
Lovefly
We have been helping nervous flyers since 1996 when Paul Tizzard set up the Virgin Atlantic Flying Without Fear Programme with David Landau and Captain Norman Lees after contacting Sir. Richard Branson with the idea. Paul left that programme in 2019 and set up Lovefly with John Bond, Susan Mungeam, Captain Steve Bull, Sarah Fowler & Pete Higgins. We continue to offer help to those of you with a fear of flying...Hope you enjoy the podcasts. If you need more help, we offer courses, such as our 30 day programme on our website www.lovefly.co.uk/courses/
Episodes

3 days ago
3 days ago
Welcome to the Lovefly podcast, where Paul Tizzard, a seasoned Fear of Flying Coach, provides insights and encouragement for nervous flyers. In this episode, Paul welcomes Emily Burrell, a prominent figure in the Lovefly community, who shares her inspiring journey of overcoming her fear of flying. From her childhood anxieties to memorable encounters, like meeting Bruno Mars, Emily narrates how she faced her fears, embraced aviation knowledge, and gradually transformed her flying experiences into moments of empowerment and joy. Her candid storytelling and practical tips offer a relatable and enlightening perspective for anyone struggling with flight anxiety. Don't miss Emily's uplifting account of finding healing and resilience within the supportive Lovefly community. #fearofflying #lovefly #flyingwithoutfear #anxiety www.lovefly.co.uk/courses/ FB - Lovefly Insta @loveflyhelp
Intro music 'Fearless' Daniel King

Wednesday Jun 18, 2025
Ep. 235 - Ally Marvin shares her fantastic fear of flying tips
Wednesday Jun 18, 2025
Wednesday Jun 18, 2025
Ally shares some brilliant fear of flying tips to help you. There are even a couple of tips in here that were new to us too! Well done Ally :) Check it out. www.lovefly.co.uk/courses www.afar.aero FB - Lovefly Insta @loveflyhelp
Intro music 'Fearless' Daniel King

Wednesday Jun 11, 2025
Wednesday Jun 11, 2025
Welcome to this week's special episode of the Lovefly Podcast, where we dive into the transformative journey of overcoming the fear of flying. Join us as we sit down with three remarkable guests - Emma, Jenna, and Joanne - each hailing from different corners of the globe. They share their personal experiences and triumphs with the Lovefly 30-Day Programme.
Discover how this carefully crafted program helped them tackle their anxiety, embrace the skies, and finally find the excitement in travel that they've longed for. With insights from various experts and real-life success stories, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to change their flying experience from daunting to delightful.
Get ready to be inspired as we explore the themes of empowerment, continuous learning, and the freedom that comes with overcoming your fears. www.lovefly.co.uk/courses/ www.afar.aero Facebook Group 'Lovefly' Instagram @loveflyhelp #fearofflying #anxiety #lovefly #flyingwithoutfear
Intro music 'Fearless' Daniel King

Wednesday Jun 04, 2025
Ep. 233 - Chris Short, Manager Training Delivery, Virgin Atlantic Airways
Wednesday Jun 04, 2025
Wednesday Jun 04, 2025
In this episode, join us as we dive into the world of aviation with Chris Short from Virgin Atlantic. Chris, who accidentally found his passion in the industry over two decades ago, shares his journey from ground handling to overseeing training for front-line teams. Discover the rigorous training and safety measures in place for crew and airport staff, designed to ensure every flight is secure and enjoyable.
Listen in as Chris recounts his personal battle with anxiety and how he overcame it, offering a relatable perspective for many listeners. This episode is filled with reassuring insights into the meticulous processes behind every flight, ensuring passenger safety and comfort. Whether you're dealing with a fear of flying or simply curious about the inner workings of the aviation world, this episode promises to offer both comfort and knowledge. www.lovefly.co.uk/courses/ FB - Lovefly Insta @loveflyhelp #fearofflying #lovefly #flyingwithoutfear #anxiety #virginatlanticairways
Intro Music 'Fearless' Daniel King

Wednesday May 28, 2025
Wednesday May 28, 2025
Welcome to the Lovefly Podcast. This episode features Jason Blackman, a prominent member of the Lovefly community, who shares his inspiring journey from a terrified flyer to someone who enjoys air travel. Join us as Jason reveals how understanding the science and routines of flying, as well as connecting with other nervous flyers, transformed his flying experience. Discover tips, insights, and encouragement to help you navigate your fear of flying and embrace the joy of travel. www.lovefly.co.uk/courses/ FB - Lovefly Insta @loveflyhelp #fearofflying #anxiety #lovefly #flyingwithoutfear
Intro music 'Fearless' Daniel King

