Podcasts about JetBlue

Writer, actress, and bestselling author Jill Kargman joins Donny for a hilarious and razor-sharp conversation about her new film Influenced — a satirical comedy skewering the world of momfluencers, social media obsession, and performative wealth. Now in select theaters and streaming digitally July 10th, Influenced grew out of Jill's viral Instagram character Danielle, a kvetch-queen Upper East Side mom who took off during COVID and amassed half a million followers overnight. Jill and Donny dive deep into what it's really like growing up on the Upper East Side — from Spence School classmates who were embarrassed by their stretch limos to today's culture of private jet posting and Baby Dior. They unpack the toxic side of influencer culture, momfluencers, and the dark psychology behind aspirational social media content. They also get candid about parenting in the age of AI and social media, Jewish identity after October 7th, the collapse of the two-party system, and why neither of them can sit through a three-hour movie anymore. Plus: why Jill would rather fly JetBlue with 300 strangers than ride on someone's private jet. If you love sharp satire, New York City culture, entertainment industry stories, and honest conversations about raising kids in a screen-obsessed world — this episode is for you.

What if the reason your idea isn't working isn't the idea itself, but the questions you're asking before you build it?About This EpisodeTracy Brandenburg has taught design thinking at Stanford's d.school, built three programs at Cornell, and helped student entrepreneurs go from "I already know the answer" to actually talking to real humans and learning something.Tracy unpacks what design thinking really means, where it comes from, and why it might be the most practical tool a social entrepreneur can have.Tracy started as a cultural anthropologist, showed up at Stanford not knowing why she was there, and ended up running design thinking workshops on her living room floor with popsicle sticks and craft supplies. From there it grew into JetBlue airport fieldwork, Cornell university programs, and now work with student entrepreneurs at Denison University's Red Labs.The conversation covers the full arc of the design thinking process, from building empathy and asking better questions to prototyping, pivoting, and integrating what you learn. Tracy is honest about what students consistently struggle with: getting out of the classroom to talk to strangers, and letting go of an idea when the feedback tells them to.There's also a genuinely fun tangent about designing your life the same way you'd design a product, and what a pirate surf camp in Costa Rica has to do with finding your calling.Episode in a glance00:00 Introduction to Design Thinking and Its Impact01:30 How an anthropologist ended up at Stanford's d.school03:26 Empathy as the foundation of design thinking05:44 From living room workshops to university programs08:35 Getting students to talk to strangers and what actually helps12:30 Applying design thinking with student entrepreneurs at Denison15:15 Why pivoting is the hardest skill to teach17:34 Designing your life like a prototype 221:54 Reimagining the Rust Belt with design thinking24:20 What Tracy wants to build next in social innovationAbout the GuestTracy Brandenburg is a design thinking trainer, anthropologist, and social innovator who has taught at Stanford's d.school, pioneered three design thinking programs at Cornell, and currently leads design thinking work at Denison University's Red Labs. She is also the founder of Reimagining the Rust Belt, a social innovation project in her hometown of Middletown, Ohio.Connect with Tracy and her work:→ tracydesign.rocks→ LinkedIn

Points & Miles with Matt Clausen | Rove Stacking, Wells Fargo Cards, JetBlue Premier, and Getting Started Justin Vacula welcomes Matt Clausen to the Hurdy Gurdy Travel Podcast for a conversation about getting started with points and miles, smart card strategy, and some of today's more interesting opportunities in travel rewards. Recorded on May 11, 2026, this episode covers beginner-friendly advice, recent credit card news, and redemption examples that show how valuable the hobby can be. Justin and Matt begin by talking about meeting at Justin's Willow Grove, Pennsylvania meetup before getting into one of the most interesting topics in the episode: Rove stacking. Matt shares how he got started in points and miles, beginning with the Chase Sapphire Reserve, and explains how his card strategy has evolved over time. The discussion includes his current setup with Hilton cards, Chase cards, JetBlue cards, and Wells Fargo cards, along with examples of successful redemptions, including a Wyndham stay booked through Wells Fargo's 1:2 transfer ratio to Wyndham Rewards. 00:00 Podcast intro theme 00:32 Meet Matt Clausen 01:31 Rove stacking explained 03:05 Matt's points and miles origin story 06:15 Starting and navigating Chase rules 08:06 Rebuilding a card strategy 09:50 Best redemptions so far 11:11 Europe trip planning 13:16 Card issuer realities 14:19 Amex Graphite discussion 15:41 Support the show 19:48 Why Wells Fargo may be underrated 25:04 JetBlue Premier card discussion 30:07 Convincing the skeptics 35:01 Wrap-up and where to find Matt 35:49 Outro and credits —

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This Substack is reader-supported. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Gary Seligson: The Grammy-Winning Broadway Drummer Phil Collins Refused to Work WithoutPhil Collins snuck into a performance of Wicked one night without telling Gary Seligson he was coming.The next morning, he walked into Tarzan rehearsal and told the producers he didn't care who else they put in the band. There was one guy he wanted on drums. Not Chuck Burgi — who had literally replaced Phil Collins in Brand X and was calling in every favor he had to get the gig. Gary Seligson. The one he heard play in the theater when nobody knew he was watching.That's the kind of reputation you build over a career that most Broadway musicians would trade anything for.I chatted with Gary on August 24, 2021. The video is on the Broadway Drumming 101 YouTube channel. Now the audio is available everywhere you get your podcasts — Apple Podcasts, Spotify, wherever you listen.Gary is a Grammy Award winner who originated the drum books and recorded the cast albums for Aida, Wicked, Tarzan, A Little Princess, School of Rock, and Soft Power. He held the drum chair on Billy Elliot for over three years. He's on the Motown: The Musical cast recording playing percussion. His Broadway credits span more than two decades — from The Gershwins' Fascinating Rhythm in 1999 through Bob Fosse's Dancin' and Harmony in 2023. In 2025, he headed back out on the road with the Beauty and the Beast revival. He's also subbed on more than 20 Broadway productions, including Chicago, The Lion King, Les Misérables, Miss Saigon, Cats, and Rent.Gary grew up in West Orange, New Jersey, banging on his mother's pots and pans before his father bought him a tiny metal snare drum at age three. He studied with the same teacher from second grade through twelfth grade. He went to the Hartt School of Music in Hartford. He found his way to Gary Chester in New York, who completely rewired how he thought about the instrument, and then told him flat out: never leave town for more than four weeks.Gary took a touring gig anyway.Nine years on the road followed. And the moment he pulled into his mother's driveway after finally deciding to come home, the phone rang. It was Bob Billig calling about Chicago. That's how this business works when you've done the groundwork.We get into his first Broadway subbing experience at The King and I — walking into the pit two hours before curtain, sitting down at a drum set that felt completely foreign, getting thrown out by the stage manager before the show even started, then spending an hour and forty-five minutes walking around Midtown getting more nervous with every step. Trial by fire. He made the cut, and word traveled fast.We talk about what it felt like to play alongside Elton John in an Aida rehearsal room. We talk about Phil Collins tapping a pencil on a desk during Tarzan rehearsals — not even playing, just tapping — and how the groove was so wide the entire room felt it. And we talk about the moment Gary flew himself to San Francisco on JetBlue just to watch Wicked out of town, because he needed to know for himself whether to leave Aida for it.He knew by the first number.Gary is a Pearl Drums, Sabian Cymbals, Pro-Mark Sticks, Grover Percussion, and Remo Heads endorser, and has been featured in Modern Drummer and DRUM magazine multiple times.Press play. And if this episode gives you something, please leave us a glowing five-star review wherever you're listening. It takes 30 seconds and it means everything to the show.If you're serious about your own path in this industry, pick up Broadway Bound and Beyond at broadwayboundbook.com. Signed copies at signaturebrandworks.com.Clayton Craddock is the drummer for Cats: The Jellicle Ball on Broadway at the Broadhurst Theatre. He is also the founder of Broadway Drumming 101 and the author of Broadway Bound and Beyond: A Musician's Guide to Building a Theater Career.His Broadway credits include Memphis, Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill, Ain't Too Proud, and Cats: The Jellicle Ball, with additional credits spanning tick, tick…BOOM!, The Hippest Trip: The Soul Train Musical, and subbing on Rent, Motown, Evita, Avenue Q, and the Hadestown tour.Clayton has appeared on The View, Good Morning America, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, The Today Show, and the Tony Awards. He has performed with artists ranging from Chuck Berry and Ben E. King to Kristin Chenoweth and Norm Lewis.www.claytoncraddock.com Get full access to Broadway Drumming 101 at broadwaydrumming101.substack.com/subscribe

