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Layovers - Air Travel podcast

Paul Papadimitriou
Air Canada
Namibia
British Airways
Vancouver
Airlink
Japan Airlines
Emirates
Ukraine
Nepal
Turkish Airlines
United Airlines
Swiss
London
Toronto
Joburg (johannesburg)
Etosha National Park
Qatar Airways
Corporate Travel Trends
Air Travel
Finnair

The Air Travel podcast by Paul Papadimitriou, with Alex Hunter & Vinod Viswalingam — #1 in 50+ countries Listen anywhere, watch on YouTube.

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Latest Episodes

Two sagas of snow and ice: going to Dubai via Helsinki, in that unconventional (revolutionary?) cocoon seat by Finnair, and to Kelowna (YLW) with the appropriately named Air North — snowy take offs, blueberry juice and de-icing drama (no blueberry ju... more

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Vinod's Olympics adventure: Flagship lounge, Flagship upgrade, Flagship Wifi (err), Flagship chicken, Flagship plane (well…), all the hopes and expectations of American Airlines Flagship were placed into that trip. And that Black Card! That vintage b... more

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Ever wondered what it’s like to fly 17+ hours straight? Matt Drinkwater comes to share his experience with Qantas on the near-Kangaroo route to Perth (we talk the past and present of that route), and more, onto Brisbane.

Matt and Paul share a deep b... more

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The road that Lufthansa took to get to their new business class seemed somewhat long and convoluted, Paul is finally able to tell you if it was worth the wait (choosing a seat on Allegris might be as long and convoluted a process though).

And hey, th... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew Osterbrook
Loyal listener who introduced himself during the Cortina visit
Episode: 158 LIN - American Flagship hopes, Cortina Olympics ride, Flighty Intelligence, crew cosplay, LH on-demand cleaning
Matt Drinkwater
Head of Innovation, London College of Fashion
London College of Fashion
Episode: 157 KMJ - Japan by air, 17 hours to Perth, tensions and airfare rising, uniforms and identity, Qsuite ganache
Ryan Jones
Founder and CEO of Flighty
Flighty
Episode: 155 FLIGHTY - Flighty: Reinventing Flight Tracking and the air travel experience, with Ryan Jones, Founder CEO at Flighty
Stefan Wagner
Turbine specialist with 27 years at Rolls-Royce.
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Episode: 153 ROLLS-ROYCE - Inside Rolls-Royce: engineering excellence, how airplane turbine blades are born at the edge of science
Ben Todd
Communications expert and Layovers podcast fan.
Rolls-Royce
Episode: 153 ROLLS-ROYCE - Inside Rolls-Royce: engineering excellence, how airplane turbine blades are born at the edge of science

Hosts

Paul Papadimitriou
Host with a focus on travel storytelling, airline experiences, and industry insights.
Vinod Viswalingam
Co-host sharing layover insights and in-depth travel observations.
Alex Hunter
Co-host with a penchant for aviation nerdiness, aircraft spotting, and design-focused travel commentary.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 312 ratings
  • Without question the best air travel podcast!

    What makes Paul & Alex such great hosts is that they are friends who share a passion for air travel and allow us to join them as they share their latest escapades to one another, with not too much emphasis on delivering news headlines.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    irishtravelguy
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • I adore listening to them

    Such amazing story telling. I love listening to them and 2 hour long episodes, is a dream. Perfect podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Katiej7
    United Statesa year ago
  • Best Aviation podcast I know!

    Been listening to these two for years now and working in the aviation industry, I consider their opinions as very honest and straightforward. I’m listening to a handful of aviation podcasts but non gets me hooked with every released episode like theirs does. They are still the absolute gold standard when it comes to aviation podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheSaintSinner1985
    Germanya year ago
  • Why are you two so much fun to listent to?

    I apologise if I’m writing you too many reviews, but you two are the most entertaining and enjoyable to listen to. The info and facts you give are just perfect and to the point and exactly what I have been experiencing in travel lately. From bad service in business class and overcrowded lounges. Keep it up and can’t wait to meet one of you again in person somewhere in this lovely world. Keep it up.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FRHabbouche
    Canada2 years ago
  • Back traveling post Covid (updated on 6/23)

    Update on 6/23: Just listened to the GVA episode where you asked how I do my RDU-HND travel. I primarily fly Delta, so I have multiple choices as my connecting point with ATL and DTW being the most logical choices. I usually prefer ATL because Delta offers >10 ATL-RDU flights a day — very helpful in an IRROP situation. The ATL-HND leg is 14 hours so it is pretty long. While we are at it, my RDU-LHR trip usually connects through JFK on DL/VS although AA/BA does offer a nonstop RDU-LHR (My Diamond... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jia in RDU
    United States3 years ago

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The show is considered a go-to for aviation enthusiasts and frequent travelers seeking honest opinions and practical insights.
Long episodes are a welcome deep-dive for AV geeks who enjoy technical detail.

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157 KMJ - Japan by air, 17 hours to Perth, tensions and airfare rising, uniforms and identity, Qsuite ganache
Q: How does the guest view the role of technology in enhancing travel experiences?
They see technology as a facilitator of immersive storytelling and personalized service, citing volumetric displays, LED volume spaces, and the potential for augmented/virtual reality to extend brand identity and user engagement beyond the cabin while acknowledging that tech must serve the journey, not distract from it.
157 KMJ - Japan by air, 17 hours to Perth, tensions and airfare rising, uniforms and identity, Qsuite ganache
Q: What stood out most about the guest's transcontinental business class experience?
The guest highlighted the overall quality of the experience, especially the lounge, seat comfort, and service in Qantas' business class on the long-haul London-Perth route, noting the ability to enjoy a productive and comfortable journey with good food, sleep, and even unique in-flight dining options.
155 FLIGHTY - Flighty: Reinventing Flight Tracking and the air travel experience, with Ryan Jones, Founder CEO at Flighty
Q: What do you see as the future direction for Flighty?
Ryan expressed interest in making updates to predictive technologies to give users real-time statuses on possible flight disruptions.
155 FLIGHTY - Flighty: Reinventing Flight Tracking and the air travel experience, with Ryan Jones, Founder CEO at Flighty
Q: Are there any underappreciated causes of flight delays?
Yes, most passengers underestimate the impact of wind on delays compared to rain.
155 FLIGHTY - Flighty: Reinventing Flight Tracking and the air travel experience, with Ryan Jones, Founder CEO at Flighty
Q: Who are the primary users of Flighty?
The main user groups consist of airline crew, business travelers, aviation geeks, and design enthusiasts who value well-designed apps.

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What is Layovers about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A conversational, gearhead take on modern air travel, with a strong focus on real-world experiences, airline operations, and technology that touches the passenger journey. Episodes thread together trip reports, cabin design and service quality, airport logistics, and innovations—from new seating to in-flight connectivity and flight-tracking apps—often anchored by two hosts who share a long-running, friendly banter. Noteworthy is the blend of personal travel narratives with industry analysis, plus a willingness to explore geopolitics, branding, and the evolving passenger experience through a tech-forward lens. Listeners likely love deep-dive aviation anecdotes, practical tips for frequent fliers, and candid opinions about carriers, lounges, ... more

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