Earn miles without flying. Frequent Miler is all about getting the most out of the loyalty game. You can easily earn hundreds of thousands of points and miles without traveling, then learn how to use those points towards luxury travel. In this podcast, Frequent Miler founder Greg, and senior author Nick debate current topics in the points & miles world.
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Planning your next vacation? Before you budget, learn how to get the most out of your travel dollars with Smart Travel. NerdWallet’s trusted travel experts, Sally French and Meghan Coyle, are here to help your travel dollars work even harder. But the travel Nerds don’t just make recommendations; they break down the latest travel details, exploring the pros and cons of specific strategies, practical tools, and tactics. Dive deep with the experts as they lay out all the options so you can fina ...
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Learn all the hacks to upgrade your life, money and travel – all while spending less and saving more. Host Chris Hutchins is a life hacker who has saved millions by breaking down every aspect of life, looking to maximize happiness at the lowest cost. Chris and guests like Tim Ferriss, Tony Hawk, Codie Sanchez and Gary Vaynerchuk will help you learn the strategies and tactics they used to shape their success.
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Frequent Miler origin story - Tim's story | Coffee Break Ep57 | 5-27-25
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36:27We've been gradually telling the "origin stories" of each team member in Frequent mIler. Today, we'll talk about how Tim came to join Frequent Miler. (00:52) - How did Tim get started in miles and points? (02:12) - Around 16 or 17, Tim and his brother planned out a series of roadtrips to try to see beyond their Midwestern home. (06:24) - To prepare…
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Understanding and Improving Your Gut Health with Dr. Robynne Chutkan
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1:08:51#229: Your gut is the engine of your entire body, so today we break down how to keep it running smoothly with practical, evidence-backed tips. We cover the gut’s powerful role in digestion, immunity, and brain health while challenging common misconceptions about reflux, probiotics, and more. Dr. Robynne Chutkan is a board-certified integrative gast…
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How to Plan an Itinerary That Saves Money, Avoids Crowds, and Unlocks Hidden Gems
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31:40Learn how to plan travel itineraries that save you money, skip tourist traps, and make the most of your points. How can you plan a travel itinerary that saves money without missing out? What travel credit cards are worth it if you don’t want to pay an annual fee? Hosts Sally French and Meghan Coyle talk about how to plan a smart, budget-conscious t…
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The end of the points & miles game? | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep307 | 5-23-25
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1:25:03This week we'll lean about the "ultimate life hack", we'll gripe about how we're being Bonvoyed every which way, and we'll debate: is the points and miles game dead? (01:14) - Listeners respond to our "Points for the next generation" podcast Ep306 with some great life hacks... You can find our "Points for the next generation" podcast Ep306 here. (0…
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Deep Dive on Citi Credit Cards and ThankYou Points (Best 2-Card Combo)
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1:00:48228: A deep dive into Citi’s credit card lineup. I've recently opened up a few Citi cards and am very excited about sharing the best Citi cards, how to maximize ThankYou Points, the best airline and hotel transfer partners, and how Citi’s best two-card combo stacks up against other major issuers. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/c…
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Disney Done Right: When to Go, What to Skip, and How to Save at Disney Parks
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28:57Get the most out of your next Disney trip with tips for saving on tickets, spending less time in lines, and finding legitimate discounts. When is the cheapest time to go to Disney parks? How can you save money and avoid long lines once you're there? Hosts Sally French and Meghan Coyle talk all things Disney, including when to go, how to find legit …
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Hashing out Hilton's Devaluation | Coffee Break Ep56 | 5-20-25
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20:49Without warning, Hilton increased its top standard room rate for many hotels, which follows a big increase in December last year. Most increased around 5K points, but some much more, especially at the high end. (00:27) - Hilton increased top standard room rate for many hotels, which follows a big increase in December last year (05:23) - A few examp…
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Points for the next generation | Frequent miler on the Air Ep306 | 5-16-25
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1:50:26In today's episode we'll talk about how you can still book Emirate first class awards, we'll discuss Spirit Airlines is going premium, and we'll look at how you can prepare your kids for points and miles. (01:29) - Does anyone else feel like American Express' customer service is above and beyond the rest? (09:33) - Chase Instacart benefits on many …
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The Path to Becoming an Expert in Points & Miles with Devon Gimbel
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1:11:18#227: An actionable 4-step framework to master points and miles while maximizing personal value. We cover high-yield earning strategies like paying processing fees, bulk ordering, and leveraging business expenses, plus tactics for scaling award travel for multiple people. We also explore alternate pathways to earn and redeem points without chasing …
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The Benefits of Award Search Tools and When They’re Worth Paying For
