Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchWalt Disney World Giveaway: Ultimate Summer of Magic!
Episode 56
We're back at Walt Disney World, and we brought a giveaway! ✨
Chris and Katie cover the full details on the Ultimate Summer of Magic Sweepstakes. One …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
The Cards Worth Putting Big Spend On in 2026
Episode 55
Welcome bonuses are great, but they're not the whole game. Sometimes you've already got the cards, you've already earned the bonuses, and you still h…
4 months, 3 weeks ago
Stop Ignoring These 3 Hotel Programs (Accor, Preferred, & Choice)
Episode 54
The major hotel programs keep making it harder to get good value from your points. So we're looking elsewhere. In this episode, Chris and Katie break…
5 months ago
One Year of The Upgraded Points Podcast (And We're Giving Away a Trip)
Episode 53
It's been one year of The Upgraded Points Podcast, and we're celebrating with our biggest giveaway yet!
Before we get to the prizes, there's some big …
5 months, 1 week ago
6 Biggest Mistakes People Make With Amex Points
Episode 52
Most people think they’re using their American Express points correctly… but they’re actually losing a huge amount of value.
In this episode, Chris an…
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Our Favorite Hotels We Booked With Points (And How You Can Too)
Episode 51
Some of our favorite travel experiences didn’t come from flights… they came from the hotels.
In this episode, Chris and Katie share their favorite hot…
5 months, 3 weeks ago
How to Book All-Inclusive Resorts With Points
Episode 50
Did you know you can book all-inclusive resorts with hotel points?
Many travelers assume these resorts must be paid for with cash, but major hotel loy…
5 months, 4 weeks ago
Smart Ways to Use Small Amounts of Points and Miles
Episode 49
Most points and miles content focuses on huge balances and luxury redemptions. But what should you do when you only have a few thousand points sittin…
6 months ago
Are Airline Credit Cards Becoming More Important Than Ever?
Episode 48
Airline credit cards might be more important than ever — especially after United’s recent MileagePlus changes that shift outsized benefits toward co-…
6 months, 1 week ago
5 Big Credit Card Trends We’re Watching in 2026
Episode 47
Credit card rewards are shifting in 2026, and if you collect points and miles, these changes matter.
In this episode, we break down the biggest credit…
6 months, 2 weeks ago