Kit Darby shares how he went from an Army fixed-wing pilot to a United Airlines captain and top industry mentor. He talks about choosing seniority over loyalty, surviving furloughs, and helping thousands of pilots land airline jobs — all while staying ahead of every industry curve.In this episode, Kit breaks down what really drives pilot hiring: retirements, fleet growth, and timing. He gets into how pilots can play the seniority game, avoid career-killing moves, and get ready for the next hiring wave. If you're serious about flying for the airlines, this is the strategy talk you need.Let me know what you think! Drop me a comment on Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts!For video versions of this podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@MaketheDonutsResources:Website: https://kitdarby.com/wp/Follow us on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makethedonutz/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@makethedonutzCheck out our website: https://makethedonuts.com/For one-on-one career help and/or business inquiries: www.sabistonconsulting.comSPONSOR:Phantom Lights: https://phantomlights.com/

In this episode, we’re joined by Susan Malerstein-Watkins, a longtime friend and one of Hollywood’s top Script Supervisors!We dive deep into the vital (and often overlooked) role of the script supervisor… The unsung hero who keeps continuity, tracks every detail, and ensures the director's vision stays intact. Whether you’re an aspiring script supervisor or an actor trying to understand set dynamics, this episode gives you everything you need to break in and succeed.Let me know what you think! Drop me a comment on Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts!For video versions of this podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@MaketheDonutsResources:Pat B. Miller’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/Script-Supervising-Film-Continuity-Third/dp/0240802942Follow us on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makethedonutz/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@makethedonutzCheck out our website: https://makethedonuts.com/For one-on-one career help and/or business inquiries: www.sabistonconsulting.comSPONSOR:Phantom Lights: https://phantomlights.com/

In this episode we’re joined by Tony Dokoupil, CBS Broadcast Journalist and Author of ‘The Last Pirate’.We discuss how growing up with a father in the drug business changed his life, and transformed him into the person he is today. We dive deep into his career at CBS, stories of growing up in a wacky world and favorite interviews of all time!Let me know what you think! Drop me a comment on Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts!For video versions of this podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@MaketheDonutsMore on Tony Dokupil:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tonydokoupil/?hl=enBook: https://www.amazon.com/Last-Pirate-Father-Golden-Marijuana/dp/0385533462Follow us on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makethedonutz/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@makethedonutzCheck out our website: https://makethedonuts.com/For one-on-one career help and/or business inquiries: www.sabistonconsulting.comPhantom Lights: https://phantomlights.com/

Welcome to the first episode of Make the Donuts, a show where I interview people from a variety of professions on their journey to success!In this episode, I am joined by my great friend, host of “Tall Tales with Taco Bell” and American Airlines pilot, Mitch “Taco” Bell! We go in depth on Taco’s career-to-date, digging in on how he became a pilot, a podcast host and an instrumental piece in helping veterans transition to a career in the airlines!Let me know what you think! Drop me a comment on Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts!For video versions of this podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@MaketheDonutsMore on Mitch “Taco” Bell:Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@talltaleswithtacobell/aboutFollow us on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makethedonutz/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@makethedonutzCheck out our website: https://makethedonuts.com/For one-on-one career help and/or business inquiries: www.sabistonconsulting.comPhantom Lights: https://phantomlights.com/