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True Travellers Society Podcast — November 7, 2025
Welcome back to the show. Today’s podcast episode was created from the following stories:
Climate Activists Flying to Belém, Paying $1000+ / Night, to Demand More Money
Source: wattsupwiththat.com
By Eric Worrall | 2025-11-06
This opinion essay casts a skeptical eye on the optics of climate delegates traveling to Belém and staying at pricey accommodations while calling for more funding. It also questions how productive the talks will be, especially with a reported U.S. absence. The piece underscores growing scrutiny of climate summit spending and symbolism.
Letung and Sedanau ports boost connectivity, logistics in border areas
Source: en.antaranews.com
By Unknown | 2025-11-06T23:56:00+07:00
Indonesia inaugurated the Letung and Sedanau ferry ports to strengthen inter-island mobility and reduce logistics costs across the Riau Islands. Officials say the ports will improve safety, cut travel times, and enhance market access for local products, with new routes supported by the KMP Bahtera Nusantara 01 vessel. The investment aligns with the government’s push for equitable development in frontier and border regions.
FAA slashes flights at 40 major US airports in light of government shutdown
Source: matadornetwork.com
By Suzie Dundas | 2025-11-06
Amid the record-length U.S. government shutdown, the FAA plans to scale back traffic by up to 10% at 40 major airports due to severe air traffic controller shortages and fatigue. Travelers should prepare for widespread delays and cancellations, though some airlines are offering flexible changes or refunds. The move highlights how staffing crises can cascade into systemic travel disruptions during prolonged political standoffs.
Preston Lane expands home line with collection exclusively on Amazon
Source: wwd.com
By Sofia Celeste | 2025-11-06T12:40:00
Preston Lane rolled out an Amazon-exclusive home collection featuring pillows, blankets, towels, trays, and more—largely made in Portugal and priced from $24 to $238. The brand, founded by Preston Konrad and Lisa Manice, aims to “democratize luxury” while expanding retail presence from Hudson Yards to future launches in the U.K. and Europe. A styled New York brownstone showcases the line and doubles as a storytelling platform to engage fans.
Rotorua airman Atelea Mapapalangi named 2025 RNZAF Aviator of the Year Award
Source: nzherald.co.nz
By Unknown | 2025-11-06T17:00:00+13:00
Corporal Atelea Mapapalangi earned RNZAF Aviator of the Year for resilience and excellence after a cardiac event altered his aircrew ambitions, leading him to re-muster into operational support. He’s contributed to key projects like Ohakea’s fuel installation and enriched RNZAF culture through te reo Māori, wero ceremonies, and community engagement. His story highlights adaptability and leadership grounded in service and heritage.
How to build a million dollar business from your audience | 102
Source: nathanbarry.com
By Nathan Barry | 2025-11-06
Nathan Barry interviews DJ and creator Eric Rhodes (3M+ followers) about turning reach into revenue beyond events. They map two monetization paths—serving fans and teaching a niche—via audience segmentation, high-value lead magnets, and premium offers like courses or masterminds. The episode emphasizes protecting time, packaging expertise, and building systems that scale.
Banijay Group: 9M 2025 results
Source: globenewswire.com
By François Riahi, CEO of Banijay Group | 2025-11-06T11:45:00+01:00
Banijay reported 9M revenue up 4% to €3.22B and adjusted EBITDA up 9.8% to €597M, driven by momentum in live experiences and a strong gaming segment. The company announced a majority stake acquisition in Tipico Group to bolster European sports betting leadership and reaffirmed guidance for EBITDA growth and robust cash conversion. Content deliveries and gaming growth remain key levers heading into year-end.
Head of NASA announces huge reduction in commercial flights ahead of Thanksgiving
Source: futurism.com
By Frank Landymore | 2025-11-06T12:14:00-05:00
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said the administration will cut airline traffic by 10% at 40 major U.S. airports starting Friday, citing pressures on unpaid FAA controllers during the prolonged shutdown. The timing could intensify Thanksgiving travel disruptions, with estimates of up to 1,800 flights cut per day. Officials frame the move as a safety measure, while its political ramifications continue to drive debate.
Motor protein ‘hook’ reveals how neurons deliver cargo with precision
Source: phys.org
By Juntendo University | 2025-11-06
Researchers uncovered a previously unknown HAC domain—a “hook-like” adapter and cargo-binding motif—in the tail of kinesin-2 that enables precise cargo recognition. Using cryo-EM and simulations, the team mapped interfaces between motor, adapter, and APC cargo, offering an atomic-level view of neuronal transport. The findings could inform therapies for neurodegenerative and developmental disorders linked to intracellular transport defects.
Inspirato sees Q3 revenues drop by 19.6 percent
Source: luxurydaily.com
By Zach James for Luxury Daily News Service | 2025-11-06
Luxury travel subscription brand Inspirato reported a 19.6% year-over-year decline in Q3 revenue and lowered its 2025 outlook. The update signals ongoing headwinds in the premium travel segment and a recalibration of growth expectations. Subscribers and investors will be watching for cost controls and product moves to stabilize performance.
Taken together, these stories chart a week defined by movement—of people, products, and ideas. From ferry ports knitting Indonesian islands closer together to U.S. air travel retrenching under shutdown strain, the infrastructure that powers our journeys is being tested and rebuilt. Meanwhile, creators, companies, and scientists are forging new paths—whether monetizing audiences, expanding lifestyle lines, reporting steady earnings, or decoding cellular logistics—reminding us that adaptability is the throughline of progress.
