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Non-Rev Lounge#229 Fly & Talk: Mo and Lara's StoriesSummer Adventures and Travel MisadventuresIn this episode, Monique and Lara chat about recent and upcoming travel plans, including family trips, work-related travel experiences, and vacation destinations. The episode kicks off with technical difficulties before diving into updates on Tyler's travels to Puerto Rico and Sydney, Monique's California adventures, and Laura’s trips to Mexico and London. The hosts also share humorous and stressful workplace stories, such as seating disputes on flights and unexpected encounters with entitled passengers. Amid the lively discussion, the importance of using travel tools like Staff Traveler and understanding ZED travel rules is hi...
2025-06-1228 minNon-Rev Lounge#228 Hotels or Rental PropertiesTravel Tales: Airline Etiquette and In-Flight ShenanigansIn this episode of Leonard Lounge, Tyler and Monique and Lara discuss their return to recording in Laura’s kitchen and share their experiences and plans following Memorial Day weekend. They dive into various travel-related topics, including the quirks of working as flight attendants, handling new colleagues, the logistics of tipping van drivers, and the ongoing debate over hotels versus Airbnbs for travel. They highlight the culture within their crew, dealing with passengers’ unique demands, and the unexpected encounters with friendly pilots. This episode is filled with humorous anecdotes, behind-the-scenes insi...
2025-05-271h 15Non-Rev Lounge#226 From Graduation Caps to Margarita MachinesAdventures and Anecdotes: Catching Up Over Flights and FunIn this episode, hosts Tyler, Monique, and Lara catch up on their recent activities and share engaging anecdotes from their lives. They discuss Sam's Club meetings, bartending jobs, and coordinating their matching shirts. The conversation transitions to their Mother's Day celebrations, detailing Monique's Mexican dinner, Laura's trip to Chicago for a college graduation, and Tyler's flight challenges from Salt Lake. They bring up amusing encounters with coworkers, flight attendant protocols, and industry gossip particularly surrounding Southwest Airlines. Special moments include Monique meeting a fan of their podcast and...
2025-05-1435 minNon-Rev Lounge#225 Cancun and Traveling with AshesTravel Stories, Resort Fun, and Airport AnticsIn this lively episode, Tyler, Lara, and Monique share various anecdotes from their recent adventures and trips. They discuss everything from cartooning themselves, attending the Cranky Network Awards, and family vacations, to funny and outrageous moments at adult resorts. The group dives into their experiences of navigating airport hassles, the challenges of flying with kids, and the absurdities encountered on airplanes. They explore humorous trade offers among flight attendants, the quirks of non-rev travel, and the mishaps of unprepared passengers. Tips are shared on how to handle emergency evacuations, connecting...
2025-05-0652 minNon-Rev Lounge#224 Guillermo From Staff Traveler Talks About the Upcoming UpdateNavigating Non-Revenue Travel: Tips, Tricks, and Personal StoriesJoin Lara, Monique, and Tyler as they welcome back one of their favorite guests from Staff Traveler, Guillermo, to the Non-Rev Lounge! The episode dives into a year filled with non-rev travel stories, recent Staff Traveler updates, and incredible tips for non-rev travelers. Guillermo, who has recently become a father, shares his latest travel adventures with his baby daughter, Eleanor, and some fascinating tales from his non-rev experiences. The episode also delves into the much-anticipated new features in Staff Traveler version three, including a priority request system. With a...
2025-04-2957 minNon-Rev Lounge#223 Michael Takes his Family To Munich and ZurichExperiences and Adventures of a Dedicated Plane SpotterIn this episode, Tyler, Monique, and Lara welcome Michael, a loyal listener and aviation enthusiast. They discuss the unique collectibles they wear and how they met during various aviation events. They dive into Michael's career in healthcare administration, his passion for aviation, and his extensive plane spotting experiences spanning over three decades. Michael shares his fascinating journey to Europe with his family, detailing their itinerary from exploring Munich and Zurich to visiting historic sites like the Dachau Concentration Camp and the Neuschwanstein Castle. The conversation also touches upon tips...
2025-04-2251 minNon-Rev Lounge#222 Nonrev Essentials: What Every New Hire Should KnowNavigating Non-Rev Travel: Tips and Tricks for Airline EmployeesIn this episode of Non Rev Lounge, hosts Lara, Monique, and Tyler dive into the world of non-revenue travel, providing comprehensive tips for new airline employees. They share personal anecdotes, discuss the importance of understanding airline policies, and offer practical advice on using standby and ZED fares effectively. The conversation covers everything from the importance of carrying on bags to navigating connections and ensuring those flying on your benefits are well-informed. Whether you're a new hire or an experienced employee, this episode is packed with valuable insights to...
2025-04-1558 minNon-Rev Lounge#221 Return to London, Global Entry App, and No Service on Short Flights?In this episode, Monique, Lara, and Tyler discuss a variety of topics, including in-flight experiences, April Fool's jokes in the aviation industry, and global entry app benefits. They share personal stories such as drinking trips to Tucson wile doing passport renewals, and dealing with explicit content on flights. The crew also touches on the pros and cons of different airports, the nuances of flight attendant duties, and memorable encounters with passengers. It's a lively conversation full of anecdotes, travel tips, and aviation insights.00:00 Starting the Party: Shots and Drinks01:38 Flight Attendant Stories and...
2025-04-0852 minNon-Rev Lounge#220 Non-Revs and Drug Smugglers Similar TraitsTales from the Tarmac: Travel Mishaps and Airport AdventuresIn this lively podcast episode, Monique, Lara, and Tyler discuss a variety of entertaining and surprising travel experiences. The trio recounts humorous and challenging situations such as dealing with extreme temperatures on the plane, innovative tactics to speed up boarding, and the challenges of international travel with limited airline benefits. They delve into forgetfulness, including a United pilot's infamous loss of a passport mid-flight, and share personal anecdotes about the minor and major mishaps that can occur during travel. The hosts also explore the humorous side of airline...
2025-04-0158 minNon-Rev Lounge#219 "Global Glimpses: From Dutch Delights to Asian Adventures"Taipei and Seoul Travel Adventures: From Lanterns to Night MarketsIn this episode of the Non Rev Lounge, Tyler, Lara, and Monique discuss Tyler's travel adventures in Seoul and Taipei with his two young boys. The conversation covers a range of experiences from a unique sauna encounter in Korea, a visit to an interactive zoo, and the discovery of the difference in cultural activities between Seoul and Taipei. Tyler provides insightful tips on navigating public transportation using Google Translate and shares his recent flight experiences on the A380 and the 747. The episode features a fun segment about...
2025-03-2555 minNon-Rev Lounge#218 Two Guys on A PlaneBehind the Memes: Two Guys on a Plane Share Their Journey to Social Media StardomIn this episode of Rev Lounge, Lara, Monique and Tyler sit with Rich and Andrew, famously known as 'Two Guys on a Plane.' They recount their serendipitous meeting on a flight, their viral social media presence with hilarious flight-related content, and how their relationship grew into a marriage celebrated under a historic airplane. The duo also shares insights into their new ventures, including hosting group travel trips and launching a podcast. They discuss the dynamics of being content creators, their humorous takes...
2025-03-181h 02Non-Rev Lounge#217 Non-stop to Seoul: Tyler's Inaugural 747 FlightTravel Adventures and Airline Awards: A NonRev Lounge SpecialJoin hosts Monique, Lara, and Tyler in this lively episode recorded from Tyler's international trip in South Korea. The team shares insights on the Cranky Network Awards, a travel geek's dream event, discussing their experiences and the impressive organization of the award ceremony. They reflect on various airplane models, humorous moments, and significant wins by their friends. Tyler details his recent travels to South Korea with his two sons, including the thrill of flying on a 747, exploring Seoul, and indulging in local market foods. They wrap up the...
2025-03-1121 minNon-Rev Lounge#216 Hotel Staff to the Rescue To Help Lara Turn the lights on.A Day in the Life: Travel Stories and Airline MishapsIn this episode of the Niner Lounge podcast, hosts Tyler, Lara, and Monique gather in Laura's kitchen to share their latest adventures in the airline industry. They discuss everything from attending the Charlotte Aviation Day and dealing with busy work schedules, to humorous incidents with hotel room lighting and encounters with fellow travelers. The trio also touches on the challenges and quirks of non-rev travel, the impact of new boarding systems, and unexpected work situations. The episode is filled with personal anecdotes, industry insights, and a shoutout...
