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The Lunatic Fringe Podcast

The Pilot
Skydiving
Extreme Sports
Base Jumping
Tandem Skydiving
Fear
Mental Health
Gyro
Community
Canopy Piloting
Fear Management
Icarus Canopies
Indoor Skydiving
Nepal
NZ Aerosports
Aerosports
PTSD
Competition
Wingsuit Flying
Sky Surfing
Coaching

The Freakin‘ Pilot from Blue Skies Mag talks to some of the worlds premiere, as well as lesser known skydivers and extreme air sports athletes to get their take on living life to the fullest, their paths along the Lunatic Fringe, and how they fit into the mainstream world while living life on the dark side.It’s just as much if not more about why we skydive, parachute and BASE jump as how, and it’s... more

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Back in the can with the Fuckin' co-host Junior Ludvic, he's got some good tips and advice on taking care of your gear while it's down for the winter months, keeping or getting current, dealing with injuries and what the future holds, this time aroun... more

She knew from a pretty young age that she was in a rather unique position. She also knew from a pretty young age that her dad was, well…  cool! Luci Martyn has all the normal childhood memories that most kids do, but those memories are also forever i... more

You'd be hard pressed to find many professions where twenty-five was considered a late start,  but at the top of that very short list would most certainly be Freestyle Motocross, yet late to the game was exactly what Scott Fitzgerald A.K.A Toppdog wa... more

Across multiple generations and varied backgrounds come the European branch of the PD Factory team to share not only the individual paths taken to reach one of the longest and most successful skydiving teams in the sports history; but to share hard l... more

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Recent Guests

Luci Martini
Director at Jyro, formerly NZ Aerosports and Icarus Canopies; part of the rebranding to Jyro
Jyro
Episode: Lunatic Fringe with JYRO's Luci in the Sky!
Scott Fitzgerald
Rider and performer known for Nitro Circus involvement and extreme dirt-bike stunts
Self / Nitro Circus affiliate
Episode: Lunatic Fringe with Scott Fitzgerald
Pablo Hernandez
Spanish canopy pilot, member of the PD Factory team (European division)
PD Factory Team
Episode: Lunatic Fringe with The PD Boys
Brian Vacher
English canopy pilot, long-time PD Factory Team member
PD Factory Team
Episode: Lunatic Fringe with The PD Boys
Armando Fattoruso
Italian skydiver, PD Team member
PD Factory Team
Episode: Lunatic Fringe with The PD Boys
Mario Fattoruso
Italian skydiver, PD Team member
PD Factory Team
Episode: Lunatic Fringe with The PD Boys
Dan Blakeley
Retired skydiver, former tandem instructor and AFF instructor, with extensive video work in the sport
Skydiving community
Episode: Lunatic Fringe with Dan Blakeley
Grey Milner
Skydiver and concrete professional transitioning to a nomadic skydiving lifestyle
Independent skydiver
Episode: Lunatic Fringe with Grey Milner
Antz Hansen
Extreme sports photographer, travel filmmaker, and skydiver from New Zealand
Episode: Lunatic Fringe with Antz Hansen

Host

The Freakin' Pilot
Host and storyteller who engages with a range of guests from the extreme sports community, providing entertaining and insightful dialogues about their experiences and perspectives on skydiving and extreme sports.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 145 ratings
  • The F..cking Pilot

    A trip down to memory lane, hilarious and educational at the same time

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Larryce
    United States3 years ago
  • Freakin' FUNNY, SCARY AND ENGAGING!

    Great stories told in a way that make you feel like you’re a part of the conversation. Really fun and informative, and even though it's sometimes a bit disturbing it really lets you climb inside those living outside the so called norms. As a skydiver, it makes me feel like I'm sitting at the bonfire after a great day of jumping, and when they're talking about other extreme sports it really sparks my interest! I think i like hearing about the jumpers I've never heard of even more than the big nam... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DTFPR
    United States3 years ago
  • amazing guests. incredible origin stories, close calls, exciting times, wonderful people in an extreme lifestyle that has to be heard from the people that live it to be believed! TOP KNOTCH

    Podchaser
    5
    The Lunatic Fringe Podcast
    4 years ago
  • Great show

    This is a really fun show with great energy, I highly recommend it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jrides4
    United States4 years ago
  • Awesome show!

    Spills, thrills, laughs and games! Skydiving at it’s fullest!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ivan B Fool
    United States5 years ago

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Many reviews highlight the podcast's ability to create a sense of community, bringing together individuals sharing a passion for adventure and the skydiving culture.
Fans love the engaging narratives and insights provided by a diverse range of guests, with a particular interest in personal growth and resilience stories.
Listeners appreciate the energetic and humorous storytelling, often finding it relatable to their experiences in extreme sports.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Lunatic Fringe with Scott Fitzgerald
Q: So how did you get started in jumping, and what drew you to Nitro Circus?
The guest explains he was a late starter in skydiving, encouraged by a friend who rode dirt bikes, and gradually moved into Nitro Circus through connections and doing early stunts, then proving himself with more complex tricks and touring maneuvers.
Lunatic Fringe with Dan Blakeley
Q: Who are you and what do you do?
Dan Blakeley introduces himself as a retired skydiver who spent years as a tandem and AFF instructor and did extensive video work, sharing how those roles shaped his career and perspective on safety and storytelling in the sport.
Lunatic Fringe with Ernesto Gainza
Q: How does your current project in mountain swooping work?
Ernesto explained that they train participants through a structured program, starting with basic techniques on simpler routes and progressing to advanced lines.
Lunatic Fringe with Ernesto Gainza
Q: What challenges did you face with the world's smallest canopy?
He spoke about the risky training and testing phases involved with flying and controlling a parachute of such small size and the mental preparations needed.
Lunatic Fringe with Ernesto Gainza
Q: What motivated you to pursue skydiving despite its risks?
Ernesto expressed that he does it for self-improvement and unique experiences that few people can relate to, rather than for fame or fortune.

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The content showcases engaging conversations with both prominent and lesser-known skydivers and extreme sports athletes, capturing their experiences and unique lifestyles. The discussions dive into motivations for pursuing extreme sports, the thrill associated with parachuting, BASE jumping, and living life on the fringes of society, presenting listeners with captivating narratives and insights into the mindset of these adventurous individuals. Guests share their personal stories of triumph, challenges, and the camaraderie within the skydiving community, adding layers of emotion and depth to each episode. This podcast is especially appealing to those curious about the culture surrounding extreme sports and the personal journeys of its enthu... more

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Recent guests on The Lunatic Fringe Podcast include:

1. Luci Martini
2. Scott Fitzgerald
3. Pablo Hernandez
4. Brian Vacher
5. Armando Fattoruso
6. Mario Fattoruso
7. Dan Blakeley
8. Grey Milner

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