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The Bag TagIs Los Angeles Actually a Good Tourist City?đ Jet Lag & What Happens at Airport Chiliâs (01:26)Daylight Savings weekend went by a little too fast, because we lost an hour! Springing forward always gives us the same feeling as jet lag, at least for a little while. Plus, thereâs an airport Chiliâs that saw probably the most romantic gesture in its entire existence: a proposal! Thatâs right, thereâs a happy couple out there whose lives are forever changed after visiting that Chiliâs.â Would You Rather Be a TV or Movie Star? (10:52)If we were famous actors, would we...
2026-03-1049 minThe Bag TagGalveston, Texasđ´ó Ąó Śó ˇó Ąó ˛ó ż Which Countries Change Their Flags When at War? (01:25)If you didnât know, now you do! There are countries out there that change their flag to indicate when theyâre at war. Do you know how many, or which ones?đ Cyclone vs Hurricane vs Typhoon (05:20)There are many natural disasters, but of these three heavy hitters, which one sounds the coolest? Destruction aside, of course. We debate whether a cyclone, hurricane, or typhoon sounds the coolest when you hear it or see it in an action movie.đ¤ Galveston, Texas (08:45)As Wyatt heads to Galvesto...
2026-03-0342 minThe Bag TagSurvivor's Impact on Fiji's TourismđĽ Which Athlete [Draft] Is Going Home With Gold? (01:35)Weâre sad to say that the 2026 Winter Olympics are coming to a close. Before we begin mourning the post-Olympic era, weâre giving you an update on which team won this yearâs Athlete Draft. Spoiler: the scores werenât even close!đĽ Who Do We Think Will Win Survivor 50? (08:38)Survivor is the longest running reality TV series, and its 50th season is coming up! In honor of the premier this week, weâre taking a guess at who we think might walk away a winner at the...
2026-02-241h 00The Bag Tag2026 Olympics: Milan v CortinađŤ Olympic Tea is Best Served Hot (01:34)Itâs week 2 of the 2026 Winter Olympics and thereâs no shortage of stories, and tea, to discuss! From first-to-continent medals, to cheating, scams, injuries, disqualifications, plushies, and pasta noodles, if you can name it, it probably happened at the Olympic games! Plus, we give you an update on our athlete draft point status and whoâs currently in the lead.đ Would You Stay, Or Would You Go? (31:51)This weekâs seat pocket discussion is on-theme as we debate, if we were athletes who had concluded competing at t...
2026-02-171h 04The Bag Tag2026 Olympics: How Italy Won the BidOlympic Parade & Ski-Mo (01:54)As if we need more motivation to travel, the Olympic parade really gets the travel bug movingâŚyes, from just the athletes walking into the Opening Ceromonies. Like we said, it doesnât take us much. Ohhhh and, have you heard of Ski-Mo (aka Ski Mountaineering?!) itâs the newest olympic sport and it sounds electric! Favorite Winter Olympic Sport (11:32)We love the olympics and we love to make our life difficult which is why we are debating what our favorite winter olympic sport is. Thereâs actually quite a few sne...
2026-02-101h 20The Bag TagUnpacking Brazilđ Weâre Baaaaaack (01:33)Itâs only been a week for you, but itâs been a month for us! Does that make us time travelers? While we were away, the news didnât stop. From Groundhogâs Day and Sundance Film Festival to the Superbowl and Olympics, we catch up on all things travel happening this week.đ Whatâs Our Next South American Country? (21:50)Brazil was the first time either of us visited South America, marking our 6th of 7 total continents, and weâre not stopping there! In true Bag Tag fashion, weâre already planni...
2026-02-031h 48The Bag TagThe Travel Effect â How Tourism Quietly Reshapes the Worldđ
Are Bloody Maryâs Better 30,000 Feet Up (01:33)A couple of weeks ago we were telling yâall that people have claimed it is a scientific fact that bloody maryâs are better when cruising off on an adventure. Chantel is a supporter of bloody marys and Wyatt is not so we figured weâd be great tasters of this theory. Well the results are in and weâre ready to discussđľâđŤ Worst Travel Habits (06:48)Hannah Montana truly said it best âNobodyâs perfectâ and unfortunately when it comes to travel, we all have bad travel habits. Yes...
2026-01-271h 05The Bag TagBrazil - Iguazu Falls & Parque Nacional dos Lençóis Maranhenses Window in Airplane Bathroom (01:37)As if by some miracle, we spoke of an airplane bathroom with a window into existence! On our flight to Austin, Texas we were blessed with the airplane bathroom window and let us tell you it lived up to the hype and more! It was pure luxury. Every airplane needs one!Iguazu Falls or Parque Nacional dos Lencois Maranhenses (05:55)Our Brazil adventure is not siloâd to just Rio! We venture off to Iguazu Falls and Parque Nacional dos Lencois Maranhenses. The question isâŚwhich are we most excited for...
2026-01-2055 minThe Bag TagRio de Janeiro, Brazilđ¤ Get Bumped, Get Money (01:34)Thereâs a lot of side hustles out there, but one of the most unique has to be purposely booking oversold flights and getting money to get bumped. While this isnât a new technique, itâs certainly not one that most people are willing to try. đ Daytime vs Nighttime (07:47)Rio is known for its beautiful beaches, rainforests, and attractions but they also have a nightlife that is simply unmatched. While weâre very much of the mindset that we have to do it all when weâre on a trip, we dis...
2026-01-1358 minThe Bag Tag2026 Travel Trends & PredictionsđĽTravel Sign (01:31)Earth, Wind, Fire, WaterâŚyes, all very important elements to Avatar (the blue people and the anime show) but your sign may very well impact the way you prefer to travel! Isnât all of that star sign and ish just a bunch of fantasy? No! Itâs real and itâs fun especially when it comes to their impact on travel! ⨠New Years Resolutions (08:50)Cliche, classic, lame, exciting whatever you think about New Years Resolutions, on this adventure we embrace it! Because with all travel, you gotta go in with an ope...
2026-01-0652 minThe Bag TagPacking for Austin - History, Fun Facts, Must-Dosđď¸ Hotel Booking TrickWhen it comes to finding the best place to stay, thereâs a new technique that can give you the 5-star experience without the 5-star price tag!! It comes down to accepting a little less space. The idea is you book the worst room at the nicest hotel to enjoy everything it has to offer versus a suite or upgraded room at a cheaper hotelđ§ The Rule for Queso Queso comes in all shapes and sizes or perhaps not. Thereâs a hot debate going on whether queso should be simply che...
2025-12-3049 minThe Bag TagUnpacking 2025 Travel Trends & Storiesđ˝Windows in Airplane Bathrooms (01:45)Is it weird to have windows in an airplane bathroom? No, but think about it. If youâre 30,000 feet in the air, who even will be able to peak in and see what youâre doing? It may actually be nice to get some natural light in there. Although if you need to use the bathroom at the gateâŚđ§ł The Best Travel Story of the Year (05:42)Thereâs a lot of bold travel takes, weird tips and hacks, and trends that sometimes just donât really make sens...
2025-12-231h 01The Bag TagEurope's Christmas Market Arms Raceđ
đ˝ The Land of ChristmasâŚLiterally (01:33)We start the show chatting holiday movies! While we could really go on forever about holiday movies, we really just wanted to tell you about where theyâre filmed. Because, turns out, theyâre almost all filmed in the same location.đ The North Poleâs Bag Tag Code (07:35)Todayâs seat pocket is about a bag tag. Not just any bag tag, but the bag tag code we would pick for the North Pole, if the North Pole had an airport. Let us know which oneâs your favorite in the...
