#52: Writer and cookbook author Liz Moody joins Chris to discuss health and wellness hacks, including what kind of foods you need to be adding in, supplements, vitamins, cold showers, circadian walks, hydroxyapatite, taping your mouth, all her favorite health hacks, and more. Liz Moody (@lizmoody) is a health and wellness hacker. She is the author of two healthy cookbooks: Healthier Together: Recipes for Two-Nourish Your Body, Nourish Your Relationships, and Glow Pops, contributing food editor for mindbodygreen, and host of the hit wellness podcast Healthier Together.  Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/health-liz-moody Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned All the Hacks Newsletter: Sign Up Liz Moody: Instagram | Podcast | Patreon | Cookbooks | HT Deck Chris on Liz's Podcast: Healthier Together with Chris Hutchins Liz Moody Episodes Mentioned: Glucose Goddess | Dr. Katy Milkmen | Dr. Anna Lembke | Mark Burhenne, DDS | Dr. Amishi Jha Liz’s London Recommendations: Dishoom | Canal Walks | Paddington Station | Camden Market | Nitrogen Ice-Cream | Gordon’s Wine Bar Products Mentioned: Athletic Greens | RiseWell Toothpaste | Boka Toothpaste  Affordable Life Insurance: Fabric 20% off Performance Apparel: Vuori Free Vitamin D + Travel Packs: Athletic Greens   Full Show Notes (01:33) Introduction to Liz Moody (03:14) Healthy Eating with Fruity Pebbles (07:55) Green Starter Hack (12:32) Cauliflower Rice Hack (14:07) Enhancing Flavor with Spices (14:42) Morning Routine: Starting with a Big Smoothie (18:48) Shelf Life of Spices (21:03) Liz's Taco Salad Recipe (22:13) Gluten-Free and Dairy-Free Cookbook Approach (22:57) Embracing a Plant-Forward Diet (24:17) Considering Organic vs. Conventional Vegetables (25:19) Benefits of Grass-Fed Beef (26:20) Role of Supplements and Vitamins (28:22) Diversifying Your Produce Consumption (31:27) Setting Realistic Health Goals (33:47) Making Healthy Habits Enjoyable (35:31) Starting a Meditation Practice (40:17) Benefits of Cold Showers (41:38) Balancing Dopamine Levels (45:29) How to Take a Cold Shower (50:49) Incorporating Circadian Walks (53:22) Exploring Hydroxyapatite (55:54) Benefits of Mouth Taping (57:27) Introduction to the "Healthier Together" Deck (1:00:58) Liz's London Recommendations (01:07:00) Finding Liz Moody Online   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#51: Travel Pro Leigh Rowan joins Chris for a second time to discuss luxurious travel hacks, including getting the best prices on private jet travel, first-class experiences flying commercial, a look into high-end luxury resorts, and advice on tipping, luxury property rentals, and organizing your activities on your next vacation. Leigh Rowan (@leighrowan) is a serious travel hacker. He is the founder and CEO of Savanti Travel, a travel management company for executives, and prior to that was the COO of The Points Guy. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/luxury-travel-leigh-rowan Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/75BUUvUMyyM   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned All the Hacks Newsletter: Sign Up Leigh Rowan: Twitter | Savanti Travel Find empty legs on private jets: Villiers Jets | XO | Victor | OpenPoint Find your airline’s seat map: SeatGuru Find luxury properties: Cuvee Ridiculous villa Chris booked in Cabo: Villa Turquesa Perks and benefits experiment email: [email protected] Concierge Services: Quintessentially   Experience shared private flying: JSX   Full Show Notes (00:14) Introduction to Leigh Rowan (01:43) Ultra-High-End Travel Experiences (03:14) Exploring Private Jet Travel (04:42) The Truth About Private Aviation (06:25) Discovering Private Jet Deals (07:02) Cost of Renting a Plane (10:16) Understanding Cabotage (10:47) Common Uses of Private Travel (11:59) Private Jet Demand Post-Pandemic (15:13) The Private Jet Experience (16:41) Boarding and Disembarking a Private Jet (18:52) Traveling with JSX (20:32) First-Class Experiences in Commercial Flights (25:47) Potential Return of Premium Economy (28:57) Flying Business Class Internationally (30:47) Insights into High-End Luxury Hotels (31:20) Comparing Four vs. Five-Star Resorts (37:45) Luxury Resort Loyalty Programs (41:46) Upscale Luxury Property Rentals (47:35) Benefits of Using a Travel Advisor (51:28) Practical Tips for Tipping (56:02) Organizing Activities During Your Vacation (58:21) Finding Leigh Rowan Online   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#50: Entrepreneur and investor Adam Nash joins Chris to discuss the biggest misconceptions of philanthropy, the hurdles of giving, tax benefits for charitable donations, real estate investing, why Daffy was created, everything you need to know about Donor-Advised Funds, and more. Adam Nash (@AdamNash) is the CEO and co-founder of Daffy, a not-for-profit community built around a new modern way to give. Adam is a seasoned executive, investor and advisor. He sits on the board of the investing company Acorns, he teaches the "Personal Finance for Engineers" course at Stanford and he was previously the president and CEO at Wealthfront.  Full Show Notes at: https://www.allthehacks.com/giving-adam-nash View Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/mERMZviCHx0   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Get a free $25 in your Daffy account: https://allthehacks.com/daffy Connect with Adam Nash: Twitter | Instagram | Adam's Blog | Daffy’s Blog Selected Works from Daffy’s blog: Let’s Close the Trillion-Dollar Generosity Gap | The Benefits of Donating Stock to Charity Adam’s Stanford Course: CS 007: Personal Finance for Engineers Book Mentioned: Happy Money: The Science of Happier Spending by Elizabeth Dunn and Dr. Michael Norton   Palo Alto Recommendations:  The Post | The Sea | Stanford Campus | The Dish | Shoreline Lake Bilt Signup: https://allthehacks.com/bilt   Full Show Notes  (02:13) Dispelling Philanthropy Misconceptions (03:29) Determining Optimal Giving Amounts (09:22) Evaluating Wise Utilization of Organizational Funds (12:36) Maximizing Potential for Charitable Giving (15:10) Overcoming Challenges in the Act of Giving (20:44) Supporting Similar Organizations Through Giving (23:15) Exploring Tax Benefits of Charitable Donations (23:49) Understanding Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) (27:42) The Creation of Daffy (30:34) Analyzing High Fees on Donor-Advised Funds (33:04) Leveraging Appreciated Assets for Donations (38:31) Relocating Donor-Advised Funds (40:37) User-Friendly Donor-Advised Fund Apps (44:31) Investing Strategies within Daffy Funds (46:04) Common Personal Finance Misconceptions (48:10) Integrating Alternative Investments into Your Portfolio (52:36) Exploring Real Estate as an Investment Avenue (57:52) Palo Alto Dining, Drinks, and Entertainment Recommendations (59:41) Connecting with Adam Online   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#49: This episode breaks down exactly how I booked a $20,000+ trip Bora Bora for less than $1,500 with points and miles. I'll break down finding flights, transferring the points, booking the hotels, my own recommendations for Bora Bora and all the hacks you need to make a trip like this possible yourself. Watch the video of this episode: https://youtu.be/wjX4K2RLOj8 Full Show Notes at: https://allthehacks.com/travel-hacking-bora-bora Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Suggested Episodes on Travel Hacking: #1. Leigh Rowan | #2. Brad Barrett | #27. Brian Kelly Point.me: $1 for your first month with this link (and using the code HACKS) Finding the right flight: point.me | FlightConnections | Google Flights | ExpertFlyer | French bee | Air Tahiti Nui Finding the right hotel: Google Hotels | AwardMapper | Costco Travel | FlyerTalk (example thread on St Regis Bora Bora) Tahiti Recommendations: Intercontinental Tahiti | Hilton Hotel Tahiti Bora Bora Recommendations: St. Regis Bora Bora Resort | Conrad Bora Bora Nui | Bora Bora Sharks and Stingrays | Amazon Floats   Full Show Notes (01:13) Listener Email (03:02) Setting the Trip Background (04:40) Experiencing Bora Bora (06:46) Navigating Flight Selection (06:57) Flightconnections.com (07:27) Google Flights (11:40) Expert Flyer (13:13) Point.me and Air Canada (16:24) Choosing the Perfect Accommodation (16:50) Google Hotels (18:43) Awardmapper.com (19:09) Booking with Marriott (22:30) Unlocking Upgrades (24:18) Insights on Flying Air Tahiti (26:41) Costco Hack for Savings (27:12) Managing Food Costs (28:13) St. Regis vs. Conrad: A Comparison (31:17) Insider Bora Bora Hacks Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#48: Investing expert Brian Feroldi joins Chris to discuss the current market, Brian’s counterintuitive investing philosophy, making an investor checklist, evaluating risk, investor policy statements, understanding market capitalization, creating an exit strategy, asymmetric bets and more. Brian Feroldi (@BrianFeroldi) is a financial educator, YouTuber, and author of Why Does The Stock Market Go Up?: Everything You Should Have Been Taught About Investing in School, But Weren’t, who has also written more than 3,000 articles on stocks, investing, and personal finance for the Motley Fool. He's been intensely interested in money, personal finance, and investing since he graduated from college and shares his knowledge with the world on Twitter, YouTube, Instagram and Fool.com. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/investing-checklist-brian-feroldi   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Brian Feroldi: Twitter | YouTube | Instagram | Website | Motley Fool Articles Brian's Site: Long Term Mindset Order Brian’s Book: Why Does The Stock Market Go Up?: Everything You Should Have Been Taught About Investing in School, But Weren’t YouTube Video: Brian Feroldi’s Stock Investing Checklist: A Step By Step Guide Brian’s Investing Checklist: brianferoldi.com/checklist/ Stock Investing Platforms mentioned: Interactive Brokers | M1 Finance Rhode Island Recommendations: Hemenway’s Restaurant | Waterfire Providence | Tilted Barn Brewery  Books Referenced: Warren Buffet and the Interpretation of Financial Statements: The Search for the Company with Durable Competitive Advantage by Mary Buffett and David Clark The Little Book That Builds Wealth: The Knockout Formula for Finding Great Investments by Pat Dorsey 100 Baggers: Stocks that Return 100-to-1and How to Find Them by Christopher W. Mayer   Full Show Notes (01:15) Chris Welcomes Brian to All The Hacks (01:25) Making Sense of the Current Market (03:06) Brian's Perspective on Calm and Volatile Times (04:13) Timing the Market vs. Dollar-Cost Averaging (06:35) Brian's Approach to Managing His Portfolio (08:27) The Art of Evaluating Risk (09:43) Crafting an Investor Policy Statement (12:20) Building an Effective Investing Checklist (16:25) Educating Yourself for Informed Company Selection (19:54) Balancing Passive Investment with Bold Bets (22:55) The Role of Price in Stock Investing (25:20) Demystifying Market Capitalization (27:12) Exiting Positions in Response to Market Cap Growth (28:31) Defining Exit Strategies and Keeping Investment Journals (30:52) Doubling Down: Knowing When to Reinforce Positions (33:35) Brian's Counterintuitive Investment Philosophy (36:22) Brian's Choice Trading Platform (39:01) Evaluating Company Performance (41:18) Online Resources for Comparative Analysis (41:58) Venturing into Higher-Risk Endeavors (43:53) Researching and Unearthing Asymmetrical Bets (45:34) Differing Vetting Processes for High-Risk and Low-Risk Investments (47:28) Brian's Watchlist: Five Intriguing Stocks (49:08) Book Recommendations from Brian (52:52) Contrarian View on Accelerated Mortgage Payment (52:52) Local Rhode Island Recommendations (54:24) Connecting with Brian Online Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#47: Behavioral social scientist Arthur Brooks joins Chris to explore happiness and the different types of intelligence. They also explore the hustle culture, the science of satisfaction, the reverse bucket list, the four good idols (friends, family, faith, and work) and the four to watch out for (money, power, pleasure, and pain) Arthur C. Brooks (@arthurbrooks) is a Harvard Professor, musician, and columnist for the Atlantic. He is also the bestselling author of 11 books on topics ranging from economic opportunity to human happiness. In February 2022, Arthur released From Strength to Strength, a book on finding meaning, success, and deep purpose in the second half of life.  Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/happiness-arthur-brooks and you can watch this episode on YouTube   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Arthur: Website | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube Some of Arthur's Books From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life Love Your Enemies: How Decent People Can Save America from the Culture of Contempt Who Really Cares: The Surprising Truth About Compassionate Conservatism -- America's Charity Divide -- Who Gives, Who Doesn't, and Why It Matters Selected Works from the Atlantic How to Build a Life - Arthur's Column Are you Epicurus or Epictetus Article Books Referenced Happy Money: The Science of Happier Spending by Elizabeth Dunn and Dr Michael Norton  The Brothers Karamazov by Fyodor Dostoevsky Man's Search for Meaning by Victor Frankl Meditations by Marcus Aurelius The Miracle of Mindfulness by Thich Nhat Hanh The Confessions by Saint Augustine The Bible Podcasts Referenced #36: Bucket Lists, Audacious Goals and Living the Life You Want with Ben Nemtin Barcelona Recommendations Roman Ruins Sagrada Familia Romanesque Churches and Gothic Cathedrals   Full Show Notes (02:54) Defining Happiness According to Arthur (03:50) Assessing Happiness through Tests (04:47) Seven Habits of Happier Aging (05:42) Navigating the Success Curve (06:30) Understanding Fluid Intelligence (07:35) Grasping Crystalized Intelligence (07:50) Pivotal Importance of the Right Curve (08:50) Transitioning and Preparing for a Success Curve Jump (10:44) Darwin and Bach: Lessons from Their Curves (13:30) Success Addiction, Dopamine, and Balance (16:30) Hustle Culture and Metacognition (18:00) Optimal Journaling Frequency for Benefits (20:30) The Pitfall of Bad Idols (21:10) Embracing the Good Idols (24:25) Actionable Steps for Immediate Happiness (25:15) Unveiling the Happiness Algorithm (25:25) Faith Beyond Organized Religion (29:40) Embracing Lectio Divina - Divine Reading (30:36) Science of Satisfaction Uncovered (32:00) Hedonic Treadmill and Social Comparison (33:47) Crafting a More Fulfilling Bucket List (35:25) Reflecting on the Reverse Bucket List (37:30) Investing in Happiness: How to Buy It (40:52) Navigating Technology's Impact on Happiness (42:40) Transforming Weakness into Strength (45:36) Hope and the Role of Negative Emotions (47:00) The Courage to Quit for Happiness (48:30) Recommendations for Barcelona Exploration (49:12) The Genesis of Arthur's Recent Book (52:00) Concluding with Arthur Brooks and Online Connections   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#46: Vanessa Van Edwards, a master of communication, joins Chris to explore the language of human social cues and what it takes to be charismatic. They also cover the impact that the four primary forms of communication (vocal, words, tone, and imagery) can have on your success in communication with business colleagues, friends, and family.  