In an interview with Bloomberg at the IATA annual meeting in Rio de Janeiro, JetBlue CEO Joanna Geraghty said that consumer demand for air travel remains strong despite economic uncertainty. She also said "never say never" on potential airline consolidation. She spoke with host Lisa Abramowicz.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this eye-opening episode of Focused Healthy Family, Gina and Don sit down with Keith Slotter, retired FBI Special Agent and former Vice President of JetBlue, to discuss one of the fastest-growing threats facing families today: scams and fraud targeting seniors. Drawing from decades of investigative experience, Keith explains how telemarketing scams have evolved from simple phone calls into sophisticated operations powered by artificial intelligence, social media, email, text messaging, and the internet. He reveals where many of these scams originate, how criminals manipulate emotions such as fear and urgency, and why older adults are often prime targets. Keith also discusses several other common forms of fraud, such as impersonation scams, identity theft, and financial exploitation. Most importantly, he shares practical tips that seniors, caregivers, and family members can use to recognize warning signs, protect personal information, and avoid becoming victims. Whether you're caring for an aging loved one or simply want to better protect yourself and your family, this conversation offers valuable insights that could save you from financial loss and emotional hardship. Email: keith@slotterspeaks.com Website: www.slotterspeaks.com To see his Bio go to: https://www.focusedhealthyfamily.com/kslotter Everyone should go to:  www.ssa.gov  (this is different that what Keith said but he confirmed go to this site instead) #FocusedHealthyFamily #KeithSlotter #SeniorScams #FraudPrevention #CaregiverSupport #ElderCare #SeniorSafety #CyberSafety #FinancialProtection #IdentityTheft #RomanceScams #TelemarketingScams #AIFraud #OnlineSafety #FamilyCaregiving #AgingParents #ProtectOurSeniors #ScamAwareness #ConsumerProtection #PodcastLife

Guest Co-Host: Charles Duncan. Guest: Erik Olund, CEO, Sky Chefs. Also: A summary of the CAPA Airline Leader Summit in Charleston SC, Boeing Max7 closer to certification; What might happen with Spirit's LGA slots? SWA fare hikes holding; Scott Kirby downplays a JetBlue acquisition; Breeze expands at CHS; Listener feedback on Bryan Bedford's Biden Administration comment.

United's CEO slams merger speculation and delivers a brutal public assessment of JetBlue's finances, the U.S. government spent eight years producing a one-page PDF about passenger rights, and Expedia just bet big on one of YouTube's biggest streamers to win over Gen Z. On today's Skift Daily Briefing, Sarah Dandashy breaks down why Scott Kirby is done buying growth and betting that weaker airlines will simply hand United market share for free, why America's new passenger rights rule is a masterclass in doing the bare minimum while Europe has been paying travelers cash for delays since 2004, and why Expedia's IShowSpeed partnership signals that creator marketing has officially moved from experiment to core strategy across the travel industry. Articles Referenced: Honorable Mention: @AskAConcierge on IG United CEO Slams 'Idiotic' Theory He Used American Bid as Cover for Smaller Deal It Took Eight Years to Create a One-Page PDF for the U.S. Airline Industry Expedia x IShowSpeed: Why Brands Are Doubling Down on Creators Connect with Skift LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/skift/ WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaAL375LikgIXmNPYQ0L/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/skiftnews Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skiftnews/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@skiftnews Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/skiftnews.bsky.social X: https://twitter.com/skift Subscribe to @SkiftNews and never miss an update from the travel industry.

We speak with the founder and CEO of Points Path, which helps travelers get the most up-to-date pricing from both Google and airlines. Guest Julian Kheel is the founder and CEO of Points Path, a browser extension that helps you make informed travel purchases. Points Path performs the same flight search with Google Flights for each of its covered airlines, but requests prices in points or miles rather than cash. The results are then combined with Google's results, so you see the most up-to-date pricing available from both Google and the airlines themselves. In the free extension, Points Path offers award pricing for the frequent flyer programs of Alaska, American, Delta, JetBlue, and United. Paid Pro tier and Founders Club members also get access to Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Air France/KLM, Avianca, Emirates, Etihad, Qantas, Qatar, TAP Air Portugal, Virgin Atlantic, and Virgin Australia. All tiers include domestic and international flights on the airlines themselves, as well as flights with partner airlines. The free version of the Points Path extension includes real-time, true round-trip points pricing for US domestic airline programs, as well as bank transfer programs for those airlines, indicators when a transfer bonus is in effect, and deal recommendation arrows. Points Path Pro is a paid upgrade that adds more airlines, price-tracking alerts, a 7-day points calendar, and other features. Julian has extensive industry knowledge. He was previously Editorial Director of The Points Guy, as well as CNN's Senior Editor covering travel and credit card rewards, and also worked as a consultant for the “Big 3” airlines. He has appeared on CNBC's Squawk Box, Bloomberg Surveillance, and other TV programs to discuss frequent-flyer miles and has been quoted on travel rewards in The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, and many other national publications. Julian was kind enough to offer Airplane Geeks listeners a discount code for the Pro version. Use airplanegeeks15 at checkout. Hosts this Episode Max Flight, Brian Coleman, and our Main(e) Man Micah.

In this episode, we discuss:- Adama's trip on the inaugural JetBlue flight from Milano-Malpensa to Boston on what is now considered the longest JetBlue flight in the World. Justin has some questions!- We discuss Adama went on Imua One- We discussed Adama's trip to Europe and flying American Airlines internationally for the first time, and having a sour-tasting salad.- Adama took British 1st Class- Paige is back with her episodic Paige's Polls, and we discuss the sad loss of Spirit Airlines.- Finally, we had a special guest, Raleigh from St Louis ( @kseaflyer ), and he discussed a little bit about his Non-Rev life.

JetBlue Premier Credit Card Refresh: 100K Bonus, Mosaic Status Potential, $300 Travel Credit & BlueHouse Lounge Access Recorded in May 2026, Justin Vacula and returning co-host Darren discuss the refreshed JetBlue Premier Credit Card and whether it's worth the $499 annual fee. They explain the new limited-time 100,000 point welcome bonus, JetBlue Mosaic status opportunities, the annual 25-tile bonus, earning 1 tile per $1,000 in spend, and whether high spend on the card can make sense for travelers chasing Mosaic status. Justin and Darren also discuss key JetBlue Premier Card benefits, including the 15% points rebate after award travel, up to $300 in annual statement credits for hotels and car rentals booked through TrueBlue Travel, and JetBlue BlueHouse lounge access, with JFK open now, Boston expected in summer 2026, and Fort Lauderdale being discussed as a future lounge location. They also cover companion pass statement credits tied to $15,000 and $75,000 in annual spend, the $150 authorized user fee, Barclays approval standards, and downgrade options. Timestamps: 00:00 Podcast Intro Theme 00:32 JetBlue Premier Overview 02:23 100K Bonus Breakdown 04:17 Mosaic Status Math 09:00 Points Rebate And Credits 12:17 Earning Rates And Strategy 13:43 BlueHouse Lounge Access 15:29 Support The Show Break 18:15 Companion Pass Spend Perks 22:51 Fees, Authorized Users, And Approvals 27:14 Keeper Card Or Downgrade 29:16 JetBlue Flying Experience 30:38 DC Waldorf Trip Report 35:43 Wrap Up And Outro —

Wednesday Headlines: DFAT seeking confirmation on the welfare of Aussies on board flotilla reportedly taken by Israel Questions about BOM efficiency after Gold Coast rainfall Australia's 'biggest diphtheria outbreak’ in decades spreads into Qld, SA and WA SA politicians walk out of One Nation leader’s maiden speech Axing carparks in apartments could make them cheaper Deep Dive: A recent social media exchange between American airline JetBlue and a customer has sparked not only a broad conversation about how companies are watching us, but also a lawsuit. We know that our clicks are being tracked when we browse for things online and that data is being collected and used to set prices ... but this could be the first time it’s been openly admitted to. In this episode of The Briefing, Sacha Barbour Gatt is joined by marketing expert Professor Nitika Garg who explains exactly what surveillance pricing is and how it’s being – and could be used - against us. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @TheBriefingPodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The store already knows how much you are willing to pay. They are just waiting for the right moment to charge you that exact amount.

