The Podcastaways

The Golden Crew is back, and this week Trevor is NOT dead — despite his best efforts to convince everyone otherwise. After a dramatic week of faking strep throat, sending blinking GIFs, and getting his wife Megan to photograph the inside of his throat for a very skeptical Teladoc doctor, Trevor has somehow survived to podcast another day. On the cruise news front, we've got a big week! The Car...

This week on The Podcastaways , Trevor, Tom, and Jen take a break from cruise news for a very important investigation: did Tom’s mirror move… or are we living in Bizarro Land? Then we’re joined by Kira Jackson (aka @KiraKiraWonders ) for a fantastic behind-the-scenes interview about life working on Princess Cruises . Kira shares what it was like having a niche acting role as a live “character perf...

Galveston is back in the spotlight, and we are updating the full port-day playbook. Trevor, Jenn, and Thomas rank Galveston against their other favorite homeports, then get practical with where to stay (Texas City vs Seawall, plus a few “bougie” picks), where to eat (from pho to seafood to that reliable Waffle House energy), and what to do if you have extra time before sail day. We also hit the re...

Jen’s “stuck in traffic”… sure. So Trevor and Tom take the helm for a cruise-news joyride that somehow includes the Winter Olympics, the Three Stooges, and at least one emotional-support turtle. Today we hit the big headlines: • Carnival apologizes after fleetwide IT issues slowed embarkation/debarkation and impacted multiple ships (and yes—navigation/safety systems were part of the disruption): h...

This week on Carnival Cruising Podcastaways , Trevor, Jenn, and Thomas are back together and, thankfully, all survived another week without medical emergencies (hydration saves lives). The crew dives into Carnival’s latest price increases, including changes to Bottomless Bubbles and gratuities, and debates whether four sodas a day is a lifestyle choice or a cry for help. Things escalate when they...

Trevor is out, but the show rolls on as Tom and Jenn take the helm for a wide-ranging cruise chat packed with news, debates, and classic Podcastaways chaos. This week, we dive into Carnival Sunshine’s upcoming Africa itineraries , including historic first-ever ports like Morocco and Tanzania , plus a transatlantic sailing that has us seriously tempted. We also tackle one of cruising’s most hotly d...

Jennnn is back from a Hawaii sailing, and she comes bearing stories. From driving to the port for the first time and packing like an absolute pirate, to late-night embarkation drama in San Francisco and sailing under the Golden Gate Bridge, this episode is packed with real cruise talk and classic Podcastaways chaos. We dive into Princess Cruises boarding efficiency, sea days that blur together, is...

It’s just Trevor and Mr. Kennedy this week as the crew tackles a packed episode of Carnival cruise news, myths, and strong opinions. We break down Carnival’s expanded adults-only sailings for 2026, including which ships we’d actually choose and whether these casino-focused cruises are worth the hype. We also clear the air on one of cruising’s biggest fantasies: the so-called “free upgrade fairy” a...

It’s a brand-new year and a brand-new episode of The Podcastaways —and we’re kicking off 2026 by laying down the unwritten rules of cruise etiquette that everyone should know… but many clearly don’t. Trevor and Thomas dive into the dos and don’ts of life at sea, from chair hogging and elevator chaos to teen curfews, adults-only areas, buffet behavior, and why ship time is not a suggestion . We als...

The Golden Crew is down to its core trio this week — Trevor, Tom, and Jenn — and we’re officially looking ahead. 👀 Before we break for Christmas (yes, no show next week 🎄), we dive headfirst into everything cruise lines are rolling out in 2026 , and there is a LOT to unpack. We talk about Carnival completely rewriting the loyalty rulebook, massive private island upgrades, next-gen mega ships, ne...

This week, Trevor, Tom, and Jenn take a more serious turn as they discuss a tragic death aboard a Royal Caribbean ship—and the uncomfortable questions surrounding alcohol service at sea. We break down what happens when drink limits don’t exist, how overserving can spiral into real danger, and if cruise lines need clearer policies and stronger accountability. From Royal’s non‑limit approach to how...

This week the forever golden crew talk go over the recent changes to Carnival Ships and the new 10 minute wait for ordering drinks. We also discuss the latest cruise news and changes in the industry.

