Frequent Miler on the Air

Who's going for Hyatt Globalist, and who's renewing the Palladium? | Ask Us Anything Ep90 | 11-4-26

We answered these questions and more on the Ask Us Anything hosted live on YouTube on November 4th, 2026. (01:38) - Curious how many hard pulls each member of the FM tea

Buy points cheap, get elite... via superstacking | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep382 | 11-6-26

On today's episode, we talk about a hidden Bank of America Rewards benefit, Wyndham tiptoeing into luxury, and multiple ways to buy points for cheap, and get elite! Gian

Unlock better awards with United's Debit card | Coffee Break Ep128 | 11-4-26

United's cardholder discounts are amazing! As a qualifying United cardholder, you get a 10% award discount and better saver award availability. (00:20) - Learn more abo

Is an American Airlines status challenge worth it? | Question of the Week Ep21 | 11-2-26

Is an American Airlines status challenge worth it? Reader Jordan wrote in, asking: I recently was given an American Airlines Status challenge through my employer where I

Bilt 3.0: So you thought the dust had settled? | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep381 | 10-30-26

On today's episode, we'll talk about mattress running from your mattress, Delta announcing elite requirements for 2027, and we'll reconsider the thought that the dust had

Is the $895 Platinum card worth renewing? | Coffee Break Ep127 | 10-28-26

The American Express Platinum Card was refreshed last year with the annual fee going from $695 to $895. Many coupons were added, and some were enhanced... so is it worth

Bilt questions, live at the Chicago Points Travel Festival | Question of the Week Ep20 | 10-26-26

At the Chicago Points Travel Festival last weekend, Greg and Nick filmed a live coffee break episode, letting the audience pick the topic of discussion: Best use of Bilt

Southwest Companion Pass: Now Playing Hard to Get | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep380 | 10-23-26

Giant Mailbag(01:02) Changing frequent flyer number on a partner award Mattress Running the Numbers(08:33) IHG Ambassador Promotion More analysis of this promotion here

Best use of Bilt now that the dust has settled (Live Podcast Recording!) | Coffee Break Ep126 | 10-21-26

The Frequent Miler team appeared at the Points Travel Festival last weekend in Chicago, where Greg and Nick recorded a podcast episode live, selecting a topic from the au

Should I use points for business trips? | Question of the Week Ep19 | 10-19-26

Should I use points for business trips? Brian wrote in with this question, asking: How do I handle bookings when my small business pays for the flight? I have never used

Hyatt & Air Canada's partnership reaches next level | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep379 | 10-16-26

In today's episode, United will be making it harder to earn status in 2027; we're simplifying our card and bank account collections; there are Amex Platinum card rumors,

Weekend in Europe, where should Greg go? | Coffee Break Ep125 | 10-14-26

Greg is going to Berlin, but he may not stay in Berlin for the weekend. He hasn't yet booked a flight home, so he could hop over to another European city and fly home fro

Should I keep my ultra-premium card to preserve 1:1 point transfers? | Question of the Week Ep18 | 10-12-26

Should I keep my ultra-premium card to preserve 1:1 point transfers? Chuck wrote in with this question, asking: Do you think other banks will do something similar to wha

Alaska Atmos: Choose how you earn | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep378 | 10-9-26

In today's episode, we'll speculate about Hyatt credit card changes, reveal 9 Secret Chase Sapphire Reserve® Exclusive Tables restaurants, and dig into Alaska Atmos Rewar

Wild Card Challenge final scoring and winner announced! | Special Feature Episode | 10-7-26

The Wild Card challenge has officially wrapped, with the final scores and official winner announced in our live YouTube broadcast on October 7th, 2026. Review the scoring

Bilt goes 4:3 to Hyatt. Now what? | Coffee Break Ep124 | 10-7-26

Just like we've seen with most of Chase cards, Bilt has announced it will be moving to a 4:3 transfer rate with Hyatt starting in January. So, what's the best way to get

Estate planning for miles and points? | Question of the Week Ep17 | 10-5-26

What should you keep in mind when Estate planning for miles and points? Reader John wrote in with this question, asking: I’m working through estate planning right now an

IHG's new card lineup: more premium, more coupons, milestones unlocked | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep377 | 10-2-26

On today's episode, we'll talk about the interesting new business cards from US Bank, discuss how Choice now gives you the choice to share points, how Bank of America poi

Wild Card challenge destination 3 check-in | Special Feature Episode | 9-31-26

In our third check-in of the Wild Card Challenge, our contestant's were in their final destination, nearly done with their travels. However, judges and viewers were not q

Wild Card Challenge Destination 2 Check-in | Special Feature Episode | 9-28-26

While Greg and Nick, along with Tim, are traveling for the ongoing Wild Card Challenge, our podcasts will feature each of 3 live check-ins occurring throughout the challe