Podcasts by Milenomics ² Podcast - No Annual Fee Edition

Manifesto Episode 28: Bilt Rewards with Richard Kerr from 2021-09-21T13:00:15

Today's Podcast comes to you from Gideon The Freequent Flyer who has Listen

Episode 5: September 2021 Disney World Trip Report w/Joe Cheung from 2021-09-10T13:30:56

Today we're releasing an episode of "Checking In with Robert Dwyer" that's normally reserved for subscribers of the Milenomics Podcast Network. R...

Episode 57: Heightened Offers from Bank of America from 2021-08-17T05:28:47

Four great credit card welcome bonuses to consider from Bank of America. Let’s discuss them, how we’d prioritize them, and also navigating the complicated and ever-changing approval standards ov...

Episode 56: 5x Categories and Opportunities and a 67,000 Mile Offer from 2021-06-16T13:38:24

On today's No Annual Fee show we discuss:

0:30 Q3 2021 5x Categories

• Chase Freedom
• Grocery Stores
• Select Streaming Services
• Discover
• Rest...
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Episode 55: Heightened CSP Bonus, Schwab Cashout Rumors&A New Airport Lounge from 2021-06-05T14:57:21

A Hot news week has us sitting down to discuss the following: 0:29 Chase Sapphire Preferred 100,000

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Episode 54: New Routes, New Airlines, New Welcome Bonuses from 2021-05-21T21:09:33

0:30 JetBlue New York - London Now Bookable

• Direct Link
• Website was down when they released these (classic JetB...
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Episode 53: Status Through Spend, New Routes, Devaluations&Singular Use Programs from 2021-04-08T16:01:30

0:23 Earn Singapore Status Through Bank Point Transfer (link)

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Wrapping up the Milenomics Second Podcast (MSP) Season 1 from 2021-04-06T14:03:35

Many of you reading this might not even know there is a podcast called The Milenomics Second Podcast (MSP). We're celebrating on the blog today the ending of season 1 of the Milenomics Second Po...

Episode 52: Q2 5x Categories, Transfer Bonuses, and Heightened Welcome Offers from 2021-03-23T12:54

We've got a full show today. Let's get right into it...

0:25 Q2 2021 5x Categories

• Chase Freedom
• Gas Stations
• Home Improvement Stores
• Discover Listen

The Manifesto Episode 20: With Charlie Barkowski from Running With Miles from 2021-03-17T03:43:02

Last year year we launched a podcast network, adding the Manifesto hosted by Gideon the ...

Episode 51: All This Amex Stuff (Credits and More) from 2021-03-08T14:09:07

Robert:

Amex has been ratcheting up the complexity on their offers and benefits. Partially due to covid, wanting to retain customers, and wanting to maintain and build engagement. The ...

Episode 50: Luxury Family Travel, Points&Miles, and Disney w/Robin from Luxe Recess from 2021-01-26T10:00:04

Robert chats with Robin Hutson from Luxe Recess about luxury family travel trends, blending points & miles with a trip booked through a full-service travel agency, and where families are goi...

Episode 49: Grand Reserve World Mastercard from 2021-01-20T20:52:37

I received an offer via email the other day for a wine-focused rewards credit card I've been monitoring for a while, the Grand Reserve World Mastercard.

They've temporarily bumped the ...

Episode 48: Booking Travel in 2021 from 2021-01-16T15:53:47

We're back today with a show we've talked about recording for some time now. The topic of booking travel in 2021 is a unique one because this is a very unique time in travel, miles and points. ...

Episode 47: Amex Enhances, Virgin Atlantic Devalues, and New Year Opportunities from 2021-01-06T14:30:02

We're back with a packed No Annual Fee episode of the podcast. Let's get right into it...

0:22 2021 Amex Perks/Offers (Listen

Episode 46: Making Money by Investing in Mutual Savings Banks from 2020-11-17T23:08:11

On today's podcast I chat with Bram Berkowitz to discuss investing in mutual savings banks. I first became familiar with the topic from an excellent article he wrote:

See: Listen

Episode 45: Heightened Credit Card Offers, an Air Transfer Bonus, and a Juicy Grocery Promo from 2020-11-12T13:42:38

On this week's "No Annual Fee" podcast we discuss...

0:25 Amex Personal Gold/Platinum Offers through Resy (HT DDG Listen

The Manifesto Episode 13: Deep Dive into Galveston, TX with Kelly de Schaun from 2020-10-23T13:38:20

Earlier this year we launched a podcast network, adding the Manifesto hosted by Gideon t...

