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Miles & Points Daily Podcast

Miles & Points Daily Podcast

Stay ahead of the points and miles game with Miles & Points Daily Podcast - your essential morning briefing on everything happening in the world of travel rewards. Each weekday, we deliver a quick yet comprehensive roundup of the latest credit card offers, airline and hotel promotions, award sweet spots, and insider tips to help you maximize your travel rewards. Whether it"s breaking news about limited-time bonuses, analysis of program changes, or timely reminders about expiring deals, we keep you

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All Episodes

8:24

✈️ Amex Business Platinum Devaluation, United...

Miles & Points Daily Podcast ·

2025/06/19

Today we cover American Express's major devaluation to the Business Platinum Card's Pay with Points feature, which restricts the 35% bonus starting September 18th. We also discuss United's upcoming changes to PlusPoints that will make them more flexible but at a higher cost, and Capital One's impressive new flagship lounge at JFK Airport. Plus, we explore the Chase Sapphire Reserve's $500 hotel credit with The Edit, credit card fatigue in the miles and points community, and operational

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6:34

✈️ Amex Biz Plat Devaluation, Capital One's Flagship...

Miles & Points Daily Podcast ·

2025/06/19

Major miles and points updates including American Express Business Platinum's significant 35% Pay with Points bonus restriction starting September 18th. Capital One opens their impressive 24/7 flagship lounge at JFK airport with round-the-clock access for Venture cardholders. United Airlines overhauls their PlusPoints system with more flexibility but higher costs for Premier elite members. We also cover Chase Sapphire Reserve's refresh with a new $500 hotel credit and $795 annual fee, plus

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7:25

✈️ Chase's $2B Sapphire Reserve Loss, Mesa Card Adds...

Miles & Points Daily Podcast ·

2025/06/19

Chase reportedly lost $2 billion on the Sapphire Reserve card in its first five years, leading to a $795 annual fee relaunch with new dining credits. The under-the-radar Mesa Homeowners Card adds Air Canada Aeroplan and SAS EuroBonus as transfer partners, becoming the only U.S. program transferring to SAS. American Express is significantly restricting the Business Platinum's Pay with Points 35% rebate benefit starting September 18th. We also cover the Hilton Aspire Card's strong value

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8:41

✈️ Chase Sapphire Reserve Gets Massive Overhaul: $795...

Miles & Points Daily Podcast ·

2025/06/18

Chase has dropped the biggest credit card news of the year with a complete makeover of the Chase Sapphire Reserve, increasing the annual fee from $550 to $795 while adding extensive new benefits and launching their first-ever Sapphire Reserve Business card. We break down the new benefits structure, help existing cardholders decide between old and new versions, and discuss the new Points Boost redemption system replacing the traditional Chase Travel portal. Plus, we cover a valuable 65%

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6:35

✈️ Chase Sapphire Reserve Business Launch, Premium...

Miles & Points Daily Podcast ·

2025/06/17

Major shakeups in the credit card world as Chase finally launches their first Sapphire Reserve Business Card with a $795 annual fee and completely overhauls the personal Sapphire Reserve after nine years. American Express responds with plans for their largest-ever Platinum card refresh, potentially creating the first $1,000 annual fee US credit card. Capital One opens their flagship JFK lounge with 24/7 access and premium dining experiences to compete with Amex Centurion Lounges. Plus,

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8:05

✈️ Amex Platinum Overhaul, Capital One's Luxe JFK...

Miles & Points Daily Podcast ·

2025/06/17

Today we dive into American Express's biggest-ever Platinum card refresh with potential fee increases to $1,000+, plus exciting new premium lounges opening at JFK and Philadelphia airports. We explore a 65% Chase-to-Marriott transfer bonus, American Airlines' disappointing supply chain delays for new business class suites, and Qatar Airways' latest lounge restaurant collaboration. The episode concludes with a touching look at Give A Mile, a nonprofit converting frequent flyer miles into

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6:55

✈️ American Airlines 100K Mile Bonus, Chase Phoenix...

