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Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast056: Dan and Tyler Michie - Skydiving is Bad for BabiesBrothers Dan and Tyler Michie started skydiving together back in 2020, when shit hit the fan with the COVID pandemic. Interested in so many of the same aspects of life, naturally they chose to start their jumping careers together. Four years later, they're still both going strong in the community, with Tyler hitting the coaching aspect of skydiving, and Dan pursuing a path in camera flying. Tune in for this unique look at how a family gets into skydiving, and why they continue to jump together to this day. 2024-09-021h 40

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast055: Lori Eyler - Rest and RecreationI met Lori Eyler back in the fall of the 2016. She was incredibly kind to a complete stranger (me) who needed help. I learned a lot about her the winter I lived in her suburban California home, but this episode allowed me the chance to ask some of the questions I never got a chance to ask. There's no doubt Lori Eyler is a talented, accomplished skydiver, particularly as an established camera flyer at her local dropzone Skydive Perris. And in this episode, Lori and I talk specifically about that, but also catch up as friends and discuss everything...2024-05-061h 31

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast054: Wade Baird - Going the DistanceJoin me this week and tune into another episode, this time centered around long time jumper, and multi-world and state record holding skydiver, Wade Baird. Anyone who knows Wade, is keenly aware of how much they can learn by jumping with him. Whether it has to do with formation skydiving, competition, angles, big ways, or just having plain ol' regular skydiving fun, Wade contains a depthless well of knowledge when it comes to jumping. As someone who has looked up to him as a mentor and teacher for almost her entire skydiving career, this episode was a...2024-03-231h 29

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast053: Angie Aragon - National DirectorJoin the show this week and tune in to listen to Angie Aragon's journey through the world of skydiving--how she went from the average jumper at Skydive Elsinore, to a full time instructor, a tandem examiner, and now a National Director.This episode is full with knowledge, experience, and thought provoking concepts about safety, compassion, and wisdom in the world of jumping. Don't miss it! 2024-03-221h 37

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast052: VFS and Team Building w/ Team CollectiveJoin me this week while I chat with Mike Silva and Josh Evans of Team Collective about everything VFS, flight skills, and re-living some of the glory days at SkyVenture Colorado. If you've ever been interested in pursuing competitive skydiving in VFS (or any discipline really), make sure you don't miss this episode. Josh and Mike take me through the nitty gritty phases of building a team, the how tos of learning to fly with a teammate, and how to focus and push through problem solving and accelerating your learning process. If you like what you hear...2024-02-221h 47

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast051: Tales From the Bonfire # 1 - Tiny BroadwickJoin me and a new special guest this week, for a riveting story about a woman named Tiny Broadwick.It's alright if you've never heard her name before. Up until a year ago, I'd never heard of her either. But don't let her anonymity fool you. She is quite literally the unspoken mother of skydiving as we know it today. Don't miss this glimpse into our sport's history. Sit back and listen to the story of Tiny Broadwick.2024-02-0654 min

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast050: Cameron Haley - DJ MicrowaveCam Haley might genuinely be one of the nicest folks on the dropzone. Don't take my word for it--ask anyone who knows him, and I'd bet money they only ever have kind words to say. Cam started skydiving in college, during which he inherited control of his college parachuting club, competed at Collegiates, and amassed an obscene amount of tunnel time for a college student. Following that, he made a huge cross-country move to small town WI, where he acquired his instructor ratings, participated in a world record event, went through FITP, and met the love of...2024-01-291h 43

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast049: Next Level Women's Headdown Camp w/ Jen HalvorsonBack for her third time on Fall Risk, Jen Halvorson joins me to talk about her experience hosting and organizing her very first women's HD camp. She explains what the planning process was like, how the camp was structured, and what participants got out of the entire event, including what she wants to do moving forward. 2024-01-2139 min

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast048: Flyaway Tennessee with Cameron McMahanIf your skydiving progression has been anything like mine, then you have always been consistently blown away when visiting the larger southern dropzones during your skydiving off season. These dropzones operate like well-oiled machines, and they literally have it all. Multiple aircraft, world class instructors and coaches, daily on-site organizers, gear stores, and events happening around the clock. Not only that, but they had everything for you to be able to live on the dropzone during your stay. Affordable housing space, access to laundry and bathrooms/showers, food options, and so much more.Now, take that experience...2024-01-081h 43

