Listeners to Indiana Places and History will learn the fascinating history of many of the many of the places and events in Indiana. Archive episodes may be found at this link:Mossy Feet Books.
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The AMA Podcast is a production of the Academy of Model Aeronautics, it brings you the inside stories from the hobby of model aviation by hearing directly from those who live and breathe aeromodeling. With guests ranging from the who's who of the hobby to the average weekend warrior, The AMA Podcast tries to shine a light on the stories that have shaped the hobby for decades. Hosted by AMA's Matt Ruddick.
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Metamora Trail Today we will walk the Whitewater Canal Trail in historic Metamora, Indiana. From the Book: Southeast Indiana Day Trips The Author's Website The Author on Locals The Author on Facebook The Author on Twitter The Author on Rumble The Author on YouTube The Author's Amazon PageBy Paul
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Indiana's Lost River Today we will visit one of Indiana's unique natural areas, the Lost River in Orange County, Indiana. From the Book: South Central Indiana Day Trips The Author's Website The Author on Locals The Author on Facebook The Author on Twitter The Author on Rumble The Author on YouTube The Author's Amazon Page…
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American Academy of Model Aeronautics Museum Today I will talk about the National Model Aviation Museum, which my wife and I visited in August 2022. From the Book: East Central Indiana Road Trips The Author's Website The Author on Locals The Author on Facebook The Author on Twitter The Author on Rumble The Author on YouTube The Author's Amazon Page…
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Starve Hollow Lake Today I will talk about Starve Hollow Lake, where we camped in the autumn of 2023. From the Book: South Central Indiana Day Trips The Author's Website The Author on Locals The Author on Facebook The Author on Twitter The Author on Rumble The Author on YouTube The Author's Amazon Page…
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Tippecanoe Battlefield Today I will talk about the Tippecanoe Battlefield Memorial Park. From the Book: Indiana’s Timeless Tales - 1805 - 1811 The Author's Website The Author on Locals The Author on Facebook The Author on Twitter The Author on Rumble The Author on YouTube The Author's Amazon PageBy Paul
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Today we will walk across the Big 4 Bridge, a former railway bridge that now forms a pedestrian/bike path spanning the Ohio River, connecting Louisville Kentucky and Jeffersonville, Indiana. From the Book Camping Across Indiana The Author's Website The Author on Locals The Author on Facebook The Author on Twitter The Author on Rumble The Author on …
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Today we will visit Hanging Rock, a natural wonder perched high above the Wabash River near Lagros, Indiana. From the Book Camping Across Indiana The Author's Website The Author on Locals The Author on Facebook The Author on Twitter The Author on Rumble The Author on YouTube The Author's Amazon PageBy Paul
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In this episode the author talks about Miami Chief Richardville and what at one time was one of the most important pieces of real estate in Indiana and the United States, the Forks of the Wabash. From the Book Road Trips in Northwest Indiana The Author's Website The Author on Locals The Author on Facebook The Author on Twitter The Author on Rumble …
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Greetings, today we visit the LST museum, located on the Ohio River waterfront in Evansville, Indiana. Road Trips in Southwest Indiana The Author's Website The Author on Locals The Author on Facebook The Author on Twitter The Author on Rumble The Author on YouTube The Author's Amazon PageBy Paul
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Shiojiri Niwa Garden In this episode we visit the Shiojiri Niwa Garden in Mishawaka, Indiana which is in St. Joseph County in north central Indiana. From the Book North Central Indiana Day Trips The Author's Website The Author on Locals The Author on Facebook The Author on Twitter The Author on Rumble The Author on YouTube The Author's Amazon Page…
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Sculptures in the Forest In this episode we will visit to the Sculpture Garden near Solsberry, Indiana. We visited this hidden gem during our camping trip to Shakamak State Park. Shakamak State Park https://mossyfeetbooks.com/2023/10/12/shakamak-indiana-state-park/ Sculpture Garden Website A map to the trail is on the web site for visitors to downl…
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On this episode, Bob Wilke, President of HobbyTown, joins the show to talk about his early hobbies, and how he worked his way from HobbyTown franchisee to HobbyTown President! Visit HobbyTown! Learn more about HobbyTown's franchise program Learn more about the AMA!By The Academy of Model Aeronautics
