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The Pan Am Podcast

Pan Am Museum Foundation
Pan American World Airways
Edith Head
Aviation
Gene Roddenberry
Star Trek
Academy Awards
Kathleen Clair
Juan T. Trippe
World War II
Boeing 314 Flying Boat
Japanese American Internment Camps
Travel
Nisei Stewardesses
History Of Aviation
Transatlantic Routes
Airborne Dreams
Japanese American History
Dr. Christine R. Yano
Cultural Identity
Post-War America

Experience the legacy of the world’s most iconic airline, Pan American World Airways! This award-winning history and humanities program brings Pan Am’s 64-year history to life through engaging storytelling and insightful interviews from Pan Am employees, passengers, historians, authors, fashionistas, and aviation enthusiasts! Hosted by historian Tom Betti, the program has won the following awards:... more

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In this episode we are joined by two special guests, Steve Ford (the youngest son of President and Mrs. Ford) and adoptee Thuy Williams to mark the 50th anniversary of Operation Babylift, the frantic evacuation ordered by U.S. Preside... more

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In this episode we are joined by Donald Devito who worked for the Pan Am board of directors from the early 1960s until the end of the airline. Also, joining us is his son, Dr. Donald DeVito, a renowned musical educator. 

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In this episode we explore Operation Pedro Pan, the clandestine operation of the U.S. Government, the Catholic Church and Pan American World Airways to relocate over 14,000 children out of Cuba to the United States between 1960 and 19... more

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In this episode, Host Tom Betti shares insights on his recent trip to Japan where he met Charlie, a purser with United Airlines, on his inbound flight to Tokyo and on his outbound flight from Osaka met United flight attendants Leslie ... more

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Gary Bartelings
Founder and managing director of Bartelings, a company dedicated to unique travel experiences by Private Jet.
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Episode: Episode 53: Pan Am Returns to the Skies with Gary Bartelings
George Takei
Legendary actor, author, and activist, best known for his role as Mr. Sulu in Star Trek.
Episode: Episode 52: George Takei Remembers Gene Roddenberry (Pan Am Pilot, 1945-1948)
Becky Sprecher
Former Pan Am flight attendant and author
Former Pan Am
Episode: Episode 51: Crossing the Atlantic in 1939 and Making History Once More
Wendy Trippe Barr
Granddaughter of Juan and Betty Trippe
Episode: Episode 50: Kathleen Clair, Juan T. Trippe's Executive Assistant for 32 Years (1948-1980)
John Luetich
Board member of the Pan Am Museum Foundation, son of Mary Luetich who worked with Kathleen
Episode: Episode 50: Kathleen Clair, Juan T. Trippe's Executive Assistant for 32 Years (1948-1980)
Susan Claassen
Actress, Producer, and Director, known for her one-woman show 'A Conversation With Edith Head'
Episode: Episode 49: Edith Head, A Hollywood Legend
Dr. Christine R. Yano
Retired Professor of Anthropology at the University of Hawai'I
University of Hawai'I
Episode: Episode 47: The "Nisei" Stewardesses of Pan Am

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Tom Betti
Host and historian known for his focus on storytelling that captures the essence of Pan Am's history and its impact on aviation. He conducts engaging interviews with guests, contributing to the show's educational and entertainment values.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 210 ratings
  • I grew up in the wrong era

    I’m too young to have flown Pan Am but I love stories on how we used to travel and this podcast takes you back to the golden age of travel.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TDFent86
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Highly recommend this podcast

    Tom Betti and the team at the Pan Am Museum Foundation have provided a remarkable and lasting memory of Pan Am’s role in aviation, paving the way for global travel, and relevance to world history in the 20th century.

    It has brought back memories of my first ride on a Pan Am 747 across the Atlantic in the summer of 1970 to the symbolism that Pan Am represented to an American kid (me) who grew up in Southeast Asia during the Vietnam War. The stories told by the Pan Am crew members, fellow av... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    QE48
    United States10 months ago
  • It’s made For you!

    Just amazing content and audio production, thank you! Cheers from Argentina

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Qi que Qi que
    Francea year ago
  • Pan Am Podcast

    It’s such a wonderful way to take a trip down memory lane! When I listen to this podcast it takes me back to the day when I was a Pan Am Flight Attendant and traveling the world. It stirs up memories that I had forgotten as well!

    Thank you Tom! You are a wonderful historian 💙🌐✈️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    flymamashannon
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great human-centered podcast

    This is a wonderful and informative podcast. I have been enjoying listening to it while traveling the world in a job, wondering what my life would have been like as a pan am stewardess. The podcast has added a lot of new museums to my bucket list to travel to. My one comment is that the few episodes with 100-year-old guests can be unintelligible at best. While I love and appreciate Tom’s patience and dedication to getting down these stories, it’s hard fodder for a podcast, which is based solely ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Law stew
    United Statesa year ago

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The host is recognized for his engaging presentation and expertise in aviation history.
Feedback emphasizes the nostalgic and emotional connections many have with the stories shared, particularly among former employees.
Production quality is highlighted as one of the strongpoints, with many praising the clarity and engaging format.
Listeners appreciate the deep storytelling and historical context provided in each episode.
The diversity of guests adds substantial informativity and richness to the discussions, appealing to a wide audience.

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Episode 51: Crossing the Atlantic in 1939 and Making History Once More
Q: And did Bill Winston fly any of these missions? Do you know?
Yes, there's at least one that we know about based on a special missions document detailing all missions, including one involving flying uranium from Congo to the US for the Manhattan Project.
Episode 51: Crossing the Atlantic in 1939 and Making History Once More
Q: Becky, tell us what song I'm going to play.
We're going to be talking about the Flying Boats in the war years. So why don't we hear a little bit of With a Song in My Heart.
Episode 49: Edith Head, A Hollywood Legend
Q: What can you tell us about Edith Head and her cameos?
Edith Head played herself in numerous shows, showcasing her Oscars and bringing her unique humor and style to her appearances. She embraced being a public figure in Hollywood, participating in various interviews and shows.
Episode 49: Edith Head, A Hollywood Legend
Q: Susan, how did you get into acting? What inspired you?
I grew up in New Jersey, and it was very important in our family to go to Broadway and theater. I was really shy but started taking dramatic lessons with my best friend, which led to my acting career.
Episode 52: George Takei Remembers Gene Roddenberry (Pan Am Pilot, 1945-1948)
Q: What is your message to young people about the Japanese American internment camps?
George Takei urges young people to understand the shame lies with the government, not with those who were interned, and emphasizes the importance of knowing and sharing their family history.

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Highlighting the legacy of Pan American World Airways, this podcast offers a rich exploration of the airline's 64-year history through captivating storytelling and interviews. Listeners are introduced to various voices including former employees, passengers, historians, authors, and aviation enthusiasts, each sharing unique insights that reflect the cultural and historical significance of the airline. Notable episodes cover diverse topics from the pioneering flights of the 1930s to the connections between aviation and Hollywood, and incorporate discussions on the resurgence of luxury travel experiences reminiscent of Pan Am's golden age. The show aims to preserve not just the history of a prominent airline, but also the stories that shaped ... more

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2. George Takei
3. Becky Sprecher
4. Wendy Trippe Barr
5. John Luetich
6. Susan Claassen
7. Dr. Christine R. Yano

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