Best Chuck Newton Podcasts (2025)

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No Show – 19 June 2025 3:00

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🎙️ No New Episode This Week – But Wait… It’s a Good Thing! 🎙️ Last week’s So There I Was with Dos Gringos clocked in at over 2 hours and 15 minutes — a wild ride packed with laughs, songs, and unforgettable stories. Add in some tech gremlins this week, and we figured: let’s give you a little more time to soak it all in. If you haven’t heard it yet …

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We're Gonna Piss on That Episode 163 2:21:58

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This very long—but hilarious and heartfelt—episode dives deep into fighter pilot culture; think less dogfights, more Dos Gringos. We sat down with the irreverent band, their musical wingmen from Los Gringos, and the founders of Winglore Spirits to talk whiskey, war stories, squadron bars, and the art of laughing at yourself. You’ll hear about bad r…

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I Was Only Going to Hit One Episode 162 1:44:25

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She’s five feet tall and larger than life! She once grounded an entire A&P school’s ego. Meet Mary Latimer — a pilot, mechanic, controller, examiner, and walking aviation pioneer. In this episode, she narrowly avoids lawn-darting a Cessna 172 from 5,000 feet with no elevator control using trim like a Jedi, and managed a mag failure mid-checkride. S…

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A Case of Scotch the Hard Way Episode 161 1:30:13

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Ben Densley joins So There I Was to share his extraordinary journey—opening with a terrifying incident during a night parachute jump on to becoming a Green Beret, then a helicopter pilot in Vietnam. He recalls intense special forces training, covert operations in Laos, and flying for Air America in combat zones. Ben speaks candidly about the danger…

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The Path into Politics and An Attempt to Reduce Recovery Rights for Injury Victims - with Senator Overture Walker 51:57

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Vincent and Joel sit down with guest, new Senator Overture Walker, to discuss his family roots in Sumter, his education at U.S.C., how he got his start in Politics, his goals for his tenure as a Senator, how it feels being in the super minority of Senate Democrats, Problems with the Insurance Industry, SCOUT MOTORS Plant, School Vouchers, and what …

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Young Guns Episode 160

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This week we hand the mic to Pisser — a Marine aviator whose call sign isn’t an insult… it’s a proven skill… Yes, he really can clear a 15-passenger van… LENGTH-WISE! From calling in fast movers to dropping bombs and one-liners, Pisser takes us on a high-speed run through the hilarity and hazards of military aviation. He crushed flight school, buil…

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LIVE! SINE DIE 2025 - Legislators Come Down for a Drink 1:42:58

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Sine Die and the end of session create a fervor of activity at the State's Capital! Vincent and Joel sit down and have a few drinks at Tin Roof across from the Capitol Building. As Senators and Representatives finish up session, they walk across the street, join in on the drinks, and answer some pressing questions for South Carolina's most informat…

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Tracer Fire; I Sorta Took That Personally Episode 159 1:38:28

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In this riveting episode of So There I Was, we sit down with John “Apache 2-3” Haugen, a Vietnam-era Army aviator with stories that span from the draft line in 1968 to combat flying in the Mekong Delta. John shares how he dodged a ground-pounder fate by heading to Officer Candidate School, ultimately flying slicks and accumulating over 900 hours of…

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The Enigmatic Aviator Episode 158 1:33:32

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Dr. David Hamilton, retired surgeon and award-winning historian joins us to to discuss his upcoming book The Enigmatic Aviator: Charles Lindbergh Revisited (out May 21, 2025—on the 98th anniversary of Lindbergh’s legendary flight to Paris). Dr. Hamilton unveils the lesser-known side of Lindbergh—his pivotal contributions to medical science, organ p…

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LIVE! with the Leadership Columbia Class of 2025 - Guest Harry Lightsey III, SC Secretary of Commerce 57:08

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Vincent and Joel sit down LIVE with SC Secretary of Commerce, Harry Lightsey III, before the Leadership Columbia class of 2025 in the Palmetto Club. Hear the famous segment "Bourbon Briefs" where the senators recap the most recent events in the Capitol, legislative pay raises, further gubernatorial controversy, and more! Then listen to the Senators…

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The Longest Rescue Episode 157 2:08:11

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Bill Robinson recounts the harrowing story of being shot down over North Vietnam in 1965 during a rescue mission gone sideways. What followed was nearly eight years as a prisoner of war — making him the longest-held enlisted POW in American history. From in-flight helicopter refueling with 55-gallon drums to the chaos of capture, jungle survival, t…

