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20+ Credit Card Benefits You’re Probably Not Using
Jun 24, 2026
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Do You Actually Need Travel Insurance?
Jun 17, 2026
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Saving Money and Optimizing is My Kryptonite
Jun 10, 2026
53m 19s
Taking My Health Into My Own Hands: Tests, Records, and What Actually Worked
Jun 3, 2026
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The Hidden Rules of Credit Card Approvals
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| 6/24/26 | ![]() 20+ Credit Card Benefits You’re Probably Not Using | #284: Chris breaks down the credit card benefits that save real money but rarely get attention, from getting a cracked iPhone repaired for free to purchase protections, travel coverage, and a deep bench of lesser-known perks. Learn exactly which card to reach for on every purchase, so you're always covered and never leaving money on the table. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/hidden-credit-card-benefits-2026/ Partner Deals Fora: Become a Fora Advisor today Bilt Rewards: Earn the most valuable points when you pay rent Mercury: Help your business grow with simplified finances Quince: Affordable luxury essentials with free shipping + 365 day returns LMNT: Free sample pack of my favorite electrolyte drink mix For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Tools & Apps CardPointers: 30% off (50% off for ATH Members) GigSky The Cultivist Benefit Programs Sapphire Tables (via OpenTable) Resy Mastercard Priceless Visa Universal Studios discounts SoFar Sounds Troon Rewards Discover Cash at Checkout Amex Venmo Send and Split ATH Podcast Ep #66: Rental Cars: Saving Money, Avoiding Fees and All the Secret Tricks with Jonathan Weinberg Ep #113: Unlocking the Power of Plastic: Maximizing Your Hidden Credit Card Benefits Ep #221: Deep Dive on Credit Reports, Scores, and Their Real-World Impact Ep #224: Airport Lounges: Getting In, Hidden Perks and Expert Tips with Kevin Song Ep #283: Do You Actually Need Travel Insurance? Hotel Upgrade Program Best Cards Page Gift Cards Page Newsletter AMA: Submit Questions Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: podcast@chrishutchins.com Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:15) Purchase Benefits Overview (02:36) Purchase Protection: Coverage for Damaged or Stolen Items (05:15) How Extended Warranty Protection Works (06:36) Return Protection for Items Stores Won’t Take Back (07:55) When Price Protection Can Save You Money (12:27) Travel Benefits Overview (12:46) Trip Cancellation & Interruption Insurance (13:22) Trip Delay Coverage (13:47) Delayed Luggage Reimbursement (14:04) Lost and Damaged Bag Insurance (16:01) Rental Car Coverage: Primary vs. Secondary Insurance (21:37) Emergency Medical Coverage While Traveling (22:54) Non-Emergency Medical and Dental Coverage (23:22) What Travel Accident Insurance Actually Covers (23:53) Lounge Access Across Issuers and Networks (25:06) Booking the Luxury Hotel Collections for Free Perks (29:34) Free International Data and Roaming Benefits (31:46) Global Entry, TSA PreCheck & Trusted Traveler Credits (32:29) Cell Phone Protection Benefits (35:12) How to Maximize Card-Linked Offers (36:16) Automating Card-Linked Offers With CardPointers (37:26) What Credit Card Concierge Services Can Actually Do (38:49) Free Credit Scores and Credit Monitoring Tools (40:06) The Chase Instacart Benefit (and How to Stack It) (45:18) The Chase DoorDash Benefit (47:31) Exclusive Restaurant Reservation Programs (48:30) American Express Uber Benefits (49:14) Lyft Perks for Mastercard Holders (49:43) Capital One Entertainment and Drink Benefits (50:24) Free Museum Access With Bank of America and Capital One (52:22) Experience and Entertainment Programs (54:11) Getting Cash Out of Your Credit Card Benefits (55:50) Instant Approval and Virtual Card Numbers (58:02) Visa Network Benefits Worth Knowing (59:26) Mastercard Network Perks: Transit, Peacock, Airport Fast Track & Soho Friends Connect with Chris Newsletter | Membership | X | Instagram | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 1h 03m 14s | ||||||
