Best Hydroplane Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 130: Jeff Campbell, Part 2 32:42

1M ago32:42

32:42

Send us a text Jeff Campbell returns to the podcast for part 2 and the conclusion of his interview. Jump back into the conversation about setting up hydroplanes for the more challenging courses on the circuit. Jeff shares more about Strong Racing, the future for the team and himself. You’ll also hear about the emotional highs and lows of working wi…

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Episode 129: Jeff Campbell Part 1 24:42

1M ago24:42

24:42

Send us a text What if you could relive the golden days of hydroplane racing through the eyes of an industry veteran? Join us for part 1 of my chat with Jeff Campbell, the crew chief of Nine Beacon Plumbing and general manager of Strong Racing. Jeff shares candid anecdotes from his storied career. Listen in as he recounts pivotal moments from natio…

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Episode 128: Gregg Mansfield 28:44

2M ago28:44

28:44

Send us a text What does it take to bring the prestigious Gold Cup back to San Diego's Mission Bay after three decades? Join us as we uncover the behind-the-scenes efforts and challenges with Greg Mansfield, a key member of the Board of Directors for Bayfair. Fans of hydroplane racing are in for a treat as Greg delves into the collaboration with th…

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Episode 127: Jonathan Casteel 18:05

2M ago18:05

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Send us a text Ever wondered how a coffee company could light up the world of hydroplane racing? Join us for an conversation with Jonathan Casteel, Director of Operations for Mercury Coffee, as he shares the journey of Mercury Coffee's entry into the sport. Discover the deeply-rooted passion that founder Morgan and his father Mike have for hydropla…

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Episode 126: 2024 H1 Unlimited Racing Season Check-in 19:28

2M ago19:28

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Send us a text Episode 126 checks in and gives a report on how the H1 season has progressed. Andrew Tate, Corey Peabody and JMK have all won races this year. Who will win in San Diego for the Gold? How has the new mill rule gone with the fans? Tune in to find out! Photo by Digital Roostertails Support the show Help the podcast by subscribing to our…

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Episode 125: Radio Broadcast of the 1985 Budweiser Columbia Cup 34:43

2M ago34:43

34:43

Send us a text Buckle up as we take you back to the scorching summer of 1985 and the unforgettable Budweiser Columbia Cup. Relive the fierce rivalry between Jim Kropfeld's Miss Budweiser and the high-powered turbine boats of 7-11 and Miller American. Feel the heat of the Columbia River as we recount the action-packed heats narrated by the legendary…

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Episode 124: Ricky McQueen 51:56

3M ago51:56

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Send us a text Ricky McQueen, SuperFan of Unlimited Hydroplanes joins the podcast in Episode 124. Ricky shares his passion of the sport along with his journey to create Hydro2D a free hydroplane video game which is available on the H1 Unlimited website. He talks more about the sport he loves, boxing, sonics and everything in between. Ricky also mak…

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Episode 123: Brent Hall, Part 2 29:57

3M ago29:57

29:57

Send us a text Listen in to part 2 (of 2) of my talk with hydroplane driver Brent Hall. Brent talks more about his passion for the sport and how things are improving. He also shares more light into the decision to not race the 440 this year and what his options are for returning to the driver seat. Don't miss out on the conclusion of my interview w…

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Episode 122: Brent Hall, Part 1 34:08

3M ago34:08

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Send us a text Brent Hall joins the podcast! Listen to part 1 of 2 as Brent talks with host David Newton about his racing passion and journey to be the first black qualified H1 Unlimited hydroplane driver. Last year proved to be challenging, but even without a boat this season, Brent’s commitment to creating unforgettable fan experiences and promot…

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Working The Mighty Mississippi with Captain Doicus Langley Jr. 44:03

3M ago44:03

44:03

“Both engines died instantly, the hit was so hard. I immediately just kind of lay down on my bed because I knew how bad the impact was going to be. It threw my bed all the way across the room, dresser laid over, refrigerators downstairs on the floor - it was a hard impact.” Captain Doicus Langley Jr. joins Sandy and Sandra on the podcast today to s…

