All the Hacks with Chris Hutchins

• Optimizing Vacations, New Ways to Earn Points, Airline Changes and More

  #226: From optimizing travel and rewards to new ways to earn points, Chris shares some recent tactics he's picked up on upgrades and award travel. He also covers some flight deals, airline changes, Mother's Day gift ideas, and reflects on recent podcast episodes. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/optimizing-vacations-and-new-ways-to-earn-points⁠ Partner Deals Gelt: Skip the waitlist on personalized tax guidance to maximize your wealth Trust & Will: Get 20% off personalized, legally binding estate plans MasterClass: Learn from the world's best with 15% off Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn LMNT: Free sample pack of my favorite electrolyte drink mix Bilt Rewards: Earn the most valuable points when you pay rent For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Vacation Homes Pacaso: Free early access and $2,500+ in closing credits here THIRDHOME Exclusive Resorts ATH Hotel Upgrade Program (Password: Perks | Tutorial) Lanai Four Seasons Resort Sensei Maui Montage Kapalua Bay Maui Nui: 20% off with code ALLTHEHACKS Merriman's: Point Menu | Monkeypod Kitchen NordVPN: 4 months free here United’s MileagePlus Program Showing More Awards if You Change This 1 Setting Flight Award Search Tools point.me: 20% off annual plans with code ALLTHEHACKS20 AwardTool: $20 off annual plans with code ALLTHEHACKS Seats.Aero Southwest Assigned Seating Business Payment Platforms Plastiq ← my referral Melio ← my referral Zil Money Last Call: 100k Welcome Bonus Offer Mother’s Day Gift Ideas Ratio Coffee Machines Storyworth: $10 off here Aura Frames: $35 off + free shipping with code ATH Zeel: $25 off here Initial Necklaces: Gorjana Wilder Necklace | Maya Brenner Real ID: Acceptable Identification at the TSA Checkpoint ATH Podcast Ep #224: Airport Lounges: Getting In, Hidden Perks and Expert Tips with Kevin Song Ep #225: Optimize Your Oral Health for a Longer Life with Dr. Mark Burhenne Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: [email protected] Submit a question for the next AMA here Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:00) Finding Accommodation in Hawaii (05:37) Overlooked Hotel Upgrade Options (13:05) Strategy to Book Flights to Hawaii: Cash vs. Points (20:44) Chris' Experience Flying Hawaiian Business Class (22:48) The Impact of Having Starlink on Your Flight (25:04) Review of Four Seasons Lanai (29:29) The Experience at Montage Kapalua Bay (34:28) Underrated Hotel Perks (39:58) Why Chris Is a Big Fan of Hawaiian Airlines (42:13) Follow-Up to Lounge Access Episode #224 (43:07) Why You Should Use a VPN to Book Flights (44:29) Flight Award Inventory Trick (45:21) Upgrading Credit Cards for Bonuses and Free Nights (46:51) Weird Emirates Updates (48:10) Big Southwest Changes (52:18) Updates from Bilt (55:03) Leveraging Business Expenses (57:05) Exciting Credit Card Welcome Offers (58:44) Mother's Day Gift Ideas (1:01:27) Reminder: Real ID Deadline (1:02:20) Feedback on Oral Health Episode #225 Connect with Chris Newsletter | Membership | X | Instagram | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Optimize Your Oral Health for a Longer Life with Dr. Mark Burhenne

