Drone As The Future

A podcast about drones and the people behind them. An educational and entertaining take on the current state of drones and what flies ahead in the drone world.

Drone As The Future is a business podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 13 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Unknown Host hosts Drone As The Future, a business show with 13 episodes published.

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  Episode #12

  Drones in the Wild West w/ Drone Diva Desi | Episode 12

  Sep 24, 202638 min

  Mark Masterton speaks with Desiree Ekstein, also known as Drone Diva Desi, about how she got into drones, how her background in events and logistics shaped her safety-first approach, and how she now uses drones for teaching, history preservation, and off-grid desert work. Desi also shares what it was like becoming one of the early women to earn a Part 107 certificate and why she sees drones as a serious career path, not toys.In this episode, Desi explains how her work spans flying, teaching, public speaking, writing, and mentoring, with a strong focus on opening doors for women and young people. They also dig into her Arizona desert adventures, her book Desert Escape, Off Road, Off Grid, and In the Air , and her hopes for the future of drone use in medical delivery and beyond. Links: https://onthegovideo.biz/ https://www.youtube.com/@DroneDivaDesi https://a.co/d/05NuGm05 Chapters 00:00 Episode preview 01:06 Partner message 01:17 Meet Drone Diva Desi 01:50 How Desiree found drones 03:20 Early commercial drone flying and safety 06:43 Being a woman in the drone industry 08:05 Entrepreneurship, events, and risk management 09:52 Life on the road and Desert Escape 13:37 Drones as serious career tools 15:17 Girls Take Flight and STEM education 18:05 Sharing knowledge through teaching and writing 20:55 Discovering and mapping desert history 22:29 Digital preservation with Gaussian splats 26:30 The future of drone technology 27:49 Advice for aspiring women in aviation 30:12 Women and Drones Hall of Fame 32:59 What’s next for Drone Diva Desi 36:12 Closing remarks

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  Episode #11

  "Dull, Dirty or Dangerous? Use Drones!" w/ Linda Montgomery I Episode 11

  Sep 10, 202637 min

  Grant Baldwin joins us in the studio as we discuss drones in filmmaking, search and rescue, and beyond! We sit down with Linda Montgomery to explore the rapid growth and strategic vision of Zenatech a leading drone and AI company. Topics include acquisition strategies, regulatory advancements, product innovations, and future opportunities in defense and commercial markets. keywords Drone Technology, AI, Acquisition Strategy, Defense Market, Regulatory Compliance, Future of Drones, Zenatech, Drone as a Service, NDAA Compliance, Quantum Computing Topics: Zenatech's rapid growth and acquisition strategy Regulatory landscape and NDAA compliance Product portfolio including Zenadrone 1000 and IQ series Future applications in defense, power, and agriculture Impact of US government contracts and international expansion Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Linda and ZenaTech 06:23 Origin of Drone as a Service 10:21 Acquisition Strategy and Market Expansion 11:14 Post-IPO Changes and Investor Interest 14:30 Regulatory Landscape and Future Opportunities 19:32 Growth and Company Evolution 26:39 AI Integration in Drone Technology 29:29 Future Prospects and Investment Opportunities 32:40 Call from the future 35:55 Outro Resources DroneAsAService.com Zenadrone.com Zenatech.com

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  Episode #10

  Sky to Sea: How Alexander Forrest combined Drones and Wildlife Photography for the shot of a lifetime | Episode 10

