EPISODE · Aug 17, 2025 · 40 MIN
Episode 94 - Aviator Fuel: The Story Behind the Legendary Cheese Curd Taco
from Flying Midwest Podcast · host Flying Midwest Media
It’s the moment our listeners have been waiting for! In this special AirVenture 2025 episode, we sit down with Ritchie, the culinary mastermind behind the Cheese Curd Taco—the unofficial fuel (and obsession) of the Flying Midwest Podcast.We dive deep into the origin story of this legendary creation: how it came to be, the inspiration behind combining Wisconsin cheese curds with a taco, and the journey from a fun idea to an AirVenture icon. Along the way, Ritchie shares behind-the-scenes stories, the challenges of turning a quirky snack into a fan favorite, and what it’s like seeing attendees line up year after year just for that perfect bite.Whether you’ve been chasing cheese curds at the show or just love great aviation-adjacent stories, this episode is packed with laughs, insight, and a little extra hunger for your next AirVenture adventure.Our Other Content:Badger Pilot on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebadgerpilotAeroExploration: https://www.youtube.com/@AeroExplorationFly the Transition Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fly-the-transition/id1657873290Subscribe and Follow:Don’t miss an episode—subscribe to the Flying Midwest Podcast on your favorite platform and follow us on social media for the latest aviation news and podcast updates. • https://flyingmidwest.com/ • https://facebook.com/flyingmidwestYour support helps us keep bringing you high-quality aviation content! • Grab some chart-inspired apparel: Check out the new Midwest.Three design and Badger Gear at our merchstore. flyingmidwest.com/merch • Join our Patreon community for exclusive content, behind-the-scenes access, and links to LIVE episode recordingshttps://patreon.com/Flyingmidwestpodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink • Affiliate links & discounts: • Flying Eyes: Get 10% off with code FlyingMidwest10 – https://flyingeyesoptics.com/FLYINGMIDWEST10 • Lightspeed Aviation: Discover premium pilot headsets.https://www.lightspeedaviation.com/?campaign=flyingmidwest23&ref=101Engage with Us:Connect with us on social media or drop us an email at [email protected].
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It’s the moment our listeners have been waiting for! In this special AirVenture 2025 episode, we sit down with Ritchie, the culinary mastermind behind the Cheese Curd Taco—the unofficial fuel (and obsession) of the Flying Midwest Podcast.We dive deep into the origin story of this legendary creation: how it came to be, the inspiration behind combining Wisconsin cheese curds with a taco, and the journey from a fun idea to an AirVenture icon. Along the way, Ritchie shares behind-the-scenes stories, the challenges of turning a quirky snack into a fan favorite, and what it’s like seeing attendees line up year after year just for that perfect bite.Whether you’ve been chasing cheese curds at the show or just love great aviation-adjacent stories, this episode is packed with laughs, insight, and a little extra hunger for your next AirVenture adventure.Our Other Content:Badger Pilot on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebadgerpilotAeroExploration: https://www.youtube.com/@AeroExplorationFly the Transition Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fly-the-transition/id1657873290Subscribe and Follow:Don’t miss an episode—subscribe to the Flying Midwest Podcast on your favorite platform and follow us on social media for the latest aviation news and podcast updates. • https://flyingmidwest.com/ • https://facebook.com/flyingmidwestYour support helps us keep bringing you high-quality aviation content! • Grab some chart-inspired apparel: Check out the new Midwest.Three design and Badger Gear at our merchstore. flyingmidwest.com/merch • Join our Patreon community for exclusive content, behind-the-scenes access, and links to LIVE episode recordingshttps://patreon.com/Flyingmidwestpodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink • Affiliate links & discounts: • Flying Eyes: Get 10% off with code FlyingMidwest10 – https://flyingeyesoptics.com/FLYINGMIDWEST10 • Lightspeed Aviation: Discover premium pilot headsets.https://www.lightspeedaviation.com/?campaign=flyingmidwest23&ref=101Engage with Us:Connect with us on social media or drop us an email at [email protected].
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Episode 94 - Aviator Fuel: The Story Behind the Legendary Cheese Curd Taco
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