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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 of autonomous systems. From his extensive testing of Tesla’s FSD software to tackling real-world challenges like unprotected left turns, listeners gain a behind-the-scenes look at how AI is transforming mobility and safety.
But this podcast is about more than just tech. Chuck delves into his diverse passions, including beekeeping, arboriculture, aquaponics, and keto coaching, offering practical tips and thought-provoking discussions on sustainable living and environmental stewardship. Whether it’s advice on maintaining healthy hives, exploring cutting-edge agriculture, or optimizing health through keto, Chuck provides a wealth of actionable knowledge.
Each episode brings a unique blend of personal stories, expert insights, and thought-provoking commentary on the intersection of technology, aviation, and nature. Whether you’re an aviation enthusiast, a tech aficionado, or someone passionate about sustainability, The Chuck Cook Podcast is your destination for inspiration, innovation, and exploration.
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FSD v14.2.1 - First Impressions and A Deep Dive Into the Airbus Airworthiness Directive
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Nov 30, 2025 |
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FSD v14.2.1 - First Impressions Drive in the AI4 Model Y
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Nov 28, 2025 |
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FSD Supervised v14.1.7 - First Impressions Drive
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Nov 14, 2025 |
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Beekeeping with Chuck - November Apiary Update & A Late Season Swarm
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Nov 09, 2025 |
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FSD Supervised v14.1.5 - Cybertruck First Impressions Drive
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Nov 04, 2025 |
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FSD Supervised v14.1.4 - Possum's Last Drice
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Oct 29, 2025 |
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FSD Supervised v14.1.4 - First Impressions Drive
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Oct 26, 2025 |
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FSD Supervised v14.1.3 - Test Drives with AJ
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Oct 24, 2025 |
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FSD Supervised v14.1.3 - Morning Coffee Drive
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Oct 22, 2025 |
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FSD Supervised v14.1.3 - First Impressions Drive
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Oct 22, 2025 |
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FSD Supervised v14.1.2 - First Impressions Drive to Memorial Park
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Oct 16, 2025 |
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Mite Checks in the Apiary
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Oct 13, 2025 |
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FSD Supervised v14.1.1 - First Impressions Memorial Park Drive
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Oct 12, 2025 |
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Reaction Cam Drive with Charlie Cook on FSD Supervised v14.1
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Oct 11, 2025 |
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FSD Supervised v14.1 First Impressions Drive - Memorial Park
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Oct 07, 2025 |
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Fall Flow, Pin Killed Brood Test, Small Hive Beetle Experiment and More!
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Oct 05, 2025 |
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Relocating Bees When Someone Moves Away
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Sep 11, 2025 |
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Beekeeping with Chuck - Hiving a Hot Mess of a Late Swarm
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Jun 14, 2025 |
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Beekeeping with Chuck - June Update - Queens, Extraction, Pollen Bound Fraes and More
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Jun 12, 2025 |
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Beekeeping with Chuck - End of the Flow Apiary Update
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May 28, 2025 |
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Cybertruck FSD Supervised v13.2.9 - First Impressions Drive
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May 14, 2025 |
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Beekeeping with Chuck - Missouri Mite Hunter Virgin Queen Install
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May 13, 2025 |
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FSD Supervised v13.2.9 - First Impressions Drive
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May 13, 2025 |
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FSD Supervised v13.2.9 First Impressions Drive
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May 13, 2025 |
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Beekeeping with Chuck - Virgin Queen Bank Checkup and Foundation Discussion
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May 09, 2025 |
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Beekeeping with Chuck - Two Queen Hive Update and Virgin Queen Bank Checkup
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May 05, 2025 |
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Beekeeping with Chuck - The Demaree Queen Bank and Charging Mating Nucs
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May 01, 2025 |
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Beekeeping with Chuck - The Demaree Queen Cell Starter - Finisher
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Apr 27, 2025 |
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Beekeeping with Chuck - 2nd Demaree and Cutting Cells Too!
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Apr 25, 2025 |
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Beekeeping with Chuck - Double Demaree Checkup. Do I Need To Rotate Frames?
