Chuck Cook Podcast

Today we take the Model Y out on version 14.3.10 to evaluate Bennett's waypoint app, run the unprotected left at Chuck's Corner, and check Chuck's chain. We also look at the front camera visibility alerts in the service menu and test various parking scenarios across town.

Highlights:

- Evaluating Bennett's waypoint navigation app to manage automatic routing between test locations

- Executing the unprotected left at Chuck's Corner followed by a U-turn waypoint

- Checking the service menu for front camera visibility alerts linked to glare and windshield off-gassing

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AJ and I take the Cybertruck out on FSD 14.3.9 to test the new automatic collision avoidance logic and run our standard route. We evaluate the question mark unprotected left, multiple parking scenarios, and the thin chain test. Throughout the drive, we test simulated driver inattention and obstacle approaches to see whether the new collision avoidance logic intervenes.

Highlights:

- Cybertruck navigates the neighborhood question mark unprotected left and completes a tight U-turn into the center travel lane.

- Multiple tests of the automatic collision avoidance logic fail to trigger an autonomous...

We take the Model Y out on FSD 14.3.9 to test the new automatic collision evasion feature and see how it handles our regular route. Along the drive we look at highway lane change behavior, unprotected left turns, and multiple parking scenarios. I also attempt to deliberately trigger the evasion feature on the highway and reflect on my recent CyberCab ride in Austin.

Highlights:

- Attempted twice to trigger automatic collision evasion by disengaging steering and looking into the back seat, but the feature did not activate

- Successfully completed the unprotected left turn...

In this drive, we test FSD version 14.3.8 on the Cybertruck across our standard Jacksonville route to evaluate unprotected left turns and navigation waypoints. We also test the thin chain obstacle, diagonal parking behavior, and performance during a heavy rainstorm with standing water.

Highlights:

- Setting up a multi-stop navigation route using Grok voice commands and saved favorites.

- Executing an unprotected left turn and U-turn with smooth creep-and-wait behavior across multi-lane traffic.

- Evaluating V3 Supercharger stall parking alignment and charging cable reach.

- Testing the thin...

We take the Model Y out on FSD Supervised v14.3.8 to test new summer update features, voice waypoint navigation, and the standard testing route. Along the way, we evaluate an unprotected left turn, re-test the thin chain scenario, and discuss the service resolution on our family member's HW3 car.

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building. Meanwhile, the tarp flight barriers are keeping the bees up high during the late summer dearth. Chuck also discusses why defensive bee behavior during August should not immediately be blamed on genetics.

Highlights:

- Inspection and layout of the 16 by 32 slab with a two-by-four shelf ledge for corrugated metal siding and 12-inch deep footers

- Setting the slab height above the terrain's high point near the oak tree to ensure water drains away from the building

- Reviewing the aggregate reinforcement concrete mix used instead of traditional four-inch wire mesh<...

🚨🔥 Life threw a major wrench in the Bee Lab, but Chuck is back with a massive update on rebuilding from scratch! From losing his shop and equipment in a devastating fire to ingenious DIY apiary hacks, discover how the hives (and Chuck) are staying resilient through the chaos. 🐝💪

🤔 How are Chuck’s untreated hives surviving after losing all his management tools?

🤔 What budget-friendly tarp trick forces bees to fly high above terrified construction workers?

🤔 What does it actually take to design and rebuild a high-tech, code-compliant "Bee Lab 2.0" from the ground up?

📍 Highlights in this...

🚘⚡ Take a front-row seat in the Cybertruck as we put Tesla’s FSD 14.3.7 through a grueling real-world test drive! From heated hardware reliability debates to raw talk about speed control, we're unpacking the most controversial topics facing the Tesla community today.

🤔 Is Tesla’s V14 software update secretly pushing older Hardware 3 computers past their breaking point?

🤔 Why is Tesla AI officially calling manual "Max Speed" control an anti-pattern that's never coming back?

🤔 Are zero-disengagement FSD streaks actually encouraging dangerous driving habits?

📍 Highlights in this episode:

✅ First impressions drive testing FSD 14.3.7 in the Cyber...

🚗⚡ Chuck is back in the driver's seat with a fresh cup of coffee and the latest Tesla FSD 14.3.7 update! Join us as we put full self-driving through its paces, react to terrifyingly bad parking jobs, and break down the reality behind RoboTaxi hype.

