BEER!: A Skydiving Podcast

Summary In this episode of the podcast, the host Beer engages in a conversation with Jeff Nelson, who shares his unique journey into skydiving through the military. Jeff discusses his experiences in the National Guard, his path to obtaining his A license, and his aspirations in civilian skydiving, including wingsuit flying and free flying. The conversation also touches on personal anecdotes, chall...

In this episode, host Brian McCauley interviews Moe Troyer, a skydiver from the Cleveland Skydiving Center. Moe shares his journey from growing up Amish to becoming a passionate skydiver. He discusses his early experiences with skydiving, the challenges he faced with addiction, and how skydiving became a positive outlet for him. Moe also talks about his current activities at the drop zone, his goa...

In this episode of the Beer Skydiving Podcast, hosts Brian and Joe discuss their recent skydiving experiences, including a trip to Hawaii and the importance of safety and skill assessment in the sport. They delve into the Dunning-Kruger effect, confidence in skydiving, and the nuances of wingsuit transitions. The conversation also touches on the process of becoming a rigger, packing parachutes, an...

In this episode of the Beer podcast, host Brian McCauley shares updates on his skydiving journey, including his experiences with wingsuiting and the challenges he faces as a beginner. He discusses the importance of safety and awareness in the sky, especially when flying with tandem jumpers. Additionally, Brian talks about his progress towards becoming a senior parachute rigger, highlighting the st...

In this episode, Brian McCauley interviews Marcie Hall, a lifelong skydiver and owner of Cleveland Skydiving Center. They discuss Marcie's journey into skydiving, her experiences as a drop zone owner, the challenges she faces, and her memorable skydiving experiences. Marcie shares insights about the skydiving community, the importance of family, and the joys and challenges of being a DZO. The...

In this episode of the Skydiving Podcast, hosts Brian and Joe discuss various aspects of skydiving, including merchandise, personal experiences with wingsuit flights, and listener questions about landing techniques. They emphasize the importance of proper flare techniques, canopy control, and safety measures in skydiving. The conversation also touches on the progression in the sport, risk awarenes...

In this episode, Casey Mongoven, the owner and CEO of Freefall Data Systems, shares his journey into skydiving, his experiences as an instructor, and the innovations he has brought to the skydiving community through his company. He discusses the challenges and rewards of running a one-man operation, the importance of customer service, and the future of skydiving technology. Takeaways Casey started...

Summary In this episode of BEER: A Skydiving Podcast, the hosts discuss their recent experiences with skydiving, including first jump courses, challenges faced during jumps, and the importance of proper technique. They share insights on overcoming obstacles like potato chipping and line twists, and reflect on their progress in wingsuit flying. The conversation also touches on future plans for skyd...

In this episode Brian and Lee talk about how skydiving can be therapy and how it helps them make sense of things when it is hard otherwise. Socials: ⁠www.facebook.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.youtube.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.instagram.com/beerpodcast24⁠ ⁠www.x.com/beerpodcast24⁠ Email us at: beerpodcast24@gmail.com

In this episode Joe and Brian talk with John Bowen about skydiving with a disabily and we recap Falls Fest 7.4. Socials: ⁠www.facebook.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.youtube.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.instagram.com/beerpodcast24⁠ ⁠www.x.com/beerpodcast24⁠ Email us at: beerpodcast24@gmail.com

In this episode Brian interviews the skydivers in the house we stayed at during Falls Fest 7.4 at Skydive The Falls. Socials: ⁠www.facebook.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.youtube.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.instagram.com/beerpodcast24⁠ ⁠www.x.com/beerpodcast24⁠ Email us at: beerpodcast24@gmail.com

In this episode Joe and Brian talk with Arianne Kreger about her experience in a wingsuit first jump course. We also talk about HALO and night jumps. In this episode Joe and Brian discuss the importance of dirt diving and other steps to prepare for your jump before getting in the plane. Socials: ⁠www.facebook.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.youtube.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.instagram.com/bee...

