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Best podcasts about scott mccartney

Latest podcast episodes about scott mccartney

Airlines Confidential Podcast
289 - Guest Co-Host: Oscar Munoz; Guest: Steve Sisneros, VP Airport Affairs, Southwest Airlines

Airlines Confidential Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 62:08


This week: Scott McCartney's Guest Co-Host is Oscar Munoz; Guest: Steve Sisneros, VP Airport Affairs, Southwest Airlines, News: Real ID kicks in; SWA Bags Fly Free no more; Newark caps traffic - United takes biggest hit; Better ATC tech & better runway utilization; ATC leadership failures; Success pending ratification on United flight attendant contract; Delta's new confusing fare classes & subclasses; Listener Input: Conflicting opinions on EWR slot restrictions.

CEO Spotlight
From now on, only some bags fly free on Southwest Airlines

CEO Spotlight

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 9:04


Scott McCartney, former Wall Street Journal columnist, The Middle Seat, joined KRLD Business Analyst David Johnson in the CEO Spotlight on Tuesday.

Airlines Confidential Podcast
272 - Scott McCartney - Island Edition from Hawaii

Airlines Confidential Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025 20:40


This week: Scott McCartney - Island Edition from Hawaii; News: David Pekoske out as TSA Administrator; American reports good times-bad times; Operating margin numbers; Wall Street Journal's latest performance rankings; On Point Loyalty's report on loyalty program values; Lister comments: Comparing AOPA to NRA goes to far.

Flypodden
FLIGHT 326 - Årsresultater og Frank Lorenzo

Flypodden

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 29:53


Vi spiller inn ukens episode mandag 13. januar. Norwegian, Widerøe og Norse harr talt passasjerer og forsøker å telle penger, IATA tror på 2025, Airbus teller antall fly og vi har en anbefaling fra gamle dager. Velkommen ombord på flight 326! Kapring: Pakistan International 326 AKTUELT: Desember-tallene Norwegian + Widerøe Norse Atlantic Resultatvarsel fra Norwegian IATA tror på et godt 2025 Nordic Aviation Capital solgt til Dubai Airbus-leveringer 2024 UKENS ANBEFALING: Bli kjent med gode gamle Frank Lorenzo Sjekk ut podcasten Airlines Confidential som blant annet ledes av tidligere Wall Street Journal-journalist Scott McCartney. I episoden fra før jul intervjuer de Frank Lorenzo, som var en veldig sentral (og omstridt) person i amerikansk luftfart på 1980-tallet. Mannen er 84 år gammel, men skarp som en kniv. Han har også skrevet bok - som burde ha kommet for 30 år siden.

Airlines Confidential Podcast
265 - Guest Co-Host Oscar Munoz, Fmr Chairman, United; Andrew Watterson, COO, SWA

Airlines Confidential Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 59:51


This week: Guest Co-Host Oscar Munoz, Fmr Chairman, United; Plus: Andrew Watterson, COO, SWA, with Scott McCartney at ONT "State of the Airport" day in Ontario CA; News: Spirit's "Basic Economy Bankruptcy" moves forward; A discussion around change fees; Lund out, Ackerman in as Boeing head of quality; Arthur Frommer passes at 95; Listener Q on Aer Lingus incentives at Indianapolis, and follow up to Chris Sloan A321 XLR segment.

Eye on Travel with Peter Greenberg
The latest trends in American travel behavior and reported changes at Southwest Airlines

Eye on Travel with Peter Greenberg

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2024 34:56


On this week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg, Peter reports on the latest trends in American travel behavior with Amir Eylon - President of Longwoods International - and how, where and why we behave differently during election season in the United States. Then, Peter discusses the possible reported changes happening at Southwest Airlines with Zach Griff from the Points Guy and Scott McCartney - The Travel Editor Emeritus of the Wall Street Journal and the Host of the Airlines Confidential Podcast - and what it could mean for travelers. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Travel Today with Peter Greenberg
The latest trends in American travel behavior and reported changes at Southwest Airlines

Travel Today with Peter Greenberg

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2024 34:56


On this week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg, Peter reports on the latest trends in American travel behavior with Amir Eylon - President of Longwoods International - and how, where and why we behave differently during election season in the United States. Then, Peter discusses the possible reported changes happening at Southwest Airlines with Zach Griff from the Points Guy and Scott McCartney - The Travel Editor Emeritus of the Wall Street Journal and the Host of the Airlines Confidential Podcast - and what it could mean for travelers. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Airlines Confidential Podcast
250 - An announcement from Ben Baldanza

Airlines Confidential Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2024 64:47


This week: An announcement from Ben Baldanza; Plus, never before told Ben stories as Scott McCartney welcomes back Seth Kaplan, Chris Chiames, and Chris Sloan as guests to salute Ben; News: Air & Cruise travel demand; Aircraft delivery delays; Capacity discussion; Delta reliability; Listener Q: What would you do if you were CEO at SWA?

