Parhaat Daily Drop Podcastit (2024)

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My Chat with Nate Buchanan: From Saving Two Million Miles to Founding Daily Drop 46:54

11d ago46:54

46:54

In this episode, we’re joined by the founder of Daily Drop and one half of Kara and Nate on YouTube, Nate Buchanan. He shares his journey from saving two million points to owning a Miles and Points company. He discusses how he got started in the Miles and Points game, the strategies he used to earn points, and how his redemption strategies have evo…

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How We’re Using Ultimate Rewards Points in 2024 24:32

25d ago24:32

24:32

In this episode, Mike and Megan discuss creative ways to use Chase Ultimate Rewards Points. They share personal examples of how they have used these points to book flights and hotels at incredible value. They highlight the flexibility and high value of Chase Ultimate Rewards Points, particularly when used with transfer partners like United and Virg…

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How To Justify The Annual Fee On A Card 16:53

1M ago16:53

16:53

In this episode, Mike answers one of our most common questions around here. He discusses how he justifies holding credit cards with high annual fees, using the Chase Sapphire Reserve as an example. Check out the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card here: https://www.dailydrop.com/credit-cards/chase-sapphire-reserve Keep Up With Daily Drop: Read the newsle…

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Mastering Sales Success: Insider secrets with Jason Friedman 44:20

2M ago44:20

44:20

Struggling to boost your sales or enhance your service ? Fear not, I've got the solution for you! Tune in to my latest podcast episode featuring Jason Friedman, the Chief Experience Officer at CX Formula. Together, we delve into the secrets behind successful sales and optimizing customer experiences. From understanding customer needs to personalizi…

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American Express Membership Rewards Deep Dive 23:09

2M ago23:09

23:09

In this episode, Megan dives deep into American Express Membership Rewards points. She explains the rules and limitations of American Express cards, the cards that earn Membership Rewards points, and how to earn additional points through Rakuten. Megan also discusses some secrets to earn more MR points. Enjoy! Resources: Favorite Amex MR earning ca…

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Mistakes We’ve Made Along The Way 41:04

2M ago41:04

41:04

In this episode, Mike and Megan are joined by Brendan from the Daily Drop Youtube channel to talk all about their mistakes. They cover topics such as booking upgraded hotel rooms with points, accidentally using the wrong free night award, using points for poor value, analysis paralysis in redemption, forgetting visa requirements, and passport expir…

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All About The Bilt and Alaska Airlines Partnership 19:38

2M ago19:38

19:38

In this episode, Mike discusses the major shakeup in the points and miles world, with Bilt Rewards adding Alaska Airlines as a transfer partner and why you should care about this! Resources: The Bilt Card: https://www.dailydrop.com/credit-cards/bilt-mastercard Episode Time Stamps: 01:24 Changes to Alaska Airlines loyalty program 05:09 Introduction …

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Travel and Adventure Show Speech Replay 37:04

3M ago37:04

37:04

In this very fun episode, we give you the recording of our speech that we hosted live at the Travel and Adventure Show Atlanta 2024. Megan and Mike talk you through how we visited over 50 countries last year thanks to the magic of miles and points! Resources: Slides: https://bit.ly/tasslidesdd YouTube version of this ep: https://youtu.be/XjRpjlHZYK…

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Why are people obsessed with Ultimate Rewards?! 26:20

3M ago26:20

26:20

In this episode, Megan provides an ultimate guide to Chase Ultimate Rewards. She explains what Ultimate Rewards are, how to earn them, and why people are kind of obsessed with them. She also explores the different cards that earn Ultimate Rewards and how to build a points family. Megan covers redemption options through the Chase portal and transfer…

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What's in Team Daily Drop's Wallet? 48:03

3M ago48:03

48:03

In this episode, we are joined by Megan, Mike, and Tiffany to chat about what's in our wallets and why?! We answer questions like what's one card we frequently reach for? What's a favorite co branded card we have? What's our strategy for choosing our next card? And we answer some questions from you! Resources from this episode: Top Cards: https://w…

