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Learn all the hacks to upgrade your life, money and travel – all while spending less and saving more. Host Chris Hutchins is a life hacker who has saved millions by breaking down every aspect of life, looking to maximize happiness at the lowest cost. Chris and guests like Tim Ferriss, Tony Hawk, Codie Sanchez and Gary Vaynerchuk will help you learn the strategies and tactics they used to shape their success.
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#161: Yossi Levi (Car Dealership Guy) shares how to get the best deal when buying or selling your car in the today's market. His insights on interest rates, dealerships, and online services will help you navigate buying new vs. used, financing options, trade-ins, negotiations and more.
Entrepreneur Yossi Levi, best known as the internet's viral Car Dealership Guy, is dedicated to sharing transparent insights into the car market. He hosts the Car Dealership Guy Podcast to engage in conversations with prominent industry figures, innovators, and investors. He is also the Founder and CEO of the former online car sales platform Gettacar.
Link to Full Show Notes: https://allthehacks.com/car-dealership-guy
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Resources Mentioned
Car Dealership Guy: Website | Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn | Facebook | Podcast | Newsletter | YouTube
Car Pricing Information: Car Dealership Guy | Cars.com | Leasehackr
Online Buying & Selling Platforms:
The Car Mom
CarEdge
PrivateAuto
CarMax
Carvana
Vroom
Dealership Ratings: DealerRater
Vehicle Acquisition & Appraisals: Accu-Trade
All the Hacks Episode #4: Getting the Best Deal on Your Next Car with LeeAnn Shattuck
Full Show Notes
(02:18) Current Status of the Car Market (Feb 2024)
(04:44) Role of Interest Rates
(06:27) The Evolution of the Dealership System
(11:11) Where to Find Car Pricing Information
(13:21) General Advice for Someone Looking to Buy a Car
(19:01) Buying New vs. Used Cars
(21:03) Insights on Electric Vehicles
(24:00) Current Pricing Assessment of Tesla
(26:25) Long-Term Value Additions
(34:25) Evaluating Dealerships
(36:12) Factors to Consider When Selling a Car
(38:40) How to Sell a Car on Your Own
(40:03) Online Buying & Selling Platforms
(42:39) How to Get a Good Deal with the Right Language
(43:51) 3 Key Tips to Secure the Best Deal
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Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn
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#160: ER physician Dr. Benjamin Jack helps you plan for the most common medical emergencies. He covers what to do and how to decide if it makes sense to go to an ER, urgent care or regular doctor. He also provides expert advice on proactive measures for managing illnesses and emergencies while traveling.
Dr. Benjamin Jack is the founder of Duration Health, the doctor-prescribed medical kit with emergency Rx. He completed his pre-med at John Hopkins University and his MD at Cornell University.
Link to Full Show Notes: https://allthehacks.com/benjamin-jack-medical-emergencies
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Resources Mentioned
Dr. Benjamin Jack: LinkedIn | Duration Health
Free Duration Health Field Guide
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Evidence-based Clinical Resource: UpToDate
Red Cross: CPR Training | AED Training
Full Show Notes
(02:10) How to Evaluate the Type of Care You Need
(03:35) How Do You Know If You're Having an Emergency?
(06:55) Common Medical Emergency Conditions
(07:46) Symptoms of a Stroke
(12:21) How to Use a Thermometer Correctly
(13:49) Pediatric Emergency Symptoms
(14:54) Getting to the ER: Drive or Call an Ambulance?
(15:36) Conditions That Require Quick Treatment But Not ER
(16:36) Testing for Strep
(20:24) What Actually Happens Inside an ER
(23:44) ER Hacks: Do's & Don'ts
(26:15) Chris' Shingles Experience
(28:33) Primary Care vs. Urgent Care vs. ER Care vs. Telehealth
(34:05) The Role of Self Diagnosis
(40:00) Online Sources for Self Diagnosing
(41:47) Handling Medical Emergencies During Travel
(43:55) How Do You Select a Clinic or Type of Care Abroad?
(46:58) Common Travel Sicknesses
(49:03) Treatment for Traveler's Diarrhea
(51:31) Difference Between Primary Care Doctors & Travel Medicine Doctors
(52:04) Vaccine Preventable Diseases
(53:52) The Dangers of Malaria
(59:52) Treating Altitude Illnesses
(1:02:17) Skin Related Infections & Inflammations
(1:05:37) Travel Medical Kits & Shelf Life of Medication
(1:09:36) CPR & Basic First Aid Training
(1:11:17) The Purpose of Duration Health
Connect with All the Hacks
All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email
Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn
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#159: Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Charles Duhigg explores the impact of building habits on our lives and relationships. The episode covers the elements of a habit loop, effective strategies for creating, changing, and redirecting habits, the significance of setting realistic goals and much more. It also dive into ways to utilize the science of conversation and connection to build habits that transform you into a supercommunicator.
Charles Duhigg is the author of The Power of Habit, which spent over three years on New York Times bestseller lists, Smarter Faster Better and most recently Supercommunicators. He currently writes for The New Yorker magazine and is a former columnist and senior editor at The New York Times.
