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The Pilot Project PodcastPERFORMANCE & SAFETY: BUILT FOR PRESSURE Part 2: Mental Tools for the Cockpit – Zoran StojkovićWhat happens when you know the material cold, but freeze during a flight test?Mental performance consultant Zoran Stojković returns for Part 2 of PERFORMANCE & SAFETY: BUILT FOR PRESSURE, where we explore practical tools for RCAF pilot training; from pre-flight routines and chair flying to performance cues, breathing and recovering after a cockpit mistake.Drawing on Zoran’s work with student pilots, pro athletes, and Bryan’s flying experience, they discuss recognizing when you’re falling behind the aircraft, practicing resets before you need them, and helping students recover after a difficult flight.Chapters(0...
2026-10-061h 10
The Binge Moto PodcastEpisode 31: Morrison's Enroute Return!Send us Fan MailBrett and Tonya Morrison from Morrison’s Enroute are back on the Binge Moto Podcast!When we last talked with them in November, Brett and Tonya had made their way from Alaska to Baja, Mexico, riding mostly unpaved back roads on motorcycles they had purchased just weeks before starting the trip—with virtually no previous motorcycle experience.Now they’ve made it all the way to Panama.Brannen Butts from Action Motorcycles joins me as we catch up with Brett and Tonya and hear a...
2026-08-241h 07
The Pilot Project PodcastLogbook: First 100 Part 2: The Weight - The Stories They CarryEvery military aviator carries stories that stay with them long after the aircraft shuts down.To mark the milestone of 100 episodes, we're looking back at the moments that revealed the true weight of military aviation. This second retrospective shifts from learning to fly to learning what comes after. A pilot's first time facing enemy fire, split-second decisions under pressure, devastating loss, the invisible burdens many carry home, and the resilience that keeps crews moving forward.Featuring stories from fighter pilots, search and rescue crews, tactical helicopter crews, transport crews, and more, including the CF-18 Hornet...
2026-07-071h 22
The Pilot Project PodcastLogbook: First 100 Part 1: The Climb - The Making of Military AviatorsNew listener? Start here!For 100 episodes, The Pilot Project Podcast has explored the world of military and mission aviation through the people who have lived it.In Part 1 of our retrospective series, The Climb, we look back at the making of military aviators.From the first moments that sparked the dream, to the grind of training, the edge of high-performance flying, and the toll service can take even in peacetime, this episode traces the journey behind the wings.These are the moments that shaped them, and the reasons they kept going.
2026-06-2354 min
The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 84: The YouTuber: Mattfrom103, the Outcast 903 accident, and flying the CH-149 Cormorant with 103 SAR Squadron Part 1 - Matt NeriMajor Matt Neri joins Bryan Morrison for Part 1 of a two-part interview exploring his career in Search and Rescue. Matt shares his early aviation influences, flight training experiences, and first operational tours on the CH-149 Cormorant. From earning his wings to coordinating SAR missions at JRCC Halifax, this episode offers an inside look at the realities of rescue flying and what it takes to lead the busiest SAR squadron in Canada.
2026-01-061h 20The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 83: The Christmas Drop: Taking part in Operation Christmas Drop and flying the CC-130J Hercules Part 2 - Anthony Element-MalouinIn Part 2 of this Christmas special, Bryan continues his conversation with Captain Anthony Element-Malouin, a CC-130J Hercules pilot with 436 Transport Squadron, focusing on his operational career and leadership journey. Tony talks about returning to flying after being grounded, a demanding 2024 filled with major exercises, and deployments on Op Reassurance.The episode dives into large-scale training events like Battalion Mass Tactical Week, Storm Flag, and Red Flag, crew culture on deployment, and the process of upgrading to Aircraft Commander. Tony also shares what makes Operation Christmas Drop so meaningful and what it’s like returning to the mi...
2025-12-2355 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 82: The Christmas Drop: Taking part in Operation Christmas Drop and flying the CC-130J Hercules Part 1 - Anthony Element-MalouinIn Part 1 of this two-part Christmas special, Bryan sits down with Captain Anthony Element-Malouin, a CC-130J Hercules pilot with 436 Transport Squadron, to explore his path from early inspiration to operational flying in the RCAF. The conversation dives into the realities of RCAF pilot training, including Phase 1 in Portage, the challenges of Phase 2 on the CT-156 Harvard II, air sickness, spin course, test anxiety, and the perseverance required to push through setbacks. Tony also reflects on earning his wings, transitioning to the Hercules, deploying shortly after OTU on Op Reassurance, and preparing for Operation Christmas Drop during t...
2025-12-161h 04The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 80: The Rescue Series: Mountain missions and max-range hoists on the CH-149 Cormorant Part 1 - John LivingstonIn Part 1 of this two-episode feature, host Bryan Morrison sits down with Capt John Livingston, a CH-149 Cormorant Search and Rescue pilot whose journey to the RCAF was anything but straightforward. Born in Comox and inspired by a family legacy of military flying, John shares how varsity hockey, studies at UPEI, and the demanding environment of RMC’s mechanical engineering program shaped his path toward pilot training.John walks listeners through Phase 1 and Phase 2 flight training, overcoming intense test anxiety, discovering a passion for formation flying, and learning from instructors who pushed him to become a better av...
2025-12-0252 min
AI with Bry PodcastShip in Days, Not Months: Agentic AI for Product Managers with Brooks MorrisonIn this episode of AI with Bry, we explore a shift that’s happening faster than anyone expected: product teams are beginning to ship in days, not months. And the catalyst behind this acceleration is agentic AI.I’m joined by Brooks Morrison, Principal Product Leader at TechCXO, who brings a grounded, practical perspective on how AI is transforming product management, engineering workflows, and executive leadership. If you’re a PM, founder, engineer, or anyone responsible for building digital products, this episode is your roadmap for what’s changing and how to stay ahead of it.
2025-11-2124 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 78: The Gunner: Life of a USAF Aerial Gunner and flying on the AC130H Spectre Gunship and the HH-60G PAVEHAWK Part 1 - Anthony DyerIn Part 1 of our conversation with USAF Tech Sgt. Anthony Dyer (Ret), host Bryan Morrison explores Anthony’s journey from growing up in the Appalachian Mountains to serving as an aerial gunner on the legendary AC-130H Spectre gunship. Anthony walks us through his early Air Force years as an F-15E weapons loader, the impact of 9/11, his transition to firefighting, and the demanding pipeline that led him into special operations aviation. He shares what it’s like to fire a 105 mm cannon from the sky, the pressure of close air support, his baptism of fire on his first comb...
2025-11-1858 min
Getting Students to Write- Helping Elementary and Middle School teachers improve student writing.Episode 128 Narrative Know-How with Trevor BryanJoin Melissa Morrison in an engaging episode of 'Getting Students to Write' as she welcomes art teacher and author Trevor Bryan. They discuss innovative strategies to boost writing confidence and effectiveness for both teachers and students. Trevor shares insights on integrating art and literacy, the role of pictures in developing comprehension, and his books 'The Art of Comprehension' and 'Narrative Know-How.' Learn about mood structures, the importance of helpers and harmers in storytelling, and practical methods to connect reading and writing seamlessly in K-6 classrooms.
2025-11-0431 min
Closing TimeClosing Time Episode 75: Construction Time with Bryan MorrisonWhen you're building a new home, you can't get a traditional mortgage from a bank. That's where Bryan Morrison comes in. Bryan specializes in construction financing. Based in Scottsdale, but licensed to issue loans all across the country, Bryan joins Nick to talk real estate development, construction, his nickname, and more!
