So There I Was Podcast

Disco joins us to talk about his Marien Harrier career - flying with the Tigers of VMA 542 and other aviation exploits!

Taco tells how new lieutenants are welcomed to the fleet in the Herc community. Please share the podcast with a friend who will enjoy a good aviation tale!

Prof. Hal Sudt talks about his book, "Warplane: How the Reformers Birthed the A-10"

Sniper sits with Fig & RePete to talk about his time Flying the Eagle!

C-130 Pilot Extraordinaire joins us for fun and hilarity!

1stSgt John Crouch USMC (ret) joins us to chat about flying his days teaching college boys to become men and Naval Officers and tell us about his book, Pressure Cooker - and the many stories from his time on the Drill Field

F-15 Pilot, Marine F-18 Exchange Pilot, YouTube "Pilot Debrief" Channel creator "Hoover" joins us for a chat about all things aviation!

Mooch joins us to chat about flying the F-14, Writing, Music, and the many phases of his amazing career

High school dropout, Author & Navy Pilot, Butch Rutt, joins us to talk about his circuitous path into aviation!

FOrmer US Navy pilot, "Hide" joins us to talk about his time in Vietnam, being aboard the Forrestal, ejecting and other gripping tales!

Hide joins to talk about flying the A-4 "Scooter" and other gripping tales!

In this episode of So There I Was, we chat with Sluggo, a veteran with an impressive 20-year Navy career flying the E-2C Hawkeye. He'll share thrilling tales from his time in VAW-124 and VAW-122, along with instructive experiences at the RAG and his transition to reserve duties with VAW-78 and VAW-77. Sluggo's stories span near-disasters like total hydraulic failures at night and narrowly avoided ramp strikes, showcasing his remarkable skill and resilience. His role as a designated sober driver and his unique approach to handling emergencies promise a blend of humor and edge-of-your-seat excitement. Also, expect a dive into his post-Navy career and a curious anecdote involving a coffee mug. This interview will be a fascinating look at the life of a pilot who navigated both the skies and life's challenges with remarkable finesse.

Chucker joins us to talk about flying helos, getting his private after a 10-year hiatus, and other hilarious stories... perhaps one or two from court?

Chris joins us to talk about flying the Huey & The TH-55 - Cold Wx ops & more

Jungle joins us to chat about flying the F-14D and the Super Hornet!

Sal talks to us about his early days in the Marine Corps, Learning to fly and getting to fly with his dad and becoming a CFI - and some stories about close calls on his own and with students!

Sticks joins us to talk about Search & Rescue, increasing survivability in a SAR situation and mental health in Aviation Medicine...

SeaBass Joins us to talk about going from NavCad to Marine - Landing on the boat in "zero-zero" conditions and more!

SeaBass joins us to talk about going from NavCad to Marine - Landing on the Carrier in "Zero-Zero" Conditions and much much more!

LtCol W. R. Spicer USMC (ret) joins us to talk more about his books - Sea Stories of a US Marine and his career from Private to Commanding Officer of a USMC Harrier Attack Squadron!

We welcome back LtCol W.R. Spicer - Sugar to talk more about his books "Sea Stories of a US Marine" and his career from a private in 1963 to Commanding Officer of a Marine Harrier Squadron

US Navy EP-3 Pilot Briggs joins us to talk about how he became a Navy pilot and how it almost cost him his life shortly after becoming an Aircraft Commander!

Briggs - US Navy EP-3 Pilot talks about his days in HS & College and his interest in track - and talks about how he became interested in aviation - and how he, as a brand new aircraft commander, faced the challenge of his aviation life - which would have ended in disaster had it not been for his dedication and skill and that of his crew!

Fister, VMAT-203's LAST Commanding Officer joins us to talk about flying the Harrier and teaching others to fly the most challenging fixed wing aircraft in the world!

Fister, VMAT-203's LAST Commanding Officer joins us to talk about flying the Harrier and teaching others to fly the most challenging fixed wing aircraft in the world!