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Chuck Cook Podcast

Welcome to The Chuck Cook Podcast where aviation expertise intersects with autonomous technology and sustainable innovation. Hosted by Chuck Cook—a retired US Navy Commander, Airbus A321 Captain, and pioneering Tesla Full Self-Driving (FSD) beta tester—this podcast dives into the forefront of aviation, autonomy, and the technologies shaping our world.With over three decades of flying experience and a passion for pushing technological boundaries, Chuck shares unparalleled insights into the evolution

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69:11

Beekeeping with Chuck - Cell Builder, Virgin Bank,...

Chuck Cook Podcast ·

2026/03/19

🐝 Welcome back to the apiary! Grab your veil and hive tool because today's episode is an action-packed masterclass in spring hive management. Chuck is taking us along for a busy day of chores, and we are diving deep into the fascinating world of queen rearing, drone maturity, and swarm catching! 🍯✨🤔 Ever wonder how to actually test a drone's maturity for instrumental insemination? Did you know that "bald brood" might actually be a fantastic sign that your bees are actively fighting off Varroa

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35:22

Beekeeping with Chuck - A Hyperdrive of Apairy...

Chuck Cook Podcast ·

2026/03/12

🐝🔬 Ready to take your apiary to the absolute next level? From brilliant DIY yard hacks to high-tech queen breeding, Chuck is taking us on a fascinating behind-the-scenes tour of the bee yard! Ever wondered if using UV-reflective paint on your mating nucs actually helps your bees navigate? Curious about how a simple kitchen silicone mat can completely revolutionize how you process slum gum? Or maybe you're just wondering exactly when you should actually start panicking about a queenless split? 📍

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35:12

Instrumental Insemination Training, Mini Mating Nuc...

Chuck Cook Podcast ·

2026/03/08

🐝🔬 Spring is heating up in Zone 9B, and we are back in the apiary with some seriously advanced beekeeping updates! Join Chuck as he returns from the University of Florida with official instrumental insemination training and dives into the fascinating (and sometimes tricky) world of early-season queen rearing. Are early-season cold snaps sabotaging your drone populations and ruining natural mating flights? Curious why your styrofoam mating nucs might be leaking bees—and how a little DIY ingenuity

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6:39

Moving the Started Cells into the Cell Finisher

Chuck Cook Podcast ·

2026/02/16

🐝✨ Things are getting real in the apiary today! Join Chuck for a candid look at the critical transition from "cell starter" to "cell finisher." It’s not just about the wins; we’re showing the mistakes too!🤔 What is the correct configuration for a queen-right finisher above an excluder?😬 Can you actually save a queen cell after it falls off the bar?📊 Is a less than 10% failure rate considered a success after 48 hours?📍 Highlights in this episode:✅ The step-by-step process of moving cells at the

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23:04

How I Chose my VSH Breeder Queen This Year

Chuck Cook Podcast ·

2026/02/14

🐝👑 Is it time to let nature take the wheel in our apiaries? We’re back for grafting day, but Chuck is dropping some serious hot takes on Varroa management and why his best breeder queen this year came straight from the wild!🤔 Are we actually making the Varroa problem worse in the US by constantly treating our hives?🧬 Could a random wild swarm actually hold better genetics than expensive, famous breeder lineages?👀 What does a full, unedited grafting sequence look like when you're over 50 and

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42:11

Beekeeping with Chuck - February Hive Expansion

Chuck Cook Podcast ·

2026/02/13

🐝💥 Spring is buzzing early in the Southeast, and it’s time to wake up the apiary! Are you ready to build some "monster hives" for the upcoming season?🤔 Wondering how to expand your colonies early without triggering a premature swarm?🧐 Curious why giving your virgin queens the "front door" might drastically boost your mating success rates?🏗️ Want to know the specific steps for a "Modified Demaree" manipulation to maximize laying space?📍 Highlights in this episode:✅ Strategies for early spring

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20:06

Beekeeping with Chuck - 2026 VSH Queen Rearing - The...

