Best Frequent Miler Podcasts (2025)

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Elite Benefit Battle: Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, and IHG | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep333 | 11-21-25 1:11:23

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In today's Frequent Miler on the Air podcast, we'll look at United's cardholder discount, Hilton's Diamond Reserve status, and we'll rank the perks of hotel elite benefits from Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, and IHG. Giant Mailbag (01:13) - "I just spent the day in Nice and Monte Carlo and I have you to blame..." Bonvoyed (03:30) - United increases price…

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2025 Holiday Gift Guide and Top Ways to Save This Season 1:24:30

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#255: Here are 100+ holiday gift ideas across tech, kitchen, home, clothing, fitness, kids, and games. I’ll also share tools and tactics to help you find deals and spend less this holiday season. For all the products, links, deals and more, check out the full 2025 Gift Guide here: https://chrishutchins.com/gifts Link to Full Show Notes: https://chr…

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AI Travel Pricing Is Here: How Airlines and Hotels Could Quietly Raise Your Rates 55:34

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Learn how AI may raise your travel prices and what to watch for before you book your next trip. Before the Nerds delve into the surprising ways AI can affect your travel booking, hosts Tess Vigeland (covering news this week for host Meghan Coyle) and Sally French kick things off by covering the latest travel headlines, including pre-Thanksgiving tr…

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Wyndham's end-of-year Triple-Dip | Coffee Break Ep78 | 11-18-25 11:22

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There are some great opportunities to earn a lot of Wyndham points, and today we'll do the math on whether or not this could mean a great mattress-running opportunity. (00:38) - Wyndham promo: Earn 7.5k bonus points when staying 2 nights (up to 4 times) (Learn more about the promo here) (01:44) - Is this double-dip, mattress-run worthy? (02:31) - H…

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Rewarding Giving | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep332 | 11-14-25 1:11:31

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In this episode, we'll talk about Virgin's double-or-nothing bad math promo, how to fly to Europe for 88 miles, and how to earn more rewards while charitably giving. Giant Mailbag (00:56) - A fun story about Mariner tickets from a Capital One deal where the seats were almost too good. Read more about Capital One Cardholder Exclusives Major League B…

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How often do you fly to earn points & miles? | Ask Us Anything, Live Ep80 | 11-5-25 57:38

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How often do you fly to earn points & miles? Do you chase status with an airline you don't intend to fly, with the intention of later matching to another airline? We answered these and many other questions on the Ask Us Anything hosted live on YouTube on November 5th, 2025. (06:10) - How many annual fees do each of you pay a year, and how often d…

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The Cost of Always Optimizing with Chris and Amy 1:12:10

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#254: Chris and Amy share a candid look at their life together as two optimizers. They discuss everything from family finances and teaching their kids about money to managing their health, work, and travel. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/ama-amy-marriage-parenting-health Partner Deals NetSuite: Free KPI checklist to upgrade your…

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Adventure by Committee: What Happens When You Let Others Pick Your Trip 54:42

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Sally and her new husband unpack their unconventional honeymoon plan and share practical tips to plan your own getaway with purpose. How do you plan a honeymoon that feels luxurious without blowing your budget? How can newlyweds use points and miles to pay for their trip? Hosts Sally French and Meghan Coyle share how Sally’s own wedding guests chos…

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5 game-changing points & miles updates | Coffee Break Ep77 | 11-11-25 19:21

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A bunch of game-changing news came up last week, right after we recorded our Coffee Break episode (which we'd recorded a day earlier than usual). We'll cover those changes in today's Coffee Break episode. (00:56) - Rumor: 200K Chase Sapphire Reserve® in-branch offer for some customers (02:49) - Rakuten portal now lets you earn Bilt points (03:44) -…

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5 rewarding ways to book paid hotel stays | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep331 | 11-6-25 58:10

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In today's episode of the Frequent Miler on the Air podcast, we'll talk about the Bilt card 2.0 that's coming, we'll reveal a trick for finding Air France award availability, and talk about 5 ways to super-stack your hotel bookings. Giant Mailbag (01:08) - Air France Availability on JAL searching tip Card News (06:09) - Bilt card 2.0 (replaces curr…

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10 Lessons That Challenged My Thinking on Money and Life 59:23

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#253: My top 10 takeaways from a retreat for high-net-worth investors, which will cover investing, managing risk, investing in your health, building meaningful relationships, parenting with purpose, and defining success in a way that goes far beyond money. Tad Fallows is the co-founder of Long Angle, a private community for investors with more than…

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How to Tell If a Premium Travel Card Is Worth the Fee 55:51

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Learn when pricey travel cards are worth it and how to pick the one that gives you the most value. Are premium travel cards worth the high price tag? How do you decide which one(s) to keep in your wallet? Hosts Sally French and Meghan Coyle break down the real-world math of annual fees and rewards to help you understand when these cards pay for the…

