Presented by EF Ultimate Break, Airplane Mode is a travel podcast about culture, community, and comfort zones. Hosted by influencer Sarah Baus, each episode is a creator-to-creator conversation that unpacks the realities of travel, iconic destinations, and the people we meet along the way. For more from Airplane Mode, visit efultimatebreak.com/podcast. Learn more about trips with EF Ultimate Break at efultimatebreak.com/about/what-we-do. Have a topic or question you want to hear discussed? Let us know @efultimatebreak.
Marissa Meizz on community building and the search for friendship
Episode 04: Sarah chats with Marissa about the creation of No More Lonely Friends and gets practical advice on growing community as a young adult.
On episode 4 of the Airplane Mode podcast from EF Ultimate Break, host Sarah Baus interviews Marissa Meizz, a travel creator and founder of the community “No More Lonely Friends.” Marissa shares her journey to becoming a viral travel creator and founder who fosters real-world connections through IRL meetups. Her mission centers on combating loneliness by bringing people together to make friends in a fun, intentional, and adventurous way.
The conversation dives into the nuances of adult friendship-making, emphasizing the importance of treating friendship-building like dating—being intentional, vulnerable, and open to finding mutual interests. Marissa also offers practical advice on approaching new social situations, including creative conversation starters and embracing the awkwardness that comes with meeting new people.
The discussion touches on the role of social media in nurturing and sustaining friendships formed in person or virtually, highlighting both its benefits and pitfalls. Marissa shares personal travel stories, insights into her extroverted personality, and practical tips for solo travelers seeking to embrace bravery and spontaneity.
Presented by EF Ultimate Break, Airplane Mode is a travel podcast about culture, community, and comfort zones. Hosted by influencer Sarah Baus, each episode is a creator-to-creator conversation that unpacks the realities of travel, iconic destinations, and the people we meet along the way.
Have a topic or question you want to hear discussed? Let us know @efultimatebreak.
30 Jun 2025
Chloe Mitchell on the magic of shared memories and LGBTQ+ travel
Chloe Mitchell reveals to Sarah Baus how group travel fosters deep connections and provides safety for LGBTQ+ individuals, highlighting the transformative power of shared experiences in this interview.
16 Jun 2025
Alexa Moore on quitting the corporate life to become a travel creator
Travel creator Alexa Moore discusses her transition from the corporate world to full-time content creation with host Sarah Baus, emphasizing authenticity and strategic planning in the travel industry in this interview.
13 Jun 2025
Emma Topp on crying in Italy and finding empowerment traveling solo
Content creator Emma Topp shares her empowering solo travel experiences in Italy with host Sarah Baus, highlighting personal growth and offering practical tips for female travelers in this interview.
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Chloe Mitchell
Alexa Moore
Emma Topp
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YouTube views
13,486,232
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Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
1 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 31 / 100
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