2025-10-1027 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 71: The LIFT: Lead-In Fighter Training in Italy and flying the CF-18 Hornet and the T-346 Master Part 1 - Brian "Humza" KilroyEver wondered what it takes to become a Canadian fighter pilot? Today we chat with Major Brian “Humza” Kilroy, a CF-18 Hornet pilot and instructor on the T-346 Master at Italy’s International Flight Training School.Brian takes us through his journey from growing up in Alberta and joining the Royal Canadian Air Cadets, to earning his RCAF pilot wings at Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training in Texas. He shares highlights from flying the CF-18 Hornet with 409 and 401 Tactical Fighter Squadrons, training future fighter pilots at 410 Tactical Fighter Operational Training Squadron, and performing as the RCAF CF-18 Demo P...
2025-09-301h 12The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 70: The Rescue: Air Tindi crash survivors in the NWT – Conducting a CC-130H Hercules rescue, Part 2 – Jason Shaw & Vincent C-BenoitWhen a Twin Otter crashed north of Yellowknife in December 2023, a Royal Canadian Air Force CC-130 Hercules crew from 435 Transport and Rescue Squadron leapt into action. In this gripping episode of the Pilot Project Podcast, we talk with aircraft commander Jason Shaw and Search and Rescue Technician (SAR Tech) Vincent C. Benoit about the night SAR Techs parachuted into a blizzard with lifesaving gear to reach 10 survivors.Hear how they planned the mission, flew into turbulence and near-zero visibility, coordinated with JRCC Trenton, and stabilized hypothermic passengers until evacuation. This real-world SAR story reveals the training, teamwork...
2025-09-231h 12The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 69: The Rescue: Air Tindi crash survivors in the NWT – Conducting a CC-130H Hercules rescue, Part 1 – Jason Shaw & Vincent C-BenoitIn this first installment of The Rescue, Captain Jason Shaw and Sergeant Vincent C-Benoit of 435 Transport and Rescue Squadron take us inside the world of Canadian search and rescue operations. From their early days in the Canadian Army and Air Force - including deployments to Afghanistan and Bosnia - to the rigorous training pipeline for pilots and SAR Techs, Jason and Vince share how they became leaders in one of the most demanding trades in the RCAF.They walk us through the skills, mindset, and teamwork required to fly the CC-130H Hercules into some of the...
2025-09-161h 16The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 68: The Counter-Drug Ops: Flying SAR and counter-narcotics missions in the Caribbean and flying the De Havilland Dash 8 for PAL Part 3 - Pat Lalande, Trevor JubyCounter-Drug and Search and Rescue Aviation in the Caribbean with PAL AerospaceWhat is it like to fly counter-drug interdiction and Search and Rescue missions in the Caribbean? What does it take to qualify for this demanding aviation work, and how do crews prepare to execute missions as part of Joint Interagency Task Force South (JIATF-South)?In this episode, retired RCAF Lieutenant-Colonel Trevor Juby, now Chief Pilot with Provincial Airlines / PAL Aerospace in Curaçao, and retired RCAF Master Warrant Officer Pat Lalande, now a tactical coordinator and mission commander with PAL Aerospace, d...
2025-09-0952 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 67: The Counter-Drug Ops: Flying SAR and counter-narcotics missions in the Caribbean and flying the De Havilland Dash 8 for PAL Part 2 - Pat Lalande, Trevor JubyRCAF to Counter-Drug and Search & Rescue Missions in the CaribbeanWhat is it like to fly long-range patrol missions in the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF), face close calls in high-stakes operations, and then transition to counter-drug and Search and Rescue (SAR) missions in the Caribbean? How do Canadian military pilots prepare for this demanding work, and what challenges do they face operating in one of the busiest regions for international aviation operations?In this episode, retired RCAF Lieutenant-Colonel Trevor Juby, now Chief Pilot with PAL Aerospace / Provincial Airlines in Curaçao, and r...
2025-09-0253 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 66: The Counter-Drug Ops: Flying SAR and counter-narcotics missions in the Caribbean and flying the De Havilland Dash 8 for PAL Part 1 - Pat Lalande, Trevor JubyFrom RCAF Patrol Missions to Counter-Drug and SAR Operations in the CaribbeanWhat kinds of missions do a long-range patrol sensor operator and crew commander face in the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF)? What challenges and close calls have they experienced, and how did those skills carry over into high-stakes counter-narcotics and Search and Rescue (SAR) missions in the Caribbean?In this episode, retired RCAF Lieutenant-Colonel Trevor Juby, now Chief Pilot with Provincial Airlines / PAL Aerospace in Curaçao, and retired RCAF Master Warrant Officer Pat Lalande, now a tactical coordinator and mission c...
2025-08-261h 09The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 65: The Kingfisher: Developing, acquiring and flying the CC-295 Kingfisher Part 3 - Luc Coates, Francois Fasquelle, Dan FauxIn this episode, we continue our conversation with:Lieutenant-Colonel Luc Coates, Commanding Officer of 418 Search and Rescue Operational Training SquadronLieutenant-Colonel Francois Fasquelle, Commanding Officer of 442 Transport and Rescue SquadronMajor Dan Faux, subject matter expert on the CC-295 KingfisherWe dive deeper into the Kingfisher, exploring how simulation and training are shaping new SAR pilots, and how the aircraft has been performing in real-world operations so far. And perhaps most intriguing for our listeners: we take on every rumour and criticism we could find about the Kingfisher — separating fact from fiction and busting the biggest myths.
2025-08-121h 00The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 64: The Kingfisher: Developing, acquiring and flying the CC-295 Kingfisher Part 2 - Luc Coates, Francois Fasquelle, Dan FauxIn this episode, we continue our conversation with:Lieutenant-Colonel Luc Coates, Commanding Officer of 418 Search and Rescue Operational Training SquadronLieutenant-Colonel Francois Fasquelle, Commanding Officer of 442 Transport and Rescue SquadronMajor Dan Faux, subject matter expert on the CC-295 KingfisherWe begin with Dan’s early days as a pilot and what led him to join the fixed-wing SAR project. From there, we explore why Canada needed a new fixed-wing Search and Rescue aircraft and what that journey looked like — from concept to selection. Finally, we dive deep into the Kingfisher itself: the modifications that set it apart, how it’s...
2025-08-0557 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 63: The Kingfisher: Developing, acquiring and flying the CC-295 Kingfisher Part 1 - Luc Coates, Francois Fasquelle, Dan FauxWhat drives someone to choose the demanding — and often dangerous — career of Search and Rescue pilot? What early experiences shaped their paths, and what does it really take to fly missions where lives hang in the balance?In this episode, we sit down with three remarkable guests:Lieutenant-Colonel Luc Coates, Commanding Officer of 418 Search and Rescue Operational Training SquadronLieutenant-Colonel Francois Fasquelle, Commanding Officer of 442 Transport and Rescue SquadronMajor Dan Faux, a subject matter expert on the CC-295 KingfisherTogether, they share stories from their diverse beginnings, the lessons they’ve carried forward, and what ultimately led th...
2025-07-291h 05The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 62: The CAPCOM: Earning the Elsie MacGill Award, flying the CH-146 Griffon, and working with NASA in Houston Part 3 - Erin EdwardsWhat’s it like to go from flying helicopters in the Royal Canadian Air Force to becoming the voice in the headset for astronauts aboard the International Space Station? How do you transition from military aviation to serving as Deputy Branch Chief Operations Officer and CAPCOM at NASA?In this episode, we sit down with Captain Erin Edwards — a Special Operations Aircraft Commander, Elsie MacGill Award recipient, and current CAPCOM working with NASA and the Canadian Space Agency.She shares her journey from commanding aircraft in Canada’s elite 427 Squadron to her first unforgettable call to the...
