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Get fresh NerdWallet data on what your points and miles are really worth in 2025 — and why the answer might change how you book travel. Should you take a $650 flight voucher or 32,500 miles? How much are your points and miles actually worth? Hosts Sally French and Meghan Coyle break down the latest NerdWallet valuations to help you make smarter redemption choices. But first, they cover the week’s biggest travel headlines, including Southwest Airlines’ new partnership with EVA Air, Frontier’s companion certificate promotion and status match, and JetBlue opening up award bookings with Condor Airlines. Then, travel Nerd Craig Joseph joins Meghan to discuss NerdWallet’s latest airline, hotel, and credit card point valuations, with tips and tricks on comparing loyalty programs, maximizing transfer partners, and deciding when cash is more valuable than points. They also discuss the impact of devaluations, how close-in bookings can save you points, and why premium cabins can sometimes offer outsized redemption value. Plus: Craig’s hot take on airport lounges. Card benefits, terms and fees can change. For the most up-to-date information about cards mentioned in this episode, read our reviews: Is the Frontier Airlines World Mastercard Worth Its Annual Fee? https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/travel/is-the-frontier-airlines-world-mastercard-worth-its-annual-fee Citi Strata Credit Card Review: Solid Rewards for No Annual Fee https://www.nerdwallet.com/reviews/credit-cards/citi-strata Citi Double Cash Review: A Solid Choice for Everyday Spending https://www.nerdwallet.com/reviews/credit-cards/citi-double-cash Citi Custom Cash Card Review: Low-Maintenance 5% Cash Back https://www.nerdwallet.com/reviews/credit-cards/citi-custom-cash Citi Strata Premier: Big Rewards Across Top Spending Categories https://www.nerdwallet.com/reviews/credit-cards/citi-strata-premier Is the New Alaska Atmos Summit Card Worth a $395 Annual Fee? https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/travel/is-the-alaska-airlines-atmos-summit-card-worth-its-annual-fee Resources discussed in this episode: Airline Miles vs. Cash Calculator https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/travel/calculator-should-you-book-a-flight-with-cash-or-miles How Much Are Travel Points and Miles Worth in 2025? https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/travel/airline-miles-and-hotel-points-valuations Want even more tips and tricks to get the most out of your travel dollars? Subscribe to TravelNerd , our free newsletter designed to help you crack the code on spending less on your travel. In this episode, the Nerds discuss: points and miles valuation, airline miles value, hotel points value, credit card points value, Southwest EVA Air partnership, Frontier Companion Certificate, JetBlue Condor award booking, Citi American Airlines transfer, Amex Membership Rewards value, Capital One points value, Bilt points value, Hyatt points value, Hilton points value, Marriott points value, Wyndham points value, IHG points value, Alaska miles value, JetBlue points value, American Airlines miles value, United miles value, Southwest points value, Virgin Atlantic miles value, ANA miles value, Avianca LifeMiles value, best way to use Amex points, best way to use Citi points, best way to use Capital One points, use cash or points for flights, last minute award flight value, premium cabin redemption value, economy flight points value, airline devaluation, hotel point devaluation, cash vs points travel booking, when to transfer credit card points, how to maximize travel rewards, and NerdWallet points and miles calculator. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Eye On Sci-Fi

An exploration of exceptional and intriguing science fiction, fantasy, and genre web series and online short films. Hosted by Rod T. Faulkner, founder of The 7th Matrix dot com, a web site dedicated to promoting the best in indie SF&F web series and online shorts.

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Episode (270) Special Halloween BackTrack: 11 Spine-Chilling Horror Shorts! 11:09

7 giorni fa11:09

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Just in time for ghost and ghoul season, this episode of Eye on Sci-Fi podcast revisits our Halloween special! Dive into our curated list featuring 11 chilling indie horror short films. Subscribe to the podcast via RSS , Apple Podcasts , Pocket Casts or Amazon Music . #Halloween2025 #Horrorshorts #ShortFilms Explore the podcast archive, visit our social media presences, support the podcast, and more by visiting the EYE ON SCI-FI Link Tree. Timestamps and Episode Links: 01:57 Moody and Atmospheric Horror: LILITU 02:28 Samurai vs. Zombies: Sword Of The Dead 02:59 Vietnam War Ghost Story: Wandering Soul 03:46 Cosmic Horror: Eldritch Code 04:29 Meta Horror: Blackwood 05:08 Nether-Realm Nightmare: Dark Wake 05:39 Deaf Survivors Of The Zombie Apocalypse: Dawn Of The Deaf 06:37 Gothic Ghost Story: Mr. Memento 07:12 Exploring the Spirit World: Echo Torch 07:32 WWII-Period Horror: CELL 07:59 Mysterious Neighbor: Neighbors 08:48 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts…

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Episode (269) Sci-Fi Short Film EMBRYO 3:46