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Episode 121: Jerry Schoenith, Part 3 36:01

3M ago36:01

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Send us a text Join us as we wrap up our trilogy with hydroplane racing icon Jerry Schoenith. In this episode he shares his candid thoughts on the state of H1 Unlimited and hydroplane racing as well as reminisces about hydroplane days past. Jerry also reflects on the fading legacy of boat racing on the Detroit River and his personal and family hist…

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Risk Equals Musical Magic with Ángel Gil-Ordóñez 47:40

3M ago47:40

47:40

Spotlight tight, hometown faces fill the hall – a mix of pride and pressure. Baton raised, you begin to lead the revered National Orchestra through a score that explodes into a whirlwind of notes demanding perfect harmony. Suddenly, a discordant note cuts through. The soloist, a celebrated artist in his own right, takes an unscheduled detour into a…

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Episode 120: Jerry Schoenith, Part 2 36:49

3M ago36:49

36:49

Send us a text Join us as we continue our riveting conversation with Jerry Schoenith (part 2 of 3), the former owner of the Miss Renault Racing Team. Jerry reflects on the highs and lows of owning a racing team, including the unforgettable World Championship. Jerry also takes us on a journey back to the 1980s, sharing his firsthand experience with …

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So Others May Live with Mike Romano 42:45

4M ago42:45

42:45

While it’s true that everyone has rough days at work, few people have ones where they find themselves dropped into the middle of a fishing boat mutiny, tasked with getting the bleeding Captain to safety. Today’s guest is one of those precious few - and, in fact, that day wasn’t even close to his most difficult assignment! 20-year U.S. Coast Guard v…

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Episode 119: Jerry Schoenith, Part 1 37:25

4M ago37:25

37:25

Send us a text Hydroplane racing champion Jerry Schoenith joins us for the first part of an electrifying three-part series. You won't want to miss his nostalgic stories and unique insights! Ever wondered what it was like growing up in a family that lived and breathed hydroplane racing? Jerry takes us back to his roots in Detroit, sharing the passio…

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Keeping the Pedal to the Metal with Bud Moeller 50:13

4M ago50:13

50:13

“Braking at 180 something, I literally saw the left front wheel twist off with the entire suspension assembly; twist off, take a bounce and go flying a hundred yards. At that point, I've got three wheels, no front brakes, and again, pretty much riding a missile. I just was able to get the car turned at about 45 degrees, and that at least kept it fr…

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Mastering The Masters with Stewart Hagestad 50:43

4M ago50:43

50:43

Stepping up to the first tee, you are enveloped by an electric yet serene atmosphere. The soft grass under your feet and the crisp sound of your golf club making contact with the ball resonate deeply, as meticulously manicured fairways stretch out before you. Surrounded by vibrant azaleas and the deep green backdrop of one of golf's greatest stages…

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Episode 118: 2024 Season Preview With Hydro Dan 54:29

4M ago54:29

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Send us a text Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping episode of Roostertail Talk as we welcome back racing aficionado Hydro Dan for the third year in a row! This time, we're diving headfirst into the thrills and challenges of the 2024 H1 Unlimited hydroplane racing season. Listen to our recap of the H1 Spring Testing and listen to some predictions fo…

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Trailblazer On Fire with Kathy Jarvis 50:48

4M ago50:48

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The thunderous growl of the engine as the car accelerates is quickly followed by the acrid scent of burning rubber with tires screeching against the pavement. The world spins into a blur as the car flips through the air, glass shattering and metal crunching in a symphony of destruction. With adrenaline pumping and every sense heightened to the extr…

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Going Deep with Mark Teixeira 45:01

5M ago45:01

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The roar of the crowd fills your ears as the electric atmosphere of World Series Game 2 Yankee Stadium crackles all around you. Stepping up to the plate, the ever dangerous Pedro Martinez stares you down from the mound just before rocketing the ball towards you. The tension is palpable as you make the split-second decision to swing with all your mi…

