Episodes
In this episode, we're celebrating International Podcast Day with a LIVE recording in Concourse B at Washington Dulles Airport! We talked to employees across the spectrum at Dulles including a Ramp Tower Controller and a Mobile Lounge Operator and Trainer with 27 years of experience!! We kicked things off with Airport Manager and VP, Richard Golinowski. Don't miss this episode!
Published 10/21/24
This episode of The Capital Runway we talked Chris Paolino, the interim Vice President and Airport Manager at DCA. He talks to us about his career and some of the important lessons he's learned along the way. Also in this episode, we talk to Courtnie Gore about the publication of our Environmental, Social, and Governance report.
Published 09/27/24
It's been a busy year for us! In this episode, Amanda and Charles review some of the great things that have been happening in our airports, including new airlines and destinations, new shopping and dining options, lounges and more. They also cover what's coming up for both Reagan National and Washington Dulles International in the near future, including an update on the DCA Reimagined project, and a new concourse at IAD!
Published 08/26/24
How do airlines and airports connect? Conferences like the ACI Jumpstart Conference! Think of it like speed-dating for airlines and airports. In this episode, we attended the 2024 Jumpstart Conference hosted here in Washington, DC, and sat down with several airports, airlines, and other key figures in the travel industry to hear their thoughts on this important step of the process!
Published 07/31/24
In this episode, we talk about Women's History Month, recap the kickoff to the Authority's speaker series with Chief Revenue Officer Chryssa Westerlund, and we talked to Danielle Morgan, the Executive Staff Coordinator at DCA about her career at MWAA and what it's like managing an airport like DCA.
Published 03/29/24
In our first episode of 2024 we sat down with LEGO Master Builder, Richard Paules, to get an in-depth look at the process behind the building of LEGO Dulles!
Published 02/29/24
In this holiday special edition of The Capital Runway podcast, Amanda and Charles discusses the top highlights and milestones from 2023 at both DCA and IAD airports. We had a big year - tune in for our year in review!
If you missed any of the other episodes, this one is a must-listen. Don't miss the bloopers at the end!
Published 12/29/23
In this episode of The Capital Runway, we speak with Lisa Farbstein, Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Spokesperson for the Northeast Region, to provide travel tips for the upcoming 2023 holiday season.
Lisa is the TSA spokesperson for the following U.S. states: DC, DE, MD, NJ, NY, PA, VA, WV.
Published 11/16/23
In this episode of The Capital Runway, we sat down with Board Director Walter Tejada to discuss his role on the Authority's Board of Directors, the local Latin American Community, and Hispanic Heritage Month.
Published 10/12/23
In this episode of The Capital Runway, we're wrapping up summer and we welcome guests Robin Wade, and Apprentices Greg Halstead, and Jonathan VIera to give us some insights about the Trades Apprentice Program here at the Airports Authority.
Published 09/01/23
In this episode of The Capital Runway, we welcome Jaimini Erskine and Diego Cuadros. We delve into the exciting new "DCA Reimagined" project in Terminal 2, featuring new concessions, redevelopments, upgraded restrooms, and enhanced amenities coming soon to DCA.
Published 08/04/23
In this episode of The Capital Runway, join us as we delve into our conversation with Janene Shaw, the Terminal Operations Supervisor and the first female duty manager at Dulles International Airport.
Published 06/30/23
In this episode of The Capital Runway, we speak with Stephen Baldi, concessionaire & operator at Reagan National & Washington Dulles airports.
Published 05/31/23
In this episode of The Capital Runway, we speak with Scott Cooper, the Director of Airline Business Development at MWAA, to gain insight into how airports attract new airlines.
Published 04/28/23
"Welcome to ""The Capital Runway"" podcast from Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority! In the first episode, our CEO, Jack Potter, shares insights on the aviation industry's challenges, the achievements he is most proud of, and the type of talent the organization is looking for in potential candidates. He also reveals what goes through his mind when walking through the airport terminals at Dulles International and Reagan National airports.
Published 03/29/23