Best Midlife Pilot Podcasts (2024)

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EP92 - Short memories and embracing the suck 46:04

3d ago46:04

46:04

Ben and Ted talk about making mistakes and learning from them. They emphasize the importance of short memories and moving on from mistakes to avoid making things worse. They also highlight the importance of learning from the mistakes and using them to improve flying skills. Mentioned on the show: * Sandel HSI: https://www.bennettavionics.com/sn-330…

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The Bonus Episode: We're not having a midlife crisis! 18:46

7d ago18:46

18:46

Richard and Dr Jim are back! Hot off the heels of their very much NOT midlife crisis trip to the Himalayas, they're diving into the science of the brain after this week's main episode with the brilliant neuroscientist and author Dr Dean Burnett. They dial into the reassuring idea that the brain is shaped by both nature AND nurture, find more eviden…

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EP91 - From Impostor to Aviator: 10 Tips for New Pilots 59:13

10d ago59:13

59:13

In Episode 91 of the Midlife Pilot Podcast, Ben, Brian, and Ted dive into a treasure trove of wisdom from listener Braeden D. Join us as we navigate through 10 essential tips for new pilots. We unpack: The money pit: Saving for flight training (spoiler: it's more than you think) Brain training: Why rote memorization won't fly CFI shopping: Finding …

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Dr Dean Burnett on the secrets of the brain and dealing with tricky emotions 56:46

10d ago56:46

56:46

This week on the season FINALE of Who We Are Now Richard and Izzy chat to top neuroscientist and bestselling author Dr Dean Burnett. Dr Dean has the answers on EVERYTHING about the brain, and we really mean everything. From how grief actually has a purpose, why men are not from mars, and women are not from venus, to why travel sickness happens and …

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The Bonus Episode: My frontal lobe and me 27:04

14d ago27:04

27:04

This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now the brilliant Dr T is back to join Izzy to discuss this week's main episode with former Head of Race Strategy, F1 legend Bernie Collins. Listen to understand the fundamental differences between male and female brains, how your formative childhood experiences might dictate your career, and the reason …

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EP90 - Information Whiskey - NORDO in a Bravo, orcas diversion, cloud dancing 1:03:12

17d ago1:03:12

1:03:12

The guys swap tales of dodging clouds, diverting around storms, and wrestling with an ancient audio panel that picked the worst possible time to conk out (IFR over Atlanta - yikes!) Ben, Brian and Ted dish on what it's like to fly with a pilot you haven't shared a cockpit with before. Is your flying buddy all good? - or a hazardous attitude waiting…

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Bernie Collins on female engineers, pit wall drama and F1 secrets 48:47

19d ago48:47

48:47

This week on Who We Are Now Izzy's F1 dreams come true and the pair are joined by former head of race strategy at Aston Martin and current F1 strategy analyst Bernie Collins. Bernie tells her incredible story, from starting out at a very Derry Girls-eqsue school in Northern Ireland, working with the likes of Jensen Button and Sebastian Vettel, to b…

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The Bonus Episode: Alcohol, Acceptance and Finding Gratitude 28:08

22d ago28:08

28:08

Izzy joins the amazing Dr Tharaka live from a racing garage to delve into this week's thought-provoking episode featuring comedian and podcaster John Robins. With John speaking so candidly about his journey with alcohol addiction and his efforts to build a better life, Izzy and Dr Tharaka explore the importance of self-honesty, recognising and corr…

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EP89 - Aviation Mentors, the freshmakers of pilots 59:19

24d ago59:19

59:19

Why is having aviation mentors so important? We tell tales of mentors saving the day, how to be mentored, and the importance of never missing an opportunity to shut up. Listeners Bruce and Neil give feedback about last week's discussion of flying in heat. Mentioned on the show: * Cape Girardeau airport, Missouri: https://www.airnav.com/airport/CGI …

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John Robins on addiction, dream cars and Task Master secrets 59:03

26d ago59:03

59:03

This week on Who We Are Now with Richard and Izzy are joined by comedian and podcaster, the brilliant John Robins. After Izzy lifts the lid on some Task Master secrets, including the story of one very expensive Freddie Mercury jacket, John gets candid about his experience with addiction. Together, they unpick what addiction can actually look like, …

