Rephonic
Artwork for Talking Flight

Talking Flight

Mike Swanigan
Alaska Airlines
Crew Resource Management
Braniff Airlines
Aviation
Aviation Careers
Flying
Cockpit Resource Management Program
Air Ambulance
Mayo Clinic
Flight Engineer
Flight Simulator Training
United States Air Force Academy
Military Aviation
Portland
Red Tail Hawks
Dancing With the Devil, Memoirs Of a Pilot
United States Navy
Northwest Airlines
Delta Airlines
Boeing

Alaska Airlines Captain Mike Swanigan interviews the interesting people he has met during his flying career.

PublishesMonthlyEpisodes68Founded13 years ago
Categories
LeisureAviation

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Talking Flight

Latest Episodes

In this episode of Talking Flight, we sit down with retired Delta A330 Captain Heidi Porch. She began flying at 16 and quickly found herself ferrying small aircraft across the Pacific. One of those flights ended in a dramatic ocean ditching 500 miles... more

Retired Captain Tad Santino joins us on this episode of Talking Flight.

He shares the story of his journey from being a gate agent for a regional airline to becomming a Captain for Alaska Airlines.

Tad had many adventures along the way and tells ... more

We're excited to have US Air Force Academy Cadet Jaylen Palmer on Talking Flight to share his journey to earning admission to the prestigious Service Academy.

At just 20 years old, Jaylen is our youngest guest yet. His aviation career started early... more

Mike Swanigan interviews Corporate Pilot and Podcaster Captain Rick Jones.

Rick pilots a Dassault 7X jet for a private owner and is also the host of "The RMFJ Podcast", currently trending on Spotify and other podcast platforms. 

Rick was a guest ... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

Tad Santino
Retired Alaska Airlines Captain
Alaska Airlines
Episode: Episode 68: Captain Tad Santino
Jaylen Palmer
Second year cadet at the United States Air Force Academy
United States Air Force Academy
Episode: Episode 67: USAF Academy Cadet Jaylen Palmer
Dexter Cox
Author of 'Dancing With The Devil, Memoirs of a Pilot'
Episode: Episode 65: Mr. Dexter Cox, Author of "Dancing With The Devil, Memoirs of a Pilot"
Michael Rinehart
Retired Alaska Airlines Captain with a rich history in aviation
Alaska Airlines
Episode: Episode 64: Captain Michael Rinehart
Captain Joe Kohler
Retired Naval Aviator and former pilot for Northwest Airlines and Delta Airlines
Delta Airlines/Northwest Airlines
Episode: Episode 63: Captain Joe Kohler

Host

Mike Swanigan
Captain Mike Swanigan, a retired Alaska Airlines pilot, shares engaging stories and insights from his extensive career in aviation. With a knack for making his guests feel comfortable, his conversations reflect a deep passion for flight and the unique experiences of pilots.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 73 ratings
  • For Everyone Who Likes Airplanes

    Riveting interviews hosted by personable, professional aviator. Inspiring stories for everyone who has challenging goals. Mike, you have a special talent for getting people to share their personal stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KaronNealy
    United States3 months ago
  • The Best

    Swani, you are the best. Amazing pilot. Even better human. Talking with people and making them feel comfortable is your gift. What a treat to hear these amazing stories. And a pleasure to be on it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    UB1988
    United Statesa year ago
  • Super Podcast Let’s fly with the Best!

    One of the Best Flight Podcasts in the nation. All about aviation and super great talks. Mike is one of the best Host out there in Podcast. Always bring great folks and has great stories to present. Love the show. Take flight with Mike and earn your “Take Flight Wings” with one of the beast podcasts about aviation. Salute to Mike!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    static_switch R15
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love it!

    Mike is an incredible captain and voice of Alaska airlines.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mitch Sh
    United States4 years ago
  • Love this podcast

    Alaska airlines is the best airline out there! Being able to listen to a podcast brought to you by a retired captain for Alaska airlines makes it so much better! Thanks for you service as an Airline pilot. I go to church with a super senior as they Call him first officer of Alaska. From the Boeing 727 to the Boeing 737-900er you helped Alaska get to where it is now. Keep up the great work... and it would be so awesome if you could do more podcasts... like three a month would be awesome!! #iflyal... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    crystal mtn
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners consistently praise the engaging storytelling and personal anecdotes shared by guests.
The podcast is often described as a must-listen for anyone interested in aviation or aspiring to enter the field.
The host's experience and genuine approach help create a comfortable atmosphere for guests, making for insightful conversations.
Many appreciate the inspirational messages conveyed through the discussions, especially around perseverance and mentorship in aviation.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 64: Captain Michael Rinehart
Q: What advice would you have for someone that's thinking about becoming a pilot or becoming a mechanic or dispatcher or anything in the industry?
You will be drawn to an occupation that brings a lot of dedicated and gracious people together. The future is bright for aviation, and I think starting in another arm of aviation while getting your flight ratings is essential.
Episode 68: Captain Tad Santino
Q: Can you take it away and tell us, give us your best advice?
My road to the professional aviation had a lot of twists and turns. What got me there is just kind of a confluence of people and events, right?
Episode 66: Podcaster and Corporate Pilot Captain Rick Jones
Q: How does the fuel bills get paid?
In our home base, it goes through the boss's assistants, but I have a credit card for fuel on the road and shop around for the best prices.
Episode 66: Podcaster and Corporate Pilot Captain Rick Jones
Q: What was the most challenging airport that you fly into?
Probably Aspen, due to its steep approach and one way in and out, which can be tricky with winds and visibility.
Episode 66: Podcaster and Corporate Pilot Captain Rick Jones
Q: How does someone break into the type of flying that you do?
It's tough; networking is essential. Start at an airport, meet people, and try to find a right seat job on a smaller aircraft to log time.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Talking Flight

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

Aviation enthusiasts are likely to find engaging stories and insights into the aviation industry through a series of conversations that showcase the lives of various pilots and aviation professionals. The episodes typically explore the personal journeys of guests, including their challenges, triumphs, and experiences in both military and commercial aviation. Unique aspects include the focus on mentorship, resilience, and the importance of community support, offering listeners not only entertainment but also valuable lessons pertinent to aspiring pilots and aviation aficionados.

Where can I find podcast stats for Talking Flight?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Talking Flight. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Talking Flight and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Talking Flight get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Talking Flight, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Talking Flight?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Talking Flight, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Talking Flight have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Talking Flight has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Talking Flight?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Talking Flight:

1. Flight Safety Detectives
2. Airline Pilot Guy - Aviation Podcast
3. The Moth
4. Simple Flying Aviation News Podcast
5. The Daily

How many episodes of Talking Flight are there?

Talking Flight launched 13 years ago and published 68 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Talking Flight?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Talking Flight?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Talking Flight from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Talking Flight?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Talking Flight. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Talking Flight?

Recent guests on Talking Flight include:

1. Tad Santino
2. Jaylen Palmer
3. Dexter Cox
4. Michael Rinehart
5. Captain Joe Kohler

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days