Best Liz Booker Pilot Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 191 - Liz Booker Aviatrix, Helicopter Pilot, Wing Walker and an all round fantastic guest! 48:17

7d ago48:17

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Listen to Liz Booker as she gives us a terrific interview. Talking about being a helicopter pilot, wing walker and passionately promoting women in aviation literature. Not to be missed as very reassuring for nervous flyers too. Very inspiring Liz, thank you. www.lovefly.co.uk/courses/ FB - Lovefly Insta @loveflyhelp #fearofflying #pilots #lovefly #…

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Ep. 193 - Dani Spooner's inspiring story of how she overcame her fear of flying including anticipatory anxiety 48:20

2h ago48:20

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Meet Dani! A regular in the Lovefly Facebook group plus a graduate of our 30 day programme...sharing her tips and progress. Lots of great wisdom and humour too. www.lovefly.co.uk/courses/ #fearofflying #flyingwithoutfear #anxiety #lovefly Intro music 'Fearless' Daniel KingBy Lovefly Paul Tizzard

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EP:227 Straight to the Point ~ Streamlining your Claim Process 13:52

10h ago13:52

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In this episode Dr. Paul Lawrence and Dr. Tyler Pieron explore the intricacies of Veteran Benefits, focusing on disability compensation. Dr. Lawrence, the former Undersecretary for Benefits at Veterans Affairs, shares valuable insights on how Veterans can streamline their claims process. From organizing documentation to understanding lay evidence, …

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EP:165 Straight To The Point ~ VR&E Veteran Readiness and Employment 12:53

10h ago12:53

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VR&E Veteran Readiness and Employment, formerly known as Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment, helps with job training, education, employment accommodations, resume development, and job seeking skills coaching. In today's episode, Paul and Tyler discuss the perks of utilizing VR&E and the interaction between the veteran and the counselor to det…

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EP:221 Straight to the Point - VA Home Loan for Veterans 18:23

10h ago18:23

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Tyler and Paul talk about the Home Loan Guarantee with the VA with no money down and no private mortgage insurance. Get your pad of paper and pen ready so you can get your ducks in a row to purchase your own home. Call 877 827 3702 to learn more. Support the Show. Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download …

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EP:87 Straight to the Point ~ Do You Really Need An Attorney? 25:42

10h ago25:42

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In this mini series podcast, airing in January/February/March 2022, Tyler and Dr. Paul Lawrence, the former Under Secretary to the Veteran Benefits Administration get straight to the point on commonly asked questions within the veteran community. Episode 1 - Tyler and Paul address utilizing the free resources available for veterans verses hiring an…

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EP:132 Straight To The Point ~ Housing Adaptation Grants for Disabled Veterans 18:24

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Oftentimes a veteran with disabilities such as wheelchair bound, loss of limb, blindness or severe burns may require modifications to their home or to temporary housing. This is where the VA can step in to help with the changes needed. In this episode of Straight to the Point, Tyler and Paul talk about three different grants available through the V…

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EP:104 Straight to the Point ~ Compensation Poachers and Protecting Your Loved Ones 14:54

10h ago14:54

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Pension Poachers is the slang for "pay for profit agents" who show up to help people with their benefits often under situations of duress. Paul chats with Tyler about the importance of preparing loved ones about their veteran's compensation benefits which will help to eliminate a lot of financial confusion once the veteran has passed. There are sev…

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EP:125 Straight To The Point ~ Incarcerated Veteran Benefits & Options 15:07

10h ago15:07

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What happens if you are incarcerated and you are a veteran? How does this affect your benefits and the needs of your family? In today's episode, Paul and Tyler discuss what happens to veteran benefits when incarcerated and the options available to help both veterans and their family. It is important to notify the VA if a veteran is incarcerated and…

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EP:155 Straight To The Point ~ Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) 16:20

10h ago16:20

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Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) is a tax free monthly benefit paid to eligible survivors of military Servicemembers who died in the line of duty or eligible survivors of Veterans whose death resulted from a service-related injury or disease. This can be a complicated process but well worth the assistance for loved ones especially since …

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EP169 Straight To the Point ~ Veterans Benefits Banking Program 10:28

10h ago10:28

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A reliable, safe way to manage your VA monetary benefit. Paul discusses with Tyler the Veterans Benefits Banking Program which consists of banks and credit unions that work with veterans to qualify for a bank account to direct deposit their VA monetary funds. In addition the VBBP offers financial and credit counseling. To learn more visit https://w…

