All the Hacks with Chris Hutchins
196 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 557 ratingsLearn all the hacks to upgrade your life, money and travel – all while spending less and saving more. Host Chris Hutchins is a life hacker who has saved millions by breaking down every aspect of life, looking to maximize happiness at the lowest cost. Chris and guests like Tim Ferriss, Tony Hawk, Codie Sanchez and Gary Vaynerchuk will help you learn the strategies and tactics they used to shape their success.
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Mexico: Insider Secrets and Travel Hacks for Your Next Trip
September 20, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour#134: Mexico travel pro, Zach Rabinor shares all the secrets to planning incredible trips to Mexico and seeing the country like you’ve never done before, including top cities/regions for different experiences, local insider tips for activities and restaurants and so much more. Chris wraps it up by sharing tips and tricks to best utilize your miles and points when booking your trip to Mexico. Zach Rabinor founded the award-winning travel company, Journey Mexico, with a vision to share his deep...
Mastering Cash Flow: Tracking Spending to Boost Savings and 10+ Hacks to Spend Less
September 13, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour#133: Chris does a deep dive on tracking your spending, covering why to do it in the first place, as well as top apps/services, setting up budgets, managing recurring expenses, picking categories and more. He also shares practical tips and hacks to save money across 20+ different categories of spend (without having to make big sacrifices). Link to Full Show Notes: https://allthehacks.com/spending-tracking Partner Deals DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web Fabric: Afford...
Essential Practices for Finding Success and Joy in Everything You Do with Suneel Gupta
September 06, 2023 09:00 - 57 minutes#132: Bestselling author Suneel Gupta joins Chris to share simple and effective daily habits you can use to find success and joy in everything you do, without sacrificing your professional ambition. He sheds light on the ancient wisdom of Dharma, reimagining some of it’s practices for modern times, and offers practical tools and techniques to put these practices into action. Suneel Gupta (@suneelgupta) is a tech entrepreneur, visiting scholar at Harvard Medical School, and bestselling author,...
Maximize Earnings on Cash, CD Ladders, Bank Bonuses, Bulk Buying, and Automating Returns
August 30, 2023 09:00 - 37 minutes#131: Chris discusses the best places to earn interest on cash, including high yield savings, US Treasuries, CDs and bank bonuses. He also covers other listener questions/hacks, like when to sell I-Bonds, saving money on meat, protecting your identity online, automating returns and a lot more. Link to Full Show Notes: https://www.allthehacks.com/mailbag-11 Partner Deals DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web Notion: Try Notion AI free to automate tedious tasks and streaml...
The Art of Confidence: Find It, Grow It and Use It to Your Advantage with Dr. Aziz Gazipura
August 23, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour#130: Confidence expert Dr. Aziz Gazipura joins Chris to talk about ways to cultivate, nurture, and grow your confidence. Dr. Aziz shares tips on dealing with your inner critic, practicing rejection and instilling confidence in your children. They also explore the concepts of social freedom, personal bill of rights, and maximizer vs. satisficer decision-making and more. Dr. Aziz Gazipura (@drazizconfidencecoach) is one of the world’s leading confidence experts who has combined academic traini...
Latest Deals for Points and Miles, Recent Trip Takeaways, Parent Hacks & More
August 16, 2023 09:00 - 53 minutes#129: Today Chris shares the latest hacks, news, stories and deals related to travel, points and miles. He also shares a few kid related tips for parents, answers questions from listeners and shares an incredible story of how episode 104 saved a listener over $15,000. Link to Full Show Notes: https://www.allthehacks.com/mailbag-10 Partner Deals Facet: Personalized Financial Planning + $250 enrollment fee waived Shopify: $1/month trial for the easiest e-commerce platform DoorDash: 50% off a c...