Eye on Travel with Peter Greenberg
Will summer travel demand soften? Plus, what you need to know when purchasing travel insurance.

Eye on Travel with Peter Greenberg

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 36:28


This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg - from The Edition Hotel in Tampa Bay, Florida. Peter takes a hard look at some travel numbers that almost defy belief. Despite high airfares and hotel rates, travel demand has not only not softened, it has gotten stronger and Amir Eylon - The President of Longwoods International - has done the research. Then, a look at the numbers from the inside out and from the point of view of the airlines with Travel Editor Emeritus of the Wall Street Journal and the Host of the Airlines Confidential Podcast Scott McCartney. Finally, a conversation with Janice Lintz about one aspect of the travel experience that remains confusing: travel insurance and what you need to know before you go.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Travel Today with Peter Greenberg
Will summer travel demand soften? Plus, what you need to know when purchasing travel insurance.

Travel Today with Peter Greenberg

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 36:28


This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg - from The Edition Hotel in Tampa Bay, Florida. Peter takes a hard look at some travel numbers that almost defy belief. Despite high airfares and hotel rates, travel demand has not only not softened, it has gotten stronger and Amir Eylon - The President of Longwoods International - has done the research. Then, a look at the numbers from the inside out and from the point of view of the airlines with Travel Editor Emeritus of the Wall Street Journal and the Host of the Airlines Confidential Podcast Scott McCartney. Finally, a conversation with Janice Lintz about one aspect of the travel experience that remains confusing: travel insurance and what you need to know before you go.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Airlines Confidential Podcast
244 - Scott McCartney interviews Ben Baldanza

Airlines Confidential Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2024 29:49


This week: Scott McCartney interviews Ben Baldanza, Fmr CEO, Spirit & current Board Member JetBlue: Ben has been selected to receive National Aeronautic Association 2024 Wright Trophy; FAA looking at new public charter rules; The Basic Economy misnomer with almost incomprehensible policies; SWA flight low altitude situations cause concern; Listener input: APUs, should a pilot stay at Spirit.

Eye on Travel with Peter Greenberg
An update on the airlines, dangers of AI in travel journalism, and what it means to be a "modern elder"

Eye on Travel with Peter Greenberg

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2024 35:34


This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg – from The Dominick Hotel in New York City. Peter has an update on the airlines with Wall Street Journal Travel Editor Emeritus Scott McCartney. Then, a conversation with Pauline Frommer - The Co-President of FrommerMedia and Editorial Director of Frommer's Guidebooks - on the dangers of AI especially when it comes to travel journalism. Finally, Chip Conley - Author of Learning to Love Midlife: 12 Reasons Why Life Gets Better with Age - sits down to discuss what it means to be a modern elder and the intelligent concept of longevity travel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Travel Today with Peter Greenberg
An update on the airlines, dangers of AI in travel journalism, and what it means to be a "modern elder"

Travel Today with Peter Greenberg

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2024 35:34


This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg – from The Dominick Hotel in New York City. Peter has an update on the airlines with Wall Street Journal Travel Editor Emeritus Scott McCartney. Then, a conversation with Pauline Frommer - The Co-President of FrommerMedia and Editorial Director of Frommer's Guidebooks - on the dangers of AI especially when it comes to travel journalism. Finally, Chip Conley - Author of Learning to Love Midlife: 12 Reasons Why Life Gets Better with Age - sits down to discuss what it means to be a modern elder and the intelligent concept of longevity travel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Eye on Travel with Peter Greenberg
A surprising trend in air travel and an in-depth look into the Low Country of South Carolina

