Baggage Claim: An Unofficial Jet Lag: The Game Companion Podcast

Join three Jet Lag: The Game fans as we unpack the hijinks & gameplay in our favorite travel/game show.

34 | Tag 4 Ep. 6: RIP Sam (1998–2025)

It’s the finale! We unpack Tag strategies from across the season and Tags 1–3, rank the season’s best challenges, and play another roundup of One Star Reviews. — Find us online — Bluesky: baggageclaimpod.bsky.social Youtube: @BaggageClaimPod Email: baggageclaim.jltgpod@gmail.com— Credits —Created, hosted, edited, and produced by: • Casey R. (she/her/hers, enigmatic and mysterious) • Jaya N.S. (they/them/theirs, lives inside a rock) • Kyra R. (she/her/hers, allergic to social media)Music by Kevin MacLeod from the Free Music Archive— About us —Welcome to Baggage Claim, an analysis of the strategy and shenanigans in “Jet Lag: The Game” by three fans of the series. Every week during the season, we sit down to unpack strategic moves (and blunders), cheer on our favorite players, and play games about the game.— Chapters —00:00:00 Intro00:01:16 Recap00:04:40 Strat Chat00:21:49 Challenge Bracket00:36:47 One-Star Reviews00:44:38 Rose Bud Thorn00:37:19 Outro

10-29
48:36

33 | Tag 4 Ep. 5: I'm Just a Kid and Life is a Nightmare

With some new dynamics and strategic re-shuffling, the teams are off with a newfound sense of urgency! We discuss locating the chasers, juicing oranges, and inventing people. — Find us online — Bluesky: baggageclaimpod.bsky.social Youtube: @BaggageClaimPod Email: baggageclaim.jltgpod@gmail.com— Credits —Created, hosted, edited, and produced by: • Casey R. (she/her/hers, enigmatic and mysterious) • Jaya N.S. (they/them/theirs, lives inside a rock) • Kyra R. (she/her/hers, allergic to social media)Music by Kevin MacLeod from the Free Music Archive— About us —Welcome to Baggage Claim, an analysis of the strategy and shenanigans in “Jet Lag: The Game” by three fans of the series. Every week during the season, we sit down to unpack strategic moves (and blunders), cheer on our favorite players, and play games about the game.— Chapters —00:00:00 Intro00:06:26 Strat Chat00:17:13 Challengers00:24:30 Invent a Person00:29:44 Rose Bud Thorn00:33:21 Outro

10-22
34:50

31 | Tag 4 Ep. 3: The Blondes Get Left Behind

Things are heating up in Tag: All Stars! We discuss the third episode of the season, including grappling hooks, U-turns, and trains.— Find us online — Bluesky: baggageclaimpod.bsky.social Youtube: @BaggageClaimPod Email: baggageclaim.jltgpod@gmail.com— Credits —Created, hosted, edited, and produced by: • Casey R. (she/her/hers, enigmatic and mysterious) • Jaya N.S. (they/them/theirs, lives inside a rock) • Kyra R. (she/her/hers, allergic to social media)Music by Kevin MacLeod from the Free Music Archive— About us —Welcome to Baggage Claim, an analysis of the strategy and shenanigans in “Jet Lag: The Game” by three fans of the series. Every week during the season, we sit down to unpack strategic moves (and blunders), cheer on our favorite players, and play games about the game.— Chapters —00:00:00 Intro00:04:20 Recap00:08:04 Strat Chat00:16:31 U-Turn00:27:58 Swiss or Miss00:37:46 Rose Bud Thorn00:39:50 Outro

10-08
40:23

30 | Tag 4 Ep. 2: Ice Ice Baby

Join us as we unpack the second episode of Tag: All Stars! We discuss the strategies of the chaser teams, explore an alternate universe, and play a game of The Flight is Right.— Find us online — Bluesky: baggageclaimpod.bsky.social Youtube: @BaggageClaimPod Email: baggageclaim.jltgpod@gmail.com— Credits —Created, hosted, edited, and produced by: • Casey R. (she/her/hers, enigmatic and mysterious) • Jaya N.S. (they/them/theirs, lives inside a rock) • Kyra R. (she/her/hers, allergic to social media)Music by Kevin MacLeod from the Free Music Archive— About us —Welcome to Baggage Claim, an analysis of the strategy and shenanigans in “Jet Lag: The Game” by three fans of the series. Every week during the season, we sit down to unpack strategic moves (and blunders), cheer on our favorite players, and play games about the game.— Chapters —00:00:00 Intro00:04:49 Recap00:09:17 Strat Chat00:21:37 Jet Lag AU00:30:44 The Flight is Right00:39:16 Rose Bud Thorn00:42:16 Outro

