Best Layover Podcasts (2024)

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140 AKL - Everything flight planning, future fares, premium leisure growth, BA Fly no more, LHR T1 secret, the return of the 380? 2:14:33

5d ago2:14:33

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What's next for the aviation industry? The post-pandemic rejigging of air travel with less business travel, and more leisure travelers in the front (who want, like most of you, to experience the full array of premium travel), more often off-season. Will fares keep increasing (it's the economy, stupid!), the unstoppable rise of ancillary revenues (g…

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Anglotopia Podcast: Episode 26 - Q&A How to Move to the UK, Layover Travel, When To Go, and More! 1:00:36

3h ago1:00:36

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This week on the Anglotopia podcast, we take a break from the guests and answer listener questions. In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, Jonathan and Jackie answer questions about Britain from their listeners. They discuss topics such as when to visit England, how to spend a layover in London, and the must-see attractions in the city. They al…

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#185 Morocco Part Two and an Extra Long Layover in Paris 38:34

4d ago38:34

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Lara tells us about the rest of her trip and how she decided to stay in Paris for a few extra days and take the nonstop rather than stopping three times on the return!! We talk about summer work. Hawaii flights are over grossed in the summer Can you non rev in the summer? Camel 🐪 Ride was the BEST part of the Morocco tour! Romance in the Sahara Sah…

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#186 Day & First Non Rev Trips & Tech Tips for Non-Revs 48:36

5h ago48:36

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This weeks episode Eric and Catherine join us to talk about their first non-Rev trips as well as share some tips on some new technology that may help your travels. Catherine tags along on a business trip to Japan as her first non rev trip! Sakai City directly south of Osaka makes the best knives First mistake she makes as a non rev…. Eric’s first n…

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Ethical Ghosts on a Train into Town - An Almost Crossover 28:45

2h ago28:45

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Welcome to a fun Ghosts on a Train / Ethics Town variety experiment! Here we have two short (ish) episodes based around the theme of ‘revenge’, one created by the Ghosts on a Train team and the other by Ethics Town. You don’t need to have listened to either of these shows to enjoy this special! You can find a full transcript here: https://docs.goog…

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Anglotopia Podcast: Episode 25 - Was Edward VIII a Nazi? Interview with Author Jane Tippett on the Abdication Crisis 49:08

1d ago49:08

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This week, we have a special guest, author Jane Tippett, who has written a new book about Edward VIII called Once a King: The Lost Memoir of Edward VIII. Tippett discusses her book on the abdication crisis and the life of King Edward VIII. She talks about her research process and the surprising access she had to the Royal Archives. Tippett explores…

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#184 Lara Gets Brutally Cleansed in Morocco! 40:07

13d ago40:07

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This week we get to hear about Lara's recent trip to Morocco. StaffTraveler Is offering a 10% code for any of our listeners who buy their eSIM. Use the Promo code ST10NONREVLOUNGE https://shop.stafftraveler.com/products/stafftraveler-esim Fireworks in the Hot Tube 4th of July Non-Rev Struggles Lara takes Air France and sits by a real A-hole Hammam …

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#183 Hong Kong, Cape Town and the Big eSIM Giveaway 45:31

11d ago45:31

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The StaffTraveler eSIM card giveaways are happening now! Respond to our post on Instagram, and X (Twitter) or email us and tell us which countries have had the WORST and BEST data. You can also send us stories about your issues with not having data when traveling. You have until July 8th to respond. There will be multiple winners and remember you h…

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Anglotopia Podcast: Episode 24 – Exploring the Off-the-beaten-path Gems of Bath and the West Country 51:36

15d ago51:36

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Jules Mittra, the founder of In and Beyond Bath, discusses travel in the West Country of England with a focus on Bath and the Cotswolds. He emphasizes the importance of thoughtful travel and experiencing the off-the-beaten-path gems of the region. Jules offers personalized tours for small groups, allowing for meaningful connections and engagement. …

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#182 Seb and Nicole Talk Points Moon to Oman 46:33

18d ago46:33

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Friends of the Show Seb and Nicole return to catch up and share some fun travel stories and helpful information. Points Moon First on Your Own Metal Happy CRJ 200 Day / Nicole's Birthday Points Moon Recap Seb Short Shorts Drama Car Rental Research Seb getting Globlist threw Hyatt Challange Nicole ID DMV and Walking Dead Photos If Nicole gets an Air…