The Psychology of Money w/ Morgan Housel
August 09, 2023 09:00 - 55 minutes#128: Renowned financial columnist, Morgan Housel joins for a deep dive into the psychology of money. We discuss the mindset of winning investors, new ways to deal with risk and strategies to achieve financial independence, including tips to build up cash, the most essential financial hack that everyone needs to know and more. (This episode originally aired in June 2021, but I really enjoyed re-listening to it and thought you would too). Morgan Housel (@morganhousel) is the bestselling author...
Language Hacking: Become Fluent in 3 Months with Benny Lewis
August 02, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour#127: Language hacker and polyglot Benny Lewis joins Chris to debunk misconceptions about language learning and share insights into his dynamic approach to fast-track fluency. He breaks down the different levels of language fluency and offers tips for learners including the importance of embracing mistakes, using flashcards for vocabulary retention, learning the local language before traveling abroad, and more. Benny Lewis (@irishpolyglot) runs the world’s largest language-learning blog calle...
Reduce Stress, Relax Your Mind and Succeed in Meditation Without Really Trying with Light Watkins
July 26, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour#126: Light Watkins joins Chris to delve into the world of meditation, unraveling common misconceptions, while exploring various methods to integrate meditation into your daily routine and stay consistent without trying too hard. They share insightful hacks to stay present, prioritize actions and find your purpose. They also dive into topics such as happiness, accountability and minimalism, in addition to revealing must-visit spots in Mexico City. Light Watkins (@lightwatkins) is a meditation...
France: Experience the World’s Most Popular Destination Like a Local with Lindsey Tramuta
July 19, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour#125: Travel journalist, Lindsey Tramuta shares insider tips to help you discover the magic of the world’s most popular tourist destination: France. She discusses how to navigate Paris like a pro and reveals the country's must-visit regions. Chris also covers the best ways to utilize your miles and points to get there. Lindsey Tramuta (@lindseytramuta) is a journalist who's lived in Paris since 2006. She's written for The New York Times, Eater, Food & Wine and Conde Nast Traveler and is the a...
Card Optimization, Last Minute Travel, Health Insurance Woes and AI Bedtime Stories
July 12, 2023 09:00 - 56 minutes#124: Host Chris Hutchins shares insights from optimizing different aspects of his life, including a tool to find the best credit card combinations, thoughts on last minute trip planning, a story of optimization gone too far, a fun use of AI to automate bedtime stories for his daughter, tips for ensuring you don't get stuck with unplanned medical bills and a way to preserve fresh berries for longer. Finally, he makes an exciting announcement about the newest addition to the All the Hacks team...
Traveling to Save Money, Betting on Yourself, and Streamlining Life Decisions with Nuseir Yassin
July 05, 2023 09:00 - 54 minutes#123: Top vlogger and world traveler, Nuseir Yassin joins Chris to discuss the transformative power of travel and how it can help you save money. They share insights on connecting with local communities in new places, the joys and complexities of traveling with a partner, and dig deep into their personal travel goals. They also explore topics like the difference between being kind and nice, underrated countries to visit and the concept of mental poverty. Nuseir Yassin, better known as @NasDai...
Cooking at Home: Delicious Food Made Easy with David Chang
June 28, 2023 09:00 - 52 minutes#122: Culinary icon David Chang joins Chris to explore the wonders of cooking at home and the importance of understanding food science. They discuss the power of the heavily underutilized microwave, debunk myths around its safety and share uncommon things to cook in it. The episode also covers a range of topics from their favorite home cooking techniques to underrated ingredients and spices, using the freezer as a way to preserve food and many other hacks to empower you to become the master o...
The Ultimate Home Buying Guide: Finding Deals, Picking an Agent, Tax Strategies, Negotiating Offers and More with David Greene and Rob Abasolo
June 21, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour#121: Real-estate pros David Greene and Rob Abasolo join Chris to help you master the entire home buying process from start to finish. They discuss essential considerations before buying a home, tax advantages, strategies for finding the right agent and ways to optimize the due diligence process. They also cover effective tactics for writing and negotiating offers, common oversights during inspections, and different financing options. David Greene (@DavidGreene24) and Rob Abasolo (@Robuilt) c...
