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The Display Line

Olly and Joey

Welcome to The Display Line, your front-row seat to all things aviation! Things like air shows and aviation chats and news.

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S2 · E13
Wednesday · 33 min
A washout at Shuttleworth.
Today Olly says his wet and wild experience at Shuttleworth with Merch and displays!
S2 · E12
August 16 · 51 min
Blackpool In The Sky
Today Joey takes us through Blackpool airshow 2026 and the exciting aircraft that flew in it!
S2 · E11
August 9 · 56 min
For Business Or Pleasure? - A Farnborough Airshow Review
Today Olly discusses the Farnborough business airshow talking about the variety of aircraft and business events.
S2 · E10
August 2 · 41 min
The News!
Today Olly and Joey, who is in spain, read through the last month and half of news roundups, including the latest war, space and weather news!
S2 · E9
July 19 · 45 min
Farnborough Airshow Prep
Olly and Joey briefly talk about RIAT's replacement, Farnborough.
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July 12 · 1 hr 6 min
A Summers Day Out At Duxford
Today Olly and Joey chat to Alfie to discuss Duxford's most recent airshow, the Summer airshow. Alfie explains all the aircraft displays and some merch that he bought.
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July 5 · 1 hr 21 min
A Shuttleworth Review
In this episode Olly takes you through a detailed review of Shuttleworth's Festival of Flight airshow while Joey asks him questions regarding displays, merch and an overall review.
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June 26 · 41 min
Shuttleworth FOF: What To Expect
Olly and Joey dive into the world of Shuttleworth Festival Of Flight Airshow, and discuss attending aircraft and what too look out for while at the show!
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June 21 · 48 min
The Last Remaining RAF Airshow
Join Olly and Alfie as they discuss about the last RAF airshow, RAF Cosford, and engage in small conversations about recent news events and aircraft announcements.
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June 14 · 1 hr 21 min
TheDisplayLines Perfect Airshow (Audio only version)
We highly recommend watching this episode on YouTube as Olly and Joey Design their perfect airshow including: attending and static aircraft, a map of the show and everything there is too do at an airshow. This week is all about creativity and going inside Olly and Joeys minds at they fill a blank canvas with what their brains produce!
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June 8 · 2 hr 14 min
Midlands On Ground
Today, Olly and Joey take you through a detailed review of Midlands Air Festival, including a review of all of the displays and the actual show itself. Interviews are also included from Red 1 all the way to Raven 1. We hope you enjoy this packed and long episode of TheDisplayLine podcast!
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May 25 · 47 min
Air Defender - News And Aircraft Announcements
This episode is packed with the latest stories from the world of aviation, military aviation, space, and extreme weather. We discuss the shocking cancellation of the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) and what it means for aviation fans across the UK, alongside recent aircraft announcements from upcoming airshows and major developments across the aerospace world. From fighter jets and military deployments to rockets, storms, and everything happening above our heads, this episode covers the biggest talking points in the skies right now.
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May 17 · 1 hr 38 min
TheDisplayLine, Season 2
Welcome to Season 2, Episode 1 of the podcast! In this episode, we kick things off by diving into the latest stories from the worlds of space, weather, and aviation, covering some of the biggest headlines and developments from the past week. We then switch things up with a more personal and behind-the-scenes chat, asking each other questions about the podcast, our experiences, and what’s ahead for Season 2. To round things off, we bring you the latest announcements and updates from the Royal International Air Tattoo, Hampshire, and the Little Gransden Airshow. Thanks for joining us for the start of a brand-new season — sit back, relax, and enjoy Episode 1 of Season 2!
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May 10 · 1 hr 34 min
Midlands On Air
