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Why You Should Always Stay Buckled on an Airplane
Aug 11, 2026 · 12 min
Oh, the seatbelt sign is on. What should I do? Well, first, you can stay seated and listen to us flight attendants! We can’t predict turbulence, but we can ensure your safety onboard. In this episode, let’s talk about turbulence and why you should stay buckled in-flight. If you can stay buckled on an hour-long car ride, why can’t you on an airplane? Right? Episode Highlights: [0:00] Welcome to Episode #45! [1:12] Why stay buckled? [2:10] Drew & wild turbulence [3:48] We just can’t predict it [4:…
How Accurate Are Flight Attendants in Movies & TV Shows?
Aug 4, 2026 · 40 min
Hollywood has a lot to say about flight attendants! While we aren’t always depicted correctly, we still love most of the shows on this list. Flight attendants are trained to be safety-centered and approachable, yet we're often portrayed as overly dramatic or the first to panic in critical situations. In this episode, we’re breaking down 20 movies & TV shows that may or may not have properly depicted us aviation crew. Let’s talk about pop culture and how these portrayals have evolved over the dec…
Balancing Side Hustles as a Flight Attendant with Kara Adams
Jul 28, 2026 · 41 min
Side hustles are the best way to fully express yourself, explore more hobbies, and fuel the passions you’ve always wanted to pursue. Most flight attendants we know have a side hustle or “side quest” they are deeply passionate about. In this episode, we are honored to feature the Queen of Side Hustles herself, Kara Adams! Kara is a loving mom, flight attendant, artist, author, yoga instructor, and so much more. In this episode, she breaks down how she manages multiple side hustles, builds healthy…
15 Signs You’re a First-Time Flyer
Jul 21, 2026 · 50 min
We’ve all been there. Getting on your first flight can be scary! But no matter how nerve-wracking it can get, flight attendants will always be there to ensure your safety onboard. With that being said, if you’re a first-time flyer… there’s a good chance your flight attendants can spot you a mile away! In this episode, we’re talking about the 15 signs that tell us you are a first-time flyer, sharing our best flying advice, and spilling some of our favorite passenger experiences. Let’s laugh it al…
Flight Attendant Burnout: When the Dream Job Stops Feeling Like a Dream
Jul 14, 2026 · 45 min
If you’ve ever found yourself staring at your schedule wondering how you’re supposed to do one more trip, counting down the days until vacation before your current one even starts, or questioning whether you still love a job you once couldn’t imagine doing anything else… this episode is for you. We’re talking all about flight attendant burnout—what causes it, what it looks like, and how we’ve learned (sometimes the hard way) to navigate it. This isn’t one of those episodes where we pretend to ha…
Flight Attendant Vocabulary 101: Talk Like An Aviation Pro
Jul 7, 2026 · 1 hr 5 min
What language are flight attendants speaking? No more guessing—you’ll learn the secret flight attendant terminology with us! In this episode, we’re decoding crew jargon, cryptic galley phrases, and the coded chaos of the aviation industry. We’ll break down important flight attendant terms, popular aviation acronyms, and trendy lingo only we aviation pros can understand. This might sound like a lot, but trust us, it’s not! Learn something new while having a laugh with the Galley gang. If we taugh…
Debunking 19 TikTok Travel Hacks
Jun 30, 2026 · 43 min
Are all TikTok “travel hacks” even real? Obviously not! We’ll tell you which TikTok hacks are good, bad, or not even a hack at all. In this episode, we are debunking travel hacks that make us cringe. Listen to our “flight attendant-approved,” real-life advice and practical hacks that will make your trip safer and more comfortable. Don't believe everything that you see on TikTok. As responsible passengers, it is essential to do your research before every trip, ask advice from experienced traveler…
Saying Goodbye to Spirit Airlines: A Flight Attendant’s Story
Jun 23, 2026 · 57 min
