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The Bagfather

The Bagfather

Written by: Baggage Media
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Your all-access pass to the world of baggage, aviation, and innovation.

Step into the fascinating world of baggage and aviation with The Bagfather. This exciting podcast delves into the untold stories, innovative breakthroughs, and behind-the-scenes operations that keep the global travel industry moving.

Hosted by Marlon van der Meer and Jen Zemba, both seasoned professionals with years of experience in the skies and on the ground, The Bagfather uncovers the challenges, triumphs, and transformations shaping how people and their belongings travel across the globe. From industry leaders revolutionising baggage handling to captivating tales from the tarmac, this is a must-listen for aviation enthusiasts, tech lovers, and anyone curious about the hidden logistics of travel.

Because in this industry, every bag tells its own story.

The Bagfather is a Fresh Air Production for Baggage Media. The producer is Julian Lorkin and the executive producer is Annie Day with editorial support from Caroline Blacklock-Vandy.

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Episodes
  • Blank Slate, Big Plans: Jan Wicki on Baggage at Noida International

    Blank Slate, Big Plans: Jan Wicki on Baggage at Noida International
    Aug 20 2025

    We wrap up Series One of The Bagfather with Jan Wicki from Noida International Airport.

    As a brand new greenfield airport, Noida offers a rare opportunity to design a baggage system with no legacy constraints.

    Jan takes us inside the planning process, the priorities, and what it means to start fresh in one of the world’s fastest-growing aviation markets.

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    37 mins
  • Breaking the Paper Habit: Jasper Quak on the Rise of BAGTAG

    Breaking the Paper Habit: Jasper Quak on the Rise of BAGTAG
    Aug 6 2025

    This week on The Bagfather, we go deep with Jasper Quak, Managing Director of BAGTAG. We talk origins, obstacles and the growing momentum behind electronic bag tags. With a focus on sustainability, simplicity and scaling up, Jasper offers a clear-eyed view of what the future of baggage could—and should—look like.

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    30 mins
  • Heavy Lifting: Jason Odey on the Realities of Baggage at a Major Hub

    Heavy Lifting: Jason Odey on the Realities of Baggage at a Major Hub
    Jul 23 2025

    This week, The Bagfather welcomes Jason Odey, the man behind baggage operations at Toronto Pearson. As Director of Baggage for one of North America’s busiest airports, Jason reveals the pressures, the wins and the behind-the-scenes strategies that keep things moving. It’s a rare look at the people and planning powering the passenger journey.

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    30 mins
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