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In dieser Folge habe ich mit vier Member unserer No-Code Slack Community gesprochen. Es ging um das anstehende Jahr und das, was sie sich von der No-Code Welt in diesem Jahr wünschen.Außerdem ging es viel um die Synergien von No-Code KI bzw. ob KI No-Code sogar überflüssig macht.Falls du noch nicht in unserer Slack Community bist, dann hier lang: https://go.visualmakers.de/slack-communityMeine vier Gäste waren:Jan Bock: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jan-bock/Jan Siebert: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janschulzesiebert/Luisa Marie Gebel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luisa-marie-gebel-470305225/Moritz Drescher: https://www.linkedin.com/in/moritz-h-drescher/Links zur Folge:Tool der Woche - Lovable: https://www.visualmakers.de/tool/lovableAlex baut eine SaaS App in 30 Minuten: https://youtu.be/hIKC4dmQ_jQMake Sleep Modul Workaround: https://go.visualmakers.de/make-sleep-workaroundXano Generator: https://www.xano.com/generator//// Gefällt dir unser VisualMakers Content? Werde selbst zum VisualMaker mit einem unserer vielen kostenlosen Kurse. Starte jetzt durch und werde No-Code Profi:https://go.visualmakers.de/fundamentals/// Werde Teil der größten deutschsprachigen No-Code Community: Slack: https://go.visualmakers.de/slack-community/// Folge uns auf LinkedIn:https://go.visualmakers.de/linkedinYoutube: https://go.visualmakers.de/youtubeInstagram: https://go.visualmakers.de/instagram

Ben Matthews is a general partner at Night Ventures, an early-stage consumer VC fund, focused on culture, community, and creators. They have partnered with some of the most famous people on the internet including Mr. Beast, Kai Cenat, and Hasan Piker.In this episode of DTC Pod, Ben and Blaine discuss:Lessons from incubating and investing in early-stage consumer companiesThe key elements of successful talent-driven brands, including audience fit and long-term commitmentChoosing the right business opportunities based on market potential and operational feasibilityStructuring effective partnerships between creators, operators, and investorsThe future of TikTok and emerging monetization avenues for content creatorsInteract with other DTC experts and access our monthly fireside chats with industry leaders on DTC Pod Slack.On this episode of DTC Pod, we cover:1. Business Launch and Growth2. Talent-Driven Brands3. Challenges in Creator Partnerships4. Creator-Audience Relationship5. Employment Trends and AI Impact6. Content Commerce Trends7. TikTok's Future and Market Impact8. Elements of Business Success9. Incentive Structure in Partnerships10. Importance of Having an Audience11. Monetization Opportunities for CreatorsTimestamps00:00 Ben Matthew's background and Night Ventures06:05 Building business with talent: the case of Mr. Beast10:54 What works in creator-brand partnerships15:25 Picking the right talent to represent a brand19:42 Picking the right business and products23:01 Incubating early-stage consumer companies30:07 Investing in early-stage consumer companies33:03 Future trends in the creator-commerce space35:19 Future trends in the content creator landscapeShow notes powered by CastmagicPast guests & brands on DTC Pod include Gilt, PopSugar, Glossier, MadeIN, Prose, Bala, P.volve, Ritual, Bite, Oura, Levels, General Mills, Mid Day Squares, Prose, Arrae, Olipop, Ghia, Rosaluna, Form, Uncle Studios & many more.  Additional episodes you might like:• #175 Ariel Vaisbort - How OLIPOP Runs Influencer, Community, & Affiliate Growth• #184 Jake Karls, Midday Squares - Turning Your Brand Into The Influencer With Content• #205 Kasey Stewart: Suckerz- - Powering Your Launch With 300 Million Organic Views• #219 JT Barnett: The TikTok Masterclass For Brands• #223 Lauren Kleinman: The PR & Affiliate Marketing Playbook• ​​​​#243 Kian Golzari - Source & Develop Products Like The World's Best Brands-----Have any questions about the show or topics you'd like us to explore further?Shoot us a DM; we'd love to hear from you.Want the weekly TL;DR of tips delivered to your mailbox?Check out our newsletter here.Projects the DTC Pod team is working on:DTCetc - all our favorite brands on the internetOlivea - the extra virgin olive oil & hydroxytyrosol supplementCastmagic - AI Workspace for ContentFollow us for content, clips, giveaways, & updates!DTCPod InstagramDTCPod TwitterDTCPod TikTok  Ben Matthews - General Partner at Night VenturesBlaine Bolus - Co-Founder of CastmagicRamon Berrios - Co-Founder of Castmagic

Unlocking Your Inner Magic: Overcome Stuckness with Internal Family SystemsHey friends! In this episode, Certified Life and Career Coach Emily Liou dives into the feeling of being 'stuck' and how the Internal Family Systems (IFS) approach can help us move past that feeling.By understanding our internal parts - those conflicting thoughts and emotions - Emily uses practical examples to show how IFS, designed by Richard Schwartz, views the mind as a family with each part playing a role. She discusses overcoming internal battles, healing old wounds, and connecting with our protective parts to achieve big dreams.Emily introduces her 'Inner Magic Program,' a journey of self-awareness, emotional release, and aligned action, aiming to help you heal, regulate your nervous system, and step into your authentic self with confidence. Tune in to redefine your beliefs, release fears, and unlock your true potential.********TIME STAMPS:00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview00:30 Personal Update and Acknowledgment03:01 Understanding Stuckness and Internal Family Systems05:30 Exploring Internal Family Systems (IFS)08:42 Practical Example of Stuckness10:42 Understanding Firefighter Parts11:14 The Role of Exiles11:43 IFS: A Powerful Solution12:35 Mapping Out Our Parts13:11 Client's Journey to Unstuck15:29 Invitation to Inner Magic Program17:43 Program Details and Benefits21:17 Final Thoughts and Enrollment Information********LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEEnroll in Inner Magic by November 1: www.cutlivitae.com/inner-magicJoin the Slack Community: https://join.slack.com/t/cultivateyourlife/shared_invite/zt-2mgo488tj-Fr8OnXjYy~mszdZzrwUZWARELATED EPISODES:Ep. 003: How to Find Your Life Purpose w/ Rachel EastEp. 011: The Zero Sum Game vs. Infinite Sum GameEp. 015: How to Pursue Your BIG DreamsEp. 025: The 9 patterns keeping you stuck from your dream life and career