  #225: Learn how to optimize your oral health to prevent disease and improve your overall health. We cover the ideal oral care routine, negative impacts of mouth breathing, the truth about fluoride, the role of nutrition and diet, how to choose the right dentist, dental coverage options, and so much more. Dr. Mark Burhenne is a functional dentist, author, and the founder of Ask the Dentist, a go-to resource for evidence-based oral health education. He is also the co-founder of Fygg, a toothpaste that protects the oral microbiome while remineralizing and whitening teeth. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/oral-health-dr-mark-burhenne Partner Deals Aura Frames: $35 off + free shipping on the Carver Mat digital picture frame with code ATH Daffy: ⁠Free $25 to give to the charity of your choice Stable: 50% off your first year of my favorite digital mailbox Copilot: Free 2 months access to my favorite personal finance app with code HACKS2 DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Dr. Mark: Instagram | Newsletter Fygg Toothpaste: Get 15% off with code ALLTHEHACKS Book: The 8-Hour Sleep Paradox Ask the Dentist: Podcast | Dentist Directory How To Floss The Right Way How to Find a Good Dentist: 7 Tips + 10 FAQs No dental insurance? Here’s what to do. (Margarita Plan) Is it safe to get dental work done outside the U.S.? Podcast Episode #78: What Are the Safest Ways to Whiten My Teeth? Bristle Oral Health Test: Get 10% off here Metastudy on Flouride Efficacy Happy ppl Xylitol Gum Sonicare Electric Toothbrushes RADIUS Natural Silk Floss Slate Rechargeable Electric Flosser: Get 10% off here Fluoride Action Network ATH Podcast Ep # 178: How a Simple Change Can Improve Your Health, Sleep and More with James Nestor Ep #215: Medical Travel: Better Care and Lower Costs for Surgery, IVF, Dental, Advanced Screenings and More with Josef Woodman Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: [email protected] Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:20) Is Good Oral Health a Sign of Longevity? (04:30) How Inflammation in the Mouth Affects the Entire Body (08:16) Factors That Influence the Oral Microbiome (10:47) The Connection Between Cavities and Mouth Breathing (15:07) Thoughts on Mouth Taping (16:00) Foods That Are Bad for Your Oral Health (20:13) Ways to Test Your Oral Health (22:25) Things to Avoid if You Want Good Oral Health (25:14) The Ideal Daily Oral Care Routine (28:47) Regular vs. Electric Toothbrushes (32:03) How to Floss Right (36:10) A Quick Overview of Toothpaste (40:53) Ingredients to Look for in Your Toothpaste (43:12) Is Fluoride Actually Bad for Your Teeth? (46:08) How to Find a Good Dentist (48:43) How Often Should You Get Your Teeth Cleaned? (50:54) Dental Insurance vs. Dental Plans (56:31) Why Your Dentist Might Be Influenced by Your Dental Insurance (1:03:19) Dental Tourism (1:04:29) Rapid Fire Questions (1:10:40) Where to Find Dr. Mark Connect with Chris Newsletter | Membership | X | Instagram | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Airport Lounges: Getting In, Hidden Perks and Expert Tips with Kevin Song

  #224: This is the ultimate guide to airport lounges. You'll learn how to access the best lounges without needing to fly first class by using credit cards, memberships, elite status, and more. We’ll also discuss the best lounges, underrated perks, tools to manage access, avoiding crowded lounges and more. Kevin Song is the co-founder of This Lounge, one of the most comprehensive databases of airport lounges around the world. He is a former cybersecurity professional at WeWork, Hyatt, Deloitte, The Points Guy and Notre Dame. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/airport-lounge-access-guide Partner Deals LMNT: Free sample pack of my favorite electrolyte drink mix Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn Upwork: Free job posting to find, hire, and pay top freelance talent Green Chef: 50% off your first meal kit + 20% off the next 2 months with free shipping Gelt: Skip the waitlist on personalized tax guidance to maximize your wealth For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Kevin Song: X | This Lounge Lounges The Pier, First (Hong Kong) Al Safwa First Class Lounge (Qatar) What You Need to Know About USO Airport Lounges Airport Lounge Memberships Priority Pass Dragon Pass Lounge Key How To Tell Your Priority Pass Cards Apart Lounge Reviews This Lounge Lounge Review ATH Podcast Ep #219: 20+ Airport Hacks for Faster Security, Immigration, and Boarding with Leigh Rowan Ep #220: Rethinking Elite Status and Smarter Ways to Earn and Use Points Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: [email protected] Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:16) Factors That Make an Airport Lounge a Favorite (04:12) The Worst Type of Airport Lounges (07:07) The Number and Types of Airport Lounges Around the World (09:05) Quick Overview of Airport Lounges in America (11:28) Companies That Operate Lounges on Behalf of Airlines (13:13) Credit Card Affiliated Airport Lounges (14:25) Airline Alliance Lounges and USO Lounges (15:32) Ranking Lounge Categories from Worst to Best (18:28) Ways to Leverage Airline Membership Club Lounge Agents (23:22) A Potential Hack to Skip an Airport Lounge Waitlist (26:50) Lufthansa's Famous First Class Rubber Ducks (28:16) Using a Priority Pass to Access Airport Lounges (33:38) Can Business or First Class Tickets Give You Access to a Lounge? (39:21) Leveraging Elite Status for Lounge Access (45:01) Creating Multiple Profiles to Earn More Miles (47:14) Why You Should Consider Status Matches (53:04) Trick to Qualify for Status Matches (54:49) Is It Worth Getting a Day Pass to Access a Lounge? (58:22) The Main Premium Credit Cards with Lounge Access (1:04:22) Other Credit Cards That Include a Priority Pass Membership (1:07:09) The Number of Priority Passes Chris and Kevin Have (1:09:43) Adding Authorized Users on the Three Major Airline Credit Cards (1:10:57) Ways to Manage Lounge Access Memberships (1:15:51) Overlooked Perks of Airport Lounges Connect with Chris Newsletter | Membership | X | Instagram | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Become a 10x Better, More Effective Writer with Neville Medhora