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EP:178 Straight To The Point ~ Other Than Honorable Discharge 10:57

4d ago10:57

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Today Tyler and Paul discuss OTH, Other Than Honorable Discharge and how a Veteran can gain benefits if they were not honorably discharged from service. There is different gradation of dishonorable discharges but in this episode Tyler and Paul will discuss only OTH. If you are disabled and have an injury, apply for disability compensation. Once the…

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EP:213 Straight to the Point - Preparing Your Loved Ones 11:09

10h ago11:09

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Dr. Paul Lawrence and Tyler highlight the critical, yet often neglected, practice of veterans discussing their benefits with their loved ones. Paul sheds light on the emotional and financial chaos that can befall a family when a veteran's passing leaves them uninformed and vulnerable, emphasizing the need for open communication to prevent such a cr…

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EP:218 Straight to the Point - A Guide to Veterans Survivor Benefits and Planning 10:04

10h ago10:04

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Discover the crucial steps to take after the passing of a veteran loved one as Tyler and Paul engage in a conversation offering a compassionate guide through the complexities of veteran benefits. This episode is a beacon for those grappling with loss, shedding light on the cessation of disability compensation and introducing paths to potential bene…

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Ep. 192 - Lady and the Ramp Jessica tells us about 'below the wing' the safety, the procedures and shares her enthusiasm 55:34

11h ago55:34

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Jessica works for a large airline as a Ramper. She loves her work and shares her passion for the role plus lots of helpful knowledge for the nervous flyer. Very very reassuring messages here...www.lovefly.co.uk/courses/ FB - Lovefly Insta - @loveflyhelp #fearofflying #flyingwithoutfear #landandtheramp Intro music 'Fearless' Daniel King…

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Aviatrix Writers' Room Picture Book Publishing Panel: Five authors share their journeys through traditional, hybrid, and self-publishing. 1:09:58

5h ago1:09:58

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Send us a Text Message. In this Picture Book Panel discussion, we hear from five recently published authors who navigated various routes to publication including traditional, hybrid, and self-publishing to get their stories into print. They very generously share those journeys with us here—everything from the decision about which route to go, to th…

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Ep. 190 - Louie Wellfare, serving in the Police and Fire Service doesn't stop you having a fear of flying...this is his one year overcome fear plan 56:36

14d ago56:36

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Meet Louie! Working in jobs that involve lots of scary things would make you immune to fear but not so. Louie took a while to admit to his fear of flying, was amazed with the support he received. He shares his story and the one year plan he put in place to overcome his fear of flying. Great tips and wisdom. www.lovefly.co.uk/courses/ FB - Lovefly I…

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Aviatrix Classics - I Taught Amelia to Fly by Neta Snook Southern 1:52:36

11d ago1:52:36

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Send us a Text Message. Join guest hosts Jacque Boyd, Jenny Beatty, and me as we discuss this out-of-print treasure, Neta Snook Southern’s I Taught Amelia to Fly. Through Neta’s own aviation journey, we get a very special lens into the experiences of aspiring pilots in the U.S. as they pursued their dreams during and after WWI. Her childhood storie…

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Ep. 189 - Samantha's story talking panic attacks, claustrophobia, anticipatory anxiety and her special take off trick to help her fear of flying 37:40

15d ago37:40

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Samantha shares her fear of flying story so far. She is not over it completely but she has certainly come a really long way. She talks about panic attacks and in particular her fear of take off - plus, she shares some interesting techniques that help her with her fears. www.lovefly.co.uk/courses/ FB - Lovefly Insta - @loveflyhelp #fearofflying #pan…

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Ep. 188 - Paul Flaherty, Hurricane Chaser talking weather, tornadoes, turbulence and storms 36:49

20d ago36:49

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This is Paul Flaherty, Chief, Science Branch,, NOAA's Aircraft Operations Center commonly known as one of the Hurricane Chasers. This is a brilliant episode - super reassuring in terms of Turbulence, Hurricanes, Storms and much more about weather reporting. www.lovefly.co.uk/courses/ FB - Lovefly Insta - loveflyhelp Intro music 'Fearless' Daniel Ki…

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Ep. 187 - Jackie Petrera how she overcame her fear of flying including panic attacks 40:41

