Open Skies Podcast
The Open Skies Podcast; sharing the untold and almost-lost stories from airline + aviation companies worldwide.
Episodes
In this eye-opening episode, host Chris Glass is joined by airline veterans Bob Cummings and Richard Bartrem, who offer a frank and informed take on the state of Canadian aviation. With decades of experience at the helm of WestJet and other carriers, they unpack why Canada’s air travel system is financially unsustainable, regionally imbalanced, and policy-stagnant. From rising airport fees to ineffective passenger rights legislatio...
In this episode of Open Skies, host Chris Glass welcomes Monica Badra, founder of Aero Next Gen, a trailblazing tech broker bringing digital transformation to the aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) space. With a unique background in finance and deep hands-on experience in aerospace, Monica has become the go-to matchmaker connecting legacy aviation problems with next-gen tech solutions.
She shares how her company bridge...
In this electrifying episode of The Open Skies Podcast, host Chris Glass sits down with Captain David Deere, a seasoned pilot with an extraordinary aviation career spanning from fighter jets to commercial airliners. Captain Deere shares his journey from flying CF-18s in the Gulf War and intercepting cruise missiles over Alaska to performing high-precision aerobatics with the Snowbirds and Northern Lights Aerobatic Team.
Now a Standa...
In this inspiring episode of The Open Skies Podcast, host Chris Glass sits down with Kristina De Marzio, Hope Air’s Manager of Community Engagement, to explore the crucial role of volunteer pilots in providing life-saving travel for patients in need. Kristina shares how Hope Air works with hospitals, social workers, and medical professionals to identify patients facing insurmountable travel barriers and connects them with free flig...
In part two of The Open Skies Podcast series on Hope Air, host Chris Glass sits down with Jon Collins, Chief Development Officer, to discuss the ongoing challenge of ensuring that no Canadian is left behind when it comes to accessing medical care. Jon shares his personal connection to Hope Air’s mission and how the organization’s work resonates with families across the country who face financial and logistical barriers to healthcar...
In this episode of The Open Skies Podcast, host Chris Glass sits down with Mark Rubinstein, Chief Hope Officer of Hope Air, to discuss the organization’s incredible mission: ensuring that all Canadians, regardless of financial means or geographic location, have access to essential medical care. With a network of commercial airline partners and volunteer pilots, Hope Air provides free flights, accommodations, and travel support for ...
In this compelling episode of The Open Skies Podcast, host Chris Glass sits down with aviation leader and soon-to-be bestselling author, Nate Glover, to explore his dynamic career and experiences during one of the industry’s most challenging periods—the COVID-19 pandemic. Nate shares his journey from his beginnings at Continental Airlines and JetBlue, to his time with Norwegian, and finally, his pivotal role at Menzies Aviation in ...
In this episode of The Open Skies Podcast, host Chris Glass welcomes aviation veteran Sandra Pineau-Boddison to discuss her remarkable career spanning decades in airline catering, onboard services, and customer experience. From her humble beginnings managing a cafeteria at Chelsea Catering to becoming Vice President at Continental Airlines and later leading critical roles through the Continental-United merger, Sandra shares stories...
In this episode of the Open Skies Podcast, host Chris Glass sits down with David Hailey, the founder of Countifi, to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming inventory management in the airline industry. Drawing on years of experience as an auditor for major airlines like Delta, David shares how he identified inefficiencies in onboard services and turned them into opportunities for improvement. He discusses Countify&apos...
Simon Soni, a veteran in the world of airline catering, joins the Open Skies Podcast to take us on an in-depth journey behind the scenes of in-flight dining. With over 30 years of experience at iconic airlines like British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, Etihad, and WestJet, Simon shares the evolution of airline meals—from basic reheated trays to premium, five-star offerings at 30,000 feet.
In this episode, Simon also touches on the futu...
In this insightful episode of the Jump Seat Podcast, host Chris Glass is joined by Liz Baring from Embross and Ryan Potter from WestJet to explore the rapidly evolving world of airport self-service technology.
The conversation delves into WestJet’s innovative self-serve bag drop, the transition from manual check-ins to mobile-first solutions, and how technologies like AI and biometrics are shaping the future of air travel...
Join us for a captivating journey through the skies as we welcome Charles Duncan, a seasoned veteran of the airline industry, to the Open Skies podcast. Charles's career takes off in 1996 at Continental Airlines, where his innovative approach to pricing and revenue management sets the stage for his future successes. His stories from Guam, with Continental Micronesia, offer a glimpse into the vibrant expansion of tourism and av...
In this episode of the Open Skies Podcast host Chris Glass takes listeners on location to the Abbotsford Airport, where he sits down with Parm Sidhu, the airport's General Manager. Parm shares his incredible journey from a Zamboni driver to the helm of one of Canada's fastest-growing airports.
The conversation delves into the unique aspects of Abbotsford Airport, including its history, growth, and innovative approach ...
In this episode of the Open Skies Podcast, host Chris Glass sits down with James Wong, Senior Vice President at Menzies, to discuss his fascinating career in aviation. From his early days in the Royal Canadian Air Cadets to pivotal roles at WestJet and his current position leading Menzies’ operations in Southeast Asia, James shares valuable insights into the industry. They explore the evolution of big data in aviation, the challeng...
Open Skies host Chris Glass introduces the brand new Podcast " Open Skies". Join us as we share the untold and almost-lost stories from airline + aviation companies worldwide.
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