Mailbag #9: Best Two-Card Combos, Travel Hacks, Finance Apps, Health Hacks and More
June 14, 2023 09:00 - 55 minutes#120: Host Chris Hutchins shares a ton of amazing hacks, questions and wins from listeners. He covers a range of topics including the best two credit card combos, United Airlines’s recent points devaluation, ways to maximize travel points and monitor hotel price drops. Chris also draws from his personal experiences to share travel hacks learned from recent trips to New York and Cabo, along with other valuable hacks related to health, personal finance, cell phones, and more. Link to Full Show ...
Building Wealth Through Boring Businesses and Other Contrarian Ways To Live and Invest with Codie Sanchez
June 07, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour#119: Entrepreneur and investor, Codie Sanchez joins to discuss unconventional ways to create wealth through often-overlooked “boring” businesses like laundromats, car washes and vending machines. She also shares her expertise in the art of deal-making, financing options for buying a business, diversifying investments, and applying contrarian thought into our daily routines and relationships. Codie Sanchez (@CodieSanchez) is the founder and CEO of Contrarian Thinking, a media company and news...
Unleashing the Power of Kindness, Self-Awareness, and Passion with Gary Vaynerchuk
May 31, 2023 09:00 - 44 minutes#118: Serial entrepreneur and bestselling author, Gary Vaynerchuk joins to discuss cultivating happiness by embracing kindness, enhancing self-awareness, and finding a balance between things you love. He and Chris also dig deep into the power of taking ownership of our actions and choices, making amends with people and share tips on raising confident and resilient kids by instilling practical self-esteem. Gary Vaynerchuk (@garyvee) is the Chairman of VaynerX, CEO of VaynerMedia, CEO of VeeFri...
Navigating a High Rate Market: Buying a Home, Preparing for a Recession and Where to Put Cash with Ben Carlson
May 24, 2023 09:00 - 56 minutes#117: Author and financial advisor Ben Carlson joins Chris to share insights on the current state of the market. They discuss the impact of aggressive Fed rate hikes and the unintended consequences, including the debt ceiling and regional bank collapses. Ben also shares his expertise on where to park cash, comparing I bonds, high-yield savings, short-term Treasury ETFs. Finally they offer strategies for buying a home and lowering mortgage payments in this high-rate environment. Ben Carlson (@...
Simplify Decision Making, Reduce Stress and Improve Your Life with Sahil Bloom
May 17, 2023 09:00 - 58 minutes#116: Investor and entrepreneur Sahil Bloom joins Chris to discuss ways of optimizing life through the power of (philosophical) razors. Sahil shares his insights on simplifying the decision-making process to lead a meaningful life filled with optimal outcomes. They explore a range of topics from finding the right people to surround yourself with, seizing rare opportunities, starting conversations, choosing between career paths to expanding your luck surface area and more! Sahil Bloom (@SahilB...
Iceland: Planning an Epic Adventure with Brandon Presser
May 10, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour#115: Award-winning travel writer, Brandon Presser joins Chris to share the beauty and wonder of Iceland. They discuss everything you need to know to plan the ideal trip, including when to visit, suggested itineraries, cultural norms and social etiquette, top hot springs, waterfalls and hiking destinations, the perfect season to chase the Northern Lights and novelty Icelandic cuisine. Finally, Chris offers tips on how to maximize your points and miles to make your Iceland trip more affordable...
Money Talks: Navigating Uncomfortable Conversations with Loved Ones with Erin Lowry
May 03, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour#114: Personal finance expert and and author, Erin Lowry joins Chris to discuss the importance of having financial conversations with your parents, including sharing some specific scripts for initiating the discussion. They also cover financial advisors, estate planning, prenups/postnups, lending money to friends and more! Erin Lowry (@brokemillennialblog), best know for her three-part ‘Broke Millennial’ book series, is on a mission to help millennials navigate the complex world of personal f...