2M ago40:41

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Jackie's story is super inspiring in its practical, pragmatic, unflinching and consistent manner in which she addressed her fears. After missing out on a fabulous once in a lifetime trip to Italy, which she totally regrets, she buckled down and just faced her fear one day at a time. She also talks about who inspired her to keep going and her favour…

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Podcast Special - Launching the Nervous Flyer Introduction Document 19:01

2M ago19:01

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Join Sarah Fowler, Cabin Crew Manager and John Bond talking about a really great little idea...a document that you can use the next time you fly. If you join our Lovefly Facebook group, you can download a copy of it. www.lovefly.co.uk FB - Lovefly Insta - @loveflyhelp #fearofflying #flyingwithoutfear Intro music 'Fearless' Daniel King…

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EP:228 Veterans 4 Recovery ~ Wendy Jones & exploring recovery options 29:11

1M ago29:11

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In this episode of Veterans 4 Recovery, Maj. Donovan and his guest, Wendy Jones, talk about the recovery landscape in the State of Minnesota. Wendy is the Executive Director of the Minnesota Alliance of Recovery Community Organizations (MARCO). Wendy provides guidance to over 20 individual Recovery Community Organizations throughout the State of Mi…

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Ep. 186 - Captain John Cox, Aircraft incident and accident investigator 1:00:18

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Captain John Cox has been in aviation for over 54 years and man of those, dedicated to safety. This includes focussing on investigating air incidents and accidents. Trigger warning. We will be discussing, quite openly, the names of some incidents that have happened over the years. However, if you can bear it, you should find his level of expertise …

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Ep. 185 - Captain Nick Eades Longest flying 747 pilot and author 48:51

2M ago48:51

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Captain Nick Eades worked on the Boeing 747 and flew it for the longest amount of time. It's official. Aside from that, Nick is quite a character with some great stories to share too. There may be a few triggering moments for some of you but we heartily recommend stay with it as it is also very reassuring. Apologies for any sound issues as there we…

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Ep. 184 - Kendra shares her story plus magnificent coaching tips from her own fear of flying journey 47:58

2M ago47:58

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Kendra is not just a graduate of our 30 day programme but also, an extremely resourceful and determined fear of flying beating person! Packed with amazing tips and soundbites. www.lovefly.co.uk/courses/ FB - Lovefly Insta - @loveflyhelp #fearofflying #flyingwithoutfear #lovefly Intro music 'Fearless' by Daniel King…

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EP:226 Breaking Down the Walls of Substance Abuse 15:15

2M ago15:15

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In this episode of Veterans for Recovery, host Major John Donovan welcomes Jeremy Drucker to discuss the multifaceted journey of recovery. Jeremy's talks about his background in English literature, his career in public service, and his personal recovery journey. The conversation touches on the complexities of substance use, the importance of a pers…

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Ep. 183 - Amanda Martin, Meteorologist, Aviation Weather Centre, NOAA 34:21

3M ago34:21

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Amanda Martin works for the Aviation Weather Centre, NOAA. Here is the mobile-friendly website: https://aviationweather.gov/ The NOAA staff document the accuracy of our forecasts and look for ways to improve. Amanda's job is more forward-looking, so she focuses on forecast communication and delivery to our customers (the general public) and stakeho…

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Ep. 182 - Judith Apa, Ground Handling Operations and Safety Culture 52:21

3M ago52:21

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Meet Judith who has 35 years of reassuring experience... training, testing and auditing ground operations. www.lovefly.co.uk/courses Sponsor us: www.buymeacoffee.com/loveflyhelp #fearofflying #lovefly #aircanada #westjet Intro Music 'Fearless' Daniel KingBy Lovefly Paul Tizzard

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Leadership & Development: Author Martha LaGuardia Kotite talks about her books So Others May Live, about U.S. Coast Guard Rescue Swimmers and Changing the Rules of Engagement, which features several aviatrix ... 1:09:33

2M ago1:09:33

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Send us a Text Message. In this interview with author and retired U.S. Coast Guard Captain Martha LaGuardia-Kotite, we talk about her career, which culminated in being recalled to active duty as the Commandant’s Press Secretary, then we get into her books - So Others May Live: Saving Lives, Defying Death; Changing the Rules of Engagement: Inspiring…

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Aviatrix Classics discussion with Jacque Boyd and Jenny Beatty about Louise Thaden's memoir, High, Wide, and Frightened 1:15:54

