I got to talk with brother Dave Levy, An ironworker out of local 361, New York. Dave and I talk about how he got into Ironwork, a bit of Ironworkers 361 history and some of the jobs Dave worked on. Dave also talks about how he found himself at ground zero on 9/11. Dave spent over 800 hours helping clean up the destruction of the worst terrorist att…

I talked with Brother Chris Scott, known on Instagram as the Working Muscle. Chris and I talked about being unrepresented and how he can become apart of our UNION. Chris talks about all the trade he has done and what it takes to do those trades. I hope you enjoy. Support the Show. check us out on instagram @official_chasingthehookpodcast…

On this weeks podcast I talked with Sister Minna Long, of Ironworkers local 29 about how she found herself becoming an ironworker. Minna is a leader and role model for a lot of our sisters here in the PNW. Minna is a mom who has come through a lot to get where she is at and I absolutely loved talking with her because she is just full of positivity …

I got to talk with Brother Kevin Kubik, an Ironworker out of Ironworkers local 1, Chicago. Kevin and I talked about what an apprenticeship looks like in Chicago and what it means to be a UNION Ironworker in Chicago. Kevin talks about working on the towers of the John Hancock building, which is 1000' in the air. I absolutely loved this episode and I…

Jesse and I talk about hanging Iron and how to keep your body in shape to connect for 8 plus hours a day. We also talk about mental heath and addiction in construction. Support the Show. check us out on instagram @official_chasingthehookpodcastBy IRONWORKER

Brothers and Sisters, on this episode I speak with Tom Owens, Who was a Project Manger and Project Engineer for the American Bridge company for 36 years, Tom started with them in 1960. We talk about Tom working on several projects such as, The New River gorge bridge in WV, the 2nd phase of the Chesapeake Bay bridge and the minute man missile sites …

I got to talk with Alex, one of the funnest ironworkers on instagram. I talk with Alex on what Ironwork has done for him and using comedy to bring more awareness to the trades. Enjoy. Support the Show. check us out on instagram @official_chasingthehookpodcastBy IRONWORKER

Nearly everyone who travels will experience turbulence at some point in their life. For some, it's no big deal, but for nervous flyers it can be incredibly uncomfortable. This week we'll be talking about what causes turbulence, and addressing whether or not it's a dangerous (spoiler alert: it isn't). Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.co…

I got to chat with Brother Justin Sullivan on this weeks podcast. We talked about what ironwork has taught him this far, booming out and being a social media star. enjoy. Support the Show. check us out on instagram @official_chasingthehookpodcastBy IRONWORKER

I talk with brother Todd about how he found himself becoming an ironworker, as well as the jobs he worked on. We talk about what it means to be union and why you should be union. I had an amazing time, thanks again. Support the Show. check us out on instagram @official_chasingthehookpodcastBy IRONWORKER

I'm excited to announce Plaid Aviation, your new home for aviation training resources and community. To make sure you are notified when we go live, please sign up for the mailing list at http://www.plaidaviation.com And don't forget to like the Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/plaidaviation/ See you over there!…

I spoke with brother Dan Allen better know as Twisty Tower Tower Crane. We dive into what the relationship is between the operators and the Ironworkers, what is to pay UNION dues and more. enjoy Support the Show. check us out on instagram @official_chasingthehookpodcastBy IRONWORKER

I had another amazing conversation with Brother Rich Rowe out of Ironworkers local 63 in Chicago. On the 128th anniversary of the founding Ironworkers convention Rich tells about why there was a convention and what led up to it. We also talk about the Haymarket affair and the fight for an 8 hour day. I am truly grateful to brother Rich for sharing …

I had an amazing conversation with Pops about his long career working iron out of local 25 in Detroit. Pops worked on the renaissance center , along with so many more projects. I hope you enjoy. Support the Show. check us out on instagram @official_chasingthehookpodcastBy IRONWORKER

I had the pleasure of talking with brother Johnny Parker out Ironworkers local 5 Washington DC. Johnny talked about how he started non union and then found himself becoming organized. It was such a great conversation. Enjoy. Support the Show. check us out on instagram @official_chasingthehookpodcastBy IRONWORKER

This week we finish our discussion of the Pilot Qualifications in the Commercial ACS, with a topic that is covered in the Private Pilot and Instrument Rating ACS as well. We discuss the difference in safe and legal, and examine some risk management items associated with unfamiliar airplanes and equipment. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagr…

Beginning our discussion of ground school topics, this week we talk about pilot qualifications for the Commercial Pilot Checkride, and the privileges and limitations around your new certificate. Commercial Pilot ACS: https://www.faa.gov/sites/faa.gov/files/training_testing/testing/acs/commercial_airplane_acs_change_1.pdf eCFR: https://www.ecfr.gov/…