Unlocking the Power of Plastic: Maximizing Your Hidden Credit Card Benefits
April 26, 2023 09:00 - 43 minutes#113: Chris takes listeners on a journey into the world of credit card perks, revealing little-known benefits that can save you thousands of dollars. From travel insurance and purchase protection to rental car discounts and concierge services, Chris unveils a wealth of insider tips to help you get the most out of your credit card. Whether you're a seasoned cardholder or just starting out, you won't want to miss this eye-opening exploration of the hidden gems hiding in your wallet. Link to Ful...
Money + Relationships: Building and Living Your Rich Life Together with Ramit Sethi
April 19, 2023 09:00 - 57 minutes#112: Bestselling author Ramit Sethi joins Chris to discuss money and relationships. They talk about building a shared vision for a rich life, the importance of normalizing conversations about money, practical tips for managing finances together. Ramit and Chris also offer advice about how to move beyond surface-level conversations to ask more meaningful questions, highlight the importance of identifying red and green flags in your relationship, and share best practices to help you achieve fi...
Mailbag #8: Earning More Points, Top Listener Hacks, Monitoring Price Drops, Paying Taxes on a Credit Card and More
April 12, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour#111: Host Chris Hutchins covers top hacks from listeners, paying taxes with your credit card, tactics for earning more points, monitoring flights for fare drops, hotel discounts, southwest companion pass and more. This episode is packed with so many great tips and hacks! Full show notes at: https://www.allthehacks.com/listener-questions-8/ Partner Deals Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn Daffy: Free $25 to give to the charity of your choice DeleteMe: 20% ...
Mailbag #9: Earning More Points, Top Listener Hacks, Monitoring Price Drops, Paying Taxes on a Credit Card and More
April 12, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour#111: Host Chris Hutchins covers top hacks from listeners, paying taxes with your credit card, tactics for earning more points, monitoring flights for fare drops, hotel discounts, southwest companion pass and more. This episode is packed with so many great tips and hacks! Full show notes at: https://www.allthehacks.com/listener-questions-9/ Partner Deals Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn Daffy: Free $25 to give to the charity of your choice DeleteMe: 20% ...
Travel Smarter, Cheaper and Longer with Nomadic Matt
April 05, 2023 09:00 - 48 minutes#110: Travel expert and author Nomadic Matt (Matt Kepnes), joins Chris to reflect on their most unforgettable travel experiences and discuss the importance of staying flexible, embracing a slow travel philosophy, and living in the moment. Matt also offers insights on travel insurance, and shares his top picks for off-the-beaten-path travel destinations, must-have travel gear, and effective strategies for planning a budget-friendly trip. Matthew Kepnes (@nomadicmatt) is a bestselling author an...
Living a Happier Life, Saying No, and Prioritizing Goals with Derek Sivers
March 29, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour#109: Writer and entrepreneur Derek Sivers joins Chris to discuss decision-making, having meaningful experiences, personal happiness, journaling, saying no, and parenting. They also touch on the subject of traveling with children and aligning your actions and personal values to achieve goals in life Derek Sivers (@sivers) is an entrepreneur, writer, musician, and self-proclaimed "slow thinker" who has optimized his life for creating and learning. He founded CD Baby, an online platform that he...
Journey to Antarctica: Exploring the Beauty and Luxury of the 7th Continent with Leigh Rowan
March 24, 2023 09:00 - 20 minutes#108: Travel expert Leigh Rowan joins Chris to discuss his most recent trip to the interior of the ice-capped continent of Antarctica. Leigh describes the luxurious dwellings and unique expeditions available to tourists and breaks down the cost of a breathtaking journey to one of the world's coldest, windiest, and most desolate continents. Leigh Rowan (@leighrowan) is the founder and CEO of Savanti Travel, a travel management company for executives, and the former COO of The Points Guy. Full ...