  #223: Actionable tips to become a better writer—whether it’s for work, business, or everyday life. We cover the biggest copywriting mistakes, essential skills for effective writing, the only copywriting formula you need to know, plus the tools and exercises (including AI) to sharpen your writing. Neville Medhora is the founder of Copywriting Course and SwipeFile.com. He’s worked with top companies to help them craft high-converting copy to grow their sales exponentially. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/become-a-better-writer-neville-medhora Partner Deals NetSuite: Free KPI checklist to upgrade your business performance Notion: Try Notion AI free to automate tedious tasks and streamline your work Bilt Rewards: Earn the most valuable points when you pay rent Thrive Market: 30% off your first order of organic groceries + a free $60 gift Trust & Will: Get 20% off personalized, legally binding estate plans For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Neville: X | Instagram Copywriting Course Swipe File ATH Newsletter Nick Gray’s Friends Newsletter Calendly Writing Tools: Grok | Gemini Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (01:54) Why Effective Writing Is an Important Skill to Learn (03:23) Biggest Copywriting Mistakes People Make (06:50) Skills Needed to Be a Good Writer (10:15) Why Neville Recommends Reading Your Copy Out Loud (10:57) Tactics to Be Brief and Clear (14:13) The Importance of Revisions (19:42) The AIDA Formula: The Only Formula Needed in Copywriting (24:09) Ways to Get People to Respond to Cold Emails (26:17) Calendly Hack for Scheduling Meetings (27:33) Why Email Subjects Are Not as Effective as You Think (30:55) When to Use Direct Mail vs. Cold Emails (34:17) Tactics to Make Your Resume Stand Out (39:51) Why You Should Use Templates More Often (38:28) Tools That Will Help You Write Better (42:10) SEO 1.0 vs. SEO 2.0 (50:09) Exercises to Improve Your Writing (51:46) The Impact of Mastering Copywriting (52:49) Hacks to Expand Your Social Network (56:54) Where to Find Neville and His Work Connect with Chris Newsletter | Membership | X | Instagram | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Earning Points on Taxes, Navigating Market Volatility, Stacking Deals and More

  #222: Discover how paying taxes with a credit card can unlock huge rewards—or even turn a profit. Chris also shares how he's handling the current market decline and shares practical tips for teaching kids about money, stacking card-linked offers, and using VPNs for big savings. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/pay-taxes-with-credit-card-2025-musings Partner Deals Facet: Personalized Financial Planning + $250 enrollment fee waived Storyworth: Share your mother's stories in a custom book (+ $10 off) Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn Gelt: Skip the waitlist on personalized tax guidance to maximize your wealth LMNT: Free sample pack of my favorite electrolyte drink mix For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Credit Cards Best Cards Page 100k Welcome Bonus Offer IRS Authorized Payment Providers: Pay1040 | ACI Payments Business Payment Platforms: Plastiq | Melio Flight Tracker: Flighty CardPointers Pro: 30% off here Rakuten: $30 bonus here Savewise: 20% off with ALLTHEHACKS20 Kudos: $20 bonus here Hyatt Offer: $100 Off Peloton NordVPN Ben Carlon’s Chart: 31 Years of Stock Market Returns Wealthfront: Get $5k managed free and get a 0.5% APY boost ATH Podcast Ep #59: Save Money, Build Wealth and Just Keep Buying with Nick Maggiulli Ep #194: The Simple Path to Wealth and FU Money with JL Collins Newsletter Deals Page Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: [email protected] Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:20) Quick Reminder About Upcoming Tax Payments (03:39) Why and When You Should Pay Taxes on Your Credit Card (08:08) Paying Taxes on a Credit Card to Leverage Welcome Offers (09:22) How to Maximize a Credit Card Welcome Bonus of 100K (13:26) Three Tips from a Recent Trip to Colorado (18:39) A Great Way to Teach Kids About Money and Make a Profit (22:13) Stacking Offers to Get 30% Off Peloton Bikes (28:07) How to Use a VPN to Find Better Deals (29:55) Why It Might Be Cheaper to Pay with Different Currencies (31:52) The Recent U.S. Stock Market Decline (38:53) Chris' Personal Strategy for the 10% Market Drop (40:50) The Importance of Diversifying Your Portfolio (42:12) Tax Loss Harvesting and Why It's a Good Time to Consider It Connect with Chris Newsletter | Membership | X | Instagram | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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