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On episode 40, Micah and I discuss all the fun facts, figures and statistics of the Journey.  But first we answered questions from Listener Ric and Claire. Ric, who is Micah's brother, ask if the Journey was worth it. Claire asks about how to safely find local places and adventures. Listener Lu wants to know what interesting facts and figures surprised me the most. And that question is answere...

On episode 39, Micah and I continue our discussion of my final trip to Cape Town, South Africa. We did not publish any listener mail this week due to the length of the show but we did hear from Listener Lu. On this show, we talk about the rest of my time in South Africa, all the things I did on the ground being a single tourist. I had a great time and met with some wonderful people / local South A...

On episode 38, Micah and I discuss my final trip to Cape Town, South Africa as part of The Journey Is The Reward Project. This will be the first of two parts as there was simply too much to talk about. There was not time to have any listener email... nor a question from Listener Lu. Hopefully we can add those segments back in next week as they really are the best part of the show. However, on this...

On episode 37, Micah and I talk about my trip back to Japan with my Nephew Bryan and his family.  I hadn't been back to Japan in over 20 years so this most certainly was my opportunity to rediscover Japan! But first, Micah and I answer listener email... one of the best parts of the show. Listener Uli asked if I ever had a boarding pass with SSSS printed on it.  (More information can be f...

On episode 36, Micah and I talk about my incredible trip to South Africa with Listener Linda. But first, Micah and I answer listener email... one of the best parts of the show. Listener Andrew asked about what site or podcast we mentioned on episode 31.  Sadly, Micah and I didn't recall and suggested listening to the episode again.  If there are any questions or follow-up, we are happy t...

On episode 35, Micah and I continue our discussion about my trip to Israel.  There were no questions from Listeners or Listener Lu... because we recorded this episode right after we recorded episode 34.  We hope to get more questions for episode 36! While on the ground in Israel, I was taken on a tour of the old City of Jerusalem and my walking adventure of the old port area of Tel Aviv....

On episode 34, Micah and I discuss my first trip ever to Israel.  I was hosted by listener Eyal and what a wonderful host he is.  I can't believe all the meetings he booked for me and all the great adventures we went on in two days... but we will get into that more in episode 35.  Episode 34 discussed the flights both coming and going to Israel But first, Micah and I answer listener...

On episode 33, Micah and I discuss my last recent trip to Singapore. Micah conducted an interview with Listener Missy in Portland Maine.  Then we answer questions from Listener Dale about my longest trips. Micah asked a question for Listener Lu who wants to know ... well, you will have to listen to find out. Then Micah and I talk about my trip final trip to Singapore where I got back together...

On episode 32, Micah and I discuss my trip up to Tahiti... or as I'm now calling it, Hawaii South with nice people. We discuss the carbon footprint I'm generating as a result of a conversation that was spurred by friend Jim.  He is concerned that I'm killing the planet and his kids will pay the price.  Micah and I have an alternative view of the topic. We also answer a question posed by...

On episode 31, Micah and I discuss my trip up to Seattle where I attended the Seattle Aerospace BBQ, hosted by Jet City Star, Isaac Alexander. We also answer listener questions from Melissa and Jessica.  Melissa wants to know if we will continue the show after I reach the 3 Million Mile goal.  Jessica was wondering why so many women write in with questions and she wanted to know if I was...

On episode 30, Micah and I host another Windows and Aisles episode due to my lack of flying over the holiday season. As there wasn't time for listeners to send in any feedback between our recordings, we didn't have any questions to answer.  Also, we didn't give enough time for the Listener Lu wants to know segment either.  Sorry about that! However, this did gave us time to dive right in...

On episode 29, Micah and I host another Windows and Aisles episode. We address a question from Listener Pete who wants to know our opinions on Biometrics and their use in the airline industry We also talk about Jim's situation on getting back to Amsterdam with a very short, 40 minute, connection in Seattle.  Then Jim asks about soap dispensers in airplane lavatories.   Listener Lu wants...

