The DroneOn Show
The Drone On Show is your ultimate podcast for everything drones! Join us as we dive into the exciting world of drone technology, from our company’s groundbreaking work using thermal drones to recover lost deer for hunters and agricultural drones to revolutionize crop spraying for farmers. But we don’t stop there—we explore it all: cutting-edge advancements, regulations, and the limitless possibilities of drones in every industry. Expect thrilling stories, expert insights, and a passion for innovation that keeps you hooked. Whether you’re a drone enthusiast, hunter, farmer, or tech lover, tune in for a show that soars above the rest!
Episodes
In episode 40 of the DroneOn Show, Mike sits down with Aaron Clark, an agronomist and ag retail pro with 10+ years selling seed, chemical, and fertilizer in Eastern Ohio. Aaron shares why he jumped into spray drones—to solve chronic timing issues with airplanes and helicopters that left his customers hanging during critical fungicide windows. He details the painful transition from two un...
In this DroneOn Show episode from the Kansas City, Missouri drone conference, Mike, Jason, and Dennis recap their 12-hour storm-dodging drive and the event’s huge growth—from a small hallway three years ago to a packed expo with new UAVs, trailers, and vendors. They break down the unreleased Helio big-drone prototype (full Hobbywing build, 3D-printed tank), its predecessor’s flop, and an...
In this episode of the DroneOn Show, host Mike chats with Newt, a Florida cattle farmer with 150 mama cows across three ranches who's also a veteran applicator branching into spray drones after years in the business with ground rigs and spreaders. Newt shares how he jumped into drones to secure his customer base when a client switched to aerial spraying for tall corn that ground rigs cou...
In Episode 37 of the DroneOn Show, host Mike catches up with Henry, a local Ohio-based thermal drone pilot who's also diving into agricultural spraying, fresh off flying 15,000 acres of fungicide on corn across Ohio, Kentucky, Illinois, and Indiana with Dennis's crew. Henry breaks down the surprisingly easy transition from enterprise drones to spray drones—taking just about 10 hours to g...
In this episode of The Drone On Show, Mike sits down with Cameron Hershberger to dive deep into the world of thermal drones for deer recovery and the booming spray drone business in agriculture. Cam shares his incredible journey from a logging background to building a thriving drone service that's recovered over 100 deer in just one season!
We cover everything from starting a side gig th...
In Episode 35 of the DroneOn Show, Mike chats with Madison Raber, owner of Tree Stand Forestry and a seasoned drone pilot. Madison shares his expertise in forestry consulting, focusing on timber harvesting and habitat improvement for deer hunters. Dive into discussions on using thermal drones for deer recoveries, herd surveys, and the devastating impact of EHD in Ohio. They also explore ...
Hey guys, me and Kevin sit down to discuss and dissect the new FCC Drone Ban rules.
Chapters
- (00:00:00) - FCC Drone Rules: Critical Components
- (00:03:01) - How to contact Drone Deer Recovery
- (00:06:16) - FCC action on drones: Don't Panic!
- (00:12:29) - President Trump on American Drone Manufacturing
- (00:18:21) - American Drone Company's IPO
- (00:23:37) - Drones: Go for It
- (00:24:31...
In this episode of the DroneOn Show, host Mike chats with Melvin Lahmers, an agronomist and seed consultant from TMK Bakersville who's been in the farming game for over 30 years, growing up on a family farm and helping growers feed the world through crop consulting, custom applications, and aerial tech. They dive right into a hilarious cold call from an 80-year-old farmer hunting for a d...
In Episode 32 of the DroneOn Show, host Mike sits down with Kirk Price, a West Virginia-based hunter, YouTuber, and outdoor enthusiast who tagged out early during Ohio's gun week. They kick things off with a wild story from opening morning: using a thermal drone to spot a trespasser on leased land, complete with a suspicious white truck sporting a Yeti sticker and no hunter orange in sig...
