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All the Hacks: Money, Points & Life
Chris Hutchins
Frequency: 1 episode/7d. Total Eps: 282
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Taking My Health Into My Own Hands: Tests, Records, and What Actually Worked
Episode 281
mercredi 3 juin 2026 • Duration 01:04:40
#281: Chris shares the full playbook he used to take control of his health after digging into his biomarkers. He breaks down which tests are actually worth your money and when each one matters. Plus, how he built a personal health AI from his own medical records to surface what doctors missed.
Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/personal-health-ai-diagnostics/.
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Resources Mentioned
Doctors & Medical Practices
Biomarker & Blood Testing
Specialized Diagnostics
Health Data Aggregators & AI Tools
Tech & Wearables
ATH Podcast
- #097: Optimizing Your Health: Diagnostic Tests, Choosing a Doctor, Sleep, Longevity, Inflammation and More with Dr. Jordan Shlain
- Newsletter
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- Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: podcast@chrishutchins.com
Full Show Notes
(00:00) Introduction
(00:46) Chris' Lifelong Battle with High Cholesterol
(07:20) Switching to a More Proactive Doctor
(09:39) Family Medical History: The Cheapest Diagnostic Tool
(10:59) Why ApoB and Lp(a) Belong on Every Lipid Panel
(17:04) Detecting Soft Plaque with a CT Angiogram
(20:02) Moving Beyond Statins for Better Cholesterol Control
(21:46) How Chris Got a $500/Month Drug Covered by Insurance
(25:11) Branching Out to Other Health Diagnostics
(26:15) Comparing the Major Biomarker Blood Work Services
(32:31) What Whole Genome Sequencing Actually Tells You
(34:36) The Real Value of Continuous Glucose Monitoring
(36:08) Getting a Full-Body Skin Scan from a Dermatologist
(36:32) Using a DEXA Scan to Baseline Body Composition
(37:17) Benchmarking Fitness with a VO2 Max Test
(37:51) The Case For (and Against) a Prenuvo Whole-Body MRI
(39:51) Why You Still Need a Human Doctor in the Loop
(44:02) Finding the Right Primary Care Setup for Your Budget
(46:21) The Health Basics Worth More Than Any Fancy Test
(48:40) Building a Personal Health AI From Your Medical Records
(56:56) Smarter Ways to Track Your Diet with AI
(01:01:43) Why Chris Records Every Doctor's Appointment
(01:02:25) Final Takeaways on Modern Health Diagnostics
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The Hidden Rules of Credit Card Approvals
Episode 280
mercredi 27 mai 2026 • Duration 50:28
#280: Learn how to dramatically improve your odds of getting approved for the credit cards you actually want. Chris breaks down the hidden system every bank uses to evaluate applications, why your credit score matters far less than what's on your report, and the real factors driving denials, from credit-to-income ratios to recent inquiries to each issuer's internal model. He also walks through what to do before you apply, how to sequence applications across issuers, and the right moves to make after a denial.
Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/credit-card-approval-strategy
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Resources Mentioned
Credit Cards
- The Atmos™ Rewards Visa Summit Card
- The Business Platinum Card® from American Express
- Southwest Rapid Rewards® Plus Credit Card
- Capital One Venture X Business
- Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card
- Capital One Spark Cash Plus
Tools & Resources
Articles
ATH Podcast
- #221: Deep Dive on Credit Reports, Scores, and Their Real-World Impact
- #228: Deep Dive on Citi Credit Cards and ThankYou Points (Best 2-Card Combo)
- #236: Deep Dive on Amex Credit Cards and Membership Rewards Points
- #242: Deep Dive on Capital One Credit Cards and Miles (+ Why I Love Them)
- #247:Deep Dive on Bank of America Credit Cards (Up to 5.25% Cash Back)
- Best Cards Page
- AMA: Submit A Question
- Newsletter
- Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify
- Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: podcast@chrishutchins.com
Full Show Notes
(00:00) Introduction
(03:50) Why Chris Lets His Cards Report High Balances
(05:06) When Your Credit Score Actually Matters
(05:53) Why Business Cards Stay Off Your Credit Report
(06:39) What Actually Counts as a Business
(10:55) How Your Credit-to-Income Ratio Drives Approvals
(14:48) What Your Payment History Reveals
(15:08) Why Recent Inquiries Can Sink Your Application
(17:44) The Chase 5/24 Rule Explained
(18:44) The Hidden Internal Models Banks Use
(19:18) Diagnosing a Listener's Surprise 820-Score Denial
(24:56) What to Check Before You Hit Submit
(25:55) Sequencing Business Card Applications for Approval
(28:05) The Best Personal Card Offers Right Now
(28:50) Why a Checking Account Can Boost Your Odds
(30:10) Using Frozen Credit Bureaus to Your Advantage
(32:37) Tag-Teaming Applications With a Partner
(33:32) Why Last-Minute Fixes Don't Work
(34:32) Using Pre-Qualification Tools to Avoid Hard Pulls
(34:49) Cutting Unnecessary Credit to Get Approved
(35:27) What Actually Happens After a Denial
(40:54) When It Makes Sense to Close a Card
(44:26) The Hidden Value of Card-Linked Offers
(46:15) Every Major Bank's Application Rules
(48:45) The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything
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How to Actually Live the Life You're Optimizing For with Sahil Bloom
Episode 271
mercredi 25 mars 2026 • Duration 59:35
#271: Learn why over-optimizing your life can quietly destroy the things you actually care about. Chris and Sahil explore the doorman fallacy, why big life decisions should happen fast, how to use AI as a thinking partner, and why systems beat motivation every time.
Sahil Bloom is a writer, entrepreneur, and investor. He wrote The 5 Types of Wealth, publishes the newsletter The Curiosity Chronicle to nearly a million readers, and is the Founder of the men's skincare line Wild Roman.
Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/sahil-bloom-stop-over-optimizing-life
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Resources Mentioned
Sahil: Website | Newsletter | X
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Books & Articles
- The 5 Types of Wealth by Sahil Bloom
- A Reflection On The Little Things
- The Doorman Fallacy
- The Real AI Risk Nobody Told You About
- The 2028 Global Intelligence Crisis
- Rule for Life: Don't Complain
AI Tools
Phone Lock Box: Mindsight Timed Lock Box
Full Show Notes
(00:00) Introduction
(00:58) Why Sahil Moved His Entire Family from New York to Boston
(03:09) Why Big Life Changes Should Happen Fast
(04:47) The Real ROI of Small Moments
(06:27) The Doorman Fallacy: What You Lose When You Optimize the Surface
(10:32) Designing Your Life vs Letting It Happen
(15:15) The Tradeoffs of Living Near Opportunity
(22:17) Why Now Is the Best Time in History to Be Curious
(30:05) How Sahil Actually Uses AI Day-to-Day
(36:23) Solomon's Paradox: Why We Can't Take Our Own Advice
(38:45) Using Voice Agents to Think Better
(40:03) Balancing Work, Family, and Time
(45:47) Why Motivation Is Overrated and Choice Architecture Wins
(49:11) Making Workouts Non-Negotiable Without Sacrificing Work
(52:54) How Often to Audit Your Routines (Before They Start Owning You)
(53:42) Why Sahil Invested $1M of His Own Money in a Skincare Company
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Making an Easy $3k/mo from Online Deals with Kai
Episode 181
mercredi 26 juin 2024 • Duration 01:10:44
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#181: Learn the profitable side hustle of turning everyday deals into a reliable income stream. Chris and Kai explore an unconventional approach to maximize savings, leveraging brokerage bonuses, meal kits, cell phones, buying groups and gift cards. They also share tips to find the best freebies and discounts.
In 2023, Kai earned over $36,000 and 2.4 million points turning deals into profits. He shares his churning journey every month on the his podcast.
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Resources Mentioned
All the Hacks:
- Credit Cards
- Bank Bonuses
- Newsletter
- Membership
- Episode #138: Optimizing Cell Phone Plans: The Best Carriers, Deals, Plans, Insider Pricing, Insurance and More!
- Episode #170: Cash Back vs. Points: Are We Playing the Wrong Credit Card Game?
