Best Aviation Humor Podcasts (2025)

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191. Should You Sign a $75K Contract Just to Chase PIC Time? 1:29:20

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2d ago1:29:20

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Dylan recaps his brutal post-"ATC meltdown" commute and rants about the GA ban at 12 major airports while Max counters with cub flying and Chicago layover tips (including a dangerously spicy El Chingón). In the mailbag, listeners call the guys out for drifting toward aspiring-pilot advice, recommend MU-2 and airline YouTube channels, drop a credit-…

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Breaking Barriers in Aviation & Turning Passion into Nonprofit Purpose 23:29

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In this episode of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You, retired US Air Force pilot Jessica Ruttenber shares her remarkable journey navigating—and ultimately transforming—the world of military aviation. Jessica recounts battling physical and cultural obstacles to become a pilot, and how she advocated for lasting policy changes at the Pentagon. …

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You Can’t Outdrink Altitude And Other Lessons From The Skies 1:05:56

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Talk to us! Leave us a message, or ask a question? Ever watched a simple trip turn into a sitcom? We kick off with a cursed run to Palm Springs—stuck galley bin, maintenance call, ATC hold, go‑around, then jammed stairs on arrival—before settling into perfect desert golf and blue skies. It’s a snapshot of modern air travel: crews and passengers rid…

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The End of Season One – A Journey to Remember 38:54

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As Season One of I’m Disabled… So What? comes to a close, Lauren and Heather sit down to reflect on an incredible journey filled with honest conversations, laughter, and growth. This episode looks back at the powerful stories shared, the lessons learned, and the community that’s formed along the way. But it hasn’t all been easy — behind the mic, La…

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From Combat Boots to Cabin Crew with Keturah Johnson 48:49

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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 l…

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190. What’s Next for BizAv Pilot Compensation? 58:21

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Dr. Chris Broyhill returns to break down the latest Air Comp Calculator data and what it means for 2025 pilot compensation. Dylan and Max dig into the trends, the slowdown in wage growth, and how bizav departments are navigating post-COVID market corrections. They also talk negotiation strategy, job titles that actually matter, and Broyhill’s new 6…

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190. What's Next for BizAv Pilot Compensation? 58:21

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Dr. Chris Broyhill returns to break down the latest Air Comp Calculator data and what it means for 2025 pilot compensation. Dylan and Max dig into the trends, the slowdown in wage growth, and how bizav departments are navigating post-COVID market corrections. They also talk negotiation strategy, job titles that actually matter, and Broyhill's new 6…

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Buckle Down & Break Through: From Devil Dog to Cyber Champion 26:43

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Join Kathleen Smith and Rachel Bozeman as they welcome Tom Eston, a Marine turned cybersecurity trailblazer, podcaster, and mentor, for an inspiring dive into his journey. From his infantry days to carving out a security career, Tom shares how curiosity, self-discipline, and determination fueled his rise. Tom emphasizes the importance of mentorship…

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Florida Beaches, Flight Drama, And Clean Hands 57:11

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Talk to us! Leave us a message, or ask a question? A blunt PSA, a nail-biter movie breakdown, and a beach list you’ll actually use—this one moves. We kick off by calling out airport bathroom offenders and then swing into the oddly soothing satisfaction of a full garage reboot. From there, we dive into a nuclear-crisis thriller that had us sweating …

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189. Can You Survive 900 Hours a Year on a One-Hour Callout? 1:51:18

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Max kicks off his annual training rant—breaking down the highs, lows, and downright absurd moments of recurrent at “the training center.” Dylan adds perspective on flight training efficiency and why a great instructor makes all the difference. The mailbag delivers everything from a new layover guide in Portsmouth to a 14-year-old aircraft dealer to…

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Don’t Tough It Out: A Marine's VA & Vitamin M Warning 33:59

