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Daily Strength: A 365-Day Devotional for MenMay 13 - The Deadening Effect of False WorshipWe hope you enjoy today’s Scripture reading and devotional aimed at equipping you for moral and spiritual transformation.
Today’s Bible reading is Psalm 135.
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ESV Bible narration read by Mike Bullmore.
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Twitter2025-05-1306 minDaily Strength: A 365-Day Devotional for MenMay 12 - In Quietness Is Your StrengthWe hope you enjoy today’s Scripture reading and devotional aimed at equipping you for moral and spiritual transformation.
Today’s Bible reading is Psalm 131.
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Twitter2025-05-1204 minDaily Strength: A 365-Day Devotional for MenMay 11 - God Our Helper and KeeperWe hope you enjoy today’s Scripture reading and devotional aimed at equipping you for moral and spiritual transformation.
Today’s Bible reading is Psalm 121.
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Twitter2025-05-1104 minDaily Strength: A 365-Day Devotional for MenMay 10 - Firmly Fixed and Exceedingly BroadWe hope you enjoy today’s Scripture reading and devotional aimed at equipping you for moral and spiritual transformation.
Today’s Bible reading is Psalm 119:89–96.
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Twitter2025-05-1004 minDaily Strength: A 365-Day Devotional for MenMay 9 - Give Me Life!We hope you enjoy today’s Scripture reading and devotional aimed at equipping you for moral and spiritual transformation.
Today’s Bible reading is Psalm 119:33– 40.
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Twitter2025-05-0904 minDaily Strength: A 365-Day Devotional for MenMay 8 - Our Death, Precious to God?We hope you enjoy today’s Scripture reading and devotional aimed at equipping you for moral and spiritual transformation.
Today’s Bible reading is Psalm 116.
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Twitter2025-05-0806 minDaily Strength: A 365-Day Devotional for MenMay 7 - The Lord Jesus Is a WarriorWe hope you enjoy today’s Scripture reading and devotional aimed at equipping you for moral and spiritual transformation.
Today’s Bible reading is Psalm 110.
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Twitter2025-05-0704 minDaily Strength: A 365-Day Devotional for MenMay 6 - The Rescuing Love of GodWe hope you enjoy today’s Scripture reading and devotional aimed at equipping you for moral and spiritual transformation.
Today’s Bible reading is Psalm 107.
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Twitter2025-05-0608 minDaily Strength: A 365-Day Devotional for MenMay 5 - God Knows, God RemembersWe hope you enjoy today’s Scripture reading and devotional aimed at equipping you for moral and spiritual transformation.
Today’s Bible reading is Psalm 103.
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Twitter2025-05-0506 minDaily Strength: A 365-Day Devotional for MenMay 4 - God Will Set Things RightWe hope you enjoy today’s Scripture reading and devotional aimed at equipping you for moral and spiritual transformation.
Today’s Bible reading is Psalm 96.
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Twitter2025-05-0405 minDaily Strength: A 365-Day Devotional for MenMay 3 - The God Who ProtectsWe hope you enjoy today’s Scripture reading and devotional aimed at equipping you for moral and spiritual transformation.
Today’s Bible reading is Psalm 91.
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Twitter2025-05-0306 minDaily Strength: A 365-Day Devotional for MenMay 2 - When God Seems Far AwayWe hope you enjoy today’s Scripture reading and devotional aimed at equipping you for moral and spiritual transformation.
Today’s Bible reading is Psalm 88.
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Talking FlightEpisode 68: Captain Tad SantinoRetired Captain Tad Santino joins us on this episode of Talking Flight. He shares the story of his journey from being a gate agent for a regional airline to becomming a Captain for Alaska Airlines. Tad had many adventures along the way and tells us how hard work, solid relationships, and a positive attitude provided the fuel for a fantastic career. 2025-03-031h 16
Talking FlightEpisode 67: USAF Academy Cadet Jaylen PalmerWe're excited to have US Air Force Academy Cadet Jaylen Palmer on Talking Flight to share his journey to earning admission to the prestigious Service Academy. At just 20 years old, Jaylen is our youngest guest yet. His aviation career started early—before even graduating high school, he had already earned his Private Pilot’s License, Instrument Rating, and Commercial Pilot’s License. Jaylen’s story is a testament to what a motivated and focused young person can achieve, with the added support of an amazing family! If you are a student who is interest...2024-10-1848 min
Talking FlightEpisode 66: Podcaster and Corporate Pilot Captain Rick JonesMike Swanigan interviews Corporate Pilot and Podcaster Captain Rick Jones. Rick pilots a Dassault 7X jet for a private owner and is also the host of "The RMFJ Podcast", currently trending on Spotify and other podcast platforms. Rick was a guest on a previous episode of Talking Flight. If you missed it, check out episode 27, where we dive deep into the early days of his career. In today’s episode, Rick shares his journey toward his dream of flying for Alaska Airlines and the dedication it took to get there. However, the economic dow...2024-09-2353 min
The RMFJ Podcast#12 Captain Mike Swanigan. The Interview.Captain Mike Swanigan. Former Chief Pilot and Vice President of Flight Operations at Alaska Airlines. Host of the "Talking Flight" Podcast. Most importantly to me, he is a dear friend and mentor. 2024-07-1450 min
Talking FlightEpisode 65: Mr. Dexter Cox, Author of "Dancing With The Devil, Memoirs of a Pilot"Dexter Cox is the author of one of my favorite aviation books. Dancing with the Devil is a wild ride chronicling Dexter’s long career as a general aviation pilot. As a teenager entering the world of aviation, Dexter quickly realized the importance of learning from other people’s and his own mistakes. That mentality helped him to survive several close calls in the air and on the ground. We shared a few great stories from his book, but there is much more to discover within its pages.2024-06-301h 09
Talking FlightEpisode 64: Captain Michael RinehartRetired Alaska Airlines Captain Michael Rinehart is our guest on today's edition of Talking Flight. We have a great conversation about his childhood as an “Airline Brat,” including summers spent traveling with his dad, a Captain for Braniff International Airlines. Mike started college at UNLV on a golf scholarship but later transferred to Arizona State University to enroll in their aviation degree program. Michael shares his story of his rapid progression as a young pilot with Braniff Airlines, which unfortunately went out of business due to financial problems. After Braniff's collapse, Michael found a ne...2024-06-011h 07
Talking FlightEpisode 63: Captain Joe KohlerCaptain Joe Kohler is a former Naval Aviator who went to work for Northwest Airlines after leaving the U.S. Navy. Northwest Airlines later merged with Delta Airlines, where he finished his amazing flying career. We have a wide-ranging conversation with Joe where he tells us about Navy Aircraft Carrier Operations and his experiences as a commercial airline pilot flying both Boeing and Airbus Airliners.2024-04-281h 12