Doctor Of Credit: Best Bank Account Bonuses | Brokerage Bonuses
Freebies and Discounts
Brokerage Accounts
- Robinhood: Unlimited 1% Transfer Bonus
- Webull
- Schwab
- E*TRADE
- tastytrade
- Moomoo
- Bonus Info: Bogleheads
Meal Kits
- HelloFresh: Free Box with Referral or 10 Free Meals - Free Appetizer For Life
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- Referral codes: Reddit Thread
Cell Phone Plans
Buying Groups
Gift Cards: Pepper
Full Show Notes
(00:00) Introduction
(02:43) Quick Overview of “Profitable Deals”
(08:20) Leveraging Bank Bonuses
(10:58) Opening a Bank Account: Average Requirements and Returns
(14:40) Why You Should Prioritize Brokerages to Make Profit
(17:14) Brokerage Accounts
(24:10) Getting the Best Deals off Meal Kits
(25:46) Kai's Favorite Meal Kits
(28:04) How to Save on a New Phone or Cell Phone Plan
(31:30) Big Cell Phone Carriers vs. MVNO
(32:27) Number Porting for Cell Phone Plans
(36:14) Best Sources for Discounts and Freebies
(39:15) How to Filter Out the Best Deals
(41:10) Kai's Approach to the Credit Card Game
(44:59) Misconceptions Around Opening Credit Cards
(46:30) Paying Taxes with Your Credit Card
(49:20) How Buying Groups and Reselling Works
(56:07) Making Profits on Gift Card Deals
(57:31) Bank Funding: Profiting with Zero Costs
(59:44) Why You Should Have a Player 2 for Better Deals
(1:02:23) Insane Referral Bonuses
(1:04:01) Player 2 Hacks
(1:06:20) Using Your Business as a Player
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Stocks vs. Real Estate: What’s the Best Investment to Build Wealth?
Episode 180
mercredi 19 juin 2024 • Duration 51:10
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#180: Chris hosts a debate about whether stock investing or real estate is the faster path to wealth. He's joined by experts from The Motley Fool and BiggerPockets who dive into tax advantages, cash flow potential, long-term returns, and wealth-building strategies associated with each investment path to help you make informed decisions.
Jason Moser and Matt Argersinger are analysts at The Motley Fool, a financial services company that provides free and premium investment guidance to millions of investors.
Scott Trench is CEO and President and Dave Meyer is VP of Market Intelligence at BiggerPockets, the world's largest online network of real estate investors.
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Resources Mentioned
- The Real Estate Podcast
- Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs)
- The “Value-Add” Playbook
- 1031 Exchange
- The “Middle Class Trap”
Full Show Notes
(00:00) Introduction
(02:21) Defining Stock Investing Vs. Real Estate Investing
(03:59) The Case For Stock Investing
(06:52) Why You Should Invest In Real Estate First
(08:03) Barriers To Entry For Stocks vs. Real Estate
(10:40) Getting Returns on Stocks vs. Real Estate
(13:34) Volatility: How Much Risk Is Involved?
(15:47) How To Diversify In Real Estate
(21:25) Forced Selling in Real Estate vs. Stocks
(24:07) Leveraging Real Estate Investment Trusts
(26:24) Value Add Investing in Real Estate
(27:48) Time Investment: Managing Stock vs. Real Estate Portfolios
(37:41) Can You Leverage The Stock Market For Higher Return?
(39:55) Liquidity in Stock Market vs. Real Estate
(42:22) Tax Advantages of Investing in Stocks vs. Real Estate
(44:52) Closing Arguments for Real Estate vs. Stocks
(46:29) Diversifying Your Investment Portfolio With Both Stocks and Real Estate
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Travel Wisdom from the World’s Most Traveled Man (Harry Mitsidis)
Episode 179
samedi 15 juin 2024 • Duration 46:18
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#179: The world’s most traveled man, Harry Mitsidis shares his wisdom on the transformative benefits of travel. He provides insights on planning trips for the best experiences, shares his favorite destinations and highlights under-appreciated countries and regions.
Harry Mitsidis is one of three people in the world to have visited every country twice. He founded NomadMania, a travel community platform that offers tools, information, and resources that empower meaningful adventures around the world.
