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A weekly podcast about drones and the people who use them for business, fun and research.

Drones And Infrastructure: Matt Dunlevy, SkySkopes

Can drones provide an economic benefit in the energy sector? Matt Dunlevy is President, and founder of SkySkopes, an unmanned aircraft systems flight operations company based in Grand Forks, North Dakota.  SkySkopes offers infrastructure inspections for the energy industry, using high fidelity imaging services on drones.   In this episode of the Drone Radio Show, Matt talks about SkySkopes, the benefits of using drones to inspect energy infrastructure and lessons learned in creating a … [Read more...]

Who’s Advocating For Your Use of Drones: Patrick Egan, sUAS News

Do you know who’s advocating for your use of drones? Patrick Egan is the editor of the Americas Desk at sUAS News and host and Executive Producer of the sUAS News Podcast Series, Drone TV and the Small Unmanned Systems Business Exposition. He also serves as the Director of Special Programs for the Remote Control Aerial Photography Association. Patrick has spent the last 10+ years working as a proponent for the business use of unmanned aircraft systems. He’s here to talk about current … [Read more...]

Drone Racing Goes Big Time: Nick Horbaczewski, Drone Racing League

Have you been following the 2017 Drone Racing League and wondering who’s going to win? Well, we’re not going to divulge that or give any other spoilers in this episode but we are going to hear from someone who will tell us why we should tune-in Nick Horbaczewski is the CEO of the Drone Racing League, the premier racing organization combining world class pilots, iconic locations and proprietary technology to create engaging drone racing content with mass appeal.  The League was formed in … [Read more...]

Road To NAS Integration – Craig Marcinkowski, Gryphon Sensors

Ever wonder if we’re getting closer to integrating drones into the National Airspace? Craig Marcinkowski is the Director of Strategy and Business Development for Gryphon Sensors. Gryphon develops commercial sensor systems for the safe integration of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) into the National Airspace System (NAS). Leveraging six decades of expertise in radar and electronic surveillance sensor research and development from parent company SRC Inc., the company provides innovative … [Read more...]

The View Below The Water – Christine Spiten, Blueye Robotics

Ever wonder what it would be like to pilot an underwater drone? Christine Spiten is the Co-Founder & Chief Global Strategist for Blueye Robotics, a Norwegian based company that seeks to develop and sell the world's finest drone for underwater exploration. The company launched a new product, the Blueye Pioneer, a prosumer personal drone capable of reaching depths of 150 meters and providing an unparalleled user experience.  In this episode of the Drone Radio Show, Christine talks about … [Read more...]

The Business of Women and Drones – Sharon Rossmark, CEO

Are there opportunities for Women in the Drone Industry?   Sharon Rosmark is the founder and CEO of Women And Drones, a new business venture aimed at being the premier global platform for women in the UAS industry. Women in Drones provides a forum for women to share best practices and their preferences for products and services. She is a licensed FAA Remote Pilot and before starting Women in Drones, she was Chief Operating Officer for AeroVista Innovations. For several years, she … [Read more...]

Drones At Home: Arthur Holland Michel, Center for the Study of the Drone

Ever wonder what’s happening at the local and state levels regarding drones? Arthur Holland Michel is founder and editor of the Center for the Study of the Drone at Bard College. The Center examines the novel and complex opportunities and challenges presented by unmanned systems technologies in both the military and civilian sphere. As a freelance writer and editor based in New York City, Arthur has written about unmanned systems, mechanical autonomy, and surveillance. Prior to forming the … [Read more...]

Drones and Search & Rescue – Jay Manley, Dakota Skyhook

Ever wonder how drones can be used in a search and rescue effort? Well before you grab your UAV and rush out the door, you’re going to want hear what today’s guest has to say. Jay Manley is the CEO and owner of Dakota Skyhook, a commercial drone service company in Fargo, North Dakota. Jay also has a long history of search and rescue participation, including actual mission “Finds”. He is a 18-year member of the Civil Air Patrol, with the rank of Lt. Col., has over 600 hours of flying and … [Read more...]

Landing Your UAS Job: Cynthia Cauthern, Transcendence UAS

Are you doing all that you can to find the right career opportunity in the drone industry? Cynthia Cauthern is CEO and founder of Transcendence UAS, a professional recruitment firm specializing in securing the most talented professionals and business leaders for the UAS Industry.  She has over 15 years of success in information technology, executive management search, client relationship management, business development and project management. It’s been said that in the next few years, … [Read more...]

Norway To North Dakota – Bjorn Forsdal, Robot Aviation

Why are foreign UAS Companies coming to the U.S.? Bjorn Forsdal is the President of Robot Aviation USA, an international company based in Norway.  Robot aviation develops and produces unmanned aircraft systems designed to deliver a working solution for the end user.  Their systems will typically be used in inspecting, monitoring, surveying and helping search and rescue operations.  In 2016, Robot Aviation established its US base of operations in Grand Forks, North Dakota.  Bjorn is here to … [Read more...]