Link to Full Show Notes: https://allthehacks.com/charles-duhigg-habits-supercommunicators
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Resources Mentioned
Charles Duhigg: Website | Email | LinkedIn
The Power of Habit
Supercommunicators
Full Show Notes
(02:41) Elements of a Habit Loop
(06:23) Ways to Create a Habit
(09:01) The Timeline to Build a Habit
(11:02) Ways to Change or Redirect Habits
(18:08) The Cookie Habit
(23:34) Importance of Setting Realistic Habits
(26:43) The Role of Keystone Habits
(31:26) How to Make Rewards Feel More Rewarding
(37:35) Create an Environment to Make the Habit Easier
(39:40) How to Create Effective To-Do Lists
(43:47) The Connection Between Communication & Habits
(47:11) Why There's No Gender Difference in Communication
(48:37) The Best Communication Habit
(53:51) An Example of a Social Conversation
(58:54) Listening During Conflict: Looping for Better Understanding
(1:00:59) Habits of a Good Conversationalist
(1:03:55) The Benefits and Value of Being a Supercommunicator
(1:05:28) Tactics to Become a Supercommunicator
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Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn
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#158: World-renowned brain coach Jim Kwik shares a wealth of hacks to unlock your brain’s full potential. They discuss optimizing your brain diet, identifying your cognitive type, improving retention, mastering stress management, and so much more.
Jim Kwik is an international acclaimed authority & NYT bestselling author in the realm of brain optimization. With more than 30 years of experience, Jim has dedicated his life to helping people tap into their brain’s full potential through various platforms, including Kwik Learning and the Kwik Brain podcast.
Link to Full Show Notes: https://allthehacks.com/jim-kwik-brain-hacks
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Resources Mentioned
Jim Kwik: Website | Podcast | YouTube | Instagram | Kwik Learning
Books: Limitless | Limitless Expanded Edition
Kwik Brain:
Free Brain C.O.D.E. Quiz
Free Brain Nutrition Guide
Episode #14: How To Remember Your DREAMS
Episode #75: Understanding Habit Triggers with James Clear
Episode #88: Eating for Your Brain with Dr. Lisa Mosconi
Episode #182: Tiny Habit to Change Your Life with Dr. BJ Fogg
Episode #303: The Whole Brain Method for Taking Notes
The Motivation Manifesto: 9 Declarations to Claim Your Personal Power
All the Hacks:
Follow on Apple Podcasts
Email for questions, hacks, deals, feedback: podcast@allthehacks.com
Full Show Notes (coming soon)
(02:11) The Bad Memory Myth
(04:15) Two-Pronged Approach to Train Your Brain
(07:47) 4 Cognitive Types (C.O.D.E) To Strengthen Your Brain
(14:49) Techniques Used For Different Cognitive Types
(22:11) Tips For Listeners To Better Comprehend This Episode
(23:24) Ways To Upgrade Your Brain
(26:04) Importance Of A Good Brain Diet (Neuro Nutrition)
(31:19) Killing ANTs (Automatic Negative Thoughts)
(37:43) The Impact of Exercise On Your Brain
(40:34) Brain Nutrients
(41:44) Why You Should Have A Positive Peer Group
(44:37) Why Having A Clean Environment Matters
(45:29) Importance of Optimizing Your Sleep
(49:17) Brain Protection
(49:34) Novelty: Key to Neuroplasticity
(50:44) Managing Your Stress
(52:30) Neurogenerative Diseases
(54:40) Impact of Technology On Brain Health
(1:00:48) Utilizing Technology To Improve Brain Function
(1:05:20) How To Focus on 6 Most Important Things Daily
(1:09:34) Jim's Simple Challenge for All the Hacks Listeners
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#157: Costa Rica expert Javier Echecopar shares the amazing experiences the country has to offer. He provides insider tips for the ideal times to visit, where to find the best beaches, mountains and wildlife, and different adventurous activities like visiting the Arenal volcano. He also offers recommendations for food, unique lodging, the best ways to get around the country, and much more.
Javier Echecopar is a co-founder of Journey Costa Rica, a travel company dedicated to creating high-end travel experiences in Costa Rica. He has over 15 years of experience in luxury adventure travel, including founding his own photography-focused travel company in Chile and 11 years working in multiple positions for Abercrombie & Kent.
Link to Full Show Notes: https://allthehacks.com/javier-echecopar-costa-rica
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Resources Mentioned
Javier Echecopar: Journey Costa Rica | Instagram | LinkedIn
Things to do in San Jose:
Coffee Tours
Sikwa Restaurante
Museo del Oro (Gold Museum)
Museo Nacional de Costa Rica (National Museum)
Costa Rica Domestic Airline: SANSA
Volcano: Arenal Volcano
Tidal Pools: Santa Teresa
Best Wildlife: Osa Peninsula
Sloth Tour: La Perica
Tallest Mountain in Costa Rica: Cerro Chirripó
Hiking Trail: Camino de Costa Rica
Loding:
Unique Experiences: Pacuare | Tabacón
Coffee Farm and Inn + Coffee Tours: Finca Rosa Blanca
Best Eco Lodges: El Remanso | Lapa Rios
Fundación Bosque Vivo
Full Show Notes
(02:02) How to Structure Your Trip to Costa Rica
(06:24) Unique Lodging in Costa Rica
(09:43) Best Times to Visit Costa Rica
(12:24) Misconceptions About Costa Rica
(14:53) The Food in Costa Rica
(16:21) Traveling to Costa Rica with Kids
(19:15) Getting Around Costa Rica: Transport & Guides
(23:19) Flights to Costa Rica
(24:45) Things to Do in San Jose
(27:45) Types of Adventures in Costa Rica
(30:14) How to Spend Time Around the Volcano
(32:23) Beach Lodging
(37:08) Using Taxis in Costa Rica
(39:40) Beach Activities
(40:57) Wildlife in Costa Rica & Osa Peninsula
(45:14) Hiking, Mountains & Waterfalls in Costa Rica
(47:08) Journey Costa Rica
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Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn
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#156: Flight deals expert Zach Resnick and Chris share every way they know to save money booking flights, including hidden city ticketing, VPN arbitrage, travel agents, buddy passes, and more. They also cover their favorite award search tools and share insights into the secret world of buying and selling points and miles.