2025-07-1555 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 61: The CAPCOM: Earning the Elsie MacGill Award, flying the CH-146 Griffon, and working with NASA in Houston Part 2 - Erin EdwardsWhat does it take to pass selection for one of Canada’s most elite aviation units — 427 Special Operations Aviation Squadron? How do you earn the coveted role of SOF Aircraft Commander? And what happens when you trade a military cockpit for a mission control console at NASA?In this episode, we sit down with Captain Erin Edwards, a trailblazing Canadian Armed Forces pilot who transitioned from flying special operations missions to becoming a CAPCOM — the voice between astronauts and Earth — at NASA’s Johnson Space Center.We explore the grit, mindset, and milestones that defined her journe...
2025-07-0851 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 60: The CAPCOM: Earning the Elsie MacGill Award, flying the CH-146 Griffon, and working with NASA in Houston Part 1 - Erin EdwardsHow does a MARS Officer and Ship’s Team Diver become a Special Operations helicopter pilot? What does it take to get through the intense rigours of Phase III helicopter training — and then make the leap to 427 Special Operations Aviation Squadron?In this episode, we sit down with Captain Erin Edwards, a SOF Aircraft Commander, recipient of the prestigious Elsie MacGill Award, and currently serving as a CAPCOM at NASA in Houston.We explore her remarkable journey through the Canadian Armed Forces — from her early days at sea to commanding aircraft with Special Operations Forces...
2025-07-0153 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 59: The Seeker: Fixed Wing Search and Rescue and flying the CC-115 Buffalo and CC-130H Hercules Part 2 - Dan ConwayWhat did it take to fly Search and Rescue in the venerable (but aging) CC-115 Buffalo? What does it feel like to return to 3CFFTS as a seasoned pilot, ready to learn about the world of instructing? What's it like to be taught by your former students as you learn to fly the CC-130H Hercules? Today we sit down for part 2 of our interview with Major Dan Conway, a fixed-wing SAR pilot with over 4000 hours of experience. We'll talk about all these topics as well as the future of fixed-wing SAR with the CC-295 Kingfisher.
2025-06-241h 06The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 58: The Seeker: Fixed Wing Search and Rescue and flying the CC-115 Buffalo and CC-130H Hercules Part 1 - Dan ConwayWhat is it like to attend RMC and go through flight training in the RCAF? Why was the CC-115 Buffalo in Comox a desirable posting even with the airplane entering its sunset years? Major Dan Conway is the current Deputy Commanding Officer (DCO) of 413 Transport and Rescue Squadron in Greenwood NS, and soon to be the DCO of 3CFFTS in Portage la Prairie, MB. He has over 4000 flying hours including lots of fixed-wing SAR on the CC-115 Buffalo and the CC-130H Hercules. Today we sit down with Dan to talk about his early days in RMC and going...
2025-06-1759 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 57: The Culture: The Evolution of Culture in the Canadian Armed Forces and flying the CH-146 Griffon Part 3 - Jeannot BoucherWhat does it take to take on the responsibility of being the Chief of Staff Chief Professional Conduct and Culture (COS CPCC) in the wake of the larger culture change effort that the Canadian Armed Forces has pursued over the last 10 or more years? Why is culture change necessary, and what does it even mean within the context of the military? Major-General Jeannot Boucher is a helicopter pilot with over 3000 flight hours. He has the experience at the tactical and command level to understand what it means to operate, but also has dedicated himself to learning about our culture...
2025-06-101h 04The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 56: The Culture: The Evolution of Culture in the Canadian Armed Forces and flying the CH-146 Griffon Part 2 - Jeannot BoucherWhat does it feel like to deploy as the Commander of Task Force Jerusalem in support of OP PROTEUS in the West Bank? What does it take to take over various commands in the Tactical Helicopter force? What goes into developing a defence policy update like "Our North Strong and Free" (ONSAF)? Today we sit down for part 2 of our chat with Major-General Jeannot Boucher, an experienced helicopter pilot with over 3000 flight hours and the current Chief of Staff Chief Professional Conduct and Culture (COS CPCC). We'll talk about his early command roles and his work with OP PROTEUS...
2025-06-0350 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 55: The Culture: The Evolution of Culture in the Canadian Armed Forces and flying the CH-146 Griffon Part 1 - Jeannot BoucherWhat was it like to deploy to Afghanistan as the Deputy Commanding Officer of Canadian Helicopter Forces in Afghanistan (CHFA)? What was the Tactical Helicopter role in Afghanistan at the time and how violent was it in 2009? Today we sit down with Major-General Jeannot Boucher, Chief of Staff Chief Professional Conduct and Culture (COS CPCC). Jeannot has over 3000 flying hours, and has definitely been there and done that. Tune in today for part 1 of our 3 part discussion on his career and culture change in the Canadian Armed Forces.
2025-05-2757 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 54: The Jet Jockey: Supersonic Stories: Flying the CF-188 Hornet in the Cold War Part 2 - Dan "Alf" McWilliamsWhat was it like to be one of the first cadres to fly the might CF-188 Hornet? What did it feel like to operate in Europe on the edge of the Iron Curtain during the Cold War? What was it like to deploy in support of the Gulf War? Dan "Alf" McWilliams is a retired RCAF Fighter pilot who operated during the Cold War. Today we sit down and talk about his operational life and focus on some stories from his book, "Supersonic Stories". Dan's books can be here:Tutor TalesSupersonic Stories
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Top Mejores Libros RomanticosDestinada a mi gran cuñado Capítulo 1 | Sophia y Bryan Morrison | Hombre Lobo📖🔥 Destinada a mi gran cuñado 🔥📖📎 Leer el libro completo: https://reurl.cc/QYOMv9✒️Autor: Stealin' Time🔑 Palabras clave: Hombre Lobo, 18+, Moderno, Traición, Venganza, CEO, Alfa, Dominante, Amor Prohibido, Fated mates😘 Sinopsis:Su vida era perfecta hasta que conoció al hermano mayor de su novio. Había una regla en la manada Night Shade: si el Alfa rechazaba a su pareja, perdería su posición. Y la vida de Sophia estaba relacionada con esa ley, pues era una Omega que salía con el hermano menor del Alfa.Bryan Morrison, el Alf...
2025-05-1610 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 53: The Jet Jockey: Tutor Tales: Flying and instructing on the CT-114 Tutor Part 1 - Dan "Alf" McWilliamsWhat was it like to live in Germany on a NATO base during the Cold War as a teenager? What does it feel like to follow in your dad's footsteps and achieve your dreams to become a jet pilot? What was it like to instruct at "The Big 2" Moose Jaw when there could be up to 30 CT-114 Tutors flying at once? Today we sit down with Cold War fighter pilot Dan "Alf" McWilliams. Dan has a ton of fighter and instructional experience and is a wealth of knowledge and interesting stories. Today's interview will partly focus on some stories...
2025-05-131h 12The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 52: The Commander: Commanding the RCAF and flying the CF-188 Hornet Part 2 - Eric KennyWhat is it like to command the RCAF? What is the RCAF good at, and what needs fixing? Who are our potential main adversaries and why? What challenges will we face as we pursue modernization? Have US politics (as of recording mid-March) affected our strategies with the F35 and other acquisitions? What does the future hold for the RCAF? We will talk about all of this and much more, plus questions from the audience in this interview with Lieutenant-General Eric Kenny, Commander of the RCAF. Tune in today!