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This week, Kenny Cassidy, Lee Ray and Tony Stillman join the show to discuss AMA's presence at the world's largest air show, EAA AirVenture 2022! Learn more about the EAA Learn more about the AMABy The Academy of Model Aeronautics
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Ep 98 - Hitec Radio Control Devices
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This week, we're giving you a preview of what you can find on the monthly show, Model Aviation LIVE with Jay Smith! On this episode, Jay interviews representatives from Hitec RCD about their company and product lines. Catch more of Model Aviation Live with Jay Smith See the photo gallery from the World Games Learn more about the AMA…
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Mark Benson, AMA Senior Marketing Director, joins the show to talk about club newsletters and how a good communications plan is essential for a healthy club experience! Learn more about the AMABy The Academy of Model Aeronautics
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Ep 96 - World Championships and Team Selections
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This week, Tony Stillman stops by to explain how FAI World Championships are contested and how world team selections are made. Learn more about FAI World Championships Learn more about the AMABy The Academy of Model Aeronautics
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For nearly 100 years, pilots from all over the country have competed at the National Aeromodeling Championships. In this episode, Michael Smith, Director of the National Model Aviation Museum, sits down to talk about the storied history of the Nats and the role it has played in the aeromodeling hobby. Check out National Aeromodeling Championships L…
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This week, we are bringing you an interview with Robert “Red” Jensen, Master UAS Technician for NASA from the 2022 AMA Jr. Camp. For more information on AMA Jr. Camp Watch the VIDEO version of this interview! Learn more about the AMABy The Academy of Model Aeronautics
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This week, AMA Executive Vice President Randy Cameron joins the show to preview the 2022 National Fun Fly! The National Fun Fly will be held June 24-26 at the International Aeromodeling Center in Muncie, IN. If you'd like to volunteer at the National Fun Fly, you can contact Randy Cameron at flyrc@modelaircraft.org Learn more about the National Fun…
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Ep 92 - Contest Directors and Event Managers
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This week, AMA Safety and Technical Director Tony Stillman joins the show to explain the roles of contest directors and event managers, as well as how you can become one. Become a Contest Director or Event Manager Learn more about the AMABy The Academy of Model Aeronautics
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Ep 91 - FAA SRM Panels and Letters of Agreement
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This week, AMA Government Affairs Director Tyler Dobbs drops by to discuss the FAA's safety risk management panels and how his team has achieved letters of agreement for clubs that allow for flight well beyond 400 feet in controlled airspace. Also on the show is Dan Metz, president of the Coachella Valley RC Club. He recounts his experience working…
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This week, AMA Technical and Safety Director Tony Stillman stops by to demystify the Large Model Airplane program. What constitutes a large model airplane? How do you qualify to fly a large model airplane? Tony has the answers to those questions and more! Learn more about the Large Model Airplane Program Learn more about the AMA…
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In this episode, Maj. Kyle Sanders (USAF Ret.) joins the show to talk about U.S. Drone Soccer. Learn more about U.S. Drone Soccer Learn more about the AMA FoundationBy The Academy of Model Aeronautics
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This week, Matt is joined by 3 talented photographers who capture model aviation from behind a lens. Jennifer Alderman, David Hart, and Lee Ray have all spent years photographing model aviation and they're sharing their stories and tips behind their craft. Check out Jennifer's work Check out David's work Check out Lee's work Check out Matt's work L…
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Ep 87 - Turbine Waivers with Tony Stillman
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In this episode, AMA Technical and Safety Director Tony Stillman outlines the Turbine Waiver process and why it's a requirement to fly turbine-powered models. LINKS FROM THE SHOW: AMA Documents - https://www.modelaircraft.org/documents AMA Turbine Qualification Flight Guide and Waiver Application (510-D) AMA Turbine Waiver Holder List (Members Only…