| 6/17/26 | ![]() Do You Actually Need Travel Insurance? | #283: Learn exactly when you might need travel insurance and when your credit cards already have you covered. Chris breaks down what travel insurance covers, how those benefits compare to the coverage built into popular credit cards, and when it makes sense to buy additional protection. Plus, what US health insurance actually covers abroad, and specialty policies worth getting for medical evacuation, scuba diving, and trips off the beaten path. Link to Full Show Notes: https://www.chrishutchins.com/travel-insurance Partner Deals Zocdoc: Find and instantly book a doctor you love today DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web Gelt: Skip the waitlist on personalized tax guidance to maximize your wealth Wispr Flow: Try effortless voice dictation for free Fabric: Affordable term life insurance for you and your family For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Credit Cards: Best Cards Page June's Best Welcome Offers Travel Insurance Providers Allianz Travel Insurance Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection Travel Guard World Nomads Travel Insured International Blue Cross Blue Shield Travel Insurance (BCBS Global Solutions) Squaremouth Medical Evacuation & Specialty Coverage Medjet Global Rescue AirMed Covac Global Redpoint Travel Protection American Alpine Club Divers Alert Network (DAN) Garmin SAR Insurance Health Insurance Resources Blue Cross Blue Shield Global Core Kaiser Permanente International Coverage Christian Healthcare Ministries Medicare Plan G / Medigap (Medicare.gov) LifeX Research ATH Podcast Ep #277: The Japan ER Visit That Changed How We Travel (& Tokyo Disney) with Amy Fox Ep #113: Unlocking the Power of Plastic: Maximizing Your Hidden Credit Card Benefits Newsletter Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: podcast@chrishutchins.com Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (01:30) What Trip Cancellation Insurance Actually Covers (04:41) How Trip Change and Interruption Coverage Works (05:40) Reimbursement Limits for Trip Delays (06:39) Lost and Delayed Bag Coverage Explained (08:01) Emergency Medical Evacuation & Repatriation Coverage (09:24) Political Security and Disaster Evacuation Coverage (09:49) Medical and Dental Expense Limits While Abroad (10:11) How Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Works (10:27) Travel Insurance Add-Ons Worth Considering and a High-Level Recap (13:38) Pricing Out Real Policies for a Two-Week Europe Trip (17:24) Coverage You Likely Already Have vs. Unique Policies Worth Buying (18:18) What Counts as a Premium Credit Card? (18:58) How Cards Stack Up on Trip Cancellation and Interruption (21:32) Coverage for Award Flights Booked with Points (28:10) Price Drop Protection (28:46) Where Credit Card Trip Delay Coverage Beats Travel Insurance (30:05) Delayed Luggage Coverage on Premium Cards (31:41) Lost Bag Protection & Reimbursement Limits (34:02) Emergency Evacuation Benefits Included with Credit Cards (37:07) What Travel Accident Insurance Really Pays Out (39:07) When Standalone Travel Insurance Makes More Sense (39:31) Emergency Medical Coverage While Traveling Abroad (40:11) Rental Car Coverage and Primary vs. Secondary Insurance (46:12) What Credit Cards Cover Well (47:27) What US Health Insurance Actually Covers Abroad (50:54) How Health Sharing Plans Handle International Travel (51:43) Understanding Medicare Coverage Abroad (53:13) Handling Non-Emergency Medical Issues Overseas (56:22) Getting Evacuated to the Hospital of Your Choice (59:21) Specialty Coverage for Search and Rescue (01:00:57) Why Scuba Divers Need a Dedicated Membership (01:02:07) Travel Insurance Takeaways & Final Recommendations Connect with Chris Newsletter | Membership | X | Instagram | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 1h 10m 53s | ||||||
