Episodes

  • S3E1

    S3E1
    Apr 28 2024
    We are back for another season of the paragliding debrief and what a way to start. We have Alex Schweig and Tommy Schwartzer two paragliding legends in their own right. We talk Peru and the birth of paragliding in South America with some very funny stories and a useful insight into what it takes to be at the top level of the sport.
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    56 mins
  • S2:E6 meet the 'boss' of acro paragliding - Theo de Blic

    S2:E6 meet the 'boss' of acro paragliding - Theo de Blic
    Oct 25 2023
    Join Lee Tryhorn as he chats with acro paragliding legend, Theo de Blic. Explore the journey of a champion who's not only clinched numerous titles but has also redefined the sport with groundbreaking tricks. From his first flights to the birth of his signature maneuvers, Theo provides a captivating glimpse into the heart of aerial acrobatics. Whether you're a paragliding enthusiast or just curious, this episode offers a unique dive into the world of sky-high innovation.
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    1 hr and 23 mins
  • S2:E5 The rise of an acro world champion - Luke de Weert

    S2:E5 The rise of an acro world champion - Luke de Weert
    Oct 11 2023
    In this high-flying episode of the Paragliding Debrief, Lee Tryhorn is joined by none other than the Acro World Tour 2023 champion, Luke de Weert. Fresh from his exhilarating win, Luke gives listeners an inside look into the dedication, technique, and fearlessness required to reach the top in the acrobatic paragliding arena.

    Check out the first podcast episode with Luke here: https://www.spreaker.com/user/leetryhorn/luke-de-weert
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • S2:E4 Bruce Goldsmith

    S2:E4 Bruce Goldsmith
    Sep 28 2023
    Bruce gives a candid interview into his life of free flight starting with hang gliding, before paragliders were even invented. He also gives some golden tips for pilots wanting to improve their flying.
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • S2:E3 Get to know the racing legend Russell Ogden (MBE)

    S2:E3 Get to know the racing legend Russell Ogden (MBE)
    Sep 1 2023
    Join us for a candid sit down with Russ Ogden (MBE) and hear about how he has been a driving force in the development of paragliding. From the early years of the sport in the UK, inventing the spin landing, to recently becoming British and World champion in racing.

    A key test pilot at Ozone, hear his views on the development of paragliding equipment.

    Recently awarded an MBE (Order of the British Empire), he has firmly cemented his place in paragliding history. Listen in and enjoy!
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • S2:E2 Paramotoring the width of Australia - with Richard Dolan

    S2:E2 Paramotoring the width of Australia - with Richard Dolan
    Aug 3 2023
    Richard is one of the up and coming stars of paramotoring in the UK. Having worked in the paramotor industry, he has since embarked on multiple adventures including flying over the egyptian pyramids at night, paramotoring across Australia and is the first British pilot to perform the new 'rocket loop' aerobatic trick.

    In this episode we learn more about Richard and his epic guiness world record attempt to fly 5,000km unsupported from the west to east coast of Australia with his mate Andrew Twitty.
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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • S2:E1 The future of RISE paragliding - with Jack, Cesar and Blaise

    S2:E1 The future of RISE paragliding - with Jack, Cesar and Blaise
    Jul 29 2023
    Meet the RISE team and find out about their attitude and approach to SIV and acro paragliding training.

    Get under the hood of this already successful, 3 year old company as they discuss exciting future plans to help paraglider pilots become safer and explore flying locations across the world.
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • S1:E4 Luke de Weert

    S1:E4 Luke de Weert
    Mar 9 2021
    Living in Holland you might think that paragliding would be the last sport that Luke would have taken up! But having just turned 21 years old, Luke is one of the new up and coming acrobatic pilots and is competing at the highest level.

    In this episode find out about Luke's early beginnings, motivations to start flying and his rapid rise up the international competition scene. Get into the mind of a future champion and find out about the cutting edge of acro paragliding, the latest tricks and how the scene is right now.
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    49 mins