Chuck Cook Podcast ·

2026/02/13

🐝 It’s officially the start of the 2026 season! While most people are prepping for Valentine’s Day, Chuck is out in the apiary focused on a different kind of labor of love: setting up the first queen cell starter of the year. This episode takes you right into the hive to configure a powerhouse starter for tomorrow's graft.🤔 Is the "zero mite" count goal actually a total fallacy in modern beekeeping?🧪 What is Harbo testing really telling us about genetic resistance vs. mite reproduction?📋 How do

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32:16

Beekeeping with Chuck - January 3 2026 - The...

Chuck Cook Podcast ·

2026/01/03

🍯🌿 It’s January in Zone 9B, and that means the maples are budding and the vacation is over! The 2024 beekeeping season is kicking off early, so it's time to get off the sofa and get back into the apiary.🤔 Are you accidentally triggering a March swarm by overfeeding your bees right now? Wondering how to stop your sugar water from fermenting without using bleach? Curious about how to manage explosive colony growth using the Demaree method?📍 Highlights in this episode:✅ Why the "beekeeping year"

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48:19

FSD v14.2.1 - First Impressions and A Deep Dive Into...

Chuck Cook Podcast ·

2025/11/30

✈️🚙 What do a terrifying Airbus incident, solar flares, and the latest Cybertruck FSD update have in common? Join Captain Chuck for a drive that turns into a fascinating deep dive into software reliability!🌞 How can a "bit flip" caused by solar activity force a massive aviation software update?🏎️ Is the removal of max speed control in the new FSD profiles a dealbreaker for daily drivers?⛓️ Did the Cybertruck finally pass the infamous "Thin Chain" test, or did it fail again?📍 Highlights in this

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46:17

FSD v14.2.1 - First Impressions Drive in the AI4 Model Y

Chuck Cook Podcast ·

2025/11/28

🦃🚘 Thanksgiving came with a side of AI! We’re taking the new Tesla FSD V14.2.1 for a spin on the Model Y to see if the holiday update is a feast or a flop.🤔 Does the new update finally fix the dreaded "Thin Chain" parking test? Why is the car still emergency braking for piles of leaves, and what does that say about object mass detection? And is the "learning curve" for FSD too steep for the average driver receiving a free trial?📍 Highlights in this episode:✅ The "Navigation Switcheroo": Why the

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68:15

FSD Supervised v14.1.7 - First Impressions Drive

Chuck Cook Podcast ·

2025/11/14

🤖⚡️ FSD v14.1.7 is here, and it might be the smoothest, most human-like version yet! We're taking the new Model Y "Juniper" for its first spin on the latest software, and the results are mind-blowing.🤔 Is the infamous FSD brake-jab finally a thing of the past? Can the car really see and react to a "Road Closed" sign in real-time? And how is this new level of automation changing the role of the driver forever?Highlights in this episode:✅ First impressions drive on the brand new FSD v14.1.7.✅

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15:57

Beekeeping with Chuck - November Apiary Update & A...

Chuck Cook Podcast ·

2025/11/09

🐝❄️ Just when you think beekeeping season is winding down... a surprise swarm moves in! We found a brand new colony in a swarm trap in the middle of November, and the race against winter is ON.🤔 Is it even possible for a late-season swarm to survive with no nectar flow? How do you give a tiny new colony a fighting chance against hive beetles and the cold? Can you really just "borrow" resources from another hive to save them?📍 Highlights in this episode:✅ Witness the discovery of an unexpected

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53:42

FSD Supervised v14.1.5 - Cybertruck First Impressions...

Chuck Cook Podcast ·

2025/11/04

🤖🚚⚡️ It’s finally here! We got our hands on the exclusive FSD Version 14.1.5 for the Cybertruck, and the results are game-changing. Jump in for our very first drive with the software that promises to be the smoothest build yet.🤔 Has Tesla finally solved the phantom brake taps and jerky behavior? Can the colossal Cybertruck actually reverse into a tight Supercharger spot by itself? And how does this drive compare to the same software on a Model Y?Here are the highlights from our first impressions