| 6/10/26 | ![]() Saving Money and Optimizing is My Kryptonite✨ | optimizationmarginal gains+3 | — | Every After AutomationATH Podcast #181: Making an Easy $3k/mo from Online Deals with Kai+2 | — | optimizationmarginal gains+5 | NetSuiteN/A | 53m 19s | |
| 6/3/26 | ![]() Taking My Health Into My Own Hands: Tests, Records, and What Actually Worked✨ | healthpersonal health AI+4 | — | PrimaryMDOne Medical+24 | — | healthmedical tests+5 | DeleteMe20% off | 1h 05m 09s | |
| 5/27/26 | ![]() The Hidden Rules of Credit Card Approvals✨ | credit card approvalscredit score+3 | — | The Atmos™ Rewards Visa Summit CardThe Business Platinum Card® from American Express+8 | — | credit cardapproval+3 | Quince | 50m 57s | |
| 5/20/26 | ![]() How Long-Term Investors Actually Think About Risk with Ben Carlson✨ | market volatilitylong-term investing+3 | Ben Carlson | Ritholtz Wealth ManagementAnimal Spirits+3 | — | investingrisk+5 | Thrive Market30% off your first order | 1h 01m 04s | |
| 5/13/26 | ![]() The AI Tools I'm Building to Replace My Spreadsheets with Anish Acharya✨ | AI toolsspreadsheets+5 | Anish Acharya | OpenClawClaude+15 | — | AIspreadsheets+6 | Bilt RewardsCODE | 1h 10m 45s | |
| 5/6/26 | ![]() The Japan ER Visit That Changed How We Travel (& Tokyo Disney) with Amy Fox✨ | travelhealthcare abroad+3 | Amy Fox | Suica CardPALM-Sized 5-Blade Electric Luxury Razor+10 | JapanTokyo+2 | JapanTokyo+5 | Copilot MoneyHACKS2 | 51m 43s | |
| 4/29/26 | ![]() Saving $30K+ on the Perfect Spring Break Japan Trip with Amy Fox✨ | travelpoints+4 | Amy Fox | ARC5 PALM-Sized 5-Blade Electric Luxury RazorKeana Rice Pack face mask+30 | Tokyo | spring breakJapan trip+3 | Upwork | 1h 09m 43s | |
| 4/22/26 | ![]() The Custom Everything Era with Kevin Rose✨ | AI toolspersonal data+4 | Kevin Rose | ClaudeOpenClaw+9 | JapanTokyo | AIpersonal data+5 | Aura FramesALLTHEHACKS | 1h 07m 14s | |
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| 4/15/26 | ![]() The Surprising History of Points and Miles✨ | points and miles historycredit card profitability+3 | — | ReutersThe Saturday Evening Post+3 | — | pointsmiles+5 | Storyworthup to $20 off | 42m 25s | |
| 4/8/26 | ![]() Stop Overthinking and Start Deciding with Derek Sivers✨ | decision makingoverthinking+3 | Derek Sivers | CD BabyHell Yeah or No+2 | New ZealandStaglands Wildlife Reserve | decision makingoverthinking+6 | Mercury | 1h 58m 42s | |
| 4/1/26 | ![]() My Process for Booking Travel with Points & Miles✨ | travelpoints and miles+3 | — | AwardToolpoint.me+12 | — | travel bookingpoints+4 | Gelt | 54m 29s | |
| 3/25/26 | ![]() How to Actually Live the Life You're Optimizing For with Sahil Bloom✨ | life optimizationdecision making+3 | Sahil Bloom | Deep PersonalityLemon Wispr+10 | — | life optimizationdecision making+3 | Quince | 56m 41s | |
| 3/18/26 | ![]() Ski Trip Mishaps, AI Interior Design, Reflecting on Life and More✨ | ski tripsAI interior design+3 | Amy | Oura RingWHOOP+10 | — | ski tripsAI design+3 | DeleteMe20% off | 1h 08m 15s | |
| 3/11/26 | ![]() Navigating Transfer Bonuses, Hyatt Devaluation, New Card Offers and More✨ | transfer bonusesHyatt devaluation+3 | — | ChatGPTOura Ring+11 | — | transfer bonusesHyatt devaluation+3 | Copilot MoneyHACKS2 | 55m 58s | |
| 3/4/26 | ![]() Stop Planning, Start Experimenting: A Science-Backed Approach to a Better Life with Anne-Laure Le Cunff✨ | goal-settingexperimentation+3 | Anne-Laure Le Cunff | Ness LabsTiny Experiments | — | goal-settingexperiments+5 | Shopify$1/month trial | 57m 47s | |
| 2/25/26 | ![]() Credit Cards: What's in My Wallet for 2026✨ | credit cardsfinancial advice+3 | — | CardTool AppCredit Card Holder Wallet+7 | — | credit cardsannual fees+3 | Wispr15% off | 1h 14m 45s | |
