About this episode
Pilots, Podcasts, and Paris: Travel Talk and More In this episode of the Non-Rev Lounge, hosts Monique, Laura, and Tyler reunite to discuss their 2025 goals, recent journeys, and amusing anecdotes from their travels. They share stories about unexpected guests on planes, including stowaways and inflight incidents. The team also highlights their experiences with new destinations, including a unique trip from Vegas to London for a tech conference, and the challenges of non-rev travel. Listener interactions, airline industry updates, and a special tribute to their late colleague round out this engaging episode. 00:00 Setting Goals for 2025 00:58 Reunion and Friendship Dynamics 01:35 The Penis Game and High School Memories 02:32 Guest Tim and Podcast Reflections 03:00 Wildfires and Heroic Pilots 04:11 Delta's New Announcements 07:33 Travel Goals and Aspirations 12:56 Listener Interactions and Funny Encounters 16:15 Stowaways and Security Breaches 22:17 Passenger Misconduct and Diversion Costs 22:46 Ryanair's Policy on Diversion Costs 23:54 Handling Diversions and Customs Challenges 25:21 Global Airways: A New Airline on the Horizon 28:56 Finding a Lost Earring: A Heartwarming Story 31:34 Special Flights for CES Convention 34:02 Flight Attendant Experiences and Passenger Interactions 41:22 Safety Concerns and Personal Stories 43:19 Podcast Closing Remarks and Sponsor Message StaffTraveler Is offering a 10% code for any of our listeners who buy their eSIM. Use the Promo code ST10NONREVLOUNGE https://share.stafftraveler.com/nrl-esim ✈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