Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Meet Fred Remer—pilot, storm chaser, researcher, and long-time professor who helped shape the culture of meteorology and aviation at the University of North Dakota before retiring in 2024. From flying UND’s Citation research jet to teaching the legendary Aviation Meteorology course, Fred’s 30+ years at UND are filled with stories that blend science, adventure, and a deep love for helping students succeed. In this episode, we dive into his early passion for flying, his path into atmospheric sciences, and the experiences that made him a cornerstone of UND Aerospace.
AeroTalk is the the official podcast of UND Aerospace with new episodes released every Monday! Alongside our host, Matt Opsahl, listeners will explore a range of topics within the field of aerospace. We’ll take you beyond the classroom, talking with alumni, exploring career opportunities in aviation and aerospace, and sharing a few stories along the way. From hands-on tips to industry insights, this podcast is your weekly co-pilot through the ups and downs of life.
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UND Aerospace is a world-renowned center for aerospace learning, nationally acclaimed for our achievements in collegiate aviation education, atmospheric research, space studies, and earth system science and policy research. With more than 500 faculty and staff members, 1,800+ students from around the world, and myriad programs and projects, the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences is setting the pace for the future of flight.
Follow us on Social Media:
Instagram: instagram.com/undaerospace
Facebook: facebook.com/UNDAerospace
Twitter: twitter.com/UNDAerospace?s=20
Meet Fred Remer—pilot, storm chaser, researcher, and long-time professor who helped shape the culture of meteorology and aviation at the University of North Dakota before retiring in 2024. From flying UND’s Citation research jet to teaching the legendary Aviation Meteorology course, Fred’s 30+ years at UND are filled with stories that blend science, adventure, and a deep love for helping students succeed. In this episode, we dive into his early passion for flying, his path into atmospheric sciences, and the experiences that made him a cornerstone of UND Aerospace.
AeroTalk is the the official podcast of UND Aerospace with new episodes released every Monday! Alongside our host, Matt Opsahl, listeners will explore a range of topics within the field of aerospace. We’ll take you beyond the classroom, talking with alumni, exploring career opportunities in aviation and aerospace, and sharing a few stories along the way. From hands-on tips to industry insights, this podcast is your weekly co-pilot through the ups and downs of life.
Catch every episode on your favorite platform:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4XBDIY9...
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/ff7...
Thanks for tuning in and supporting the show! Don’t forget to follow or subscribe so you never miss an episode. 🙌
UND Aerospace is a world-renowned center for aerospace learning, nationally acclaimed for our achievements in collegiate aviation education, atmospheric research, space studies, and earth system science and policy research. With more than 500 faculty and staff members, 1,800+ students from around the world, and myriad programs and projects, the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences is setting the pace for the future of flight.
Follow us on Social Media:
Instagram: instagram.com/undaerospace
Facebook: facebook.com/UNDAerospace
Twitter: twitter.com/UNDAerospace?s=20