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Anglotopia Podcast Episode 23 - British Tipping Customs, Getting out of London, and History of a Quaint Cottage with English Cottage Vacation 40:09

1M ago40:09

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Laura Kurton from English Cottage Vacation joins the podcast to discuss their all-inclusive travel experience in the Dorset countryside. They offer tailor-made itineraries for guests, including popular sites like Bath, the Cotswolds, and the Jurassic Coast. The cottage itself, Well Cottage, is an 18th-century thatched cottage with a mix of modern a…

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#181 Tyler Got What He Paid for In the DR and it was not Good 44:08

26d ago44:08

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Hello everyone!! We three get together and talk! Jobs, co-workers, spouses! Dan the listener sent us a letter! What’s going on at Frontier Airlines? Allegiant Airlines Who BOUGHT tickets on Frontier? What’s the difference between buying a ticket at the ticket counter? **StaffTraveler is offering a FREE GIVEAWAY FOR NON REV LOUNGE LISTENERS!! StaffT…

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Anglotopia Podcast: Episode 22 – Where Did Anglotopia Come From and the New Friends of Anglotopia Club 46:51

1M ago46:51

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Summary Ever wonder how Anglotopia came into being? We tell the story and more as we talk about how Anglotopia has launched a Friends of Anglotopia club, which is a paid membership that aims to remove Google ads from the website. The main feature of the club is the Sunday Post, an exclusive article released every Sunday on the Friends of Anglotopia…

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#180 Caden Is the Zed King 49:02

1M ago49:02

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Caden can teach us all a thing or two about flying on a zed fare, but don't be shocked if you think you are friends!! Just have him leave you to catch a first class seat! Hasta La Vista Baby! Getting caught up on our work! What would Lara do? Diana Ross can do anything she wants! Passengers have to be compliant. Please allow Monique to finish her s…

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#179 "Marissa on The Manifest" the Non-Rev Globalist 43:11

1M ago43:11

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This week Marissa joins us to talk about her Non-rev travels including cruises and working the points game. Phoenix is the Friendliest Airport! Meh! Where the heck is Phoenix’ Sapphire Lounge? Answer me that!! Marissa is Tyler’s Spirit Animal! Marissa is NOT an airline employee 🤔 She is a flight attendant groupie 😆 The points game!! Hotel points is…

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139 YEG - From ground crew to flight attendant, via two pandemic Olympics: Vinod's AvGeek chronicles 2:42:35

1M ago2:42:35

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Ever wondered about the life of a flight attendant (and ground crew)? This is the episode for you. Paul welcomes his good friend Vinod for an episode full of fun aviation and travel stories — a long episode, with the laughs taking quite some of that length. From Edmonton to Vancouver, via Calgary (and its keys!), the many airports he worked at (Pau…

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Anglotopia Podcast: Episode 21 - British Elections 101 (Without the Politics) and Favorite British Political TV Shows 56:06

1M ago56:06

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Summary The UK is having an election! In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, Jonathan and Jackie discuss the British election system and how it works from a non-party political perspective. They provide an overview of the parties involved, the role of the monarch, the campaign season, election day, and the counting and results process. They als…

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#178 Kelly has Non-Rev Benefits on Alaska, American, Delta, and United 49:11

2M ago49:11

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This week Kelly joined the non rev lounge crew to talk about her trip to Germany and her family trips to Cancun. Speaking of Cancun Lara talks about her seccond trip to the colothing optional resort this year. Kelly came to our Dallas meet up! Kelly works in payroll for a major regional airline Kelly non revs on FOUR major carriers! Germany trip wi…

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Anglotopia Podcast: Episode 20 - Exploring British Children's Literature and Its Generational Influences 52:23

2M ago52:23

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Summary In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, Jonathan and Jackie discuss British children's literature that influenced them and their own children. They talk about their favorite books, including The Velveteen Rabbit, Roald Dahl's works, Beatrix Potter's stories, Peter Pan, and Harry Potter. They also mention the impact of Disney adaptations …

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Ep 66 - One Step Closer (feat. David "Trials-of-the-Apocalypse" Easley as Ditri) 1:06:48

2M ago1:06:48

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Leviathan Hunters and Line Bulls risk their lives against the supernatural so that the rest of the Imperium never have to. Despite this great service, society at large would rather keep them both out of sight with Leviathan Hunters being out to see for a third of the year. Perhaps for this reason, the general public holds a romantic idea of a sailo…