Talking FlightEpisode 62: US Army Chief Warrant Officer Ron Warren (retired)Welcome to Season 2 of Talking Flight. Our guest today is Chief Warrant Officer Ron Warren. He is a distinguished Army veteran with a career that has taken him from the Utah Army National Guard where he served as a Military Policeman, and later, he transferred to the Regular Army where he became a Dog Handler. Ron and his dog were later assigned to a Special Forces team performing combat operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. The team was transported and protected by superbly skilled and battle-hardened Army helicopter crews. Ron was impressed by...2024-03-111h 00
The Biggest StoryA New Podcast for Kids Coming June 7Journey through God’s word as a family—from Genesis to Revelation—with The Biggest Story Podcast—a brand-new podcast from Crossway!Every Wednesday starting June 7, join us as we walk through a new Bible story adapted from Kevin DeYoung’s bestselling book The Biggest Story Bible Storybook. Each episode also includes teaching content designed to help kids go deeper in their understanding adapted from The Biggest Story Curriculum. During each 10–15 minute episode, kids will encounter each Bible story through the voice of Mike Reeves, learn how every story connects to the gospel of Jesus Christ, recite weekly memor...2023-05-3103 min
Talking FlightAlaska Airlines Captain Gary EllingtonCaptain Gary "Duke" Ellington is a veteran Captain for Alaska Airlines. Gary went from being a high school football player to a pilot for the US Navy. After the Navy, Gary was hired by Alaska Airlines and has been there for over 20 years. Duke describes how he overcame some of his college and Naval Flight Training struggles. Captain Ellington is the recipient of the prestigious Alaska Airlines Legend Award in recognition of his exceptional service to his passengers and his fellow employees. 2023-05-2556 min
Talking FlightEpisode 60. Mr. Paul Salerno, CEO of OmniSMSPaul Salerno and his brother Bruce started SalAir, a cargo airline in 1980 that served the salmon industry in Alaska. The company grew into to regional cargo airline that provided feeder air service to the major cargo airlines during the 1980s and 1990s. They began by building a fleet of the iconic DC-3 aircraft and later added several Convair 440s to the airline. Mr. Salerno served as the airline's owner and chief pilot, and they went 15 years without a major accident. Unfortunately, in 1995 the carrier had three major accidents that resulted in four fatalities. After the tragic losses a...2022-12-0157 min
Talking FlightFrontier Airlines Captain Michael PittmanMichael Pittman is a Captain for Frontier Airlines. He is presently serving the company as a Line Check Airman and he lives in Mesa, Arizona. Captain Pittman graduated from Arizona State University with a degree in Aviation Management, where he also obtained all of his flight ratings as part of his college education. Michael's first job as a high school student was being a baseball umpire. At the time, He had no idea that the skills that he learned running an officiating crew would later be helpful in his aviation career. Captain Pittman...2022-06-301h 17
(EA) Eternal Affairs TRUTH Radio'Return of Q and More' on We Are The News Now w/Dan Hennen ~ EA Truth RadioWe Are The News Now w/Dan Hennen on EA Truth Radio: Swanigan - Schiff - Q Anon - Stephan Eimer - Kash PatelThis is Dan's LIVE Show Tuesday, June 28, 2022. Thank you for tuning in & showing your support! Our Hosts' viewpoints don't always reflect what EA TRUTH Media believes as a whole!Please join us chatting on social media about our shows using hashtag #EATruthRadioUse Promo Code: ETERNAL at MyPillow.com/eternal Checkout F...2022-06-2934 min
Talking FlightCaptain Mike BaumgartnerWe sit down with my long-time friend, Captain Mike Baumgartner. We met as classmates while attending Alaska Airlines 737-200 initial training in 1984. Captain Baumgartner's dream of becoming a pilot began when he was a young child traveling from Seattle to Switzerland to visit his grandparents. Mike used hard work to achieve his dream of becoming an airline pilot. He tells us about flying the DC3 and making landings and take-offs on several beaches in Alaska to haul loads of fish to market. Captain Mike flew his last flight for Alaska on...2022-06-061h 09
Talking FlightMr. Ross Belfiore, Aviation Maintenance InstructorRoss Belfiore is a 20-year veteran Aircraft Maintenance Technician at Alaska Airlines. He tells us what it takes to earn the proper FAA credentials to enter the Aircraft Maintenance Field and how he was able to achieve early seniority at Alaska Airlines. Whenever I had a maintenance problem in San Francisco, Ross was often the Technician who responded to fix the problem. If Ross says that your jet is fixed and ready to fly, you know that one of the best people in the business has solved your problem.2022-03-0536 min
Talking FlightEpisode 55: Flight to RussiaCaptain Mike Swanigan tells us the story of the most memorable trip of his career. In June of 1991, Alaska Airlines started service from Anchorage, Alaska to the former USSR (Russia) flying a specially-equipped Boeing 727-200. Mike was selected to be on the crew of the inaugural flight, and he learned that flying in the former Soviet Union (Russia) presented some unique challenges.2022-02-191h 02
Talking FlightEpisode 55: Alaska Airlines First Officer Chazmin PetersChazmin "Chaz" Peters joins us on the podcast to tell about her transformation from a very shy little girl in elementary school to her present status as an experienced Airline Pilot. We recorded this interview just a couple of days before Chaz gave birth to her first child, a beautiful baby girl. 2022-02-0758 min
Talking FlightCaptain David Glick is interviewed by Mike SwaniganCaptain David Glick is one of the most respected Pilots at Alaska Airlines. David tells us about the mindset it took for him to earn an Engineering Degree and graduate from USAF Pilot Training (UPT) near the top of his class. Our listeners will enjoy the positivity that Captain Glick brings to work every day as he flies to the many destinations served by Alaska Airlines. He also served in the Alaska Air National Guard, where he flew into the war zones of Afghanistan and Iraq. David has a passion for...2021-12-2953 min
Talking FlightEpisode 53: Captain Kisa WileyCaptain Kisa Wiley is the Chief Pilot at the Seattle Base of Horizon Air. Horizon Air is a subsidiary of the Alaska Air Group, and the airline coordinates its schedules and traffic feed with Alaska Airlines. Captain Wiley is a third-generation pilot. Her Dad, retired Captain Jim Wiley, had a long career with Alaska Airlines. Her Grandfather, the Late Colonel Jim Wiley, was a Tuskegee Airman who flew combat missions in Europe during World War 2. Kisa had no interest in becoming a pilot until she was in college. Then, one day, her younger...2021-09-0242 min
Talking FlightPilot Hiring BoardsGetting hired by a Major or Regional Airline is often a difficult and drawn-out process. The most intimidating part is facing a Pilot Hiring Board (Sometimes called a Captains Board). Mike Swanigan asked Captains Mike Dibello, George Boslinski, and Michael Hendrix to join this episode to discuss the pilot hiring process. If you are aspiring to be a Major or Regional Airline Pilot, there is a lot of helpful information on this program.2021-07-271h 06