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Join Kathleen Smith and Rachel Bozeman as they welcome Rob Fuller, a U.S. Marine veteran, cybersecurity leader, and community founder, for a raw look at his journey. From blowing up 300 pounds of C4 as a combat engineer to thriving in cybersecurity, Rob’s story takes a sobering turn with his struggle for VA benefits. Impacted by a culture of "tough…

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From Cabo To Palm Springs - What Happens When Travel Dreams Meet Real-World Risk 52:11

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Talk to us! Leave us a message, or ask a question? A perfect room in Cabo, the beach on lock, and then the headlines turn dark. We walk you through the moment we hit pause, weighed cartel warnings and fresh advisories, and flipped the trip to Palm Springs. The real story isn’t the resort—it’s how to read risk, tune out noise, and make a call that l…

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Airplane Etiquette: The Unspoken Rules of Flying 40:29

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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 t…

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188. How Can Pilots Build Wealth Beyond the Flight Deck? 56:48

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Tim Pope, CFP® and founder of 360 Aviation Advisors, joins Dylan and Max to talk about how pilots can make smarter financial moves—on and off the line. From variable pay to early retirement and crashpad cash flow, Tim breaks down what makes pilot finances uniquely tricky and how to stay ahead of turbulence. The crew also dives into taxes, schedulin…

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From Chief to "Just" Jaimee: Soul Searching & Taking Your Shot 22:25

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In this episode of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You, Air Force veteran Jaimee Freeman shares her recent military transition experience—shedding her Chief identity for "just" Jaimee after 28 years of service. Jaimee reveals how she pivoted from linguist to Pentagon event planner, turned down a lucrative job upon transition (not allowing fear…

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He Did Downward Dog In The Aisle, Sir 54:11

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Talk to us! Leave us a message, or ask a question? Ever watched a grown man do yoga and push-ups in an airplane aisle while he blocks the cabin? We did—and that’s just one scene from a wild run that starts with an international first and ends with a sharp talk about money, manners, and respect at 35,000 feet. We kick off with Shawn’s first real int…

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187. Is turbine PIC in 91/135 the fastest lane to legacy? 1:15:42

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We kick off with Southwest red-eye shenanigans, hot/high GA drama departing PRC in a 150, and Max's backcountry "mesa strip" adventure (with hard data from the STOL-mate). The Mailbag is full: 2,500-hour 135 pilots debating regionals, cockpit sun-shade gear, commuting to MEM in your own A36, first flights post-PPL, time-building without a CFI, and …

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It Sucks, but I Love It: Finding Joy Through the Tough Stuff 31:30

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Air Force veteran Josh Mason shares his journey of military transition and personal growth on this episode of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You. From cybersecurity to teaching, entrepreneurship, podcasting, and building a chicken coop, Josh showcases the power of creativity, networking, and embracing challenges with a stoic grin. He reveals …

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From Septic Fails To Sky-High Frights: Halloween, Asylums, And Airline Madness 1:05:21

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Talk to us! Leave us a message, or ask a question? Start with a septic pump failure, add non-rev roulette, then shake in a first-class passenger drying her hands with a toilet seat cover. That’s our week. From the ground-up mess to the sky-high absurdity, we pull back the curtain on why people lose their cool on airplanes—and how to keep yours when…

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186. First Officers: How Do You Speak Up Without Getting Shut Down? 1:11:04

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Colin and Mara'D—both airline FOs and cast members from The Rehearsal—join Max and Dylan to dissect the tricky dynamics of speaking up in the right seat. Why is it so hard, and what makes it easier? The crew digs into SOP gaps, CRM training, real-world examples like Asiana 214, and the subtle art of being a chameleon in the cockpit. Plus: bizav vs.…

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Jet Lag 101: The Flight Attendant Survival Guide 36:41

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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 strategi…

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Carrying the Load and Uplifting Others 20:08

