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The Supreme Court has handed the Trump administration two major wins, both on immigration. San Diego detectives arrested a suspect in a 27-year-old murder in Balboa Park. Japan Airlines has announced that it will increase non-stop service between San Diego international and Tokyo's Narita International Airport. What You Need To Know To Start Your Friday.
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The airline determined that the consumption occurred the day before departure and represented a breach of internal policy, escalating the matter from a single failed test to a wider compliance violation within the crew pairing on that layover."We sincerely apologize for the incident involving flight JL252 on May 23, which has severely damaged the trust placed in us. We take this seriously, recognizing it stems from structural weaknesses in our organizational monitoring. Moving forward, we are fully committed to ensuring safety and restoring trust by strengthening our inspection procedures and implementing company-wide reforms."Japan Airlines responded by implementing disciplinary measures affecting both frontline staff and senior management.CEO Mitsuko Tottori, the first female to lead the company after joining as a flight attendant herself in 1985, accepted a 30% reduction in salary for two months, while other executives also received temporary pay cuts as part of the company's internal accountability process.Safety manager Yukio Nakagawa and cabin services manager Junko Nakano will each take a 20% salary reduction for one month.Meanwhile, all other directors will receive a 10% pay cut over the same period.Alongside executive action, the airline introduced a stricter policy banning alcohol consumption during layovers for more than 6,000 flight attendants. 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They do yearn for Lunchables: survey.MM: Mark Zuckerberg is a certified watch guy. His collection ranges from a $120 Casio to multimillion-dollar timepieces.Who Won the Week?DR: Japan: for holding everybody accountable MM: Casio - the $120 Casio is NOW ON SALE! YOU CAN BE LIKE ZUCK FOR JUST $96PredictionsDR: Meta emulates Japan Airlines by taking away one of Zuck's watches every time he lays off 10% of his workforceMM: Lunchables sells a watch
日本航空機と全日本空輸機、東京・羽田空港日本航空と全日本空輸は12日、国際線の航空運賃に上乗せしている燃油特別付加運賃について、7~8月発券分の日本発北米・欧州行きを6万5000円に引き上げると発表した。 Japan Airlines and All Nippon Airways will raise their fuel surcharges added to airfares to record levels of about 65,000 yen for tickets to be issued in July and August for flights from Japan to North America and Europe, it was learned Friday.
Japan Airlines and All Nippon Airways will raise their fuel surcharges added to airfares to record levels of about 65,000 yen for tickets to be issued in July and August for flights from Japan to North America and Europe, it was learned Friday.
VOV1 - Do ảnh hưởng của bão nhiệt đới số 6 có tên gọi Jangmi, hệ thống giao thông tại Tokyo đang bị tê liệt khi hàng loạt chuyến bay, tàu điện và các tuyến đường cao tốc bị hủy hoặc đóng cửa. Các hãng hàng không hàng đầu của Nhật Bản cho biết, do ảnh hưởng của bão Jangmi, có khoảng 852 chuyến bay đến và đi từ sân bay Haneda, bao gồm 760 chuyến bay nội địa, và 92 chuyến bay quốc tế, đã bị hủy vào hôm nay (03/06).Trong số đó, hãng Japan Airlines bị ảnh hưởng nặng nề nhất khi có tới 292 chuyến bay nội địa bị hủy, hãng All Nippon Airways có 232 chuyến, Skymark có 70 chuyến. Cả 3 hãng hàng không này xác nhận sẽ hủy bỏ tất cả các chuyến bay khởi hành hoặc đến sân bay Haneda vào buổi sáng nay. Ngoài ra, hàng loạt các hãng hàng không khác của Nhật Bản cũng bị ảnh hưởng và hủy chuyến, như Solaseed Air 37 chuyến, Peach Aviation 32 chuyến, Jetstar 31 chuyến…Cùng với việc hủy bỏ các chuyến bay nội địa, hãng hàng không All Nippon Airways cũng phải hủy bỏ 55 chuyến bay quốc tế, trong khi Japan Airlines hủy 37 chuyến.Các hãng hàng không cũng cảnh báo, số lượng các chuyến bay bị hủy chuyến hoặc hoãn, có thể sẽ còn tăng thêm tùy thuộc vào hướng di chuyển tiếp theo của cơn bão, đồng thời khuyến cáo hành khách thường xuyên cập nhật các thông tin mới nhất.Không chỉ ảnh hưởng đối với hệ thống giao thông đường không, bão Jangmi cũng khiến nhiều tuyến tàu cao tốc Shinkansen và đặc biệt là các tuyến tàu điện thông thường cũng bị hủy bỏ, hoặc dự kiến bị hủy bỏ, hoặc chậm chuyến. Trong khi đó, nhiều tuyến đường cao tốc ra - vào Tokyo cũng bị đóng cửa từ sáng nay do ảnh hưởng của bão, như đường cao tốc Kisei, Tomei, Shin-Tomei, Chuo… Các công ty đường sắt và các công ty quản lý đường bộ cao tốc đang kêu gọi hành khách kiểm tra trang web và các nguồn thông tin khác để cập nhật thông tin dịch vụ mới nhất.Ngọc Huân/VOV- TokyoNhiều chuyến bay tại Nhật bản phải hủy do bão Jangmi (ảnh: Reuters)
Episode 79: Show Notes Note: Video of this is available on Youtube/Spotify Summary Join Trevor Mountcastle and Tom Kim as we welcome Joe Petrovic to talk Japan explore the intricacies of booking Japan Airlines award flights, navigating ANA and JAL websites, and maximizing travel rewards for international trips. Our guest, Joe Petrovic, shares expert tips on award availability, transfer strategies, and cultural insights for Japan travel. Key Points From This Episode: 00:00 Introduction to Japan Travel with Joe Petrovic 01:25 Exploring ANA and JAL Booking Strategies 06:30 Understanding JAL Mileage Bank and Transfer Options 10:11 Experiences on Japan Airlines: Business and First Class 12:19 Domestic Flights and Unique Cabin Configurations 14:56 Traveling with Family: Cultural Interests and Experiences 15:40 Challenges in Award Availability and Fuel Surcharges 21:18 Connecting Itineraries and Alternative Routes 23:28 Cultural Integration in Japan Airlines Service 27:01 Luxury Offerings: Wine, Whiskey, and In-Flight Purchases 27:16 Exploring Japan's Travel Options 29:09 Osaka: A Gateway to Japan 34:09 Travel Tips for Japan 39:00 Currency and Payment Insights 42:17 Navigating Japan's Transportation System 49:39 Maximizing Travel Rewards 50:59 Personal Travel Experiences and Insights Resources Japan Airlines (JAL) - https://www.jal.co.jp/en/ ANA (All Nippon Airways) - https://www.ana.co.jp/en/us/ JAL Mileage Bank - https://www.jal.co.jp/en/jmb/ Finair Miles (Finnair) - https://www.finnair.com/us-en/awards Chase Ultimate Rewards - https://www.chase.com/personal/credit-cards/ultimate-rewards Capital One Miles - https://www.capitalone.com/digital/points-miles/ Marriott Bonvoy - https://www.marriott.com/loyalty/rewards.mi SmartEX App for Shinkansen tickets - https://www.smart-ex.jp/en/ Japan Web Immigration Portal - https://www.japan.travel/en/us/information/japan-web/ 7-Eleven Japan - https://www.sej.co.jp/ Suica Card - https://www.jreast.co.jp/e/pass/suica.html —---------------- Key Topics for Episode Discussion Post: Award booking strategies for Japan Airlines and partners Navigating ANA and JAL award availability and website quirks Transfer strategies for maximizing miles from Chase, Capital One, and Marriott Tips for booking domestic and international flights within Japan Cultural tips and travel hacks for Japan travelers Keywords Japan Airlines, ANA, award travel, miles, points, Japan, travel tips, airline awards, transfer bonuses, travel rewards
Un accidente que conmocionó a la sociedad japonesa: el mayor desastre aéreo con un solo avión involucrado y el segundo en accidentes de aviación de todos los tiempos. Esta es la historia del accidente del Vuelo 123 de Japan Airlines. ¡Dale al play!
Benvenuti e bentornate in questa nuova collaborazione di Giappone nel mondo. Oggi vi presento Focus Giappone, la rassegna stampa curata da Simone Ottuzzi, creatore del canale YouTube Omotenashi Anime e caro amico. Ogni lunedì alle 6:00 vi porterà le notizie più interessanti della settimana dal Sol Levante, arricchendo il nostro feed con contenuti freschi e approfonditi. Passate a salutare Simone sul suo canale Omotenashi Anime e… buon ascolto!-- Link utili: --- Valutate l'idea di ISCRIVERVI al canale di Simone OMOTENASHIANIME: https://www.youtube.com/@OMOTENASHIANIME- Il canale YouTube su Giappone nel Mondo: https://www.youtube.com/@giapponenelmondo- Il nostro canale su approfondimenti e cultura pop LIVE PLOT-TWISTER: https://www.youtube.com/@plot-twister--- SHOWNOTES ---RIASSUNTO:Focus Giappone presenta le principali notizie della settimana dal Giappone: dalla tosatura estiva degli alpaca dello zoo di Ichikawa al festival tradizionale Bakemono di Tsuruoka, passando per gli aumenti salariali sopra il 5%, i problemi di consumo di alcol in JAL e l'accesso delle banche giapponesi al nuovo modello di intelligenza artificiale di OpenAI.CAPITOLI: 00:00 Introduzione e apertura 00:34 Gli alpaca dello zoo di Ichikawa si vestono per l'estate 01:54 Festival Bakemono a Tsuruoka: tradizione e sake 03:08 Aumenti salariali oltre il 5% nelle aziende giapponesi 05:16 JAL sotto ispezione per consumo di alcol dei piloti 06:59 Le tre principali banche giapponesi adottano il modello OpenAI 08:08 Chiusura e call to actionARGOMENTI: - Alpaca tosati allo zoo di Ichikawa per resistere al caldo estivo - Festival tradizionale Bakemono nella prefettura di Yamagata - Aumenti salariali del 5,46% nelle principali aziende giapponesi - Problemi di consumo di alcol tra l'equipaggio della Japan Airlines - Banche giapponesi MAFG, Sumitomo Mitsui e Mizuho accedono a OpenAI - Intelligenza artificiale per la sicurezza informatica nel settore finanziario - Regolamentazione sulla sicurezza in aviazione commerciale - Festival Tengin e leggende giapponesi tradizionaliDESCRIZIONE SEO (per Spotify):Scopri le notizie più importanti dal Giappone della settimana nel podcast Focus Giappone curato da Simone Ottuzzi. Dalla tosatura estiva degli alpaca allo zoo di Ichikawa al festival tradizionale Bakemono, dagli aumenti salariali che superano il 5% per il terzo anno consecutivo ai problemi di sicurezza in Japan Airlines, fino all'adozione dell'intelligenza artificiale di OpenAI da parte delle principali banche giapponesi. Una panoramica completa degli eventi nipponici più rilevanti raccolti dai principali media giapponesi.
