Best Frequent Miler Podcasts (2025)

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100K Vacay: Resetting the odds due to transfer bonuses | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep322 | 9-5-25 1:46:43

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In today's podcast episode, Kathy tells us why the Frequent Miler team challenges are her favorite time of the year, and we discuss how transfer bonuses have already changed the 100K Vacay game. Giant Mailbag (01:50) - Two listeners share their experiences with the recent cancellation of the Honolulu to Boston route through Hawaiian Airlines. (09:1…

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132. From Frustration to $150K in Points Redemptions 1:03:57

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What does it really look like to transform your travel with credit card points? In this special episode, you’ll hear directly from Dr. Faryal Michaud, a past Points Made Easy student who went from feeling confused and frustrated by points to booking over $150,000 worth of award travel. From Qsuites to the Maldives, South Africa, Tahiti, and beyond,…

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How I Saved $10,000+ on Luxury Hotels 57:56

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#244: I'll explain how I saved over $10k on luxury hotels in Costa Rica and Carmel Valley using points, free nights, and elite perks. I’ll walk you through every step, from how to book with points, when to buy them on sale, how to stack hotel credits, which hotel programs give you upgrades and free breakfast, and more! Link to Full Show Notes: http…

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Cash or Miles? The 2025 Points Valuations That Could Change How You Travel 42:36

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Get fresh NerdWallet data on what your points and miles are really worth in 2025 — and why the answer might change how you book travel. Should you take a $650 flight voucher or 32,500 miles? How much are your points and miles actually worth? Hosts Sally French and Meghan Coyle break down the latest NerdWallet valuations to help you make smarter red…

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Preparing for the Sapphire Reserve® 10/26 transition | Coffee Break Ep69 | 9-2-25 19:24

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Back in June, Chase released an updated version of the Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card. Those who already had the card before that date found themselves in a sort of limbo with the old features of the card, and with new features set to trigger on October 26th. If that's you, here are some things you may want to do to prepare for that upcoming transiti…

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131. Unpopular Opinion: Top 5 Reasons You Should Book Travel Through a Credit Card Travel Portal 41:07

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Think booking through your credit card travel portal is always a mistake? Not so fast. Last week, I shared five reasons why you’ll want to avoid making travel bookings through your credit card portal. But that’s not the whole story. There are also situations where using your card’s travel portal can be the smarter move. In this episode, I’m breakin…

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American Airlines AAdvantage vs Alaska Atmos | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep321 | 8-29-25 1:22:17

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In this podcast episode, we'll talk about Frontier's Million Mile Match, we'll get tripped up by The Seattle Seahawks 12s, and we'll debate which loyalty program is better: American Airlines' AAdvantage program or Alaska's Atmos program. Giant Mailbag (01:26) - Lisa gives us an update about the question of whether or not she had a no-show fee when …

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Smarter Strategies for Retirement, Wealth Building, and Taxes with Michael Kitces 59:45

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#243: Discover smarter strategies to grow your wealth and create financial flexibility. We dive into when it makes sense to invest beyond retirement accounts, how to access savings early through Roth conversions and 72(t) distributions, ways to reduce taxes with HSAs, tax-advantaged accounts, and charity, and so much more. Michael Kitces is the Hea…

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Airport Lounge Access, Family Award Travel, and Cruise Savings: Your Questions Answered 28:49

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Learn how to get into airport lounges, stretch rewards for family travel, and score the best cruise deals from New York. How can you get into airport lounges if you don’t have elite status? What’s the cheapest way to book a cruise from New York? Hosts Sally French and Meghan Coyle dig into your questions about airport lounges, family travel, cruise…

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Alaska’s intriguing premium rewards card | Coffee Break Ep68 | 8-26-25 19:59

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Alaska's out with a new premium card: The Atmos™ Rewards Ascent Visa Signature® Card. In today's podcast episode, we'll talk about what we like and dislike about it. Alaska’s intriguing premium rewards card (00:31) - Atmos Rewards Summit Visa Infinite card quick details You can read more about this card here: https://frequentmiler.com/alaska-summit…

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130. Top 5 Reasons to Avoid Booking Travel Through Credit Card Travel Portals 39:06

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If there’s one thing nearly every points traveler has done at least once, it’s book a flight, hotel, or car rental directly through their credit card’s online travel portal. With promises of 5x, 8x, even 12x bonus points, it can feel like the obvious choice. But as I share in today’s episode, those tempting multipliers often come at a serious cost—…

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7 Big Atmos Oddities (Alaska's new rewards program) | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep320 | 8-22-25 1:24:24

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In today's podcast episode, we unlock the LifeMiles mystery, look at Etihad's magical mystery refund policy, and examine 7 surprising oddities of Alaska's new rewards program, "Atmos". Giant Mailbag (02:02) - LifeMiles cancellations Card News (11:23) - Chase will be ending the ability to transfer Ultimate Rewards Points to Emirates Skywards as of 1…