Talking FlightAlaska Airlines Captain Millison "Mill" FamblesAlaska Airlines Captain Millison Fambles joins us on this episode of Talking Flight. Millison is from Longview, Texas and he was awarded a college scholarship from the Lady Bird Johnson Foundation. Lady Bird was the wife of President Lyndon Johnson, and she served as First Lady of the United States from 1963 unit January of 1969. When her Foundation awarded this scholarship to Millison, they had no idea that Mill would ultimately step up and mentor hundreds of inner-city children, and change their lives forever. Captain Fambles had to endure a period of racial discrimination...2021-06-221h 00
The Sports U PodcastEpisode 50: Mark Cuban Calls Rondo Out! Mike Evans Is A HOF, Draymond Green Gets Cursed Out?!1:30 Play In Game Results, & For The First Time Ever Chris Paul & Lebron James Will play each other in the playoffs 9:10 Mike Evans Has Done A Lot With His 7 Year Career, Is He a HOF? 14:43 Draymond Gets Cursed Out... Who Is In The Wrong Here? 19:30 Damian Lillard continues To Be More Than Just An Athlete, Caleb Swanigan brings mental and physical health awareness. 25:20 Facundo Campazzo Is Going To Be a Fun Player To Watch In the Playoffs 28:35 Alex Carushow's recent production in Play-in & What Lebron Has To Say About It 33:53 Mark Cuban Says That He Hopes Rajon Rondo, "Shoots A...2021-05-2140 min
Talking FlightRetired Alaska Airlines Captain David "D.R." SmithCaptain David “D.R.” Smith is the second guest on our podcast named David Smith. There were two pilots named David Smith at Alaska Airlines, so we called this particular David Smith “D.R.” to minimize the confusion of which David Smith that we were referring to. David “D.R.,” tells us about growing up in a small town in West Texas and that some of his earliest memories were about his dream of becoming a pilot. The dream was solidified when a small plane landed on the family farm, and the pilot asked for enough gas to continue...2021-04-241h 09
Talking FlightAlaska Airlines Captain Blake GibsonThis is one of my favorite Talking Flight Episodes. It was released in 2013, but it was lost due to storage problems on my podcast platform. We are thrilled to rerelease it to share with our listeners who may not have heard it. Blake is one of the most respected pilots at Alaska Airlines. He is a Check Airman and an FAA Aircrew Program Designee. He tells how he achieved his childhood dream of becoming an Airline Pilot. This a great story, and I hope you enjoy it!2021-04-091h 08
Talking FlightBrief Message to Talking Flight ListenersMike Swanigan is looking for guests from Europe to be on a future Talking Flight Podcast.2021-03-1201 min
Talking FlightRetired Alaska Airlines Captain Michael DiBelloTalking Flight is proud to present this interview with Retired Alaska Airlines Captain Michael (Dibs) Dibello. Mike is a former Navy Squadron Commander, and he later served as the Boeing 737 Fleet Captain at Alaska Airlines. His first exposure to aviation came when his father took him to Boston's Logan International Airport to watch airplanes take off and land. High School and College did not come easy for him, but after some Navy ROTC advisors' counseling, he improved his study habits and got his degree in Aeronautical Engineering. He was accepted into US Navy Flight Training...2021-02-121h 09
Talking FlightRetired Alaska Airlines Captain David J. SmithOur guest on this episode is Retired Alaska Airlines Captain David J. Smith. I first met David Back in 1983, when he began training as a newly hired pilot at Alaska Airlines. That meeting resulted in David becoming my longtime friend. David has an interesting story about our first meeting, which I will neither confirm or deny. David was one of the small numbers of civilian pilots who were able to break into the airlines back in the late 1970s. At that time, more than 70 percent of the pilots hired by US Airlines had a Military...2020-12-031h 01
Talking FlightCaptain Michael Hendrix returns to Talking FlightCaptain Michael Hendrix joins us on this edition of Talking Flight. He was our very first guest when we started the podcast. At the time, he was a First Officer at Alaska Airlines. He subsequently upgraded to Captain on the Boeing 737 and he retired in January of 2020. Michael made the decision to become an airline pilot at age of 40. At the time, people advised him that he was too old to be successful in getting hired by a major airline. Fortunately, he decided to go for it anyway. Captain Hendrix tells us about the various...2020-11-141h 17
Talking FlightCaptain Michael Hendricks Returns to Talking FlightCaptain Michael Hendricks joins us on this edition of Talking Flight. He was our very first guest when we started the podcast. At the time, he was a First Officer at Alaska Airlines. He subsequently upgraded to Captain on the Boeing 737 and he retired in January of 2020. Michael made the decision to become an airline pilot at age of 40. At the time, people advised him that he was too old to be successful in getting hired by a major airline. Fortunately, he decided to go for it anyway. Captain Hendricks tells us...2020-11-141h 17
Talking FlightAir Wisconsin First Officer Hunter BevisOur guest today is Air Wisconsin First Officer Hunter Bevis. Hunter is the son of one of our previous guests, Mr. Bob Bonkukian, former Director of Flight Control at Alaska Airlines. Even though he grew up in an airline family, Hunter did not start his flight training until age 35. Before flying, Hunter was a US Army officer, and he tells us how his service as a Tank Commander later helped him as he transitioned into the world of aviation. Hunter is the host of the podcast Time In Flight. 2020-06-171h 16
Pelican Bay UNLOCKED » Pelican Bay UNLOCKEDPelican Bay UNLOCKED – Episode 2: Outside InWe started this episode back in March, then, well, you know…but while COVID ONE NINE might have locked everything down, it only caused a pause in the production of UNLOCKED. In Episode 2, B Yard’s Mike Swanigan, with an assist … Continue reading →2020-05-2200 min
Talking FlightMr. Stefan Holt, WNBC Anchor and Private PilotStefan Holt is one of the News Anchors at WNBC Television in New York City. He is also a Private Pilot with an Instrument Rating. Stefan tells us about his lifelong interest in aviation, and how he worked as a busboy in New York City to earn money for his flying lessons. His experience as a pilot has helped him in his televisions news career to report on aviation stories with a higher level of insight and accuracy.2020-04-1653 min
Talking FlightAlaska Airlines Captain Elliot WilsonOur guest on this show is my long time friend, Alaska Airlines Captain Elliot Wilson. I have known Elliot since he was a young child, and he has always had the goal of flying jets for Alaska Airlines. His father was a close friend of mine, and sadly, he passed away several years ago. Elliot tells us about growing up with his Dad and about his journey to becoming a successful Airline Captain.2020-02-061h 14