2025-12-1651 minThe Bag TagAirline Alliances & Why They Matterđ¸ Budget Airline Meets BudgetâŚRestaurant? (01:35)Itâs all fun and games until you get surprise charges tacked onto your final bill. The Ryan Air CEO got a taste of his own companyâs medicine when he went out to a local restaurant for dinner, which ended up costing him more than expected. It was actually all fun and games, though! đşď¸ One Country From Each Continent T (07:38)If we could only visit one country from each continent for our final bucket list, which destinations would make the cut? Thereâs a lot of amazing countries...
2025-12-091h 09The Bag TagThe Rise of Airport Loungesđď¸ Travel Tuesday (01:36)HAPPY TRAVEL TUESDAY TO ALL WHO CELEBRATE!!! Today wraps up the holiday season of deals - We discuss what our strategy is when it comes to finding our travel deals for the year and why itâs important to plan far out and give a safety net! Oh and how do you pronounce Marriott? Weâve all been pronouncing Marriott wrong our whole lifeđď¸ Are You a Fan of Airport Lounges? (07:34)Everyone has an opinion on Airport lounges. Sure you get âFreeâ food and a place away from the chaosâŚwaitâŚ.do you get a p...
2025-12-0246 minThe Bag TagWhy Thanksgiving Travel is so Stressfulđ 2025 Thanksgiving Travel (01:38)Weâre set to break the record for the busiest travel weekend of all time! Yes, we have set that 3 times a year since this pod has been around but we swear, weâre not lying!!! We dive into why Thanksgiving travel is so busy and why we keep reaching new heights! đ§ Dress Code of the Golden Age of Travel (07:12)Thereâs a hot debate going around over what the dress code for air travel should be thanks to Sean Duffyâs â"The Golden Age of Travel Starts With You"...
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The Bag TagBoston's Michelin Star RestaurantWhat in the World is going on in Boston? They have finally gained star status! Yes, one of the oldest cities in the nation has finally received its first Michelin Star but how could that be? We unpack why it took Boston so long to get a Michelin Star Restaurant, what other cities and states have yet to get recognition and unpack how the star can boost tourism for the cities packed full of top notch cuisine! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-11-2020 minThe Bag TagHeidi Brown | The Map I Drawđş Travel Shows, Movies, Books & Pods (01:24)Unfortunately, a harsh reality all travelers come to realize is we canât ALWAYS be on an adventureâŚtragic, I know. So when weâre stuck at home resting, relaxing, recouping for the next big trip, we can turn to entertainment to get our travel fix. Wyatt has just begun the journey of Anthony Bourdain Parts Unknown and discuss what other shows, movies, pods, and books to help you enjoy an adventure from the couch! đˇ How do you Document Travel? (13:18)It may seem obvious but really take a second to thi...
2025-11-181h 06The Bag TagThe Orient Expressâ Delayed and Canceled with the Government Shutdown (01:27)Believe it or not, closed air space does in fact have an impact on our daily travel. With the first weekend of 4% airspace closed, what does that look like and what it is on the horizon with 6%, 8%, 10%, and potentially more look like as we get closer to the busiest travel weekend of the year! đ The Best Train Movie (13:15)Are we debating about best movie to watch on the train or best movie about trains and how much train needs to be shown in the movie? We lis...
2025-11-111h 11The Bag TagSalt Lake Cityđ Dr Seuss is Back and GEM has the artiFacts (01:40)Thatâs right THE Dr. Seuss is dropping a new book, Sing the 50 United States, which is different than Fifty Nifty which Wyatt singsâŚor attempts to sing to the taggies against Chantelâs desires. Plus, the Grand Egyptian Museum is finally open after 2 decades of work. 𼤠Dirty Soda - What is the Best Kind of Pop (07:43)Spoiler Alert - weâve never tried dirty soda. Sadly we couldnât debate the hot topic in Utah we swig it up with what our favorite kind of...
2025-11-041h 01The Bag TagBook Bound - The Rise of Literary Tourismđ
The Drink that Tastes the Best at 30,000 Feet (01:38)Not all drinks are equal when at cruising altitude. No, this isnât a bold claim by yours truly, it is a scientific fact!!! Thanks to the low moisture, low pressure, and the loud noise of flyingâŚ.yes, noise plays a factor in taste, tomato juice and bloody maryâs are the best tasting drinks. Personal opinion, some of us respectfully disagreeđ Travel to an Authorâs Home or a Book Setting? (13:27)Thereâs so many elements to the world of literary travel but when it comes to...
2025-10-281h 07The Bag TagHalloween Around the Worldđ Landlines - Airplanes for the Ground (01:31)Airplanes for the ground? Arenât those just cars? Nooooo, thatâs crazy! Landlines are buses. More specifically, Landlines are a service offered by American Airlines that opporates like an airplane where you go to the airport, fumble through TSA, stroll down your gate and BAM you board a bus that drives on the tarmac! No, weâre not crazy, just listen to the episode! đť Haunted Hotel - an amenity or a deterrent? (09:39)Weâre heard the ghost stories of haunted destinations such as a spooky hotel, but when...
2025-10-2144 minThe Bag TagHalloween Capital of the Worldđ Is travel attire going to get you banned? (01:29)Picking your plane outfit can really make or break your flight experience and we all love a good travel hack. But when travel attire and innovation mix, is it a recipe for disaster? We start off todayâs episode discussing the latest unique travel clothing and why airlines might not like it.đ¸ Free Bags vs. Free Booze (09:30)The battle of the freebies is on! Or maybe itâs not. We debate which weâd rather have from airlines if we could only have one or the other...
2025-10-1455 minThe Bag TagLake Tahoeâď¸ Your Next Airplane Movie (01:31)Itâs no surprise that movies with a travel thing just hit different when youâre at cruising altitude on the way to your next destination. On our last flight, Wyatt discovered a new movie that he thinks fits the criteria perfectly: The Secret Life of Walter Mitty. Donât let the title fool you, it is indeed a perfect airplane movie.đ¸ How Much Is Convenience Worth to You? (07:55)Have you ever considered volunteering to push your flight in exchange for monetary compensation? Would you do it for just $25? Ins...
2025-10-0759 minThe Bag Tag2025 Fall Travelđ¨đŚ Have you heard of Flag Jacking? (01:33)Itâs not what you think it is, or is it? Flag Jacking is one of the latest trends for travelers abroad where they rep not their home country, but somewhere else. We discuss why folks feel the need to do this and what we think about it.đ The Best Fall Flavor (08:37)A new season means new flavors and nothing says, âfall is hereâ like that first taste of pumpkin⌠Or apple! Or maple! Or pecan! The debate for best fall flavor is officially on. Will you agree or disa...
2025-09-3056 minThe Bag TagUnpacking Japanđť Big Week in Travel (01:31)No weâre not just talking about our return to the US but instead Fat Bear Week & World Tourism Day! Fat Bear week from Katmai National Park celebrates the big beasts and gives us something to smile about and National Tourism Day highlights the good and importance of Tourism with a new theme âTourism and Sustainable Transformationâ and host country Malaysia đď¸ Whatâs the best city in Japan? (11:59)okay, itâs not the official claim but of the 3 cities we visited, what is the official Bag Tag ranking of Tokyo, Kyoto, an...
