Josh is back for this latest wide-ranging episode of the Spending Time with Benjy podcast. As expected, Benjy can hardly keep up with everything Josh has been involved in since his last appearance. They discuss three possibly-new Bonvoy Business Amex cards, a couple Amtrak updates, an...
2025-08-14 19:58:48 +0000 UTC View Post
On this episode we go over Joe's recent 16 day trip to Japan including some of the more interesting things he did, the hotels, transport and yes a little Disney.
2025-08-03 17:26:08 +0000 UTC View Post
On the heels of her most recent trip, Kristin returns to Spending Time. She's also returned to her favorite bank and picked up a handful of new cards. Benjy next covers the Citi Strata Elite news; he's slightly more interested in it than Kristin. A new Rakuten Amex card exists, ...
2025-07-24 15:54:58 +0000 UTC View Post
Dave's back for an extended session. He's picked up a few interesting cards, where Benjy hasn't succeeded. The pair cover a slew of other new card offers, Dave's Chase Sapphire Reserve opinions, and Benjy's Pay Yourself Back thoughts. Next, Dave opens his grab bag: considering t...
2025-07-09 15:55:05 +0000 UTC View Post
Raymond kills the vibe with all of his recent shutdowns. But first, he shares his recent spending adventures with Benjy. Predictably, Chase then takes over the majority of the episode. The pair reconcile all of the confounding Sapphire Reserve developments, mostly agreeing along...
2025-06-25 15:18:53 +0000 UTC View Post
Chance is back to talk about a plethora of developments. He and Benjy discuss their latest antics, then reflect on the loss of PayPal Bill Pay. After touching on Fluz and WU, the pair focus on a few noteworthy card developments. Chase is up first, followed by Walmart's return to...
2025-06-11 14:44:57 +0000 UTC View Post
Larry returns for an earlier-than-usual episode. After pouring one out for Bluebird and Serve, Benjy and Larry consider a few recent Citi developments and an elevated Alaska Business card offer. They next go niche, describing GM card changes and their recent Comenity and Synchrony act...
2025-05-23 14:35:25 +0000 UTC View PostHey everyone! We have updated the group rules and norms a bit to clarify some policies. Our goal is to make the community the very best for members and all of these rules/norms are designed to help facilitate that. Feel free to reach out with any questions.
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2025-05-19 19:53:05 +0000 UTC View Post
Despite getting his fill of Benjy at the Virginia Beach meetup, Josh joins him for this latest episode. The pair start with a bit of meetup talk, then Benjy shares his general distaste for rumors and hypotheticals. They subsequently chat about exactly that with the Chase Sapphire Rese...
2025-05-14 23:49:25 +0000 UTC View Post
Welcome to the brand new Shawn & Joe show exclusive to Diamond! This show will be an informal catchup for the former MTM Travel hosts, plus unique insights, Q&A for Diamond members and more.
2025-04-28 19:04:18 +0000 UTC View Post
Dave's back with Benjy carrying a mixed bag of developments. He shares his significantly-changed spend strategy. The pair discuss a slew of welcome offers on increasingly-niche cards. After a passing glance at Fluz, they spend a big chunk of time on American Airlines. The bad ne...
2025-04-23 19:02:50 +0000 UTC View Post
Kristin joins Benjy to fill everyone in on her recent exploits. They consider an outstanding offer on the most-discussed card in the points and travel hobby. Benjy raves about the recent Pay Yourself Back updates, but it's not all good news with Chase. They discuss a negative de...
2025-04-09 16:16:42 +0000 UTC View Post
Raymond's back with Benjy to share his wide-ranging activities. The pair change up the format this time based on some substantial changes involving Amex. After that extended grieving session, Raymond shares what he's been up to, and Benjy gathers up his recent highlights. Benjy ...
2025-03-26 14:31:12 +0000 UTC View Post
Chance joins the show and predictably laps Benjy's latest activities in the first few minutes. Benjy regales everyone with his recent Saks standoff. The pair considers a few different elevated welcome offers, some not involving Amex! Both think the Southwest earning devaluation ...
2025-03-07 00:54:25 +0000 UTC View Post
Larry, his festive shirt, and most personable chihuahua join Benjy this time. They trade stories on what they are and aren't up to. Benjy clearly flip-flops on certain Amex cards and isn't afraid to admit it. The twosome discuss a few potential upcoming offers and how they're pl...
