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Points Rookie

Points Rookie

Written by: Lane Walberg
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Ready to travel more, spend less, and finally understand points and miles? Welcome to The Points Rookie.

From clueless to confident — one trip at a time.

Hosted by Lane, a natural educator and storyteller, this podcast turns the confusing world of travel rewards into something simple, fun, and confidence‑boosting. No jargon. No insider attitude. Just clear explanations, real examples, and practical steps you can use right away.

Each episode breaks down the essentials — from choosing your first travel card to understanding transfer partners, earning points on everyday spending, planning your first redemption, and avoiding rookie mistakes. You’ll learn the language, the strategy, and the shortcuts that make free and low‑cost travel possible, even if you’re starting from zero.

Expect:

• Beginner‑friendly lessons that actually make sense

• Easy explanations and real‑world examples

• Guest episodes with approachable experts

• A warm, supportive vibe that makes you feel like you’re learning with a friend

If you’ve ever heard someone say “I’m 4/24, stacking portals for a SUB,” and thought, “I understood none of that,” this is your new home.

The Points Rookie helps you earn smarter, redeem better, and travel more — from clueless to confident, one episode at a time.

2026 Lane Walberg Economics Self-Help Success
Episodes
  • Episode 3- Credit Scores to unlock Points and Miles

    Episode 3- Credit Scores to unlock Points and Miles
    Feb 16 2026

    The conversation delves into the importance of credit score, factors affecting credit score, real-life examples of credit card usage, monitoring and protecting credit, improving credit score, busting credit score myths, understanding credit card acceptance, key factors in credit score, and an action plan for managing credit effectively.

    https://buymeacoffee.com/pointsrookie

    Capital One Venture or Venture X

    https://i.capitalone.com/J4S3xG61i

    Chase Sapphire Preferred or Reserve

    https://www.referyourchasecard.com/19u/EK6U3QE3IJ

    American Express Gold

    https://americanexpress.com/en-us/referral/gold-card?ref=LANEW9EJ8&xl=cp108t


    Takeaways

    • Credit score is crucial for travel rewards
    • Payment history and credit utilization are key factors in credit score

    Chapters

    • 00:00 The Importance of Credit Score
    • 05:46 Monitoring and Protecting Your Credit
    • 14:02 Understanding Credit Card Acceptance
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    19 mins
  • Ep 2- Your First Travel Card: What to Pick and Why

    Ep 2- Your First Travel Card: What to Pick and Why
    Feb 2 2026

    The conversation covers the importance of choosing the right credit card for maximizing travel rewards, understanding the value of transferable points, and avoiding rookie mistakes in credit card selection. It also provides a framework for choosing the first card and a detailed overview of five recommended credit cards, each catering to different preferences and needs. The discussion concludes with the exciting possibilities offered by sign-up bonuses and the value they bring to travel rewards enthusiasts.

    Takeaways

    • Choosing the right credit card is crucial for maximizing travel rewards.
    • Understanding the value of transferable points is essential for beginners.

    Credit Card Links:

    Capital One Venture or Venture X

    https://i.capitalone.com/J4S3xG61i

    Chase Sapphire Reserve or Preferred

    https://www.referyourchasecard.com/19u/EK6U3QE3IJ

    American Express Gold

    https://americanexpress.com/en-us/referral/gold-card?ref=LANEW9EJ8&xl=cp108t

    Chapters

    • 00:00 Exciting Possibilities with Sign-Up Bonuses
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    20 mins
  • Episode 0- Why start the Points Rookie for credit card rewards

    Episode 0- Why start the Points Rookie for credit card rewards
    Jan 23 2026

    The Points Rookie podcast is created to provide beginner-friendly guidance on points and miles, making travel more accessible and empowering. Lane Walberg shares his personal motivation and purpose behind the podcast, emphasizing the importance of creating memories and making travel achievable for everyone.

    Takeaways

    • Beginner-friendly approach
    • Empowering travel experiences

    Chapters

    • 00:00 The Purpose of The Points Rookie Podcast
    • 05:13 Target Audience and Promise to Listeners
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    8 mins
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