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The AMA Podcast returns with new episodes! Up first, AMA Executive Director Chad Budreau joins the show to recap 2021 and to preview what members can expect in 2022! Learn more about the AMABy The Academy of Model Aeronautics
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Throughout the month of October, the AMA is celebrating the act of building! Find out what you can expect from AMA Build Month in this sneak preview. #IBuildAMA IBuildAMA Learn more about the AMABy The Academy of Model Aeronautics
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This week, Matt is joined by AMA Digital Experience Lead Dillon Carpenter to recap the 2021 MultiGP International Open. See the AMA MultiGP IO Photo Gallery Learn more about MultiGP Learn more about the AMABy The Academy of Model Aeronautics
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This week, we hear from AMA Creative Director Mark Benson and AMA Safety and Technical Director Tony Stillman about their trip to Oshkosh, Wisconsin for AirVenture 2021! Read about the AMA/EAA Advocacy Forum Learn more about EAA Learn more about AMABy The Academy of Model Aeronautics
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Ep 82 - Greater Cincinnati Radio Control Club
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Founded in 1957 originally as the Winton Wingers, the Greater Cincinnati Radio Control Club, or GCRCC, has been a mainstay in the Cincinnati area for decades. Having spent time at 4 different flying sites over the years, the GCRCC and its nearly 200 members have been at its current site since 1999. Not only do they maintain a paved runway, but you’…
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This week, AMA Executive Vice President Randy Cameron joins the show to preview the upcoming National Fun Fly! Learn more about the National Fun Fly Learn more about the AMABy The Academy of Model Aeronautics
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The May 2021 AMA Club of the Month is the Blacksheep R/C Modelers Club! Founded in 1990, the Blacksheep R/C Modelers is located near Danville, Indiana and has been a Gold Leader Club since 2003. Their flying field is located on land owned, and rented to them, by Waste Management, with whom they have a wonderful relationship with, as well as with th…
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One of the largest and most recognizable hobby retailers in the world.. they are known for keeping their prices low and their quality high, offering everything from aircraft, surface, boats, radios, batteries, and so much more. But some of you may not know very much about this worldwide retailer, and this week we have Hobby King's Lead Product Deve…
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This week, we're giving you a sneek peek into one of the exclusive benefits of our AMA Foundation Torchbearer program. Earlier this year, we spoke with Katie Bosman, longtime AMA member, former AMA scholarship winner and aviation maintenance instructor at Garmin International for an exclusive episode for our Torchbearer subscribers. Learn more abou…
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Ep 77 - Chris Wolfe, The RC Geek (Rebroadcast)
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In this rebroadcast of episode 19, the RC Geek himself, Chris Wolfe joins the show. He talks about how he got started in the hobby, his experience competing at the Scale Masters Championships, and how his successful channel, The RC Geek, came to be! This episode of the AMA Podcast is presented by Aquiline Drones! Fly drones for a living. Earn a six…
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Ep 76 - Longmont Electric Aircraft Flyers (LEAF)
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The Longmont Electric Aircraft Flyers of Longmont, Colorado was founded in 2003 by hobbyists in the community wanting a safe and legal place to fly. By leasing several acres of land from the city, LEAF opened its doors and has been growing ever since. With more than 100 members, LEAF is known for its friendly and open environment to visitors; welco…
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This week, Lee Ray (co-host of the RC Roundtable podcast) joins the show to talk about the hobby scene in Texas, as well as his new role with the AMA! This episode of the AMA Podcast is presented by Aquiline Drones! Fly drones for a living. Earn a six-figure salary. Go to FlighttotheFuture.com to learn more! B.E.S.T. Event Info Round Top RC Expo Le…
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Ep 74 - Captain Albert Glenn: AMA Jr. Camp Speaker Series
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This week, we are bringing you a conversation from this year's AMA Jr. Camp Speaker Series. Captain Albert Glenn is the Director of the Lt. Col. Luke Weathers Flight Academy and a full scale airline pilot. He speaks about his experiences in the hobby, and thanks to his past as a pylon racer and pattern flyer, he introduces listeners to some of the …