2025-09-231h 39The Bag TagKyoto & OsakađşThe Exit Row Hack is Not Real (01:35)Sure, booking the exit row sounds like the cheat code for infinite legroom. But after six hours of flying, youâre not stretching out like royaltyâyouâre the unofficial leaning post for every aisle-stretcher and bathroom wanderer. Congrats, youâve basically booked a lobby.âď¸ What to Do if Your Plane is Diverted (06:44)Your flight just pulled the ultimate plot twist and landed somewhere you didnât ask for. Now what? We walk through how to handle surprise stopovers, from a few inconvenient hours to an unexpected bonus...
2025-09-1656 minThe Bag TagTokyođ¤ Donât use ChatGPT to plan Travel (01:28)Okay, you can but like please, please, please sabrina carpenter styleâŚuse it as one of MANY different resources to help you plan or you may end up like this couple who got stranded and vacation ruined for putting all their trust in the ai!!! We breakdown what happened and how to prevent this! đž The Best Japanese Mascot (08:36)This one was tough. There are so many iconic mascots that have come out of Japan - Hello Kitty, Mario, Pikachu, Gudetama but only one can be the ruler of th...
2025-09-091h 15The Bag Tag2025 Summer Unpackđ Back to Fall (01:03)Youâre never too old to get into the Back to School Spirit! While Labor Day Weekend no longer marks the end of summer break for us, we still used this time to regroup and get ready for a new season. Instead of going back to school, weâre looking forward to heading into fall and the start of football season (or maybe itâs just Wyatt whoâs excited for football).đ Whatâs the best season to stay home and not travel? (09:27)While thereâs really never a bad time to travel, if...
2025-09-021h 18The Bag TagUNESCOđĽď¸ Save the Seatback Screens (01:35)Airlines keep trying to ditch seatback screens like theyâre yesterdayâs inflight peanutsâreplacing them with the âprivilegeâ of using our own devices. No thanks! Weâre launching an official campaign to save the seatback screen, because how else are we supposed to binge trashy shows and doomscroll at 30,000 feet?đż Are You Drawn to UNESCO Sites? (03:58)Sure, the 7 Wonders hog the spotlight on everyoneâs travel bucket list, but what about UNESCO sites? Do they spark that same âmust-travelâ itch? You may never check them all off, but do they make you want...
2025-08-2644 minThe Bag TagCabin Craze - The Boundary Waters Minnesota (BWCA)đąCellphone Lots (01:29)Why do people insist on playing âairport chickenâ at arrivals, clogging up lanes like itâs rush hour on the runway? Newsflash: your passenger doesnât land for 30 minutes. Thatâs what cellphone lots are for! Theyâre close, comfy, and perfect for a Netflix binge or a little stretch before the big reunion.đ˛ Best Cabin Activity â Campfire Stories or Board Games (04:00)Sure, both hit different when youâre tucked away in the woodsâbut only one can claim cabin supremacy. Chantel swears nothing tops the spooky magic of a crackling campfire, while Wyatt ra...
2025-08-1956 minThe Bag TagSan Juan Islandsđş The âBestâ Airline Seats for Couples â Letâs End This Madness (01:36) Internet influencers (a.k.a. people with ring lights and opinions) are swearing up and down that the best seating arrangement for couples is two aisle seats across from each other. Allegedly, you get more elbow room and an easy escape to the bathroom. In reality? Itâs relationship sabotage disguised as travel advice. Youâll be forced into a weird across-the-aisle shouting match like youâre in competing Broadway productions. Want to share snacks? Prepare for awkward midair handoffs as flight attendants glare at you. Need to hold hand...
2025-08-1244 minThe Bag TagCarmel-by-the-Seaâ° Delayed Departure (01:36)Last week, Wyatt was hit with a surprise visit from his friends from New York to help him celebrate his big 3-0 birthday which unfortunately caused a slight delay in last weekâs episode but we are back and unpacking the joy of being a tour guide to friends đşđ¸ What are the 4 US Cities (05:53)Of course, we had to throw our opinions into the debate that has taken over the internet. What are the 4 U.S. Cities? No extra context, no additional guidelines. Just straight up what are the four US cities...
2025-08-0559 minThe Bag TagThatâs WY - Wyoming Office of Tourism Interview with Piper Singer & Hailey Machđ¤ What You Didnât Know About Wyoming (01:26)Did you know Wyoming only has two escalators in the entire state? Yes. Two. And if you count one up and one down separately, then congratsâyouâve officially doubled your tour. Weâre talking 10 minutes, both escalators, full circuit. But thatâs just the tip of the quirky iceberg. From illegal rabbit photography (not a joke) to the myth of no-Wednesday-showers in Cheyenne, weâre dishing out our favorite Wyoming odditiesâplus fun facts like dinosaur discoveries, outlaw hats in theaters, and how the state basically invented dude ranches. Yeehaw, knowledge...
2025-07-3145 minThe Bag TagVolcano Tourism - Pacific Northwestđ˘ From the Poop Cruise to the Flu Cruise? (01:36)Cruises are going through something at the momentâŚmaybe itâs time to load up on some vitamin sea because right after the world got finished being engulfed by the Netflix Documentary - the poop cruise, a cruise full of joyful passengers tryna enjoy a nice holiday gets hit with a gastrointestinal disease đŞď¸ Lava Chasers vs Storm Chasers (07:26)Weâre all quite familiar when it comes to storm chasers, theyâve made movies about these sorta people - does Twister & Twisters ring a bell? Okay, but what ab...
2025-07-2259 minThe Bag TagSet-JettingđŠ Poop Cruise Review (01:32)We finally sat down and watched the Poop Cruise Doc on NetflixâŚnot during dinner thoughâŚwe almost did but we didnât! Weâre here to unpack the most notable aspects like being told to go get coffee and then the ship shutting down â talk about a nightmare. And of course, we talk about the red bags!  đż TV & Movie Inspired Trips (14:52)Have you ever picked a vacation destination based on a show or movie filming location? Wyatt and Chantel discuss what shows have inspired them to take an adventure and Wyat...
2025-07-151h 04The Bag TagEconomics & Controversies behind the 7 Wondersâď¸ Oakland Airport Naming Saga Continues (01:47)Weâre revisiting one of our very first podcast stories: the spicy saga of Oakland Airportâs identity crisis. Once upon a time, they boldly (and confusingly) tried to rename themselves the San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport â because nothing says clarity like blending two rival cities into one airport name. Fast forward a year, sprinkle in some lawsuits, add a dash of passenger confusion, and guess what? Oaklandâs back at it again, still trying to sort out their airport identity. Spoiler alert: the drama is far from over.đď¸ Aviation Alphabet...
2025-07-081h 06The Bag TagHot Air Balloons - Troy BradleyđŚIt all started in the Serengeti (01:35)One of the best things about travel is that it exposes you to countless new experiences, broadening your life beyond the day-to-day and opening you up for connections you wouldnât have found otherwise. One sunrise excursion on the Serengeti showed us something truly adventurous â leaving us yearning to learn more and adding to our travel bucket list.đş Seat Pocket - What design would you pick for your hot air balloon? (05:52)Itâs not all about looks, but maybe it is in this weekâs Seat Pocket segment...
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The Bag TagWhat in the World: Netflix HouseWhat do you get when you cross Squid Game, Stranger Things, a mini-golf course, and a Bridgerton-inspired cocktail? No, this isnât the fever dream of your Netflix-binge brain⌠itâs Netflix House, and itâs coming for your travel plans â and your fandom heart.In this episode, we break down Netflixâs wild new venture into real-life, immersive chaos with not one, but two 100,000-square-foot mega-experiences opening in â wait for it â Philadelphia and Dallas. So whether youâre craving a fandom-fueled vacation or just want to justify a trip to the mall again, press play and get the f...
