The Spotters Podcast

Join us as Brennen Tse shares his journey into aviation photography, capturing historic aircraft like the Harrier and F-35, and the challenges of documenting aviation history through stunning visuals.

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Today we're setting records with Melanie Curtis, she's a world record skydiver, author, coach keynote speaker, Sun 'n Fun scooter race director and on todays show she's talking about turning fear into confidence!

You can find more about Melanie on her webpage at ⁠melaniecurtis.com⁠

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In this episode, we sit down with motorsport & aviation photographer Camden Thrasher to explore how he’s redefined what it means to capture speed. Known for his signature use of motion blur and abstract composition, Camden shares how he transforms high-speed racing & jets in the wild into something you don’t just see—but feel. We dive into his journey from engineering to full-time creative, his approach to shooting endurance racing at the highest level, and the mindset behind creating images that prioritize emotion over perfection. From the chaos to the quiet moments in between, this conversation is all about pushing creative boundaries and telling stories at full velocity.

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In this episode, Brandon and Oscar discuss the Vero Beach Air Show experience, photography tips, and upcoming Oshkosh plans, sharing insights for aviation enthusiasts and photographers.

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Join us as Ben Hogarth, tells his story about the journey of being a spectator to becoming a dedicated Stuart Air Show board member; from city official to aviation enthusiast, revealing behind-the-scenes details, biggest challenges, and exciting innovations shaping the future of air shows.

Learn more about the Stuart Airshow at https://www.stuartairshow.com/

Join us as David Jackman shares his insights and experiences capturing stunning military aviation photos at the Hyundai Air & Sea Show in Miami. Discover tips on gear, techniques, and the unique challenges of shooting aircraft over water and cityscapes.

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In this episode, we sit down with legendary aviation photographer José “Fuji” Ramos to explore a career that lives far beyond the viewfinder. From strapping into the backseat of high-performance military jets to enduring the physical demands of high-G flight, Fuji shares what it truly takes to capture aviation at its most raw and real. We dive into the trust built with elite pilots and squadrons, the split-second timing required to nail “the shot,” and the stories behind some of his most iconic images. This conversation goes beyond photography—it’s about access, adrenaline, and a lifetime spent documenting flight from the edge of the experience itself.

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At the age of 17 Ryan Melendez was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, he was determined to fight it and become an accomplished pilot. In this Bonus episode we hear Ryan's story, how he fought cancer, flew during chemo and became an inspiration to young kids who also fought with cancer. Warriors with wings project is aiming to bring pilot simulators to pediatric hospitals to inspire young people with aviation as a healing tool, donating to cancer research and hopes to inspire change with the FAA policies obtaining medical certificates.

Learn more about the non-profit by visiting warriorswithwings.com

JC Ruiz returns to share his insight in what he describes the Super Bowl of Airshows happening Memorial Day Weekend in Miami Beach; the Hyundai Air and Sea Show. We're talking turquoise waters, vape, afterburners and of course the Thunderbirds return to Miami. It's been well over 26 years since they have flown over Miami Beach.

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Listen how Heather Fields & Oscar Socarras recap a week of airshows, dynamic static displays and the amazing experience that Sun 'n Fun 2026 was.

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