A heartfelt episode exploring how travelers and employees at the world’s busiest airport find joy during stressful times. We’ll hear from a father of three making his way through ATL. LaTonya and family, including her veteran father and faith-driven mother, share their stories. Finally, we’ll introduce you to Odetta, a 9/11 survivor who reveals her life-altering experience at the World Trade Center and her decision to move from New York to Atlanta, find a new home, and pursue her dreams. The resilience, gratitude, and power of connection in the human condition are shared by the guests during this season of joy.

ATL’s staffers who produce, edit, interview, and host the podcast are a dynamic collection of individuals who are thrilled to tell the story of the world’s busiest airport. Hear from them as they describe their backgrounds, hobbies, and experiences that play a role into the creation of Under The Canopy.

We will also introduce you to Jenn Cornell (@jenncello on social media), one of the talented musicians who creates a pleasant and welcoming atmosphere for ATL’s thousands of daily guests. Jenn’s segment includes a cello performance and a description of the unique nature of entertaining an audience at an airport.

Join hosts Alnissa Ruiz-Craig, Herschel Grangent, Jr., and Andrew Gobeil for the inaugural episode of Under the Canopy. This episode features an in-depth description of the multi-billion-dollar capital improvement plan dubbed ATLNext. Frank Rucker, ATL's Senior Deputy General Manager for Infrastructure, shares the latest information about the revolutionary construction process used to expand Concourse D. The episode also features what is sure to be one of the most enjoyable segments of Under the Canopy, Ask ATL, where we will answer intriguing questions from passengers, airline crew, and staff on topics like concessions, airfield operations, and how runways receive numeric designations.

(1:37) What's Under The Canopy about?

(2:59) Ask ATL.... a passenger has a question about how runways are numbered

(4:35) ATL's Senior Deputy General Manager Frank Rucker discusses the ongoing billion-dollar construction projects happening at the airport dubbed "ATL Next"

(8:40) Go inside the Concourse D widening project

(16:00) A review of several other future airport construction projects

(24:00) How will technology impact the future of airport travel and ATL

(29:00) Ask ATL... a passenger has questions about Chick-Fil-A and a pilot has a question about the taxi area

Welcome to "Under The Canopy," an exciting new podcast that takes you behind the scenes at the world's busiest airport—Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Each episode features captivating interviews and stories from the people who power this bustling hub, contributing to its seamless operations and success. Whether you're a traveler, an avgeek, or simply curious about the inner workings of a major airport, this podcast is sure to inform, educate, and entertain you. Join us monthly for new episodes as we explore the dynamic world of an airport that serves over 100 million passengers each year.