Cabin Pressure with Shawn and "G"

Talk to us! Leave us a message, or ask a question? Ever been corrected by someone only to wonder if they genuinely wanted to help or just make themselves feel superior? This raw, unfiltered conversation between flight attendants Shawn and G explores this universal experience through the lens of aviation culture. When a listener pointed out G's tendency to say "me and you" instead of...

Talk to us! Leave us a message, or ask a question? Have you ever wondered what flight attendants are really thinking when your plane is delayed for the fifth time? The glamorous life of airline crews isn't nearly as shiny as it appears on Instagram. In this eye-opening episode, Shawn and G pull back the curtain on the reality of working at 30,000 feet. From equipment swaps that turn a simple...

Talk to us! Leave us a message, or ask a question? Ever wondered what flight attendants talk about when they're not telling you to fasten your seatbelts? Welcome to the unfiltered world of Shawn and G, where vacation mishaps and workplace nightmares collide in spectacular fashion. Shawn returns from Florida bursting with stories about his discovery of Bucky's convenience store ("dep...

Talk to us! Leave us a message, or ask a question? Ever feel like your job is the same routine on repeat? Shawn and G kick off with a candid discussion about flight attendant burnout and the need for mental stimulation beyond the galley cart. Shawn reveals how he balances his airline career with real estate photography while G warns about the dangers of DIY garage door spring repairs – a perfect m...

Talk to us! Leave us a message, or ask a question? Ever wonder what flight attendants really think about passengers, celebrities, and each other? Shawn and G pull back the curtain on the aviation industry with stories that will make you laugh, cringe, and maybe think twice about your next flight. The episode kicks off with Shawn's passionate account of basketball playoffs and his normally cal...

Talk to us! Leave us a message, or ask a question? Step into the cockpit of comedy and candid conversation as veteran flight attendants Shawn and G share stories from their combined 70+ years in the skies.  The duo kicks things off with a surprising revelation – Shawn's discovery that his mixed-race heritage didn't protect him from sun poisoning, leading to a hilarious account of what ha...

Talk to us! 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 stolen snack b...

Talk to us! 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 food, parking, and those irresistible...

Talk to us! 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 seats. This leads to a nostalg...

Talk to us! 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 country roads before Shawn whisk...

Talk to us! 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 opportunities. The episode takes a dramat...

Talk to us! 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 tradition—dipping his rear wheel in t...

Talk to us! 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 these shows shaped American culture...

Talk to us! 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 tackles a controversial topic in aviation:...

Talk to us! 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 strange (hint: your taste buds partiall...

Talk to us! 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 profession – working in a &quo...

Talk to us! 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 airline captain.  What truly sets this...

Talk to us! 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, where severe weather trapped passengers...

Talk to us! 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 that take off safely each day. Sha...

Talk to us! 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 record. From go-arounds (reject...

Talk to us! Leave us a message, or ask a question? Ever thought a small mouse could lead to a major home repair saga? Join me as I reveal how a tiny rodent's handiwork turned my basement leak into a massive DIY project, uncovering surprising financial lessons along the way. From replacing a chewed seal plate to tackling water damage, discover how I saved money on repairs, yet chose to outsour...

Talk to us! Leave us a message, or ask a question? What happens when life's unexpected challenges collide with the relentless pace of winter? Join us as we share personal stories of stubborn car trunks and icy roads, leading into a poignant discussion on the emotional upheaval of family members entering hospice care. We'll explore the complex emotions that surface when dementia affects o...

Talk to us! Leave us a message, or ask a question? Ever had one of those weeks where everything goes wrong, but there's that one friend who seems to be living in a bubble of endless good luck? Join Shawn and G as we swap stories of family chaos, household hiccups, and the eternal battle with winter's icy wrath. We may not have had a "wally world week," but we've got plenty...

Talk to us! Leave us a message, or ask a question? Ever wonder why some responsibilities seem to pile up faster than dirty laundry? Join us as we navigate the maze of generational responsibilities, from the joys of celebrating a 94th birthday to the humorous trials of parenting in a tech-driven world. We share personal anecdotes that highlight the stark contrasts between the freedom of our childho...

Talk to us! Leave us a message, or ask a question? Imagine being a door greeter at 30,000 feet." This week on Cabin Pressure, G regales us with his latest airborne escapades, capturing the quirks and chaos of life as a flight attendant. From battling with seat layouts on a wide-body aircraft to the unexpected jolt of an early morning in Newark, Shawn's tales promise a blend of humor and...