The Bush Rat Podcast
The definitive podcast for Alaskan Bush Pilots.
Episodes
15 episodes
Mike Webb
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 ou...
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Episode 16
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1:34:54

Sam Bedell
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 heav...
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Episode 15
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57:21

Brandon McMillan
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 ...
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1:26:41

Paul Claus
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 kno...
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Episode 13
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1:07:59

Richard Wien
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 Richa...
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Episode 12
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1:03:12

Hal Chapman
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 Bar...
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Episode 11
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1:12:35

Bob Widman
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...
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Episode 9
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1:21:55

David Hickle
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, t...
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Episode 8
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1:22:25

Greg Sanoski
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 ...
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Episode 7
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57:53

Ash
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!
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Episode 6
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1:22:58

Marty Meierotto
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.&...
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Episode 5
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1:18:33

Bob Cassell
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 wi...
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Episode 4
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1:04:16

Ray Atkins
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 hun...
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Episode 3
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1:54:10
