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That Escalated Quickly Episode 111
Th is Kemo's hat-trick show as we comes to tell us all about flying CAS (Hint - It's NOT about Close Air Support!)Flying Contract Air Services is a job most of us aren't aware exists - What a waste! And a myriad of other subjects... try 'n keep up!
Pulled the Handle! Just Not Very Hard Episode 110
In this episode, we delve into our experiences in the Marine Corps and aviation tales, prompted by guest Dan of the excellent Danger Close Podcast. Subscribe to that show here: Danger Close Reflecting on how military service shapedus, we share storie
We’re Not Ready You Idiot Episode 109
This week on "So There I Was," join hosts Fig & RePete and special guest Dan from the "Danger Close Podcast" as they embark on a thrilling exploration of a Marine Air Traffic Controller's life turned podcaster. Experience firsthand the intense challenges
It's a Lot Like Yesterday Episode 108
Join us on this week's episode where we sit down with Bill "The Weatherguy" Korbell, a man whos forecasted everything from monsoons in Thailand to the less-than-perfect day for a presidential flight. Starting off his career in the sweltering heat of 1960
Bad-Assery & Jack-Assery Episode 107
Join us this week for an engaging conversation with Isaac G. Lee, author of "Hangar 4." This groundbreaking book is the first to detail the Marine Corps' CH-53E "Super Stallion" operations during Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. Known by his call si
Flying the “B-one” Episode 106
This week buckle up with Grease as he takes us on a high-flying journey through his storied aviation career. From zipping across skies in sleek Saber-Liners and Lear Jets to commanding the formidable B-1 Bomber and the elusive U-2, Grease has done it all.
Halfway Around the World in 40 Days Episode 105
This week's guest, KK, hails from East Germanyback when the Berlin Wall was more than just a memory. Believe it or not, flying was nowhere on her radar until one fateful birthday in her 40s when she was gifted a sightseeing flight that quite literally pr
Coming Down Like a Gun Safe with a Lot of Guns Episode 104
Disco joins us to share tales from his thrilling experiencesfrom his days at OCS to piloting the AV-8B Harrier during the Gulf War and teaching both students and instructors in the Harrier Fleet Replacement Squadron (FRS). With his vivid storytelling, sh
What's Your Call Sign? Episode 103
Note: Don't miss out on even more laughs! Head over to https://sothereiwas.us/patreon to join and hear two additional hilarious call sign stories not included here!In this wild episode of our podcast, we dive into the wild and whimsical world of naval
Warplane Episode 102
Buckle up for a jaunt through the skies with the dynamic duo Fig & RePete, known to the world as "Co-Horsts," as they prepare to take you on a slightly less than ordinary flight with Professor Hal Sundt. He's not just any guest; he's the mind behind "Warp