Join hosts, Fig and Repete, as they bring in some great aviation raconteurs to relate the glamorous, hilarious, poignant, tragic, and incredible tales of aviati...
From a kid watching F-16s in Albuquerque to flying the legendary AV-8B Harrier, Warren’s journey into Marine Corps aviation is packed with twists, challenges, and near-disasters. It all started with a recruiter’s dare and his mother’s skepticism—fueling his path from Navy ROTC to the cockpit of one of the most unique aircraft in military aviation.
But the road to the sky wasn’t easy. Warren overcame a broken leg in flight school, a last-minute major change, and grueling combat missions over Iraq and Afghanistan. He pulls back the curtain on white-knuckle night sorties, navigating strict rules of engagement, and managing fuel over hostile terrain—where a single mistake could mean disaster.
Then there’s the moment that gives this episode its title: a functional check flight gone horribly wrong. At 18,000 feet, Warren found himself in an uncontrolled spin… with no engine. How did he survive? You’ll have to listen to find out.
This episode is loaded with hidden gems—including a jaw-dropping story of rebuilding Harrier engines in record time after catastrophic water contamination in Afghanistan.
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That's Us You Moron! Episode 150
🎙️Episode 150: Fast Eddie Ed Cobleigh—Fighter Pilot & Aviation Adventure Author
Strap in for a high-speed, low-drag episode as we welcome “Fast Eddie” Ed Cobleigh—fighter pilot, weapons instructor, and best-selling aviation author. If you’ve ever dreamed of pulling 5 Gs, dodging bureaucracy, and outmaneuvering enemy fire, this episode puts you right in the cockpit.
Fast Eddie shares pulse-pounding tales, from weaving through the fog over Loch Ness (yes, with an entire flight of jets) to nearly giving the Shah of Iran a Maverick missile in the keester! He dishes on precision bombing with the Air Force, teaching Navy pilots a thing or two, and somehow calling a Luftwaffe-designed French brothel home. (Because, naturally.)
This episode delivers adrenaline, laughs, and jaw-dropping near-misses—the kind that make your palms sweat and your respect for tactical aircraft skyrocket.
🔥 Listen NOW, share with your squadron (real or imaginary), and remember:
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My Leading Edge Episode 149
This week on So There I Was, Jeff & Jay Moss join us to share their unique journeys as Army attack pilots and men of faith. From the cockpit to the home front, their paths have been shaped by battlefield decisions and life’s toughest challenges—the kind that test both the body and the soul.
Jeff has faced the crucible of war. Jay has forged his own path, carrying on the family legacy as an attack pilot. Through it all, faith, family bonds, and even a connection to a former President have shaped their journey.
Their book, My Leading Edge (co-authored by Jeff & Camille Moss), is a powerful testament to resilience through faith. Facing incredible fear, helplessness and uncertainty when their beautiful daughter, Mallory, experienced life-threatening seizures and were told neither a cure nor a treatment were likely they turned to faith and friends. When Jeff’s faith was shaken, Camille’s remained steadfast. When she struggled, he found the strength to lift them both. Together, they weathered life’s storms—offering a road map for perseverance, trust, and the unshakable power of belief.
🔥 Listen now! | 📖 Read My Leading Edge
And here's a link to the video where, for the first time, two generations of one family got to fly together as Pilots-in-Command of two generations of Army Attack helicopters.
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You Can Run, But You'll Just Die Tired Episode 148
Buckle up for a wild ride with A-10 Warthog pilots T-Dub and Quintana! From dodging bureaucracy to dodging bullets, these two bring hilarious and jaw-dropping combat stories straight from the cockpit. Hear about strafing tanks in Iraq, the legendary Kandahar Unicorn, and why British Special Forces will obliterate anyone who messes with their dog.
Expect fighter pilot pranks, piddle pack nightmares, and some highly questionable call signs. Oh, and did we mention an explosion of 200 barrels of oil? If you love aviation, military humor, and tales of airborne mayhem, this episode is guns hot!
🎧 Listen now for the best A-10 Warthog pilot stories you’ll ever hear!
Below are a couple HUD and ground videos we talked about during the episode!
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It's Like Surfing in the Sky Episode 147
From ‘Worm’ to ‘Wolfy’: A wild ride through a career in Naval Aviaton
What happens when a determined young man with a dream of flying almost misses his shot—only to have fate (and a sharp-eyed Naval Officer) step in? Wolfy joins us to share his incredible journey: from nearly missing his chance to serve, to nailing the perfect interview, to never, ever quitting.
Along the way, he’ll crack you up with stories of how ‘Worm’ became ‘Wolfy’, and drop some unexpectedly deep wisdom—like what it’s like to attend your own funeral. Oh, and did we mention he’s worked alongside the elite Navy SEALs and somehow made it into the Blue Angels? Yeah, buckle up for this one.
Laugh, learn, and get inspired—you won’t want to miss this episode of So There I Was!
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Join hosts, Fig and Repete, as they bring in some great aviation raconteurs to relate the glamorous, hilarious, poignant, tragic, and incredible tales of aviation. You’ll laugh. You’ll cry. You’ll laugh ’til you cry, but you’ll never be bored!
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