90 episodes

Flight Suit Friday was a created by a group of Coast Guard Aviators to share stories, discuss the art of search and rescue, and most importantly, to revel in this demanding, yet impossibly rewarding, job. Also, check us out on Instagram @flightsuitfriday

For any Coasties out there past or present, aviators, sailors, watchstanders - there are tales of heroism and rules of life we can all live by and enjoy listening to. We hope to expand our reach beyond the Mighty 65 as the show goes on.

Hosts: LT Nick Litchfield, LT Rob Mineo, LT Max Sherno
Social Media: LT Miranda Fay
Creator & Producer: LCDR Ryan Vandehei
Editor & Technical Expert: Chuck Seay
Prior Hosts: LCDR Nathan Shakespeare, LCDR Kenny Ingram, LCDR Sam Hafensteiner

Disclaimer:
The views, information, or opinions expressed during the Flight Suit Friday podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not represent those of the United States Coast Guard or any other government agency. The primary purpose of this podcast series is to educate and inform. This podcast does not constitute or replace official policy guidance from the speakers nor the United States Coast Guard.

Flight Suit Friday Ryan Vandehei

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Flight Suit Friday was a created by a group of Coast Guard Aviators to share stories, discuss the art of search and rescue, and most importantly, to revel in this demanding, yet impossibly rewarding, job. Also, check us out on Instagram @flightsuitfriday

For any Coasties out there past or present, aviators, sailors, watchstanders - there are tales of heroism and rules of life we can all live by and enjoy listening to. We hope to expand our reach beyond the Mighty 65 as the show goes on.

Hosts: LT Nick Litchfield, LT Rob Mineo, LT Max Sherno
Social Media: LT Miranda Fay
Creator & Producer: LCDR Ryan Vandehei
Editor & Technical Expert: Chuck Seay
Prior Hosts: LCDR Nathan Shakespeare, LCDR Kenny Ingram, LCDR Sam Hafensteiner

Disclaimer:
The views, information, or opinions expressed during the Flight Suit Friday podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not represent those of the United States Coast Guard or any other government agency. The primary purpose of this podcast series is to educate and inform. This podcast does not constitute or replace official policy guidance from the speakers nor the United States Coast Guard.

    E89: First Responder PTSD

    E89: First Responder PTSD

    Welcome! As Mental Health Awareness Month draws to a close, the team called Kenny and Ryan to pinch hit with Nick and a special guest, CAPT Patrick Dill. CAPT Dill has been spearheading a campaign to better track and take care of Coasties from all communities, even the ones who float on boats. He shares some phenomenal insight into how we are taking care of our people. The team discusses doing better as an organization, but also doing better as friends.
    If you need help, please dont hesitate to go to CGSUPRT.com the password to log in is USCG.
    As always, check us out on Instagram @flightsuitfriday
    We plan to release shows on a bi-weekly basis. On Fridays of course!
    Hosts: LT Nick Litchfield, LT Rob Mineo, LT Max Sherno, LT Miranda Fay, LT Leigha Steinbeck 
    Producer/Creator: LCDR Ryan Vandehei
    Technical Director & Editor: Chuck Seay
    Social Media Director: LT Miranda Fay
    Past Hosts: LCDR Sam Hafensteiner, LCDR Nate Shakespeare, LCDR Kenny Ingram
    Disclaimer:The views, information, or opinions expressed during the Flight Suit Friday podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not represent those of the United States Coast Guard or any other government agency. The primary purpose of this podcast series is to educate and inform. This podcast does not constitute or replace official policy guidance from the speakers nor the United States Coast Guard.

    • 1 hr 5 min
    E88 Jason Quinn, The Real ResQ

    E88 Jason Quinn, The Real ResQ

    The team sits down Jason Quinn from The Real ResQ Podcast and discusses his former life as a Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer, his current adventures, and new rescue gear! Tune in and hear some different perspectives and techniques on high risk rescues!
    As always, check us out on Instagram @flightsuitfriday
    We plan to release shows on a bi-weekly basis. On Fridays of course!
    Hosts: LT Nick Litchfield, LT Rob Mineo, LT Max Sherno, LT Miranda Fay, LT Leigha Steinbeck 
    Producer/Creator: LCDR Ryan Vandehei
    Technical Director & Editor: Chuck Seay
    Social Media Director: LT Miranda Fay
    Past Hosts: LCDR Sam Hafensteiner, LCDR Nate Shakespeare, LCDR Kenny Ingram
    Disclaimer:The views, information, or opinions expressed during the Flight Suit Friday podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not represent those of the United States Coast Guard or any other government agency. The primary purpose of this podcast series is to educate and inform. This podcast does not constitute or replace official policy guidance from the speakers nor the United States Coast Guard.