| 2/18/26 | ![]() Why Change Is Hard and How to Make It Your Advantage with Maya Shankar | #266: Chris and Maya break down the science-backed tools that make change easier and more intentional. They explore why most people misunderstand change, how to anchor your identity to your deeper “why,” and practical tools to break out of rumination and navigate uncertainty. Maya Shankar is the bestselling author of The Other Side of Change, and hosts the podcast A Slight Change of Plans. She previously served as a Senior Advisor in the Obama White House, where she founded and led the White House Behavioral Science Team. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/navigating-change-maya-shankar Partner Deals Thrive Market: 30% off your first order of organic groceries + a free $60 gift Gusto: Free 3-month trial of the #1 payroll software Bilt Rewards: Earn the most valuable points when you pay rent DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web Fabric: Affordable term life insurance for you and your family For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Maya: Website | Instagram Book: The Other Side of Change Podcast: A Slight Change of Plans Quit: The Power of Knowing When to Walk Away by Annie Duke Deep Personality Assessment ATH Podcast Ep #81: Making Smarter Decisions and Knowing When to Walk Away with Annie Duke Ep #265: I Built an AI Assistant That Works While I Sleep Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: podcast@chrishutchins.com Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (00:38) What People Get Wrong About Change (05:14) The Antidote That Makes Change Easier (12:11) Past Change vs. Intentional Change (16:02) Maximisers vs. Satisficers (19:10) Anchor Your Identity to Your Why (23:15) How to Discover Your Why (25:03) Navigating Change With a Very Different Partner (29:17) Breaking the Rumination Cycle (29:58) Mental Time Travel (31:55) Affect Labeling (32:39) Tools for Better Self-Understanding (36:01) AI as a Conversational Partner (39:43) Tactics For Thinking Through Big Changes (42:01) Moral Elevation (43:36) Why Reading Fiction Matters (44:29) Repurposing Your Experience (45:34) The First Step When Everything Changes (47:31) Where to Find More From Maya Connect with Chris Newsletter | Membership | X | Instagram | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 45m 22s | ||||||
| 2/11/26 | ![]() I Built an AI Assistant That Works While I Sleep | #265: Chris explores how modern AI tools have eliminated the barriers to building software, why planning matters more than coding skill, how anyone can turn a simple problem into a working app faster and cheaper than ever before, and how he built a personal AI assistant that's already started to run his life behind the scenes. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/how-to-build-with-ai-tools Partner Deals Green Chef: 50% off on your first box + 20% off for two months with code 50ALLTHEHACKS Mercury: Help your business grow with simplified finances NetSuite: Free KPI checklist to upgrade your business performance Gelt: Skip the waitlist on personalized tax guidance to maximize your wealth Trust & Will: Get 20% off personalized, legally binding estate plans For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned AI Models & Assistants ChatGPT OpenClaw Gemini Claude AI Coding & Building Tools Replit Lovable Cursor Codex Productivity & Automation Tools Wispr Flow Zapier Nimble Links Tampermonkey Developer Infrastructure Clerk Supabase GitHub FinTech: Plaid How to Run OpenClaw as your Virtual EA Blogs Doctor of Credit Frequent Miler The Points Guy Deep Personality Credit Cards American Express® Gold Card Citi Strata Elite℠ Card Citi Strata Premier℠ Card Bilt 2.0 ATH Podcast Ep #263: How to Earn Millions of Points and More Listener Q&A Chris’ Card Optimizer Tool Ask Chris Anything! Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: podcast@chrishutchins.com Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (01:41) Why This Is the Best Time Ever to Build Software (04:14) How to Build Almost Anything with AI (13:53) Why Context Is the Real Superpower (15:58) Using Planning Mode Instead of Guessing (16:41) Which AI Tool Should You Start With? (17:53) Building a Real Credit Card Optimizer from Scratch (28:48) What It Actually Costs to Build with AI (32:38) The Real AI Learning Curve (33:38) Moving from Cursor to Claude Code (36:17) Why You Should Try Building Something (Even If You're Not a Coder) (37:00) How OpenClaw Changes the Game (38:57) Why Security Still Matters (42:25) A Conversation with Ted, Chris' AI Assistant (44:07) Letting AI Work While You Sleep (49:41) Learning to Be Clear, Specific, and Intentional (50:03) Start with a Real Problem (50:39) Breaking Projects into Small, Winnable Pieces (50:58) What Would You Build If Building Were Easy? (51:59) Keeping Track of Cost and Budget Connect with Chris Newsletter | Membership | X | Instagram | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 51m 24s | ||||||
| 2/4/26 | ![]() Deep Dive on Bilt Rewards and New Bilt 2.0 Cards | #264: Learn how the Bilt ecosystem works, from earning Bilt Rewards to the new cards, transfer partners, perks, and where the real value is. Whether you’re new or already earning, this is a practical guide to using Bilt strategically and avoiding common mistakes. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/bilt-ecosystem-explained Partner Deals DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web Copilot Money: Free 2 months access to my favorite personal finance app with code HACKS2 Shopify: $1/month trial for the easiest e-commerce platform Superhuman: Free month of the fastest and best email with code ALLTHEHACKS Wispr Flow: Try effortless voice dictation for free For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Bilt 2.0 Bilt Blue Card (Rates and fees here) Bilt Obsidian Card (Rates and fees here) Bilt Palladium Card (Rates and fees here) Bilt Cash Bilt Travel Portal Bilt Dining Bilt Home Design Collection Complimentary BLADE airport flight Mastercard World Elite Benefits Guide Award Search Tools Award Wallet point.me (20% off annual plans with code ALLTHEHACKS20) Gopuff BevMo! Rakuten ($50 bonus here) Robinhood Gold Card Frequent Miler Article: Bilt Housing Payments ATH Podcast Luxury Hotel Upgrade Program Ask Chris Anything! Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: podcast@chrishutchins.com Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:28) What Makes Bilt Rewards Different (07:03) How to Earn Bilt Points Without a Credit Card (13:52) Referral Bonuses and Earning Limits (14:17) How Rent and Mortgage Payments Work (16:06) Earning Through the Bilt Neighborhood Network (17:16) Earning Without a Card: The Real Tradeoffs (17:46) How Bilt Point Redemptions Actually Work (21:39) Transfer Partners and When Bonuses Matter (24:18) How Bilt Status and Elite Tiers Work (25:32) What Each Bilt Status Level Unlocks (31:49) A Major Caveat With the New Bilt Cards (34:36) Breaking Down the Current Bilt Card Lineup (35:33) Bilt Blue Card (37:34) Bilt Obsidian Card (41:19) Bilt Palladium Card (48:59) Housing Payments and What Changed (50:16) Earning Based on Billing-Cycle Spend (55:18) The Original Fee-Free Model (59:26) Cash-Out and Statement Credit Options (01:08:44) Simplifying the New Bilt Choices (01:14:21) The Bilt Silver Lining Connect with Chris Newsletter | Membership | X | Instagram | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 1h 15m 43s | ||||||