Zach Resnick is the founder of FlyFlat, a luxury concierge platform that offers great deals on long-haul, international, business and first class tickets.
Link to Full Show Notes: https://allthehacks.com/zach-resnick-flight-deals
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Resources Mentioned
Zach Resnick: Email | Twitter
FlyFlat: $250 off your first ticket | Deals Page | Example Points Optimization Plan
The Points Guy: Battle of the credit card travel portals
Flight Award Search Tools:
seats.aero
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All the Hacks:
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Follow or Subscribe on Apple Podcasts
Email for questions, hacks, deals, feedback: podcast@allthehacks.com
Full Show Notes
(02:28) Biggest Mistakes People Make with Flight Deals
(05:48) Where to Start Your Flight Search
(08:30) Best Timeline to Book Flights
(09:30) Travel Portals
(16:37) The Waterfall Approach to Save Money on Travel
(19:08) Flight Award Search Tools
(26:22) FlyFlat Services
(29:05) Brokering Points
(41:52) What If You Don’t Have Points/Miles but Find Great Deals?
(42:46) Using Gift Cards & Travel Credits
(44:00) Hidden City Ticketing
(53:04) Why You Should Read the Contract of Carriage
(54:10) VPN Arbitrage
(58:13) Consolidators
(1:01:47) Travel Agents & IATA Numbers
(1:04:42) Airline Business Programs
(1:08:24) Buddy Passes
(1:16:13) Utilizing Credit Cards
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Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn
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#155: Entrepreneur Sam Corcos shares the benefits of mastering delegation by leveraging virtual assistants (VAs), and automating tasks. They cover the process of assessing the need for a VA, where to hire them, how to delegate tasks, and ways to overcome challenges associated with working with one. They also discuss the different tools used for optimal communication and productivity.
Sam Corcos is the CEO and co-founder of Levels, an a16z-backed startup that shows you how food affects your health using continuous glucose monitors and other biosensors.
Link to Full Show Notes: https://www.allthehacks.com/sam-corcos-delegation
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Resources Mentioned
Sam Corcos: Levels | Twitter
Virtual Assistant Agencies: Oceans XYZ | Athena | Shepherd
All the Hacks: 10-Step Guide to Finding, Onboarding, and Empowering Your Assistant
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All the Hacks #98: Buy Back Your Time: Get Unstuck, Increase Productivity and Live the Life You Want
Peter Boyce is a People Person
Tools For Optimal Communication & Productivity:
Communication: Loom | Signal Voice | Whisper Memos
ChatGPT with Voice
Notion
Airtable
Slack
Keyboard shortcuts: TextExpander | Alfred | Raycast
GitHub Copilot
Email: Superhuman | Mailman HQ
Zapier
Full Show Notes
(03:29) The Importance & Benefits of Delegation
(07:06) Managing Your Energy: One of the Major Benefits of Delegation
(11:54) Reasons Why Most People Aren't Delegating
(17:15) How to Assess If You Need an Assistant & Find Value
(22:05) Examples of Delegating Tasks
(25:39) How and Where to Hire a VA
(35:47) Working with Assistants in Different Time Zones
(40:07) Hiring a VA for Both Work & Personal Tasks
(48:13) How Much Access Do You Give Your VA
(56:37) Onboarding Assistants
(1:07:23) 80/20 for Optimal Outcome
(1:14:22) Sam's Gratitude Test
(1:20:45) Eigenvector Centrality & Sam's Second Degree Dinners
(1:22:54) Tools for Optimal Communication & Productivity
(1:34:18) Managing & Leveraging Calendars
(1:45:30) Role of AI in Delegation
(1:51:52) Levels & Tracking Your Health Data
(1:56:16) Sam's Alarm Clock Hack
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#154: Entrepreneur Noah Kagan shares tips for launching a 7-figure business in 48 hours. The conversation wealth creation, achieving your freedom number, the importance of pre-selling, lessons from millionaires, the do's and don'ts for effective follow-ups and more.
Noah Kagan is the founder of 7 million-dollar business and is currently the CEO of AppSumo, a company that teaches lessons on how to start a business, grow a business, and improve your marketing. He also has a popular YouTube Channel and was an early employee at Facebook and Mint.