Talking FlightMr. Tom Clark, General Aviation PilotMike sits down with his long time friend, Tom Clark, to talk about his passion for flying airplanes. Tom has had an amazing broadcast career and he is presently working as the Film Commissioner for the State of South Carolina. He has a Commercial Pilot Certificate and a Certified Flight Instructor License. Tom does a lot of flying and he instructs pilots on how to fly vintage "Tail Dragger" airplanes.2020-02-0251 min
The Baseline NBA PodcastEpsiode 410: Brian Sampson tells NaySayers Buck You| We Talking all That Jazz...AgainBrian Sampson from , Bucks Film Room (@BucksFilmRoom), joins us to air out any doubt about The Milwaukee Bucks who are on pace for 70 wins and despite having the reigning MVP, in Giannis Antetokounmpo, the conversation on them is almost mute. How have they improved their roster to be the runaway favorites in the East at the midway point of the season? It's time to take note of what the Utah Jazz are doing as they've been the best team in the West since the start of the new year. Mike Conley is back but is it problematic that...2020-01-201h 00
Talking FlightRetired Alaska Airlines Captain Mike SwaniganMike Swanigan is his own guest on Talking Flight. His longtime friend, Tom Clark, interviews him on this podcast. Tom is a veteran broadcaster and he is the voice on the intro to Talking Flight. He is presently serving as the Commissioner of the South Carolina Film Commission. Mike tells us how his aviation dream was almost derailed when he was a 16-year-old High School Student, and how he overcame many obstacles in his quest to become an airline pilot.2019-12-311h 49
Talking FlightAlaska Airlines Captain Kevin Kay is interviewed by Mike SwaniganCaptain Kevin Kay is the first former Fighter Pilot to join us on Talking Flight. Kevin took an unusual path to become a USAF pilot. He was accepted to Air Force Undergraduate Pilot Training (UPT) after applying through the Air National Guard. Kevin tells us about how he built a network of connections at Air National Guard units around the country to help him figure out what it took to be selected for the program. This is a great story about how hard work and perseverance helped Kevin to Achieve his dream job o...2019-11-071h 16
Talking FlightEpisode 40: Beth Ruggiero York Author of Flying Alone, a memoirWe sit down with writer Beth Ruggiero York and talk about her new book Flying Alone, a memoir. Beth's aviation journey begins in the mid-1980s when she started taking flying lessons and started a job as a line person at the local airport. Her book takes us on a wild ride that shows the exhilaration of flying airplanes and the dangers of having to work for a few unscrupulous aviation companies. Beth shares her story with a striking level of honesty. She was not afraid to write about some of the flying mi...2019-09-301h 06
Talking FlightEpisode 39: Alaska Airlines Captain Ron LimesToday's episode is an interview with Alaska Airlines Captain Ron Limes. He is one of the two Chief Pilots at the Seattle Pilot Base. Captain Lines shares his story about growing up in New York City, and how his 5th grade teacher got him interested in flying airplanes. It was his High School Guidance Counselor who told him how to get his aviation dreams off of the ground. Captain Limes also had a brilliant career in the USAF Reserves, ultimately commanding a C-17 squadron.2019-08-2957 min
Talking FlightEpisode 38: Nigel Sargent, Alaska Airlines Director/Flight SimulationMr. Nigel Sargent is the Director/Flight Simulation at Alaska Airlines. He is considered to be one of the foremost experts in the field of Flight Simulation. Mr. Sargent grew up in England and worked on Simulators all over the world before joining Alaska Airlines. He started his career right after high school when he landed an intern position with the British company, Redifon. The company later changed its name to Rediffusion Flight Simulators. Nigel tells us about his career and the exciting changes happening in the world of Simulators.2019-07-251h 04
Talking FlightRetired Alaska Captain Phil PopeCaptain Phil Pope joined Alaska Airlines in 1964. He started in Ground Operations and worked his way into becoming a Flight Engineer on the Lockheed Super Constellation. He later flew the Lockheed C-130, the Boeing 727 and the Boeing 737. Phil tells us about his part in helping to build Alaska Airlines into the Major Carrier that it is today.2019-06-1056 min
Talking FlightVoice Blog 2: Do NextCaptain Mike Swanigan talks about how he helped his Niece get through a stressful day. He would sometimes use the same strategy near the end of a long day of flying.2019-04-1807 min
Talking FlightEpisode 36: Mike Swanigan interviews Alasska Airlines CEO Brad TildenWe sit down for a long-form conversation with Mr. Brad Tilden, CEO of Alaska Airlines. Brad tells us about his life journey that eventually lead to him to become the Chief Executive Officer at Alaska Airlines. We learn about how Brad approaches leadership, and how his late Father still has a profound influence on how he solves problems that come up at the airline. Brad shares some excellent advice on how to be successful in business and life.2019-04-0559 min
Talking FlightEpisode 7: Captain Phil ParrishCaptain Phil Parrish tells us about his amazing journey to become Captain for Alaska Airlines. (Previously released in 2014).2019-03-201h 06
Talking FlightAlaska Airlines Seattle Base Chief Pilot Captain Dave MetsCaptain David Mets is presently one of the two Seattle Base Chief Pilots for Alaska Airlines. David tells us about his career as a USAF Pilot and about his transition to a Pilot career at Alaska Airlines. We also learn that he had a three-year stint serving as Rocket Scientist at Cape Canaveral. Several events that initially appeared to be disappointments, turned out to be some wonderful opportunities for Captain Mets and his family.2019-03-121h 16
Time in FlightMike Swanigan-Alaska Airlines Captain, RetiredIn this episode, Captain Mike Swanigan describes his entry into to flight training and how he began his amazing career at Alaska Airlines. Mike discusses the challenges of not only having a challenging first solo course, but also with his not-so-straight-forward entry into Air Force flight training. He talks about how he was able to achieve his goals by not giving up and building relationships within the aviation community. Mike also discusses the lessons he learned from his pilot mentors, as well as the lessons he was able to pass on those the trained. He reflects on the ‘day he...2019-03-091h 25
Talking FlightMike Swanigan Voice Blog 1: Tire RotationThis is this first in a series of short Voice Blogs from Mike Swanigan. Don't worry, we will still feature our usual long-form interviews. This is an added feature to our Talking Flight Podcasts. A lot of people gave me some great advice during my career. I am trying to pay it forward by recording these Voice Blogs. If it helps just one person, it will be well worth the effort. If you find any of this to be helpful, please pass it on. Be Excellent to Each other 2019-02-2205 min
Talking FlightEpisode 34: Horizon Air Captain Kevin NigburCaptain Kevin Nigbur is the first Horizon Air Pilot to appear on Talking Flight. He is currently flying the Embraer 175 Regional Jet on Horizon's route system. Kevin earned an Aviation Degree in College, but he had to put his flying dreams on the back burner when he was needed in his family business. Captain Nigbur tells us the amazing story of how he restarted his flying career after the age of 40. 2019-02-181h 08