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast047: Julie Kleinwort - Most Cheerful of Them AllWhat a wonderful coincidence, that Julie Kleinwort's episode is being released on Christmas. The most cheerful and inviting time of the year, directly coinciding with one of the happiest and peppiest women on the dropzone. Ask anyone who knows her--Julie is on another level when it comes to being cheerful. But don't let that bubbly exterior fool you, Julie possesses a razor sharp focus, and an unparalleled determination when it comes to the things she's passionate about. You don't have to take my word for it, just listen in on this episode as she regales us with...2023-12-251h 20

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast046: Daina Tubbs - A Ray of SunshineDaina Tubbs is the literal embodiment of a ray of sunshine. Truly, there's nobody on the dropzone with a better attitude and personality than her. That in and of itself is amazing given how long she's worked as a full time skydiving instructor in this incredibly stressful work environment.This episode goes off the rails in the best way possible, as Tubbs and I get into her backstory, how she built her way to her current position, and we get into the nitty gritty of being a female skydiving instructor in a field dominated by men. Hold...2023-12-081h 49

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast045: Leah Levy - Getting Creative with SkydivingPairing creativity and innovation with the world of skydiving can sometimes be a tall order. It's hard to stay on top of creative projects that take ages to complete within the ever changing world of the skydiving community. No one knows this better than Leah Levy. At 28 years old and just under a decade in the sport, Leah's flying resumes boast some very impressive feats, including Project 19's Women's Headdown World Record, and the most recently 200-way World Record attempts. And while those accomplishments are nothing short of amazing, her true mark on skydiving is made with...2023-11-201h 48

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast044: Garet Bloodworth - Evolution of FlightThe man, the myth, the legend: Garet Bloodworth. What else needs to be said? In this episode, Garet joins me to discuss his lengthy career in the world of flight, including his time as a tunnel instructor, a skydiving coach, and most recently, as a pilot. But don't let his megastar reputation fool you--Garet is one of the most laid back guys you'll see on the dropzone this episode as evidence to that. Listen in as we discuss some of his greatest achievements, how he got his start in the sport fourteen years ago, what his goals moving forward...2023-11-061h 35

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast043: Tamara Bartlett - Chasing Big WaysOn the surface, Tamara Bartlett is a bubbly, charismatic skydiver, one who is eager to engage others in conversation, go on "wahoo" skydives, and generally seems to get along with everyone. Under that exterior though, lies a determined, focused, and goal oriented attitude, one who establishes milestones, and chases relentlessly after them. Listen into this episode, where we dive into Tam's origin story, and hear more about why she's been chasing the big way circuit for so long now, and where she's planning to take those skills moving forward. 2023-10-281h 37

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast042: Richo Butts - The Sky's the LimitRicho Butts is a man of many talents. The skillset he's acquired over years of skydiving and flying is seriously mindblowing.Over the last decade, Richo has made a name for himself as one of the world's premier canopy pilots, and in recent times, has added to his skill set by fine tuning his freefly and bigway skills, as well as become a licensed pilot and pursued an aerobatic pilot career. Listen to this truly humble and well spoken skydiver about how he started in the sport, what projects he's currently pursuing, and what...2023-10-091h 37

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast041: Andy Malchiodi - Creation of a DisciplineAndy Malchiodi is a household name in skydiving. The sheer number of years he's been active in the skydiving community would astound even the most diligent and relentless skydivers of today. Over time, he's travelled the world, accumulated countless skydives of all types, and organized more camps and events than can be counted. In addition to all the aforementioned accolades, Andy has also been credited with being part of the birth of MFS as a discipline, sub-disciplines like the Echelon events, the most recent skydiver-made movie "HEX," in cinema history, and so much more. Tune into this...2023-09-301h 42