2025-03-0446 minNon-Rev Lounge#215 Hawaii and Korea: Luke and Monica's JourneyHawaii Travels and Flight Tips: Non Rev LoungeIn this episode of the Non Rev Lounge podcast, hosts Tyler, Monique, and Lara are joined by guests Luke and Monica to discuss their recent trip to Hawaii. They share their experiences and challenges with non-revenue travel, hotel stays, local food, and the large family gatherings they attended. They also delve into South Korean travel tips, including must-see destinations, food recommendations, and important travel information such as the need for an ETSA visa. Additionally, they explore the benefits of different hotel rewards programs, particularly Hyatt, Marriott, and Hilton, and p...
2025-02-2547 minNon-Rev Lounge#214 In-Flight Intrigue: A Stalker's PursuitTravel Experiences and Tales from the Non Rev LoungeIn this episode of the Non Rev Lounge, hosts Lara, Tyler and Monique share various personal experiences, talking about topics such as tattoos, travel mishaps, and memorable hotel stays. They delve into the intricacies of flying non-rev, critiquing an aviation movie, and share intriguing stories, including one about a stalker on a flight. The discussion covers their preferred travel tips, such as packing essentials and dealing with travel uncertainties. They also provide recommendations on leveraging hotel points, particularly with Hyatt, and making the most of travel experiences while...
2025-02-1841 minNon-Rev Lounge#213 Navigating the Skies and Taipei: Insights from Tom RaineyExploring Aviation Industry Stories and Adventures in Taipei with Tom RaineyIn this episode of the Non Rev Lounge podcast, hosts Monique, Lara and Tyler are joined by their good friend Tom Rainey. They discuss Tom's extensive background in the aviation industry, including his work and his lifelong passion for aviation. Tom shares his childhood experiences near Air Force bases, his career progression from radar tech to manager, and the responsibilities that come with maintaining airport infrastructure. The conversation also covers aviation regulations, the roles of air traffic controllers, and common misconceptions about the industry. Additionally, Tom...
2025-02-1143 minNon-Rev Lounge#212 "Navigating Through Grief: A Special Episode"Reflecting on Tragic Events and Aviation SafetyIn this somber episode of the Non Rev Lounge podcast, Tyler, Monique, and Lara discuss a recent week marked by tragedy within the aviation community. They reflect on the death of a ramp agent in Charlotte and a more publicized plane crash that deeply affected them. The hosts share emotional experiences and emphasize the importance of safety and vigilance in their industry. They also highlight the support from other airlines, the activation of care teams, and offer resources for dealing with crisis situations. The episode ends with...
2025-02-0417 minNon-Rev Lounge#211 Exploring Cape Town and Safari with KimExploring Aviation Passions and South African Adventures with KimIn this episode of the Non-Rev Lounge, hosts Lara, Tyler and Monique chat with a dedicated listener and avid traveler, Kim. Kim shares her emotional connection to the Emirates A380, her experiences living near LAX, and the benefits of using buddy passes for air travel. She vividly recounts her background from South Africa to moving to Los Angeles, elaborating on her frequent travels, especially through LAX. The discussion delves into specifics about traveling to South Africa, highlighting her favorite activities such as visiting Cape Town, wine tasting in...
2025-01-2840 minNon-Rev Lounge#208 "Non Rev Lounge Chronicles: Happy New Year and Travel Tales"This episode covers the hosts of the 'Non Rev Lounge' podcast—Monique, Lara, and Tyler—discussing their holiday experiences, travel adventures, and health issues. The episode includes recollections of family gatherings, getting sick during travels, and plans disrupted by illness. They also share amusing tales of large family parties, difficult holiday trips, and celebrating New Year's Eve. Additionally, the hosts recount a visit to the 'Carry On' aviation-themed bar in Phoenix and various airport and flight-related stories, including issues with unaccompanied minors and Capital One lounge access for airline employees. The episode ends with a reflective note on the over...
2025-01-0752 minNon-Rev Lounge#207 "Christmas Memories and Travel Tips"Holiday Travels and Christmas Traditions(Lara cut her head off for the recording, if you are watching see if you can see and how Tyler tried to cover it up)Monique and her friends reminisce about memorable holiday moments, discuss their travel plans for Christmas, and exchange thoughtful gifts in this festive episode. They share insights on flying during the holiday season, gift-giving practices for crew and agents, and travel tips for Christmas markets. The conversation also dives into their favorite Christmas movies, childhood memories, and unique holiday experiences. Enjoy a light-hearted and joyful discussion...
2024-12-1757 minNon-Rev Lounge#206 "In the Lounge: Reflecting on a Year of Travel"Non Rev Lounge Ep. 206: Adventures, Mishaps, and Holiday ReflectionsIn the latest episode of the Non Rev Lounge, Laura, Monique, and Tyler return to Lara's kitchen to discuss their experiences over the past week, including receiving a positive response to their YouTube content. They share stories about vacation trips, Thanksgiving celebrations, and discuss the implications of travel benefits such as D1 vacation passes. Tyler shares a personal anecdote about misplacing his wallet during a trip, which is eventually returned by a listener who found it. They also reflect on Thanksgiving dinners, both good and bad, and their...
2024-12-1048 minNon-Rev Lounge#205 Meet the Crew the New Video Aspect. "Our Podcast Anniversary Special"Celebrating Four Years of Non-Rev Lounge: Introduction and Memorable MomentsYou can now watch our episodes on Youtube https://youtu.be/2MWdSwPqGB0In this episode, Monique, Tyler, and Lara introduce themselves and discuss the origins and growth of their podcast, Non-Rev Lounge, which is celebrating its four-year anniversary. The hosts share their backgrounds in the airline industry and talk about why they started the podcast. They recount memorable travel and work stories, including Lara's challenging encounter with an unruly passenger and Tyler’s experience with Delta. The episode also highlights the benefits of non-revving, StaffTraveler's ro...
2024-12-0346 minNon-Rev Lounge#204 The Crew Shares Their Pet Peeves and Things They Are Thankful For.We’re podcasting remotely this time! Bear with us while we transition to a video format!Trading work items!Lara goes through Miami! AND WHY!!??Tyler gets recognized!! Monique chases down non revs (“Hey Mary”)Pet peeves! (And why does Tyler have so many? 🤔The Fritos StoryDon’t bring your own alcohol to consume onboard Have you ever had a black eye?Poor Spirit Airlines 😢Tyler takes his wife to Seattle for her birthday! Monique watches his kids so he can do that 😇Who’s birthday is it anyway?Things we are thankful for! Happy Thanks To our USA listeners!🍗🦃Staf...
2024-11-1955 minNon-Rev Lounge#201 Jellyfish Stings & Lightning Strikes Are Expected With Brittany & RachelWe have a special episode! The crew is joined by our frequent guest, Brittany, and her travel bestie ! (**) Why are the flight attendants spraying the cabin with an aerosol while passengers are on board?Karaoke bonding Registered guestCroatia 🇭🇷 first non rev flight!Brittany has big news!Brittany flys with Lara’s son Drew ❤️Someone DM’d Lara and asked to buy her flight attendant shoes! 😱Brittany was Pre Flight Camp Director this previous summer!She tells us all about this fabulous program to expose young girls to aviation!!https://www.preflightcamp.comTheir Taylor Swift Eras trip 🙌Getting T Swift tickets is a WHOL...
2024-11-0256 minNon-Rev Lounge#198 Mergers, Prospect and Listener LettersThis week the crew talks about a nuber of topics. Sorry for the delayed show Tyler was busy traveling! Hence the name of this podcast!! Hee hee!Lara whines about doing domestic flights as if she is an international 👸Happy 10 year anniversary to Monique!!Why Tyler will NEVER retire! JetBlue has lounges??Chester (Alaska) marries Pualani (Hawaiian)We talk mergers!!Prospect, the company, ensures our wheelchair passengers can travel!Phoenix uses a dry rub….. for cleaning our planes!! 🤔Listener lettersDayton Air Force Museum is a must see for every Avgeek!Thanks Sarah, Chaz, Daniel, Robert and Jesse!The top 5 airpo...