The Underdog NBA ShowEmergency Pod: Trade Deadline ReactionsZandrick and Tyler discuss a wild trade deadline day. Take a look below for time stamps on specific deals. Email the show ZandrickEllision@gmail.com
3:00 Memphis sends Marc Gasol to Toronto
7:15 New Orleans sends Nikola Mirotic to the Bucks
14:50 Phiadelphia sends Markelle Fultz to Orlando
20:20 Houston sends James Ennis to Philly
23:40 Washington sends Otto Porter to Chicago
23:40 Washington sends Markieff Morris to NOP
30:45 Toronto sends Greg Monroe to Brooklyn
30:57 Miami sends Tyler Johnson and Wayne Ellington (BOUGHT OUT) to PHX
31:05 Toronto sends Malachai Richardson (WAIVED) to Philadelphia
32:45 Houston sends Brandin Knight, Marquess Chris to Cleveland -- Cleveland sends Alec Burks...2019-02-081h 00
Talking FlightEpisode 33: Ms. Trish Barney, Duty Manager Pilot SchedulingOne of the most complex pieces of running an airline is making sure that that qualified and rested pilots are available to fly the airplanes. We rarely hear about the men and women who are behind the scenes working to make sure that your flight is flown by a crew of qualified and rested pilots. On this episode, we sit down with Ms. Trish Barney. She is the Duty Manager Pilot Scheduling for Alaska Airlines. Trish tells us the background story of how she got into the pilot scheduling world and she gives a...2019-01-091h 12
Talking FlightEpisode 32: Captain James 'JP" WilsonOur Guest today is Alaska Airlines Captain JP Wilson. He flies the Boeing 737 out of Alaska's Portland Oregon pilot crew base. In addition to his Captain duties at Alaska Airlines, JP is now the Manager of Pilot Development at Alaska's sister airline, Horizon Air. He works with Colleges and Flight Schools on developing the next generation of airline pilots for Alaska and Horizon. JP tells us the story of how followed his dream to become a pilot for a major airline. He also shares a few suggestions for aspiring pilots to improve their chances of be...2018-10-151h 30
Talking FlightEpisode 31: Retired Alaska Airlines Captain Tom CrankCaptain Tom Crank tells us about his life as a Military and Commercial Aviator. Tom tells us about his struggles at the USAF Academy, and how he unexpectedly became an Air Force Pilot. Captain Crank began his airline career at Eastern Airlines, and he flew the Boeing 727 until the airline started to fail as a result of financial difficulties. After Eastern Airlines, Tom headed west and went to work for Alaska Airlines. Tom also tells us how he handled some leadership challenges that he had as a Captain. Tom's...2018-08-181h 30
Talking FlightEpisode 30: Doctor Larry Greenblatt, Senior Aviation Medical ExaminerOne of the most feared aspects of being a pilot is the requirement to pass an FAA Physical exam to keep your license active. Doc Greenblatt is a Senior FAA Aeromedical Examiner, and he has conducted thousands of medical exams on pilots. He has a successful Family and Sports Medicine practice in Bellevue Washington. A family tragedy changed his life forever, and his path to becoming a Physician was not always easy. But he never gave up, and he has been a vital source of support for his patients. We discuss the FAA medi...2018-08-0153 min
Talking FlightEPISODE 29: Alaska Airlines Flight Attendant Mary KesselringAlaska Airlines Flight Attendant Mary Kesselring joins Captain Mike Swanigan to tell our audience about her 34-year career with the Airline. Mary grew up in an Airline family. Her dad was a Veteran Captain and Check Airman for United Airlines. He Mom was a former "Stewardess" (that is what they were called at the time) for United. When she was in College, the realization came that she was about to reach the age where she would lose the travel benefits from her Dad's employment at United Airlines. Mary decided to solve that problem by entering...2018-07-3056 min
Talking FlightEpisode 28: Captain Debbie WaingrowWe sat down with Captain Debbie Waingrow two days before her retirement flight at Alaska Airlines. Captain Waingrow made history at Alaska Airlines by becoming the first Woman to be selected as a Check Captain to train, evaluate, and certify her fellow pilots. Debbie comes from a family with deep roots in aviation. As a child, she was always at the airport hanging around with her cousin, Jill Richardson, who also later became an Alaska Airlines Captain. They spent a lot of time riding horses near the airport and hanging around their family's aviation business...2018-05-311h 16
Talking FlightEpisode 27: Captain Rick Jones, Corporate PilotCaptain Rick Jones is the first Corporate Pilot to appear on Talking Flight. I first met Rick when I was working as a Flight Engineer Instructor for Alaska Airlines. We were in Vancouver, British Columbia, and we were using the B727 Flight simulator at Canadian Pacific Airlines. My good friend, Captain Dick Jones was the Captain Instructor, and he brought his 12 year old son, Rick, along to watch us at work training flight crews. We became very good friends, and I began to mentor Rick towards a career as a professional pilot. Rick tells us a...2018-02-191h 17
Talking FlightEpisode 26: American Airlines Captain Greg Jones Our Guest today is Retired American Airlines Captain Greg Jones. He is the first pilot from American Airlines to join us on Talking Flight. Greg's interest in aviation began when he flew with his family on a Martin 404 from Ohio to New Jersey when he was just 5 years old. His fascination with airplanes continued when he began building and flying model airplanes as a teenager. When he was in High School, he joined the Civil Air Patrol Cadet Program, and learned more about airplanes, navigation, and aviation weather. After graduating from The Ohio Sta...2018-02-021h 27
Talking FlightEpisode 25: Retired Alaska Airlines Captain Barry CopelandToday we are visiting with my longtime friend, Captain Barry Copeland. Barry and I were hired into the same Alaska Airlines Pilot Class in April of 1980. It was the beginning of a long friendship as we both progressed through our careers. We learn how Barry started his work life as a Electronics Salesman in Southern California after graduating from The University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA) with a degree in Asian Studies and Business. Barry became interested in Aviation during his transition from High School to College. During his time working in...2017-12-151h 13
Talking FlightCaptain Mike Swanigan interviews Private Pilot Alberto ArroyoToday's program is an interview with Alberto Arroyo. He is a Senior Program manager for Microsoft and has had a long and distinguished career in the Software Business. A couple of years ago, Alberto was inspired to persue his Private Pilot's license. Most people begin their flight training in a basic airplane like a Cessna 152. But he fell in love with the Cirrus SR20 and decided that he would start his training in that airplane. The SR20 is a high performance single engine airplane with a very sophisticated glass cockpit display. When Alberto told me...2017-08-2936 min
Screen The Screener College Basketball PodcastDraft Jake Wiley and Eat WubbachickenMike Randle @FtsyWarriorMike and Gus Kearns @Ckearns12 analyze the players who finalize their decision to stay in the NBA Draft or return to college!