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The Bonus Episode: Revenge bedtime procrastination and how to sleep yourself thin 25:33

29d ago25:33

25:33

This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now a groggy and tired Richard and Izzy join Dr Jim from their holidays! After discussing a night of sleeplessness and prickly heat, the three get to grips with the most important parts of this week's episode with Dr Lindsay Browning. Expect more tips on how to sleep if you're not getting any, learn how …

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EP88 - The Heat is On 55:13

1M ago55:13

55:13

How does flying in the heat affect you? Do you know when to say when? We talk about the trials of flying in summer heat, things we think about to keep safe, Ben's ride in an L39, and more! Mentioned on the show: - Larry Lee flying his L39 (this is who flew Ben): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46BWO26mNpE - FlightChops, flying aerobatics with his d…

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Dr Lindsay Browning on sleep paralysis demons and why you should NEVER press 'snooze' 55:19

1M ago55:19

55:19

How well did you sleep last night? This week on Who We Are Now with Richard and Izzy Hammond they're joined by the brilliant sleep expert Dr Lindsay Browning. Together, they learn that coffee might not be keeping you up, cheese most definitely does NOT give you bad dreams, and they find out the tips and tricks to help you get those much needed zzz'…

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The Bonus Episode: The L Word, how to get out there, and a good ribbing 19:31

1M ago19:31

19:31

This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now Richard and Dr Jim make friends... awwww. After this week's episode with Billy No Mates author Max Dickens exposed the enormous loneliness epidemic happening right now amongst men, we unpick why male friendships are so different and so important and that a good ribbing is sometimes exactly what your …

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EP87 - Owning bad weather routing with ATC and AJ 52:04

1M ago52:04

52:04

Friend of the show AJ joins the podcast to recap a masterful flight that Ben and 1dullgeek took with careful routing through thunderstorms. AJ's work with controllers was instructive for Ben. AJ also joined the Chock Club with Ben. Mentioned on the show: * BUKHD3 arrival: https://aeronav.faa.gov/d-tpp/2407/00469BUKHD.PDF * Eagleville Soaring club: …

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Max Dickens on his missing best man and being a 'Billy No Mates' 57:31

1M ago57:31

57:31

This week on Who We Are Now with Richard and Izzy Hammond are joined by the author of Billy No Mates Max Dickens. After realising that he didn't have a close enough friend to ask to be the best man at his wedding, Max threw himself into research that revealed men have a HUGE friendship problem. Together, the uncover the issues that might be prevent…

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The Bonus Episode: Richard's intrusive thoughts and re-wiring your brain 17:14

1M ago17:14

17:14

This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now Richard and Dr Jim take an inward look at their own preposterous intrusive thoughts, highlights include shouting at the top of your lungs in an important event and stealing a gun from a policeman! In this look back on this week's main episode we remind ourselves that intrusive thoughts are uniquely h…

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EP86 - Information Whiskey - Broken Things Happened 1:00:44

1M ago1:00:44

1:00:44

We are joined by Mark, aka 1DullGeek, to debrief the alternator loss on an instrument approach while returning from Osh Kosh. We discuss how the near-emergency was handled, how flying with a second pilot worked, and how Instrument training can only prepare you for so much. Mentioned on the show: * Flying Midwest Podcast - Information Foxtrot with B…

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Josh Fletcher on OCD, real life compulsions and Charlize Theron 56:32

2M ago56:32

56:32

This week on Who We Are Now Richard and Izzy are joined by one of their favourite guests from last season, anxiety therapist Josh Fletcher to answer the question, can you be a little bit 'OCD'?. Richard and Izzy will be the first to admit that they've thrown around the phrase 'that's a bit OCD around', and they know it's probably not quite right. A…

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The Bonus Episode: How to be grateful and the power of Dr T 19:40

2M ago19:40

19:40

On this weeks bonus episode Dr Jim get something off his chest… Dr T is really good! (Even if he is a psychiatrist). Richard and Dr Jim muse on the idea that we see the world through our own experiences, how the key to contentment might just be gratefulness and, in a handbrake turn, try to figure out whether Dr Jim might be prison bound! Listen on …

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EP85 - Hazardous Midlife Attitudes 58:46