Eye on Travel with Peter Greenberg

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2023 36:27


This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg -- from The Montage Palmetto Bluff in Bluffton, South Carolina. Peter sits down with Scott McCartney, Travel Editor Emeritus of the Wall Street Journal and the Host of the Airlines Confidential Podcast - on a strange phenomenon in the travel industry regarding low cost airlines. He explains what it is and what it means to you. Then, Peter dives deep into the history of the low country in South Carolina with Lisa Sulka - Mayor of the Town of Bluffton and Glen Umberger - Historic Preservationist for the Town of Bluffton - with more than a few surprises. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Travel Today with Peter Greenberg
A surprising trend in air travel and an in-depth look into the Low Country of South Carolina

Travel Today with Peter Greenberg

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2023 36:27


This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg -- from The Montage Palmetto Bluff in Bluffton, South Carolina. Peter sits down with Scott McCartney, Travel Editor Emeritus of the Wall Street Journal and the Host of the Airlines Confidential Podcast - on a strange phenomenon in the travel industry regarding low cost airlines. He explains what it is and what it means to you. Then, Peter dives deep into the history of the low country in South Carolina with Lisa Sulka - Mayor of the Town of Bluffton and Glen Umberger - Historic Preservationist for the Town of Bluffton - with more than a few surprises. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Airlines Confidential Podcast
202 - Special Report - Scott McCartney: Critical need for "Second Manhattan Project" at FAA.

Airlines Confidential Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2023 34:11


This week: Special Report - Scott McCartney on the critical need for a "Second Manhattan Project" to improve the FAA, ATC safety & staffing problems, utilize the trust fund, and more; Plus Ben & Scott discuss: Turbulent weather patterns across America; Fares & fees in a Spirit/JetBlue post merger world; NY Times comprehensive story on near misses; Listener Q: Why is public anger stronger towards airlines vs other industries?

Lawyers Weekly Podcast Network
Legal and other issues surrounding ‘black cladding'

Lawyers Weekly Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2023 26:03


In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Scott McCartney, a Wotjobaluk man and chief executive of the Kinaway Chamber of Commerce Victoria, and Matthew Karakoulakis, a Kokatha and Narungga man and principal solicitor of AMK Law, to discuss the issue of black cladding. Black cladding refers to businesses that falsely represent themselves as Indigenous-owned when they are not. Mr McCartney and Mr Karakoulakis discuss the negative consequences of black cladding and its impact on the Indigenous business community and the broader community. They highlight the need for proper certification and education to address the issue, as well as the role of lawyers in advocating for regulatory and legislative changes to prevent black cladding. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email editor@lawyersweekly.com.au for more insights!  

Eye on Travel with Peter Greenberg
The airline seat as a political battleground, the legacy of JFK on Dallas, and the city's growing food scene

Eye on Travel with Peter Greenberg

Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2023 35:30


This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg from The Ritz Carlton in Dallas, Texas. Scott McCartney, Host of the Airlines Confidential podcast and Travel Editor Emeritus of the Wall Street Journal, discusses how the airline seat has become a political battleground. Then, as we approach the 60th anniversary of the assassination of JFK, Stephen Fagin, Curator for The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, speaks about one of America's most defining, tragic moments and what it meant for the world – not to mention Dallas, then and now.. Finally, Dean Fearing, legendary Chef and Author of The Texas Food Bible), chats about his 40 years in Dallas, the changing food scene in this city, and a few things he can never take off his menu. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Travel Today with Peter Greenberg
The airline seat as a political battleground, the legacy of JFK on Dallas, and the city's growing food scene

Travel Today with Peter Greenberg

Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2023 35:30


This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg from The Ritz Carlton in Dallas, Texas. Scott McCartney, Host of the Airlines Confidential podcast and Travel Editor Emeritus of the Wall Street Journal, discusses how the airline seat has become a political battleground. Then, as we approach the 60th anniversary of the assassination of JFK, Stephen Fagin, Curator for The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, speaks about one of America's most defining, tragic moments and what it meant for the world – not to mention Dallas, then and now.. Finally, Dean Fearing, legendary Chef and Author of The Texas Food Bible), chats about his 40 years in Dallas, the changing food scene in this city, and a few things he can never take off his menu. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Airlines Confidential Podcast
178 - John McDonald, Founder, Caeli Communications

Airlines Confidential Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2023 50:35


This week: John McDonald, Founder, Caeli Communications; DOJ suit to block JetBlue/Spirit merger & Scott McCartney provides context and price comparison details; JetBlue plans NYC-Paris service; Listener Q: Do some personality types fit better at a particular airline? Do certain beverages taste better at 30,000 feet?