Biggie Swanigan…it’s been a pleasure watching you play
Better team: Purdue or Michigan?
D.J. Wilson: Should he have come back?
Frank Jackson? See you in China
Devin Robinson stays in the draft
The Tony Bradley Debate
The wonderful story of Jake Wiley of Eastern Washington
Celebrating the return of Trevon Bluiett, Mortiz Wagner, Johnathan Williams, Justin Jackson, Thomas Welsh, Aaron Holiday
Follow us @STheSPodcast on Twitter. Rate and subscribe on Itunes, Stitcher, and TuneIn Rad...2017-05-2859 min
Screen The Screener Basketball PodcastDraft Jake Wiley and Eat WubbachickenMike Randle @FtsyWarriorMike and Gus Kearns @Ckearns12 analyze the players who finalize their decision to stay in the NBA Draft or return to college!Biggie Swanigan…it’s been a pleasure watching you playBetter team: Purdue or Michigan?D.J. Wilson: Should he have come back?Frank Jackson? See you in ChinaDevin Robinson stays in the draftThe Tony Bradley DebateThe wonderful story of Jake Wiley of Eastern WashingtonCelebrating the return of Trevon Bluiett, Mortiz Wagner, Johnathan Williams, Justin Jackson, Thomas W...2017-05-2858 minScreen The Screener College Basketball PodcastDe'Aaron Fox Loves PinochleMike Randle @FtsyWarriorMike and Gus Kearns @Ckearns12 react to the NBA Draft Lottery and predict the first eight picks!
The Lonzo Ball effect in Los Angeles
How good can De’Aaron Fox be?
Mike and Gus project the top 8 picks
Picking Donovan Mitchell is a big mistake
Should they stay in the draft or comeback? Caleb Swanigan, Tony Bradley, Rawle Alkins, Deng Adel
Hamidou Diallo: College or NBA?
Trevon Bluiett: Ride tournament momentum?
Follow us @STheSPodcast on Twitter. Rate and subscribe on Itunes, Stitcher, and TuneIn Radio!
Listen to short clips from the podcast on you tube at: https://www.youtube...2017-05-221h 06Screen The Screener Basketball PodcastDe'Aaron Fox Loves PinochleMike Randle @FtsyWarriorMike and Gus Kearns @Ckearns12 react to the NBA Draft Lottery and predict the first eight picks!The Lonzo Ball effect in Los AngelesHow good can De’Aaron Fox be?Mike and Gus project the top 8 picksPicking Donovan Mitchell is a big mistakeShould they stay in the draft or comeback? Caleb Swanigan, Tony Bradley, Rawle Alkins, Deng AdelHamidou Diallo: College or NBA?Trevon Bluiett: Ride tournament momentum? Follow us @STheSPodcast on Twitter. Rate and subscribe on Itunes...2017-05-221h 05Screen The Screener Basketball PodcastCaleb Swanigan vs. The Jiangsu Monkey KingMike Randle @FtsyWarriorMike and Gus Kearns @Ckearns12 are back and get you ready for the NBA Draft! 1:20 Mike refuses to acknowledge Jonathan Issac...just like the Titanic3:00 @JeremyWoo and @Sam_Vecenie destroyed Mike Randle 8:00 Zach Collins: Good Pro or Bad Pro?14:33 Justin Patton: Good Pro or Bad Pro?19:50 Caleb Swanigan: Will be sign with an agent?25:00 Gus and Mike lament the Milwaukee Bucks loss to Toronto30:22 180 plus underclassmen in the NBA Draft30:45 Gus worries about Nigel Williams-Goss Follow us @STheSPodcast on Twitter. ...2017-05-0544 minScreen The Screener College Basketball PodcastCaleb Swanigan vs. The Jiangsu Monkey KingMike Randle @FtsyWarriorMike and Gus Kearns @Ckearns12 are back and get you ready for the NBA Draft!
1:20 Mike refuses to acknowledge Jonathan Issac...just like the Titanic
3:00 @JeremyWoo and @Sam_Vecenie destroyed Mike Randle
8:00 Zach Collins: Good Pro or Bad Pro?
14:33 Justin Patton: Good Pro or Bad Pro?
19:50 Caleb Swanigan: Will be sign with an agent?
25:00 Gus and Mike lament the Milwaukee Bucks loss to Toronto
30:22 180 plus underclassmen in the NBA Draft
30:45 Gus worries about Nigel Williams-Goss
Follow us @STheSPodcast on Twitter. Rate and subscribe on Itunes, Stitcher, and TuneIn Radio!
Listen to short clips from the podcast on you tube at: http...2017-05-0545 min
Talking FlightEpisode 23: Captain David Crawley, MDOur guest today is Retired Alaska Airlines Captain David Crawley, MD. David folllowed his mother's advice and spent years in school preparing to be a Doctor. He finished school and started his working career as a Medical Doctor, practicing Emergency Medicine and Aeromedical Medicine. But a childhood adventure had a profound effect on David. A visit to his Grandmother's house planted a dream that would not go away. Grandma's neighbor, Braniff Airlines Captain Warren Larsen invited David to join him when he went out to the airport to clean the plane that he had flown the...2017-04-081h 40Screen The Screener College Basketball PodcastRefreshed & Replenished for the Sweet 16!Mike Randle @FtsyWarriorMike and Gus Kearns @ckearns12 give 16 points to consider for the great Sweet 16 matchups this weekend!