2025-06-2608 minThe Bag TagDevour Tours - Lauren Aloiseđď¸Introducing Bag Tag Travel Interview (01:29)When you talk to people in the travel industry, you're not just swapping itineraries â you're unlocking stories from the frontlines of adventure. In our conversations, we dive into what inspires them, what challenges them, and how they bring destinations to life â one passport stamp, plate of street food, or off-the-beaten-path secret at a time. đş Seat Pocket - Places Weâre Starving to Visit (03:11)This week, weâre skipping the usual tourist traps and going straight for the snacks. Chantel & Wyatt dive into the destinations topping their bucket list not for the landm...
2025-06-2050 minThe Bag TagEast Coast vs West Coast Unpacking Teleportation?? We attempt to answer the unanswerableâhow far is too far to walk? 15 minutes? 45? Are we stubborn or just aspirational?đ˘Unpacking the East Coast Wyatt returns from his caffeine-fueled East Coast extravaganza: Philly, Atlantic City, NYC. He rode the Amtrak, gambled responsibly (maybe), and consumed enough regional delicacies to qualify for a Food Network show. Cheesesteaks. Pretzels. Slices. Bagels. Red Bull. Espresso. Then more Red Bull. Then⌠Flubber.đ´ Unpacking the West Coast Chantel recaps her L.A. tripâequal parts cozy and chic. She enjoyed her 2nd family nights with homer dinners...
2025-06-171h 33The Bag TagNFL x Hawaii: Rams Maui Campđ Trip Scenario Guide (01:45) Wyattâs cooked up something newâand no surprise, itâs travel-related. Introducing the Trip Scenario Guide: your new best friend for planning that someday-soon or even two-years-from-now adventure. Why? Because weâre obsessed with travel⌠and honestly, kind of elite at planning it. Yes, even the âwe might go in 2027â kind of planning. Crazy? Maybe. Helpful? Absolutely.đŠ Malasadas vs. Shave Ice (10:18) This weekâs seat pocket debate flies us back to Hawaii for the ultimate snack showdown. Chantel is Team Shave Ice all dayâcolorful, cold, and perfect after a beach day. But Wyatt...
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Way-Word Writers PodcastEPISODE 72: âWriting Different Age Categories and Characters with Author Leslie J. Wyatt: A Love Affair with WordsSend us a textâIn this episode of Way-Word Writers, hosts Heather Cashman, Stephanie Bearce, and Nicki Jacobsmeyer welcome prolific writer Leslie J. Wyatt to discuss her extensive career. Leslie shares her journey from writing inspired by her mother to publishing romance and middle-grade novels, as well as over 800 articles. Highlights include her initial inspiration, the shift from different genres, the process of writing across multiple genres, and her recent foray into romance writing. Leslie also delves into the intricacies of writing for different age groups and the importance of finding the right voice. The hosts al...
2025-06-0328 minThe Bag TagLos Angelesđˇ Captures by Chantel Big news out of Seattle - Captures by Chantel is officially back? WaitâŚback? Yes, back! Chantel gives the rundown of how this all came to be and what it means for The Bag Tag! Then we discuss who the heck actually uses shoe shiners at airport. Not captures related but still important. đş Seat Pocket: Best Hotel Amenity Sure, the price of the hotel is a major factor when tryna decide where to stay but so do hotel amenities. When looking to make the final decision, which hotel amenity actually se...
2025-06-031h 16The Bag TagFrom Philly to NYC with a Stop in ACđ âWeâre gonna Steal the Declaration of Independenceâ (01:57)We kick off bringing back the nonsense of TSAâs rule that Peanut Butter is a liquid, which begs us to wonder how many peanut butter cups would cause a traveler to be flagged with too much liquid? Oh, and we watched National Treasure ... .certified fresh travel movie! đş Seat Pocket: New York Slice, New York Bagel, or Philly Cheesesteak (09:15)As if there isnât a big enough rival between Philadelphia and New York, we enter the battlefield to discuss which east coast food is the most iconic...
2025-05-271h 19The Bag TagUniversal's Epic Universeđ Memorial Day Travel (01:43) The official start of summer travel is here - we breakdown all the stats for flying, drivingâŚand walking? Jk who walks to vacation?!? Weâre breaking down the numbers and the places people are headed for Memorial Day weekend in 2025! đş Seat Pocket: The Most Universal Movie (15:23)Not like the movie that everyone around the universe would like but the most iconic Universal MovieâŚget itâŚlike the studio?! In honor of Epic Universe, weâre staying on theme to debate if Jaws, Jurassic Park, Shrek, How to Train Your Dragon, Mummy...
2025-05-201h 14The Bag TagBach, Barbecue, & Beaches: Unpacking KC & FloridaLet the fun begin (0:01:46)Weâre back, and oh boyâthereâs so much to unpack. Wyattâs been working on his harmonica skills (still not stage-ready for the Taggies, but stay tuned). The Pope mightâve taken the name Leo, but Wyatt & Chantel made it iconic firstâtattoos donât lie. And yes, Wyatt is still emotionally invested in Oliver & Phoenix sailing to Hawaii like a modern-day Moana fanfic.Seat Pocket â Talking to Strangers on Planes (0:12:15) Fresh off a flight from Kansas City, Wyatt found himself seated next to someone who hasnât flown since page...
2025-05-132h 16The Bag TagFlorida Face-Off: Naples vs Tampa Bayđ Happy Birthday to Us! (01:55)The Bag Tag Pod turns ONE! Weâre officially celebrating our first anniversary with a whole lot of love, laughs, and a healthy dose of chaos. Over the past year, weâve built something special, and today weâre reflecting on how far weâve come. Oh, and Real IDs? Theyâre finally being enforced... and we still donât have ours. Do better than us.âď¸Â Seat Pocket - Best Year One Moment? (12:51)Wyatt and Chantel take a stroll down memory lane and revisit the best (and most unhinged) moments from the firs...
2025-05-061h 18The Bag TagGoodbye LV, Hello KCđ¤Fighting and flighting (01:41) Wyattâs down bad with a cold (no harmonica practice this week đ), but he did kick off season two of The RehearsalâŚset at Houston Airport(sorta). Plus, the crew celebrates the launch of Eva Longoria: Searching for Spain on CNN. Come for the sniffles, stay for the spicy TV recs! đş Seat Pocket - Bareback Boarding: Is It Psychotic? (08:20) Is it unhinged to board a flight with absolutely nothing? No bag, no carry-on, no personal item. Nada. Wyatt and Chantel get into a surprisingly heated debate about whether traveling ligh...
2025-04-291h 20The Bag TagSpace Tourismđď¸ Harmonicas, Finch, and National Park (01:31)Wyatt finally gets his harmonica and, has his first assignment. Chantel introduces us to Finch, her traveling virtual bird (yes, weâre all emotionally invested now). Weâll save the Vegas unpacking for next week because today weâre blasting off into space tourismâfrom billionaire joyrides to balloon cruises. Ohâand did we mention itâs National Park Week? Letâs get wild(erness). ââđş Seat Pocket: Build-Your-Own Space Crew (12:12)Blue Origin just launched a stacked female passenger list, so naturally weâre asking: Who would you take to space?Cha...