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How to Pay for Study Abroad and Save Overseas (Plus: Alaska Airlines’ New Rewards Program and Premium Travel Card) 32:34

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Budget smarter for study abroad and learn how to cover costs with scholarships, aid, and credit cards. Plus: get the inside scoop on Alaska Airlines’ new premium airline credit card. Can you save money by studying abroad? What scholarships and financial aid can actually cover international programs? Hosts Sally French and Meghan Coyle discuss the c…

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Deep Dive on Capital One Credit Cards and Miles (+ Why I Love Them) 1:03:56

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#242: Chris dives into the Capital One credit card lineup, breaking down earning structures for miles and cash back, exciting benefits, and redemption strategies. He also covers the best 2-card combo, transfer partners, important application rules, and more. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/capital-one-credit-cards-miles-guide Par…

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$900 Platinum card. Worth it? | Coffee Break Ep67 | 8-19-25 20:21

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Another day, another premium credit card is making changes - this time, we've heard rumors that the Amex Platinum and Amex Business Platinum cards are both getting increased annual fees and other changes. $900 Platinum card. Worth it? (00:24) - Expensive changes are coming for Amex Platinum and Amex Business Platinum cards (01:47) - Some changes on…

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129. Fan Favorite: The Psychology of Learning & Mastering Points Travel 29:49

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In this week’s episode, we’re re-airing a fan favorite that so many listeners have loved and revisited. If you missed it the first time, or just need a refresher, this is one you don’t want to skip. I love discussing discrete award travel topics like individual rewards credit cards and how best to leverage them, or the specific airlines and hotels …

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Marriott's rumored business cards | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep319 | 8-15-25 1:33:50

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In today's podcast episode, we'll talk about whether or not Hertz will put Nick in jail, how Greg's British Airways flight was saved by Delta, and Marriott's "Brilliant" potential new business card line-up. Giant Mailbag (03:02) - Catch Greg on these podcasts: Chris Hutchins / All the Hacks: Top Airline & Hotel Transfer Partners to Maximize Your Po…

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Earn More Points with New Cards, Bonuses, and Challenges in 2025 56:42

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#241: We cover new credit cards, increased welcome bonuses, and major changes to existing cards and their benefits. Plus, learn how to rack up thousands of points through airline and hotel challenges and giveaways. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/new-cards-increased-offers-points-challenges Partner Deals Copilot Money: Free 2 mon…

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Pack Smarter, Spend Less: How to Travel Light Without Losing Comfort 26:04

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Learn how to pack smarter and lighter with actionable tips to save money, avoid fees, and travel stress-free. What travel gear can you stop packing to cut costs? How much money can you save by packing your luggage the right way? Hosts Sally French and Meghan Coyle discuss smart packing tips that could have a real impact on your travel spending. But…

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Is the Grand Hyatt Kauai worth 45K? | Ask Us Anything Ep78 | 8-12-25 55:49

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Is the Grand Hyatt Kauai worth 45K? We answered this and many other questions on the Ask Us Anything hosted live on YouTube on August 6th, 2025. (00:42) - How do you typically like to get around a city that you’re visiting, especially internationally? Are you more likely to take a taxi or Uber to get to places, take public transit, or do you prefer…

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128. The New Citi Strata Elite: Game Changer or Missed Opportunity? 35:58

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If a $595 annual fee premium credit card hits the market, should it automatically earn a place in your wallet? In this episode, I take a detailed look at Citi’s newest addition to the transferable points landscape: the Citi Strata Elite Card. From its standard 80,000-point welcome bonus to the elevated 100,000-point offer available through certain …

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The Rental Car Game | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep318 | 8-8-25 1:14:42

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In today's podcast episode, we'll talk about Bonvoying Barclays, we'll discuss which Premium cards are keepers, then share everything we know about car rentals. Giant Mailbag (01:08) - One listener tells us how he Bonvoyed Barclays Main Event: The Rental Car Game (04:09) - Why don't we talk much about car rentals? (06:23) - Always join the car rent…

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Lost Bag Bailout: How Travel Insurance and Credit Cards Can Save You Thousands 35:16

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Handle lost luggage like a pro with tips for getting reimbursed and packing smarter to avoid future headaches. What should you do when your luggage disappears on an international trip? Which credit cards and travel insurance policies actually help when this happens? Hosts Sally French and Meghan Coyle discuss Meghan’s real-life saga of lost luggage…

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Top Airline & Hotel Transfer Partners to Maximize Your Points with Greg the Frequent Miler 1:27:29

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#240: Transferring points is one of the best ways to maximize your points, so today we share the top airline and hotel transfer partners. We also cover strategies to get the most out of your points, including how to leverage transfer bonuses, identify sweet spots, avoid common mistakes, and more. Greg Davis-Kean is the founder of Frequent Miler, a …

