Episode
From Combat Cockpits to Co-Authors: The Story Behind " Night of The Bear" - EPISODE 172
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- HODGEPOD with Rob Fredette
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- Aug 30, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 3430
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Summary
Hosts Rob Fredette interviews co-authors Alan Cockrell and Richard Hess about their military careers, the writing process behind their novel" Night of the Bear" , and the real-world aviation and geopolitical experiences that inspired their realistic Cold War–style thriller. They discuss combat flying, ferrying jets worldwide, co-author collaboration, character development, and upcoming projects including the sequel "Red Tide "and personal memoirs.