Wednesday May 21, 2025
Wednesday May 21, 2025
Meet Barb! A prolific contributor to the Lovefly Facebook group with her facts and top tips. She is not completely over her fear but, at the time of recording, she has now managed 16 flights ... without the anticipatory anxiety and even managing to walk about during the flight. As you know, these are not small achievements at all. www.lovefly.co.uk/courses/ FB - Lovefly Insta @loveflyhelp #fearofflying #lovefly #anxiety #flyingwithoutfear
Intro music 'Fearless' Daniel King

Wednesday May 14, 2025
Ep. 230 - Rachel FitzD Part 2...talking Panic Attacks and Phobias
Wednesday May 14, 2025
Wednesday May 14, 2025
Rachel is a great guest and this is her second outing with us! She is inspiring and wise in equal measure - which you will realise when you hear how much she has had to overcome. We are talking about Panic Attacks and Phobias in general and she has a few great mic drop moments! www.lovefly.co.uk/courses/ FB - Lovefly Insta @loveflyhelp #fearofflying #anxiety #flyingwithoutfear #lovefly #panicattacks #phobias
Intro Music 'Fearless' Daniel King

Wednesday May 07, 2025
Ep. 229 - Marc Parent CEO of CAE talking global safety training and simulators
Wednesday May 07, 2025
Wednesday May 07, 2025
Marc talks to Lovefly about the global safety reach that the CAE has. Training pilots, both civil and military to make the world of Commercial Aviation safer and safer all the time. Lovefly have used CAE simulators for their 121 courses and they are just like flying. You will hear so much that is going to reassure you - you will be amazed and reassured. www.lovefly.co.uk/courses/ FB - Lovefly Insta @loveflyhelp #fearofflying #lovefly #cae #flyingwithoutfear
Intro music 'Fearless' Daniel King
Marc Parent has served as CAE’s President and Chief Executive Officer since 2009. He joined the company in 2005 as Group President, Simulation Products, was appointed Group President, Simulation Products and Military Training & Services in 2006, and then Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer in 2008. Mr. Parent has 40 years of experience in the aerospace industry. www.cae.com

Wednesday Apr 30, 2025
Ep. 228 - Meet Sarah Moore who has learned to be able to actually sleep on a flight
Wednesday Apr 30, 2025
Wednesday Apr 30, 2025
Sarah, I'm 39 years old and living in Solihull, a few junctions down from Birmingham Airport! Hobbies include coaching U16 girls football, Disney and live music! This is her story of hope. She gives a lot of credit to the podcast but she has done the work. Incredibly inspiring story. www.lovefly.co.uk/courses/ FB - Lovefly Insta @loveflyhelp #fearofflying #anxiety #lovefly #flyingwithoutfear
Intro music 'Fearless' Daniel King

Wednesday Apr 23, 2025
Ep. 227 - Lovefly Podcast talking lack of control with Melissa, Ash and Sheryl
Wednesday Apr 23, 2025
Wednesday Apr 23, 2025
Lovefly special focussing on the subject of 'Control, in particular, not having any.' Also, we will be talking about anticipatory anxiety too as that is also important. Join Melissa, Sheryl and Ash, all committed members of the Lovefly community as we discuss control. Loads of great chat and advice for you. www.lovefly.co.uk/courses/ FB - Lovefly Insta @loveflyhelp #fearofflying #flyingwithoutfear #lovefly
Intro Music 'Fearless' Daniel King

Lovefly Philosophy
We believe that managing or overcoming your fear is a journey. While there are examples of people who have done one course or one therapy and declared themselves “cured”, we at Lovefly believe it is far more likely that the personal journey to manage or overcome your fears or anxieties, related to flying, are more likely to be as unique as you are.
As a starting point we would suggest you join the Lovefly Facebook group, to gain support and knowledge and to realize you are not alone and also listen to the Lovefly podcasts. These are both free resources and a great source of support and information. Maybe, this is the end of your personal journey and you have learned enough with these resources to be able to fly and manage your fears. Perhaps, after hearing about the variety of different therapies available for fearful fliers on the podcasts, you might choose to seek help from a therapist. You might decide to instead purchase the Lovefly 30 day course or an in person course in a classroom or on a Rig. Lovefly aims to be the place where you build your own solutions based on your personal needs. You can do this, it is a journey but you can move at your own pace, always controlling what you need or when you have reached your own personal goals.
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