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Will AA devalue now that Citi transfers to AA? | Coffee Break Ep66 | 8-5-25 21:10

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Citi now offers a way to transfer points 1 to 1 to American Airlines, which has many predicting an AA devaluation is on the horizon. In this podcast episode, we'll discuss this concern. (00:44) - Why are we so excited about transfers to American Airlines? (04:06) - A devaluation assumes a flood of AA miles, but... Citi points are not that easy to g…

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127. Lounge Access Update: Credit Card Changes, Perks & Picks with Traci Siegel 48:27

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If you’ve ever been confused about airport lounge access—what counts, what’s changed, and what’s still worth it—you’re not alone. In this episode, I welcome back guest Traci Siegel for an updated look at lounge access using rewards credit cards in 2025. We unpack the biggest changes to credit card lounge access this year, including new restrictions…

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Citi Strata Elite: the good, bad, and ugly | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep317 | 8-1-25 1:17:07

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In this podcast episode, we'll talk about how US Bank is bonvoying grandfathers and US Bank's plans to add transfer partners. We'll also talk about who the Citi Strata Elite card is good for. Giant Mailbag (01:40) - This listener has tips about their strategy when a flight becomes available for a lesser mileage price... Card News (05:50) - Citi now…

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Mini Retirements: How to Take a Break Sooner That Could Also Boost Your Career and Income with Jillian Johnsrud 1:00:36

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#239: Why wait until you're 65? It's feasible for almost anyone to take a mini retirement and when done right, it can also fast-track your career and income. Learn how to plan one, negotiate time off, manage costs, avoid pitfalls, and make it work if you’re self-employed. Plus, we share tips for handling health insurance and other logistics during …

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Your Travel Credit Card Questions Answered: What to Keep, What to Add, and When to Redeem 34:10

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Optimize your travel rewards strategy with the latest card and perk updates, smart downgrade-and-reapply moves, and tips for combining and redeeming points for maximum value. Hosts Sally French and Meghan Coyle answer listener questions to help you travel smarter. But first, they share a ton of recent credit card news, including Citi launching a pr…

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How to apply for the Strata Elite 100,000 point offer | Coffee Break Ep65 | 7-29-25 6:26

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Citi's new $595 card may or may not be right for you, but a 100K bonus is hard to resist, especially now that Citi transfers to AA. The 100K bonus isn't the only offer out there right now, though, so we'll talk about how to make sure you can apply for the Strata Elite 100,000 point offer specifically. How to apply for the Strata Elite 100,000 point…

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126. How Much Is a Point Really Worth? A Deep Dive with Frequent Miler’s Greg Davis-Kean 54:43

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If you’ve ever hesitated before transferring points—or wondered if a redemption was “good enough”—this is the episode you’ve been waiting for. In this conversation with Greg Davis-Kean (a.k.a. Frequent Miler), we unpack how to think more strategically about the value of your points. Whether you’re sitting on a big stash or navigating your first tra…

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3 new ways to earn transferable points | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep316 | 7-25-25 1:23:10

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In today's podcast episode, we'll talk about how JetBlue bonvoyed Nick, how Accor bonvoyed Greg, and finally, two new transferable points programs and a new credit card that allows us to earn transferable points. Giant Mailbag (00:58) - "I've noticed that you love to be underwhelmed by the Amex Green card. In your recent episode about travel cards,…

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18 Tactics for Booking Travel with Points & Miles 54:44

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#238: Chris shares 18 tactics he’s used to get the best deals booking flights and hotels with points. Learn how to leverage flexibility, navigate transfer partners, use the right tools, identify “sweet spots,” avoid high fees, position flights, and so much more. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/18-tactics-for-booking-award-travel …

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New Consumer Protections Could Save You Hundreds on Your Next Flight 33:57

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Learn how new consumer protections can help you get refunds, rebook faster, and stress less when you fly. What protections do you have if your flight is delayed, canceled, or your bag goes missing? How do you know if your airline will rebook you or leave you stranded? Hosts Sally French and Meghan Coyle dive into a new report revealing which airlin…

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Do you lose your points when you cancel your credit card? | Coffee Break Ep64 | 7-22-25 17:57

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Today, we'll talk about how to make sure you don't lose your points when you cancel a credit card. Since this varies by bank or points-type, we'll discuss tips for each situation. Do you lose your points when you cancel your credit card? (00:37) - Airline and Hotel cards... no, you won't lose your points. (02:32) - Bank cards... yes, you could lose…

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125. Maximizing the Citi Ecosystem with Dr. Suzy Spadafora 59:22

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Ever feel like Citi cards get overlooked in points conversations? If you’ve written off Citi’s ecosystem—or just haven’t known how to make it work for your travel goals—this episode is full of smart, real-life strategy. Dr. Suzy Spadafora returns to discuss the strengths (and limitations) of the Citi points ecosystem. From the points earning cards …