Talking Points

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Talking Points episodes

September 04, 2019 TPG Parent Company CEO Ric Elias Describes Surviving The 'Miracle On The Hudson'
Ric Elias, the CEO and co-founder of Red Ventures, is a survivor of the “The Miracle on the Hudson.” He joins Talking Points to share how this near-death experience has shaped the way he runs his business, his role as a father, and his life philosophy. He is also a Puerto Rican native and explains RV’s Forward787 program, an initiative that will bring talent and resources back to the island in a post Hurricane Maria reality.

Related:
Ted Talk: 3 Things I learned While My Plane Crashed
3 Things with Ric Elias podcast

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24 min
August 28, 2019 American Express CMO Behind The Platinum and Gold Cards Reveals 'Customer First' Approach
American Express CMO, Elizabeth Rutledge, joins Brian Kelly on Talking Points. In her 25-plus years with the company, Rutledge has overseen the beloved Platinum and Gold cards, the message behind the brand's M.O., "Powerful Backing." Brian and Elizabeth discuss how Amex is committed to social impact, community building and fostering the next generation...and the story behind their collaboration with Lin-Manuel Miranda.
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25 min
August 21, 2019 Brian Kelly Reveals How to Choose the Right Credit Card and Redeem Chase Ultimate Rewards
This week, join Talking Points on a trip over to Chase’s flagship branch in New York City. JP Morgan’s head of branch banking and wealth management, Pam Codispoti led a conversation with Brian Kelly to find out how he earns and redeems his Ultimate Rewards, and Brian shares tips for those looking to do the same. You’ll also hear a bit about how The Points Guy got its start, TPG's favorite redemption and advice for separating personal and business spend.
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35 min
August 14, 2019 Understanding Your Credit Score, Sign Up Bonuses, and Premium Rewards with TPG's Credit Cards Editor
Tune in for a credit card low-down with TPG's credit card editor Benét Wilson. Wilson's an AvGeek at heart, but she's also a credit card warrior. She explains everything from building your credit and avoiding FAKO scores to choosing the right premium rewards card and identifying the most valuable sign-up bonuses. Plus, she even throws in what she thinks is the number one underdog card.
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38 min
August 07, 2019 Hospitality Icon Danny Meyer on Travel, Tipping and Elevating Business Class Meals on Delta
Meyer details his quest to eliminate tipping — at his own restaurants and beyond, explains how travel influences his "Enlightened Hospitality" M.O., and evaluates the role of technology in the ever-evolving global dining world.
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33 min
July 31, 2019 Maximizing Delta Miles, Award Chart Sweet Spots and Tips for Military Travelers with Richard Kerr
Brian welcomes Richard Kerr as the latest full-time addition to the TPG team. You'll learn all about his new role at The Points Guy, along with some of Richard's favorite points and miles topics, including transferring points to airlines, disputing resort fees, making the most of Delta SkyMiles and where to invest your loyalty if you've had enough of Marriott Bonvoy.
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27 min
July 24, 2019 How to Stay Off the 'Passenger Shaming' Naughty List
Does common sense go out the window when people get on an airplane? We've seen passengers end up in jail for painting their nails, play barefoot footsies and even use the air vent to dry their underpants. There is a place where these passengers can be held up for internet ridicule. On this episode of Talking Points, Brian Kelly — The Points Guy — sits down with Shawn Kathleen "SK", the woman behind the hilarious and cringe-worthy Instagram account Passenger Shaming.

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25 min
July 17, 2019 TPG Hotline: Listener Q&A
Your questions answered! Host Brian Kelly answers your points & miles questions from the TPG Hotline. Callers from all over the US asked: how to watch out for phantom availability; when to choose a co-branded card over a travel rewards card; and the best ways to redeem Avios. Plus, we do a deep dive around LGBTQ travel inquires. If you have a question, give us a call at 1-877-TPG-TRVL
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31 min
July 10, 2019 Sara Nelson: "The World's Most Powerful Flight Attendant"
Sara Nelson explains why she won't fly the 737 MAX, whether she thinks Delta's flight attendants should unionize, and how she fights for workplace equality as the President of the Association of Flight Attendants.
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37 min
July 03, 2019 Randi Zuckerberg on Travel, Tech, and Startup Culture
Zuckerberg shares her career trajectory, experience as a United Airlines Global Services member, and how the travel industry could improve as a whole.
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25 min

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