We share how we're reshaping our points and miles strategy after Hyatt devaluations, including new card moves and the reality of planning family travel when award space disappears. We also walk through our Italy and Switzerland pivot, plus a credit score rebound that lets us apply for new cards with confidence. • choosing the Bilt Palladium for the signup bonus and transfer partners • why we skip mortgage payments through Bilt for now • using Bilt cash to activate the 3x accelerator on planned spend • targeting Japan Airlines miles and watching hard expiration rules • adding Capital One Savor for uncapped 3x groceries • pending Wells Fargo Autograph Journey verification and what we're sending • navigating Chase 5/24 and our plan to earn more Chase points via a business card • booking Hyatt stays before devaluation while keeping options open • dropping Lake Como due to missing standard award space for two rooms • deciding between Florence costs and a Switzerland-heavy itinerary • planning Rome with hotel openings still uncertain and building a backup • timing credit card applications after utilization drops and scores rebound above 800 If you listened to last week's episode where I had our very first guest on, I would love feedback if you haven't already sent it. Find me on Instagram at travel party5, and we will catch you on the next episode.
Have you ever been tempted to completely change your vacation plans because of an irresistible points deal? That's exactly what happened when Japan Airlines did a random first class award dump last April. I couldn't resist jumping on the opportunity to book our family of four in first class to Tokyo - even though it meant splitting us across two different flights and completely scrapping our original Mexico plans. For the first time in this podcast's history, my husband Brandon joins me at the mic to recap our spring break trip to Japan with our two kids. In part one of this two-part series, Brandon and I walk through how this accidental trip came together, what it was like flying Japan Airlines first class as a family, our stay at the newly renovated Park Hyatt Tokyo, and the reality of traveling with kids in Japan - from the Pokémon Cafe to nearly missing the bullet train to Kyoto. This is an honest, unfiltered look at what goes right and what goes wrong even with advanced planning, as we cover the flight drama, the Tokyo highlights, and everything that happened before we made it to Kyoto. Get full show notes and transcript: https://pointmetofirstclass.com/japan-family-trip-recap-part-1 Want to shape the show? Take the Point Me To First Class listener survey and share what you love and want more of! Eager to learn the secrets of award travel so that you can turn your expenses into unforgettable experiences? Join the Points Made Easy course waitlist here: https://pointmetofirstclass.com/pointsmadeeasy
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EPISODE SNAPSHOT Welcome to The Bryan Air Podcast. Career intelligence for pilots. We break down executive moves, economic forces, and the technology reshaping how pilots are trained, assessed, and employed. Boardroom decisions land on your flight deck. We translate them first. No corporate spin. Just the intelligence pilots actually need. This week, three stories stacked on top of each other and they tell two completely different versions of where this industry is heading. IATA put hard numbers on the Gulf War, with Middle Eastern traffic down 58.6 percent year-on-year and global growth slowing to 2.1 percent in March. India's three biggest airlines wrote to their own government saying they are days from grounding aircraft as fuel rises from 40 percent to 60 percent of operating costs. Spirit folded. The UAE flipped its airspace switch back on and Emirates restored 96 percent of its network. Which story are you actually flying in? In this episode of The Bryan Air Podcast, Bryan Roseveare and Ryan Parrock break down the IATA fuel shock report, India's airlines on the brink, the UAE airspace reopening, Spirit Airlines folding, the BA taxi pilot job paying 100,000 dollars a year, the United 767 truck strike at Newark, and Japan Airlines testing humanoid robots on the ramp. TIME-STAMPED FLIGHT PLAN 00:00 ATC Cold Open 00:13 Headlines: Three Stories Stacked on Top of Each Other 00:55 Quick Favour Before We Roll 01:49 IATA Report: The Fuel Shock in Hard Numbers 04:28 Charter Pricing and Why Surcharges Are Now Standard 06:41 Why Europe Could Be Cheaper Than Cape Town This December 09:13 India: Three Major Airlines Days From Grounding 10:56 Spirit Airlines Folds and What It Means for Crew 12:47 UAE Airspace Reopens After Three Months Closed 16:33 Five Months Profit Share at Emirates? The Buzz 18:47 The 100,000 Dollar BA Taxi Pilot Gig at Chicago O'Hare 20:43 UK Government Lets Airlines Drop Slots Over Fuel Shortages 21:19 The United 767 That Smacked a Truck at Newark 22:54 Japan Airlines Tests Humanoid Robots on the Ramp 25:31 F1 Miami, UFC, and the Weekend Ahead 28:28 The Final Take: Which Story Are You Flying In? 30:08 Sign Off JOIN THE BRYAN AIR COMMUNITY Bryan Air is a career intelligence ecosystem for pilots. Sign up free to receive our weekly newsletter covering the disruption of AI in aviation, career strategy, and the analysis that does not make it into the episodes. Sign Up Free → https://bryanairpodcast.com/ FREE PILOT CAREER ASSESSMENT Where are you in your career? The Flight Plan is our free, AI-powered career intelligence tool. Answer 8 questions about your situation and get a personalised strategic assessment with specific moves tailored to where you are right now. Take the Free Assessment → https://pilotcareerintelligence.netlify.app/ RISK MANAGEMENT AND DECISION MAKING SIMULATOR Practise structured decision-making using live flights. Our AI-powered simulator lets you work through RMM and T-DODAR frameworks on real Flightradar24 data, with AI-generated scenarios and personalised debriefs. Built by Bryan Roseveare for pilots who want to sharpen the skills that matter most when things go wrong. Early bird: 29 dollars one-time. Lifetime access. Try the Simulator → https://bryanair.tools/ LINKS Bryan Air, Career Intelligence for Pilots → https://bryanairpodcast.com/ Free Pilot Career Assessment → https://pilotcareerintelligence.netlify.app/ Risk Management and Decision Making Simulator → https://bryanair.tools/ Bryan Roseveare → https://www.bryanroseveare.com/ Watch on YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@BryanAirPodcast Support on Patreon → https://www.patreon.com/bryanair #AviationPodcast #BryanAir #PilotLife #IATA #FuelShock
//The Wire//2300Z May 01, 2026// //ROUTINE// //BLUF: MASS STABBING REPORTED AT SCHOOL IN TACOMA. FUEL CRISIS DEEPENS AS WAR IN PERSIAN GULF CONTINUES. PIRACY ACTIVITY CONTINUES IN MIDDLE EAST. MAY DAY PROTESTS CAUSE DISRUPTIONS THROUGHOUT UNITED STATES.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE----- -International Events-Red Sea/HOA: This morning piracy activity continued, with one containership reporting a suspicious approach in the Gulf of Aden. No successful boarding was reported, however this is the first reported piracy attempt to take place in the Gulf of Aden since the war in the Persian Gulf started.-HomeFront-Washington: Yesterday afternoon a mass stabbing was reported at Foss High School in Tacoma. 6x individuals were wounded after one student conducted a stabbing attack at the school.Analyst Comment: Local authorities have been extremely tight-lipped regarding the cause of this attack. It's not clear as to if this is a standard gang-fight-turned-stabbing, or if this was a more deliberate terror attack.Washington D.C. - This afternoon the White House sent a letter to Congress stating that hostilities against Iran have "terminated" and therefore the obligations of the War Powers Resolution are not relevant to the current conflict.Analyst Comment: Regarding this Resolution, under most common interpretations of the law, a President has 60 days to either ask Congress to declare war, or request an extension of an overseas conflict. This 60-day deadline came into effect yesterday, and this afternoon the White House has taken the official position that due to the ceasefire, no Congressional action is required, even if the Strait of Hormuz is closed and no peace agreement is signed. This doesn't mean much, as hostilities can recommence at any moment, and this is mostly a way of the White House skirting Congress by arguing that if the war is paused for a period of time, the clock restarts.USA: Around the nation, various May Day protests were carried out in most major cities with varying levels of attendance. Most of the demonstrations were fairly low intensity, with the most kinetic events taking place at the New York Stock Exchange as activists attempted to rush the entrance and chain themselves to something. They did not succeed and most of the more active riots/demonstrations throughout the country resolved after a few sporadic scuffles.Analyst Comment: As of this report demonstrations are still ongoing, so more active incidents could develop as night falls. This afternoon, at least one activist has climbed the Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge in Washington D.C. and set up a tent, so other similar encampment operations may be planned for the weekend in various high-profile locations around the country.-----END TEARLINE-----Analyst Comments: Around the world, the fuel crisis continues to compound, with costs rising substantially for some industries. Due to the rising costs of aviation fuel, Japan Airlines and Japan Transocean Air have instituted a flat-rate $350 surcharge on ALL tickets for flights from Japan to most of the the world. This measure was intended only for the month of June, but has been extended to go into effect today, for the month of May. So far, Europe has been hit the hardest by the fuel crisis, with prices and sheer availability itself being a challenge throughout the continent, which has also manifested itself even more unusually due to the lack of a centralized way to determine how much time is left before fuel runs out. Two days ago, one energy official was quoted in a Politico article, stating that by and large, Europe doesn't actually know how much time they have left, because there's no real way to know how much fuel is being stockpiled by the dozens of nations throughout the continent. Some places may run out within days, other nations and regions might never run out, it's impossible to know
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The UAE announces its withdrawal from OPEC, King Charles addresses the U.S. Congress, U.S.-Iran talks on reopening the Strait stall, Afghanistan accuses Pakistan of striking a university, a former Fauci advisor is indicted over an alleged COVID-19 cover-up, a train crash in Indonesia kills at least 15 people, the Elon Musk vs OpenAI trial begins in California, the FBI raids over 20 Minnesota child care centers amid its ongoing fraud probe, the U.K.'s healthy life expectancy hits a record low, and Japan Airlines announces plans to start using humanoid robots as ground handlers. Sources: Verity.News
