Best Scdot Podcasts (2025)

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Retired NY State Police Investigator turned High Tech Pet Finder with Chad Tavernia 23:50

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2d ago23:50

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In this episode of the Clemson Drone Podcast, host Joe Burgett sits down with Chad Tavernia, a retired New York State Police investigator who has transformed his passion for helping others into a high-tech pet recovery business. As the founder of North Country Drone Search and Recovery, Chad uses thermal imaging drones to locate lost pets—an emotio…

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Navigating the Defense Reauthorization Act with John "JT" VonLunen 40:44

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Host Joe Burgett is joined by JT VonLunen, President of Rocky Mountain Unmanned Solutions, for a timely conversation about the evolving drone landscape in light of the Defense Reauthorization Act. Joe outlines the potential implications of a ban on Chinese-made drones like DJI and Altel, urging agencies and drone users to start thinking proactively…

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Exploring other Drone Options in a Season of Tariffs with Sean Falconer 42:14

23d ago42:14

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In this episode of the Clemson Drone Podcast, host Joe Burgett sits down with Sean Falconer, Managing Director of Volatus Drones, to unpack the implications of tariffs and potential bans on DJI and other Chinese-made drones. With public agencies and entrepreneurs facing growing uncertainty, the conversation explores viable, non-Chinese drone altern…

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Transitions from Government to Franchisee Ownership with Matt Stacker 26:16

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In this episode of the Clemson Drone Podcast, host Joe Burgett welcomes retired Army Colonel and Blue Nose franchise owner Matt Stacker for an insightful conversation about entrepreneurship in the drone industry. Matt shares his journey from a distinguished 33-year military career to entering the drone service business. He explains how he founded J…

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From Veteran to Drone Business Owner with Ethan Miller 27:08

1M ago27:08

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Host Joe Burgett welcomes Ethan Miller, a retired UAS Navy veteran, owner of Sea Dragon Drones, and franchise owner with Blue Nose Aerial Imaging. Ethan shares his inspiring transition from military service to entrepreneurship in the drone industry. He reflects on the early challenges of civilian life, including stints in trucking and logistics, an…

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360 Panoramic Imagery Mapping with Ben Fowler 27:33

2M ago27:33

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In this episode, host Joe Burgett welcomes Ben Fowler, founder, and CEO of PARKS360, to discuss how drone technology is transforming outdoor recreation research and asset assessment. Ben shares how he utilizes 360-degree panoramic imagery mapping to support natural resource management and improve park infrastructure. Ben also dives into his backgro…

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Working Missions with the Fly Guys and Matt Domas 23:34

2M ago23:34

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In this episode of the Clemson Drone Podcast, host Joe Burgett welcomes Matt Domas from Fly Guys, a leading drone service provider. Founded in 2018, Fly Guys operates nationally and internationally, leveraging a network of in-house and contracted pilots. Matt shares insights into the drone industry, discussing the key qualifications for pilots and …

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Building a Franchise from the Ground Up with Blue Nose Aerial Imaging 42:17

3M ago42:17

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In this episode, host Joe Burgett from Clemson University sits down with Tanner Harris of Blue Nose Aerial Imaging to explore the expansion of the Clemson drone program and the exciting opportunities available through Blue Nose’s franchise model. Clemson’s drone program has grown significantly since the end of Season 1 of the podcast, now including…

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Crafting Effective SOPs for Drone Operations 29:24

1y ago29:24

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In this special solo episode of the Clemson Drone Podcast, Dr. Joe Burgett dives deep into the essentials of crafting Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for drone operations. With his fresh insights from developing a custom course and training AI bots, Dr. Burgett outlines six critical components for SOPs: Management Systems, Operations, Training…

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Create Demand with Bill McMurrer and Ryan Reid of the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office 27:00

1y ago27:00

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In this compelling episode of the Clemson Drone Podcast, we delve into the innovative world of law enforcement drone programs with Bill McMurrer and Ryan Reid from the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office. With decades of combined experience, they shed light on transforming a traditional law enforcement approach into a cutting-edge UAS initiative. Fr…

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Business Franchise Development with Tanner Harris of Blue Nose Aerial Imaging 32:04

