In this episode, Paul Nurkkala aka "Bulbufet" talks about his philosophy of being an FPV pilot and why he considers FPV racing to be a "discipline" as opposed to a hobby. He tells his story of how he went from dreaming about meeting his FPV idols to actually racing against them and ultimately finishing 2nd in the 2016 Drone Nationals event in New York City. Finally, we end the podcast with some awesome BONUS CONTENT. VonQuad releases his "pilot interviews" from Drone Nationals which includes con...
Aug 25, 2016•2 hr 28 min
In this episode, Chris Thomas of MultiGP talks about how and why he created the "largest" FPV drone racing league on the planet. Next, Chris gets us up to speed on his upcoming 2016 MultiGP Drone Racing Championship being held in Muncie, Indiana next month. He also reflects on the recent Drone Nationals event that he and VonQuad attended in New York City. Finally, Chris reveals to the FPV community that Joe Scully owes him $20.00 for a bet he lost.
Aug 20, 2016•1 hr 37 min
In this episode, VonQuad and Wizwooky are joined by the 2016 Drone Nationals Champion Zach Thayer as he reflects on his victory in New York City this past weekend. Zach is joined by his fellow teammate Jordan Temkin aka "Jet" and Travis McIntyre aka "M0ke" as they shed light on the behind-the-scenes happenings of the biggest US drone race of the year.
Aug 12, 2016•1 hr 22 min
In this episode, VonQuad and Wizwooky discuss the upcoming 2016 US National Drone Racing Championships being held on Governor's Island in New York City
Aug 03, 2016•1 hr 1 min
In this episode, KaNoodle makes a Major Announcement to the Quad Talk listeners. You won't want to miss this one folks !
Jul 30, 2016•1 hr 43 min
In this episode, XHOVER Team Pilot BAPU MADHU races into the Quad Talk Podcast studio and talks with VonQuad and KaNoodle about how he went from flying a "Fixed Wing" RC airplane in January of 2014 and, without any serious practice, went on to place 8th in the very FIRST Drone Nationals FPV Race in July of 2015.
Jul 22, 2016•2 hr 20 min
In this episode, Kevin Dougherty aka "Stingersswarm" buzzes into the Quad Talk Podcast studio and talks with VonQuad and KaNoodle about how he went from being a Commercial Airline Pilot (a job which he still performs today) to becoming one of the most popular and down to earth FPV quadcopter pilots to emerge from the ever so famous "Atlanta FPV Crew"
Jul 11, 2016•2 hr 46 min
In this episode, Zoe Stumbaugh zoom into the Quad Talk Podcast studio and gives us a peek at her "mysterious" 3D FPV Freestyle flying obsession. Zoe is one of the few (but rapidly growing) female FPV pilots and her dedication to the sport has landed her a first place trophy in the very first AMA sanctioned FPV race in America.
Jul 04, 2016•2 hr 2 min
In this episode, the chaps from "Team Green Prop" - Steve Gibson, James Bilas and Rich Parsons visit the Quad Talk Podcast Studio all the way from the UK and get us up to speed on what they all about. From FPV racing quads to DJI Inspires, these crazy characters are some of the funniest and most lovable quads pilots we know
Jun 29, 2016•1 hr 46 min
In this episode, Robert Pringle aka "Captain Uno" buzzes into the Quad Talk studio and tells his inspirational story. Hear how he lost the use of one of his hands at the age of 17 and, against all odds, becomes an accomplished "one handed" FPV quad pilot.
Jun 25, 2016•1 hr 33 min
In this episode, KaNoodle takes the Quad Talk Podcast studio on the road and sets up shop at the DroneProz complex and talks with Antonio Lopez. Antonio is the owner of DroneProz.com, a very successful Southern California based multirotor shop that carries a warehouse full of drone goodies that will surely satisfy all of your FPV needs.
Jun 16, 2016•2 hr 3 min
In this episode, Colby Curtola aka "SFPV" drops by the Quad Talk studio and talks with VonQuad and KaNoodle about how he got into the sport of FPV racing. Colby is currently an Airvuz.com team pilot and is also sponsored by MultiRotorMania.com and GetPropsMan.com
Jun 10, 2016•2 hr 15 min
In this episode, Shaun Taylor aka "NYTFURY" drops by the Quad Talk studio and walks us through how he got into FPV racing and gives us a detailed account of the first races that helped catapult him into the FPV racing spotlight
Jun 05, 2016•2 hr 59 min
In this episode, KaNoodle heads out to cover the IDRA's Western Qualifier that was held at the Diablo Stadium in Tempe, Arizona. He talks with Jordan Temkin, Chase Ashton, Christian Petersen and Ricky Martinez and takes us backstage to one of the premier FPV racing events in the United States
Jun 02, 2016•2 hr 44 min
In this episode, Cornell Herg of DRONEFLUX.COM drops by the studio and talks to VonQuad and KaNoodle about his revolutionary online DroneFlux website that will provide you with everything you need to take your ideas to the sky
May 24, 2016•2 hr 10 min
In this episode, Zach Thayer aka "A_Nub" of Team Big Whoop and Team Rebel crashes into the Quad Talk studio and discusses with VonQuad and KaNoodle how he quit his day job as a software engineer to become a full time FPV racing pilot and quadcopter frame designer.