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast040: Koemi Valencia - First Competition Year2023 marks the first year of Koemi Valencia being on an official competitive skydiving team. Ask her yourself, this is a dream she's been chasing since she started skydiving, just a few years ago. Driven and inspired, Koemi takes us through what her journey to this stage has been like so far, and where she wants to go moving forward with her competitive goals in skydiving.Koemi has a wonderful way of definitively expressing exactly how most of us feel in this sport, and it's a breathe of fresh air to hear it come from someone of her...2023-09-201h 03

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast039: Denise and Kory Kruzikas - A Couple's MFS JourneyHave you ever dreamed of sharing a face meltingly awesome adventure with your partner? Surely you've dreamt of what you'd do on said adventure... the sights you'd see, the things you'd talk about, the places you'd go together, the shenanigans you'd get up to? If you've lost yourself daydreaming about this very idea, then look no further than Denise and Kory Kruzikas--these two are every skydiving couples' dream. Denise met Kory back in 2010 after several years of their individual skydiving careers already under their belt. To say it was love at first sight, is probably an understatement...2023-09-141h 04

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast038: Matt Congdon - Constant PursuitKnown as literally the nicest guy on the dropzone, Matt Congdon has made a name for himself through a constant pursuit of knowledge, and then passing that information onto the next generation of skydivers. Truly, there's nothing more exciting for Matt than to either be pursuing his own goals, or helping others achieve their own. Join us as we discuss what Matt's start in skydiving was like, how he feels about competition skydiving, and what's next for him. This episode is full of laughs and hilarity, so be sure to tune in! 2023-09-081h 41

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast037: Sam Stenzel - To Infinity and BeyondRemember the name Sam Stenzel. Someday, you're gonna hear it on the news or in an article or see him in a video talking about the next big adventure in space exploration. Seriously--this kid is going places. Sam has been flying in more ways than one, since he was very young. As a gymnast, he spent more than his fair share of time in the air tackling a wide variety of aerial stunts and tricks. As a young teenager, he began tunnel flying--quickly becoming one of the most accomplished flyers at iFly Minneapolis in a few mere...2023-09-0248 min

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast036: Patrick Kessler - Canopy Pilot ExtraordinaireIt's hard not to notice Patrick Kessler on the dropzone. He is after all, almost seven feet tall. But that's not what makes him stand out. No, what really makes Patrick stand out from the crowd is his unusually quiet nature. Truly, Pat is the quietly stoic figure in the room, letting his keen observational skills and soft advice do all the talking for him. Which is probably why he's an exceptionally astute canopy coach. In this episode, we go over how Patrick got started in the skydiving world, what led him to pursue canopy piloting, and...2023-08-291h 32

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast035: Travis Mickle - A Wingsuiter's DelightVery likely the most laid back guy on the dropzone, Travis Mickle has created a name for himself not only as an incredibly easy going dude, but also as one of the more talented wingsuit pilots of the world. In this episode, Travis takes listeners through a brief overview of his early skydiving days and what got him started in this sport we all know and love. Listen in, as Travis tells Sam all about his competition days as a wingsuiter, what kinds of competition he's chasing after moving forward, and gives his stark opinion on the...2023-08-261h 23

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast034: SDMW Chemtrails - Hottest Boy Band in the Upper MidwestIf you've never met the guys of Skydive Midwest Chemtrails, you should immediately get in your car and head to SDMW, because you're missing out on the chance of knowing (and flying with) five incredibly cool people.Currently known as the biggest 4-Way VFS team (seriously they're almost all over seven feet tall), Chemtrails is comprised of DZO Keith George, lineman Matt Congdon, electrician Colin Conway, business intelligence director Kyle Brady, and podiatrist Nathan Norem. Together they’ve formed a team who probably has the most fun with competing, a fact made incredibly obvious just by watching th...2023-08-1444 min

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast033: Elliot Byrd - A Cameraflyer's JourneyHave you ever wondered how the cameraman became the cameraman? Has the thought, "How did he get SO good at that..." ever crossed your mind when leafing through your local cameraman's reel? If so, you should absolutely NOT miss this episode. In the fourteen years Elliot Byrd has been skydiving, he's amassed thousand of jumps across multiple disciplines--though a large number of them have been devoted specifically to camera flying. Known as THE cameraman at Skydive Midwest, and the prolific owner of Byrd's Eye Studio, Elliot has had his hands in multiple video and camera projects, primarily...2023-08-121h 37

