On episode 26, Micah and I host our 3rd Windows and Aisles Episodes... formerly known as Bits and Pieces.  This is because I wasn't flying due to the Thanksgiving holiday here in the US and I had foot surgery which has kept me grounded for a few weeks.

We address a question from Listener Uli regarding tips and tricks around the airport.  I also talk about Mom again.  I even quoted a poem I wrote to her when I was 5 years old.  It's Peabody material or at least should be considered for the Nobel Prize in Literature.

Listener Lu wanted to give us some NJ Tude for ripping on Newark Liberty Airport, but I think Micah and I held our own.  And of course, Micah had a song that fit the topic.

On the show, Trisha from The Interactive Group, talks about Safety Cards.  I'm sure there is a ton of information about the cards that you never knew.  Micah and I had a blast talking with her and learned a lot in the process of our interview.

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On episode 25, Micah and I discuss my very short trip to Singapore.  It was so short, my flight over took longer than I was on the ground in Singapore.

Sadly, there was no listener feedback because we recorded two episodes back to back and there wasn't time for listeners to write in.  However, Listener Lu wanted to know about mask wearing.  Micah and I address the types of mask we wear to help keep everyone safe.

On the show, we talk about my two hour delay out of SFO... because a passenger decided to leave the plane after boarding and not tell anyone.  We also talk about making an impression on flight attendants, in a positive way, and being remembered for it.

I was able to deliver some Costco goods to Listener Matt.

My ground time was so short, I didn't bother getting a hotel but learned a great lesson about boarding passes and getting beck into the Lounge.

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On episode 24, Micah and I record the show about my trip to Tampa while on a trip to Singapore.  We first talk about some corrections and some 747 music, Micah shares his opinions on the web site of Scott's Cheap Flights and then we listen to our first audio feedback from Listener Claire.  Eric of Franko Maps gets thanked for sending me Fish ID cards.  And we answer the next questions from Listener Lu for her segment, Listener Lu Wants To Know.  Oh... and Micah asks me about the Fee Free Pho Noodles at the Star Allience Lounge at LAX.

During the show, we talk about my upgrade to Premium Plus on a 777 from LAX to EWR.  I had a first on the flight from EWR to TPA where the Captain came back to thank me for the gifts and for my almost 3 million miles with United.

We finish the show talking about my misconnect in Newark and how United agents wouldn't let me talk with a Service Director... But in the end, it all worked out OK.  United provided me with hotel room and some food vouchers.  Not enough value on them to cover the cost of breakfast, but still... I was given some food vouchers. 

On the last segment, Newark to Los Angeles, I had to sit in regular economy... there wasn't even an economy + seat available.  :-(

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On this "Bits and Pieces 2" episode, Micah and I present three recordings.

The first is with Ryan of Flighty... a flight tracking application that offers so much more.

The second interview is with Listener Matt of Singapore.  We recorded two segments on my first of two back to back trips.  We biked around the Island on his Bromptom bikes, Matt got to try some new beers, and we finally had a Singapore Sling at the Long Bar at the Raffles Hotel.  (Hint:  It was delicious and worth every penny... Matt paid for it!  Thank you Matt!)

The third recording is an interview I did this past February with Scott of Scott's Cheap Flights.  Sadly, the web site statistics show that not many people went to the website to listen to the segment.  Therefore, I decided to include it in this podcast so everyone could hear about their great service.

There is no listener mail nor Listener Lu Wants To Know segments because this so episode is already so long.  Tune into episode 24 for more listener mail and questions from Listener Lu. 

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On episode 23, Micah and I comment on listener feedback from listener Melissa, and more follow-up from listener Chris.  We also introduce a new segment, Listener Lu Wants To Know.

Listener Melissa wants to learn about what I eat along the way and lounge food.  Micah and I dive a bit deeper into the food experiences onboard and on the ground.

Listener Chris provides some follow-up about his trip to Japan in the '90s.

In the new segment Listener Lu Wants To Know, she asks Micah about The Kitchen in Freedom, Maine.  (I guess this really will be a foodie-based show!)

Micah introduces us to some more music, Singapore by Tom Waits, and then we talk about my two non-consecutive adventure days in Singapore.  Listener Matt and I biked around the Island and we finally able to enjoy a Singapore Sling at the Raffles Hotel.  On these 4 segments to and from Singapore, I was able to fly in every class of service.  Economy, Premium Economy and Polaris Class.   And we get to talk about food.  Did I mention the food in Singapore is great!

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On this Bits and Pieces episode, Micah and I try to get caught up on some things.

We answer listener mail, play in interview with Listener Matt, introduce a new segment called Listener Lu wants to know, and we talk about what I pack on my trips and generally try to catch up with things before my epic back to back to back trip to Singapore.

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On episode 22, Micah and I comment on listener feedback from listener Grant, and listener Chris.  

Listener Grant is still confused over how United calculates Frequent Flyer Miles and Million Miler Miles... and I don't blame him.  Its confusing.  Listener Chris successfully answers Micah's trivia question and is awarded a special prize.  He also talks about why people might be listening to the show and then he recalls seeing the South African cooling towers on an episode of The Amazing Race.

Micah talks about Jean Shepherd and the features of PocketCast.

We then talk about my adventures in Singapore, two whole days worth, and my air travels getting there and back.  Fortunately the Singapore Grand Prix was going on... but unfortunately the Long Bar at the Raffles Hotel was very crowded and I never got my picture of the Singapore Sling mixing machine.  That will have to wait until next trip.

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On episode 21, there is no listener emails.  Micah and I recorded this show back to back with episode 20... and we conducted a special interview that will show up on the feed in a little bit.  I'm sure you will really enjoy the interview!

Micah and I continue to discuss the trip to and from South Africa, the stops in Newark, and the activities I got to experience while in South Africa 

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On episode 19, Micah and I comment on listener feedback from Claire, Gustav and our balloonatic friend Grant.  Clair asks about the new construction at Changi airport and how they were able to build the new structure at an active airport without disturbing existing operations.  Listener Gustav asks about us being pilots.  Hint: We aren't and it's probably safer that way!. And finally listener Grant wants talks about his flying experiences on the A350 and A380... two aircraft I still haven't flown on. 

Micah and I then discuss my return trip to Singapore!  It wouldn't be a flight experience on United and this trip was no exception.  Listen to what happened and the very pleasant resolution.  Oh, there was also a parking issue that hopefully will be resolved soon.  I'm sure we will address that in episode 20. 

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