Hear what United Airlines is doing to inspire passengers to use headphones

from Weekend Edition Saturday · host Scott Simon

Tired of listening to other people's music, shows, and phone conversations in flight, the people at United Airlines have written a rule that lets them kick you off the plane if you don't put on headphones.

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