We talk a lot about the ultra-premium credit cards with expensive annual fees, but there are plenty of people interested in credit cards with more modest annual fees. Luckily, there are some great $95 credit cards that can be supplemented with fee-free cards for a great travel rewards strategy. Giant Mailbag(01:20) - Melissa writes in with a question about locking in Hyatt prices before May 20th(04:48) - Jonathan writes in offering a few key data points to update our Hyatt points advance article, which you can find hereCard News(08:48) - American Express adds $300 in ChatGPT credits on The Business Platinum Card® from American Express and American Express® Business Gold Cards(12:40) - See our updated resource for the best cards for Priority Pass hereCrazy Thing: Priority Pass Restaurants(16:04) - Priority Pass RestaurantsAwards, Points, and More(18:02) - Mastercard Launches Mastercard Airport Dining Experience (‘Taste By/Of Priceless' Airport Lounges)(22:13) - JetBlue and United Unlock Reciprocal Loyalty Benefits(25:51) - Read Nick's post about Citi Travel for rental cars here(30:49) - Read more about Sixt offering prepaid fuel for $49.99 for rentals in the US for Sixt ONE members here(34:31) - Points Path Pro now shows United discounted cardholder pricing(36:23) - Read more about how to keep airline miles and hotel points alive hereMain Event: Best $95 travel credit card combo(37:37) - We'll focus on which combination of credit cards might make sense for someone to use, but we'll stick to a $95 annual fee budget. We'll focus on transferable points and include cash back that can be converted to transferable points(40:27) - Capital One(42:21) - Chase(47:54) - Citi(52:03) - Wells Fargo(56:07) - Other considerations(1:01:05) - Best Mixed-Bank $95 Wallet(1:10:40) - Nick's pick for best $95 wallet(1:13:39) - Greg's pick for best $95 walletSubscribe and FollowVisit https://frequentmiler.com/subscribe/ to get updated on in-depth points and miles content like this, and don't forget to like and follow us on social media.Music Credit – “Ocean Deep” by Annie YoderMentioned in this episode:Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the worldThis podcast is part of Voyascape, a podcast network that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below.Voyascape Podcast NetworkFrequent Miler's Best Offers Pagehttps://frequentmiler.com/best-credit-card-offers/

Today's callers: Kristina in Florida wants to take her local pottery workshops nationwide. Then Jim from Colorado wonders if retail is right for his quick release camera straps. And Will in Ohio hopes his business will change what consumers expect from tool rental services. Thank you to the founders of Seagrass Pottery, Lemur Strap and Tool Club for being a part of our show.If you'd like to be featured on a future Advice Line episode—where Guy and former show guests take questions from early-stage founders—leave us a one-minute message that tells us about your business and a specific question you'd like answered. Send a voice memo to hibt@id.wondery.com or call 1-800-433-1298. And be sure to listen to our episodes with Chieh Huang of Boxed, Hernan Lopez of Wondery and David Neeleman of Jet Blue. This episode was produced by Kerry Thompson with music by Ramtin Arablouei. It was edited by John Isabella. Our audio engineer was Cena Loffredo.You can follow HIBT on X & Instagram and sign up for Guy's free newsletter at guyraz.com or on SubstackSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Watch Us On YouTube! Announcing a new, ongoing benefit for annual subscribers of our Slack community. Annual subscribers receive a free Points Path Alerts subscription OR a 30% discount on Points Path Pro. Airfare is getting expensive — sometimes shockingly so. This week on Miles To Go, Richard and Ed break down a surprising set of flight prices, including transcon fares that stretch well into four-figure territoryr. As demand patterns shift and airlines lean into premium seating, travelers are feeling the squeeze — especially on peak travel windows. They also dive into JetBlue's latest move: a targeted status match aimed at former Spirit Airlines elites. It's a smart play to capture displaced loyalty, but the path to keeping status may be tougher than it looks. Meanwhile, a real-world travel story highlights something you don't see every day — Southwest Airlines stepping up with exceptional customer service to get a delayed traveler on an earlier flight when other airlines likely wouldn't have. Plus, first impressions of a refreshed United breakfast offering (with mixed reviews), new international routes from Seattle, and why some airport lounges are still struggling with overcrowding. Get hydrated like Ed in Vegas with Nuun Use my Bilt Rewards link to sign-up and support the show! If you enjoy the podcast, I hope you'll take a moment to leave us a rating. That helps us grow our audience! If you're looking for a way to support the show, we'd love to have you join us in our Travel Slack Community.  Join me and other travel experts for informative conversations about the travel world, the best ways to use your miles and points, Zoom happy hours and exciting giveaways. Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month. Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/milestogopodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@milestogopodcast Ed Pizza: https://www.instagram.com/pizzainmotion/ Richard Kerr: https://www.instagram.com/kerrpoints/ ✈️ What We Cover in This Episode ✈️ JetBlue's status match opportunity Targeting former Spirit elites Mosaic 1 vs Mosaic 2 benefits Why earning status after the match may be difficult ✈️ The reality of airline pricing right now $1,000+ coach fares and $6,000 first class tickets Why long weekend travel is so expensive Demand patterns driving pricing ✈️ Southwest customer service surprise Getting on an earlier flight without a confirmed ticket Why this rarely happens on other airlines Where Southwest still stands out ✈️ United's updated breakfast offering A healthier approach to onboard meals Hits and misses in execution Why simpler catering may be the future ✈️ Delta's new Seattle international routes Barcelona and Rome launches Competing with Alaska in Seattle Why these routes may struggle ✈️ Airport lounge overcrowding Priority Pass lounge frustrations in Las Vegas Why crowding still hasn't been solved The tradeoff between access and experience ✈️ Travel quirks and airline operations Special recovery flights with unique flight numbers How airlines handle cancellations and maintenance A strange diversion story to Wichita ✈️ Disney travel deals return Discounted tickets and hotel rates When Disney can actually feel "affordable" Comparing Disney trips vs cruises ⏱️ Episode 436 Timestamps  0:49 – Intro and travel updates 6:30 – Southwest gets a passenger on an earlier flight 9:20 – United breakfast review (the "chia mystery") 12:10 – JetBlue status match details 18:30 – Why it's hard to keep JetBlue status 18:30 – Why it's hard to keep JetBlue status 21:50 – $1,000 coach and $6,000 first class fares 25:00 – Delta adds Seattle to Europe routes 30:30 – Priority Pass lounge overcrowding in Vegas 32:00 – Unique recovery flight numbers explained 33:00 – Weird diversion story to Wichita            

The collapse of Spirit Airlines means travelers have fewer options for flying out of Logan Airport. It also has big implications for JetBlue, one of the largest carriers in Boston.