2024-10-0859 minNon-Rev Lounge#196 Autobahn and Our Satisfaction Report including Pretzel BreadThis week the 3 of us talked about Tyler's NonRev holiday weekend trip to Germany. And we piggyback off the Flying Smarter Podcast about JD Power passenger satisfaction report and what things we like with travel and NonReving!! Planning a meet up!Tyler REALLY has traveled bunches this year! What tea does he have on wife Katie that she allows this?Where on the aircraft did Tyler & Katie sit compared to THEIR two boys?Yet more water park stories!Germany = CastlesLara gives her advice on sleeping again with jet lagNon rev nightmare coming homeTyler becomes a name dropper!We t...
2024-09-2452 minNon-Rev Lounge#195 Lara Lets Tyler be the Celebrity for a day!Dorkfest!! This year Tyler is the only one of the three of us to attend this annual Avgeek gathering at LAX airport! Tyler goes outside of his comfort zone DJ Spotter”s cousin Devon takes a train from SEA to LAX!! Lara did some recon and it takes 34 hours and he had a bedroom! Tyler gets a concourse shout out from a listener! Monique and Lara give their weak a$$ excuses why they didn’t attend the Mecca for Avgeeks.🙄Greg Peterson, an ancillary member of The Next Trip Podcast, went to Victorville Tyler’s constant flex a...
2024-09-1747 minNon-Rev Lounge#194 Group Special! Dane & RachelLucky for us that 🔥Dane The Dentist/Ramper and Rachel The Flight Attendant/Health Coach with the nice butt, stuck around for another fun episode! We were having so much fun 🙌Lots of Pro Tips in this episode!We discuss airline employee cartels! Paying for shifts🎶 Get your money for nothing, and your chicks fo free🎶Lara doesn’t want your crappy domestic trips….but feel free to send a dic$ pic 🤣Tyler Rants (again 🙄) oh, and so do the rest of us! Passenger Shaming incidents NEVER snap your fingers at Rachel! 😡Pro Tip: Or any other flight atten...
2024-09-1045 minNon-Rev Lounge#193 Diana the Traveling NurseOur guest Diana is a full-time nurse and a part-time ramp worker. She is Tyler's coworker and used to be Katie’s (Tyler's Wife) co-worker and definitely she prefers Katie. 🤣She talked about her love for traveling and said she would do the airline job for free if it meant she got her flight benefits!! Diana is just the cutest ramper Lara has ever seen!Two jobs! Nurse at the Children’s Hospital and a ramper! Main line transfer! But no vacay baby 🏖️Loving those flight benefits!Not every beautiful woman on the ramp is gay! Loves traveling, the cu...
2024-09-0343 minNon-Rev Lounge#187 We Didn't Start The FireWE DIDN’T START THE FIRE!! So much happening in our aviation world!! We discuss! Ode to Billy Joel Phoenix London market changesWhat the heck is Tuachan?Crowdstrike! Blue screen of deathWhere was Rico?Southwest BIG changesTyler is now a Hyatt Globalist!!🙌Tyler is all over plane spottingHenry the EP gets Tyler into the ultimate lounge!Dayton Air ShowOlympics!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 tha...
2024-07-3045 minNon-Rev Lounge#184 Lara Gets Brutally Cleansed in Morocco!This week we get to hear about Lara's recent trip to Morocco.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-esimFireworks in the Hot Tube4th of July Non-Rev StrugglesLara takes Air France and sits by a real A-holeHammam Spa gets 1 of 5 starsCooking ClassMovie studioOur predictions of good and bad places for Data✈StaffTraveler is a great app that can assist your non-rev travels! Use it to find the loads for your non...
2024-07-0940 minNon-Rev Lounge#180 Caden Is the Zed KingCaden can teach us all a thing or two about flying on a zed fare, but don't be shocked if you think you are friends!! Just have him leave you to catch a first class seat! Hasta La Vista Baby!Getting caught up on our work!What would Lara do? Diana Ross can do anything she wants!Passengers have to be compliant. Please allow Monique to finish her sentences!Who is a member of The Mile High Club? ☝️Caden is from Austin and remembers being in the back seat with Brittany!Caden loves airplanes and would even do his job...
2024-06-1149 minNon-Rev Lounge#174 Chris Nonrevs with his Special Needs Daughter, Creating Wonderful Family Memories.Lucky us! We have a guest! Chris, a pilot for a major carrier non revs everywhere with his 3 children and super organized wife! They have a special needs daughter and he wants people to know that you CAN non rev with preparation and patience. Chris is a fantastic guest!First we talk shop! Lara was on NPR in Los Angeles talking about a Wall Street Journal article on the etiquette of asking people to switch seats. Lara knows Dawn Gilbertson, the writer of the article, from Dawn’s prior gig at The Arizona Republic. Here’s the link if you...
2024-04-3054 minNon-Rev Lounge#172 Freeloading to SFOWe three fly (well, they left behind 1/3 of the podcast on the first flight! 😃) to San Fran! We came to podcast in the phone booth in the lounge. We also wanted to use the Priority Pass restaurant amenities before they go away in July!Would you do Home Exchange?Tyler accuses Lara of being OCD 🙄Bye bye Snowbirds!Passenger bags and Day 2 Syndrome!Lara has a great day with Henry The EP (Executive Platinum) Henry shows Lara HIS London!Lara catches Tyler not watching her IG reel!Momo and Tyler reminisce about Las Vegas!✈StaffTraveler is a great app...
2024-04-1640 minNon-Rev Lounge#167 Andrew from Flying Smarter Podcast Joins the CrewWe are big fans of Andrew and his Aviation Potcast. Tyler and Lara have been guest on Flying Smarter and now we get to have Andrew on our podcast. Andrew and his love for AviationGetting private pilot licene in high schoolAndrew writes for AirlineGeeks.comVisiting every Disney ParkLara starts singing elevatorAviation RegulationsPikachu DreamlinerCurrent tripFlying Smarter EplainedFind Flying smarter at www.flyingsmarter.com, X @flying_smarter, IG @flyingsmarter and Facebook Flying Smarter Podcast✈StaffTraveler is a great app that can assist your non-rev travels! Use it to find the loads for your non-rev travel! Use t...
2024-03-1245 minNon-Rev Lounge#165 The Cranky Flier, Aviation Expert Brett Snyder is Back With Speed Dating!Tyler and Lara work this year’s The Cranky Network Awards ceremony and dinner! By far the aviation industry’s leading event! Almost every US and Canadian carrier is represented along with executives from Boeing and Airbus!! All the major airlines send their network planning teams to this event for the award ceremony! Brett Snyder enjoys The Non Rev Lounge and is a big supporter!Thank you to Brett and The Cranky Concierge for your support! Many thanks to the Oakland airport! They were the sponsors of this year’s Cranky Network Awards. Tyler and Lara got to meet...
2024-02-2735 minNon-Rev Lounge#164 LAX for #LarAAfestWe’re celebrating Lara’s birthday! Same day as a great aircraft…Airbus A220! The podcast group chat termed the LAX meet up #LarAAfest!Lara has been flying with the singing Capt Pete a lot! He’s such a nice man!Naked man in ORD! Did you see the videos?Airports are stressful for a lot of peopleWhen did LaGuardia become such a nice airport?Tyler on his great Chase Lounge Tour!Tyler got a facial!! 😝Do you have nightmares about work? Tyler has one in real life!! 🤨Bidding our schedules is a whole thing!More work talk!Lara missed her...
2024-02-2053 minNon-Rev Lounge#163 Bridget Turns to a Life of Flying to Escape Her Mothers House.Remember when Lara was at a bday party and that guy randomly kissed her and then immediately ran to Lara’s husband to apologize?? This is the girl we were celebrating! How do you dress like yourself? How did you get into aviation?Another America West Airlines story!Flight attendant = friendsPersonalities make the difference🤪Our airline picks wine 🍷 based on what tastes best at 36,000 ftBridget learns about the areas of our country as a FA! Each area has its own way of ordering drinks 😱If you want to travel with 10 flight attendants, you better ask 40 to go because they’re so fl...