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Episode 117: Steve David 34:45

5M ago34:45

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Send us a text Join us on this episode of Roostertail Talk as we sit down with the legendary hydroplane racer Steve David, who takes us on a nostalgic journey through his storied career. From his early days in South Florida filled with limited resources but boundless passion, to his encounters with racing legends like Bill Muncy and Dean Chenoweth,…

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Brent Hall’s Hydroplane Heroics 43:21

5M ago43:21

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Strapped into the cockpit of a roaring hydroplane, racing along at 200 mph mere inches above the churning water, you feel every bump and current as you navigate tight turns and avoid competitors, all while managing an intricate ballet of high-velocity precision and raw power. This is hydroplane racing at its most elite level, a sensory overload whe…

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Episode 116: Dave Vaillancourt, Part 2 35:07

7M ago35:07

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Send us a text In episode 116 I continue my conversation with Dave Valancourt. Last week left us on a cliffhanger and now we're back to delve into the nitty-gritty of Dave's latest 1/25th scale hydroplane model kits. These aren't just any model kits; they're a labor of love, intricately crafted with turbine engines akin to the various hydroplanes o…

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Episode 115: Dave Vaillancourt, Part 1 28:02

7M ago28:02

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Send us a text Dave Vaillancourt joins the podcast in episode 115. Dave is an unsung hero of H1 behind a lot of marketing, sponsor relations and merchandizing decisions in the past 20 years or so. Dave talks about his history in the sport and the beginning of his marketing and merchandising career with H1 in part 1 of a 2 part episode. You can lear…

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Episode 114: Doug Brow 48:44

7M ago48:44

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Send us a text As we race through the waves of nostalgia, lets visit the legacy of Doug Brow. Hear the echoes of roaring engines and feel the spray of the Seattle waters as Doug shares stories of his father's influence, the racing community that was as close as family and the racing specifics that make hydroplane racing a spectacle unlike any other…

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Episode 113: Season 6 Debut 24:43

8M ago24:43

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Send us a text Roostertail Talk is back again for its debut episode for season 6. In episode 113 I talk about what has been going on during the offseason for myself and the H1 Unlimited racing league. I also ask to hear from you, the listener, on what you want to hear this season. Please reach out with your thoughts via email to roostertailtalk@gma…

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Walking the Iron with John Steinmetz 35:13

9M ago35:13

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“Coffee time” is over, so you polish off the rest of your beer, grab your bags of bolts, begin your climb up the column and step out to “walk the iron” 20 stories above the ground - all without a hard hat, a harness, or any means of being “tied off”. The world of high-rise ironwork has evolved considerably over the years, and today’s guest is here …

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Defection Perfection with Olga Sheymov 45:36

9M ago45:36

45:36

Your car comes to a halt at a border checkpoint, guard dogs barking, the guards themselves talking over each other, and now one of them is about to open the car’s trunk, searching for stowaways or anything even remotely suspicious. Will he discover your husband and sleeping daughter carefully hidden behind the seats? Will your painstaking plan to d…

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Saving Lifetimes with Dr. Mary Brandt 36:37

9M ago36:37

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As the inevitable adrenaline begins to course through your body, you draw upon all your training and skill to channel it, allowing you to steady your hands and make split-second decisions. Throughout it all, you remain acutely aware that distraught parents have placed all of their hope and faith in you and your team to save the life of their precio…

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Aviation Thrills, Chills, and Skills with Vicky Benzing 36:26

9M ago36:26

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Imagine yourself soaring through the air - sometimes just a couple hundred feet above the ground - at hundreds of miles an hour, performing such maneuvers as spins, loops, rolls, as well as the somewhat ominously titled ‘Hammerhead’, all while being subjected to up to 10 g’s of force and knowing full well that one misstep could very possibly lead t…

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Behind the Scenes with Santa 23:50