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34:19Learn how to use award search tools, when it’s worth it to pay for one, and how to use alerts and filters to save time and get better redemptions. What are the best tools to find award flight availability using points or miles? Is it worth paying for premium travel tools to simplify the booking process? Hosts Sally French and Meghan Coyle discuss t…
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How to use that 100K bonus, and which vacation home platform rules? | Ask Us Anything Ep75 | 5-7-25
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49:44How would we use that 100K bonus, and which vacation home rental platform has the best value? We answered these questions and more on the Ask Us Anything hosted live on YouTube on May 7th, 2025. (03:54) - Hi! Q for Stephen: what’s your credit card strategy now that you’ve moved? For everyone: If you lived outside the US but could still have US cr…
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Announcement: Frequent Miler on the Air joins Voyascape... | 5-12-25
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11:02Takeaways: The Frequent Miler on the Air podcast has officially joined the Voyascape podcast network, which signifies a shift in a few ways. Listeners of the audio version will notice new network identifiers and advertisements, which were previously absent from the podcast. (Viewers via YouTube will not see any change.) The transition to Voyascape …
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Award Booking Stories | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep305 | 5-9-25
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1:43:08In today's episode, we'll talk about how The Standard is coming to Hyatt...(but we're too old for it). Nick will enlighten Greg about the fact that Air France flies to French Polynesia, and we'll talk through our recent award booking stories. (01:24) - A correction about the Delta Business Gold card (with a $150 hotel credit, not $200 as mentioned …
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Optimizing Vacations, New Ways to Earn Points, Airline Changes and More
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1:05:14#226: From optimizing travel and rewards to new ways to earn points, Chris shares some recent tactics he's picked up on upgrades and award travel. He also covers some flight deals, airline changes, Mother's Day gift ideas, and reflects on recent podcast episodes. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/optimizing-vacations-and-new-ways-t…
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Insider Strategies for First-Class Cruise Perks Without the Premium Price
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33:28Is a cruise actually cheaper than a land vacation? Learn how to sail smarter and save big on your next getaway. Are cruises really a budget-friendly alternative to land vacations? What’s the best credit card to use for travel and Costco expenses? Hosts Meghan Coyle and Sally French discuss cruise travel, pricing strategies, and credit card hacks to…
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Rakuten's shopping portal has a great new trick | Coffee Break Ep55 | 5-5-25
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11:37In today's episode, we'll talk about why we like the Rakuten shopping portal and also discuss a great new trick Rakuten has up its sleeve... (00:42) - What is a shopping portal? (01:15) - Choose cash back or Amex Membership Rewards points (must link Amex card) (02:55) - Great refer-a-friend promos ($40/4K) (04:08) - Frequent 10x, 15x, 20x promotion…
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Southwest LUVs cardholders | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep304 | 5-2-25
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1:06:32In today's episode, we're schooled about Wells Fargo cards, we learn about earning points on your mortgage, and we talk about how you can take the sting out of Southwest's customer unfriendly changes. (01:03) - Listeners give us more ideas about making a great Wells Fargo Wallet Find our episode "A World-Class Wells Fargo Wallet" here. (08:20) - Me…
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Optimize Your Oral Health for a Longer Life with Dr. Mark Burhenne
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1:11:58#225: Learn how to optimize your oral health to prevent disease and improve your overall health. We cover the ideal oral care routine, negative impacts of mouth breathing, the truth about fluoride, the role of nutrition and diet, how to choose the right dentist, dental coverage options, and so much more. Dr. Mark Burhenne is a functional dentist, a…
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Where 100,000 Points Can Take You: First Class Seats, Five-Star Suites and VIP Upgrades
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31:11Explore your options for spending 100,000 credit card points, with tips on redemptions for luxury flights, hotels, and hidden travel perks. What are the best ways to use 100,000 credit card points for travel? How do you transfer points to airlines or hotels to get the most value? Hosts Sally French and Meghan Coyle discuss top redemptions across Ch…
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Credit Card Power-Ups | Coffee Break Ep54 | 4-29-25
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18:01There are credit cards that help make your points actually more valuable, just by having the credit card on hand. You can find all of the cards discussed on this show on our Best Offers page. Coffee Break: Credit Card Power-Ups (00:40) - United: Discounted awards, ability to upgrade (01:38) - Delta: 15% discount (01:54) - JetBlue 10% rebate (02:20)…
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A World-Class Wells Fargo Wallet | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep303 | 4-25-25
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1:29:02We tend to ignore Wells Fargo cards because there are so many other great credit cards out there, but they actually do have some compelling cards out there. In today's episode we'll discuss which ones you might want in your wallet. (01:47) - Re: Clarifying our "Beyond 100K Sapphire Preferred" episode, which you can read more about here. (19:33) - B…
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Airport Lounges: Getting In, Hidden Perks and Expert Tips with Kevin Song
