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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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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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1 Earning Points on Taxes, Navigating Market Volatility, Stacking Deals and More 45:09
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#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-credit-card-2025-musings Partner Deals Facet: Personalized Financial Planning + $250 enrollment fee waived Storyworth: Share your mother's stories in a custom book (+ $10 off) Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn Gelt: Skip the waitlist on personalized tax guidance to maximize your wealth 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 Credit Cards Best Cards Page 100k Welcome Bonus Offer IRS Authorized Payment Providers: Pay1040 | ACI Payments Business Payment Platforms: Plastiq | Melio Flight Tracker: Flighty CardPointers Pro : 30% off here Rakuten : $30 bonus here Savewise : 20% off with ALLTHEHACKS20 Kudos : $20 bonus here Hyatt Offer: $100 Off Peloton NordVPN Ben Carlon’s Chart: 31 Years of Stock Market Returns Wealthfront : Get $5k managed free and get a 0.5% APY boost ATH Podcast Ep #59: Save Money, Build Wealth and Just Keep Buying with Nick Maggiulli Ep #194: The Simple Path to Wealth and FU Money with JL Collins Newsletter Deals Page Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: podcast@allthehacks.com Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:20) Quick Reminder About Upcoming Tax Payments (03:39) Why and When You Should Pay Taxes on Your Credit Card (08:08) Paying Taxes on a Credit Card to Leverage Welcome Offers (09:22) How to Maximize a Credit Card Welcome Bonus of 100K (13:26) Three Tips from a Recent Trip to Colorado (18:39) A Great Way to Teach Kids About Money and Make a Profit (22:13) Stacking Offers to Get 30% Off Peloton Bikes (28:07) How to Use a VPN to Find Better Deals (29:55) Why It Might Be Cheaper to Pay with Different Currencies (31:52) The Recent U.S. Stock Market Decline (38:53) Chris' Personal Strategy for the 10% Market Drop (40:50) The Importance of Diversifying Your Portfolio (42:12) Tax Loss Harvesting and Why It's a Good Time to Consider It 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…
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1 Deep Dive on Credit Reports, Scores, and Their Real-World Impact 1:05:35
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#221: The ultimate guide to credit reports and scores—how they’re calculated, what affects them, and proven ways to improve them. Specially, I'll cover how opening lots of credit cards impacts your credit. You'll also learn how to check your credit reports and scores for free, dispute errors, understand lender scoring models, protect your financial health, and more. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/credit-reports-credit-scores Partner Deals Superhuman: Free month of the fastest and best email with code ALLTHEHACKS Upwork: Free job posting to find, hire, and pay top freelance talent Fabric: Affordable term life insurance for you and your family MasterClass: Learn from the world's best with 15% off Copilot: Free 2 months access to my favorite personal finance app with code HACKS2 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 Credit Bureaus Equifax Experian TransUnion Free Credit Report: AnnualCreditReport.com Credit Monitoring: Credit Karma | Experian Credit Reporting Agencies Innovis Chex Clarity Services National Consumer Telecom & Utilities Exchange Early Warning Consumer Report LexisNexis Free FICO Scores: myFICO | Experian X Post on Couple’s Credit Card Journey International Credit Data: Nova Credit Business Credit Scores Equifax Business Experian Dun & Bradstreet LexisNexis Business Credit Data: Small Business Financial Exchange Article: Understanding Business Credit Scores ATH Podcast Ep #78: Action List: Everything You Can Do To Protect Your Identity, Accounts, Credit and Family Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: podcast@allthehacks.com Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:03) Quick Background of the Credit Report Industry (04:54) What’s on Your Credit Report (06:45) Soft vs. Hard Inquiries (10:04) How to Request Your Credit Report for Free (10:59) Filing for Disputes (12:37) Freezing Your Credit, Fraud Alerts, and Credit Monitoring (18:46) Credit Reporting Agencies (24:06) How to Remove Your Personal Information Online (26:24) Quick Overview of Credit Scores (29:36) How Credit Scores Are Calculated (35:33) FICO Score vs. Vantage Score (38:12) Upcoming (Big) Changes to Credit Scores (40:27) Where to Find Your Credit Scores (42:00) Analyzing Chris' Credit Scores (46:59) Two Main Factors That Impacted Chris’ Credit Score (48:58) How the Points & Miles Game Impacts Credit Scores (53:12) The Impact of Closing a Credit Card (56:36) Ways to Improve Your Credit Score (59:21) Adding an Authorized User to Your Credit Card (1:01:59) How to Leverage Your International Credit Score (1:02:53) Quick Overview of Business Credit Scores 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…