10-01
43:33

29 | Tag 4 Ep. 1: The Real Housewives of Charleville-Mézières

We’re back, baby! Join us as we unpack the first episode of Tag: All Stars! We have a nice long jaunt through the Strat Chat, go down a bit of a Detour, and play a game about tag.— Find us online — Bluesky: baggageclaimpod.bsky.social Youtube: @BaggageClaimPod Email: baggageclaim.jltgpod@gmail.com— Credits —Created, hosted, edited, and produced by: • Casey R. (she/her/hers, enigmatic and mysterious) • Jaya N.S. (they/them/theirs, lives inside a rock) • Kyra R. (she/her/hers, allergic to social media)Music by Kevin MacLeod from the Free Music Archive— About us —Welcome to Baggage Claim, an analysis of the strategy and shenanigans in “Jet Lag: The Game” by three fans of the series. Every week during the season, we sit down to unpack strategic moves (and blunders), cheer on our favorite players, and play games about the game.— Chapters —00:00:00 Intro00:01:19 Recap00:06:00 Strat Chat00:19:29 The Detour00:28:58 Train of Lies00:37:31 Rose Bud Thorn

09-24
43:01

19 | SnaKe South Korea Ep. 6: Road Trip!

It’s the finale of SnaKe!! We reflect on the best and worst strategies of the season, compare this format with other round robins, and play another edition of One Star Reviews. See you in the offseason!— Find us online — Bluesky: baggageclaimpod.bsky.social Youtube: @BaggageClaimPod Email: baggageclaim.jltgpod@gmail.com— Credits —Created, hosted, edited, and produced by: • Casey R. (she/her/hers, enigmatic and mysterious) • Jaya N.S. (they/them/theirs, lives inside a rock) • Kyra R. (she/her/hers, allergic to social media)Music by Kevin MacLeod from the Free Music Archive— About us —Welcome to Baggage Claim, an analysis of the strategy and shenanigans in “Jet Lag: The Game” by three fans of the series. Every week during the season, we sit down to unpack strategic moves (and blunders), cheer on our favorite players, and play games about the game.— Chapters —00:00:00 Intro00:01:30 Recap00:04:22 Strat Chat00:14:52 Round Robin Recap00:20:06 One Star Reviews00:27:07 Rose Bud Thorn00:30:44 Outro

07-23
31:41

17 | SnaKe South Korea Ep. 4: It's Like Herding Adams

To battle challenge or not to battle challenge? We take a mid-season check-in of everyone’s strategies. Plus: Buldak translations destroy our minds.— Find us online — Bluesky: baggageclaimpod.bsky.social Youtube: @BaggageClaimPod Email: baggageclaim.jltgpod@gmail.com— Credits —Created, hosted, edited, and produced by: • Casey R. (she/her/hers, enigmatic and mysterious) • Jaya N.S. (they/them/theirs, lives inside a rock) • Kyra R. (she/her/hers, allergic to social media)Music by Kevin MacLeod from the Free Music Archive— About us —Welcome to Baggage Claim, an analysis of the strategy and shenanigans in “Jet Lag: The Game” by three fans of the series. Every week during the season, we sit down to unpack strategic moves (and blunders), cheer on our favorite players, and play games about the game.— Chapters —00:00:00 Intro00:02:09 Recap00:05:15 Strat Chat00:20:12 Cruising Altitude00:27:22 Buldak Translations00:33:10 Rose Bud Thorn00:36:22 Outro

07-09
37:16

16 | SnaKe South Korea Ep. 3: SnaKe a Leg

Should the snaker commit to the bit or maintain an escape route? What’s the true middle-est number? Who knows more facts about South Korean baseball? — Find us online — Bluesky: baggageclaimpod.bsky.social Youtube: @BaggageClaimPod Email: baggageclaim.jltgpod@gmail.com— Credits —Created, hosted, edited, and produced by: • Casey R. (she/her/hers, enigmatic and mysterious) • Jaya N.S. (they/them/theirs, lives inside a rock) • Kyra R. (she/her/hers, allergic to social media)Music by Kevin MacLeod from the Free Music Archive— About us —Welcome to Baggage Claim, an analysis of the strategy and shenanigans in “Jet Lag: The Game” by three fans of the series. Every week during the season, we sit down to unpack strategic moves (and blunders), cheer on our favorite players, and play games about the game.— Chapters —00:00:00 Intro00:01:22 Recap00:04:55 Strat Chat00:16:03 Challengers00:23:37 Train of Lies00:32:05 Rose Bud Thorn00:34:33 Outro

