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Point Hacks

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Demystifying the world of frequent flyer points one podcast at a time.Point Hacks show you how to turn everyday spending and credit card rewards into unforgettable travel experiences. Whether you’re dreaming of a Business Class seat to Europe, a luxury family getaway, or simply never paying full price for a flight again, we provide the insider tips, tools, and confidence to reach your points and status goals faster.Join Tobias Venus as he learns from the best in the business on earning and burning frequent flyer points in Australia.

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What is Point Hacks about?

Demystifying the world of frequent flyer points one podcast at a time. Point Hacks show you how to turn everyday spending and credit card rewards into unforgettable travel experiences.

What has Point Hacks covered recently?

Recent episodes include "New to Points? Start Here" (23 September 2026, 30 minutes), "Credit Card Rewards are already falling. Here's how to stay ahead - w/Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon" (14 August 2026, 26 minutes), and "We tried ANA’s new Business Class suite before it flies" (23 July 2026, 17 minutes).

How often does Point Hacks publish?

Point Hacks publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 29 minutes across 43 episodes.

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Booking probability for Point Hacks is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Point Hacks requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Point Hacks's contact route on record: verified email.

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The strongest fits for Point Hacks are Airlines and Banking & Credit Unions. Point Hacks has a society audience.

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  • Episode #22

    New to Points? Start Here

    Sep 23, 202630 min

    How do you start earning frequent flyer points in Australia? If you’re new to Qantas Points, Velocity Points and loyalty programs, this episode is the place to start. Tobias Venus and Brandon Loo break down the basics...

  • Episode #21

    Credit Card Rewards are already falling. Here's how to stay ahead - w/Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon

    Aug 14, 202626 min

    From 1 October 2026, Australia’s credit card landscape changes significantly. Surcharging will disappear on designated eftpos, Mastercard and Visa payments, while lower interchange fees could put further pressure on...

  • Episode #20

    We tried ANA’s new Business Class suite before it flies

    Jul 23, 202617 min

    We go behind the scenes in Japan for a first look at ANA’s new Boeing 787 cabin, including The Room FX Business Class suite, updated Premium Economy and a more spacious Economy seat. Brandon and Toby test the mock-ups...

  • Episode #19

    Everything you need to know about Qantas Project Sunrise

    Jul 2, 202629 min

    Qantas’ Project Sunrise could change how Australians fly to Europe, with nonstop Sydney to London flights planned on specially configured Airbus A350 aircraft. In this episode of the Point Hacks Podcast, Tobias Venus...

  • Episode #18

    Why Hong Kong Is One of the Best Cities for Points Travel

    May 22, 202638 minS0

    <p>Tobias and Brandon recently visited Hong Kong and came away convinced it’s one of the top destinations for Australian points collectors. In this episode, we cover:</p> <p>• Why Hong Kong works so well as a stopover...

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  • Episode #17

    How Australia’s New Card Surcharge Rules Could Affect Points Earners

    Apr 14, 202631 minS0

    <p> </p> <p>Credit card surcharges are being scrapped in Australia, but what does that mean for frequent flyer points? In this episode, Toby Venus and Wilson McTaggart break down the RBA’s changes to surcharges and...

  • Episode #16

    Japan and Beyond: The Point Hacks Guide to Cherry Blossoms

    Mar 29, 202648 minS0

    <p>Cherry blossom season in Japan is one of the most popular travel experiences for Australians. In this episode, we cover where to go, when to book and how to use points effectively. Tobias also recounts his previous...

  • Episode #15

    Are Qantas Status Hacks Dead?

    Mar 16, 202634 minS0

    <p>Qantas has announced the biggest overhaul of its Frequent Flyer program in years, and it’s going to change how Australians earn status, redeem points and engage with the airline.</p> <p>In this episode Brandon and...

  • Episode #14

    How to hack the Qantas Double Status Credits promotion

    Feb 23, 202614 minS0

    <p>Qantas Double Status Credits are back — and this is your fast track to Gold or Platinum.</p> <p>In this emergency episode of the Point Hacks Podcast, we break down the newly announced Double Status Credits promotion...

  • Episode #13

    The top 8 uses of 150,000 Velocity Points in 2026

    Feb 23, 202640 minS0

    <p>In this episode of the Point Hacks Podcast, we’re answering one of the biggest questions for Velocity members:<br> What’s the best way to spend Velocity Points in 2026?</p> <p>Brandon joins Toby to break down the top...

  • Episode #12

    The top Velocity Point earning credit cards for 2026

    Feb 9, 202626 minS0

    <p>Looking for a Velocity Points-earning credit card but overwhelmed by bonus offers, lounge perks and confusing earn rates?</p> <p>In this episode of the Point Hacks Podcast, Tobias and Brandon break down seven of the...

  • Episode #11

    Which is the best Qantas Domestic Business Lounge?

    Jan 25, 202618 minS0

    <p>Which Qantas domestic business lounge is actually the best in Australia and which one really needs some love?</p> <p>In this episode of the Point Hacks Podcast, Tobias Venus is joined by frequent flyer expert Chris...

  • Episode #10

    Why you should be using ALL Accor + Explorer

    Jan 9, 202633 minS0

    <p>Most travellers think about frequent flyer programs first but if you stay in hotels regularly, you might be leaving huge value on the table. In this episode, Tobias and Brandon discuss Accor hotel's range of loyalty...

  • Episode #9

    How to regularly fly First Class (and the best cabins to pick)

    Dec 28, 202543 minS0

    <p>First Class flights look outrageous on Instagram. Private suites, showers in the sky and champagne worth more than your weekly shop. But are they actually worth the points?<br> In this episode of the Point Hacks...

  • Episode #8

    The top Qantas Point earning credit cards for 2026

    Dec 12, 202525 minS0

    <p>Choosing a Qantas credit card can feel overwhelming but at Point Hacks we're thinking about this stuff every day! <br> In this episode, Brandon Loo joins Tobias to break down nine major Qantas-earning credit cards...

  • Episode #7

    Are frequent flyer points worth it? I asked a finance expert.

    Nov 27, 202542 minS0

    <p>Finance expert, author, and media personality Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon joins Tobias to unpack one of the biggest questions in money and travel:</p> <p>As a finance expert, is collecting frequent flyer points actually...

  • Episode #6

    How to earn Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Miles in Australia (it's easier than you think!)

    Nov 19, 202531 minS0

    <p>Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer is one of the most popular programs for Australian travellers — but with changes rolling out, are the miles still worth collecting?</p> <p>In this episode we break down how KrisFlyer...

  • Episode #5

    The best ways to earn Frequent Flyer Points

    Oct 16, 202523 minS0

    <p>How easy is it really to earn Qantas and Velocity Points without flying Business Class every week?<br> In this episode of the Point Hacks Podcast, Tobias sits down with Brandon Loo and Chris Chamberlain to break down...

  • Episode #4

    Would You Rather a Foot Spa or Four AFL Games? We Put Velocity Points to the Test

    Sep 25, 202513 minS0

    <p>What’s the best way to spend 25,000 Velocity Points? A $119 foot spa or flights to four AFL games across three cities in one weekend? <br> In this episode of the Point Hacks Podcast, Toby and Josh put the theory to...

  • Episode #3

    The top 9 uses of 100,000 Qantas Points

    Sep 10, 202521 minS0

    <p>Qantas raised classic reward prices, so what still delivers with 100,000 Qantas Points?<br> Brandon Loo joins Tobias Venus to re-rank 9 great redemptions post-devaluation.</p> <p>We cover:</p> <p>✅ What changed in...

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