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End of Year Marriott elite plans | Coffee Break Ep76 | 11-4-25 19:33

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You have until the end of the year to earn the number of elite nights required for the elite level you're aiming for, so it's time to start thinking strategically! (00:58) - Which status levels are worth targeting? Read more about which Marriott elite benefits apply and when here. (03:23) - Shortcuts (You can read more about this here.) (05:11) - L…

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Triple dipping credit card coupons | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep330 | 10-31-25 1:04:13

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In this episode of Frequent Miler on the Air, we'll reveal a trick for booking 2 people at single-person award rates, Wyndham & Vacasa are breaking up and breaking our hearts, and we'll talk about how to triple dip towards thousands of dollars in credits. Giant Mailbag (01:11) - Our listener uses a second browser to grab two seats at a low price...…

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Family Travel on Points: Tips, Tricks and Tactics with Nick Reyes 1:25:55

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#252: Chris and Nick share strategies to make family travel affordable and stress-free with points and miles. They cover how to find multiple award seats, book business class for families, and their best tips for traveling with kids, from managing jet lag and delays to finding family-friendly hotels, must-have travel gear, and more. Nick Reyes is a…

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How to Make Every Trip More Meaningful — Without Spending More (w/ Expedia’s “Powering Travel” Host Elisabeth Goodridge) 33:03

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Learn how you can make travel more meaningful without overspending or missing out on authentic experiences. How do you plan a vacation that feels “worth it” without overspending? What’s the smartest way to turn bank points into long-haul premium flights? Hosts Sally French and Meghan Coyle discuss how to design trips that maximize satisfaction and …

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A second look at the new Chase Sapphire Reserve® card | Coffee Break Ep75 | 10-28-25 19:00

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Back in June, Chase introduced the new Chase Sapphire Reserve® card with a higher annual fee. Our initial reactions were mixed and a little disappointed because the card was no longer a no-brainer, broadly applicable card in our view. Now that we've had some time, has our opinion changed? (01:53) - High-level view of the card updates (04:15) - Init…

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Hyatt: End of year elite planning | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep329 | 10-24-25 1:44:10

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As it nears the end of the year, it's time to assess Hyatt elite progress. In today's Frequent Miler on the air podcast episode, we'll focus on how to bridge the gap to the next level of Hyatt status. But we'll also talk about United & JetBlue tying their knot tighter, and how Wyndham's crappy coupon book doesn't add up. Giant Mailbag (01:21) - "We…

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How to Focus on What Matters and Let Go of the Rest with Ryan Holiday 58:43

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#251: Discover why Stoicism matters more than ever and how to make it part of your daily life. We share practical ways to focus on what you can control, build resilience, and cultivate the four Stoic virtues: courage, self-discipline, justice, and wisdom. Ryan Holiday is a bestselling modern philosopher and author of The Daily Stoic, The Obstacle I…

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Travel More, Stress Less: How to Build a Financial Plan That Funds Your Adventures 44:51

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Learn how to plan travel without derailing your long-term finances or your retirement goals. How can you plan travel without throwing off your long-term financial goals? How do you budget for a dream sabbatical without wrecking your savings? Hosts Sally French and Meghan Coyle discuss how to afford meaningful travel while keeping your financial fut…

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AA's disappointing $350 Globe card | Coffee Break Ep74 | 10-21-25 20:06

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Citi is out with a new mid-tier card called the AAdvantage® Globe™ Mastercard® with a $350 annual fee. We expected a lot from this card, but found it ultimately disappointing. (00:50) - Citi® / AAdvantage® Globe™ Mastercard® basics (02:04) - Perks, coupons, and elite boost (04:44) - Is this the replacement for Barclays $195 Aviator Silver card? (06…

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5 cool points & miles opportunities expiring soon | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep328 | 10-17-25 1:19:32

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On today's Frequent Miler on the Air Podcast we'll discuss how to fly with 1 free human companion and 1 pet companion for a full year, or how to fly with a free human companion for two years, or how to get 350,000 points and elite status for 25 years! Giant Mailbag (01:15) - "I wanted to share some insights on the Mesa card based on my experience..…

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Open Enrollment, Diversifying Investments, Buying Gold and More Listener Q&A 1:09:37

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#250: Chris dives into listener questions, covering open enrollment, investing, buying gold, life and auto insurance, RSUs, practical ways to leverage AI tools and more. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/open-enrollment-AMA-2025 Partner Deals Fabric: Affordable term life insurance for you and your family Superhuman: Free month of t…

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When to Book and Fly for Cheaper Holiday Trips in 2025 23:36

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Learn the optimal days to fly, when to book, and how to stretch your points for cheaper holiday travel. When is the prime time to book Thanksgiving and Christmas flights this year? How can you stretch points to cover pricey holiday trips? Hosts Sally French and Meghan Coyle discuss holiday booking windows and money-saving strategies to help you lan…