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1:19:51#224: This is the ultimate guide to airport lounges. You'll learn how to access the best lounges without needing to fly first class by using credit cards, memberships, elite status, and more. We’ll also discuss the best lounges, underrated perks, tools to manage access, avoiding crowded lounges and more. Kevin Song is the co-founder of This Lounge,…
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When and How to Transfer Credit Card Rewards Points To Get The Most Value
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31:05Learn when it’s worth transferring credit card points — and how to avoid costly mistakes that waste your rewards. When should you transfer your credit card points to an airline or hotel loyalty program? What are your options if you no longer want to pay the annual fee on a travel card you’ve held for years? Hosts Meghan Coyle and Sally French discu…
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750,000 points from one card. Is it worth it? | Coffee Break Ep53 | 4-22-25
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14:01The Capital One Venture X Business card is out with a massive welcome bonus of 750K points...but the devil is in the details. Is this card really worth it? (00:27) - Capital One Venture X Business card details Read our Capital One Venture X Business card review here. (03:47) - The welcome bonus is broken down into two pieces: 150K after $30K in 3 m…
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Beyond 100K: Earn more points, save money, get great value | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep302 | 4-18-25
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1:28:06If you just got 100K points from a brand new travel rewards card, you should know a few things to help make sure you're earning even more points, saving money, and getting great value. Plus we'll also look at "Amex referral reformatory rescinded" and how to earn points on RENT with any credit card. (01:30) - One reader shares a success story using …
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Become a 10x Better, More Effective Writer with Neville Medhora
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58:11#223: Actionable tips to become a better writer—whether it’s for work, business, or everyday life. We cover the biggest copywriting mistakes, essential skills for effective writing, the only copywriting formula you need to know, plus the tools and exercises (including AI) to sharpen your writing. Neville Medhora is the founder of Copywriting Course…
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Room Blocks, Rental Cars, and a Plus-One: Smarter Wedding Travel for Savvy Guests
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26:13Learn strategic ways to save on wedding travel — whether you're planning the big day or flying in to celebrate someone else's. How can you avoid overspending on wedding travel without sacrificing comfort or memorable experiences? How do you continue earning meaningful travel rewards after you've maxed out your credit card welcome bonuses? Host Megh…
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What's the Best Starter Rewards Card? | Coffee Break Ep52 | 4-15-25
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19:34On a recent podcast episode, we talked about all the important considerations when you're just getting start in the points and miles game. But in this episode, we'll go one step further and talk about which credit cards you might want to consider as someone just getting started. (00:10) - Listen to our "Getting started with points & miles" Ep298 he…
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Domestic flights for less | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep301 | 4-11-25
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1:25:49In this episode, we highlight the credit cards that are becoming "collectables", we had a heated debate about "Strawberry season", discuss changes from ANA and Alaska Airlines, and share tips for saving on your domestic flights. (01:29) - Delta Sky Club access with multiple American Express platinum cards in your name... (06:40) - [Expired] Chase S…
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Earning Points on Taxes, Navigating Market Volatility, Stacking Deals and More
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45:09#222: Discover how paying taxes with a credit card can unlock huge rewards—or even turn a profit. Chris also shares how he's handling the current market decline and shares practical tips for teaching kids about money, stacking card-linked offers, and using VPNs for big savings. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/pay-taxes-with-credi…
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The New Rules of Travel Rewards: Spend More or Lose Out
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33:26Learn why flight delays are getting worse and what airline miles are really worth (hint: it’s not what you think). Why are flight cancellations and delays happening more often? Are airline miles and credit card travel rewards actually worth it? Hosts Meghan Coyle and Sally French discuss the latest trends in travel spending and how the airline indu…
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How to find rooms for 4 in Europe and when is Bilt worth it? | Ask Us Anything Ep74 | 4-2-25
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55:03How can you find rooms for 4 in Scotland? Is Bilt worth it if your rent's only $1500? We answered these questions and more on the Ask Us Anything hosted live on YouTube on April 2nd, 2025. (03:29) - If you guys could only have cards from one issuer, which would you choose? (11:09) - What's your thought on how long the us bank 4% card could stay…
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How to Save Miles by Flying More | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep300 | 4-4-25
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1:14:01There are some creative ways to use airline miles to fly further with less miles. In other words, you can see more and spend less. We'll talk about these fun tricks in today's episode. (01:00) - The validity of Etihad Guest Miles will be extended by 18 months based on qualifying member flight activity. We thought this means you have to credit paid …
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