2025-05-061h 10The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 51: The Commander: Commanding the RCAF and flying the CF-188 Hornet Part 1 - Eric KennyWhat does it take to complete Canada's "Top Gun", the Fighter Weapons Instructor Course? What is it like to deploy to Bosnia or take part in the bombing campaign in Kosovo with real air-to-air and ground-to-air threats? What does it take to coordinate strikes in Afghanistan? How are we shifting from a counter-insurgency to peer-to-peer warfighting mentality? Today we have Lieutenant-General Eric Kenny, Commander of the RCAF on the show to discuss all these things and much more. Eric has 2900 flying hours, 2200 of which are on the CF-188 Hornet. He has been there and done that at the pointy...
2025-04-291h 01The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 50: The Inferno: Aerial Firefighting in the Palisades Fires in California and flying the Canadair CL-415 Part 2 - Pascal DuclosWhat did it take to get the Pasisade Fires under control in LA County, California in the winter of 2025? How does aerial firefighting compare in Quebec and California? In this final part of our 2 part series on aerial firefighting, we sit down once again with aerial firefighter Pascal Duclos. Pascal has been fighting fires across Canada and the United States for many years, but this year he encountered conditions he had never previously seen. Tune in today to hear about bringing the LA County fires under control, as well as comparing firefighting in California and Quebec!
2025-04-2251 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 49: The Inferno: Aerial Firefighting in the Palisades Fires in California and flying the Canadair CL-415 Part 1 - Pascal DuclosWhat was it like to deploy to Los Angeles and fight the infamous fires of the winter of 2025? What does it take to hit the fires with precision every time? How difficult is it to scoop from a heavy sea state on the ocean, or from tight quarters in a California reservoir? In this episode we sit down with aerial firefighter Pascal Duclos. Pascal has been fighting fires across Canada and the United States for many years, but this year he encountered conditions he had never previously seen. Tune in today to hear about what it takes to be...
2025-04-151h 02The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 48: The Div Commander: Commanding 1 Canadian Air Division as it prepares for the future and flying the CH-146 Griffon and CH-147 Chinook Part 3 - Chris McKennaWhat modernization projects and new aircraft is the RCAF getting? Why does the RCAF need a warfighting focus moving forward? Major-General Chris McKenna has over 2600 flying hours and is currently the Commander of 1 Canadian Air Division, or 1 CAD. In this episode we'll talk about the exciting new modernization projects and aircraft that are coming online in the near future (or are already here) like the MQ9B SkyGuardian and the CF35A Lightning, as well as the new focus on warfighting for the RCAF, with a particular focus on lethality, interoperability, and survivability. Finally, we'll take some questions from...
2025-04-081h 20The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 47: The Div Commander: Commanding 1 Canadian Air Division as it prepares for the future and flying the CH-146 Griffon and CH-147 Chinook Part 2 - Chris McKennaWhat is it like to deploy as the Task Force Commander for a violent mission in Mali? What difficulties does working with the UN bring? What is it like to be the Commander of 1 Canadian Air Division, or 1 CAD, and have 5 different official jobs? What modernization projects and new aircraft is the RCAF getting? Major-General Chris McKenna has over 2600 flying hours and is currently the Commander of 1 CAD. In this episode we'll talk about his time in Mali, his time as the Commander of 1 Wing and his current position as Commander 1 CAD. We'll also begin our talk about the...
2025-04-011h 04The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 46: The Div Commander: Commanding 1 Canadian Air Division as it prepares for the future and flying the CH-146 Griffon and CH-147 Chinook Part 1 - Chris McKennaWhat is it like to deploy to Kandahar City, Afghanistan with JTF2 as a young officer in the RCAF? What about to return flying the CH-147D Chinook? Major-General Chris McKenna has over 2600 flying hours and is currently the Commander of 1 Canadian Air Division, or 1 CAD. In this episode we'll talk about his early flight training, his deployments to Afghanistan, as well as his time as the Commanding Officer of 450 Tactical Helicopter Squadron flying the CH-147F Chinook. Tune in today!
2025-03-251h 08The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 45: The Merge: Changes to the podcast, air-to-air photography, and aviation publishing Part 2 - Mike ReynoWhat is it like to survive a mid-air collision with the Snowbirds? What does it feel like to join an Aurora crew on operations in the Mediterranean Sea for Op Sharp Guard? What does it take to make the jump from publisher to having an aviation podcast network? Today, we sit down with renowned air-to-air photographer and publisher Mike Reyno to discuss his many adventures and experiences in air-to-air photography and beyond.
2025-03-181h 01The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 44: The Merge: Changes to the podcast, air-to-air photography, and aviation publishing Part 1 - Mike ReynoTune in to this episode for an exciting announcement about the podcast! Following that, we will sit down with renowned air-to-air photographer and publisher Mike Reyno. What is it like to work extensively with the RCAF conducting air-to-air photography with every Squadron in the RCAF? What does it take to get the perfect shot - and what gets you noticed by a publisher? We will talk about this and much more on today's episode of The Pilot Project Podcast.
2025-03-0454 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 43: The Service Couple: Being an RCAF aircrew service couple and flying in the CH-149 Cormorant and the CP-140M Aurora - Paul and McKayla GoddardWhat is it like to be an RCAF aircrew service couple? Paul is a CH-149 Cormorant pilot and McKayla is a retired ACSO who flew on the CP-140M Aurora. Hear all about their experience as a service couple from dating at RMC to the trials of being unmarried and long-distance, to finally the ups and downs of being a married service couple in two busy trades. Join us today on The Pilot Project Podcast to hear all about their story!
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The Comic CrusadeEpisode 239 - New X-Men by Grant MorrisonGrant Morrison X-men nuff saidSend us mail to read during the show.
2025-02-121h 23The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 42: The Wing Commander: Commanding 15 Wing Moose Jaw and flying the CH-146 Griffon Part 2 - Dan CouttsWhat is it like to be in charge of the one of Canada's largest pilot training bases? What does the future hold for pilot training in Canada, and what are we doing now to ensure our pilots are the best of the best? Colonel Dan Coutts is the current Wing Commander of 15 Wing Moose Jaw. In part 2 of our chat with him, we will discuss current and future plans for pilot flight training in Moose Jaw, we'll talk about why he continues to pursue flight even at the rank of Colonel, and we'll go into some questions from you...
2025-02-041h 07The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 41: The Wing Commander: Commanding 15 Wing Moose Jaw and flying the CH-146 Griffon Part 1 - Dan CouttsWhat is it like to fly the CH-146 Griffon for 427 Squadron as it transitioned from a normal Tac Hel Squadron to being part of CANSOFCOM? What about flying in Bosnia, or being Special Operations Support in Afghanistan? How do you take 400 Reserve Tactical Helicopter Squadron and help prepare them for high readiness status? Colonel Dan Coutts is the current Wing Commander of 15 Wing Moose Jaw. In part 1 of our chat with him, we will discuss his early flying days, some of his deployments, as well as some of his leadership opportunities that prepared him leading up to his time...
2025-01-211h 02The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 40: The Knight: The Fighter Force and the CF-188 Hornet - FredWhat is it like to fly a CF-188 Hornet? What does it feel like to break the sound barrier? How do our pilots stack up against friendly partners in exercises? How physically demanding is flying a fighter? Today we sit down for a chat with Fred "Penguin" Roy to talk all things CF-18. Fred is a former Reg Force fighter pilot who now flies as an airline pilot for Air Transat, while still flying the CF-18 as a pilot in the Reserve Force.