2:40 Sweet 16 Topic #1: #3 UCLA vs. #2 Kentucky
7:15 Sweet 16 Topic #2: #4 Butler vs. #1 UNC
11:15 Sweet 16 Topic #3: #7 Michigan vs. #3 Oregon
14:40 Sweet 16 Topic #4: Oregon…can they make a Final Four?
16:30 Sweet 16 Topic #5: Will the off the court drama catch up with Kansas?
19:41 Sweet 15 Topic #6: Who is the National Player of the Year? Hart? Swanigan? Mason?
22:15 Sweet 16 Topic #7: #11 Xavier vs. #2 Arizona
26:00 Sweet 16 Topic #8: #4 West Virginia vs. #1 Gonzaga
30:30 Sweet 16 Topic #9: #7 South Carolina vs. #3 Baylor
33:10 Sweet 16 Topic #10: #3 Baylor Bears…Final Four?
35:20 Sweet 16 Topic #1: #4 Florida…expected or surprising?
35:15 Sweet 16 Topic #12: #8 Wisconsin thoughts
42:00 Sweet 16 Topic #13: Nigel Hayes w...2017-03-231h 23Screen The Screener Basketball PodcastRefreshed & Replenished for the Sweet 16!Mike Randle @FtsyWarriorMike and Gus Kearns @ckearns12 give 16 points to consider for the great Sweet 16 matchups this weekend! 2:40 Sweet 16 Topic #1: #3 UCLA vs. #2 Kentucky7:15 Sweet 16 Topic #2: #4 Butler vs. #1 UNC11:15 Sweet 16 Topic #3: #7 Michigan vs. #3 Oregon14:40 Sweet 16 Topic #4: Oregon…can they make a Final Four?16:30 Sweet 16 Topic #5: Will the off the court drama catch up with Kansas? 19:41 Sweet 15 Topic #6: Who is the National Player of the Year? Hart? Swanigan? Mason?22:15 Sweet 16 Topic #7: #11 Xavier vs. #2 Arizona26:00 Sweet 16 Topic #8: #4 West Virginia vs. #1 Gonzaga30:30 Sweet 16 Topic #9: #7 South Carolina vs. #3 Baylor 2017-03-231h 22
3 Sports GunsBrushback Pitches Episode 101With Purdue kicking off conference play we start with the Boilers after an overtime loss at home to Minnesota. Also, what do Caleb Swanigan's 30/20 games mean against sub par competition. What do we make of the Big Ten with Michigan State getting off to a slow start and Nebraska getting road wins at Indiana and Maryland. Pops throws in a Purdue football update with Jeff Brohm doing some recruiting work and getting some 4 star players to flip. We jump into the the football playoff games with the New Year six bowls that haven't happened yet. USC and Penn State features...2017-03-231h 10
Talking FlightEpisode 22: Mr Tom Lynch, Aircraft Dispatcher for Alaska AirlinesOne of the best kept secrets in the Airline Industry is the Aircraft Dispatcher career field. These are the men and women who do the preliminary work of planning your next airline flight. They go to work hours before flight time analyzing the factors that will lead to a safe and comfortable flight. The FAA requires that the Dispatcher and the Captain agree that a flight can be operated safely and conform to Federal Air Regulations. Both the Captain and the Dispatcher must certify that they are in agreement with the plan before the flight can depart.2017-02-051h 06
Talking FlightEpisode 20: Captain John SteinnesJohn Steinnes almost flunked out of The University of Washington. His Dad was very worried. He encouraged John to enroll in the Air Force ROTC program that was offered by the University. He was hoping that the ROTC program would motivate John to do better in his studies. It turns out that Father knows best, and John turned his performance around and began to excel. After graduation from college, John entered the USAF and went to Air Force Pilot Training at Randolph AFB near San Antonio, Texas. He worked his way up the ranks, and later became t...2017-01-3055 minScreen The Screener College Basketball PodcastGus Is Doc HollidayMike Randle @FtsyWarriorMike learns what happens when he picks against a Gus Kearns @Ckearns12 “Fishy Line.” A new avatar has arrived! Mike and Gus bring two solo podcasts together to dive deep into the college basketball action!
1:00 Mike is Johnny Ringo….Gus is Doc Holliday
5:30 Strike One: UVA wins at ND
9:25 Strike Two: Purdue wins at Michigan State
14:15 Strike Three: West Virginia to baffles Mike Randle
20:45 Gus Enjoys His Avatar Win
22:05 News & Notes From the Hardwood
22:10 #FishyLines
23:55 Welcome Back Miles Bridges and Caleb Swanigan is BIG10 POY
25:50 Gus breaks down Kansas-West Virginia
28:10 #23 South Carolina drops Auburn
29:30 Louisville blasts Pittsburgh
30:50 Marquette upsets...2017-01-2748 minScreen The Screener Basketball PodcastGus Is Doc HollidayMike Randle @FtsyWarriorMike learns what happens when he picks against a Gus Kearns @Ckearns12 “Fishy Line.” A new avatar has arrived! Mike and Gus bring two solo podcasts together to dive deep into the college basketball action!1:00 Mike is Johnny Ringo….Gus is Doc Holliday5:30 Strike One: UVA wins at ND9:25 Strike Two: Purdue wins at Michigan State14:15 Strike Three: West Virginia to baffles Mike Randle20:45 Gus Enjoys His Avatar Win22:05 News & Notes From the Hardwood22:10 #FishyLines23:55 Welcome Back Miles Bridges and Caleb Swanigan is BIG10 POY 25:50 Gus breaks down Kansas...2017-01-2747 min
Talking FlightRetired American Airlines Vice President John McDonaldWe visit with Retired American Airlines Vice President/Corporate Communications John McDonald. His fascination with airplanes started when he was a boy spending summers with his family in Cape Cod. He hung around the airport watching airplanes come and go, while waiting for this father to return from business trips. John started his airline career as a Flight Attendant with TWA. After a few years on the line, he became a Flight Attendant Supervisor and ultimately worked his way into the TWA Corporate Communications Department. John served as as the TWA Corporate Spokesman during some o...2017-01-111h 13
Talking FlightEpisode 19: Alaska Airlines Captain Carlos Zendejas,Captain Mike Swanigan sits down with Captain Carlos Zendejas to talk about his life and his career. Carlos moved to the Untied States from Mexico with his family when he was a 5th grader. Spanish was his first language,but he found out by accident that he could speak and read english. Their new home was in the traffic pattern of Laughlin AFB Texas, and he was amazed by the T-37 jets flying over him. He decided then and there that he was going to figure out a way to fly them. In this podcast, Ca...2016-12-1559 min
Talking FlightEpisode 18: How to Get Through TrainingIt is just Captain Mike Swanigan on today's episode. He offers some training tips to help the beginning pilot. This Podcast is a close cousin to Ace Your Next Check Ride. That program was designed to help the advanced aviator get through military or airline training. This Podcast is designed to help newer pilots ease the learning process, and to advance through their beginning flight lessons at a faster rate. Mike's theory is that you can learn some of the hardest parts on the ground while "chair flying". We hope that our brnad new pilots...2016-11-2220 min
Talking FlightEpisode 17 Alaska Airlines Captain/USAF Colonel Garin TentschertOur guest on this Podcast is Garin Tentschert. He is the Seattle Base Chief Pilot for Alaska Airlines, and he is currently serving as a Colonel in the USAF Reserve. Garin shares his remarkable journey that started when he was a "Surfer Dude" in Southern California. He mistakenly enrolled in an Aviation class at San Diego State University. On the first day of school, he realized that the class was actually an Air Force ROTC course. He immediately knew that he was going to drop that class as soon as he could. But the Professor s...2016-09-231h 01
Talking FlightEpisode 16: Director Systems Operations Bob BonjukianBob Bonjukian joins us on Talking Flight and introduces our audience to the Airline Dispatcher and Flight Control Career Field. He just finished an amazing career at Alaska Airlines.