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All about fifth freedom flights 17:05

4M ago17:05

17:05

In this episode, Mike discusses fifth freedom flights and their travel hacking implications. He highlights several airlines that operate fifth freedom routes, including Emirates, Singapore Airlines, Air France, Gulf Air, and Ethiopian Airlines. Resources: Weekend Round Up Newsletter: https://newsletter.dailydrop.com/forms/d7b781f6-5522-40bb-a818-f7…

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Sign Up Bonus Bonanza 28:14

4M ago28:14

28:14

In this episode, Mike and Megan (are back 🎉) discuss several exciting credit card offers. Who gets the spotlight… Southwest, World of Hyatt, Marriott, Capital One, and United. Resources: All elevated offers Here: https://www.dailydrop.com/ranked-credit-cards/increased-welcome-offers Southwest specific bonuses here: https://www.dailydrop.com/ranked-…

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6 Award Search Tools To Know About 26:44

4M ago26:44

26:44

In this episode, Megan discusses the importance of award search tools and shares six award search tools, 3 for flights and 3 for hotels. The question "How do I find award bookings?!" comes up a lot around here and these are tools to add to your search toolkit! Resources: Seats.aero: https://bit.ly/ddseatsaero Points Yeah: https://bit.ly/ddpointsyea…

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How to lead & grow a STARTUP team 10:45

4M ago10:45

10:45

Hey there! Amaury here, and I've just finished recording an exciting new episode titled "How to Lead & Grow a STARTUP Team." In this one, I'm going to share some of my most valuable insights and experiences as a founder and CEO, giving you practical strategies for managing and growing a technical team in your startup. First off, I dive into the cru…

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All about credit scores 24:54

4M ago24:54

24:54

In this episode, Mike discusses credit scores and credit card statements. He explains the components of a credit score, including payment history, utilization, average credit length, new credit, and credit mix. Episode Time Stamps: 00:00 Intro and the basics 00:57 Components of a Credit Score 02:21 Payment History and Utilization 02:49 Average Cred…

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Travel Hacking In 2 Player Mode 24:29

5M ago24:29

24:29

In this episode, Megan discusses the strategy of two-player mode in travel hacking. You’ll learn how to maximize your points with someone else, the various bank rules to keep in mind, how to manage annual fees, and more. Episode Time Stamps: 00:28 What is Two Player Mode? 01:24 The Two Player Mode Process 03:21 Example: Chase Sapphire Preferred 05:…

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Weekly Round Up: Jan 8 - Jan 12 11:37

5M ago11:37

11:37

Welcome to the weekly round up! Here we'll sum up what happened in the newsletter this week in 10 minutes. Monday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/my-current-favorite-travel-hack? Tuesday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/a-new-way-to-fly-to-mexico-with-points? Wednesday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/airline-status-match-through…

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Quick-Hit Travel Hacks You Don't Know About 19:48

5M ago19:48

19:48

In this episode, Mike shares lesser-known travel hacks that can help travelers maximize their experiences and rewards. He discusses booking unique accommodations with points and miles, earning extra loyalty points, using status matches for one-time perks, bidding for upgrades, and more. Keep Up With Daily Drop: Read the newsletter: https://www.dail…

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Yearly Round Up 2023 45:16

5M ago45:16

45:16

In this episode, Mike shares his 2023 travel stats and best hacks along the way! Find a newsletter referenced here: https://dailydrop.com/ Keep Up With Daily Drop: Join the Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dailydroplounge Check out our top cards: https://dailydrop.com/pages/our-top-credit-cards Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagra…

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Can you book an epic trip with $0 annual fee cards? 37:42

5M ago37:42

37:42

In this episode Megan and Mike set a challenge to create the best itinerary booked with points using only $0 annual fee cards… and it was a challenge! Tune in to hear 2 very different strategies for earning and redeeming points, plus we want you to vote on the best itinerary! Join the Daily Drop Lounge here to vote: https://www.facebook.com/groups/…

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Weekly Round Up: Dec 18 - Dec 22 10:59

