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• The Cost of Always Optimizing with Chris and Amy

  #254: Chris and Amy share a candid look at their life together as two optimizers. They discuss everything from family finances and teaching their kids about money to managing their health, work, and travel. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/ama-amy-marriage-parenting-health Partner Deals NetSuite: Free KPI checklist to upgrade your business performance Storyworth: Share your family stories in a custom book (+ $10 off) DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web Daffy: Free $25 to give to the charity of your choice Bilt Rewards: Earn the most valuable points when you pay rent For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Rakuten ($50 bonus here) M is for Money by Rob Phelan BoA Museums on Us How We Spend Our Time Chart Priority Pass Cultural Care Au Pairs (Get $250 off here) Family Heart Foundation Fortify5 Vuori (Get 20% off here) ATH Podcast Ep #114: Money Talks: Navigating Uncomfortable Conversations with Loved Ones with Erin Lowry Ep #205: Building Better Habits, Strengthening Relationships, and More Listener Q&A with Chris and Amy Ep #213: The 5 Types of Wealth with Sahil Bloom Ep #239: Mini Retirements: How to Take a Break Sooner That Could Also Boost Your Career and Income Ep #252: Family Travel on Points: Tips, Tricks and Tactics with Nick Reyes Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: [email protected] Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (01:44) Navigating Conflict and Different Spending Styles (04:51) Why the Furniture Conversation Turned Emotional (13:20) Amy's Process for Selling and Rehoming Old Items (15:50) When Reselling Isn’t Worth the Time and Effort (19:03) How to Teach Kids About Money at a Young Age (23:39) How Chris & Amy Are Saving for the Kids’ Future (31:13) Thinking About Technology and Social Media for Kids (35:34) Free-Range Parenting and Encouraging Independence (38:06) The Importance of Intellectual Curiosity (40:06) Stepping Back From Work to Be Present with Young Kids (44:54) Traveling With Kids (49:05) Leveraging Lounge Access for Family Travel (52:18) Comparing Lounge Access Memberships (57:06) Amy’s Transition Into More Time at Home (01:00:50) Making Proactive Health Decisions and Preventative Care (01:07:46) How to Approach Supporting Aging Parents (01:13:34) Coming Full Circle on the Furniture Debate Connect with Chris Newsletter | Membership | X | Instagram | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• 10 Lessons That Challenged My Thinking on Money and Life

  #253: My top 10 takeaways from a retreat for high-net-worth investors, which will cover investing, managing risk, investing in your health, building meaningful relationships, parenting with purpose, and defining success in a way that goes far beyond money. Tad Fallows is the co-founder of Long Angle, a private community for investors with more than $2.2 million in assets. He previously co-founded iLab Solutions, a global leader in cloud-based lab management software, which was acquired by Agilent Technologies. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/10-lessons-wealth-health-happiness Partner Deals LMNT: Free sample pack of my favorite electrolyte drink mix Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn Gelt: Skip the waitlist on personalized tax guidance to maximize your wealth Fabric: Affordable term life insurance for you and your family MasterClass: Learn from the world's best with 15% off For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Long Angle: Join a free private community for high net worth investors What Is BRCA2? Sober Founders ATH Podcast Ep #248: How to Stop Over-Optimizing and Focus on What Matters with Tim Ferriss Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: [email protected] Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:01) Why Health Is Your Most Important Asset (04:13) How to Become Your Own Health Advocate (08:14) Different Ways to Invest in Fitness and Accountability (12:27) Relationships: The Ultimate Compound Asset (14:03) Why Adult Friendships Are So Hard to Build and Maintain (16:05) Reclaiming Time for Relationships and Family (17:15) The Power of Intentional Travel (20:43) Lighthouse Parenting: Why You Should Allow Your Kids to Struggle (25:01) Learning From Your Kids’ Limitless Imagination (25:56) A Simple Exercise to Expand What’s Possible in Every Area of Life (28:47) Redefining Success and Purpose (34:09) Defining Your Objective to Simplify Complex Decisions (38:44) How to Think About Managing Risk (43:28) Diversifying Beyond the S&P 500 (47:53) Two Spectrums of Diversification and Liquidity (50:38) The Danger of Over-Optimizing (52:14) Why True Wealth Isn’t About Dollars (55:45) The Importance of Designing a Life That Works For You Connect with Chris Newsletter | Membership | X | Instagram | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Family Travel on Points: Tips, Tricks and Tactics with Nick Reyes