Episode 44: All About Amex (in 10 minutes) from 2020-10-09T13:58:14

Today we're doing 10 minutes on the podcast All About Amex. This post is a companion piece to that audio.

The goal here is to describe the "quirks and features" (as Doug DeMuro would s...

Episode 43: Compelling Amex Offers, Grocery Rewards, and a Deflagged Hyatt from 2020-08-07T15:17:14

0:25 Stop & Shop Rewards can now be used for Groceries (Milenomics Slack)

• 1 point per dollar ea...
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Episode 42: Manufactured Spend Setbacks and Opportunities, and Limited-time Promotions from 2020-07-10T19:43

Today we're back with a standard No Annual Fee episode.  We do the news, and then talk Personal Finance and Amex Small Business Credits.

0:30 GiftCards.com joins giftcardmall with $2...

Episode 41: Milenomics Second Podcast Preview–Wine Deals from 2020-06-30T10:16:13

A couple months ago we launched the Milenomics Podcast Network which now includes thre...

Episode 40: Summer Travel, AirBnB / VRBO Vacation Rentals from 2020-06-26T14:03:24

We're back with a bit of a stretch for our 'short cut' topic.  Robert and I sat down to have a quick chat about our upcoming summer travel plans, both of which revolve around vacation renta...

Episode 39: Emirates Fuel Surcharges/Instagram Live from 2020-06-02T13:35:23

Update: Here's link to the Instagram Live video

Last week Emirates Listen

Episode 38: Maximizing Amex 20,000 Point Referrals from 2020-04-16T19:28:34

We've been seeing [targeted] heightened 20,000 Membership Reward "Blue Star" referrals come and go on Amex Business Platinum and Personal Gold cards. Right now they seem to be "in season" with a hi...

Special Episode 37: 1-Star Reviews of 4-Star Hotel from 2020-04-07T02:58:19

This episode was originally released last July 4th for our Patreon members. We're releasing it here for all readers and listeners of the Podcast. May...

Episode 36: Is Credit Monitoring Still Important? from 2020-03-30T11:11:36

Welcome to another episode of Short Cuts on our No Annual Fee Podcast. I recently applied for a Home Equity Line of Credit and noticed that my FICO score was a bit lower than I expected. It got me...

Episode 35 The Game Continues: Where do We Go From Here? from 2020-03-13T00:06:07

Welcome to another episode of Short Cuts on our No Annual Fee Podcast. Today we talk about where the points & miles game fits in the context of a pandemic like we're currently experiencing. W...

Episode 34 Coronavirus travel deals: Where are we seeing opportunities? from 2020-03-11T11:40:56

Welcome to another episode of Short Cuts on our No Annual Fee Podcast. Today we're talking about opportunities for travel deals surrounding Coronavirus. Not necessarily for travel in the near term...

Episode 33: Negotiating Coronavirus Change Waivers from 2020-03-10T22:04:52

We're trying something different on our No Annual Fee Podcast this week with a format called Short Cuts. In Short Cuts we'll cover the latest points & miles news, and our take on recent develo...

Episode 32: How to Salvage Travel Plans After AA Account Shutdown from 2020-02-18T23:55:43

We've not put out a free episode of the Milenomics² podcast since last year--The success of the paid show led us to focus on the thriving community o...

Episode 31: The Hotel Status Loyalty Trap from 2019-08-02T21:17:07

0:42 Bank of America $300 Personal Checking Bonus (HT DoC)

• Requires $4,000 Dire...
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Episode 30: 5 Irrational Fears Around Points&Miles from 2019-07-13T16:45:18

Today we're back with what turns out to be a meaty review of core Milenomics philosophies, but first the news...

0:30 Citi Double Cash to Earn TYP? (HT Listen

Episode 29: Qantas Devaluation, Grocery Promos, and 5x Opportunities from 2019-06-21T21:00:26

On this week's No Annual Fee Edition of the podcast we discuss: 0:30 Q3 5x Categories Announced

• Chase Freedom: Gas and streaming services
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Episode 28: Award Travel Questions From Those Just Starting Out from 2019-06-15T04:22:56

Today we're answering questions posed by 'future' listeners of this very podcast.  These are questions from those of you new to points & miles, and maybe you haven't yet found this site.  Along...

Episode 27: Six Credit Cards You Should Never Cancel from 2019-06-07T21:43:19

We're back with news, and a discussion around credit cards you should never close.  Share your 'must keep' cards in the comments below, and enjoy!

0:33 25% Transfer Bonus from Citi (others...