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast032: Dunning Kruger Effect w/ Tubbs and NateThe Dunning Kruger Effect... maybe you've heard of it? Let me give you a little breakdown just in case you haven't. The DKE is a cognitive bias which says that people with low ability, expertise, or experience regarding a type of task or area of knowledge tend to overestimate their ability or knowledge. There's more to it than just that obviously, but the aforementioned phrase is something we hear far too often in the skydiving community. It begs the questions: How do we become more aware of when we're falling victim to this bias... and how can we make...2023-08-031h 11

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast031: Kazu Oyama - Learn Safe, Have FunIf you've never heard the name Kazu Oyama before now, then stop what you're doing and listen to this episode stat! Be prepared to laugh, so enter at your own risk!Far and away one of the most knowledgeable skydivers you'll ever meet, Kazu Oyama also possesses the unique ability to be simultaneously intimidating and hilarious. Clocking in at over 7 feet tall (a tiny exaggeration) and constantly cracking jokes all over the dz, it's easy to see why both descriptors apply. Not only that, but as the dropzone's resident Examiner and master rigger, it's his job to...2023-07-191h 10

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast030: Gorka Amian - A Man of Many TalentsGorka Amian is a one-of-a-kind guy. That may seem like a cliche introduction, but there is nothing cliche about the man himself. Intensely focused, competitive, and unique--Gorka has lived, breathed, and slept skydiving for years. It doesn't matter what the discipline is--if he has a goal, he makes it happen, whether that task is to compete in VFS, FS, learn to judge skydiving meets, or taking on the leadership roles in big way events. Gorka Amian is quite literally a man who could do it all, if he wanted.Don't miss this fascinating look inside Gorka's mind...2023-07-121h 31

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast029: Monique Schulz - Female Tandem InstructorsMo Schulz is a seriously awesome person. Not from any one place in particular, Mo has been in the skydiving game for most of her adult life, and traveled all over the country working at various dropzones in different roles. As such, she's learned a thing or two about the going-ons at various dropzones.In recent years, she's experienced some major life changes--she moved to the Midwest, had and raised a pretty awesome baby, started a cooking blog, and earned all her instructor ratings. In this episode, in addition to tell us her origin story, she also...2023-07-081h 51

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast028: Mike Silva - Bodyflight Instructor of the CenturyMike Silva is one of the best known names in the tunnel coaching industry. And for good reason--as one of the most experienced bodyflight coaches in the country, Mike has been around and coaching fliers of all shapes and sizes for what seems like an eternity. For years, he's been cultivating and sharing his knowledge about the dynamics of body flight with others. Everything from the four basic body orientations, both static and dynamic flights, the tips and tricks of VFS, and the dazzling methodology behind trick flying. In addition to his extensive competition history, Mike also created a...2023-06-282h 21

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast027: Scott Robinson - Renaissance ManScott Robinson might be one of the coolest cats on the dropzone. Just ask anyone who knows him--Scott is far and away one of the kindest, sauciest, and genuinely cool dude in the jumping community. From flying airplanes, to joining bigways, to working in a wind tunnel, or as a skydiving instructor, Scott has pretty much tried it all--making him an exceptionally knowledgeable member of our community as well. Don't miss this episode--join me this week in listening Scott tell his tale in the deepest, most sultry radio voice to ever grace this podcast.2023-06-181h 16

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast026: Oxytocin BurstIf you’ve never heard of it before, oxytocin is your “happy hormone.” It’s responsible for the warm fuzzy feeling you get when you interact or touch someone you’re attracted to. It has the power to regulate your emotional responses, including trust, empathy, gazing, positive memories, and bonding cues. But--how does this relate to skydiving?In this week’s episode, Sam is joined by four very experienced and amazing women from the world of skydiving to discuss this rather exciting topic. Listen in as the gang discusses where you might find this phenomenon occurring on the dropzone...2023-06-071h 03