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Resources Mentioned
Harry Mitsidis: NomadMania | Newsletter | Instagram
Every Passport Stamp Facebook Group
Underrated Countries:
Under Apprecited Regions:
- Canada: Nova Scotia | New Brunswick
- Brazil: Rio Grande do Sul
- Argentina: Salta | Córdoba
- France: La Rochelle
Harry’s Favorite Dishes:
- Netherlands: Vla - Dutch Custard
- Turkey: İskender kebap
- Brazil: Feijoada
- US: Red Lobster
Dangerous Countries
Full Show Notes
(00:00) Introduction
(02:21) How Harry’s Travel Obsession Started
(05:15) Countries That Were Most Challenging to Visit
(08:05) Why Slow Travel Matters
(14:08) The Different Benefits of Travel
(20:36) Solo Travel vs. Group Travel
(22:26) The One-of-a-Kind Experience in North Korea
(24:05) Traveling to Dangerous Destinations
(31:42) Underrated Countries
(33:36) Ways to Feel Like a Local in a New Destination
(37:35) Harry's Favorite Food Around the World
(39:30) Regions That Are Under-Appreciated
(43:12) Why Your Second Trip to a Destination Is a Better Experience
(44:27) Places That Left Harry Disappointed
(46:53) Harry's Advice to Travelers
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How a Simple Change Can Improve Your Health, Sleep and More with James Nestor
Episode 178
mercredi 12 juin 2024 • Duration 01:02:08
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#178: Bestselling author James Nestor reveals how improper breathing can lead to health issues that include poor sleep, asthma, chronic congestion, ADHD, and anxiety. He shares research-backed techniques to identify and correct your breathing habits, highlighting the numerous health benefits of nasal breathing.
James Nestor is a science journalist and award-winning author of the book Breath. His work has appeared in The Atlantic, Outside, Scientific American, The New York Times and more.
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Resources Mentioned
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Books:
- Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art
- Deep: Freediving, Renegade Science, and What the Ocean Tells Us about Ourselves
Full Show Notes
(00:00) Introduction
(03:10) Why Humans Are the Worst Breathers and Why We Should Care
(05:29) The Importance of Nasal Breathing
(07:18) Ways to Identify if You're a Mouth Breather and How to Fix It
(10:07) What Is Oral Posture and Why Is It Important?
(15:58) The Problem with Straightening Your Teeth
(22:07) How to Improve Nasal Breathing
(23:39) The Benefits of Nasal Breathing and Deep Breaths
(28:42) The Functions of the Left Nostril vs. Right Nostril
(30:58) The Correct Way to Exhale
(31:28) Breathing Techniques
(39:14) Is It Possible to Overbreathe?
(41:19) The Vital Role of the Underutilized Diaphragm
(46:03) The Immediate Impact of Breathing Correctly
(47:01) How to Fix Your Posture for Optimized Breathing
(48:33) Products to Aid Better Breathing
(50:58) Why You Should Learn to Hold Your Breath
(55:50) The Benefits of Freediving
(57:54) Best Breathing Techniques for Kids
(59:34) Apps to Help You Track and Improve Your Breathing
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Best Bank Account Setup to Earn Interest on All Your Cash
Episode 177
mercredi 5 juin 2024 • Duration 01:03:49
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#177: Chris shares the best accounts to replace your checking account and maximize interest earning. He evaluates must-have banking features, compares 10+ bank accounts, assesses the pros and cons of switching accounts, offers automation tips to elevate your banking experience and so much more.
