out why Enzo, after many years has decided to come back to RC helicopters. Wh…

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RCHNv3 EP37 Spring Fling Recap 2:05:39

1+ y ago2:05:39

2:05:39

This week, we focus on hearing about Scott and Devin's experiences at the recent Spring Fling funfly in Virginia. Devin crashes the flash (again), Scott sets the all time crash record for the same battery pack, plays peek-a-boo with the clouds, and they both spend a rained out Friday learning what deluge means. Nick's out of town this week but join…

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RCHNv3 EP36 The XL Episode! Large Helis, Large Surprises, Large Show! 3:32:58

1+ y ago3:32:58

3:32:58

This week the gang is hard at work to make sure you have something to listen to on the way to the Spring Fling fun fly in Virginia. We're releasing early to help those of you out with long drives. We don't always record an extra large episode, but when we do, it's a doosey! Lots of surprises along the way, some special guests (be sure and listen to…

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RCHNv3 EP35 Rates, Expo, and Pitch 2:00:34

1+ y ago2:00:34

2:00:34

This week we dive in and share our approaches to some of the more subjective settings in our flybarless units. We talk about how we approach rates and agility settings. What is expo, and how do we each approach it? Just how much pitch should I run anwyay? How does my flying style affect these things? Are all helis the same or do we vary them by hel…

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RCHNv3 EP34 Maxwell Returns to the Podium 2:08:48

1+ y ago2:08:48

2:08:48

This week Nick Maxwell joins the crew again to talk about his return to the podium. We catch up with Nick and hear about his time at Rotor Live with the XL Power team, his 1st place performance at the Dubai Masters competition, and then dig into the details of some of the new equipment he's been flying, and even get a bit of a math lesson and chat …

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RCHNv3 EP33 Tron Helicopter 2:12:30

1+ y ago2:12:30

2:12:30

This week the team gets a unique chance to talk directly with a manufacturer. Two of the three founders of Tron Helicopters Dario Neuenschwander and Joachim Etter join us to talk about building their brand, how they develop new helicopters, and what's coming from Tron Helicopters in the future. There's also weekly news, Nick breaks his promise from…

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RCHNv3 EP32 Nitro Part Two: The Build 2:02:05

1+ y ago2:02:05

2:02:05

In the second installment of our Nitro series... the gang discusses the particulars of building a nitro helicopter. What extra steps do you need to take? Where do you use loctite? How do you attach the pipe? What do you connect the fuel tubing to, and what's a clunk anyway? All this and more is answered in this week's episode meant to help get more…

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RCHNv3 EP31 The Prodigal Son Returns 1:46:19

1+ y ago1:46:19

1:46:19

In this episode Nick, Devin, and Rob get to chat with a well missed surprise guest, and then delve into the importance of social media to the hobby. How to leverage social media to stay current in the hobby, while avoiding all the noise and negativity that can come with it. Do you have to be on Facebook to stay current in the hobby? Are forums dead…

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