Best Aviation Humor Podcasts (2025)

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Being LGBTQ+ in Aviation: Why Are So Many Flight Attendants Gay? 24:19

3h ago24:19

24:19

Hey friends! In this episode, we’re diving into a topic we get asked about all. the. time. — why does it seem like so many flight attendants are gay? We’re breaking down the stereotypes, the realities, and sharing our personal journeys as a queer married couple working in aviation. From uniform policies to cultural experiences, from the freedom of …

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172. What does it take to reinstate your lapsed CFI? 1:17:07

2h ago1:17:07

1:17:07

Dylan and Max are joined (again) by everyone’s favorite multi-hyphenate pilot, Seth Lake. This time, he walks them through the process of reinstating their expired CFI certificates—turns out it’s not as terrifying as they thought. From FOIs to ACS, Seth breaks it down like a DPE Jedi. If you've let your CFI lapse, or you're just morbidly curious, t…

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What Would You Do If Your Coworker Started Dancing Naked? 51:33

1h ago51:33

51:33

Leave us a message, or ask a question? The friendly skies aren't always so friendly, as Shawn and G demonstrate in this laugh-out-loud episode packed with aviation's most bizarre recent incidents. From the passenger who physically dragged a flight attendant up the aisle to a flight attendant who conducted a "citizen's arrest" on a coworker over a s…

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171. What's the Right Way to Be a Low-Time SIC in BizAv? 47:43

10h ago47:43

47:43

Max shares his PM flying grind and how soft pay is easing the sting—plus a soggy New Orleans beignet run. The Mailbag is loaded this week with tales from a long-haul trucker pilot, NetJets rejection therapy, type rating dilemmas, and the dreaded training contracts making a comeback. In Flight Advice, a low-time pilot lands a dream SIC gig and asks:…

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Navigating Theme Parks, Flight Decks, and Bridge Collisions 54:12

3d ago54:12

54:12

Leave us a message, or ask a question? Ever wonder what it truly costs to make magical memories at Disney? Prepare for sticker shock as we break down the eye-watering expenses of taking a family to major theme parks this summer. With admission alone costing $640 for a family of four at Disney and nearly as much at Universal, plus hundreds more for …

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Why We'll Take Group Travel Over Solo Travel (Especially With Y'all!) 28:58

7d ago28:58

28:58

Ever wonder if you'd thrive wandering the streets of Paris solo or if you're better off swapping stories over cocktails with new travel buddies in Bali? In this episode, we’re soaring into the pros and cons of solo vs. group travel—from creepy stares at 35,000 feet to magical nights under the Eiffel Tower. We’re opening up about our own travel habi…

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170. What Should You Do When the FAA Calls? 1:05:59

7d ago1:05:59

1:05:59

Forrest Owens, aviation attorney and private pilot, joins Dylan and Max to dive into the often murky waters of FAA enforcement, pilot liability, and what every professional and private pilot needs to know before picking up the phone. From NASA reports to ADS-B nightmares, this episode is your legal safety briefing—with a side of GoPro caution. Pilo…

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From Falling Out of Cars to Nightmare Airports: A Cabin Pressure Adventure 55:08

13d ago55:08

55:08

Leave us a message, or ask a question? Remember when car safety meant "try not to fall out"? Shawn kicks off this episode with a story about doing exactly that – rolling out of a moving car as a child when the door flew open during a turn. His young nieces are appropriately horrified, having grown up in an era of five-point harnesses and booster se…

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169. Should You Bet Your Career on an Aviation Degree? 47:38

14d ago47:38

47:38

Dylan and Max kick off with hotel room hacks and tire maintenance DIYs (bed liner on bush wheels, anyone?). In the mailbag, listeners chime in on cicadas, bar recs, AI dolls, and a heartfelt shoutout to a rockstar CFI. Flight Advice features a double header: first, whether to stick with an aviation degree or pivot, and second, a pilot blindsided by…

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Squabble Up: Life Lessons, Travel Stories, Alligator Canoes and Robot Mishaps 58:51

16d ago58:51

58:51

Leave us a message, or ask a question? Have you ever wondered if college is really necessary for success? Or what happens when airline staff completely lose their cool on camera? Shawn and G tackle these questions and share wild workplace stories that'll make your job seem like a dream by comparison. The conversation kicks off with local dangers on…

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Love is in the Air: Navigating Dating and Relationships in Aviation 24:34

29d ago24:34

24:34

What happens when two flight attendants fall in love at 35,000 feet? In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain (literally) on what it’s like to date and build a life together while living the chaotic, beautiful, and always unpredictable life of flight crews. From long layovers to long-distance romance, we’re sharing our own story of how we me…

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168. Should You Chase Turbine Time in Dubai? 1:04:42

21d ago1:04:42

1:04:42

Dylan and Max debut their slick new intro track, give a proper welcome to their AI assistant "Reginald Sage," and swap tales from off-airport landings and Vegas tire goo mysteries. The Mailbag is packed with listener feedback on etiquette videos, bird segments, and even a nighttime trucking dispatch. In Flight Advice, a 26-year-old CFI wonders if a…