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast025: ECHELON - with Josh EvansJosh Evans of The Content Clearinghouse joins Sam again this week for a special episode completely devoted to an amazing skydiving event called “Echelon.” Created and operated by Andy Malchiodi and Matt Fry, the appropriately named event marks the coming together of some of the best freefliers in the world, to create unique and awe-inspiring skydiving formations, the likes of which our community is only just beginning to conceptualize.2023-06-071h 27

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast024: Daniel Kajewski and Heather Culver - 4 Way NationalsTwo very special folks join Sam this week on Fall Risk -- enter Dan and Heather -- two of the nicest folks you'll ever meet on the dropzone. Join the gang this week as they discuss Heather and Dan's early days in skydiving and the tunnel. And hold onto your butts as they give everyone a rundown on their latest (and victorious) excursion to USPA 2022 Skydiving National Championships. Theirs is truly a tale of excitement and perseverance and you for sure do not want to miss this one! 2023-05-252h 06

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast023: DROPZONE vs CUTAWAY - Part Two w/ Josh EvansBack at you with Part Two of comparing and contrasting Dropzone vs. Cutaway with Josh Evans, of The Content Clearinghouse! Next up is Cutaway!Plot synopsis: "A drug enforcement agent goes undercover on a skydiving team to track down illegal drugs." -- What's not included: "...where speedstars are the pinnacle of the skydiving community, and it's normal to see people sit on the edge of airborne aircraft without a rig."Spoiler alert: Again, make sure you've seen the movie before listening! Enter at your own risk!2023-05-191h 26

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast022: DROPZONE vs CUTAWAY - Part One w/ Josh EvansBack at you this week with a double feature! The one and only Josh Evans, of The Content Clearinghouse, joins Sam to discuss two of the most famous skydiving movies ever created: Dropzone and Cutaway.First up: Dropzone!Plot synopsis: "A tough cop teams up with a professional skydiver to capture a renegade computer hacker on the run from the law." -- What should have been added, "...and the most insanity filled skydiving progression you've ever seen on the big screen, in addition to landings so bad you would have though they were jumping rounds...2023-05-192h 08

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast021: Mary Dalman - Journey to the Nationals PodiumNewly crowned, 4-way silver medalist Mary Dalman had the most fruitful summer of her skydiving career in 2022. She, along with her team, Cinnamon Roll Fight Club made the journey to 2022 USPA Skydiving. Nationals last fall, after an intense year filled with training, hard work, and perseverance from the entire team. Join us as she tells Sam about the entire process from start to finish, what she thinks is the most important part of building a team, and where she wants to go moving forward for her follow up year. 2023-05-131h 21

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast020: Ben Shafer - Competitive MFS and Load OrganizingArguably one of the nicest guys on the dropzone, Ben Shafer is a man of many talents, and has been dipping his toes into a a wide variety of skydiving disciplines. Everything from working as a tunnel instructor, to competing in MFS, developing his skills as a videographer, working as a load organizer, and so much more! Tune into this week's episode to hear more about Ben's background and start in skydiving, where he wants to go moving forward, and where to find him on the dz! Don't miss it!2023-05-021h 29

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast019: Sean Kennedy - Fly Fast, Fly Safe!Sean Kennedy joins Sam this week on Fall Risk! In addition to telling us all a little bit about his start in skydiving, he also shares details of his latest swoop competition adventure. While explaining how it all worked, he also seriously educates us on some key details regarding canopy piloting safety. Sean is a genuinely good guy in the world of skydiving, and has a lot of interesting takes on how to keep yourself safe while also venturing into the world of inducing speed under your canopy. Don't miss this episode! 2023-04-211h 16

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast018: David San Pedro - Constant GrowthDavid San Pedro--or DSP as he's known to some--is truly a one-of-a-kind skydiver. He's kind, excited, and genuinely invests in the people around him. This week he joins Sam on the pod to discuss what it was like being a skydiver before becoming a tunnel instructor in Portland, OR. In addition to all that, they get to talking about his motivations as an instructor and coach, his dynamic 4-way competition history (including his trip to the World Indoor Skydiving Competition in France, circa 2019), and where he wants to go with his skillset next. Don't miss this episode of Fall...2023-04-091h 40