2024-02-1337 minNon-Rev Lounge#161 Hotels and Clothing Optional?No guest today but we talk about our week and Lara’s trip to Cancun ❌👙Lara FINALLY flys with her son Drew the Pilot Instructor! Listener letter questions us about how to find a hotel when non reving! Our tips and tricks on that!Passenger tried to board with a cat that WASN’T a cat 🤔🐍Avgeek friends meet up in DC! Dinner with Drew from Next Trip Podcast and Brittany too! #winningLads weekend complaints (Tyler and his boys)Tyler barely makes it home!Pilot comments 😱 Stay tuned for the next segment…. It’s just a little bit explicit…but I don’t b...
2024-01-3051 minNon-Rev Lounge#160 Winter Storms and LAX Meet up PlansWe talk about our LAX meetup on Saturday, February 3 rd, from 12pm-4pm at the Proud Bird restaurant by LAX ! Come have lunch and plane spot with us while we watch the big ole jet airliners come and land! Lara is on Reserve 😡 AGAIN!What is an ODAN?Why is Monique such a hard ass with passport signatures?Monique’s son Zach non revs to ORD 😱 in inclement weather!Bless our Rampers working in all kinds of weather! Listen to Lara on NPR. They discuss the JAL incident ! Go to Air Talk podcast with Larry Mantle. Start at 54 min in to hear the i...
2024-01-2342 minNon-Rev Lounge#159 "Out With the Old in With The New" Retiring Pilot to New Hire FA ChrissyThis week Cleveland -based flight attendant Chrissy joins us to talk about her aviation career. She talks about being hired as a flight attendant in two different mainline airlines as well as working on getting her private pilot license.Monique and Lara work on a pilots retirement flightChrissy applies to be a Flight Attendant twiceLooking at possible future plansWorking on a private pilot license on the sideNext Trip supports Touching FA to get their attentionBaby in First Class Causes a FightStaffTraveler saves Chrissy in her commutingPay for BoardingLara shares a nasty inflight storyOuttakes Nonrev Lounge After Dark
2024-01-161h 01Non-Rev Lounge#156 BNA Bachelorette Party and Breeze UpgradeMerry Christmas 🎄 All three of us went somewhere and we discuss those trips and wrap up the year!Happy New Year Everyone!Nashville is the bachelorette capital of the USA!Drag BusNo cover chargesPriority Pass PerksCan’t get a cocktail 🍸 on SundaysTyler and Lara were both in Richmond at the same time!Charlotte Admirals Club has prepackaged food now.Tyler went with the Next Trip Podcast guys to ArlingtonDulles Aviation Museum Lara is angry at Tyler for flying non stop from Richmond to Phoenix on Breeze. Meanwhile Lara is connecting in Charlo...
2023-12-2636 minNon-Rev Lounge#155 Tyler makes most of trip after being banned from EUPart Two of the Tyler Debacle!Chester and Pualani are getting hitched! 💍💒SNA, Orange County, Santa Anna, John Wayne airport is limiting the amount of passengers when really they should whittle the airport names down to one 🙄London Christmas markets for Tyler and Katie!Priority Pass lunches and breakfastPRO TIP: Ensure your passport has at least 6 months before expiration! ✈️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
2023-12-191h 04Non-Rev Lounge#154 Tyler Is An Idiot and The Girls Visit Germany and AmsterdamThis week we talk about our trip to Europe and how Tyler may not be as good of a non-rev as he thinks. Lara and Monique go to Frankfurt and Cologne for Christmas Markets and spend a day in Amsterdam. Man plans and God laughs!!The ever going quest for the pod seatsHow we all got to LHRTyler is in massage heaven London Christmas Market Angels on Regent Street Brittany joins us for dinner!❤️Lufthansa to Frankfurt ( well, not for all of us)We bailed on Tyler! Sorry Tyler!Onto Frankfurt Christmas Market!Train to Cologne Cologne Christmas Market Train...
2023-12-121h 17Non-Rev Lounge#153 Tonya Gets Her Groove Back!We sit down with Tonya, she’s an executive assistant for an airport ops VP. She has an amazing aviation story, and we are lucky to share it with you! So sit back, relax and buckle up. This is a good one!Tyler saves the day and became Lara’s hero ❤️Boise=LaraChicago=Mo: last football game for Zacky, Mo’s son!PDX and LAX=Tyler and the boysWhat’s an Executive Assistant?Wings for Autism Jetpull is coming back to PHX🙌Beginning was America West Airlines!!Flight Attendant9-11 changed everything 😔Missed aviation and started flying at Southwest Airlines...
2023-12-0548 minNon-Rev Lounge#152 Panama, Costa Rica and Non-Rev Lounge Birthday Week.**We are going to record with the founders of StaffTraveler. Let us know what questions we should ask them when we record. NonRevLoungePodcast@gmail.com**Happy third birthday to The Non Rev Lounge Podcast!!We have a guest! Allie-Jo and she tells us about her girls trip to Costa Rica! She flew into the Liberia airport and drove to the beach.Our weekTyler’s dreamLara braves Panama and has a roller coaster ride getting there!!Panama locksStaffTraveler can help you find places to eat too! Costa Rica! Girls don’t just go on a crui...
2023-11-2857 minNon-Rev Lounge#149 Broken Dishes & Places to Travel RNWe discuss our feelings for turkey since we are in November! Unbelievably, Tyler has an opinion! 😆Is Lara stalking Shawn T or is he stalking her?Tyler has a first row seat to an inflight food disaster!Listener Justin writes in as he has questions for us! Tips for non aviation travelers!Lara explains the London Mafia/Cartel. Turns our each employee group has the same feelings!Fall places to travel now! Before flights get full!Go to Ice Castles in Utah! A tip from Shawna and Chris Instagram page: Adventure.Junkeezhttps://g.co/kgs/eukPMjDowngrades mean for ga...
2023-11-0745 minNon-Rev Lounge#147 You Might Be a Non Rev IfWe three are at it again!!Do you get trip jealous??Wings For Autism Tyler fesses about his Perx messes! 😆It’s Fall Break for Tyler’s familyAll inclusive v cruise Tyler flex about Friends and Family hotel discount!How the heck did Tyler and his whole family (5 total) get to Cancun??Travel Tip: make a photocopy of each person’s passport and stick them into EVERY suitcase!Subtle flex about Tyler’s GOLD statusNot-So-Knowledgeable gate agent messes up Tyler’s placement on the standby list! 😱😱😱Cancun all inclusive You might be a non rev game!Yet another credit card announcement...
2023-10-2445 minNon-Rev Lounge#145 Capt Lance turns airplanes into art! 🙌Tyler has big news (well, to him 🙄) Anyone wants to adopt Lara, DM her @laraketterman on IG Our guest is Capt Lance Lockhart! 🙌 I have been trying to get him on this podcast for a long time! But trying to get 4 airline people together on the same day is rough! Lance has a great side gig (don’t all pilots and FAs?) and we discuss his aviation career and side hustle! Family in Aviation!AmeriFlightMetros 1900Atlantic Southwest Airlines18 years at the present, unsaid airline! Dad was a maverick“Quality and depths of your relationships”How to deal with a di...
2023-10-1057 minNon-Rev Lounge#144 Second Day Syndrome and The New European VisaThe three of us catch up on our non rev adventures!Monique’s funeral trip without the potatoes 🥔 Tyler has flight envy and copies Monique! What is Second Day Syndrome?Essential oils Monique?? Hmm 🤔 Lara visits the 777 avionics bay! And a certain London mechanic owes her a dollar! 💵Lara gets an Inflight flight attendant check ride to London! Tyler gets a gift of Iceland Air Passenger blankets!Yet more Hawaii talk!Premium Economy is NOT business class!If course we have to discuss the Delta Lounge debacle!Tyler tells us how he made a Perx mistake! We talk about ETIAS, the...