Rob Schutz is the co-founder of the unicorn Ro, a healthcare company that initially offered ED medications and later expanded into other products and services for sexual health, weight loss, fertility, hair, and skin. Prior to Ro, Rob was instrumental in the exponential growth of BARK/BarkBox, a now prominent subscription service for dog products. Currently, at Snagged.com, he is focused on helping businesses acquire premium domain names and digital assets.In this episode of the DTC POD, Rob shares valuable insights into the growth strategies that have contributed to the success of both BARK/BarkBox and Ro. He discusses the importance of focusing on core, consistent marketing channels such as paid search, paid social, and email, while also allocating a separate budget for testing and exploring new, experimental strategies and channels.Rob offers practical advice for founders and marketers, stressing the need to plan for scale, set and clearly communicate priorities, foster strong relationships between growth and marketing leaders, and structure teams effectively as the company experiences rapid growth. He also shares his expertise in domain brokerage, discussing strategies for acquiring and negotiating domain names to help build strong brand identities.Interact with other DTC experts and access our monthly fireside chats with industry leaders on DTC Pod Slack.On this episode of DTC Pod, we cover:1. DTC Marketing Strategies2. Optimizing Marketing Budget3. Testing Marketing Channels4. Digital Marketing Challenges5. Building and Structuring Teams6. Importance of Domain NamesTimestamps00:00 Rob Schutz's DTC experience: BARK/BarkBox, Ro, Snagged.com07:37 Process of acquiring domain names11:10 Why Rob Schutz founded Snagged.com14:28 From User Acquisition Manager to VP of Growth at BARK/BarkBox16:27 Lessons from BARK/BarkBox's growth journey20:56 Strategies for choosing and testing growth channels26:09 Transitioning from BARK/BarkBox to Ro29:00 Challenge with digital performance platforms in the early days of Ro31:33 Rolling out Ro's ED medication state-by-state, launching other products35:47 Planning for scale around high quality of care35:51 Iterations around how to structure the team as Ro scaled41:47 Rob Schutz's advice to founders46:35 Sports sponsorship as a performance channel48:10 Snagged.com's domain servicesShow notes powered by CastmagicPast guests & brands on DTC Pod include Gilt, PopSugar, Glossier, MadeIN, Prose, Bala, P.volve, Ritual, Bite, Oura, Levels, General Mills, Mid Day Squares, Prose, Arrae, Olipop, Ghia, Rosaluna, Form, Uncle Studios & many more.  Additional episodes you might like:• #175 Ariel Vaisbort - How OLIPOP Runs Influencer, Community, & Affiliate Growth• #184 Jake Karls, Midday Squares - Turning Your Brand Into The Influencer With Content• #205 Kasey Stewart: Suckerz- - Powering Your Launch With 300 Million Organic Views• #219 JT Barnett: The TikTok Masterclass For Brands• #223 Lauren Kleinman: The PR & Affiliate Marketing Playbook• ​​​​#243 Kian Golzari - Source & Develop Products Like The World's Best Brands-----Have any questions about the show or topics you'd like us to explore further?Shoot us a DM; we'd love to hear from you.Want the weekly TL;DR of tips delivered to your mailbox?Check out our newsletter here.Projects the DTC Pod team is working on:DTCetc - all our favorite brands on the internetOlivea - the extra virgin olive oil & hydroxytyrosol supplementCastmagic - AI Workspace for ContentFollow us for content, clips, giveaways, & updates!DTCPod InstagramDTCPod TwitterDTCPod TikTok  Rob Schutz - Co-Founder of Ro and Founder of Snagged.comBlaine Bolus - Co-Founder of CastmagicRamon Berrios - Co-Founder of Castmagic

Christopher Hunter is a seasoned entrepreneur best known for creating Four Loko, a caffeinated alcoholic beverage that caused a stir across college campuses and beyond. Currently, he serves as the CEO of Koia, a leading plant-based protein drink company that has achieved over $100 million in annual retail sales nationwide. In this episode of DTC Pod, we uncover tactics for rapid growth in the CPG space. Christopher highlights the importance of adapting to market shifts and consumer demands, which steered his brand from a costly initial direct-to-consumer model to a more sustainable retail focus, eventually re-introducing multi-packs for platforms like Instacart and launching shelf-stable products on Amazon. With Koia now available in approximately 30,000 retail locations—including a recent nationwide partnership with Starbucks—Christopher reflects on the brand's product development and scale-up process.Shop Koia on Amazon.Interact with other DTC experts and access our monthly fireside chats with industry leaders on DTC Pod Slack.On this episode of DTC Pod, we cover:1. Startup Challenges and Solutions2. Retail Partnerships and Scaling3. Adaptation to Regulations4. Four Loko's Market Evolution5. Koya's Strategic Growth6. Distribution and Manufacturing Strategies7. Direct-to-Consumer Shifts and TrendsTimestamps01:48 Christopher Hunter's background, how Four Loko and Koia started07:14 From managing Phusion Projects to investing in Raw Nature 5 to creating Koia09:28 How a partnership helped launch and scale Koia12:12 Troubleshooting initial production challenges at Koia14:41 Starting with natural retailers, then going to specialty and conventional ones17:23 The evolution of Koia's supply chain and operations19:57 Moving from DTC to retail, addressing customer requests, discovering an opportunity to sell on Amazon22:22 Expectations for Koia's launch on Amazon, looking at product competition25:41 Lessons learned from Four Loko, product iteration and scaling31:16 Dealing with government agencies, building a solid business foundation33:56 Consumer research and how it factors in making business decisions like product line expansionShow notes powered by CastmagicPast guests & brands on DTC Pod include Gilt, PopSugar, Glossier, MadeIN, Prose, Bala, P.volve, Ritual, Bite, Oura, Levels, General Mills, Mid Day Squares, Prose, Arrae, Olipop, Ghia, Rosaluna, Form, Uncle Studios & many more.  Additional episodes you might like:• #175 Ariel Vaisbort - How OLIPOP Runs Influencer, Community, & Affiliate Growth• #184 Jake Karls, Midday Squares - Turning Your Brand Into The Influencer With Content• #205 Kasey Stewart: Suckerz- - Powering Your Launch With 300 Million Organic Views• #219 JT Barnett: The TikTok Masterclass For Brands• #223 Lauren Kleinman: The PR & Affiliate Marketing Playbook• ​​​​#243 Kian Golzari - Source & Develop Products Like The World's Best Brands-----Have any questions about the show or topics you'd like us to explore further?Shoot us a DM; we'd love to hear from you.Want the weekly TL;DR of tips delivered to your mailbox?Check out our newsletter here.Projects the DTC Pod team is working on:DTCetc - all our favorite brands on the internetOlivea - the extra virgin olive oil & hydroxytyrosol supplementCastmagic - AI Workspace for ContentFollow us for content, clips, giveaways, & updates!DTCPod InstagramDTCPod TwitterDTCPod TikTok  Christopher Hunter - Co-Founder of Phusion Projects and KoiaBlaine Bolus - Co-Founder of CastmagicRamon Berrios - Co-Founder of Castmagic

If you enjoy the podcast, I hope you'll take a moment to leave us a rating. That helps us grow our audience! Watch us on YouTube! How long is too long on a 737? Richard and Ed disagree on whether they would fly one of the longest routes on a 737. Vasu Raja is out at American Airlines amidst a rocky road ahead for the airline. Ed recaps his recent stay at Chicago Athletic Association, a historic Hyatt property in downtown Chicago. He also walked through Fontainebleau, the newest casino resort in Vegas and offers his first impressions. Lastly, they wrap up the show answering a question from the Slack Community about whether AAA rates at hotel qualify for elite status. If you're looking for a way to support the show, we'd love to have you join us in our Travel Slack Community.  Join me and other travel experts for informative conversations about the travel world, the best ways to use your miles and points, Zoom happy hours and exciting giveaways. Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month. See More: https://milestogo.boardingarea.com/ Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/milestogopodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@milestogopodcast Ed Pizza: https://www.instagram.com/pizzainmotion/ Richard Kerr: https://www.instagram.com/kerrpoints/

The cast recaps the 3rd annual Think Games Istanbul Summit hosted by Google and Deconstructor of Fun. See the link below to register and watch the recorded sessions. The team tackles new news from Epic being allowed on iOS in the EU to Discord's new game SDK to the state of startups in Finland. Also, the cast appears on a data.ai state of mobile webinar. Check it out here https://go.data.ai/state-of-mobile-gaming-webinar-2024/ Apply to join the Slack Community and get the DoF weekly newsletter. https://www.deconstructoroffun.com/slack Event links Think Games Istanbul: https://adsonair.withgoogle.com/events/think-games-istanbul-2024 Jen's GDC roundtable https://schedule.gdconf.com/session/lgbtq-executive-and-entrepreneurship-and-allies-roundtable/903078 Hosts: Michail Katkoff @mkatkoff ⁠⁠www.linkedin.com/in/michailkatkoff/⁠⁠ Eric Kress @ekress ⁠⁠www.linkedin.com/in/erickress/⁠⁠ Laura Taranto @laurataranto ⁠⁠www.linkedin.com/in/laurataranto/⁠⁠ Phillip Black @econosopher ⁠⁠www.linkedin.com/in/phillip-black-economist/⁠⁠ Jen Donahoe @Jen_Donahoe ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferdonahoe/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deconstructoroffun/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deconstructoroffun/support

If you enjoy the podcast, I hope you'll take a moment to leave us a rating. That helps us grow our audience! Watch us on YouTube! We're talking about Marriott's big credit card bonuses this week.   Hyatt has released their award chart changes for 2024.    Bilt has a new benefit for Platinum members.   And, Cap One Venture X has a new 5X earning category. If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month.

Jen, Kress, Laura, and Phil continue with the food puns analogies and decide if Apple Arcade is rotting after a mobilegamer.biz article. Also, the cast praises Unity for its newfound transparency, hits some of the Nintendo Direct Highlights (which aren't that high), keeps taking layoffs, and uncovers Playtika's new strategy. Apply to join the Slack Community. https://www.deconstructoroffun.com/slack Event links to apply or register: Think Games Istanbul: https://adsonair.withgoogle.com/events/think-games-istanbul-2024 GDC Beta Hat & DoF Pre-Game Party March 17 - ⁠https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSceighlzx-X0Khv2NMmJom29dtWhAsEpros-1xhBCNQfIqqAA/viewform⁠ Xsolla, DoF, Mattel Party March 19: https://events.xsolla.com/gamenightgdc2024 DoF, AppsFlyer, Data.ai Brunch March 19: http://dataai-gdc-brunch.splashthat.com/DoF Hosts: Michail Katkoff @mkatkoff ⁠www.linkedin.com/in/michailkatkoff/⁠ Eric Kress @ekress ⁠www.linkedin.com/in/erickress/⁠ Laura Taranto @laurataranto ⁠www.linkedin.com/in/laurataranto/⁠ Phillip Black @econosopher ⁠www.linkedin.com/in/phillip-black-economist/⁠ Jen Donahoe @Jen_Donahoe ⁠www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferd⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deconstructoroffun/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deconstructoroffun/support

If you enjoy the podcast, I hope you'll take a moment to leave us a rating. That helps us grow our audience! Watch us on YouTube! Richard is back from overseas and we're breaking down his MSC cruise.  Bilt Rewards is offering up their own bracket for March Madness.....and you can redeem points for Final Four tix! Ed notches his 49th state, he and Richard compare notes on speakeasy visits. And, airlines are raising checked bag fees.  Will Richard's head explode? If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month.

If you enjoy the podcast, I hope you'll take a moment to leave us a rating. That helps us grow our audience! Clint Henderson joins the show while Richard is off galavanting in Europe. He just got off a Starlux flight from Taipei and he shares his initial thoughts.   Clint also wants to defend recent Delta AMEX changes, and we can't wait. We also review Bilt Milestone Rewards and the recent bad news that Hyatt is losing their partnership with Small Luxury Hotels of the World. If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month.

If you enjoy the podcast, I hope you'll take a moment to leave us a rating. That helps us grow our audience! No, Richard didn't get Bonvoyed.  But, Ed is wishing Richard farewell as he heads out for a European cruise.  Ed and Richard are doing a deep dive into the Hilton Honors program in response to a listener e-mail.  They're discussing elite status, benefits, credit cards and the overall value proposition of the Hilton Honors program. If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month.

If you enjoy the podcast, I hope you'll take a moment to leave us a rating. That helps us grow our audience! Richard and Ed are joined by Julian Kheel, founder of Points Path. Points Path is a free Google Chrome extension that helps you figure out if it's better to pay cash for your next flight or redeem miles.  It's free to download and free to use. The Delta AMEX credit card portfolio has been scrambled like a good plate of eggs.  The gang tries to make sense of it. And, Frontier has announced business fares.  Are these actually helpful to business travelers? If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month.

If you enjoy the podcast, I hope you'll take a moment to leave us a rating. That helps us grow our audience! A big thanks to our sponsor, Thrifty Traveler Premium!  Use the code GO10 to save $10 off your first year of Thrifty Traveler Premium.  They'll help take the hassle out of finding great award flights by sending the best deals right to your inbox.  You can choose what airports you want to see deals from and you can see cheap paid flights as well! If you'd like to win a free year of Thrifty Traveler Premium, just subscribe to our YouTube channel and send us a screenshot of your subscription for a chance to win.  You can send that to ed@pizzainmotion.com, text it to 571-293-6659 or DM Ed on social media (@pizzainmotion on Twitter, FB and Instagram).  You can also earn extra chances to win by joining our Slack commmunity (more info on that below). Richard and I are joined by Seth Miller of paxex.aero and Dots, Lines and Destinations. We're discussing the government stepping in to block the JetBlue merger with Spirit and the knock-on effects.  There's a real possibility an airline files bankruptcy this fall, and the failure of this merger is a contributing factor. Seth is also weighing in on Alaska and Hawaiian merger, American Airlines new flight to Japan and why United is a bit excited about Guam.  If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month.

If you enjoy the podcast, I hope you'll take a moment to leave us a rating. That helps us grow our audience! A big thanks to our sponsor, Thrifty Traveler Premium!  Use the code GO10 to save $10 off your first year of Thrifty Traveler Premium.  They'll help take the hassle out of finding great award flights by sending the best deals right to your inbox.  You can choose what airports you want to see deals from and you can see cheap paid flights as well! If you'd like to win a free year of Thrifty Traveler Premium, just subscribe to our YouTube channel and send us a screenshot of your subscription for a chance to win.  You can send that to ed@pizzainmotion.com, text it to 571-293-6659 or DM Ed on social media (@pizzainmotion on Twitter, FB and Instagram).  You can also earn extra chances to win by joining our Slack commmunity (more info on that below). Richard takes a swing (and a big miss) at Airbnb. Marriott announces MGM partnership details.  Richard and Ed are underwhelmed. The government blocks the JetBlue/Spirit merger. If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month.

If you enjoy the podcast, I hope you'll take a moment to leave us a rating. That helps us grow our audience! A big thanks to our sponsor, Thrifty Traveler Premium!  Use the code GO10 to save $10 off your first year of Thrifty Traveler Premium.  They'll help take the hassle out of finding great award flights by sending the best deals right to your inbox.  You can choose what airports you want to see deals from and you can see cheap paid flights as well! If you'd like to win a free year of Thrifty Traveler Premium, just subscribe to our YouTube channel and send us a screenshot of your subscription for a chance to win.  You can send that to ed@pizzainmotion.com, text it to 571-293-6659 or DM Ed on social media (@pizzainmotion on Twitter, FB and Instagram).  You can also earn extra chances to win by joining our Slack commmunity (more info on that below). There's still time to donate to our Pinky Swear fundraiser.  Check out this episode if you want to learn more. We ran out of time last week to discuss Ed's credit card strategy for 2024 so we're digging into it now.  We're also talking about the newest 737 MAX issue and how Richard's comments about the MAX really didn't age well. Lastly, the Capital One Venture X is losing a key benefit in 2023.  Was it valuable or is this a nothing burger? If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month. Hope you enjoy the show!

A big thanks to our sponsor, Thrifty Traveler Premium!  Use the code GO10 to save $10 off your first year of Thrifty Traveler Premium.  They'll help take the hassle out of finding great award flights by sending the best deals right to your inbox.  You can choose what airports you want to see deals from and you can see cheap paid flights as well! There's still time to donate to our Pinky Swear fundraiser.  Check out last week's episode if you want to learn more. Summer and Julian are back with us this week.  We're discussing loyalty program changes, elite status and everyone's credit card picks for 2024.  We're all over the place in this episode filled with laughter and good advice to tackle the new year. If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month.

A big thanks to our sponsor, Thrifty Traveler Premium!  Use the code GO10 to save $10 off your first year of Thrifty Traveler Premium.  They'll help take the hassle out of finding great award flights by sending the best deals right to your inbox.  You can choose what airports you want to see deals from and you can see cheap paid flights as well! There's still time to donate to our Pinky Swear fundraiser.  Check out last week's episode if you want to learn more. Richard and Ed are looking ahead to 2024 and trying to figure out what the year looks like for them from an elite status standpoint.  Will Richard actually stick with an airline?  Is Ed really going to give United another really big check?  Are these two guys really this crazy?  If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month.

 It's time to recap 2023 from a travel perspective for both Richard and Ed.  We're going over all the stats from the past year, the good, the bad and the ugly. We're also recapping the incredible AirFrance deal that ended up dying for most folks. And, we've got a great matching opportunity if you're looking to donate to a great cause.  We're joined by Erica Campbell, the CEO of Pinky Swear, an incredible organization originally conceptualized by an entrepenuerial 9-year old.  Listen to Erica tell us more about the mission of Pinky Swear. One of our listeners, Corey, will be matching the first $500 in donations to our fundraiser.  On top of that, Miles To Go is also matching the first $500 in donations.  Help us max out our donations this year! DONATION LINK If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month. A big thanks to our sponsor, Thrifty Traveler Premium!  Use the code GO10 to save $10 off your first year of Thrifty Traveler Premium.  They'll help take the hassle out of finding great award flights by sending the best deals right to your inbox.  You can choose what airports you want to see deals from and you can see cheap paid flights as well! And, Thrifty Traveler Premium is why I had a 3-hour head start on the best deal of 2023.  AirFrance was offering business class seats for 13,500 miles one-way. And, then it got even better when the seats were 1,500 miles one-way.  Sadly, many of the reservations got canceled.  Did your booking survive?

A big thanks to our sponsor, Thrifty Traveler Premium!  Use the code GO10 to save $10 off your first year of Thrifty Traveler Premium.  They'll help take the hassle out of finding great award flights by sending the best deals right to your inbox.  You can choose what airports you want to see deals from and you can see cheap paid flights as well! And, Thrifty Traveler Premium is why I had a 3-hour head start on the best deal of 2023.  AirFrance was offering business class seats for 13,500 miles one-way. And, then it got even better when the seats were 1,500 miles one-way.  Richard and Ed are also breaking down their Disney World trips from last week. If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month.

Jesse shares 10 things he's going to do next year to have his biggest year yet in Sales. SPONSORS: • Surfe (Connect your CRM with LinkedIn in 60 seconds) - https://www.surfe.com?fpr=ssp use this link with promo code JWSURFE5 for a 5% discount on your first year CONNECT WITH JESSE: • Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessewoodbury/ • Twitter: https://twitter.com/jessewoodbury • Website: https://jessewoodbury.com/ HELP GROW SSP: • Join the Slack Community: https://launchpass.com/saas_sales_players • Subscribe! • Leave a rating, write a review and share • Ask about 1:1 performance and career coaching with Jesse • Check out the above sponsors, it's the best way to support the show GUEST HIGHLIGHTS: Ian Koniak, Brandon Fluharty, Scott Leese, Jamal Reimer, Jen Allen-Knuth, Andy Paul, Collin Mitchell, Rafael Figueroa, Tim Zielinski, Christian Banach, Rajiv 'RajNATION' Nathan, Belal Batrawy, Christine Rogers, Chris Beall, Dustin Brown, Patrick Baynes, Jeroen Corthout, Nate Nasralla, Gabe Lullo, Vince Beese

A big thanks to our new sponsor, Thrifty Traveler Premium!  Use the code GO10 to save $10 off your first year of Thrifty Traveler Premium.  They'll help take the hassle out of finding great award flights by sending the best deals right to your inbox.  You can choose what airports you want to see deals from and you can see cheap paid flights as well! Ed and Richard are joined by Jared Kamrowski, the founder of Thrifty Traveler.  We're talking about the value of a Thrifty Traveler Premium subscription, new features as well as Richard and Ed's favorite features. Jared sticks around to share his thoughts with the guys on the surprising announcement that Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines are merging.  What does this mean for travelers? If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month.

A big thanks to our new sponsor, Thrifty Traveler Premium!  Use the code GO10 to save $10 off your first year of Thrifty Traveler Premium.  They'll help take the hassle out of finding great award flights by sending the best deals right to your inbox.  You can choose what airports you want to see deals from and you can see cheap paid flights as well! Richard and Ed are breaking down all of the recent Hyatt changes.  Milestone Rewards become much more valuable and Hyatt adds tons of flexibility to transfer/gift these benefits to others. Ed is also recapping two Hyatt properties in Chicago, Park Hyatt Chicago and Chicago Athletic Association. Lastly, Ed announces that he's giving away a free 1-year United Club membership to a lucky member of the Slack community.  You still have time to join! If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month.

  A big thanks to our new sponsor, Thrifty Traveler Premium!  Use the code GO10 to save $10 off your first year of Thrifty Traveler Premium.  They'll help take the hassle out of finding great award flights by sending the best deals right to your inbox.  You can choose what airports you want to see deals from and you can see cheap paid flights as well! Richard and Ed are recapping Black Friday and the deals (or lack of deals) they took advantage of. They also discuss how to earn at least 10 points per dollar on dining using any credit card and 16 points if you have the Bilt Mastercard as part of a special promotion this month.  Finally, Ed and Richard are both a little surprised that Southwest is offering lounge access to some of their customers. If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month.

Vince Beese is the Founder of Sales HQ. In this episode, he shares his vision for a dynamic community tailored for high-performing sellers and sales teams. He also shares insights on his career as a rep and leader in high-growth companies such as: LivePerson, Experian, SugarCRM & Meta. SPONSORS: • Surfe (Connect your CRM with LinkedIn in 60 seconds) - https://www.surfe.com?fpr=ssp use this link with promo code JWSURFE5 for a 5% discount on your first year EPISODE LINKS: • Connect with Vince on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vbeese/ • Sign up for Sales HQ: https://www.saleshq.co/ CONNECT WITH JESSE: • Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessewoodbury/ • Twitter: https://twitter.com/jessewoodbury • Website: https://jessewoodbury.com/ HELP GROW SSP: • Join the Slack Community: https://launchpass.com/saas_sales_players • Subscribe! • Leave a rating, write a review and share • Ask about 1:1 performance and career coaching with Jesse • Check out the above sponsors, it's the best way to support the show GUEST HIGHLIGHTS: Ian Koniak, Brandon Fluharty, Scott Leese, Jamal Reimer, Jen Allen-Knuth, Andy Paul, Collin Mitchell, Rafael Figueroa, Tim Zielinski, Christian Banach, Rajiv 'RajNATION' Nathan, Belal Batrawy, Christine Rogers, Chris Beall, Dustin Brown, Patrick Baynes, Jeroen Corthout, Nate Nasralla, Gabe Lullo, Vince Beese

A big thanks to our new sponsor, Thrifty Traveler Premium!  Use the code GO10 to save $10 off your first year of Thrifty Traveler Premium.  They'll help take the hassle out of finding great award flights by sending the best deals right to your inbox.  You can choose what airports you want to see deals from and you can see cheap paid flights as well! Richard and Ed are recapping the recently announced Alaska Airlines changes.  These changes represent a massive shift in how listeners can get value from the Alaska Airlines program in the future. Ed is also recapping his time in Lisbon and London including a stop at the Great Scotland Yard hotel. And, apparently, Richard and Ed are dressing alike.  Why aren't you watching the shenanigans? If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month.

David Chevalier is the Co-Founder & CEO of Surfe. He shares how he built the company, raised capital and how he plans to change the way sellers build pipeline. SPONSORS: • Surfe (Connect your CRM with LinkedIn in 60 seconds) - https://www.surfe.com?fpr=ssp use this link with promo code JWSURFE5 for a 5% discount on your first year EPISODE LINKS: • https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-maurice-chevalier/ CONNECT WITH JESSE: • Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessewoodbury/ • Twitter: https://twitter.com/jessewoodbury • Website: https://jessewoodbury.com/ HELP GROW SSP: • Join the Slack Community: https://launchpass.com/saas_sales_players • Subscribe! • Leave a rating, write a review and share • Ask about 1:1 performance and career coaching with Jesse • Check out the above sponsors, it's the best way to support the show GUEST HIGHLIGHTS: Ian Koniak, Brandon Fluharty, Scott Leese, Jamal Reimer, Jen Allen-Knuth, Andy Paul, Collin Mitchell, Rafael Figueroa, Tim Zielinski, Christian Banach, Rajiv 'RajNATION' Nathan, Belal Batrawy, Christine Rogers, Chris Beall, Dustin Brown, Patrick Baynes, Jeroen Corthout, Nate Nasralla, Gabe Lullo

Ed lands in Lisbon and hops right on camera with Richard to record this week's episode.  Richard and Ed are discussing United's tweaks to status qualification.  They're also answering a listener question about the best use of Alaska miles. And, they're discussing two current events.  First, the AARP British Airways discount is back.  And, it seems that Hyatt is making it easier to redeem Globalist Suite Upgrades.   If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month.

Richard and Ed are recapping the Disney 5K that they ran together.  They both survived though Ed is still having trouble walking a few days later.  They also answer a listener question about surcharges on award flights to Europe. After that, they breakdown apparent changes to Marriott Suite Night Awards.  Is this a positive or a negative change? Hyatt announces an offer to purchase Mr. and Mrs. Smith gift cards that comes with elite night credit.  This could be a sneaky good way to finish off Globalist status in 2023 or a great head start in 2024. If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month.

Bilt Rewards launches their latest Rent Day promotion with up to a 150% transfer bonus to Emirates Skyrewards.  Southwest Airlines announces changes to earning status and redeeming your Rapid Rewards points. Our friends at Dots, Lines and Destinations point out a Delta change we missed. If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month.

Jesse introduces the concept of Forcing Functions in SaaS Sales. Stay tuned for part 2 with additional examples on how to implement Forcing Functions. SPONSORS: • Surfe (Connect your CRM with LinkedIn in 60 seconds) - https://www.surfe.com?fpr=ssp use this link with promo code JWSURFE5 for a 5% discount on your first year • Close (The CRM Built for Growth) - https://refer.close.com/ssp enter the promo code SSP15 for 15% off your first 3 months EPISODE LINKS: • https://personalmba.com/forcing-function/ CONNECT WITH JESSE: • Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessewoodbury/ • Twitter: https://twitter.com/jessewoodbury • Website: https://jessewoodbury.com/ HELP GROW SSP: • Join the Slack Community: https://launchpass.com/saas_sales_players • Subscribe! • Leave a rating, write a review and share • Ask about 1:1 performance and career coaching with Jesse • Check out the above sponsors, it's the best way to support the show GUEST HIGHLIGHTS: Ian Koniak, Brandon Fluharty, Scott Leese, Jamal Reimer, Jen Allen-Knuth, Andy Paul, Collin Mitchell, Rafael Figueroa, Tim Zielinski, Christian Banach, Rajiv 'RajNATION' Nathan, Belal Batrawy, Christine Rogers, Chris Beall, Dustin Brown, Patrick Baynes, Jeroen Corthout, Nate Nasralla, Gabe Lullo

Delta has detailed the rollback of some of their SkyMiles changes.  These changes affect status as well as SkyClub access.  It's a mixed bag of changes that we're breaking down for you. Ed also took his first couple of swings at AAdvantage Hotel stays.  These can be a great way to earn Loyalty Points (the path to American Airlines elite status).  Ed also discovered a way to earn Loyalty Points quicker on these hotel bookings.  Is it worth it? Lastly, Ed catches us up on the first Pizza Talks Travel Slack Community meetup.  10 community members got together for lunch and discussed where and when to hold future meetups. If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month.

Gabe Lullo is the CEO of Alleyoop. He shares his experience building a SDRaaS agency, what's working in pipeline generation and how to stand out as a rep. SPONSORS: • Surfe (Connect your CRM with LinkedIn in 60 seconds) - https://www.surfe.com?fpr=ssp use this link with promo code JWSURFE5 for a 5% discount on your first year • Close (The CRM Built for Growth) - https://refer.close.com/ssp enter the promo code SSP15 for 15% off your first 3 months EPISODE LINKS: • Connect with Gabe: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lullo/ • Alleyoop: https://alleyoop.io/ CONNECT WITH JESSE: • Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessewoodbury/ • Twitter: https://twitter.com/jessewoodbury • Website: https://jessewoodbury.com/ HELP GROW SSP: • Join the Slack Community: https://launchpass.com/saas_sales_players • Subscribe! • Leave a rating, write a review and share • Ask about 1:1 performance and career coaching with Jesse • Check out the above sponsors, it's the best way to support the show GUEST HIGHLIGHTS: Ian Koniak, Brandon Fluharty, Scott Leese, Jamal Reimer, Jen Allen-Knuth, Andy Paul, Collin Mitchell, Rafael Figueroa, Tim Zielinski, Christian Banach, Rajiv 'RajNATION' Nathan, Belal Batrawy, Christine Rogers, Chris Beall, Dustin Brown, Patrick Baynes, Jeroen Corthout, Nate Nasralla, Gabe Lullo

Chase Freedom Unlimited has a really incredible offer right now where you can double your earnings for the first year you hold the card.  Ed and Richard are breaking down how to get the most out of this offer. Bank of America is also featuring a double rewards day.  This appears to be across all cards in their portfolio and represents a nice way to reward card members.  It sounds......oddly familiar. If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month.

Having a great manager is extremely important in Tech Sales and a bad manager can set you back years. Jesse shares some ideas for managing this in your sales career. SPONSORS: • Surfe (Connect your CRM with LinkedIn in 60 seconds) - https://www.surfe.com?fpr=ssp use this link with promo code JWSURFE5 for a 5% discount on your first year • Close (The CRM Built for Growth) - https://refer.close.com/ssp enter the promo code SSP15 for 15% off your first 3 months CONNECT WITH JESSE: • Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessewoodbury/ • Twitter: https://twitter.com/jessewoodbury • Website: https://jessewoodbury.com/ HELP GROW SSP: • Join the Slack Community: https://launchpass.com/saas_sales_players • Subscribe! • Leave a rating, write a review and share • Ask about 1:1 performance and career coaching with Jesse • Check out the above sponsors, it's the best way to support the show GUEST HIGHLIGHTS: Ian Koniak, Brandon Fluharty, Scott Leese, Jamal Reimer, Jen Allen-Knuth, Andy Paul, Collin Mitchell, Rafael Figueroa, Tim Zielinski, Christian Banach, Rajiv 'RajNATION' Nathan, Belal Batrawy, Christine Rogers, Chris Beall, Dustin Brown, Patrick Baynes, Jeroen Corthout, Nate Nasralla

6 years after Miles To Go debuted we're still cooking! We've featured dozens of guests over the years and we would have loved to bring each one of them back for episode 300. But, if I could only pick 3, Summer, Julian and Richard are 3 of the absolute best folks to celebrate 300 episodes. This week's epsiode is sponsored by NordVPN.  Both Ed and Richard use NordVPN.  Download NordVPN now and enjoy a 50% discount on an annual mobile subscription. Here's why Ed and Richard use NordVPN: Protects your privacy and blocks malicious websites. Helps you stream your favorite content (live sports, movies, etc) when you're traveling. Fastest VPN out there, connect in one click on desktop and mobile devices! If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month.  

Watch the video pod here! We have a lot of ground to cover this week. Richard is hopping on Spirit and we're talking about the value of a Spirit airline ticket and the Big Front Seat. Delta says they're going to retract some of their changes. Richard and Ed are a bit skeptical that there will be meaningful retractions. Hyatt is rolling out a home rental program. While we don't have all the details yet Ed is pretty excited about the addition to the program. Richard is taking a wait and see approach. This week's epsiode is sponsored by NordVPN.  Both Ed and Richard use NordVPN.  Download NordVPN now and enjoy a 50% discount on an annual mobile subscription. Here's why Ed and Richard use NordVPN: Protects your privacy and blocks malicious websites. Helps you stream your favorite content (live sports, movies, etc) when you're traveling. Fastest VPN out there, connect in one click on desktop and mobile devices! If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month. I appreciate your support!

Bilt Rewards has launched Bilt Experiences, the opportunity to redeem Bilt Points for sports tickets, concerts and other events.  They're launching with a cool NFL event where you can redeem your Bilt Rewards Points for NFL game tickets and even suite tickets, complete with food, booze and some Bilt swag. Richard is giving Ed advice on where he should be putting his credit card spend in 2023 and 2024 now that he's made the decision to abandon his Delta credit cards. Richard is raising money for a great cause, running a 5K at Disney for a great little girl named Emmy.  This week's epsiode is sponsored by NordVPN.  Both Ed and Richard use NordVPN.  Download NordVPN now and enjoy a 50% discount on an annual mobile subscription. Here's why Ed and Richard use NordVPN: Protects your privacy and blocks malicious websites. Helps you stream your favorite content (live sports, movies, etc) when you're traveling. Fastest VPN out there, connect in one click on desktop and mobile devices! If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month. I appreciate your support! Don't forget that you can leave us a voicemail or text us at (571) 293-6659‬. Listen for your question on a future show! Shoot us an e-mail (ed@pizzainmotion.com) or you can tweet me and Richard if you have questions.

Unless you've been living under a rock you knew what this week's topic would be.  Delta has made massive changes to both their SkyMiles program and on Sky Club access.  How you earn elite status is changing and how much you'll need to spend is a big part of that equation. I'm joined by Gary Leff of View From The Wing and Clint Henderson of The Points Guy. This week's epsiode is sponsored by NordVPN.  Both Ed and Richard use NordVPN.  Download NordVPN now and enjoy a 50% discount on an annual mobile subscription. Here's why Ed and Richard use NordVPN: Protects your privacy and blocks malicious websites. Helps you stream your favorite content (live sports, movies, etc) when you're traveling. Fastest VPN out there, connect in one click on desktop and mobile devices! If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month. I appreciate your support! Don't forget that you can leave us a voicemail or text us at (571) 293-6659‬. Listen for your question on a future show! Shoot us an e-mail (ed@pizzainmotion.com) or you can tweet me and Richard if you have questions.

Richard and Ed are both dealing with some travel fails as the summer winds down.  Thunderstorms are part of the issue but the lack of ability for some airlines to recover makes matters much worse. Southwest has made it much easier to earn the Companion Pass, arguably the best benefit of an airline loyalty program. Richard and Ed discuss this is detail and Richard contemplates a change in strategy. Lastly, Ed gets a chance to visit the Capital One Lounge shortly after it opened.  He had a mixed experience. This week's epsiode is sponsored by NordVPN.  Both Ed and Richard use NordVPN.  Download NordVPN now and enjoy a 50% discount on an annual mobile subscription. Here's why Ed and Richard use NordVPN: Protects your privacy and blocks malicious websites. Helps you stream your favorite content (live sports, movies, etc) when you're traveling. Fastest VPN out there, connect in one click on desktop and mobile devices! If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month. I appreciate your support! Don't forget that you can leave us a voicemail or text us at (571) 293-6659‬. Listen for your question on a future show! Shoot us an e-mail (ed@pizzainmotion.com) or you can tweet me and Richard if you have questions.

Gary Leff joins us this week to talk about the new Capital One Lounge opening at Washington Dulles International Airport.  Richard and Ed have plenty of questions for Gary, he has the full scoop. After that, Richard has all sorts of probing questions for Gary. This week's epsiode is sponsored by NordVPN.  Both Ed and Richard use NordVPN.  Download NordVPN now and enjoy a 50% discount on an annual mobile subscription. Here's why Ed and Richard use NordVPN: Protects your privacy and blocks malicious websites. Helps you stream your favorite content (live sports, movies, etc) when you're traveling. Fastest VPN out there, connect in one click on desktop and mobile devices! If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month. I appreciate your support! Don't forget that you can leave us a voicemail or text us at (571) 293-6659‬. Listen for your question on a future show! Shoot us an e-mail (ed@pizzainmotion.com) or you can tweet me and Richard if you have questions.

Ed is back from the Faroe Islands.  After visiting 5 countries in one day he ended up with 2 incredible days in the Faroe Islands.  He and Richard are recapping the entire trip.  Hyatt is rebranding their timeshare properties to Hyatt Vacation Club and celebrating it with a 3X earning promotion on bookings now through the end of November. Lastly, an airline has added an "adults-only" section on certain planes.  Will this work? If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month. I appreciate your support! Don't forget that you can leave us a voicemail or text us at (571) 293-6659‬. Listen for your question on a future show! Shoot us an e-mail (ed@pizzainmotion.com) or you can tweet me and Richard if you have questions.

Ed checks into the Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas and gets treated like a king.  Big upgrade as a result of his Marriott status! Richard and Ed talk about American Airlines' new international route announcements.  Does this mean more opportunites to use your miles? Hyatt has rolled out new ways to combine free nights with award reservations.  Ed and Richard are breaking down the changes and how they can help you on your next award booking. This week's epsiode is sponsored by NordVPN.  Both Ed and Richard use NordVPN.  Download NordVPN now and enjoy a 50% discount on an annual mobile subscription. Here's why Ed and Richard use NordVPN: Protects your privacy and blocks malicious websites. Helps you stream your favorite content (live sports, movies, etc) when you're traveling. Fastest VPN out there, connect in one click on desktop and mobile devices! Richard and Ed are also breaking down a listener follow-up question about Marriott versus Hyatt and how credit cards affect the award pricing for both chains.  And, they also discuss a scary story about a United flight that almost ended up in the ocean. If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month. I appreciate your support! Don't forget that you can leave us a voicemail or text us at (571) 293-6659‬. Listen for your question on a future show! Shoot us an e-mail (ed@pizzainmotion.com) or you can tweet me and Richard if you have questions.

Ed is back from Billund, Denmark and has the details on Lego House.  TLDR: it's not just for kids! This week's epsiode is sponsored by NordVPN.  Both Ed and Richard use NordVPN.  Download NordVPN now and enjoy a 50% discount on an annual mobile subscription. Here's why Ed and Richard use NordVPN: Protects your privacy and blocks malicious websites. Helps you stream your favorite content (live sports, movies, etc) when you're traveling. Fastest VPN out there, connect in one click on desktop and mobile devices! Richard and Ed are also breaking down a listener follow-up question about Marriott versus Hyatt and how credit cards affect the award pricing for both chains.  And, they also discuss a scary story about a United flight that almost ended up in the ocean. If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month. I appreciate your support! Don't forget that you can leave us a voicemail or text us at (571) 293-6659‬. Listen for your question on a future show! Shoot us an e-mail (ed@pizzainmotion.com) or you can tweet me and Richard if you have questions.

It was 36 hours of ups and downs.....well, pretty much downs for Ed on United this week.  Richard and Ed discuss some interesting Marriott offers that expire today.   If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month. I appreciate your support! Don't forget that you can leave us a voicemail or text us at (571) 293-6659‬. Listen for your question on a future show! Shoot us an e-mail (ed@pizzainmotion.com) or you can tweet me and Richard if you have questions.

Watch the podcast on YouTube! We start out catching up on Richard's quick trip to London which involved the old A330 business class product on Virgin Atlantic and Richard's first time experiencing Polaris Class on United.  Is Richard committed to United Airlines now? Many of you wrote into the show asking for more details on Ed's recent trip to Nova Scotia, so we're digging into that as well.  Check out this post from a few years ago about Peggy's Cove. Bilt had another incredible Rent Day promo, proving that their elite status is something you really want to consider.  If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month. I appreciate your support! Don't forget that you can leave us a voicemail or text us at (571) 293-6659‬. Listen for your question on a future show! Shoot us an e-mail (ed@pizzainmotion.com) or you can tweet me and Richard if you have questions.

Watch the podcast on YouTube! We start the show digging in to a listener review about how Ed and Richard feel about Marriott's loyalty program. The big news of the week is Marriott swooping in to take over Hyatt's relationship with MGM Resorts.  Ed and Richard are sharing their thoughts on what we know so far. If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month. I appreciate your support! Don't forget that you can leave us a voicemail or text us at (571) 293-6659‬. Listen for your question on a future show! Shoot us an e-mail (ed@pizzainmotion.com) or you can tweet me and Richard if you have questions.

Watch the video version of the podcast!   Hyatt and MGM are breaking up.  The TSA has made announcements that may spell the end of Clear in its current format.  Ed is recapping his family vacation and Richard is recapping his latest Dream hotel stay. If you're looking for a way to support the show, consider joining our Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month. I appreciate your support! Don't forget that you can leave us a voicemail or text us at (571) 293-6659‬. Listen for your question on a future show! Shoot us an e-mail (ed@pizzainmotion.com) or you can tweet me and Richard if you have questions.

Is this the best Marriott award redemption we've ever seen?  Ed and Richard are discussing a deal for an all-inclusive safari that you can redeem Marriott points for. Chase has a new Aeroplan offer that's an interesting way to earn 100K Aeroplan points.  At the same time there are also offers for certain Chase Ink cards for 100K Ultimate Rewards points.  We're discussing all of that this week. If you're looking for a way to support the show, we've launched a new Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month. I appreciate your support! Don't forget that you can leave us a voicemail or text us at (571) 293-6659‬. Listen for your question on a future show! Shoot us an e-mail (ed@pizzainmotion.com) or you can tweet me and Richard if you have questions.

Watch this week's episode on YouTube! Ed is still in Hawaii.  Richard is getting his opinion on the first part of his trip including recaps of Aulani, Kauai, The Lodge at Kukui'ula and more.  There's also an interesting Hilton status challenge right now.  Aggressive, but rewarding.  Rirchard and Ed are breaking it down. If you're looking for a way to support the show, we've launched a new Slack Community. You can support the show and purchase access below: Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month. Our next guest chat is Wednesday, July 5th with Leslie and Joe from Disney Deciphered!  Live at 9pm ET and available via video replay to Slack members. I appreciate your support! Don't forget that you can leave us a voicemail or text us at (571) 293-6659‬. Listen for your question on a future show! Shoot us an e-mail (ed@pizzainmotion.com) or you can tweet me and Richard if you have questions.