The Kevin Rose Show

All The Hacks: Life, Finance and Health (#49)

Mar 4, 2024

Chris Hutchins, a life, finance, and health hacker, shares his vast knowledge on optimizing life without breaking the bank. He dives into leveraging travel points for luxurious adventures and innovative biohacking methods for longevity. Discussions on mastering credit card rewards unveil strategies for maximizing benefits, while practical tips on safeguarding personal information emphasize the digital age's risks. With insights on property tax hacks and the importance of preventive healthcare, Chris provides actionable advice to enhance everyday life.

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Quick takeaways

Optimizing life through various hacks can lead to significant improvements in daily outcomes while minimizing expenses.

Awareness of data privacy risks highlights the necessity of using tools like 'Delete Me' to protect personal information from breaches.

Strategically using credit card points for travel can enhance experiences, allowing individuals to enjoy luxury travel at a fraction of the cost.

Integrating biohacking practices encourages healthier habits and longevity, emphasizing proactive health measures like regular assessments and exercise.

Deep dives

The Value of Life Hacks

Optimizing life through various hacks is highlighted as a priority for improved outcomes without significant expenses. The conversation emphasizes growing awareness of tips and tricks that enhance day-to-day living, from leveraging credit card points for travel to increasing health and longevity through biohacking. The speaker notes that making small changes can yield significant results, driving the point that being resourceful is essential. Personal anecdotes underscore the effectiveness of these strategies in achieving better quality of life outcomes.

Intro

5min

Journey Through Friendship and Luxury Travel

9min

Maximizing Credit Card Points: Strategies and Insights

2min

Mastering Credit Card Rewards

10min

Biohacking for Family Health

6min

Navigating Weight Loss and Medications

16min

Navigating Health Diagnostics and Authentic Sponsorship

2min

Building the Perfect Sauna: Insights from Finnish Research

3min

Optimizing Sauna Design for Enhanced Experience

3min

10.

Exploring Optimal Sauna Heating Solutions

2min

11.

Exploring Sauna Options: Prices and Preferences

2min

12.

Embracing Cold Plunges

4min

13.

Enhancing Health Through Cold Plunges and AI Insights

12min

14.

The Future of Affordable Preventative Healthcare

2min

15.

Unlocking Savings: Navigating Property Tax Assessments

4min

16.

Navigating Property Tax Challenges

3min

17.

Protecting Personal Information in the Digital Age

4min

18.

Protecting Personal Privacy and Unclaimed Funds

4min

19.

Unlocking Hidden Wealth: Finding Unclaimed Money

2min

Kevin is joined by Chris Hutchins, an expert life, finance, and health hacker to discuss topics such as leveraging points for travel, biohacking for health longevity, property tax hacks, and how to protect your identity online. Chris comes to the table with a wealth of knowledge and insights on making life better, one hack at a time.

Partners:

DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web

Manscaped: 20% off precision engineered grooming tools with code KEVINROSE

LMNT: Free sample pack of clean and sugar-free electrolytes

Notion: Try Notion AI free to automate tedious tasks and streamline your work

Guest Bio and Links:

Chris Hutchins is an avid life hacker, financial optimizer, and host of the award-winning podcast All the Hacks, where he shares his quest to upgrade his life without having to spend a fortune.

Listeners can learn more about Chris at his website

https://chrishutchins.com/

https://allthehacks.com/

, on IG @chrishutchins and X @hutchins

Resources:

All the Hacks Podcast

What’s in My Wallet for 2024

Card Optimizer Spreadsheet

Alfie weightloss program

The Peter Attia Drive Podcast

Trumpkin’s Notes On Building A Sauna

Almost Heaven Saunas

All the Hacks Partner Deals

Show Notes:

* [0:00] Introduction

* [1:10] Kevin introduces guest, Chris Hutchins to the listeners

* [1:45] All the Hacks Podcast

* [2:44] “I like having better outcomes and I don't like spending money on it. And that's led to a life of research and optimization and relationship building to try to get to the bottom of it.”

* [4:00] Travel hack with points

* [11:00] What’s in My Wallet for 2024

* [12:30] Card Optimizer Spreadsheet

* [15:00] Rules follow when opening a new credit card account

* [23:00] Chris's approach to biohacking and health optimization

* [29:00] Alfie weightloss program

* [32:00] Chris and Kevin speak about their biohacking experiences

* [41:00] The Peter Attia Drive Podcast

* [42:30] Benefits of hot sauna usage and cardiovascular health

* [43:30] Trumpkin’s Notes On Building A Sauna

* [50:00] Sauna price ranges

* [52:00] Costco sauna hack

* [54:00] Benefits of the cold plunge and the Wim Hof method

* [59:30] All the Hacks Partner Deals

* [1:01:00] Using chatGPT to get more info out of blood work

* [1:02:00] “If I'm going to spend a thousand dollars this year on my health, that's not covered by insurance. Where can I have the most impact either treating or testing something?”

* [1:02:45] Medical bills are negotiable

* [1:03:00] Never Pay the First Bill: And Other Ways to Fight the Health Care System and Win

* [1:09:00] Hacking Healthcare, Prescriptions and Medical Bills

* [1:10:00] Property tax hack

* [1:13:00] Save money on your property taxes

* [1:17:00] Chris speaks on AI and the impact it might have on us

* [1:19:00] DeleteMe hack

* [1:24:30] Check your state's unclaimed money database

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https://www.kevinrose.com/

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