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41,000 Ft. and Thriving

Virginia Hankinspodcasters.spotify.com
a podcast for those flight attendants (and really anyone else) finding their way in this industry with their many different hats in tow.
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Episodes

Caileur + Travel Skin Care | EP 1.9

On this episode of The 41,000 FT Podcast, I talk with Mary Ann Taylor, the founder of luxury travel size company, Caileur @caileur. It was such a fun experience to chat about her skincare tips flying in the air + how you can bring your skincare routine on the road.

Jun 13, 202351 minSeason 1Ep. 9

The Deli Inflight | EP 1.8

Michelle Hastie joins me to talk all things private catering and the process it took transitioning from a private flight attendant to a full blown private aviation caterer, The Deli Inflight. From the idea, to starting the company, to 2am wake up calls and 8 hour drives to complete orders. This UK based caterer does it all and puts thought into every aspect, down to the each label and package.

May 30, 202345 minSeason 1Ep. 8

The Inflight Service Of It All | EP 1.7

This weeks episode brings a dear friend of mine and the person that helped get me the start in my private career, Lacey. She is Director of Inflight Services, runs a mean stock room, flight attendant and my favorite cocktail partner in happy hour. Join us in swapping stories, talking a bit of all things inflight services, and reminisce of both our beginnings.

May 23, 20231 hr 19 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Three Drink Rule | EP 1.6

On this weeks episode we have guest Claire Schindler, a corporate aviation pilot, Amelia Earhart buff and creator of "the three drink rule". Claire sheds some light on her path in corporate aviation, which started at a young age, and what she's learned along the way and how to navigate and create a voice for yourself. Listen along to hear her story and how she became the amazing pilot she is today.

May 16, 202345 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Flirting with the Line | EP 1.5

A look into a sensitive and important topic in any career and industry, but a focus on the stress and mental health toll in private aviation. Guest, Kate Carruth, who has been outspoken and honest in the eyes of social media, comes forward to talk about her experiences with mental health and burnout on the road and what has worked for her. An open and honest conversation about the tolls that this job, and any, can add up and take a tax on your personal well being.

May 09, 20231 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Menu Planning in Sonoma | EP. 1.4

Chef and Flight Attendant Lauren Smith joins us to chat about how to create an onboard menu for any occasion, season and anything in between. She sheds light on menu planning, techniques and even grocery store tactics in this episode we recorded on the road on the Sonoma Coast.

May 02, 202345 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Post Traumatic Growth | EP 1.3

Guest Kelley Johnson helps me navigate Sexual Assault Awareness Month as we both share our experiences with sexual assault and focus on finding healing, the thoughts, struggles and trials you go through in the post trauma and the post traumatic "glow" that we hope everyone reaches. Join us in a delicate, open and honest conversation.

Apr 25, 20231 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 3

Favorite Things Fridays with FlightTastings | EP 1.2

@FlightTastings has been in the private aviation game for 25+ years, she brings poise, safety, culinary brilliance and so much more to the job. She is a gem inside and out and is here to get out of her comfort zone and chat all things aviation related.

Apr 18, 202353 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Oscar November Echo | Ep. 1.1

Guest co-host Addie, aka my older sister, gets to ask all the burning questions (or at least some!) about private aviation and how I got here. Just an easy introduction into who I am and who will be hosting the podcast. Let's ease into this shall we?

Apr 11, 202353 minSeason 1Ep. 1

Welcome Aboard!

Hey there and welcome to 41,000 ft. and Thriving! A podcast with a peak into the life as a private flight attendant and unveiling the happenings on the road. I want to dive deeper into the world of aviation and explore the many hats that we where as flight crew. Join along with me and see all that we can do!

Apr 11, 20231 min
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