Miles & Points Daily Podcast ·

2025/06/16

American Airlines fans have a massive opportunity with the return of the 100,000-mile welcome bonus on the Citi AAdvantage Executive Card, up from the usual 75,000 miles. Chase is finally addressing overcrowding at their Phoenix Sapphire Lounge by introducing free reservations starting June 23rd to manage the notorious 30-60 minute waits. We cover Chase's new Q3 bonus categories offering 5% back on gas, EV charging, Instacart, and live entertainment through September 30th. Plus, we discuss

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6:03

✈️ Hilton Kills Free Late Checkout for Elites & New...

Miles & Points Daily Podcast ·

2025/06/15

We dive into Hilton's sneaky move to eliminate complimentary late checkout benefits for elite members and then charge fees for the service. Plus, we explore rumors of a potential new Chase business card with a $299 annual fee that could shake up the mid-tier business card market. We also cover current credit card offers including impressive Hilton Honors bonuses up to 175,000 points, quarterly category updates for Chase Freedom and Citi cards, and a reminder about the expiring Amex Platinum

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6:05

✈️ Hotel Points Booking Cancellations, Singapore...

Miles & Points Daily Podcast ·

2025/06/14

Today's episode covers some shocking hotel booking cancellations, including an EconoLodge requiring impossible military status for points stays and Hyatt acquisition issues affecting Hilton bookings. We discuss potential changes to Hilton Honors late checkout benefits and a fantastic Singapore Airlines 30% off redemption sale for premium European travel. Plus, we review hotel credit card options with valuable annual free night certificates and share updates on Global Entry wait times and

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5:39

✈️ American Airlines Upgrade Shakeup, Singapore 30%...

Miles & Points Daily Podcast ·

2025/06/13

American Airlines is ditching their mileage upgrade award chart for variable pricing starting August 12th, following Delta's revenue-based model and devaluing mile redemptions. Singapore KrisFlyer offers a rare 30% off award tickets in select regions, presenting an excellent opportunity for premium cabin redemptions. A travel blogger gets kicked off an AA flight over overhead bin space, highlighting the importance of diplomatic crew interactions. Marriott launches an ad network targeting

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6:03

✈️ Spirit Airlines Hack, Alaska Miles 70% Bonus, and...

Miles & Points Daily Podcast ·

2025/06/12

Today we cover a wild story about a Florida man who hacked Spirit Airlines' employee system for 120 free flights using fake credentials. We discuss Alaska Airlines' current 70% bonus miles promotion bringing costs down to 1.74 cents per mile, and reveal how US airlines have been secretly selling passenger data to CBP. Plus, we explore solo traveler surcharges, Southwest's 50% off points sale, Finnair's return to Canada with new Helsinki-Toronto flights, and the opening of JW Marriott's

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6:59

✈️ Stolen Phones & River Drama, Hyatt's 16K Bonus...

Miles & Points Daily Podcast ·

2025/06/11

Today's episode covers dramatic airline theft incidents including a Garuda Indonesia passenger's stolen iPhone found in a river and Qatar Airways flight attendant theft. We explore Hyatt's new summer promotion offering up to 16,000 bonus points through September 2025, plus upcoming changes to the Chase Sapphire Reserve card. Lucas also breaks down excellent mile and point buying opportunities with up to 155% bonuses from United, Hilton, and Avianca, while discussing American Airlines' new

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8:19

✈️ Chase Sapphire Business Card Coming This Summer,...

Miles & Points Daily Podcast ·

2025/06/10

Chase officially confirms a new Sapphire Reserve Business card launching this summer alongside refreshed personal cards, creating exciting opportunities for business travelers. Capital One makes controversial changes to Venture X lounge access benefits that are dividing cardholders. United Airlines faces internal drama with flight attendant union contract disputes, while American Airlines elite members struggle with upgrade availability. Plus, Marriott rolls out AI for room assignments and

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5:32

✈️ Major Amex Business Platinum Bonus, Virgin...

