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We’re so excited to announce that “The Upgraded Points Podcast” is finally here. This brand-new weekly travel podcast, hosted by Katie Corrigan Seemann and Chris Hassan, will help you level up your travel experiences and maximize your points and miles like a pro.

You’ll get insider tips, hear about real-world travel experiences, and get 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.

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“The Upgraded Points Podcast” Details

Tune in each Monday morning for a new episode of “The Upgraded Points Podcast” on YouTube, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform.

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If you would like to submit a question for consideration to be included on the show, email us at podcast@upgradedpoints.com.

Meet The Hosts

“The Upgraded Points Podcast” is hosted by Katie Corrigan Seemann and Chris Hassan, 2 of Upgraded Points’ travel experts.

Katie Corrigan Seemann

Katie discovered points and miles over a decade ago and has been obsessed ever since. Over the years, she has earned and redeemed millions of points and miles for fantastic trips all over the world. Some of her favorite experiences include Paris, Amsterdam, the Maldives, a safari in Africa, and the Galapagos Islands.

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Bonjour from Paris. Image Credit: Katie Corrigan Seemann

As co-host of “The Upgraded Points Podcast,” Katie offers a fun, no-nonsense approach to travel, points, and miles, always trying to find the humor in every situation.

Katie is also a writer and editor at Upgraded Points, and she manages our travel partnerships. Her work has been featured in Travel + Leisure, LongWeekends magazine, Forbes Advisor, Fortune Recommends, and more.

When she’s not traveling (or talking about travel), she is at home in Columbus, Ohio, with her husband, 11-year-old daughter, and 3 cats. You can follow her travel adventures on Instagram at @katiegoesthere.

Chris Hassan

Chris worked in hotels for years but became obsessed with points and miles when he realized he could fly to Brazil for almost free — and he’s been hooked ever since. Over the years, he’s earned and burned millions of points for unforgettable trips worldwide, from Japan and Hawaii to Walt Disney World with his family.

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I love street food (and a cold beer). Tokyo delivered! Image Credit: Chris Hassan

As co-host of “The Upgraded Points Podcast,” Chris brings a real-world, family-focused approach to travel rewards, sharing practical tips, clever hacks, and plenty of trial-and-error stories along the way. He’s also a writer and runs the social media channels at Upgraded Points, helping people maximize their points for the trips that matter most.

When he’s not flying, filming, or podcasting, Chris is home in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, with his wife and 2 kids, planning the next adventure (or recovering from the last one). Follow along at @chrisdhassan.

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Final Thoughts

“The Upgraded Points Podcast” is here! Check out new episodes of this travel podcast every Monday on YouTube, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. If you have questions or comments for the show, send an email to podcast@upgradedpoints.com.

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About Katie Corrigan Seemann

Katie has been in the points and miles game since 2015 and started her own blog in 2016. She’s been freelance writing since then, and her work has been featured in publications like Travel + Leisure, LongWeekends Magazine, AAA The Extra Mile, Forbes Advisor, and Fortune Recommends.

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