3M ago1:15:54

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Send us a Text Message. In this Literary Aviatrix Classics discussion with co-hosts Jacque Boyd and Jenny Beatty, we discuss Louise Thaden’s memoir, High, Wide, and Frightened, first published in 1938, two years after Thaden won the Bendix in its first co-ed year. This is a quintessential read for every pilot and avgeek, anyone who loves history, a…

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Ep. 181 - First Officer Rosie Scott lots of fear of flying tips to help you 49:57

3M ago49:57

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Rosie Scott is an inspiring and knowledgeable First Officer for Virgin Atlantic Airways. This episode is packed full of down to Earth advice, a couple of mic drops plus, some great perspective around flying that you will enjoy. www.lovefly.co.uk/courses/ FB - 'Lovefly' Insta - @loveflyhelp #fearofflying #pilots #lovefly #virginatlantic Intro music …

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Captain Emma and her new book 'Grounded' Lovefly Podcast Special Episode 28:48

3M ago28:48

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Lovefly favourite and all round great human, Captain Emma Henderson joins us for a podcast special. Here a little bit about her new book 'Grounded' www.lovefly.co.uk FB - Lovefly Insta- @loveflyhelp YouTube - @loveflyteam #fearofflying #pilots #grounded #CaptainEmma Intro music 'Fearless' Daniel King…

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Aviatrix Writers' Room interview with bestselling author Maggie Shipstead on her classical writing education and publishing journey. 40:20

2M ago40:20

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Send us a Text Message. In this Literary Aviatrix Writers’ Room interview with best-selling author Maggie Shipstead we get into the details of her author journey. Maggie is an inspiration for anyone who aspires to be a professional writer. In our conversation, she talks about how a writing course with Zadie Smith during her undergrad at Harvard cem…

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Novelist Maggie Shipstead talks about the feral bootlegging, Alaska bush, and Air Transport Auxiliary pilot character, Marion Graves, from her best selling Great Circle. 39:16

3M ago39:16

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Send us a Text Message. In this interview with author Maggie Shipstead, we discuss her best-selling novel Great Circle. In this sweeping saga, we follow fictional pilot Marion Graves from her feral childhood in Montana where she first encounters a barnstorming pilot team and decides that flying is her life's purpose. She flies as a bootlegger trans…

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EP:225 Who Qualifies as a Veteran? 15:38

3M ago15:38

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In this episode of "Straight to the Point," hosts Dr. Paul Lawrence and Dr. Tyler Pierron tackle the complex question: "Who qualifies as a Veteran?" They discuss the misconceptions surrounding veteran status, particularly the belief that only combat Veterans are eligible for benefits. Dr. Lawrence provides an in-depth explanation of the three main …

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Ep. 180 - Sarah shares her fabulous, positive, uplifting fear of flying journey story...Straight from our Manchester Face to Face course too 50:17

3M ago50:17

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Sarah has devoured our Lovefly Podcasts and recently attended our Manchester fear of flying course. She is so positive and shares her inspiring story with fun and humility. Plus, name checking lots of her favourite podcast episodes too. www.lovefly.co.uk/courses/ Insta - @loveflyhelp Facebook - 'Lovefly' #fearofflying #skypeople #manchester #lovefl…

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Ep. 179 - Steven Potter, The Jet Mechanic talking engineering and maintenance 36:45

3M ago36:45

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Have you ever wondered about the training of the jet engineers? Have you tape on the wings and thought, 'What on Earth is that?' This episode is for you. Meet Steven Potter, The Jet Mechanic. www.lovefly.co.uk/courses/ FB - Lovefly Insta @loveflyhelp #jet #fearofflying #lovefly Intro Music 'Fearless' Daniel King…

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EP:224 Veterans Rebuilding Life 46:50

4M ago46:50

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Damia December, Program Director of Veterans Rebuilding Life joins Tyler today to share the organization's mission to catch those who fall through the cracks, providing direct impact services and a comprehensive reintegration program known as Project 360. This initiative is not just about addressing immediate needs but also about rekindling purpose…

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Aviatrix Classics - Introducing my co-hosts, Dr. Jacque Boyd, general aviation pilot and aerospace educator, and Captain Jenny Beatty, professional airline pilot and aviation diversity advocate, both self ... 1:02:37

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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to the new ‘Literary Aviatrix Classics’ series, where I discuss books written by and about our aviatrix pioneers with my venerable co-hosts, Dr. Jacque Boyd and Captain Jenny Beatty. In this interview, we get to know Jacque and Jenny, and we announce the subject of our first ‘Classics’ discussion. Dr. Jacque Boyd is …

