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The Calm Cockpit Podcast

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Aviation
Mental Health
Mindfulness
Breath
Self-Determination Theory
Eye Health
Meditation
Hydration
Stress Reduction
Vision
Aviation Safety
Nutrition
Crew Resource Management
Well-Being
Neuroplasticity
High Performance
Vision Acuity
Stress
Strength Training
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Join John Niehaus, a professional pilot and flight instructor and Gita Brown, a yoga educator and student pilot as they share how the latest tools in stress reduction, well-being, and high performance mental training can improve your abilities as aviators. Through this podcast they will show how understanding these techniques can create a mindset of excellence not just in flying, but flight traini... more

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Latest Episodes

Season 2: Bonus Episode

Monday Briefing 10

In this Monday Briefing, you'll discover why self-care is not a luxury or a reward for surviving a stressful week, but the foundation of a healthy, resilient, and meaningful life. You'll learn a practical ... more

Season 2 Episode 12

In this episode we sit down with Chris Anderson, a Designated Pilot Examiner, corporate pilot, and 12-time NAFI Master CFI with more than 23,000 flight hours and over 3,500 practical tests to his credit. Drawing on decades of exp... more

Season 2: Bonus Episode

Monday Briefing 9

In this Monday Briefing, we highlight all of the bonus episodes we have compiled for you over the last year and a half of the Calm Cockpit.

These episodes are exercises and deeper dives added to our normal... more

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Season 2 Episode 11

In this episode we explore the phenomenon known as “the yips” — the sudden breakdown of a deeply mastered skill under pressure. Whether it shows up in the cockpit, on a stage, on the golf course, the yips are not simply a matter ... more

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Sarah Gilbert
Guest who contributed breathing and stress-management content
Unknown from transcript
Episode: Monday Briefing: All About the Bonus
Dr. Beth Wagner
Presenter of vestibular tests and exercises on YouTube
Movement and Function
Episode: Monday Briefing: All About the Bonus
Nate Ehlers
Founder of Backseat Pilot, military pilot, United Airlines pilot, C-17 instructor
Backseat Pilot
Episode: The Future of Flight Training: Modern Lessons from Backseat Pilot with Nate Ehlers
Brian Schiff
Aviation legend, seasoned captain for major US airlines with a passion for general aviation
Major US airline pilot, aviation educator
Episode: Say Again: Communication,CRM, and Cockpit Safety with Brian Schiff
Liz Booker
Retired US Coast Guard commander, helicopter pilot, diplomat, founder of Literary Aviatrix
Literary Aviatrix / Aviatrix Book Club
Episode: The Career Multiplier: Liz Booker on Writing and Aviation Leadership
Avi Gordon
Meditation teacher, author, and mind-body coach
Director of the Integral Yoga Teachers Association, host of the Integral Yoga Podcast
Episode: The Hidden Safety Risk: Stress, Perfectionism, and Pilot Wellbeing with Avi Gordon
Lisa Danahy
Yoga therapist and founder/CEO of Create Calm
Create Calm
Episode: Staying Calm Under Pressure: Nervous System Tools Every Pilot Should Know with Lisa Danahy
Beth Wagner
Doctor of Physical Therapy and Vestibular Rehab Specialist
Vestibular Rehab Specialist, University affiliation discussed
Episode: Posture, Prevention, and the Vestibular Edge with Dr. Wagner
Jim Schilling
Pilot, content creator, and law enforcement professional
Law enforcement (Detective, Major Crimes Unit)
Episode: Mental Toughness: What Pilots Can Learn from a Police Detective w/Jim Schilling

Hosts

Gita Brown
Yoga educator and meditation educator with extensive experience guiding high performers; co-host focused on well-being and performance in aviation
John Niehaus
Professional pilot, flight instructor, and co-host bringing aviation safety, training, and leadership perspectives

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • This is a great podcast that focuses not just on topics the rest of the industry seems to be afraid of, but offers insight into tools to improve things we all struggle with. The interviews have been great and the conversations have been honest and refreshing. I look forward to hearing more!

    Podchaser
    5
    John
    a year ago
  • Overdue Conversations

    I was I had guidance like this when I was going through my private training. My instructor could teach maneuvers but couldn’t connect with my mental struggles. Thanks for making this!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Engineeringchica33
    United Statesa year ago
  • So very excited

    I listened to the host previously on the more right rudder podcast and am so excited to see what he has planned for this one!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Western15!!
    United States2 years ago

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

The show's calm, collaborative hosting style is noted as approachable and informative.
Guests bring diverse expertise from flight training to leadership in aviation.
Listeners appreciate practical, science-backed techniques for mental performance and stress management in aviation.

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#32
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#98
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#99
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#8
Australia/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#44
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#238
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Pilot Fitness Playbook: Daily Training, Nutrition, and Recovery Hacks with Jeffrey “JJ” Madison
Q: How important is sleep hygiene for pilots, and what practical steps do you take?
Aim for close to eight hours, turn screens off 30 minutes before bed, avoid heavy lighting, and build a ritual to wind down so sleep becomes a habit rather than a struggle.
Pilot Fitness Playbook: Daily Training, Nutrition, and Recovery Hacks with Jeffrey “JJ” Madison
Q: What are your go-to nutrition hacks when you're traveling between flights?
Choose options like dry buffalo wings with greens, avoid skin when possible, dress salads on the side, and prefer options that minimize starches and added sugars while still tasting good.
Pilot Fitness Playbook: Daily Training, Nutrition, and Recovery Hacks with Jeffrey “JJ” Madison
Q: Talk to me about how you stay consistent with training when your schedule is unpredictable.
Adopt a pre-decided mindset where training is non-negotiable, plan workouts around energy and weekly cues from trainers, and use hotel rooms or minimal equipment to keep moving.
The Hidden Safety Risk: Stress, Perfectionism, and Pilot Wellbeing with Avi Gordon
Q: How did the idea for The Calm Cockpit Podcast begin, and was there an aha moment?
The hosts describe a long-running interest in bringing cross-disciplinary insights into aviation, then pivot to create a platform that blends yoga, meditation, and performance coaching to help pilots manage stress and improve safety; Avi's involvement provided the practical interview framework.
Say Again: Communication,CRM, and Cockpit Safety with Brian Schiff
Q: What about single-pilot scenarios—how can a solo pilot apply CRM?
Treat yourself as both pilot and passenger and install an inner co‑pilot who critiques your decisions. Use checklists, readbacks, and pre-briefs for contingencies. In solo flight, you can still benefit from mental rehearsal, color-coding, and deliberate pacing to maintain safety.

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What is The Calm Cockpit Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on high-performance aviation mindset, safety, and well-being, blending practical flight-focused coaching with stress management and personal development. Episodes routinely explore breathing techniques, cognitive performance, CRM and communication, resilience after setbacks, motivation, hydration, and structured approaches to flight training and recurrent practice. A notable strength is the consistent emphasis on actionable routines, science-backed practices, and real-world stories from pilots and instructors that translate to day-to-day flying, training, and leadership in aviation. Its approachable tone and breadth—from mental performance to physical readiness and leadership—make it useful for both frontline pilots and avi... more

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