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! I hope you are getting to finish out the week spending time with loved ones and planning the goals you will set for the coming year. Hope to see you next week! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theplaidpilot/ Like the Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/theplaidpilot Email Me: todd@theplaidpil…

On December 20th 1943, the crew of the B-17 known as Ye Olde Pub flew their first combat mission together and almost didn't make it home. Flying on only one fully functional engine, with half a tail, and leaking hydraulics, things looked bleak as Franz Stigler, a German ace, pulled up behind them to finish them off. Instead he made a decision that …

On December 17, 1903, the Wright Brothers became the first people to achieve manned, controlled, heavier than air flight. Take away all of the qualifiers, though, and they were far from the first in flight. This week I talk about 5 aviators who beat the Wright Brothers to the sky. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theplaidpilot/ Lik…

This week we are talking about the incredible story of Jesse Brown, who was the US Navy's first African American fighter pilot, and Thomas Hudner, who received the Medal of Honor after crash landing his own plane behind enemy lines in an attempt to save Jesse's life. Thomas Hudner Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RKHh9vnzyUo Follow me on …

Happy Thanksgiving! This week we talk about the 20th century's craziest soft drink (developed by a meat packing company) and the transcontinental flight it inspired. Calbraith Rodgers became the first person to fly coast to coast when he landed in Pasadena, CA in December of 1911 with the Vin Fiz Flyer. Vin Fiz Revisited: https://www.wright-brother…

This week, we revisit the history of Veterans Day, a holiday that began with the end of the first World War. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theplaidpilot/ Like the Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/theplaidpilot Email Me: todd@theplaidpilot.com Music by Monday HopesBy Todd Weld

This week we talk about the B-29 Superfortress, the most advanced bomber in the American fleet during WWII. Bell X-1 Drop Launch Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5xFJRcHFqU Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theplaidpilot/ Like the Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/theplaidpilot Email Me: todd@theplaidpilot.com Music by …

For this week’s Halloween special we are revisiting an old episode where I got to talk to Barb Kramer from the haunted Kansas Aviation Museum. We talk about the history of the museum and aviation in Kansas, and Barb shares some ghost stories from her time as Director of Operations. Kansas Aviation Museum Website: https://kansasaviationmuseum.org/ K…

This week I had the honor of sitting down with Bill Weidenhammer, a retired pilot with the US Navy, and B-25 pilot with the Champaign Aviation Museum in Urbana, Ohio. On the show he talks about the history of Champaign Gal, the museum's own B-25, and gives some tips to the aspiring warbird pilot. Sadly, Champaign Gal is currently stranded away from…

This week we mix things up a little and instead of aviation history, I'm sharing a PIREP (that's short for Pilot Report) about a recent flight to Lake Havasu, AZ. Email me: todd@theplaidpilot.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theplaidpilot/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theplaidpilot Threads: https://www.threads.net/@theplaidpilot Music…

This week, Lynne Newton of the Anderson Abruzzo International Balloon Museum joins me to talk about the 239 year old history of ballooning from 18th century Versailles to the Balloon Fiesta that takes place in Albuquerque every year. She also gives us some insight into getting into the hobby. Anderson Abruzzo International Balloon Museum website: h…

On September 24, 1929 Jimmy Doolittle made the first flight completely on instruments, so in this episode, we take a look at the history of instruments on the flight deck from the first flight at Kitty Hawk to satellite navigation. Airmail Route Recreated Article: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/air-space-magazine/omaha-salt-lake-city-without-gps-18…

After finishing the first part of my Commercial Pilot training, I'm back to share a little about my journey and talk about the differences I've experienced in Part 61 and 141 flight training. Email me at todd@theplaidpilot.com Instagram: @theplaidpilot Music by Monday HopesBy Todd Weld

I talk with Brother Randy Bryce about his run for congress in Wisconsin against Paul Ryan. Randy is just one more example of the many opportunities that are possible. Support the Show. check us out on instagram @official_chasingthehookpodcastBy IRONWORKER

I talk with Mike on what his organization is doing with in the labor movement space. Mike is super inspiring and the ULA network puts out so much great information on their instagram page. So please go check them out and Enjoy. Support the Show. check us out on instagram @official_chasingthehookpodcast…

I got to talk with Brother Eric Costa BK # 1190896 out of local 397 Tampa Florida. Eric won the 1994 National Apprenticeship competition in Pittsburg, PA, Eric is also the 11 time column climbing champion at the Ironworker festival in Mackinaw City, MI. Eric will be at the festival in Aug 11-13. Enjoy. Support the Show. check us out on instagram @o…