Link to Full Show Notes: https://www.allthehacks.com/noah-kagan-million-dollar-weekend
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Resources Mentioned
Noah Kagan: YouTube | AppSumo
Million Dollar Weekend: Book | Website
Merry Makery Greeting Cards
Stern Pinball
The Artist's Way: A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity
My Body Tutor
All the Hacks Episodes:
#19: Becoming a Better Investor with Andy Rachleff
#40: The Power of Regret, Motivation and Good Timing with Daniel Pink
#118: Unleashing the Power of Kindness, Self-Awareness, and Passion with Gary Vaynerchuk
#151: Master the Skill of Sleep with Mollie Eastman
#130: The Art of Confidence: Find It, Grow It and Use It to Your Advantage with Aziz Gazipura
Full Show Notes
(02:45) Ways to Create Unlimited Wealth
(08:25) Achieving Your Freedom Number
(14:32) The Million Dollar Weekend Business Process
(20:24) Three Ways to Get Business
(23:55) How Pre-Selling Works
(27:36) Why You Need to Find Work You Love
(35:54) Lessons Learned from Millionaires
(39:40) Noah's Daily Routine
(43:38) Entrepreneurship vs. Employment
(48:28) Learning the Skill to Get Going
(58:10) Following Up: Do's & Don'ts
(1:07:14) Learning To Spend
(1:11:02) Goal Setting
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Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn
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#153: Investor and entrepreneur Sahil Bloom returns to discuss how a few powerful Paradoxes, which may seem contradictory or complex at first, can be harnessed to live a more optimized and fulfilling life.
Sahil Bloom is a renowned writer, investor, and advocate for personal growth and financial well-being. His popular weekly newsletter The Curiosity Chronicle provides actionable ideas that help people build a high-performing, healthy, and wealthy life. He is also the founder of SRB Ventures, a curiosity-driven venture fund.
Link to Full Show Notes: https://www.allthehacks.com/sahil-bloom-paradoxes
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Resources Mentioned
Sahil Bloom: Website | Newsletter | Twitter
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The Most Powerful Paradoxes of Life Tweet
Books:
The Book of the Courtier by Baldassare Castiglione
Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman
Pelagic Shark Diving
The Tim Ferriss Show Episode #694: Sam Corcos, Co-Founder of Levels — The Ultimate Guide to Virtual Assistants, 10x Delegation, and Winning Freedom by Letting Go
News from Axios
Haven Saunas
All the Hacks:
Membership
Newsletter
#91: Die With Zero: Net Fulfillment Over Net Worth with Bill Perkins
#139: Think Faster, Talk Smarter and Excel at Spontaneous Conversation with Matt Abrahams
Full Show Notes
(03:24) Sahil’s Viral Twitter Thread About Paradoxes
(08:53) The Advice Paradox
(16:28) The Opportunity Paradox
(25:25) The Talking Paradox
(36:10) The Productivity Paradox
(39:46) The Speed Paradox
(48:40) The Social Media Paradox
(51:33) The News Paradox
(58:03) The Death Paradox
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Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn
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#152: Chris reviews his credit card lineup, sharing insights on what he currently uses, what's on the back burner, and some new additions for 2024. He also shares the best card strategies to optimize points across major spending categories such as dining, groceries, travel, and more.
Link to Full Show Notes: https://www.allthehacks.com/whats-in-my-wallet-2024
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For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals
Resources Mentioned
All the Hacks
All the Hacks Credit Card Page
Card Optimization Tool
Transfer Partner Spreadsheet
Newsletter
Credit Cards
Amazon Prime Rewards Visa Card (5x Amazon)
American Express® Gold Card (4x Dining/Grocery, 3x Flights)
American Express® Green Card (3x Travel)
Bilt Mastercard® (1x Rent, 3x Dining, 2x Travel)
Capital One® Savor® Cash Rewards Credit Card (4x Dining/Entertainment/Streaming, 3x Groceries, 10x Uber)
Capital One® Spark® Cash Plus (2x Everything)
Capital One® Venture X Rewards Credit Card: (2x Everything)
Chase Freedom Flex℠ (5x Rotating Category)
Chase Freedom Unlimited® (3x Dining, 1.5x Everything)
Chase Ink Business Cash® Credit Card (5x Cell Phone/Office Supply)
Chase Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card (3x Travel/Phone/Internet/Cable)
Chase Ink Business Unlimited® Credit Card (1.5x Everything)
Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (3x Dining, 2x Travel)
Chase Sapphire Reserve® (3x Travel/Dining)
Citi Custom Cash℠ Card (5x on Top Spend Category)
Citi Premier® Card (3x Gas/Dining/Groceries/Hotels/Airfare)
Citi® Double Cash Card (2x Everything)
Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card (Free Bags, Companion Cert, 15% Off Awards)
Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card (Free Night, Resort Credit, Diamond Status)
Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card (15 Elite Nights)
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Target RedCard™ (5x Target)
The Platinum Card® by American Express (5x Flights)
U.S. Bank Altitude® Reserve Visa Infinite® Card (3x Mobile Wallet/Travel)
Wells Fargo Autograph℠ Card (3x Dining/Travel/Gas/Transit/Steaming/Cell Phone)
Wyndham Business Earner® Card (8x Gas)
Other Links
Frequent Miler Premium Card Worksheet
The Points Guy: Travel portals and Online travel agencies
Full Show Notes
(01:02) Listener Win
(03:21) 3 Reasons To Have Credit Cards
(05:54) Ways to Review Credit Cards
(07:06) Cards for Dining
(07:56) Cards for Groceries
(08:21) Cards for Travel & Booking on Travel Portals
(11:21) Best Card for Amazon.com
(11:36) Cards for Cell Phone Services
(12:20) Best Card for Costco
(15:31) Cards for the 'Other' Category
(16:54) Cards for Gas
(17:37) Business Cards
(18:32) Two Ways to Determine If a Credit Card Is Worth It
(21:31) Key Takeaways for Chris' Credit Cards
(27:43) What to Do With Cards You Don't Need
(34:42) Evaluating Cards for The Future
(35:19) The Bilt Mastercard®
(39:14) The Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card
(40:12) The Capital One® Savor® Cash Rewards Credit Card
(41:11) The Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card
(41:51) Citi Cards
(43:37) The Wells Fargo Autograph℠ Card
(45:10) The U.S. Bank Altitude® Reserve Visa Infinite® Card
(47:26) 0% APR Cards
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#151: Sleep expert Mollie Eastman shares practical tips to optimize and transform your sleep. She delves into the fundamentals and benefits of quality sleep and explores factors that impact sleep including lighting, temperature, dietary habits, exercise routines and more. She also highlights the importance of sleep technology, including wearable trackers and mattresses.
