Pixie Sticks, Family Loans, and Florida Man's Free Ride

Cabin Pressure with Shawn and "G"

Cabin Pressure with Shawn and "G"
Pixie Sticks, Family Loans, and Florida Man's Free Ride
Jun 30, 2025 Episode 42
Shawn & G

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Ever feel like your job is the same routine on repeat? Shawn and G kick off with a candid discussion about flight attendant burnout and the need for mental stimulation beyond the galley cart. Shawn reveals how he balances his airline career with real estate photography while G warns about the dangers of DIY garage door spring repairs – a perfect metaphor for knowing when to call in professionals versus handling life's challenges yourself.

The conversation takes a delightful detour down memory lane as they reminisce about childhood candies that defined generations. From Fun Dip's sugar-coated sticks to Pixie Sticks' powdery mess and the ethically questionable candy cigarettes, their nostalgic candy tour reveals how much has changed in food safety and marketing. They share laugh-out-loud stories about jawbreakers cutting their tongues and still continuing to eat them, proving some childhood lessons are learned the hard way.

Things take a more reflective turn when they discuss aging concerns and planning for elder care, especially poignant for those without children as a potential support system. Shawn then shares a revealing personal story about lending money to family and his creative solution – transforming a potentially awkward situation into a teaching moment about financial responsibility by creating a formal loan agreement. The episode wraps with aviation news about a modern-day Frank Abagnale who scored 120 free flights by manipulating airline systems, reminding us that sometimes truth is stranger than fiction.

Whether you're facing career monotony, navigating family financial dynamics, or simply craving a sweet trip down memory lane, this episode offers both lighthearted entertainment and thoughtful perspectives on life's complex challenges. Leave a comment about your favorite childhood candy or how you've handled lending money to family – we'd love to hear your stories!

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