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July 5, 2023
Traveling to Save Money, Betting on Yourself, and Streamlining Life Decisions with Nuseir Yassin
#123: Top vlogger and world traveler, Nuseir Yassin joins Chris to discuss the transformative power of travel and how it can help you save money. They share insights on connecting with local communities in new places, the joys and complexities of traveling with a partner, and dig deep into their personal travel goals. They also explore topics like the difference between being kind and nice, underrated countries to visit and the concept of mental poverty. Nuseir Yassin, better known as @NasDai...
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June 28, 2023
Cooking at Home: Delicious Food Made Easy with David Chang
#122: Culinary icon David Chang joins Chris to explore the wonders of cooking at home and the importance of understanding food science. They discuss the power of the heavily underutilized microwave, debunk myths around its safety and share uncommon things to cook in it. The episode also covers a range of topics from their favorite home cooking techniques to underrated ingredients and spices, using the freezer as a way to preserve food and many other tricks to empower you to become the master of ...
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June 21, 2023
The Ultimate Home Buying Guide: Finding Deals, Picking an Agent, Tax Strategies, Negotiating Offers and More with David Greene and Rob Abasolo
#121: Real-estate pros David Greene and Rob Abasolo join Chris to help you master the entire home buying process from start to finish. They discuss essential considerations before buying a home, tax advantages, strategies for finding the right agent and ways to optimize the due diligence process. They also cover effective tactics for writing and negotiating offers, common oversights during inspections, and different financing options. David Greene (@DavidGreene24) and Rob Abasolo (@Robuilt) c...
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June 14, 2023
Mailbag #9: Best Two-Card Combos, Travel Tactics, Finance Apps, Health Tricks and More
#120: Host Chris Hutchins shares a ton of amazing tips, questions and wins from listeners. He covers a range of topics including the best two credit card combos, United Airlines’s recent points devaluation, ways to maximize travel points and monitor hotel price drops. Chris also draws from his personal experiences to share travel tactics learned from recent trips to New York and Cabo, along with other valuable tactics related to health, personal finance, cell phones, and more. Partner Deal...
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June 7, 2023
Building Wealth Through Boring Businesses and Other Contrarian Ways To Live and Invest with Codie Sanchez
#119: Entrepreneur and investor, Codie Sanchez joins to discuss unconventional ways to create wealth through often-overlooked “boring” businesses like laundromats, car washes and vending machines. She also shares her expertise in the art of deal-making, financing options for buying a business, diversifying investments, and applying contrarian thought into our daily routines and relationships. Codie Sanchez (@CodieSanchez) is the founder and CEO of Contrarian Thinking, a media company and news...
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May 31, 2023
Unleashing the Power of Kindness, Self-Awareness, and Passion with Gary Vaynerchuk
#118: Serial entrepreneur and bestselling author, Gary Vaynerchuk joins Chris to discuss cultivating happiness by embracing kindness, enhancing self-awareness, and finding a balance between things you love. He and Chris also dig deep into the power of taking ownership of our actions and choices, making amends with people and share tips on raising confident and resilient kids by instilling practical self-esteem. Gary Vaynerchuk (@garyvee) is the Chairman of VaynerX, CEO of VaynerMedia, CEO of ...
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May 24, 2023
Navigating a High Rate Market: Buying a Home, Preparing for a Recession and Where to Put Cash with Ben Carlson
#117: Author and financial advisor Ben Carlson joins Chris to share insights on the current state of the market. They discuss the impact of aggressive Fed rate hikes and the unintended consequences, including the debt ceiling and regional bank collapses. Ben also shares his expertise on where to park cash, comparing I bonds, high-yield savings, short-term Treasury ETFs. Finally they offer strategies for buying a home and lowering mortgage payments in this high-rate environment. Ben Carlson (@...
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May 17, 2023
Simplify Decision Making, Reduce Stress and Improve Your Life with Sahil Bloom
#116: Investor and entrepreneur Sahil Bloom joins Chris to discuss ways of optimizing life through the power of (philosophical) razors. Sahil shares his insights on simplifying the decision-making process to lead a meaningful life filled with optimal outcomes. They explore a range of topics from finding the right people to surround yourself with, seizing rare opportunities, starting conversations, choosing between career paths to expanding your luck surface area and more! Sahil Bloom (@SahilB...