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The GOAT Debate Soars as Flight Attendants Handle Mid-Air Chaos 55:33

23d ago55:33

55:33

Leave us a message, or ask a question? The skies get turbulent in more ways than one when Shawn announces his decision to transfer to international flying after 35 years as a flight attendant. This major career move sparks a conversation about seniority, schedule control, and why some flight attendants commute across the country for better work opp…

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167. What Happens When the Market and Your Airline Career Both Stall? 55:42

29d ago55:42

55:42

Tim Pope returns to the 21.Five cockpit with a fresh instrument rating and a new venture—360 Aviation Advisors. He breaks down Q1’s market turbulence, political biases in financial behavior, and how pilots can prep for leaner flying days. Plus, Dylan and Max dive into “Captain Lifestyle Syndrome” and how to navigate financial FOMO with some flight …

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Swapping Wings for Wheels: 4,500 Miles on a Bicycle 54:31

30d ago54:31

54:31

Leave us a message, or ask a question? What drives someone to trade the comfort of flight for 81 days and 4,500 miles on a bicycle? Flight attendant Rich takes us through his remarkable cross-country cycling adventure from Virginia to Oregon, revealing the physical and mental challenges that pushed him to his limits. The journey began with a simple…

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Ask Us Anything: Q+A with Drew and Rich 28:25

1M ago28:25

28:25

Welcome back to Two Guys on a Plane! This episode is extra special because it’s all about YOU. We opened up our Instagram and let you ask us anything — and you guys did not hold back. From how we met, to our favorite layovers, our most unforgettable celebrity encounters, and even our weirdest finds in the seatback pockets... we’re spilling it all. …

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Why We Became Flight Attendants 25:24

1M ago25:24

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In this episode, we’re sharing the story that started it all leading us to a life at 35,000 feet. We’re rewinding the clock and taking you through our very first steps into the world of aviation. From spotting a newspaper ad to late-night wine-fueled job applications, our journeys to the jump seat couldn’t have been more different—but they both led…

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Ask the Audience: Passenger Pet Peeves 36:38

1M ago36:38

36:38

Let's get into the good stuff—and by that, we mean the things that make our eyes twitch and our patience disappear at 35,000 feet. We asked you on Threads, “What’s something people do on planes or in airports that drives you absolutely nuts?” And wow… y’all did not hold back. From people who act like the overhead bins are their personal closets to …

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How We Became 'Two Guys on a Plane' 19:48

1M ago19:48

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Hey y’all, it’s Rich and Drew—your favorite flight attendants and meme-makers—and we’re officially bringing you behind the curtain (and out of the galley) with the very first episode of the Two Guys on a Plane podcast! This “pilot” episode is our chance to spill all the tea on how our now-not-so-little Instagram account went from cheesy travel pics…

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166. Why Aren’t More Pilots Talking About Healthspan? 1:02:42

1M ago1:02:42

1:02:42

This episode kicks off with Dylan and Max diving into pilot health: UV exposure, compression socks, and the harsh truth about retirement and quality of life. In the Mailbag, listeners share wild MU-2 stories, dream trips, and thoughts on skipping the CFI route. The Flight Advice segment checks in with a second-career pilot trying to break into corp…

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Sitcom Nostalgia: The Shows That Defined Our Childhoods 1:04:04

1M ago1:04:04

1:04:04

Leave us a message, or ask a question? Remember when the entire family gathered around the television for the nightly ritual of watching our favorite sitcoms? When catchphrases became part of our everyday language and theme songs permanently etched themselves into our memories? This nostalgic journey through television's golden era explores how the…

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165. Should You Really Jump Ship for 15 Grand More? 57:33

1M ago57:33

57:33

Dr. Chris Broyhill is back with updates on pilot compensation, market shifts in 2025, and a sneak peek at his upcoming leadership book for bizav professionals. We dig into the real value of the AirComp Calculator, how to use salary data without tanking your next negotiation, and what separates the professionals from the job-hoppers. Plus, Dr. Broyh…

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When Experience Matters: The 65-Year Cutoff and the Future of Aviation 1:04:20

2M ago1:04:20

1:04:20

Leave us a message, or ask a question? Step into the cockpit with John, a veteran pilot with 51 years of flying experience and 39 years in commercial aviation. His journey through the skies spans 53 different aircraft types and countless adventures that illuminate both the joys and challenges of a life spent above the clouds. The conversation tackl…

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Welcome Aboard! [Trailer] 1:51

2M ago1:51

1:51

Buckle up, jet setters! We’re Drew and Rich — two seasoned flight attendants with enough miles traveled and coffee stains to last a lifetime — and we’re pulling back the galley curtain on life at 35,000 feet. On Two Guys on a Plane, we’ll share everything from hilarious mid-air meltdowns and heartfelt cabin confessions to the wildest in-flight mome…