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Spirit Airlines collapses after Democrats blocked its merger with JetBlue, sparking a bigger conversation about airline prices, travel chaos, oil shocks, and whether America is focusing on the wrong monopolies. Zach Abraham breaks down why rising fuel costs, Middle East tensions, and a “fake” stock market rally could mean even more financial pain ahead for […]

Spirit Airlines collapses after Democrats blocked its merger with JetBlue, sparking a bigger conversation about airline prices, travel chaos, oil shocks, and whether America is focusing on the wrong monopolies. Zach Abraham breaks down why rising fuel costs, Middle East tensions, and a “fake” stock market rally could mean even more financial pain ahead for everyday Americans. Schedule your FREE “Know Your Risk Portfolio Review” with Bulwark today at https://KnowYourRiskPodcast.comSubscribe and stay tuned for new episodes every weekday!Follow us here for more daily clips, updates, and commentary:YoutubeFacebookInstagramTikTokXLocalsMore InfoWebsite

Watch Us On YouTube! Announcing a new, ongoing benefit for annual subscribers of our Slack community. Annual subscribers receive a free Points Path Alerts subscription OR a 30% discount on Points Path Pro. It finally happened — Spirit Airlines is gone. This week on Miles To Go, Ed and Richard break down what the shutdown of Spirit Airlines means for travelers, employees, and the broader airline industry. From emotional final flights to stranded passengers scrambling for alternatives, the ripple effects are already being felt — and the response from other airlines hasn't exactly made things easier. So-called "rescue fares" sound helpful in theory, but in practice, they've offered limited relief for travelers trying to rebook last-minute trips. They also explore the bigger picture: what losing a major low-cost carrier means for competition, pricing, and access to travel — especially for families and budget-conscious flyers who relied on Spirit to make trips possible. Meanwhile, Delta is dealing with operational issues of its own, with an unusual spike in cancellations and reliability concerns that highlight how fragile airline operations can be. Plus, real-world travel frustrations — from rideshare chaos at Newark to the rising cost of simply getting to the airport — and why the overall travel experience keeps getting more expensive and more complicated. Get hydrated like Ed in Vegas with Nuun Use my Bilt Rewards link to sign-up and support the show! If you enjoy the podcast, I hope you'll take a moment to leave us a rating. That helps us grow our audience! If you're looking for a way to support the show, we'd love to have you join us in our Travel Slack Community.  Join me and other travel experts for informative conversations about the travel world, the best ways to use your miles and points, Zoom happy hours and exciting giveaways. Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month. Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/milestogopodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@milestogopodcast Ed Pizza: https://www.instagram.com/pizzainmotion/ Richard Kerr: https://www.instagram.com/kerrpoints/ ✈️ What We Cover in This Episode   ✈️ What We Cover in This Episode ✈️ The end of Spirit Airlines Final flights and emotional send-offs What happens to employees and crews Why Spirit mattered more than people realized ✈️ The real impact on travelers Families and budget travelers losing affordable options Trips that simply won't happen anymore Why competition matters for pricing ✈️ "Rescue fares" that don't really help Limited availability and restrictive windows United, Delta, American vs JetBlue approaches Why this was a missed opportunity ✈️ Airlines scrambling to fill the gap JetBlue adding routes immediately Frontier and Breeze stepping in What happens to key markets like Fort Lauderdale ✈️ Delta's operational struggles Spike in cancellations compared to competitors Staffing and reliability concerns A noticeable shift from Delta's usual performance ✈️ Empty planes and shifting demand Surprisingly light loads on recent flights Capacity cuts vs soft demand What this could signal for pricing ✈️ The rising cost of travel $130 rides to the airport Why logistics are getting more expensive The hidden costs beyond airfare ✈️ Airline cost-cutting trends Cutting drink service on short flights Potential cuts to premium amenities How airlines are squeezing margins ⏱️ Episode 435 Timestamps  0:48 – Intro and quick travel recap 4:00 – Newark rideshare chaos and rising costs 7:52 – Points Path win: saving 60,000 miles 10:37 – Spirit Airlines officially shuts down 11:17 – Rebooking chaos and lack of real "rescue fares" 13:30 – Why airlines missed a big opportunity 15:57 – Empty flights and surprising demand trends 18:50 – Airlines moving quickly to replace Spirit routes 21:29 – Fort Lauderdale and shifting airline strategy 29:53 – Delta's cancellation spike and reliability issues             ⏱️ Episode 432 Timestamps 0:48 – Welcome back & rough week recap 5:20 – Planning the Hong Kong trip 10:00 – Upgrade strategy and long-haul flight experience 15:00 – Victoria Peak and how it's changed 20:00 – Big Buddha and Lantau Island experience 25:00 – Hong Kong Disneyland highlights and tips 30:00 – Comparing Hong Kong to past visits 35:00 – Why Hong Kong feels different today 38:30 – 6 flights in 3 days: brutal travel run 43:00 – Airline Wi-Fi failures vs Starlink success

Raanan Hershberg is a stand-up comedian. His special Morbidly Jewish is out now on YouTube, and his short film Memory Room premieres May 8th at 7 PM EST on YouTube. Follow him on socials @raanancomedy.IN THE NEWS: Spirit Airlines shuts down amid a wave of finger-pointing, with Trump officials blaming the Biden administration's blocked JetBlue merger while Spirit cites rising fuel costs tied to the Iran conflict—leaving roughly 17,000 people out of work and thousands of travelers stranded. Meanwhile, California faces mounting pressure as the last oil tanker from the Middle East arrives in Long Beach, raising concerns about fuel shortages and skyrocketing gas prices along the West Coast. On top of that, new claims emerge that $100 million tied to the Pacific Palisades fire may have been funneled to NGOs, adding another layer of controversy to the state's ongoing issues.Get it on.Join Dave Rubin and Ron DeSantis live on June 11 at The Fillmore Miami Beach for a rare, unfiltered conversation on Florida's rise and what comes next. Featuring Adam Carolla, Ben Shapiro, and Jillian Michaels, this is a one-night-only event you won't want to miss. Get tickets now: Daverubin.com/eventsFOR MORE RANAAN HERSHBERG:SHORT FILM: Memory Room World premiere May 8th On Youtube at 7PM EST SPECIAL: Morbidly JewishOUT ON YOUTUBEINSTAGRAM: @raanancomedyFOR MORE WITH ELISHA KRAUSS:INSTAGRAM: @elishakraussWEBSITE: elishakrauss.com JOURNAL: https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/author/elisha-krauss/LIVE SHOWS: May 8 - Las Vegas, NV (2 Shows)May 9 - Las Vegas, NV (2 Shows)May 14 - Covina, CA (Live Podcast)May 15 - Visalia, CAMay 16 - Modesto, CAThank you for supporting our sponsors:BetOnlineExclusive $25-off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/CAROLLA. Promo Code CAROLLAMarathonRewards.comoreillyauto.com/ADAMpluto.tvSimpliSafe.com/ADAMSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Patrick Bet-David and the panel torch Elizabeth Warren, Pete Buttigieg, and Merrick Garland after Spirit Airlines shuts down, arguing Biden's DOJ killed a JetBlue merger that could have saved 15,000 jobs, lowered fares, and kept a real low‑cost competitor in the sky.

In this episode, Scott Becker examines Spirit Airlines' bankruptcy, highlighting rising costs, financial struggles, and how the blocked JetBlue merger may have left the company more vulnerable.