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#177 Shannon Talks DC, Non-Reving With Kids and Body Rest 39:16

2M ago39:16

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After 10 years without flight benefits, Shannon has them back and is excited to use them! Podcast weekend Wyldebyrd Art warehouse tour! Make a keychain with metal from your own airline!! Follow him on IG: Wildebyrdart Shannon has 35 yrs of Non Reving experience Husband is a pilot for Continental Express Shannon usually travels with her 3 girls Advi…

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Anglotopia Podcast: Episode 19 - The Return, What's New With Anglotopia Plus a Discussion on Recent British TV 52:50

2M ago52:50

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Summary In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, Jonathan and Jackie Thomas discuss new updates to Anglotopia, including website changes, contests, and new books. They also talk about their new email newsletter design and the release of the Anglotopia book 'Great British Houses.' They mention the release of the 'Londontopia Dictionary of Cockney …

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#176 Eric and Catherine Hate it When the Plane is Short Stacked or Cabin Crunched 40:51

2M ago40:51

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We had a podcasting weekend in Phoenix and invited some out of town guests and enjoyed the chatting and learning!! Meet Eric and Catherine! We first met them at Dorkfest last year! They NOT work in aviation!! Catherine has a sexy voice! Where do the aviation benefits come from ???? DCA to SEA Ya gotta be flexible! Inputed income Eric travels with D…

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138 AUH - Chic new Abu Dhabi, all business BeOnd, MAX flying challenge, humane low cost, wireless lavatory IFE 2:05:42

2M ago2:05:42

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It's Alex and Paul, and it's another Alex (you've met her in 133!). She tells us all about BeOnd, the new all business class airlines that flies ex-EasyJet (!) 319s (!) to get you to the Maldives (did she enjoy the plane more than the beach?!). Humane versus non-humane low cost carriers: a new definition for IATA? The MAX flying challenge, or how t…

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#175 Guillermo Co-Founder of StaffTraveler!! 40:39

2M ago40:39

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So lucky to FINALLY podcast with Guillermo from StaffTraveler! How did StaffTraveler start? “Just for me and my friends “ Each pilot needs a back up plan! Google was their first sponsor Initially designed for 1000 people then blew up to 17,000!! Isn’t it great being famous?? People mistake you for a celebrity! StaffTraveler’s new eSIM card is the l…

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#174 Chris Nonrevs with his Special Needs Daughter, Creating Wonderful Family Memories. 54:28

3M ago54:28

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Lucky us! We have a guest! Chris, a pilot for a major carrier non revs everywhere with his 3 children and super organized wife! They have a special needs daughter and he wants people to know that you CAN non rev with preparation and patience. Chris is a fantastic guest! First we talk shop! Lara was on NPR in Los Angeles talking about a Wall Street …

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Back From Vacation. Wait, Where's Drewski? 1:14:38

3M ago1:14:38

1:14:38

First we want to start by saying, this episode is dedicated to Kylie Rendina, a friend of ours who recently passed. We start this episode with sending condolences to the Rendina family followed by a moment of silence. Then we get into what we have been doing on our time away from the studio recently. Mikey is back from Cali, T Jay got a bunch of pr…

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137 SAI - The Great Tour of Cambodia and Vietnam, with a cup of water from Cambodia Angkor Air 2:21:08

3M ago2:21:08

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Paul is joined by Paolo, one his best friends, to compare notes on a big tour of Cambodia and Vietnam (Paul flew to Cambodia, Paolo flew to Vietnam and Cambodia) with many airports, and airlines along the way (not sure about the water on-board a Cambodia Angkor Air). Paul had his worst fly ever (it was no fault of Etihad, just his own!!) and circle…

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#173 I Have Been Around the World with Kelsey 40:25

3M ago40:25

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Kelsey is back!! Columbus gate agent Kelsey travels around the world for her birthday! Kelsey is also a rental car guru and gives us some great tips on renting cars with savvy!! Earn those miles🙌!! Lara talks us about her flight attendant annual recurrent training Kelsey goes to Doha Airport appreciation Singapore 🇸🇬 Link your frequent flyer accoun…

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#172 Freeloading to SFO 40:38

3M ago40:38

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We three fly (well, they left behind 1/3 of the podcast on the first flight! 😃) to San Fran! We came to podcast in the phone booth in the lounge. We also wanted to use the Priority Pass restaurant amenities before they go away in July! Would you do Home Exchange? Tyler accuses Lara of being OCD 🙄 Bye bye Snowbirds! Passenger bags and Day 2 Syndrome…

