The Points Podcast

In this episode, we discuss some good news about one of our favorite hotel programs, and some VERY bad news about another of our favorite hotel programs. Given the ebb and flow of the points and miles world, it only reinforces the importance of flexible points cards. Check out www.ThePointsPodcast.com to check out our top-3 flexible points cards!

On this episode, we take a deep dive into the joint loyalty program operated Air France and KLM named "Flying Blue." We discuss how having flexible points allows you to use the Flying Blue program to not only travel to France and Amsterdam, but also all over the world! Check out www.ThePointsPodcast.com when it's the right time for you to get started!

On this episode, we take a deep dive into Air Canada's rewards program: Aeroplan. But not for the reason you think: this isn't about traveling to Canada! It's about the way that Air Canada and its alliance partners allow you to travel on points all over the world! And since Air Canada is a transfer partner of all the major banks, check out www.ThePointsPodcast.com to get started with any of our favorite transferable points cards!

In this episode, we discuss the return of the best-ever offer on the Marriott Boundless card: FIVE FREE NIGHTS, each valued up to 50k points, for a combined value of up to 250k points! We also discuss the many awesome ways to use these bonus nights, plus the extra perks that come with the card. Check out www.ThePointsPodcast.com to get started!

On this episode, we explore Southwest's Rapid Rewards loyalty program. We also take a deep dive into how to earn our #1 favorite travel perk!

In this bonus episode, we announce MAJOR news about a new partnership between the Rakuten Shopping Portal and Bilt. Using our link at www.ThePointsPodcast.com, new Rakuten users can get an all-time high offer of $50 back after their first purchase of $50 or more. Check it out!

On this emergency episode, we discuss two Chase business cards that each offer $900 cash back with NO annual fee! If you're interested in taking advantage of this amazing offer, check out www.ThePointsPodcast.com and click on the "Best Cards" tab!

On this episode, we take a deep dive into the IHG One Rewards Program! We learn about an elevated offer on the IHG Premier card, which includes automatic Platinum status and the 4th night free on points stays! If you're interested in any of the cards discussed on the podcast, check out www.ThePointsPodcast.com!

On this episode, we take a deep dive into the Hilton Honors program, including detailing the best credit cards to open to maximize Hilton points earning and redemption! We also teach you how to easily attain Hilton Silver status, which includes the 5th night free on points stays!

On this episode, we take a deep dive into the Marriott Bonvoy loyalty program! We discuss the different membership tiers, the perks at each tier, how best to use free night certificates, and the credit cards that give you automatic elevated status! Ready to get started? Check out www.ThePointsPodcast.com!

On this episode, we learn about two major changes happening to two of our favorite cards announced in the Summer of 2025! Check out www.ThePointsPodcast.com for more information!

Our #1 favorite offer on a hotel card has returned! Right now, using the link at www.ThePointsPodcast.com, you can get the Marriott Boundless card with the insane welcome offer of FIVE free nights, each worth up to 50,000 points, for a total combined value of up to 250,000 points! In this episode, we explain the tips and tricks to maximize value on this amazing offer.

On this episode, we take a deep dive into one of our favorite hotel loyalty programs: World of Hyatt! Join us as we discuss tips and tricks to maximize value when staying at Hyatt properties. Interested in a new credit card that transfers points to Hyatt? Check out www.ThePointsPodcast.com!

Just opened a new card? Check out this episode, where we teach you the tips and tricks you need to know to successfully earn your Sign Up Bonus. As always, when it's the right time for you to open a new card, check out www.ThePointsPodcast! Thanks!

On this episode, we continue our trip back to school, as we finish the terminology you need to know to succeed in the credit card points and miles hobby. Picking up where last episode left off, we continue with the alphabet and teach N-Z of the terms you need to know but nobody else teaches you! Ready to put what you've learned to use? Check out www.ThePointsPodcast.com to get started!

On this episode, we start a 2-part series teaching you the terminology you need to know to understand credit card points and miles! That's right, we go back to school to learn the ABC's of travel rewards. Check out www.ThePointsPodcast.com for more information and to get links to our favorite cards!

It's happening! Our #1 favorite card has its highest offer ever! Check it out now at www.ThePointsPodcast.com!

On this episode, we discuss our Top 3 co-branded cards. These cards earn points limited to the company on the front of the card, but each earns benefits, including hotel free night certificates, that outweighs their annual fee. Check out www.ThePointsPodcast.com for all of our card recommendations so you can maximize credit card travel rewards to take amazing trips around the world!

On this episode, we discuss our Top 3 cards which have NO ANNUAL FEE! That's right: you can open these cards with $0 in annual fees. They also earn our favorite types of points and, when paired with another card, those points can be transferred out of the bank to travel partners like airlines and hotels. As always, when it's the right time for you to apply for a new card, check out www.ThePointsPodcast.com!

On this episode, we discuss our Top 3 flexible points cards! These credit cards earn our favorite type of points: flexible points that can be transferred out of the bank to transfer partners, such as hotels and airlines, to maximize their value! If you're interested in any of the cards we discuss on The Points Podcast, be sure to check out the links on our website, www.ThePointsPodcast.com!

On this episode, we discuss our Top 5 ways to earn credit card points and miles! Join us as we discuss tips and tricks to maximize your points earning. We also discuss how to play the points and miles hobby in "two-player mode," and we end by introducing the world of transfer partners. Check out www.thepointspodcast.com!

Welcome to The Points Podcast! On this episode, we introduce you to the world of credit card points and miles. You'll learn the best travel credit cards to open in order to earn rewards points and take amazing trips around the world! We also introduce the world of flexible points, transfer partners, and teach you how you can use your existing monthly spend to maximize your points and miles earning. Check out www.thepointspodcast.com for our best cards list!