The Bush Rat Podcast: Recent Episodes
Allan Mortenson
Tune into this episode to hear Mike Webb, owner of Gold Rush Fine Jewelry and longtime Alaska Bush Pilot, as we discuss old snow machines, trapping and airplanes. Mike also shares a valuable piece of advice to all the cub pilots. Check it out!https://www.facebook.com/goldrushfinejewelry/
On this episode we sit down with Sam Bedell, a newly licensed A&P who fills us in on the in and outs of what it takes to become an aircraft mechanic. We also discuss flying, swap stories and go onto rant about our shared passion for heavy metal music. If you've ever dreamt of becoming an airplane mechanic, this episode is for you. Check it out!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xg9aQvjMS60
Brandon McMillan is an avid adventurer, hunter and bush pilot from my old stomping grounds of Nenana, Alaska. Join Brandon and I as we talk about our passions for flying in the last frontier and what it takes to make it happen. We also discuss the importance of having mentors, share knowledge and Brandon fills us in on some cool new technology hitting the air. You won't want to miss it!
https://tundrapilot.com/
Paul Claus is a world renown pilot and the owner/operator of Ultima Thule Lodge. He has been featured in articles across the globe from National Geographic to the BBC and has even provided transportation for NASA researchers due to his vast knowledge of glacial flying. Join us today as Paul shares stories of flying to remote places, his love for the de Havilland Otter and more. This is one you won't want to miss!
http://www.ultimathulelodge.com/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hqxduwck9oI
To most Alaskans, the Wien family name is almost a household one. Their family has been instrumental in pioneering aviation in some of the most remote locations of Alaska for almost an entire century. Join me on this episode as I sit with Richard Wien, son of famed pilot Noel Wien and a true master of aviation in his own right. We discuss Alaska's flying history, some of his own personal memories, tips on mountain flying and more. Enjoy!
The Innoko River is home to some of the biggest northern pike on the planet, as well as todays guest; Hal Chapman. Real it on in as we talk about his upbringing in the bush, being a commercial pilot based out of Utqiagvik (formerly known as Barrow) and much, much more. Here we go again!
Jump in today with my friend and former flight instructor, Toby Viavant as we talk about his flight career here in the last frontier. He shares with us some of his early days of flight training Chinese students, his love for flying and growing up in the Brooks Range. Enjoy!
Bob Widman is a former flight instructor and A&P who has racked up a marveling 20,000 plus hours in his career. Join us on this episode as we talk about his devout missionary work through out the world, sneak in few cannibal jokes and touch up on what it was like being a young man growing up; on the dark continent.
David Hickle, aka "The F-35 Bushrat", takes us behind the shoulder of what it's like piloting one of America's most feared combat aircraft vehicles, the Lockheed Martin F-35. Listen in as we talk about what it takes to pilot such an aircraft, the centrifuge, arctic survival and some Alaskan history. This is yet another episode; you won't want to miss!
Greg Sanoski is a retired aircraft mechanic and bush pilot who spent many years of his career flying adventure seekers onto the tallest peak in north America. Hop in the pilot seat with Greg as he fills us in on the sheer beauty and challenges of flying on "The Great One"; Denali.
https://talkeetnavillasandtours.com/
Experimental aircraft, WWII and engine failures! Join Ash and I as we dabble into these subjects and more on the 6th episode of the Bush Rat Podcast. Relish!
Tune in on this episode to accompany me on a great conversation with former "Mountain Men" tv star, Marty Meierotto. We speak briefly on his time on the show, his new book "In The Land Of Wilderness" and what really matters in life; happiness.
https://www.alaskatrappers.org/handbook.html
Today's episode features the current vice president of Resident Hunters of Alaska, Bob Cassell. Tune in as he speaks about his affiliation with this organization as well as his efforts to give his "gift to Alaskans". We also touch on hunting with dogs , monster cubs and of course; flying in the last frontier. Enjoy!
https://www.residenthuntersofalaska.org/
Recipient of the "Wright Brothers Master Pilot" award, Ray Atkins has flown for over 50 years, many of which were near his home in Cantwell, Alaska. Tune in as he tells us about his humble beginnings, the days of polar bears, strategies for hunting bears with airplanes and the wreck that nearly ended his life.
In this episode, I sit down with the government and legislative affairs officer for the Alaska Airmen's Association, Adam White. Join as us we discuss his involvement with this group, his comings to Alaska and some essential gear to help expect; the unexpected.
https://alaskaairmen.org/
Join me to hear just a few of the many adventures of Alaskan Bush Pilot Jerry Lees. We talk about first flying experiences, Alaskan adventures and near death experiences. Enjoy!