🤔 Why is FSD still struggling with basic angle parking while nailing Supercharger backing? Will V15 finally give us a native AI navigation brain to stop late lane swaps? Are older Hardware 3 computers secretly ticking time bombs for out-of-warranty owners?

📍 Highlights in this episode:

✅ Real-world road test of Tesla FSD...

🚗⚡ Buckle up for a raw, unfiltered ride as we put Tesla's FSD version 14.3.2 to the ultimate test! From frustrating UI updates to mind-blowing reaction times, this first impressions drive in the Model Y has a little bit of everything.

🤔 Does the new forced disengagement screen actually create a safety hazard for everyday drivers? Why is the occupancy network seemingly ignoring the front bumper camera during parking? And most importantly, can this new build finally pass the infamous "thin chain" test?

📍 Highlights in this episode:

✅ Deep dive into the controversial new mandatory...

🚗💨 Is Tesla's Smart Summon on the FSD 14.3 stack finally the game-changer we've been waiting for, or just a parking lot panic waiting to happen? Join Chuck and AJ from the back seat of a Model Y Juniper as they put this highly requested feature to the ultimate test!

🤔 How well does the new system handle unexpected pedestrians and tricky crosswalks? Can you trick the car into driving itself onto a high-speed public highway? And most importantly, what happens when "Smart" Summon suddenly drops its connection right in the middle of a busy traffic circle?

📍 Highlights in this epis...

🚗⚡️ Buckle up for a deep dive into Tesla's latest release! FSD v14.3.1 is rolling out wide, and while the driving logic is feeling butter-smooth, the navigation stack is still proving to be the ultimate "Achilles heel."

🤔 Will Hardware 3 be left in the dust without a retrofit? Why is the car still struggling with "sloppy" parking jobs and ignoring thin chains? And what would happen if Tesla implemented multi-agent AI reasoning to finally fix those frustrating navigation blunders?

📍 Highlights in this episode:

✅ Experience FSD 14.3.1's incredibly smooth reaction times (even dodging squirre...

🤖⚡️ Taking the Cybertruck out for a spin to test the highly anticipated FSD 14.3! It’s the major under-the-hood rewrite we’ve been waiting for, but is the real-world performance actually living up to the hype?

🤔 How does the Cybertruck handle the notorious "thin chain" parking test? What happens when the truck forces you into a locked "chill mode" with no override? And are we really getting closer to fully unsupervised driving, or are there still too many limitations?

📍 Highlights in this episode:

✅ Testing the limits of Mad Max mode on the highway

🚗⚡️ We're back behind the wheel! After a four-month break, Chuck returns to put Tesla's highly anticipated FSD v14.3 to the ultimate real-world test. With a massive under-the-hood rewrite, is this the efficiency leap we've been waiting for?

🤔 Did the newly rebuilt AI compiler finally fix highway navigation and lane-change planning? Why did the heavily updated parking logic completely miss a "rockstar" parking spot? And what do these massive backend upgrades mean for the future of Hardware 3 and the Robotaxi fleet?

📍 Highlights in this episode:

✅ Deep dive into FSD 14.3's massive AI comp...

🐝 Welcome back to the apiary! Grab your veil and hive tool because today's episode is an action-packed masterclass in spring hive management. Chuck is taking us along for a busy day of chores, and we are diving deep into the fascinating world of queen rearing, drone maturity, and swarm catching! 🍯✨

🤔 Ever wonder how to actually test a drone's maturity for instrumental insemination? Did you know that "bald brood" might actually be a fantastic sign that your bees are actively fighting off Varroa mites? Or how about the secret entrance-watching trick to know for sure if a wild swarm has p...

🐝🔬 Ready to take your apiary to the absolute next level? From brilliant DIY yard hacks to high-tech queen breeding, Chuck is taking us on a fascinating behind-the-scenes tour of the bee yard!

Ever wondered if using UV-reflective paint on your mating nucs actually helps your bees navigate? Curious about how a simple kitchen silicone mat can completely revolutionize how you process slum gum? Or maybe you're just wondering exactly when you should actually start panicking about a queenless split?

📍 Highlights in this episode:

✅ Build the ultimate DIY solar wax melter (and learn why your latitu...