Mollie Eastman is the creator of Sleep Is A Skill, a company that optimizes people’s sleep through a unique blend of technology, accountability, and behavioral change. She is also the host of The Sleep Is A Skill Podcast.
Link to Full Show Notes: https://www.allthehacks.com/optimizing-sleep-mollie-eastman
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Mollie Eastman: Website | Podcast | Newsletter | Instagram
Episode #073: Dr. Wendy Troxel, Ph.D., Author of Sharing the Covers: Going Beyond A "Sleep Divorce"; Explore How To Get Better Quality Sleep As A Couple - Together Or Separate
Episode #116: Dr. Satchin Panda, Groundbreaking Author, Professor, & Researcher: Top Circadian Rhythms Expert Answers WHEN You Should Eat, Move, & MORE For Great Sleep!
10 Signs Of Unoptimized Sleep
Wearable Sleep Trackers: Oura Ring | WHOOP | Garmin | Biostrap | Muse
At Home Sleep Tests: Lofta | Empower Sleep
Mattresses: Eight Sleep | Chilipad by Sleepme | SleepNumber
Dr. Wendy Troxel’s Book: Sharing the Covers: Every Couple's Guide to Better Sleep
All the Hacks Episode #97: Optimizing Your Health: Diagnostic Tests, Choosing a Doctor, Sleep, Longevity, Inflammation and More with Jordan Shlain MD
Full Show Notes
(02:30) The Fundamentals of Sleep
(08:32) Ways to Estimate the Quality of Your Sleep
(17:10) Why Sleep Is So Important
(18:13) How Many Hours of Sleep Do We Need & How Frequently Do We Need It?
(25:49) Ways to Get the Benefits of Sleeping Without Sleep
(29:19) Learning Sleep as a Skill to Optimize Sleep
(35:44) The Impact of Lighting
(44:07) The Impact of Your Environment: Temperature, Mattress & Pillows
(49:29) Best Sleeping Positions
(52:29) Getting At-Home Sleep Tests
(55:06) The Impact of Screen Time Before Sleep
(58:14) The Impact of Food & Drinks
(1:06:51) The Impact of Exercise
(1:08:08) Tips to Fall Asleep Well
(1:14:52) Sleeping With a Partner
(1:17:25) Using Sleep Trackers & Sleep Technology
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#150: Chris shares his top 10 learnings from the last year of All the Hacks, which include key takeaways for building confidence, valuing your time, learning the skill of spending, being responsible for your health, and much more.
Link to Full Show Notes: https://www.allthehacks.com/2023-takeaways
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Full Show Notes
(02:26) Takeaway #1: Everyone Can Build More Confidence
(06:49) Takeaway #2: Kindness Is So Important
(10:38) Takeaway #3: Value Your Time
(15:03) Takeaway #4: Learn the Skill of Spending
(17:55) Takeaway #5: There Are So Many Paths to Happiness and Success
(19:53) Takeaway #6: We Are Responsible for Our Health
(26:02) Takeaway #7: Eating Well Can Be Much Easier
(29:41) Takeaway #8: You Control Your Life
(33:53) Takeaway #9: Ditch Plan B
(35:53) Takeaway #10: Take Time to Reflect
Episodes Mentioned
#97: Optimizing Your Health: Diagnostic Tests, Choosing a Doctor, Sleep, Longevity, Inflammation and More with Jordan Shlain
#98: Buy Back Your Time: Get Unstuck, Increase Productivity and Live the Life You Want with Dan Martell
#99: Top Ways to Make This Year Amazing and Seven Simple Questions for Your Annual Review with Sahil Bloom
#105: Overcoming Fear, Processing Failure, and Why Having a Plan B Holds You Back with Matt Higgins
#109: Living a Happier Life, Saying No, and Prioritizing Goals with Derek Sivers
#116: Simplify Decision Making, Reduce Stress and Improve Your Life with Sahil Bloom
#118: Unleashing the Power of Kindness, Self-Awareness, and Passion with Gary Vaynerchuk
#119: Building Wealth Through Boring Businesses and Other Contrarian Ways To Live and Invest with Codie Sanchez
#122: Cooking at Home: Delicious Food Made Easy with David Chang
#123: Traveling to Save Money, Betting on Yourself, and Streamlining Life Decisions with Nuseir Yassin
#126: Reduce Stress, Relax Your Mind and Succeed in Meditation Without Really Trying with Light Watkins
#130: The Art of Confidence: Find It, Grow It and Use It to Your Advantage with Aziz Gazipura
#133: Mastering Cash Flow: Tracking Spending to Boost Savings and 10+ Hacks to Spend Less
#139: Think Faster, Talk Smarter and Excel at Spontaneous Conversation with Matt Abrahams
#141: The Spectrum of Financial Independence and Tools to Track Your Progress with Brad Barrett
#145: Fitness and Mental Strength with Robin Arzón
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#149: Disney expert Leslie Harvey shares insider tips for a magical Disney vacation with strategies designed to save time, money, and stress. She offers insights on the best times to visit the Disney parks, top accommodation, best dining spots, and must-see attractions. Leslie also shares tactics to optimize the in-park experience through services like Genie+ and Skyliner, and so much more.