    • 1 hr
    E87 2024 Women in Aviation Conference Pt. 1

    E87 2024 Women in Aviation Conference Pt. 1

    Normally behind the scenes, Miranda Fay takes the mic to kick off our Women in Aviation International Conference coverage. Miranda is joined by 6 junior aviation members to talk about their experience at the conference, provide insight to the importance of the conference and talk about the take aways from the weekend. It’s not often we get to highlight our most junior members, so shout out to AMT3 Gina Ryan, AET3 Nacole Nader, AMT2 Megan Howard, AMT3 Winter Smith, AMT2 Alex Roper, and AMT3 Melanie Andrews for sharing your experiences with us!
    As always, check us out on Instagram @flightsuitfriday
    We plan to release shows on a bi-weekly basis. On Fridays of course!
    Hosts: LT Nick Litchfield, LT Rob Mineo, LT Max Sherno, LT Miranda Fay, LT Leigha Steinbeck 
    Producer/Creator: LCDR Ryan Vandehei
    Technical Director & Editor: Chuck Seay
    Social Media Director: LT Miranda Fay
    Past Hosts: LCDR Sam Hafensteiner, LCDR Nate Shakespeare, LCDR Kenny Ingram
    Disclaimer:The views, information, or opinions expressed during the Flight Suit Friday podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not represent those of the United States Coast Guard or any other government agency. The primary purpose of this podcast series is to educate and inform. This podcast does not constitute or replace official policy guidance from the speakers nor the United States Coast Guard.

    • 29 min
    E86 CDR Doug Watson (ret.) and CG 6020 Pt. 2

    E86 CDR Doug Watson (ret.) and CG 6020 Pt. 2

    The team welcomes CDR Doug Watson (ret.). Doug recounts his experience from a survivors perspective as an HH-60 pilot whose helicopter entered the water during the dramatic M/V Selendang Ayu SAR case!
    P.S. Sam was last seen shredding some gnar in Europe, we really don't know where he is this time..
    Nick is still learning how to upload files to the internet so apologies for the day late episode drop!!
    As always, check us out on Instagram @flightsuitfriday
    We plan to release shows on a bi-weekly basis. On Fridays of course!
    Hosts: LT Nick Litchfield, LT Rob Mineo, LT Max Sherno
    Producer/Creator: LCDR Ryan Vandehei
    Technical Director & Editor: Chuck Seay
    Social Media Director: LT Miranda Fay
    Past Hosts: LCDR Sam Hafensteiner, LCDR Nate Shakespeare, and LCDR Kenny Ingram 
    Disclaimer:The views, information, or opinions expressed during the Flight Suit Friday podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not represent those of the United States Coast Guard or any other government agency. The primary purpose of this podcast series is to educate and inform. This podcast does not constitute or replace official policy guidance from the speakers nor the United States Coast Guard.

    • 59 min
    E85 CDR Doug Watson (ret.) and CG 6020 Pt. 1

    E85 CDR Doug Watson (ret.) and CG 6020 Pt. 1

    The team welcomes CDR Doug Watson (ret.). Doug recounts his experience from a survivors perspective as an HH-60 pilot whose helicopter entered the water during the dramatic M/V Selendang Ayu SAR case!
    If you're at WAI, go find Miranda (our IG Guru), she is currently hosting the show down in Orlando!
    P.S. Sam's feet are cold from all the amazing skiing he's been doing in Europe so we think he's heading back to the states soon
    As always, check us out on Instagram @flightsuitfriday
    We plan to release shows on a bi-weekly basis. On Fridays of course!
    Hosts: LT Nick Litchfield, LT Rob Mineo, LT Max Sherno
    Producer/Creator: LCDR Ryan Vandehei
    Technical Director & Editor: Chuck Seay
    Social Media Director: LT Miranda Fay
    Past Hosts: LCDR Sam Hafensteiner, LCDR Nate Shakespeare
    Disclaimer:The views, information, or opinions expressed during the Flight Suit Friday podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not represent those of the United States Coast Guard or any other government agency. The primary purpose of this podcast series is to educate and inform. This podcast does not constitute or replace official policy guidance from the speakers nor the United States Coast Guard.

    • 56 min
    E84: Hangardeck Stories

    E84: Hangardeck Stories

    We have a great show this Friday with LT Brian Dugal. He and Nick regale stories of hangardeck life before they switched to the dark side of officership and pilotage. Leigh Steinbeck joins as well to back up Nick as a host!
    If you're at WAI, go find Miranda (our IG Guru), she'll be hosting the show down in Orlando!
    P.S. Sam thought Zurmat was too fancy, so he's in the back country of Switzerland now!
    As always, check us out on Instagram @flightsuitfriday
    We plan to release shows on a bi-weekly basis. On Fridays of course!
    Hosts: LT Nick Litchfield, LT Rob Mineo, LT Max Sherno
    Producer/Creator: LCDR Ryan Vandehei
    Technical Director & Editor: Chuck Seay
    Social Media Director: LT Miranda Fay
    Past Hosts: LCDR Kenny Ingram, LCDR Sam Hafensteiner, LCDR Nate Shakespeare
    Disclaimer:The views, information, or opinions expressed during the Flight Suit Friday podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not represent those of the United States Coast Guard or any other government agency. The primary purpose of this podcast series is to educate and inform. This podcast does not constitute or replace official policy guidance from the speakers nor the United States Coast Guard.

    • 1 hr 7 min

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