🐝🔬 Spring is heating up in Zone 9B, and we are back in the apiary with some seriously advanced beekeeping updates! Join Chuck as he returns from the University of Florida with official instrumental insemination training and dives into the fascinating (and sometimes tricky) world of early-season queen rearing.

Are early-season cold snaps sabotaging your drone populations and ruining natural mating flights? Curious why your styrofoam mating nucs might be leaking bees—and how a little DIY ingenuity can fix it? And the ultimate question: did our Valentine's Day virgins actually make it back with fertilized eggs? 🤔

📍 Highlig...

🐝✨ Things are getting real in the apiary today! Join Chuck for a candid look at the critical transition from "cell starter" to "cell finisher." It’s not just about the wins; we’re showing the mistakes too!

🤔 What is the correct configuration for a queen-right finisher above an excluder?

😬 Can you actually save a queen cell after it falls off the bar?

📊 Is a less than 10% failure rate considered a success after 48 hours?

📍 Highlights in this episode:

✅ The step-by-step process of moving cells at the 48-hour mark

✅ Anal...

🐝👑 Is it time to let nature take the wheel in our apiaries? We’re back for grafting day, but Chuck is dropping some serious hot takes on Varroa management and why his best breeder queen this year came straight from the wild!

🤔 Are we actually making the Varroa problem worse in the US by constantly treating our hives?

🧬 Could a random wild swarm actually hold better genetics than expensive, famous breeder lineages?

👀 What does a full, unedited grafting sequence look like when you're over 50 and need "cheater" glasses?

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🐝💥 Spring is buzzing early in the Southeast, and it’s time to wake up the apiary! Are you ready to build some "monster hives" for the upcoming season?

🤔 Wondering how to expand your colonies early without triggering a premature swarm?

🧐 Curious why giving your virgin queens the "front door" might drastically boost your mating success rates?

🏗️ Want to know the specific steps for a "Modified Demaree" manipulation to maximize laying space?

📍 Highlights in this episode:

✅ Strategies for early spring feeding and capitalizing on maple pollen

✅ A step-by-step br...

🐝 It’s officially the start of the 2026 season! While most people are prepping for Valentine’s Day, Chuck is out in the apiary focused on a different kind of labor of love: setting up the first queen cell starter of the year. This episode takes you right into the hive to configure a powerhouse starter for tomorrow's graft.

🤔 Is the "zero mite" count goal actually a total fallacy in modern beekeeping?

🧪 What is Harbo testing really telling us about genetic resistance vs. mite reproduction?

📋 How do you properly configure a queen-less bottom box while keeping th...

🍯🌿 It’s January in Zone 9B, and that means the maples are budding and the vacation is over! The 2024 beekeeping season is kicking off early, so it's time to get off the sofa and get back into the apiary.

🤔 Are you accidentally triggering a March swarm by overfeeding your bees right now? Wondering how to stop your sugar water from fermenting without using bleach? Curious about how to manage explosive colony growth using the Demaree method?

📍 Highlights in this episode:

✅ Why the "beekeeping year" actually starts in January for the Southeast

✈️🚙 What do a terrifying Airbus incident, solar flares, and the latest Cybertruck FSD update have in common? Join Captain Chuck for a drive that turns into a fascinating deep dive into software reliability!

🌞 How can a "bit flip" caused by solar activity force a massive aviation software update?

🏎️ Is the removal of max speed control in the new FSD profiles a dealbreaker for daily drivers?

⛓️ Did the Cybertruck finally pass the infamous "Thin Chain" test, or did it fail again?

📍 Highlights in this episode:

✅ First impressions of FSD v14.2...

🦃🚘 Thanksgiving came with a side of AI! We’re taking the new Tesla FSD V14.2.1 for a spin on the Model Y to see if the holiday update is a feast or a flop.

🤔 Does the new update finally fix the dreaded "Thin Chain" parking test? Why is the car still emergency braking for piles of leaves, and what does that say about object mass detection? And is the "learning curve" for FSD too steep for the average driver receiving a free trial?

📍 Highlights in this episode:

✅ The "Navigation Switcheroo": Why...

🤖⚡️ FSD v14.1.7 is here, and it might be the smoothest, most human-like version yet! We're taking the new Model Y "Juniper" for its first spin on the latest software, and the results are mind-blowing.