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Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable Episode 156 1:42:40

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Former U.S. Coast Guard rescue swimmer Jason “Quinny” Quinn shares the harrowing story behind the Distinguished Flying Cross he earned after saving five people from a burning ship in the Bering Sea. With only one helicopter and 26 people reported in the water, Quinn was deployed near the vessel Galaxy as it rolled violently in 25-foot seas. Swimmin…

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He's Guilty, But He's a Nice Guy Episode 155 1:19:08

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In this unforgettable episode of So There I Was, Howie Franklin—the only steward to serve five U.S. Presidents aboard Air Force One—joins us for an incredible deep dive into presidential history. With unmatched humor, insight, and warmth, Howie shares behind-the-scenes stories about Presidents Clinton, Reagan, Carter, Bush, and Ford. From rock-and-…

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Making a Difference and Listening to Constituents - with Representative Nathan Ballentine (R) 1:00:53

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Vincent and Joel sit down with guest, Representative Nathan Ballentine, to talk about updates on the legislative session, his years of public service, how he got into politics, and his extraordinary flag football expertise. Hear what voters really care about, the divide between public service and voter interaction, higher education's budget, charte…

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You've Got Me in Steerage Episode 154 1:15:09

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In this episode, Howie Franklin, the only flight steward to serve five U.S. Presidents aboard Air Force One, joins us with jaw-dropping stories from a life lived at the center of American history. It kicks off with a story with former Marine Commandant General Krulak and quickly dives into Howie’s early days — from rubbing elbows with celebs on Fir…

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We're Gonna Get Skinny Episode 153 1:26:18

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In this high-speed, low-altitude ride of So There I Was, the guest—a decorated WSO in both the F-111 Aardvark and F-15E Strike Eagle—shares some of the most intense moments of his flying career.He takes us over the Nevada desert at Mach 1.3 and just 100 feet above ground level. He recalls near-misses, like narrowly avoiding an A-10 while threading …

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The Sane vs the Insane - with Guest Representative Justin Bamberg 1:03:16

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Vincent and Joel sit down with guest, Representative Justin Bamberg, from Bamberg County, to discuss representing a small county, Justin's background and family, his practice as an attorney, becoming a civil rights lawyer, the unfortunate shift to Washington style politics at the State House, his controversial take on the income tax, and so much mo…

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500 Looks at the Ball Episode 152 2:00:31

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In August 2017, about 100 miles west of Key West, a Yort found himself in a tense moment during what was supposed to be a routine intercept mission. After being redirected to the Phantom airspace, he learned an aircraft might have gone down—a chilling way for any aviation story to turn serious. That moment of uncertainty launched a gripping tale th…

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Ass Over Teakettle in a Spin Episode 151 2:02:41

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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.B…

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Education and Public Works - With Guest Representative Shannon Erickson and Andrew Wylam 1:00:36

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Vincent and Joel sit down with guest, Shannon Erickson, chairman of the House Education and Public Works Committee, and discuss education in SC, early childhood care, key issues in public safety, autism care, and so much more! Hear about SC’s proposed liability changes, the state budget, the battle between the senate finance and the Treasurers offi…

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That's Us You Moron! Episode 150 1:45:46

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🎙️Episode 150: Fast Eddie Ed Cobleigh—Fighter Pilot & Aviation Adventure AuthorStrap 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…

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My Leading Edge Episode 149 2:00:00

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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 …

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You Can Run, But You'll Just Die Tired Episode 148 1:40:01

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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.Ex…

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Tax Reform, Economic Development, and Celebrating the Revolutionary War - with Representative Brandon Newton AND CEO of SC250, Molly Fortune 1:02:42

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Vincent and Joel sit down with guest, Molly Fortune, to discuss celebrating SC's role in winning the revolutionary war! They then speak with Representative, Brandon Newton, to discuss raising teacher pay, serving on Ways and Means committee, tax reform, national political scene, Nancy Mace's new controversy, and so much more! Hear about the new "fr…

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It's Like Surfing in the Sky Episode 147 1:39:36

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From ‘Worm’ to ‘Wolfy’: A wild ride through a career in Naval AviatonWhat 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, e…

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Don't Get Shot Episode 146 1:16:31