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If you've been transferring points to the same airline programs over and over, you might be missing out on one of the most fascinating but overlooked loyalty programs in the points world - Japan Airlines Mileage Bank. Now that Japan Airlines is a direct transfer partner of Bilt, Capital One, and Rove, accessing this program is easier than ever. But given how new this is to many of us, you may not yet be familiar with its incredibly powerful sweet spots—both for flying on Japan Airlines operated flights and for booking flights on partner airlines. In this episode, I'm joined by Michael Gandara from Nurse Michael Travels to break down how the Japan Airlines program works, highlight some of the best sweet spots for redeeming Japan Airlines miles, and talk about how to actually find and book those awards on the Japan Airlines website. Michael and I discuss what makes this program different and powerful compared to other airline loyalty programs, walk through the practical realities of searching for award space, and cover the quirks you need to know before transferring miles. Whether you've been curious about Japan Airlines miles or you're ready to start using them strategically, this episode breaks down everything you need to know to start leveraging this program effectively. Get full show notes and transcript: https://pointmetofirstclass.com/japan-airlines-miles-sweet-spots-strategy Want to shape the show? Take the Point Me To First Class listener survey and share what you love and want more of! Eager to learn the secrets of award travel so that you can turn your expenses into unforgettable experiences? Join the Points Made Easy course waitlist here: https://pointmetofirstclass.com/pointsmadeeasy
This week on Two Parents & A Podcast, we're coming off Easter weekend (still in our pastels!) and Harrison is officially petitioning for no work on Easter Mondays (too much Aperol!) Which got us thinking... when did Easter become Christmas in spring?! That turns into a bigger conversation about gifts, toys, and the very real question of whether your kid can actually have TOO MANY (especially once you find the one toy they'll play with for 30+ mins and suddenly everything else in the room starts feeling unnecessary). We also get into postpartum prep for baby #2, and how buying all of that stuff again brought back a LOT of memories from the first time around (some of which I think I had conveniently blocked out). We talk through what we actually need this time, what we're doing differently with baby #2, and why second-time prep feels way less chaotic. Then we get into the toddler phase we're very much in right now: teaching street safety without fully terrifying yourself (and the toddler!!!), whether “gentle parenting” got a bad rap, and what a kid under 2 can actually understand when you're trying to keep them safe. Plus, a little reality TV break (we see the comments are mixed - skip this section if you hate it, comment what we should watch next if you love it) , audiobooks vs. reading (pt. 2983482), the commenter who may have finally solved Harrison's cough, and two fun things we DMed eachother: Japan Airlines' baby icon and the Chick-fil-A family phone challenge. LOVE YOU GUYS! Timestamps: 00:00:00 Welcome back to Two Parents & A Podcast! 00:03:12 When did Easter become “spring Christmas”?! 00:09:53 Can your kid have TOO MANY toys? 00:15:33 Prepping your postpartum kit 00:23:00 What we're doing differently with baby #2 00:28:50 Skip this section if you don't like reality TV lol :) - Summer House, SLOMW, The Kardashians 00:46:54 Phone-free family time update 00:48:00 How do you teach your 2-year-old not to run into the street? 00:50:50 Is Harrison a “gentle parent”?! 00:53:41 Have you heard of Safety Town?! 00:57:10 S/o to the commenter who solved Harrison's cough 00:58:59 Audiobooks vs. reading revisited 01:02:15 THINGS WE DMED EACHOTHER: Japan Airlines features a "baby icon" on its seat map during booking 01:04:56 THINGS WE DMED EACHOTHER: The Chick-fil-A Family Phone Challenge 01:09:50 LOVE YOU GUYS! #twoparentsandapod -------------------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our sponsors this week: *Wayfair: Head to https://www.wayfair.com April 25–27 for Way Day — shop Wayfair's best deals across home, with up to 80% off and fast, free shipping on everything. *ZipRecruiter: Post jobs for free at https://www.ziprecruiter.com/ALEX *Veracity: For up to 65% off your order, head to https://www.VeracityHealth.co and use code TWOPARENTS. *NOCD: If you're struggling with OCD or unrelenting intrusive thoughts, NOCD can help. Book a free 15 minute call to get started: https://learn.nocd.com/TWOPARENTS -------------------------------------------------------------- Listen to the pod on YouTube/Spotify/Apple: https://www.youtube.com/@twoparentsandapod https://open.spotify.com/show/7BxuZnHmNzOX9MdnzyU4bD?si=5e715ebaf9014fac https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-parents-a-podcast/id1737442386 -------------------------------------------------------------- Follow Two Parents & A Podcast: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/twoparentsandapod TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@twoparentsandapod Follow Alex Bennett: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/justalexbennett TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@justalexbennett Follow Harrison Fugman: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/harrisonfugman TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@harrisonfugman -------------------------------------------------------------- Powered by: Just Media House – https://www.justmediahouse.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We are discussing Hayao Miyazaki's 1992 anti-war love letter to aviation and flying pigs: Porco Rosso! Including; gender roles, the effects of war, curses, rising fascism, romance, cute kids, ambiguous endings, and much more. Remember, it's better to be a pig than a fascist. This episode was originally released on May 1, 2023 I Love This You Should Too is hosted by Samantha and Indy Randhawa Porco Rosso (Japanese: 紅の豚, Hepburn: Kurenai no Buta, lit. 'Crimson Pig') is a 1992 Japanese animated adventure-fantasy film[1] written and directed by Hayao Miyazaki. It is based on Hikōtei Jidai ("The Age of the Flying Boat"), a three-part 1989 watercolor manga by Miyazaki.[2] It stars the voices of Shūichirō Moriyama, Tokiko Kato, Akemi Okamura and Akio Ōtsuka. Animated by Studio Ghibli for Tokuma Shoten, Japan Airlines and the Nippon Television Network, it was produced by Toshio Suzuki and distributed by Toho. Its score is by Japanese composer Joe Hisaishi. The plot revolves around an Italian World War I ex-fighter ace, now living as a freelance bounty hunter chasing "air pirates" in the Adriatic Sea. However, an unusual curse has transformed him into an anthropomorphic pig. Once called Marco Pagot (Marco Rossolini in the American version), he is now known to the world as "Porco Rosso", Italian for "Red Pig".
Show Notes 0:00: Justin and Helen once again find some time to share what they’ve been up to…ok, only Justin has a title he liked a lot, and it’s published by TOKYOPOP! News 5:53: The hosts then get into discuss Crunchyroll’s latest troubles, ranging from layoffs to a possible security breach that also gets Justin to discuss reporting in the big 2026. 21:02: A couple episodes ago the hosts discussed one live event being cancelled in Japan due to threats — now we’ve gotten another one, this time involving Love Live! and Japan Airlines. 23:02: The Culprit Hanzawa manga is going on hiatus for an unspecified time; meanwhile Kōji Kumeta suffered a finger injury, so he’ll be on hiatus until that heals up. Let’s just say his explanation on how he suffered the cut is indeed hilarious. 24:55: Saint Seiya Episode.G: Requiem is back on Akita Shoten’s Champion Cross website following a 3-month hiatus; Naoki Urasawa’s Asadora is now also back from its hiatus, returning to Shogakukan’s Weekly Big Comic Spirits; and we have another manga magazine in Japan ending publication — Kadokawa’s Comic Alunna. 26:23: The alternative rock band the pillows announced that the band’s drummer, Shinichiro Sato, died on March 23 due to esophageal cancer; The editorial staff of Kodansha’s Weekly Shōnen Magazine announced a few weeks ago that manga creator Majuro Kaname died in February; and publisher Chikuma Shobo announced that manga creator, Yoshiharu Tsuge, died of aspiration pneumonia at the age of 88. Licenses 30:16: For whatever reason, Titan Manga decided it was finally time to announce what they’re up to for this year: FLIPFLOPs's Darwin’s Game Arata Yamaji's Egnaro the Star-Eating Killer Shin Kazuki's Even After Doronjo-sama Was Reincarnated She Remained a Villainess kamatama's Nova, Little Girl in the Monster Forest Zino's Resident Evil: Death Island Touko Amekawa, Kuroyuki, & Nae Serizawa's The Legendary Witch is Reborn as an Oppressed Princess manga Togawa Yonan's Black Witch Mirror Tatsuya Tobitaka's Ifrit of the Sea Sand Yasuo Isanami's The Obsession of Red Riding Hood 32:29: Seven Seas’ Wonderful Wednesdays is back! Post Media-Do acquisition, which means the following series will be under scrutiny (unless mentioned otherwise) on how it’ll be handled: NEMUI ASADA’s I SAY Kazumi Takayama & tae’s Trapezium (Airship) Suzusuke, Shibanobancha, Yu Yagami, & Sumihei’s The One-Eyed, One-Armed, One-Legged Sorcerer Betty Tamamori’s Your Meteor, Hidden in Flowers Atsushi Suga’s A Quirky Girl is Inviting Me to Bed (Ghost Ship) TATAL & Masuda Mikio’s Legend of the Accidental Sword Saint: Playing the Mentor from the Sidelines (Airship, digital) A Siren audiobook release of Haka Tokura’s Magical Buffs: The Support Caster is Stronger Than He Realized!, narrated by Josh Hurley 34:32: (New manga) publisher Mahjong Pros appears to finally be establishing itself this year, as they announced they’ve licensed the following titles: Hideki Ohwara’s Reform with No Wasted Draws: The Legend of Koizumi Yoshiki Suda & Mio Junta’s Crybaby Mermaid: Illustrated Memoir of Yuumi Uotani Bingo Morihashi & Drill Jill’s Getter Robo High Ayato Sasakura’s Vermilion Stella: Illustrated Memoir of Arisa Date 36:55: Yen Press had a good amount of announcements ahead of their yearly Sakuracon appearance: Shōichi Taguchi & Sugaru Miaki's Three Days of Happiness manga (YP already pubbed the novel) Mitsubachi Miyuki's I'm Just in a Faux BL Suzuka Morino's Servant Beast Watomura's I’m Home, Pardoning the Intrusion Ayune Araragi's Ms. Isshiki Wants to Know About Love Kazune Yamamoto's What Six Survivors Told…… Gen Momoji's Let's Go Nirvana! Satori Kōnosu's Thus Spoke the Rabbit Kazuaki Kurihara & Akane Terai's The Succubus Meets Her Match Yukari Amatsu's Mage of Reda Takemachi, SeuKaname, & tomari's Spy Classroom 4th Period: Blazing Fire Numa Egaki's How to Handle My Sassy Big Sis Ballad Kitaguni, Genshō Yasuda, & Nyum's Ayakashi à la Mode (Yen On) Itsuki Yomukae, Scottie, & Barikios's Why Run? My Summoned Beast Is Cute! (Yen On) An omnibus edition of Yoshiki Tonogai's JUDGE 38:43: Usually Justin or manga enthusiasts looking at retailers catch TOKYOPOP licensing lots of things without them saying anything for like months — but it finally seems like TOKYOPOP’s getting around to announcing what they have on time: Lemon Fujikura's My One-Sided Love Hinako Yugumo's If I Could Write My Love Into You Kisa Inami's Blue Spring in Your Eyes Jiro Ōnishi's How to Befriend a Demon Kana's Our Lucky Future Together Hana Ikuta's The Shadow and the Flower Toworu Miyata's Aoharu Once More Kouji Setsu's Enomoto Is No Angel Toto Tsurui's Spicy Milk Candy/Toto Tsurui's Good Hair & Bad Habits Seno Yanase's The Lion Dances With a Loved One Joe Aruku's Caught in Your Web 39:58: Crossed Hearts has licensed Mei Fujimatsu & Satsuki Haru’s Afternoon Tea for Two for their Glam Beat! yuri imprint; Abrams Kana announced they’ve licensed Makiburo, Nazuna Shiraume, & Mai Murasaki’s Within The Villainess manga; MANGA Plus has added Maki Kanemaki’s The Hero’s Bereaved Family to their service; and more Discotek titles have been added to the MediaOCD Discotek Deep Dives list. Streaming News 42:23: During the Akane-banashi YouTube live stream, global streaming platforms and details were revealed for the anime, which premieres later this week. This got Justin to go down an unlikely rabbit hole as another Weekly Shonen Jump title does not go to Crunchyroll for some reason (and instead, it’ll stream for North American users on YouTube, with Netflix streaming the anime beginning in May). 