Whether that guy in seat 32B is shouting into his speakerphone while you’re trying to read, or a stranger's bare feet appear inches from your tray table, air travel has become a tricky social experiment in a very confined shared space.

When etiquette rules collide at 30,000 feet, what’s the best way to handle these situations when there’s no way out?

In this episode, host Angie Orth welcomes Nick Leighton and Leah Bonnema, co-hosts of the wildly popular etiquette podcast Were You Raised By Wolves? Leighton, a producer and former journalist, and Bonnema, a comedian, tackle the social decorum disasters that unfold in airports and airplanes with humor and honesty.

You'll hear their take on reclining seat controversies, why "gate lice" is an airline problem more than a passenger one, and the shocking foot-tickling incident that landed in their inbox. They'll share strategies for politely reclaiming your space, explain why middle seat passengers deserve both armrests, and reveal the one change that would solve most air travel etiquette disasters.

What You’ll Learn:

1:44 Why etiquette matters more than ever in air travel

13:39 The "gate lice" phenomenon and who's really to blame

22:12 The definitive rule for armrest allocation

30:02 Why personal device volume has spiraled out of control

43:25 The most outrageous etiquette question about air travel

Connect with:

Nick Leighton

nick@wereyouraisedbywolves.com

https://www.instagram.com/nicholasleighton/

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Leah Bonnema

https://www.instagram.com/leahbonnema/

https://www.leahbonnema.com/

Were You Raised By Wolves?

https://www.wereyouraisedbywolves.com/

https://www.instagram.com/wereyouraisedbywolves

https://www.facebook.com/wereyouraisedbywolves

https://www.youtube.com/wereyouraisedbywolves

What’s YOUR biggest air travel pet peeve? Tell us about it in the comments!

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Just as music brings us together and teaches us about the world, so too do music venues—many of which are spectacular destinations in their own right. These venues transcend the performance, shaping our understandings of music, history, and place.

In this episode, host Angie Orth is back with travel writer and musician Edmund Vallance to share five music venues worth building an entire trip around. From historically significant spaces to acoustic marvels and intimate clubs where legends are born, Edmund reveals the venues that have moved him most and why they're worth traveling across continents to experience.

You'll discover why a gospel service in Harlem belongs on every traveler's bucket list, learn about an ancient Greek theatre in Sicily where world-class artists still perform under the stars, and hear about Berlin's surprisingly affordable classical music scene. Edmund also shares his favorite outdoor venue in Austin and reveals the unpretentious London basement club where music history continues to unfold every night.

What You’ll Learn:

0:32 Why the Gospel Harlem Tour is an unforgettable emotional experience

1:18 The ancient Greek theatre where Bob Dylan, Diana Ross, and Ray Charles performed

1:58 Berlin Philharmonic's incredible acoustics and surprisingly affordable ticket prices

2:52 Austin's Stubbs barbecue joint and outdoor venue

3:45 London's Notting Hill Arts Club, where future legends are found

Connect with Edmund Vallance:

Journalism: http://www.edmundvallance.com/

Music: http://www.edvallance.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edmundvallance/

Listen to his music on Spotify

Have you traveled for music? Tell us where you’ve been in the comments!

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The lights dim, the crowd stirs, and the show you traveled for kicks into gear. In that moment, your vacation becomes something more: you're feeling the heartbeat of the city. Live music can transform a destination into an unforgettable experience, taking you on a deeper journey through its history and culture.

In this episode, host Angie Orth welcomes travel writer and musician Edmund Vallance to explore how music shapes the way we experience the world. Edmund shares stories from his adventures chasing live performances across continents, from seeing Lou Reed in a tiny Porto venue to watching the Sex Pistols in Las Vegas. As both a performer and a passionate fan, he reveals how music can unlock a destination's true character.

You'll discover why Gen Z is leading the charge in concert travel and hear about iconic venues from Red Rocks in Colorado to Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club in London. You’ll learn how music museums can turn you into a fan—even if you've never heard the artist before. Edmund also shares practical tips for finding serendipitous musical moments that can change how you see a place, plus his bucket list of must-visit music destinations—from Santiago de Cuba to Vienna's Mozart houses.

What You’ll Learn:

3:36 How music festivals like South by Southwest can become the cornerstone of an unforgettable trip

9:25 Why having one central concert can reshape an entire destination

14:38 Seattle's essential music sites for Jimi Hendrix and Nirvana fans

20:48 New York's historic jazz venues to celebrate Miles Davis' centennial year

25:00 How to find life-changing musical moments through randomness and saying yes

Connect with Edmund Vallance:

Journalism: http://www.edmundvallance.com/

Music: http://www.edvallance.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edmundvallance/

Listen to his music on Spotify

What musical experience would you travel anywhere for? Tell us in the comments!

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