Italy Unlocked: Insider Tips, Must-See Destinations and Booking Flights/Hotels on Points with Leigh Rowan
March 22, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour#107: Italy travel expert Leigh Rowan joins Chris for a third time to discuss all things Italy. Leigh talks about why he feels most at home in the country with the most spectacular cuisine, gorgeous coastlines, ancient ruins, and rich history. He provides money-saving tips, gives suggestions on where to stay, reveals his favorite off-the-beaten-path locations for an authentically local experience, and explains why life is better in Italy. They also discuss the best ways to use your points and...
Mailbag #8: Listener Hacks, SVB Collapse, Treasury Bills, Bank Bonuses, Top Deals and More
March 15, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour#106: Host Chris Hutchins shares top hacks from listeners, thoughts on the SVB collapse, some great deals to take advantage of now, tactics for investing in treasury bills, ways to get deals on concert/theatre tickets, how he's investing and a lot more. This episode is packed with so many great tips, hacks and deals! Full show notes at: https://www.allthehacks.com/listener-questions-8/ Partner Deals Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn DeleteMe: 20% off re...
Mailbag #7: Listener Hacks, SVB Collapse, Treasury Bills, Bank Bonuses, Top Deals and More
March 15, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour#106: Host Chris Hutchins shares top hacks from listeners, thoughts on the SVB collapse, some great deals to take advantage of now, tactics for investing in treasury bills, ways to get deals on concert/theatre tickets, how he's investing and a lot more. This episode is packed with so many great tips, hacks and deals! Full show notes at: https://www.allthehacks.com/listener-questions-7/ Partner Deals Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn DeleteMe: 20% off re...
Overcoming Fear, Processing Failure, and Why Having a Plan B Holds You Back with Matt Higgins
March 08, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour#105: Serial entrepreneur Matt Higgins joins Chris discuss how people can stop getting held back from their full potential. They talk about why a backup plan might be what's holding them back. They also lay out a framework to get over reservations, understand your motivations, overcome fears, process failures and handle crises. Matt Higgins (@mhiggins) is a successful businessman and author. He is currently the Co-founder/CEO of RSE Ventures, but previously was the youngest press secretary in...
Optimizing Your Insurance Policies (Auto, Home/Renters, Umbrella, Life, Disability, Pet, and Travel)
March 01, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour#104: In this episode, Chris covers all things insurance. He explains the process he went through to reduce the cost of his insurance policies as much as possible while still maintaining adequate coverage from a reputable carrier. He discusses auto, home, renters, umbrella, personal articles, life, disability, pet, and travel insurance. Chris also talks about the policies he has been concentrating on lately, and shares resources to help listeners save money. Full show notes: https://allthehac...
Determination, Achieving the Impossible and Pursuing Your Passion with Tony Hawk
February 22, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour#103: Skateboarding legend Tony Hawk joins Chris to discuss his extraordinary career and how drive, tenacity, and motivation made it all possible. Tony also shares his favorite travel destinations, offers guidance on following your passion, and reveals where he's currently focusing his time/energy. Tony Hawk (@tonyhawk) is a professional skateboarder and highly successful entrepreneur. He’s invented dozens of moves, won 73 titles, was a world champion 12 years in a row, and, in one of skatebo...
Traveling to Japan with Points & Miles with Chris Hutchins
February 15, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes#102: Host Chris Hutchins (@hutchins) breaks down the different ways you can use your points and miles for free flights to Japan. He also discusses how to use your points for free hotel/resort stays in Japan, and shares some of the best credit card bonuses right now for quickly rack up points for your next trip. Full Show Notes: https://allthehacks.com/japan-travel-points-miles Partner Deals Shopify: $1/month trial for the easiest e-commerce platform DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal ...