2023-10-0353 minNon-Rev Lounge#139 Tyler Visits Auschwitz "Never Forget"The three of us discuss work and Tyler’s solo birthday trip!Lara is almost finished with Reserve Monique’s daughter ventures to Costa Rica! Outside of her comfort zone!Tyler gets a hall pass to travel for his birthday 🎂 First firstHot towel service talkWhich lav on the plane is your favorite?Austrian Airlines! A320 NEOTrying to trade seatsVienna to KrakowE195Krakow has a Salt Mine…Must do!Auschwitz😢Birkenau✈️StaffTraveler is a great app that can assist youyour non-rev travels! Use it to find the loads for your non-rev travel! Use this to sign up and get entered...
2023-08-291h 04Non-Rev Lounge#138 Nonrev Words and Drugged up LaraThe three of us have our own adventures to talk about today! (**)Lara is taking Percocet for dental pain relief.Gate Agents Unite!!Sorry if our macabre humor about bereavement at work was too much!Missing Katie’s grandmother, our guest from episode 21.Thank you to our airline for being so generous during bereavement!Listener letter! Thanks Gee!Airline jargon explained!ZED =Zonal Employee Discount flying on other carriers at an employee discount As a gate agent, Monique sends APIS documents to other countries not to be confused with AFIS Automated Fingerprint Information System (See, I watch NCIS)Jump...
2023-08-2257 minNon-Rev Lounge#137 Machu Picchu And the Real AmazonPart Deux of Lara’s South America tour! But first..Monique has a pilot story(**)Skip Lagging! Are you guilty?Wrong Amazon Tyler! 🙄Machu Picchu! There are many different types of entrance tickets to Machu Picchu. Ensure you have the one that gives you entry to the places you most desire to seeAsthma…chocolate covered expresso beans!✈️StaffTraveler is a great app that can assist youyour non-rev travels! Use it to find the loads for your non-rev travel! Use this to sign up and get entered into a free weekly raffle:https://stafftraveler.com/nonrevlounge
2023-08-1542 minNon-Rev Lounge#136 Lara has her Coming to Jesus Moment on her trip to Rio!!Lara returns from her 20 day trip to South America! 🔥🔥 Let’s talk Arizona heat 🔥🔥Club access is changing 😱Monique gets to see everyone bc she’s at the gates!Listener letter 🙌What makes a good non-rev destination?? Email us and let us know: Nonrevloungepodcast@gmail.comHard to pack for so many destinations!Passport Health gets you ready for your trips!High altitude pills for CuscoMalaria pills for the Amazon Rain Forest United Airlines has the BEST app!Rio de Janeiro Argentina AerolinasFlight attendants have sticky fingers!Iguazú Falls in Argentina 🇦🇷 and Brazil 🇧🇷 Global Airlines 🛫Buenos Aires/nightclubbing!Careful who you...
2023-08-0854 minNon-Rev Lounge#130 All Inclusive Resort or Cruise?This week the three of us talk about a few recent trips including Monique attending Pride night in Disney Land and Tyler taking his wife (Katie) to Cancun for a long ❤️weekend. Getting Mo’s daughter Allie-Jo to a hair show!Disney Pride Night! You don’t have to have a gay card! Tyler admits he was “trav-hangry” because everyone was traveling but him! 🤣Tyler takes Katie to a Perx all inclusive in Cancun! People wore clothing at this all inclusive!Paying a premium for Perx “Run of the House” …. WORTH IT!!Bad behavior on the runway.Get Global Entry!!Hawaii vs...
2023-06-2745 minNon-Rev Lounge#129 Lara’s IrelandThe gang is back together!! We reunite and talk about work Lara’s group tour of Ireland! Inspired by Lizzie from episodes #103 & 104.Shop talk 😏Mo’s cell number for T Mobile: 867-5309We talk about showers 🚿 WestJet oddities (Yes, we bought tickets 🙄😫)Jumpseat clarification Train to Limerick Do you know what a “Busker” is?Ireland 🇮🇪 lesson 🇬🇧When is it called the “Union Jack”?Derry vs Londonderry I got to meet our Dublin listener Jessica!Pre clearance in Dublin 🙌Lara teaches passengers travel hacksJameson whiskey tourBook of Kells Lara finds her cousin in Ireland Titanic Exhibit is a must see!✈️StaffTraveler is a great app that ca...
2023-06-2056 minNon-Rev Lounge#123 Ian from Crew Tracking Refuses To Give Lara His Cell!We FINALLY interview Ian! A Crew Tracker at our favorite airline! (Why won’t he give Lara his cell number?) Ian tells us about his start in aviation and his future job aspirations. He’s really cute in person too!Coronation highlights! Mo and Beril wake up at 2 am to watch HRH King Charles get crowned!Would You Rather game. Ian really goes into action during IROPS …Irregular Operations!!Who gets precedent in irregular operations ? Pilots or flight attendants?What is BizHero?No one in aviation celebrated when Southwest had their winter meltdown. We all felt for them! We ALL ar...
2023-05-0958 minNon-Rev Lounge#122 Long Time Listener First Time Caller Stand by ListThe first episode we recorded when we were in DFW was with Ben. He is an Alaska Airlines retiree that has been a big supporter of our show from day one. Ben is a Canadian and non revs every where. Once he and Lara were in Maui at the same time and almost had dinner!Podcasting from the top of the roof at Phoenix Sky Harbor.StaffTraveler updates!Monique FINALLY gets her flying dependents into FC! Ben gamely podcasts with zero sleep!Ben gets into Aviation through theft! 🤣Marries his aviation career to his hotel career! That’s a win-w...
2023-05-0240 minNon-Rev Lounge#121 Non Rev Lounge Does DFW RecapThe 3 of us pinch ourselves silly that we actually had this AAmazing event! How we all got to DallasPodcasting in the epic new headquarters Meeting the CEO and the AA podcasterBeril’s Bakes cake! Integrated Operations Center tourFounders PlazaSkyview 8 and Skyview 6 incredible tours What do you desire for lunch? Thank you American Airlines! Raffle!CR Smith Museum tourHarvest Hall dinner, dranks and dancing with the hot guy from Perx! (Lara) Founders Plaza with donuts and coffeeRamp tours! Thanks to everyone who attended and a recap of some of them!How the heck did we all get home?Eternal grati...
2023-04-251h 01Non-Rev Lounge#114 Aviation Speed Dating AKA Cranky Network AwardsThe three of us discuss many aviation items!! Tyler and Lara worked The Cranky Network Awards Show. Our friend Brandon Carpenter won The Sexiest New Route from Miami (😱) to Tortuga! This is the cutie Lara picked up at Dorkfest two years ago! Mo’s family may FINALLY get their passports Rome EVERYONE, I mean, EVERYONE is talking about Kansas City’s new airport!So long Long Beach 🏝️😭Hey Monique! How was your Seattle nonrev trip????Oh ok!! Well then, how was Monterey, California?Would you like to sit next to the Wall Street Journey writer??What routes do you want...
2023-03-0753 minNon-Rev Lounge#113 Gifts for Crew and Gate Agents often Brings Different ResponsesThe three of us discuss important life things!! Ok, not really but we talk about some Tyler travels, our responses to listener mail and our BIG GET TOGETHER in Dallas on April 14-16!! It’s gonna be epic!!When to give your treats to the gate agent or flight attendant?What’s in a murder kit?Tyler’s travels to other clubs, because he is the main card holder. Meanwhile, Lara’s husband, who doesn’t travel NEAR AS MUCH AS HER, is her main card holder!! 🙄🙄 (guess who writes the show notes? 😆) Star Alliance website around the world special fare!Richmond trip but...
2023-02-2849 minNon-Rev Lounge#112 Denied Business Seats and Lara is a Material Witness of After DarkThis week the three of us each take a chance to tell about some recent stories from travel and work. Hope you enjoy our Non-Rev and work adventures. Details about our Dallas meet-up in AprilPeople love Tyler’s Non-Rev Pro hat from the StaffTraveler StoreWhat to do when the gate agent does not know the policy.Monique ends up working a cluster flight after Super Bowl!New Podcast to check out called Standby Secrets (link below)Bonus Non-Rev lounge after DarkLove is in the air. StaffTraveler is a great app that can h...