American capital markets are celebrated on this podcast -- as they should be by anyone who values a free and virtuous society. Rule of law is a vital component to upholding the effect strong capital markets have on our economy. The DOJ blocking of a Jet Blue acquisition of Spirit Airlines did not avoid two bankruptcies -- it created one. And on today's podcast, we prove it. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Get $200 after making your first $500 payment with Melio! (affiliate) https://www.milestomemories.com/go/melio Spirit Airlines is gone, and even travelers who avoided Spirit may feel it in their wallets. Shawn and Mark talk through the fallout for cheap flights, the JetBlue and Frontier merger mess, and why low-cost carriers have such a hard time making the model work in the U.S. They also get into JetBlue's pricing lawsuit, data tracking worries, a robot that bought its own Southwest seat, and the cheap travel items that actually earn space in the bag. Yes, that includes Benji's forever stamp. What we cover: Spirit Airlines disappearing and what it means for airfare Why JetBlue, Frontier and Spirit all ended up tied together in this story The difference between Ryanair, Allegiant and the U.S. low-cost model JetBlue's lawsuit over pricing, cookies and tracking claims Whether airline pricing algorithms and shared pricing data hurt consumers A robot flying Southwest with its own seat Cheap and free travel items worth packing, from plastic bags to backup headphones Episode Guide: 0:00 - Welcome to MTM Travel 0:20 - Spirit Airlines disappears 3:06 - The JetBlue and Frontier merger fallout 5:02 - Why U.S. low-cost carriers struggle 7:45 - What losing Spirit means for fares 10:38 - Low-cost carriers need a new plan 12:30 - JetBlue lawsuit and pricing tracking claims 15:47 - A robot gets its own Southwest seat 17:06 - Cheap and free travel items worth packing 21:00 - The travel gear we actually keep packed 24:10 - Freebies, bottle openers and fancy hotel pens Track your travel credit cards for free Free newsletter Join our free Facebook group Diamond Patreon - bonus shows + Slack community Gold Membership Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Miles to Memories website

Merger Blocked by Antitrust Action: JetBlue offered $3.8 billion to acquire Spirit in 2022. Shareholders, unions, and both companies supported the merger. The DOJ and Department of Transportation, urged by Elizabeth Warren and supported by Buttigieg and Biden, sued to stop it. A federal judge blocked the merger in January 2024. Consequences Claimed: Spirit declared bankruptcy and shut down, leading to: ~17,000 direct job losses Estimated 40,000+ indirect jobs affected Loss of service to dozens of smaller cities Reduced airline competition and higher fares on former Spirit routes (examples cited include increases of 15–66%). Critique of Antitrust Reasoning: Speakers argue antitrust law should protect consumers, not competitors. They claim the DOJ incorrectly defined the market as “ultra‑low‑cost airlines” instead of the broader airline market, making Spirit and JetBlue appear dominant when they were actually small players. They assert the decision strengthened the Big Four airlines (American, Delta, United, Southwest), which already control ~75–80% of the market. Rebuttal to Alternative Explanations: Democrats are criticized for blaming Spirit’s failure on fuel price increases or Trump-era policies. The speakers argue fuel price volatility affects all airlines and that Spirit would have been better positioned to withstand it with the merger funds. Internal Democratic Dissent: A Biden White House policy official publicly questioned whether blocking the merger was the right decision, though later softened the statement—used as evidence of internal doubts. Government Bailout Rejected: A proposed $500M government bailout (for 90% ownership) was discussed but rejected. The speakers strongly oppose government ownership of airlines, labeling it socialism and economically incompetent. Broader Ideological Argument: The collapse is framed as an example of government overreach, poor understanding of business, and ideological decision-making harming workers and consumers. The episode is used to argue that free‑market competition—not government control—is essential to lower prices and innovation. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verdictwithtedcruz X: https://x.com/tedcruz X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The UN has a tribute to women on International Workers Day. In the words of Norm McDonald: sounds like some Commie gobbledygook. Spirit Airlines is no longer, and it's time to say goodbye to one of the worst airlines out there. Frontier, Jet Blue, now is your time. The JP Morgan scandal has hit the news cycle hard. Here's what you've been missing. As the Iran war reaches the 65 day mark, we'll take a look at where things stand. GUEST: Josh Firestine Link to today's sources: https://www.louderwithcrowder.com/sources-may-4-2026 Let my sponsor American Financing help you regain control of your finances. NMLS #182334 nmlsconsumeraccess.org. APR for rates in the 5s start at 6.327% for well qualified borrowers. Call 800-974-6500 for details about credit, costs and terms. Visit http://www.AmericanFinancing.net/Crowder. Average savings based on borrowers who save over $199.99 Go to http://kalshi.com/crowder and get a $10 credit to trade on any market of your choosing! Share clips from the show & compete to get a mention on the show! Where to get clips: Telegram: http://t.me/LWCClips Discord: https://discord.gg/nfRAZxEbAV Submit link for tracking: https://forms.gle/HZwz7Q7C9hkHecxTA Foundation Daily is made up of premium ingredients to reduce inflammation and stress and promote clean energy and mental clarity. Subscribe now and receive 40% off for life. https://foundationdaily.com/ DOWNLOAD THE RUMBLE APP TODAY: https://rumble.com/our-apps Join Rumble Premium to watch this show every day! http://louderwithcrowder.com/Premium Get your favorite LWC gear: https://crowdershop.com/ Bite-Sized Content: https://rumble.com/c/CrowderBits Subscribe to my podcast: https://feeds.libsyn.com/576250/rss FOLLOW ME: Website: https://louderwithcrowder.com/ X: https://x.com/scrowder Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/louderwithcrowder Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stevencrowderofficial Music by @Pogo

Spirit Airlines shuts down after years of financial strain and a blocked JetBlue merger during the Biden administration, canceling all flights overnight and stranding passengers as rivals step in to help. President Trump rejects Iran's latest peace proposal, while launching “Project Freedom” to guide ships through the Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions and surging gas prices. Senate candidate Mallory McMorrow of Michigan faces scrutiny over resurfaced tweets criticizing the Midwest and questions about voting in California. A historic Kentucky Derby sees long-shot Golden Tempo surge to victory, delivering the first win for a female trainer and a rare one-two finish for jockey brothers.   Supersure Insurance: Simplify your business insurance and get a free coverage report at https://Supersure.com/Megyn   Pure Talk: Dial #250 and say keyword MEGYN KELLY to switch to Pure Talk and get unlimited data for just $34.99 a month! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Glenn discusses the total shutdown of Spirit Airlines and how, due to the Left's actions, the little guy is now suffering as one of the sole affordable airlines has now disappeared. Glenn puts the Spirit Airlines shutdown solely on the shoulders of people like Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) for blocking the merger of Spirit and JetBlue, which has led to fewer travel options. DOJ Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights Harmeet Dhillon joins the show to discuss the bombshell new report that reveals the anti-Christian bias and discrimination that occurred during Joe Biden's presidency. Glenn discusses the concerning progression of left-wing violence as attempts on President Trump's life continue to increase. Glenn dives into his Ellis Island event and plays a clip of his speech, where he told the story of the greatest immigration to America of all time. Glenn looks into the lawsuit against the Democratic fundraising platform ActBlue, filed by Texas Attorney General and Senate candidate Ken Paxton (R). Former investment banker Carol Roth joins to discuss why gas prices rose despite President Trump announcing that the Strait of Hormuz is open for ships to pass through. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy just went off on the Biden administration and Pete Buttigieg for the shocking collapse of Spirit Airlines. Spirit Airlines officially shut down operations after 34 years, leaving passengers stranded and 17,000 workers without jobs. Duffy made it crystal clear on national TV: “Spirit tried to merge with JetBlue. The Joe Biden-Pete Buttigieg administration and DOJ tanked that deal. Immediately after that, they filed for bankruptcy.” This wasn't just bad luck — it was the predictable result of Biden-era policies that prioritized ideology over American jobs and affordable travel. While the Trump administration tried to step in with support, the damage from the previous four years was already done. We also cover: Senator John Fetterman's approval rating is NOT good. Why are conservatives attacking the LDS Church? NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman on moon base.  When will the SAVE America Act be passed? Gavin Newsom is suing Fox News. Republicans and conservatives have been warning about this for years — big government interference always hurts working Americans the most. Drop a

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Clay Travis reacts to the collapse of Spirit Airlines and rips the government for blocking the JetBlue merger, breaks down record Kentucky Derby ratings, and explains why live sports are thriving. Plus, thoughts on the Braves' historic start, Amazon's move into college basketball, best cities for young grads, and a wild look at Iran's “mine-carrying dolphins.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