5M ago10:59

10:59

Welcome to the weekly round up! Here we'll sum up what happened in the newsletter this week in 10 minutes. Monday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/what-i-d-do-if-i-could-only-travel-once-per-year?tid=podcast Tuesday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/major-award-sale-to-basically-everywhere?tid=podcast Wednesday: https://www.dailydrop.com…

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Around the world in business class… with hotel points 24:42

5M ago24:42

24:42

Join Mike and Megan as we dive in head first to the best travel hacking content. In this episode, we answer a handful of requests for points help. Including… A trip to Ecuador with Capital One miles… Off to Oktoberfest with Chase points (Reference resource, podcast on stopovers - https://podcast.dailydrop.com/2253039/13796833-how-to-book-stopovers-…

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Weekly Round Up: 12/11 - 12/15 11:58

6M ago11:58

11:58

Welcome to the weekly round up! Here we'll sum up what happened in the newsletter this week in 10 minutes. Monday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/this-hotel-just-launched-a-new-winter-promo-for-2024?tid=lounge Tuesday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/business-class-to-europe-for-15k-points?tid=lounge Wednesday: https://www.dailydrop.co…

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Upgrade, downgrade, or cancel? 22:50

6M ago22:50

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Join Mike and Megan as we dive in head first to the best travel hacking content. In this episode, we answer a listener's question about canceling or upgrading a card. We chat through the strategy of keep, upgrade, downgrade, cancel and when you should consider these options. Episode Time Stamps: 0:21 - Listener question 1:02 - Mike’s answer to the …

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Weekly Round Up: Dec 4 - Dec 8 11:48

6M ago11:48

11:48

Welcome to the weekly round up! Here we'll sum up what happened in the newsletter this week in 10 minutes. Monday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/my-11-day-126-trip-to-mexico?tid=podcast Tuesday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/double-transfer-bonus-bonanza?tid=podcast Wednesday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/alaska-is-buying-h…

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Hyatt Shakes Up Their Program (In a good way) 20:18

6M ago20:18

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Join Mike and Megan as we dive in head first to the best travel hacking content. In this episode we break down the 2024 changes to the World of Hyatt program. We share all of the new milestone rewards, the Guest of Honor changes, and share how this is positive for you whether you’re a casual traveler or full time on the road. Episode Resources: Rea…

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Weekly Round Up: Nov 27 - Dec 1 10:48

6M ago10:48

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Weekly Round Up: Nov 27 - Dec 1 Welcome to the weekly round up! Here we'll sum up what happened in the newsletter this week in 10 minutes. Monday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/how-to-find-and-book-qatar-qsuites? Tuesday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/red-alert-the-best-5-travel-deal-in-history? Wednesday: https://www.dailydrop.com/…

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Portals Part 3: Airline Edition 21:29

6M ago21:29

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Join Mike and Megan as we dive in head first to the best travel hacking content. In this episode we breakdown all things airline portals. Including what they are, how to use them, the best one out there, and if you even should be using one of these… Episode Resources: American Airlines Portal Newsletter: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/let-s-…

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Weekly Round-Up: Nov 20-24 10:32

6M ago10:32

10:32

Welcome to the weekly round-up! Here we'll sum up what happened in the newsletter this week in 10 minutes. If you want to explore these topics in further detail, here are links to the full newsletters: Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Keep Up With Daily Drop: Stay up to date with the newsletter: https://dailydrop.com/ Join the Lounge: https…

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Portals Part 2: Cashback Edition 22:44

6M ago22:44

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Join Mike and Megan as we dive in head first to the best travel hacking content. In this episode we breakdown all things cashback portals! Episode Resources: Cashback Monitor: https://cashbackmonitor.com/ Rakuten: https://s.dailydrop.com/lounge_rakuten Rakuten Video Walkthrough: https://youtu.be/ZLH_8mwvUCo Capital One Shopping: https://www.dailydr…

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Weekly Round Up: Nov 13-17 11:20