10M ago23:50

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In today’s very special rereleased episode, Sandy and Sandra are joined by the one and only Santa Claus to discuss his annual toy delivery and the risks associated with it. Santa explains the logistics of North Pole operations and the challenges they have faced due to labor shortages and supply chain issues. While so many details of Santa’s operati…

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Digging Deep with Major Miner Vicky Peacey 34:23

10M ago34:23

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For anyone who would love to work not only with 165 degree material, but explosives as well, in a mini-city located some 7000 ft below the surface of the Earth, Sandy and Sandra have unearthed the perfect job for you! As President and General Manager of Resolution Copper for Rio Tinto, Vicky Peacey is responsible for all aspects of planning, develo…

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Tour de France Femmes with Marianne Martin 36:35

10M ago36:35

36:35

How does a farm girl from Fenton, Michigan, go from being an injured runner in college suffering from anemia and a lack of formal cycling coaching, to becoming the first American winner of the Tour de France? Learn all about it by joining Sandy and Sandra as they embark on a thrilling journey into the world of competitive cycling alongside Marianne…

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No Quit Climber with Alison Levine 48:06

11M ago48:06

48:06

What kind of person chooses to go climbing in places where they are in constant danger of being crushed by moving ice chunks the size of small buildings, all the while being surrounded by huge open crevasses into which they could very well fall hundreds of feet to their death? Well, allow us to introduce you to the indomitable mountaineer, Alison L…

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Real Life Yellowstone with Andrea Nicholas Perdue 38:19

11M ago38:19

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In this riveting installment of The Adrenaline Zone podcast, Sandra and Sandy explore the modern landscape of ranching and farming alongside special guest Andrea Nicholas Perdue, the visionary CEO of Wagonhound Ranch in Wyoming. This episode masterfully examines the delicate balance between upholding traditional ranching values and embracing cuttin…

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Choreographing Global Health and Happiness with Beto Pérez 46:06

11M ago46:06

46:06

How does a Grease loving, teenage aerobic instructor from humble beginnings in his beloved Cali, Colombia, end up living out the ‘American Dream’ as the ‘Father’ of an international fitness craze, and the Co-founder of a $500M exercise class company? Today, Sandra and Sandy sit down with a true fitness visionary and the creator of the Zumba phenome…

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The Puck Stops Here with Martin Brodeur 38:31

11M ago38:31

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Be sure to check out today's sponsor, Culligan Water: https://www.culligan.com/ What exactly possesses a person to pursue a career of sacrificing their body to intercept frozen vulcanized rubber missiles whistling along at up to 100+ MPH? Discover the answer to that question and so much more as Sandy and Sandra welcome internationally renowned ice …

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Episode 112: Gregg Mansfield 36:05

12M ago36:05

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Send us a text Welcome to Episode 112! Gregg Mansfield, a key player and an integral part of the Bayfair Board of Directors, joins the program. Greg opens up about his journey from his early days as a writer for Powerboat Magazine to his journey as becoming Board of Governor for Bayfair. We talk about the current state and explore the future of the…

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Episode 111: Lifetime Hydro Fan Bill Connolly 47:44

1y ago47:44

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Send us a text For decades, Bill Connolly has been entranced by the sheer velocity of the boats, the pulsating energy of the crowds, and the heart-stopping drama of the races, all of which started with a single televised race in the 1950s. His account of the iconic Gold Cup in Seattle will transport you right to the water's edge, feeling the spray …

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Episode 110: Radio Broadcast of the 1983 UIM World Championship 34:34

1y ago34:34

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Send us a text Prepare to feel the spray of the water and the roar of the engines as we take you back to the 1983 Houston UIM World Championship, where 18 boats from three separate nations went head-to-head on the water. It truly was an unlimited race, with a variety of designs and engine types on display. Thanks to John Osterberg of Peoh Point Pub…

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Episode 109: 2023 H1 Unlimited Season Review 25:59