Eye on Travel with Peter Greenberg
A trip to the Raleigh Airport, an update on the battle against junk fees, and more

Eye on Travel with Peter Greenberg

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2023 25:50


This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg -- from Raleigh North Carolina. First, travel to the Raleigh-Durham International Airport to catch up with Scott McCartney, Travel Editor Emeritus for the Wall Street Journal and host of the Airlines Confidential Podcast. Then, we take a walk through Raleigh's history and hear some of the untold stories of this capital city with Ernest Dollar, the Executive Director of the City of Raleigh Museum and Pope House Museum. Finally we catch up with Scott Mayerowitz, Executive Editor of The Points Guy, with the latest in the battle against junk fees, with a few surprises.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Travel Today with Peter Greenberg
A trip to the Raleigh Airport, an update on the battle against junk fees, and more

Travel Today with Peter Greenberg

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2023 25:50


This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg -- from Raleigh North Carolina. First, travel to the Raleigh-Durham International Airport to catch up with Scott McCartney, Travel Editor Emeritus for the Wall Street Journal and host of the Airlines Confidential Podcast. Then, we take a walk through Raleigh's history and hear some of the untold stories of this capital city with Ernest Dollar, the Executive Director of the City of Raleigh Museum and Pope House Museum. Finally we catch up with Scott Mayerowitz, Executive Editor of The Points Guy, with the latest in the battle against junk fees, with a few surprises.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

CEO Spotlight
When will Southwest be spreading LUV again?

CEO Spotlight

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2022 9:52


Scott McCartney, Former Columnist for Wall Street Journal  joins David Johnson on this episode of CEO Spotlight to talk about the ongoing travel nightmare involving Southwest Airlines. 

Airlines Confidential Podcast
167 - Ben & Chris Welcome Scott McCartney to Airlines Confidential

Airlines Confidential Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2022 47:34


This week: 2022 wrap; Chris passes the mic as we welcome former Wall Street Journal "Middle Seat" columnist Scott McCartney to the podcast as Ben's new co-host; A fresh take from Scott on the JetBlue/American Northeast alliance; Frequent flyer programs get tighter; Where would our hosts invest $10k right now? Next episode Jan 4th, 2023. Happy New Year!

Apple News In Conversation
Traveling for the holidays? Here's what to know before your next flight

Apple News In Conversation

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2022 26:31


This is an episode from our archives. Scott McCartney has been covering the airline industry for more than two decades. He spoke with Apple News In Conversation host Shumita Basu about why air travel is such a mess — and what can we do about it.

The BLAZE THE LION Podcast
Episode 82 with DJ Smoove

The BLAZE THE LION Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2022 84:30


I'm tonight's episode 82 we spoke to Scott McCartney aka DJ Smoove. That name might sound familiar as he was a guest on our show back in January for our “DJs” theme in episode 54. Smoove is a father of 4 daughters & 1 son. So having children ranging from ages 31 to 8 brings tons of experience, lessons, realizations and failures. We spoke the importance of a father in every relationship. We spoke how the father - child relationship changes as we grow older. We spoke of the importance of grandfathers. Fathers are dope. Fathers are necessary. Fatherhood is love. “Why Fathers?” --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blazethelion/support

Eye on Travel with Peter Greenberg
An update on overcrowded airport lounges, our continuing obsession with points, and how we can travel more sustainably

Eye on Travel with Peter Greenberg

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2022 32:41


This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg covers overcrowded airport lounges, our continuing obsession with airline points, a conversation on sustainability in travel, and the story of a cafe in Dallas that helps young people get back on their feet with Travel Editor Emeritus of The Wall Street Journal Scott McCartney, Sustainability Strategist and Vice Chair of Virtuoso Jessica Hall Upchurch, and Chief Operating & Development Officer of Café Momentum Margaret Windham.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Travel Today with Peter Greenberg
An update on overcrowded airport lounges, our continuing obsession with points, and how we can travel more sustainably

