Podcast
July 17, 2024
5 Tactics To Save $50k/yr (Lower Taxes, Free Travel, Waived Fees & More)
#184: Sharing five tactics I've used recently to maximize points, lower property taxes, cut credit card annual fees, get a free companion pass, and earn thousands of dollars through bank and brokerage bonuses. Partner Deals …
July 10, 2024
Debunking the Biggest Parenting Myths with Emily Oster
#183: Economist Emily Oster uses data to challenge and debunk common parenting beliefs and shares data-driven strategies for parents to make more informed and confident decisions. We also cover data on polarizing topics like…
July 3, 2024
Shortcuts to Elite Travel Status with Greg the Frequent Miler
#182: We share 10+ insider secrets and shortcuts to earning elite status with airlines and hotels. We cover the basics of elite status and how to leverage credit cards, points and miles, and status matches to maximize travel…
June 26, 2024
Making an Easy $3k/mo from Online Deals with Kai
#181: Learn the profitable side hustle of turning everyday deals into a reliable income stream. Chris and Kai explore an unconventional approach to maximize savings, leveraging brokerage bonuses, meal kits, cell phones, buyi…
June 19, 2024
Stocks vs. Real Estate: What’s the Best Investment to Build Wealth?
#180: Chris hosts a debate about whether stock investing or real estate is the faster path to wealth. He's joined by experts from The Motley Fool and BiggerPockets who dive into tax advantages, cash flow potential, long-term…
June 15, 2024
Travel Wisdom from the World’s Most Traveled Man (Harry Mitsidis)
#179: The world’s most traveled man, Harry Mitsidis shares his wisdom on the transformative benefits of travel. He provides insights on planning trips for the best experiences, shares his favorite destinations and highlights…
June 12, 2024
How a Simple Change Can Improve Your Health, Sleep and More with James Nestor
#178: Bestselling author James Nestor reveals how improper breathing can lead to health issues that include poor sleep, asthma, chronic congestion, ADHD, and anxiety. He shares research-backed techniques to identify and corr…
June 5, 2024
Best Bank Account Setup to Earn Interest on All Your Cash
#177: Chris shares the best accounts to replace your checking account and maximize interest earning. He evaluates must-have banking features, compares 10+ bank accounts, assesses the pros and cons of switching accounts, offe…
May 29, 2024
Redeeming Points and Miles for Max Value (and What Not To Do!) with Nick Reyes
#176: Chris and Nick share the strategies you need to know to easily get the most value out of your points and miles. They discuss the best and worst redemption options, transferring points, optimal ways to structure a trip,…
May 28, 2024
Monday Musings: Latest Deals, Summer Award Travel, Father's Day Gift Ideas, Calling 911 and More
#175: Host Chris Hutchins shares his latest deals, advice on booking summer travel with points, some father’s day gift ideas, a family health update and more. Resources Mentioned Chris's Newsletter Latest Deals Bilt Rewards …
May 22, 2024
Secrets of Success in Life and Work with Legendary Silicon Valley Investor Andy Rachleff
#174: Legendary investor Andy Rachleff shares invaluable lessons to accelerate your personal and professional growth. He explores how success can be achieved through the power of intellectual curiosity, non-consensus thinkin…
May 18, 2024
Digital Wallet Security and Credit Score Myth Debunking with NerdWallet's Smart Money
#173: Today I’m sharing an episode of NerdWallet’s Smart Money Podcast, where hosts Sean and Sara address the safety and privacy concerns of digital wallets and debunk common credit score myths. They highlight the importance…
May 15, 2024
Is Renting Actually Better Than Buying a Home with Katie Gatti Tassin
#172: Today we go deep on the dilemma of renting vs. buying a home. Joined by Katie Gatti Tassin, we'll discuss current market dynamics, debunk misconceptions about homeownership, and provide insights to help you navigate th…
May 8, 2024
Secrets of Super Achievers: Learning the 10x Growth Mindset with Dr Benjamin Hardy
#171: Organizational psychologist Benjamin Hardy explores the power of a 10x growth mindset, highlighting how you can achieve more in one week than most people do in one year. He explores the core principles of 10x and the ‘…
May 1, 2024
Cash Back vs. Points: Are We Doing It All Wrong?
#170: Chris makes a case for cash back in your credit card strategy based on some recent changes in the points and miles world. He goes deep on strategies for every spending category and shares his analysis of how to optimiz…
April 24, 2024
Using Radical Candor to Strengthen Relationships at Work and Home with Kim Scott
#169: Bestselling author Kim Scott highlights the impact of using radical candor to maintain better relationships at work and home. She shares tactics to solicit feedback, overcome the discomfort of giving and receiving crit…
April 17, 2024
Building an Investment Portfolio to Grow and Protect Your Wealth with Chris Doyle
#168: Former portfolio manager Chris Doyle joins to discuss strategic ways to build and manage your investment portfolio. They do a deep dive on diversification, tax-award allocation, capacity and tolerance for risk, tax-los…
April 13, 2024
Best Tools for Booking Hotels with Points & Miles with Greg the Frequent Miler
#167: Points and miles experts Greg Davis-Kean and Chris discuss how you can optimize hotel award search tool features to save money and get the best deal for your next hotel booking. They also offer tips to get perks like c…
April 10, 2024
Best Award Search Tools for Booking Flights with Points & Miles with Greg the Frequent Miler
#166: Award search pros Greg Davis-Kean and Chris share insider tips to save hundreds (or thousands) of dollars when utilizing points and miles to book flights. They showcase practical use cases to help evaluate the pros and…
April 3, 2024
Reverse Aging and Live Longer with Bryan Johnson
#165: Bryan Johnson shares takeaways from his $2M longevity project, Blueprint. He and Chris discuss ways to utilize the power of sleep, food, supplements, and fitness to help reverse the aging process and achieve optimal he…
March 27, 2024
Earn Points Paying Taxes with a Credit Card (+ Latest Deals/News)
#164: Chris shares a unique way to earn points: using your credit card to pay taxes. He outlines the various options available to help you evaluate whether it’s worth paying taxes on your credit card. Chris also shares the l…
March 23, 2024
My New Routine, Timeshare Pitches, and Podcast Plans for 2024
#163: Chris shares a new daily habit he's adopted and his experience with a timeshare pitch during a recent trip to Mexico. He also shares some results from the podcast survey and some plans for the podcast in 2024. Partner …
March 20, 2024
The Science-Based Tactics of Persuasion with Daniel Pink
#162: Bestselling author Daniel Pink shares science-based tactics to become a better persuader, whether its to sell a product, motivate yourself, or write an email pitch. This episode also addresses the misconception of coer…
March 13, 2024
Buying, Selling, Leasing and Trading In Cars with Car Dealership Guy
#161: Yossi Levi ( Car Dealership Guy ) shares how to get the best deal when buying or selling your car in the today's market. His insights on interest rates, dealerships, and online services will help you navigate buying ne…