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Army veteran Daniel Benjamin steps up to the mic to share his military transition story, from 20 years in signals intelligence to a program manager in cybersecurity and healthcare, on this episode of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You. He recounts how the reserves offered a helpful safety net during his transition into contracting, and how hi…

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Turnips, Turbulence, and False Memories 55:39

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Talk to us! Leave us a message, or ask a question? Ever watch a safety drill and wonder what it feels like on the other side? We open with the grit behind flight attendant recurrent training—peer pressure, tiny procedural details, and the CPR updates that never seem to stop—then shift gears into the strange-but-true world of October: presidents bor…

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Adventure Without Limits: Tom Moores on Adaptive Outdoor Experiences at Calvert Devon 34:06

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In this episode of I’m Disabled… So What? we sit down with Tom Moores, Lead Instructor at Calvert Devon. Tom shares how Calvert has been opening doors to life changing adaptive adventures like climbing, canoeing, and horse riding for disabled people of all ages. We also talk about the centre’s incredible resilience, including how it faced the real …

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185. Late-Bloomer Pilot: Fractional, Regional, or Wait It Out? 57:35

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Dylan opens from an echo chamber (literally) and the guys kick around first impressions of Gulfstream's newly announced G300 versus the G280—windows, avionics, "longest cabin," and whether depreciation and warranty keep the new-metal carousel spinning. Mailbag hits everything from those mysterious skid marks on SNA 20R and whether an RJ type helps …

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Red Nails, New Trails: Forging Your Identity After Service 19:42

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In this episode of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You, 20-year Air Force veteran Trecie Spencer shares her journey from joining the Air Force at 17 to a successful career as a project manager at GSA. She dives into how a phone line snafu at Nellis Air Force Base launched her networking mindset, how dreams of colorful nails signaled her milita…

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Mermaids, Mountain Dew, and the Case of the Toilet iPhone 57:33

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Talk to us! Leave us a message, or ask a question? Ever watched a cabin flip from reunion chaos to pin‑drop quiet at 30,000 feet? We have—and we’re unpacking how it happens, why sit time wears crews down more than flying, and what old‑school service looked like when carving roasts in the aisle was just Tuesday. This week we trade stories from the j…

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184. How Do You Stay Resilient After Career Setbacks? w/ Capt Benny 1:05:50

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Benjamin Bailey (@flybenfly) joins Max and Dylan for an honest, hilarious deep dive into aviation's influencer world, airline interview faceplants, and the realism gap on pilot social media. For professional pilots, this episode cuts through the curated BS to talk timing, authenticity, and bouncing back after setbacks. From CRM failures to career d…

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Same Wings, Different Worlds: Life as a Regional Flight Attendant 34:51

2M ago34:51

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In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into one of the biggest debates in the airline world: regional versus mainline flying. Rich has always flown mainline, while Drew brings a ton of insight from his years working at a regional airline. So we’re unpacking the real differences in schedules, pay, camaraderie, catering (or lack thereof), and what i…

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From Tech to Tarmac: A Fighter Pilot’s Second Act in Aviation 26:13

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Air Force veteran Steve Luczynski shares his remarkable journey from soaring the skies in F-15s and F-22s to navigating national security policy, diving into a cybersecurity leadership path, and eventually pivoting back to his first love—flying—in this episode of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You. With a career that spanned Japan to Europe a…

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When Your Career Takes a Left Turn at Albuquerque 59:40

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Talk to us! Leave us a message, or ask a question? Ever wondered what happens when life takes you on a completely unexpected journey? In this anniversary episode of Cabin Pressure, Shawn and G reflect on their 54-episode milestone while exploring how neither of them ever imagined becoming flight attendants. Their candid conversation about career tr…

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183. Can a Skydiver Pilot Make the Jump to the Big Leagues? 1:01:18

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Max rants about St. Louis still acting like it's O'Hare, but enjoys the accomodations. The mailbag covers creative GA commuting strategies and whether backcountry camping flights belong on a professional resume. Ted calls in on his drive home from the airport to share some bidding tips. Flight Advice closes with a skydiver pilot wondering if it's t…