2025-01-071h 04The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 39: The Holiday: Deploying at Christmas on the CC-130J Super Hercules - Mike BWhat is it like to deploy away from your loved ones at Christmas? In this special Christmas episode, we'll dive into what it feels like to experience what thousands of CAF members have felt before - being half a world away from family and friends at Christmas. In this episode, we'll talk with Mike Behring, a CC-130J Super Hercules pilot as well as a recently qualified test pilot in the RCAF about his experiences deploying as an Aircraft Captain in support of Operation IMPACT in the Middle East during the holidays. Merry Christmas from us to you!
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Zone 1150 - InterviewsJamie Morrison - December 3, 2024We talk to Texas A&M Volleyball Coach Jamie Morrison about the team's berth in the NCAA Tournament as a 6-seed. They take on Colorado State Friday evening.
2024-12-0308 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 38: The Operator: Changing from SOF to Pilot - BenWhat is it like to be a member of the elite force known as CJIRU? Why switch from Special Operations Forces Operator to Pilot? What challenges and opportunities do the trades have in common, and what useful traits overlap? Tune in this week as we chat with Ben, a former Special Operations Forces Operator who switched to the pilot trade, currently undergoing pilot training. We'll talk about what has been easy, what has been a challenge, and whether or not there is a large culture shock in switching between these diverse trades.
2024-12-0340 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 37: The Veteran: Remembrance Day and a Career to Remember Part 2 - DuncanWhat was it like to fly the legendary CP-121 Tracker, or the mighty CP-140 Aurora when it was a new aircraft? Duncan MacIsaac served for 27 years in the Regular Force and another 8 in the Reserves. He has flown many aircraft types in the RCAF, and has a ton of experience to share. Part 2 of our 2 part Remembrance Day episode will feature Duncan's time instructing on Sea Kings, flying the Tracker, and flying the Aurora. We'll also chat about his transition to civilian life, his work with the legion, and his work supporting the veteran community.
2024-11-191h 04The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 36: The Veteran: Remembrance Day and a Career to Remember Part 1 - DuncanWhat was it like to go through Moose Jaw in the 1970s? To fly the Sea King? To fly the legendary Tracker, or the mighty Aurora when it was a new aircraft? Duncan MacIsaac served for 27 years in the Regular Force and another 8 in the Reserves. He has flown many aircraft types in the RCAF, and has a ton of experience to share. Part 1 will feature Duncan's time in training and on the Sea King, as well as a discussion around loss and Remembrance Day.A video made to celebrate Duncan's career can be found here:...
2024-11-0549 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 35: The Selection: The Canadian Forces Aircrew Selection Test Part 2 - DaveAll RCAF pilots must pass through the Canadian Forces Aircrew Selection Centre (CFASC) - but what does it take to make it through? We sat down with Dave Chamberlin, former CO of CFASC, to find out exactly that - and much more! Today we'll discuss questions that you the audience asked as well as some FAQs they hear fairly often at CFASC. Join us today for part 2 of our 2 part series on Aircrew Selection!Links:https://www.canada.ca/en/air-force/services/training-education/canadian-forces-aircrew-selection-centre/joining-instructions.html
2024-10-2250 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 34: The Selection: The Canadian Forces Aircrew Selection Test Part 1 - DaveAll RCAF pilots must pass through the Canadian Forces Aircrew Selection Centre (CFASC) - but what does it take to make it through? We sat down with Dave Chamberlin, former CO of CFASC, to find out exactly that - and much more! Dave has a multitude of experience, having flown and taught on the CT-155 Hawk and the CF-188 Hornet, as well as the CC-130J Hercules. Join us today for part 1 of our 2 part series on Aircrew Selection!Links:https://www.canada.ca/en/air-force/services/training-education/canadian-forces-aircrew-selection-centre/joining-instructions.html
2024-10-0855 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 33: The Leader: Part 2 - Developing Coaching Leaders in the RCAF- Scott CHow can a pilot strive to be a better leader both in the cockpit and on the ground? What is the RCAF doing well for leadership, and what do they need to work on? Today for part 2 of this interview we'll sit down with MGen(Ret) Scott Clancy and talk about some of the successes and challenges Scott faced as a leader, what challenges the RCAF faces in terms of leadership, and how we can develop pilots who lead. Scott served for 37 years in the RCAF and flew the CH-135 Twin Huey and the CH-146 Griffon. He held numerous...
2024-09-2457 min
Check-In with BryanAdvocacy, GLAAD, and LGBTQ+ Travel, in NYC, with 3x Emmy Award Winner Tony MorrisonIn this episode of Check-In with Bryan and Jeremy, we sit down with Tony Morrison, an inspiring advocate who shares his journey through the lens of the LGBTQ+ community. From his impactful work with GLAAD to his personal travel experiences as a proud LGBTQ+ traveler, Tony opens up about the challenges and triumphs of navigating the world while fostering inclusivity and understanding. Join us as we explore his story and the importance of representation in both the media and the travel industry.Explore more at: https://destinationsbyreliance.com/check-in-podcast/
2024-09-231h 06The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 32: The Leader: Part 1 - Developing Coaching Leaders in the RCAF- Scott CWhat does it take to be a leader in the RCAF? How does that translate to being a good pilot? What is the difference between coaching and leading, and how can we utilize both skillsets? Today we'll sit down with MGen(Ret) Scott Clancy and talk all things leadership as well as his book "Developing Coaching Leaders". Scott served for 37 years in the RCAF and flew the CH-135 Twin Huey and the CH-146 Griffon. He held numerous leadership positions including the Commander of 1 Wing and its 7 Squadrons, as well as Director of Operations for NORAD.
2024-09-1047 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 31: The Cormorant Trophy: Conducting a Rescue in the CH-146 Griffon- PaulaA plane is down. Help is needed. You get the call. What is it like to know that seconds count? What happens when you're fuel critical and have a patient that needs to get to a hospital? What does it take to earn the coveted Cormorant Trophy? Paula Findlater is a Search and Rescue pilot in the RCAF. She has over 1000 hours on the CH-146 Griffon flying with 439 Combat Support Squadron in Bagotville, Quebec. We'll sit down and hear about the day her crew earned the Cormorant Trophy on this latest episode of The Pilot Project Podcast.
2024-08-2756 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 30: The Watcher: Afghanistan Stories and The IAI Heron - CarsonWhat is it like to take overwatch on Canadian troops on patrol in Afghanistan? What was it like when Kandahar Airfield came under attack? What is the future of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) in Canada? In this episode, we sit down with Carson Choy, an Air Combat Systems Officer who flies on the CP-140M Aurora. Carson did two tours in Afghanistan flying the IAI Heron, one with the RCAF and one on exchange with the RAAF. We'll learn about all these things and more in this episode of The Pilot Project Podcast.
2024-08-1336 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 29: The Student: Part 2 - Life on Phase III Mult-Engine and the C-90B King Air - ScottWhat is it like to train on the C90B King Air in the RCAF? How has the Phase III Multi-Engine course changed recently? What is it like to take to the skies in a King Air - without your instructor? In this episode we check back in with Scott Harding, recently winged graduate of the RCAF Phase III Multi-Engine course. This is a continuation of episode 15 when we first checked in with Scott on Phase I. Come enjoy some tales of adventure and growth in this latest episode of The Pilot Project Podcast!
2024-07-3043 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 28: The Phoenix - From the Ashes to the Airwaves, the return of the show! - Bryan and MelissaWhere has the show been? What's been happening with Bryan's career and mental health? What will the show look like moving forward? We'll answer all these questions and have some fun along the way in this week's episode of The Pilot Project Podcast!