  Aug 27, 202641 min

  This episode follows wildlife photographer and expedition filmmaker Alexander Forrest , whose drone footage of a humpback whale birth drew major attention and turned into a broader conversation about conservation, ethics, and the power of aerial perspective. He and host Mark Masterton trace Alex’s path from photographing cars as a teenager to filming whales around Australia, with a focus on consistency, preparation, and reading animal behavior.We discuss how the viral whale birth was captured, what happened in the moments before and after, and why drones are becoming such a valuable tool for wildlife documentation without disturbing the animals. Key topics Chapters 00:00 - Luck, preparation, and the birth footage everyone is talking about 00:57 - Intro to Alex Forrest and the Drone as a Future conversation 02:03 - Getting into drones through a birthday gift and a trip through Western Australia 03:07 - Growing up in Denmark, Western Australia, and starting photography with a phone 04:13 - Learning manual settings and building skills at car events 05:52 - Why Alex learned to shoot differently and look for light, angles, and detail 06:46 - The first drone flights, early crashes, and learning by doing 08:31 - Why wildlife became the main focus and why video works so well for whales 10:22 - Farm life, Anvil Beach, and the first aerial images that got local attention 12:08 - Starting a photography business at 15 and getting formal bookings 13:04 - The day the humpback whale birth happened while filming the Humpback Highway 14:01 - Why consistency matters and the quote about preparation meeting opportunity 14:53 - What makes the footage historic and why drones captured a rare perspective 16:21 - Misreading the whale’s behavior before realizing she was in labor 18:12 - Seeing the calf emerge and reporting the event to researchers 20:16 - How the story spread through social media, TV, radio, and news outlets 21:41 - Managing a viral drone video with domestic and international rollout 24:52 - Wildlife ethics, research, and why distance matters 26:53 - How the footage may help scientists study maternal behavior in humpbacks 28:03 - Looking for other unique whale individuals and patterns 29:18 - What excites Alex about drone technology: quieter aircraft, better batteries, and better zoom 31:52 - Bucket-list wildlife goals, including Antarctica and big cetaceans 34:32 - Advice for young photographers: be consistent, follow passion, and keep practicing 36:29 - Studying film on the Gold Coast and aiming for expedition storytelling 38:45 - The documentaries and nature storytellers that shaped his path 40:05 - Closing thoughts on conservation and what comes next

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  Episode #9

  Drones in Defense: The Future Unveiled at Xponential 2026 w/ Dustyn Brewer, Doug Rodson, and Alvin Brunner | Episode 9

  Aug 13, 202635 min

  A very special episode recorded on the expo floor at at Xponential 2026 with Dustyn Brewer of Zephyr Drone Simulator, Doug Rodzon of Skyway Range, and Alvin Brummer from the FAA.This episode of the Drone is the Future podcast explores the evolving role of drones in military and civilian applications, highlighting innovations in technology, regulatory challenges, and the integration of AI and autonomous systems. The conversation features insights from industry experts on the future of drone operations, their impact on defense, and real-world success stories in training and application. Chapters 00:00 The Future of Drones in Defense 06:58 Innovations in Drone Technology 14:02 Regulatory Challenges and Developments 22:07 AI and Autonomous Systems in Drones 29:01 Real-World Applications and Success Stories #drones #military #AI #autonomoussystems #regulations #technology #defense #innovation #training #agriculture

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  Episode #8

  "Bigger, Better, Faster, Farther" Talking training, community and the future of drones w/ Ian Wills of Costal Drone | Episode 8

  Jul 30, 202654 min

  In this episode, we explore the fascinating journey of Ian Wills discussing the evolution of drone technology, regulations, and misconceptions. Learn how industry and regulation interact, and get insights into the future of drones from an experienced professional. In this episode, we explore the future of drone technology, regulations, and the evolving drone community through an insightful interview with industry expert Ian. Discover how regulations are shaping the industry, innovative applications, and the personal stories behind drone advancements. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Guest and Episode Overview 03:40 Getting Started in Drones: The Pilot's Background 05:31 First Drone Experiences in the Philippines 07:01 Overcoming Early Drone Challenges and Failures 08:58 Memorable Drone Missions and Lessons Learned 11:04 Transition from Aviation to Drone Industry 13:00 The Role of Experience in Teaching and Regulation 15:02 Keeping Up with Rapid Regulatory Changes 17:00 Industry Growth and Market Potential 19:57 The Impact of Personal Backgrounds on Success 22:00 Addressing Public Misconceptions and Privacy Concerns 23:59 The Future of Drone Regulation and Industry Innovation 26:58 The Passion for Drones and Industry Outlook 28:48 Ian discusses YouTube engagement and audience preferences 30:01 The importance of authentic engagement with the drone community 30:36 Insights into recent regulatory changes and future prospects 31:00 The impact of regulations on drone capabilities and industry growth 36:00 Shift from basic to advanced drone operations and new capabilities 37:17 The future of autonomous, crewed, and urban mobility drones 38:26 Expanding drone applications in agriculture and logistics 44:44 Personal stories: Ian’s father’s first drone experience 45:51 Reflections on community recognition and industry growth 47:18 Anticipated regulatory developments and industry opportunities 48:40 The potential of heavy-lift and beyond visual line of sight drones 50:34 Innovative drone applications in farming and spraying 52:39 Closing thoughts and future outlook for the drone industry

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