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Travel Tales from the #nerdbirds

The #nerdbirds met on a Virgin America final flight in 2018, and believe the journey is just as fun as the destination. They discuss all aspects of the travel experience, focusing on design, sustainability, and destinations off the beaten path.

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00:35:28

The Traveler Lifecycle: Dreaming & Planning (#27)

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2020/07/01

In the first episode of The Traveler Lifecycle series, #nerdbirds Jeremy and Rachel break down the first two steps: dreaming and planning. Listen as they describe their approach to these steps, pain points that travelers experience, and potential solutions to promote healthy, engaging travel. Plus, hear an update about travel during COVID-19 after Jeremy's flight home.

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00:33:13

Listener Voicemails: Roadtrip Audio, Holiday Weekend...

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2020/06/29

After 25 episodes, we thought it was time to start a new season -- and what other way to start than with responding to listener voicemails! Listen in as #nerdbirds Rachel and Jeremy discuss driving vs. flying to Southern California, and reflect on the making of this podcast while answering a question about suggested podcasts and audiobooks for an upcoming road trip.

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00:32:27

A Week of Roadtrips in the COVID-19 Era (#25)

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2020/06/25

If it weren't enough for co-hosts Jeremy and Rachel to fly to San Francisco from two different cities, they promptly embarked on a series of roadtrips throughout Northern and Central California. Listen in as they maneuver closures, pit stops, crowds, and drive-thrus -- and share tips on how to be a roadtrip travel ninja this summer.

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00:42:09

A Tale of Two Flights: COVID-19 Edition (#24)

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2020/06/22

In this episode, learn about flying during COVID-19 through the eyes of your hosts. While Rachel was sitting in first class with an empty seat beside her, Jeremy was stuck in a middle seat in economy on a completely full flight. Learn about their different experiences and what it means for your summer air travel plans.

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00:32:34

Pandemic Travel Planning (#23)

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2020/06/18

In the first ever Travel Tales from the #nerdbirds episode recorded in-person, listen to Rachel and Jeremy recount how they planned their unique trips to San Francisco during the coronavirus pandemic.

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00:27:15

Putting the Fun in Functional Airport Design (#22)

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2020/06/14

In most of the world, airports are sterile, dark, and unfriendly to the senses. In this episode, Rachel, Jeremy, and #nerdbird David explore how we can put the fun back into functional airport design -- from the cool relaxed vibe of Paine Field to the resort feel of Singapore.

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00:30:07

How to Make Roadtrips Fun (#21)

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2020/06/11

Who doesn't love a roadtrip?! Well, you might not if you're only focused on getting to your destination. Join hosts Rachel and Jeremy as they share the ups and downs of roadtrips long and short, along with advice for making the most of your time on the road. Leave us a voicemail with your roadtrip questions, and we'll answer them in a future episode!

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00:26:17

Vacation Mode: Are You an Integrator or Separator? (#20)

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2020/06/07

Turning on the "out-of-office" email response is a highlight for every working person. In this episode, listen as Jeremy, Rachel, and #nerdbird Brendan talk about what "vacation mode" means to different types of workers, how the COVID-19 pandemic has blurred the lines between work and rest, and what a post-pandemic vacation might feel like.

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00:29:45

Our Wildest Travel Dreams (#19)

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2020/06/03

It's no secret that air travel will be forever changed by the COVID-19 pandemic. In this episode, listen as Rachel, Jeremy, and #nerdbird Kai discuss their travel dreams -- and what the future might look like from technology and health viewpoints.

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00:29:23

Family Travel Tips (#18)

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2020/06/01

Though all of us #nerdbirds love our solo travel and vacations with friends, family travel is just as important. Join Jeremy, Rachel, and special guest Ida to discuss family travel tips to make the journey incredible for the little ones!

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00:25:07

Strange Encounters of the Foodie Kind (#17)

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2020/05/28

Travel and food go together like peanut butter and jelly. And what kind of travel podcast doesn't have an episode about food? Listen along as Rachel, Jeremy, and #nerdbird Charlie talk about their foodie habits and stories of their strange food encounters along the way. We hope you're hungry!

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00:32:46

Tourist or Traveler: Which is "Better?" (#16)

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2020/05/25

In this episode, Jeremy, Rachel, and #nerdbird David dispel the age-old tourist vs. traveler dichotomy. Listen as they discuss their experiences uniting the two with stories from travels to France, Hawaii, Disney World, North Korea, Morocco, Japan -- and even the Scandinavian Days Festival in Oregon!

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00:29:30

Surviving a Staycation: Experiences & Tips (#15)

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2020/05/21

As we embark upon our second month of quarantine, the staycation may be the only way to unwind. Listen to your hosts, Rachel and Jeremy, as they chat about their staycation experiences and tips, from spa days to cooking classes and art to digital detoxing. Just because you're stuck inside doesn't mean a staycation is out of reach! Linked resources can be found at nerdbirds.co [https://nerdbirds.co/episode15].

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00:35:59

Travel & the Triple Bottom Line: Sustainability Week...

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2020/05/18

Before the pandemic, the global airline industry was facing a race to the bottom for both employee wages and the passenger experience. In this episode, listen along as Rachel, Jeremy, and #nerdbird Kai discuss the triple bottom line - people, planet, and profit - a new metric for sustainable success in the post-COVID-19 travel industry.

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00:39:32

Sustainability Week: Individual Actions (#13)

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2020/05/14

Join the #nerdbirds this week as they discuss sustainability in the travel industry. In this episode, Jeremy and Rachel talk about healthy travel habits — because travel should be sustainable for individuals, too!

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00:33:38

Design Series: Airline Identity & Branding (#12)

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2020/05/10

In our second episode for Design Week, #nerdbird Brendan shares the major aspects involved with an airline's identity. Learn how web design, customer service, and even uniforms affect how we perceive an airline.

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00:32:06

Design Series: Designing the Airport Experience (#11)

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2020/05/07

Welcome to Design Week, where our #nerdbirds are providing an overview of commercial aviation design and branding. In this episode, hear from #nerdbird David about design aspects that affect the traveler experience, from getting to the airport to navigation and arriving at a destination.

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00:35:03

How do Airports Work? (#10)

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2020/05/02

Airports come in a variety of shapes and sizes, and there's even a saying, "When you've seen one airport, you've...seen one airport." Join #nerdbirds Jeremy, Rachel, and Kai as they discuss their perspectives on the airport experience, and the path commercial aviation might take in the near future. (Also, Happy One Month Anniversary to our podcast series!)

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00:34:46

Student Travel Tips (#9)

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2020/04/30

With #nerdbirds co-host Jeremy set to graduate from college, we thought it fitting to feature travel tips for students -- especially alternatives to stereotypical Spring Break-type trips. Links mentioned in the podcast include: Scott's Cheap Flights [https://scottscheapflights.com], secretflying on Twitter [https://twitter.com/secretflying], theflightdeal on Twitter [https://twitter.com/theflightdeal], GasBuddy [https://www.gasbuddy.com/App/], Free Walking Tours [https://freetours.com/], Meetup

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00:39:45

Celebrations: Airline Inaugurals & Farewells (#8)

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2020/04/25

Join hosts Rachel and Jeremy as they celebrate the second anniversary of the final Virgin America flight, where the #nerdbirds met. Plus, hear from #nerdbird Eric about his eight celebration flights from destination inaugurals to brand new aircraft. Who said you can't have a party on a plane? Not us!

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