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Roger Nunamann, Chief Revenue Officer of Aquiline Drones, joins the show this week to talk about his company's Flight to the Future program, and their efforts to match up RC pilots with drone flying careers. Learn more about Aquiline Drones and their Flight to the Future program Learn more about the AMA…
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First established in 1953, The Omahawks is the largest RC club in the greater Omaha metropolitan area. Their home is Hawk Field, a premier flying site located at Standing Bear Lake Park, and it features a 500 x 40 foot paved runway surrounded by both grass and pavement pit areas, plenty of room to set up tents and a great pavilion for food and shad…
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This week, Matt talks with the newly named Chief Operating Officer of MultiGP, Tim Barnhart. Tim talks about his path through aeromodeling, including flying helicopters, becoming an AMA leader member, and discovering the awe of FPV drone racing. This episode of the AMA Podcast is presented by Aquiline Drones! Fly drones for a living. Earn a six-fig…
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Ep 70 - Sean Elliott: EAA's VP of Advocacy and Safety
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In this episode of The AMA Podcast, EAA's VP of Advocacy and Safety, Sean Elliott, stops by to talk about how the EAA and the AMA have worked so closely over the years to advocate for their respective memberships. Tyler Dobbs, AMA's Government Affairs Director, also joins the conversation. Check out the photos mentioned in this episode by visiting …
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Ep 69 - Knowledge and Safety Test Update with Tyler Dobbs
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This past week, the FAA released some information regarding the forthcoming Knowledge and Safety Test, and Tyler Dobbs dropped in to help interpret the information! This episode of the AMA Podcast is presented by Aquiline Drones! Fly drones for a living. Earn a six-figure salary. Go to FlighttotheFuture.com to learn more! Stay up-to-date with the A…
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Ep 68 - Building With Foam (Rebroadcast)
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When most pilots think of building a model aircraft, balsa comes to mind. However, foam is becoming a very popular building material of choice. Like balsa, foam is very affordable and easy to use. On November 12, 2015 Model Aviation Executive Editor Jay Smith talked with Keith Sparks, author of Building with Foam about how he tackles foam projects,…
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Prince George’s RC Club was founded in 1963 on a 1 acre patch of land on top of a hill in Upper Marlboro, Maryland by 15 modelers looking to get together regularly to fly. By 1972, PGRC moved to a 1000 acre site with 2 400 foot paved runways that quite literally paved the way to increasing their membership to over 200 members… including EDF pioneer…
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Ep 66 - AMA Foundation with Kelsie Walker
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This week, AMA Foundation Director Kelsie Walker stops by to talk about the initiatives the AMA Foundation supports, as well as a brand new program just launched that will give you access to some exclusive content! This episode of the AMA Podcast is presented by Aquiline Drones! Fly drones for a living. Earn a six-figure salary. Go to FlighttotheFu…
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Ep 65 - Red Jensen and the NASA Model Shop from AMA Expo 2017
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AMA life member Red Jensen talks about the history and future of using sub-scale aircraft for research at NASA's model lab. Check out the video from this presentation! Special thanks to this week's sponsor, Aquiline Drones! Visit FlightToTheFuture.com to learn more! Learn more about the AMABy The Academy of Model Aeronautics
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January's AMA Club of the Month is The Riverside Aero Modelers Society! The Riverside Aero Modelers Society is located in the Yadkin foothills of East Bend, North Carolina. Averaging around 90 members, the RAMS membership pilots a variety of aircraft from giant scale to park flyers in multiple disciplines such as jets, electrics and even gas engine…
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Ep 63 - Final Rule for Remote ID with Tyler Dobbs and Jim Williams
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Jim Williams, former head of the FAA UAS Integration Office, joined Tyler Dobbs and Matt Ruddick for an in-depth discussion on the FAA's Remote ID Final Rule. Learn more about the AMABy The Academy of Model Aeronautics
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In this episode, Chad Budreau joins the show to help recap all of the ups and downs of 2020.By The Academy of Model Aeronautics
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