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May 10, 2023
Iceland: Planning an Epic Adventure with Brandon Presser
#115: Award-winning travel writer, Brandon Presser joins Chris to share the beauty and wonder of Iceland. They discuss everything you need to know to plan the ideal trip, including when to visit, suggested itineraries, cultural norms and social etiquette, top hot springs, waterfalls and hiking destinations, the perfect season to chase the Northern Lights and novelty Icelandic cuisine. Finally, Chris offers tips on how to maximize your points and miles to make your Iceland trip more affordable an...
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May 3, 2023
Money Talks: Navigating Uncomfortable Conversations with Loved Ones with Erin Lowry
#114: Personal finance expert and and author, Erin Lowry joins Chris to discuss the importance of having financial conversations with your parents, including sharing some specific scripts for initiating the discussion. They also cover financial advisors, estate planning, prenups/postnups, lending money to friends and more! Erin Lowry (@brokemillennialblog), best know for her three-part ‘Broke Millennial’ book series, is on a mission to help millennials navigate the complex world of personal f...
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April 26, 2023
Unlocking the Power of Plastic: Maximizing Your Hidden Credit Card Benefits
#113: Chris takes listeners on a journey into the world of credit card perks, revealing little-known benefits that can save you thousands of dollars. From travel insurance and purchase protection to rental car discounts and concierge services, Chris unveils a wealth of insider tips to help you get the most out of your credit card. Whether you're a seasoned cardholder or just starting out, you won't want to miss this eye-opening exploration of the hidden gems hiding in your wallet. Partner ...
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April 19, 2023
Money + Relationships: Building and Living Your Rich Life Together with Ramit Sethi
#112: Bestselling author Ramit Sethi joins Chris to discuss money and relationships. They talk about building a shared vision for a rich life, the importance of normalizing conversations about money, practical tips for managing finances together. Ramit and Chris also offer advice about how to move beyond surface-level conversations to ask more meaningful questions, highlight the importance of identifying red and green flags in your relationship, and share best practices to help you achieve finan...
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April 12, 2023
Mailbag #8: Earning More Points, Top Listener Tips, Monitoring Price Drops, Paying Taxes on a Credit Card and More
#111: Host Chris Hutchins covers top tips from listeners, paying taxes with your credit card, tactics for earning more points, monitoring flights for fare drops, hotel discounts, southwest companion pass and more. This episode is packed with so many great tips and tricks! Partner Deals (Advertiser Disclosure) For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals ATH Links ATH Membership Chris' Card Optimizer Tool Ep104: Optimizing Your Insuran...
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April 5, 2023
Travel Smarter, Cheaper and Longer with Nomadic Matt
#110: Travel expert and author Nomadic Matt (Matt Kepnes), joins Chris to reflect on their most unforgettable travel experiences and discuss the importance of staying flexible, embracing a slow travel philosophy, and living in the moment. Matt also offers insights on travel insurance, and shares his top picks for off-the-beaten-path travel destinations, must-have travel gear, and effective strategies for planning a budget-friendly trip. Matthew Kepnes (@nomadicmatt) is a bestselling author an...
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March 29, 2023
Living a Happier Life, Saying No, and Prioritizing Goals with Derek Sivers
#108: Writer and entrepreneur Derek Sivers joins Chris to discuss decision-making, having meaningful experiences, personal happiness, journaling, saying no, and parenting. They also touch on the subject of traveling with children and aligning your actions and personal values to achieve goals in life Derek Sivers (@sivers) is an entrepreneur, writer, musician, and self-proclaimed "slow thinker" who has optimized his life for creating and learning. He founded CD Baby, an online platform that he...
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March 24, 2023
Journey to Antarctica: Exploring the Beauty and Luxury of the 7th Continent with Leigh Rowan
#108: Travel expert Leigh Rowan joins Chris to discuss his most recent trip to the interior of the ice-capped continent of Antarctica. Leigh describes the luxurious dwellings and unique expeditions available to tourists and breaks down the cost of a breathtaking journey to one of the world's coldest, windiest, and most desolate continents. Leigh Rowan (@leighrowan) is the founder and CEO of Savanti Travel, a travel management company for executives, and the former COO of The Points Guy. ...