Episode 26: AA Mobile Award Space, New MR Transfer Partner, Historic Delta Sign Up Bonuses, Speedway, Safeway & Stop & Shop Deals from 2019-05-31T22:13:29

News


0:35 [Sam] AA Showing More Award Space on Mobile? (link)

Seems to be that there’s a new search interface and a legacy one
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Episode 25: What 5 Cards Should You Put in Your Spouse’s Wallet? from 2019-05-23T00:53:19

A fun week here on the No Annual Fee Podcast, where we're discussing the following:

News

0:32 Italian-issued Tickets for Fun and Profit (link)

Probably best to keep thi...

Episode 24: Online 1% Billpay w/Credit Card, Loyalty Partnerships, and New Discover 5% Categories from 2019-05-17T17:24:01

Some lucrative promos and heightened offers this week...
0:33 [Widely Targeted, check email associated with existing account] Plastiq 1% Mastercard CC Payments on Plastiq

Schedule up...

Episode 23: No Lifetime Language Hilton Cards, 5X UR For Bill Pay, United Shopping Promo & More from 2019-05-09T16:09:53

Today we do a quick rundown of the news. Including the following:

0:33 Simon Mall Purchases No Longer Earning Rewards on Amex Cards? (link)

Stopped earning for Sign up Bonus som...

Episode 22: “Etihad Awards, New Avios Rates, Fee Free Visa and MCGC, and More of Robert’s European Vacation” from 2019-05-05T08:23:24

Last week we had our first ever cliffhanger episode--this week we're back to finish the story of Robert's European Vacation.  We also cover some great news on the redemption side, as well as option...

Episode 21: Boutique European Hotels, Virgin Atlantic Upper Class Review, London, Venice and Rome With a Family of Four from 2019-04-25T22:08:17

And….We’re Back! Spring break is over and we’re here with a jam packed episode. Today we cover:  News: 0:30 Chase 30% Transfer Bonus to...

Episode 20: “Fee Free MCGC, 8X Fuel Rewards on Happy Cards, Higher CC Offers & More” from 2019-03-23T22:46:50

Welcome to Episode 20 of the No Annual Fee Milenomics² Podcast. On Today’s show we discuss: 0:36 Fee-free Mastercard GCs at Staples (link) 3/24-3/30...

Episode 19: A Rare Chase Shutdown Reversal, Airport Lounges, 75k Hawaiian Offer, BOS-NYC Ride-Sharing & More from 2019-03-15T14:13:58

0:37 Chase Hyatt Offer: 2 Free Nights + $50 Statement Credit (link) Unclear whether this is limited to Category 1-7 (30,000 category) -or- 1-8...

Episode 18: Southwest Flies to Hawaii (Without Us), AA Rebates Going Away, Avianca Lifemiles Transfer Bonus, What Would Strengthen Bank Points? from 2019-03-09T23:40:11

We’re back this week with another extended episode where we cover: News: 0:45 Southwest announces flights to Hawaii (link) Flying as soon as March...

Episode 17: Chase Closed All My Accounts, Help! from 2019-03-02T14:09:40

Update (3/15): We update the story in this podcast about a Chase Shutdown in Episode 19. Including how the listener was able to convince...

Episode 16: “Should I Ever Buy Airline Miles? Ebates Now Partnering with American Express, $750 Wells Fargo Business Credit Card Offer & More” from 2019-02-21T01:43:37

We’re back with a Jam Packed show this week. New Ebates/MR partnership, Negative changes from AA/Amex, and A new reader question.  0:40 Ebates Membership...

Episode 15: Juicy Award Search Tool, Revived Ultra-premium Card, Avoiding Close-in Booking Fees and more from 2019-02-11T22:58:53

On this week’s show we discuss: 0:35 Juicy Miles Award Search Tool (link) Performs award searches across bank point and frequent flyer programs Some...

Episode 13 & 14: A Deep Dive into American Express 5 Card Strategies from 2019-02-01T15:18:12

We’ve got a special “double episode” of the No Annual Fee version of the Milenomics² Podcast this week. In this episode we do a...

Episode 12: The Lemoney Saga Continues, $100 Fidelity 2% Card Bonus, Staples $200 Fee Free Cards & Chase Southwest Card Deal/Not a Deal Discussion from 2019-01-18T22:02:16

We’ve got a jam packed No Annual Fee version of the Milenomics² Podcast this week. 0:36 Lemoney follow-up (link) Post seemed to trigger tracking...

Episode 11: Bank of America Anti-Churning, Lemoney Gets Juiced, Is the CNB Crystal the Best Premium Card? from 2019-01-13T23:15:46

We’re back discussing a few bonuses this week along with some terrible news from Bank of America.  Along while discussing how and why to...