Flight attendants aren’t just there to serve drinks—they’re the first line of safety in the sky. Shane Hewitt sits down with “Aussie Jess,” Jessica Valiant, to unpack the realities of life as a flight attendant and why the role is so often misunderstood. From the grueling training process to the challenges of fair compensation, Jess shares insights from both her flight crew career and her new work as a travel agent. Together, they reveal the human side of aviation—the passion for travel, the importance of safety, and the ongoing fight for recognition in an industry that depends on them.
Originally aired on 2025-08-20