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A quick chat with Pauline Frommer of Frommer's Travel Guides and Frommer's Travel Show | Coffee Break Ep73 | 10-14-25 24:57

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(00:49) - Background of Frommer's Travel guides and Frommer's Travel Show (04:25) - What makes Frommer's Travel guides different from other guides and travel websites? (05:39) - How is AI changing the landscape of travel guides? (08:01) - Hidden gems with free activities may not get the presence on Google that places with paid activities will (09:4…

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Great travel tips revealed and a 100K Vacay winner is crowned | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep327 | 10-10-25 1:42:00

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This podcast was recorded live on October 8th, at 9 pm ET during our 100K Vacay Annual Challenge final livestream. In that livestream we did our final scoring of Nick and Stephen's trips and crowned the 100K Vacay winner! You'll hear that livestream now, as part of this podcast episode. (You'll notice some audio quality issues with Nick's mic this …

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Earn More Points in Multiplayer Mode with Kai 50:10

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#249: 3x your points and miles with a multiplayer strategy. We break down how to earn, manage, and maximize rewards with a partner, family, or friends. Plus learn how to handle the logistics, emotions, and systems that make it all work. Kai is the founder and host of The Daily Churn Podcast, where he shares his churning journey. In 2024, Kai and hi…

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Enjoy the Halloween Travel Boom Without Getting Scared by Prices (Video Episode) 30:48

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In this special video episode, watch Sally brave haunted attractions and reveal the surprising rise of Halloween vacations. Is Halloween travel worth the money right now? Which fall travel deals are worth your time? Watch hosts Sally French and Meghan Coyle discuss how Halloween became a peak travel moment and what it really costs — and see how Sal…

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Elite Benefit Battle: Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, and IHG | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep333 | 11-21-25 1:11:23

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2025 Holiday Gift Guide and Top Ways to Save This Season 1:24:30

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AI Travel Pricing Is Here: How Airlines and Hotels Could Quietly Raise Your Rates 55:34

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Wyndham's end-of-year Triple-Dip | Coffee Break Ep78 | 11-18-25 11:22

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Rewarding Giving | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep332 | 11-14-25 1:11:31

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How often do you fly to earn points & miles? | Ask Us Anything, Live Ep80 | 11-5-25 57:38

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The Cost of Always Optimizing with Chris and Amy 1:12:10

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Adventure by Committee: What Happens When You Let Others Pick Your Trip 54:42

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5 game-changing points & miles updates | Coffee Break Ep77 | 11-11-25 19:21

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5 rewarding ways to book paid hotel stays | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep331 | 11-6-25 58:10

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10 Lessons That Challenged My Thinking on Money and Life 59:23

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How to Tell If a Premium Travel Card Is Worth the Fee 55:51

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End of Year Marriott elite plans | Coffee Break Ep76 | 11-4-25 19:33

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Triple dipping credit card coupons | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep330 | 10-31-25 1:04:13

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Family Travel on Points: Tips, Tricks and Tactics with Nick Reyes 1:25:55

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How to Make Every Trip More Meaningful — Without Spending More (w/ Expedia’s “Powering Travel” Host Elisabeth Goodridge) 33:03

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A second look at the new Chase Sapphire Reserve® card | Coffee Break Ep75 | 10-28-25 19:00

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Hyatt: End of year elite planning | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep329 | 10-24-25 1:44:10

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How to Focus on What Matters and Let Go of the Rest with Ryan Holiday 58:43

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Travel More, Stress Less: How to Build a Financial Plan That Funds Your Adventures 44:51

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AA's disappointing $350 Globe card | Coffee Break Ep74 | 10-21-25 20:06

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5 cool points & miles opportunities expiring soon | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep328 | 10-17-25 1:19:32

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Open Enrollment, Diversifying Investments, Buying Gold and More Listener Q&A 1:09:37

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When to Book and Fly for Cheaper Holiday Trips in 2025 23:36

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A quick chat with Pauline Frommer of Frommer's Travel Guides and Frommer's Travel Show | Coffee Break Ep73 | 10-14-25 24:57

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Great travel tips revealed and a 100K Vacay winner is crowned | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep327 | 10-10-25 1:42:00

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Earn More Points in Multiplayer Mode with Kai 50:10

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Enjoy the Halloween Travel Boom Without Getting Scared by Prices (Video Episode) 30:48

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100K Vacay midstream check-in and scoring | | Coffee Break Ep73 | 10-7-25 1:00:51

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100K Vacay Livestream Kick Off | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep326 | 10-3-25 1:10:01

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How to Stop Over-Optimizing and Focus on What Matters with Tim Ferriss 1:33:48

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Stop Wasting Time (and Miles): Points vs. Cash Tools for Easier Booking 33:34

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Favorite travel gear from the Giant Mailbag | Coffee Break Ep72 | 9-30-25 17:03