Benét J. Wilson
Reporter at Bankrate covering credit cards, travel, and personal finance. Known as the Aviation Queen for her in-depth coverage of the airline business.
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Aug 21, 2025 • 40min
Can Southwest Airlines Survive? | Bumpy Skies Ahead | 3
Joe Guinto, a seasoned business journalist, and Benét Wilson, known as the ‘Aviation Queen,’ explore Southwest Airlines' recent shifts from friendly policies to new models with assigned seating and baggage fees. They discuss customer dissatisfaction and the airline's need to adapt, revealing insights from industry experts. Pay attention as they delve into high ticket prices and the best travel-friendly credit cards that maximize benefits for frequent flyers, ensuring listeners stay informed on navigating the skies with savvy.
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Nov 22, 2022 • 13min
Make holiday travel less stressful
Benét Wilson, a freelance aviation journalist, shares her expertise on surviving the holiday travel hustle. She highlights the inevitability of long lines and flight delays, urging travelers to prepare accordingly. Benét recommends building airline loyalty over hunting for the cheapest fares and offers negotiation tactics for coping with overbooked flights. She also emphasizes maintaining kindness during stressful situations and reminds families to embrace gratitude, fostering a more enjoyable travel experience amidst the chaos.
Dec 22, 2023 • 28min
Why does flying suck so much?
Aviation and travel journalist Benét J. Wilson joins the podcast to discuss the frustrations of flying, including overbooking and lost baggage. They also explore the impact of the pandemic on air travel and the enduring popularity of A Christmas Carol.