2M ago58:46

58:46

Which hazardous attitudes do we find ourselves falling into sometimes? Are some of the classic 5 hazardous attitudes more or less common in midlife pilots? We talk them all through from our point of view.Mentioned on the show:- Aeronautical Decision Making AC with the Hazardous Attitudes, AC 60-22: https://www.faa.gov/documentLibrary/media/Advisory…

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Dr Tharaka on the power of the mind and the ONE exercise that can change your life forever 56:14

2M ago56:14

56:14

This week on Who We Are Now with Richard and Izzy Hammond we're joined by friend of the show Dr Tharaka. Dr T teaches Richard and Izzy just how powerful the mind can be, Izzy unleashes her competitive spirit, and we learn the one exercise that can change our mental and physical health forever. The power is in YOUR hands! Listen on Global Player to …

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The Bonus Episode: Building Barbie cars, unsightly sunburn and naked running 21:47

2M ago21:47

21:47

This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now the team turn into full hobbyists as they find out the best way to spend our past times... Post this week's episode with fellow Grand Tour-er James May and the CEO of Hornby Hobbies Olly Raeburn, Richard, Izzy and Dr Jim discuss the importance of working with your hands, how building miniatures is an…

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EP84 - Midlife radio tips with RH - reading the room 1:04:48

2M ago1:04:48

1:04:48

RH of Opposing Bases joins Ben, Brian, and Ted to offer some midlife radio tips. What's the perfect flight following call? Does it matter? Should you call "in the blind"? What does a controller hear when they're listening to multiple frequencies? OB will be at Airventure in Oshkosh, recording a show Saturday, July 27 2024 at 10am. Mentioned on the …

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James May and Olly Raeburn on escapism, nerdy hobbies and Richard Hammond's biggest secret 49:57

2M ago49:57

49:57

This week on Who We Are Now with Richard and Izzy Hammond Richard lifts the lid on one of his biggest secrets... his nerdy hobby. Joined by self professed nerd James May and CEO of Hornby Hobbies Olly Raeburn, the team unpick what it means to want to build a world for yourself. James fancies himself playing God, Izzy learns that she needs to temper…

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The Bonus Episode: Fighting for the corp and how to speak teen boy 28:55

2M ago28:55

28:55

This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now Richard and Jim look back on this week's surprising chat with former S.F combat medic Ged Healy. Jim delivers his take on why we don't actually need to have negative experiences to form resilience (phew!) and we learn how to encourage young people to engage in discipline and commitment without shippi…

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EP83 - 100 Hours vs. 500 Hours - feral cats in the pattern 59:32

2M ago59:32

59:32

Ben, Brian, and Ted compare perspectives from what it's like to have 100 hours vs. the point of view from 500 hours - and the pursuit of mastery. - People Places & Adventures with Dee and Vee: https://www.youtube.com/@planeplaces/videos - RHP - Andrews North Carolina: https://www.airnav.com/airport/RHP - SSI - St Simons Island: https://www.airnav.c…

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Ged Healy on life in the S.F. and what young people can learn from the military 56:20

2M ago56:20

56:20

This week on Who We Are Now Richard and Izzy are joined by ex army medic Ged Healy to talk about something many of us don't quite have nailed... resilience. Together they explore how people bounce back after dealing with traumatic experiences, how anyone can suffer from PTSD and what young people can learn from the military... and yes, the word dis…

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The Bonus Episode: What is 'normal'? 22:38

2M ago22:38

22:38

This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now, Dr Jim Alvarez joins Izzy to unpick what it means to be normal - in a diagnostic sense vs. culturally and socially. Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a whole day earlier than anywhere else. Download it from the app store or go to globalplayer.com. Have a question for the team? Email w…

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EP82 - Flight Simulators and Jitters 1:02:30

2M ago1:02:30

1:02:30

Ben, Ted, and Brian catch up, then Ben talks with Chris C about his flight simulator use. The community shares opinions and suggestions, then Ted shares a clip from Chris C's recent video talking about having "jitters" after not flying for a while. Mentioned on the show: * Chris C, Flying Past 50, Rebuilding Confidence and Proficiency: https://www.…

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Pete Wharmby on Lotus brains and the truth about the autism spectrum 50:22