In this episode, we kick things off with the latest updates in space weather and aviation news, covering the stories, forecasts, and developments shaping the skies this week — from solar activity and its possible impacts on communications and aurora viewing, to the latest headlines from across the aviation world. We then head into a special extended interview with Trevor Graham, the Flying Director at Midlands Air Festival. Trevor gives us an inside look at what it takes to organise one of the UK’s most exciting aviation festivals, from coordinating complex flying displays and managing safety operations to working with pilots, display teams, and event organisers behind the scenes. We also discuss what visitors can expect from this year’s event, the challenges involved in putting together a world-class flying programme, and Trevor’s own experiences in the aviation industry. Whether you’re an aviation enthusiast, an airshow regular, or simply curious about how these incredible displays come together, this interview offers a fascinating behind-the-scenes perspective on the passion, planning, and precision that keep the skies alive at Midlands Air Festival. To wrap up the show, we bring you the latest Take Off Thursday announcements and updates, including what’s coming next for the community and the podcast. Strap in and enjoy the episode!
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May 3 · 1 hr 42 min
Back To The Golden Days
This week’s episode is a full-throttle ride through the skies and beyond We kick things off with a rapid-fire roundup of the latest in aviation, space, and weather news from the past week—everything from movements in the airshow scene to what’s been happening above the atmosphere, plus a look at the storm systems shaping the skies right now. Then we ease back on the throttle and drift into something more nostalgic… the golden age of airshows. Think roaring jet teams, packed crowd lines, and the kind of displays that made you stop and just feel aviation. But it’s not all rose-tinted—this episode digs into the reality of today’s display circuit and the steady decline of UK airshows, exploring what’s changed, what’s been lost, and whether there’s still hope on the horizon. To wrap it all up, we bring the energy back with Take Off Thursday – Week 11, highlighting standout aircraft, moments, or stories that deserve a spot on the runway of recognition. Whether you’re here for the news, the nostalgia, or that unmistakable sound of jet engines in your imagination, this episode’s got you covered. Strap in.
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April 26 · 1 hr 32 min
The Heart Of Britain
Today we start of by talking about recent events in the world, from Iran to space and space to weather, we covered it all. We then moved on the The Heart Of Britain being the Red Arrows where Joey discusses how they got him and his family into aviation and Olly discusses previous memories of them. Finally we finish off with Take-off Thursday announcements along with announcements from Hampshire and Midlands Air festivals respectively.
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April 19 · 1 hr 57 min
Natures Revenge
In this episode, we kick things off with the latest developments in the ongoing Iran conflict, breaking down what’s happening right now and why it matters globally. From escalating tensions to major disruptions like the Strait of Hormuz situation and continued military activity, we unpack the key headlines and their wider impact. We then head beyond Earth with our space segment, covering the latest mission updates, technological breakthroughs, and everything shaping the future of space exploration. Back on Earth, we move into the world of aviation, discussing recent industry news, aircraft developments, and noteworthy updates from across the skies. Next, we dive into our weather segment, taking a closer look at recent conditions, trends, and standout events affecting different parts of the world. Finally, we wrap things up with exciting airshow announcements, highlighting newly confirmed aircraft appearances and what aviation fans can look forward to in the upcoming display season.
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April 5 · 1 hr 28 min
To The Moon - Artemis II
Today we discuss the recent and so far successful Artemis II mission and all the dynamics around it. Joey informs us on many questions and we both hope you enjoy.
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April 1 · 1 hr 34 min
A Look Through The Lens - Part 2 (Photography + airshow announcements)
This is part 2 of "A Look Through The Lens" where we discuss our photography careers and futures, our hopes for the podcast and recent airshow aircraft announcements. We hope you enjoy our podcast as its the longest episode yet.
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March 30 · 55 min
A Look Through The Lens - Part 1 (The News)
This is Part 1 of "A look through the lens", where we go through recent aviation news and events. Part 2 will have us talking about photography and recent airshow announcements. This is the first time we have had to split an episode into 2 parts, due to the recording being over 3 hours long, it took over 6 hours in total, from rounding up all of the news, to prepping conversation topics. We hope you enjoy this episode, make sure to let us know on our instagram or tiktok if you prefer these longer episodes, as we usually aim for 1 hour total. Part 2 will release on Wednesday 1st April at 8pm.

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