2023-02-2147 minNon-Rev Lounge#110 Super Bowl Week and 747 MemoriesWe had a good time talking about the Super Bowl coming to Phoenix this week and about some 747 memories. Thanks for giving us a listen. Super Bowl coming to PhoenixEmails from listeners747 MemoriesTrips to PDX and LASLara Writes for Travel AwaitsMonique and Tyler attend Super BowlOuttakesStaffTraveler is a great app that can help with your non rev travels! Use this to sign up and get entered into a free weekly raffle:https://stafftraveler.com/nonrevlounge✈️To request the loads for flights you wish to non-rev on, please use the app. You can download the St...
2023-02-0750 minNon-Rev Lounge#102 Things That We Are Allegedly Thankful ForHappy Thanksgiving everyone!! We have Brittany back with us. Fantastic Four! 🙌This episode we talked about all the things in which we are thankful !LaraTylerMoBrittWhat are you thankful for?? We are thankful for upgraded seats!!!OUTTAKES 🙌👏StaffTraveler is a great app that can help with your non rev travels! Use this to sign up and get entered into a free weekly raffle:https://stafftraveler.com/nonrevlounge✈️To request the loads for flights you wish to non-rev on, please use the app. You can download the StaffTraveler app at: https://stafftraveler.com/nonrevlounge
2022-11-2237 minNon-Rev Lounge#100.5 PART DEUXSpecial Friday Drop!! The fun continues! The four friends discuss:If a movie was made about us, which actor would we want to play us?Our airline’s maintenance guys“Life On The Ramp” from Instagram comes to town!Tyler tells Lara to: “Stop Talking “ 🤣🤣London passengers chose their entrees.Brittany pilot stories Not So Nice Flight Attendant stories!https://blog.stafftraveler.com/stafftraveler/5-new-features/We love ❤️ our listeners❤️ thank you for these wonderful 100 episodes! OUTTAKES!! They may be PG 🤷🏼♀️What a milestone! Thank you to all of our listeners!! We’ve enjoyed putting these together and YO...
2022-11-1831 minNon-Rev Lounge#45 Aviation ThoughtsHey everyone! The three of us are back and just catching up! We’ve kept Broadway Tina with us for this one because she’s fun and we can bounce ideas off of her! Election Day (Monique and Lara , fisticuffs?)Phoenix weather Thanksgiving travelBaby On Board!Weird passengers Merge talk since Tina and Lara have been through 2!!Hey everyone! Go sign up for StaffTraveler! It is a great app that can help with your non rev travels! Use this to sign up and get entered into a free weekly raffle:https://stafftraveler.com/nonrevloungeHere’s...
2022-11-0833 minNon-Rev Lounge#41 Us 3: The Flight Attendant Episode!The three of us talk Dorkfest (and will we ever stop? 🤯) No guests this week and we are happy to be just the 3 of us again! Staff Traveler app story and why you need it!At Dorkfest, Lara helps another airline pilot non rev to Europe and he emails us about his trip!We talk about that video that went viral about the flight attendant that got sucker punched! Lara in a Twitter war!Yet another Lara Uber (3:30 in the morning) story!Flight home from Dorkfest and how can so much happen in one scant hour? Tyler generously gives M...
2022-10-1141 minNon-Rev Lounge#39 Kelsey….Will Work For Travel! (Fiji, Costa Rica)We meet up with our friend Kelsey! She’s a gate agent in Columbus. Lara spent a lot of time there in her America West days! Kelsey took the plunge and met us for Dorkfest! She brought along her fun dad Bill who was always ready for adventure! Bill told me he is so appreciative of his dad discount. Kelsey fits right in with the Non Rev Lounge gang! “Hi, my name is Kelsey, I’m addicted to travel “ “ Hi Kelsey “……Non Rev LoungeWhat started this adventure? How many jobs you got, mon”?Running through the PHX airport and who does sh...
2022-09-2750 minNon-Rev Lounge#34 Day Trippin on Tyler’s 40th!!What do most people want for their big birthday? Well our Tyler, who counts his flights each year, wanted to non rev!! We head to Seattle! Our friend Issac Alexander, @jetcitystar (Twitter) hosted an Avgeek and Spacegeek BBQ that we wanted to attend! (I know?? Right?? We’re avgeeks and we know it!)Open London flights doesn’t mean “Let’s go”Taking our college man (Zach) back to school in ChicagoIt’s good to have friends in great cities like Nicole and Seb!Celebrity sighting by Tyler! ⭐️ Struck for sure! You’ll have to listen to find out who!I often won...
2022-08-2350 minNon-Rev Lounge#33 Monique's Beach WeddingMonique finally got her big show and come to meet us in LAX next month. Friends and Family travel to Mexico for the big wedding.Lara does a river cruise on the Thames river on her London OvernightUpdate on Dave's luggage that was lost on his Egypt trip.Lara does London and Hawaii back to back like a knucklehead!For safety reasons Lara sleeps with her shoes on, she is special. Doing a Trash pick-up or Crop Dusting the passengers.September 16, 17, and 18 we will be at LAX for Dorkfest, come to join us so we can meet you. T...
2022-08-1634 minNon-Rev Lounge#32 Tyler Makes Big Jet Lag Mistake in Dublin + Leprechauns, Titanic and CastlesThis week we talk about Tyler taking his Wife and son Jake To Dublin during the Peak Europe travel season. Canceled flights getting to Dublin force our plan BTyler and his family didn't help themselves fight their jet lagGiants Causway, and Titanic MuseumNegative seats but One, Two, and Three are on the list on the returnTyler looks to go to Doah from Dublin to connect back to the statesThanks for supporting our show,we really appreciate it!Find us on Instagram @NonRevLoungePodcast and Twitter @NonRevLoungePod.If you have any questions o...
2022-08-0940 minNon-Rev Lounge#30 Deep Dive Egypt!First the company AirportTag has given The Non Rev Lounge a discount for the photo luggage: LARA10 Lara’s trip to Egypt part deux!!We hear about Lara’s flights on Egypt AirPyramids…don’t get on the camels!Nile CruiseAbu-Simbel (watch out for loose rocks)Careful when you use a public restroom!!Felucca rideEgyptian night on the cruise! How to get a discount in The Grand Bazaar in Cairo! (Hint, your airline ID ain’t it!)Tour group security Jordan! Petra: The Treasury vs The Monastery! Can you really float in the Dead Sea?
2022-07-2643 minNon-Rev Lounge#29 Egypt and the luggage that went viral!Lara is back from Egypt and Jordan. Trip of a lifetime for sure! But…, what did she order JUST for this tour?Listen and you will discover! THIS WENT VIRAL ON FACEBOOK!Is Lara a narcissist? You make the call!Lara’s current husband Dave: Good thing you think you’re funny Lara!! Thank you Nahom from Lost and Found!Instagram live across 3 continents with 3 co-hosts!Heathrow is a MESS right now! Even going full fare…the odds may never be in your favor!Hosts predictions when Lara’s current husband Dave will receive his luggage, So Tyle...
2022-07-1942 minNon-Rev Lounge#28 Gene: The most senior flight attendant in base! (In our minds)We talk with a flight attendant, Gene, who started America West Airlines! He’s SO SENIOR but yet cool! He makes us laugh with his dry humor. I fly with him and he makes great PAs before the passengers get on board. Geno is also a big deal in the flight attendant union and has represented Lara a few times 🙄🙄40 years of seniority this summer!Aviation start…Little airline in the desert 🌵 Favorite city (think down under)Non Rev Tips ! Gene has some good ones!Lara gets a “leg up “ on the competition! Thanks for supporting our show,we really a...
2022-07-1235 minNon-Rev Lounge#27 Three’s Company!!The three amigos are back!! At the start of each month, the three of us are gonna try to impress you with our non rev thoughts and techniques! Work stories abound and they’re actually funny!! Plus we really like each other and enjoy these episodes! 🤷♀️What?? The most downloads? Thanks Tyler! You’re the only one who’s checking (alpha male) 🤣Next Trip Podcast!!London delays (cheerio good mate)Work stories ( it’s Arizona so think hot 🥵)Much thanks to our fantastic June guests!Love our supporters like Lara’s interaction with the new Brandon on her jumpseat fl...