──────────────────────────────────────── [00:02:10] Kuwait Exported Zero Barrels of Oil — First Time Since the 1991 Gulf War Kuwait declared force majeure four days after Trump's blockade — exports have fallen to zero for the first time since Saddam's forces invaded Kuwait in 1990. ──────────────────────────────────────── [00:09:55] Trump Is Bragging the US Is "Like Pirates" — Iran Used Exactly That Language First Iran complained to the UN the US is engaged in piracy — Trump agreed on stage, boasting it's profitable to be a pirate and admitting the US is a rogue state. ──────────────────────────────────────── [00:25:13] Spirit Airlines Gone — JetBlue, Frontier, Allegiant, and American Airlines All at Elevated Bankruptcy Risk Jet fuel up more than 50% has taken Spirit down — JetBlue's bankruptcy odds are over 75%, Frontier at 45–50%, Allegiant at 37%, American Airlines at 3–15%. Knight: Trump doing more damage to airlines than 9-11. ──────────────────────────────────────── [00:35:33] Ex-CIA Analyst: Hegseth Is Lying — 52 Iranian Vessels Crossed His "Ironclad" Blockade in 72 Hours Hegseth called the blockade "ironclad" — Larry Johnson says Iranian ships hug within 50 miles of their coast while the US Navy stays 200 miles offshore; 52 vessels crossed in 72 hours. ──────────────────────────────────────── [00:47:04] US Launched 45 Armed Attacks in International Waters Killing 157 People — Pentagon Says IACHR "Strayed Outside Its Mandate" The Inter-American Commission says the US launched 45 armed attacks killing an estimated 157 people in international waters — the Pentagon said the IACHR had "strayed outside its mandate." Knight: projection. ──────────────────────────────────────── [01:06:03] US Spent $2 Trillion in Two Months on the Iran War — Matching 20 Years of Afghanistan At $684 million per day — more than twice the Iraq War's $300 million per day — the US burned through roughly $2 trillion in two months, matching Afghanistan over 20 years. ──────────────────────────────────────── [01:10:24] War Powers Act 60-Day Clock Expired — Trump Declared "Conflict Over" to Sidestep Congressional Authorization The 60-day deadline arrived Friday and Trump declared the conflict over to avoid congressional approval — Republican allies argued ceasefire days don't count, extending the window indefinitely. ──────────────────────────────────────── [01:18:18] Eric Trump Backed a $1.5 Billion Merger With Israeli Drone Company Xtend AI Robotics — "Even a Child Can Fly It" Xtend, an Israeli AI drone company, announced a $1.5 billion merger backed by Eric Trump — the sales pitch: anyone, including children, can fly the killer drones. ──────────────────────────────────────── [01:26:34] Ben Shapiro's Daily Wire Lost Over 60% of Staff — YouTube Views Down 85% From Peak The Daily Wire shed over 60% of its workforce — YouTube views down roughly 85% from their late 2023 peak. Knight: Shapiro jumped the snark, becoming a lobbyist for Israel. ──────────────────────────────────────── [01:49:00] Richard Dawkins Declares Claude Conscious — Knight: Consistent With His Life's Work Conflating Intelligence With Consciousness Dawkins spent three days failing to convince himself that Claude is not conscious — calls the AI "Claudia." Knight: the man who attributed infinite complexity to random chance has been taken in by a text predictor; professing to be wise, he became a fool. ──────────────────────────────────────── Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silver For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code “KNIGHT” For high quality made in America products go to HomeSteadProducts.shop and use promo code “Knight” for 10% off your purchases Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.com If you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-show Or you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-david-knight-show--2653468/support.

On this episode of Fox Across America, Jimmy Failla reacts to Spirit Airlines permanently grounding its fleet, and explains how this whole catastrophe could have been avoided if the Biden administration hadn't blocked a merger between Spirit and JetBlue. Host of “BT Unleashed” on YouTube Brandon Tierney checks in to reflect on the legendary career of the late New York Yankees announcer John Sterling. PLUS, Fox News Anchor Chanley Painter stops by to describe what it was like being called into action to cover the breaking news after a shooting took place at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. [00:00:00] Spirit Airlines permanently ceases operations [00:38:05] Dems begin to rally around Graham Platner [00:56:30] Brandon Tierney [01:15:25] More crazy reactions to SCOTUS gerrymandering decision [01:33:30] Chanley Painter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former NYC mayor Rudy Giuliani is turning the corner slightly after being hospitalized with a serious bout of pneumonia. Sad news for Yankees fans, legendary announcer John Sterling has died at 87. Big shakeup in the skies: Spirit Airlines has completely shut down. Mark believes that Pete Buttigieg and Elizabeth Warren were major players in the behind-the-scenes drama that led to Spirit's troubles. Mark takes your calls! Mark interviews Fox News contributor Liz Peek. They talk about how Spirit Airlines might've been saved if the JetBlue merger had gone through, and Liz doesn't hold back on her frustration with Mayor Mamdani; she says he's not doing his homework, especially on the rent freeze affecting thousands of New Yorkers. Tensions are still sky-high in the Strait of Hormuz as the war between the US and Iran drags on. Word is Iran's missile stockpile has only grown since fighting started back in February.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They talk about how Spirit Airlines might've been saved if the JetBlue merger had gone through, and Liz doesn't hold back on her frustration with Mayor Mamdani; she says he's not doing his homework, especially on the rent freeze affecting thousands of New Yorkers. Tensions are still sky-high in the Strait of Hormuz as the war between the US and Iran drags on. Word is Iran's missile stockpile has only grown since fighting started back in February.

Former NYC mayor Rudy Giuliani is turning the corner slightly after being hospitalized with a serious bout of pneumonia. Sad news for Yankees fans, legendary announcer John Sterling has died at 87. Big shakeup in the skies: Spirit Airlines has completely shut down. Mark believes that Pete Buttigieg and Elizabeth Warren were major players in the behind-the-scenes drama that led to Spirit's troubles. Mark interviews Fox News contributor Liz Peek. They talk about how Spirit Airlines might've been saved if the JetBlue merger had gone through, and Liz doesn't hold back on her frustration with Mayor Mamdani; she says he's not doing his homework, especially on the rent freeze affecting thousands of New Yorkers. Tensions are still sky-high in the Strait of Hormuz as the war between the US and Iran drags on. Word is Iran's missile stockpile has only grown since fighting started back in February. Over the weekend, Devil Wears Prada 2 pulled in around $78 million at the box office. No surprise, the buzz for this movie is huge right now! Mark shares some insider scoop on Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, what really goes on behind the scenes, and let's just say, there's some hypocrisy you'll want to hear about. We also get an update on assassin Cole Allen's motives for the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting. And in breaking news, Iran has reportedly shot down a US ship in the Strait of Hormuz. Mark interviews author Ann Coulter. Mark interviews author Ann Coulter. They dive into Mayor Mamdani's latest plan to add more land on Park Avenue—a move that's got a lot of people worried about even worse traffic, despite the mayor's belief that making the area a bigger hotspot is good for the city. Ann also warns that a wealth tax could be on the horizon and says Mamdani's second year in office will be one to watch. Plus, she makes the case that cutting TSA funding could save the government billions.

Former NYC mayor Rudy Giuliani is turning the corner slightly after being hospitalized with a serious bout of pneumonia. Sad news for Yankees fans, legendary announcer John Sterling has died at 87. Big shakeup in the skies: Spirit Airlines has completely shut down. Mark believes that Pete Buttigieg and Elizabeth Warren were major players in the behind-the-scenes drama that led to Spirit's troubles. Mark takes your calls! Mark interviews Fox News contributor Liz Peek. They talk about how Spirit Airlines might've been saved if the JetBlue merger had gone through, and Liz doesn't hold back on her frustration with Mayor Mamdani; she says he's not doing his homework, especially on the rent freeze affecting thousands of New Yorkers. Tensions are still sky-high in the Strait of Hormuz as the war between the US and Iran drags on. Word is Iran's missile stockpile has only grown since fighting started back in February.