2024-07-1619 min
Curiosity InvitedEpisode 56 - Rod MorrisonRod Morrison is a 4th generation Wyoming Farmer with deep roots in the organic food movement. Rod speaks powerfully and convincingly about moving farming from its current corporate and industrial approach toward a more local and sustainable approach. His experience with the political and financial forces that have pushed the planet's food policies toward an unsustainable future, has turned Rod into a powerful advocate for an approach to an economic system that centers value around the value of food calories, perhaps the most important value for all life on the planet. Rod's thinking evokes comparisons to Wendell Ber...
2024-04-3055 minThe Pilot Project PodcastIn-Flight Announcement: A short pauseHey everyone! We'll be taking a short pause in releasing episodes while we deal with some circumstances outside of our control. Rest assured we will be back up and running ASAP with the same great content you expect from us! Cheers!
2023-12-0501 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 27: The Guardian: Helicopter Search and Rescue in the RCAF and the CH-149 Cormorant - PaulWhat is it like to help save a life? What does it take to hoist a SARTech onto a ship in rough seas, at night, in a storm? Why is it so important to treat aviation like a team sport?Paul has flown search and rescue out of Goose Bay, Labrador and Greenwood, Nova Scotia. He has conducted many rescues and SAR missions, and has had to learn some tough lessons along the line. Now, he's learning to instruct helicopter pilots to get their wings at 3CFFTS in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba. You can't save...
2023-11-211h 03The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 26: Remembrance Day: Tactical Airlift and the CC-130H, Remembering the Fallen - Mike HWhat is it like to airdrop cargo into a Forward Operating Base in the middle of a firefight? How does it feel to find out you're going to an active warzone? What is it like to regularly be exposed to rocket attacks? What's it like to attend dozens of repatriation ceremonies?For Mike, all these things became part of normal life as he went through his 7 tours in Afghanistan. Mike has flown cargo all around the world, has instructed students (including me!) to get their wings in the RCAF, and taught instructors how to do their jobs...
2023-11-0749 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 25: The Advance Party: Flying with the Snowbirds, Ejecting from the CT-114 Tutor, and Remembering Jenn Casey - RichWhat do the Advance and Safety Pilots do for the Snowbirds? What is the tryout process like? What does it feel like to eject, and how do you come back from the tragedy of losing a friend and teammate?Rich Macdougall has flown NORAD and air refueling missions around the globe as a Tanker Commander on the CC-130H Hercules. Later, after instructing on the CT-156 Harvard II, he decided to give his lifelong dream a shot and became a member of the Snowbirds. However, during Op Inspiration in 2020, tragedy struck as Rich took off f...
2023-10-2456 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 24: The Deployment: Afghanistan Stories - GregWhat was it like to deploy with the Canadian Helicopter Force Afghanistan (CHFA)? What is it like when your door gunners engage the enemy, or to be shot at while flying in a firefight? What do you do when your helicopter gets shot up and you still have to make it to a safe place to land? Greg has been a Tac Hel instructor, and deployed early in his career to fight in Afghanistan with CHFA; flying nearly 600 combat hours in many sorties. Greg will share his adventures and his struggles in Afghanistan plus much mo...
2023-10-101h 16The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 23: Military Family Appreciation Day: Spouse Perspectives - Melissa, Janet, McKayla, LyndsayDid you know the third Friday of every September is Military Family Appreciation Day? What is it like to be a spouse or partner with someone in the RCAF? What are the challenges? What are the things that make it great? What advice would a spouse give to a new pilot to help them have a successful family life?What is it like if your new husband deploys? What about when you have a newborn, or you're pregnant? We will explore all these challenges and more as we sit down with 4 spouses to hear...
2023-09-261h 39
Purpose Under PressureLisa Morrison: Paving a Path for When I'm Gone...On PurposeLisa Morrison has three kids with special needs. While other parents expect a future where their kids are self-supporting, Lisa knows that can't always be the case. The pressure? Life is not forever. What happens when she is gone?In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure, Lisa Morrison shares her vision for Integrated Communities, Inc. and her mission of blazing a trail toward a future of inclusive and supportive living for all people. Purpose Under Pressure is brought to in partnership with The Ruby Group Sandler Sales Training in Akron/Columbus Ohio and Jacksonville Florida.
2023-09-1928 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 22: Remembering September 11, 2001: Canadian perspectives - Rob, Shelley, BertThis week on The Pilot Project Podcast, we’ll explore the events surrounding September 11 as viewed through the eyes of three air traffic controllers who were on duty on or following that day. Each provides a unique perspective.What was it like for a Canadian military controller working in New York at the time? What about a civilian controller working in Gander, a town of 9000 that took on 6000 stranded passengers? How did an isolated NORAD detachment in Inuvik respond to the changing situation?We will hear these stories and more in this week’s episode of T...
2023-09-121h 17The Pilot Project PodcastSnowbirds: The Unexpected Path: From Flying Instructor to Snowbird to SAR - Blake McNaughtonAfter beginning pilot training with his sights set on fighters, Blake McNaughton's career took a series of unexpected turns that ultimately led him to become a flying instructor, a Snowbird, and eventually a search and rescue pilot.In this episode, Blake shares lessons from thousands of hours teaching on the CT-156 Harvard and CT-155 Hawk, the demanding process of earning a spot on the Snowbirds, and the realities of performing in one of Canada's most recognizable aviation teams. He also reflects on setbacks, mentorship, leadership, and what it was like to return to pilot training years later...
2023-08-291h 02The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 20: The Recruiter: Everything you want to know about joining the RCAF as a Pilot - PaulWhat are the paths you can take to join the RCAF as a pilot? How much time will you have to serve? What are the eyesight requirements for a pilot? What can you do to make yourself an attractive applicant? Paul has flown the CP-140M Aurora and most recently been posted to Canadian Forces Recruiting Group in Borden, Ontario. There he became extremely well-versed in the ins and outs of recruiting; and gained a passion for helping applicants to succeed.Paul will talk about his advice for successfully joining the RCAF as a pilot, answer the...
2023-08-1559 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 19: The Sailor: Maritime Helicopter and the CH-148 Cyclone - CoreyWhat does it take to land a helicopter on a pitching ship deck at night in bad weather? How do you come back from tragedy and the loss of good friends? Corey has flown the Cyclone around the world from the decks of Royal Canadian Naval ships. He also instructs the helicopter course at 3CFFTS in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba. Corey will talk about his experiences flying the Cyclone and his journey to recovery after the Stalker 22 crash. He’ll talk about why growth happens on those dark and stormy nights when your NVGs fail and much mor...
2023-08-011h 07The Pilot Project PodcastLong Range Patrol: The Hunter: Long Range Patrol and the CP-140M Aurora - Davis ClarkDavis Clark joins us to share what it's like to fly the CP-140 Aurora, one of the Royal Canadian Air Force's most versatile aircraft. A longtime Aurora pilot, instructor, and multiple-time Op IMPACT veteran, Davis discusses his path into military aviation, overcoming challenges during flight training, and why he chose the Long Range Patrol community. The conversation explores the Aurora's diverse missions, including anti-submarine warfare, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, search and rescue, counter-narcotics operations, and Arctic sovereignty patrols. Davis also provides an inside look at Aurora training, crew upgrades, deployments over Iraq and Syria, and the realities o...