May 19, 2016•2 hr 42 min
In this episode, Christian Petersen aka FPV Provo swings by the Quad Talk Podcast studio and chats it up with VonQuad and KaNoodle. Christian is a Utah based quad pilot who has attended some of the world's biggest FPV racing events to date.
May 14, 2016•2 hr 12 min
In this episode, VonQuad and KaNoodle let the "Snake" from Down Under into the Quad Talk studio to talk everything FPV. Justin Power aka "Snake FPV" is an extremely talented freestyle quadcopter pilot from Melbourne, Australia.
May 05, 2016•2 hr 25 min
In this episode, VonQuad and KaNoodle are excited to announce the syndication of the Quad Talk FVP Podcast by the Drone Vibes Podcast Network.
May 03, 2016•1 hr 16 min
In this episode, XHOVER Team Pilot Jaren Morris aka "UnderHover FPV" makes his Quad Talk Podcast debut and tells his story of how flying FPV Quads helped get him through an extremely low point in his life.
Apr 28, 2016•2 hr 13 min
In this episode, VonQuad and KaNoodle welcome Megan Proulx, aka "Drone Doll" onto the Quad Talk Podcast. Megan is a very talented female FPV pilot based out of Minneapolis, MN and she has a lot to talk about when it comes to flying FPV quads. Listen in on how she got into the hobby and what she thinks the future may hold for the women of FPV.
Apr 21, 2016•1 hr 30 min
In this episode, Matty Augustine aka "Matty Stuntz" bombards the Quad Talk Podcast studio and gives us a rare look into the otherwise private life of one of the most talented and beloved FPV pilots to ever fly a quadcopter
Apr 15, 2016•1 hr 50 min
In this episode, Luke Bannister, the reigning World Champion of FPV Drone Racing visits the Quad Talk Podcast studio, all the way from his home in the United Kingdom. Luke recently returned from the World Drone Prix in Dubai where he and his team - Tornado X-Blades - took home the grand prize of $250,000. VonQuad and KaNoodle have a light hearted conversation with the most popular teenager in FPV Drone Racing.
Apr 06, 2016•1 hr 24 min
In this episode, DRL pilot Conrad "Furadi" Miller descends upon the Quad Talk studio and gets us up to speed on how he dials in the PID tuning of his FPV race quads. He also talks about his recent trip to the WDP in Dubai as a Team Hovership sponsored pilot. We touch on Furadi's involvement with the DRL and we end the episode talking about battery safety.
Apr 02, 2016•1 hr 40 min
In this episode, Charles Zablan of the IDRA is back from his trip to Dubai where he helped to organize the first annual World Drone Prix. Charles takes us behind the scenes of the colossal FPV drone racing event and tells us about some humorous situations that he found himself getting into. Charles also talks about what it was like standing right next to 15 year old Luke Bannister during his winning flight.
Mar 24, 2016•1 hr 27 min
In this episode, DRL pilot Chris "Hazak" Haskins talks with VonQuad and KaNoodle and gives us an intimate look at what it's like to be chosen as a pilot for the Drone Racing League. Chris also tells his story of how he went from a career in IT to becoming a full time employee of Thrust-UAV, a Boise, Idaho based quadcopter company that designs, assembles and markets UAV's.
Mar 18, 2016•1 hr 44 min
In this episode, all hell breaks loose as Xhover team pilot Brandon Geiger aka "Wizwooky" launches an all out assault on the Quad Talk studio. VonQuad and KaNoodle do their best to tame Wizwooky, but their efforts fall short and havoc ensues. Fortunately, Wiz gives us some killer recommendations on what he feels is some "must have" gear as well as some advice that will help the beginner FPV pilot save some serious cash. Hold on to your headphones guys, this episode is a wild ride.
Mar 10, 2016•1 hr 57 min
In this episode, Jonathan Davis aka Skitzo invades the Quad Talk Studio and takes us on a wild ride that bounces from his meeting Mr Steele at Atlanta Hobby, an encounter that jump started his FPV career all the way to the F3Expo and ultimately one of the worlds best FPV Freestyle pilots.
Mar 04, 2016•1 hr 36 min
In this episode, KaNoodle and VonQuad invite the infamous Mr. Steele into the Quad Talk studio to get up to speed on what's happening with the fourth member of the Rotor Riot squad. Steele talks about how he went from working as a drone repair technician at Atlanta Hobby to becoming one of the most well known FPV pilots in the world today.
Feb 24, 2016•1 hr 42 min
In this episode, KaNoodle and VonQuad chat with Chad Nowak of Rotor Riot. Chad reflects on how he got from flying radio controlled gliders in Australia to becoming the first World Champion FPV quad pilot on the planet. He takes us on a ride from his humble beginnings in his native land to becoming the sports first world champion to meeting up with the guys that eventually evolve into Rotor Riot.
Feb 20, 2016•1 hr 7 min