They talk about how Spirit Airlines might've been saved if the JetBlue merger had gone through, and Liz doesn't hold back on her frustration with Mayor Mamdani; she says he's not doing his homework, especially on the rent freeze affecting thousands of New Yorkers. Tensions are still sky-high in the Strait of Hormuz as the war between the US and Iran drags on. Word is Iran's missile stockpile has only grown since fighting started back in February.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former NYC mayor Rudy Giuliani is turning the corner slightly after being hospitalized with a serious bout of pneumonia. Sad news for Yankees fans, legendary announcer John Sterling has died at 87. Big shakeup in the skies: Spirit Airlines has completely shut down. Mark believes that Pete Buttigieg and Elizabeth Warren were major players in the behind-the-scenes drama that led to Spirit's troubles. Mark interviews Fox News contributor Liz Peek. They talk about how Spirit Airlines might've been saved if the JetBlue merger had gone through, and Liz doesn't hold back on her frustration with Mayor Mamdani; she says he's not doing his homework, especially on the rent freeze affecting thousands of New Yorkers. Tensions are still sky-high in the Strait of Hormuz as the war between the US and Iran drags on. Word is Iran's missile stockpile has only grown since fighting started back in February. Over the weekend, Devil Wears Prada 2 pulled in around $78 million at the box office. No surprise, the buzz for this movie is huge right now! Mark shares some insider scoop on Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, what really goes on behind the scenes, and let's just say, there's some hypocrisy you'll want to hear about. We also get an update on assassin Cole Allen's motives for the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting. And in breaking news, Iran has reportedly shot down a US ship in the Strait of Hormuz. Mark interviews author Ann Coulter. Mark interviews author Ann Coulter. They dive into Mayor Mamdani's latest plan to add more land on Park Avenue—a move that's got a lot of people worried about even worse traffic, despite the mayor's belief that making the area a bigger hotspot is good for the city. Ann also warns that a wealth tax could be on the horizon and says Mamdani's second year in office will be one to watch. Plus, she makes the case that cutting TSA funding could save the government billions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on Stinchfield, we expose the real reason Spirit Airlines crashed and burned and it’s not gas prices. The Biden DOJ’s decision to block the JetBlue merger was the final nail in the coffin for a struggling airline. Democrats unreasonable fear of monopolies and big conglomerates is part of the issue. Free markets should be just that. Dominance should be applauded. Where monopiles become problems is when government creates them through a bureaucratic licensing and regulatory system that literally creates the winners and losers. Add to that an unsustainable business model that catered almost exclusively to the lowest-cost travelers, and it’s no wonder Spirit became a punchline rather than a preferred airline. Join us as we break down the policies, missteps, and political interference that sealed Spirit’s fate—and why the airline’s demise is a warning about government overreach and bad business decisions.

──────────────────────────────────────── [00:02:10] Kuwait Exported Zero Barrels of Oil — First Time Since the 1991 Gulf War Kuwait declared force majeure four days after Trump's blockade — exports have fallen to zero for the first time since Saddam's forces invaded Kuwait in 1990. ──────────────────────────────────────── [00:09:55] Trump Is Bragging the US Is "Like Pirates" — Iran Used Exactly That Language First Iran complained to the UN the US is engaged in piracy — Trump agreed on stage, boasting it's profitable to be a pirate and admitting the US is a rogue state. ──────────────────────────────────────── [00:25:13] Spirit Airlines Gone — JetBlue, Frontier, Allegiant, and American Airlines All at Elevated Bankruptcy Risk Jet fuel up more than 50% has taken Spirit down — JetBlue's bankruptcy odds are over 75%, Frontier at 45–50%, Allegiant at 37%, American Airlines at 3–15%. Knight: Trump doing more damage to airlines than 9-11. ──────────────────────────────────────── [00:35:33] Ex-CIA Analyst: Hegseth Is Lying — 52 Iranian Vessels Crossed His "Ironclad" Blockade in 72 Hours Hegseth called the blockade "ironclad" — Larry Johnson says Iranian ships hug within 50 miles of their coast while the US Navy stays 200 miles offshore; 52 vessels crossed in 72 hours. ──────────────────────────────────────── [00:47:04] US Launched 45 Armed Attacks in International Waters Killing 157 People — Pentagon Says IACHR "Strayed Outside Its Mandate" The Inter-American Commission says the US launched 45 armed attacks killing an estimated 157 people in international waters — the Pentagon said the IACHR had "strayed outside its mandate." Knight: projection. ──────────────────────────────────────── [01:06:03] US Spent $2 Trillion in Two Months on the Iran War — Matching 20 Years of Afghanistan At $684 million per day — more than twice the Iraq War's $300 million per day — the US burned through roughly $2 trillion in two months, matching Afghanistan over 20 years. ──────────────────────────────────────── [01:10:24] War Powers Act 60-Day Clock Expired — Trump Declared "Conflict Over" to Sidestep Congressional Authorization The 60-day deadline arrived Friday and Trump declared the conflict over to avoid congressional approval — Republican allies argued ceasefire days don't count, extending the window indefinitely. ──────────────────────────────────────── [01:18:18] Eric Trump Backed a $1.5 Billion Merger With Israeli Drone Company Xtend AI Robotics — "Even a Child Can Fly It" Xtend, an Israeli AI drone company, announced a $1.5 billion merger backed by Eric Trump — the sales pitch: anyone, including children, can fly the killer drones. ──────────────────────────────────────── [01:26:34] Ben Shapiro's Daily Wire Lost Over 60% of Staff — YouTube Views Down 85% From Peak The Daily Wire shed over 60% of its workforce — YouTube views down roughly 85% from their late 2023 peak. Knight: Shapiro jumped the snark, becoming a lobbyist for Israel. ──────────────────────────────────────── [01:49:00] Richard Dawkins Declares Claude Conscious — Knight: Consistent With His Life's Work Conflating Intelligence With Consciousness Dawkins spent three days failing to convince himself that Claude is not conscious — calls the AI "Claudia." Knight: the man who attributed infinite complexity to random chance has been taken in by a text predictor; professing to be wise, he became a fool. ──────────────────────────────────────── Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silver For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code “KNIGHT” For high quality made in America products go to HomeSteadProducts.shop and use promo code “Knight” for 10% off your purchases Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.com If you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-show Or you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-david-knight-show--5282736/support.

Spirit Airlines is gone. And Washington is already trying to blame everyone else. In this Good Morning Liberty breakdown, Nate and Chuck look at the collapse of Spirit Airlines, the blocked JetBlue merger, Elizabeth Warren's "Biden win for flyers," Robert Reich's airline consolidation argument, and the government's very normal habit of breaking things in the name of helping consumers. Was it fuel prices? Was it the Biden DOJ blocking the JetBlue Spirit merger? Was it bad business? The answer from GML: there is blame to go around, but the deeper problem is politicians and regulators having the power to jack with markets in the first place. Spirit Airlines, JetBlue, airline antitrust, Elizabeth Warren, Robert Reich, airline consolidation, consumer prices, and the myth of government-managed competition all collide in this one. Chapters: 00:00 Good Morning Liberty intro 00:01 Spirit Airlines is done 00:03 The left and right fight over blame 00:06 Both sides are a little bit right 00:07 The DOJ blocking the merger 00:09 Spirit CEO on the JetBlue offer 00:11 Was the merger actually "illegal"? 00:14 Sean Duffy, Biden DOJ, and competition 00:16 Government got involved, travelers lost 00:20 Robert Reich's airline argument 00:27 Airline deregulation and cheaper airfare 00:40 Elizabeth Warren's "win for flyers" ages badly Watch All Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi78svKlBr_8o0dDOX8DxO_Wwxu6WYhhA Watch Host Favorites: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi78svKlBr__Zu40RL7mWxCuOOe54zgy2 Join the Fed Haters Club @ joingml.com All links @ gml.bio.link Subscribe, like, comment, and share. Then leave a rating and review on the podcast app because unlike Spirit, we are still accepting baggage.  

