I Do Gateway, Matt

00:00 | Show Intro

Craig returns and the crew catches up before getting into this week’s viewer questions and topics.

02:59 | Dunkin’ Gift Card Strategy

Keith asks whether RJ plans to buy 10 Dunkin’ gift cards with Paze on her new Chase Sapphire Reserve, leading into a discussion of Paze offers and stacking opportunities.

07:52 | Credit Card Myths Busted

Correl’s trouble-free Amex experience in Japan sparks a conversation about fears the credit card community repeats that may be overblown, including Amex acceptance, domestic travel value, Hyatt, and elite status.

16:33 | Lifetime Annual Fees

What if you could pay five times a card’s annual fee upfront and keep it fee-free for life? The group picks which premium and hotel cards might be worth the deal.

22:26 | Best International Travel Apps

The crew shares favorite apps for international trips, including eSIM providers like Airalo and Saily, VPNs, flight trackers, and other useful travel tools.

26:09 | Favorite Ways to Travel

Tim asks everyone to pick their favorite mode of transportation while traveling.

33:57 | Rove News

The group discusses Rove’s new app, instant gift cards, revamped hotel search, and the experience of covering news under embargo, plus a quick look at Citi / AAdvantage Executive card changes. For more on Rove, watch Matt Clausen’s Rove Just Changed the Points & Miles Game.

37:41 | Getting Back Into Points

Craig asks which tools, media sources, and research methods are best for someone getting into or returning to the credit card game. The group also discusses filtering out AI slop, choosing financial tools, and helping newcomers without sounding like a grifter or pushing affiliate links.

51:22 | CEO for a Day

RJ asks everyone to become CEO of Amex, Chase, Citi, or Wells Fargo and name their first three credit card or points-related moves.

01:03:10 | Lost Wallet, Digital Travel

Matt talks about traveling after losing his wallet and how close modern travel is to being fully digital, except for stubborn requirements like a physical driver’s license for rental cars.

01:16:35 | Final Thoughts

The crew wraps up with final thoughts and shoutouts.