The Journey Is The Reward (dot) ORG

The Journey is the Reward started out to be a show about obtaining 3 Million Mile status with United Airlines in less than 18 months. It was about the journey in achieving these miles and United 1K status for life. However, now that Brian has achieved the 3 Million Mile goal, in 13 months, the show has morphed a bit into a travel show. Sure, he is still documenting his quest for 4 Million Miles and lifetime Global Services status but he and Micah cover so much more. So come travel the world with Brian as he attempts to reach yet another milestone and talkes with travel subject matter experts.

The Journey Is The Reward (dot) ORG is a leisure podcast hosted by Brian T. Coleman, with 148 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Brian T. Coleman hosts The Journey Is The Reward (dot) ORG, a leisure show with 148 episodes published.

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  Episode #143

  Episode 143: Brian Flys to Sydney

  Sep 28, 202659 minS5

  Welcome to Episode 143 of The Journey Is The Reward ! On this episode, Brian is jetting Down Under to cheer on his nephew in the Sydney Marathon, and enjoy a little well-deserved R&R. Before boarding the long-haul flight, the guys clear up a few pending items in the cabin: The Great Waffle Debate: Mapmaker Eric weighs in on chicken and waffles. Even though the bird doesn't fly, Eric is firmly on Team Brian, endorsing the total perfection of savory poultry paired with a sweet waffle. Insurance Loophole Turmoil: Allianz reimbursed Brian a paltry $200 for a canceled flight due to a technicality in the policy fine print. Undeterred, Brian is filing a new claim with American Express to make sure he's made whole. Paying It Forward: Listener Mark Van Ramm generously donated his contest winnings—a copy of Brian Kelly’s How To Win At Travel —back to the podcast. Micah’s already plotting a brand-new giveaway contest so another listener can win it! Before embarking on the 14-hour transpacific trek to Sydney, Brian took a detour to check out another incredible ride: the Space Shuttle Endeavour at the California Science Center. He was able to sit down with President and CEO Jeffrey Rudolph to discuss the magnificent new building built to display the shuttle in full launch position. Then, it was strictly premium cabin luxury as Brian settled into United Polaris business class experience from LAX to Sydney. He breaks down the full flagship experience, highlighting the top-tier ground services and inflight amenities that make a 14-hour flight feel like a breeze. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the stories. Because around here, the journey is the reward . As always, our ears are blessed by the utterly soul-stirring, goosebump-inducing sounds of the Madalitso Youth Choir ! Their Welcome and Goodbye songs, recorded straight from the Royal Livingstone Hotel in Zambia, are pure magic. You can always find the audio recording at www.thejourneyisthereward.org .

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  Episode 142: Oshkosh; Air Venture; Part 3

  Sep 14, 20261h 15m

  Welcome to Episode 142 of The Journey Is The Reward ! On this episode, Micah and Brian conclude his high-flying coverage from EAA AirVenture Oshkosh —successfully sticking the landing and preventing this from turning into a six-episode epic! To accomplish this incredible feat of event logistics, today's episode is a packed, extended feature with zero pit stops. We are holding all general listener feedback and Listener Lu at the gate—she will be back on frequency next time, just in time for Brian’s upcoming trek back to Australia. The Oshkosh field recordings continue with an outstanding lineup of aviation guests: Capt. Dan from the iconic Goodyear Blimp . Steve from the Seaplane Pilots Association . Mark from Samaritan Aviation . Plus, various dedicated podcast listeners dropping by for what Brian affectionately dubs "Drunkfest." To wrap up his week on the airshow grounds, Brian plays a bittersweet farewell to his 27-foot trailer command center and his legendary campermates—Susan, Tim, and Eyal. Finally, Micah puts Brian in the hot seat for one last cross-examination: what are his final debrief thoughts, and will he be returning to AirVenture next year? With a few expert tips and survival tricks thrown into the mix, we can safely assume the answer is a resounding yes. As always, our ears are blessed by the utterly soul-stirring, goosebump-inducing sounds of the Madalitso Youth Choir ! Their Welcome and Goodbye songs, recorded straight from the Royal Livingstone Hotel in Zambia, are pure magic. You can always find the audio recording at www.thejourneyisthereward.org .