In this episode Joe and Brian talk about flying wingsuits and wingsuit first jump courses. Socials: ⁠www.facebook.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.youtube.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.instagram.com/beerpodcast24⁠ ⁠www.x.com/beerpodcast24⁠ Email us at: beerpodcast24@gmail.com

In this episode Joe and Brian talk with Lyman Smith a new jumper from Colorado and answer his new jumper questions. Socials: ⁠www.facebook.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.youtube.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.instagram.com/beerpodcast24⁠ ⁠www.x.com/beerpodcast24⁠ Email us at: beerpodcast24@gmail.com

In this episode Joe and Brian talk with John Bindel the creator of Funjumpr, seriously the ONLY app any skydiver will ever need. If you jump, you absolutely need to get this app. Download it on the Apple App Store or Google Play store. Follow Funjumpr below. http://www.funjumpr.com Socials: ⁠www.facebook.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.youtube.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.instagram.com/beerpodc...

In this episode Brian interviews Danny Shields a fun jumper at Skydive Pennsylvania with about 360 jumps about his goals and ambitions in skydiving and how he wants to make it a career. Socials: ⁠www.facebook.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.youtube.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.instagram.com/beerpodcast24⁠ ⁠www.x.com/beerpodcast24⁠ Email us at: beerpodcast24@gmail.com

In this episode Joe and Brian get back on the horse of podcasting after a break and talk about their goals for the 2025 jumping season. Socials: ⁠www.facebook.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.youtube.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.instagram.com/beerpodcast24⁠ ⁠www.x.com/beerpodcast24⁠ Email us at: beerpodcast24@gmail.com

In this episode Joe and Brian talk about how Brian's rig has the wrong sized reserve in it and all about Brian's current medical situation. Socials: ⁠www.facebook.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.youtube.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.instagram.com/beerpodcast24⁠ ⁠www.x.com/beerpodcast24⁠ Email us at: beerpodcast24@gmail.com

In this episode Joe and Brian talk about jumping at Skydive Orange and flat packing versus pro packing your BASE rig. Socials: ⁠www.facebook.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.youtube.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.instagram.com/beerpodcast24⁠ ⁠www.x.com/beerpodcast24⁠ Email us at: beerpodcast24@gmail.com

In this episode Joe and Brian discuss what its like to fly on a commercial airline with your rig. Socials: ⁠www.facebook.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.youtube.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.instagram.com/beerpodcast24⁠ ⁠www.x.com/beerpodcast24⁠ Email us at: beerpodcast24@gmail.com

In this episode Joe and Brian talk about what it means to be current and the importance of staying current. Socials: ⁠www.facebook.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.youtube.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.instagram.com/beerpodcast24⁠ ⁠www.x.com/beerpodcast24⁠ Email us at: beerpodcast24@gmail.com

In this episode Joe and Brian talk about what you can expect when you go to a drop zone for the first time. Socials: ⁠www.facebook.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.youtube.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.instagram.com/beerpodcast24⁠ ⁠www.x.com/beerpodcast24⁠ Email us at: beerpodcast24@gmail.com

In this episode Brian and Joe talk about what its like to fly with new jumpers and how an experienced jumper should act and what they should do when jumping with new divers. Socials: ⁠www.facebook.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.youtube.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.instagram.com/beerpodcast24⁠ ⁠www.x.com/beerpodcast24⁠ Email us at: beerpodcast24@gmail.com

In this episode Joe and Brian talk with Jeff Miller. He asks questions about free flying and the progression to becoming a better free flyer. Socials: ⁠www.facebook.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.youtube.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.instagram.com/beerpodcast24⁠ ⁠www.x.com/beerpodcast24⁠ Email us at: beerpodcast24@gmail.com

In this episode Joe and Brian talk a bit about Joe's trip to Brazil to do some BASE jumping.... ....oh and also how Joe shot himself in the leg. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. Socials: ⁠www.facebook.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.youtube.com/beeraskydivingpodcast⁠ ⁠www.instagram.com/beerpodcast24⁠ ⁠www.x.com/beerpodcast24⁠ Email us at: beerpodcast24@gmail.com