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JTAC Combat Stories with Black Rifle Coffee’s JTThis week, So There I Was takes a wild turn as we welcome JT—combat veteran, Air Force JTAC, and co-founder of Black Rifle Coffee Company. Not only is he a certified badass, but he also runs a fund to support veterans and first responders—because great coffee and great causes go hand in hand.Surviving…

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LIVE! From the SC Realtor Association's Annual Conference - with Guest, Speaker Pro Tempore, Tommy Pope 1:05:21

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For the Third Year in a row Vincent and Joel host the podcast from the SC Realtor's Association Annual Conference with Guest, Speaker Pro Tempore Tommy Pope, and discuss what REALLY happened to the mysterious 1.8 billion, controversial funding issues for South Carolina's education system, school vouchers, updates on Nancy Mace's and Alan Wilson's G…

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I'll Ram the Cockpit You Take the Tail Episode 145 1:58:04

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Lucky may be the most fitting callsign ever. On September 11, 2001, she and her squadron were caught off guard—just like the rest of the nation. Thrust into an unprecedented mission, they had to adapt and overcome in real-time.In this gripping firsthand account, hear how Lucky responded to the attacks, the challenges she faced, and why she still be…

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Chuck Todd - Local Reporting, After Meet the Press, and the Modern Age of Politics 1:10:47

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Joel sits down with guest, Chuck Todd, to discuss all things political reporting. They talk about combatting the rise of antisemitism in the US, effective reporting, aftermath of meet the press, how Chuck got started in politics, the benefits and detriments of AI in reporting, Lee Bandy, how to repair local news and communities, tribalism’s negativ…

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Put a Check Runway Strip Over the Guys You Don’t Want to Kill Episode 144 1:51:01

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This week on So There I Was, we sit down with Dan from the Danger Close podcast—an active-duty ATC Tower Controller with a wealth of experience keeping the skies safe.Dan takes us inside the tower, where every day is a mix of routine operations, high-pressure moments, and the occasional heart-stopping emergency. Ever wondered what really happens wh…

Chuck Newton Podcasts

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So There I Was

Chuck Newton and Pete Harmon

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Bourbon in The Back Room

Vincent Sheheen and Joel Lourie

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No Show – 19 June 2025 3:00

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We're Gonna Piss on That Episode 163 2:21:58

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I Was Only Going to Hit One Episode 162 1:44:25

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A Case of Scotch the Hard Way Episode 161 1:30:13

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The Path into Politics and An Attempt to Reduce Recovery Rights for Injury Victims - with Senator Overture Walker 51:57

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Young Guns Episode 160

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LIVE! SINE DIE 2025 - Legislators Come Down for a Drink 1:42:58

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Tracer Fire; I Sorta Took That Personally Episode 159 1:38:28

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The Enigmatic Aviator Episode 158 1:33:32

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LIVE! with the Leadership Columbia Class of 2025 - Guest Harry Lightsey III, SC Secretary of Commerce 57:08

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The Longest Rescue Episode 157 2:08:11

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Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable Episode 156 1:42:40

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He's Guilty, But He's a Nice Guy Episode 155 1:19:08

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Making a Difference and Listening to Constituents - with Representative Nathan Ballentine (R) 1:00:53

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You've Got Me in Steerage Episode 154 1:15:09

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We're Gonna Get Skinny Episode 153 1:26:18

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The Sane vs the Insane - with Guest Representative Justin Bamberg 1:03:16

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500 Looks at the Ball Episode 152 2:00:31

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Ass Over Teakettle in a Spin Episode 151 2:02:41

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Education and Public Works - With Guest Representative Shannon Erickson and Andrew Wylam 1:00:36

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That's Us You Moron! Episode 150 1:45:46

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My Leading Edge Episode 149 2:00:00

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You Can Run, But You'll Just Die Tired Episode 148 1:40:01

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Tax Reform, Economic Development, and Celebrating the Revolutionary War - with Representative Brandon Newton AND CEO of SC250, Molly Fortune 1:02:42

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It's Like Surfing in the Sky Episode 147 1:39:36

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Don't Get Shot Episode 146 1:16:31

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LIVE! From the SC Realtor Association's Annual Conference - with Guest, Speaker Pro Tempore, Tommy Pope 1:05:21

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I'll Ram the Cockpit You Take the Tail Episode 145 1:58:04

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Chuck Todd - Local Reporting, After Meet the Press, and the Modern Age of Politics 1:10:47

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Put a Check Runway Strip Over the Guys You Don’t Want to Kill Episode 144 1:51:01