🤔 Is the infamous FSD brake-jab finally a thing of the past? Can the car really see and react to a "Road Closed" sign in real-time? And how is this new level of automation changing the role of the driver forever?

Highlights in this episode:

✅ First impressions drive on the brand new FSD v14.1.7.

✅ Witness FSD re...

🐝❄️ Just when you think beekeeping season is winding down... a surprise swarm moves in! We found a brand new colony in a swarm trap in the middle of November, and the race against winter is ON.

🤔 Is it even possible for a late-season swarm to survive with no nectar flow? How do you give a tiny new colony a fighting chance against hive beetles and the cold? Can you really just "borrow" resources from another hive to save them?

📍 Highlights in this episode:

✅ Witness the discovery of an unexpected November bee sw...

🤖🚚⚡️ It’s finally here! We got our hands on the exclusive FSD Version 14.1.5 for the Cybertruck, and the results are game-changing. Jump in for our very first drive with the software that promises to be the smoothest build yet.

🤔 Has Tesla finally solved the phantom brake taps and jerky behavior? Can the colossal Cybertruck actually reverse into a tight Supercharger spot by itself? And how does this drive compare to the same software on a Model Y?

Here are the highlights from our first impressions drive:

✅ Witness the Cybertruck's first-ever FSD-po...

👋🤖 Farewell, Possum V1! Join us for a sentimental final drive as we say goodbye to our trusty Model Y and prepare for the new Juniper model.

🤔 Should FSD be a standard feature on every Tesla, not an expensive add-on? Why does the latest version still make questionable choices in school zones and at unprotected left turns?

📍 Highlights in this episode:

✅ The last ride in "Possum" & why we're upgrading to the new Juniper Model Y.

✅ Putting FSD 14.1.4 to the test in active school zones with mixed results.

✅ A deep dive...

🤖🚗✨ The brand new Tesla FSD 14.14 update just dropped! Is it the smooth, human-like drive we've been waiting for? We took it for an hour-long spin to find out.

🤔 Has Tesla finally solved the "brake tap" issue in this new build? How does the system handle a brand new, unmapped, egg-shaped roundabout? And is the driver attention monitoring system actually a step backwards?

📍 Highlights in this episode:

✅ First impressions on the smoother, but not eliminated, brake tapping.

✅ Navigating a brand new and complex roundabout with railroad tracks like a pro.

✅ An...

🤖🚗 Strap in! We're taking Tesla's FSD 14.1.3 for a spin through some of the trickiest real-world scenarios we could find. From sketchy U-turns to sun glare warnings, this drive has it all.

🤔 Does "Mad Max" mode live up to its name in quiet neighborhoods? What's causing the infamous "brake stabbing," and is it getting better or worse? Can FSD handle a complex, multi-lane merge right after a railroad crossing?

Here's what we cover in this drive:

✅ Testing the new speed profiles from "Mad Max" to "Sloth" and how they handle speed limit...

☕️🤖 Ever seen a self-driving car get... stubborn? On this morning's coffee run, Chuck puts Tesla's FSD to the test on a new route, tackling school zones, busy intersections, and a bizarre new "turbo roundabout." The results are NOT what you'd expect.

🤔 Why did FSD blow right through an active school zone, despite release notes claiming improvements? What happens when the car's navigation actively AVOIDS a new traffic pattern? Is the infamous FSD "brake stabbing" a real issue, or is the car just being overly cautious?

📍 Highlights in this episode:

✅ FSD's big FAIL...

🤖⚡️ Tesla's AI is cooking! We just got the brand new FSD Supervised version 14.1.3, and we're taking it for its first spin to see what's changed.

🤔 Is this just a minor polish, or are there hidden improvements under the hood? How does Mad Max mode really feel compared to Standard on this build? And when will we finally see the big 14.2 update Elon promised?

📍 Highlights in this episode:

✅ First impressions drive of the fresh 14.1.3 software release.

✅ A real-world comparison of Mad Max vs. Standard driving profiles.

✅ Watch it nail a tricky unprotected...

🤖⚡️ We're going full MAD MAX! Tesla just dropped FSD version 14.1.1.2 with a brand new aggressive speed profile, and we're putting it to the ultimate test in peak rush hour traffic.