2022-07-0540 minNon-Rev Lounge#26 Alaska Cruise: Or No Sweatpants in the Dining Room Please!Tyler and his lovely wife Katie join us and we discuss their PERX anniversary 7 day Alaska cruise!PERX gave them an upgraded meal! Work those PERX!Balcony or no balcony? That is the question!!Non rev there or buy tickets?Seattle time! (Tyler and his chowder🙄)Glacier BayCraig (Butchart Gardens) @Doorstomanual.exposure on Instagram $100 credit abounds everywhere! 💯This year may be the year to book a cruise on PERX and use the discount code: Nonrevloungepod30As a non rev….. DO YOU LOOK BACK??Thanks for supporting our show,we really appreciate it!Find us on Instagram...
2022-06-2838 minNon-Rev Lounge#24 Everything Jones!!We meet Internet Radio Star J Jones! He has a Internet Radio Show called “Let’s Do Lunch With J Jones”! He is also an airline worker, motivational speaker and has a career in behavioral health (God Bless Him)This charismatic and engaging man is a fun non rev who loves to do day trips and even do them to Hawaii! (C’mon, it’s the Non Rev Lounge so of course we talk Hawaii and lie flat seats❤️)“Non-revving is not for the faint of heart”-JJonesWhere does J Jones work?What does he lo...
2022-06-1443 minNon-Rev Lounge#18 Mothers Day ShenanigansIn honor of Mother’s Day, we share our non rev adventures with our mothers! We have our favorite international flight attendant Brittany back with us! We talk about having our friends Craig and Claire from across the pond meet us, with our pilot friend Ty, downtown for dinner. We meet up again with Seb and Nicole…but this time it’s on OUR turf! We talk about past guest Jenna. We also discuss the bad parenting (yes, we are judging) that we observe and Mo tells two gate stories about it!
2022-05-0340 minNon-Rev Lounge#17 Shawna & Chris Are The Non Rev Adventure.JunkeezThis weeks show the three of us have Shawna and Chris on with us. Chris is a ramp worker with Tyler and Shawna is a new travel agent. The are emply nesters that take advantage of their flight benefits . Lara gets Boosted For EgyptIce CastlesChris uses the Airline job for benefits and to find clients as a realtorPerks of Being a Travel AgentUsing a Dream liner as a Private JetPenthouse to Outhouse!Taking Buddy passes to England Greece and BudapestVisit A City appTips (these are super 👍 good)Find Shawna and Chris on Instagram @adventure.junkeez and links bel...
2022-04-2637 minNon-Rev Lounge#9 Carolyn talks Paris, Hawaii and the Mile High ClubDon’t forget our Chicago Meet up March 6th at 11 am. Lou Malnati's South Loop805 S State St.Chicago, IL 60605Come join us and meet the crew!!This weeks episode we have a long time Flight Attendant tell us about her amazing solo trip to ParisDinner in the Effiel TowerCarolyn tells us about how she started in AviationCarolyn only flys Hawaii flights. Mahalo!Code Red coming home from HawaiiLara tells a story that if that happened today…the pilot would be fired😱Lara and Carolyn talk about The Mile High Club! Where and...
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Non-Rev Lounge#7 Part 2 of Next Trip Podcast Cross Over EpisodeThis week we connected with our friends Doug and Drew and do a cross over episode where part one is on Next Trip and this is part of our conversation. Go listen to part one Next Trip Podcast https://www.nexttripnetwork.comWelcome to part 2Between both episodes, how many times does Greg tell us he is 6’4"??Nate’s A220 inaugural flight. How it almost wasn’t 😆Doug loves his new job because he’s doing “research” for Next Trip Podcast!Dream trips for everyone! Hint: Singapore 🇸🇬777 vs 737 for Doug Boom Aerospace? WTH is that?Does Monique car...
2022-02-1551 minNon-Rev Lounge#6 The Hostess That is the MostestThis week we have Brittany host Non Rev Lounge and we answer questions from our listeners.Jet bridge phone becomes a non rev on Lara's flightBritish Brittany and American BrittanyMoving up from express to main lineLara works the 747 to JapanBrittany is a student pilot that likes dangerous flyingHow reserve worksFirst class and Maui hostelsMeet us for lunch March 6th in ChicagoThanks for supporting our show, we really appreciate it! Find us on Instagram @NonRevLoungePodcast and Twitter @NonRevLoungePod. If you have any questions or feedback please feel free to reach out to us via email a...
2022-02-0843 minNon-Rev Lounge#5 Alex and Her Pandemic Pool PosseMonique's friend and fellow gate agent, Alex, joins Monique and Lara this week to talk about her work and travels. Getting stuck in Mexico"Final Countdown" at the gateElevate: in LondonLosing flight benefits-what it would take for Lara and Mo to give them upLara's "coins in the lavatory" sagaFavorite trip while using benefitsElevate: which work group was most annoyingThanks for supporting our show, we really appreciate it! Find us on Instagram @NonRevLoungePodcast and Twitter @NonRevLoungePod. If you have any questions or feedback please feel free to reach out to us via email at NonRevLoungePodcast@gmail.com.
2022-02-0145 minNon-Rev Lounge#4 Lara Performs for Def Leppard and We Are Going to Chicago!The crew is back together. We talk about recovering from Covid and answer a question from one of our listeners about what we do for our jobs. We each share a story from our work or our travels. Covid recovery Congratulations to TyWhat we do in our jobsLara sings for Def Leppard Argument in covid testing lineTyler misses inter-airport agreements TipsJoin us in Chicago!Thanks for supporting our show, we really appreciate it! Find us on Instagram @NonRevLoungePodcast and Twitter @NonRevLoungePod. If you have any questions or feedback please feel free to reach out to us via email a...
2022-01-2546 minNon-Rev Lounge#3 Jakes on a PlaneWorld traveler, Jake, sits with Lara and Tyler and tells a little about his job in route planning and a lot about his recent trips to Sydney and Singapore. Favorite airlines other than our ownJake describes network panningJakes shares is travel statsPlanning the big trip and how Sydney fit inBumble dateSix days in SingaporeNon-rev TipsYou can find Jake on Instagram @jakesonaplane and on Twitter @jakesonaplane_If you want to fly internationally check out https://apply.joinsherpa.com/mapThanks for supporting our show, we really appreciate it! Find us on Instagram @NonRevLoungePodcast a...
2022-01-1850 minNon-Rev Lounge#2 Germany and the Amazing RaceOn this week's show we talked about Tyler and, his wife, Katie's trip to Germany to visit the Christmas Markets. We pick up from last week when Lara and Drew met them after London.Vacation passesOff to Frankfurt Difference between England and GermanyMarkets in CologneLast day with Lara and DrewNon rev stress getting homeBrittany cameoChristmas Miracle TipsThanks for supporting our show, we really appreciate it! Find us on Instagram @NonRevLoungePodcast and Twitter @NonRevLoungePod. If you have any questions or feedback please feel free to reach out to us via email at NonRevLoungePodcast@gmail.com. See...
2022-01-111h 03Non-Rev LoungeSeason 2 Lara's Inaugural ShowWelcome back to Non Rev Lounge. We are back with season two and excited to have Lara join us as a host. The three of us use this show to catch up on trips we took over the break and a few other nonrev topics. Welcome backWe discuss if nonrevs should talk to the gate agent or give them space to workLara plans a 12 hour lay over in LAX on her way to London just to get better seatsLondon Christmas MarketsFlying Ryan Air To FrankfurtTravel Goals for 2022Thanks for supporting our show, we really appreciate it! Find us...
2022-01-0454 minNon-Rev Lounge#52 SEASON FINALEHello, fellow Non revers and listeners of the show. This is the final show of season one and of the year. We are once again joined by Brittany and, future host, Lara. This week we took some time to talk about our favorite travel or aviation experience of the year. We also went around and talked about our favorite memories from season 1. We realized just how many funny, sad, emotional, and exciting stories had been shared during this year. During this Thanksgiving week, we truly are thankful to each one of the guests that have taken time to sit wit...
