The Calm Cockpit Podcast

• The Healthy Pilot: Nutrition, Exercise, and Cognitive Edge with Lashae Bacon

  Episode 13 In this episode of The Calm Cockpit, we’re joined by Lashae Bacon; former U.S. Army pilot, certified personal trainer, and founder of Mile High Health Club, a wellness company designed specifically for pilots. Lashae shares powerful insights into how fitness, nutrition, and sleep work together to support peak performance, long-term health, and flight safety. We dive into the unique challenges pilots face—irregular schedules, long hours sitting, and environmental stressors—and how small, consistent changes can lead to big results. From smart snack tips to movement hacks between flights, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you feel more energized, focused, and resilient. Whether you're just starting your wellness journey or looking to fine-tune your routine, this conversation will leave you inspired and ready to take action—both in the cockpit and beyond. Links Mentioned in the Show: Mile High Health Club: your one stop for all things that will help optimize your fitness and nutrition. At this link, you'll find everything mentioned in today's show, from customized workout plans you can do on the road, nutrition guides, and recipe packs!    Nutrition: Eat for Pilot Performance   International & Domestic U.S Airport Restaurant Guide from Lashae and Mile High Health Club   Follow Lashae on Instagram  Follow Lashae on Facebook   Subscribe to  Lashae on YouTube

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• Tuning the Mind: Music’s Role in Improving Pilot Performance

  Episode 12   In this episode, we explore the powerful role that hearing and music play in an aviator's performance and well-being. From protecting your hearing to sharpening your listening skills for critical ATC communications, you’ll discover practical tools and protocols you can start using today. Learn how music—and even silence—can help you sharpen focus, steady the nervous system, and bring balance to both your flying career and home life. We’ll also explore how sound impacts your brain and body, and how intentional listening can help you manage racing thoughts, enhance workouts, and find calm in the chaos. Blending scientific insights with relatable stories, this episode offers a fresh perspective on how tuning into your auditory environment can be a simple yet powerful way to elevate both your self-care and your flying skills.   Show Links: Music for Relaxation: Deuter-wonderful German composer with many albums of sedative music Here’s one of his songs-East of the Full Moon   Music for Relaxation: Plum Village Chant-Namo’valokiteshvaraya Chant-recorded recorded in the Still Water Meditation Hall, Upper Hamlet, Plum Village, France, in autumn 2020   Music for Relaxation: Because Gita is a clarinet nerd, and because Mozart completely dominates even all these years later…the ultimate sedative and gorgeous recording of the second movement of Mozart’s Clarinet Concerto in A major K 622 performed by Martin Fröst   Research: The transformative power of music: Insights into neuroplasticity, health, and disease   Neurologic music therapy: The beneficial effects of music making on neurorehabilitation   Womb with a view: Sensory development in utero   Hearing persists at end of life   Scientists Identify Molecules in the Ear that Convert Sound into Brain Signals   Music, Maestro, Please: Thalamic multisensory integration in music perception, processing and production  

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• From Struggles to the Sky: Nick Smith’s Journey & the Birth of Part-Time Pilot Ground School

  Episode 11 In this episode of The Calm Cockpit, we sit down with Nick Smith, founder of Part Time Pilot Ground School, to hear how his bumpy ride through flight training became the spark for building one of the most accessible online ground schools out there. Nick shares the highs, lows, and honest moments of his aviation journey—and how those experiences now help student pilots save time, money, and a whole lot of stress. We also dive into practical advice for navigating training with confidence; how to stay motivated when things get tough, why having a support system matters, and what to say when your family doesn’t quite get your flying dreams. Whether you're deep into your training or just thinking about taking off, this episode is full of encouragement and a reminder that the aviation path isn’t one-size-fits-all. Key takeaways: Embrace the messy middle of learning—your struggles can become strengths. Flight training is a big commitment, and communication with loved ones is key. There’s more to aviation than airline jobs—explore your options! Community and mentorship can make all the difference. Tune in for some grounded wisdom and a whole lot of support and ideas for your training journey!   Links: Part Time Pilot Ground School   Part Time Pilot YouTube Channel   Part Time Pilot Private Pilot Study Group on Facebook  

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• A Green Shirt, Piles of Rocks, and Electric Bedsheets: Debunking Wellness Hacks For Aviators

  Episode 10 This episode explores the world of wellness “hacks” — the quick fixes, trending products, and biohacking promises often marketed as shortcuts to better health and reduced stress. Drawing on our unique expertise, we’ll critically examine which practices are truly effective, which are overhyped, and which may be doing more harm than good. John--ever in search of an advantage--prompts Gita, a yoga and meditation educator, to evaluate various trends like ashwagandha, adaptogens, grounding bedsheets, mindfulness, meditation, and essential oils. The core theme revolves around separating genuinely beneficial practices--which are often rooted in established traditions and to be utilized with proper training--from marketing schemes that offer expensive and ineffective shortcuts. The conversation highlights the hosts' playful dynamic while emphasizing the importance of critical thinking, understanding the full context of a practice, and recognizing that true well-being comes from consistent, holistic lifestyle choices rather than isolated "hacks." Learn how to: Distinguish science-backed strategies from pseudoscience. Recognize when techniques and practices are being stripped of their benefits by removing trained practitioners to evaluate and guide their use. Evaluate new wellness trends by discerning the historical background and global context and how to identify quality approaches versus snake oil sales techniques. Understand the deeper meaning of holistic living beyond the buzzwords.     Disclaimer: This episode is for entertainment and educational purposes only. Always consult qualified professionals before making changes to your health routine.

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• Bonus Episode: Exhale Your Stress Breathing Exercise

  In this special bonus episode, we’re joined by Sarah Gilbert, a Licensed Yoga for All Abilities Practitioner. Sarah guides us through a gentle, accessible breathing practice designed to sharpen focus, reduce stress, and ease anxiety. This simple yet powerful tool is most effective when practiced daily. Be sure to find a quiet, safe space before you begin—this practice is not intended for use while driving or operating heavy machinery. Take a few moments to settle in, and enjoy this calming reset.   We’d love to hear from you! Share your feedback about this episode or send us your show ideas at [email protected]

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