On the Horizon RC Podcast

S3 Episode 12: Our Favorite Things From 2022

Welcome to the On the Horizon RC Podcast!

In this episode, we're talking all some of our favorite moments, products, and experiences of 2022. Join us as we sit down with industry experts Todd Hodge, Ali Machinchy, and Derek Sachtleben. With so much that happened in 2022, it was hard to keep this episode as short as we normally do, but we hope you enjoy it. So whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, this episode of the On the Horizon RC Podcast is perfect for anyone who wants to stay up-to-date on the latest and greatest in the RC community. Don't forget to subscribe, rate and review, and join us next time for another exciting episode of On the Horizon RC Podcast!

S2 Episode 11: Dennis Michael - Litespeed Airshows

Wow, we made it to the end of our second year of podcasting!

 

This episode is a fun one as we sit down with one of the most passionate RC community contributors out there, Mr. Dennis Michael. As the founder of Litespeed airshows, he's made it his life's mission to educate elementary-aged kids about aviation and STEM to engage and inspire them. He's also a life-long modeler and a very accomplished RC Pilot. We hope you enjoy today's show and have a very happy holiday weekend! We will have a bonus episode next week too!

 

To learn more about Litespeed or donate to their cause please visit: https://litespeedairshow.com/

 

S2 Episode 10: Javier Saez - Operation 11 Charlie

Today's episode is really special as we interview the founder of Operation 11 Charlie, Mr. Javier Saez. This organization is dedicated to helping veterans with PTSD through using RC Crawling as a means to escape and relax. After listening we hope you'll reach out to support OP11C and you can find donation links below. What an AMAZING Organization.

 

 

Links to Products you heard about today:

Real Flight Evolution: https://www.horizonhobby.com/product/realflight-evolution-rc-flight-simulator-software-only/RFL2001.html

Axial Capra UTB18:https://www.horizonhobby.com/product/1-18-utb18-capra-4wd-unlimited-trail-buggy-rtr/AXI01002.html

Spektrum iX14: https://www.horizonhobby.com/product/ix14-14-channel-dsmx-transmitter-only/SPMR14000.html

 

 

 

Links to Support OP11C:

Go Fund Me: https://www.gofundme.com/f/m77u7e-operation-11-charlie

Apparel: https://operation-11-charlie.creator-spring.com/?

Paypal Donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate?business=operation11charlie%40gmail.com&item_name=Operation+11+Charlie+Inc.¤cy_code=USD

 

 

 

S2 Episode 9: John Adams - Spektrum R&D

In this episode with sit down with the legendary John Adams. With an entire career at Horizon, John has been around for the development of 2.4, SAFE, AS3X, AVC and many more innovations. We get a glimpse inside of the R&D lab and how John has become a legend in the RC industry. Enjoy!

Products Discussed in the intro:

 

https://www.horizonhobby.com/product/beechcraft-d18-1.5m-bnf-basic/EFL106250.html

https://www.horizonhobby.com/product/1-6-scx6-trail-honcho-4wd-rtr/AXI05001.html

https://www.horizonhobby.com/product/fun-scale-pt-19-pnp-56.5/HAN3180.html

https://www.horizonhobby.com/product/f-16-thunderbirds-80mm-edf-bnf-basic-with-as3x-and-safe-select/EFL87950.html

https://www.horizonhobby.com/search?q=Arrma+Boost&search-button=&lang=default

 

 

 

 

 

S2 Episode 8: Zane Smith - Driver of the Ford F-150 #38 Nascar World Camping Series Truck

Welcome back podcast fans! We are back for 2022 with a great list of guests. Kicking things off is Zane Smith, driver of the #38 F-150 in the NASCAR world camping truck series. Zane is not only an incredible driver, he's a young man with a lot of accomplishments in his career. In this episode we discuss how he got started, how RC has been a part of his life and what he's looking forward to in the 2022 season.

 

Check out Zane Smith's social media here:

https://www.instagram.com/zanesmith77/

 

 

S2 Episode 7: Evan Turner -FIVE33 Owner, DRL Champion and 3 Time MultiGP Champion

In this episode we were able to catch up with the legend himself, Mr. Evan Turner. At 18 years old, he's taken the drone racing world by storm competing on a national and international stage. Winning his third MultiGP championship and taking home a DRL championship all before he has turned 19 has really been an inspiration to so many. Evan is wise beyond his years and has a lot to say about his journey through life which is quite different than the average 18 year old. 

 

Enjoy and Happy Holidays! See you guys next year :)

S2 Episode 6: Brian Smolik - Big Squid RC

This week, Chris and Steve catch up with Brian Smolik from Big Squid RC. We get to know him a little more, find out where the name Big Squid really came from, what his favorite RC of all time is and some of the trends he sees in the RC market today. 

Brian is the owner of Bigsquirdrc.com and brings news to the masses when it comes to anything radio controlled. Reviews, news, contests and more. Please make sure to check out www.bigsquidrc.com

S2 Episode 5: Matthew Kett - Scale Builders Guild

This week Chris and Steve catch up with Matthew Kett. A master scale builder and the man behind Scale Builders Guild. He's been bringing people together online and sharing knowledge in the scale RC space long enough to have built hundreds of awesome builds. 

www.scalebuildersguild.com

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/8imthatguy8

 

Steam Jeep: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cg9TobvrIYE

S2 Episode 4: Michael McDowell - NASCAR Cup Series Driver who Started with RC

It all started with RC for Michael McDowell. He's been quite the rising star in the world of NASCAR and he certainly has had an awesome career as of late. He's been driving for Frontrow Motorsports in the #34 Mustang. Recently Horizon Hobby had the pleasure of sponsoring Michael and FRM in three races this Cup Series season. We catch up with Michael to hear about his background and his love with RC vehicles. 

S2 Episode 3: Nathan Saylor - Co-founder of The RC Saylors YouTube Channel

Hey podcast fans! In this episode we were able to catch up with the world-famous Nathan Saylor from the RC Saylors. If you haven't been living under a rock in the last 10 years, you know all about their amazing YouTube channel. This episode was recorded live at the 2021 Horizon Hobby RC Fest and it was great to record in person again. We were able to grab Nathan off the crawler track for a really awesome interview. 

A huge thanks to Abby Saylor for letting us steal Nathan for a few minutes!

 

If you've not subscribed to their channel yet, please do! Also don't forget to visit their website and sign up for their weekly email for free RC product.

 

https://www.youtube.com/c/TheRcSaylors

www.thercsaylors.com