  #252: Chris and Nick share strategies to make family travel affordable and stress-free with points and miles. They cover how to find multiple award seats, book business class for families, and their best tips for traveling with kids, from managing jet lag and delays to finding family-friendly hotels, must-have travel gear, and more. Nick Reyes is a writer at Frequent Miler and co-host of the Frequent Miler On The Air podcast. He is an avid traveler who's been to 60+ countries and loves collecting points and miles. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/family-travel-nick-reyes Partner Deals Upwork: Free job posting to find, hire, and pay top freelance talent Copilot Money: Free 2 months access to my favorite personal finance app with code HACKS2 DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web Mercury: Help your business grow with simplified finances Daffy: Free $25 to give to the charity of your choice For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Nick Reyes: Frequent Miler | X | Podcast A $50,000+ family trip to Europe, booked with miles and points Kids in business class: Saving miles on child award tickets Guide to Airline Companion Tickets How to book Hyatt suites How to book Vacasa Vacation Rentals with Wyndham points Booking Cottages.com via Wyndham Rewards Nick’s 2025 casino status strategy for free cruises Grand Hotel Victoria on Lake Como ZIPAIR RideSafer Travel Vest Mobile Passport Control (MPC) HotelTonight AutoSlash ABCmouse Travel Strollers: Babyzen Yoyo | gb Pockit ATH Podcast Ep #166: Best Award Search Tools for Booking Flights with Points & Miles Ep #167: Best Tools for Booking Hotels with Points & Miles Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: [email protected] Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (00:58) What People Get Wrong About Families Traveling Using Points (02:53) Nick's Luxury Family Trip to Europe with Points (06:30) Things to Consider When Booking Multiple Award Seats (09:45) Booking Award Seats in Economy vs. Premium Economy (13:55) Flying in Business Class with Kids (17:55) Splitting Up the Family in Different Award Flights (20:29) Buying Extra Economy Seats for More Space (23:27) Prioritizing Sleep on International Flights (28:43) Nick's Approach to Jet Lag (30:47) Airline Discounts for Kids (33:41) How Lap Infant Pricing Works (36:36) The Best Airlines for Traveling with Kids (39:08) Pooling Airline Miles with Children (41:50) Leveraging Companion Passes/Fares for Family Travel (45:06) Using Carry-On Vs. Checking Bags with Kids (46:19) Accessories for Traveling with Young Kids (50:28) Managing Delays and Other Irregularities When Traveling with Kids (53:16) Why Lounge Access Is a Game Changer (55:05) Fast Tracking Airport Entry with Kids (57:11) Tactics Nick Uses to Book Hotels Internationally for His Family (01:01:08) Booking Rooms with Points vs. Cash (01:04:07) Emailing Your Hotel for an Upgrade (01:05:44) Benefit of Having Kids Clubs at Hotels and Resorts (01:07:53) Tips and Tricks to Book Vacation Rentals (01:09:54) Transportation Tips When Traveling with Kids (01:12:55) How Cruises Changed Nick's Travel Game (01:17:31) Other Family Travel Tips & Tricks (01:20:40) Planning Activities Around Your Kids' Interests (01:23:07) Unusual Must-Haves for Trips with Kids (01:25:22) Top Kid-Friendly Travel Destinations (01:27:42) Where to Find Nick & His Work Connect with Chris Newsletter | Membership | X | Instagram | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• How to Focus on What Matters and Let Go of the Rest with Ryan Holiday