Leslie Harvey is the co-host of the Disney Deciphered Podcast and the founder of Trips With Tykes, a family travel blog dedicated to streamlining the intricacies of journeys with children of all ages. She is also a freelance travel writer whose work has appeared in numerous digital travel publications, including The Points Guy and Lonely Planet.
Link to Full Show Notes: https://allthehacks.com/disney-leslie-harvey
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Leslie Harvey: Podcast | Blog | YouTube | Disneyland with Kids Facebook Group
Disney Deciphered Episode #256 - Genie+ 101: How to Use Genie+ at Walt Disney World
Discount Disney Gift Cards: Expert Tips & Tricks for the Best Deals
Transportation:
Disney Skyliner
Disney Monorail
Minnie Van™ Service Connected by Lyft
Park Hopper Tickets
Disney Genie+
Historical Information: Disney Crowd Calendar | Thrill Data
Restaurant Reservations: Mouse Dining
Places to Stay:
Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin | Walt Disney World Swan Reserve (Marriot)
Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels
Polynesian Village Resort
Caribbean Beach Resort
Pop Century Resort
Art of Animation Resort (Family Suites)
Restaurants with the Best Meals:
Jungle Skipper Canteen (Magic Kingdom Park)
Ohana (Polynesian Village Resort)
Chef Mickey's | Cinderella's Royal Table (Disney World)
Sanaa | Boma Flavors of Africa (Animal Kingdom Lodge)
Restaurants for Adults without Kids:
Napa Rose (Grand Californian Hotel)
Lamplight Lounge At Pixar Pier (California Adventure)
The Dining Room at Victoria & Albert's (Grand Floridian)
Blue Bayou (Disneyland)
Full Show Notes
(02:18) Overview: Disney Parks & Resorts
(06:53) The Pre-Planning Process & Things To Consider
(12:30) Selecting The Best Times To Visit
(15:17) Major Planning Milestones
(19:14) How To Budget For Disney
(23:20) Where to Stay: On Property or Off Property
(29:30) Picking A Disney Park
(36:21) Disney Genie+
(42:26) Ways To Optimize The Disney Experience
(50:39) Under Appreciated & Overhyped Rides
(55:06) Food At Disney
(1:02:29) The VIP Experiences At Disney
(1:07:01) The Epcot Experience
(1:08:27) Disney With Kids
(1:11:27) Things To Pack and Not To Pack For Disney
(1:12:29) Tips For Traveling With Large Groups
(1:15:43) Saving on Disney Souvenirs
(1:19:44) International Disney Parks
(1:21:36) Big Changes Coming To Disney
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#148: charity: water founder Scott Harrison shares how he went from a life of partying in NYC to refocusing everything on building a life and legacy around making a meaningful impact on the world. Scott discusses his ambitions to provide clean water to 100 million people (he's already at 17 million) and shares his advice for evaluating charities. He and Chris also discuss the transformative power of storytelling and other aspects of living a meaningful life.
Scott Harrison is the founder and CEO of charity: water, a global nonprofit organization working to end the water crisis by bringing clean and safe water to people around the world. He is currently a World Economic Forum Young Global Leader and the author of the New York Times Bestselling book Thirst.
Link to Full Show Notes: https://www.allthehacks.com/scott-harrison-charity-water
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charity: water: The Spring
Rachel Beckwith's Legacy Story
Dan Pallotta: TED Talk on Overhead Myth | Uncharitable
Full Show Notes
(01:33) Chris & Amy's charity: water Campaign
(04:40) Scott's Childhood & Background
(12:37) The Transitioning Point for Scott
(21:27) The Formula for a More Fulfilling Life
(25:22) Balancing Selflessness & Selfishness
(28:12) Scott's Outlook on Wealth
(30:55) Charity: Water’s Unique 100% Model
(41:09) Lessons to Build Resilience
(48:45) The Power of Storytelling
(1:01:27) The Financial Impact of Storytelling
(1:08:09) Advice for People Looking for a Cause to Support
(1:16:52) Tips to Track Impact
(1:19:05) Creating a Meaningful Legacy
(1:21:31) The Spring: Monthly Donation Subscription
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#147: Chris and Ankur Nagpal (co-founder of Carry) discuss strategies to save money on taxes. They explore offsetting W2 income, limiting capital gains, some unique investments that help optimize your taxes and more! They also cover tax strategies for current and future business owners.