2025-02-26 19:35:47 +0000 UTC View Post
Josh is back earlier than he planned, and Kristin joins the fun, as well. They experienced shutdowns courtesy of our favorite big bank today and share their experiences with Benjy. As of recording, Benjy's story is a bit different, and he discusses his current short- and long-te...
2025-02-18 03:44:52 +0000 UTC View Post
Josh returns to talk with Benjy about much more than his usual topic. After Josh spikes the Super Bowl football, he and Benjy cover their recent spending activities. They consider a few elevated Amex welcome offers but quickly move beyond news. Josh shares his recent success wit...
2025-02-12 19:43:13 +0000 UTC View Post
Kristin's back to dissect all things our hobby. She and Benjy get right at it with their recent spending exploits. They then consider the new JetBlue Premier card; Benjy's just as perplexed about what "Paisly" is as much as its misspelling. The twosome solve that by moving onto ...
2025-01-29 14:47:32 +0000 UTC View Post
Well-behaved Dave returns to Spending Time to share his spending activity. Benjy's also spreading things out, albeit on (mostly) different cards. They discuss a no-brainer Bank of America card they're each pursuing. Next, Dave and Benjy compare notes on a best-ever Amex Blue Bus...
2025-01-15 15:36:50 +0000 UTC View Post
Benjy somehow convinces all six rotating guests to join him for the first Spending Time episode of 2025. The group discusses the Amex Business Platinum's new Hilton credit and the impossibility of consuming something that doesn't end. They subsequently cover 2024 highlights, their rec...
2025-01-03 20:22:32 +0000 UTC View Post
Benjy returns with a very special guest to talk about a very special topic, American Express Fine Hotels & Resorts. Come enjoy the conversation, where absolutely all of your possible FHR questions will be perfectly answered.
2024-12-18 20:25:44 +0000 UTC View Post
Chance is back to share his recent exploits. He and Benjy start the episode sharing highlights from the recent Diamond meetup in Long Beach. Followed by Benjy's shameless plug for the 2025 meetups, Chance launches into his recent spending behavior. Benjy does a poor job by compa...
2024-12-11 16:22:25 +0000 UTC View PostLarry returns for a wide-ranging episode. The pair start with their Synchrony-heavy spending the past few weeks. After briefly lamenting a negative Bank of America change, they brighten the mood with Amex talk, of course. Benjy catches Larry up on his card approvals and a denial...
2024-11-27 17:30:55 +0000 UTC View Post
Josh is back for another Fluz-centered episode. Benjy does his best to delay the inevitable. After the pair cover their recent spend activity, they discuss a few Amex elevated signup bonuses. Chase is apparently launching a Business version of the Reserve, and one is more intere...
2024-11-14 15:53:37 +0000 UTC View PostJosh is back for another Fluz-centered episode. Benjy does his best to delay the inevitable. After the pair cover their recent spend activity, they discuss a few Amex elevated signup bonuses. Chase is apparently launching a Business version of the Reserve, and one is more intere...
2024-11-14 15:53:15 +0000 UTC View PostHey everyone! I apologize for the delay on getting this out. We had originally planned to do the Spring meetup in Asheville, but those plans had to change after the unfortunate weather events. With that said, here is what we are looking forward to in 2025. Can’t wait to see many of you!
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2024-10-30 19:23:48 +0000 UTC View Post
Kristin returns to chaperone Benjy and his increasingly niche data points while sharing her more practical ones. Kristin's killing it with Bank of America lately, and she wastes no time getting into those details. Benjy can't withhold his apathy for the new SAS promotion and Citi TYP ...
2024-10-23 15:11:00 +0000 UTC View PostKristin returns to chaperone Benjy and his increasingly niche data points while sharing her more practical ones. Kristin's killing it with Bank of America lately, and she wastes no time getting into those details. Benjy can't withhold his apathy for the new SAS promotion and Citi TYP ...
2024-10-23 15:09:16 +0000 UTC View Post
Benjy welcomes Dave back to Spending Time for his unique perspective. He updates us on his spending exploits, much revolving around requalifying for the Southwest Companion Pass. The pair discuss the day's Fluz outage and how neutralizing such a wrinkle can be. Benjy unpacks his...
2024-10-09 16:07:21 +0000 UTC View Post
Benjy welcomes Dave back to Spending Time for his unique perspective. He updates us on his spending exploits, much revolving around requalifying for the Southwest Companion Pass. The pair discuss the day's Fluz outage and how neutralizing such a wrinkle can be. Benjy unpacks his...
2024-10-09 16:06:57 +0000 UTC View Post