Travel Hacking Japan with Points & Miles with Chris Hutchins
February 15, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes#102: Host Chris Hutchins (@hutchins) breaks down the different ways you can use your points and miles for free flights to Japan. He also discusses how to use your points for free hotel/resort stays in Japan, and shares some of the best credit card bonuses right now for quickly rack up points for your next trip. Full Show Notes: https://allthehacks.com/japan-travel-points-miles Partner Deals Shopify: $1/month trial for the easiest e-commerce platform DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal ...
Planning the Best Japan Trip Ever with Brandon Presser
February 08, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour#101: Travel writer Brandon Presser joins Chris to discuss all things Japan. They cover why they both love the country so much, what makes it worth a visit, where you should go, what you should see and do, and all the incredible foods you should be trying (including their favorite spots to eat at). Brandon Presser (@brandpress) is a freelance travel writer who has lived in Japan twice, written 3 books on the country and has traveled there in all but one of the last 20 years. Aside from Japan,...
Reflecting on All the Hacks, Valuing Time and Focusing on the Year Ahead with Brad Barrett
February 01, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour#100: Financial independence (FI) expert Brad Barrett joins Chris to reflect on getting to 100 episodes of All the Hacks. They share some major lessons they've learned recently, discuss how to value their time and share how they plan to apply these lessons in 2023. They also share plenty of recommendations and hacks along the way. Brad Barrett (@bradchoosefi) is the co-host of ChooseFI, the top podcast on financial independence with more than a million monthly listeners. Brad became financial...
Top Ways to Make This Year Amazing and Seven Simple Questions for Your Annual Review with Sahil Bloom
January 25, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour#99: Investor and entrepreneur Sahil Bloom joins Chris to discuss performing a personal annual review. Sahil outlines the seven questions everyone should ask when reflecting on the previous year and establishing goals for the new one. Additionally, they offer strategies, tips, and advice to increase your happiness, energy, and sense of fulfillment while decreasing your stress and anxiety to make 2023 an amazing year. Sahil Bloom (@SahilBloom) is among the most dynamic and up-and-coming financ...
Buy Back Your Time: Get Unstuck, Increase Productivity and Live the Life You Want with Dan Martell
January 18, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour#98: Serial entrepreneur and best-selling author Dan Martell joins Chris to talk about buying back time. They discuss the value of adopting the right mindset, techniques for scheduling your time, tools to streamline processes, and changes you can make to reclaim your time and lead a more fulfilling life. Dan Martell (@danmartell) is a successful entrepreneur, investor, and best-selling author. He is also the managing partner of High Speed Ventures and the founder and CEO of SaaS Academy, the ...
Optimizing Your Health: Diagnostic Tests, Choosing a Doctor, Sleep, Longevity, Inflammation and More with Jordan Shlain MD
January 11, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour#97: Physician and entrepreneur, Jordan Shlain MD, joins Chris to discuss optimizing your health. They cover the pillars of longevity, how things like sleep, diet, and exercise affect your overall health, finding a new physician, what types of diagnostic tests to consider and more. Jordan Shlain MD (@drjordanshlain) is a primary care physician and the founder of Private Medical, a concierge medical practice focused on proactive prevention. He's also the Founder of Eat REAL, a non-profit organ...
Money + Travel Q&A (Where to Put Cash, Paying Down Debt, How to Book Hotels, Optimizing Points with Your Spouse and More)
January 04, 2023 10:00 - 39 minutes#96: Host Chris Hutchins tackles questions about earning points with your spouse, where to put cash savings, investing vs. paying down a mortgage, when to book hotels in the travel portal, saving money on data while traveling and much more. This episode is packed with many of the incredible insights that Chris has earned from his years optimizing his life! Full show notes at: https://www.allthehacks.com/listener-questions-7/ Partner Deals Fabric: Affordable term life insurance for you and ...
Top Learnings, Hacks and Credit Cards of 2022
December 28, 2022 10:00 - 40 minutes#95: Chris shares his top 10 learnings and takeaways from the past year of All the Hacks, which covers time management, personal finance, happiness, regret, negotiating, marriage, communication and more. He also recaps some of the top hacks he's learned this year and his top credit cards, based on real spending data. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/top-lessons-hacks-credit-cards-2022 Partner Deals Pacaso: Free early access to listings and $2,500+ in closing credits Rocket Money...
