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Point Me To First Class

Devon Gimbel MD
Credit Card Points
Travel
Credit Cards
Travel Planning
Reward Programs
Chase 524 Rule
Chase Sapphire Reserve
Personal Finance
Digital Nomad Lifestyle
Points Redemption Value
Family Travel
Chase Ultimate Rewards
American Express Gold Card
Chase Sapphire Preferred
Chase Freedom Unlimited
Hyatt
Umrah
Park Hyatt St. Kitts
The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel
Hyatt Business Credit Card

Point Me to First Class is a show for employed professionals, solopreneurs, entrepreneurs, and business owners with higher-than-average personal and/or business expenses who want to learn to leverage them into credit card points to spend on travel. Your expenses are your greatest untapped asset - but learning how to use them to travel the world doesn't have to be confusing or complicated. Each wee... more

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In this episode, we bid farewell to 2025 with a year-in-review analysis of the biggest news, changes, and trends in rewards, credit cards, and award travel over the last 12 months.

This episode is part one of a two-part year-in-review series, and I... more

Have you ever wondered what exactly goes on behind the scenes in loyalty programs—and what drives executive decisions about what to offer, add, or take away from their members' experience?

In this episode, I get to do exactly that. I'm joined by La... more

There's a new player in the rewards space, and it's changing what's possible for earning points even if you never open another credit card.

In this episode, I'm joined by Carissa Rawson, Director of Travel and Marketing for Rove, a fast-growing lo... more

This week marks the biggest points-earning opportunity of the entire year—especially if you're planning to shop online. While everyone else is focused on Thanksgiving prep, points and miles travelers know this is the week to turn everyday purchases i... more

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Recent Guests

Laurie Blair
Senior Vice President of Global Marketing and Loyalty at Hyatt
Hyatt
Episode: 145. Behind the Scenes at World of Hyatt: Loyalty, Care & the Future of Travel with Laurie Blair
Carissa Rawson
Director of Travel and Marketing at Rove
Rove
Episode: 144. Inside Rove: The Loyalty Program Reshaping Points & Miles
Dielle Charon
Founder of For The 23%, a business coach for women of color entrepreneurs.
For The 23%
Episode: 142. How Points Become a Tool for Freedom, Joy & the Life You Want to Live with Dielle Charon
Julian Kheel
Former Editorial Director at The Points Guy and Senior Editor at CNN, now Founder of Points Path.
Points Path
Episode: 140. Points Path: The Tool That Shows You the Best Value for Every Flight
Avneesh Kohli
Founder of Savewise, an innovative tool for optimizing online shopping rewards.
Savewise
Episode: 139. Stack Shopping Portals and Card Offers for Bigger Rewards with Savewise
Jillian Johnsrud
An author, podcast host, and coach who advocates for mini retirements and redefines traditional views on retirement.
Episode: 136. Mini Retirements: Redefining How You Work, Rest, and Live with Jillian Johnsrud
Traci Siegel
Episode: 127. Lounge Access Update: Credit Card Changes, Perks & Picks with Traci Siegel
Greg Davis-Kean
A prominent figure in the points and miles community, known for his analysis on the Frequent Miler blog and podcast.
Frequent Miler
Episode: 126. How Much Is a Point Really Worth? A Deep Dive with Frequent Miler's Greg Davis-Kean
Jaina Pallasigui
A real estate investor and points and miles enthusiast.
Episode: 123. Using Real Estate Spending to Maximize Credit Card Points with Jaina Pallasigui

Host

Devon Gimbel
Host and expert in leveraging credit card points for travel, providing actionable insights and strategies for maximizing benefits from everyday expenses.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Fear mongering to sell her course… GREEDY

    A « doctor » turned free rider, wow…

    And now she fearmongers to sell her overpriced course

    Greed is everywhere

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jasonmoma
    United States3 months ago
  • $2000 for a Course?

    I enjoyed this podcast a lot actually! Lots of interesting and unique perspectives on the points game. However, she started promoting her points class on it. Fine I understand, everyone has to make a living. Then I saw she’s charging $2000 for the class, 50-100% (there’s free ones as well with lots of good information) more than what comparable creators charge for theirs, for a class that only lasts 3 months mind you.

    Just leaves a bad taste in my mouth.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    suda2025
    United States3 months ago
  • Enough with the points value

    Too much talk about cents per point! If you’d never pay that much for a ticket, that’s not the value you’re getting for your point.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    FlashStash
    United States5 months ago
  • I really appreciate how each episode follows one subject. Devon is so knowledgeable and easy to listen to. I am a physician and it is really enlightening to see other people in the profession with the same interests.

    Audible
    5
    Bevo
    United States6 months ago
  • Awesome

    I really appreciate how each episode follows one subject. Devon is so knowledgeable and easy to listen to. I am a physician and it is really enlightening to see other people in the profession with the same interests.

    Audible
    5
    Bevo
    United States6 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many enjoy the engaging interviews with industry experts that enrich the learning experience and provide motivation for navigating travel rewards.
Some comments indicate a focus on business and professional-related content that appeals to higher-income earners, while others criticize promotional content related to courses.
Listeners appreciate the practical, relatable advice and actionable strategies that demystify the world of credit card points.
A few reviews express frustration over the perceived elitism in some discussions, yet many still find value in the content and community atmosphere created around the show.

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145. Behind the Scenes at World of Hyatt: Loyalty, Care & the Future of Travel with Laurie Blair
Q: Are there any non-negotiables in terms of World of Hyatt's design that you think differentiate it from other programs?
Value of points and the presence of a published award chart are critical to differentiating Hyatt from competitors.
145. Behind the Scenes at World of Hyatt: Loyalty, Care & the Future of Travel with Laurie Blair
Q: What does loyalty mean to Hyatt today, and how have you seen that evolve over the last five to ten years?
Loyalty is centered around care and goes beyond mere transactions, focusing on personal connections and meaningful engagement with members.
145. Behind the Scenes at World of Hyatt: Loyalty, Care & the Future of Travel with Laurie Blair
Q: Can you talk a little bit about what does your day to day job as head of global marketing and loyalty entail?
Laurie's role encompasses everything from the future of the loyalty program to storytelling about Hyatt's brands and overseeing all marketing and global connections.
144. Inside Rove: The Loyalty Program Reshaping Points & Miles
Q: How do you describe the platform's core mission and its value proposition?
Carissa explains that Rove was created to be accessible for everyone, especially targeting those intimidated by traditional credit card systems.
144. Inside Rove: The Loyalty Program Reshaping Points & Miles
Q: Could you just kick us off by introducing yourself and telling our listeners how you even got into the world of Points and Miles to begin with?
Carissa shares her journey from being in the Air Force to discovering credit card rewards and subsequently working within the Points and Miles industry.

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The content focuses on empowering employed professionals, solopreneurs, entrepreneurs, and business owners to maximize their credit card points for luxury travel experiences. With a practical approach, each episode explores various strategies to leverage everyday expenses into travel rewards, helping listeners navigate the often complex world of credit card points. Notably, the host provides insights into loyalty programs, financial education, and innovative tools designed to enhance the travel planning process, allowing even those with limited experience to benefit from effective point accumulation and redemption strategies. Unique lessons from guests, industry experts, and personal success stories enrich the discussions, making the conten... more

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1. Laurie Blair
2. Carissa Rawson
3. Dielle Charon
4. Julian Kheel
5. Avneesh Kohli
6. Jillian Johnsrud
7. Traci Siegel
8. Greg Davis-Kean

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