Throwing Fits *PATREON PREVIEW* New Pod Rules
Oct 29, 2025
The hosts dive into the quirks of air travel, sharing tales of economy upgrades and malfunctioning seats. They also explore the perks of using ChatGPT for drafting complaints, snagging airline credits, and mastering refund tactics. The conversation takes a humorous turn as they discuss airport life, from the theft of water to outrageous meal prices. Plus, there's a cheeky take on switching things up in the podcasting world and the evolving role of Pitchfork in the music scene of 2025.
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Complain Fast To Win Airline Credits
- File complaints to airlines promptly to trigger compensation credits when service or seating is unacceptable.
- Use tools like ChatGPT to identify the right contact and phrase your complaint clearly to increase refund chances.
Upgrade Into A Broken Seat
- James describes being upgraded into a broken Comfort Plus seat that had a nonfunctional recline and a defunct massage feature.
- He tracked the issue, filed a complaint, and later received a $200 credit despite initially being upgraded.
Ask For Credits But Be Ethical
- When services fail (Amazon, Uber, food apps), report the issue to receive credits or refunds quickly.
- Avoid false claims that harm workers; target legitimate problems to get compensation ethically.