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Amazon's Tricky Games, Walmart Aims To Shut Down MS & Chase Adds New Transfer Partner Dec 17, 2020

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In episode 70 we discuss whether or not MS is dead at Walmart, something Amazon shoppers need to be aware of and Chase's newest transfer partner. We also talk about our Chase Freedom first quarter plans and our Thompson Playa Del Carmen review.

Episode Notes

4:16 - Chase's new transfer partner (Details on the new Aeroplan)

12:38 - Walmart shutting down MS???

22:05 - Amazon playing games with our points

29:01 - Bionic Boost

30:12 - Chase Freedom Q1 bonus categories

31:49 - Thompson Playa Del Carmen

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Maxing Out Hidden Deals, Amex Shutdown Spree & What Is NYC Like Right Now? Dec 10, 2020

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In episode 69 Bethany Walsh of Bougie Miles returns to the podcast! We discuss what NYC is like right now, what countries you can visit without quarantining right now and thinking outside the box with a Paypal Key play (that no longer exists, alas).

As we recorded, news broke that AMEX shut down a bunch of accounts so we discussed that as well. All that plus rapid fire on a fun episode!

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4:27 - What's NYC like right now for residents and tourists? (Curbed article)

18:39 - A clever play with PPK and Plastiq and AMEX shutdowns (!)

28:55 - Countries Americans can visit without quarantining

40:11 - AA offering at-home covid testing for travelers

41:42 - Getting a USPS refund

42:35 - Amex shutting down accounts (updating)

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Hyatt Rocks Our World, End of Year Housekeeping Tips & Maxing Out A Vanishing Disney Redemption Dec 03, 2020

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In episode 68 we talk about Hyatt's amazing new promotion and why Shawn isn't a huge fan of it. We also talk about end of year housekeeping, maxing out a Disney redemption before it vanishes, getting kickbacks for Amazon returns and much more.

Episode Notes

5:05 - All about Hyatt's new generous status offer

28:03 - Black Friday reflections

34:41 - End of year housekeeping

40:38 - Kohls Amazon returns

42:49 - An "old" United business class flight

43:40 - Using ThankYou points for Disney World Tickets

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Huge Reselling Blow, Black Friday Deals & Tips, Awesome Retention Offers Plus What We Are Thankful For Nov 26, 2020

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In episode 67 we talk about a big blow to Best Buy resellers and the gift card game overall. We also discuss Black Friday deals, share some tips, discuss avoiding spending creep and recent retention offer data points. Lastly, we talk about what we are thankful for even in the train wreck of 2020.

Episode Notes

9:48 - Is Best Buy gift card reselling dead?

15:13 - Apple/Target gift card deal

18:35 - Week of Black Friday

20:00 - Walmart pickup is ruined

23:20 - Miscellaneous Black Friday tips

25:55 - Obscure credit card offerings that may or may not have value

32:56 - What we're grateful for

40:13 - Recent retention offer data points.

40:55 - Avoid spending creep

41:40 - Thanksgiving foods that won't get through TSA

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Was American Jailed For A Bad Review, New 5X Spending Bonuses & Is It Time To Plan A Disney Trip Nov 19, 2020

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In episode 66 we talk about how an American was jailed for more than a bad review, some nice new 5X offers and if there are just too many to juggle right now. We also talk about planning for a post pandemic Disney trip, why you shouldn't use our Platinum links and a ton more.

Episode Notes

9:00 - Jail time for a review?

17:18 - Citi 5X bonus

22:27 - Planning a post pandemic Disney World vacation

34:12 - Why you shouldn't use our AMEX Platinum links

36:34 - Las Vegas Airport video

38:03 - Korean Air buys Asiana

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Tons Of Insane Welcome Offers, More Walmart Issues & Did Miraval Live Up To The Hype? Nov 12, 2020

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In episode 65 we talk about some massive new welcome offers that were launched this week. We also discuss some more issues with liquidation at Walmart stores and Shawn gives us an overview of his Miraval stay and whether the juice is worth the squeeze or not.

Episode Notes

5:01 - New Chase Ink offers

8:13 - AMEX Platinum and Gold offers

14:15 - Co-branded airline card offers

17:46 - Walmart issues

22:30 - Miraval Tucson

41:26 - Getting hotel compensation

42:45 - Chase Avios bonus

44:09 - 22% off Hyatt stays

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Airport Discrimination Story, Country Hopping West Africa & What Are Points Really Worth? Nov 05, 2020

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In episode 64 we have a special guest, Ryan from Miles to Memories. We discuss his recent trip to West Africia, how he was denied boarding, discriminate against in the airport and other shenanigans that happened along the way. We also talk about point valuations and play a fun game in the outtakes.

Episode Notes

2:43 - Mark in Vegas!

6:09 - Mile and point valuations

20:06 - Ryan's trip to Africa

21:53 - Adventures at the airport

29:20 - Dealing with tricky border crossings

37:37 - Flying to Mauritania (!?)

40:17 - Smoking in Casablanca

43:13 - Circa Tour Video

43:26 - Chase Sapphire Preferred first

44:53 - Maximizing Uber credits

48:37 - Bonus Segment! International Destination: Real or Fake?

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Walmart Money Order Issues, Amex Gold Refresh & Preparing for 4th quarter Oct 29, 2020

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In episode 63 we discuss the Amex Gold refresh, some unfounded worries (at least for now) about money orders at Walmart and getting ready for Q4 reselling and gift buying.

Episode Notes

1:07 - Mark's flying!

6:51 - AMEX Gold changes

13:07 - Walmart MO concerns?

18:39 - Black Friday month long sales and preparations

30:19 - Citi Prestige 4th night free analysis

32:26 - Las Vegas casinos being sold?

33:21 - Disney layoffs and how you can help

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Wrongly Denied Boarding, New Chase Spending Offer & Prime Day Wins Oct 22, 2020

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In episode 62 we discuss getting wrongfully denied to board a flight, Chase rolling out a new spending offer, an increased bonus ending and our favorite Prime Day wins. We also talk about Delta's juicy status match offer and a shout out to the great Daryl Grove.

Episode Notes

6:00 - Prime Day

15:15 - New Chase spending offer

19:02 - Denied boarding for a flight??

27:32 - CSP increased bonus ending

28:50 - Delta status match offer

29:41 - Shoutout to Daryl Grove

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Popular Gift Card Deal Dead, New Anti Gaming Language & Racking Up Points With Retention Offers Oct 15, 2020

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In episode 61 we discuss a popular gift card deal ending and what to do when a deal dies. We also talk about our latest retention offer wins and losses and best overall practices. Lastly, we discuss Citi adding some new anti gaming language, Centurion lounge reopenings, Vegas walking tours & more.

Episode Notes

9:54 - Taking advantage of retention offers

21:55 - RIP to a great gift card deal

29:03 - New Citi gaming restrictions?

35:34 - Centurion Lounges reopening

37:19 - Circa opening in Las Vegas

40:01 - Taking inventory of your credit cards

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