07-02
35:29

15 | SnaKe South Korea Ep. 2: YOLO

The D in 4D Chess stands for Denby! Will Sam’s snaker strategy lead to success? What’s Fact and what’s Fict-chicken? And introducing a new segment: Jet Lag Confessional! Find us onlineBluesky: baggageclaimpod.bsky.social Youtube: @BaggageClaimPod Email: baggageclaim.jltgpod@gmail.comCredits: Created, hosted, edited, and produced by: Casey R. (she/her/hers, enigmatic and mysterious)Jaya N.S. (they/them/theirs, lives inside a rock)Kyra R. (she/her/hers, allergic to social media)Music by Kevin MacLeod from the Free Music ArchiveAbout us: Welcome to Baggage Claim, an analysis of the strategy and shenanigans in “Jet Lag: The Game” by three fans of the series. Every week during the season, we sit down to unpack strategic moves (and blunders), cheer on our favorite players, and play games about the game.Chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction00:04:26 Strat Chat00:15:01 Jet Lag Confessional00:22:15 Fact or Fict-chicken00:31:06 Rose Bud Thorn00:33:33 Conclusion

07-02
35:09

14 | SnaKe South Korea Ep. 1: You Wouldn’t Milk a Pikachu

We’re back in season with SnaKe South Korea! With a cerebral game design and lots of strategies to chew through, we had so much to discuss. How should the snaker choose which path to take? How confident are the players in their predictions? What ancient game is the deadliest?Find us onlineBluesky: baggageclaimpod.bsky.social Youtube: @BaggageClaimPod Email: baggageclaim.jltgpod@gmail.comCredits: Created, hosted, edited, and produced by: Casey R. (she/her/hers, enigmatic and mysterious)Jaya N.S. (they/them/theirs, lives inside a rock)Kyra R. (she/her/hers, allergic to social media)Music by Kevin MacLeod from the Free Music ArchiveAbout us: Welcome to Baggage Claim, an analysis of the strategy and shenanigans in “Jet Lag: The Game” by three fans of the series. Every week during the season, we sit down to unpack strategic moves (and blunders), cheer on our favorite players, and play games about the game.Chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction00:01:46 Recap00:04:35 Strat Chat00:23:35 The Detour00:30:23 Ancient Games!00:41:58 Rose Bud Thorn00:45:19 Outro

06-18
46:09

8 | Hide & Seek NYC Ep. 2: The Snail of Wall Street

It’s the finale of Jet Lag’s two-part NYC special Hide & Seek round! What is a bug, really? Is prioritizing the end game the best hide and seek strategy? Plus: choo choo, the Train of Lies is pulling into the station!Find us onlineBluesky: baggageclaimpod.bsky.social Youtube: @BaggageClaimPod Email: baggageclaim.jltgpod@gmail.comCredits: Created, hosted, edited, and produced by: Casey R. (she/her/hers, enigmatic and mysterious)Jaya N.S. (they/them/theirs, lives inside a rock)Kyra R. (she/her/hers, allergic to social media)Music by Kevin MacLeod from the Free Music ArchiveAbout us: Welcome to Baggage Claim, an analysis of the strategy and shenanigans in “Jet Lag: The Game” by three fans of the series. Every week during the season, we sit down to unpack strategic moves (and blunders), cheer on our favorite players, and play games about the game.Chapters: 0:00:00 Intro00:02:14 Recap00:17:24 U-Turn00:27:22 Train of Lies00:37:19 Rose Bud Thorn00:39:44 Outro

05-07
40:28

7 | Hide & Seek NYC Ep. 1: Duck, Duck, BOOM!

Welcome to Baggage Claim’s coverage of the two-part mini-season, Hide & Seek in New York City! Where did Adam and Amy hide? Did Sam and Ben ask the right questions? Is ball life? Find us onlineBluesky: baggageclaimpod.bsky.social Youtube: @BaggageClaimPod Email: baggageclaim.jltgpod@gmail.comCredits: Created, hosted, edited, and produced by: Casey R. (she/her/hers, enigmatic and mysterious)Jaya N.S. (they/them/theirs, lives inside a rock)Kyra R. (she/her/hers, allergic to social media)Music by Kevin MacLeod from the Free Music ArchiveAbout us: Welcome to Baggage Claim, an analysis of the strategy and shenanigans in “Jet Lag: The Game” by three fans of the series. Every week during the season, we sit down to unpack strategic moves (and blunders), cheer on our favorite players, and play games about the game.Chapters: 00:00:00 Intro00:01:53 Recap00:05:08 Strat Chat00:14:15 Predictions00:22:09 New Dork City00:30:58 Rose Bud Thorn00:34:47 Conclusions

04-30
36:23

6 | Schengen Showdown Ep. 6: Everything is Awesome(!)(?)

