The Krāv Show

Explore how a groundbreaking app is transforming skydiving safety and skill development, offering new insights into the sport's future.

Discover the hidden skills that can transform your skydiving coaching. Learn how to unlock immediate success and elevate your coaching techniques to new heights. Perfect for both new and experienced coaches looking to make a significant impact.

Anthony Ebel shares insights from his experience, emphasizing the importance of preparation, situational awareness, and continuous training. In this comprehensive skydiving safety discussion, experienced instructors share insights on altitude management, emergency procedures, canopy control, and training standards.

oin Mike Silva as he reveals why the secret to top-notch coaching is all about fun, flow, and a little bit of skydiving flair. Discover how play can skyrocket your skills and why a good laugh might just be the best training tool. Get ready to smile, learn, and maybe even fly!

Max Lesziak shares his thrilling journey from a novice to a seasoned skydiver with over 11,000 jumps. He tells us the story of how he and his close friend Jean-Jacque Wallis pushed the boundaries of canopy piloting by incorporating an innovative parakite riser design into skydiving gear.

Join us as we explore the fascinating world of skydiving with Sarah Curtis, a seasoned professional skydiver and record holder. We delve into record-breaking jumps, safety protocols, Hollywood stunt work, and her insights on the future of skydiving records.

Join us as Joe Jennings shares his incredible journey from skydiving pioneer to filmmaker and innovator in making objects fly in the sky. Discover his experiences with sky surfing, skydiving, and pushing the limits of what objects can do in free fall. Join us as we explore the fascinating world of experimental flight, skydiving innovations, and the future of human flight with Joe Jennings, a pione...

I was just a kid, watching parachutes from my backyard, dreaming big. Fast forward to my first jump with my dad – what a thrill! But it didn’t go as planned. I broke my leg on my second jump! But here’s the kicker: it wasn’t the jump that hooked me. It was the community – friends from all walks of life, all welcoming me with open arms. Skydiving became my...

Norman shares his incredible journey in skydiving and camera technology, revealing how invention, intuition, and respect for the craft lead to extraordinary achievements and insights into creativity and connection. Join us for an inspiring conversation with Norman Kent as he shares his extraordinary skydiving career, artistic vision, and the profound lessons learned from chaos, safety, and family....

Military skydiver turned drop zone owner Mike Bohn exposes the grit, risks, and hidden realities of the skydiving world—what it really takes to survive, lead, and succeed in one of the most unforgiving sports.

Skydiver turned tech innovator Trunk breaks down the hidden risks of camera flying, the evolution of skydiving gear, and what it really takes to push records safely in a rapidly changing sport.

Discover insights into safety, gear, training, and the human-animal connection that enriches the skydiving community.

Chris and J Russ engage in a heartfelt conversation with Leah Levy, exploring themes of gratitude, relationships, and the unique dynamics of skydiving.

The guys discuss coaching techniques, video debriefs, & three new online coaching services offered by Krāv.

Chris J. Russ and Johnny Gunn discuss Johnny's extensive background in skydiving and military service, including his transition from wrestling to skydiving. They explore the importance of training, coaching, and safety in the sport, touching on recent incidents and the Y-Mod controversy. The conversation also delves into practical tips for tracking and movement in skydiving, emphasizing the ne...

Flag jumping, being a chef, & good coaching

Records, coaching, making a living as a skydiver and working in the very first wind tunnel.

Identity, purpose, self-doubt and the reasons we skydive.

Chris Frayer breaks down his path from rock climbing to skydiving, the realities of coaching in the wind tunnel, and the behind-the-scenes challenges of running the Colorado facility. He digs into equipment maintenance, safety, mentorship, and what it really takes to build a strong training culture. The conversation also explores upcoming skydiving events, the future of tunnel flying, and the comm...

Chris and JRuss discuss various topics related to skydiving, including updates on the USPA board's decisions, the dynamics of the skydiving community, new coaching initiatives, and safety concerns surrounding tandem jumps. They also reflect on the concept of integrity within the sport and explore the use of technology, such as ChatGPT, in enhancing the skydiving experience.

Chris and J Russ discuss various topics related to skydiving, including updates on the USPA board's decisions, the dynamics of the skydiving community, new coaching initiatives, and safety concerns surrounding tandem jumps. They also reflect on the concept of integrity within the sport and explore the use of technology, such as ChatGPT, in enhancing the skydiving experience.

Mike Swanson—legendary skydiver and Red Bull Air Force athlete—opens up about a life built around flight. From his roots in a skydiving family to mastering wingsuiting, speed riding, and BASE jumping, Mike shares the exhilaration and dangers of extreme sports. He reflects on the discipline required for safety, the challenges he’s faced along the way, and the joy that keeps him pushing the limits o...

JRuss and Chris take listeners on a wide-ranging journey—from the energy of Rookie Fest and the challenges of running a safe, successful skydiving event to unexpected detours into culture, science, and philosophy. They reflect on the curious world of Scientology, share candid stories about health insurance, and swap book recommendations. The conversation then shifts to human evolution—exploring Ne...

Chris and JRuss welcome Swati Varshney, a seasoned skydiver and one of the candidates for the Hera Rising mission, which aims to break the record for the highest altitude freefall. Swati shares her journey in skydiving, the engineering challenges of the Hera Rising project, and the importance of women's empowerment in STEM fields. The conversation also touches on the selection process for the...

Discover the awe-inspiring journey of Olav Zipser, the "Godfather of Freeflying." In this episode, we explore how Olav truly transformed skydiving because of three wonderful qualities: imagination, creativity and a child-like desire to have fun.