1y ago25:59

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Send us a text Ready to relive the action of the Gold Cup race in Seattle? We've got you covered! Join us as we dissect the water-churning drama that led to J. Michael Kelly claiming his second Gold Cup and his first-ever national championship. We unpack the stunning upset of odds-on favorite Corey Peabody, which proved that in hydroplane racing, a…

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Episode 108: Radio Broadcast of the 1985 Budweiser APBA Gold Cup 29:43

1y ago29:43

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Send us a text Get ready to journey back in time 38 years ago to the shores of Lake Washington for the historic 1985 Budweiser APBA Gold Cup Hydroplane race. This is your chance to experience the thrill of the competition, the roar of the engines, and the strategic battle for the lead as we recount every moment of this epic race. We're talking the …

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Episode 107: Radio Broadcast from the 1973 APBA Gold Cup, Part 2 1:47:05

1y ago1:47:05

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Send us a text Buckle up, race fans! We're cranking up the nostalgia and taking a lightning-fast journey back to the 1973 Gold Cup boat race in Tri-Cities, Washington. Revel in the high-octane thrill as we revisit the unforgettable face-offs, from the intense preliminary rounds (heats 2A, 2B, 2C, 3A and 3B) to the final showdown that keeps your hea…

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Episode 106: Radio Broadcast from the 1973 APBA Gold Cup, Part 1 1:28:22

1y ago1:28:22

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Send us a text Prepare to time travel with us and revisit the thrilling 1973 Gold Cup! We're dusting off the archives to bring you the heart-pounding sounds of the roaring Merlin and Allison engines, the electrifying pre-race show, and the intense competition along the Columbia River. Hear from some of the top names to grace the race like Mickey Re…

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Episode 105: A Brief History of Thriftway Racing 13:52

1+ y ago13:52

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Send us a text Buckle up, hydroplane racing enthusiasts! We're taking you on an exhilarating trip down memory lane, back to the golden era of Thriftway Racing, the team that dominated the sport in the 1950s and 60s. With the help of a vintage 1994 audio cassette from Thunder on the Water, we'll explore the legacy of Thriftway Racing through the eye…

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Episode 104: Mid-Season Check In 22:49

1+ y ago22:49

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 104 of Roostertail Talk! We are now halfway through our short H1 season, 2 races down, 2 to go. In today's episode we break down some of the action we have seen so far as well as look at what is to come in the final 2 races of the year... Photo by Digital Roostertails Support the show Help the podcast by subscribin…

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Episode 103: Preseason Preview with Hydro Dan! 35:05

1+ y ago35:05

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 103 of Roostertail Talk. The creator of Deck2Deck joins the podcast to preview the 2023 H1 Unlimited racing season. I get his reactions to the H1 test session that took place earlier in June over in Kennewick, Wa and we make bold predictions on what will happen in the upcoming season. Don't forget to to join the fu…

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Blasting Off Into the New Frontier with Col. Doug Hurley 52:43

1+ y ago52:43

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Retired astronaut Colonel Doug Hurley takes center stage alongside Sandy Winnefeld and former colleague Dr. Sandra Magnus, marking the monumental 40th episode of The Adrenaline Zone podcast. Together, they embark on an enthralling voyage, tracing Col. Hurley's awe-inspiring journey from upstate New York to the vast expanse of space. As a recipient …

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Rocket-Fueled Genius with Garry Lyles 35:30

1+ y ago35:30

35:30

Join Sandy and Sandra as they embark on an awe-inspiring exploration of the captivating world of rocket science with the esteemed guest, Garry Lyles, as he shares his personal journey, from a childhood fascination with rockets to becoming a revered figure in the space sector on the podcast today. Garry also reviews the challenges, triumphs, and tra…

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Unleashing Artemis with Rick LaBrode 38:31

1+ y ago38:31

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Welcome to an exhilarating new episode of the podcast as Sandra and Sandy embark on a captivating journey behind the scenes of Mission Control with none other than Rick LaBrode, the distinguished Lead Flight Director of the groundbreaking Artemis One mission. Together, they unravel the multifaceted role of a flight director and the immense responsi…

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