SHOW CENTER The Airshow Podcast

SHOW CENTER The Airshow Podcast - Well… we tried. There was a moment—right before we hit record—when it felt like we were turning a corner. Lights on. Cameras rolling. SHOW CENTER, finally in full video. And then… well… not quite. Call it a near miss. The kind that’s just close enough to know you’re getting there. So for now, you’ve got us the way it all started—on the mics, where the stories stil...

SHOW CENTER: The Airshow Podcast, we’re covering the full spectrum of what makes this industry special—from elite preparation to raw resilience, and ultimately, the heart that binds the airshow family together. We start the episode with Aaron Fitzgerald from Red Bull, as he walks us through the team’s upcoming training cycle heading into the 2026 airshow season. Aaron gives us a look behind the cu...

SHOW CENTER The Airshow Podcast - It’s day three — the final day of the ICAS Convention. As the exhibit hall shuts down and everyone prepares for airshow’s biggest night, the Chairman’s Banquet and Awards Night, we recorded our final episode from the convention floor. Take a listen to this surprise-filled episode — and the pre-show that came with it. And our sincere thanks to Pacific Airshow for b...

SHOW CENTER THE AIRSHOW PODCAST - Big announcements out of Las Vegas today — Day 2 of the ICAS Convention — and we’re talking to the people at the center of them. Take a listen as we get the inside scoop on the Flying Bulls’ upcoming USA visit, plus hear from the newly appointed Commander of the Canadian Forces Snowbirds. And that’s not all — Randy W. Ball from Fighter Jets Inc. joins us to talk a...

SHOW CENTER The Airshow Podcast - It’s Day 1 at ICAS 2025, and we’re rolling! Recorded just outside the Paris Hotel Convention Center in the Versailles Hall, this first episode from the International Council of Air Shows Convention brings the energy right out of the gate. A huge thank you to our sponsor, Pacific Airshow, for bringing our show back to the ICAS Convention this year. Their support ma...

SHOW CENTER The Airshow Podcast - The 2025 airshow season is in the books—and what a ride it’s been. The U.S. Government Shutdown threw a wet blanket over the circuit, grounding military participation and leaving producers scrambling. But, as always, this industry found a way. In this episode, we look back at how shows turned setbacks into standouts. From creative new programming and local partner...

SHOW CENTER The Airshow Podcast - It’s another action-packed edition! Ric, Rob, and Matt—along with co-host Steph Stricklen—welcome two incredible guests: former USAF Thunderbirds Commander Colonel Justin Elliott and warbird pilot Jeff Shetterly . From behind-the-scenes insights on leading the Air Force’s premier demonstration team to the thrills of flying classic warbirds, this episode is packed...

SHOW CENTER: The Airshow Podcast — New Episode Featuring MACE and Dennis Dunbar! Summer’s flying by, and  SHOW CENTER: The Airshow Podcast  is climbing fast with a brand new episode featuring two powerhouse guests: Michelle "MACE" Curran, former Thunderbird lead solo pilot, and Dennis Dunbar, the man behind Sun 'n Fun and other marquee aviation events across the country. Ric, Matt, Steph, and Rob...

SHOW CENTER The Airshow Podcast - Ric and Matt just wrapped up an unforgettable weekend co-announcing the  historic  Dayton CenterPoint Energy Air Show, and this week’s episode of  SHOW CENTER: The Airshow Podcast  is one for the books. Right after the final performer touched down, the guys caught up in the hotel lobby with none other than  Rob Reider —yes,  the  Rob Reider—now officially retired...

SHOW CENTER The Airshow Podcast -  We're taxiing into the spotlight this week with a special episode you won’t want to miss! On the eve of the global release of  "Air Force Elite: Thunderbirds" —the brand-new Netflix documentary featuring the legendary U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds—we're talking to two of the stars: Thunderbird pilot  Jake “Primo” Impellizeri  and aerial coordinator extraordinaire ...

SHOW CENTER The Airshow Podcast - In this powerful and emotional episode, the team reflects on the life and legacy of airshow legend Rob Holland. International Council of Air Shows President John Cudahy joins us to share how the industry is processing Rob’s passing and the impact he's had on generations of performers and fans alike. Ric Peterson brings the latest airshow headlines in this week’s ...

SHOW CENTER The Airshow Podcast - Buckle up, airshow fans! SHOW CENTER is kicking off another high-flying episode with none other than USAF Major Taylor ‘FEMA’ Hiester, the pilot of the F-16 Demonstration Team. Now in his second season at the stick of the Viper, FEMA’s lighting up the skies and inspiring the next generation—just like he was as a kid at his local airshow. Growing up as the son of a...