7M ago11:20

11:20

Welcome to the weekly round up! Here we'll sum up what happened in the newsletter this week in 10 minutes. Monday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/get-bonus-miles-with-united-s-mile-play-promo?tid=podcast Tuesday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/stories-from-the-man-who-s-seen-every-country-twice?tid=podcast Wednesday: https://www.daily…

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All about portals, Qatar changed their mind, and booking for a large family 58:33

7M ago58:33

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Join Mike and Megan as we dive in head first to the best travel hacking content. In this episode we: Update you on the Jet Blue and Qatar partnership we shared last week Answer all of your questions on booking travel through portals Points Help: A family of 7 to Ireland (flights, hotels, and rental cars) And more… Keep Up With Daily Drop: Stay up t…

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How To Get Hotel Benefits Without Elite Status 41:23

7M ago41:23

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Join Mike and Megan as we dive in head first to the best travel hacking content. In this episode we… How to get taxes and fees refunded when canceling a trip Break down the new Jet Blue and Qatar partnership news and why this rocks 3 ways to get hotel elite status benefits without having any status Reader question on canceling your oldest card And …

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Travel Hacking 101 | Bonus Episode 51:00

7M ago51:00

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Join Megan for this bonus episode created for our newbie travel hackers! She breaks down beginner concepts to get you started + answers submitted questions from you on: ✈️ How to search through all of the airlines... ✈️ Points expiring... ✈️ Is it worth it to just pay cash sometimes? ✈️ When is the best time to start searching for awards flights? ✈…

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Credit card show down: Southwest Edition 45:08

7M ago45:08

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Join Mike and Megan as we dive in head first to the best travel hacking content. In this episode we… Get into a fight about Scotland Tell you our long time favorite travel hacking tool Credit card show down - Southwest edition Answer a listener's question about booking in portals And more… Episode Resources: Daily Drop on Southwest mentioned Compan…

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Are the new Hilton card updates worth it? 1:06:04

7M ago1:06:04

1:06:04

Join Mike and Megan as we dive in head first to the best travel hacking content. In this episode, we talk about: Delta… one more time?! Backtracking on their changes Hilton Aspire and Surpass changes, are they worth it?! How to use Capital One miles And more… Keep Up With Daily Drop: Stay up to date with the newsletter: https://dailydrop.com/ Join …

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Trip Report: Around The World Trip | Bonus Ep 55:47

8M ago55:47

55:47

Join Mike for this trip report, bonus episode! He breaks down all of the money saving hacks along the way. You'll hear: A full breakdown of how Mike booked a 49 day around the world trip Flying Blue miles to maximize on Asian & African airlines Saving your money or your miles on economy seats and how to decide when to do this Best hotels along the …

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How To Book Stopovers, A New Transfer Bonus, And A Hostile Takeover 1:12:33

8M ago1:12:33

1:12:33

Join Mike and Megan as we dive in head first to the best travel hacking content. In this episode, we talk about: Choice Hotels making big moves New Amex family language and upgrades (?) to the Business Gold All about Stopovers + our favorite programs to make them happen Answering our first award request live! Chase points to get to the South Pacifi…

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Sweet Spots: What they are and our favorites 1:05:12

8M ago1:05:12

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Join Mike and Megan as we dive in head first to the best travel hacking content. In this episode, we talk about: An update on Megan’s lost Bilt points A note about Marriott cards Star Alliance has its eye on seat search tools Sweet spots you need to know about for flights and hotels! We want to help you book your next trip on points… And more… Epis…

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Trip Report: Traveling With 7 To Scotland | Bonus Ep 46:08

8M ago46:08

46:08

Join Megan for this special bonus episode! She's taking a deep dive into her recent, very special trip to Scotland (spoiler alert: there was a wedding ❤️). But even if you're not hearing wedding bells in the near future, this episode is packed with travel hacks. You'll hear: A full breakdown of how she booked 7 seats for only 121,000 points Why (an…

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Status Matches and How To Earn 1 Million Points 58:08