49:36: Helen gets to talk about the other bizarre streaming situation this Spring in Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run, which had its first episode (1st STAGE) go up on Netflix, and nothing else. The 2nd STAGE has been announced to air in 2026. When in 2026? Only the execs at Netflix know apparently! And this sure has led to a LOT of discussion regarding how this series has been handled since Netflix made the deal with david production years ago. 1:00:15: The newest anime streaming service in North America, Amasian TV, just added Mugen Train and that can be watched for free; The Crave streaming platform in Canada added 14 anime films, from Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero to In This Corner of the World; Lupin the IIIrd The Movie: The Immortal Bloodline has been released digitally for rental or purchase by GKIDS, with a BD release (collaboration with Shout! Studios) coming in July; and thanks to GKIDS, Gundam fans will get to see the second film of the Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway anime project in US theaters May 15. Weird News 1:02:29: You say it’s over…it’s never over apparently! For Shadow Skill, which ended 12 years ago, clearly it getting a sequel shows you can return no matter what; and as rumored, From Far Away is getting an anime adaptation — the shoujo manga started in 1991! 1:08:04: You know, there’s not too many cases where an anime character is added to a video game, and certainly not a fighting game, so we had to note Kenshiro getting added to the latest Fatal Fury game; and sure, bringing back a 4KIDS voice actor can be kind of interesting but generally not terribly weird, but for this particular run of One Piece, there’s levels to having Erica Schroeder return to the One Piece franchise as Joyboy. If there’s anything you’d like to share, please feel free to reach out to us on Twitter (@TheOASG) or comment below with your thoughts! The post TheOASG Podcast Episode 240: Akane’s Bizarre Streaming Adventures appeared first on TheOASG.
In this March 2026 Rove Report, Justin Vacula is joined by Carissa Rawson from Rove to talk about ways to earn and use points for travel. They discuss Rove's growing list of transfer partners, as well as two major recent developments: the new SAS Scandinavian Airlines partnership and the launch of Japan Airlines. They explain the 20% SAS transfer bonus through April 8, 2026, including sweet spots such as 60,000 points for transatlantic business class. They also cover the Japan Airlines launch and a 50% transfer bonus through the end of March, along with examples of how to get outsized value from JAL's award chart. Other topics include stacking with GiftCards.com, upcoming Rove features like elite status, card-linked offers, app beta access, better flight search, and merchant reliability scores, plus what to do when miles do not post correctly. The episode also includes travel stories, points strategy talk, meetups, and what is next for Rove. If you enjoy points and miles news, transfer bonus analysis, loyalty program updates, and practical travel rewards strategy, subscribe to Hurdy Gurdy Travel for more. Timestamps/Chapters 00:00 Show intro and March update 01:24 SAS partnership and transfer bonus 01:50 What is Rove Miles? 02:54 SAS sweet spots explained 03:29 Japan Airlines launch bonus 04:55 GiftCards.com stacking strategy 06:31 JAL bonus redemption example 07:17 Rove roadmap and Q2 features 09:17 Portal denials and card-linked fixes 12:06 Social links, meetups, and sponsors 16:18 Using Rove Miles 16:57 Rove Miles airport stays 17:37 Bora Bora points devaluation 18:38 Calala Island story 20:18 Calala tips and sunscreen 20:51 Credit card talk 21:33 New York move and online gambling 22:35 Maximizing monthly credits 24:55 Cruise deals and status 25:45 Rove updates and April plans 27:00 Where to find Rove 28:52 Final thanks and outro —
In today's podcast episode, we see that Marriott tops off their top-offs, Aviator Silver cards become unique collectibles, and we'll talk about the best ways to earn and redeem Rove Miles.Giant Mailbag(01:07) - Diana shares some thoughts regarding a recent podcast episode, Speed up US entry with Mobile Passport Control | Coffee Break Ep96 | 3-10-26See the Coffee Break Ep96 here.Card News(03:34) - Barclays Aviator to Citi transition April 2026Learn more about the Barclays Aviator transition to Citi here(12:44) - Robinhood Platinum Credit CardRead more about this card here(15:39) - Southwest companion pass offers ending March 19th 7am ETMattress Running the Numbers(17:22) - Leading Hotels of the World points sale: Get up to 100% bonusLearn more about the Leading Hotels of the World points sale here(21:42) - Read Nick's post about family-friendly Leading Hotels of the World properties hereAwards, Points, and More(24:18) - Marriott making it possible to redeem up to 25K + FNC (up from 15K).(27:59) - You can now add Marriott gift cards to your Bonvoy account (both in-app & on website)Read more about adding Marriott gift cards to your Bonvoy account here: https://frequentmiler.com/you-can-now-add-marriott-gift-cards-to-your-bonvoy-account-both-in-app-on-website/(30:44) - Amex to fold Tock into Resy in Summer 2026Read more about Amex's plans with Tock here: https://frequentmiler.com/after-purchasing-tock-amex-to-fold-it-into-resy-in-summer-2026/(34:08) - Spirit Airlines paid status upgrade: Higher status from $79Learn more about Spirit Airlines' paid status upgrade here: https://frequentmiler.com/spirit-airlines-paid-status-upgrade-higher-status-from-79/Main Event: Rove Miles: Transferable Points w/out a credit card(39:54) - What is Rove?(42:43) - How to earn Rove MilesLearn more about Rove Miles here: https://frequentmiler.com/rovemiles/(56:22) - How to use Rove Miles(1:00:53) - Rove Miles adds Japan Airlines, launches with 50% transfer bonus through 3/31Read more here: https://frequentmiler.com/rove-miles-adds-japan-airlines-launches-with-50-transfer-bonus-through-3-31/And read Nick's post about JAL opportunities here: https://frequentmiler.com/best-uses-of-japan-airlines-mileage-bank-miles/(1:02:23) - Rove adds SAS as new transfer partner with 20% transfer bonus through 4/8.Read more here: https://frequentmiler.com/rove-adds-sas-as-new-transfer-partner-with-20-transfer-bonus/(1:04:28) - Other good transfer partnersQuestion of the Week(1:14:19) - Why don't you write about the quality of the airline or hotel itself?Subscribe 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:Visit FrequentMiler.com Did you know that Frequent Miller is also a website? At frequentMiller.com, you'll find all the latest deals, news about points, miles, and rewarding credit cards, the single best, Best Credit Cards page on the web, guides to all popular rewards programs, and many other terrific resources. If you'd like to get our posts sent to your email, go to frequentMiller.com/subscribe and sign up for free. https://frequentmiler.com/subscribe/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 Network
Episode 162 of the Award Travel 101 podcast, hosted by Cameron Laufer and Mike Zaccheo, opens with a listener question that highlights the difficulty of earning American Airlines miles without access to key transfer partners. The discussion underscores why AA miles remain so valuable, especially for premium partner redemptions like Japan Airlines, and explores limited workarounds such as credit card sign-up bonuses or indirect transfer options. The hosts then cover recent news in the points-and-miles space, including Chase adding Wyndham as a transfer partner, transfer bonuses from Citi, and elevated credit card offers across Hilton and United portfolios. They also share personal updates, including recent redemptions, new card strategies, and upcoming travel plans.The main focus of the episode is “Hyatt-ageddon,” a major overhaul of the World of Hyatt award chart. Hyatt is introducing a new pricing structure with expanded tiers and significantly higher point costs—ranging from moderate increases to jumps as high as 67% at peak levels. The hosts explain that while Hyatt is not fully moving to dynamic pricing, the wide pricing bands and lack of guarantees on award availability make it function similarly. Popular properties are expected to price at higher tiers more frequently, reducing the outsized value Hyatt points once offered.Despite the negative reaction from many travelers, the hosts emphasize that this kind of devaluation is common in loyalty programs. They suggest adapting strategies by prioritizing free night certificates, booking high-end properties sooner rather than later, and considering alternatives like other hotel programs or even booking through travel portals. The value of Hyatt elite status—particularly Globalist—is also questioned, with the conclusion that while benefits remain strong, travelers may need to reassess whether pursuing status still makes sense under the new system.Episode Links:Chase adds Wyndam as partnerElevated Hilton Card offersElevated United Card offersBank of America rewards changes Where to Find Us The Award Travel 101 Facebook Community. To book time with our team, check out Award Travel 1-on-1. You can also email us at 101@award.travel Buy your Award Travel 101 Merch here Reserve tickets to our Spring 2026 Meetup in Phoenix now. award.travel/phx2026 Our partner CardPointers helps us get the most from our cards. Signup today at https://cardpointers.com/at101 for a 30% discount on annual and lifetime subscriptions! Lastly, we appreciate your support of the AT101 Podcast/Community when you signup for your next card! Technical note: Some user experience difficulty streaming the podcast while connected to a VPN. If you have difficulty, disconnect from your VPN.
