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Point Me To First Class

Devon Gimbel MD
Credit Card Points
Travel
Credit Card Rewards
Credit Cards
Loyalty Programs
Points and Miles
Travel Planning
Hyatt
American Express
Capital One
Award Travel
Chase
Family Travel
Travel Tips
Travel Hacking
Chase Sapphire Reserve
Travel Rewards
Air France
Emirates
Travel Booking

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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Latest Episodes

Have you ever wondered why Capital One's approval decisions feel completely random - approval for some, denial for others, with almost no rhyme or reason?

Capital One has a well-earned reputation for being unpredictable with credit card approvals. ... more

Have you heard about the quiet Chase promotion that could be one of the biggest points-earning opportunities we've seen in years?

In May 2026, Chase launched a promotion through the digital payment platform Paze that allows cardholders to earn 10 t... more

Have you ever fallen so in love with a city that you started seriously considering moving there?

That's exactly what happened to us in Kyoto. In part two of our Japan spring break trip recap, my husband Brandon and I continue our family travel stor... more

Have you ever been tempted to completely change your vacation plans because of an irresistible points deal?

That's exactly what happened when Japan Airlines did a random first class award dump last April. I couldn't resist jumping on the opportunit... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Michelle Walther
Guest expert discussed in-depth analysis of the promotion
Episode: 170. Earn 10x Chase Points! The Paze Strategy Explained
Stacey Funt
Radiologist, health coach, and founder of LH Adventure Travel, who curates wellness and adventure trips for groups of women
LH Adventure Travel
Episode: 167. The Woman Dancing in the Sahara Arrived Terrified - Why the Right Adventure Trip Brings You Home to Yourself
Michael Gandara
Nurse Michael Travels; educator in Points and Miles
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Episode: 162. Where Japan Airlines Miles Fit in Your Award Travel Strategy with Michael Gandara
Jess Field
Guest from Points Talk Squad, Hilton points expert
Points Talk Squad
Episode: 160. The Uncapped Value of Hilton Free Night Certificates with Jess Field
Dr. Alison Curfman
Pediatric emergency physician, entrepreneur, and family travel optimizer who frequently travels with her family of eight.
Episode: 155. Planning Award Travel for Large Families with Dr. Alison Curfman (Part 1)
Lauren Oschman
Founder of Vestia Personal Wealth Advisors
Vestia Personal Wealth Advisors
Episode: 152. Building Wealth Beyond Travel: Financial Planning for High-Earners with Lauren Oschman
Dr. Andrea Mabry
A dermatologist in Little Rock and a points and miles expert.
Episode: 149. 2025 Points Year in Review: A Look Back at Cards, Strategies & Earning (Part 1) with Dr. Andrea Mabry
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

Host

Devon Gimbel
Host of Point Me To First Class; specializes in turning expenses into travel rewards.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • Too many caveats

    So.Many.Words. Just get it out! There is no reason the latest podcast should be 1 hour and 39 minutes. Low content for the time investment.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Mmmmfield
    United States2 months ago
  • Love the tips!

    This is a great podcast full of information to help me use my credit cards as efficiently as possible. But the cadence of the host’s speaking style is so choppy. Lots of halting speech makes it hard for me to concentrate on what she’s saying. I know that is a minor pet peeve but as a podcaster maybe consider a speaking coach? The interviews are more natural.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PCC fellow
    United States2 months ago
  • One of my favorite podcasts

    This is one of my favorite podcasts. Devon is interesting, organized and knowledgeable. Her last podcast on paying taxes was even better than her normal great explanation of a points and miles topic. I was looking for information on this and everything I needed to know was in one podcast that I had taken almost two hours researching before I listened to it. I normally listen to her podcast on Mondays but I was busy and put it aside. If I hadn’t I wouldn’t have spent two hours researching. Eve... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Richard53280
    United States3 months ago
  • Efficient & Effective Content

    Tons of great information, clear and concise delivery.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NanaD_Traveler
    United States4 months ago
  • Love the tips!

    This is a great podcast full of information to help me use my credit cards as efficiently as possible. But the cadence of the host is a little too choppy lately. Lots of halting speech so that it sounds like reading off a script. I know that is a minor pet peeve but it does make the podcast hard to listen to for me. The interviews are more natural.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PCC fellow
    United States4 months ago

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171. 143 Venture Business Applications: Surprising Predictors of Approvals & Denials with Katie's Travel Tricks
Q: What did the data reveal about sole proprietors and any strategies they can use to improve their chances?
For sole proprietors, the data suggested that using the pre-approval tool is helpful, with those pre-approved having a notably higher chance of approval (about 95% if pre-approved) than those who skip it (around 34-39% baseline). If not pre-approved, candidates should pace their applications and consider other banks' cards while revisiting Capital One later, especially focusing on preparing under an LLC or other registered structure when feasible.
171. 143 Venture Business Applications: Surprising Predictors of Approvals & Denials with Katie's Travel Tricks
Q: Can you walk us through what were those three major approval predictors that actually emerged from the data of your survey?
The three major predictors were: (1) the number of personal cards opened in the past 12 months, which showed a strong downward trend in approval as that number increased; (2) business structure, with LLCs or similar entities showing high approval rates (82% in the data) compared to sole proprietorships; and (3) the most recent Capital One application outcome, where a prior approval strongly predicted current approval and prior denial predicted current denial, sometimes regardless of other factors.
166. The Payroll Points Strategy Update: Cards, ROI & Best Practices with DeAndre Coke
Q: What should business owners watch for to ensure the math works in their favor when using payroll points?
Focus on redeeming points for value rather than simple portal or statement-credit redemptions; aim for at least two cents per point in value, and account for processing fees and the deductible nature of those fees to gauge true ROI.
166. The Payroll Points Strategy Update: Cards, ROI & Best Practices with DeAndre Coke
Q: How would a business owner actually use this platform to start earning points for their payroll?
Upload the payroll summary, choose the payroll date, select the card to charge, and let Zil Money process the cash advance-like transaction; the key is to keep payroll cash flow healthy and to understand the fee structure and redemption options for max value.
167. The Woman Dancing in the Sahara Arrived Terrified - Why the Right Adventure Trip Brings You Home to Yourself
Q: What barriers prevent people from prioritizing experiences like this, and how can they overcome them?
Common barriers are time, money, fear, and especially permission to prioritize themselves. Overcoming them starts with recognizing the right to invest in one's own joy, simplifying decision-making by choosing trusted groups, and taking small first steps toward travel that aligns with personal energy and desires.

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What is Point Me To First Class about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A show focused on turning everyday business and personal spending into premium travel via credit card points and miles. Across episodes, listeners hear practical, step-by-step strategies for earning and redeeming points, evaluating card product changes, and optimizing travel for families, solo professionals, and small-business owners. Common threads include family-friendly travel planning, hotel and airline loyalty strategies, live events, and risk-aware decision making when chasing outsized rewards. The host often pairs actionable tactics with real-world anecdotes, guest insights from loyalty and finance experts, and updates on programs and partnerships that affect earning and redemption value. Noteworthy is the emphasis on accessibility f... more

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1. Dr. Michelle Walther
2. Stacey Funt
3. Michael Gandara
4. Jess Field
5. Dr. Alison Curfman
6. Lauren Oschman
7. Dr. Andrea Mabry
8. Laurie Blair

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