  #251: Discover why Stoicism matters more than ever and how to make it part of your daily life. We share practical ways to focus on what you can control, build resilience, and cultivate the four Stoic virtues: courage, self-discipline, justice, and wisdom. Ryan Holiday is a bestselling modern philosopher and author of The Daily Stoic, The Obstacle Is the Way, Ego Is the Enemy, and Stillness Is the Key. His books on Stoic virtues have sold over 10 million copies in 40+ languages. He’s also the founder and host of The Daily Stoic podcast. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/ryan-holiday-mastering-stoicism Partner Deals Mercury: Help your business grow with simplified finances LMNT: Free sample pack of my favorite electrolyte drink mix Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn Gelt: Skip the waitlist on personalized tax guidance to maximize your wealth Bilt Rewards: Earn the most valuable points when you pay rent For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Ryan: The Daily Stoic | Podcast | YouTube Courage Is Calling Discipline Is Destiny Right Thing, Right Now Wisdom Takes Work The meditations of Marcus Aurelius Letters from a Stoic by Seneca The Dialogues of Plato Old Enough! TV Show Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (01:06) What Is Stoicism? (02:42) Is Stoicism Relevant in Today’s Society? (04:59) The Journey of Becoming a Stoic (07:42) Why Humans Don’t Like to Do the “Hard” Things (13:34) The Importance of Putting Your Impressions to the Test (17:42) The Reason Humans Are Never Satisfied (20:41) How the Stoics View Happiness (23:22) Where to Draw the Line Between Things in Your Control vs. Not (29:30) Why It’s Important to Pause and Reflect (32:56) The Four Stoic Virtues (35:15) How Ryan Applies Discipline to His Life (37:46) Stillness Unlocks Elite Performance, Happiness, and Self-Awareness (39:09) Why Ryan Doesn’t Like Watching the News (41:24) Can You Have Fun as a Stoic? (43:18) Ranking the Stoic Virtues (44:16) How Can We Be More Courageous in Our Daily Lives? (46:50) Instilling Courage in Your Kids (50:47) The Role of Justice in Stoicism (53:27) Approaching Wisdom as a Method (55:15) How Can Someone Gain More Wisdom? (57:39) Experiencing Emotions as a Stoic (01:00:08) The First Step Toward Stoicism (01:01:02) Where to Find Ryan and His Work Connect with Chris Newsletter | Membership | X | Instagram | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Open Enrollment, Diversifying Investments, Buying Gold and More Listener Q&A

  #250: Chris dives into listener questions, covering open enrollment, investing, buying gold, life and auto insurance, RSUs, practical ways to leverage AI tools and more. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/open-enrollment-AMA-2025 Partner Deals Fabric: Affordable term life insurance for you and your family Superhuman: Free month of the fastest and best email with code ALLTHEHACKS Gusto: Free 3-month trial of the #1 payroll software DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web Mercury: Help your business grow with simplified finances For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned PEOs: TriNet | Justworks Insurance Broker: Rich Sterling Productivity/AI Tools Notion NotebookLM Replit Cursor v0 Figma Perplexity Claude Mesa Homeowners Card (50k bonus with code CHRIS50) $1,200 U.S. Bank Bonus ATH Podcast Newsletter Ep #34: Insider Tricks to Healthcare, Prescriptions and Medical Bills with Marshall Allen Ep 104: Optimizing Your Insurance Policies Ep #140: Navigating Open Enrollment Ep #168: Building an Investment Portfolio to Grow and Protect Your Wealth Ep #248: How to Stop Over-Optimizing and Focus on What Matters with Tim Ferriss Submit questions for our next AMA here Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: [email protected] Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (00:30) Quick Episode Overview (01:22) How to Select Your Insurance Plan (05:19) Saving with a High Deductible Health Plan (14:19) Tips for Specific Drugs and Providers (15:27) Dental and Vision Plans (17:17) Benefits of FSAs (19:10) Getting Health Insurance Outside of an Employer (21:08) Getting Insurance for Your Business (23:20) Insurance via Medical Research Companies and Affinity Groups (24:52) Direct Primary Care (25:48) Reimbursing Medical Expenses Charged on a Credit Card (30:45) Diversification in an Incredibly High Stock Market (36:20) Investing in Precious Metals: Gold & Silver (40:55) Strategy for Handling RSU Compensation (43:35) Variable Universal Life Policy (48:05) The Rise in Auto Insurance Premiums Following an Accident (55:22) Buying A Used vs. New Car (58:06) Chris's Favorite Work Tools Including AI (01:02:07) Is AI an Actual Threat to Our Jobs? (01:04:26) Chris's Pre and Post W2 Job Experience (01:06:50) Find the Best Deals on the ATH Newsletter (01:10:53) The Next Gift Card Sale Connect with Chris Newsletter | Membership | X | Instagram | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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