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast017: Travis Schumacher and Brittany Ganser - Love is in the AirJoin us on this episode of Fall Risk to meet Travis and Brittany--two amazing people who met and fell head over heels (literally) while learning to skydive! They discuss their beginning phases of jumping, how the sport of skydiving has helped shape their relationship, and how this entire community and way of life have changed the trajectory of their lives. They give us listeners a little insight into what it was like being a student, and where they want to go moving forward. Don't miss this episode of Fall Risk!2023-04-031h 38

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast016: Skydiving Movie Scenes Review No. 1 with Stevie KaneHold on to your butts folks, cause this behemoth of an episode is gonna require TWO listens. This week, Sam is joined by 1LightFilms production company owner, Stevie Kane--who also happens to be her go-to on all things movies, shorts, filming, editing, and production. Tune in to hear them go full send on breaking down seven different skydiving movie scenes, and join them in ranking each scene in three different categories: Awesome Power, Realism, and Atmosphere! Prepare yourself for the new information, creative analysis, and laughs abound, in this episode of Fall Risk!Stevie's Production Company: www.1...2023-03-072h 29

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast015: Jen Halvorson Part 2 - World Record AdventureJen Halvorson graciously joins Sam again on the podcast, for Part 2 to her world record journey. Join us as Jen explains what happened at the Project 19 Headdown World Record attempts, and we discuss ideas on how to keep pushing women forward in the sport of skydiving.Dave's draw generator: www.mspvfs.com 2023-03-031h 09

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast014: Karen Downes - A New PerspectiveKaren Downes might be the nicest person you've ever met. Truly, she's a sweet, genuine soul who gives the best advice and warmest hugs. But underneath all that, she's a skydiver who loves the sport for the sport. After being a staple in our community for over 16 years, Karen sheds some light on a new perspective of being a jumper, and how her balance of skydiving vs. real life has changed her approach to jumping over the last few years. 2023-02-221h 24

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast013: Alli Privitt - Teaching the TeachersAlli Privitt might just be a superhero. She's probably not, but it's fun to speculate anyway. From standing on the edge of a volcano, to deep cave spelunking, to swimming with sharks and canyoning down waterfalls, Alli has gone and been to places most of us only dream about.Alli is relatively new to skydiving, but don't let that fool you--she's an incredibly determined and excited new member of our community, and she has the unique ability to offer some rare feedback to the instructors and teachers on dropzones everywhere. Because Alli comes from a teaching background...2023-02-141h 32

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast012: Josh Evans: Part 2 - The Tunnel Coach LifeWelcome back to Part 2 of Josh Evan's journey as a skydiving and tunnel instructor.In Part 2, we focus more on the tunnel side of Josh's skydiving career, specifically about how his methodology as a body flight coach, and how his approach to coaching students has changed over the years.In addition to that, we talk about the importance of communication when taking on new students, how to start a VFS league, how to approach indoor tunnel competitions, and where he thinks indoor tunnels will go in the future.2023-02-041h 46

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast011: Josh Evans: Part 1 - Lifelong Never Ending PursuitIn this episode of Fall Risk, one of the best coaches in the country joins Sam to talk about his time as a skydiving and tunnel instructor. Josh Evans has been skydiving for over 20 years, and has worked as a tunnel instructor for over half that. In addition to competing in multiple disciplines in both indoor and outdoor skydiving competitions, Josh is also an accomplished podcaster and artist, a pop culture buff, and a very doting father to his kids. Join them as they discuss Josh's never ending pursuit of always trying to be a better instructor...2023-02-041h 06

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast010: Dustin Lehrke - A Fresh OutlookDustin Lehrke joins Sam in this episode of Fall Risk, to talk about his time so far in the sport of skydiving. Additionally, he also provides some insight into what the life of a rookie skydiver is like, and reminds us all about what it was like to start out in skydiving as a student--something some of us haver perhaps forgotten over the years. 2023-01-281h 14

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast009: Megan Lundsten - Tunnel Instructor, Skydiver, and Pokemon Go! PlayerLook out, cause Megan Lundsten is joining Sam in this episode of Fall Risk! Megan is a funny, determined, straight forward instructor, with a "take no shit" kind of attitude. Expect all that and more in this episode, where Sam and Meggo get into the nitty gritty of working in the field, both in skydiving and the tunnel world. In addition to discussing what makes her passionate about flying, Sam and Meggo also talk about early day shenanigans, and we hear about Megan's recent "wedding in the sky."Don't miss this episode! Click that download button!2023-01-191h 01