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1 Rethinking Elite Status and Smarter Ways to Earn and Use Points 51:31
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#220: Is chasing elite status worth it? Chris shares his journey of earning elite status with 8 hotel and airline loyalty programs for 2025, weighing the pros and cons amid recent devaluations. He also highlights listener stories showcasing over $100,000 in combined savings through smart points and miles strategies. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/rethinking-elite-status-listener-wins Partner Deals Thrive Market: 30% off your first order of organic groceries + a free $60 gift Gelt: Skip the waitlist on personalized tax guidance to maximize your wealth LMNT: Free sample pack of my favorite electrolyte drink mix Bilt Rewards: Earn the most valuable points when you pay rent Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Bilt Air France-KLM Flying Blue Status Match Marriott Free Breakfast Article Marriott Secret Award Chart Loyalty Point Hunters Credit Cards Alaska Airlines® Business Card AAdvantage Business™ World Elite Mastercard Citi Strata Premier℠ Card Automate Card-Linked Offers CardPointers Pro : 30% off here or 50% off for ATH members SaveWise Prenuvo: Get $300 off a whole body scan TV Show Recommendations: Paradise Landman Silo The Day of the Jackal Free Unclaimed Money Site Pic of Brandon at Lowe’s ATH Podcast Ep #101: Planning the Best Japan Trip Ever with Brandon Pressor Ep #102: Traveling to Japan with Points & Miles Ep #166: Best Award Search Tools for Booking Flights with Points & Miles with Greg the Frequent Miler Ep #182: Shortcuts to Elite Travel Status with Greg the Frequent Miler Ep #216: Purpose, Friendship, and Human Skills with Simon Sinek Ep #215: Medical Travel: Better Care and Lower Costs for Surgery, IVF, Dental, Advanced Screenings and More with Josef Woodman Iceland 2025 Trip Membership Newsletter Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Email for questions, hacks, wins, deals, and feedback: podcast@allthehacks.com Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:06) Quick Overview (03:13) Southwest Airlines: A-List Status (07:43) United and Delta Status (11:16) Earning American Airlines Status (13:58) The Perks of Marriott Elite Status (19:55) Achieving Top-Tier Hyatt Status (23:56) Hilton Honors Elite Status (25:01) Is Chasing Status Actually Worth It? (32:26) Leveraging Card-Linked Offers and Tools to Automate (40:52) TV Show Recommendations (41:53) How to Avoid Uber Fees Abroad (42:16) Get Free Unclaimed Money From Your State (44:26) Amazing Listener Wins 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…
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1 20+ Airport Hacks for Faster Security, Immigration, and Boarding with Leigh Rowan 1:03:27
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#219: Learn every way to skip security lines, breeze through immigration, and save time at the airport. We cover the programs like TSA PreCheck, Global Entry, and CLEAR, as well as smart check-in tactics, must-have apps, and insider tricks to save time when you travel. Leigh Rowan is the founder and CEO of Savanti Travel , a full-service travel management company. Prior to that, he was the COO of The Points Guy. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/fast-track-airport-security-and-immigration-leigh-rowan Partner Deals Trust & Will: Get 15% off personalized, legally binding estate plans Green Chef: 50% off your first meal kit + 2 months of free salad with code ALLTHEHACKSFREE Stable: 50% off your first year of my favorite digital mailbox 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 Luggage Shipping Luggage Forward Luggage Free Ship Sticks Ship & Play Airport Wait Time Trackers: MyTSA App | MiFlight Reserve Airport Screening Times Denver: DEN Reserve Rome: QPass Pre Approved Screening Global Entry TSA PreCheck CLEAR | CLEAR Mobile SENTRI Card NEXUS Cross Border Xpress ETIAS Automated Immigration Clearance Service (SES) Best Credit Cards That Offer Global Entry, TSA PreCheck And Clear Appointment Scanner Airport Concierge: CLEAR Ambassador Assist Airport Lost and Found Retrieval: CLEAR Scout Airport Lounge Membership: Priority Pass Mobile Passport Control E-Visas: Sherpa APEC Business Travel Card ATH Podcast Ep #182: Shortcuts to Elite Travel Status with Greg the Frequent Miler Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: podcast@allthehacks.com Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:11) How Early Should You Arrive at the Airport? (05:08) Days and Times to Avoid the Airport (06:41) The Most Efficient Ways to Check In (11:13) How to Save Time at Airport Security (14:53) Skipping the Line at Denver International Airport (19:25) TSA Pre and Global Entry (21:29) Easiest Way to Make a Global Entry Appointment (24:53) CLEAR: How It Works and How to Get It for Free (27:52) Extra Perks You Get with CLEAR (30:23) CLEAR, Pre-TSA, and Global Entry for Children (35:43) The First-Class Terminal and Private Lounge Experience (40:44) Quick Recap (41:42) How to Leverage Airport Greeters (44:59) Boarding Tips and Tricks (47:38) Passing Through Immigration (50:12) Why You Should Upgrade to a Biometric Passport (51:45) The Importance of Travel Authorization (Visa) (54:29) Is Sitting in Front of the Plane Actually Worth It? (55:26) The APEC Business Travel Card (1:00:05) Return Tickets for International Travel (1:01:44) Cheapest Airport Tip: Always Carry a Pen 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…
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1 Achieving Financial Freedom and Defining ‘Enough’ with Grant Sabatier 58:25
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#218: Learn to redefine financial freedom by aligning your life with what you truly love. We dive deep into why setting limits can actually create more freedom, how to define what “enough” means for you, the role of entrepreneurship in building a fulfilling life, and more. Grant Sabatier is an entrepreneur, investor, podcaster, and bestselling author of Financial Freedom and Inner Entrepreneur . He is also the founder of Millennial Money (acquired by The Motley Fool) and Clintonville Books , a rare bookstore in Columbus, Ohio. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/financial-freedom-grant-sabatier Partner Deals Copilot: Free 2 months access to my favorite personal finance app with code HACKS2 LMNT: Free sample pack of my favorite electrolyte drink mix Gelt: Skip the waitlist on personalized tax guidance to maximize your wealth Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn 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 Grant: Website | X Inner Entrepreneur: A Proven Path to Profit and Peace Financial Freedom: A Proven Path to All the Money You Will Ever Need Clintonville Books U.S. Mobile Unlimited Plan Replit The Daily Churn Podcast The Atlantic Article: The Anti-Social Century ATH Podcast Ep #74: A Hospice Doctor’s Advice on Making the Most of Your Finances, Relationships and Time with Jordan Grumet Ep #91: Die With Zero: Net Fulfillment Over Net Worth with Bill Perkins Ep #181: Making an Easy $3k/mo from Online Deals with Kai Ep #206: The Gold Market: Strategies for Investing and Reselling with Trey Benedict Membership Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: podcast@allthehacks.com Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:18) Grant's Evolving Definition of Freedom (04:57) How to Set Limits in Your Day-to-Day Life (08:52) How Limits Apply to Different People (18:16) Why Grant Recommends Meditation to Everyone (21:06) Finding Your Peace (25:52) How to Define and Find What "Enough" Is (27:47) Why Grant Writes for His Younger Self (34:13) How to Decide Whether to Save More or Earn More (39:51) Balancing the Paradox of Life (45:21) How to Find Your Inner Entrepreneur (54:10) Importance of Community in the Entrepreneurial Journey (56:48) Where to Find Grant and His Work Connect with Chris Newsletter | Membership | Twitter | 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…
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1 Top AI Tools, Insurance Planning for Fires and More Listener Q&A with Kevin Rose 1:05:48
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#217: From the best AI tools to takeaways from losing a home in the LA fires, we dive deep into strategies for optimizing home insurance, the benefits of rope training and saunas, how think about where to live, and more listener questions. Kevin Rose is 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 Digg , Zero , Oak , and was a Partner at Google Ventures. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/kevin-rose-ama-2-ai-tools-wildfires-fitness Partner Deals MasterClass: Learn from the world's best with 15% off Bilt Rewards: Earn the most valuable points when you pay rent Facet: Personalized Financial Planning + $250 enrollment fee waived DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web Superhuman: Free month of the fastest and best email with code ALLTHEHACKS For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Kevin Rose: Community Forum | Newsletter Digital Thermometers Haven Sauna Trumpkin’s Notes On Building A Sauna Rope Training YouTube Video AI Tools ChatGPT Pro Claude Gemini Chatterbot Google NotebookLM ElevenLabs Coding: Replit | Cursor | BoltAI Simple AI Automation: Zapier | Make | Howie Podcasts: Snipd Note taking: Journal | Granola | Limitless ATH Podcast Ep #216: Purpose, Friendship, and Human Skills with Simon Sinek Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Submit questions for our next AMA here Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: podcast@allthehacks.com Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:16) How Kevin Generally Spends His Day (04:28) Saunas: Impact and How to Efficiently Operate (08:55) Rope Training and Exploring New Ideas (11:46) ChatGPT Hack (17:26) Kevin's Current AI Tool Stack (24:27) The Impact of AI Tools on Consumer Apps (28:09) Tools That Chris Uses (30:57) AI Tools for Podcasts and Note-Taking (37:53) Key Takeaways From the Recent L.A. Fires (47:27) Chris and Kevin's Favorite Physical Items or Purchases (50:00) Why You Should Record Your Belongings Every 6 Months (52:55) How Chris and Kevin Evaluate Where to Live (59:52) Ways to Stay Grounded and True to Yourself 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…
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1 Purpose, Friendship, and Human Skills with Simon Sinek 58:17
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#216: Unlock the power of purpose and friendship with Simon Sinek. Learn how to find your ‘why,’ strengthen your friendships, and master the human skills that truly matter. Simon Sinek is a globally recognized author, speaker, and thought leader on leadership, purpose, and human connection. His work, including his book Start with Why , has inspired millions to discover their purpose and foster meaningful connections in their lives Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/simon-sinek-purpose-friendship-human-skills Partner Deals LMNT: Free sample pack of my favorite electrolyte drink mix Fabric: Affordable term life insurance for you and your family Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn 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 Simon: Website | Instagram | LinkedIn Friends Exercise The Art of Listening Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action Leaders Eat Last: Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don't Books How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk Bowling Alone: The Collapse and Revival of American Community Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (01:46) Why It’s Important to Have a 'Why' in Your Life (02:53) The Distinct Difference Between Purpose and Goals (04:41) The Friends Exercise to Find Your 'Why' (08:36) Why Friendships Are the Ultimate Biohack (13:08) The Impact of Friendships: In-Person vs. Virtual (18:54) Is There an Ideal Number of Friendships to Have? (20:30) Why Women Are Better at Being Friends (22:49) How to Truly Be There for a Friend: Get in the Mud (25:29) The Importance of Learning Human Skills (28:29) The Social Benefits of Meditation (31:28) Understanding Humans as Legacy Machines (33:25) Why We Shouldn’t Undervalue Friendships (37:16) Embracing Accountability in Friendships (45:56) How to Get Better at Making Friends (50:40) How Parents Can Help Their Kids Make Friends (52:16) Tricks to Improve Your Empathy (58:01) Where to Find Simon 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…
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1 Medical Travel: Better Care and Lower Costs for Surgery, IVF, Dental, Advanced Screenings and More with Josef Woodman 56:15
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#215: Learn to save thousands on medical care abroad. We cover common misconceptions, vetting doctors and hospitals, key mistakes to avoid, and the best destinations for top procedures. Josef Woodman is the CEO of Patients Beyond Borders and has spent the past 16 years researching and vetting international options for quality, affordable medical care. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/medical-travel-savings-josef-woodman Partner Deals NetSuite: Free KPI checklist to upgrade your business performance Trust & Will: Get 15% off personalized, legally binding estate plans DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web Green Chef: 50% off your first meal kit + 2 months of free salad with code ALLTHEHACKSFREE Shopify: $1/month trial for the easiest e-commerce platform For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Josef: Patients Beyond Borders | Book List of JCI-Accredited Organizations Thailand : Bumrungrad Escazú, Costa Rica: CIMA Medical Travel Agencies Medical Departures | Dental Departures Medigo WhatClinic Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (01:53) The Most Common Misconceptions About Medical Travel (04:43) Why Should Someone Consider Medical Travel? (07:16) Why Medical Costs Are Cheaper Abroad (10:02) The Quality of Doctors and Hospitals (13:40) Types of Procedures People Should Consider (or Not) for Medical Travel (16:10) Transferring Medical Records Back to the Home Country (22:06) Treatments That Are (Surprisingly) Not Great for Medical Travel (24:15) JCI Accreditation and Its Importance (26:42) How Medical Travel Agencies Work (34:34) Consulting Your Home Doctor for Medical Travel (40:04) Cheaper Options for Executive Physicals (43:30) Things to Look For When Selecting a Doctor for Treatments (44:57) How to Plan for Your Medical Trip (47:23) Why Josef Advises Against Organ Transplants Abroad (49:04) What Kind of Travel Insurance Is Needed for Medical Travel (50:17) Common Mistakes Made by First-Time Medical Travelers (51:44) How Much Buffer Time Is Needed for Medical Travel 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…
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1 Best Cash Back Cards and How to Earn up to 20% Back on Everything 50:51
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#214: Chris reveals the top cash back credit cards in 2025 to maximize your rewards. He also goes deep on leveraging signup bonuses to earn up to 20% back on all your spending. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/cash-back-credit-cards-2025 Partner Deals Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn Copilot: Free 2 months access to my favorite personal finance app with code HACKS2 LMNT: Free sample pack of my favorite electrolyte drink mix Gelt: Skip the waitlist on personalized tax guidance to maximize your wealth 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 Credit Cards: Best Cards Page | Chris’ Credit Card Optimizer Tool U.S. Bank Smartly Visa Signature Credit Card Robinhood Gold Card Discover it® Miles card Bank of America® Unlimited Cash Rewards Credit Card Bank of America® Travel Rewards Credit Card Bank of America® Premium Rewards® Credit Card Bank of America® Premium Rewards® Elite Credit Card Business Advantage Unlimited Cash Rewards Mastercard® Credit Card Business Advantage Travel Rewards World Mastercard® credit card Alliant Credit Union Visa Signature Card Bank of America® Customized Cash Back Rewards Credit Card Citi Custom Cash Credit Card U.S. Bank Cash+® Visa Signature® Card Verizon Visa® Card Wells Fargo Autograph Journey Visa® Card Capital One Spark Cash Plus Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card Hawaiian Airlines ® World Elite Mastercard Bank of America Preferred Rewards U.S. Bank Real-Time Rewards How to Get Approved for Business Cards All the Hacks Podcast Ep #170: Cash Back vs. Points: Are We Doing It All Wrong? Ep #136: Current State of Credit Cards Points and Predictions for 2024 with Sebastian Fung Membership Follow & Review on Apple Podcasts Email us for questions, tips, deals and feedback Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:00) Quick Overview (04:12) The 4% Cash Back Card From U.S. Bank (08:01) Update on the U.S. Bank Altitude® Reserve Visa Infinite® Card (10:57) Robinhood Gold Card for 3% Cash Back (15:54) The Discover Card for Miles (17:57) Rewards on Bank of America Cards (20:33) Perks and Cons of Bank of America Cards (28:04) Alliant Credit Union’s Cash Back Card (32:19) Quick Comparison of the Cash Back Cards (33:26) Chris' Card Optimizer Tool (37:38) How to Value Points (39:07) Leveraging Credit Card Welcome Offers (41:15) All the Hacks Membership Perks (43:15) Chris' Analysis of Welcome Offers (46:35) The Big Final Takeaway 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…
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#213: Master the 5 types of wealth to lead a more fulfilled life. Sahil Bloom shares strategies and tactics to regain build lasting financial freedom, invest in your health, control of your time, deepen your relationships and enhance mental clarity. Sahil Bloom is the author of 5 Types of Wealth and writer of The Curiosity Chronicle , a popular weekly newsletter that provides actionable ideas to help build a high-performing, healthy, wealthy life. He is also an investor and runs a venture fund called SRB Ventures . Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/5-types-of-wealth-sahil-bloom Partner Deals Kick: 20% off your first year of self-driving bookkeeping Facet: Personalized Financial Planning + $250 enrollment fee waived MasterClass: Learn from the world's best with 15% off Superhuman: Free month of the fastest and best email with code ALLTHEHACKS 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 Sahil Bloom: Website | Newsletter | X 5 Types of Wealth Book Wealth Score Quiz How We Spend Our Time Energy Calendar The Anti-Networking Guide Books The 4-Hour Workweek by Tim Ferriss Quiet by Susan Cain Personal CRM Apps: Clay | Dex All the Hacks Membership Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:03) Fundamentals of Time Wealth (06:02) Ways to Take Control of Your Time (09:50) How to Prioritize the Types of Wealth (12:51) What Is Social Wealth? (14:30) Managing Social Wealth When You Have Kids (19:30) Why You Should Map Out Your Relationships (23:06) What Most People Get Wrong About Social Wealth (24:13) Sahil's Favorite Social Wealth Hacks (26:35) Understanding Mental Wealth (28:15) Why Your Work Doesn't Have to Be Your Ultimate Purpose (34:34) The Role of Stress, Anxiety, and Burnout in Mental Health (37:25) The Importance of Physical Health (40:12) The Different Levels of Physical Health (42:30) The Default Type: Financial Wealth (44:09) Key Factors That Promote Financial Wealth (48:35) How to Measure Your Wealth Score (With and Without a Partner) (53:28) The Impact of Improving Your 5 Types of Wealth Connect with Chris Newsletter | Membership | Twitter | 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…
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1 Gift Card Deals and Secrets That Will Save You $5k+/yr with Logan Robinson 59:57
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#212: Learn to save and profit from gift cards. We cover strategies for finding the best deals, mastering gift card reselling, avoiding common pitfalls, leveraging card-linked offers, and so much more. Logan Robinson is a Founding Partner of Aligned Incentives , a platform dedicated to helping consumers maximize their savings through strategic gift card purchases and reselling. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/gift-card-deals-reselling-logan-robinson Partner Deals Gelt: Skip the waitlist on personalized tax guidance to maximize your wealth Notion: Try Notion AI free to automate tedious tasks and streamline your work Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn LMNT: Free sample pack of my favorite electrolyte drink mix Shopify: $1/month trial for the easiest e-commerce platform For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned All the Hacks: Gift Card Site Logan: Aligned Incentives Capital One Report: Gift Card Statistics (2024): Market Size & Consumer Trends Gift Card Sites Chris’ Gift Card Site Aligned Incentives Raise.com CardCash GCX CardCenter The Card Bay GiftCards.com Costco Kroger : Fuel Points Explained Gift Card Deal Monitoring ATH Newsletter GCAnywhere Slickdeals Doctor Of Credit Reward Apps Pepper Rewards : New users get $20 off with code 622811 Fluz : News users get 25% cash back with code CHRIS42694EF2 Rakuten : New users get $30 here CardPointers Pro : Get 30% off here E-Gift Cards: Zift Zillions Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:12) The Biggest Misconception About the Gift Market (03:24) Where to Find Discounted Gift Cards (08:07) Using Card-Linked Offers to Buy Gift Cards (09:11) Apps That Sell Gift Cards (15:35) Why Retailers Offer Discounted Gift Cards (20:37) Resources for Gift Card Monitoring (23:04) A Few Examples of Great Gift Card Deals (26:16) How to Avoid Common Mistakes When Buying Gift Cards (29:44) How the Gift Card Reselling Market Works (35:49) General Margins in the Gift Card Market (38:57) Chris' Gift Card Site (43:56) How Often Gift Card Prices Fluctuate (47:59) Are There "Seasons" for Good Gift Card Deals? (50:57) How Retail Brands View Gift Card Deals (52:47) Gift Card Reselling as a Side Hustle (55:20) The Best Way to Start Gift Card Reselling Connect with Chris Newsletter | Membership | Twitter | 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…
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1 Mailbag #10: Simplifying Life, Parenting Lessons, Childcare Hacks, Family Travel Tips and More 1:05:32