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Vamps in the Village - (NOT) Ep 46 1:04:57

4M ago1:04:57

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Content Warning: Discussion of vomit (~3:48 to 4:37, ~7:07 to 8:10, ~11:52 to 12:30, ~19:14 to 20:11) - Trevor threw up offscreen before the events of the episode and it is referenced throughout Hey there kids, Your Cool Aunt Hannah is running another game of vampire hunting for our young sleuths! Feel free to start here, and they'll catch you up. …

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#171 Home Swapping Non-Revs 49:57

4M ago49:57

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We have a returning guest Broadway Tina, and her husband Meade join us to talk about some of their recent travels and also tell us all about Home Exchange! Catch up with Tina Upgraded Athens Cruise Buying tickets to see the Eclipse What is Home Swap The three different ways to do a swap Six weeks in NYC Hospitality and ultra-luxury If interested ch…

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#170 Credit Card Depression and Southwest Non-Rev Gets a Felony 28:34

4M ago28:34

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The three of us talk about some of our Spring break Travels. Short and sweet enjoy. Monique visits the Grand Canyon Southwest Buddy pass ends up in Jail Hyatt Club and Glass-blowing Lara bids HNL for a warm toilet seat The Chase Sapphire Reserve cuts Resturn access Outtakes (Pilots, tip more than a dollar) ✈StaffTraveler is a great app that can ass…

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Latepril Fool's Announcement 1:34

4M ago1:34

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Looks like Greg forgot about April Fools until it was too late! They've had a fun idea in the can for a minute though, so let's see if it works out.By Gregory Carrobis

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Ep 65 - Train Based Trauma (feat. David "Trials-of-the-Apocalypse" Easley) 1:09:49

4M ago1:09:49

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Culture shock for roaming Line Bulls is not uncommon, as each locomotive can be run entirely differently than every other despite the existence of Imperial regulation and convention. But a certain Bull must serve on every train in the Railways fleet, and just when he thought he had the hang of it he is assigned to the Pride of Duskwall. Drix suppor…

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#169 I Will Have a Double Woodford on The Rocks 45:14

4M ago45:14

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This week, we are joined by Monique's son Zack and by Tyler's son Jake, and we talk about travels and some work stories. Check back for show notes ✈StaffTraveler is a great app that can assist your non-rev travels! Use it to find the loads for your non-rev travel! Use this to sign up: https://stafftraveler.com/nonrevlounge ✈️Don’t forget your PERX.…

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#168 Spring Break Aviation Woes 44:32

4M ago44:32

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We three discuss our jobs at this time of the year! Isn’t it interesting how the people from different cities have their own flavors? Boeing has their own woes Control tower vs pilots What the heck happened to Catherine, The Duchess of Windsor? Captain retirement flight….does his non revs get priority seats; jumping the list?? It pays to know peopl…

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#167 Andrew from Flying Smarter Podcast Joins the Crew 45:27

4M ago45:27

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We are big fans of Andrew and his Aviation Potcast. Tyler and Lara have been guest on Flying Smarter and now we get to have Andrew on our podcast. Andrew and his love for Aviation Getting private pilot licene in high school Andrew writes for AirlineGeeks.com Visiting every Disney Park Lara starts singing elevator Aviation Regulations Pikachu Dreaml…

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136 DXB - Vegan First Class, lounge bouncers, jet stream rush, intermittent flying fasting, improper JFK 2:01:11

4M ago2:01:11

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Is Emirates low key encouraging membership to the high mile club? (And how Alex and Layovers saved Paul's Emirates First upgrade. The controller goes "oh that sucks", or why Alex keeps listening to ground whilst traveling (but he always gets the last bag delivery ever). Lounge bouncers (not exactly, but lounge double dipping is a thing). Going agai…

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#166 Network Awards in OAK and Saying Good bye to Grandma 56:08

5M ago56:08

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The three of us each share a recent story from work, a trip to OAK, and heading to Idaho Falls for Grandma's funeral. Turblance on PVR flight Pounding on door to jet bridge Plane clothes officers want to see checked bags Delays into SFO Crime in Oakland Attending Network awards is like nonreving Prize Getting home Bereavement and saying good by to …