On this episode I had an amazing conversation with Brother Albert Stalk jr or Eiffel AL, for climbing the Eiffel Tower on February 16, 1990, without any safety equipment for a French documentary. Al gets into the stories behind the climb, as well as the REEBOK commercial he was in. This was a great conversation with a lot of great knowledge we all …

I finally passed my instrument checkride on my second attempt! In this episode I talk about my instrument training journey and lessons learned from two attempts at the checkride. Email me at todd@theplaidpilot.com Instagram: @theplaidpilotBy Todd Weld

Brother Haap was indentured in Feb of 71, but his story on how he found himself doing Ironwork is a great story. Happ also get's into his experience in Vietnam. Thank you so much Haap for your time. This was a 2 day interview, on phone and in person, so the audio is noticeable. Support the Show. check us out on instagram @official_chasingthehookpod…

Thank you guys for all of the support the last five months. The show will be on hiatus starting this week as I get ready for my checkride and start commercial training. Merry Christmas, happy holidays, and fluffy landings! Email Me - todd@theplaidpilot.comBy Todd Weld

On November 24, 1971, a man calling himself Dan Cooper hijacked Northwest Orient Flight 305 bound for Seattle from Portland, OR and after receiving $200,000 cash as ransom for the passengers, parachuted into the rainy night never to be seen again. This week I tell his story. Aviatrix of the Week: Alex from KSNA - IG: https://www.instagram.com/pilot…

Due to technical difficulties, I wasn't able to get this week's episode recorded, but I still wanted to stop in and say Happy Thanksgiving! See you next week!By Todd Weld

Info on the new season. This is a working progress. Thank you to everyone for the support, it is much appreciated. Support the Show. check us out on instagram @official_chasingthehookpodcastBy IRONWORKER

On November 17, 1955, a US Air Force C-54 crashed on the way to Area 51 on a mission to support the development of the U-2 spy plane. On this week's episode, I get to talk to Ky Plaskon, author of Silent Heroes of the Cold War, about the story behind the crash. Guest Speaker: Ky Plaskon - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/kyplaskon Aviator of t…

On this week's episode, I take a break from aviation history and briefly talk about the history of Veterans Day from its World War I origin in 1918 and how the holiday has evolved today. Email me at todd@theplaidpilot.com or DM me on Instagram: @theplaidpilot Aviator of the Week: Rod from KPVG Music by Monday Hopes…

In 1929, Amelia Earhart got together with fellow aviatrixes to form an organization dedicated to promoting aviation, keeping records of women in aviation, and giving women pilots a community to grow with. Over nine decades later, the 99s are a thriving organization. This week I'm joined by Natalie Gramer to talk about the history of women in aviati…

For this week’s Halloween special, I get to talk to Barb Kramer from the haunted Kansas Aviation Museum. We talk about the history of the museum and aviation in Kansas, and Barb shares some ghost stories from her time as Director of Operations. Kansas Aviation Museum Website: https://kansasaviationmuseum.org/ Kansas Aviation Museum Facebook: https:…

It has been an eventful week, not with all the results I'd hoped for. But catch next week's special Halloween episode where I get to talk with the Director of Operations at a museum where paranormal aviators still walk the halls. Check out the Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theplaidpilot/ Email Me - todd@theplaidpilot.com…

I'm taking this week off as I prepare for my Instrument Checkride, but you can still catch me talking about aviation history on the Food 4 Thought Podcast at https://thefood4thoughtpodcast.buzzsprout.com/1958889/11457241 Music by Monday HopesBy Todd Weld

After becoming the Ace of Aces for the United States in WWI, with 26 kills, Eddie Rickenbacker returned home a hero, but his story was far from over. From designing cars, to writing books, to pledging his airline to help in WWII, life after the Army was anything but mundane. Greg Primus joins me in a special two-part episode following the incredibl…

Dropping out of school as a teenager after his father's death, Edward Rickenbacker would eventually become a famous race car driver, WWI ace, and go on to purchase the largest sporting venue in the world, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Greg Primus joins me in a special two-part episode following the incredible story of "Fast Eddie". Guest Speaker…

Ninety years ago this week, James Banning and Thomas Allen took off from Los Angeles, California to become the first African Americans to fly coast to coast. Relying on the generosity of others for food, lodging and fuel, they called themselves The Flying Hobos. On this week's episode, I talk about their incredible story. Aviator of the Week: Rylie…

I'm taking the week off, but I want to say thanks for listening by giving away free The Plaid Pilot Podcast stickers. If you want one, send me an email at todd@theplaidpilot.com or on Instagram - @theplaidpilot Music by Monday HopesBy Todd Weld