1y ago32:04

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In this episode of The Clemson Drone Podcast, host Dr. Joe Burgett chats with Tanner Harris, the visionary behind Blue Nose Aerial Imaging. Tanner shares insights from his extensive background in aviation, including his time with the United States Navy and United Airlines, and delves into how these experiences fueled his passion for standardizing a…

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Start wherever you can with whatever you can with Tyler Mills with HW Lochner 26:11

1y ago26:11

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In this episode of Clemson Drone, host Joe Burgett is joined by Tyler Mills, a seasoned civil engineer and design project manager at HW Lochner. Tyler, with over 11 years of expertise in transportation engineering, shares his journey from personal drone enthusiast to leading the establishment of Lochner's successful internal drone pilot network. Th…

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Lidar vs. Photogrammetry with Eric Harkins of Back Forty Aerial Solutions 27:59

1y ago27:59

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In this episode of the Clemson Drone Podcast, host Joe Burgett sits down with Eric Harkins, a seasoned professional with nearly a decade of experience in the drone industry and CEO of Back Forty Aerial Solutions. The conversation delves into the world of remote sensing services, focusing on thermal, photogrammetry, and lidar technologies. Eric shar…

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Boots Off the Ground with Alex Willis of ECS 26:51

1+ y ago26:51

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In this episode of the Clemson Drone Podcast, we sit down with Alex Willis, a key player at ECS, a nationwide company specializing in geotechnical, environmental, and facility services. Alex, an expert in utilizing drones for geotechnical applications, takes us on a journey from the inception of ECS's drone project to its evolution into an integral…

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Building a Drone Business Portfolio with Chad Frerer 24:48

1+ y ago24:48

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In this episode, Joe Burgett dives into the world of drone technology with Chad Frerer, founder of Autonomous Imagery of Mississippi (AIM). Chad, an experienced professional with a background in IT and information security, shares insights into the dynamic drone industry, focusing on several applications. The conversation covers AIM's services, inc…

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Start Small but Think Big with Chris Harris of Oregon Department of Transportation 36:54

1+ y ago36:54

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In this episode of the Clemson Drone Podcast, host Joe Burgett sits down with Chris Harris, a seasoned professional from the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT). Chris shares his journey from a background in Civil Engineering to becoming a licensed professional engineer specializing in UAS technology and 3D project visualization. The discuss…

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Fight fire with fire with Darryl Jones of the SC Forestry Commission 28:46

1+ y ago28:46

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In this episode, host Joe Burgett engages in a captivating conversation with Darryl Jones, the Forest Protection Chief at the South Carolina Forestry Commission. Darryl shares insights into his extensive role, covering wildfire suppression, emergency response, law enforcement, and forestry assistance. The episode delves into the evolution of drone …

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More than Just a Pretty Picture with David Gallagher of the Ohio Department of Transportation 28:14

1+ y ago28:14

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In this episode of the Clemson Drone Podcast, host Joe Burgett dives into the world of drone technology with a special guest, David Gallagher, Flight Operations Manager for the Ohio Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) Center. David shares insights into the evolution of the drone industry over the past decade, emphasizing the transformative impact of ch…

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Have a Plan with Mark Jahnke of South Carolina eTV 27:35

1+ y ago27:35

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Join Dr. Joe Burgett in this episode of "Clemson Drone" as he engages in a compelling conversation with Mark Jahnke, the Chief Technology Officer of South Carolina ETV (SCETV). Mark shares insights into the transformative impact of drones on tower inspections, highlighting their role in enhancing efficiency and safety. The discussion explores SCETV…

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Drones to Support Utility Providers with Jackson Rollins and Garrett Scott from Duke Energy 25:37

1+ y ago25:37

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Episode Notes In this inaugural episode of the Clemson Drone Podcast, host Dr. Joe Burgett from Clemson University engages in a compelling conversation with two industry experts from Duke Energy—Jackson Rollins, the director of the unmanned aerial system, and Garrett Scott, the chief pilot. Duke Energy, a major utility company in the Southeast, ser…

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Trailer: The Clemson Drone Podcast 0:49

1+ y ago0:49

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I'm excited to host a dynamic 20 to 40-minute interviews with prominent figures in the drone community! These interviews will feature leaders from public agencies, innovative private companies, and visionary entrepreneurs. The goal is to ignite the drone community's passion by sharing inspiring success stories! 🚀💡 — Contact Dr Joe Burgett | Clemson…