2021-11-2345 minNon-Rev Lounge#48 Self Upgraders, Aborted Takes Offs and Plans for Season TwoWe are lucky to sit with the return guest and friend Lara. We mostly talk about work experience in this show but her stories are very entertaining. Catch up with LaraWhat Lara saw in the bunksSelf upgradersBest to suck up to Gate Agents or Flight AttendantCreepy passengers takes photo of Flight AttendantAborted take-offsTipsNew host and Plans for Season TwoYou can find Lara on Instagram @LaraKetterman and Twitter @Lara633Thanks for supporting our show, we really appreciate it! Find us on Instagram @NonRevLoungePodcast and Twitter @NonRevLoungePod. If you have any questions or feedback ple...
2021-10-2646 minNon-Rev Lounge#42 This Week's Lara Variant is Based in Salt Lake and Shares Her TravelsTyler and Monique sit with an old friend that is a flight attendant based in Salt Lake. She talks about getting into the industry and shares stories from work and non-reving. What made Lara decide to become a flight attendant and her path to her current jobLara takes her sister to New YorkPassengers behaving differently Non-rev to Japan with no plansKorea?Working charter flights TipsThanks for supporting our show, we really appreciate it! Find us on Instagram @NonRevLoungePodcast and Twitter @NonRevLoungePod. If you have any questions or feedback please feel free to reach out to us via...
2021-09-1448 minNon-Rev Lounge#41 Special Edition of Non-Rev Lounge. 20th Anniversary of Sept 11thThis week Tyler and Monique have five guests that were in the industry when Sep 11th occurred. We get a chance to hear their stories of just what happened on that day and how it affected each of them. Lara, Flight attendant based in PHXRaeann, Customer Care based in SLCDoree, Reservation Manager based in PHXNoel, Ramp Agent-based in PHXTatum, Ramp Agent-based in BOSWe will be back next Tuesday with our next episode. Thanks to everyone that has supported us. Thanks for supporting our show, we really appreciate it! Find us on Instagram @NonRevLoungePodcast and Twi...
2021-09-0954 minNon-Rev Lounge#37 Planes, Ferries and Buses-Captain Robert and Kristen Visit the WorldThis week we sat down with Robert and Kristen. Robert talks about becoming a pilot, and the different airplanes he has flown. They talk about their trips around all over the world, and get Monique and Tyler excited to plan a beach vacation.Tyler and Monique share their last few tripsRobert talks about becoming a pilotPlanes, ferries and busses storyThe power of the 74712-day trips to AsiaBird StrikeKristen checks on the passengers in the back and remembers how grateful she wasTrip to ThailandBucket listTips Thanks for supporting our show, we really appreciate it! Find us o...
2021-08-1152 minNon-Rev Lounge#32 Tyler's In-laws Choose Love Over Flight BenefitsThis week we have Tyler's in-laws on the show. They have flight benefits and we sit and talk with them about their trips.Shannon grew up with flight benefitsDress up to flyShannon got taken off a plane for acting upNice resort or upgraded seatsMissed trips due to COVID-19Surprise trip to LondonStockholm to Finland on a ferry in JuneIsrael and Machu PicchuTraveling with weird thingsBucket ListTipsThanks for supporting our show, we really appreciate it! Find us on Instagram @NonRevLoungePodcast and Twitter @NonRevLoungePod. If you have any questions or feedback please feel free to reach out to u...
2021-07-0648 minNon-Rev Lounge#25 Noel Circles the World in a Middle SeatWe are excited for our 25th episode and for everyone to hear this week's guest. This week we sit with Noel. He is a ramp agent with Tyler in Phoenix and has been with the airline for about as long as Tyler and Monique have been alive. His travels have taken him all over the world and he has some fun stories from work and travel. How Noel got into AviationRace Cars, Hawaii Sunsets, and Sea PlanesFlying Jump seat On BA in DC10 into SANBeer for CoffeeTravel to the pastChanges in Non-RevingNoel's Aviation PhotographyWorking in the Tow...
2021-05-1847 minNon-Rev Lounge#21 The NonRev Great GrandmaMonique and Tyler talk to Tyler's grandmother in law. She shares her stories about being a pilot's wife and shares some of their nonrev stories. Grandma's first flight ever was with her future husbandMonique talks about Torchy’s tacos in Austin Texas Tyler talks Naked Tchopsticks in IndianapolisPlaces that we have visited that we could liveGrandma gets to ride in the jump seat on a test flightGrandfather crash landsBest and worst parts about being a pilots wifeDoes traveling with kids get better?Spain trip got to see a Clipper ShipVisit Rock of GibraltarGetting stuck in Denver airport with a baby...
2021-04-2035 minNon-Rev Lounge#19 Nic does Yoga on an Iceberg and Gets Stuck in Hawaii for Six DaysTyler's first registered guest Nic joins Monique and Tyler on the show. Get to know NicBynum's Stake house in Indianapolis https://bynumssteakhouse.net/Nic swims in Glacier Lake to get a yoga pose photo on the icebergTyler and Nic first trip to HawaiiReggie stops us from getting to SeattleEnjoying lay flat to GermanyGetting stuck in HawaiiFunny rental car storiesDiving in St. ThomasTipsTrip to IndiaThanks for supporting our show, we really appreciate it! Find us on Instagram @NonRevLoungePodcast and Twitter @NonRevLoungePod. If you have any questions or feedback please feel free to reach out to us via ema...
2021-04-0647 minNon-Rev Lounge#18 Monique Confronts Her Flight Benefits ThiefThis week's guest is Katie, Tyler's wife.Monique and Katie talk about Tyler’s benefits switching handsKatie grew up with a family working for airlinesKatie shares about the time she flew in first class with Alice CopperTyler and Katie talk about traveling with kidsWhy Tyler picked Central Park to propose to KatieMonique visits Kansas CityKatie and Tyler talk about visiting the Baltic StatesThe Hill of CrossesKatie’s bucket listTips Bonus Tyler talks to Jake, his oldest child, about flying Thanks for supporting our show, we really appreciate it! Find us on Instagram @NonRevLoungePodcast and Twitter @NonRevLoungePod. If you have...
2021-03-3041 minNon-Rev Lounge#17 Smuggling Grapefruit in Your Pants and Flight Attendant StereotypesThis week we have Lara and Brittany back from the last two shows to talk with us. How Lara and Brittany metStereotypes about Flight AttendantsHave you ever; stayed in a hostel, have something stolenTimes we have lied to passengersOur pet peevesBad non-rev experiencesSome of our favorite locations AnchorageCape TownGreece San Antonio and AustinThanks for supporting our show, we really appreciate it! Find us on Instagram @NonRevLoungePodcast and Twitter @NonRevLoungePod. If you have any questions or feedback please feel free to reach out to us via email at NonRevLoungePodcast@gmail.com.See you on the stan...
2021-03-2352 minNon-Rev Lounge#15 This is NOT a Zoo! The Lara K story.Lara's aviation careerFavorite part of her jobLeast favorite part of being a flight attendantWhy Lara loves working the flight to LondonRoyal wedding or the OlympicsOld cranky or young and entitled Trip to KenyaHappy hour in YumaBucket listTipsYou can find Lara on Instagram @laraketterman and on Twitter @lara633Thanks for supporting our show, we really appreciate it! Find us on Instagram @NonRevLoungePodcast and Twitter @NonRevLoungePod. If you have any questions or feedback please feel free to reach out to us via email at NonRevLoungePodcast@gmail.com.See you on the standby list!https://li...
2021-03-0937 minNon-Rev Lounge#13 Monique Talks About Farting on a PlaneMonique and Tyler talk about their travels on this show.They read some reviews, answer some questions from fowlers of the show.They play a few rounds of would you rather.New route to Idaho FallsScreaming baby in Austin TSAFavorite storiesEasy international destinations Our thoughts on masks Longest time being stuckLounge access for non revsHow Tyler got into aviationBest routes to get lay flatFarts on a planeDelta Plat Million Miler ReviewThanks for supporting our show, we really appreciate it! Find us on Instagram @NonRevLoungePodcast and Twitter @NonRevLoungePod. If you have any questions or feedback ple...
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