SHOW CENTER The Airshow Podcast - This week we're talking to former U.S. Navy Blue Angel, Lieutenant Commander Amanda Lee about being named a 2025 Living Legend of Aviation. LCDR Lee, who made history as the first female Super Hornet demonstration pilot for the elite squadron, shares her thoughts on the honor and what life has been like since her time with the Blues. In addition to LCDR Lee’s stor...

SHOW CENTER The Airshow Podcast Kicks Off 2025 with a High-Speed, High-Energy Episode SHOW CENTER The Airshow Podcast - It’s a brand-new year, and we’re off to a big start on  SHOW CENTER The Airshow Podcast.  If you love airshows, fast jets, and behind-the-scenes stories from the best in the business, you won’t want to miss this one. This episode we’re thrilled to welcome  Captain Nick "Laz" Le T...

SHOW CENTER The Airshow Podcast - It's been a banner year and an outstanding ICAS Convention! The guys are back for their last show in Las Vegas for 2024 with Pacific Airshow's Kevin Elliott, CNN's Pete Muntean, and 2024 Platinum Pinnacle Award Winner - Matthew Quinn from Starlight Aerial Productions. Take a listen and subscribe today at www.airshowpodcast.com #airshowpodcast #airshowannouncer #ai...

SHOW CENTER The Airshow Podcast - Leland Kracher, Next Gen Eagles, Miles Turner, Miles Turner Aviation, Ryan Dembroski STOL announcer and SuperAero Live podcaster. Take a listen! #airshowpodcast #airshowannouncer #airshows

SHOW CENTER The Airshow Podcast - It's "Signing Day" here at the 2024 ICAS Convention and we have all THREE North American Military jet teams on this episode - plus John Cudahy the President of ICAS. Take a listen and subscribe today on AirshowPodcast.com ***Be on the show! Press the red button on our website and chime in! #airshowpodcast #airshows #airshowannouncer #airshowfans

SHOW CENTER The Airshow Podcast - It's the first episode of our week long daily series from the ICAS Convention in Las Vegas. Many of air show's biggest stars will join us on the Show Center stage from the heart of the Paris Hotel. Presented by the Pacific Airshow. Visit www.airshowpodcast.com and leave a comment and subscribe to our newsletter. QUICK LINK: www.airshowpodcast.com #airshows #showce...

SHOW CENTER The Airshow Podcast - The guys welcome International Council of Air Shows President, John Cudahy with news on the upcoming convention. This year the airshow industry returns to the Paris Hotel in Las Vegas for the annual ICAS Convention - the world's largest gathering for aerospace entertainment professionals. Plus, Airshow Hall of Fame member, and international aviation super star Pat...

SHOW CENTER The Airshow Podcast - The guys welcome international airshow / air race super star Aarron Deliu! Aarron's the former Australian Unlimited Aerobatic Champion, and Reigning Sky Grand Prix Champion, but today he's winning the hearts of US airshow fans at the largest events in the United States. It's also our pre-ICAS Convention episode, so guys have lots of news about our annual airshow f...

SHOW CENTER The Airshow Podcast - The guys are heading to California ahead of their big west coast swing! Their final show together: MCAS Miramar -- "America's Air Show" takes place this coming weekend near San Diego, California. Catch all the details, plus the latest airshow news! #ricpeterson #mattjolley #robreider #airshowannouncer

Christopher Van Stelle to Unveil 2024 "America's Airshow" Lineup on SHOW CENTER The Airshow Podcast SHOW CENTER The Airshow Podcast - Excitement is in the air as Christopher Van Stelle, the Airshow Director of the Miramar Airshow, is set to appear on SHOW CENTER The Airshow Podcast. Van Stelle will not only reveal the highly anticipated lineup for the 2024 "America's Airshow,"the premier military...

SHOW CENTER The Airshow Podcast - The guys might go to Hollywood and do things you do when you're in Hollywood, but they can't talk about it. They check in with airshow super lawyer Steve Tupper for some last minute legal advice. In today's whiz bang world this stuff is important to think about, especially with airshows entering the streaming world. Take a listen, and hire Steve if you have any qu...

SHOW CENTER The Airshow Podcast - The guys are back from their first airshows of the 2024 season. Ric Peterson gives a recap of Sun N Fun's 50th, Rob Reider has news from his travels, and Matt Jolley shares a little from the NAS New Orleans Airshow. Good fun, lots of airshow news and several laughs... #airshow #airshowannouncer #ricpeterson #robreider #mattjolley

SHOW CENTER THE AIRSHOW PODCAST - Steph Stricklen joins us with news on the Blue Angel Documentary, news from Aaron Fitzgerald and the Red Bull Air Force and even more news from the Heritage Flight Training Conference along with performer RJ Gritter on his amazing career and the launch of a new R.C. model of his Decathlon.  TAKE A LISTEN! #showcentertheairshowpodcast #airshows #airshowannouncer #s...