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Takeoff is a podcast that will teach you how to save money and travel better. Join Bryce, Emily, Matt, and Travis from 10xTravel as they teach you the fundamentals of points & miles and dive into the latest strategies, deals, and news in the industry. If you want to travel more (and better) without spending more money, this show is for you.
Points & Miles Unfiltered: Our Most Controversial Hot Takes
Takeoff: A Points and Miles Podcast by 10xTravel
1 hour 3 minutes 54 seconds
2 months ago
Points & Miles Unfiltered: Our Most Controversial Hot Takes
It's time to turn up the heat! In this special hot takes episode, Bryce, Emily, and Travis are dishing out their most unfiltered opinions on points and miles travel, credit card strategies, and everything in between.
From questioning the true value of “free night” certificates to debating whether optimizing every point is really worth it, nothing is off-limits. You’ll hear where the crew agrees, where they clash, and where you might want to rethink your entire strategy.
This spicy episode will challenge your points and miles assumptions—and probably give you a good laugh along the way. Tune in, and let us know your own hot takes on YouTube or Instagram!
In this episode:
00:00 Introduction and Greetings
01:48 Diving into Unconventional Takes
12:40 Category Spend Optimization Debate
23:53 Inconveniences in Points and Miles Travel
31:34 Travis's Hot Take on Point Hoarding
35:23 The Risks of Point Hoarding
40:54 Psychological Aspects of Point Hoarding
44:39 Bryce's Second Hot Take: Valuing Points and Miles
52:38 Emily's Second Hot Take: Free Night Certificates
56:55 Travis's Controversial Take on Flexible Pricing
01:02:39 Lightning Round of Hot Takes
01:04:07 Engaging with the Audience
01:04:31 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Best Cards for Bonus Categories April Through June 2025
Three Types of Points: Which One Should You Prioritize?
Take Our Free Points and Miles Course
Our Best Credit Cards List (Updated Monthly)
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Takeoff: A Points and Miles Podcast by 10xTravel
Takeoff is a podcast that will teach you how to save money and travel better. Join Bryce, Emily, Matt, and Travis from 10xTravel as they teach you the fundamentals of points & miles and dive into the latest strategies, deals, and news in the industry. If you want to travel more (and better) without spending more money, this show is for you.