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  Episode #141

  Episode 141: Interviews From Oshkosh; Air Venture

  Sep 1, 202647 minS5

  Welcome to Episode 141 of The Journey Is The Reward ! On this episode, Micah and Brian are bringing you on-the-ground, high-flying coverage straight from the flight line at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh ! With a mountain of field recordings to get through—and the guys determined not to turn Oshkosh into another six-episode Singapore Airshow mega-series—Listener Lu’s question is held in a temporary holding pattern until next time. However, the guys make room on the runway to respond to listener feedback from Listener Jim and Chef Kathy . Before rolling the tapes, Brian shares his first-hand observations from the grounds: Oshkosh is massive, the aviation crowd is exceptionally friendly, and—perhaps most importantly for event logistics—the port-a-potties are shockingly clean. From there, Brian brings us right into the action with an impressive lineup of field interviews and recordings, featuring: Jack Pelton , President of the EAA. Lydon from eVTOL pioneer Joby Aviation . Mike from Factory Direct Models . Capt. Dan from the iconic Goodyear Blimp . Plus, an exclusive interview with the proud owner of a classic Cessna 195 ! So sit back, relax, and enjoy the stories. Because around here, the journey is the reward . As always, our ears are blessed by the utterly soul-stirring, goosebump-inducing sounds of the Madalitso Youth Choir ! Their Welcome and Goodbye songs, recorded straight from the Royal Livingstone Hotel in Zambia, are pure magic. You can always find the audio recording at www.thejourneyisthereward.org .

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  Episode #140

  Episode 140: Brian Goes To Oshkosh

  Aug 17, 202653 minS5

  Welcome to Episode 140 of The Journey Is The Reward ! On this episode, Brian is finally touching down in Wisconsin for the greatest aviation celebration on Earth: EAA AirVenture Oshkosh ! Before diving into the flight line coverage, the guys make a few important cabin announcements: Micah officially admits he has a problem. Thanks to Brian’s constant temptation, Micah has gone all-in on opening new credit cards strictly for the lucrative Sign-Up Bonuses. The point balance is sky-high—now he just needs to book a few long-haul itineraries to actually spend them! Brian steps up to correct the record on his itinerary from last episode. With so many layovers, connections, and multi-segment hops logged, he got his own flight plan slightly inverted. But fear not—he’s cleared for the correct approach now. To ensure this year's Oshkosh coverage doesn't drag out into a multi-part saga like their epic Singapore Airshow recap, the guys are holding all Listener Lu questions on the ground until next episode. Getting to Oshkosh is always an adventure, and Brian's journey kicked off with a bit of unexpected flight deck turbulence in San Diego. The delay turned out to have a silver lining, netting him a stack of unplanned Hilton Honors points for his troubles. Plus, he got to test out United's blazing-fast Starlink Wi-Fi inflight—reporting back on whether it actually delivers supersonic download speeds at 30,000 feet. Once on the ground in Wisconsin, Brian links up with Eyal to inspect their mobile command center for the week: a glorious 27-foot travel trailer. To wrap things up, Brian shares an edited recording of the official opening address from Jack Pelton , President of the EAA, setting the stage for an incredible week of aviation history and community. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the stories. Because around here, the journey is the reward . As always, our ears are blessed by the utterly soul-stirring, goosebump-inducing sounds of the Madalitso Youth Choir ! Their Welcome and Goodbye songs, recorded straight from the Royal Livingstone Hotel in Zambia, are pure magic. You can always find the audio recording at www.thejourneyisthereward.org .

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  Episode #139

  Episode 139: Mapmaker Eric Flys Domestic

  Aug 3, 20261 hourS5

  Welcome to Episode 139 of The Journey Is The Reward ! On this episode, Brian and Micah welcome back Eric the Mapmaker to chart out his recent trek to Memphis and break down every single delicious stop on his culinary itinerary. Before getting to the main course, the guys open up a packed mailbag: The 3 Million Mile Question: Listener Melissa wants to know—now that the dust has settled—does Brian really feel that flying 300,000 miles a year was worth the massive effort to lock in Lifetime Premier 1K status with United? Listener Lu Returns: Now that official pricing has landed, Listener Lu is back with a burning question: Would Micah or Brian actually drop $495 to buy into United's new "Relax Row" product? Plus, the Great New Jersey Breakfast Debate reaches a legendary truce. Micah highlights a listener’s proposal for the ultimate hybrid sandwich tailored specifically for Brian and Micah: half Taylor Ham, and the other (clearly superior) RIGHT half made with classic Pork Roll. Then, Eric the Mapmaker steps up to the mic to give us the full trip report on his expedition to Memphis. From navigating local neighborhoods to executing a high-precision tour of iconic Southern food spots, Eric breaks down what to eat, where to go, and how to survive a high-calorie visit down South. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the stories. Because around here, the journey is the reward . As always, our ears are blessed by the utterly soul-stirring, goosebump-inducing sounds of the Madalitso Youth Choir ! Their Welcome and Goodbye songs, recorded straight from the Royal Livingstone Hotel in Zambia, are pure magic. You can always find the audio recording at www.thejourneyisthereward.org .

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