2023-07-181h 03The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 17: The Freeze: Everything you want to know about the DEO Pilot Hiring Freeze - JohnThe RCAF has frozen the hiring process for direct entry officer (DEO) applicants. Why are they doing this? What does it mean? How long will it last? We'll sit down with Brigadier General John Alexander, commander of 2 Canadian Air Division to answer all these questions and more. John has flown several helicopters around the world including a stint flying the Puma with the RAF. He has deployed in many theatres and is now in command of 2 CAD which handles all training and education in the RCAF. He'll answer a ton of questions asked by you, the audience, and the...
2023-07-0441 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 16: The Hauler: Air Mobility, Tactical Airlift, and the CC-130J Super Hercules - SkyeWhat is it like to fly Canada’s tactical airlift fleet? How about showing up as the fleet’s only female pilot (at the time)? How does it feel to land by an active volcano, or to explore the globe on one of Canada’s busiest fleets?After flying all around the world as well as instructing on the CC-130J Super Hercules, Skye has been there, done that, and thrived in the RCAF. Skye will talk about why a stick of gum and a whole lot of knowledge can get you out of almost any sit...
2023-06-201h 11The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 15: The Student: Part 1 - Life on Phase I and the Grob G-120A – ScottWhat does it take to switch from a different trade to pilot, and what is the process? What does it feel like to be in flight training in the RCAF right NOW?After extensive experience as an Air Combat Systems Officer (ACSO) Scott decided to join the good guys and be a pilot. He just finished a shortened Phase I course and has began his training in Phase II. In this episode we check in with him to hear his experiences as an ACSO on the Alpha Jet, doing electronic warfare, and what it’s like to be...
2023-06-0652 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 14: The Support: Combat Support, the CH-146 Griffon and Thomas “Toast” McQueen – VicImagine you are on a training flight and you get a call that there has been a crash. As Combat Support, you respond to the scene to find the worst - the pilot has not survived. After a long day of recovering remains and securing the crash, you find out the person who died was one of your best friends. What would you do? How do you recover? Vic will tell us about this experience firsthand.Vic was featured in our episode about Phase III Helicopter Training, and while that episode is not 'required listening' before checking...
2023-05-231h 08The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 13: The Cost: My journey with PTSD, anxiety, and mental health in the RCAF - Bryan and MelissaWhat happens if you have mental health issues as a pilot in the RCAF? What does it look like to navigate that system? Is there a large stigma against coming forward?For this special Mental Health Awareness Month episode, Bryan will sit in the guest seat and his wife Melissa will take a turn interviewing. Bryan has flown around the world in the CP-140M Aurora, but the missions that left their mark indelibly ended up being in Iraq against ISIS. Bryan will talk about his journey from good health to a mental health in...
2023-05-0947 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 12: The Heavy: Air Mobility, Strategic Airlift and the CC-177 Globemaster III - JohnWhat is it like to fly Canada’s largest aircraft? What was it like to be part of the evacuation of Afghanistan? How can you make sure your failures become learning experiences instead of stumbling blocks?After flying all around the world in the C17 and now instructing on the Phase III multi-engine course at 3CFFTS, John knows what it takes to succeed as a pilot in the RCAF. John talks about his adventures around the world in the C17, but he’ll also talk about why he believes it is critical to take ownership of yo...
2023-04-251h 08The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 11: The Tanker: Air Mobility, Air-to-Air Refuelling and the CC-150 Polaris - JeffWhat is it like to refuel a fighter over Iraq? What about going straight to one of the largest aircraft in the RCAF from a small twin engine turboprop? How can chair flying change the way you train, and how do you do it properly? Jeff will tell us all these things and many more. Jeff walked into the RCAF with zero flight experience. Now, Jeff has flown all over the world in the CC-150 Polaris. He has immense experience and is now a qualified multi-engine instructor at 3 Canadian Forces Flight Training School. Jeff will talk about what...
2023-04-111h 12The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 10: The Wait: Training Delays and how we'll fix them - Colin and MortyWhat are the wait times like in the RCAF pilot training system? Are they long? What is being done to make them shorter? We'll answer these questions and many more, largely sourced from you, our fans! In this special episode we sit down with Lieutenant-Colonel Colin Peek and Colonel Chris "Morty" Morrison to chat about training delays as well as some of the future plans for pilot training in the RCAF.Colin flew the CH-124 Sea King, and Morty flew the CH-146 Griffon. Both have extensive experience as pilots, leaders, and as commanding officers. Now both are inv...
2023-03-281h 09The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 9: The Valkyrie: Tac Hel, Mali, and the CH-147F Chinook - JackieOn January 20th, 2019 Al-Qaeda forces conducted a complex attack on a FOB in Aguelhok, Mali which left several UN peacekeepers dead and others wounded and in desperate need of Medevac. That's where Jackie and her crew stepped up. Hear the story for the first time ever, now.What is it like to fly the largest helicopter in the RCAF? Jackie has flown the CH-147F Chinook all over Canada and Mali, and now instructs new pilots on the Chinook.She'll talk about flying the Chinook as well as the tools she developed to go from fa...
2023-03-141h 10The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 8: The Explorer: Arctic flying and the CC-138 Twin Otter - RyanWhat is it like to fly over the Arctic in a twin engine aircraft? How do you succeed in competitive flight training as a group and an individual? Ryan talks about his experience flying the CC-138 Twin Otter out of Yellowknife. Ryan flew the Twin Otter all over the Arctic (and Antarctic!), and currently instructs at 3 Canadian Forces Flight Training School in Portage la Prairie, MB. He has also had some civilian experience at West Jet before returning to the RCAF during the uncertainties of Covid.Ryan talks about flying the CC-138 Twin Otter as we...
2023-02-281h 08The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 7: The Grunt: Tac Hel and the CH-146 Griffon - PeteWhat is it like to fly at 15 feet over the deserts of Iraq? How about aiding in disaster relief when the fires struck Fort McMurray? Pete shares his experiences flying tac hel and talks about the importance of maintaining joy in flying and going to work. He’ll talk about why that’s essential to his success as a pilot.Pete has flown the Bell CH-146 Griffon in Canada and Iraq, and currently instructs at 3 Canadian Forces Flight Training School in Portage la Prairie, MB. He’s been a high school teacher and had many other occupations before jo...
2023-02-1442 min
The SeconDairy PodcastEpisode 46: Mr. Bryan Morrison; Episode 2: Blue Pride Edition.Bryan Morrison is a physical education teacher from Fairless High School who has been the head boys basket ball coach since 2018. Mr. Morrison is an Alum from Smithville High School in Smithville, Ohio and he received his bachelors of science in education from Ashland University in Ashland, Ohio.
2023-02-131h 55The Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 6: The Teacher: Part 5 - Phase III Fast Jet Training and the CT-155 Hawk - JulesWhat does it take to make it in the intense world of fast jet flight training in Moose Jaw? What does courage and honesty have to do with excelling in flight, and staying alive? Jules shares some tips for crushing it while in Phase III Hawk training and why it’s important to be honest about your faults and work to improve them.Jules has flown a myriad of aircraft and has a whopping 6800 flight hours, with about 3200 of that being instructional. He instructs on the Phase III Hawk course in Moose Jaw, and is currently the Dep...
2023-01-3147 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 5: The Teacher: Part 4 - Phase III Multi-Engine Training and the C90B King Air - DanWhat does it take to excel in Phase III multi-engine flight training in Portage la Prairie? How can you stay positive even when you don’t get the job you hoped for? Dan shares some tips for excelling while in Phase III Multi-Engine training and loving life in the RCAF no matter where it takes you.Dan flew search and rescue missions out of Comox BC on the CC-115 Buffalo. He instructed on the Phase III Multi-Engine Flight Training course in Portage la Prairie, eventually achieving A category, standards, instrument check pilot, and more. Dan is extremely know...