3M ago50:22

50:22

This week on Who We Are Now Richard and Izzy are joined by the brilliant Pete Wharmby. An autistic author and speaker, Pete is an incredible educator and reporter from the lines of neurodivergence. Together the team learn what the autism spectrum actually means (spoiler alert, we're not all just a 'little bit autistic'), how we all have our very ow…

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The Bonus Episode: The magic of sweepers and an £18,000 bill 27:03

3M ago27:03

27:03

This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now the Izzy and Jim hear your thoughts on that highly requested episode with co-founder of Andy's Man Club, Luke Ambler. Jim and Izzy unpack why the idea of sweepers got Richard and Izzy so emotional, understand why group therapy is built into us and learn that courage is just as infectious as fear. Lis…

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EP81 - Information Whiskey: broken hoses, hangar rant, and mailbox lasagna 57:33

3M ago57:33

57:33

Join Ben, Brian, and Ted discussing a potpourri of topics, including Ted's trip that was 4x as fast as driving, Josh's Cirrus emergency, 1dullgeek's rant on hangars, and Brian landing Lucy on grass. Mentioned on the show: - Buzzfeed: How Nashville Became One Big Bachelorette Party: https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/annehelenpetersen/how-nashvill…

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Luke Ambler on rock bottom, changing the narrative, and Andy's Man Club 58:56

3M ago58:56

58:56

This week on Who We Are Now Richard and Izzy are joined by the HIGHLY requested co-founder of Andy's Man Club, Luke Ambler. Together, they hear Luke's full story, from struggling with mental health as a child, heady highs of the rugby league, the rock bottom of a police cell, and finally the incredible organisation that is Andy's Man Club. If you'v…

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The Bonus Episode: celery juice, distress tolerance and why not to resist 26:26

3M ago26:26

26:26

This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now the team unpick the slightly controversial topic of grind culture. Jim joins the episode for the aptly titled 'Jim's Take' and after getting a little bit angry about maximising his protocols explains what Sam really meant about the corporatisation of humanity, and how we can be human beings, not huma…

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EP80 - Checkride Fails - a good thing? 59:13

3M ago59:13

59:13

We are joined by CFII and friend Nathan Ballard to talk about checkride failures. Several cases are discussed and the learnings from them. * Nathan's channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NathanBallardSaferFlying/videos * Brian Siskind's new (two hour) video, "the LONGEST most UNWATCHABLE flying video in HISTORY and also mountain flying" https://www.yo…

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Sam Delaney on grind culture and the danger of optimising your protocols 56:28

3M ago56:28

56:28

This week on Who We Are Now Richard and Izzy are joined by fellow podcaster Sam Delaney. After figuring out that the hustle and the grind are in fact not 70s dance moves, Richard and Izzy drill down into the murky world of high performance. From Huberman to coal miners, Richard, Sam and Izzy unpick the corporatisation of the human experience and wh…

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Who We Are Now: Father's Day Special! 50:19

3M ago50:19

50:19

This week on Who We Are Now Richard and Izzy are joined Simon Rimmer and his lovely daughter Flo to celebrate Father's Day! As the Dads of grown up daughters, both Richard and Simon have been through the paternal ringer. This episode the dads and daughters share stories of first fatherhood moments, whether they were destined to be dads and if grand…

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EP79 - Airplane Partnerships: the good, the bad, the ugly 58:47

3M ago58:47

58:47

Airplane partnerships are often the best way for us midlifers to enjoy flying, and while there is good, there is sometimes the bad, or even the ugly. Several unique examples are given, plus a anonymous horror story from a listener. Mentioned on the show: * OG Chris Moran on the news: https://www.wdtv.com/2024/03/21/first-4-forum-chris-moran/ * Bria…

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Coming soon... Who We Are Now, Season Two! 1:20

3M ago1:20

1:20

WE'RE BACK! Who We Are Now with Izzy and Richard Hammond is just one week away from being back with you every single week, as they continue to find out... just who we are now! From understanding how hard the pressures are to be a successful man with Sam Delaney, learning just what addiction means with John Robbins, and experiencing incredible tips …

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EP78 - OG Midlife Pilot - Carb Ice Anxiety and the Joy of Not Flying 59:36