This episode is presented by Create A Video – My YouTube channel was terminated this weekend with no evidence of any violations. It turns out, I am part of a large group of content creators who had their channels nuked. And nobody can explain why. Plus, after the Biden Administration blocked  a merger between Spirit and JetBlue airlines, one of the low-cost carriers went belly-up and closed down this weekend.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--6946691/support.Subscribe to the podcast All the links to Pete's Prep are free!Get exclusive content here!Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code!Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com  

Today's callers: Barbara in Massachusetts wonders how her nutrition education theater company might live on past her own involvement. Then Jeff in Illinois looks to carry the momentum from his Ninja Warrior-inspired gyms to form a professional league around the sport. And Vince in Virginia weighs the risks from introducing new SKUs for his men's organic underwear brand.Plus, David breaks down the resource management necessary to keep an airline aloft as rising fuel prices grip the industry.Thank you to the founders of FoodPlay Productions, Ultimate Ninjas, and Gotchies for being a part of our show.If you'd like to be featured on a future Advice Line episode, leave us a one-minute message that tells us about your business and a specific question you'd like answered. Send a voice memo to hibt@id.wondery.com or call 1-800-433-1298.And be sure to listen to JetBlue's founding story as told by David in 2019.This episode was produced by Sam Paulson with music by Ramtin Arablouei. It was edited by Casey Herman. Our audio engineer was Kwesi Lee.You can follow HIBT on X & Instagram and sign up for Guy's free newsletter at guyraz.com or on Substack.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bonus Episode for Apr. 30. A surge in oil prices is weighing on profits from airlines. Financial results from American Airlines, JetBlue, United and Delta give insight into how the industry is passing on those higher fuel costs to consumers. Wall Street Journal airlines reporter Alison Sider discusses whether demand for travel is changing and the divide between budget airlines and the rest of the industry.  WSJ travel reporter Jacob Passy hosts this special bonus episode of What's News in Earnings, where we dig into companies' earnings reports and analyst calls to find out what's going on under the hood of the American economy. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meet my friends, Clay Travis and Buck Sexton! If you love Verdict, the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show might also be in your audio wheelhouse. Politics, news analysis, and some pop culture and comedy thrown in too. Here’s a sample episode recapping four takeaways. Give the guys a listen and then follow and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Iran's Game Plan Breaking news out of Virginia, where a state circuit court judge blocked certification of the voter‑approved redistricting referendum that would have shifted the state’s congressional map from a 6–5 split to a 10–1 Democratic advantage. The judge ruled the process unconstitutional, citing violations of Virginia’s constitutional requirements, improper use of a special legislative session, insufficient public notice, and what the court called a misleading ballot question. Clay and Buck explain why this ruling could derail the entire redistricting effort and force rapid intervention by the Virginia Supreme Court and possibly the U.S. Supreme Court. They emphasize that the legal uncertainty threatens election timelines, ballot preparation, and primary contests, turning Virginia into a potential national test case for how far courts will allow mid‑cycle redistricting to go. Clay Travis and Buck Sexton then pivot to Iran and global security, with extensive analysis of President Donald Trump’s statements on the situation in the Strait of Hormuz. The hosts examine Trump’s claim that the U.S. controls maritime traffic and is enforcing an effective blockade until Iran produces a deal, while also noting severe internal divisions inside Iran between hardliners, the IRGC, and civilian negotiators. Clay explains why Iran’s leadership crisis complicates diplomacy, while Buck lays out in detail how the blockade is inflicting devastating economic harm—particularly through Iran’s limited oil storage capacity and the long‑term damage caused by halting production. Resistance Judiciary Clay and Buck discuss the idea that the judiciary has become a de facto political actor, particularly during the Trump era. Buck describes what the hosts call a “resistance judiciary,” with judges using injunctions and procedural rulings to halt policy even when cases are likely to be overturned later. They contrast this trend with the Supreme Court’s role, warning that without a conservative majority, constitutional interpretation itself would become unrecognizable. The Virginia redistricting case is used as the most recent example of how a single judge can temporarily upend elections, legislative plans, and national strategy. They then pivot into an extended and highly critical discussion of Spirit Airlines and the blocked JetBlue merger, which Clay describes as one of the clearest examples of judicial failure in recent years. Clay explains how Spirit agreed to a multibillion‑dollar acquisition by JetBlue, warned that bankruptcy was inevitable without the merger, and then saw the deal halted after the Biden administration sued on antitrust grounds. A federal judge sided with the government, rejecting Spirit’s warning—only for the airline to file for bankruptcy months later and now face another potential collapse. Clay argues that the ruling wiped out shareholders, endangered thousands of jobs, and may now force taxpayers to subsidize an airline that could have survived through private market solutions. The Opposite of Reality Rafael Mangual, head of research for the Manhattan Institute’s Policing and Public Safety Initiative, for an extended interview that anchors much of the hour. The discussion opens with encouraging national crime trends, as Mangual explains that serious violent crime—especially homicides and shootings—is declining across many U.S. cities, with especially sharp drops in places like Memphis and Washington, D.C., which have been targeted by Trump administration federal task forces. Those efforts, combining multi‑agency law‑enforcement deployments and National Guard support, have produced dramatic results, including a reported more‑than‑40 percent reduction in violent crime in Memphis. Mangual and the hosts emphasize that crime reduction is not mysterious or unattainable but the product of consistent enforcement and public support for policing. Mangual contrasts the positive reception officers receive in high‑crime cities desperate for safety with hostility he says law enforcement faced in Minneapolis, illustrating how political culture and public messaging affect outcomes on the ground. The conversation then transitions into a frank, statistics‑based examination of homicide in America. Mangual outlines the typical profile of both homicide offenders and victims—young men, overwhelmingly Black or Hispanic, with extensive criminal histories and repeated prior arrests—arguing that the justice system already knows who the most dangerous individuals are but repeatedly releases them. He makes the case that serious habitual‑offender policies could cut the murder rate by another 50 percent, potentially saving roughly 10,000 lives per year, most of them in minority communities. The hosts build on those findings by discussing the historical precedent: from 1990 to 2014, the U.S. already reduced homicides by half, a change that added a full year of life expectancy to the average Black male. Mangual argues that public fatigue with permissive criminal‑justice policies after the post‑2020 crime spike is driving a political shift, with progressive prosecutors losing elections and states rolling back earlier reforms. Hour 3 of the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show also digs into transit crime, highlighting how enforcement measures like fare gates and barriers on San Francisco’s BART system produced both a major revenue increase and a 41 percent drop in crime—evidence, the hosts say, that “broken windows”–style policies still work. This data‑backed approach is contrasted with proposals in New York to make buses free, which Clay and Buck argue would worsen safety and quality of life. Class Warfare Backfires Clay and Buck pivot to New York City politics and economics, focusing on Zohran Mamdani’s “tax the rich” agenda and a class‑warfare video targeting hedge‑fund billionaire Ken Griffin over his Manhattan penthouse. Clay and Buck criticize Mamdani for publicly singling out wealthy residents and businesses, arguing such rhetoric will accelerate capital flight, job losses, and long‑term fiscal damage. They highlight Griffin’s tax contributions, philanthropic giving, and job creation, warning that vilifying high‑income taxpayers risks hollowing out the city’s economic base and making New York less safe and less prosperous. Make sure you never miss a second of the show by subscribing to the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton show podcast wherever you get your podcasts! ihr.fm/3InlkL8 For the latest updates from Clay and Buck: https://www.clayandbuck.com/ Connect with Clay Travis and Buck Sexton on Social Media: X - https://x.com/clayandbuck FB - https://www.facebook.com/ClayandBuck/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/clayandbuck/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuck Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/ClayandBuck TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@clayandbuck YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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