2025-04-221h 17The Bag TagVancouver to Vegasâď¸ Summer has Officially Taken Off (01:34)We are in full-on chaos mode. We just finished unpacking from a whirlwind trip to Vancouver and are already tossing swimsuits and sparkles into our suitcases for Las Vegas. Itâs that time of year where everything is moving at lightning speed, and somehow our brains are already scheduling things for Christmas. But hey, itâs going to be a wild ride full of memories, late nights, and more than a few martinisâand weâre here for all of it.đ° Seat Pocket Debate: Slots or card games? (11:11)Before we jet o...
2025-04-151h 42The Bag TagA Voyage to Vancouver & the Travel Tea on Tariffs đşď¸ Playing Tour Guide in Seattle (01:33)This week, we attempt to tell you about our weekend playing tour guide in Seattle for our friends Austin & Nicole... but chaos (a.k.a. Henry & Freddie) keeps derailing the story. From discovering Restaurant Week to catching ferries to Bainbridge Island and sipping wine at Château St. Michelle, we packed in a lotâliterally and figuratively.đşSeat Pocket Debate: 1 Big Trip or tons of Tiny Trips? (12:38)Is it better to take one big trip or multiple small ones? Chantel says less stress, more vibes. Wyatt says YOLO. Let us know...
2025-04-081h 08The Bag TagTanzania Tales: Moshi & Zanzibar | Unpacking our trip to Tanzania⨠Travel March Madness Bracket & Middle Seat Booking Hack (01:36) Buckle up, adventure seekers! This week, we're taking you from the heights of Kilimanjaro to the turquoise waters of Zanzibar, with a pit stop in Travel March Madnessâour epic bracket showdown to crown the ultimate travel destination! đđ Plus, Wyatt drops a brilliant travel hack to dodge the middle seat (even if youâre flying basic economy). If youâve ever found yourself squished between two strangers, this tip might just change your flying game forever.đš Caffeine or alcoholâwhatâs the ultimate in-flight drink? (09:41) Wyatt and Chantel go...
2025-04-011h 37The Bag TagSerengeti Safari Stories | An Experience of a Lifetimeđ Travel Madness (01:49)March Madness isn't just about basketballâweâve been running our own travel bracket, putting natural wonders, iconic landmarks, cultural experiences, and hidden gems head-to-head. Plus, chaos struck London Heathrow as a power station fire caused 1,350 flight cancellations, and a Charlotte flight turned into a grueling 13-hour round trip. And if you thought Tom Brady was sticking to football, think againâhe was spotted working as a gate agent in Atlanta. We break it all down. đşWould You Rather the Airplane be too Hot or too Cold? (15:07)Temperature on a plane can make or break a flightâso...
2025-03-251h 46The Bag TagWyatt's Kilimanjaro Hiking Experience & 24 Hours in AmsterdamđľâđŤ The Hack to Beating Jet Lag (01:56)Weâre back after a two-week break, and wow, do we have a lot to cover! From tackling brutal jet lag (and discovering an unexpected daylight savings trick) to Spiritâs surprising comeback and Southwestâs historic policy shift, this episode is packed with travel insights and stories.đş How Long must a layover be to leave the airport? (09:11)In this weekâs Seat Pocket, we debate one of the biggest layover questions: How long do you really need to explore a city instead of just waiting at the airport? Wyatt...
2025-03-182h 11The Bag TagWhat are eVTOLs & How to Become a Better Touristđđť Nap Cabs: The Future of Airport Sleep (01:19)Weâre back with a jam-packed episode before diving into our Africa trip recap next week! This time, weâre covering everything from airport sleep pods to the latest in air travel innovation. Ever heard of NapCabs? These rentable nap cabins in European airports offer a private, soundproofed escape right in the terminalâcomplete with a bed, desk, and charging ports. But are they worth the price, and should more airports hop on this trend?đş Seat Pocket: Is Airplane Food Good? (09:34)Weâre digging into the eternal question...
2025-03-111h 13The Bag TagTanzania & Zanzibar: Spices, Sunsets, and Seaside âď¸ Airplane Safety Reminder (01:24)Airline news is everywhereâbut is it really news, or just headlines getting clicks? We break down the recent surge in aviation headlines and why it might feel like dĂŠjĂ vu from last year. Be careful not to get sucked in! đş Hot Take: Embrace the Tourist Look (04:13) We talk about the unnecessary stress of trying to blend in while traveling, trying to fit in with your look and style to reflect those of the localsâembrace being a tourist!đ Tag the Terminal (09:58)Chantel tries to widen her gap on W...
2025-03-041h 02The Bag TagSafari in the Serengeti â The Greatest Wildlife Show on EarthđĽ A Real Pain - Oscar Movie on Travel (01:21)With Oscar season in full swing, weâve been catching up on nomineesâincluding A Real Pain, a film that blends travel, family, and self-discovery. We chat about the way travel reconnects usânot just with our roots but with the world itself. đş Which of Africaâs Big Five Safari Animal is Best (13:11)The gang that got itâs name from being the most dangerous to hunt by foot, The Big Five - Lion, Leopard, African Buffalo, Elephant, and Rhino and now the must see creatures on a sa...
2025-02-2546 minThe Bag TagHiking Mount Kilimanjaro | Preparation, Packing, and Everything You Need to Know𪡠White Lotus Season 3 Travel Impact (01:21)The White Lotus effectâhow the hit HBO series has driven tourism spikes in Hawaii, Sicily, and now Thailand ahead of Season 3. We break down the staggering stats and discuss whether these destinations can handle the influx. Also, why does "lotus" appear on Biscoff cookies?đş Which Mountain is the best/most iconic mountain? (13:11)We climb to new heights in this weekâs Seat Pocket as we debate the Mountain of all mountain, Everest, K2, Kilimanjaro, Fuji, Denali, RainierâŚ.and what is the criteria? đď¸ Everything you need to know about Kili...
2025-02-181h 24The Bag TagTheme Park Urbanism & the Strategic Design of Ski Townsđ Big news, travelersâour website is officially live! (01:11)Head over to thebagtagpod.com to explore everything from our latest trip itineraries to deep-dive airline and airport reviews. Want to know what sports teams Wyatt roots for? Weâve got that too.đş Pay for flight with no kids? (05:15)Everyone has experienced a flight with an obnoxious kid kicking your seat or a baby who is fed up the entire rideâŚ.so we debate: should airlines offer flights with no kids and would you pay extra for it?đ Tag the Terminal (11:07)Wyatt gets a ch...
2025-02-111h 05The Bag TagThe Steffen Method - the most efficient way to board an airplaneđ Super Bowl Week in New Orleans (01:09)This year, New Orleans hosts the Super Bowl for the 11th time! Weâll dive into the cityâs Super Bowl legacy and discuss a fascinating stat: every time this century, the west team has won when the matchup involves teams traveling in opposite directions. With the Chiefs heading east and the Eagles traveling west this year, will the trend hold? Plus, we check in on the Amtrak service from Mobile to New Orleansđş Wanderlust: Is it the Destination or the act of traveling? (12:10)Our Word of the Day: W...
2025-02-041h 02The Bag TagUnpacking Palm Springs BacheloretteThis week, Wyatt and Chantel navigate the unpredictable, the innovative, and the downright hilarious sides of travel:đ The 15-Hour TikTok Blackout (01:12): What did you do when TikTok went down? We traveled to the world of Rednote. Plus Wyatt got to show off his expertise of the Delta Airline 20 minute delayed baggage claim policyđŽ Groundhog Day Predictions (10:02): Will Punxsutawney Phil call for an early spring, or are we stuck with six more weeks of winter? We dig into the lore and fun facts about everyoneâs favorite shadow-watching holiday.đ Palm Springs Postcard (14:13): Chantel unpacks her trip to...
