Rephonic
Artwork for Leading Edge

Leading Edge

Jack Peploe
Wingsuiting
Skydiving
Human Flight
Wingsuit Flying
Women In Sports
Risk Management
Performance
Wind Tunnel Training
Aerial Maneuvers
Rock Climbing
Visualization
Base Jumping
World Wingsuit League
Skydive Competitions
Wingsuit Performance
Freedom In Flight
Skill Acquisition
Indoor Wingsuit
Sweden
Engineering

Leading Edge explores the art, science, and soul of wingsuiting, through short, powerful conversations with the people redefining human flight.

Hosted by Jack Peploe, SQRL Wingsuit Coach, four-time national wingsuit acro champion, and lifelong student of the sky, each 15-minute episode dives into one focused story or theme: from competition mindset to filmmaking, innovation, and the philosophy of ... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes6Founded5 months ago
Number of ListenersCategories
WildernessSports

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Leading Edge

Latest Episodes

For Arvid Endler, progression in wingsuiting comes from experimentation.

In this episode of Leading Edge, Arvid shares how the wingsuit tunnel became a laboratory for understanding flight, from discovering subtle body inputs to intentionally pushing... more

For Dan Darby, real progression in wingsuiting isn’t about jump numbers or bigger suits, it’s about foundations.

In this episode of Leading Edge, Dan challenges common beliefs around flaring, suit upsizing, and readiness. We explore why mindset matt... more

For Espen Fadnes, risk isn’t about adrenaline, it’s about uncertainty.

In this episode of Leading Edge, Espen breaks down his philosophy on preparation, planning, and personal responsibility in wingsuiting. From competition and high-stakes filming t... more

In this episode of Leading Edge, Fiona shares her journey from engineering and academia to becoming a senior flight master in the wingsuit tunnel. We explore daily discipline, tunnel-driven progression, breaking barriers as a female coach, and why sl... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Exit Point
Exit PointExit Point
Founders
FoundersDavid Senra

Recent Guests

Arvid Endler
Wingsuit pilot and tunnel coach
Independent wingsuit athlete/coacher active in tunnel training
Episode: Arvid Endler: Pushing the Edge of Control in Wingsuit Flight
Dan Darby
Co-owner and coach at Arcus Flight specializing in wingsuit training
Arcus Flight
Episode: Dan Darby: Foundations, Awareness, and Rethinking Wingsuit Progression
Espen Fadnes
Wingsuit skydiver and expert in risk management and performance in human flight.
Episode: Espen Fadnes: Risk, Preparation, and Wearing Seat Belts in Flight
Tomic Kluzniak
Wingsuit pilot known for his precision and creativity in the air.
Episode: Tomic Kluzniak: Precision, Patience, and the Art of Learning to Fly

Host

Jack Peploe
Host of the discussions related to wingsuiting, emphasizing real-life experiences and insights from professionals in the field.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Dan Darby: Foundations, Awareness, and Rethinking Wingsuit Progression
Q: What keeps the people in the sport for decades?
Darby believes those who find enjoyment in various flying disciplines and continue to appreciate the learning process will remain engaged in the sport, while those narrowly focused on one genre may reach personal limits and lose interest.
Dan Darby: Foundations, Awareness, and Rethinking Wingsuit Progression
Q: What's something that the wingsuit community believes strongly about, progression wise, that you fundamentally disagree with?
Darby disagrees with the notion that one must flare to deploy; he argues for using various tools to control airspeed and emphasizes not rushing the foundational skills before progressing.
Dan Darby: Foundations, Awareness, and Rethinking Wingsuit Progression
Q: Was there a moment when teaching and mentoring became as important to you as flying itself?
Darby noted that he began to enjoy helping people achieve their goals when he started working as a tunnel instructor, realizing the impact of effective coaching in a skydiving environment.
Tomic Kluzniak: Precision, Patience, and the Art of Learning to Fly
Q: What kind of work should someone wanting to progress from sky to base put in, and in what order?
Tomic emphasizes the importance of skill acquisition over jump numbers, recommending that individuals start with skydiving and learn to fly their bodies before progressing to wingsuit flying.
Tomic Kluzniak: Precision, Patience, and the Art of Learning to Fly
Q: What drew you towards flight, and how did you find your way into sort of wingsuiting initially?
Tomic discovered wingsuiting by watching videos on YouTube and was initially drawn in by the excitement of base jumping, which he thought was something only superhumans could do. This sparked his journey into the sport.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Leading Edge

What is Leading Edge about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast offers insightful and engaging discussions centered around the sport of wingsuiting, featuring short episodes that typically last about 15 minutes. Episodes cover a wide range of themes, including the psychological aspects of competition, the technicality of flight techniques, and the experiences of athletes pushing the boundaries of human flight. The format allows for deep exploration of individual stories, focusing on the pursuit of mastery in wingsuiting, and often highlights the innovative practices and reflections of notable figures in the sport. The conversations are candid and devoid of unnecessary embellishments, showcasing real-life experiences and lessons from those at the forefront of extreme aviation.

Where can I find podcast stats for Leading Edge?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Leading Edge. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Leading Edge and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Leading Edge get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Leading Edge, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Leading Edge?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Leading Edge, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Leading Edge have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Leading Edge has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Leading Edge?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Leading Edge:

1. Exit Point
2. Founders

How many episodes of Leading Edge are there?

Leading Edge launched 5 months ago and published 6 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Leading Edge?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Leading Edge?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Leading Edge from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Leading Edge?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Leading Edge. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Leading Edge?

Recent guests on Leading Edge include:

1. Arvid Endler
2. Dan Darby
3. Espen Fadnes
4. Tomic Kluzniak

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days