Miles & Points Daily Podcast ·

2025/06/09

American Express is offering a massive 150,000 point welcome bonus plus $500 flight credit on the Business Platinum Card through June 2025, while the Business Gold continues its 100,000 point offer. Virgin Atlantic Flying Club is running a rare 70% bonus when buying points, bringing costs down to just 1.21-1.48 cents per point. However, booking JetBlue Mint awards with partner miles has become much more difficult recently. Plus, we cover Southwest's potential Europe expansion, Marriott's

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7:42

✈️ Amex Business Gold 100K Bonus, Southwest Policy...

Miles & Points Daily Podcast ·

2025/06/08

American Express Business Gold Card launches a massive 100,000 Membership Rewards point welcome bonus, up from 70,000 points. Southwest Airlines implements a troubling new policy where changing your outbound flight now affects your entire reservation, potentially costing you perks and free bags. Chase introduces a game-changing self-service feature allowing cardholders to move credit lines between cards online without calling customer service. Plus, Marriott hotel booking drama, premium

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5:48

✈️ Baby Gets $150 for First Class Flight, St. Regis...

Miles & Points Daily Podcast ·

2025/06/06

Today's episode covers some wild travel stories including a baby who received $150 plus 45,000 AA miles for a broken first-class screen, and a serious privacy lawsuit against St. Regis Bal Harbour involving a hotel employee allegedly watching a guest shower. We also discuss excellent new credit card offers from World of Hyatt Business (60K points + Explorist status) and Delta Amex cards (up to 110K SkyMiles), plus operational issues at Delta with 45 grounded regional jets. The episode wraps

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7:02

✈️ IHG's Record-Breaking Offer & Chase Transfer Bonus

Miles & Points Daily Podcast ·

2025/06/05

Today we're diving into IHG's incredible new Premier Credit Card offer worth up to 300,000 points - their richest bonus ever. We'll also cover Chase Ultimate Rewards' 20% transfer bonus to Air Canada Aeroplan and an underrated Amex Business Platinum benefit. Plus, American Airlines is upgrading regional jets with luxury interiors, Lufthansa adds free messaging, and we'll discuss some overblown TSA charging port warnings and British Airways' controversial social media policy for

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7:59

✈️ Capital One Venture X Lounge Changes, Alaska's New...

Miles & Points Daily Podcast ·

2025/06/04

Today we cover significant changes to Capital One Venture X lounge access benefits that could impact cardholders who travel with family or friends. Alaska Airlines announces new Seattle to Rome flights using Boeing 787 Dreamliners as part of their global hub strategy. We reveal Delta's plans for exclusive Delta One business class lounges at four major hubs, plus their current Father's Day promotion offering Uber credits with gift card purchases. The episode also includes a shocking story

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7:41

✈️ Delta Drama: Vent Wars, Citizen's Arrests, and...

Miles & Points Daily Podcast ·

2025/06/03

Join Lucas as he unpacks the bizarre world of airline conflicts, from vent-closing disputes on Delta to a flight attendant performing a citizen's arrest over snacks. Discover United's significant flight attendant raises and learn about a concerning incident where a passenger was removed after reporting a safety hazard. Plus, get the latest on transfer bonuses from Amex, new bank offers from Bask Bank, and Emirates' ambitious plans for its A380 fleet through 2040.Subscribe to Miles &

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6:03

✈️ AA Flight Attendant Drama, JetBlue-United...

Miles & Points Daily Podcast ·

2025/05/31

Today's episode dives into American Airlines cracking down on flight attendants selling premium routes, plus details on the new JetBlue-United partnership that may have favored JetBlue. We explore Hyatt's new 'Unscripted' brand and upcoming luxury properties including Park Hyatt Sicily and Hilton's Sax Paris LXR. Also covered: Universal Orlando Express Pass tips and limited-time credit card offers from IHG and Citi AAdvantage with exceptional value for travelers.Subscribe to Miles &

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