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All-in-One High Yield Accounts:
- Fidelity Cash Management (SPAXX coming June 15)
- Wealthfront Cash Account (Get 5.5%)
- U.S. Bank Elite Money Market
- TransferWise (For international transactions)
High Yield Savings + Checking w/ Overdraft:
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- SoFi
- Capital One
- Discover
- CIT Bank
- Ally Bank
- Robinhood: Spending | Investing
- Schwab Checking Account
Recurring Transfers: Zelle App
Personal Finance Tracker: Copilot (Get 2 months free with code HACKS2)
Wealthfront:
Full Show Notes
(00:00) Introduction
(03:29) Must-Have Features in a Primary Bank Account
(09:23) Tiebreakers to Consider for a Bank Account
(14:43) High-Yield Savings Accounts
(17:41) Regular Checking Accounts
(21:43) The Most Optimal Way to Use a Bank Account
(24:54) Comparison of Banks with Main Features You Need
(28:50) Robinhood's Investing & Spending Accounts
(30:52) The Difference Between Bank Accounts and Investment Accounts
(33:25) The Schwab Checking Account
(38:39) Unique Features of Mercury
(44:33) The Wealthfront Individual Cash Account
(46:15) U.S. Bank's Elite Money Market Account
(47:17) Fidelity Cash Management Account
(53:24) Chris' Top 3 Bank Account Recommendations
(56:42) Is It Worth Switching Bank Accounts?
(58:45) Simple Steps to Automate Your Financial Life
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Redeeming Points and Miles for Max Value (and What Not To Do!) with Nick Reyes
Episode 176
mercredi 29 mai 2024 • Duration 01:32:44
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#176: Chris and Nick share the strategies you need to know to easily get the most value out of your points and miles. They discuss the best and worst redemption options, transferring points, optimal ways to structure a trip, finding availability, tips for hotel and airline programs and more.
Nick Reyes is the Senior Author at Frequent Miler and co-host of the Frequent Miler On The Air podcast. He is an avid traveler who's been to 60+ countries and loves collecting points and miles.
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Frequent Miler On The Air Podcast
- How to find impossible hotel awards
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- Points for family travel
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- Episode #166: Best Tools for Booking Flights with Points & Miles with Greg the Frequent Miler
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Full Show Notes
(00:00) Introduction
(02:12) Why Nick Loves The Points and Miles Game (vs. Cash Back)
(04:26) The Worst Ways To Redeem Points and Miles
(08:12) Booking Travel via Credit Card Portals
(11:51) How To Maximize Transfer Partner Redemptions
(20:54) Is It Really Worth Investing Time To Learn The Points Game?
(23:56) The Basics of Transferring Points
(27:38) How Major Airline Alliances Work
(31:29) Understanding Airline Ticket Pricing
(32:55) 3 Things You Need In Abundance To Travel More
(39:41) The Impact of Travel Award Availability
(46:25) Optimizing Transfer Bonuses
(48:08) How To Position Your Flight and Structure Your Trip
(56:18) Redeeming Points and Miles For Different Airline Cabin Classes
(1:00:59) How To Travel With Kids Using Points and Miles
(1:06:32) Can Families Actually Use Awards to Fly Business Class?
(1:14:03) Seat Hack For Traveling With Kids
(1:16:53) Nick's Advice To Make Best Use of Points and Miles
(1:24:56) Are Hotel Points Actually Worth It?
(1:28:23) Award Booking Services
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Monday Musings: Latest Deals, Summer Award Travel, Father's Day Gift Ideas, Calling 911 and More
Episode 175
mardi 28 mai 2024 • Duration 44:37
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#175: Host Chris Hutchins shares his latest deals, advice on booking summer travel with points, some father’s day gift ideas, a family health update and more.
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Latest Deals
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Great Finds
Recommendations
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Father's Day Gift Ideas
- Moft: Snap-on Phone Stand & Wallet
- Ten Thousand Midweight Tech Hoodie
- Ooni Pizza Oven
- Cocktail Codex Book
- Shokz OpenRun Pro Headphones
- Theory11 Box One
- Eight Sleep Pod 4 Ultra
- Tug-o-wobble Game
- Nike Vaporfly Shoes
- Storyworth: Book of Stories from Dad
- Masterclass: Learn from Experts
- Indochino: Custom Suits (promo code ALLTHEHACKS)
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Full Show Notes
(0:00) Introduction
(3:53) Latest Deals
(7:30) Travel, Points & Miles
(10:29) Great Finds
(11:19) Chris' Recommendations
(12:40) Father's Day Gift Ideas
(16:36) BRCA
(24:16) My First 911 Call
(27:12) Saving on One-Way Flights
(34:35) Booking Summer Travel Award Flights
(39:58) App to Teach Kids to Read
(42:59) Charity: water Fundraiser
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