| 1/28/26 | ![]() How to Earn Millions of Points and More Listener Q&A | #263: Chris breaks down exactly how he’s earned millions of points and miles, and why simplicity matters more than optimization. He covers signup bonuses, spending strategies, credit score impacts, business cards, cash-back alternatives, and how to decide when a card (or perk) is actually worth it. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/points-and-miles-simplified-credit-cards Partner Deals Fabric: Affordable term life insurance for you and your family Bilt Rewards: Earn the most valuable points when you pay rent Gusto: Free 3-month trial of the #1 payroll software Notion: Try Notion Agent free to automate tedious tasks and streamline your work Gelt: Skip the waitlist on personalized tax guidance to maximize your wealth For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Credit Cards: Best Cards Page Alaska Airlines Visa® American Express® Green Card American Express Platinum Card for Schwab Atmos™ Rewards Summit Visa Infinite® Card Bank of America® Premium Rewards® Elite Bank of America® Unlimited Cash Rewards Bilt Palladium Card (Rates and fees here) Capital One Venture X Business Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card Citi® / AAdvantage® Executive World Elite Mastercard® Coinbase One Card Costco Anywhere Visa® Card by Citi Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card Robinhood Gold Card The Business Platinum Card® from American Express U.S. Bank Altitude® Reserve Visa Infinite® Card Venmo Credit Card Wells Fargo Autograph℠ Card Rakuten: Free $50 here Business Payment Platforms: Plastiq | Melio IRS Authorized Payment Providers Pay1040 ACI Payments Reddit: Credit Card Spend Needed to Achieve Each Airline Status Tier ATH Podcast Chris' Credit Card Optimizer Tool Ask Chris Anything! Membership Gift Card Site Ep #164: Earn Points Paying Taxes with a Credit Card (+ Latest Deals/News) Ep #200: Debunking Tax Myths, Avoiding Audits and Maximizing Savings with Jasmine DiLucci Ep #221: Deep Dive on Credit Reports, Scores, and Their Real-World Impact Ep #247: Deep Dive on Bank of America Credit Cards (Up to 5.25% Cash Back) Ep #248: How to Stop Over-Optimizing and Focus on What Matters with Tim Ferriss Ep #258: My Top 5 Mistakes with Points & Miles Ep #261: Goals, Tools, and Mindset Shifts for a Better 2026 with Kevin Rose Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: podcast@allthehacks.com Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (01:26) How Chris Has Earned 15+ Million Points (03:46) Why Signup Bonuses Still Matter More than Everything Else (05:04) The Role Everyday Spending Actually Plays (08:42) When Transfer Bonuses Are Worth It (12:24) How Chris Leverages Referral Bonuses (13:24) What Having "Too Many" Credit Cards Really Does to Your Credit Score (16:13) How Many Signup Bonuses per Year Is Reasonable? (16:44) Why Spend Requirements Are the Real Bottleneck (18:23) Approval Odds and Timing Applications (22:04) Getting Approved for Business Cards (Without A Business) (27:23) Maximizing Rewards without Overcomplicating It (30:18) When Cash Back Is the Better Option (32:48) Best Cards for Big, One-Time Expenses like Weddings (37:24) Making Sense of Card Rules and Restrictions (38:13) Annual Fees: How to Decide if They're Worth Paying (41:12) Paying Taxes with a Credit Card (46:28) How to Think about Points if You Mostly Care about Hotels (49:10) Is CLEAR Worth It? (51:48) How DoorDash Credits Work (53:25) Is There a Shortcut to Airline Loyalty Status? (57:04) The Best Credit Card for Costco Spending (59:19) Are the New Bilt Cards Actually Bad? Connect with Chris Newsletter | Membership | X | Instagram | LinkedIn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 1h 04m 43s | ||||||