2023-01-1756 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 4: The Teacher: Part 3 - Phase III Helicopter Flight Training and the Bell 206 and Bell 412 - VicWhat does it take to make it through Phase III Helicopter flight training in the RCAF? Phase III Helo instructor Vic Weston shares his experiences with us and talks about what he thinks makes a great helicopter pilot. Vic flew as a Bell 412 pilot in Combat Support role in Cold Lake, Alberta as well as in Goose Bay, Labrador. He now teaches at 3 Canadian Forces Flight Training School.Vic will talk about his passion for flying, why he loves to teach and what he thinks it takes to thrive in your flying career and life!...
2023-01-0341 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 3: A Very Special Deployed Christmas Episode: Afghanistan, Haiti, Iraq, and home - Greg, Rob, Mom, and JackWhat is it like to be deployed at Christmas? How do CAF members stay positive when they are away from family? Do they get Christmas dinner in the desert? We’ll answer these questions and more by talking with 3 CAF members who've been away for Christmas and one family member who's waited at home in this special Christmas episode.Deploying through birthdays, anniversaries, and holidays is part of being in the CAF. Today, we’ll hear stories from Greg Juurlink, Rob Truscott, Jack Wesselo, about what it was like to be deployed for the holidays, and how they...
2022-12-2040 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 2: The Teacher: Part 2 - Phase II Flight Training and the CT-156 Harvard II - LaurenWhat does it take to make it through Phase II Flight Training at Moose Jaw? What is it like to fly into Baghdad in a C-17? How do you takeoff in formation and stay safe in the clouds?Lauren has flown all over the world in the RCAF’s largest aircraft, the CC-177 Globemaster (C-17). She has also instructed in Moose Jaw as both a military flight instructor on the Harvard and as a civilian on the simulator. Lauren is intimately familiar with what it takes not just to make it through, but to crush Phase II and t...
2022-12-0648 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 1: The Teacher: Part 1 - Phase I Flight Training and the G120A Grob - DawnIs Phase I a weeding out process? What does it take to pass? After taking part in over 60 rescues, instructing on the Phase III helicopter course and being the Phase I Grob Flight Commander, Dawn knows what it takes to be successful, take responsibility for your success and to make sure you stay balanced and healthy while you strive for it.Dawn talks about how wellness can help you navigate difficult situations so you shine in both the good and the hard times you encounter. She’ll also focus on how mindfulness and ensuring you’re read...
2022-11-2242 minThe Pilot Project PodcastEpisode 0: The Pilot Episode - Trailer and Introduction - BryanThis is the trailer/introductory episode for The Pilot Project Podcast. In this podcast, Bryan introduces himself and talks about what inspired him to get into aviation, how his career has progressed, and what experience he has. The episode also lays out the goals of the podcast and teases the next episode!Royal Canadian Air Cadet website (How Bryan got his start):https://aircadetleague.com/The London International Airshow (Bryan's childhood favourite airshow)https://airshowlondon.com/
2022-11-1506 min
Bourbon With FriendsTour Of Scotland - Morrison DistillersSend us a textIn this episode of Bourbon With Friends. The team is in Scotland at stop #1 of their 2022 Tour of Scotland. We sit down with Maree and Graham of Morrison Distillers. We had a great time discussing Whisky and enjoying their amazing hospitality! In 2017, Morrison started distilling a new single malt in Aberargie, Perthshire. Aptly named Aberargie Distillery, it is located on our family’s 300 acre farm just outside of Perth. This Lowlands distillery is a “barley to bottle” operation set up to produce a rich, fruity and waxy style of whisky w...
2022-10-211h 00
Sweat It OutHow To Reinvent Yourself | Jay Morrison#221 – On today’s episode, Anthony & Bryan are joined by successful Entrepreneur, Real Estate developer, Author, TV Personality and social activist, Jay Morrison. Jay is the CEO and founder of the Jay Morrison Brand and the Jay Morrison Academy, an online Business School and mentorship program.
Jay shares his story of how he started being a high school dropout, an at risk youth and three time felon to then embarking in a major life transformation for the better over a decade ago that not only made him a millionaire before the age of 30 but also propelled him into the...
2022-03-0151 min
On to Something with Bryan FenleyFormer NBA player and Gonzaga Bulldog Adam Morrison has a new platform to express himselfAdam Morrison has always had a lot to say. His new podcast The Perimeter with Adam Morrison is now giving him the outlet to speak what's on his mind. He's out to set the record straight and strike up honest conversations about his reputation as a basketball player. This new venture also allows him to discredit old narratives about him. He speaks with Fox Sports Radio national anchor Bryan Fenley about finding his voice through the media, coaching his kids, vacationing in Idaho, golfing, and the classy sportsmanship from UCLA's Ryan Hollins and Arron Afflalo af...
2021-05-2612 min
Summit For Wellness Podcast136- Ways to Improve Your Pelvic Floor with Dr. April MorrisonDr. April Morrison teaches how to improve the function of your pelvic floor.
2020-11-1932 minThe Comic CrusadeEpisode 25 - Animal Man by Grant MorrisonOn this weeks episode the boys go back to the wild world of the 80's and talk about the hit comic Animal Man written by Grant Morrison. We discuss the first volume of Morison's run on animal man which covers plenty of crazy things like giant monkey blobs and meeting cartoon Wile E. Coyote Jesus.Music "Destructing Own Kingdom" by XTaKeRuXAvailable at thttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/XTaKeRuX/2019073141810785/Destructing_Own_Kingdom_1900Under CC BY license http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Send us mail to read during the show.
2020-11-1156 min
Leverage TalkEp. 69: THE POWER IN MANIFESTATION - How to move in FAITH not FEAR w/Bri MorrisonIn this episode, Dr. McElderry is joined with Ms. Bri Morrison, a fitness business coach and mindfulness boss who has a very unique story in her transition from a small town in Montana, mission trip breakthroughs, relationship downfalls, corporate life to TURNING IT ALL AROUND towards 2 multiple 6 figure businesses and manifesting the life of her dreams
She is now helping fitness coaches through her BUFF and PAID program on how to do the same while making sure to have FAITH over FEAR and developing a rock solid daily mindfulness practice.
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2020-03-0548 min
What’s The 411Sports | Sports News and Commentary with a Dose of Pop-CultureNBA FINALS, Golden State Warriors, Cleveland Cavaliers, LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, Philadelphia 76ers, Bryan Colangelo, Pete Carroll, Lakers, Julio Jones, Jason Kidd, Dewane Casey, NY Yankees, NY Mets, JJ Watt, Tristan Thompson, Ben SimmonWhat's The 411Sports, hosts Keisha Wilson and Mike McDonald, are talking about the NBA FINALS featuring the three-time NBA Champions, the Golden State Warriors, and the Cleveland Cavaliers; Bryan Colangelo's current employment woes with the Philadelphia 76ers; how the eyes of NBA world are on the Los Angeles Lakers’ upcoming offseason moves; JJ Watt, our Athlete of the Week; Brooklyn Nets player, Jeremy Lin, initiates a clap-back at ESPN’s Jalen Rose, and more!
2018-06-0728 min
TourCastOver The Top 12: Saying Goodbye to Daniel Bryan.
This week Shane, Ant and Gage talk about the short but incredible career of Daniel Bryan. The guys recap his impact, his best moments and talk about what is next for the Superstar. Also the guys break down the Dudley Boys’ heel turn, the escalating Divas division and Brock Lesnar beating up Dean Amrbose. Listen in!
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