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The truth about airline food will make you reconsider your in-flight meal choices 57:11

2M ago57:11

57:11

Leave us a message, or ask a question? Ever wondered why you feel bloated for days after a flight? Turns out your body takes a full seven days to expel all the gas from flying—just one of many surprising revelations in this eye-opening episode about what really happens at 35,000 feet. We dive into the truth about airline food and why it tastes so s…

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164. How Do You Network in Aviation If You're an Introvert? 1:03:12

2M ago1:03:12

1:03:12

Dylan and Max kick things off with stories of Cub flights and musing about GLS approaches and Starlink’s newest data plans. The Mailbag’s international flair includes a heartfelt message from a UK pilot and some simmering debate on career paths and sim setups. Flight Advice dives into the looming specter of single-pilot airline operations and how t…

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The One Percenters: When Your Crew is Crazier Than Your Passengers 54:00

2M ago54:00

54:00

Leave us a message, or ask a question? What happens when your coworkers are more turbulent than the flight itself? Flight attendants Shaw n and G lift the veil on airline crew dynamics, specifically addressing the challenging "one-percenters" who make life difficult at 35,000 feet. The hosts start by discussing the unseen health hazards of their pr…

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163. Should You Panic or Prep? James Onieal Breaks It Down 1:26:35

2M ago1:26:35

1:26:35

In this episode, Dylan and Max sit down with James Onieal, founder of Raven Career Development, to discuss the current state of pilot hiring and effective strategies for advancing your aviation career. James shares his journey from the cockpit to career coaching, offering invaluable insights for pilots navigating today's job market. Tune in for a c…

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From Childhood Dreams to Cockpit Reality: A Pilot's Perspective 1:12:15

2M ago1:12:15

1:12:15

Leave us a message, or ask a question? Take flight with us as we explore the fascinating world of commercial aviation through the eyes of a veteran pilot. In this captivating conversation, our guest John shares his remarkable journey from a wide-eyed four-year-old experiencing his first helicopter ride at a county fair to becoming an accomplished a…

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162. Can You Really Plan for an Unplannable Career? 1:08:50

3M ago1:08:50

1:08:50

Max shares a wild story involving VFR ops in a jet and a last-minute divert to Deer Valley when Scottsdale Tower ghosted them. We cover the final chapter of Hard Landing in the book club and reflect on takeaways from the book. In the mailbag, we talk about MU-2s doing angel work, the A&P to pilot career path, and the latest 737 LRD drama. Flight Ad…

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Navigating Spring Break: Safety Warnings, Travel Tips & Airline Mishaps 55:25

3M ago55:25

55:25

Leave us a message, or ask a question? When paradise beckons spring breakers, danger sometimes lurks beneath the surface. Shawn and G tackle the massive spring break travel season by sharing crucial safety information every traveler should know before boarding their flight. The episode opens with a harrowing account of a Tampa flight gone wrong, wh…

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161. Is This the Craziest Warbird Recovery Attempt Ever? 1:46:43

3M ago1:46:43

1:46:43

In 1995, a team of aviation cowboys set out on a mission that sounds too crazy to be real: fly a WWII B-29 bomber out of the Arctic after 50 years of abandonment. But as guest Vernon Rich tells us, things did not go as planned. From rigging up fuel pumps with trash equipment to landing a Caribou with propane-inflated tires, this story has it all—en…

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Plane Stupidity: The Naked Truth About Air Travel 48:05

3M ago48:05

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Leave us a message, or ask a question? Safety concerns, disruptive passengers, and theft syndicates might sound like the plot of an action film, but for flight attendants, it's just another day at the office. While recent headlines suggest our skies are becoming more dangerous, the reality is far less alarming when you consider the 45,000 flights t…

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160. Want to Fly Biz Jets After Airline Retirement? Here’s the Reality 1:03:29

3M ago1:03:29

1:03:29

Dylan and Max kick things off with a deep dive into airline wifi, airport food inflation, and Dylan’s latest experiment—testing the Starlink Mini in the cockpit. Max recounts his wild adventure ferrying a Carbon Cub across the country (spoiler: electrical gremlins strike). The mailbag is packed with listener updates and career insights, while Fligh…

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Is Air Travel Really Getting Worse, or Is It Just the News? 54:20

3M ago54:20

54:20

Leave us a message, or ask a question? The sensationalism of airline incidents has reached fever pitch in recent media coverage, prompting us to offer a reality check from our perspective as working flight crew. With 45,000 flights taking off daily worldwide, we explain why the occasional mishap shouldn't overshadow aviation's remarkable safety rec…

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159. Is Aviation Insurance Finally Getting Cheaper? w/ Tom Hauge 1:03:24

3M ago1:03:24

1:03:24

Aviation insurance guru Tom Hauge from Wings Insurance is back, and this time, he’s got good news! After years of skyrocketing premiums, the insurance market is finally softening—meaning lower rates and fewer headaches for pilots and operators. Tom breaks down why this is happening, how you can take advantage of it, and what mistakes to avoid when …

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