It’s the finale! Which team’s strategy proved to be the path to success? What was the best challenge of the season? What’s the worst-reviewed place they went? Thanks for listening to our podcast this (first) season! Coverage of NYC Hide & Seek—and offseason episodes—coming soon!Find us onlineBluesky: baggageclaimpod.bsky.social Youtube: @BaggageClaimPod Email: baggageclaim.jltgpod@gmail.comCredits: Created, hosted, edited, and produced by: Casey R. (she/her/hers, enigmatic and mysterious)Jaya N.S. (they/them/theirs, lives inside a rock)Kyra R. (she/her/hers, allergic to social media)Music by Kevin MacLeod from the Free Music ArchiveAbout us: Welcome to Baggage Claim, an analysis of the strategy and shenanigans in “Jet Lag: The Game” by three fans of the series. Every week during the season, we sit down to unpack strategic moves (and blunders), cheer on our favorite players, and play games about the game.Chapters: 00:00:00 Intro00:04:59 Strat Chat00:18:15 Challenge Bracket00:31:23 One-Star Reviews00:37:21 Rose Bud Thorn00:42:32 Outro

04-16
44:04

5 | Schengen Showdown Ep. 5: A Christmas Rose By Any Other Name

Will Ben and Adam conjure an out-of-season flower to steal the Netherlands? How good are Sam and Tom at LEGOs? Plus: Predictions for Season 14: South Korea!Find us onlineBluesky: baggageclaimpod.bsky.social Youtube: @BaggageClaimPod Email: baggageclaim.jltgpod@gmail.comCredits: Created, hosted, edited, and produced by: Casey R. (she/her/hers, enigmatic and mysterious)Jaya N.S. (they/them/theirs, lives inside a rock)Kyra R. (she/her/hers, allergic to social media)Music by Kevin MacLeod from the Free Music ArchiveAbout us: Welcome to Baggage Claim, an analysis of the strategy and shenanigans in “Jet Lag: The Game” by three fans of the series. Every week during the season, we sit down to unpack strategic moves (and blunders), cheer on our favorite players, and play games about the game.Chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction00:03:01 Recap00:06:39 The Strat Chat00:14:17 The Detour00:20:35 Game, Set, Match!00:27:00 Rose Thorn Bud Seed (!)00:32:36 Outro

04-12
33:26

4 | Schengen Showdown Ep. 4: A Biblically Accurate Snack Zone

Which team has the better strategy coming into the midpoint of the game? Who will pull ahead from the current tie? Was this the greatest Snack Zone intro of all time?Find us onlineBluesky: baggageclaimpod.bsky.social Youtube: @BaggageClaimPod Email: baggageclaim.jltgpod@gmail.comCredits: Created, hosted, edited, and produced by: Casey R. (she/her/hers, enigmatic and mysterious)Jaya N.S. (they/them/theirs, lives inside a rock)Kyra R. (she/her/hers, allergic to social media)Music by Kevin MacLeod from the Free Music ArchiveAbout us: Welcome to Baggage Claim, an analysis of the strategy and shenanigans in “Jet Lag: The Game” by three fans of the series. Every week during the season, we sit down to unpack strategic moves (and blunders), cheer on our favorite players, and play games about the game.Chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction00:03:46 Strat Chat00:11:07 Cruising Altitude00:18:39 Chair or Swear00:22:18 Rose Bud Thorn

04-03
25:40

3 | Schengen Showdown Ep. 3: Timer? I hardly know her!

 Which team has the better strategy for claiming and locking countries? Will we get abducted by UFOs on the Train of Lies? How fast could YOU name 100 women? Find us onlineBluesky: baggageclaimpod.bsky.social Youtube: @BaggageClaimPod Email: baggageclaim.jltgpod@gmail.comCredits: Created, hosted, edited, and produced by: Casey R. (she/her/hers, enigmatic and mysterious)Jaya N.S. (they/them/theirs, lives inside a rock)Kyra R. (she/her/hers, allergic to social media)Music by Kevin MacLeod from the Free Music ArchiveAbout us: Welcome to Baggage Claim, an analysis of the strategy and shenanigans in “Jet Lag: The Game” by three fans of the series. Every week during the season, we sit down to unpack strategic moves (and blunders), cheer on our favorite players, and play games about the game. 