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Hawk & Hack: Finding Your Personal Brand and Cyber Tribe 27:15

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Army veteran John Stoner shares his resilient path from signals intelligence analyst to cybersecurity leader in this episode of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You. With a decade of Army service—spanning time in Afghanistan, Bagram, Ottawa, and NSA headquarters—John was primed for a return to intelligence work after separating. Instead, repeat…

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From Steroids Tooth Baby to Flight Attendant: Kayla's Journey 1:09:23

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Talk to us! Leave us a message, or ask a question? What happens when you combine a horror movie enthusiast who hates being scared, a dog who prefers the human who stays home, and a dating app request that leaves everyone speechless? You get this delightfully candid conversation with flight attendant Kayla. From the moment she introduces herself as …

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Behind the Mic: Meet Your Exit Buddies, Kathleen & Rachel 16:20

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In this bonus episode of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You, hosts Kathleen Smith and Rachel Bozeman pull back the curtain for a fun, heartfelt "get to know us" chat. From the inspiration behind the podcast name to their career journeys, military connections, and top advice for transitioning vets, they share laughs, life lessons, and a peek a…

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Flying Forward: Disability, Accessibility and Aviation – With Chris Wood MBE 20:34

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In this episode of I’m Disabled… So What?!, Lauren and Heather (she’s back!) take to the skies with Chris Wood MBE — the powerhouse behind Flying Disabled, Air4All, and Rights on Flights. Chris shares his incredible journey from frustrated passenger to leading global advocate for accessible aviation. From campaigning for wheelchair-securement syste…

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Ask The Audience: What’s Your Biggest 'Hot Take' About Flying? 34:48

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Ever wondered what flight attendants really think about your in-flight behavior? In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into a spicy list of audience-submitted hot takes about air travel—and trust us, some of these takes had us howling, gasping, and nodding in agreement. From flip-flops in the lav to the eternal debate over seat reclining, we’re u…

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182. When the Flight Department’s Broken, Do You Stay or Go? 57:44

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A listener asks the question every pro pilot eventually faces: should you stay put and try to fix what’s broken in your flight department, or cut bait and move on? Dylan and Max bring in Jenny Showalter and Jim Lara to explore the real-world tradeoffs. From career coaching to leadership insights, they share what to weigh before pulling the ripcord—…

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182. When the Flight Department's Broken, Do You Stay or Go? 57:44

2M ago57:44

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A listener asks the question every pro pilot eventually faces: should you stay put and try to fix what's broken in your flight department, or cut bait and move on? Dylan and Max bring in Jenny Showalter and Jim Lara to explore the real-world tradeoffs. From career coaching to leadership insights, they share what to weigh before pulling the ripcord—…

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Fire on Deck to Fire in the Belly: If You Lose Your Passion, You've Lost at Life 32:30

2M ago32:30

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Navy veteran Shanon Raab discusses his journey from machinist’s mate to passionate recruiter, in both the Navy and civilian worlds, in our first official episode of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You. Shanon shares how a chance visit to the mall at 17 sparked his military career, how mentoring a shipmate led to his Navy recruiting role, and h…

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We Don't Just Serve Drinks—We Save Lives, First Responders at 35,000 Feet 51:31

2M ago51:31

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Talk to us! Leave us a message, or ask a question? What happens when a passenger experiences a medical emergency at 35,000 feet? Who's really there to help when seconds count? This raw, unfiltered conversation pulls back the curtain on the reality of flight attendants as first responders – trained professionals who must act decisively when medical …

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Welcome to Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You 1:01

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Join hosts Kathleen Smith and Rachel Bozeman for the launch of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You! This podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the transition from military to civilian life. Each episode features a veteran sharing their real stories, practical tips for career transitions, advice on building strong support networks, and …