Chuck Cook Podcast
by Chuck Cook
FSD v14.3.10 - First Impressions Drive and Discussions
About this 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 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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Episodes
The newest 20 of 89 episodes
- FSD v14.3.10 - First Impressions Drive and Discussions · 1 h 4 min · Season 2026We take the Cybertruck out on FSD Supervised version 14.3.10 during morning rush hour to test an automated waypoint sequencing tool. Along the route, we evaluate unprotected left…
- FSD v14.3.10 - First Impressions Drive and Discussions · 48 min · Season 2026Today we take the Model Y out on version 14.3.10 to evaluate Bennett's waypoint app, run the unprotected left at Chuck's Corner, and check Chuck's chain. We also look at the…
- FSD v14.3.9 Cybertruck First Impressions with AJ · 1 h 1 min · Season 2026AJ and I take the Cybertruck out on FSD 14.3.9 to test the new automatic collision avoidance logic and run our standard route. We evaluate the question mark unprotected left…
- FSD v14.3.9 First Impressions Drive · 50 min · Season 2026We take the Model Y out on FSD 14.3.9 to test the new automatic collision evasion feature and see how it handles our regular route. Along the drive we look at highway lane change…
- FSD v14.3.8 - Cybertruck First Impressions Drive in a Downpour · 60 min · Season 2026In this drive, we test FSD version 14.3.8 on the Cybertruck across our standard Jacksonville route to evaluate unprotected left turns and navigation waypoints. We also test the…
- FSD v14.3.8 - First Impressions and Summer Update · 55 min · Season 2026We take the Model Y out on FSD Supervised v14.3.8 to test new summer update features, voice waypoint navigation, and the standard testing route. Along the way, we evaluate an…
- Bee Lab Slab Pour and Worker Temperament Discussion · 9 min · Season 2026building. Meanwhile, the tarp flight barriers are keeping the bees up high during the late summer dearth. Chuck also discusses why defensive bee behavior during August should not…
- Barn Fire, Bee Lab and Apiary Update · 15 min · Season 2026🚨🔥 Life threw a major wrench in the Bee Lab, but Chuck is back with a massive update on rebuilding from scratch! From losing his shop and equipment in a devastating fire to…
- FSD v14.3.7 - Cybertruck First Impressions Drive & Hardware 3 Discussion · 54 min · Season 2026🚘⚡ Take a front-row seat in the Cybertruck as we put Tesla’s FSD 14.3.7 through a grueling real-world test drive! From heated hardware reliability debates to raw talk about speed…
- FSD v14.3/7 - First Impressions Drive and Discussions · 47 min🚗⚡ Chuck is back in the driver's seat with a fresh cup of coffee and the latest Tesla FSD 14.3.7 update! Join us as we put full self-driving through its paces, react to…
- FSD v14.3.2 - First Impressions Dricve · 56 min · Season 2026🚗⚡ Buckle up for a raw, unfiltered ride as we put Tesla's FSD version 14.3.2 to the ultimate test! From frustrating UI updates to mind-blowing reaction times, this first…
- FSD v14.3.2 - Smart Summon Testing with AJ · 21 min · Season 2026🚗💨 Is Tesla's Smart Summon on the FSD 14.3 stack finally the game-changer we've been waiting for, or just a parking lot panic waiting to happen? Join Chuck and AJ from the back…
- FSD v14.3.1 - Modey Y - First Impressions drive · 1 h 2 min · Season 2026🚗⚡️ Buckle up for a deep dive into Tesla's latest release! FSD v14.3.1 is rolling out wide, and while the driving logic is feeling butter-smooth, the navigation stack is still…
- Cybertruck FSD v14.3 - First Impressions Drive · 1 h 0 min · Season 2026🤖⚡️ Taking the Cybertruck out for a spin to test the highly anticipated FSD 14.3! It’s the major under-the-hood rewrite we’ve been waiting for, but is the real-world performance…
- FSD V14.3 - First Impressions Drive · 58 min · Season 2026🚗⚡️ We're back behind the wheel! After a four-month break, Chuck returns to put Tesla's highly anticipated FSD v14.3 to the ultimate real-world test. With a massive…
- Beekeeping with Chuck - Cell Builder, Virgin Bank, Swarm Traps and More · 1 h 9 min · Season 2026🐝 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…
- Beekeeping with Chuck - A Hyperdrive of Apairy Updates and Queen Checks · 35 min · Season 2026🐝🔬 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…
- Instrumental Insemination Training, Mini Mating Nuc Checks and Apiary Chat · 35 min · Season 2026🐝🔬 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…
- Moving the Started Cells into the Cell Finisher · 7 min · Season 2026🐝✨ 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…
- How I Chose my VSH Breeder Queen This Year · 23 min · Season 2026🐝👑 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…