Behind every airline is a huge group of hardworking people ensuring the safety and comfort of every flight. It is the frontliners who truly run the show and are the real heart of aviation. But what happens to the thousands of aviation professionals when an airline disappears? In this episode, we are talking with former Spirit Airlines flight attendant and union representative, Donald Gionta. Donald was with the airline for 8 years and is here to share his memorable experiences with Spirit, his j…
Pride in Aviation: Why LGBTQ+ Representation Matters
Jun 16, 2026 · 36 min
Happy Pride Month, everyone! 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ Let’s appreciate how far we’ve come as a community—how we’ve earned our place, gained a meaningful representation, and how we can walk freely and fearlessly anytime, anywhere. While there are still stereotypes surrounding the LGBTQ+ community and so much work to be done in breaking those stigmas, we can’t help but be proud of the progress and effort each of us is putting in to make our voices heard and our presence felt. “Why are many flight attendants g…
The Ultimate Non-Rev Travel Survival Guide
Jun 9, 2026 · 36 min
Have you seen the standby list in July? If you have, then you completely understand the stress and crazy things passengers go through at this time of the year. Non-Rev travel in the summer is not for the weak! You need a solid backup plan, good weather, and hopefully—an extra tablespoon of patience. Non-revving can be chaotic, and that’s okay! It has taught us the value of patience and flexibility. Plus, our loved ones always get a thrilling sense of adventure out of it! In this episode, we are…
How Volunteer Pilots Are Changing Lives Across America
Jun 2, 2026 · 1 hr 14 min
This week, we are flying with a purpose. We recently connected with a team of inspiring individuals who work to make a resounding impact in their communities. Galley Gang, let’s remember that even our smallest acts of service can truly create a ripple effect that inspires change. In this episode, we are joined by Reid & Alé from Elevated Access—a non-profit organization that connects individuals who need to travel for gender-affirming care and abortion care with their growing network of voluntee…
Flight Attendants Reveal Shocking Passenger Red Flags
May 26, 2026 · 47 min
Are flight attendants judging you? (Maybe, just a little). In reality, we are focused on your safety and on-watch for potential threats or issues that might arise onboard. In this episode, we’re reacting to passenger red flags and how we “calmly” deal with them—from coping with rude remarks to managing a large group of rowdy adults. Trust us, a day in the life of a flight attendant is never short of drama and wild sights! A simple gesture of appreciation can completely change our day. Join the c…
Passenger Green Flags: 16 Ways to Win Flight Attendants Over
May 19, 2026 · 45 min
We need more good passengers on our flights! While people often think flight attendants are hard to approach, it’s actually incredibly simple. In reality, it’s the most basic acts of politeness and common courtesy that keep us flight attendants happy and grateful. In this episode, we’re throwing some well-deserved love and appreciation to all the lovely passengers out there. If you're already that model passenger, or just looking to become a certified “flight attendant favorite,”—this is definit…
17 Jaw-Dropping Passenger Moments: Flight Attendants React
May 12, 2026 · 33 min
Threads is our favorite social media platform right now! Why? Because we're able to share our most unhinged thoughts there…and apparently, they are very relatable! Join the conversation on Threads! We recently posted a poll on Threads and asked our audience, “Flight attendants, what is the most jaw-dropping thing you’ve ever seen a passenger do?” Surprisingly, we got a ton of interesting responses, and they didn’t disappoint. From sudden outfit changes to a tin foil hat, it’s like the wild exper…
How Flight Attendants Balance Mom Life: Pregnancy, Parenting, & Flying with Kids
May 5, 2026 · 1 hr 10 min
How do flight attendants balance raising a family with an unpredictable flying schedule? And what is it really like to work at 35,000 feet while pregnant? Our guest this week, Brittney, shares her firsthand experience as someone who’s living both lives — flight attendant and mom — and she’s not holding anything back! From working flights while pregnant (yes, it’s as intense as it sounds) to the reality of airline policies, she breaks down what actually happens behind-the-scenes and what most peo…
Would You Rather? Aviation Edition!