3M ago59:36

59:36

Ben is away for this week, so Brian and Ted are joined by OG host and OG Midlife Pilot Chris Moran! They catch up with Chris, talking about how it's okay to not fly, how proficiency is affected with time, flying clubs, airport authorities, anxiety, carb heat, Super Deltas, cargo cults, West Wing, and more. Mentioned on the show: * Ted's Copalis bea…

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Bad Fish and Good Farts (pilot episode of our brand new podcast, Open Up and Say HA!) 30:13

3M ago30:13

30:13

Send us a Text Message. It's the very first episode of our brand new podcast, Open Up and Say HA!: Stories from Underneath the Paper Gown. Have you ever had a bizarre encounter with a medical practitioner? An ER visit gone awry? A weird thing you found on your foot that turned out to be a rare species of parasitic insect? Welcome to Open Up and Say…

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EP77 - Before hour zero - Beginning in aviation before you can even begin 53:52

4M ago53:52

53:52

Ben, Brian, and Ted are joined by prospective pilot Laura to talk about things to think about before starting flight training. Even before starting, what's the mindset? What can you be doing even when you can't take your first lesson yet? Mentioned on the show: * Ted's "subcultures" video: https://youtu.be/979RVlzZ_3s * The 99s: https://www.ninety-…

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EP76 - When Flying Gets Boring 57:35

4M ago57:35

57:35

Join Ben, Brian, and Ted while they discuss what to do when you have a few hours to fly. Other topics include hyperbole, flying in Sweden, (engine) infant mortality, and a musical Bag o' Words. * Nashville Ninety-Nines: https://nashville99s.org/ * XNX Music City Executive: https://www.musiccityexecutiveairport.com/ * Mt. St. Helens eruption: https:…

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EP75 - Comparison is the thief of joy 58:28

4M ago58:28

58:28

Join Ben, Brian, and Ted as they talk about the pitfalls of comparison and envy in training, airplanes, and in flight. It might be the missing hazardous attitude. Mentioned on the show: * Brian's "Comparison is a Thief" video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_4UoyWk6_Mk * PDK Good Neighbor Day Air Show: https://www.dekalbcountyga.gov/airport/good-n…

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The Bonus Episode: Gimmie a break! 26:42

4M ago26:42

26:42

This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now Dr Jim Alvarez is joined by none other than our Izzy Hammond! The pair get to grips with their SWANS and recount the burnout triangle as they shed light on how to leave a career that's killing you, and just how to give yourself a break - psychologically AND literally. Listen on Global Player to hear …

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EP74 - Pressures, External and Otherwise 53:45

4M ago53:45

53:45

Ben and Ted host while Brian is attending to house issues, but the pod must go on! The two discuss external pressures, from low-visibility rain during training to choosing to not fly to the Bahamas. Community feedback rounds out the topic. Ben is doing tailwheel training soon. Ted also shares a combination Bag o' Words and mistake while flying, and…

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Dr Tharaka on the burnout epidemic, grind culture and the busyness fallacy 55:25

4M ago55:25

55:25

This week on Who We Are Now with Richard and Izzy Hammond unpack burnout. Is it real? Are you just stressed? Dr Tharaka is on the case as Richard and Izzy learn that busyness is NOT a badge of honour, doing a 5-9 before your 9-5 might not be getting you the most of out life, and why you shouldn't use instagram as a barometer for your own personal a…

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The Bonus Episode: The elephant and it's rider 31:15

5M ago31:15

31:15

This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now with Richard Hammond and Dr Jim Alvarez take a look back on this week's episode with 'last of the lads' Spencer Matthews. The two ponder if society will pay a price on it's reliance on digital socialisation, understand that you simply cannot turn each of your emotions off without some serious repercu…

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EP73 - Nashville Fly In recap, Newts, and Chinchillas 58:22

5M ago58:22

58:22

We recap the Nashville Fly In, talk about the importance of the aviation community, newts, chinchillas, and many more insights from our gathering of podcast friends.Mentioned on the show:* Blairsville, Georgia: https://www.airnav.com/airport/DZJ* Published Vertical Guidance approaches: https://www.ifr-magazine.com/system/gps-alphabet-soup/* OG Midl…

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