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All About Change

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How do we build an inclusive world? Hear intimate and in-depth conversations with changemakers on disability rights, youth mental health advocacy, prison reform, grassroots activism, and more. First-hand stories about activism, change, and courage from people who are changing the world: from how a teen mom became the Planned Parenthood CEO, to NBA player Kevin Love on mental health in professional sports, to Beetlejuice actress Geena Davis on Hollywood’s role in women’s rights. All About Change is hosted by Jay Ruderman, whose life’s work is seeking social justice and inclusion for people with disabilities worldwide. Join Jay as he interviews iconic guests who have gone through adversity and harnessed their experiences to better the world. This show ultimately offers the message of hope that we need to keep going. All About Change is a production of the Ruderman Family Foundation. Listen and subscribe to All About Change wherever you get podcasts. https://allaboutchangepodcast.com/

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Join Australian Frequent Flyer editor Matt Graham and other experts from the travel industry for the latest frequent flyer news, tips and travel stories each month!

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Join Australian Frequent Flyer editor Matt Graham and other experts from the travel industry for the latest frequent flyer news, tips and travel stories each month!

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#Aviation #Society #Travel #Lifestyle #Australia #Matt Graham and Chris Chamberlin #Chris Chamberlin #Matt Graham

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Episode 11 - When Travel Goes Wrong 36:02

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Have you ever got yourself into a sticky situation while travelling? How did you get out of it, and what would you do differently next time? In Travel Pointers Episode 11, join Matt Graham and Wilson McTaggart as they talk about their worst travel mistakes! Even the most experienced travellers have issues, so the pair discuss what's gone wrong on their travels and the ways you can avoid any problems. Each episode begins with a discussion of some of the recent Australian travel and frequent flyer news. In this episode: Malaysia Airlines resumes Kuala Lumpur-Brisbane route Thailand now requires a digital arrivals card AMP Bank launches new Qantas Point-earning bank account Bankwest discontinues its existing Qantas transaction account Qantas begins renovations of its Auckland lounges Qantas changes to the Cathay Pacific lounge at Vancouver Bangkok airport lounge access changes Here's where you can also find more information about other topics discussed in this episode: The 'have you made any travel mistakes lately' thread Wilson's VietJet Air A330 review Matt's experience attempting to claim EU261 compensation from Iberia Credit card travel insurance comparison The AFF MasterClass (Sydney 6 September)…

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Episode 10 - How to Find Cheap Flights 30:45

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In Travel Pointers Episode 10, Matt and Wilson chat about finding cheap flights! The pair talk about the strategies they use to save money and find cheaper flights to destinations including Asia, Europe and North America, for both Economy and premium cabins. The pair also discuss Virgin Australia's flights to Doha, and recent updates about the service. Each episode begins with a discussion of some of the recent Australian travel and frequent flyer news. In this episode: Fiji Airways joins Oneworld British Airways loyalty program rebrands to British Airways Club, changes status calculations Amex and PayRewards allow transfers to British Airways Club Avios Loganair now uses Avios Qatar Airways Privilege Club adds Garuda Indonesia United begin flights to Adelaide New information about the VA flights to Doha Here's where you can also find more information about other topics discussed in this episode: How to use Google Flights Strategies for cheap Business Class flights to Europe Finnair, Turkish and Lufthansa round-the-world fares Oneworld Explorer Guide Wilson's Vietjet review…

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Episode 9 - Travel Tips for Japan 26:05

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In Travel Pointers Episode 9, Matt and Wilson talk all things Japan! Find out why so many Aussies are going there, what we like about it the most, and which airlines you can fly to get there. The pair also chat about Velocity moving to spend-based status, and whether Qantas will follow suit. Each episode begins with a discussion of some of the recent Australian travel and frequent flyer news. In this episode: Qantas Auckland Lounge renovations Cathay Pacific award chart changes Southwest Airlines changes Velocity Status changes Here's where you can also find more information about other topics discussed in this episode: Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto hotel prices exploding Matt's review of All Nippon Airways (ANA) Economy Class…

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Episode 8 - How to Use Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Miles 33:19

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In Travel Pointers Episode 8, Matt and Wilson explain everything you need to know about redeeming Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer miles. It’s a great program with tons of Business Class award availability in and out of Australia, so it’s worth taking the time to get to know it! The pair discuss the quirks you need to be aware of when using Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer, as well as certain sweet spots that can make your miles go further! Each episode begins with a discussion of some of the recent Australian travel and frequent flyer news. In this episode: Qantas reveals new Classic Reward charts Hawaiian Airlines ends Virgin Australia partnership Emirates brings "game-changer" First Class onto Melbourne-Dubai New alternative to Melbourne's Skybus begins service Qantas launch new March 2025 Double Status Credit promotion Here's where you can also find more information about other topics discussed in this episode: Transfer KrisFlyer miles to Velocity Matt's Singapore Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8 Business Class review The best credit cards to earn KrisFlyer miles How to fly around the world with KrisFlyer miles KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes promotion Learn more about Frequent Flyer Concierge…

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Episode 7 - How to Find Reward Flight Availability in 2025 31:10

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In Travel Pointers Episode 7, Matt and Wilson explain how to find reward flight availability in 2025 - especially if you want to redeem your frequent flyer points for Business Class tickets. The pair discuss the latest reward flight trends, the airlines and routes which have the most reward seats, and the strategies you need to find them. Over recent years, airlines have drastically changed the way they release reward seats. So the approach you need to take has changed as well! Each episode begins with a discussion about recent Australian travel and frequent flyer news. In this episode: Qantas Relaunches Seasonal Sapporo Flights Singapore Airlines Adds Garuda, Ends Virgin Atlantic Partnership Hilton Honors Status Match Challenge Here’s where you can find more information about other topics discussed in this episode: Australian Frequent Flyer webinars AFF member trip report: A super short and roundabout trip to Tokyo via the Middle East and Europe in (mostly) F Learn more about Frequent Flyer Concierge…

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Episode 6 - Qantas Frequent Flyer Changes & A Deep Dive Into Qatar Airways 42:09

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Welcome to a new year of the Travel Pointers podcast! After a break over the summer holidays, we’re back with not just a new episode, but also a new format. From 2025, Travel Pointers is becoming an Australian Frequent Flyer (AFF) podcast. Of course, we’ll still share lots of tips to help you make the most of your frequent flyer points, tell lots of entertaining travel stories, and interview guests from the travel industry. With the change of format also comes a new co-host. From this episode, AFF Editor Matt Graham will be joined by AFF content writer and senior Frequent Flyer Concierge consultant Wilson McTaggart. Wilson shares Matt’s passion for travel and is an expert in frequent flyer programs. In Episode 6 of the Travel Pointers podcast, Matt and Wilson discuss their thoughts on the recent changes announced to the Qantas Frequent Flyer program. They also talk in depth about Qatar Airways, from the history of the “World’s Best Airline”, to its fight for more traffic rights into Australia, to its on-board products and services. Both Matt and Wilson have recently flown with Qatar Airways. They talk about the unusual ways they each booked their tickets, as well as their (excellent) experiences on board. Finally, you'll hear about the epic delivery flights from Canada to Australia of QantasLink’s newest Dash 8 planes. Here’s where you can find more information about other topics discussed in this episode: Overview of the 2025 Qantas Frequent Flyer program changes Australian Frequent Flyer Training courses Qantas receives first of 14 Dash 8s from WestJet The AFF 2025 annual member gathering in Melbourne (21-23 November 2025) Virgin Australia launching flights to Doha Wilson’s Qatar Airways Boeing 777 Qsuite review (Doha-Manila)…

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Episode 5 - Interview with Velocity Frequent Flyer CEO Nick Rohrlach 45:03

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In episode 5 of the Travel Pointers podcast , Velocity Frequent Flyer CEO Nick Rohrlach joins Matt and Chris to talk about the recent changes to Virgin Australia's loyalty program. In this interview, find out why Velocity is making status harder to earn, why Velocity is launching a Forever Gold tier, what the enhanced partnership with Qatar Airways means for frequent flyers, and lots more! Also in this episode, find out why next year could be the ideal time to visit Mongolia. It's not a country many people really consider travelling to, but it's an up-and-coming destination with lots to offer tourists. Plus, until the end of 2025, Australians don't need a visa to travel there. Each episode begins with a discussion about recent Australian travel and frequent flyer news. In this episode: Virgin Australia slashes Economy Flex airfares Virgin and Etihad are ending their partnership in 2025 Etihad status match for Australian Velocity members Qantas status match for New Zealand residents You can now transfer Altitude and Amplify points to Everyday Rewards (and then Qantas) Fiji Airways will fly to Cairns Here’s where you can also find more information about other topics discussed in this episode: Learn more about AFF memberships Subscribe to the Point Hacks reward seat alerts newsletter Read a review of Matt's flight on a MIAT Mongolian Airlines Boeing 767…

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Episode 4 - Major Velocity Frequent Flyer Changes & Lord Howe Island 55:17

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In Travel Pointers Episode 4, Matt and Chris share their thoughts and opinions about the changes Virgin Australia is making to its Velocity Frequent Flyer program over the next year. These include changes to the way flyers earn and redeem points, the introduction of Platinum Plus and Forever Gold status, and Virgin making status much harder for most people to earn. With Qantas just retiring its last Boeing 717, Chris and Matt reflect on the iconic plane that's graced Australian skies for almost 25 years. The pair also discuss the what the recent news regarding air service to Lord Howe Island means for frequent flyers. Qantas currently flies to this island paradise between Australia and New Zealand, and this flight is one of the best uses of Qantas Points. But with Qantas soon retiring the only plane in its fleet capable of operating this service, it's doing some succession planning. Each episode begins with a discussion about recent Australian travel and frequent flyer news. In this episode: Qatar Airways eyes 25% stake in Virgin Australia Qantas adds reward seats with Oman Air Qantas Adds Airlink Codeshares Australia's Incoming Passenger Card Finally on the Way Out QantasLink Retires Its Last Boeing 717 Qantas Adds Flights to Palau Welcome Change to Qantas Flight Credits You Can Now Convert Amex Points to Alaska Miles (via HawaiianMiles) Here’s where you can also find more information about other topics discussed in this episode: Compare credit cards on Point Hacks Summary of the changes to Velocity Frequent Flyer AFF discussion thread about the Velocity program changes AFF's Meetings & Social Events forum Qantas Retreating from Lord Howe Island in 2026…

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Episode 3 - Our First Times in First Class & Easy Ways to Earn Points 43:48

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In Travel Pointers Episode 3, Matt and Chris discuss how they earn Qantas and Velocity Points in ways other than the obvious methods of flying and through credit cards. This includes several ways to earn frequent flyer points in Australia for free. Your hosts also talk about the first time they each flew internationally in First Class. They weren't rich nor famous, but they did have enough Qantas Points to book seats on (different) Emirates flights! Each episode begins with a discussion about recent Australian travel and frequent flyer news. In this episode: Turkish Airlines Will Fly to Sydney via Kuala Lumpur Emirates set to withdraw from Singapore-Melbourne Qantas to Replace Jetstar on Melbourne-Honolulu Qatar Airways Increases “Reward Fees” Qantas Offers Status Renewals with Points Here’s where you can also find more information about other topics discussed in this episode: Subscribe to the Point Hacks reward seat alerts newsletter How Point Hacks writer Brandon Loo easily earned 10,000 bonus points with gift cards The latest Everyday Rewards gift card bonus point offers The latest Flybuys gift card bonus point offers Learn more about AFF memberships How to transfer Velocity Points to KrisFlyer miles More information about the AFF Brisbane gathering (18-20 October 2024)…

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Episode 2 - Airplane Seat Selection Strategies & Status Matches 43:10

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Point Hacks News Editor Chris Chamberlin and Australian Frequent Flyer Editor Matt Graham explain how they ended up in a window seat without a window, after a seat selection mishap - and discuss the tools and strategies you can use to avoid making the same error! Plus, find out how you can leverage your current elite status with one airline to get a free status match with other airlines including Qantas, Turkish Airlines, Etihad Airways and Vietnam Airlines. Each episode begins with a discussion about recent Australian travel and frequent flyer news. In this episode: Qantas Reveals A321XLR Cabin Interiors Aviation White Paper Lets Down Australian Consumers Australians to Finally get US Global Entry in 2025 Virgin Australia Orders Embraer E190 Jets The Next Airlines to Join Oneworld, SkyTeam & Star Alliance Qantas Surprising Platinum Flyers with Free Upgrades Here’s where you can also find more information about other topics discussed in this episode: Subscribe to the Point Hacks reward seat alerts newsletter Where to find accurate airline seat maps Learn more about AFF memberships Learn more about AFF webinars Vietnam Airlines Status Match Etihad Status Match Turkish Airlines Status Match Qantas Tier Accelerator Challenge…

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Episode 1 – Around the World with Qantas Points & Central Asia Calling 42:14

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Point Hacks News Editor Chris Chamberlin and Australian Frequent Flyer Editor Matt Graham explain how to use your Qantas Frequent Flyer points to fly around the globe, including in Business Class, with the Oneworld Classic Flight Reward. Plus, find out why Central Asia could be one of the world's most underrated tourist destinations! Each episode begins with a discussion about recent Australian travel and frequent flyer news. In this episode: Qantas’ new flights to Paris Qantas Club’s new Flexible membership option Rex in voluntary administration Australians can now visit China without a visa Here’s where you can also find more information about other topics discussed in this episode: Learn more about AFF memberships AFF’s guide to the Qantas Oneworld Classic Flight Reward Subscribe to the Point Hacks reward seat alerts newsletter Read a review of Matt and Chris' Etihad flight from Sydney to Abu Dhabi Read a review of Matt and Chris’ flight from Samarkand to Almaty on FlyArystan…

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