Vanessa also shares tangible skills to improve interpersonal communication and leadership, including her insights on what makes our communication work. She has developed a science-based framework for understanding different personalities to strengthen our EQ and help us communicate with colleagues, clients, and customers. Vanessa Van Edwards (@vvanedwards) is the lead investigator at Science of People. She is also the bestselling author of Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People, which has been translated into 16 languages. More than 50 million people have watched her engaging YouTube tutorials and TEDx Talk. Her much anticipated new book Cues: Master the Secret Language of Charismatic Communication was just released (March 1, 2022). Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/charismatic-communication-vanessa-van-edwards   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Vanessa: Website | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube Vanessa's Books Captivate: The Science of succeeding with people Cues: Master the secret language of charismatic communication All the Hacks YouTube Channel Science of People Charisma Test Videos Vanessa's Ted Talk Zoom Fatigue: How to Beat It and Build Your Video Stamina How to End a Conversation and Gracefully Exit Any Awkward Situation 7 Email Tips to Make Email Suck Less Your brain gives 12.5x more weight to hand gestures. Articles/Research Social perceptions of warmth and competence influence behavioral intentions and neural processing 16 Amazing Tips to Look Good on Zoom and Webcam Videos Vanessa's Austin Recommendations Best Meal: Loro Best Drink: Merit Favorite Activity: Paddleboarding on Lady Bird Lake   Full Show Notes (02:27) Introduction: Vanessa Van Edwards (02:50) Unraveling Communication Cues and Charisma (05:07) Vanessa's Definition of Charisma (07:43) Vanessa's Positive Cues in This Interview (09:27) Exploring Vocal Cues: Warmth and Competence (11:27) Pitfalls in Video Call Cues (14:03) Mastering Verbal Cues for Impactful Communication (18:17) Avoiding Virtual Meeting Mood Mishaps (22:30) Graceful Conversation Endings (23:56) The Vital Role of Cues in Written Communication (28:23) Crafting Charismatic and Effective Emails (32:43) Scoring Your Own Communication Balance (33:45) Elevating Impact with Thoughtful Backgrounds (36:04) Gestures and Hand Cues in Conversations (39:09) Quick Insights into Austin, Texas (40:32) Connecting with Vanessa Online and Wrapping Up   Ukraine-related Organizations I've Supported International Rescue Committee Project Hope CARE Razom for Ukraine Ukraine Armed Forces Sunflower of Peace Nova Ukraine UN Refugee Agency   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#45: Points expert Richard Kerr joins Chris to discuss airline, hotel, and credit card loyalty points, including changes/expectations for 2022, which credit cards and loyalty programs you should avoid, how to assess whether a signup bonus is worth it, and the hottest redemptions in the market today.   Richard Kerr (@kerrpoints) is a former Naval Officer who left that career behind to become one of the top experts in the world on travel loyalty programs, credit cards, and point strategy. He is currently the Director of Travel Rewards at Bilt and previously led travel partnerships at The Points Guy Loyalty and founded the Award Travel 101 Facebook Group. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/travel-points-2022-richard-kerr   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Richard Kerr: Twitter | Instagram | Bilt Rewards | Award Travel 101 FB Group YouTube Video: How Frequent Flier Programs are like Banks ATH Best Cards Page Point.me: $1 for your first month with this link (and using the code HACKS) Get the most out of your points: Cashback Monitor | CardPointers | MaxRewards | Card Curator Points communities online: Travel on Points | The Frequent Miler | Miles to Memories | r/CreditCards | FlyerTalk Travel points blogs to follow: The Frequent Miler | View from the Wing | Miles to Memories | Boarding Area Atlanta Restaurants: Marcel | Yebo Beach Haus   Full Show Notes (00:11) Introduction: Who is Richard Kerr? (01:14) Transitioning from Navy to Points and Travel World (03:01) Critiquing Modern Loyalty Programs (05:08) Pros and Cons of Collecting Delta Skymiles (06:03) Reevaluating the Value of Marriott Bonvoy (07:03) The Pinnacle of Hotel Loyalty Programs (07:55) Anticipating Changes in Hotel Loyalty Programs (09:46) Forecasting AAdvantage Miles in 2022 (15:58) State of Credit Card Points in 2022: Race to the Bottom (22:40) Unleashing Offer Stacking Potential (23:32) Harnessing Offer Stacking Opportunities (27:30) Holding Onto Premium Cards in 2022 (30:07) Cautionary Tale: Steer Clear from Citi Bank (31:54) Bilt Rewards: A Boost for Renters and Landlords (34:39) Where Bilt Points Hold Value (35:08) Exploring Bilt's Mortgage Payment Capabilities (37:59) Bilt's Revenue Model and Mortgage Support (40:04) Empowering Customers with Bilt Points Flexibility (42:53) Optimal Points Valuation Strategies (44:15) Top Redemptions to Capitalize on Today (45:53) Richard Kerr's Memorable Redemption Story (47:58) Smart Ways to Acquire Cash While Traveling (49:45) Benefits of Engaging in Points Communities (50:51) Recommended Travel Blogs to Follow (51:54) Exploring Atlanta: First Trip Suggestions (53:37) Staying Connected with Richard Kerr   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#44: This episode is a recap of some of the latest news, including: a new quick and easy way to earn Southwest Companion Pass for a whole year, the points devaluations from Hyatt and Marriott, a big BlockFi settlement with the SEC, and my recommendations from a recent trip to Oceanside, CA. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/feb-18-latest-news Resources Mentioned Free Companion Pass Through Feb 2023: allthehacks.com/southwest Hyatt Devaluation: Hyatt Award Chart Changes Marriott Devaluation: The Points Guy's Take BlockFi News: BlockFi Announcement SEC Press Release Full SEC Proceeding SEC Statement form Hester Peirce Oceanside Recomendations The Seabird Resort Craft Coast Beer & Tacos Carte Blanche The Switchboard   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#43: Relationship experts Kaley and Nate Klemp, Ph.D., join Chris and his wife Amy to discuss how to create balance in a relationship. They explore why perfect equality is unrealistic, why you shouldn’t aim for fairness, how to share feedback with your partner without it turning into a fight, and how to sustainably maintain a life of radical generosity.  Kaley and Nate Klemp are co-authors of The 80/80 Marriage: A New Model for A Happier, Stronger Relationship. It has been named as the Editor’s Choice pick by the New York Times. Kaley Klemp is a leadership development expert and Nate Klemp is a writer, philosopher, and entrepreneur who co-authored a New York Times Bestseller titled Start Here: Master the Lifelong Habit of Wellbeing.  Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/8080-marriage-nate-kaley-klemp   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Kaley and Nate Klemp: The 80/80 Marriage Book and Website 80/80 Marriage Instagram Epic Date Night Guide Nir Eyal: Becoming Indistractable: Book | All the Hacks Ep 25   Full Show Notes (00:11) Introduction: Kaley and Nate Klemp (01:49) Transitioning from 80/20 to 80/80 Marriages (04:14) The Challenge of Achieving Equal Relationships (05:56) The Resentment Pitfall of Striving for Fairness (09:08) Diverse Backgrounds, Diverse Marriage Experiences (10:40) Embracing Radical Generosity in Your Marriage (15:44) Weaving Appreciation into Routine (17:21) Scheduling Appreciation: Authentic or Disingenuous? (18:29) Making 80/80 Work Across Different Values (22:41) Navigating Financial Partnership in Marriage (26:51) Tools for Balancing Relationship Dynamics (31:13) Evolving Responsibilities as Life Shifts (33:52) Unconventional Outsourcing for Enhanced Family Life (39:13) The Life Report Card Exercise: Intentional "Failure" (40:33) Sustaining Radical Generosity Amidst Forgetfulness (43:42) Managing Technology's Distraction in Partner Time (50:37) Delaying for Increased Efficiency (51:57) Aligning with Your Partner: Getting on the Same Page (57:24) Unconventional Feedback Sharing with Your Partner (1:01:16) Balancing Radical Generosity: Avoiding 100/100 Dynamic (1:02:47) Crafting Meaningful Intimate Time Beyond Gimmicks (1:08:07) Mindfulness for Open-Minded Relationships (1:09:44) The Relationship Hack: Relationships as Tools (1:10:19) Extending 80/80 Rule to Non-Romantic Relationships (1:11:53) Connecting with Kaley and Nate Klemp Online (1:12:43) Date Recommendations from Marriage Experts   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#42: Author and financial advisor Ben Carlson joins Chris to share investing, saving, and giving hacks. They discuss what you can do instead of picking stocks, the differences between how institutions invest and how individuals invest, how to assess if you need a financial advisor, short-term and long-term approaches to beating inflation, and why you should automate your giving.  Ben Carlson (@awealthofcs) is a financial advisor and Director of Institutional Asset Management at Ritholtz Wealth Management. He is also the author of four books about saving and investing and the popular blog A Wealth of Common Sense. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/inflation-alternatives-ben-carlson   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Ben Carlson: A Wealth of Common Sense | Animal Spirits Podcast | Twitter Ben Carlson’s Books: A Wealth of Common Sense: Why Simplicity Trumps Complexity in Any Investment Plan Everything You Need to Know About Saving For Retirement Don’t Fall For It: A Short History of Financial Scams Organizational Alpha: How to Add Value in Institutional Asset Management Book Recommendations: The Four Pillars of Investing: Lessons for Building a Winning Portfolio The Investor's Manifesto: Preparing for Prosperity, Armageddon, and Everything in Between What I Learned Losing a Million Dollars Invest in real estate: Fundrise Invest in art: Masterworks (skip the line with this link) Roboadvisor: Wealthfront ($5k managed free with this link) HSA: Starship HSA Crypto High Yield Savings: BlockFi Automate your giving: Daffy (free $25 with this link) Fiduciary Financial Advisors: Wealth Foundry | XY Planning Network 401k Fee Analyzer: TD Ameritrade 401k Fee Analysis   Full Show Notes (00:11) Introduction: Unveiling Ben Carlson (01:22) Shifting Away from Stock Picking (04:32) Exploring Beyond Stock Picking: Viable Alternatives (09:19) Preparing for Stock Alternatives: Key Steps (11:36) Embracing Investment Rules: A Crucial Approach (16:00) Institutional Insights: Valuable Investment Lessons (18:19) Diving into Asset Allocations and Roboadvisor Reliability (21:58) Assessing the Need for a Financial Advisor (29:02) Retirement Account Strategy: Maximization Dilemma (33:36) Optimal Cash Placement for Short-Term Needs (40:53) Rational Leverage Usage: Weighing the Pros and Cons (43:52) Navigating 2022 Inflation and Long-Term Tactics (46:08) Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities: A Hedge Against Inflation? (48:51) Simplifying Finances Beyond Investments: Positive Changes (52:22) Budgeting for Joy: The "Fun Money" Allocation (55:05) The Power of Saving: Compelling Statistics (57:37) Ben Carlson’s Recommended Reading List (60:44) Staying Connected with Ben: Online Links Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#41: This short episode is all about the podcast itself and a look the plans for the show in 2022 and beyond. It's also a recap of some takeaways from the recent listener survey.  Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/plans-for-2022   Listener Asks Share the show (or your favorite episode) with a friend or family member you think would like it Leave a 5-star rating + review on Apple Podcasts (link) or Spotify (link) Subscribe to the newsletter at allthehacks.com/email Send feedback or "subtopics" in personal finance, investing, travel and credit cards points for future episode to [email protected]   Survey Respondents Top 5 Episodes (+ Listener Q&As): #32 Health Hacks, Crypto and NFTs with Kevin Rose #27 Upgrade Your Travel with The Points Guy, Brian Kelly #1 Pro Travel Hacks for Every Aspect of Your Next Trip with Leigh Rowan #3 Hacking Credit Card Points and Miles with Alex Miller #19 Becoming a Better Investor with Andy Rachleff #20 Redeeming Points for Max Value and Listener Q&A #33 Optimizing Points, Miles and More Listener Q&A   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#40: Bestselling Author Daniel Pink joins Chris to discuss how regret works and how it can help us make smarter decisions, perform better at work and bring greater meaning to our lives. They also talk about Dan’s best hacks, tips and tricks for timing, motivation and more. Daniel Pink (@DanielPink) is the author of several bestselling books on business, work, creativity, and behavior, with his latest book being The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward. His books have collectively spent more than 5 years on the New York Times best seller’s list (including two #1 spots) and have been translated to 42 languages. Those books include Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us, When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing and To Sell is Human. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/regret-dan-pink   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Dan Pink: Website | LinkedIn | Twitter | Facebook Dan Pink’s Books: The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing To Sell is Human A Whole New Mind Dan's Top 10 Ted Talk: The puzzle of motivation Organize and store your tabs: One Tab Chrome Extension Saving articles for later: Instapaper | Pocket   Full Show Notes (00:11) Who is Dan Pink? (02:59) Regret: Definition and Significance (03:50) The Power of Regret (05:45) The 4 Core Regrets We All Share (11:29) Key Lesson from Dan Pink’s Regret Research (13:24) The Wisdom in Attending Funerals (14:18) Ultimate Decision-Making Hack to Prevent Regret (15:23) Reframing Existing Regrets: 3 Steps (20:00) Overcoming Career Regrets: Crafting a Failure Resume (22:59) Anticipated Regret: Changing Answers and Maximizers vs. Satisficers (24:56) Jeff Bezos’ Regret Minimization Principle (29:48) The Surprising Truth About Motivation (35:07) Autonomy, Mastery, and Purpose: Self-Created and Demotivation (41:43) Cultivating 'Why' Conversations (43:21) Optimal Timing for Daily Activities (48:41) Remote Work and Night Owls (49:42) Reevaluating Breakfast's Importance (51:02) Productive Daily Breaks (54:09) Timing Insights Across the Year (56:41) Organizing Future Projects with Physical Boxes (58:32) Spark File: Organizing Random Thoughts (01:01:38) One Line-A-Day Notebook (01:03:25) Connecting with Dan Pink   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#39: Retired Navy Captain and leadership expert David Marquet joins Chris to share the moment in the Navy that completely flipped his understanding of leadership. They discuss why the secret to leadership lies in giving up control, how to create spaces at work and at home where people can show up as their best selves, how slight language changes can make great character shifts in your life, and how you can have an impact at work no matter your pay grade.  David Marquet (@ldavidmarquet) is a distinguished submarine captain who, as commander of the USS Santa Fe, took the ship and its crew from one of the worst performing in the Navy to achieving the highest retention and operational standings. He documented that journey in his best-selling book Turn The Ship Around, which has been listed as one of the top 12 business books of all time. His most recent bestselling book Leadership is Language was released in 2020 and outlines how just changing your words can dramatically improve decision-making and execution on your team. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/leadership-david-marquet   Partner Deals Masterworks: VIP access to skip the waitlist For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect With David Marquet: Intent-Based Leadership International | LinkedIn | Website David's Books: Turn The Ship Around | Leadership is Language Youtube Channel: Leadership Nudges with David Marquet David’s Talk that Chris shared dozens of times: Youtube   Full Show Notes (00:11) Who is David Marquet? (01:21) Effective Leadership Definitions vs. Outdated Concepts (03:52) Transformative Tactics in David Marquet's Leadership Perspective (10:24) Key Focus Areas in Leadership Decision-Making (11:21) Cultivating Receptiveness to New Leadership Decisions (12:54) The Value of Deliberate Mistakes (13:52) Empowering People Beyond Their Limits (16:20) Leaders' Role in Decentralized Decision-Making (17:58) Creating Urgency Amidst Organizational Deadlines (22:08) Enhancing Inclusivity in Team Meetings (27:06) Encouraging Participation from Quiet Team Members (3 Levels of Cognitive Involvement) (31:40) The Power of Low-Stress Leadership (USS Santa Fe Submarine Command) (33:49) Efficient Meeting Management to Prevent Time Wastage (38:49) "Don't Say This, Say That" – David's Second Leadership Book (41:11) Simple Language Shifts for Commitment and Peer Pressure Management (45:07) Language Pitfalls Leaders Should Avoid (47:55) Navigating When to Maintain Course or Change Direction (54:56) Nurturing an Emotionally Supportive Work Environment (58:26) Influencing Stubborn Managers Constructively (01:01:33) Connecting with David Marquet Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#38: Gold medal olympian and entrepreneur Kerri Walsh Jennings joins Chris to discuss how she's optimized performance in her life and career. Specifically, she explains how she nurtures her body, mind, and spirit. They talk about why you should have range instead of specializing in specific skills, how self-awareness can change your perspective and your actions, and lessons from performance psychology that you can apply to your life.  Kerri Walsh Jennings (@kerrileewalsh) is a professional beach volleyball athlete. She holds the beach volleyball record for most Olympic medals - three golds and a bronze, has the most career victories, and the highest earnings of any female player. She and her husband Casey (also a professional volleyball player) started a company called p1440 built around the culture and sport of beach volleyball. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/performance-psychology-kerri-walsh-jennings   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Kerri Walsh Jennings: Instagram | Twitter P1440: Website | Instagram | Twitter Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized world by David Epstein Seeking Health supplements The Cold Plunge Firefly Recovery Device TENS Units for Pain Relief Alpina Hotel in Gstaad, Switzerland   Full Show Notes (00:15) Who Is Kerri Walsh Jennings? (01:37) Experimenting With Self-Optimization (02:38) Expecting to Be a Pro-Athlete Since Kerri Was a Child (03:24) Generalization vs. Specialization: Which Way Should You Go? (04:47) Showing Your Kids Your Ambition (08:28) Having Role Models That Are Not Exactly Like You (10:35) How to Make a Living Playing Beach Volleyball (13:12) Kerri’s Past Side Hustles (14:37) Getting 3 Olympic Medals (16:08) Where Do Olympians Store Their Medals? (16:37) Will Kerri Walsh Jennings Retire This Year? (18:39) Winning for a Whole Year: How Did She Do It? (22:00) How to Sincerely Be Present in the Moment (25:56) What’s More Important: The Mental or the Physical? (27:30) Lessons From Performance Psychologists That You Can Apply to Your Life (28:40) What Is Neutral Self-Talk (And How You Can Use It)? (30:49) The Secret to Making Positive Self-Talk Easy (35:35) How You Can Train Yourself to Be Self-Aware and Course-Correcting in the Moment (39:46) Kerri’s Body-Mind-Spirit Health Routine (44:27) How to Do a Cold Plunge at Home (46:41) Winning a Gold Medal WHILE Being Pregnant (Work-Life Balance Athlete as a Pro Athlete) (49:45) Life Lessons Kerri Shares With Her Children (52:42) The Magical Power of Meaningful Fatherhood (54:05) Travel Tips and Hacks From a Pro Athlete (57:05) Why Kerri Started a Company (p1440)? (59:50) What Athletes Can Teach Entrepreneurs (1:02:31) Why You Should Document Memorable Moments Every Month (1:05:12) How to Connect With Kerri and p1440   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#37: Bestselling author Suneel Gupta joins Chris to discuss how to make your ideas sound so appealing to others that they not only adopt them but advocate for them. They talk about how to make failure work in your favor, why conviction and storytelling can be more compelling than statistics, why you should stop trying to be charismatic, and the power of going the extra mile.  Suneel Gupta (@suneel) is the bestselling author of Backable: The Surprising Truth Behind What Makes People Take a Chance on You. At one point of his career, if you googled “failure” you would get a New York Times article featuring his story. He was the founding CEO of RISE, named app of the year by Apple, which was acquired by One Medical. Suneel later ran for US Congress, served on the faculty at Harvard University and is currently an emissary for Gross National Happiness between the US and the Kingdom of Bhutan. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/backable-suneel-gupta   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Suneel: Website | Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn Suneel's Book: Backable: The Surprising Truth Behind What Makes People Take a Chance on You New York Times article featuring Suneel’s journey of failure LaidOffCamp: Tech Crunch | NPR   Full Show Notes (00:16) Who Is Suneel Gupta? (01:38) Chris’ Crazy Story Getting Laid Off in 2009 (02:53) Suneel Gupta’s Viral Failure Story (04:30) Making Failure Work in Your Favor (05:50) Why Having a Brilliant Idea Is Not Enough (07:38) Yes, You Can Do Anything You Want - But There’s a Caveat (09:17) Why Casting a Central Character Can Be More Powerful Than Statistics When You Pitch to Investors (14:23) Are Backable People All Charismatic People (And Why You Shouldn’t Try to Be Charismatic)? (17:31) How Not Being Too Rigorous Can Help You (And 4 Types of People You Need in Your Backable Circle) (26:58) Applying Lessons from the Failures of Successful People (28:51) Non-Obvious Lessons from the Failures of Successful People (34:21) Flipping Outsiders Into Insiders (35:55) Building Muscle Memory for What You Want to Master (38:31) What to Ask Instead of “What Do You Think” (42:23) Why You Should Have Shorter Presentations (50:52) Starting Conversations and Building Rapport With Complete Strangers (57:30) The Energy You Give Off Matters (59:40) Why You Should Go One Step Beyond What Anyone Else Would Do (01:08:15) Preparing the Energy You Want to Bring and Calling Out the Negatives Upfront (01:13:37) What Suneel Gupta Is Working on Now (01:16:03) How to Connect With Suneel Gupta   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#36: Bucket list master and NYT #1 bestselling author Ben Nemtin joins Chris to discuss how to live a fulfilling life rather than a life dictated by the expectations of others. They talk about how to create a meaningful bucket that goes beyond just travel goals, what most people regret at the end of their lives, and how to make big goals less daunting by creating momentum.  Ben Nemtin is the author of NYT #1 bestseller What Do You Want To Do Before You Die? and the author of the brand new book The Bucket List Journal. He's also a creator of the hit MTV series The Buried Life, which documented a mission he and three childhood friends took to pursue the world’s greatest bucket list. He thought the trip would last two weeks - but ever since he hasn’t looked back.  “A bucket list is just a reminder of those things that are important to you” - Ben Nemtin Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/bucket-lists-ben-nemtin   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Ben Nemtin: Website | Instagram Ben Nemtin’s Books: What Do You Want To Do Before You Die? | The Bucket List Journal  The Buried Life: Website | Show Studies Mentioned: The Experience of Regret: What, When, and Why by Thomas Gilovich and Victoria Medvec Mindset Theory of Action Phases   Full Show Notes (00:12) Who Is Ben Nemtin? (01:44) How The Buried Life Started (02:46) How Ben Nemtin Got to Play Basketball With President Obama (04:27) Asking Out Megan Fox (06:56) Helping Others Check Items Off Their Own Bucket Lists (08:25) Do Most People Have a Bucket List (And Why Do We Procrastinate Our Personal Goals)? (11:43) What 76% of People Regret at the End of Their Lives (According to a Study by a Cornell Professor) (13:45) 3 Reasons Why People Don’t Live on Their Own Terms (16:05) 10 Categories of Life Your Goals Probably Fall Under (19:35) How to Simplify the Path to Finding Your Purpose (And the 10 Categories Continued) (25:29) How to Create a More Meaningful Bucket List (And How to Get Them Done) (33:25) Overcoming Fear of Failure to Accomplish Your Audacious Goals (36:54) Creating Momentum and Inspiration When Tackling Big Goals (40:35) How Ben Broke Down the Goal of Playing Basketball With Obama (47:17) The Ripple Effect of Doing the Things You Love (And How His Journey Began) (54:03) How to Connect With Ben   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#35: Former financial advisor turned podcast host Joe Saul-Sehy joins Chris to discuss modern money management. They talk about why you should abandon trendy investment opportunities and what you should replace them with, why your wealth can grow faster if you don’t diversify your investments, and how emergency funds can save you money. They also share plenty of tax and investing hacks.  Joe Saul-Sehy (@averagejoemoney) is the creator and host of the award-winning podcast Stacking Benjamins and a co-host of the Money with Friends podcast. He is the co-author of the newly published book Stacked: Your Super-Serious Guide to Modern Money Management. Joe’s career in media started when he was The Money Man on Detroit’s local TV station WXYZ. Previously, he was a financial planner and Certified Financial Planner™ for over 15 years.   Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/stacking-benjamins-joe-saul-sehy   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Joe Saul-Sehy: Website | Twitter | LinkedIn Joe’s Podcasts: Stacking Benjamins | Money with Friends Joe’s Book: Stacked: Your Super-Serious Guide to Modern Money Management Other Books Mentioned: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Mom and Dad, We Need to Talk: How to Have Essential Conversations with Your Parents About Their Finances Investopedia: Modern Portfolio Theory | Efficient Frontier Maximizing Deductible Interest Expense Articles: SVB | Andersen   Full Show Notes (00:12) Who Is Joe Saul-Sehy? (02:14) Why He Decided to Write a Book (And How It All Started With The Hardy Boys’ Detective Handbook) (09:21) Why You Should Narrow Investment Opportunities to Make Sound Financial Decisions (14:26) Where You Can Find Investment Opportunities Aligned With Your Goals (Stock Market Alternatives) (19:24) 2 Red Flags to Look Out For When Evaluating Investment Opportunities (21:24) The Upsides to Making Boring Investments Like Farmland (24:37) Why You Get Wealthier Faster If You DON’T Diversify (29:54) Should You Hire a Financial Advisor (The Stories of Walt Disney and Mary Barra) (34:21) Questions to Ask Before Hiring an Advisor (35:42) What Most People Don’t Optimize Enough (36:37) How an Emergency Fund Can SAVE You Money (42:55) Do You Need Disability Insurance? (46:07) Joe’s Experience Filing a Homeowner’s Claim After a Robbery (50:20) What You Need to Know About Taxes as a New Investor (And How You Can Qualify for Preferential Tax Treatment) (55:02) How to Financially Support Your Aging Parents (59:23) Should You Use Leverage? (1:07:59) How to Connect With Joe Saul-Sehy   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#34: Healthcare journalist Marshall Allen joins Chris to discuss why you should never pay the first medical bill you receive. He also shares hacks that can help you prevent big medical bills before you get care, remove unreasonable charges, appeal insurance decisions, and lower the amount you pay for prescription drugs.  Marshall Allen (@marshall_allen) was a reporter at ProPublica investigating the cost and quality of the U.S. healthcare system for over a decade. His work has been honored with several journalism awards, including the Harvard Kennedy School’s Goldsmith Prize for Investigative Reporting. He is also the author of Never Pay the First Bill: And Other Ways to Fight the Health Care System and Win. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/hacking-healthcare-marshall-allen   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Marshall Allen: Website | Twitter | LinkedIn Marshall's Book: Never Pay the First Bill: And Other Ways to Fight the Health Care System and Win Marshall Allen’s Insurance Appeal Memos Apple Health App ProPublica Surgeon Scorecard Project Save on prescription drugs: GoodRX | Good Shepherd  Drug price comparison: Consumer Reports on Drug Prices   Full Show Notes (00:17) Who Is Marshall Allen? (01:30) Why Marshall Allen Dedicated His Career to Reporting About Healthcare (03:23) When He Felt He Had to Write a Book (04:40) Important Statistics About the Healthcare Crisis in the United States (And What It Means to Be Functionally Uninsured) (07:01) What Does It Mean to Win the Fight Against the Health Care System? (07:58) A Common Cost You Can Probably Avoid on Your Medical Bill (09:13) Should You Negotiate Your Medical Bill Even If You Have a Low Deductible? (13:26) The Main Reason the U.S. Healthcare System Is So Broken (15:43) Easy Big Wins to Save on Healthcare (19:37) Are Healthcare Prices Negotiable? (22:25) Why You Should Always Ask for an Itemized Medical Bill (23:23) Chris’ Case Studies: Same Ailment, Two Facilities, Different Charges (29:10) Do Hospitals Have an Obligation to Charge a Fair Price? (31:56) What to Do When You Receive Unreasonable Medical Bills (How to Sue in Small Claims Court and What the Open Price Term Is) (42:46) Getting a Medical Bill Before Your Insurance Company Responds to the Charge (Getting Tricked to Double Pay) (44:49) How to Fight Your Insurance Company When They Reject the Care You Need (46:47) What If Your Insurance Company Doesn’t Cover the Latest Medical Discoveries? (51:09) How Do You Find the Best Care (Key Indicators of Medical Quality)? (55:36) A Question That Will Help You Save Money on Procedures You Don’t Need (59:12) How to Pick the Right Healthcare Plan (While Still Saving Money) (1:03:32) Health Savings Account vs. Flexible Savings Account (1:05:54) Saving Money on Prescription Drugs (1:07:48) Boosting Healthcare Literacy in the U.S. (1:11:17) Reach Out to Marshall Allen   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#33: All the Hacks host Chris Hutchins answers all the recent points, miles and travel questions he's received from listeners. That includes using points, comparing cards, managing multiple cards, finding the best cards for your spending, rental car hacks and more.  Chris Hutchins (@hutchins) is the host of All the Hacks and the Head of New Product Strategy at Wealthfront. He's amassed over 12 million points/miles in his lifetime, has started/sold two companies and is a registered investment advisor. Links to the best credit cards and signup bonuses: ATH Best Cards Page Full show notes available at: https://www.allthehacks.com/listener-questions-2   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Full Show Notes + Resources Mentioned (1:34) Why I Now Love the Capital One Venture X Card Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card (4:42) Q: Why Doesn't Capital One Get as Much Love as other Issuers? (5:13) Q: How Do You Manage So Many Cards and When Is the Annual Fee Worth It? ThePointsGuy Points Valuations (9:40) Q: How Do You Get Maximum Value on Points (and a Better Deal Than the Portal)? Point.me: $1 for your first month with this link (and using the code HACKS) PointsPros Award Booking Services List and Reviews (13:54) Q: When Does It Make Sense to Accrue Points in Different Programs? All the Hacks: Top Signup Bonuses (15:39) Q: Does It Make Sense to Book in the Portal for the Big Earning Bonuses? (17:08) Q: Do Credit Card Travel Portals Have Fair Prices? (17:42) Q: Comparing Two No Fee Cards (18:56) Q: Comparing Premium Cards (19:49) Q: Can You Have Multiple of the Same Cards? (21:04) Q: My Partner and I Got Married and Have the Same Credit Card, What Do We Do? (23:35) Q: What Are the Best Business Credit Cards? All the Hacks: Top Business Card Signup Bonuses TPG: Do you need a business to get a business card? (25:37) Q: What's the Best Card for Earning Points on Gas? (26:35) Q: What's the Best App for Finding the Best Card for Different Purchases? ThePointsGuy App CardPointers (27:30) Q: Do You Have a Template for Tracking Your Points? All the Hacks - Points Tracking Spreadsheet (28:33) Q: How Do You Manage Earning Points When You're Loyal to One Airline? (29:50) Q: Where Do You Find Deals for Business Class Flights When You're Not Using Miles? FlyerTalk Premium Fare Deals First Class Flyer MightyTravels (31:21) Q: What Are All the Best Hacks for Rental Cars? (35:33) Q: What Are the Best Tips for Traveling During COVID? Travel Approved Covid Tests from eMed and Optum   Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#32: Entrepreneur and VC, Kevin Rose, joins Chris to talk about the best and latest in everything from wellness to digital currency. They dive into all Kevin's health hacks, what led him to be such a successful investor, and they answer many of your questions about the latest in crypto and NFTs. Kevin Rose (@kevinrose) is an entrepreneur, investor, venture capitalist and crypto and NFT expert. He is a partner at True Ventures, the host of two podcasts, Modern Finance, which talks about crypto and traditional finance, and Proof, which talks in depth about all things NFTs. Kevin previously founded the social news site, Digg, the intermittent fasting app, Zero, and the meditation app, Oak. He’s also one of the most successful Angel Investors out there, being an early investor in companies like Twitter, Facebook and Square. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/health-crypto-nfts-kevin-rose   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Kevin Rose: Website | Instagram | Twitter Kevin’s Podcasts: Modern Finance | Proof  Kevin's New Proof Collective: Proof Collective Kevin's Companies: Zero App | Oak App | Digg Podcasts mentioned: Dr. Peter Attia Podcast Dr. Rhonda Patrick Podcast Matt Walker Podcast Sleep Diplomat Modern Finance #11: How Safe Is My Crypto Yield? Research Mentioned: Apolipoprotein B Particles and Cardiovascular Disease Can lithium halt progression of Alzheimer's disease? Association Between Sauna Bathing and Fatal Cardiovascular and All-Cause Mortality Events FoundMyFitness on Saunas Satchidananda Panda's Fasting Research Better DNA Analysis: FoundMyFitness DNA Reports Lithium Water: Gerolsteiner Sparkling Water Chocolate Capsules: Cocoavia Diabetes + Weight Loss Drug: Ozempic Online Pharmacies: GoodRX | AltoPharmacy Blood Testing Service: WellnessFX Stress Gummies: PYM Security Apps: Google Advanced Protection Program | 1Password Investing App: Wealthfront High Yield Crypto Platforms: BlockFi | Gemini Notable Cryptocurrency Websites: Token Sets | DeFi Pulse | Makara   Full Show Notes (02:35) Kevin's Drive for Health and Mindfulness (07:00) Concierge Doctors Unveiled - Gaps in Regular Care (10:20) Exploring WellnessFX and Health Companies (11:15) Latest Insights on Fasting for Health and Longevity (13:45) Kevin's Fascination with Sauna Therapy (17:05) Kevin's Top Health Hacks - Quickfire Round (20:25) The Vital Importance of Daily Vitamin Intake (21:30) Glucose Tolerance Tests - Why You Should Try (25:20) Saving on Medications - Affordable Options (27:30) Utilizing Your 23andMe Data to the Fullest (32:00) Sleep's Crucial Role in Brain and Body Health (33:00) Safeguarding Online Finances - Effective Hacks (39:50) Kevin's Successful Investment Approach (44:45) Crypto's Future and Digital Contracts (47:35) High-Yield Cryptos - Too Good to Be True? (51:20) Beginners' Guide to Effective Crypto Entry (56:50) Crypto Market Correlation and Market Dynamics (57:40) Essential Advice for Novice Crypto Enthusiasts (59:40) NFTs Demystified - Getting Started (1:04:40) Kevin's Exciting Upcoming Announcement   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#31: World-renowned photographer Chase Jarvis joins Chris to discuss how to unlock your full potential by embedding creativity in your daily life. They talk about how you are creative even if you think you aren’t, 4 simple steps you can follow to be creative with anything, how productivity is a mix of tough love and play, and the connection between autonomy and creativity.  Chase Jarvis (@chasejarvis) is an award-winning photographer who has written two best-selling photography books and created campaigns for companies like Nike, Samsung, Redbull, and Apple. He is also the founder and CEO of Creative Live and the author of Creative Calling: Establish a Daily Practice, Infuse Your World with Meaning, and Succeed in Work + Life. Full show notes available at: https://allthehacks.com/creativity-chase-jarvis Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Chase Jarvis: Website | Podcast | Twitter | Instagram | Youtube Learning platform for creators and entrepreneurs: Creative Live Chase’s Book: Creative Calling: Establish a Daily Practice, Infuse Your World with Meaning, and Succeed in Work + Life Book recommendation: Play It Away: A Workaholic's Cure for Anxiety   Full Show Notes (00:30) Who is Chase Jarvis? (02:18) Chase’s Personal Creative Journey (06:55) Are Children More Creative Than Adults? (10:22) The Simple Definition of Creativity (13:31) Training Your Creative Muscles (17:56) 4 Simple Steps to Create Successfully (20:54) Mastery and Its Transferable Skills (25:00) Applying Book Lessons to Life (26:59) Fueling Creativity Through Play and Experimentation (29:58) Creativity, Autonomy, and Happiness (31:42) Impact of Travel on Creativity (39:29) Crafting Your Morning Routine (41:19) Embracing Cold Water Therapy (42:57) Moving from Stuck to Flow (47:43) Connecting with Chase Jarvis   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#30: World memory champion Johannes Mallow joins Chris to share techniques you can use to boost your memory. They discuss how he became a memory champion despite his struggles with a muscle disease, the timeless techniques he uses to memorize things most of us assume are impossible, and how to use memory techniques in your personal and professional life (including a real time walkthrough of a popular memory technique).  Johannes Mallow has been a memory sportsman for 18 years. Throughout his career he was crowned World Memory Champion twice and has won the German Memory Championship four times. He is currently ranked 9th in the world by the World Association of Memory. Currently, he is a memory coach to executives.  Full show notes available at: https://allthehacks.com/memory-hacks-johannes-mallow   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Johannes Mallow: Website | Memory Sports TV Twitch Streamline your work: ClickUp App App to help with your memory: Anki   Full Show Notes (00:16) Who Is Johannes Mallow? (01:29) What Is a Memory Championship? (03:18) The Hardest Thing to Memorize (And How to Prepare for It) (05:53) How Johannes Mallow Started His Career in Memory Sports (07:16) Why Having a Muscle Disease Led Him to Become a Memory World Champion (11:29) Two Things That Can Help You Overcome Hardship (12:16) Is Memory a Talent or a Skill? (13:27) How Memory and Creativity Are Connected (15:15) Realtime Walkthrough of a Popular Memory Technique (Memory Palace) (23:19) How Long Have Memory Techniques Been Around? (24:32) Has Our Memory Evolved Over Time OR Do We Have Better Memory Than Our Ancestors? (27:52) Why You Need to Have Several Memory Palaces (30:06) How to Remember Lots of Numbers and Playing Cards Very Quickly (34:44) How to Memorize Many Names (Even Foreign Names) (36:58) Memory Skills You Need for Your Professional and Personal Life (Names, Negotiation) (43:47) Remembering Abstract Things That Aren’t Easy to Visualize (47:26) How to Remember Things That Aren’t in Order (49:38) Why (and How) You Should Train Your Memory Daily (52:16) Are Memory Skills Transferable to Other Skills Like Learning a Language? (53:24) Can You Make a Living Out of Memory Sports? (55:43) Using Gamification for Mundane Things (56:58) Why Johannes Uses Cooperative Management Tools (58:18) An App to Help With Your Memory (59:22) How to Connect With Johannes Mallow   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#29: Bestselling author and relationship expert Logan Ury joins Chris to discuss the science behind successful relationships. They discuss how to build relationships that last a lifetime, how to apply relationship science to professional relationships, and how to make sure you have a fulfilling marriage once you find a partner that is right for you.  Logan Ury (@loganury) is a behavioral scientist turned dating coach and the author of the bestselling book How to Not Die Alone. She is also the director of relationship science at the dating app Hinge. Previously, she ran Google’s behavioral science team (The Irrational Lab).  “Love is natural, but dating is not” - Logan Ury Full show notes available at: https://allthehacks.com/lasting-relationships-logan-ury/   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Logan Ury: Website | Twitter | Instagram Logan Ury’s Book: How to Not Die Alone Find your dating tendency: Quiz Relationship contract: Google Doc Template Notable relationship researchers: Eli Finkel | Dr. John and Julie Gottman Friendship in the age of loneliness by Adam Smiley Poswolsky: Book    Full Show Notes (00:14) Who Is Logan Ury? (01:32) Why She Titled Her Book “How To Not Die Alone” (02:38) Does Being in a Relationship Improve Your Life According to Research? (03:13) Why Logan Ury Went From Behavioral Scientist to Dating Coach (04:33) Dating Is a Relatively New Phenomenon, How Does That Affect Us? (05:50) Do Arranged Marriages and Set-Ups Work? (08:54) Does Having More Options Make Dating Harder? (11:00) Why the Idea of ‘The One’ or Having a Soul Mate Is a Harmful Idea (12:02) How to Transition From a Maximizer to a Satisficer Personality in Dating (14:08) The Three Dating Tendencies (Which One Are You?) (17:59) Why Don’t We Ever Learn About How to Date Better? (19:40) Which Couples Are Most Likely to Break Up (According to Relationship Scientists) (22:42) Can You Learn to Have More Successful Relationships? (24:23) Four Ways Relationship Science Can Level Up Your Professional Relationships (29:13) Why You Should Stop Searching for a ‘Spark’ (31:44) Looking for a Life Partner, Not a Prom Date (34:13) Why You Need a Relationship Contract (And Other Hacks for Married Couples) (39:40) Why You Should Have Other Significant Others (44:10) How Logan Ury Wrote Her Book and Overcame Procrastination (46:30) Should You Write a Book? (48:09) Logan’s Goals for 2022 (49:25) What Does Logan Ury Think of Dating Apps? (50:59) How Can You Make Friends as an Adult? (53:18) How to Connect With Logan Ury   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#28: NBA legend Manu Ginobili joins Chris to share how he made the journey from an Argentine kid who loved basketball to becoming an NBA All-Star. They discuss how Manu pushed his mind and body to beat the odds throughout his career, what led him to such a frugal lifestyle for a professional athlete, and what he's planning for his more than one million credit card points. Manu (@manuginobili) is an Argentine former professional basketball player and two time NBA all star. Over his 23 year career, he became one of only two players to win a EuroLeague title, an NBA championship, and an Olympic gold medal. He was a member of the San Antonio Spurs for his entire NBA career, making the playoffs with the team every single year and winning four NBA championships. He retired from in 2018 at age 40 as one of only 30 players to ever play in the NBA in their 40s. Full show notes available at: https://www.allthehacks.com/winning-manu-ginobili Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Manu Ginobili: Twitter | Instagram Waking up with Sam Harris: Website Manu's Book recommendations: Thinking, Fast and Slow | Sapiens | Why We Sleep | Waking Up | Guns Germs and Steel | Unshakeable All the Hacks #19 with Andy Rachleff Oura Ring for sleep ($50 Off) Best Restaurant in Oklahoma: Red PrimeSteak   Full Show Notes (00:15) Who Is Manu Ginobili? (02:38) Changing the Aspirations of Argentinian Basketball Players (05:03) Manu’s Atypical NBA Career as an Outsider and Late Bloomer (07:09) The Benefit of Appreciating the Value of Coaching Early On (09:23) Why He Unusually Stayed With One Team His Entire Career (10:42) How He Unknowingly Kept an Unbeatable Style (12:38) How to Persevere When You Lose More Than You Win (16:20) What Helped Manu Become an Exceptional Outlier in the NBA (18:54) The Very Mundane Changes Manu Made to Improve His Life (20:30) How Mindfulness and Meditation Transformed Manu’s Mind and Career (24:57) Spending Time After Retirement (26:00) Why Your Brain Needs You to Exercise (27:47) Staying Disciplined With Exercise Even When You Don’t Feel Like It (30:08) Transitioning to Being a VC From Scratch (32:18) The Differences Between Running a Company and Running a Team (33:26) Why He Doesn’t Work Full-Time (34:25) Not Facing the Challenges He Thought He Was Going to Face After Retiring (37:01) Why Manu Never Brought Basketball Home (41:29) Why Manu Drives a Minivan and Doesn’t Buy Fancy Watches (44:42) What Manu DOES Splurge On (45:42) How Manu Got Into the World of Points and Miles (49:13) Manu Ginobili's Travel Bucket List (51:27) Manu’s Traveling Style (53:33) Must Dos in Argentina (55:14) Does Everyone on a Basketball Team Sit in Business Class When the Team Travels? (56:35) How Manu Realized He’s Doing Investing All Wrong (58:28) Figuring Out the Value of Sleep (59:49) Manu’s Book Recommendations   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#27: The Points Guy, Brian Kelly, joins Chris to share tons of points hacks. There are more opportunities today than ever before to earn points. In their conversation, they talk about travel in our post-pandemic world, the best credit cards you can get, how to get the most out of your points and Brian’s favorite travel tips and destinations. Brian Kelly (@briankelly) founded The Points Guy (TPG) in 2010. TPG is one of the largest authority sites in the world focused on maximizing points and miles. Before TPG Brian worked on Wall Street at Morgan Stanley. Full show notes available at: https://www.allthehacks.com/the-points-guy-brian-kelly   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Brian Kelly: Instagram The Points Guy: App | Website | Twitter Point.me: $1 for your first month with this link (and using the code HACKS) Bora Bora Hotels: Conrad | St. Regis Moorea Hotels: Hilton | Sofitel Changing Award Travel: TPG Guide Get points on paying rent: Bilt Rewards Southwest Companion Pass: How to quickly earn the Southwest Companion Pass | Card Signups Award Booking Services: PointsPros | Point.me (formerly Juicy Miles) Should you get Amex Centurion (black) card: TPG Article Lonely Planet: Website Meet locals when you travel: Couchsurfing | With Locals   Full Show Notes (00:17) Who Is Brian Kelly? (01:30) Brian’s Trips During the Pandemic (03:30) Places That Haven’t Opened Up Yet (03:56) Is Travel in COVID-19 Actually Unsafe? (05:20) How Have Points Changed in the Pandemic? (07:55) How Rich Do You Have to Be to Earn Lots of Points? (09:42) A Way You Can Stay Organized If You Have Many Credit Cards (11:47) Should You Use a Points Booking Company or Book Flights Yourself With Points? (13:57) How You Can Keep Track of All Your Airline Points (15:00) Should You Use a Portal to Help You Spend Your Points? (16:19) Should You Transfer Your Credit Card Points to Hotels? (20:40) Chris’ Bad Relationship With American (Founders Card) (21:51) When You Should Cancel or Downgrade a Credit Card (23:12) One of the Best Credit Card Perks Out There (Get Free Flights for Your Travel Partner) (24:53) Awesome Lounges by Capital One Opening Soon (25:26) Should You Get an Amex Centurion (Black) Card and Other Premium Cards? (28:28) The Points Guy’s Addiction to Points and Miles (29:58) The Inconvenience of Checking Bags (32:46) Getting Destination Tips From SMART and Seasoned Travelers (35:04) A Mask Hack for Long Flights (and an Eating Hack) (35:48) What to Do in a City You’ve Never Visited Before (37:08) Advice for Growing a Community-Based Business (40:12) Should You Get Travel Insurance? (41:16) Top Destinations for People Who Are New to Points (44:30) Why You Should Read the Travel Guide for Your OWN City (46:21) How to Keep in Touch With The Points Guy   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#26: Best-selling author Tim Ferriss chats with Chris about how he built and grew his podcast (The Tim Ferriss Show) to 700+ Million Downloads. They give a deep inside look at how their podcasts got started and how everything comes together each week (equipment, production, interviews and more). They also discuss a number of topics relevant outside of podcasting, like interviewing skills, marketing, branding and storytelling. Tim Ferriss (@tferriss) has been listed as one of Fast Company’s “Most Innovative Business People.” He is an early-stage technology investor and the author of five #1 New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestsellers, including The 4-Hour Workweek and Tools of Titans. His podcast, The Tim Ferriss Show was the first business/interview podcast to exceed 100 million downloads and has now exceeded 700 million downloads. Full show notes available at: https://allthehacks.com/podcasting-tim-ferriss   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Tim Ferriss: Twitter | Instagram | Blog | Podcast | 5-Bullet Friday Newsletter Tim’s Resources on Podcasting: 2016 Blog Post | Interview with Rolf Potts Podcast Recording Platforms: Zencastr | SquadCast | Riverside.fm | QuickTime | Apple Other Podcasting Tools: Descript | Chartable Podcasting Equipment Logitech BRIO Ultra HD Webcam | Amazon Audio-Technica ATR2100x-USB Cardioid Dynamic Microphone | Amazon Audio-Technica ATR2500x-USB Cardioid Condenser Microphone | Amazon Apple AirPods with Charging Case | Amazon Zoom H6 6-Track Portable Recorder | Amazon XLR Cables | Amazon Shure SM58 Handheld Dynamic Vocal Microphone | Amazon Tim’s Books The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich The 4-Hour Body: An Uncommon Guide to Rapid Fat Loss, Incredible Sex, and Becoming Superhuman The 4-Hour Chef: The Simple Path to Cooking Like a Pro, Learning Anything, and Living the Good Life Tools of Titans: The Tactics, Routines, and Habits of Billionaires, Icons, and World-Class Performers Tribe of Mentors: Short Life Advice from the Best in the World Tim Ferriss Show Episodes: #1 with Kevin Rose #22 Ed Catmull, President of Pixar #418 Esther Perel #444 Hugh Jackman #60 Arnold Schwarzenegger #349 LeBron James #506 Balaji Srinivasan #283 Tim Urban #25, 26 & 27: Kevin Kelly #40 Andrew Zimmern #399 Adam Grant #281 Stewart Brand Other Books and Blog Posts:  The Psychology of Money: Timeless Lessons on Wealth, Greed, and Happiness by Morgan Housel Finding the One Decision That Removes 100 Decisions (or, Why I’m Reading No New Books in 2020) | Tim Ferriss 4 Tools to Use Now That Facebook Analytics is Gone | Ad Espresso The Tail End | Wait But Why The 22 Immutable Laws of Marketing by Al Ries and Jack Trout | Amazon 1,000 True Fans | The Technium This Satirical TikToker is Generating Millions of Dollars in EMV for World-Renowned Brands by Andrew Chen | Captiv8 80/20 Rule (Pareto Principle) | Investopedia Other Podcasts: This American Life The Joe Rogan Experience | Spotify ‎ID10T (Formerly Nerdist) with Chris Hardwick | Apple Podcasts WTF with Marc Maron Podcast WNYC Pushkin Podcasts The Stacking Benjamins Podcast Armchair Expert It’s Official: ‘Call Her Daddy’ is Exclusive | Quill   Full Show Notes https://allthehacks.com/podcasting-tim-ferriss Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#25: Bestselling author Nir Eyal joins Chris to discuss how you can become indistractable. They discuss the hidden psychology that drives people to distraction, why procrastination is not a character flaw, why you should stop using to-do lists and how becoming indistractable will let you take back your time and start making traction on the things that matter to you in your life. Nir Eyal (@nireyal) has taught at the Stanford School of Business and their design school. He has co-founded and sold two tech companies and is the author of two best-selling books: Hooked: How To Build Habit-Forming Products and Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life. Full show notes available at: https://www.allthehacks.com/becoming-indistractable-nir-eyal   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Nir's Website: Nir and Far (includes Nir's free 80 page Indistractable workbook) Summary of Indistractable: The Most Important Skill of the Future is Being ‘Indistractable’ Nir's Books: Hooked: How To Build Habit-Forming Products Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life Select Articles & Resources from Nir:  Distraction Guide Habits vs. Routines Timeboxing Schedule Maker Tool Schedules vs. To-do Lists 20 Common Values   Full Show Notes (00:24) Who Is Nir Eyal? (01:48) What Is the Opposite of Distraction (And It’s Not Focus)? (03:06) How Your Mind Tricks You Into Thinking You’re Being Productive (04:51) How He Discovered That Distraction Doesn’t Have Anything to Do With Technology (09:57) Here’s the Real (Scientific) Reason Why You Get Distracted (13:13) 4 Steps to Become Indistractable (15:06) This Is How You Can Stop Being Impulsive (20:55) The Problem With To-Do Lists (25:04) The Difference Between Diversion and Distraction (28:27) How to Save Time and Energy on Checking Your Email (35:03) Building an Indistractable Workplace: Reactive Work vs. Reflective Work (36:58) Do What You Say You Will or Burn $100 Bill (Price Pact) (40:49) Can You Get Your Partner to Be Indistractable With You? (Effort Pact) (44:48) Is Multitasking a Distraction (And What Is Multichannel Multitasking)? (46:50) Wearing a Concentration Crown (Work From Home Hack) (48:44) When Should You Start Teaching Your Kids to Be Indistractable? (49:40) How to Connect With Nir   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#24: Entrepreneur Jaspreet Singh joins Chris to discuss what a minority mindset is and how you can have one yourself. They talk about how to get through the tough early days of any entrepreneurial project, some of Jaspreet’s mistakes and learnings, and his favorite financial tips and hacks. Jaspreet Singh (@m2jaspreetsingh) is a licensed attorney and serial entrepreneur, who in 2015 decided to help others avoid the financial mistakes he made and founded Minority Mindset - a financial media company and popular YouTube channel with over 1 million subscribers. Full show notes available at: https://www.allthehacks.com/minority-mindset-jaspreet-singh   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Minority Mindset: YouTube Channel | Minority Mindset News Channel | Website | Instagram Connect with Jaspreet: Instagram | LinkedIn   Full Show Notes (00:16) Who Is Jaspreet Singh? (01:30) What Is a Minority Mindset? (01:56) How Jaspreet’s Life Experiences Led Him to Develop a Minority Mindset (06:41) When He Finally Figured Out He Can Actually Be an Entrepreneur (And Didn’t Have to Be a Doctor) (08:37) How to Think Differently EVEN When Your Loved Ones Don’t Support You (13:06) What Changes Do You Have to Make to Start Escaping the Rat Race? (15:56) How You Can Use Your Creativity to Start a Business Without Spending a Lot of Money (Or Risk) (19:19) How to Stay Consistent on YouTube Even If No One Is Watching Your Content (22:04) Instead of Working to Make Money, Work to Build Assets (25:01) Here’s Why You’ll Probably Need More Than One Job (30:19) Good Reasons to Save Money vs. Bad Reasons to Save Money (34:16) Follow The Rule of 5 Before Spending Your Money (37:22) What Jaspreet Loves to Splurge On (40:27) How to Connect With Jaspreet Singh   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#23: Behavioral Scientist Kristen Berman joins Chris to discuss what research shows about why people act so irrationally, how we can actually change our own behaviors, why she thinks habits are overrated, and some great hacks for increasing happiness.  Kristen Berman (@bermster) co-founded Irrational Labs  and Common Cents Lab at Duke University, and is a founding team member of Google’s behavioral science unit. Kristen also co-authored a series of workbooks called Hacking Human Nature for Good: A practical guide to changing human behavior and is the host of the new podcast: Science of Change.   