Travel Today with Peter Greenberg

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2022 32:41


This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg covers overcrowded airport lounges, our continuing obsession with airline points, a conversation on sustainability in travel, and the story of a cafe in Dallas that helps young people get back on their feet with Travel Editor Emeritus of The Wall Street Journal Scott McCartney, Sustainability Strategist and Vice Chair of Virtuoso Jessica Hall Upchurch, and Chief Operating & Development Officer of Café Momentum Margaret Windham.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apple News In Conversation
Why air travel is such a mess — and what to know before your next flight

Apple News In Conversation

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2022 25:47


This was supposed to be the summer of revenge travel. Instead, air travelers have faced long lines, lost bags, and canceled flights. Scott McCartney has been covering the airline industry for more than two decades. He spoke with Apple News In Conversation host Shumita Basu about how things got so bad — and what can we do about it. Below are excerpts from the interview.

The Fly Angle: The Official RDU Airport Podcast
Episode 13: WSJ's Scott McCartney Looks Back at “The Middle Seat” — And What's Next For Airports

The Fly Angle: The Official RDU Airport Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2022 30:41


In This Episode: Pulitzer Prize-winning Wall Street Journal writer Scott McCartney recently wrapped up his popular longtime “The Middle Seat” column — and now he's sitting down with The Fly Angle to talk about what's in store for airlines, flyers and the future of aviation. Meanwhile, co-hosts Mary Griffith and Jake Potter trade their favorite airport foods and explore the popular Global Entry program. Episode Guests: Scott McCartney is a Wall Street Journal senior writer and author of a weekly column on airlines and travel called “The Middle Seat,'' which is one of the Journal's most-read fixtures. A Pulitzer Prize winner for 9/11 coverage at the Boston Globe, McCartney is adjunct instructor of journalism and public policy at Duke University in Durham. Send Us Airmail! We want to hear from you – drop us an email at communications@rdu.com to let us know what you'd like to hear on The Fly Angle. Be sure to include your name and other details about yourself and we might feature your Airmail in an upcoming episode. Music “Moment” — Amine Maxwell Music provided by Audio Library Plus

WSJ Your Money Briefing
How Air Travel Has Changed Over the Years, For Better or Worse

WSJ Your Money Briefing

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2021 13:46


As he prepares to retire his "Middle Seat" column after 20 years, the WSJ's Scott McCartney joins host J.R. Whalen to reflect on how developments in the airline industry have affected passengers for better and for worse, and some changes that could be coming to air travel in the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eye on Travel with Peter Greenberg
Top Airlines in 2021, Mileage Mania, and Hope for Travel in 2022 with CEO of Qatar Airways Akbar Al Baker, TAP Air Portugal CEO Christine Ourmières-Widener, and more

Eye on Travel with Peter Greenberg

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2021 71:16


This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg covers the top airlines of 2021, hope for 2022, mileage programs and so much more with CEO of Qatar Airlines Akbar Al Baker, Tap Airlines CEO Christine Ourmières-Widener, Travel Editor of the Wall Street Journal Scott McCartney, CEO and Founder of the Points Guy Brian Kelly, and Mark Seal Author of Leave the Gun, Take the Cannoli: The Epic Story of the Making of The Godfather. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Travel Today with Peter Greenberg
Top Airlines in 2021, Mileage Mania, and Hope for Travel in 2022 with CEO of Qatar Airways Akbar Al Baker, TAP Air Portugal CEO Christine Ourmières-Widener, and more

Travel Today with Peter Greenberg

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2021 71:16


This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg covers the top airlines of 2021, hope for 2022, mileage programs and so much more with CEO of Qatar Airlines Akbar Al Baker, Tap Airlines CEO Christine Ourmières-Widener, Travel Editor of the Wall Street Journal Scott McCartney, CEO and Founder of the Points Guy Brian Kelly, and Mark Seal Author of Leave the Gun, Take the Cannoli: The Epic Story of the Making of The Godfather. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This Morning With Gordon Deal
This Morning with Gordon Deal December 25, 2021

This Morning With Gordon Deal

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2021


Christmas - America's mixed response to the Omicron variant comes down to geography, WSJ's Scott McCartney looks back on his career, and why do we kiss underneath a parasite.

