Miles to Memories

Diamond Overtime - Earning on the Road, VPN Hack & Advanced Housesitting Tips

This is the MtM Podcast Diamond Overtime show with Tim & Amy from GoWithLess. They are FIRE, full time nomads and travel hackers! On the main podcast we dove into a ton of good stuff so give it a listen, but in this Diamond exclusive we dive deeper into how they earn points & miles while traveling, some of the difficulties in keeping up, a clever VPN hack for looking like you are in the United States and advanced tips for getting housesits which can save a ton of money. Enjoy!

MtM Podcast Diamond Overtime - Buyers Groups & Reselling

This week on the main Miles to Memories podcast PDX Deals Guy and I talked ways to juice up your mileage earning in 2023 through Buyers Groups and reselling. There were a few things we couldn't say on the podcast, but we decided to record an extra bit for you. Enjoy!

Spending Time Episode 403 - All Things Amex

Join Benjy, Ryan, and Shawn for a discussion on their current Amex strategies and opinions.  They also talk about Walmart weirdness, Chase, and Choice, among other news and spending topics.

MtM Diamond Spotlight with Rena

Join Shawn & Benjy for this month's member spotlight with Rena! In this episode we discuss her journey with miles & points plus some of her experiences with family travel, why Portugal is so good and how she has creatively found ways to take longer trips despite her work schedule.

Spending Time Episode 402

Join Benjy, Ryan and special guest Raymond for another Spending Time. Raymond talks about his World Cup experience and a few of his favorite cards right now and related strategies.  The group also discusses the latest news and spending topics.

Spending Time January 12 - Episode 401

Join Shawn, Benjy and Ryan for another Spending Time. On this episode our main topic is FHR, including our strategies for using credits and favorite hotels to book. We also dive into our recent spending, the death of Kasheesh, Chase changing Pay Yourself Back, Hilton's new low-end brand, Breeze First Class & more!

Spending Time 12-27-22

Here is the unedited version of Mark's final Spending Time podcast. We went an extra 30 minutes and had a lot of fun. I think watching it in the Facebook Group if you can would probably be the best option but here is the audio if it works better for you that way!

Member Spotlight - Adam Pervez

Join us for this month's bonus Member Spotlight where we meet Adam Pervez. He has a travel history you won't want to miss plus we discuss all of the usual stuff including which cards he is going after and how he is earning his points today!

Spending Time - End of Year Recap

Join Shawn, Benjy & Ryan for a discussion of the latest spending related topics including how we are earning our points. We also recap our "best ofs" for 2022 including: Best Welcome Offer, Best Redemption, Best Card Perks & more!

Financial Independence December 2022

Join us for our quarterly FI show. On this month's episode we talk sound investing, discuss which Chase cards we would go after under 5/24 and Benjy discusses what he would have done differently in his FI journey. Don't miss it!

Diamond Spotlight - Kristin Glad

Join us for a bonus episode of Diamond Spotlight! We still have another one coming late December, but because of the scheduling we decided to give you a bonus show.

Kristin is awesome and this was a fun episode! We discuss all of the usual stuff plus get into a nerdy debate about European budget hotel brands. Enjoy!

Spending Time Podcast 11-23-22

Here is the unedited podcast recording for the 11-22-22 Spending Time Podcast. Remember that you can always watch the video in the Facebook group as well. Our main topic was what we are thankful for in the miles and points universe.

Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!

Diamond Spotlight - Justin O'Shea

Join Shawn and Benjy for a wide-ranging discussion with Diamond member Justin O'Shea.  Justin shares his experiences living and traveling throughout Asia, charity work with dog rescue, and points strategy.  Listen all the way to the end for the Banana Republic card love!

Spending Time Nov 8

Hey everyone! This is the audio version of the Spending Time Podcast that was recorded on November 8. As a reminder you can also view the video in the Diamond Lounge Facebook group. 

Ryan was traveling and having some audio issues (mic breaking up and static), but I did my best to clean it up. I think it's significantly better than the live audio, but it is still noticeable. I apologize in advance and hope you enjoy the show!

Shawn

Spending Time 10-25-22

This is the unedited Spending Time podcast, you can also watch the video in the Facebook Group. 