Full show notes available at: https://www.allthehacks.com/behavior-change-kristen-berman   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Kristen Berman: Website | LinkedIn | Twitter Kristen's New Podcast: The Science of Change Irrational Labs: Website | Newsletter | Online Bootcamps Rescue Time App: Website Habit Discontinuity theory   How to use other people to achieve your goals Why Habits are overrated Get a dog (and why you shouldn't try to create habits) Give yourself a deadline - the deadline made me do it.  3 ways to stress less about money Collection of Rule of Thumb research   Full Show Notes (00:14) Who Is Kristen Berman? (01:59) What Actually Influences Our Decision-Making? (03:20) Is Efficient Decision-Making as Simple as Changing Your Environment? (05:49) Why Saving Is NOT a Habit (09:10) Setting Up Decision Days (10:37) How You Can Stop Procrastinating With Your Decisions (13:25) Why Online Communities Focused on Money Motivate You (15:21) How You Should Act When You Have a Really Busy To-Do List (18:39) What Voting, Flu Shots, and Your To-Do List Have in Common (20:10) Why Teaching Someone Something Is Simply Not Enough (According to Scientific Research) (22:54) Setting Up Systems for Your Life That Suit Your Personality and Your ERRORS (28:03) How to Make Committing to Working Out Easier (30:32) Here’s Why (and How) You Should Disrupt Your Life More Often (35:44) One Thing Everyone Can Do to Optimize Their Life Experience (37:47) An Easy Hack to Feel Happier Almost Instantly (38:52) Why You Should Get Uncomfortably Specific About Your Goal Behaviors (42:00) How to Have Self Control in a World Full of Impulse Triggers (45:11) Is Being Aware of Your Biases Enough to Change Your Behavior? (46:38) Why Opting Out of Things Can Make You Happier (48:25) Designing for Peak Experiences When You Travel (49:56) How to Have More Interesting Conversations (52:46) What Is Kristen Berman Up to These Days?   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#22: Patrick McGinnis, bestselling author and creator of the word FOMO, joins Chris to discuss the history of FOMO, ways to overcome the toll it can have on your life, a framework to vastly improve your decision-making and their favorite hacks. Patrick McGinnis (@pjmcginnis) is credited for coining the words 'FOMO' and 'FOBO' in 2004. He's the author of two bestselling books: The 10% Entrepreneur and Fear of Missing Out: Practical Decision-Making in a World of Overwhelming Choice and his work has been featured in the New York Times, Politico, and more. He's also the host of the hit podcast FOMOsapiens. Full show notes available at: https://www.allthehacks.com/fomo-patrick-mcginnis   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Patrick McGinnis: Website | FOMOsapiens Podcast | Twitter | Instagram Patrick's Books: 10% Entrepreneur | Fear of Missing Out: Practical Decision-Making in a World of Overwhelming Choice Patrick's Course: How To Be A Part-Time Entrepreneur Course Ariana Huffington's Phone Bed: Amazon HabitShare App: Website   Full Show Notes (00:19) Who Is Patrick McGinnis? (02:40) How He Coined the Word 'FOMO' (06:39) The Actual Definition of 'FOMO' From Its Creator (08:41) How to Remember That Social Media Is Not a Real Representation of Life (11:09) Are You Part of the 80% That Sleep With Their Phone Next to Them? Do This Instead (12:40) Things You Can Do to Lighten FOMO Anxiety (15:30) Was There FOMO Before Social Media? (17:40) Core Drivers of FOMO (18:28) What Is FOBO and Is It More Positive Than FOMO? (20:42) How Do You Balance FOBO With Healthy Optimization? (A Decision-Making Hack) (27:02) The Difference Between Maximizers and Satisficers (28:59) The Great Resignation: What You Should Do Before Quitting Your Job (34:46) Should You Have a Successful Side-Hustle Before Quitting Your Job? (38:20) A Funny Hack for Getting Better Treatment at Restaurants (39:14) Making Meditation a Habit That Actually Lasts (Competitive Meditation) (44:38) Productivity Hack: Getting a Proper Home Office Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#21: Author and money expert Stefanie O’Connell Rodriguez joins Chris to talk about hacks for visiting and living in cities, deals for holiday gifting and why most money problems aren’t really about money.  Stefanie O’Connell Rodriguez (@stefanieoconnell) is a journalist and author of The Broke and Beautiful Life, the host of the Money Confidential podcast and the founder of Statement Cards. Her work and advice has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, CNBC and more.  Full show notes available at: https://www.allthehacks.com/city-hacks-stefanie-oconnell-rodriguez   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Stefanie: Twitter | Website | Money Confidential Podcast Stephanie's Book: Broke and Beautiful Life Get free haircuts: Salon Apprentice  Exciting Dates Book: Adventure Challenge Stephanie's Guide: 25 Money talks every couple should have Stefanie's Newsletter: Ambition Bulletin   Full Show Notes (00:20) Who Is Stefanie O’Connell Rodriguez? (01:26) How Stefanie Went from Broadway to Being a Personal Finance Expert (04:12) The Worst Thing About Low-Paying Careers (04:49) The Only Consolation When You Are Not Making a Lot of Money (06:06) How to Do Amazing Activities in High Cost of Living Cities for Free (Or Cheap) (08:58) How to Find Side Hustles That Give You Exclusive Access to Things You’re Interested In (11:12) How Can You Go to the Theater for Free (Or Very Cheap)? (13:58) How to Get Floor Seats at SNL (15:22) How You Can Have Fun on the Weekends Using Your Credit Card Rewards (16:11) How You Can Get Discounted Dental Work AND Free Haircuts (18:10) Why Living in a High Cost of Living Area Really Pays (Despite Being Expensive) (19:36) Does Where You Live Still Matter in a Post-COVID World? (Geoarbitrage Your Income) (23:38) Hacks for Holiday Gifting! (24:57) Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying Gifts (27:40) Chris’ Attempt at Trying to Opt Out of Holiday Gift Lists (30:29) When People Get Your Kids Gifts They Don’t Need (31:26) Stop Buying Birthday Gifts for Your Significant Other, Do This Instead (32:57) Money Issues Are Almost Never About the Money (Explained) (37:04) What Does It Mean to Be Financially Fair and Equal in a Relationship? (43:19) The Ambition Penalty Women Face in the Workplace (50:06) How Women Can Advocate for Themselves While Avoiding Backlash (52:44) How to Connect With Stefanie   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#20: All the Hacks host Chris Hutchins answers the top questions from listeners, including redeeming your points and miles for maximum value, managing your points as a couple, the best financial tools and services and his favorite apps for maximizing productivity. Chris Hutchins (@hutchins) is the host of All the Hacks and the Head of New Product Strategy at Wealthfront. He's amassed over 12 million points/miles in his lifetime, has started/sold two companies and is a registered investment advisor. Links to the best credit cards and signup bonuses: ATH Best Cards Page Full show notes available at: https://www.allthehacks.com/listener-questions   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned DIY Pro Pest Control: Pestie (10% Off) Top Credit Card & Signup Links: Top Cards for 2021 | Best Signup Bonuses Point.me: $1 for your first month with this link (and using the code HACKS) Award Search Sites: Expert Flyer | KVS Availability Tool Award Booking Services: List and Reviews Budgeting: Mint, YNAB, Copilot and Tiller Net Worth Tracking: Wealthfront Taxes: TurboTax or Andersen Tax Self-Directed Brokerage: Interactive Brokers or Vanguard Automated Brokerage: Wealthfront ($5k Managed Free) 529: Wealthfront Estate Planning: Trust and Will (15% Off) Crypto: BlockFi ($250 in free Crypto) HSA: Lively Efficiency Apps: Gmail Keyboard Shortcuts | Alfred | Rectangle (or Spectacle) Passwords/Security: 1Password (Free Trial) Mobile apps on your computer: Blue Stacks   Full Show Notes (1:13) Getting Rid of Ants and Pests (3:00) Q: What Are the Top 2-3 Credit Cards for 2021? (6:32) Q: Are Signup Bonuses a Good Way to Earn Points? (8:06) Best Signup Bonuses Right Now (10:47) Q: How Do You Earn the Most Points for Wedding Expenses? (12:36) Q: How Do You Optimize Earning Points as a Couple? (16:22) Preventing Miles From Expiring (17:38) Q: Are Points Worth It If You Don’t Travel Much? (18:39) Q: Is There Any Downside to Buying Gift Cards to Earn Points? (21:36) Q: How Do You Redeem Points for Maximum Value? (30:33) Q: What’s the Best Way to Save for Your Kid’s College? (32:27) Insurance Plans for Pregnancy and Childbirth (33:26) Q: What Do You Think About Investing in Alternatives? (34:41) Q: Is There Any Way to Automate Your Investing? (36:12) Q: What Are the Best Financial/Investment Tools and Services? (40:45) The Best Software/Apps I Use to Be More Efficient   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#19: Legendary investor Andy Rachleff joins Chris to chat about how you should be investing your money to build your wealth. They discuss the investing mistakes so many make, when it makes sense to pick stocks and why you might not want to max out your 401k. Andy Rachleff (@arachleff) is the co-founder and CEO of Wealthfront. He also serves as a the chairman of the endowment investment committee for University of Pennsylvania and as a member of the faculty at Stanford Graduate School of Business. Previously, Andy co-founded Benchmark Capital, one of the most successful venture capital firms of all time. Full show notes available at: https://allthehacks.com/investing-andy-rachleff   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Get $5k Managed for free at Wealthfront Connect with Andy: Twitter | LinkedIn Wealthfront: Website | Blog | Guide to Financial Health Why Angel Investors Don’t Make Money: TechCrunch Article Why Rental Properties Are Not Good Investments: Wealthfront Article Burt Malkiel's Book: A Random Walk Down Wall Street   Full Show Notes (00:32) Who Is Andy Rachleff? (Episode Overview) (01:58) Andy's First Investment (05:54) Andy's Path from Investment Banking to Venture Capital (08:39) How Great Companies Are Started (10:50) Why Did Andy Feel the Need to Start Wealthfront? (14:36) Can You Be Successful Picking Stocks? (19:48) Is an Angel Investment in a Startup a Good Investment? (21:42) How Can You Make Passive Investing More Exciting? (23:17) What About Investing in Alternatives Like Art? (24:09) Is Real Estate or a Rental Property a Good Investment? (27:19) Investing Hacks to Save Money on Taxes (33:39) How to Make Changes to Your Investment Portfolio (34:56) Does It Make Sense to Invest When Markets Are at All-Time Highs? (39:02) When Should You Speculate with Your Investments? (40:46) Don't Always Evaluate Your Investment Decisions by How Much You Made or Lost (41:38) How Should You Change Your Investing Strategy When You Have More Money? (42:40) Are Wealth Managers Worth Their Fee? (45:01) Why a Good Tax Advisor Is Better Than a Wealth Manager (46:10) Andy's Winning Tactics for Negotiating (48:35) Why You Should Always Be Pareto Optimal (50:06) The Value of Liquidity and Why You Might Not Want to Max Out Your 401(k) (55:24) How to Connect with Andy Rachleff   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#18: Foodist Darya Rose Ph.D. chats with Chris about food and the science behind healthy lifestyles. They discuss how you can lose weight without giving up everything you love, what foods to eat more of, how to cook so food tastes better and plenty of hacks for everything along the way. Darya Rose (@summertomato) has a Ph.D. in Neuroscience from UCSF and degree in Molecular and Cell Biology from UC Berkeley. She is the author of Foodist: Using Real Food and Real Science to Lose Weight Without Dieting, and creator of the award-winning blog Summer Tomato, one of TIME's 50 Best Websites. She's also the host of the podcast The Darya Rose Show. Full show notes available at: https://allthehacks.com/real-food-darya-rose   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Darya: Twitter | Instagram | Podcast | Summer Tomato Blog Darya’s Book: Foodist: Using Real Food and Real Science to Lose Weight Without Dieting How you can learn to cook without using recipes: Foodist Kitchen Free 5-day challenge to become a more mindful eater: Mindful Meal Challenge A recipe where cauliflower tastes just as delicious as french fries: Recipe   Full Show Notes (00:50) Who Is Darya Rose Ph.D.? (Episode Overview) (01:42) Do Diets Actually Work Long Term? (03:03) How Did Darya Get Into the World of Food Science and Wellbeing? (04:47) What Do People Who Seem Effortlessly Healthy Their Whole Lives Do? (06:12) Why Do People Keep Thinking That Diets Will Work Despite the Science? (07:22) Why Do Diets Always Fail? (08:15) Who Is a Foodist and Why Are They Different From Dieters? (09:23) How to Start Setting Up an Awesome Relationship With Food (10:35) What Is REAL Food? (11:50) How Can You Start Liking Vegetables or Other Foods You May Not Like? (13:55) Are Vegetables at the Farmer’s Market More Expensive Than the Grocery Store? (15:42) Easy Tricks to Make Food Way More Delicious (18:06) Are Some Foods Bad? (19:49) What Should You Do Instead of Dieting? (21:47) How to Eat Out and Still Be Mindful of Your Health (24:22) How Can You Tame Your Sweet Tooth? (27:10) Two Great Habits You Can Adopt to Start Living a Healthier Lifestyle Today (31:34) Do You Need to Memorize Recipes to Learn How to Cook? (33:36) How You Can Train Yourself to Eat Smaller Portions (37:03) How Can You Make Your Food Habits Automatic? (39:19) How You Can Save Money by Making Food at Home (40:02) An Easy Nutritious Meal You Can Make Right Now That Even Kids Love (41:56) A Great Hack to Cook Meat! (42:38) How to Make Food That Kids Keep Wanting (45:26) Should You Do Intermittent Fasting? (47:22) Does the Time You Eat Your Food Matter? (48:20) How Can You Start Leading a Healthier Lifestyle? (What First Steps Should You Take?) (49:54) Are Fruits a Form of Dessert and Can You Gain Weight Eating Fruit? (51:29) How Can You Find Out Which Foods Are in Season Right Now? (53:19) How to Connect With Darya   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#17: Negotiation professor and expert Kwame Christian joins Chris to discuss how you can become a better negotiator at work and at home. They discuss common mistakes made while negotiating, a three step process you can use in every negotiation, and how talking less can be your key to success.  Kwame Christian (@kwamechistian) is a practicing attorney, the director of the American Negotiation Institute, a professor of Negotiation at the Ohio State University, the host of the world’s most popular negotiation podcast (Negotiate Anything), and the best-selling author of Finding Confidence in Conflict: Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life Full show notes available at: https://allthehacks.com/mastering-negotiation-kwame-christian   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Kwame Christian: LinkedIn | Instagram American Negotiation Institute: Website | Negotiation Guides Books: The Code of Trust (by Robin Dreeke) | Finding Confidence in Conflict (by Kwame Christian) Podcasts: Negotiate Anything Podcast | Ask With Confidence Podcast | Negociación desde Cero   Full Show Notes (00:15) Who Is Kwame Christian? (Episode Overview) (01:15) What Do Most People Get Wrong When It Comes to Negotiating? (01:40) Is Negotiating a Skill That Is Valuable for Everyone? (02:22) Are Some People Better Than Others at Negotiating? (03:45) How Can You Measure How Good of a Negotiator You Are? (05:06) What Does a Successful Negotiation Feel Like? (06:36) Is Negotiating Strategic or Tactical? (07:25) How Did Kwame Christian End Up Being the Negotiation Guy? (11:49) The Simple 3-Step Negotiation Process (The Compassionate Curiosity Framework) (19:05) How Can You Prepare for a Negotiation? (21:49) Why Are We Better Negotiators Outside of Our Homes? (24:19) How to Prepare for Any Negotiation in 3 Minutes (25:00) Why Open-Ended Questions Give You the Leverage You Need in a Negotiation (25:58) The Most Powerful Questions You Can Ask in a Negotiation (27:03) How Much Should You Speak in a Negotiation? (28:30) How to Win Every Single Difficult Conversation You Enter (30:33) Who Should Make the First Offer in a Negotiation? (The Anchoring Technique) (33:34) How You Might Accidentally Make People Insist on Their Point of View (Psychological Entrenchment) (36:26) When Should You Walk Away From a Negotiation? (38:47) Big Things People Forget to Negotiate (41:37) Common Mistakes in Almost Every Negotiation (42:55) How Should You Negotiate With Kids? (Parenting Towards Obsolescence) (45:40) What Is Validation? (49:28) Should You Try to Get Rejected? (52:41) How to Recover From Saying the Wrong Things in a Conversation With Someone You Love (55:13) Can You Negotiate With Yourself?   