Ink Stained Wretches
Manchin Hit by Flurry of Snowflakes

Ink Stained Wretches

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2021 51:58


Joe Manchin is no maverick, Kamala can't take the heat in the kitchen, and capes are super, or the Financial Times says Times 04:26 - Segment: Front Page 04:38 - Joe Manchin kills Build Back Better 12:50 - Chris Wallace's Fox News Sunday replacement 17:06 - Jesse Watters catches flack after saying he wants a "kill shot" interview with Fauci 24:59 - Kamala Harris spends big in a Paris kitchen store 28:46 - Trump's Truth Social won't allow criticism of the network 30:50 - Ben Smith's interview with Brandon Brown of "Let's Go Brandon" fame 34:04 - The New York Times on coronavirus and college students' mental health 39:06 - Segment: Obsessions 39:18 - The obituary of Renay Mandel Corren (Chris) 41:09 - The Wall Street Journal's coverage of the Washington Post grappling with post-Trump subscription decline (Eliana) 47:01 - Segment: Favorite Item of the Week 41:11 - Wall Street Journal travel columnist Scott McCartney bids adieu (Chris) 48:34 - Capes are in, according to the Financial Times (Eliana) Links Chris's Dispatch article on Joe Manchin The San Francisco Chronicle's hard-hitting coverage of Kamala Harris Harris complains about her media coverage (like this piece in the Washington Free Beacon) Ben Smith of the New York Times interviews Brandon of "Let's Go Brandon" fame The Wall Street Journal's piece on the Washington Post's post-Trump struggles Long live the obituary! Rest in peace, Renay Mandel Corren Wall Street Journal travel columnist Scott McCartney signs off Not all heroes wear capes. But according to the Financial Times, they're having a moment.

This Morning With Gordon Deal
This Weekend with Gordon Deal December 18, 2021

This Morning With Gordon Deal

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2021


A year after first COVID-19 vaccine, here's what's next for researchers, kids are losing interest In organized sports, and WSJ's Scott McCartney prepares to say goodbye.

WSJ Your Money Briefing
Changes Coming to Frequent-Flier Programs

WSJ Your Money Briefing

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2021 10:27


Traditionally, frequent-flier programs were set up to reward loyal customers with perks based on the number of miles they flew. But now airlines are taking a new approach, one where flying may not matter as much. WSJ "Middle Seat" columnist Scott McCartney joins host Trenae Nuri to discuss the new rules for earning and keeping frequent-flier perks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WSJ What’s News
Airlines Struggle to Reach Full Capacity

WSJ What’s News

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2021 15:47


A.M. Edition for Nov. 12. An acute shortage of pilots and flight attendants means many airlines can't fly at full capacity, despite the easing of most travel restrictions. WSJ's Scott McCartney discusses the outlook for the industry and what this means for travelers as we head into the busy holiday season. Peter Granitz hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WSJ Your Money Briefing
How Will Airlines Recover From the Turbulent Summer of 2021?

WSJ Your Money Briefing

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2021 10:13


After a summer of widespread flight delays and cancellations, airlines are making adjustments to avoid similar inconveniences for passengers going forward. WSJ "Middle Seat" columnist Scott McCartney joins host J.R. Whalen with a status update. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BOS Perspectives
Private Air Travel: Coming to You Soon?

BOS Perspectives

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2021 11:51


As the pandemic lingers on, many travelers are seeking ways to avoid crowded airport terminals and the filtered air in aircraft cabins. Therefore, it is not surprising that more and more families and individuals have started traveling on private planes for the first time. Certain modes of private airplane travel such as air charter and membership programs involve no capital investment while other options such as jet card ownership, fractional ownership in an aircraft, or whole aircraft ownership do require a capital investment.Show Notes:1 Scott McCartney, “They got great deals on airfare. Then came the flights changes,” The Wall Street Journal, July 28, 2021, https://www.wsj.com/articles/they-got-great-deals-on-airfare-then-came-the-flight-changes-116274772002 SherpaReport, www.sherpareport.com 3 Condé Nast Traveler, https://www.cntraveler.com/story/all-the-ways-to-fly-private-starting-at-dollar100-per-flightFor important disclosures, please see bosinvest.com/disclosures.

WSJ Your Money Briefing
Why Airfares Haven't Changed Much in 25 Years

WSJ Your Money Briefing

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2021 9:00


Airfares have risen significantly since people resumed flying post-pandemic, but on average they're nearly in line with 1996 levels, and that doesn't even account for inflation. WSJ "Middle Seat" columnist Scott McCartney joins host J.R. Whalen to run through the numbers and discuss where prices may be headed this fall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WSJ Your Money Briefing
Air Travelers Got Great Deals on Flights. Then They Got Bumped.

WSJ Your Money Briefing

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2021 12:49


It's a season of frustration for summer air travelers. The latest headache: passengers who thought they scored big discounts on non-stop flights are finding themselves re-booked on flights with different times and a layover. Middle Seat columnist Scott McCartney tells host Charlie Turner that passengers suspect they're being bumped for people paying higher prices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WSJ Your Money Briefing
Summer Travel: A Season of Headaches

WSJ Your Money Briefing

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2021 12:20


Travelers eager to take their first summer vacation in two years are facing frustrating delays and higher prices. "Middle Seat" columnist Scott McCartney joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss where the pain points are, and what the outlook for travel is like beyond the summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Travel Today with Peter Greenberg
Kauai Mayor Derek Kawakami, Sustainable Tourism Association of Hawaii Board member Chandra Bertsch and more

Travel Today with Peter Greenberg

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2021 37:38


This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg covers the post-pandemic return of over-tourism to Hawaii and the latest with Department of Transportation that seems to be more pro-consumer lately with Kauai Mayor Derek Kawakami, Sustainable Tourism Association of Hawaii Board member Chandra Bertsch and the Wall Street Journal Travel Editor Scott McCartney. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Eye on Travel with Peter Greenberg
Kauai Mayor Derek Kawakami, Sustainable Tourism Association of Hawaii Board member Chandra Bertsch and more

Eye on Travel with Peter Greenberg

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2021 37:38


This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg covers the post-pandemic return of over-tourism to Hawaii and the latest with Department of Transportation that seems to be more pro-consumer lately with Kauai Mayor Derek Kawakami, Sustainable Tourism Association of Hawaii Board member Chandra Bertsch and the Wall Street Journal Travel Editor Scott McCartney. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WSJ Your Money Briefing
Looking for Airfare Deals? Try Business Class.

WSJ Your Money Briefing

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2021 9:36


Business travel took a big hit during the pandemic, so now airlines are offering discounts on certain business- and first-class seats. Middle Seat columnist Scott McCartney tells host Charlie Turner where you can find the best bargains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WSJ Your Money Briefing
Summer Travel Could Mean Added Costs and Frustration This Year

WSJ Your Money Briefing

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2021 10:56


Many Americans are planning their first vacation since the start of the pandemic. "Middle Seat" columnist Scott McCartney joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss the rising costs of travel, and whether the travel industry is ready for a rush of vacationers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Travel Today with Peter Greenberg
Massachusetts Senator Edward J. Markey, Connecticut Senator Richard Blumenthal and more

Travel Today with Peter Greenberg

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2021 47:55


This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg covers the battle between lawmakers and the airlines when it comes to passenger refunds, the latest CDC mask guideline for vaccinated people and how and why one airline might start weighing passengers with Senator Edward J. Markey, Senator Richard Blumenthal, Wall Street Journal Travel Editor Scott McCartney, and Viewfromthewing.com Founder Gary Leff.

The CBS Travel Hour with Peter Greenberg
Episode 02: Issues with TSA security questions and what they should be asking

The CBS Travel Hour with Peter Greenberg

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2016 29:04


Peter Greenberg addresses the issues with TSA security questions and what they should be asking. Scott McCartney then joins Greenberg to talk about the best and worst airport designs. Then the executive chef of the Intercontinental New York Barclay chats about why white tuna does not exist and the industry should call the fish by its real name. All of this and more on this week's episode of the CBS Travel Hour with Peter Greenberg.

The CBS Travel Hour with Peter Greenberg
Episode 1: Nonsensical Airline Rules & Travelling To Saudi Arabia

The CBS Travel Hour with Peter Greenberg

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2016 46:54


This week, Peter Greenberg covers the issue of deceptive social media. Scott McCartney joins Peter Greenberg to speak about nonsensical airline rules. Then, Richard Bangs talks about his recent trip to Saudi Arabia, a country most people still cannot visit. He also talks about other countries that are not overly visited. There's all of this and more on this week's episode of the CBS Travel Hour with Peter Greenberg.