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Credit Card BS Podcast

Shaun and Sherwin
Luxury Travel
Credit Card Points
Credit Card Rewards
Virgin Voyages
American Airlines
Preferred Hotel Partner Programs
Credit Cards
Southwest Companion Pass
Chase
American Express
Travel
Cruise Travel
Dining
Seas.aero
Southwest Airlines
Credit Card Applications
Reconsideration Process
Miles Accumulation
Loyalty Programs
Travel Tips

A Stanford student and a UC Berkeley graduate share everything you need to know about the world of Credit Card Points and Luxury Travel. UC Berkeley graduate Shaun Lane created and taught the world's first and only univeristy level for-credit course on Credit Card Rewards. Stanford Student Sherwin Lai has amassed millions of credit card points and has taken vacations all over the world nearly for ... more

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Shaun Lane
Co-host who created and taught the world's first university-level course on Credit Card Rewards.
Sherwin Lai
Co-host and Stanford student who has amassed millions of credit card points through smart usage.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 47 ratings
  • Incredibly informative

    Sherwin’s tips and tricks have saved me hundreds of dollars and have made many aspects of my family vacations much more enjoyable — thanks for sharing all your insights!

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Many find the discussions valuable for planning their travels more affordably.
Feedback highlights the quality of information, making complex topics approachable.
Listeners appreciate the insightful tips and tricks shared by the hosts for maximizing credit card rewards.

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Travel Portals Are Stupid.
Q: What are your thoughts about travel portals? Do you love them or hate them?
Shaun and Sherwin share mixed feelings, highlighting their drawbacks while acknowledging they provide value, especially for discoverability.
Travel Portals Are Stupid.
Q: How would you think about if someone says, oh, the rate on one of these websites or on a portal is lower than booking direct?
Shaun suggests checking for a rate match with the hotel's best rate guarantee and weighing options based on points earnings and elite benefits.
What's Going on With Emirates? (Transfer Devaluation)
Q: What do you think is going on with this Emirates transfer ratio issue?
The recent changes suggest Emirates is aiming to demand more from banks, potentially jeopardizing transfer programs.
Altitude Reserve Changes (Nerfed?!)
Q: What do you think is the realistic best case scenario?
They would love to have high-value transfer partners, but the more likely scenario is common partners like Flying Blue, Virgin, and British Airways.
American and Alaska Miles - All the Bonuses You Can Get (Complete Guide)
Q: Shaun, do any of these cards interest you or have you gotten them?
I have not gotten any of the Hawaiian cards.

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Listeners are treated to insights into the intricate world of credit card rewards, focusing heavily on strategies for maximizing points and benefits for travel. The hosts engage in detailed discussions about various credit cards and their unique offerings, changes in credit card policies, and the impacts of these changes on consumers. Each episode tends to unravel specific credit card features, such as cashback options, premium travel benefits, and the psychology behind credit card marketing, making complex financial concepts accessible to a broader audience. This mixture of expert analysis and personal anecdotes positions the show uniquely within the finance education space, especially for travel enthusiasts looking to enhance their experi... more

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