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Flying Chickens: Special Guest | Mike Strasser | Part 2
Part two is here, y’all! Mike is an exceptionally talented and fascinating individual. In addition to being an airline pilot, he and his brother Stefan run a cartoon s...
Flying Chickens: Special Guest | Mike Strasser | Part 1
Mike and I were sim partners during our upgrade training at SkyWest Airlines. His awesome Austrian accent and diverse background led to many captivating stories during...
Wait ‘til I get my money right…
In today's episode, I climb back on my soapbox to discuss an important issue: money. Stop wasting your money! While it’s easier said than done, many Americans live far...
From Coffee Spills to Cockpit Thrills: Special Guest | Vanessa Montaño | Grand Finale
Welcome back! This is the grand finale. We close out our conversation talking about non-rev travel, Vanessa’s icks with pilots which turns into a full blown conversati...
Thunder From Down Under | Our Non-Rev Journey to Sydney | Reading your reviews and emails | Keep your seatbelt fastened! Like, really!
Wow! Can I say I performed at the Sydney Opera House? Probably not, huh? Had me a little vacation in Australia and I can’t wait for you to listen to today’s episode. I...
From Coffee Spills to Cockpit Thrills: Special Guest | Vanessa Montaño | Part 2
Welcome back, nerds! Thank you for joining me today. In this episode, we talk about the differences between Part 61 and Part 141 schools to help you make the best choi...
United Jumpseater Sparks Conflict with SWA, Igniting a Battle for the jumpseat 2024 | Listener in airline training wants advice to manage stress | How to ACE your LOE
I'm thrilled about today's episode! Get ready for an intense showdown between United and SouthWest Airlines in an all-out jumpseat war. I'll dive into the gripping sto...
From Coffee Spills to Cockpit Thrills: Special Guest | Vanessa Montaño | Part 1
Welcome to The Tailwinds & Sunshine Podcast! In today's episode, we explore how minority families can unknowingly impact our aspirations. Vanessa shares insights into ...
FOMO Alert! | Handing Out Advice To Listeners | ERJ FOs upgrading to the CRJ at SkyWest | You missed your interview now what?
Hey there, feeling like life's got you in a rut? Well, let me tell you something – you've got way more power over your life than you give yourself credit for. In today...
Professional Bag Stacker: Special Guest | Micah Vobora | Part 2
What are some of Micah’s icks? Oh.. he’ll tell you alright. Once again, we talk about the Spirit furloughs and rumors surrounding the news. Which do you like better th...
Answering Your Questions | Rockie’s Coach as Pilot Monitoring in United 757 | Runway incursion close calls | I refuse to tip the van driver
Hold off on the crucifixions! I tip, I swear, but spare me the Mr. Pink nickname, alright? Today, buckle up for a riveting episode where I dive into the latest news, i...
Check Your Ego to Succeed | You just got furloughed, now what? | The declining ethics of our society
In today's episode, I explore the current trend of airlines slowing their hiring processes and discuss why the challenges faced by some carriers won't necessarily impa...
Professional Bag Stacker: Special Guest | Micah Vobora | Part 1
I had so much fun talking with my friend Micah. In this first part we catch up, talk about Micah’s student pilot journey and the differences between Part 61 and 141 f...
Answering Your Questions | Army Soldier wants to pick the right airline | Favorite Overnights | Manny the Slam-Clicker?
In today’s episode I answer one of my fellow Army Soldier’s questions. He wants to make the right choice for his family so I give him some advice in picking the right...
Special Solar Eclipse Episode: My first trip as a Captain | I’m SAD (got in trouble!) | Aviation is your second career, is it worth it?
Welcome to this special Eclipse episode; Manny’s in trouble with the Chief! Join me as I bring you up to speed on my latest adventures and take you backstage on a repo...
Answering Your Questions | Upgrade IOE Debrief, United KEWR Diversion and handling a prickly captain
Welcome to today's podcast episode, where I'll be tackling your questions, including strategies for dealing with a challenging captain. Additionally, I'll be offering ...
Pushing Tin: Special Guest | Patrick DeWaal | Part 3
Welcome to the grand finale! It's time to delve into the technical aspects and witness Patrick's expertise in air traffic control. He details his use of equipment and ...
Answering Your Questions | New Non-Rev Blueprint and some pilot advice for the future
What an incredible journey it's been! In this episode, I dive into topics that truly ignite my excitement. Overflowing with enthusiasm, I couldn't resist recording thi...
Pushing Tin: Special Guest | Patrick DeWaal | Part 2
In this episode we continue the conversation from part 1. Patrick highlights the importance of perseverance. He also mentions how dynamic hiring and duty station place...
Pushing Tin: Special Guest | Patrick DeWaal | Part 1
Pushing Tin! If you haven’t seen the movie, you gotta go watch it. Patrick never runs out of things to talk about. In this episode we start digging at the surface to g...
From Tower to NY Fashion Week: Special Guest | Rachel Mason | Part 3 of 3
The Grand Finale with Rachel Mason.Rachel and I met serendipitously while I was on a long sit in Denver. I knew her as “Dolly Parkin” as she was a ramp controller in D...
From Tower to NY Fashion Week: Special Guest | Rachel Mason | Part 2 of 3
This is part two of a three part series with Rachel Mason.Rachel and I met serendipitously while I was on a long sit in Denver. I knew her as “Dolly Parkin” as she was...
From Tower to NY Fashion Week: Special Guest | Rachel Mason | Part 1 of 3
This is part one of a three part series with Rachel Mason.Rachel and I met serendipitously while I was on a long sit in Denver. I knew her as “Dolly Parkin” as she was...
Humble Pie & A Surprise!
Hey there, folks! You won't believe the crop of newbies we've got at SkyWest lately. They strut in with chips on their shoulders the size of airplanes! It's starting t...
Manny: Back from the dead
A little early for a Día De Los Muertos celebration, but this guy is back from the dead with another fresh episode! Now I’m going live on Instagram so you can ask your...
Unveiling the Turbulent Truth: How Inexperience in Aviation Industry Led to Near-Disasters
This podcast episode sheds light on the concerning rise of aviation incidents in recent months and highlights the importance of a collaborative approach towards findin...
Non-rev Travel: Not for the faint of heart
Have you ever wondered what a “buddy pass” is? Well, they don’t exist… hahahaha just kidding, but not really. Today’s episode is all about non-rev or what it is usual...
Ep06: Special Guest: Daniel Sims | Part 3 of 3
This is a very special episode! My friend Daniel Sims joins me in Episode 6 of the show to share his experience as a future cargo pilot. In today’s episode, we chat ab...
Ep06: Special Guest: Daniel Sims | Part 2 of 3
This is a very special episode! My friend Daniel Sims joins me in Episode 6 of the show to share his experience as a future cargo pilot. In today’s episode, we chat ab...
Ep06: Special Guest: Daniel Sims | Part 1 of 3
This is a very special episode! My friend Daniel Sims joins me in Episode 6 of the show to share his experience as a future cargo pilot. In today’s episode, you’ll fin...