14 giorni fa3:46

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Welcome to another episode of the EYE ON SCI-FI podcast! This episode spotlights the atmospheric and intriguing indie sci-fi short film, "Embryo." Dive into a story filled with corporate espionage, secret scientific research, alien hybrid embryos, and a mysterious force—all set in motion at a local donut shop. #scifi #scifishortfilm #aliens Subscribe to the podcast via RSS , Apple Podcasts , Pocket Casts or Amazon Music . To subscribe to the newsletter, explore the podcast archive, support the podcast, and more, visit EYE ON SCI-FI Link Tree. Episode Link: Watch EMBRYO On YouTube…

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Episode (268) BackTrack: Experience A Compelling Vision Of The Afterlife In ORIENTATION 4:53

28 giorni fa4:53

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This episode revisits our spotlight on the compelling sci-fi/fantasy short film 'Orientation' by director Evan Woolery. The film presents an extraordinary and intimidating depiction of the afterlife. #scifishortfilm #afterlife #fantasy Subscribe to the podcast via RSS , Apple Podcasts , Pocket Casts or Amazon Music . To subscribe to the newsletter, explore the podcast archive, support the podcast, and more, visit EYE ON SCI-FI Link Tree. Episode Link: Watch: ORIENTATION on YouTube…

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Episode (267) Sci-Fi Short Film HEMERA 4:17

5 weeks fa4:17

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This episode of the EYE ON SCI-FI Podcast,spotlights the thought-provoking science fiction short film "Hemera" from the Netherlands. Set in the early 24th century, "Hemera" imagines a future where Earth's population has soared past 20 billion, pushing the planet beyond its limits. As humanity faces collapse, a new Earth-like planet—Hemera—offers hope, but only for the wealthy who can afford passage on an interstellar ship. #scifi #scifishort #overpopulation Subscribe to the podcast via RSS , Apple Podcasts , Pocket Casts or Amazon Music . To subscribe to the newsletter, explore the podcast archive, support the podcast, and more, visit EYE ON SCI-FI Link Tree. Episode Link: Watch sci-fi short film HEMERA On Vimeo…

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Episode (266) BackTrack: EMMY-Winning Sci-Fi Short About AI And ART 'REAL ARTISTS' 7:03

6 weeks fa7:03

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This episode looks back at our coverage of the stunning, provocative, and EMMY-winning sci-fi short film REAL ARTISTS . The film envisions a near future where the relationship between art and AI takes on a disturbing hue. REAL ARTISTS stars Tiffany Hines and Tamlyn Tomita . The short is based on a story by acclaimed genre author Ken Liu and adapted to screen and directed by Cameo Wood . #scifishortfilm #AI #art Podcast intro/outro music: "I Succumb" by Antonio Bizarro Used Via CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 Subscribe to the podcast via RSS , Apple Podcasts , Pocket Casts or Amazon Music . To subscribe to the newsletter, explore the podcast archive, support the podcast, and more, visit EYE ON SCI-FI Link Tree. Episode Links: Watch the EMMY-winning sci-fi short: REAL ARTISTS Check out the EYE ON SCI-FI Podcast interview with REAL ARTISTS director Cameo Wood !…

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Episode (265) Dan Abella, Founder of The New York Science Fiction Film Festival Returns! 27:46

7 weeks fa27:46

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This episode welcomes back Dan Abella, the founder and lead programmer of the New York Science Fiction Film Festival. Dan discusses the origins and mission of the festival, the importance of international perspectives in science fiction, and highlights this year’s programming—including feature films, shorts, and documentaries. The conversation also explores the evolving role of science fiction in reflecting society, the impact of AI on filmmaking, and the value of strong storytelling. #nyscififilmfest #scifi #AI Subscribe to the podcast via RSS , Apple Podcasts , Pocket Casts or Amazon Music . To subscribe to the newsletter, explore the podcast archive, support the podcast, and more, visit EYE ON SCI-FI Link Tree. Episode Links: New York Science Fiction Film Festival Offical site: newyorksci-fifest.com…

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Episode (264) Sci-Fi Short Film FLESH COMPUTER 4:03

10 weeks fa4:03

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This episode of the EYE ON SCI-FI Podcast spotlights the mind-bending indie sci-fi short film "Flesh Computer." If you’re a fan of director David Cronenberg’s work or enjoy thought-provoking, boundary-pushing science fiction, this film is a must-see. #scifishortfilm #scifi #davidcronenberg Subscribe to the podcast via RSS , Apple Podcasts , Pocket Casts or Amazon Music . To subscribe to the newsletter, explore the podcast archive, support the podcast, and more, visit EYE ON SCI-FI Link Tree. Episode Link: Watch Flesh Computer…

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Episode (263) Sci-Fi Short THE FALLEN 4:54