Experience London Like a Local: What to Eat, See, Do & Getting There on Points with Jessica Dante (+ Chris' Trip Report)
December 21, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour#94: Founder of Love and London, Jessica Dante, joins Chris to discuss all things London. They cover what to eat, see, do, and where to stay. Jessica also shares her favorite hidden gems, offers alternatives to overhyped tourist sites, and provides tips to experience the city like a true local. Then Chris provides a recap of his recent trip to London and walks through how to use use your points/miles for your next trip. Jessica Dante (@loveandlondon) founded the digital media company Love and...
2022 Holiday Gift Guide
December 17, 2022 10:00 - 31 minutes#93: Today, I wanted to share a 2022 Holiday Gift Guide, with my favorite products, gifts and past purchases that might make good gift ideas this holiday season. Hope you enjoy! Written version of the 2022 Gift Guide: https://www.allthehacks.com/blog/2022-gift-guide/ Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/2022-holiday-gift-guide Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Gift Guide Links Home & Food Breville Tea Maker T...
Year End Checklist for Your Money, Taxes, Points and Miles
December 14, 2022 10:00 - 42 minutes#92: Chris shares his list of the top year end optimizations to consider for your taxes, money, points and miles. That includes tax-loss harvesting, charitable deductions, retirement contributions and FSA/HSAs. It'll also cover taking advantage of all your annual credit card credits and perks. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/year-end-money-taxes-points-2022 Partner Deals Masterworks: VIP access to skip the waitlist Pacaso: Free early access to listings and $2,500+ in closing cr...
Die With Zero: Net Fulfillment Over Net Worth with Bill Perkins
December 07, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour#91: Hedge fund manager and author, Bill Perkins, joins Chris to talk about what it actually means to die with zero. They discuss why you should focus on net fulfillment in each stage of life, what types of experiences to prioritize, banking memory dividends, questions to ask yourself in order to make the best choices about spending your money, solving for maximum fulfillment, and so much more. Bill Perkins (@billperkins) is a successful hedge fund manager and energy trader whose mission is t...
Work Tactics: Finding a Job, Negotiating Comp, Managing Up, Getting Promoted and More with Lenny Rachitsky
November 30, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour#90: Top podcast host, Lenny Rachitsky joins Chris to discuss work-related techniques for success. They talk about finding a job that aligns with your interests, ways to stand out and get noticed, nailing your interview, effectively negotiating your compensation, managing up, and strategies to getting promoted. Lenny Rachitsky (@lennysan), an engineer turned startup founder and former product manager at Airbnb is the creator of Lenny’s Newsletter and the wildly popular podcast, Lenny’s Podcas...
Booking Flights with Points and All Things Award Travel with Tiffany Funk
November 23, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour#89: Award travel pro Tiffany Funk joins Chris to talk about booking flights with miles, the advantages of having travel flexibility, the ins and outs of transferring points, ways to put your points and miles to good use, and the best sites/tools for booking award travel. Tiffany Funk (@tebfunk) is the co-founder and president of point.me, a one-stop tool for maximizing points and miles. She's also the Executive Director for the premium travel site One Mile at a Time. Having visited over 80 c...
Bonus Q&A: Teaching Kids about Money, Investing and Financial Responsibility with Tad Fallows
November 18, 2022 10:00 - 16 minutes#88: Tad Fallows joins Chris on this bonus episode to discuss teaching children about money and investing, allowances, college savings, and strategies you can use for investing in your children. Tad also shares his favorite real estate tax hack recommendations for Dallas, Texas and his favorite finance podcasts. Tad Fallows (@LongAngleHNW) is co-founder of Long Angle, a private digital community of highly successful young entrepreneurs and executives. He also cofounded iLab Solutions LLC, a g...