Ep. 99 - Meet Sophie, Special Assistance, Virgin Atlantic

Two things this episode. A huge thanks to the amazing lovefly community. Also, discussing the psychological principle of the Progress Principle and how it links to fear of flying. Lovefly Courses  FB - Lovefly Insta @loveflyhelp #fearofflying #flyingwithout fear #anxiety #aviation #lovefly #pilots #turbulence #claustrophobia #progressprinciple  Private Members Group https://lovefly.podia.com Intro and outro music 'Fearless' Daniel King Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Frank is back! Talking about his fear of flying and where he has managed to go despite having this fear.  It is remarkable what he has achieved and we talk about some of his adventures plus, what his process is to deal with his fears of flying when they arise. Lovefly Courses  FB - Lovefly Insta @loveflyhelp #fearofflying #flyingwithout fear #anxiety #aviation #lovefly #pilots #turbulence #claustrophobia Private Members Group https://lovefly.podia.com Intro and outro music 'Fearless' Daniel King Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Warren Askew serves as the Vice President, Airport at PortsToronto. With a distinguished career spanning over two decades in the transportation and infrastructure sectors, Mr. Askew is a highly accomplished executive in the aviation industry. He is renowned for his ability to drive change, foster collaboration, and lead with a visionary approach to operational excellence and growth. Throughout his career, Mr. Askew has held a variety of strategic and leadership roles that have shaped his deep expertise in airport operations and management. Prior to joining PortsToronto, he contributed to the growth and success of John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport, the Greater Toronto Airports Authority, and most recently, as Chief Operating Officer at The Federal Bridge Corporation Limited. In each of these roles, Mr. Askew was instrumental in enhancing operational efficiency, improving customer experience, and leading major infrastructure projects. As Vice President, Airport at PortsToronto, Mr. Askew is responsible for overseeing all aspects of Toronto’s waterfront airport, including enhancing operational safety, managing strategic initiatives and business performance, and contributing to the long-term growth of the organization. His leadership focuses on optimizing airport services, building strong partnerships with stakeholders, and driving sustainability initiatives that align with global aviation trends. Mr. Askew is in the process of completing his MBA from the University of Fredericton and holds an Honours Aviation Management diploma from Georgian College. He also possesses specialized certifications in strategic leadership, innovation, and climate governance, which complement his extensive practical experience. A dedicated professional, Mr. Askew is an active member of the International Association of Airport Executives (IAEE) Canada, where he contributes to advancing industry standards and best practices. Lovefly Courses  FB - Lovefly Insta @loveflyhelp #fearofflying #flyingwithout fear #anxiety #aviation #lovefly #pilots #turbulence #claustrophobia Private Members Group https://lovefly.podia.com Intro and outro music 'Fearless' Daniel King   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This is a brilliant episode with Lovefly Community Superstar Chris Grubb and a friend he met in the Dominican Republic.  John has built three of his own aircraft and then flown them - that's trust isn't it. Lovefly Courses  FB - Lovefly Insta @loveflyhelp #fearofflying #flyingwithout fear #anxiety #aviation #lovefly #pilots #turbulence #claustrophobia Private Members Group https://lovefly.podia.com Intro and outro music 'Fearless' Daniel King Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rosie Scott did a brilliant podcast episode before (181) if you want to check it out. That was brilliant and this is just as great. Rosie is often in the Lovefly Facebook group answering questions she sees that are desperate to be answered.  This episode, she intends to put some of those common questions and misconceptions to bed once and for all! Lovefly Courses  FB - Lovefly Insta @loveflyhelp #fearofflying #flyingwithout fear #anxiety #aviation #lovefly #pilots #turbulence #claustrophobia Private Members Group https://lovefly.podia.com Intro and outro music 'Fearless' Daniel King Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Meet Lola! Lola Reid Allin is a former Airline Transport Pilot who worked as a pilot for the Ontario Government and DeHavilland/Flight Safety, a Class I flight instructor, and the first female Chief Flying Instructor at Waterloo-Wellington Flight Centre. In addition, she is a professional SCUBA Dive Master and an award-winning photographer and author whose work has appeared in national and international publications, including National Post, National Geographic, Globe & Mail, Verge: Travel with Purpose, Toronto Star, Grapevine, and Santa Fe Centre for Photography. Lola is an adventurer whose art and writing reflects the world vision of her experience. In addition to a three-year residency in Mexico, she’s explored more than 65 countries in depth — under water and on foot, and by dogsled, jeep, and camel. To share her adventures & photographs, to provide a showcase for other photographers, and to inspire others to travel—she created the Armchair Traveller Travelogue in 2017. In addition to these personally narrated travel and adventure presentations, Lola does outreach presentations to promote the role of women in aviation/STEM careers. Her professional associations include The Ninety-Nines International Organization of Women Pilots, Women in Aviation International, and The Writers’ Union of Canada. Her memoir, Highway to the Sky: An Aviator’s Journey, was released Sept 2024 by She Writes Press/Simon & Schuster.er mH Contact Lola for your next meeting, retreat, or book club! [email protected]   lolareidallin.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

'We’re the Grix Sisters, two actual sisters on a mission to make people feel good and valued through creativity. Forget tick-box wellbeing, we’re all about real human connection through hands-on experiences. We create tailored workshops for teams, brands, and events, bringing creativity and connection to workplace company culture.  We’re flipping the script on wellbeing: interactive and in-person, bringing the colour back into people's lives, one human at a time. What are we tackling next? For anyone who dreads take-off, turbulence, or landing (when the usual fix is sleeping pills and champagne) meet your new travel essential: our essential oil inhaler stick. A natural, instant way to find your calm at 30,000 feet. We can't wait to bring this fresh concept to airlines!' Lovefly Courses  FB - Lovefly Insta @loveflyhelp #fearofflying #flyingwithout fear #anxiety #aviation #lovefly #pilots #turbulence #claustrophobia Private Members Group https://lovefly.podia.com Intro and outro music 'Fearless' Daniel King   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bushy is a war correspondent who says, 'I am just an Aussie who lives for adventure but has to conquer my fear of flying to truly live!' This is so much more than that as he has even been in an aircraft accident and still wants to beat his fear of flying.  This is a remarkable story and contains some very practical advice on how he has beat his own fears of flying - and is still working on them. Lovefly Courses  FB - Lovefly Insta @loveflyhelp #fearofflying #flyingwithout fear #anxiety #aviation #lovefly #pilots #turbulence #claustrophobia Private Members Group https://lovefly.podia.com Intro and outro music 'Fearless' Daniel King Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My name’s Rebecca and I’m an administrative assistant, illustrator and designer based in Brighton UK. I am excited to share my journey on how I’m overcoming my 17 yearlong fear of flying, as well as tips and advice for other nervous fliers. Lovefly Courses  FB - Lovefly Insta @loveflyhelp #fearofflying #flyingwithout fear #anxiety #aviation #lovefly #pilots #turbulence #claustrophobia Private Members Group https://lovefly.podia.com Intro and outro music 'Fearless' Daniel King   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rachael says, 'Hi, I'm I Rachael, I'm 45 and live in Merseyside. I'd like to share my story of how perimenopause introduced me to a fear of flying and how dealing with that fear was like running a marathon.' Lovefly Courses  FB - Lovefly Insta @loveflyhelp #fearofflying #flyingwithout fear #anxiety #aviation #lovefly #pilots #turbulence #claustrophobia #menopause Private Members Group https://lovefly.podia.com Intro and outro music 'Fearless' Daniel King   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.