{"podcast":{"title":"The Upgraded Points Podcast","slug":"the-upgraded-points-podcast-7285741","podcast_index_feed_id":7285741,"rss_url":"https://feeds.transistor.fm/the-upgraded-points-podcast","website_url":"https://upgradedpoints.com","image_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/tGpxlIMF_o-uxTEnwBKPp2qZGRxu3Vtswnb94-iL4BE/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8yYmJk/ZWIyZDJjMDI4N2Qw/NzE5YjgwNjQ1OWY4/MTU3OC5qcGc.jpg","author":"Upgraded Points","episode_count":69,"summary":"Want to travel more and spend less? Every week, Upgraded Points provides expert insights, travel hacks, and the latest industry news to help you maximize your points and miles like a pro. Hosted by Chris Hassan and Katie Corrigan Seemann, travel experts at Upgraded Points, this podcast breaks down the best strategies for booking luxury flights, scoring hotel upgrades, and making every trip unforgettable — all without breaking the bank. Expect insider tips, real-world trip breakdowns, and answers to your biggest travel questions. Whether you're a points and miles beginner or a seasoned expert, we’ll help you travel smarter, save money, and unlock next-level adventures. Email us at podcast@upgradedpoints.com Subscribe now and Travel Different.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-27T20:18:45.543512+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-upgraded-points-podcast-7285741"},"episode":{"title":"Is Elite Status Actually Worth It? We Asked Our Whole Team.","slug":"is-elite-status-actually-worth-it-we-asked-our-whole-team","published_at":"2026-07-20T10:05:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-upgraded-points-podcast-7285741/is-elite-status-actually-worth-it-we-asked-our-whole-team","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-upgraded-points-podcast-7285741","url":"https://upgradedpoints.transistor.fm/67","audio_url":"https://media.transistor.fm/821f1eb3/12d03f6b.mp3","summary":"Elite status sounds glamorous until you do the math. In this episode, Chris and Katie dig into whether airline and hotel elite status is actually worth chasing in 2026, pulling in honest and often conflicting takes from across the Upgraded Points team. Lori makes the case for low-level Oneworld status abroad. Ryan thinks most airline status is overrated. Ben says it depends on your situation. Jamie says status isn't worth it until it really is. Plus, a giveaway winner shares how a Hilton Be My Guest certificate landed her a room at the newly renovated Waldorf Astoria New York with a cash value of $4,200 for one night. (00:00) - The Upgraded Points Podcast Episode 67 (01:23) - Chris Broke a Millennial Stereotype (03:59) - Hotel Distil in Louisville (07:20) - 1-Year-Anniversary Giveaway Winner (10:51) - Is Airline Elite Status Worth It? (18:07) - Is Hotel Elite Status Worth It? (27:30) - Listener Question UP Team’s Mid-Year Elite Status Update: https://upgradedpoints.com/news/up-team-elite-status-updates-2026/ ✈️ Learn more at https://upgradedpoints.com/ 📧 Questions? Email us at podcast@upgradedpoints.com 📲 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@upgradedpointspod 📲 Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-upgraded-points-podcast/id1807133164 📲 Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/61t4AF7hQiW4hh5eNcwqrZ 📲 Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/upgradedpoints/ 📲 Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/upgradedpoints 📲 Follow us on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@upgradedpoints ✉️ Upgraded Points Newsletter https://upgradedpoints.com/join-newsletter/","meta_description":"Elite status sounds glamorous until you do the math. In this episode, Chris and Katie dig into whether airline and hotel elite status is actually worth ch…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1784,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-upgraded-points-podcast-7285741/episodes/is-elite-status-actually-worth-it-we-asked-our-whole-team/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-upgraded-points-podcast-7285741/is-elite-status-actually-worth-it-we-asked-our-whole-team.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}