Ankur Nagpal is the founder and CEO of Carry, which helps empower business owners to build their wealth. He also founded Teachable, an e-learning platform that was acquired for ~$250 million.
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Ankur Nagpal: Twitter | Carry (+ Carry's Free Resources)
Side Hustles For Experts: GLG | Guidepoint
Professional CPAs: Gelt (Skip the waitlist with this link)
Tax Decoding Site: Decode.tax
Interest Tracing Guidelines Tactics: Deloitte Guide | SVB Mortgage Example
Tax Advantaged Solar: Valur
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ATH Episodes:
#144: Leveraging Tax-Advantaged Accounts to Maximize Your Wealth with Katie Gatti Tassin
#92: Year End Checklist for Your Money, Taxes, Points and Miles
#62: Protect Your Family, Mitigate Taxes and Preserve Your Wealth
Full Show Notes
(03:30) Why It's Important to Pay Taxes
(05:00) Basic Context on Taxes
(08:33) Capital Gains for General W2 Income Earners
(14:00) Itemizing Deductions
(20:09) Charitable Deductions
(25:14) Home Energy: Inflation Reduction Act
(27:49) Tax Strategies for Parents
(31:39) Non-Qualified Deferred Compensation Plans (NQDC)
(39:29) Side Hustles for W2 Income Earners
(40:47) Hiring a CPA vs. Doing Taxes on Your Own
(45:39) Using AI to Help with Taxes
(47:05) Tax Code for Personal Real Estate
(53:36) Real Estate Investments
(1:02:17) Tax Incentives for Solar
(1:09:38) Other Investment Tax Strategies
(1:12:29) Qualified Business Income Deduction
(1:22:28) Health Insurance
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#146: Cruise expert Emma Le Teace shares insider tips to optimize your cruising experience. She shares an overview of cruise operators, must-visit regions, practical advice on booking, packing, and making the most of the onboard facilities. She also offers tips on how to book the best deals and avoid hidden costs in cruise travel.
Emma Le Teace is an award-winning cruise blogger, YouTuber and the founder of Emma Cruises. She's been on 60+ cruises, ranging from luxury yachts to mega-ships, and loves sharing cruise tips to help others master the ability to cruise in style on a budget.
Link to Full Show Notes: https://allthehacks.com/emma-cruises
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Emma Le Teace: Website | YouTube | Instagram
Floating Hotel in Japan: Guntu
Website to Search Cruises: Vacations To Go
Founder's Card Program
Frequent Miler Article: How to Get Free Cruises by Gaming Casino Status Matches
Full Show Notes
(02:13) Why You Should Opt for Traveling in Cruises
(03:21) Emma’s Cruising Journey
(04:13) The Cruising Landscape
(09:00) Major Cruise Regions
(13:05) Evaluation Criteria to Consider When Selecting a Cruise
(15:46) Websites to Search for Cruises
(18:34) Best Times to Book Deals
(20:54) Getting Casino Status without Gambling
(23:58) Hidden Costs on Cruises
(29:23) Meeting People on Cruises
(35:35) Cruises to Steer Away From
(38:11) Choosing a Cabin
(40:53) Other Things to Consider When Booking a Cruise
(42:19) Importance of Travel Insurance
(45:29) Visas for Cruises
(48:11) Things to Pack
(50:07) The Food Onboard
(54:06) Onboard Activities & Entertainment
(55:49) Things to Avoid on a Cruise
(56:45) Traveling with Kids
(58:36) Dealing with Seasickness
(1:00:50) Emerging Trends in the Cruise Industry
(1:02:37) Disney Cruises
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#145: Renowned fitness instructor Robin Arzón shares ways to achieve your fitness goals, master your motivation and live the life you want. She covers the fundamentals of fitness training, the importance of recovery, the role of nutrition, and also highlights the importance of building mental strength to stay motivated and committed to your life goals.
Robin Arzón is a former lawyer turned Head Instructor and VP of Fitness Programming at Peloton. She’s an RRCA-certified running coach and ultramarathoner, who has made it her mission to redefine and rethink possibility through movement. Robin is also a two-time New York Times bestseller.
Link to Full Show Notes: https://www.allthehacks.com/fitness-robin-arzon
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Resources Mentioned
Robin Arzón: Website | Instagram | Welcome, Hustler: An Empowerment Journal
December Challenge: #3For31 Challenge
Kelly Starrett: Built to Move: The Ten Essential Habits to Help You Move Freely and Live Fully
James Clear: Atomic Habits
Full Show Notes
(02:12) Robin's Biggest Transformation Lessons
(04:48) Approach to Cardio vs. Strength Training
(09:10) Best Way to Start Strength Training
(10:20) How Important Is Variety in Exercises?
