The Spotters Podcast

In this episode of the Spotters podcast, host Oscar Socarras interviews Gheraldo Fontana, a 767 captain and worldwide spotter. They discuss Fontana's experiences in aviation, including his journey from flying small aircraft to becoming a cargo pilot. The conversation delves into the nuances of aircraft spotting, particularly in different countries, and the challenges faced by spotters in various r...

Oscar Socarras talks to Preston about his experience as a full time cinematographer, constantly visualizing scenes as potential shots, framing moments before they happen. We also discuss our top 5 favorite aircraft. Find, Follow & Subscribe Preston Monoc on Instagram & YouTube Find & Follow Oscar Socarras on Instagram Find & Follow The Spotters Podcast on Instagram

Oscar Socarras talks with Thomas Beting about his most recent Air 2 Air experience covering CruzeX for FLAP International, the challenges and experience gained from past to present and Panda Beting joins in to share his appreciation. Oscar also talks with Mark Kolanowski and how he's mastering aerobatics in his Cessna 150 Aerobat then together talking about the best way to recover from G maneuvers...

In this episode of the Spotters podcast, host Oscar Socarras welcomes Jacob Wilson , an engineer with extensive experience in aviation. They discuss Jacob's work on various aircraft engines, the intricacies of engineering design, and the satisfaction of seeing engineering projects come to life. The conversation also delves into Jacob's passion for aviation photography, sharing techniques and exper...

Oscar Socarras Talks with Khyle Santiago about his journey to joining the Coast Guard during the pandemic, his experiences in Alaska, and the challenges of photography in harsh conditions. The conversation also covers the balance between military duties and personal passions, the debate between wheels and skids in aviation, and advice for those interested in pursuing a career in helicopter mechani...

Oscar Socarras talks with Nick Pascarella about his history with aviation, using the right words to convey action and emotion into writing. Topics include: Aviation, Automotive, Warbirds, Fighter Jets, and writing Find more of Nicks stories on Full Disk Aviation & Tach Work Media

Oscar Socarras talks to JC Ruiz about Networking, building and keeping those relationships. Topics covered: Sports photography, NFL, Highschool & College football, Aviation, MotoGP, Corporate/portrait photography, making connections, selling yourself and knowing your worth. Find Oscar Socarras on instagram . Find JC Ruiz on Instagram on @__jeancarlo__ & @shotsbyjeancarlo

Oscar Socarras Talks to Michael Ganoe about his experience at the volunteering at the Military Aviation Museum & going to school for Aircraft Mechanics. Topics Discussed: Museum photography, Aircraft restoration, & learning aircraft mechanics  *Previously recorded on Instagram Live

Oscar Socarras talks to Michael Ganoe about Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic Test Prep, Museum Warbirds and michael Shows some recent photos in the Bonus Video Episode. Topics discussed: A&P, Museum photography, Airshows & Photography.

Oscar Socarras talks to Mark Kolanowski about capturing Air to Air photography, how to prepare safely and communicate with the air crew. Topics discussed: Air to Air photography, Gear, Safety, Camera settings, communications, photo angles. If you like listening to the show please consider supporting the podcast and buying you or another aviation enthusiast something from The Spotters Podcast Store...

Oscar Socarras talks to Sam Yost, Marvin Boyd & Julius Bloznalis for an end of the year roundtable. Topics discussed: Communication, Coordination and teamwork with demo teams & airshows; AI flight simulators as a training tool and editing; & Air to Air with drones. Happy Holidays to you and your family, thanks for listening! Support the spotters Podcast . Oscar on Instagram Sam Yost ,...

Oscar Socarras talks to Rob Wetterholt Jr. Topics Discussed: Naval aviation, helicopters, aviation journalism and practice, practice, practice! Support the Spotters Podcast Oscar on Instagram Rob on Instagram⁠ *Previously recorded on Instagram Live Nov. 12th, 2024.

Oscar Socarras talks to Matt Calise . Topics discused: Working on the Ramp, Pilot Training, Air Traffic Control, Respect for the Aviation Community, how not to act at Airshows, flying and so many more. *Previously Recorded on Instagram Oct. 1st, 2024.

Oscar Socarras talks to Ryan Klackle & Evan Topics discused: HEMS, Capturing best Helicopter Rotor blue, Low Light, Milkyway images and we invite Evan, a 12 y/o aviation and motorsports photographer to the last half to answer some of his questions on color grading and selecting the best lens. *Previously recorded on IG Live.

Oscar Socarras takes questions from Sam Yost and talks to Ryan Klackle , Mark Kolanowski and Khyle Santiago . Topics discussed: National Aviation Day, capturing & importing thousands of images, sorting, grading, editing photos to keep details, and identifying GA aircraft. Ryan, Mark and Khyle talk about flying in IFR conditions & best ISO settings to capture images; This is a Bonus Video E...

Yost shares stories on spotting with her family, making aviation art & learning to be a pilot in Florida. Find Samantha Yost on Instagram Find Oscar on Instagram *Previously recorder on Instagram Live

Joe is a Miami Local thats been spotting aviation since his early years in the US Navy, he is also a retired Miami Dade Firefighter. Find Joe on Instagram at @cavallojoe & @fly_by_night_jc  *Previously recorded on IG Live.

Listen in as Marvin talks about airshows and how to make money with photography! Find Marvin Boyd on Instagram Find Oscar Socarras on Instagram *Previously recorded on IG Live

Alex is a South Florida native in love with Aviation and works in training future Air Traffic Controllers in the area, he also works as a Ramp Control Agent at FLL. Listen in as we talk about airshows, military and commercial aviation. Find Alex on instagram @10milefinal Find Oscar on instagram @osocarras *Recorded on Instagram Live

Audrey shares her passion of capturing the mission in Utah and channeling good vibes for aviation photography opportunities! Find her photos on Instagram @paudgsplanes & @missionmediaco Don't forget to buy her a coffee, link on her bio!

Thomas shares his passion for Aviation Photography and collecting aircraft models, listen as we talk about Flap international magazine only available in Brazil and his thoughts on the future of aviation spotting and the possibility of more painted jets. Find Oscar Socarras via instagram . Find Thomas Beting via Instagram . *Episode previously recorded via stream on IG.

Julius is a Tampa, FL Local with a love of Aviation and Space. Find Julius on Instragram @rocketmanaviation Find Oscar on Instagram @osocarras * Previously recorded on Instagram Live.

John is a NH local with a love for surf, landscape, wildlife and aviation photography with a side of Astro.  Find Oscar Socarras on Instagram Find John Adams on Instagram *Previously recorded on Instagram Live.

Conversation about Aviation & Hockey Photography along with Q&A and what you can expect going forward. Find Oscar on Instagram @osocarras & Brian @bc.captures *Previously recorded on Instagram Live.