Episode Description On this week's MTM Travel Thursday show, Shawn and Mark cover three big topics: the restaurant credit programs worth your time right now (Resy, InKind, Hilton's local bar trick), all seven active transfer bonuses including Rove's 50% Japan Airlines launch deal, and a full walkthrough of Mark's recent credit card application haul — $4K cash, 230K miles, and 112K Built points, offset by $2,169 in annual fees. The Spirit Airlines miles subplot also gets resolved. Great episode for anyone thinking about credit card strategy heading into spring. 0:00 - Intro 0:20 - Resy Credits & Detroit Dining 3:31 - Hilton Credits: The Local Bar Hack 10:59 - Active Transfer Bonuses 13:47 - Rove Miles & Japan Airlines 19:08 - Sticking to Programs You Know 20:31 - Mark's Credit Card Application Results 24:36 - Spirit Card Update 25:07 - Mark Writing Again at MTM Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com. You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, TuneIn, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know!
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Watch Us On YouTube! Richard is back from Monte Carlo with stories from one of the most luxurious travel experiences of his life. From staying at the legendary Hotel de Paris to attending the Forbes Travel Guide Summit alongside some of the biggest names in luxury hospitality, this trip delivered everything from incredible views to jaw-dropping hotel suites. But the most memorable moment of the trip didn't involve luxury hotels — it involved a surprise helicopter ride that didn't exactly go as planned. Back home, Ed and Richard also break down a new Southwest status match opportunity that could be worth a look, why the FAA is limiting flights at Chicago O'Hare this summer, and how travelers should be thinking about flexible points with the latest Bilt transfer bonus to Japan Airlines. Plus: a quick comparison between Park Hyatt Paris Vendôme and a boutique Paris hotel that may offer better value. Scroll down for timestamps and details. 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/ Richard is back from Monte Carlo with stories from one of the most luxurious travel experiences of his life. From staying at the legendary Hotel de Paris to attending the Forbes Travel Guide Summit alongside some of the biggest names in luxury hospitality, this trip delivered everything from incredible views to jaw-dropping hotel suites. But the most memorable moment of the trip didn't involve luxury hotels — it involved a surprise helicopter ride that didn't exactly go as planned. Back home, Ed and Richard also break down a new Southwest status match opportunity that could be worth a look, why the FAA is limiting flights at Chicago O'Hare this summer, and how travelers should be thinking about flexible points with the latest Bilt transfer bonus to Japan Airlines. Plus: a quick comparison between Park Hyatt Paris Vendôme and a boutique Paris hotel that may offer better value. ✈️ What We Cover in This Episode ✈️ Monte Carlo Luxury Travel Experience • Forbes Travel Guide Summit in Monaco • Staying at the legendary Hotel de Paris • Inside the world of ultra-luxury hotels and travel ✈️ The Helicopter Surprise That Didn't Go As Planned • Blade helicopter transfer from Monaco to Nice • When a surprise turns into a panic moment • Lessons learned about travel surprises ✈️ Paris Hotel Comparison • Park Hyatt Paris Vendôme experience • Boutique hotel alternatives in Paris • When luxury points redemptions are worth it ✈️ Southwest Status Match Opportunity • A-List and A-List Preferred match details • What benefits you get with Southwest status • Whether it's worth pursuing ✈️ FAA Limiting Flights at Chicago O'Hare • Why the FAA is stepping in • Taxi times and congestion problems • What it means for summer travel ✈️ Bilt Points and JAL Transfer Bonus • Using Bilt points for Japan Airlines awards • When transfer bonuses are worth it • The risk of mileage expiration rules
In this episode, we'll take Hyatt on a mattress run, we'll answer "Is Tyler crazy for liking the Bilt Paladium card?", and Nick disagrees with our entire main event!Giant Mailbag(01:07) - Tyler disagrees with all the negative feedback that the Bilt program is getting(06:01) - Read more about Greg's thoughts on Bilt changes hereCard News(08:18) - Atmos Ascent ($95 card) offerLearn more about the Atmos Ascent card here(10:24) - Southwest consumer card offers: Companion Pass + bonus pointsLearn more about the Southwest consumer card offers hereMattress Running the Numbers(13:08) - Hyatt's overlapping promosLearn more about the Hyatt Bonus Journeys hereLearn more about the Hyatt House / Hyatt Studios promo hereBonvoyed(21:00) - Chase makes it harder to track Ink Business Cash® 5x spendingLearn more about this hereAwards, Points, and More(22:09) - Capital One: 30% transfer bonus to Japan Airlines Mileage BankRead about Japan Airlines sweet spots here: https://frequentmiler.com/best-uses-of-japan-airlines-mileage-bank-miles/Learn more about the transfer bonus here: https://frequentmiler.com/30-transfer-bonus-from-capital-one-miles-to-japan-airlines-mileage-bank/See our podcast episode 325 "Sweet-spot awards courtesy of Japan Airlines" here: https://frequentmiler.com/sweet-spot-awards-courtesy-of-japan-airlines-frequent-miler-on-the-air-ep325-9-26-25/(25:26) - Citi is still allowing product changes between AAdvantage and ThankYou point cardsLearn more about Citi no longer allowing product changes between AAdvantage and ThankYou point cards here: https://frequentmiler.com/is-citi-no-longer-allowing-product-changes-between-aadvantage-and-thankyou-point-cards/(29:03) - Rove "Built Better" promoRead more about the Rove "Built Better" promo here: https://frequentmiler.com/rove-built-better-promo-7x-on-hotel-stays-bonus-earnings-free-miles/Main Event: Battle of the $350 airline cards: AA, Delta, United (and Alaska)(32:40:09) - Comparing $350 airline cards: AA, Delta, United (and Alaska)(35:33) - Earnings on spend(40:25) - All offer standard airline card perks such as free checked...
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Watch every episode ad-free & uncensored on Patreon: https://patreon.com/dannyjones Captain Steeeve is a former U.S. Navy pilot and long-time commercial airline captain, now a popular YouTube personality known for his aviation insights, tips for nervous flyers, and plane crash analysis. Captain Steeeve recently retired from flying due to age limits after a decades-long career flying diverse aircraft like the Boeing 727, 757, 767, and 777. SPONSORS https://shopify.com/dannyjones - Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial & start selling today. https://www.amentara.com/go/dj - Use code DJ22 for 22% off your first order. https://stopboxusa.com - Use code for 10% off your ENTIRE order + BOGO on the StopBox Pro. https://whiterabbitenergy.com/?ref=DJP - Use code DJP for 20% off. EPISODE LINKS @CaptainSteeeve https://www.instagram.com/captainsteeeve FOLLOW DANNY JONES https://www.instagram.com/dannyjones https://twitter.com/jonesdanny OUTLINE 00:00 - Why pilots are forced to retire at 65 03:44 - Why pilots are susceptible to alcoholism & depression 06:56 - Getting hired as a military pilot 09:02 - How military planes hunt submarines 11:22 - Hunting soviet submarines during the Cold War 14:34 - President's doomsday plane 17:29 - Future of airplane technology 25:09 - Boeing vs. AirBus planes 26:45 - New AI airplane pilots 30:12 - Reinforced doors protecting pilots 36:08 - Captain Steeeve's 9/11 story 38:52 - American Airlines scrubbed names of 9/11 pilots 47:57 - The new airplane hijacking protocol 51:08 - Federal air marshals 56:12 - What happened to flight MH370 01:00:34 - MH370 engine transmissions 01:06:06 - Pilot addresses flat earth theory 01:09:00 - Airline UFO protocols 01:10:08 - Pilot's explanation for alien orbs 01:16:21 - Navy pilot UFO sighting 01:20:45 - Why takeoff is the most dangerous part of a flight 01:28:53 - Captain Steeeve's scariest flight 01:35:06 - What pilots should NEVER tell their passengers 01:39:21 - The truth about turbulence 01:42:13 - Why you should always wear your seatbelt on a plane 01:46:12 - Anomalies that cause plane crashes 01:48:56 - Why planes vanish in the Bermuda Triangle 01:53:30 - Air India 171 crash 01:56:24 - Captain Steeeve's interview with Megyn Kelly 01:59:48 - Japan Airlines' UFO encounter 02:04:17 - Moon missions & living on Mars 02:10:32 - Why it's Captain "Steeeve" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this podcast episode, we'll talk about last-minute uses for dining credits, AA bonvoying us, but too late to earn a Bonvoyed award, and we pick 2025's Deal of the Year. Giant Mailbag(01:24) - PSA for Dining credits(04:17) - Vote for your favorite soon: polls close 12/31You can vote here.(04:52) - Our Bonvoyed of the year picks(05:14) - The People have spokenBonvoyed(11:02) - AA: No more miles or Loyalty Points on Basic Economy fares with American AirlinesRead more about this here.Main Event: 2025 Deal of the Year(13:58) - Last year's "Deal of the Year" (2024)(17:58) - 2025 Candidates for "Deal of the Year"(18:15) - Airline & Hotel DealsRead more about Japan Airlines here.(19:23) - Learn more about Nick's JetBlue 25 for 25 journey here.(20:23) - Learn more about Wyndham's promo here.(21:11) - Credit card dealsLearn more about the Alaska Atmos Summit card here,(23:19) - Learn more about the American Express Platinum cards here.(27:50) - Learn more about the targeted American Express Business Platinum offer here.(28:48) - Learn more about the (now dead) Rakuten deal here.(30:55) - Learn more about the Citi Strata Elite recovery here.(33:43) - Learn more about Citi's addition of American Airlines as a transfer partner here.(35:36) - Other dealsLearn more about the Rakuten portal, earning Bilt points here.(37L17) - Our picks for "Deal of the Year."Question of the Week(45:12) - Anyone having trouble using Hyatt Suite Upgrade awards when using a third party like The Edit by Chase Travel℠ or Amex Fine Hotels & Resorts®?Subscribe 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 this...
