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JaNette Lefkowitz is a towering figure in competitive skydiving in the United States. JaNette's influence spans widely; it's a common thread among many four-way teams to find at least one member who has benefited from her coaching or mentorship. As the co-founder of SDC Rhythm XP, she has been at the helm of a team that embodies excellence since its inception in 2007, consistently competing at the highest levels globally. In addition to her competitive achievements, JaNette co-founded the Women’s Skydiving Network, a non-profit dedicated to supporting and increasing female participation in skydiving.

Above all, JaNette serves as an exemplary ambassador for the sport. Her contributions are marked by undeniable class and unwavering professionalism, making her a respected and influential figure in the skydiving community.

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Today's guest is a standout figure in the skydiving world. Becca Farewell, with over 7,000 jumps and 11 years of experience, has served as a tandem instructor, AFF Instructor, and videographer at notable locations including Go Jump Oceanside, Skydive Elsinore, and Skydive Perris. Renowned for her vibrant energy and dedication as a teacher, Becca's life took a dramatic turn in July 2021 when a hard landing resulted in quadriplegia. Undeterred, she continues to inspire through her rehabilitation journey, engaging in activities like wind tunnel flying, tandem skydiving, tetra skiing, and even comedy. Although she no longer skydives actively, Becca's legacy and influence in the community remain profoundly impactful.

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Danny Smith has been the DZO at Skydive Carolina for 38 years and counting! Throughout his tenure, he's endured major challenges, and yet he still loves it (a rarity!). In this episode we talk about Danny's amazing career and love for skydiving. 
This is a special episode for me as Danny Smith has done so much for me personally. Without him, my discovery of skydiving and my residency in the United States wouldn't exist. 

I'm deeply grateful for this man who gave me an opportunity when I needed it most. 

I hope you'll enjoy this episode with DZO, Danny Smith! 

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Larry Hill is the visionary behind one of the most recognized dropzones in the world, Skydive Arizona. 

Larry’s influence extends beyond the operation of his famous dropzone. He has been a crucial supporter of competitive skydiving, particularly through his backing of the storied, Arizona Airspeed. This support helped catapult the team to national and world recognition, embodying Larry's commitment to excellence and competitive spirit in skydiving​​. Moreover, Skydive Arizona is not just a drop zone that has hosted every major skydiving event in the world,  but a hub for  the worlds most talented skydivers. You’ll be hard pressed to find any of today’s top competitors who have not journeyed to the town made famous by its dropzone - Eloy. 

In 2020, Larry was inducted into the International Skydiving Hall of Fame for his tremendous contributions to the sport.