04-02
30:36

2 | Schengen Showdown Ep. 2: Bitter Sweet Symphony

Can Ben and Adam pull off another scoop? Is it so over for Sam and Tom? Whose musical talents will reign supreme?Find us onlineBluesky: baggageclaimpod.bsky.social Youtube: @BaggageClaimPod Email: baggageclaim.jltgpod@gmail.comCredits: Created, hosted, edited, and produced by: Casey R. (she/her/hers, enigmatic and mysterious)Jaya N.S. (they/them/theirs, lives inside a rock)Kyra R. (she/her/hers, allergic to social media)Music by Kevin MacLeod from the Free Music ArchiveAbout us: Welcome to Baggage Claim, an analysis of the strategy and shenanigans in “Jet Lag: The Game” by three fans of the series. Every week during the season, we sit down to unpack strategic moves (and blunders), cheer on our favorite players, and play games about the game.  Chapters: 00:01:34 Recap00:04:19 The Strat Chat00:15:54 WWBCAUJLTGCPD00:18:58 Train Of Lies00:27:56 Rose Bud Thorn00:30:40 Outro

03-26
31:10

1 | Schengen Showdown Ep. 1: Tom Scott Gets Censored

Welcome to Baggage Claim, an analysis of the strategy and shenanigans in Jet Lag The Game Season 13 Episode 1. What was the best opening move for Schengen Showdown? Why did Ben and Adam take the secret third option to Zurich? Who do we think will get Deutsche Bahned first?Find us onlineBluesky: baggageclaimpod.bsky.social Email: baggageclaim.jltgpod@gmail.comCredits: Created, hosted, edited, and produced by: Casey R. (she/her/hers, enigmatic and mysterious)Jaya N.S. (they/them/theirs, lives inside a rock)Kyra R. (she/her/hers, allergic to social media)Music by Kevin MacLeod from the Free Music ArchiveAbout us: Baggage Claim is a podcast by three “Jet Lag: The Game” fans about the hijinks and gameplay of the series. Every episode during the season, we sit down to unpack strategic moves (and blunders) and cheer on our favorite players. We also play games sometimes.Timestamps:00:00:15 Introduction00:01:34 Episode recap00:03:38 The Strat Chat00:14:06 The Detour00:22:12 Season predictions00:28:35 Conclusions

03-25
34:07

37 | Tag 1 Ep. 2: Chekhov’s Ferry

We’re continuing our offseason rewatch of Season 3: Tag Eur It! In this episode, we debate vetoes, detour on the ferry, and check out some fancy hotels.— Find us online — Bluesky: baggageclaimpod.bsky.social Youtube: @BaggageClaimPod Email: baggageclaim.jltgpod@gmail.com— Credits —Created, hosted, edited, and produced by: • Casey R. (she/her/hers, enigmatic and mysterious) • Jaya N.S. (they/them/theirs, lives inside a rock) • Kyra R. (she/her/hers, allergic to social media)Music by Kevin MacLeod from the Free Music Archive— About us —Welcome to Baggage Claim, an analysis of the strategy and shenanigans in “Jet Lag: The Game” by three fans of the series. Every week during the season, we sit down to unpack strategic moves (and blunders), cheer on our favorite players, and play games about the game.— Chapters —00:00:00 Intro00:05:23 Strat Chat00:14:04 The Detour00:17:07 Too Nice A Price?00:32:23 Rose Thorn Bloom00:34:56 Outro

11-19
35:47

36 | Tag 1 Ep. 1: Hunted By Men For Sport

On the heels of Tag All Stars, we are rewatching Season 3: Tag Eur It this offseason! We take a look back at early strategies, debate vetoes and curses, and play a game about crime.— Find us online — Bluesky: baggageclaimpod.bsky.social Youtube: @BaggageClaimPod Email: baggageclaim.jltgpod@gmail.com— Credits —Created, hosted, edited, and produced by: • Casey R. (she/her/hers, enigmatic and mysterious) • Jaya N.S. (they/them/theirs, lives inside a rock) • Kyra R. (she/her/hers, allergic to social media)Music by Kevin MacLeod from the Free Music Archive— About us —Welcome to Baggage Claim, an analysis of the strategy and shenanigans in “Jet Lag: The Game” by three fans of the series. Every week during the season, we sit down to unpack strategic moves (and blunders), cheer on our favorite players, and play games about the game.— Chapters —00:00:00 Intro00:03:18 Recap00:06:43 Strat Chat00:17:50 WWBCAUJLTGCPD00:21:42 Criminal Finds00:30:05 Rose Bud Thorn

11-12
34:56

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