(16:37) Setting Personal Fitness Goals
(18:05) Rest & Recovery
(18:35) Importance of Nutrition
(20:22) Best Timings for Workouts
(21:31) Ways to Self-Motivate
(25:06) #3For31 Challenge
(26:02) Mental Toughness
(31:57) Adapting to Movement When You Have Kids
(34:17) Tactics to Build Mental Toughness
(39:31) How to Enjoy the Process
(41:44) Being in a State of Flow
(44:05) Robin's Journaling Evolution
(45:09) Striking a Balance When There's So Much Going On
(46:26) Robin's Learning Resources
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#144: Katie Gatti Tassin shares her expertise on leveraging tax-advantaged accounts to maximize your income. This crash course covers investment strategies using different types of 401(k)s, IRAs, Roth Conversion Ladders, HSAs, Donor Advised Funds, and much more.
Katie Gatti Tassin is the creator of the Money with Katie blog, podcast, and newsletter, which was acquired by Business Insider’s Morning Brew in 2022. The Money with Katie Show is one of the top finance-related podcasts, boasting 140,000+ listeners per month and 6 million+ lifetime downloads.
Link to Full Show Notes: https://www.allthehacks.com/tax-advantaged-accounts
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Resources Mentioned
Katie Gatti Tassin: Podcast | Newsletter | Instagram
Solo 401(k): Carry (← $500 off Pro)
Bogleheads Article: Tax-efficient Fund Placement
All the Hacks Episodes Covering Donor Advised Funds:
#50: The Power (and Tax Savings) of Charitable Giving
#62: Protect Your Family, Mitigate Taxes and Preserve Your Wealth
Full Show Notes
(05:31) Fundamentals of Tax-Advantaged Investing Accounts
(09:55) Employer Plans: 401(k)
(12:21) Katie's Bread and Butter 401(k) Strategy
(18:07) Employer Account Trade-Offs
(20:29) Misconceptions About 401(k)s
(24:36) Employer Account Fees
(27:26) 401(k) Plan Rollover to New Employer
(28:15) Employer Traditional vs. Roth 401(k)
(36:39) Contribution Limit for a 401(k): Mega Backdoor
(42:30) Retirement Plans: IRAs
(46:57) Backdoor Roth IRA
(50:05) General Strategy for Traditional IRA
(51:43) Roth Conversion Ladder Tactics
(53:08) Dividend Income & Capital Gains
(56:57) Small Business Plans
(1:01:19) Solo 401(k)
(1:09:04) 529s
(1:11:00) Donor Advised Funds
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#143: In this bonus episode, I'll share 50+ of my favorite products, gifts, past purchases and more. Hopefully some of them might make good ideas for gifts this holiday season. Hope you enjoy!
For all the products, links, deals and more, check out the full version of the 2023 Gift Guide here: https://allthehacks.com/gifts
Resources Mentioned
2023 Holiday Gift Guide
All the Hacks Listener Survey
Full Show Notes
(5:54:) Home & Food
(9:47) Tech & Gear
(13:47) Clothing & Bags
(15:44) Health & Fitness
(18:07) Family & Kids
(26:32) Saving Money When You Shop
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#142: Discover essential tips for handling travel mishaps, like flight delays and cancellations, lost luggage, or sold-out hotels and rental cars. This episode covers a range of preventative measures and compensation strategies to use when travel goes awry.
Link to Full Show Notes: https://www.allthehacks.com/when-travel-goes-wrong
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Episodes Mentioned
122: Cooking at Home: Delicious Food Made Easy with David Chang
113: Unlocking the Power of Plastic: Maximizing Your Hidden Credit Card Benefits
110: Travel Smarter, Cheaper and Longer with Nomadic Matt
104: Optimizing Your Insurance Policies (Auto, Home/Renters, Umbrella, Life, Disability, Pet, and Travel)
66: Rental Cars: Saving Money, Avoiding Fees and All the Secret Tricks with Jonathan Weinberg
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Disk Space Analysis: DaisyDisk
Property Appraisal Appeal: Ownwell
Full Show Notes
(02:18) All the Hacks Annual Listener Survey
(04:40) General Tips for When Travel Goes Awry
(06:59) Air Travel: Cancellations & Delays
(11:05) Compensation for Canceled Flights
(13:08) Using Points & Miles to Book Last-Minute Flights
(16:56) Hidden Credit Card Benefits: Flight Delay or Cancellation Insurance
(18:23) How to Handle Checked Baggage When Flights Get Canceled
(20:27) Booking Flights on Same Airline vs. Different Airlines
(23:19) Tips for Lost, Delayed, or Damaged Luggage
(28:16) Hack for When Travel Goes Awry with Kids
(29:02) Canceled Hotel Reservations
(31:07) How to Avoid Being Walked Out of a Hotel
(33:25) All the Hacks Luxury Hotel Upgrade Program
(38:53) Car Rental Cancellations
(40:38) Tips for When Your Car Rental Is Sold Out in Advance
(43:17) Car Rentals Hacks
(44:02) Getting Lost
(44:48) General Travel Tips for the Holiday Season
(47:04) Tips to Get Global Entry Appointments Faster
(47:44) Listener Wins
(49:51) Hack: 0% APR
(52:19) Airline News
(59:44) Bilt
(1:02:41) Random Hacks and Tips
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yes please do the episode about card applications!! How often to apply, how many at once etc.
They really told me to cut Netflix and cook. Idk why I expected more than the obvious.
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