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March 22, 2023
Italy Unlocked: Insider Tips, Must-See Destinations and Booking Flights/Hotels on Points with Leigh Rowan
#107: Italy travel expert Leigh Rowan joins Chris for a third time to discuss all things Italy. Leigh talks about why he feels most at home in the country with the most spectacular cuisine, gorgeous coastlines, ancient ruins, and rich history. He provides money-saving tips, gives suggestions on where to stay, reveals his favorite off-the-beaten-path locations for an authentically local experience, and explains why life is better in Italy. They also discuss the best ways to use your points and mi...
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March 15, 2023
Mailbag #7: Listener Tips, SVB Collapse, Treasury Bills, Bank Bonuses, Top Deals and More
#106: Host Chris Hutchins shares top tips from listeners, thoughts on the SVB collapse, some great deals to take advantage of now ways to invest in treasury bills, ways to get deals on concert/theatre tickets, how he's investing and a lot more. This episode is packed with so many great tips, tricks and deals! Partner Deals (Advertiser Disclosure) Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web Shopify: $1/...
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March 8, 2023
Overcoming Fear, Processing Failure, and Why Having a Plan B Holds You Back with Matt Higgins
#105: Serial entrepreneur Matt Higgins joins Chris discuss how people can stop getting held back from their full potential. They talk about why a backup plan might be what's holding them back. They also lay out a framework to get over reservations, understand your motivations, overcome fears, process failures and handle crises. Matt Higgins (@mhiggins) is a successful businessman and author. He is currently the Co-founder/CEO of RSE Ventures, but previously was the youngest press secretary in...
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March 1, 2023
Optimizing Your Insurance Policies (Auto, Home/Renters, Umbrella, Life, Disability, Pet, and Travel)
#104: In this episode, Chris covers all things insurance. He explains the process he went through to reduce the cost of his insurance policies as much as possible while still maintaining adequate coverage from a reputable carrier. He discusses auto, home, renters, umbrella, personal articles, life, disability, pet, and travel insurance. Chris also talks about the policies he has been concentrating on lately, and shares resources to help listeners save money. Partner Deals For all the deals...
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Feb. 22, 2023
Determination, Achieving the Impossible and Pursuing Your Passion with Tony Hawk
#103: Skateboarding legend Tony Hawk joins Chris to discuss his extraordinary career and how drive, tenacity, and motivation made it all possible. Tony also shares his favorite travel destinations, offers guidance on following your passion, and reveals where he's currently focusing his time/energy. Tony Hawk (@tonyhawk) is a professional skateboarder and highly successful entrepreneur. He’s invented dozens of moves, won 73 titles, was a world champion 12 years in a row, and, in one of skatebo...
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Feb. 15, 2023
Traveling to Japan with Points & Miles
#102: Host Chris Hutchins (@hutchins) breaks down the different ways you can use your points and miles for free flights to Japan. He also discusses how to use your points for free hotel/resort stays in Japan, and shares some of the best credit card bonuses right now for quickly rack up points for your next trip. Partner Deals (Advertiser Disclosure) For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to our Partner Deals Selected Links From The Episode Fifth Freedom Fl...
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Feb. 8, 2023
Planning the Best Japan Trip Ever with Brandon Pressor
#101: Travel writer Brandon Presser joins Chris to discuss all things Japan. They cover why they both love the country so much, what makes it worth a visit, where you should go, what you should see and do, and all the incredible foods you should be trying (including their favorite spots to eat at). Brandon Presser (@brandpress) is a freelance travel writer who has lived in Japan twice, written 3 books on the country and has traveled there in all but one of the last 20 years. Aside from Japan,...
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Feb. 1, 2023
Reflecting on the Podcast, Valuing Time and Focusing on the Year Ahead with Brad Barrett
#100: Financial independence (FI) expert Brad Barrett joins Chris to reflect on getting to 100 episodes of the podcast. They share some major lessons they've learned recently, discuss how to value their time and share how they plan to apply these lessons in 2023. They also share plenty of recommendations and tips along the way. Brad Barrett (@bradchoosefi) is the co-host of ChooseFI, the top podcast on financial independence with more than a million monthly listeners. Brad became financially ...