On episode 28, Micah and I discuss the adventures of my trip with Scott to Zambia, Zimbabwe and Botswana.  What a great guy and what a great adventure! There were no questions this week as we recorded this episode shortly after episode 27.  However, Listener Lu wants to know.... Do I know when my last flight will be and if I plan to do anything special?  Will United do anything spec...

On episode 27, Micah and I host our second back to back Windows and Aisles Episodes.    We address a question from Listener Mark in Argentina who was asking about why we like to fly. We also heard from listener Sharon who is new to the show and asked about what we do on long international flights?  How do we keep ourselves occupied? Listener Lu wants to know.... what is the most out...

On episode 26, Micah and I host our 3rd Windows and Aisles Episodes... formerly known as Bits and Pieces.  This is because I wasn't flying due to the Thanksgiving holiday here in the US and I had foot surgery which has kept me grounded for a few weeks. We address a question from Listener Uli regarding tips and tricks around the airport.  I also talk about Mom again.  I even quoted a...

On episode 25, Micah and I discuss my very short trip to Singapore.  It was so short, my flight over took longer than I was on the ground in Singapore. Sadly, there was no listener feedback because we recorded two episodes back to back and there wasn't time for listeners to write in.  However, Listener Lu wanted to know about mask wearing.  Micah and I address the types of mask we w...

On episode 24, Micah and I record the show about my trip to Tampa while on a trip to Singapore.  We first talk about some corrections and some 747 music, Micah shares his opinions on the web site of Scott's Cheap Flights and then we listen to our first audio feedback from Listener Claire.  Eric of Franko Maps gets thanked for sending me Fish ID cards.  And we answer the next questio...

On this "Bits and Pieces 2" episode, Micah and I present three recordings. The first is with Ryan of Flighty... a flight tracking application that offers so much more. The second interview is with Listener Matt of Singapore.  We recorded two segments on my first of two back to back trips.  We biked around the Island on his Bromptom bikes, Matt got to try some new beers, and we finally ha...

On episode 23, Micah and I comment on listener feedback from listener Melissa, and more follow-up from listener Chris.  We also introduce a new segment, Listener Lu Wants To Know. Listener Melissa wants to learn about what I eat along the way and lounge food.  Micah and I dive a bit deeper into the food experiences onboard and on the ground. Listener Chris provides some follow-up about h...

On this Bits and Pieces episode, Micah and I try to get caught up on some things. We answer listener mail, play in interview with Listener Matt, introduce a new segment called Listener Lu wants to know, and we talk about what I pack on my trips and generally try to catch up with things before my epic back to back to back trip to Singapore. Thanks once again to all of our listeners and especially o...

On episode 22, Micah and I comment on listener feedback from listener Grant, and listener Chris.   Listener Grant is still confused over how United calculates Frequent Flyer Miles and Million Miler Miles... and I don't blame him.  Its confusing.  Listener Chris successfully answers Micah's trivia question and is awarded a special prize.  He also talks about why people might be...

On episode 21, there is no listener emails.  Micah and I recorded this show back to back with episode 20... and we conducted a special interview that will show up on the feed in a little bit.  I'm sure you will really enjoy the interview! Micah and I continue to discuss the trip to and from South Africa, the stops in Newark, and the activities I got to experience while in South Africa&nb...

On episode 20, Micah and I comment on listener feedback from Listener Lu (our Social Media Director), and listener Sarah.  Listener Lu asks about clarification on why I had to call United to have my miles correct.  I discuss the differences between frequent flyer miles and million miler miles.  They are calculated different and they are tracked differently.  Listener Sarah asks about the makeup of...

On episode 19, Micah and I comment on listener feedback from Claire, Gustav and our balloonatic friend Grant.  Clair asks about the new construction at Changi airport and how they were able to build the new structure at an active airport without disturbing existing operations.  Listener Gustav asks about us being pilots.  Hint: We aren't and it's probably safer that way!. And finall...

On episode 18, Micah and I comment on listener feedback from listeners Vin, Paul and Lu.  Vin writes in about Southwest airlines lack of luggage tracking. Listener Paul asks about our favorite aircraft and who we would like to have on the show as a guest.  Hint: NASA figures into our answers. And finally listener Lu wants the details on #surprisemom.  Apparently, I didn't talk enoug...