In this episode we hear Benjy's thoughts on the Chicago Seminars, if he learned anything new, an update on Speedway plays and we put Benjy's nuts to the FI....rrrreeee.

Spending Time Podcast 10-11-22

Here is our unedited recording of last nights Spending Time Podcast (which you can watch on Facebook as well). 

Our main topic of the episode was our game plans for Quarter 4. We also discuss recent news, where we have been spending and new cards we grabbed since the last recording.

Financial Independence with Benjy & Shawn

Join Shawn & Benjy for our quarterly FI show where we unravel the mysteries of Financial Independence. Or something like that. 

Spending Time Podcast 9-27-22

This is the unedited Spending Time Podcast recording where we talk about our usual shenanigans, how Speedway is better than office stores and Benjy’s Barclay financial review.

Thanks for listening - enjoy!

Member Spotlight - Kevin States

Join Shawn & Benjy for a fun Member Spotlight where we talk to Diamond member Kevin States. We'll talk about Dave Ramsay's failed debit card, some of his favorite destinations, how he got into miles & points and how he is earning all of his points today! Don't miss it.

Spending Time Podcast 9-13-22

In this unedited spending time podcast episode we take a look at mattress running Hyatt in Las Vegas. What has worked and what hasn't. We also discuss the recent MC gift card hacks and our normal spending topics.

Loyalty Program Deep Dive

Our first episode for the Loyalty Program Deep Dive show. In this unedited recording Mark and Benjy will take a deeper look at Meijer Mperks, Kroger fuel points and Target's sneaky good program. 

Spending Time Aug 23 2022

Join Benjy, Shawn & Ryan for this week's Spending Time. We'll talk about all of the usual stuff including where we spent, new cards we got and all of the Fluz changes plus in our main topic we'll discuss how we spend to save at Disney. Enjoy!

Member Spotlight George Peterson

Join Shawn & Benjy for this month's Diamond Member spotlight with George Peterson. A lot of good info in this one. Enjoy!

Spending Time Podcast 8-9-22 What Still Works?

This is our unedited recording of 8-9-22's Spending Time podcast where we talk about where we spent, cards we opened and closed. Our main topic was what high spend methods still work.

MtM Diamond Member Spotlight - Justin Vacula

Join Mark, Benjy and long time Diamond member Justin Vacula as they talk miles, points & travel. Justin plays the game full time so it should be interesting!

Spending Time Podcast 7-26-22

Our special shut down episode where Benjy goes over what happened, what he thinks caused it and why it was still worth it to him.

This is the unedited audio recording from the 7-26 live recording. Remember that you can always watch the video version in the Facebook Group as well.

Thanks to everyone for being a part of the group, enjoy!

Spending Time with Benjy & Shawn Plus Special Guest Larry L!

Join us for a special Spending Time Podcast. Mark and Ryan are off galavanting around the world so Shawn is joining Benjy along with fellow Diamond Member Larry! He knows his stuff and it was a fun show as we discussed our recent spending, new cards we have opened and other cool stuff only those who listen will know. Enjoy!

Diamond Member Spotlight With Raymond Ringl

Please enjoy this month's Diamond Spotlight with Raymond Ringl! He joins Shawn & Benjy to talk about his many adventures around the globe, taking off on last minute trips and why you should never use your passport as collateral. 

We'll also learn how he is earning points & why he thinks the USB Altitude Reserve card is a hidden gem and way underrated. Enjoy!

Spending Time Podcast 6-28-22

This is the unedited Spending Time Podcast recording from 6-28-22. Remember that you can also watch the recorded video in the Facebook Group if you prefer that option (or join us live while recording this show).

This  episode has a Fluz Grab Bag, plus our usual spending and news segments. 

Thank you to everyone out there for being a part of the group! Have a great night.

Spending Time Podcast 6-14-22

This is the unedited release of our first Spending Time Podcast for June.

Our main topic for this episode will be Fuel Points from all angles, plus our usual spending and news segments. 

Thanks for being a part of the group and for watching / listening. Remember that the video recording can always be found in the Facebook Group as well.