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#16: Entrepreneur and budgeting pro Jesse Mecham joins Chris to talk about why you need a budget regardless of how much you make. They also discuss about why budgeting gets a bad rap, how to make it easy, why you might be doing it wrong and some of Jesse's top family hacks. Jesse Mecham is the founder and CEO of You Need A Budget (YNAB), one of the best budgeting tools in the market today. He started the company in 2004 as a side hustle and it now supports over 100,000 customers. He's also the host of the YNAB Podcast and author of the bestselling book You Need A Budget. Full show notes available at: https://www.allthehacks.com/easy-budgeting-jesse-mecham   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Try out YNAB: Free Month Offer Connect with Jesse Mecham: YNAB Podcast | Website | Email Roth IRAs: Backdoor Roth IRAs and Mega Backdoor Roth IRA   Full Show Notes (00:18) Who Is Jesse Mecham? (01:36) Why Is the Idea of Budgeting Associated with Negative Feelings? (02:56) The Stress of Figuring Out What You Can and Cannot Afford (05:00) Do You Have to Look at Past Spending Before You Create a Budget? (12:19) Why You Need a Budget Even If You Make a Good Income (15:08) Four Rules of Budgeting (17:26) Should You Use a Spreadsheet or an App to Create Your Budget? (22:10) How to Budget and Save When You Have a Big Family? (27:55) How Did Jesse Become the YNAB Guy? (You Need a Budget Origin Story) (31:51) The Biggest Hack of All (According to Jesse) (34:02) A Nerdy Investment Hack (Get Tax-Free Money!) (38:18) The 1% Retirement Investment Rule (41:10) Life Hacks That Make Jesse's Life More Convenient (42:56) How to Connect with Jesse Mecham   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#15: Andy Hill joins Chris to discuss all the marriage, kids and money hacks. They discuss combining finances, teaching your kids about money, and how to get on the same page with your spouse when it comes to money. Andy Hill (@andyhillmkm) is the founder of the award-winning podcast and blog Marriage, Kids, and Money. He and wife Nicole started out their money journey with $50K in debt and paid it off in less than a year. In the next 10 years, they paid off their mortgage and built their net worth to more than a million dollars. Full show notes available at: https://www.allthehacks.com/marriage-kids-money-andy-hill   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Andy Hill: Twitter | LinkedIn Marriage, Kids, and Money: Website | Podcast | YouTube Book Recommendations: Family Board Meeting | Everybody Fights   Full Show Notes (00:42) Who Is Andy Hill? (01:52) Two Common Misconceptions When It Comes to Relationships and Money (04:04) Finding an Approach to Money That Works for Both of You (Speaking Each Other’s Money Language) (07:54) Beginner Money Questions You Should Be Asking Early in the Relationship (09:49) Advanced Money Questions to Ask in a Serious Relationship (13:06) How to Make Time to Talk About Money in a Relationship? (Budget Party and More) (15:56) How Andy Hill Paid Off His Entire Mortgage in 5 Years AND Saved Money (20:07) Reasons You and Your Partner Might Fight About Money (23:34) How to Act When You and Your Significant Other Have Money Fights (24:49) Should You Combine Finances in Your Marriage (And Different Ways to Combine)? (29:40) Non-Financial Relationship Hacks (Love Languages) (33:52) How Did Andy Hill Pay Off All His Debt and Saved $1MM in Less Than 10 Years? (37:22) How Much Money Does Raising a Child Actually Cost? (39:08) How Do You Balance Saving for Yourself with Saving for Your Kids? (43:45) Practical Ways to Help Your Kids Understand Money (47:05) Why Just Giving Your Kids Money Is Not Enough (Helping Kids Avoid Mindless Spending) (49:10) Why It's Important to Learn How Your Kids Like to Be Loved (51:07) Understanding How Your Family Likes to Fight and Resolve Things (54:15) How Did Andy Hill Become the Marriage, Kids, and Money Guy? (57:04) How to Connect With Andy Hill   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#14: Real Estate Pro Andrew Kerr joins Chris to discuss house hacking. They talk about six different types of house hacks you can use to start saving money, tips for buying and selling properties, and how to start thinking about real estate as a way to build your wealth.  Andrew Kerr (@fibyrei) is a seasoned real estate investor and founder of Financial Independence by Real Estate Investing (FIbyREI.com). He is also the host of The House Hacking Podcast. Full show notes available at: https://www.allthehacks.com/house-hacking-andrew-kerr Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Andrew Kerr: FI by REI Website | Podcast | Twitter | Instagram Six Types of House Hacks: House Hacking Ultimate Guide 9 biggest mistakes all real estate investors make: Free Guide Podcast episode on ADUs: The House Hacking Podcast Alternative loan types: VA Loan | HFA Loan   Full Show Notes (00:15) Who Is Andrew Kerr? (01:40) What Is House Hacking? (02:22) Can House Hacking Be a Luxurious Experience? (03:36) Does House Hacking Mean You Have to Share a Living Space with Someone Else? (04:23) Six Different Types of House Hacking (Which One Is for You?) (06:33) Do You Have to Buy a House to Be Able to House Hack (And How to Convince Your Landlord to Let You Sublet Your Rented Property)? (09:06) What Loans You Should Consider When Buying a Property to Use for House Hacking (HFA Loans) (12:54) The Four Pillars of Building Wealth Through Real Estate (13:43) How Did Andrew Kerr Start House Hacking? (And How Chris Accidentally Started House Hacking) (19:22) Do You Need to Have a Kitchen to Rent Out Your Place? (And 3 Types of Tenants) (21:34) Four Key Costs That You Need to Consider Before House Hacking (27:09) How Much Should You Rent Your Property For? (28:10) What Does a Property Manager Do and Should You Get One for Your Property? (31:07) What Is the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) House Hack? (34:31) How Much Does It Cost to Build an ADU? (35:52) Can You Add the Cost of Building an ADU to Your Mortgage? (36:50) How Are ADUs Taxed? (And How You Can Pay 0 Tax on Your Extra Income) (39:09) How You Can Make Money with Real Estate Even If the Value of Your Property Stays the Same (41:57) Hacks for Buying a House (What the Average Homeowner Does Not Look For) (46:04) Hacks for Selling a House (Small Things You Can Do That Will Pay Off a Lot) (49:28) Andrew Kerr’s Tenant Tales (A SWAT Raid) (53:00) Is the Current Market Good for House Hacking?   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#13: Afford Anything founder Paula Pant joins Chris to discuss how you can afford ANYTHING (but not everything). They also discuss how you can escape the 9-5, start making passive income, and take mini and/or semi-retirements throughout your life.  Paula Pant (@affordanything) is the founder and creator of Afford Anything where she runs an award winning personal finance website, a monthly newsletter, a top rated podcast and a Real Estate Investing Course. She built her career from scratch starting as a journalist making only $21,000 a year. Full show notes available at: https://www.allthehacks.com/paula-pant-afford-anything Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Paula: Twitter | Instagram | YouTube Afford Anything: Website | Podcast | Real Estate Investing Course Her Book: Escape E-book   Full Show Notes (00:15) Who Is Paula Pant? (01:15) What Does It Mean That You Can Afford Anything? (01:58) What You Get Wrong About Spending Your Money OR How You Trick Yourself Into Thinking You Are Being Smart With Money (05:05) Saving Money Might Not Be What You Should Focus On. Focus on Growing the Gap. (06:21) What Is Financial Freedom and Does It Mean You Have to Retire? (08:00) Can You Escape the 9 to 5 and Still Have a Job? (And 4 Factors Great Jobs Have) (10:14) If You Hate Your Job, Here’s a Two-Step Plan to Help You Build a Better Life (13:59) The Two Main Types of Side Hustles (Ones You Can Scale, and Ones You Can’t) (17:59) How Paula Transitioned Her Side Hustle Into a Full Business (20:29) If You’re Terrified of the Risk of Taking a Leap, This Advice Will Help (24:17) Why Passive Income Is NOT Free Money (26:48) Should You Invest in Rental Properties for Passive Income? (29:06) What You Must Do BEFORE Investing in Rental Properties? (30:12) Mistakes Beginner Real Estate Investors Make (31:38) How to Start Learning About Real Estate Investing for Beginners (34:25) Should You Invest in Alternatives to Buying Rental Properties (REIT Portfolios and Why Crowdsourced Real Estate Investing Is Not Good for You) (37:59) How Can You Better Value Your Time? (39:23) How to Get More Comfortable With Spending Money on Outsourcing Things You Can Potentially Do Yourself (43:46) Why Chris Bought a One-Way Ticket to Cairo? (47:58) How the Idea of Afford Anything Was Born (You Heard It Here First) (49:47) What Are Mini-Retirements and Semi-Retirements, and How Are They Different? (And Which Should You Do) (52:53) Taking Short Vacations vs. Taking Long Trips (56:05) Paula Pant’s Favorite Hack: Reframing Your Thoughts (You Are Probably Richer Than You Think) (59:48) How to Build a Daily Gratitude Habit and Stop It From Fading Away (1:04:20) How to Connect With Paula Pant   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#12: Career expert Kathryn Minshew joins Chris to discuss all things jobs: finding and landing one you'll love, making networking suck less, and how to build your personal brand online without needing to be a "social media influencer".  Kathryn Minshew (@kmin) is the founder and CEO of The Muse and the co-author of the best selling book The New Rules of Work: The Modern Playbook for Navigating Your Career. Full show notes available at: https://www.allthehacks.com/career-hacks-kathryn-minshew   Partner Deals Gelt: Skip the waitlist on personalized tax guidance to maximize your wealth Selected Links From The Episode Nominate All the Hacks for a Plutus Award: Vote Here Connect with Kathryn Minshew: LinkedIn | Twitter | Instagram | The Muse Kathryn’s book: The New Rules of Work: The Modern Playbook for Navigating Your Career Find people’s emails when you are on their profile: Lusha Get pocket to save articles to read later: Get Pocket Articles about interviewing from The Muse: Interview questions and answers | Interview Skills | Phone Interviews   Full Show Notes Who is Kathryn Minshew? (00:15) The biggest misconception with job searches. (01:35) What should you do if you are unhappy with your job? (02:41) Should your career revolve around your passion? (05:06) How Kathryn found a career that is perfect for her. (08:18) How can you know if you would be a good fit for a particular career? (12:34) 3 key tips to level up your networking skills. (13:46) What is an informational interview and tips on how to do better at them. (16:42) How to find email addresses of people you want to get connected with. (19:29) How to leave networking conversations (and a power move hack). (25:27) Here’s why to ask for things in PERSON. (28:30) Building a personal brand (even without being a content creator). (30:30) Should you censor your social media when applying for a job? (industry specific advice) (35:42) 3 different ways to find job opportunities (and how to get introduced to people you are interested in). (39:40) If you feel you are asking for too many favors on your job search, do this. (44:45) What if you want to work somewhere that is NOT hiring. (46:50) Companies are as eager for the right person as you are for the right job. (real life example) (52:04) How to answer “what is your biggest weakness” and “why do you want to work here” in an interview. (53:59) Should you negotiate a job offer? (56:23) Things to negotiate beyond your compensation. (59:25) A hack to help you plan for future promotions. (1:02:19)   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Facebook | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#11: Chief Side Hustler Nick Loper joins Chris to talk all about side hustles, including some easy ways to make extra cash, bigger opportunities to replace your job, making passive income and finding profitable business ideas. Nick Loper (@nloper) is founder of Side Hustle Nation, the host of the Side Hustle Show podcast. He has quite a few side hustles under his belt, including self publishing multiple books, flipping products on eBay and starting (and selling) his online businesses. Full show notes available at: https://www.allthehacks.com/side-hustles-nick-loper   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Nick Loper: LinkedIn | Twitter| YouTube Side Hustle Nation: Website | Podcast | Facebook Group Make money through market research: User Interviews | Respondent  Grocery side hustles: Instacart  Driving side hustles: Doordash | Uber  Print on demand: Redbubble | Merch By Amazon Writing marketplaces: Medium | LinkedIn Mobile Notary Loan Signing  Learn web design: CodeAcademy | Self Made Web Designer Freelancing websites: UpWork | Fiverr Become a remote bookkeeper How to become a Salesforce consultant Help people with tasks: Taskrabbit | Thumbtack Active Campaign Demo Video  How to Start a Pooper Scooper Business Finding ideas: Rip, Pivot, and Jam Method | Side Hustle Nation Ideas Page Clipboard tools: Alfred | ClipX  Turning a Service Business into Passive Income (motorcycle guy)   Full Show Notes (00:18) Who Is Nick Loper? (01:02) How Did Nick Become the Side Hustle Guy? (02:16) What Is a Side Hustle? (03:46) Nick’s First Side Hustle (05:16) The First Few Years of Entrepreneurial