🤔 Does "Mad Max" mode make the car dangerously aggressive, or just more confident? Has Tesla finally fixed the hesitant lane changes from the last update? And can it handle one of the most difficult unprotected left turns we've ever seen on camera?

Highlights from this drive:

✅ Putting the new "Mad Max" profile through its paces in heavy traffic.

✅ Witnessing an unbelievable, nail-biting un...

🐝🤔 Ever opened a hive expecting one thing and found a total mystery? This week, we're getting our hands sticky and our minds blown!

Ever found an unmarked queen where a marked one should be? What do you do when you discover a hive is trying to supersede its proven, mite-resistant queen? And how do you handle mite counts that are creeping above the threshold in your "no-treat" apiary?

📍 Highlights from this week's apiary inspection:

✅ Watch a real-time Varroa mite check using the soapy water method.

✅ The shocking discovery of a hive that secretly...

⚡️🤖 NEW FSD UPDATE! Tesla just dropped version 14.1.1 with a super-fast turnaround. We're taking it for a spin to see if they finally fixed the biggest annoyance from the last version.

🤔 Is the notorious "brake stabbing" really gone, or has Tesla just turned down the volume? What's the shocking reason I'm trading in my current car for a leased Model Y Juniper? And how does this new build handle tricky railroad crossings in direct sunlight?

📍 Highlights in this episode:

✅ First impressions drive of the brand-new FSD 14.1.1 update.

✅ The final verdict on "brake stabbing" – is it...

🤖🚗🤯 We put the new Tesla FSD v14 to the ultimate test... a Chick-fil-A drive-through! Navy pilot Charlie, a Hardware 3 owner, gets behind the wheel of a Hardware 4 car for the first time, and his reaction is priceless.

🤔 Is Hardware 4 really a giant leap forward in self-driving capability? Can a car actually order food, wait for it, and navigate a complex drive-through without human help? How does the latest software handle real-world chaos like flooded streets and tight parking lots?

Here are the highlights from this mind-blowing drive:

✅ A Navy pilot's live reaction comparing the assertive...

🤖⚡️ FSD 14.1 is FINALLY here! We're taking Tesla's most anticipated software update for its first spin to see if the long wait was worth it.

🤔 Is the new end-to-end parking feature a total game-changer? Has the driving behavior become more confident or more conservative? And what does the mysterious "Increased Attention Required" alert mean for the future of self-driving?

Highlights from our first drive:

✅ Jaw-dropping "one-shot" parking at a supercharger that puts Autopark to shame.

✅ A breakdown of the new 'Sloth,' 'Chill,' and 'Hurry' driving modes.

✅ FSD nails a tricky unprote...

🐝🍁 Fall is here, but the work in the apiary is just heating up! We're diving deep into the hidden signs of the fall nectar flow, mite-fighting genetics, and some game-changing new tech for your hives.

🤔 Is a zero mite count actually a warning sign for your colony's future? Could a spotty brood pattern be a GOOD thing? And are you ready to see a brand new tool for testing your queen's hygiene in action?

📍 Highlights in this episode:

✅ Learn to spot the fall flow in Zone 9B using hive scales and key indicator plants.

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🚚🐝 Ever adopted a beehive sight unseen? We're on an emergency rescue mission to rehome a massive hive for a beekeeper moving across the country, and what we find inside is a real shocker!

🤔 How do you prepare to move a hive you've never inspected before? What's the best way to secure a triple-deep colony for a bumpy ride in a truck? And what happens when a seemingly healthy hive is secretly a ticking "mite bomb"?

📍 Highlights in this episode:

✅ See the complete toolkit for a successful remote hive relocation.

✅ Watch our step-by-step pro...

😱🐝🍯 Uh oh! Ever neglected a swarm trap a little too long? Chuck's showing us the sticky, gooey, and downright chaotic reality of a "swarm hot mess" – and how to deal with it!

🤔 What really happens when you leave a swarm trap unchecked for weeks (or even a month!)?

🤔 Ever faced a mountain of unexpected burr comb and wondered how to salvage it (and the bees)?

🤔 Could you be accidentally causing your queen to be superseded by pulling too much brood from her hive? Chuck shares a recent mystery!

📍 Highlights in this episode:

✅ Witnes...