11 weeks fa4:54

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This episode highlights the indie sci-fi short film "The Fallen," directed by and starring Brett Victor. The story is set in a small Midwestern town and follows two childhood friends as they confront the mysteries of UFO sightings, alien abductions, and unexplained animal mutilations. The film stands out for its atmospheric cinematography and the authentic relationship between its main characters. #scifishort #ufos #alienabduction Subscribe to the podcast via RSS , Apple Podcasts , Pocket Casts or Amazon Music . To subscribe to the newsletter, explore the podcast archive, support the podcast, and more, visit EYE ON SCI-FI Link Tree. Episode Link: Watch: The Fallen On YouTube…

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Episode (262) BackTrack: Compelling Time Conundrum Short BOX 616 6:53

12 weeks fa6:53

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This episode revisits our 2019 coverage of “BOX 616,” a compelling and mysterious sci-fi short film about Malcolm, a man who inherits an enormous bank vault from his grandfather. When Malcolm gains entry to the interior of the vault, he discovers a mind-bending secret from 70 years in the past. A secret that will have seismic repercussions on Malcolm’s life in the present. #scifishort #scifi #podcast Subscribe to the podcast via RSS , Apple Podcasts , Pocket Casts or Amazon Music . To subscribe to the newsletter, explore the podcast archive, support the podcast, and more, visit EYE ON SCI-FI Link Tree. Episode Link: Watch: Box 616 On YouTube…

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Episode (261) Funny Fan Film MIB: NEURALIZE THIS 4:50

13 weeks fa4:50

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This episode spotlights "MIB: Neuralize This," a fan-made short film that pays hilarious homage to the iconic sci-fi comedy movie "Men In Black" (MIB) starring Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones. Directed by Martin Sofiedal, "MIB: Neuralize This" captures the spirit, humor, and style of the original MIB films, following two less-than-competent agents as they attempt to manage an extraterrestrial encounter—with everything that can go wrong, going wrong! #scifi #MIB #fanfilm Subscribe to the podcast via RSS , Apple Podcasts , Pocket Casts or Amazon Music . To subscribe to the newsletter, explore the podcast archive, support the podcast, and more, visit EYE ON SCI-FI Link Tree. Episode Link: Watch NEURALIZE THIS On YouTube…

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Episode (260) Sci-Fi Short Film MARIE 4:40

14 weeks fa4:40

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This episode of EYE ON SCI-FI Podcast spotlights the indie science fiction short film "Marie." Set in the aftermath of an alien invasion that has devastated Earth, "Marie" follows Ezekiel, an Amish young man who survives by avoiding modern technology. Ezekiel discovers Marie, a mysterious woman in suspended animation, and together they face new threats as an alien vessel arrives. #scifi #scifishortfilm #aliens Subscribe to the podcast via RSS , Apple Podcasts , Pocket Casts or Amazon Music . To subscribe to the newsletter, explore the podcast archive, support the podcast, and more, visit EYE ON SCI-FI Link Tree. Episode Link: Watch: MARIE On YouTube…

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Episode (259) Sci-Fi Short Film RETRIEVAL 3:15

16 weeks fa3:15

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This episode of the EYE ON SCI-FI podcast shines a spotlight on the sci-fi short film 'Retrieval.' Set in 2143, the film follows a woman named Lauren as she undergoes experimental virtual reality therapy to confront her childhood demons, only to find they are very, very real. #scifishortfilm #scifi #traumasurvival Subscribe to the podcast via RSS , Apple Podcasts , Pocket Casts or Amazon Music . To subscribe to the newsletter, explore the podcast archive, support the podcast, and more, visit EYE ON SCI-FI Link Tree. Episode Link: Watch: Retrieval On YouTube…

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Episode (258) BackTrack: Animated Sci-Fi Short THE NEW PIONEERS 4:39

17 weeks fa4:39

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This episode of the podcast revisits our 2024 coverage of the cool, animated, sci-fi short film ‘The New Pioneers.’ Set in the distant future on an alien world, a human orphan teen named Mynn bravely fights to protect her colony from the attack of a fearsome creature. #scifishort #animation #scifi Subscribe to the podcast via RSS , Apple Podcasts , Pocket Casts or Amazon Music . To subscribe to the newsletter, explore the podcast archive, support the podcast, and more, visit EYE ON SCI-FI Link Tree. Episode Link: Watch: The New Pioneers…

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Episode (257) Time Travel Short THE FIRST TIME I NEVER MET YOU 4:38

18 weeks fa4:38

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This episode of EYE ON SCI-FI podcast features the indie science fiction short film 'The First Time I Never Met You,' written, directed, and starring Eric Kole. The story revolves around John, a physicist who travels back in time to revisit the moment he first met his late wife. While the film offers a cautionary tale about the implications of time travel, it is praised for its emotional impact, storytelling, and superb acting. #scifishort #timetravel #blackscifi Subscribe to the podcast via RSS , Apple Podcasts , Pocket Casts or Amazon Music . To subscribe to the newsletter, explore the podcast archive, support the podcast, and more, visit EYE ON SCI-FI Link Tree. Episode Link: Watch THE FIRST TIME I NEVER MET YOU…

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Episode (256) Afterlife Fantasy Web Series HERE WE WAIT 6:04

19 weeks fa6:04