Ep 30 · Apr 28, 2026 · 44 min
We’re switching things up and having some fun today—because honestly, sometimes you just need to laugh about the chaos that comes with this job. We’re diving into an aviation-themed game of “Would You Rather,” and let’s just say… some of these choices had us questioning everything from our travel habits to our sanity. From standby wins to airport meltdowns, we’re breaking down the realities of life in the sky in the most unfiltered way possible. Along the way, we’re talking about flying in bad w…
Destination Weddings, Honeymoon Hot Spots, and Flight Attendant Tips for Nervous Flyers
Ep 29 · Apr 14, 2026 · 1 hr 9 min
We’re sitting down with Adriana Brauckmann—host of The Pre Nup Podcast — to talk all things weddings, travel, and yes… flying fears. From destination weddings and honeymoon trends to the chaos of bachelor and bachelorette parties, this one’s packed with stories, laughs, and some seriously helpful insights if you’re planning a big trip (or a big day). We also flip the script and let Adriana grill us as nervous-flyer passengers. We get into turbulence, airplane mode myths, overhead bin drama, and…
What They Don't Teach You in Flight Attendant Training
Ep 28 · Mar 31, 2026 · 55 min
As flight attendants, we learn so much during our new hire training and yet… there’s so much they don’t teach you! In this episode, we’re getting real about the stuff you only learn once you’re actually out there flying. From the chaos of adjusting to the lifestyle to the small habits that can make or break your experience, we’re sharing the advice we wish we had—and the advice you all brought to the table. We dive into everything from protecting your peace (and your sleep), to navigating crew d…
How Our Trip to Thailand Almost Fell Apart
Ep 27 · Mar 17, 2026 · 43 min
In this episode, we’re taking you along on one of our wildest travel adventures yet—our group trip to Thailand. What should have been a smooth non-rev journey quickly turned into a chaotic travel saga involving snowstorms, canceled flights, last-minute tickets, and a four-hour Uber ride through a blizzard just to make it to the airport. Somehow, against all odds, we made it to Thailand… barely in time for the trip to begin. Once we arrived, though, the adventure really kicked off. From rooftop w…
What It's Really Like Living in Hotels as an Airline Flight Attendant
Ep 26 · Mar 3, 2026 · 37 min
Hotels. The glamorous perk of flight attendant life… until they’re not. This week, we’re pulling back the curtain on what crew hotel life is really like — the good, the weird, and the absolutely unhinged. From “food beds” vs. “sleeping beds” to conference tables with no actual beds in sight, we’ve seen it all. We’re also venting (just a little) about holiday passengers, airplane bathroom etiquette, and those deplaning sprinters who think row 37 is somehow first off the aircraft. Plus, in Galley…
Relationship Advice Flight Attendants Swear By
Ep 25 · Feb 17, 2026 · 29 min
February has us feeling reflective… and real. With Valentine’s Day just behind us, we’re discussing what it actually looks like to be married, both work as flight attendants, and somehow still like each other. People always ask us, “Do you ever even see each other?” And honestly? Sometimes… no! But we’ve learned how to turn that into our superpower. In this episode, we talk about intentional time, opposite schedules, missed trains at the airport, and the tiny rituals that keep us grounded when l…
What They Don’t Tell You Before You Apply to Be a Flight Attendant
Ep 24 · Feb 3, 2026 · 29 min
So many people ask us, “How do I become a flight attendant?” and while the technical answer is simple—go to the airline’s website and apply—the real question is *what airline should you be applying to in the first place? In this episode, we take a step back and talk through everything you should seriously think about before you ever hit that apply button. From airline personality and uniforms to bases, commuting, aircraft types, pay structures, and company culture, we’re breaking down the stuff…
What's Really Happening in Aviation Right Now with USA Today's Zach Wichter
Ep 23 · Jan 20, 2026 · 1 hr 1 min
Ever wonder how those wild aviation headlines actually come together, and what’s really going on behind the scenes when travel chaos hits the news? This week, we’re recording *on location* in New York City and flipping the script with someone who usually asks us the questions. We’re joined by consumer travel reporter Zach Wichter, and trust us, this one is packed with insight, laughs, and plenty of “oh wow, that tracks” moments. We dig into passenger behavior, TikTok “travel hacks,” accessibilit…
The Moment We Knew We Wanted to Be Flight Attendants: Flight Attendant Firsts
Ep 22 · Jan 6, 2026 · 44 min
Ever think about the firsts that shape a career? In this episode, we’re taking a nostalgic stroll down memory lane and talking about the moments that made us who we are as flight attendants. From first trips and first layovers to the early chaos, nerves, and excitement that come with being brand new, we’re reflecting on why—despite the complaining—we really do love this job. Along the way, we get real about turbulence, crew bonding, passenger moments that stick with you forever, and those times…
What Airline Passengers Hate About Flight Attendants
Ep 21 · Dec 23, 2025 · 43 min
In this episode, we decided to flip the script a bit. You hear us complain about passengers all the time—on the podcast, on the jumpseat, in the galley, everywhere. So today, we handed the mic to you: the passengers. We asked what flight attendants do that drives you nuts, and wow… you did not hold back. From safety announcements you swear are unintelligible, to overhead bin drama, to call bells, credit card pitches, bad perfume, and everything in between—you told us exactly how you feel, and we…
What the Holidays Are Really Like for Flight Attendants
Ep 20 · Dec 9, 2025 · 43 min
In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into the chaos, comfort, and absolute craziness of spending the holidays as flight attendants—and we brought two of our favorite people along for the ride. We’re joined by our friends and fellow crew members, Bre ane Caleb, who have somehow managed to turn missed holidays, graveyard-view hotel rooms, and granola-bar “Christmas dinners” into some of the most magical traditions we’ve ever experienced. Together, we talk about the wild layovers that shaped us,…
Is Flying Standby Worth It? Our Favorite Nonrev Adventures
Ep 19 · Nov 25, 2025 · 30 min
Ever wonder what it’s like to fly the skies on a whim, hopscotching from one city (or country!) to another without a confirmed seat in sight? In this episode, we’re diving deep into the wild, wonderful world of non-rev adventures — the ultimate flight attendant perk. From unexpected detours to last-minute jaunts across the globe, we’re sharing our favorite standby travel stories and tips for how to navigate the chaos with humor and heart. We’re spilling all the tea on the perks (and perils) of s…
How a U.S. Soldier Became A Flight Attendant with Keturah Johnson from the Association of Flight Attendants
Ep 18 · Nov 11, 2025 · 50 min
In this special Veterans Day episode, we sit down with the incomparable Keturah Johnson—combat veteran, flight attendant, and International Vice President of AFA-CWA. As the first queer woman of color and veteran elected to serve in this powerful union role, Keturah shares her extraordinary journey from the tarmac to the battlefield to the picket lines. She opens up about her military service during “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell,” her fierce advocacy for trans rights, and the fight for visibility and e…
Airline Etiquette: The Unspoken Rules of Flying
Ep 17 · Oct 28, 2025 · 42 min
Have you ever wished there was a school for airplane passengers? Well, class is in session! In this episode, we're diving headfirst into the do’s and don’ts of airplane etiquette, straight from the galley to your ears. From overhead bin blunders to bare feet horror stories, we’re breaking down everything that makes us cringe—and laugh—when flying the friendly skies. And yes, we’ve got thoughts on your speakerphone convos and tuna sandwiches too. We’re sharing real listener stories, our own in-fl…
Jet Lag Tips: How Airline Flight Attendants Beat Jet Lag
Ep 16 · Oct 14, 2025 · 38 min
Jet lag—it’s that relentless travel companion we never asked for but always seem to bring along. In this episode, we’re unpacking the reality of jet lag from the flight attendant perspective: what works, what totally doesn’t, and the hilarious and horrifying travel stories we’ve collected along the way. Whether you’re someone who swears by strategic napping or you’re just trying to make it to the Airbnb without puking into a canal (hi, Amsterdam), this one’s for you. We’re also diving into TikTo…
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