In Episode 31 of the DroneOn Show, we sit down with Eugene Punelli, a former crop-dusting company drone pilot turned independent operator out of Bakersfield, California. Eugene shares his real-world experience flying DJI T-50s (and soon a T-100) alongside traditional airplanes and helicopters in the heart of America’s breadbasket – California’s Central Valley. We dive deep into why Calif...
In this episode, Mike and Kevin fire up the mics on the porch outside HQ and unload the raw truth on crushing drone season like a man. Deer recovery is exploding— about 900 leads in just 7 days, 300+ pilots cashing in, and why 2024 is getting smoked 3-4X over. Thermal drone showdown: Kevin officially picks the beefier M4TD over the M4T for speed, flight time, and pro-level feel—rain-proo...
In this special episode of The DroneOn Show, the wives—Karen (Mike's wife), Kaley (Jay's wife), and Liz (Kevin's wife)—take the mics to share what it's like being married to drone entrepreneurs. They reminisce on how the business started, their roles in the business, and balancing family life with busy seasons. From navigating their husbands’ relentless drive for drone innov...
In this episode of The DroneOn Show, hosts Mike, Kevin, and Jason dive into the start of deer season in Ohio. From epic drone deer recoveries and farming mishaps to US-China drone drama with DJI tariffs, they cover it all. Plus, updates on the Pilot Locator Map, work-life balance for drone pilots, thermal drone scams to watch out for, and future drone tech like heavy-lift hauling. Perfec...
In this episode of The DroneOn Show, Mike, Kevin, and Dennis explore using thermal drones for private security, inspired by the Charlie Kirk shooting incident. They discuss how drones could enhance security details and Overwatch systems, from spotting threats to aiding recoveries in rural areas. They dive into the potential of drones in modern security, sharing practical tip...
In episode 26 of The DroneOn Show, Mike chats with Dennis from Top Cop Spray Drones about his 2-year journey in drone spraying. Wrapping up the season with cleanup, Dennis shares tips on tackling cover crops, dealing with dryness, and developing efficient loading systems for thousands of pounds. He explains why now is the best time to start—don’t wait for new models! Drop your thoughts o...
In this episode of The DroneOn Show, Mike, Jay, and Austin reminisce on untold stories with Drone Deer Recovery, using thermal drones to find lost game in rural woods. They share a wild anecdote of a search turning from deer to a lost hunter. From two-hour hunts to the realities of rural ops, it’s a must for wildlife and ag drone fans. Part 108 regulations are shaping drone ops—drone use...
In this episode of The DroneOn Show, Mike sits with Rhyan Syester of Veteran Drone Services at a drone convention. After 24 years in the Army, Rhyan swapped combat boots for drones, spraying crops and tackling rural challenges with precision in Trigg County. From learning drone tech on YouTube to aiding deer recovery, he’s building a spray drone business from scratch. Bold strategies for...
In episode 23 of The DroneOn Show, Mike, Kevin, and Jason recap their Vegas Commercial UAV conference trip, networking for new products like power washing drones and a $100,000 search and rescue device. They dive into DJI bans, Part 108 regulations, and deer recovery with thermal drones. With T100 release on the horizon, they urge listeners to get on the list. Be sure to check out the bl...
In this episode of The DroneOn Show, Mike sits with Hayden Crum, a 20-year-old Ohio entrepreneur who launched Midwest Air as a high school freshman. From a 7th-generation, 5,000-acre family farm, Hayden’s spraying 100,000 acres with DJI T20s and Zagg drones, outpacing helicopters with better coverage. Despite a power line crash and Ohio’s drought challenges, he’s scaling to 30,000 acres ...
In episode 21 of The DroneOn Show, Mike chats with Charles about starting a drone spraying business in New York, targeting fields of onions, corn, carrots, cabbage and potatoes. From picking up drones in March to spraying in April, Charles shares insights on navigating the state's strict pesticide rules and the divide between city regulations and rural farming. With discussions on urban ...
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