2025-01-281h 10The Bag TagPalm Trees & Poolside Dreams: The Allure of Palm Springs đ Review Hyping Gone Wrong (01:20)Locals are dishing out five-star reviews on places most tourists would avoidâare they plotting a tourist trap?đş Seat Pocket Debate (06:46)Airport loungesâare they truly meant for international jet-setters, or do domestic travelers deserve some love? We settle the score.đ Tag the Terminal (12:03)Chantel challenges Wyatt to Bag Tag code: JMK to see if he can catch her in points! đ´Palm Springs (24:08)Chantel explores the Hollywood-glamorous past of Palm Springs and its irresistible modern charm as Wyatt uncovers some of the best things t...
2025-01-2159 minThe Bag TagThe Rise of Overwater Bungalows and Maldives Maniađ´Cheap Things in Expensive Places: (01:06)Chantel kicks things off with her with the craze of "doing cheap things in expensive places," while Wyatt explains why the Costco Boom Meter at airports might not be five big DOOMs.đď¸ Seat Pocket Debate: (04:43)Wyatt and Chantel tackle a hot take: Who are airport stores even for? International, Domestic, layovers, real shoppers, browsers? Why do we have them?! đ˛ Tag the Terminal: (09:11)The game heats up with both players tied at 6 points! This weekâs airport code is MSY: A city steeped in history! Can Chantel fi...
2025-01-141h 25The Bag Tag2025 | The Travel Year Aheadđ Happy New Year⌠Twice?! âď¸ Did you catch the buzz about Cathay Pacific Flight 880? It rang in 2025 not once, but twice! (01:14)đŤ How Do We Travel So Much? Weâre breaking down the secrets to making frequent travel a realityâthink priorities, planning, and budgeting tips you can actually use.(05:38)2025 Travel Destinations, Trends, and Things to Come! (15:47)âď¸ The Bag Tagâs Top 5 Destinations for 2025 Our official list of the top destinations to travel to in 2025. We take a deep dive into each of the five locations and why you need to go sooner rather than later! đ 2025 Travel Trends to Watch! Fr...
2025-01-071h 26The Bag Tag2024 | Travel Industry Year in ReviewBefore we close the book on 2024, we take a look at the year we had! Wyatt takes the plunge into Endurance, his latest adventure read, and now dreams of trekking to Antarcticaâironically, the one thing the book should advise against (01:34)đşSeat Pocket (09:19)With the holiday chaos coming to an end, we chat about how one goes about picking the next travel destination. With spring break and summer around the corner, do you have a travel list, look for inspo on social, or pick out of a hat?! âď¸Travel Industry 2024 Headlines (17:53)Unpac...
2024-12-311h 38The Bag TagA Tale of Two Taps: Kona Brewery's BreakupđşSeat Pocket Before we dive into the history of Kona Brewery and their relationship with Anheuser-Busch, we kick off with an official apology to Lilo & Stitch Fans (01:30) and debate if sunrises or sunsets are better (05:21)đŤTag The TerminalRound 2 of Tag the Terminal gives Wyatt his first chance to at the game after Chantelâs crazy pull last week (12:32)đşKona Brewery HistoryThen we pour into the fascinating backstory of Kona Brewing, a beer company caught between island authenticity and corporate expansion. Did you know true Hawaiian Kona beer is only avai...
2024-12-241h 35The Bag TagHoliday Travel | Santa's Village in FinlandIn this holiday-themed episode, we unwrap the seasonâs big travel debates and sprinkle in some new segments to keep you guessing.đş Carry On (01:36)Netflix dropped a new airport inspired movie âCarry Onâ that was wrapped as a Christmas movie. While we definitely enjoyed the travel aspect, does it really count as a holiday movie? đ Tag the Terminal (10:18)Introducing our brand-new game, Tag the Terminal! Can you guess the city from its airport code? If not, donât worry, we give 5 hints to try and get you there! âď¸ Seat Pocket Debate (18:22...
2024-12-171h 15The Bag TagIsland of Hawaiâi | Tropical Escapes & Tequila TrainsWeâre kicking things off with a surprising fact: Atlanta is closer to Canada than Miami! We break down the geography behind this mind-bending tidbit (01:18)Then weâre diving into all things islands and sparking some heated Hawaii debates! First up in Seat Pocket: Moana or Lilo & Stitchâwhich Disney movie best captures island vibes? And when it comes to iconic eats, are you team poke or musubi (06:50)As we prep for an epic return to the islands, we chat all things from the Honolulu Marathon to stargazing on Mauna Kea and snorkeling with m...
2024-12-101h 01The Bag TagNashville Notes & Travel Tuesday TreatsHappy Travel Tuesday, taggies! This week, weâre hunting down some seriously sweet hotel dealsâperfect for your next getawayâand chatting about why hopping over to the French Polynesian islands might actually be easier than jetting to the Caribbean (who knew?) (01:21) In this week's Seat Pocket, weâre spilling on the ultimate gifts for the traveler in your lifeâwhether youâre aiming for practical, playful, or downright genius (09:08)Next stop: Nashville! Wyatt breaks down all the must-do activities, from the Grand Ole Opry (hello, Carrie Underwood!) to Broadwayâs buzzing honky-tonks and the stunning Pedestrian Bridge. Meanwh...
2024-12-031h 28The Bag TagThanksgiving and Travel Tuesday InsightsJoin us as we explore travel trends for the holiday - a record-breaking 79.9 million Thanksgiving travelers. Whether youâre driving (with some of the lowest gas prices in years), flying (hello, international bookings surge), or cruising (demand is up 20%!), weâve got the stats and tips to make your journey smoother (01:20)In this weekâs Seat Pocket, we talk about favorite Thanksgiving dishes, from Chantelâs mashed potatoes & lumpia combo to regional favorites across the U.S. (any green bean casserole fans out there?) (09:56)Then we breakdown the top Thanksgiving travel destinations by vibes and trends...
2024-11-261h 28The Bag TagNEOMFrom Lake Como's $11 canned air to the peculiar dress codes of hotel breakfasts, weâre unpacking some of travelâs quirkiest trends (01:28)Plus, weâre diving into NEOM, Saudi Arabia's ambitious city of the future, exploring its four revolutionary projects: The Line, Trojena, Oxagon, and Sindalah. Will this be the ultimate travelerâs dream or just a sci-fi fantasy? (11:26)We also head to Rome, where the iconic Trevi Fountain is undergoing renovations ahead of the Vaticanâs Holy Jubilee. No coin tossing allowedâfor now! Hear how the city plans to balance tradition with the modern crush...
2024-11-1959 minThe Bag TagPack for NashvilleEver thought McDonaldâs was just burgers and fries? Think again! Weâre uncovering some international Micky D's surprise like the Nyugati Lounge in Budapest that turns into a high-end hangout, complete with DJs and custom light shows! Imagine a McDonald's with vibes like Grand Central, but more windows and a historic vaulted ceilingâit's fast food meets fine dining (01:30)This weekâs Seat Pocket has us debating one of the great travel dilemmas: unpack or live out of the suitcase? We talk all about our hotel unpacking strategies and how it changes with trip length, room size, an...