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Apr 21, 2025 |
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Beekeeping with Chuck - 4 Swarms and a Couple 2 Queen Hive Configurations
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Apr 18, 2025 |
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Beekeeping with Chuck - The Swarm Demaree Combine - What happened?
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Apr 08, 2025 |
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Beekeeping with Chuck - Hiving a Swarm with a Modified Demaree
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Apr 01, 2025 |
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Beekeeping with Chuck - Failed Extended Queen Release Cage
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Mar 28, 2025 |
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Beekeeping with Chuck - Beeswax Crayon & Foundation and another Demaree
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Mar 23, 2025 |
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Beekeeping with Chuck - Demaree Followup and a Bee Lab Conversation
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Mar 21, 2025 |
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Beekeeping with Chuck - Lost Queen Drama, Charging Mating Nucs and a Lot More!
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Mar 14, 2025 |
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Beekeeping with Chuck - Queens, UV Paint, Bee Lab Experiments and a Lot More!
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Mar 12, 2025 |
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Beekeeping with Chuck - A Failed Demaree Split
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Mar 09, 2025 |
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Cybertruck FSD 13.2.8 build 2025.2.8 First Impressions Drive
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Mar 01, 2025 |
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Beekeeping with Chuck - Queen Rearing and How to Bank Queens
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Feb 27, 2025 |
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Beekeeping with Chuck - Explanation and Demonstration of the Demaree Vertical Split
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Feb 26, 2025 |
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Beekeeping with Chuck - Feb 23rd - Observation Hive, Queen Cells, & a Demaree Vertical Split
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Feb 23, 2025 |
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Cybertruck FSD Supervised v13.2.8 - First Impressions Drive with AJ
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Feb 23, 2025 |
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FSD Supervised v13.2.8 - First Impressions in the AI4 Model Y
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Feb 18, 2025 |
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Beekeeping with Chuck - Making Hive Stands from a 2x6x8
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Feb 17, 2025 |
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Beekeeping with Chuck - Queen Rearing - Grafting
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Feb 14, 2025 |
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Beekeeping with Chuck - Queen Rearing - Setting up the Cell Starter
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Feb 14, 2025 |
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Beekeeping with Chuck - February Chores in the Apiary
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Feb 14, 2025 |
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FSD Supervised v13.2.7 in the AI4 Model Y
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Feb 09, 2025 |
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Beekeeping with Chuck - The Beginning of The 2025 Beekeeping Season in Jacksonville, FL Zone 9B
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Feb 06, 2025 |
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FSD Supervised v13.2.6 First Impressions Drive in the AI4. Model Y
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Jan 31, 2025 |
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Robotaxi in Austin June 2025 & A Quick Pilot Discussion on AA5342
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Jan 30, 2025 |
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Cybertruck FSD Supervised v13.2.5.1 First Impressions Drive to the Tesla Service Center
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Jan 28, 2025 |
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FSD Supervised v13.2.5.1 First Impressions Drive in the AI4 Model Y
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Jan 27, 2025 |
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Cybertruck Wheel Cover Adjustment
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Jan 26, 2025 |
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Rear View Camera Firmware Update - Works much better!
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Jan 26, 2025 |
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Can the New Tesla Front Bumper Camera See Enough To Be Used for Full Self Driving?
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Jan 24, 2025 |
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Cybertruck FSD Supervised v13.2.5 First Impressions Drive
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Jan 23, 2025 |
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Full Self Driving Supervised v13.2.5 First Impressions in the AI4 Model Y
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Jan 23, 2025 |
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Tesla's Weather Map Discussion from A Pilot's Pespective
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Jan 19, 2025 |
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Starship Flight 7 RUD from a Pilots Perspective
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Jan 17, 2025 |
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Launch of the Aviation, Cars and Autonomy Podcast
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Jan 16, 2025 |
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FSD Supervised v13.2.4 First Impressions drive on the Cybertruck
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Jan 16, 2025 |
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Cybertruck FSD Supervised v13.2.2 - First Impressions Drive
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Jan 16, 2025 |
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FSD Supervised v13.2.2 - First Impressions Drive on the AI4 Model Y
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Jan 16, 2025 |