#63: New York Times bestselling author and professor, Cal Newport, joins Chris to discuss building and living what he calls a “deep life.” We also delve into strategies that increase efficiency and quality of output, why constant email and messages are making you less productive (and what to do about it) and how to implement “high-quality leisure” into your ... Show More
Aug 20
Deep Dive on Capital One Credit Cards and Miles (+ Why I Love Them)
#242: Chris dives into the Capital One credit card lineup, breaking down earning structures for miles and cash back, exciting benefits, and redemption strategies. He also covers the best 2-card combo, transfer partners, important application rules, and more. Link to Full Show Not ... Show More
1h 4m
Aug 13
Earn More Points with New Cards, Bonuses, and Challenges in 2025
#241: We cover new credit cards, increased welcome bonuses, and major changes to existing cards and their benefits. Plus, learn how to rack up thousands of points through airline and hotel challenges and giveaways. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/new-cards-incr ... Show More
56m 42s
Aug 6
Top Airline & Hotel Transfer Partners to Maximize Your Points with Greg the Frequent Miler
#240: Transferring points is one of the best ways to maximize your points, so today we share the top airline and hotel transfer partners. We also cover strategies to get the most out of your points, including how to leverage transfer bonuses, identify sweet spots, avoid common mi ... Show More
1h 27m
Jul 2024
Break Free from Burnout: How to Accomplish More by Doing Less with Cal Newport #466
In today's fast-paced world, the pursuit of productivity often leads to overwhelm. In fact, one report suggests that 88% of UK workers have experienced some degree of burnout over the past two years. But what if there’s a better way to work and live?
This week, I’m delighted to w ... Show More
1h 49m
Mar 2024
Seasonality and Understanding Pseudo-Productivity | Cal Newport PT 2
Ryan continues his conversation with computer science professor and bestselling author, Cal Newport. They discuss how to be indispensable in your personal and professional life, the myth of busyness, Cal’s latest book Slow Productivity: The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burn ... Show More
1h 8m
Jun 2021
400: Digital Minimalism, Doing Deep Work & Quitting Social Media | Cal Newport
Have you ever lost an entire evening to your social media feed? Or spent your weekend compulsively checking your email, instead of paying attention to your loved ones? Or maybe you feel like you’re always in a state of semi-distraction? If you relate, you *need* to listen to this ... Show More
1h 21m
Mar 2024
Down With Pseudo-Productivity: Why We Need to Transform the Way We Work
The last several years have seen the rise of a sort of anti-productivity movement. Knowledge workers who feel burned out and that work is pointless, meaningless, and grinding, have been talking more about opting out, “quiet quitting,” and doing nothing.My guest would argue that, ... Show More
1 h