Bob dreamed of becoming a pilot when he was in High School, but life got in the way. So he found a workaround and entered the prestigious field of Airline Dispatching and later became one of the "Field Generals" who makes the critical minute to minute decisions to keep the Alaska Airlines operation running smoothly.
We learn about the behind the scenes efforts of our Dispatcher...2015-12-041h 00
Talking FlightAlaska Airlines Chief Pilot Captain John HornibrookCaptain Mike Swanigan visits with his boss, Alaska Airlines Chief Pilot, Captain John Hornibrook.
They have a great conversation about John's aviation journey, and what it takes to become a pilot for Alaska Airlines.
John shares his adventures as a young pilot flying for Great Lakes Aviation in the upper midwest of the USA. We learn about the people who mentored John, and we talk about the importance of relationships in aviation.
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Talking FlightTalking Flight Episode 14: Empire Airlines Captain Mark HoldenWe visit with Empire Airlines Captain Mark Holden. Mark is one of our regular listeners, and he reached out to us at www.talkingflight@gmail.com.
Mark graciously agreed to appear on this episode of Talking Flight and he is the very first Regional Pilot to appear on our program.
Mark talks about his early days flying as a Student Pilot at the Redmond Roberts Field in Redmond Oregon. He met the Airport Manager, Carrie Novick, and she encouraged him to persue his dream of becoming a Professional Aviator.
After getting his Private...2015-03-1051 minTalking FlightTalking Flight Episode 13: Captain James "Zip" TrowerCaptain James "Zip" Trower visits us at Talking Flight. Zip is a Retired Naval Officer and a Retired Alaska Airlines Captain.
My friendship with Zip goes back more than 30 years. He is an amazing leader with a wicked sense of humor!
In this Podcast, we talk to Zip about his Naval career. We learn about the rigorous training, and what it is like to land a jet on an Aircraft Carrier. Zip also tells us about his duties as a Landing Signal Officer (LSO), and what happens when you have a fake Admiral on your...2015-02-231h 11
Talking FlightTalking Flight Episode 12: Captain George BozlinskiAlaska Airlines Captain George Bozlinski joins us on this episode of Talking Flight. We have a great conversation about George's journey into a flying career and his adventures at Alaska Airlines.
Here are some of the things that we covered in this episode:
How he worked with a student pilot who had a fear of flying.
George's past life as a Mime.
His most embarrasing moment as a 727 Second Officer (Flight Engineer).
A retirement flight that went rogue, and how today's technology would prevent that from happening.
The life of a 727 First Officer (Copilot).
How the...2014-11-221h 12
Talking FlightEpisode 8: Alaska Arlines Flight Simulator Engineeer DeMarco BestCaptain Mike Swanigan interviews Alaska Airlines Flight Simulator Engineer DeMarco Best about his journey into the world of Flight Simulation. It all began on a 6th grade field trip to the JFK airport in New York.
Demarco tells us what he had to do to overcome his initial difficulties in getting through the challenging USAF training environment.
Later, they talk about the upcoming shortage of Simulator Engineers and Simulator Technicians.
"In Technology, you have to keep learning, or you will be left behind." DeMarco Best.2014-02-101h 12
Talking FlightAce Your Next Check Ride!Mike Swanigan gives some helpful advice on how to improve your performance on flight checks. Remember to Bug It, Brief It, Scan It, and Check It!
Contact us at talkingflight@gmail.com2013-08-1233 min
Talking FlightEpisode 4: Canadian Pilot and Aviation Television Producer John LovelaceMike goes up to Canada to spend time with John Lovelace. John has produced and hosted several aviation themed television programs, including "Wings over Canada", "The Aviators", and "West Coast Escapes TV". John is also the President of the Century Flight Club. Mike talks to John about his adventures as an aviator, and about the aviation television shows that he has created.
You can find more information about John at JohnLovelace.com and CrossCanadaflight.com
Contact us at TalkingFlight@gmail.com
Recorded April 18th 20132013-04-211h 12
Talking FlightEpisode 2: Alaska Airlines First Officer Latisha ShupertAlaska Airlines Captain Mike Swanigan interviews First Officer Latisha "Tish" Shupert. Tish shares the story of her journey from a college basketball court to the flight deck of an Alaska Airlines 737. Her motto is "Wish it, Dream it, Do it". Special thanks to Alaska Airlines Captain Phil Parrish for the opening theme. Note: This is a re-release with audio correction.2013-01-191h 01
Talking FlightEpisode 1: Interview with Alaska Airlines First Officer Michael HendrixMike Swanigan interviews Alaska Airlines First Officer Michael Hendrix on how he succeeded in starting his quest to be an airline pilot at age 38.2012-10-231h 21
Talking FlightTalking Flight PrequelAlaska Airlines Captain Mike Swanigan introduces his new aviation interview podcast: Talking Flight2012-10-2303 min