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The Daily Quiz - Entertainment, Society and Culture Today's Questions: Question 1: Which film contains the character 'George Bailey'? Question 2: Which of these quotes is from the film 'Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl'? Question 3: What is the name of the afternoon nap popular in Spain, which derives from a word meaning 'sixth hour'? Question 4: What does the word 'seis' mean in Spanish? Question 5: What was Brett's last supper in the film Pulp Fiction? Question 6: Which animal would you associate with the Japan Airlines logo? Question 7: What Hugely Successful Chain Of Stores First Opened Its Doors In 1954 In California? Question 8: Who is the Greek equivalent of the roman god Jupiter? This podcast is produced by Klassic Studios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
La Commissione riconosce all'Italia l'avvio di un percorso virtuoso sui conti, ma registra un rallentamento della crescita, aprendo la questione dell'impatto della Manovra. Gli emendamenti alla legge di bilancio sono circa 5.500, di cui 1.600 della maggioranza. FdI propone la riapertura della sanatoria edilizia del 2003; Forza Italia e Lega chiedono di cancellare l'aumento della cedolare secca al 26% e puntano sulla tassa sull'oro. Si attende il vertice tra Meloni, Salvini, Tajani e Lupi prima del voto sugli emendamenti in Senato. Approfondiamo con Alberto Orioli, editorialista de Il Sole 24 Ore e con Maurizio Lupi, presidente di Noi Moderati e membro della Camera dei deputati.Lo scontro diplomatico Cina-Giappone pesa sul NikkeiLa nuova premier giapponese Sanae Takaichi ha aperto una crisi diplomatica con la Cina definendo un'eventuale offensiva su Taiwan una "minaccia esistenziale", ipotizzando una risposta militare. Pechino ha reagito duramente, riaffermando la futura "riunificazione" e diffondendo messaggi minacciosi. La Cina ha sconsigliato ai cittadini di recarsi in Giappone e inviato navi vicino alle Senkaku/Diaoyu. Intanto l'economia giapponese si è contratta per la prima volta in sei trimestri (-1,8% annualizzato; -0,4% trimestrale), sostenendo il piano della premier per un pacchetto di stimoli oltre 17 trilioni di yen. Le tensioni si sono riflesse sul mercato: forti cali per titoli turistici, retail e cosmetics, compresi Japan Airlines, Ana, Isetan Mitsukoshi, Muji, Uniqlo, Shiseido e Oriental Land. Il Nikkei ha chiuso in lieve flessione (-0,10%), ma un boicottaggio cinese potrebbe pesare per 14,23 miliardi di dollari e ridurre il Pil dello 0,36%. Il commento è di Marco Masciaga, Il Sole 24 Ore New Delhi.Commissione Ue: crescita Eurozona 2025 rivista al rialzo, ma l'Italia resta in difficoltàLa Commissione europea prevede per il 2025 una crescita dell'Eurozona dell'1,3% (contro lo 0,9% di maggio). Per l'Italia, invece, stime riviste al ribasso: +0,4% nel 2025, +0,8% nel 2026, +0,8% nel 2027, con performance tra le più basse dell'area euro. Dombrovskis richiama la necessità di azioni per sbloccare la crescita interna: competitività, semplificazione regolatoria, completamento del mercato unico, innovazione. L'economia europea ha retto meglio del previsto anche all'arrivo di Trump e alla sua strategia commerciale. Per l'Italia il rallentamento del prodotto è attribuito a esportazioni nette negative (-0,7 punti) e fine degli incentivi immobiliari, con consumi frenati dall'incertezza. Sul fronte dei conti, la Commissione certifica un deficit al 3% nel 2025, con volontà del governo di scendere sotto soglia per uscire dalla procedura per disavanzo eccessivo. Parliamone con Alberto Orioli, editorialista de Il Sole 24 OrePer siderurgia ancora contrazione nel 2025, ripresa nel 2026L'evento evidenzia che dopo il rallentamento successivo al "biennio magico" 2021-2022, nel 2024 la siderurgia italiana registra un calo generalizzato: fatturato -9%, valore aggiunto -15%, utili -30%, Ebitda -29%. Le imprese prevedono un'ulteriore contrazione nel 2025: il 53% si attende un calo del fatturato e una riduzione dell'incidenza dell'Ebitda; il 47% un decremento del risultato economico. Le criticità principali restano costi dell'energia, ridotto valore aggiunto dei prodotti, costi di materie prime e semilavorati; sul fronte strategico pesano politiche green Ue, perdita di competitività e concorrenza sleale. Morandi sottolinea che Ebitda sotto pressione e filiera frammentata richiedono consapevolezza dei numeri, visione e coraggio di innovare. Lo studio "Bilanci d'Acciaio 2025" analizza i bilanci 2022-24 di 1.764 imprese e include un sondaggio sulle prospettive 2025. Ne parliamo con Paolo Morandi, amministratore delegato Siderweb, la community dell'acciaio.
On a cold November evening in 1986, a Japan Airlines cargo flight became the center of one of the most credible and mysterious UFO encounters ever recorded. In this episode, we dive into the strange and chilling story of Japan Airlines Flight 1628, a routine journey that turned into a 30-minute chase across the skies of Alaska.At the controls that night was Captain Kenju Terauchi, a seasoned pilot and former fighter aviator with nearly three decades of experience. Alongside him were his co-pilot, Takanori Tamefuji, and flight engineer Yoshio Tsukuba. Their mission was simple: fly from Paris to Tokyo, with a stop in Anchorage. Everything was calm until 5:11 p.m., when the captain spotted two bright lights about thirty degrees to the left and slightly below their Boeing 747.The lights didn't behave like normal aircraft. They mirrored the plane's speed and direction perfectly. For several minutes, the crew watched as the lights danced alongside them, until they suddenly darted forward and stopped just outside the cockpit windows. The cabin filled with a warm amber glow. The captain described feeling the “heat of the light” on his face and seeing two square-shaped objects about fifty meters across, each with rows of bright circular lights.When the co-pilot called Anchorage Air Traffic Control to ask about nearby traffic, controllers reported nothing in the area. Yet the crew insisted they were seeing two objects less than a mile away. Their radio began to fill with static whenever the lights approached, a strange interference that made communication nearly impossible.Minutes later, the objects disappeare, but radar at Anchorage picked up something unusual trailing the Japanese flight. The military command center at NORAD's Regional Operations Command also confirmed radar returns that matched what the crew was reporting. At one point, the object appeared on three separate radar systems at once, yet none of them could identify what it was.As the plane neared Fairbanks, Alaska, Captain Terauchi saw something even large, a massive, dark shape hovering in the distance. He described it as a “gigantic spaceship,” nearly twice the size of an aircraft carrier. Terrified, he requested permission to change course. Air traffic control agreed, and the captain took sharp turns and dropped altitude, trying to get away. But the unidentified object seemed to follow, matching every move.When Anchorage offered to scramble military jets, the captain refused, fearing an escalation. Moments later, the object vanished from view. A nearby United Airlines flight and a military aircraft were redirected to confirm the sighting, but by the time they arrived, the sky was clear.The Japan Airlines cargo plane landed safely at 6:20 p.m. The incident became the subject of official FAA and military reports, totaling hundreds of pages of radar data and transcripts. Captain Terauchi was later reassigned to desk duty, though he stood by his account until retirement.To this day, the JAL1628 incident remains unexplained. Multiple radar detections, visual sightings by three experienced pilots, and maneuvers far beyond known human technolo, all recorded in official document, make it one of aviation's most enduring mysteries. https://www.pastliveshypnosis.co.uk/https://www.patreon.com/alienufopodcastMy book 'Verified Near Death Exeriences' https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DXKRGDFP Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this week's Quick Hits, DeAndre Coke breaks down the latest updates in the world of travel points and miles, with a special focus on Japan Airlines' Mileage Bank and its often-overlooked redemption value. He shares expert holiday booking strategies, including the ideal window for buying flights and how traveling on Christmas Day can save you money.The episode also covers the Hyatt credit card's substantial welcome bonuses, Mesa's partnership with Instacart, and Citi's new Advantage Globe MasterCard designed for American Airlines loyalists. Plus, DeAndre highlights a new Qantas transfer bonus that offers travelers a great chance to stretch their miles further. Wrapping up with news on upcoming giveaways, this episode is a must-listen for anyone planning their next redemption or trip during the busy holiday season.Key takeaways: Japan Airlines Mileage Bank: A hidden gem for award redemptions, offering substantial value on round-trip bookings.Holiday flight timing: The best window to book flights is 54–70 days before travel.Fly smart on holidays: Traveling on Christmas Day can reduce costs and crowd levels.Hyatt credit card perks: Offers substantial welcome bonuses and elite night credits for loyal guests.Mesa + Instacart: New partnership adds everyday value for cardholders.Citi Advantage Globe MasterCard: Great option for American Airlines flyers with new perks and earning opportunities.Qantas transfer bonus: Increases the value of mileage redemptions through Citi's transfer partners.Community updates: DeAndre teases exciting giveaways in upcoming episodes.Interested in Financial Planning?Truicity Wealth ManagementResources:Our RoveMiles referral linkBook a Free 30-minute points & miles consultationStart here to learn how to unlock nearly free travelSign up for our newsletter!BoldlyGo Travel With Points & Miles Facebook GroupSome of Our Favorite Tools For Elevating Your Points & Miles Game:Note: Contains affiliate/sponsored linksCard Pointers (Saves the average user $750 per year)Zil Money (For Payroll on Credit Card)Travel FreelyPoint.meFlightConnections.comThrifty Traveler PremiumLTH Online Points & Miles In...
Want to work with us? Reach out! inquiries at milestomemories dot com Get an easy $200 from Melio for making your first payment! (Affiliate link. Terms below) https://affiliates.meliopayments.com/travelonpointsteam Episode Description On this episode of MTM Travel Mark recaps his recent East Coast Halloween adventures which included a quest for the best New Haven pizza plus Sleep Hollow, Yale and the coolest Hyatt atrium around! We also discuss a neat around the neck fan for hot planes, Shawn's "rough" Japan Airlines business class experience & how American Dream is doing five years later. 0:00 Welcome to MTM Travel 4:47 Halloween time in Sleepy Hollow 11:07 Dealing with emotional letdowns during travel 13:45 Hyatt Regency Greenwich & its very cool atrium 18:50 Finding the best New Haven pizza & rankings 27:00 Exploring Yale's amazing architecture & New Haven 29:20 Visiting American Dream - New York's (NJ) GIANT mall 35:52 A crazy fan contraption for hotel planes/hotel rooms 38:07 A rough Japan Airlines flight - Business class quick review Links Melio Offer (affiliate link) - https://affiliates.meliopayments.com/travelonpointsteam Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com. You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, TuneIn, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know!