Experimentation (06:10) Should You Start a Business Around Your Passion? (08:39) 5 Day $500 Challenge: 3 No Brainer Side Hustle Ideas (11:40) Metrics You Can Use to Compare Side Hustles (13:13) Side Hustles You Can Do in 15 Minute Blocks (15:23) If You Just Want to Do a One-Off Blog, Do This (16:08) Easily Sell T-Shirts and Stickers Online (19:15) 5 Skills You Can Learn Online to Increase Your Income (22:36) What Is the “Software with a Service” Side Hustle Model? (25:01) Marketplaces Where You Can Sell Your Services (27:22) If You Just Mastered a Skill or Found a Solution to a Problem, Do This (28:32) How Can You Monetize Your YouTube Channel? (29:10) Active vs. Passive Income Stream (An Example of How Someone Creatively Built Passive Income) (32:28) The Best Advice About Making Money Is This (33:21) How Nick Made $6000 Dollars in Just a Few Hours of Work (It Doesn’t Have to Go Viral to Make Money) (34:17) Should You Start With Easier Side Hustles or Should You Start With the Slow Route? (36:06) Advice to Everyone Starting a Podcast (Setting Quit Dates). (37:32) Before Committing to a Path, Look for This First (40:04) Finding Business Ideas: What Sucks Method (41:24) Finding Business Ideas: Rip, Pivot and Jam Method (43:10) Finding Business Ideas: Sniper Method (Niching Down) (45:40) Turning Your 9 to 5 Into a Side Hustle (47:18) How Does Nick Make a Living? (48:12) 3 Bonus Hacks (50:12) Think of Side Hustles as an Experiment. (Test, Test, Test)   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#10: Money Hacks author Lisa Rowan joins Chris to talk about lots of money hacks your might not know about, including grocery store hacks, deals on prescriptions, finding and claiming your missing money and getting things repaired for free! Lisa Rowan (@lisatella) is author of Money Hacks: 275+ Ways to Decrease to Decrease Spending, Increase Savings, and Make Your Money Work for You! She's also a consumer finance writer at Forbes and the co-host of the Pop Fashion podcast. Full show notes available at: https://www.allthehacks.com/money-hacks-lisa-rowan   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Lisa Rowan: Website | LinkedIn | Twitter | Podcast Protect yourself online: Try 1Password for Free Penny Hoarder: Website Get a virtual credit card: Privacy.com Coupons for Prescription drugs: GoodRx Find coupons automatically: Honey Websites where you can flip your things: Facebook Marketplace | Craigslist | NextDoor | Poshmark | StockX Save on your energy bill: OhmConnect Find out your credit (vantage) score: CreditKarma | Credit Sesame Side hustle ideas: Rent A Friend | Sell Your Junk Mail | Dscout Save money on books: Library Extension | Libby App   Full Show Notes (00:01) A Winning Listener Hack (00:37) Introduction to Lisa Rowan (02:31) Lisa's Money Hack Obsession Origins (06:31) Prioritize Splurges with a Key Question (10:16) Escaping the Free Shipping Trap (13:33) Swapping Subscriptions for Something Better (15:26) Hacks to Avoid Free Trial Forgetfulness (17:41) Saving on Prescriptions and Medical Costs (22:26) Finding Discount Codes Beyond Honey (23:29) Repair Cafes vs. Costly Fixes (24:13) Thrifty Choices at the Pawn Shop (24:42) Grocery Shopping Hacks: The Clockwise Stroll (25:08) Flipping Unused Items for Profit (28:20) Saving Energy, Getting Paid (31:12) Credit Building via Rent Payments (33:00) Getting Your Real Credit Score for Free (35:03) Uncovering Missing Money (39:00) Readiness for Money-Making Opportunities (40:50) Unconventional Side Hustle Ideas (44:54) Ignoring the Stock Market Noise (45:55) Discerning Crucial Text Messages (48:54) The Less Glamorous Side of Money Management (49:23) An Unpublished Hack from Lisa (50:46) Should You Try Every Hack?   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#9: Bestselling author Ramit Sethi joins Chris to talk about what living a rich life really means and how to start living one. They also discuss money rules that make your finances easier, the invisible scripts society has created to control our financial lives and how couples can better their tackle money issues. Ramit Sethi (@ramit) is the author of I Will Teach You To Be Rich, a New Times Bestselling book with over a million copies sold. He also publishes a newsletter and runs programs about money, work and life at iwt.com. Full show notes available at: https://www.allthehacks.com/live-your-rich-life-ramit-sethi Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Ramit Sethi: Website | Twitter | Instagram  Ramit Sethi’s Book: I Will Teach You To Be Rich Money Rules: Ramit's 10 Money Rules Travel meaningfully: Airbnb Experiences   Full Show Notes (01:10) What does it mean to be rich? (02:40) Ramit's rich life (05:31) Two conflicting money messages: Ignore both and do this (08:04) Five essential personal finance questions (10:04) The true cost of homeownership: Why a house isn't always a great investment (16:38) Negotiate like an Indian: Just ask (17:44) Timing and place for negotiation (19:20) Unconventional items to negotiate (20:45) Spend less or make more: The priority (22:44) First step for financial order (28:19) A rich life: Not shopping by price (29:47) Overthinking $3 purchases (30:50) Couples' money missteps (33:57) Perception of being cheap (35:42) Neglected financial education demographics (37:57) When savings become excessive (39:39) Paying cash for trips and optimizing time (45:04) Your journey after making enough money (48:50) Ramit's travel hacks (53:04) The book buying rule (53:45) Ramit's 10 money rules for easier decisions (58:03) A financial challenge (58:53) Investing: Embrace the boredom   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#8: Crypto expert Zac Prince, joins Chris to talk about how to earn 9% interest on cash through crypto stablecoins. They also discuss Zac’s favorite investing hacks, his crypto portfolio advice, Bitcoin, Ethereum and other different crypto tokens Zac invests in. Zac Prince (@blockfizac) is the CEO of BlockFi, a crypto-first banking platform that lets you earn interest, borrow cash, and trade crypto. BlockFi is one of the fastest growing fintech companies ever and currently lets you earn up to 9% on your cash using crypto.  [Note: Since this episode aired, BlockFi has halted withdrawals and I can no longer recommend using them, but I've decided to keep the episode up] Full show notes available at: https://www.allthehacks.com/blockfi-zac-prince   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Zac : Twitter | LinkedIn Get your bills negotiated: BillShark | Trim Grow your wealth: $5,000 Managed Free at Wealthfront Options Income Strategies: Article from SeekingAlpha   Full Show Notes (01:42) How Zac ended up running BlockFi (03:35) How BlockFi pays high interest rates on cash (06:50) Risks of putting money in a BlockFi account (08:09) How BlockFI lends out about $70-80 for every $100 (09:31) BlockFi automation and risk reduction for bitcoin (11:08) BlockFi's uniqueness in interest-paying platforms (13:09) DeFi vs. BlockFi: Comparing payout potentials (14:30) BlockFi's scale and valuation journey (15:27) Should crypto be part of your investment? (18:45) Mainstream adoption timeline for cryptocurrency (21:42) Traditional banks and their crypto hesitations (23:06) Stock options: Leveraging for wealth growth (27:21) Credit score's role in saving money (28:17) Outsourcing bill negotiation for savings (29:32) The world’s first Bitcoin rewards credit card (34:14) Navigating cryptocurrency variety: Three categories (35:46) Exploring stablecoin applications (36:19) BlockFi CEO’s cryptocurrency portfolio (37:04) Ethereum: Betting on the blockchain future Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#7: Time management pro Laura Vanderkam joins Chris to talk about how to make the most out of your weeks. They discuss how to find time for yourself in your busy schedule, multitasking, feeling more productive in the morning, the best way to plan your week/weekend, and managing your time as a parent.  Laura Vanderkam (@lvanderkam) is the author of several time management books including 168 Hours and What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast. Her work has appeared in the New York times, the Wall Street Journal and Fortune. She also hosts two podcasts Before Breakfast and Best of Both Worlds and blogs at lauravanderkam.com. Full show notes available at: https://www.allthehacks.com/managing-time-laura-vanderkam/ Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Laura: Twitter | Website | LinkedIn Laura's Resources: Time Makeover Guide and Time Tracking Sheet Laura’s Podcasts: Before Breakfast | Best of Both Worlds Laura's Books 168 Hours: You Have More Time Than You Think  What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast The New Corner Office: How the Most Successful People Work from Home Off the Clock: Feel Less Busy While Getting More Done All the Money in the World: What the Happiest People Know About Wealth Juliet's School of Possibilities: A Little Story About the Power of Priorities I Know How She Does It: How Successful Women Make the Most of Their Time Homemade meals delivered: shef.com   Full Show Notes (00:54) The misconception about time management (02:02) Shifting mindset: "I have some time, what would I like to do with it?" (04:37) Step 1: Tracking your time for a week (06:17) Using spreadsheets for time tracking over apps (07:26) The common time-wasting culprit (09:26) Starting with what you want MORE time for (11:13) Prioritizing the 3 most valuable things (12:06) Time-making activities often mistaken for time-taking (13:49) Scheduling breaks: Yes or No? (14:23) Prioritizing and optimizing errands (16:21) Productive use of spare minutes (17:42) Nurturing relationships with limited time (20:30) Quality time through scheduled alarms (22:07) The truth about multitasking (24:13) Partnered multitasking: Aligning goals (25:45) Approaching your to-do list: 3 choices (29:15) Healthy eating amidst busyness (32:22) Outsourcing cooking: A consideration (34:48) Friday planning for Sunday blues prevention (37:02) Weekend dreams: Planning and listing (41:12) Chores dilemma: Weekends or weekdays? (44:49) Kids and weekends: An insightful approach (46:24) Morning's value and productivity (48:08) Overcoming morning struggles (49:33) Morning habit introduction hacks (51:30) Curbing phone time in the morning (52:35) Mindfulness during the workday (54:08) Efficient email management (55:30) Balancing time with kids and self (57:25) Nurturing independence in children (59:41) A final time-saving trick   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#6: Renowned financial columnist, Morgan Housel talks with Chris about the psychology of money. They discuss the mindset of winning investors, new ways to think about risk, when to hold cash vs. invest, and how you can stop wanting more and focus on your own financial independence. Morgan Housel (@morganhousel) is a partner at Collaborative Fund and a former columnist at The Motley Fool and The Wall Street Journal. He is also the author of the bestselling book The Psychology of Money: Timeless Lessons on Wealth, Greed, and Happiness. Full show notes available at: https://www.allthehacks.com/psychology-of-money-morgan-housel/   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Morgan: Twitter | Website | LinkedIn Morgan’s book: The Psychology of Money: Timeless Lessons on Wealth, Greed, and Happiness Benjamin Graham's Books: The Intelligent Investor | Security Analysis Eric Johnson's Book on Nazi Germany: What We Knew   Full Show Notes (01:22) What Drove Morgan to Write the Book? (03:58) Contrasting Finance Education with Real-World Application (05:44) Unveiling the Highest Form of Wealth (07:18) Exploring Financial Independence as a Spectrum (10:28) Building Wealth: Balancing Saving and Earning (12:30) The Paradox: Why People Dislike Saving Money (13:36) Curbing Desires: A Strategy for Specific Individuals (17:20) Extremes of FIRE: Striking a Social Balance (19:34) Unraveling the Mysteries of Irrational Money Behavior (22:16) Active vs. Passive Investing: Can You Embrace Both? (26:52) Understanding Your True Risk Tolerance (32:34) Embracing Fallibility and Liberating Yourself from Perfection (36:25) Staying the Course: Making Multiple Calculated Bets (38:51) Framework for Learning from Financial Mistakes (39:30) Multidimensional History: Acknowledging Different Perspectives (41:26) Learning from History: The Best Approach (44:41) Reimagining Education: Shifting Curriculum Focus (46:54) Parental Role: Nurturing Financial Education in Kids (49:04) Delving into the Overlooked Aspects of Behavioral Finance (50:47) The Singular Financial Hack You Need   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#5: Chris and Scott cover how to get the best deals on flights around the world. They discuss when and how to find and book the cheapest flights, making the most of flight cancelations or delays and lots of travel hacks to maximize happiness on all your trips. Scott Keyes (@smkeyes) is the founder of Going, a service that helps over two million members find incredible deals on flights around the world. He is also the author of the bestselling book Take More Vacations: How to Search Better, Book Cheaper, and Travel the World. Full show notes available at: https://allthehacks.com/cheap-flights-scott-keyes/   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Scott Keyes: Twitter | Instagram Scott's Book: Take More Vacations Sign up for Scott's Flight Deals: Going Best Search Engine for Flights: Google Flights Find Nonstop Flights from any Airport: Flight Connections Find Train, Bus and Ferry Routes: Rome2Rio | Seat61   Full Show Notes (00:46) Scott’s Background and How He Got the Best Flight Deal in His Life (03:50) The Power of More Vacations: Boosting Happiness and Success (5:45) Living in the Golden Age of Cheap Flights: Why It's Possible (7:09) Flexibility: The Key Areas for Scoring Cheap Flights (9:47) Flight Deal Insight: Small vs. Large Airports (13:39) Where to Look for Your Ideal Cheap Flights (19:04) The Cost of Budget Airlines: Is It Worth It? (22:05) Flight Delays and Cancellations: Navigating Challenges (27:28) When Do You Want to Book Your Flights (31:11) The Greek Island Strategy: Saving Big on International Trips (34:51) Two Search Tools: Finding Nonstop Flights and Ferries, Trains and Buses (37:48) Scott's Approach to Travel Insurance (39:03) Change and Cancellation Policies: What You Should Know (52:38) Leveraging Flight Schedule Changes for Advantage (42:44) Business Class: Worth the Splurge? (45:17) Optimal Timing for Activities to Maximize Happiness (47:14) 24-Hour Rule: Sealing the Deal on Cheap Flights (49:56) Group Travel Savings: Strategies for Multiple Passengers   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices