41 episodes

Daily Drop is a newsletter that teaches you how to earn and redeem miles and points in under 5 minutes a day (witty commentary, gifs and memes included 😉). Join Mike and Megan for The Daily Drop Podcast to extend the conversation that earns you free(ish) travel. Expanding some of your favorite miles and points topics, answering your questions... and we promise to not skip on the witty commentary.

The Daily Drop Podcast Daily Drop

    • Society & Culture
    • 4.7 • 6 Ratings

Daily Drop is a newsletter that teaches you how to earn and redeem miles and points in under 5 minutes a day (witty commentary, gifs and memes included 😉). Join Mike and Megan for The Daily Drop Podcast to extend the conversation that earns you free(ish) travel. Expanding some of your favorite miles and points topics, answering your questions... and we promise to not skip on the witty commentary.

    Card insurance, is it enough for emergencies?

    Card insurance, is it enough for emergencies?

    In this episode, Mike shares his personal experience with travel insurance and how it saved him thousands of dollars when he had to undergo surgery while traveling. He explains the differences between medical insurance and trip-related insurance. He also mentions the limitations of insurance coverage based on what you’re paying for on the card and the need for supplemental insurance in certain situations. Check out the written version of Mike’s Insurance Process: https://www.dailydrop.co...

    • 26 min
    My Chat with Nate Buchanan: From Saving Two Million Miles to Founding Daily Drop

    My Chat with Nate Buchanan: From Saving Two Million Miles to Founding Daily Drop

    In this episode, we’re joined by the founder of Daily Drop and one half of Kara and Nate on YouTube, Nate Buchanan. He shares his journey from saving two million points to owning a Miles and Points company. He discusses how he got started in the Miles and Points game, the strategies he used to earn points, and how his redemption strategies have evolved over time. Plus, he answers a few questions from the Daily Drop audience!Check out the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card elevated offer here: http...

    • 46 min
    How We’re Using Ultimate Rewards Points in 2024

    How We’re Using Ultimate Rewards Points in 2024

    In this episode, Mike and Megan discuss creative ways to use Chase Ultimate Rewards Points. They share personal examples of how they have used these points to book flights and hotels at incredible value. They highlight the flexibility and high value of Chase Ultimate Rewards Points, particularly when used with transfer partners like United and Virgin Atlantic. They also emphasize the benefits of the Chase Sapphire Preferred and Chase Sapphire Reserve cards, which currently have elevated welco...

    • 24 min
    How To Justify The Annual Fee On A Card

    How To Justify The Annual Fee On A Card

    In this episode, Mike answers one of our most common questions around here. He discusses how he justifies holding credit cards with high annual fees, using the Chase Sapphire Reserve as an example. Check out the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card here: https://www.dailydrop.com/credit-cards/chase-sapphire-reserve Keep Up With Daily Drop: Read the newsletter: https://www.dailydrop.com Join the Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dailydroplounge Check out our top cards: https://dailyd...

    • 16 min
    American Express Membership Rewards Deep Dive

    American Express Membership Rewards Deep Dive

    In this episode, Megan dives deep into American Express Membership Rewards points. She explains the rules and limitations of American Express cards, the cards that earn Membership Rewards points, and how to earn additional points through Rakuten. Megan also discusses some secrets to earn more MR points. Enjoy!Resources:Favorite Amex MR earning cards: https://www.dailydrop.com/credit-card-issuers/american-expressRakuten + Amex: https://www.dailydrop.com/pages/how-to-earn-more-american-express-...

    • 23 min
    Mistakes We’ve Made Along The Way

    Mistakes We’ve Made Along The Way

    In this episode, Mike and Megan are joined by Brendan from the Daily Drop Youtube channel to talk all about their mistakes. They cover topics such as booking upgraded hotel rooms with points, accidentally using the wrong free night award, using points for poor value, analysis paralysis in redemption, forgetting visa requirements, and passport expiration drama. Plus everyone learns a new hack that ends up saving Brendan thousands of miles on an upcoming trip! Resources:Virgin Companion Pa...

    • 41 min

Customer Reviews

4.7 out of 5
6 Ratings

6 Ratings

ndntaco123 ,

LOVE this podcast!

Always been so interested in travel hacking and the podcast makes it so fun to listen and learn about!

Samikitty ,

Hopefully it gets better with explanation

I like the hosts but after listening to the first episode I would love more explanation on some of the hacking. There was too much reference to check the previous Daily Drop email newsletters and assumptions that the listener has previous travel hacking experience. I will keep listening hoping it gets better.

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