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Ep 64 - The Bashful Bull (feat. David Trials-of-the-Apocalypse) 52:57

5M ago52:57

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The cities of the Imperium are cloaked in night at the best of times, and a darkened alleyway carries no special menace. But even Scoundrels dread to venture beneath the docks, close to the blackest Sea. It is here that the nervous Ditri must go to make ends meet. Later, Pippin puts Jean-Claude in his place. Drix lends a helping hand. Andrel spies …

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#165 The Cranky Flier, Aviation Expert Brett Snyder is Back With Speed Dating! 35:37

5M ago35:37

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Tyler and Lara work this year’s The Cranky Network Awards ceremony and dinner! By far the aviation industry’s leading event! Almost every US and Canadian carrier is represented along with executives from Boeing and Airbus!! All the major airlines send their network planning teams to this event for the award ceremony! Brett Snyder enjoys The Non Rev…

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#164 LAX for #LarAAfest 53:56

5M ago53:56

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We’re celebrating Lara’s birthday! Same day as a great aircraft…Airbus A220! The podcast group chat termed the LAX meet up #LarAAfest! Lara has been flying with the singing Capt Pete a lot! He’s such a nice man! Naked man in ORD! Did you see the videos? Airports are stressful for a lot of people When did LaGuardia become such a nice airport? Tyler …

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#163 Bridget Turns to a Life of Flying to Escape Her Mothers House. 37:16

6M ago37:16

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Remember when Lara was at a bday party and that guy randomly kissed her and then immediately ran to Lara’s husband to apologize?? This is the girl we were celebrating! How do you dress like yourself? How did you get into aviation? Another America West Airlines story! Flight attendant = friends Personalities make the difference🤪 Our airline picks wi…

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#162 Brittany Lands on a Lake and New Air France Route 42:56

6M ago42:56

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Brittany the Flight Attendant from overseas joins us as we discuss all things aviation!! Passengers tooting and drinking 🤮 True or False story Taylor Swift flight numbers! What’s that all about and it makes Tyler 😡 Phoenix Is The Friendliest Airport?? Another airline beats our airline for a non stop to Paris! If you’re interviewing for a flight att…

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Skylancers of Aerovr - Episode 4: Pirates, Not Paladins 2:26:23

5M ago2:26:23

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The crew of the Sparrow investigates the town of Gunnison and makes plans for the next leg of their adventure! Will Jonesy hit it off with the local Cowgirl? Will Elegy be able to convince the party to step in to fix the town's problems? Where does an amadillo 'go'? [Please note that adult language is used in this program, as well as (sometimes a l…

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135 RAK - Epic tropical lounge, composite burn, full row downgrade, going veg, MAXed out Boeing rant 2:07:31

5M ago2:07:31

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Qatar'd? No, that new Al Mourjan Lounge at Doha is stunning — one thing we can't say about that RAK one. Turkish'd? Not really, when a downgrade gets you full emergency exit rows — though that 333 seat made Paul act like an animal. Boeing has gone full MAX for its windows openings (ok, ok, poor one, but come on Boeing, do better!) — the new 350-100…

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#161 Hotels and Clothing Optional? 51:11

6M ago51:11

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No guest today but we talk about our week and Lara’s trip to Cancun ❌👙 Lara FINALLY flys with her son Drew the Pilot Instructor! Listener letter questions us about how to find a hotel when non reving! Our tips and tricks on that! Passenger tried to board with a cat that WASN’T a cat 🤔 🐍 Avgeek friends meet up in DC! Dinner with Drew from Next Trip …

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#160 Winter Storms and LAX Meet up Plans 42:49

6M ago42:49

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We talk about our LAX meetup on Saturday, February 3 rd, from 12pm-4pm at the Proud Bird restaurant by LAX ! Come have lunch and plane spot with us while we watch the big ole jet airliners come and land! Lara is on Reserve 😡 AGAIN! What is an ODAN? Why is Monique such a hard ass with passport signatures? Monique’s son Zach non revs to ORD 😱 in incl…

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Skylancers of Aerovr - Episode 3: Skylancers of Layover 2:31:28

6M ago2:31:28

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The crew of the Sparrow land via dropship (lifeboat?) somewhere in the arid Grekki Desert and shortly encounters a malevolent force, a kind homesteader, and a town that has been recently seized by a local gang. Will they survive the trek from here all the way to Mammoth, where they are to meet their ship? Is drinking pee a legitimate survival tacti…

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