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Ep. 178 - Jimmy Dean Porter, Vice President Flight Operations WestJet talking airlines safety leadership 45:11

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Jimmy-Dean is an experienced airline industry veteran of 25 years, serving as a commercial airline pilot, recruiter, trainer and check pilot, with several years in airline flight operations management, and experience as both a chief pilot and operations manager. Jimmy-Dean is currently the Vice President, Flight Operations at WestJet, leading their…

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EP:223 A Liberating Path of Recovery 30:03

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This episode is a deep dive into the transformative journey of V4R guest Mike from the grips of alcoholism to the liberating path of recovery, particularly within the Veteran and service member communities. This episode is not just a story of personal triumph but also a testament to the service mentality that underpins successful recovery. Mike's d…

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Pilot Polly Vacher talks about her record-setting solo flight from the North Pole to Antarctica to raise funds for the charity Flying Scholarships for the Disabled 1:09:16

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Send us a Text Message. In this interview with inspiring pilot Polly Vacher, she talks about her memoir Wings Around the World: The Exhilarating Story of One Woman’s Epic Flight from the North Pole to Antarctica. She shares how she prepared for the trip, some of the obstacles that stood in her way and how she navigated them, the very difficult deci…

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Ep. 177 - Meet Andre Douglas, current NASA Astronaut 22:54

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Andre, possibly the most positive person on the planet(!) tells us about his story but also, his tips when dealing with fear or anxiety. Just think what fears Andre has had to overcome and what he can teach all of us... #fearofflying #flyingwithoutfear #NASA #Lovefly www.lovefly.co.uk FB - 'Lovefly' Insta - @loveflyhelp YouTube @loveflyteam Intro m…

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EP:222 Peg Andrae with Guitar for Vets 30:40

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Strum the chords of healing with Peg Andre from Guitars for Vets. Discover how this incredible organization orchestrates the power of music to soothe the souls of Veterans battling PTSD, TBI, and other challenges. Peg shares the journey of Guitars for Vets, from its humble beginnings in Milwaukee to its nationwide reach, offering veterans ten free …

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Ep. 176 - Chloe shares her story of years of overcoming her fears of flying 47:05

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Chloe, a graduate of our recent Manchester face to face course shares her story. She has overcome a lot over a sustained period of time and still has a little bit of work to do (in her own words) www.lovefly.co.uk FB - Lovefly Insta - @loveflyhelp #fearofflying #lovefly Intro music 'Fearless' Daniel King…

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Ep. 175 - Christine Koltun's fear of flying journey and the power of not giving into fears 40:57

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Christine's story is quite something. She has been involved in an aircraft incident many years ago (sounds serious but not mentioned here) and she has persevered to get past her fears. Still some work to do but definitely a story of persistence when facing your fears. www.lovefly.co.uk/courses/ FB - 'Lovefly' Insta - @loveflyhelp YouTube - @lovefly…

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Ep. 174 - Wes Platel part 2 plus, his partner Kelly shares how she helped him with his fears of flying 55:30

5M ago55:30

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Wes is back. This time, he has his wife with him! Kelly shares what it is like for her plus, how she helped him with his fears of flying. Lots of tips, a great episode. #fearofflying #flyingwithoutfear #anxiety www.lovefly.co.uk/courses/ FB - Lovefly Insta @loveflyhelp Intro music 'Fearless' Daniel King…

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Ep. 173 - Anthony Mackay - Vice President and Chief Safety and Quality Officer Nav Canada 42:42

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Anthony MacKay is responsible for providing leadership to managers and programs concerning independent safety oversight across NAV CANADA. Mr. MacKay also monitors the application of the Company’s Safety Management System (SMS) – a fully integrated, cross-company approach to safety management. https://www.navcanada.ca/en/ This is a very reassuring …

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Prolific mystery writer Edith Maxwell, writing as Maddie Day, talks about her writing career and incorporating historical details about a young Amelia Earhart into her new novel A Case for the Ladies ... 35:30

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Send us a Text Message. In this fun interview with mystery writer Edith Maxwell, publishing under the pen name 'Maddie Day', we talk about her historical mystery, A Case for the Ladies: A Dot and Amelia Mystery, which launched in March. In it, a young Amelia Earhart, who is living in Boston, taking flying lessons on the weekends, and working at an …

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