8M ago58:08

58:08

Join Mike and Megan as we dive in head first to the best travel hacking content. In this episode, we talk about: Mike accidentally crosses a border and gets stuck Megan finally gets Global Entry… but maybe made a mistake? Let’s talk Status Matches (calling all former Delta loyalists) How to earn 1 million Marriott points Answering a reader question…

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Credit card showdown, mediocre hotel stays, and traveling with a party of 7 52:17

8M ago52:17

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Welcome to The Daily Drop Podcast, say what?! Join Mike and Megan as we dive in head first to the best travel hacking content. In this episode, we talk about: Mike's current okay Hyatt stay + a pretty sweet way to get a free hotel in Addis Ababa Megan's recent destination wedding with family travel hacks galore Hyatt's current Bonus Journeys Promot…

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Guest Pod: Progress Texas Daily Dispatch, August 31 2023 8:29

9M ago8:29

8:29

TODAY IS THE LAST DAY that Chris' new podcast for Progress Texas will appear on this feed! If you've enjoyed it, please find its permanent home on the Progress Texas Podcasts feed on the platform of your choice. Stories we're following this morning at Progress Texas: The "Death Star" law, designed for state pre-emption of a wide range of local ordi…

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Guest Pod: Progress Texas Daily Dispatch, August 30 2023 9:46

9M ago9:46

9:46

We continue hosting Chris' new podcast for Progress Texas for a couple more days! As of Friday, it will be available only on the main Progress Texas Podcasts feed - if you haven't yet, please take a moment now to find that feed and subscribe! A whistleblower report accuses intelligence officers with Operation Lone Star of conducting illegal spying …

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Guest Pod: Progress Texas Daily Dispatch, August 29 2023 8:19

9M ago8:19

8:19

We continue hosting Chris' new podcast for Progress Texas, but for just a few more days! As of Friday, it can be found on the Progress Texas Podcasts feed - please take a moment to locate and subscribe there. Governor Greg Abbott makes highly arguable statements about Texas' "sovereignty" in a national op-ed: https://nypost.com/2023/08/28/texas-gov…

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Guest Pod: Progress Texas Daily Dispatch, August 28 2023 10:06

9M ago10:06

10:06

We continue hosting Chris' new podcast for Progress Texas - which will only be posted to the Austin Daily Drop feed for a few more days, wrapping up on Thursday 8/31. If you're enjoying it, and haven't yet subscribed to the main Progress Texas feed - now's the time to do that! Stories we're following this morning at Progress Texas: A new law will p…

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Guest Pod: Progress Texas Daily Dispatch, August 25 2023 8:00

9M ago8:00

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We continue hosting Chris' new podcast for Progress Texas for the rest of the month! Please head to the Progress Texas Podcasts feed on your chosen pod platform, and subscribe - that will be the Daily Dispatch's permanent home as of September. ERCOT and the Texas power grid narrowly avoided rolling blackouts last night - what's in store for this ho…

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Guest Pod: Progress Texas Daily Dispatch, August 24 2023 8:54

9M ago8:54

8:54

We continue hosting Chris' new podcast for Progress Texas for the rest of August - beyond that, the Progress Texas Podcasts feed will be its permanent home. Please go there and subscribe! Stories we're following this morning at Progress Texas: A Trump-appointed judge in Victoria will hear arguments over the Biden administration's humanitarian parol…

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Guest Pod: Progress Texas Daily Dispatch, August 23 2023 7:44

9M ago7:44

7:44

We continue through August hosting Chris' new podcast for Progress Texas! The Progress Texas Podcasts feed will be its permanent home, so if you're enjoying, take a moment and subscribe there. Stories we're following this morning at Progress Texas: Texas journalists seeking access to an encrypted e-mail account owned by Attorney General Ken Paxton …

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Guest Pod: Progress Texas Daily Dispatch, August 22, 2023 7:52

9M ago7:52

7:52

We're continuing to host Chris' new podcast for Progress Texas through the month of August! If you're enjoying it, please subscribe to the Progress Texas Podcasts feed on the platform of your choice - that will be its permanent home. Stories we're following this morning at Progress Texas: The Biden administration and the government of Mexico face o…

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