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#211: Chris and Amy answer questions on parenting, including planning for a baby, childcare, schooling, parenting strategies, travel with kids, managing screen time, and more. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/parenting-childcare-ama Partner Deals Cultural Care: Get $250 off flexible childcare with international au pairs NetSuite: Free KPI checklist to upgrade your business performance Green Chef: 50% off your first meal kit + 2 months of free salad with code ALLTHEHACKSFREE Bilt Rewards: Earn the most valuable points when you pay rent Trust & Will: Get 15% off personalized, legally binding estate plans 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 Copilot: Free 2 months access to my favorite personal finance app with code HACKS2 Mercury Personal Banking Wealthfront : Get $5k managed free and get a 0.5% APY boost Chris’ New Baby Planning Notion Document Korean Childcare Agency: SanhooUSA Fabric: Affordable term life insurance for you and your family Baby Gear Rentals: BabyQuip ZIPAIR Low Stimulating Kids Content Bluey Trash Truck Lucas the Spider Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood Stillwater Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood ABCmouse App Khan Academy App ATH Podcast Ep #177: Best Bank Account Setup to Earn Interest on All Your Cash Ep #183: Debunking the Biggest Parenting Myths with Emily Oster Ep #185: 12 Tactics to Make More Time EVERY Day with Jake Knapp and John Zeratsky Submit questions for our next AMA here Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (01:47) Finding Balance Between Optimizing and Simplicity (07:39) General Parenting Advice (09:57) Approaching Kids with Curiosity and Zero Judgment (13:41) Why You Should Make 1-on-1 Time with Each Kid (17:52) Different Ways to Prepare for Having a Baby (23:07) Types of Childcare (25:01) Other Things to Plan for When Having a Kid (28:09) Early Parenthood Tips (34:53) Evaluating Childcare Options (45:44) Schools: Public vs. Private vs. Charter (53:06) Fundamental Tips for Traveling with Kids (57:22) Flying with Kids (59:35) Getting Older Kids Involved in Travel Planning (1:01:37) Screen Time and Lower Stimulating Content for Kids (1:04:33) How to Submit Questions for Upcoming Q&As Connect with Chris Newsletter | Membership | Twitter | 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…
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#210: Chris shares his top 10 takeaways from over 60 episodes released in 2024, providing impactful insights to optimize investments, master the art of travel, cultivate lasting habits, improve health and relationships, and more. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/top-takeaways-2024-money-travel-life Partner Deals Stable: 50% off your first year of my favorite digital mailbox DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web Superhuman: Free month of the fastest and best email with code ALLTHEHACKS LMNT: Free sample pack of my favorite electrolyte drink mix Facet: Personalized financial planning For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Long Angle: Join a free private community for high net worth investors The Daily Churn Podcast Copilot: Free 2 months access to my favorite personal finance app with code HACKS2 Hotels: Cap Rocat, Mallorca | Hyatt Paris Madeleine U.S. Bank Smartly Visa Signature Credit Card Sahil Bloom’s Charts: How We Spend Our Time Assistants Oceans (← $1000 off for mentioning ATH) + Delegation Guide ) Faye ATH Podcast Credit Card Optimizer Tool Newsletter Iceland Trip 2025 Full list of episodes at https://chrishutchins.com/top-takeaways-2024-money-travel-life Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (01:45) #1: There's No One Right Way to Invest (06:05) #2: Deals Can Be a Lucrative Side Hustle (08:38) #3: Move Past Checklist Travel (14:35) #4: Award Travel Is Still the Best Deal in Travel (16:35) #5: Cash Back Can Be Better Than Points (20:58) #6: Spend Time with the Right People in the Right Way (22:20) #7: You Can Make Time in Your Life (27:39) #8: Prioritizing Your Health Is Easier Than You Think (29:32) #9: The Key to Good Communication Is Listening (31:40) #10: Building Good Habits Takes Time but It’s Absolutely Worth It Connect with Chris Newsletter | Membership | Twitter | 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…
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1 5 Resets to Reduce Stress and Burnout with Dr. Aditi Nerurkar 52:42
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#209: Science-backed strategies to manage stress, build resilience, and reclaim your energy. Harvard physician and stress expert Dr. Aditi Nerurkar shares how to recognize stress and distinguish between healthy and unhealthy stress and her five-reset approach to rewire the brain and body for less stress and burnout. Dr. Aditi Nerurkar is a Harvard-trained physician, television correspondent, and speaker with over 20 years of clinical experience. She developed a science-backed approach to managing stress and burnout, which has reached global audiences through over 300 appearances on MSNBC and NBC News. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/5-resets-to-reduce-stress-burnout-aditi-nerurkar Partner Deals Cultural Care: Get $250 off flexible childcare with international au pairs Fabric: Affordable term life insurance for you and your family Notion: Try Notion AI free to automate tedious tasks and streamline your work Gelt: Skip the waitlist on personalized tax guidance to maximize your wealth Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Dr. Aditi Nerurkar: Website | Instagram | X Book: The 5 Resets Stress Quiz The Perceived Stress Scale Rainbow Breathing/Relaxation Video ATH Episode #185: 12 Tactics to Make More Time EVERY Day with Jake Knapp and John Zeratsky Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:06) The Impact of Increased Stress and Burnout (06:16) Defining Healthy vs. Unhealthy Stress (08:27) The Biggest Reason People Have Chronic Stress (11:00) A Simple Way to Diagnose Stress Levels (15:10) How Stress Impacts Sleep (19:06) Common Signs and Symptoms of Stress (21:21) The 5 Resets (22:45) Reset 1: Get Clear on What Matters Most (24:42) How the Amygdala Influences Stress (27:19) Reset 2: Create Digital Boundaries (30:28) Reset 3: Sync Your Brain and Your Body (34:39) The Role of Movement in the Mind-Body Connection (39:25) Reset 4: Come Up for Air to Create Mental Bandwidth (42:39) Reset 5: Bring Your Best Self Forward (45:46) The Rule of Two: The Most Efficient Way to Approach the 5 Resets (48:18) The Results and Impact of Tackling Stress (48:58) Where to Find Dr. Aditi Connect with Chris Newsletter | Membership | Twitter | 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…
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1 7 Questions to Make 2025 Your Best Year Yet 1:00:32
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#208: Learn the 7-step framework for a personal annual review that will help you reflect on last year and plan to make this year your best one yet. Together with Sahil Bloom, we discuss insights for setting meaningful goals across personal growth, relationships, and career, along with tactics to track progress and improve next year’s review. Sahil Bloom is the author of 5 Types of Wealth and the creator of The Curiosity Chronicle , a widely-read weekly newsletter that offers actionable insights for cultivating a high-performing, healthy, and wealthy life. He is also an investor and runs a venture fund called SRB Ventures . Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/personal-annual-review-2024-sahil-bloom Partner Deals Copilot: Free 2 months access to my favorite personal finance app with code HACKS2 DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web Bilt Rewards: Earn the most valuable points when you pay rent MasterClass: Learn from the world's best with 15% off 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 Sahil Bloom: Website | Newsletter | X Personal Annual Planning Guide The 1-1-1 Method 23 Ways to Make 2023 Your Miracle Year U.S. Bank Smartly Visa Signature Credit Card Robinhood Gold Card Notion: Try Notion AI free to automate tedious tasks and streamline your work ATH Podcast Newsletter Iceland Trip 2025: Sign Up Here Episodes #99: Top Ways to Make This Year Amazing and Seven Simple Questions for Your Annual Review with Sahil Bloom #52: Dial In Your Health (While Still Enjoying Life) with Liz Moody #178: How a Simple Change Can Improve Your Health, Sleep and More with James Nestor #170: Cash Back vs. Points: Are We Doing It All Wrong? #68: Hosting Cocktail Parties, Building Relationships, Museum Strategies and Friends Newsletters with Nick Gray #97: Optimizing Your Health: Diagnostic Tests, Choosing a Doctor, Sleep, Longevity, Inflammation and More with Dr. Jordan Shlain Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:48) New Year's Resolutions: Planning vs. Reflecting (03:38) How to Structure Your Personal Annual Review (04:45) Q1: What Did You Change Your Mind About This Year? (07:53) Documenting Monthly Experiences (09:08) Biggest Changes in Chris and Sahil's Life (14:29) 2024 Recap: Things Chris Changed His Mind About (21:51) Q2: What Created Energy for You This Year? (25:00) 2024 Recap: Things That Created Energy for Chris (26:55) Q3: What Drained Your Energy This Year? (31:25) 2024 Recap: Things That Drained Chris' Energy (34:16) Q4: What (or Who) Were the Boat Anchors in Your Life? (39:01) 2024 Recap: The Biggest Boat Anchor in Chris' Life (41:01) Q5: What Did You Not Do Because of Fear? (46:23) 2024 Recap: Things That Chris Didn't Do Out of Fear (48:36) Q6: What Were Your Greatest Hits and Worst Misses? (50:58) 2024 Recap: Chris’ Biggest Hits and Misses (52:21) Q7: What Did You Learn This Year? (53:54) 2024 Recap: The Most Important Lesson That Chris Learned This Year (55:20) Practices to Make the Annual Review Process Easier (57:18) Sahil’s 1-1-1 Journaling Method Connect with Chris Newsletter | Membership | Twitter | 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…
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