Open ended discussions in our community over past days led by some of the finest fliers our sport has seen, left many of us rethinking if we have intensified blurring of lines between optional wants and perceived necessities where things we initially just desired (wants) started feeling essential for survival (needs)

So, if you, like me have been wondering where all this talk is going about then here is a person stepping up to the task.

He's doing his part and I wanted to tell his side.

Let's invite each other now to do our own bit.

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An episode uncovering alchemy of adventure.

I talk with Red Bull X-Alps athlete and vol biv pilot Damien Lacaze, as he opens up about his journey in paragliding, stories from the mountains, and the mindset needed to endure long days in the air.

A straightforward conversation about training, risk, freedom, and the moments that make it all worthwhile.

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In this episode, I talk to Bryan Van Ostheim, the brain behind taking parakite performance to a whole new level.

We talk about what lies beyond the thrill to explore the aerodynamics of freedom, the psychology of flight, and the engineering principles that turn fear into effortless fun.

This is our attempt on bringing you the expert insights on how science and soul can combine to create the ultimate sensation of freedom when one truly wishes for it.

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In this episode I sit with the founder of Gin Gliders, to talk about his 5 decade free flight legacy, Starting with rogallo shaped hang gliders back in the day to pioneering Boomerang competition wings and a million dollars in government funded R&D.

This episode is a tell all tale in discovering how a man who ‘dared to dream big’ defied age, industry giants, and sometimes even physics to build a paragliding empire… and Most Importantly, why he still races against pilots half his age even today.

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On the side lines of recently concluded PWC Krusevo 2025 edition I got to sit down with Maxime in a tell all tale about how we all can approach the sport of paragliding in a way that makes us want to keep taking to the skies with same excitement as we did when we first tasted the art of flight and his story of trials and triumphs that have been an integral part of the learning all this while.

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If you, like me have been curious about the use of artificial intelligence in paragliding, or simply love geeking out over flight tech, then this one is for you.

In this episode, I chat with Supair’s lead harness designer to go behind the scenes of their soon to be released, latest tech heavy Smart Harness System called Skymate, a first of it's kind AI powered harness that senses, anticipates, and even reacts in real time, bringing automotive grade safety to the skies.

In this episode we talk about:

> How machine learning and smart sensors are reshaping flight safety

> The design challenges and breakthroughs behind Skymate

> Real world test flight results and possible future innovations in AI powered paragliding gear

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Want to elevate your paragliding game ?

In this episode, I talk about:

• The morning brain chemistry behind peak focus (Cortisol, sunlight, hydration)

• A simple 5‑step routine to recreate that clarity before ANY flight

• Bonus pro athlete strategies to fight fatigue and sharpen your mind

Perfect for Cross‑country chasers, WC Racers, or anyone who wants to fly with absolute mental clarity/sharpness.

📌 Topics include but are not limited to:

Why morning clarity matters in flight

The science: cortisol, light, movement, hydration

Step‑by‑step pre‑flight routine

Bonus tips from elite athletes & other endurance sports

Subscribe, rate, and hit the bell to stay tuned, In next episode dives deep into visualization techniques and all the jazz that comes with them!

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This time around I sit with Erlend Ukvitne to talk about his journey from dreaming to believing and finally to achieving his dream of racing across the alps in the the most fun way (according to him) possible.

We talk about his mindset for attempting the world record, and his experiences in hike & fly races as he discusses the importance of physical fitness, continuous learning, and the joy of flying.

This episode is a valuable advice for aspiring pilots where we discuss emphasizing the significance of safety and mental resilience while highlighting the need to enjoy the process and stay committed to improvement.

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An attempt at learning the Neuroscience of crises management!

Why? Because my cloud storage crashed, recordings vanished! Remember feeling that stomach dropping panic while flying sometimes?

Come along in this one to explore how your brain handles surprise disasters (in flying & life), and science-backed tricks to stay calm, adapt fast, and rewire your reactions.

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Fly Far. Fly Long. Fly Home:

Ice-climbing world champion and Red Bull athlete Will Gadd dismantles risk intuition, shares his field-tested protocols, and reveals why true safety lives in focus, clarity, and his other go to Mantra's on how to stay safe while chasing adventure out in the wild

In this episode we talk about:

🔹 Consequence over Probability: What differentiates professionals vs amateurs by tackling the what kills vs. what might happen paradox

🔹 Crash Capacity Training: Unconventional drills (from kayak rolls to gym crashes) that build muscle memory for disaster

🔹 STKY Analysis: His "Sh*t That Kills You" filter for life-or-death decisions

🔹 Fear as Diagnostic Data: When panic screams "you’re fucking up" and how to reset instincts

🔹 OODA Loop and his customised protocols to navigate any risky environment with clarity

For paragliders, climbers, executives, and anyone navigating uncertainty. This episode is your field manual for thriving when stakes are highest.

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