This week on The Podcastaways , Thomas Kennedy and Jennifer Rowell take over the bridge while Trevor coughs quietly in a corner somewhere on land. In this episode they dig into: Thanksgiving plans on land and at sea Carnival’s runaway lifeboat that broke free in port The latest round of possible overboard situations making headlines Princess Cruises’ new “Voice of the Ocean” karaoke competition, c...

Jenn spent most of the episode completely frozen, but luckily the Golden Boys stepped up and carried this week’s show like true Podcastaway heroes. We dive into a heavy news cycle: the FBI investigation into the tragic death of an 18-year-old aboard the Carnival Horizon and the chaotic capsizing of a Dominican Republic excursion boat that left fifty cruise passengers swimming for safety. From ther...

This week on The Podcastaways , The Golden crew dive into another round of unbelievable cruise chaos. First up, an Australian expedition ship somehow forgets one of its passengers—an 80-year-old woman left behind on a Great Barrier Reef island. Then, the Norwegian Epic detours mid-voyage to save 63 migrants adrift in the Mediterranean. From heroes to heartbreak, we’re covering it all. Things take...

Today the Golden Crew talk to CompMyCruise about getting the best casino deals on all cruise lines. We discuss teh best places to start getting deals and what she does to assist her clients! For more infomration about Comp My Cruise, go to www.compmycruise.com

This Week the Golden Crew Trevor, Jenn and Thomas (Who else?) talk about all things cruising this week. Thomas Kenney's ducky idea makes I across the desk of John Heald and we discuss discuss how it's the best idea we have ever put together.

This week the golden crew discuss what's going on in the cruising world, including several people rescued by a cruise ship, main dining charges stacking up and much more!

When Jenn can't make the show, Trevor's AI skills (or lack thereof) take center stage! Join Trevor and Tom as they dive into wild cruise news including a passenger stuck in a waterslide over the ocean, 17 cars stolen from a "secure" Southampton cruise parking lot, and the viral story of a woman who disappeared in Bonaire (spoiler: she left a note!). Plus, they discuss the heated Reddit debate abou...

The Golden Crew is back with wild cruise stories you won't believe! Trevor, Tom, and Jenn dive into a shocking GoFundMe scam where a woman stole $37,000 meant for her cousin's medical bills to fund a Carnival cruise. Plus, we break down the major changes to Carnival's loyalty program (spoiler: Tom and Trevor are "Golden Boys" forever), discuss a Royal Caribbean fight that made the captain turn the...

The Golden Crew is back with cruise chaos stories that'll make you double-check your boarding time! Trevor, Tom, and Jenn discuss parents who missed their ship's departure (and blamed their kid), a man who jumped overboard with $14,000 to dodge customs, and a gift card fraud scheme gone wrong. Plus, we cover Princess Cruises' controversial new tattoo policy, Carnival's bizarre sunscreen-flavored i...

The Golden Crew is back with Trevor, Tom, and Jenn sharing their must-have cruise essentials! In this episode, we dive into the top 10 things you absolutely can't cruise without - from the obvious (travel documents) to the sneaky clever (hotel key cards for keeping your lights on). Plus, we've got cruise news including kayakers trying to stop a ship in Rotterdam, Icon of the Seas' wate...

Trevor, Tom, and Jenn navigate through heavy seas this week, starting with the tragic news from Celebration Key before tracking Hurricane Erin's impact on East Coast cruising. The crew celebrates astronaut Kelly Gerardi becoming Star of the Seas' godmother, debates the pronunciation of MSC Meraviglia (spoiler: they Google it), and somehow ends up discussing the logistics of nude cruises. P...

This week Trevor, Tom, and Jenn navigate through choppy waters of cruise news! We're discussing Carnival's big moves with the Mardi Gras switching to shorter Bahamas runs from Port Canaveral in 2027, plus exciting details about the new Carnival Jubilee's music-inspired zones. Find out why Diana Ross backed out of being Star of the Seas' godmother with just days to spare, and how Tr...

The Golden Crew is dreaming beyond Carnival! Join Trevor, Tom, and Jenn as they share which cruise lines are on their bucket lists (spoiler: Tom wants to try the Scientology ship for the "experience"). This week: Trevor's declining a bad book deal to self-publish his hockey romance "Second Shot," Tom's convinced he's been kicked out of the group chat (he hasn't)...