Takeoff: A Points and Miles Podcast by 10xTravel

Points & Miles Unfiltered: Our Most Controversial Hot Takes


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It's time to turn up the heat! In this special hot takes episode, Bryce, Emily, and Travis are dishing out their most unfiltered opinions on points and miles travel, credit card strategies, and everything in between.

 

From questioning the true value of “free night” certificates to debating whether optimizing every point is really worth it, nothing is off-limits. You’ll hear where the crew agrees, where they clash, and where you might want to rethink your entire strategy.

 

This spicy episode will challenge your points and miles assumptions—and probably give you a good laugh along the way. Tune in, and let us know your own hot takes on YouTube or Instagram!

 

In this episode:

00:00 Introduction and Greetings

01:48 Diving into Unconventional Takes

12:40 Category Spend Optimization Debate

23:53 Inconveniences in Points and Miles Travel

31:34 Travis's Hot Take on Point Hoarding

35:23 The Risks of Point Hoarding

40:54 Psychological Aspects of Point Hoarding

44:39 Bryce's Second Hot Take: Valuing Points and Miles

52:38 Emily's Second Hot Take: Free Night Certificates

56:55 Travis's Controversial Take on Flexible Pricing

01:02:39 Lightning Round of Hot Takes

01:04:07 Engaging with the Audience

01:04:31 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

 

 

Links and Resources from this Episode:

Top Five Credit Myths Debunked

Best Cards for Bonus Categories April Through June 2025

Three Types of Points: Which One Should You Prioritize?

Take Our Free Points and Miles Course

Our Best Credit Cards List (Updated Monthly)

My10x: Manage your points and miles in one place

10xTravel+: Upgrade your travel by becoming a member today

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