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Episode 44: Ryan Scorecki – Helicopter Pilot Extraordinaire

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From Rafting Guide to Heli Pilot

Episode 44

Ryan Scorecki

Helicopter Pilot Extraordinaire

Ever want to be a Helicopter Pilot?

Ryan talks about how he evolved into flying helicopters: from Alaska rafting guide to Mt. Everest Heli-evacuations.

Many people come to Alaska for a few seasons, returning home for the rest of the year before committing to full-time residency. Not many of them come to Alaska for the winter and retreat for the summer. But Ryan Skorecki loves winter. So much so that he has worked on snow in Alaska, Antarctica and Nepal. He shares a little bit about all of it with us. Highlights include penguins, pregnant passengers and capsizing a boat. Learn and laugh along with us.

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Episode 43: Shane Patrick – Truffles and Dracula in Romania

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Party at Dracula’s House

Episode 43

Shane Patrick

Truffles and Dracula

The Holidaze are upon us. It’s a time for celebrating family, friends and a successful growing season. Shane and Phil talk about a unique harvest: hunting for truffles in Romania. The truffle has an almost mythic hold over humans. And yet, we can’t find them without help from a pig or dog or some other creature with a better sniffer. Shane talks about hunting for truffles, what to do with the fungi if you’re lucky enough to find some. Romanian hospitality, cooking, countryside and the roads also add to the conversation. No trip to Romania is complete without a trip to Transylvania. Shane and his friends celebrated Halloween at Dracula’s Castle. No trick, these episodes are a real treat.

Shane talks about the history of Vlad the Impaler, the legend of Dracula and a Halloween party not to be forgotten at Dracula’s Castle. He ends with travel tips to Romania. 

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Episode 41: Shane Patrick – Truffles and Dracula in Romania

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The Truffle Hunter

Episode 41

Shane Patrick

Truffles and Dracula

The Holidaze are upon us. It’s a time for celebrating family, friends and a successful growing season. Shane and Phil talk about a unique harvest: hunting for truffles in Romania. The truffle has an almost mythic hold over humans. And yet, we can’t find them without help from a pig or dog or some other creature with a better sniffer. Shane talks about hunting for truffles, what to do with the fungi if you’re lucky enough to find some. Romanian hospitality, cooking, countryside and the roads also add to the conversation. No trip to Romania is complete without a trip to Transylvania. Shane and his friends celebrated Halloween at Dracula’s Castle. No trick, these episodes are a real treat.

Shane talks about hunting down a truffle hunter and the ins and outs of finding these delectable beasts.

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Episode 40: Shane Patrick – Truffles and Dracula in Romania

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First Impressions of Romania

Episode 40

Shane Patrick

Truffles and Dracula

The Holidaze are upon us. It’s a time for celebrating family, friends and a successful growing season. Shane and Phil talk about a unique harvest: hunting for truffles in Romania. The truffle has an almost mythic hold over humans. And yet, we can’t find them without help from a pig or dog or some other creature with a better sniffer. Shane talks about hunting for truffles, what to do with the fungi if you’re lucky enough to find some. Romanian hospitality, cooking, countryside and the roads also add to the conversation. No trip to Romania is complete without a trip to Transylvania. Shane and his friends celebrated Halloween at Dracula’s Castle. No trick, these episodes are a real treat.

In this episode, Shane ponders his first impressions of Romania: it’s history, landscapes, people and language. He talks of what it is like to travel overland through the Romanian countryside. 

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Episode 39: Phil Freeman – Riding to Prudhoe Bay by Motorcycle

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Prudhoe Bay Beta and Avoiding Accidents

Episode 39

Philip Freeman

Riding to Prudhoe Bay by Motorcycle

The Dalton Highway starts in Alaska and terminates 414 miles north in Deadhorse, the town that exists to support the oilfields of the Alyeska Pipeline. Join us for a conversation with a motorcyclist who has logged almost 7,500 miles on The Dalton, completing the trip 18 times. Phil Freeman shares changing road conditions, stunning scenery and how to pass an 18-wheeler and not get lo0se teeth from a trucker’s fist. 

The Dalton is the northernmost highway on the continent and draws box-checkers, bikers and scooter riders from around the world. Phil gives his thoughts about Beaver Slides, Monkey Butts and Sabres. Make sure you have extra wipes in your tank bag for this one. 



Phil talks about the cause of accidents for motorcyclists on the Dalton Highway and techniques for riding this unique road. He also gives insights on visiting Prudhoe Bay and what to expect. 

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Episode 38: Phil Freeman – Riding to Prudhoe Bay by Motorcycle

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Dos and Don’ts of the Dalton

Episode 38

Philip Freeman

Riding to Prudhoe Bay by Motorcycle

The Dalton Highway starts in Alaska and terminates 414 miles north in Deadhorse, the town that exists to support the oilfields of the Alyeska Pipeline. Join us for a conversation with a motorcyclist who has logged almost 7,500 miles on The Dalton, completing the trip 18 times. Phil Freeman shares changing road conditions, stunning scenery and how to pass an 18-wheeler and not get lo0se teeth from a trucker’s fist. 

The Dalton is the northernmost highway on the continent and draws box-checkers, bikers and scooter riders from around the world. Phil gives his thoughts about Beaver Slides, Monkey Butts and Sabres. Make sure you have extra wipes in your tank bag for this one. 



In this episode Phil talks about talks about the what to do and what not to do when you ride the Dalton Highway. 

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Episode 37: Phil Freeman – Riding to Prudhoe Bay by Motorcycle

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Ice Road Truckers and Emergencies

Episode 37

Philip Freeman

Riding to Prudhoe Bay by Motorcycle

The Dalton Highway starts in Alaska and terminates 414 miles north in Deadhorse, the town that exists to support the oilfields of the Alyeska Pipeline. Join us for a conversation with a motorcyclist who has logged almost 7,500 miles on The Dalton, completing the trip 18 times. Phil Freeman shares changing road conditions, stunning scenery and how to pass an 18-wheeler and not get lo0se teeth from a trucker’s fist. 

The Dalton is the northernmost highway on the continent and draws box-checkers, bikers and scooter riders from around the world. Phil gives his thoughts about Beaver Slides, Monkey Butts and Sabres. Make sure you have extra wipes in your tank bag for this one. 



In this episode, Phil talks about life in Prudhoe Bay, ice road truckers and how to deal with an emergency in the far and distant north. 

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Episode 36: Phil Freeman – Riding to Prudhoe Bay by Motorcycle

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Riding the “Haul Road” in Alaska

Episode 36

Philip Freeman

Riding to Prudhoe Bay by Motorcycle

The Dalton Highway starts in Alaska and terminates 414 miles north in Deadhorse, the town that exists to support the oilfields of the Alyeska Pipeline. Join us for a conversation with a motorcyclist who has logged almost 7,500 miles on The Dalton, completing the trip 18 times. Phil Freeman shares changing road conditions, stunning scenery and how to pass an 18-wheeler and not get lo0se teeth from a trucker’s fist. 

The Dalton is the northernmost highway on the continent and draws box-checkers, bikers and scooter riders from around the world. Phil gives his thoughts about Beaver Slides, Monkey Butts and Sabres. Make sure you have extra wipes in your tank bag for this one. 



Phil talks about what he tells motorcyclists what to expect when they ride the Dalton Highway to Prudhoe Bay, Alaska

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Episode 35: Pilot John the Adventurer

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Flying from Alaska to Michigan, Kit Plane Pilot Talk

Episode 35

Pilot John the Adventurer

Flying from Alaska to Michigan, Kit Plane Pilot Talk

Meet John

Ever wonder what would happen if you had a cauldron of enthusiasm at a slow simmer and you added Mr. Rogers, Chuck Yeager, an Uzi and an eye of newt? You might make a Jon Bisson. This man came up through the US Air Force and flew everything they had, sometimes starting the turbines with shotgun shells cuz he couldn’t be bothered to wait for the auxiliary power unit while stationed in the Aleutian Islands. He flew for the major airlines, then bounced all around the Bahamas in single engine Cessnas. This man fills his days. We were lucky enough to hear him talk about sailing 30 foot seas between Alaska and Japan. Buckle up and make sure the belt is snug.

In this episode, John talks about flying back from Alaska to Michigan along the Pacific Coast and Kit Planes. 

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Episode 34: Pilot John the Adventurer

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A Very Private Flight to Alaska

Episode 34

Pilot John the Adventurer

A Very Private Flight to Alaska. 

Meet John

Ever wonder what would happen if you had a cauldron of enthusiasm at a slow simmer and you added Mr. Rogers, Chuck Yeager, an Uzi and an eye of newt? You might make a Jon Bisson. This man came up through the US Air Force and flew everything they had, sometimes starting the turbines with shotgun shells cuz he couldn’t be bothered to wait for the auxiliary power unit while stationed in the Aleutian Islands. He flew for the major airlines, then bounced all around the Bahamas in single engine Cessnas. This man fills his days. We were lucky enough to hear him talk about sailing 30 foot seas between Alaska and Japan. Buckle up and make sure the belt is snug.

In this episode, John talks about flying a two-seat airplane to Alaska. 

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