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55:41

FSD Supervised v14.1.4 - Possum's Last Drice

Chuck Cook Podcast ·

2025/10/29

👋🤖 Farewell, Possum V1! Join us for a sentimental final drive as we say goodbye to our trusty Model Y and prepare for the new Juniper model.🤔 Should FSD be a standard feature on every Tesla, not an expensive add-on? Why does the latest version still make questionable choices in school zones and at unprotected left turns?📍 Highlights in this episode:✅ The last ride in "Possum" & why we're upgrading to the new Juniper Model Y.✅ Putting FSD 14.1.4 to the test in active school zones with mixed

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60:44

FSD Supervised v14.1.4 - First Impressions Drive

Chuck Cook Podcast ·

2025/10/26

🤖🚗✨ The brand new Tesla FSD 14.14 update just dropped! Is it the smooth, human-like drive we've been waiting for? We took it for an hour-long spin to find out.🤔 Has Tesla finally solved the "brake tap" issue in this new build? How does the system handle a brand new, unmapped, egg-shaped roundabout? And is the driver attention monitoring system actually a step backwards?📍 Highlights in this episode:✅ First impressions on the smoother, but not eliminated, brake tapping.✅ Navigating a brand new and

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44:04

FSD Supervised v14.1.3 - Test Drives with AJ

Chuck Cook Podcast ·

2025/10/24

🤖🚗 Strap in! We're taking Tesla's FSD 14.1.3 for a spin through some of the trickiest real-world scenarios we could find. From sketchy U-turns to sun glare warnings, this drive has it all.🤔 Does "Mad Max" mode live up to its name in quiet neighborhoods? What's causing the infamous "brake stabbing," and is it getting better or worse? Can FSD handle a complex, multi-lane merge right after a railroad crossing?Here's what we cover in this drive:✅ Testing the new speed profiles from "Mad Max" to

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47:15

FSD Supervised v14.1.3 - Morning Coffee Drive

Chuck Cook Podcast ·

2025/10/22

☕️🤖 Ever seen a self-driving car get... stubborn? On this morning's coffee run, Chuck puts Tesla's FSD to the test on a new route, tackling school zones, busy intersections, and a bizarre new "turbo roundabout." The results are NOT what you'd expect.🤔 Why did FSD blow right through an active school zone, despite release notes claiming improvements? What happens when the car's navigation actively AVOIDS a new traffic pattern? Is the infamous FSD "brake stabbing" a real issue, or is the car just

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54:48

FSD Supervised v14.1.3 - First Impressions Drive

Chuck Cook Podcast ·

2025/10/22

🤖⚡️ Tesla's AI is cooking! We just got the brand new FSD Supervised version 14.1.3, and we're taking it for its first spin to see what's changed.🤔 Is this just a minor polish, or are there hidden improvements under the hood? How does Mad Max mode really feel compared to Standard on this build? And when will we finally see the big 14.2 update Elon promised?📍 Highlights in this episode:✅ First impressions drive of the fresh 14.1.3 software release.✅ A real-world comparison of Mad Max vs. Standard

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61:17

FSD Supervised v14.1.2 - First Impressions Drive to...

Chuck Cook Podcast ·

2025/10/16

🤖⚡️ We're going full MAD MAX! Tesla just dropped FSD version 14.1.1.2 with a brand new aggressive speed profile, and we're putting it to the ultimate test in peak rush hour traffic.🤔 Does "Mad Max" mode make the car dangerously aggressive, or just more confident? Has Tesla finally fixed the hesitant lane changes from the last update? And can it handle one of the most difficult unprotected left turns we've ever seen on camera?Highlights from this drive:✅ Putting the new "Mad Max" profile through

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44:34

Mite Checks in the Apiary

Chuck Cook Podcast ·

2025/10/13

🐝🤔 Ever opened a hive expecting one thing and found a total mystery? This week, we're getting our hands sticky and our minds blown!Ever found an unmarked queen where a marked one should be? What do you do when you discover a hive is trying to supersede its proven, mite-resistant queen? And how do you handle mite counts that are creeping above the threshold in your "no-treat" apiary?📍 Highlights from this week's apiary inspection:✅ Watch a real-time Varroa mite check using the soapy water method.✅

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