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast008: David Dellanave - The Coach Life, Travel Tips and MoreDavid Dellanave joins Sam on this episode of Fall Risk, and they get to reminiscing on old dropzone shenanigans together, and they explore Dave's start in the sport of skydiving. Listeners will also get a peek into Dave's history as a strength training and weight lifting coach, and learn how he applies that same method to helping others in their skydiving progression. Not only is he an amazing source of information about skydiving and teaching you about your body's capabilities, but he also notoriously runs an Olive Oil business, which is featured in a film project he helped create...2023-01-121h 12

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast007: Kristen Cotten - Renaissance WomanOn this episode of Fall Risk, Sam is joined by her longtime friend, Kristen Cotten, and they get to shooting the shit about being female skydiving instructors, and all the shenanigans that go along with it, including the hilarious "Captain America incident." Kristen truly is a renaissance woman, she's literally done it all--from working as a full time AFFI, TI, and videographer, to BASE jumping, wingsuiting, and swooping, there are few areas of skydiving she hasn't dipped her toes into. She's worked in multiple countries, travelled all over the world for skydiving shenanigans, and has even competed...2023-01-051h 12

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast006: Alissa Silva - Nostalgia and Competition BreakdownsIn this episode of Fall Risk, Alissa Silva joins Sam to breakdown her indoor and outdoor skydiving competition experience, gives us detailed insight into how these competitions work, and where she wants to go while pursuing new and exciting competition goals. Peppered amongst all of that are charming moments of nostalgia where Sam and Alissa recount hilarious memories of their early days on the dropzone. 2022-12-311h 09

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast005: Dr. Erika Mundinger - Taking Care of Your BodyDr. Dinger made her first jump almost 17 years ago, in 2006, and since them has accumulated a mass of knowledge and experience about the skydiving world and community across the country. In addition to that wealth of information, she also is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and graciously sits down to talk with Sam about how we can better keep our bodies safe and in good condition on the ground. Tune in to this episode of Fall Risk to learn all about one of the kindest and most giving people in our sport.To contact Dinger about Physical...2022-12-141h 19

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast004: Richard Bert Taylor - Talking with a Tandem InstructorIn this episode of Fall Risk, everyone's favorite Aussie--Richard Bert Taylor--joins Sam to talk about jumping in other countries, his experience as a tandem instructor, and how he keeps his upbeat attitude about sharing the unique experience of skydiving with new customers.2022-12-071h 09

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast003: Jeremy Williams and Adam Hjelle - Frequency at the TunnelThis episode of Fall Risk goes over how to progress through the sport of skydiving safely, but also how to use your time and money wisely. Listen to Adam Hjelle and Jeremy Williams talk about their shared experiences within the world of tunnel flying and skydiving, and how they got started jumping in the first place.2022-11-302h 18

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast002: Jawsh Johnson - Shenanigans in the SkyJoin us on this episode of Fall Risk to hear the endlessly hilarious Jawsh Johnson talk about his more than a decade of experience in the world of skydiving, what it's like being an instructor in the sport, and where he wants to go moving forward within the sport. Buckle in, cause this one's filled with laughs.2022-11-301h 17

Fall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast001: Jen Halvorson Part 1 - The Road to A World RecordIntroducing the effervescent Jen Halvorson! Tune in to Part 1, to hear all about her experience with how she started skydiving, and her journey to Project 19, a historic all women, head down world record attempt. Stay tuned for Part 2, where she updates us about the record attempts, and to hear about all the nitty gritty details about an event of that magnitude.2022-11-301h 06

Fall Risk: A Skydiving PodcastFall Risk: A Skydiving Podcast - A Brief IntroductionHello listeners, this is the official introduction to the latest skydiving podcast, Fall Risk. If you would like to submit your very own whuffo question, or have a direct comment for me, send them to fallriskpodcast@gmail.com 2022-11-3001 min