2024-11-121h 03The Bag TagBeyond Planes and Trains:Picture your commuteâcars, buses, trains...maybe a bike? Well, in Bern, Switzerland, folks take commuting to a whole new level on the Aare River! Weâre diving (literally) into the details of this new form of commuting (01:23)When it comes to traveling the playlist makes all the difference. We debate and discuss must adds to any road trip and airplane jam session (06:56)For the main attraction this week, weâre boarding a hypothetical Great Lakes Ferry! Could we ever see commuter ferries connecting the major cities of Lake Michigan, Lake Erie, and beyond? Weâll weigh...
2024-11-0553 minThe Bag TagCleared for Takeover: TWA & American Airlines | Gate LiceHow long of a hug is considered âlong enoughâ when dropping off loved ones at the airport? Apparently, a New Zealand airport has figured out the perfect length and is giving travelers a strict window (01:25)Â From the seat pocket, we pull out a juicy discussion on whether weâve ever regretted taking a trip and reflect back on things we would do differently (07:28)Â Cleared for Takeover is back! In this episodeâs edition, we dig into the story of TWA and American Airlinesâthe unlikely acquisition, the industry shifts that shaped it, and the unexpect...
2024-10-291h 02The Bag TagCotino "Storyliving" | Travel Non-NegotiablesWe're soaring high above the Pyramids of Giza, where a group of paragliders recently spotted something unexpected atop the iconic Khafre pyramid. What could it be? (01:20)We pull out a discussion from the seat pocket - our non-negotiables for travelâwhat are the must-have rules you follow when off on an adventure? From avoiding red-eye flights to enforcing a "1 complaint a day" rule, weâll dive into how to make travel stress-free (04:50)Next, we explore Disney's new Storyliving community, Cotino, in Californiaâa Disney-inspired living experience where the lines between vacation and daily life blur. Would...
2024-10-221h 04The Bag TagTombstone Tourism - Spooky Destination DraftUnpacking a bunch of treats for this special Halloween episode! We get the festivities started with the eerie waters of haunted hydrology and discuss Wyattâs chilling stop at Icelandâs Kirkjufjara Beach, where volcanic black sands and powerful waves set the scene for mysterious happenings (01:35)Out of a mysterious Seat Pocket comes an important question: Would you wear a costume on a Halloween flight? We also dig into TSAâs rules for Halloween essentials, from handling capes and masks to packing candy and pumpkins, and what to avoid to keep your spooky journey smooth (11:04)...
2024-10-151h 17The Bag TagThe Fall of SkyMallLetâs kick things off with a wild story from Chinaâare they dogs or pandas? We dig into this bizarre attraction trend thatâs caught the internet by storm (01:31)In our Seat Pocket, we take a closer look at Condorâs striking new striped plane design thatâs been turning heads. From sunshine yellow to sea blue, planes that are dressed for vacation. We then debate what the best airplane wraps areâfrom the Patriots to Team USA (05:51)We unpack the legend that once dominated the skiesâSkyMall. From the iconic Bigfoot statue to robot vacuu...
2024-10-0857 minThe Bag TagCleared for Takeover - Hawaiian & AlaskaIntroducing our brand-new series, Cleared for Takeover, where we dive deep into the captivating world of airline mergers.But before we take flight with the new series, weâre circling back to a big day we missed: World Tourism Day (01:30) We chat about its role in promoting global peace and cultural exchange, plus share fun ways to celebrate by experiencing new cultures and destinationsâeven from the comfort of home.We also tackle a classic travel dilemma: what would you do if your plane lands early but thereâs no gate available? Sit tight or get ou...
2024-10-011h 24The Bag TagUnpacking Canada & Monterey - We finally take on the curious case of Emily's seemingly endless French work visa in Emily in Paris. How does she keep staying in Paris without any visa issues? We break down the timeline of her seasons, job changes, and visa extensions, and make some bold predictions for season 5 (spoiler alert!) (01:20)We debate the go-to inflight entertainment options looking at the difference between old school magazines or life in the digital world. (07:00)Then we shift gears to unpacking Chantelâs whale watching in Monterey and surving the unexpected heat of Big Sur. We chat about th...
2024-09-242h 02The Bag TagMontreal & Quebec City - We're diving into the comforts of flying with Air New Zealandâs Skycouchâa game-changer for long-haul travel (01:30) We debate whether a rookie traveler should first venture domestically or internationally (07:45)Then off we go to our neighbors of the north - Montreal & Quebec City - we breakdown the history, fun facts, and must-doâs in each place (12:12) before we pack our bags (53:05)Finally, we tackle the hot topic of the Air Canada pilot strikes and what it means for travelers (64:40) Tune in for all this, plus some laughs and travel mishaps along the way!...
2024-09-171h 14The Bag TagDelayed -We take off with some hilarious travel content, starting with a TikTok video featuring a crazy 29.5-hour flight from LA to Seattle with a layover in Taipeiâseriously, who books that?!(01:15) We also share our thoughts on the challenges of balancing sleep and snacks while flying inspired by "Fall Guy." (06:11)We explore the importance of meaningful travel for students, inspired by a Daily Bruin article and our personal stories including why itâs okay not to study abroad and sharing the positives through personal experiences in China, Panama, Costa Rica, and Australia. We highlight how travel can fost...
2024-09-101h 34The Bag TagWhale Watching in MontereyWe unpack Labor Weekend travel stats and list the best places to visit this fall season (00:00) From the seat pocket, we debate if social media good or bad for travel? (11:59) Then we run through the history of Monterey, California and its top things to do (19:43) before packing Chantelâs bags as she heads there this weekend for a whale watching excursion (48:57) Finally, we find out whatâs going on with Arizona tourism where we dissect their state tourism rebrand (56:29) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-09-031h 12The Bag TagUtopia of the SeaLabor day weekend is here and with it the end of the crazy summer travel. We breakdown the top labor day destinations, debate whether or not peanut butter is a liquid (08:32) and unpack Wyattâs biggest weekend on the Utopia of the sea - the boat, the Bahamas (17:21)and what he did right while packing for the bachelor party (44:30) Then we give the Orlando airport an in-depth review (56:22) and wrap up the show discussing the big changes coming to Las Vegas (01:08:09) and the Alaska/Hawaiian airlines merger (1:20:40) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-08-271h 33The Bag TagCruisesThis week we take to the seas to discuss cruise ships! We kick off the show debating expectations and travel limits for bachelor and bachelorette parties (10:22) before discussing the history, fun facts, and opinions about the Cruise vacation style (19:29) as Wyatt packs his bags for the Utopia of the Sea (39:16) We end the show discussing all the new rides and adventures that were just announced for Disney World and Disneyland (48:54) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-08-201h 15The Bag TagUnpacking Paris 2024 & French Riviera We know youâve all been on the edge of your seats to hear about the 2024 Paris Olympics and our adventure to Europe and weâre back to unpack! We start off debating if you can count a layover in a new country as a place youâve visited (07:57) then we dive deep into the olympics as a whole and our experience attending the games (15:11) We discuss each cityâs must do things and what we thought of them (58:23) and unpack our suitcases and trip souvs (02:05:20) We close the show discussing Spirit Airlineâs new gameplan that may just s...
