Saverocity Observation Deck - Miles, Points, And Travel Podcast

Wherein Trevor, Joe, and the AWARD WINNING Joe Cortez discuss the Freddie Awards and the state of loyalty programs in 2016. Does Marriott truly deserve to be considered the top hotel program? Is AAdvantage going to stay on top next year? Other junk? Recorded 6 May, 2016.

Wherein we record live and direct from the fourth Family Travel for Real Life Conference! Joe Cheung is joined by Richard Kerr, Shawn Coomer, Haley Bach, and Dia Adams as we discuss getting off the tourist path and our evolving strategies for traveling as families. With a special cameo from the professor, Sam Simon. Recorded 23 Apr, 2016.

Wherein we discuss low fares and much more with George Hobica, the president and founder of www.airfarewatchdog.com! Listen to find out more about the site and hear George's thoughts on the future of low airfares in general. Recorded 15 Apr, 2016.

Wherein the Joes try to be sensitive as Trevor goes nuts about Alaska's Emirates devaluation. Rough night, but we still had a lot of fun recording! Come find catharsis with the boys! Recorded 31 Mar, 2016.

Wherein Freequent Flyer joins us (3rd time!) to discuss the Diamond status freely given by Hyatt, thoughts on how that's affected loyal Diamonds, whether chasing status causes people to put Hyatt blinders on, and requalification ideas. Plus, a Last Word you'll definitely forget! Recorded 17 Mar, 2016.

Wherein we discuss the tightening of credit card sign up bonuses, card shutdowns, and get back to good old arguments between the main three hosts! Plus, what's going to be the best card to use at Costco, how bad is Emirates new business class seat, and are the Freddies AA's to lose? Recorded 11 Mar, 2016.

Wherein Oren from Oren's Money Saver returns to discuss Reselling in greater depth! Featuring reader questions about Amazon fees, getting unlocked in selling categories, and more! Plus, is reselling MS? Is it the next big thing?

Wherein Matt joins us as we flash our lack of expertise on a variety of topics. Included: South American trip reports, legal advice from people who aren't lawyers, and how much we'd truly pay for Ultimate Rewards points. Recorded 6 Feb, 2016.

Wherein we discuss all things Disney trip planning related with the incomparable Haley Bach. When to go, where to stay, what to eat, maximizing your time, plus random Disney factoids sprinkled throughout. Recorded 16 Jan 2016.

Oren from Oren's Money Saver and Trevor teach me the basics of reselling. Last Word featuring fails and amazing success stories. If you are interested in starting reselling, this is the podcast for you! Recorded 2 Jan 2016.

Wherein we debate, debate, debate, debate. Take a look back on the year in miles and points and find out who took home top marks in the first annual Saverocity Observation Deck Awards!

Wherein Joe Cortez and Trevor...are civil to each other? Must be Festivus! Grievances! Feats of strength! And a Festivus miracle you don't want to miss! Recorded 13 Dec 2015.

Wherein we mourn the last big program to fall. Featuring quotes/predictions from previous podcasts and how they're relevant to the changes we saw this week. Also, a Marriott/SPG focused Last Word. Recorded 18 Nov, 2015.

Wherein I catch up with Matt and Kenny about the status of credit card churning these days and discuss our current strategies. We also discuss our strategies with our miles and points balances as it relates to our limited time. Recorded 2 Nov, 2015.

Wherein we discuss ways we go about saving money when paying out of pocket for travel. What, Trevor pays out of pocket? Apparently so...occasionally. Recorded 9 Oct 2015.

Wherein we start by discussing how our family lives affect our games, and then allow alcohol to cause our conversation to meander to...who knows. Recorded LIVE in Wellesley, MA with Free-quent Flyer, VRHunter, and Franklin's Dad 26 Sept, 2015.

Wherein the gang gets back together and it isn't pretty. We make some random musings on travel and update our plans for travel/status in the near and distant future. Recorded 6 September, 2015.

Wherein we discuss how miles and points fit into the big picture of our overall finances, hypothesize about biggest threats to the game, and reflect on why we write. Featuring Big Boss himself, Matt F. Saverocity! Plus, you'll never guess who hoards AA miles. Recorded 31 July, 2015.

Wherein we discuss Barclays Bank and its credit cards, get Joe Cortez's take on the Arrival+ changes, discuss what the heck you should do with your Aviator card, invent a new drinking game, and try out a new Last Word format featuring selfies and massages. Plus, a reader question about our top miles and points resources. Recorded 17 July, 2015.

Wherein we interview Gideon the Free-quent Flyer in a supersized podcast. We talk with FQF about how he thrives in the miles and points game despite not having a "real job" (no secrets revealed, just quality shop talk), his philosophy on redeeming points, things to consider if you are not super wealthy but want to play this game. Plus a reader question about the best Visa for a non miles junkie, and Last Word featuring blog revenues, Barclays Arrival devaluation, and our most cherished foods! Recorded 8 July, 2015.