POINT ME TO FIRST CLASS
PODCAST

Point Me to First Class is the show for professionals and business owners with higher-than-average personal or business expenses, who want to learn to leverage these expenses into credit card points they can spend on travel.

Each week, I share valuable tips, tools, and strategies to help you uplevel your skills earning and redeeming credit card points, so you can expand your travel and expand your experiences.

Start having first-class travel experiences without the first-class price tag.

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TRAVEL TIPS

Behind the Points: How the Travel Mom Squad Built a Thriving Travel Business

The Travel Mom Squad shares their journey from humble beginnings to becoming one of the most influential voices in the award travel industry. Get ready for an inside look at how these three powerhouse women are changing the face of award travel education.

Points Earning Strategies, Points Redeeming, Travel Tips

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The Podcast Turns 100 (Episodes)! Stories, Stats, and Surprises

Get a look behind the scenes of the podcast’s journey. I share why I started this venture, reveal surprising statistics about the show, and discuss how I use what I’ve learned to make the next 100 episodes even better for you.

Points Earning Strategies, Points Redeeming, Travel Tips

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Annual Credit Card Checkup: Keep, Cancel, or Change Your Rewards Cards

I walk you through my simple 5-step process for evaluating which rewards credit cards deserve to keep their coveted spots in your wallet for another year. I explain why regularly assessing your card lineup is crucial for aligning your strategy with your evolving points goals and spending patterns.

Points Earning Strategies, Points Redeeming

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2024 Year in Review: Points Earning Rundown with Dr. Sujatha Murali (Part 2)

Tune in as Sujatha and I share our most memorable award trips, our highest value redemptions, and the trips we already have planned for 2025 using points.

Points Earning Strategies, Points Redeeming, Travel Tips

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2024 Year in Review: Points Earning Rundown with Dr. Sujatha Murali (Part 1)

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Sujatha Murali for an in-depth look at our 2024 points earning strategies, successes, and surprises. Get ready for a peek inside our wallets as we break down the nitty-gritty details of our points game.

Points Earning Strategies

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End the Year Like a Points Pro: Your Step-by-Step Points Review Guide

Discover why you should consider doing a points year in review, what you can learn from it, and how to go about putting together your own annual points audit. I walk you through my process step-by-step and share some of my own key takeaways from this year’s analysis. By the end, you’ll be equipped to evaluate your own points performance and make data-driven decisions for your 2025 points strategy.

Points Earning Strategies, Points Redeeming

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Flying Two for One: Do’s and Don’ts for Snagging a Southwest Companion Pass with Lyn Mettler

Learn how to qualify for unlimited flights through the Southwest Companion Pass. We discuss how to decide if the Southwest Companion Pass should be part of your award travel strategy for the upcoming year, and you’ll learn about all the mistakes you need to avoid if you want to qualify for your own Southwest Companion Pass.

Points Earning Strategies, Points Redeeming

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Expert Analysis: 2024 Points and Miles Winners, Losers, and Key Trends with Kevin Zanes

We cover all the need-to-know news in the points and miles space. We share our predictions for 2025, our wish lists for the future of award travel, and our ratings for the overall state of the points and miles game.

Points Earning Strategies, Points Redeeming, Travel Tips

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Buckle Up, BOGO: Strategies for Maximizing the Southwest Companion Pass with Dr. Michelle Walther

Learn everything you need to know about getting great deals with the Southwest Companion Pass. She also shares her tips for earning the pass through organic spend and referrals, finding great deals on Southwest flights, and avoiding common mistakes. If you’ve been on the fence about going for the Companion Pass, this episode will give you the inspiration and practical advice you need to make it happen.

Points Earning Strategies, Points Redeeming, Travel Tips

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Award Travel Hotspot: Unlocking Mexico City’s Hidden Potential with Kelsi Sullivan

Learn how to take advantage of Mexico City’s strategic location for your next award trip. Kelsi explains why Mexico City is not only an amazing destination for a memorable stopover, as well as a key hub for unlocking unique award redemptions that most people overlook. She even shares her top recommendations for must-see attractions in the city and practical tips for navigating the airport’s hidden gems.

Points Redeeming, Travel Tips

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