Learn expert tips and tricks for saving money on holiday travel booking, from the best time to book to when you should use rewards points.
When should you book your holiday travel? How can you save money on travel during the busiest travel season? Hosts Sean Pyles and Meghan Coyle talk to travel rewards Nerd Sam Kemmis about how to save money when booking h ... Show More
May 7
Is College Worth It in 2026? Plus, How to Split Solo 401(k) Contributions to Save More
Learn what 2026 grads could borrow for college and how solo 401(k) contributions can build retirement wealth. How much could it cost to go to college in 2026, and is a four-year degree still a smart financial move? Hosts Sean Pyles, CFP®, and Elizabeth Ayoola dig into a new NerdW ... Show More
39m 5s
May 4
Mrs. Dow Jones's New Rules for Getting Rich, Plus How to Combine Finances After Marriage
Personal finance influencer Mrs. Dow Jones breaks down what it really takes to build wealth. Then, learn how to combine finances with your partner. What would you do differently today to make yourself wealthy in the future? Haley Sacks, the personal finance influencer known as Mr ... Show More
45m 53s
Apr 30
Spring Homebuying in 2026 and the Case for Never Paying Off Your Mortgage
Is spring still the right time to buy a home, and does carrying a mortgage forever actually make more financial sense? Before entering into the “forever mortgage” debate, hosts Sean Pyles, CFP®, and Elizabeth Ayoola are joined by senior news writer Anna Helhoski and mortgage writ ... Show More
36m 7s
Jul 2024
Having an Organised Travel Area (#286)
<p>Welcome to a new episode of "Get Organised with Decluttr Me," where I, Shelina, share practical and simple advice to help you declutter and get organised, whether physically, digitally, or mentally. In this episode, we dive into the world of travel and discuss how to ... Show More
19m 31s
Apr 2025
226. The Secrets of the Travel Credit Card Game with Janelle on a Jet
If you've ever scrolled through Instagram wondering how your favorite creators are jet-setting to Paris, sipping cocktails in Bali, or scoring first class seats—all “for free”—and thought, "How the hell are they doing that?”, this episode is your step-by-step guide. I sat down wi ... Show More
1h 29m
Jul 2025
Destination Dupes and Dream Trips: How Americans Are Redefining Travel in the Age of Rising Costs with Bank of America's Mary Hines Droesch
Are Americans sacrificing their financial future for Instagram-worthy experiences? Not quite. In this episode, Mary Hines Droesch, head of Consumer, Small Business & Wealth Management Banking at Bank of America reveals surprising data about how consumers are navigating the tensio ... Show More
39m 49s
Aug 2025
WE BACK - Frugal Fun, Travel Tips, & Sabbatical Takeaways #1019
Finally… a freshie! We’re done with bestie episodes for the summer and are excited to sit down and fill everyone in on what we’ve been up to for the past six weeks. We recount how lucky and blessed we are to be able to take a break from our 9-5, share some of our favorite ways we ... Show More
35m 27s
Jun 2025
Top 50 Ways to Upgrade Your Life, Money, and Travel from 200+ Episodes of All the Hacks
#231: Chris shares his top 50 hacks, learnings and lessons from the past 230 episodes. Learn actionable strategies to level up your travel, wealth, points & miles, productivity, relationships, and so much more! Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/50-impactful-lesso ... Show More
1h 9m
Sep 2025
How I Saved $10,000+ on Luxury Hotels
#244: I'll explain how I saved over $10k on luxury hotels in Costa Rica and Carmel Valley using points, free nights, and elite perks. I’ll walk you through every step, from how to book with points, when to buy them on sale, how to stack hotel credits, which hotel programs give yo ... Show More
57m 56s
Oct 2025
Bougie on a Budget: How to Avoid Holiday Financial Stress ft. The Budget Besties
In this surprise bonus episode of It's About Time, I'm talking to Shana and Vanessa, the 'Budget Besties', about navigating holiday spending and scheduling. We dive into setting boundaries, staying within budget, and creating a stress-free holiday season. Listen in for practical ... Show More
32m 29s
<p><strong>Travel Hacks Every Speaker Should Know with Chris Hutchins</strong></p><p><em>“If you don’t want to play the sign up bonus game, optimize where you’re spending but always be getting more than 2x on everything.”</em></p><p>Navigating the world of travel optimization can ... Show More