2024-08-142h 28The Bag TagSuperSonicBrace yourself as weâre going Super Sonic! We kick off the show talking about a womenâs unique strategy for dating at the airport (00:00) and debate if trips and vacations are different (06:18) before we jump into Super Sonic Jets with the Concord, Overture, and Boom SuperSonic (13:15) While not supersonic we also discuss the Beluga Airplane (27:18) and the comeback of Pan Am (38:50)Â Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-08-0547 minThe Bag Tag2024 Paris OlympicsWeâre bringing you a special Olympics episode this week as the world is focused on Paris for the 2024 summer games and we're off watching Sailing & Women's Soccer. We talk anti-sex beds in athleteâs village (00:00) debate if the summer or winter olympic games are better (03:38) Chantel competes in Olympic destination trivia (17:25) before we dive into the Paris Olympics new sports, fun facts, and our Athlete draft (35:24) We uncover why Africa has never hosted the Olympics and if there could be a bid in the future (64:43) and we wrap up the show discuss how the olympics could be impacting earnings this...
2024-07-301h 25The Bag TagPack for EuropeWe're off to the 2024 Summer Olympics in France and packing for this trip became a bit complicated! We kickoff the show debating if you stay or ditch your friend at the airport who doesn't have pre-check (07:14) then we discuss Dublin (11:22) Nice (15:56) Marseille (21:09) and Monaco (29:35) and what exactly to pack for two-weeks including the olympics (42:51) and we wrap up with What in the World is going on with Delta a look at their uniform policy and credit card (60:29) Weâll talk about each locations must do activities and foodâs weâre looking to try, t...
2024-07-231h 13The Bag TagAirline Rankings -Today we introduce a new segment called Go Around where we follow up on some previously mentioned topics such as Muddy Buddy v Puppy Chow (00:00). We also chat about raw dogging flights and rewatching LOST. Then we discuss how fast we unpack when we get back from a trip (10:48) and rank US airlines (14:44) We follow with an update on our summer bet (33:58) before the Charlotte airport review (41:10) And finally we find out what in the world is going on with the US passport (47:27) and provide an update from the cockpit on Qantas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...
2024-07-161h 12The Bag TagUnpacking JuneHow do you recap 3.5 weeks of travel that consists of a weekend trip followed by an extended stay visiting home with a tiny trip shoved within: call that trip-ception! Join us in this packed episode that starts off with a special Mead review (00:00) that was inspired by Wyattâs trip to Savannah! We then discuss an airline booking dilemma for this weekâs seat pocket discussion (08:54) Then we unpack the book club trip to Savannah, Georgia including food, sites, packing hits and misses and takeaways (16:05) Chantel jumps in for the unpacking of our 2nd summer wedding trip and the 16 hour...
2024-07-091h 51The Bag TagThe Case Against Travel DebateWe loaded up todayâs episode to give all those traveling over the long holiday weekend some extra great content!We have a very intense discussion surrounding The New Yorker article "The Case Against Travel" (31:51) But first, we have our seat pocket debate over buying airline tickets via computer or phone (08:08), then discuss if Flying or Road trips are better (12:27) We discuss the battle between the State of California and Clear (01:06:30) and end the show breaking down Season One of the Tourist (01:14:10) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-07-021h 35The Bag TagDuluth, MinnesotaWe start todayâs episode chatting about travel tattoo ideas (00:00) before we discuss who gets which armrests while flying on an airplane (05:12) Then we pack Chantelâs bags as she heads out to Minnesota and we dive into summer wedding attire for women (08:05) Get to know one of Minnesotaâs smaller cities, Duluth, as pack-ception occurs for the Grandmaâs Half Marathon (30:00). We wrap up with a little bit of waterfall controversy in China with the Yuntai waterfall (37:29)Â Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-06-2547 minThe Bag TagSavannah -To start off todayâs episode, we discuss why cities should have a dedicated song unofficially picked for them by the people (02:49) From one of our followerâs seat pockets: do you walk or stand on the human conveyor belt at the airport? (06:25) We give a short history lesson and some fun facts about Savannah, Georgia (12:57) before packing Wyatt's bags as he heads there to celebrate his book club's anniversary (24:00) And finally we find out what in the world is going on with American Airlines (32:59) and sign off following an accessibility innovation update from Delta Airlines (39:30)
2024-06-1848 min
The Bag TagUnpacking Summer Wedding - Battle over Biscoffs, MSP Terminal 2 Review, French ATC, Airplane Movie ReviewWe start off by discussing the chaos of summer travel that has officially arrived (00:00) before we have a heated debate from the seat pocket: are Biscoff cookies to be enjoyed on airplanes only? (09:10) Plus we follow up from last weekâs trip as we unpack the summer wedding (18:00) and discuss our review of MSP terminal 2 (46:20). Then find out what in the world is going on with French Air Traffic Control along with an update on Boeing (53:44). Finally we share our thoughts on Airplane the movie (60:00) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-06-111h 10The Bag TagSummer Weddings - Rated R Scenes on Airplanes, Destination Weddings & What to Pack for a Summer Weddings, Turbulence is Having a Moment In todayâs episode weâre following up with how many pieces of gum are stuck to the Gum Wall in Seattle (00:00) before pulling from our seat pocket: what do you do when an adult scene comes on your inflight entertainment? (03:07) We discuss our thoughts on destination weddings (08:36) and the rules of Summer Wedding Attire as we pack our bags before heading off to a summer wedding in the land of 10,000 lakes (20:30). Finally weâre diving into what in the world is going on with turbulence in the last few weeks (39:14) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...
2024-06-0651 min
Almost Live!: Still AliveRalph BevinsWhen you talk about the cast and crew of Almost Live!, you're not exactly talking about cookie-cutter versions of personnel. But if you insist on the cookie analogy, we're talking about every kind you can think of: There were ginger snaps, like Nancy Guppy. Sugar cookies, like Tracey Conway. Snickerdoodles, like Steve Wilson, Peanut Butter Keister, Gingerbread men like Bob Nelson, Ed Wyatt, and Joe Guppy - and Animal Crackers with nuts like most of the rest.
But one person - Ralph Bevins - is his own kind of cookie... a mix of ingredients - maybe some chocolate chips, butter...
2022-04-011h 08Almost Live!: Still AliveScott SchaeferThere was only one Keister on Almost Live. One Conway, one Nye, one Nelson, Wilson, Wyatt and Stainton. McHale was the only one with a prefix (Mc). There WERE two Guppys - Nancy and Joe - but they were married to one another so that doesn't count.
But the show's two different Shafers were unconnected, unrelated and unalike. Scott Schaefer - unlike the show's original host, Ross Shafer - was also a key member of the show nearly from the start. A native of Seattle, Scott came to the program with clever ideas, some sharp writing and actual TV production...
2021-06-101h 09Almost Live!: Still AliveEd WyattStanford University is one of the most prestigious colleges in the nation. Some of its alumni include a guy named Larry Page, whoâs the founding CEO of Google. Itâs true. You can look it up on Bing if you donât believe me. Other famous graduates are Sigourney Weaver, Reese Witherspoon, Tiger Woods, Rachel Maddow, John Steinbeck, Ken Kesey, Senator Henry Jackson - and the people who founded PayPal and Netflix. But of all Stanfordâs distinguished elite, only one of them climbed the lofty ladder to achieve a place of immortality on âAlmost Live!â His name? Ed Wyatt.
Ed Wy...
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RuggaMatrix International TV HDRuggaMatrix International TV 195 - The Final Part III HDThe 2014 Super Rugby decider is upon us and we have a comprehensive preview on match eve.
Djuro Sen and Mark Cashman discuss the Waratahs chances and we hear from Crusaders, Dan Carter, Kieran Read, Wyatt Crockett and Head Coach Todd Blackadder.
2014-08-0154 min