In Episode 140 of the Award Travel 101 podcast, hosts Mike Zaccheo and Cameron Laufer cover a range of topics from heartwarming uses of points to travel industry updates and destination planning. They open with a moving story from a community member who used 18,000 AA miles to fly an old friend across the country for emotional support—highlighting how miles can offer more than just luxury travel. Mike and Cameron then discuss notable credit card updates, including new Capital One transfer partners like Qatar Airways and Japan Airlines (with a 30% bonus), and question whether the $895 Amex Platinum fee is worth it given the long list of credits offered. Transfer bonuses from Citi and Amex are also covered, and they touch on current promotions like Chase Freedom's Q4 5x categories.The main segment dives into Cameron's recent trip to the Dolomites in Italy. He provides a detailed rundown on how to get there using points and miles from various programs—highlighting Emirates' fifth-freedom JFK–Milan route, and Star Alliance partners like United and Lufthansa. For accommodations, they explore luxury hotel options using programs like I Prefer, Marriott, and portals from Amex, Chase, Citi, and Capital One. Ground transportation tips emphasize renting a car over relying on trains and buses. Cameron wraps up with Dolomites-specific advice like reserving parking at Tre Cime, getting to Seceda early, and hiking resources, making this episode both informative and personal.Episode Links:Capital One new Transfer PartnersCapital One To JAL Transfer BonusOther Transfer BonusesAmex Platinum DetailsChase Freedom Q4 5x CategoriesDolomites Points & Miles PostWhere to Find Us The Free Award Travel 101 Community. To book time with our team, check out Award Travel 1-on-1. You can also email us at 101@award.travel Our partner CardPointers helps us get the most from our cards. We love being able to automatically add all of our offers and quickly seeing the best card to use for every purchase. Signup today at https://cardpointers.com/at101 for a 30% discount on annual and lifetime subscriptions! Lastly, we appreciate your support of the AT101 Podcast/Community when you signup for your next card! Technical note: Some user experience difficulty streaming the podcast while connected to a VPN. If you have difficulty, disconnect from your VPN.
In this episode, we'll talk about how Citi is showering us with transfer bonuses, then we'll talk about the incredible uses for Japan Airlines miles. Now that Capital One is making transfers available to Japan Airlines (in addition to Bilt, which has already been offering this), it's worth talking about what you can do with those miles!Giant Mailbag(01:42) - "I'm a YUGE fan of ya'll. I'm an Army National Guard member that puts in just enough active duty time to get Servicemembers Civil Relief Act benefits (waived annual fees). So I have so many luxury cards I get FAR more value from the cards than I do from my Guard paycheck.Ya'll have been a key factor in deciding to stay in the National Guard, so 'Thank You For Your Service'."100K Vacay Challenge Update(04:06) - By the time this airs, Greg will be heading to his destination for his Benchmark Trip. As a reminder, he's setting the bar for the rest of the challengers with a trip showcasing how far 100K Chase Ultimate Rewards points can go. (Once he's back, Tim, Nick, and Stephen will attempt to match or outdo his trip with alternate transferable points currencies.) Read more about that here!Card News(09:34) - Spirit Travel More credit card holders now get 2 free checked bags (Read more about this update here)(11:11) - Amex will exclude gift cards from Hilton credits starting in 2026(12:28) - Southwest debit card (Read more about the Southwest debit card here)Read the View from the Wing article here.Awards, Points, and More(14:42) - Air France / KLM Promo: Earn 10,000 bonus Flying Blue miles when flying from the US to any destination served by Air France or KLM.(18:16) - Avianca LifeMiles Award Sale(20:19) - Transfer bonuses(24:50) - Rove Miles transfer bonus (Use our referral link here.)(27:25) - Capital One added transfer partners and also has some transfer bonusesMain Event: Sweet-spot awards courtesy of Japan Airlines(30:18) - How to get JAL milesLearn more about the Best Uses of Japan Airlines Mileage Bank Miles here(32:01) - The Bad News(33:05) - Japan Airlines Mileage Bank 36-month hard expiration policy(34:30) - Family restrictions on award redemption(35:58) - Carrier-imposed surcharges(36:19) - JAL Mileage Bank awards can not be changed (but they can be cancelled for a reasonable fee)(36:56) - Best uses of Japan Airlines Mileage Bank(42:54) - Japan Airlines partner awardsQuestion of the Week(1:10:20) - Buying points isn't usually a good value unless you have a specific redemption in mind, but what about Atmos for 1.66 cents per point? (Especially with Rove miles?)Subscribe 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 Yoder
Book your 1:1 Strategy Session Here!Points and miles transform dream destinations from distant fantasies into achievable adventures, opening up the world while presenting the delightful challenge of deciding where to go next.• Our kids' bucket list items reflect their personalities - our 5-year-old wants Asia and Africa because of a song• Our 8-year-old dreams of Miami and Philadelphia to watch his favorite football teams • Our 11-year-old hopes to see jaguars in Brazil and return to New York City• We're already checking off bucket list destinations this year with Europe, Japan, and Christmas markets• Thailand, Scotland/London, and Italy are our planned bucket list trips for 2025• The "Die With Zero" philosophy influences our travel planning - prioritizing experiences at the right life stage• International bucket list includes African safari, Scandinavian summer, Norwegian fjords, French countryside, Peru, and more• Luxury hotel stays like JW Marriott Masai Mara and Park Hyatt Vienna make our accommodation bucket list• Premium cabin flights on Emirates, Turkish, Japan Airlines and Qatar's Q Suites round out our travel dreamsDon't be afraid to dream big with your travel bucket list - it should be inspiring and remind you what's possible. Points and miles can make those dreams feel closer to reality.What destinations are calling your name? We'd love to hear about your family's travel bucket list! Follow along on Instagram @TravelPartyof5 as we continue checking dream destinations off our list and sharing the journey with you.
Bei keinem einzelnen Flugzeugabsturz sind bisher mehr Menschen gestorben als beim Absturz von Flug "JL 123" am 12.08.1985. Doch Japan hat aus dem Unglück gelernt. Von Frank Zirpins.
Shawn Ryan Show: Read the notes at at podcastnotes.org. Don't forget to subscribe for free to our newsletter, the top 10 ideas of the week, every Monday --------- Blake Scholl is the Founder and CEO of Boom Supersonic, a company he started in 2014 to revive commercial supersonic flight with the Overture airliner, designed to fly at Mach 1.7 and carry 64–80 passengers. A Carnegie Mellon University computer science graduate (BS, 2001), Scholl began his career as a software engineer at Amazon, later owning a $300 million P&L at age 24, and co-founded Kima Labs, acquired by Groupon in 2012. Inspired by seeing Concorde in a museum, he self-taught aerospace engineering to launch Boom, which achieved the first privately developed supersonic flight with the XB-1 demonstrator in January 2025. With orders from United, American, and Japan Airlines, Scholl aims to make sustainable supersonic travel mainstream using 100% sustainable aviation fuel, targeting passenger flights by 2030. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: https://americanfinancing.net/srs NMLS 182334, nmlsconsumeraccess.org https://tryarmra.com/srs https://betterhelp.com/srs This episode is sponsored. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/srs and get on your way to being your best self. https://meetfabric.com/shawn https://shawnlikesgold.com https://hexclad.com/srs https://hillsdale.edu/srs https://ketone.com/srs Visit https://ketone.com/srs for 30% OFF your subscription order https://ROKA.com – USE CODE SRS https://trueclassic.com/srs https://USCCA.com/srs https://blackbuffalo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Shawn Ryan Show Intro Advice for future innovators: Work on something that you would be proud to fail at“There's a whole generation or two that did not go into aviation because the door was closed to innovation.” – Blake Scholl Great people do not want to work for bosses who do not know what they are doing: There is no substitute for actually knowing what you are talking about and doing the work The world does not need more of what it has already got; the world needs more of what you can uniquely bring The incentives of government regulation agencies create an asymmetric bias towards conservatism, a reality that ultimately stifles progress and innovation; this centralizes and monopolizes risk decisions into the hands of government regulators The smaller the team, the easier it is to keep the talent bar high; the number one thing great people want is to work with other great people Using AI to create a talent engine: Have the AI handle the boring and rudimentary tasks so that human talent can work on the most interesting problems; this creates a flywheel of talent retention and magnetismBe unafraid to deploy inexperienced, high-aptitude talent – but phone somebody who has some gray hair The Speed Dividend from supersonic: If the flight is twice as fast, then you need half the number of pilots, half as many airplanes, and can get twice as many flights from the same number of airplanes and crewWork on what you love because you will learn so much about: You will learn 99% new stuff along the way, so why not learn 99.5% new stuff while working on something you really love?Go work on the thing that your five-year-old self would have been dazzled by Read the full notes @ podcastnotes.orgBlake Scholl is the Founder and CEO of Boom Supersonic, a company he started in 2014 to revive commercial supersonic flight with the Overture airliner, designed to fly at Mach 1.7 and carry 64–80 passengers. A Carnegie Mellon University computer science graduate (BS, 2001), Scholl began his career as a software engineer at Amazon, later owning a $300 million P&L at age 24, and co-founded Kima Labs, acquired by Groupon in 2012. Inspired by seeing Concorde in a museum, he self-taught aerospace engineering to launch Boom, which achieved the first privately developed supersonic flight with the XB-1 demonstrator in January 2025. With orders from United, American, and Japan Airlines, Scholl aims to make sustainable supersonic travel mainstream using 100% sustainable aviation fuel, targeting passenger flights by 2030. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: https://americanfinancing.net/srs NMLS 182334, nmlsconsumeraccess.org https://tryarmra.com/srs https://betterhelp.com/srs This episode is sponsored. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/srs and get on your way to being your best self. https://meetfabric.com/shawn https://shawnlikesgold.com https://hexclad.com/srs https://hillsdale.edu/srs https://ketone.com/srs Visit https://ketone.com/srs for 30% OFF your subscription order https://ROKA.com – USE CODE SRS https://trueclassic.com/srs https://USCCA.com/srs https://blackbuffalo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Blake Scholl is the Founder and CEO of Boom Supersonic, a company he started in 2014 to revive commercial supersonic flight with the Overture airliner, designed to fly at Mach 1.7 and carry 64–80 passengers. A Carnegie Mellon University computer science graduate (BS, 2001), Scholl began his career as a software engineer at Amazon, later owning a $300 million P&L at age 24, and co-founded Kima Labs, acquired by Groupon in 2012. Inspired by seeing Concorde in a museum, he self-taught aerospace engineering to launch Boom, which achieved the first privately developed supersonic flight with the XB-1 demonstrator in January 2025. With orders from United, American, and Japan Airlines, Scholl aims to make sustainable supersonic travel mainstream using 100% sustainable aviation fuel, targeting passenger flights by 2030. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: https://americanfinancing.net/srs NMLS 182334, nmlsconsumeraccess.org https://tryarmra.com/srs https://betterhelp.com/srs This episode is sponsored. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/srs and get on your way to being your best self. https://meetfabric.com/shawn https://shawnlikesgold.com https://hexclad.com/srs https://hillsdale.edu/srs https://ketone.com/srs Visit https://ketone.com/srs for 30% OFF your subscription order https://ROKA.com – USE CODE SRS https://trueclassic.com/srs https://USCCA.com/srs https://blackbuffalo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Have you ever dreamed of flying to Japan in business class—without paying out of pocket? Bilt just made that a lot easier. In this episode, I'm joined by award travel strategist Ben Komenkul to talk about the newest (and most exciting) Bilt Rewards transfer partner: Japan Airlines. This partnership opens the door to premium flights across Asia and around the world—and it's not just for those planning a trip to Tokyo. Ben and I walk through everything from low-cost regional flights and lie-flat business class options to more advanced redemptions like partner bookings with Emirates or Korean Air. We also share the biggest tips and pitfalls to know before transferring your Bilt points, including how to avoid JAL's 60-day award booking delay and why their mileage expiration policy might not work for everyone. If you've been curious about using Bilt points—or want to understand when this program can unlock premium cabin value—this is a must-listen. Get full show notes and transcript: https://pointmetofirstclass.com/book-japan-airlines-with-bilt-rewards/ Want to shape the show? Take the Point Me To First Class listener survey and share what you love and want more of! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeAPfb3wIaphMn_NoQzm_fljydsivTELQwh7pYoxrI2uTFoKQ/viewform?usp=header Eager to learn the secrets of award travel so that you can turn your expenses into unforgettable experiences? Join the Points Made Easy course waitlist here: https://pointmetofirstclass.com/pointsmadeeasy
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Watch us on YouTube! Delta made some changes to their fare structures that are likely to lead to confusion for some travelers. Richard and Ed are weighing in on those changes. Bilt has added their 20th transfer partner. Japan Airlines is a very useful program to get to Japan and other points in Asia, but has been a difficult program to transfer points to. That changes with this new partnership! A listener shares a heartfelt story about their recovery and some very kind words for the co-hosts. Frontier has rolled out a companion pass benefit after their recent status match, which may lead to more Frontier tales! Newark airport continues to disappoint. Even with softening travel demand, Richard and Ed are recommending you avoid for now. Lastly, Ed has a poll question for viewers and listeners in regards to how many Membership Rewards points he should transfer from AMEX to Hawaiian to send to Alaska Airlines. 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/
In today's episode we'll talk about how you can still book Emirate first class awards, we'll discuss Spirit Airlines is going premium, and we'll look at how you can prepare your kids for points and miles.(01:29) - Does anyone else feel like American Express' customer service is above and beyond the rest?(09:33) - Chase Instacart benefits on many cards(17:07) - Buy Marriott Points for as low as 0.89 cents each (or maybe lower)Read more about buying Marriott points here.(23:33) - Emirates restricting first class availability to elite members from 5/12/25(24:14) - Read about booking Emirates first class with Qantas or Air Canada miles here.(27:43) - Too good to last: Rakuten stops offering rewards for Chase cards(30:08) - Japan Airlines added as a new Bilt transfer partner(32:23) - Combined Alaska/Hawaiian loyalty program now expected in August(38:31) - Spirit updatesMain Event: Points for the next generation(47:57) - Sign up for airline accounts to earn miles now(57:39) - How do you track all these accounts?(1:04:29) - Help them build credit history(1:10:13) - Help them build college savingsRead more about earning miles for college savings here.Or find the best options for buying Gift of College gift cards here.(01:18:52) - See our Plastiq guide here.(1:22:15) - Help them build rewards balances & let them help you build yours(1:23:06) - Help them build their credit card collection(01:34:37) - Learn more about Travel Freely here: https://frequentmiler.com/take-the-stress-out-of-credit-card-bonus-hunting-travel-freely/(1:39:08) - Why isn't anyone talking about the Accor Signature Annual Membership given their airline transfer partners (many with a 1:1 ratio)?Visit 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 Yoder
Well, on this episode Melanie and I are both at the mercy of our children's airline travel woes, which means we got interrupted by phone calls and texts while we were recording since we were trying to help with troubleshooting and whatnot. Besides that, though, we talk through Japan travel prep, David's best technological day, and Hazel's sassy new Pilates-esque accessories. We also learn about a Netflix show that Melanie has loved, and we share our Graduation Gift Guide for 2025. Hope you enjoy! (Travel update from SH: I'm putting together show notes on Wednesday morning, and Alex is officially on his plane to Japan. Even though they're leaving a day later than they expected, they're now on a Japan Airlines flight and thrilled about it!) - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon Shop - San Antonio Live Show (10/23/25) tickets are on sale now! Show Notes: - a fantastic Away suitcase - Find My passport cases - AirTags - AirTag holders - packing cubes - The Four Seasons on Netflix - Another Simple Favor - Hazel's socks - our 2025 Graduation Gift Guide Sponsors: - Mint Mobile - use this link for a special three-month offer - OSEA Malibu - use code BIGBOO for 10% off your first order - Honeylove - use this link for 20% off sitewide - AG1 - use this link for a special NextGen offer
In this episode, Jess takes us step-by-step through her family's spring break trip to Japan—a points and miles masterpiece that cost just $200 total out of pocket for four round-trip flights and multiple hotel stays. From first class flights to washer/dryers in hotel rooms, this trip had it all. Whether you're dreaming of cherry blossoms, bullet trains, or Hello Kitty cafés, this episode is packed with tips for making Japan happen—without breaking the bank. Flying to Japan in Style with AA Miles Jess booked her family's flights using American Airlines miles, flying on Japan Airlines from Chicago to Tokyo, and shares her tips for snagging first-class saver award seats, business-class seats, and also premium-economy seats. Staying in Tokyo, Family Style For the Tokyo leg, Jess chose the Hyatt House Shibuya, a new property that has quickly become her top recommendation for families. Kyoto on a Budget with Hyatt Place After Tokyo, the family took the bullet train to Kyoto and stayed at the Hyatt Place Kyoto, a Category 2 gem offering amazing value. Activities included exploring Fushimi Inari Shrine, tasting local snacks at Nishiki Market, and spending several hours with deer at Nara Park—Molly's favorite part of the trip! Luxury Final Night at the Conrad Tokyo For their final night, Jess used Hilton free-night certificates to stay at the Conrad Tokyo, a luxury property with top-tier service. From Hello Kitty water bottles at checkout to executive-lounge cocktails, it was the perfect way to end the trip. Jess doesn't recommend it for the location alone, but if you've got free night certificates, she says it's 100% worth it. A trip to Japan for a family of four with flights and hotels for $200? This is the power of points and miles. Hit play now and hear how Jess pulled it off—and how you can too. Links: Points Talk Premium: https://pointstalk.supercast.com How to Get Your Next Vacation for Nearly Free: How to Get Your Next Vacation for Nearly Free - https://travelmomsquad.lpages.co/freevacation/ Hyatt House Tokyo Shibuya: https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-house/en-US/tyoxs-hyatt-house-tokyo-shibuya Hyatt Place Kyoto Review: Hyatt Place Kyoto Review - Travel Mom Squad - https://travelmomsquad.com/hyatt-place-kyoto-review/ SmartEx App (for Shinkansen tickets): Tokaido Sanyo Kyushu Shinkansen Internet - https://smart-ex.jp/en/app/download/index.html Reservation Service | Tokaido Sanyo Kyushu Shinkansen Internet Reservation Service - https://smart-ex.jp/en/app/download/index.html Voice Map app: Walking Tour App » VoiceMap - https://voicemap.me/walking-tour-app Cat rescue cafe: Home | 宿木カフェ&レストラン - https://www.yadorigicafe.com Links For All Things Travel Mom Squad: stan.store/travelmomsquad Episode Minute By Minute: 00:30 – Flights to Japan: AA miles, upgrades, and flight tricks 07:00 – Booking first class seats and handling premium economy changes 12:00 – Transportation in Tokyo and using transit cards for kids 16:00 – Hyatt House Shibuya: why it's perfect for families 23:00 – Favorite Tokyo experiences: TeamLab, shopping streets, latte art & cat cafés 29:00 – Kyoto stay at Hyatt Place + must-dos like Nara Park and local markets 36:00 – Final night at Conrad Tokyo with Hilton free-night certificates 42:00 – Recap of highlights, family takeaways, and why Jess is ready to go back
We tend to ignore Wells Fargo cards because there are so many other great credit cards out there, but they actually do have some compelling cards out there. In today's episode we'll discuss which ones you might want in your wallet. (01:47) - Re: Clarifying our "Beyond 100K Sapphire Preferred" episode, which you can read more about here. (19:33) - Bigger Capital One VentureX Business Card offer via private banker Listen to the podcast episode about the public Capital One VentureX Business card offer here. (22:49) - Citi decreasing redemption rates on emirates starting 7/27 (26:24) - Read more about the OneKey Cash devaluation for Vrbo stays here. (29:10) - A top up fee for priority pass lounge access (32:10) - Read more about the Japan Airlines devaluation here. (35:26) - More Japan Airlines (JAL) news Learn about how to Book JAL with JetBlue points here. (39:29) - More Bilt news (44:55) - Learn how to use Bilt to pay student loans with points here. (46:24) - United MileagePlus Showing More Awards After Changing Settings (49:51) - Wyndham Points + Cash reservations now bookable with as few as 750 points (51:12) - Learn more about Gondola here: https://frequentmiler.com/gondola/ Main Event: A World-Class Wells Fargo Wallet (57:04) - Transferable points (59:27) - Notable Wells Fargo credit cards which have transfer abilities (1:01:07) - Notable Wells Fargo cash back cards, which can be moved to a transferrable point card (1:04:33) - Here's how you can build a world-class Wells Fargo wallet (1:07:44) - Downsides (and fun hypotheticals) (1:13:32) - See our current transfer bonuses resource here. (1:16:22) - How many of your millions of miles come from sign up bonuses vs credit card spending, and where does most of your credit card spend come from? Read more about how to increase credit card spend here, and watch our episode 197 about increasing spend here. Visit 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 Yoder
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Watch Us On YouTube! We're talking about Ed's flights to Japan, including business class on Delta's Airbus A350 and Japan Airlines 787-9. He also flew economy class on Starlux Airlines and was REALLY impressed. How much would you pay for a first class upgrade? We're giving you our opinion on how much we would pay. Bilt Rewards now allows you to pay rent with any credit card. Listen to Ed discuss why he thinks this can lead to bigger and better things. It's free to sign up for the Bilt Rewards network and earn points. Use Ed's referral link to sign-up. Frontier Airlines has rolled out another status match offer folks should consider. And, we talk about a really painful flight diversion. #firstclass #frontierairlines #starlux #japanairlines #frequentflyer 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. See More: https://milestogo.boardingarea.com/ 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/