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Aloft with Dan

By: Dan Doepker
  • Summary

  • Welcome to Aloft with Dan, a monthly show talking with rad people doing rad things in aviation! Each week we will talk with different folks in aviation that will include some of the non traditional roles and explore how passion motivates them and what advice they have for others. Join us to learn about this amazing industry and the amazing people in it!
    © 2023 Dan Doepker
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Episodes
  • Thomas from Hangar 22 Coffee
    Jan 18 2023

    On today's show Thomas and I talk about:

    • How he started Hangar 22 Coffee Roasters
    • Great ways to enjoy your coffee and up your coffee game (including on the road)
    • How they come up with names for their roasts
    • How he got started in aviation
    • How Thomas stayed grinding despite COVID and managed to land a great job
    • Where Thomas sees both his coffee business and his aviation career going in the future
    • Advice for anyone in aviation
    • And a ton of other advice and stories!

    Thomas is incredibly passionate about aviation and does and amazing job sharing about his path through the industry.  He is an incredible guy, this is a great episode to check out full of wisdom and advice!


    Links from today's episode:
    Thomas's IG: @flywithvp
    Hangar 22 Coffee IG: @Hangar22coffee
    Hangar 22 Coffee Roasters Website


    If you have any feedback or thoughts please let me know!  You can DM me on instagram or send me an email at aloftwithdan@gmail.com.

    If you are enjoying the show please leave a review and give us some stars, it helps grow the show and get it out to more people.  If you are really enjoying it and want to support the show please consider heading over to our patreon.

    Checkout my website at aloftwithdan.com

    You can purchase swag specifically at https://aloftwithdan.com/shop/

    Thank you for listening, I appreciate it more than you know!

    ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
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    55 mins
  • Jared Hodge - Airline Pilot, Airbus Instructor, and Aerobatic Pilot
    Dec 7 2022

    On today's show Jared and I talk about:

    • How he got involved in aviation
    • Auburn University 
    • His career progression and the importance of working hard in every role you take on
    • How being involved gained him opportunities
    • Fly for the Culture and how he got involved with them
    • How he got involved in aerobatic competitions
    • Tips for how to get involved with aviation
    • And a ton of other advice and stories!

    Jared is incredibly passionate about aviation and does and amazing job sharing about his path through the industry.  He is an incredible guy, this is a great episode to check out full of wisdom and advice!


    Links from today's episode:
    Jared's IG: @pilot_hodge
    Fly For The Culture
    Aviation Career Enrichment, INC
    Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals
    International Aerobatic Club

    If you have any feedback or thoughts please let me know!  You can DM me on instagram or send me an email at aloftwithdan@gmail.com.

    If you are enjoying the show please leave a review and give us some stars, it helps grow the show and get it out to more people.  If you are really enjoying it and want to support the show please consider heading over to our patreon.

    Checkout my website at aloftwithdan.com

    You can purchase swag specifically at https://aloftwithdan.com/shop/

    Thank you for listening, I appreciate it more than you know!

    ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Serena Wileman and Chris "Pyro" Fitzgerald
    Oct 5 2022

    On today's show Serena and Chris talk about:

    • How they got involved with aviation
    • How they met
    • The story of Serena getting into the Navy and how Chris helped throughout the process
    • Advice to anyone who is mentoring someone
    • Great stories of what life in the Navy has been like for Serena
    • And a ton of other advice and stories!

    Serena and Chris have an incredible story and a lot of passion for aviation and what they are doing, this is a fantastic episode and not one to miss!


    Women in Aviation IG: @womeninaviation
    Chris Fitzgerald LinkedIn: Chris Fitzgerald

    Thanks to Preflight for sponsoring todays show!  If you are interested in receiving a free 30 minute consultation to find out more about what Preflight can do for you reach out to them here and make sure you let them know I sent you!
    Preflight Website
    Preflight email

    If you have any feedback or thoughts please let me know!  You can DM me on instagram or send me an email at aloftwithdan@gmail.com.

    If you are enjoying the show please leave a review and give us some stars, it helps grow the show and get it out to more people.  If you are really enjoying it and want to support the show please consider heading over to our patreon.

    Checkout my website at aloftwithdan.com

    You can purchase swag specifically at https://aloftwithdan.com/shop/

    Thank you for listening, I appreciate it more than you know!

    ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
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    1 hr and 40 mins

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