Sounds Like A Cult The Cult of Airline Miles
Aug 8, 2023
Comedian and frequent flyer Fumi Abi joins the hosts to discuss the cultlike nature of airline loyalty programs. They talk about the allure and drawbacks of airline miles, the psychological attachment to collecting points, frustrations with finding a doctor and airport anxiety, the complexities of airline miles, the cult-like culture within Southwest Airlines, and annoying friends in relation to cults.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Introduction of the Special Guest and Discussion on Credit Card Points and Flying
03:44 • 2min
The Allure and Drawbacks of Airline Loyalty Programs
05:27 • 19min
Exploring Women's Rights, Currency, and the Psychological Attachment to Airline Miles
24:32 • 3min
Airline Miles, Finding a Doctor, Airport Anxiety, Skims, Cossis, and Red Flags
27:06 • 6min
The Frustrations and Complexities of Airline Miles
33:05 • 16min
The Cult-Like Culture and Scammy Nature of Airline Miles
49:32 • 7min
Annoying Friends and Cult-Related Discussions
56:03 • 3min