| 1/21/26 | ![]() Points & Miles in 2026: What's New, What's Dying & What's Next with Brian M | #262: Learn how to navigate major changes in points and miles while maximizing travel rewards in 2026. Chris and Brian M cover Bilt 2.0, the Mesa card shutdown, how to evaluate annual fees, find award availability, and what’s likely (and unlikely) to change this year. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/latest-on-points-miles-january-2026 Partner Deals Trust & Will: Get 20% off personalized, legally binding estate plans MasterClass: Learn from the world's best with 15% off Thrive Market: 30% off your first order of organic groceries + a free $60 gift NetSuite: Free KPI checklist to upgrade your business performance DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Bilt World Elite Mastercard® (Rates and fees here) Bilt 2.0 Bilt Blue Card (Rates and fees here) Bilt Obsidian Card (Rates and fees here) Bilt Palladium Card (Rates and fees here) Rove Miles Silo Markets Rakuten ($50 bonus here) Kalshi Prediction Market Alila Ventana Big Sur The Big A## Calendar Award Search Tools Award Wallet Points Path Chrome Extension Google Flights AwardTool ($20 off annual plans with code ALLTHEHACKS) Expert Flyer ATH Podcast Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: podcast@chrishutchins.com Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (01:27) Reactions to Bilt’s New Card Lineup (04:08) Breakdown of the 3 New Bilt Cards (05:14) Should You Convert, Apply Fresh, Or Keep the Wells Fargo Card? (08:16) Questions Around Bilt Cash (09:50) The Bilt Card Chris Is Leaning Towards (15:03) Why Bilt's New Earnings Might Be Better Than It Looks (20:03) Mesa's Overnight Shutdown (24:25) Silo Markets Brokerage Bonus (29:54) What’s Coming Up in 2026 For Points, Loyalty, And Cards (32:25) Thoughts on the Southwest Companion Pass (35:26) Implications of the Proposed 10% Interest Rate Cap on Credit Cards (38:19) Will Points Tools Get Better in 2026? (40:02) Why 2026 Might Be Quiet on Major Credit Card Changes (43:18) How Brian Decides Whether an Annual Fee Card is Worth Keeping (46:50) Chris’ Order of Operations For Analyzing Cards (51:42) Ways to Plan A Trip Using Points (57:49) How Brian Leverages Flexibility for Travel (01:00:04) Strategies for Booking Flights (01:03:23) The Best Award Flight Search Tools (01:04:58) Booking Hotels With Points (01:09:38) Timeshares: When They Make Sense (and When They Don’t) (01:11:51) Using Alerts to Monitor Award Availability (01:13:12) Changing the Connecting City After Booking a Flight (01:15:14) Business Cards for Personal Spend (and Vice Versa) (01:17:09) What to Do When You Stop Getting Approved for Cards Connect with Chris Newsletter | Membership | X | Instagram | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 1h 24m 13s | ||||||
| 1/14/26 | ![]() Goals, Tools, and Mindset Shifts for a Better 2026 with Kevin Rose | #261: Chris and Kevin reflect on 2025’s biggest wins and lessons, then dive into how they're planning 2026. They share their goals, the tools they're using, and why they're designing a year that’s easier, not just more optimized. Kevin Rose is the host of Diggnation and a partner at True Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm that has invested over $4 billion in a portfolio of over 400+ founders. Kevin previously founded Zero and Oak, and was a partner at Google Ventures. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/reflecting-and-planning-2026 Partner Deals Wispr Flow: Try effortless voice dictation for free LMNT: Free sample pack of my favorite electrolyte drink mix Copilot Money: Free 2 months access to my favorite personal finance app with code HACKS2 Fabric: Affordable term life insurance for you and your family Gelt: Skip the waitlist on personalized tax guidance to maximize your wealth For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Kevin Rose: Diggnation | Newsletter Books The Wealth Ladder by Nick Maggiulli Rework by Jason Fried Fizzy Jesse Itzler: Plan An Incredible 2026 In 12 Minutes Podcasts The Daily Churn New Modern Mom: Do you need a house manager? Duolingo Games Magazine Subscription Bram Cohen Puzzles The Big A## Calendar ATH Podcast Newsletter Chris’ Card Optimizer Tool Ep #99: 7 Questions to Make 2025 Your Best Year Yet Ep #213: The 5 Types of Wealth with Sahil Bloom Ep #259: Choosing the Problems Worth Struggling For with Mark Manson Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: podcast@chrishutchins.com Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (00:45) Kevin's 2025 Goals & How They Came to Fruition (04:34) Chris's Challenging End to 2025 (06:53) How Chris is Approaching Optimization in 2026 (09:33) Stepping Up Your Ability to Spend Money (15:55) What Chris and Kevin Changed Their Minds About in 2025 (20:11) The Many Different Uses of AI (29:16) Chris's Energy Generators and Drainers (33:40) Kevin's Energy Generators and Drainers (36:56) Decluttering for A Peace of Mind (41:09) How To Identify The Boat Anchors in Your Life (49:18) Chris's Hits and Misses in 2025 (52:10) Kevin's Hits and Misses for 2025 (54:19) How Kevin Plans His Year Ahead (57:53) Outsourcing to Make Things Easier (01:05:12) Focus on Making Lasting Memories (01:06:34) Ways to Pick Up New Skills (01:09:36) The Life Blender Concept Connect with Chris Newsletter | Membership | X | Instagram | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 1h 15m 49s | ||||||
| 1/7/26 | ![]() Top 10 Takeaways from 2025 | #260: Chris distills the most powerful lessons from over 50 episodes in 2025 into 10 actionable takeaways that changed how he thinks about money, time, health, relationships, purpose, and more. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/top-takeaways-2025-optimize-money-travel-life Partner Deals Gusto: Free 3-month trial of the #1 payroll software Notion: Try Notion Agent free to automate tedious tasks and streamline your work Superhuman: Free month of the fastest and best email with code ALLTHEHACKS DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web Bilt Rewards: Earn the most valuable points when you pay rent For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned The 5 Types of Wealth: A Transformative Guide to Design Your Dream Life The Wealth Ladder: Proven Strategies for Every Step of Your Financial Life Die With Zero: Getting All You Can from Your Money and Your Life ATH Podcast Ep #91: Die With Zero: Net Fulfillment Over Net Worth with Bill Perkins Ep #213: The 5 Types of Wealth with Sahil Bloom Ep #215: Medical Travel: Better Care and Lower Costs for Surgery, IVF, Dental, Advanced Screenings and More with Josef Woodman Ep #217: Top AI Tools, Insurance Planning for Fires and More Listener Q&A with Kevin Rose Ep #230: The Wealth Ladder: Proven Strategies for Every Step of Your Financial Life with Nick Maggiulli Ep #233: Money: What Each Generation Gets Right (& Wrong) with Ben Carlson Ep #239: Mini Retirements: How to Take a Break Sooner That Could Also Boost Your Career and Income with Jillian Johnsrud Ep #248: How to Stop Over-Optimizing and Focus on What Matters with Tim Ferriss Ep #249: Earn More Points in Multiplayer Mode with Kai Ep #251: How to Focus on What Matters and Let Go of the Rest with Ryan Holiday Ep #252: Family Travel on Points: Tips, Tricks and Tactics with Nick Reyes Ep #254: The Cost of Always Optimizing with Chris and Amy Ep #256: The Easy Way to Build and Maintain Meaningful Relationships with Nick Gray Ep #259: Choosing the Problems Worth Struggling For with Mark Manson Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: podcast@chrishutchins.com Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (01:24) #1: True Wealth Is Multidimensional (03:13) #2: Focus on What Moves the Needle (10:24) #3: Build a Portfolio That Can Weather Any Storm (13:40) #4: Scale Horizontally, Not Vertically (17:04) #5: Stop Waiting for the Perfect Time (22:38) #6: Scale Yourself With Technology (25:36) #7: You Need to Be the CEO of Your Own Health (29:54) #8: Prioritize Friendship Like You Prioritize Your Health (33:25) #9: Your Purpose Is Already Here, You’re Just Too Close to See It (36:13) #10: The Ultimate Optimization Is Knowing When to Stop (38:44) Bonus: Optimize for What Matters Connect with Chris Newsletter | Membership | X | Instagram | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 37m 24s | ||||||
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