115. Rhythms, Routines, and REM: Expert Tips to Manage Jet Lag & Sleep Disruption While Crossing Time Zones

05/12/25 • 43 min

No matter how dreamy your destination is, there’s one thing that can make or break your trip: sleep.

In this episode, I’m joined by sleep therapists Leah Corkum and Marlee Boyle, co-founders of Sleep-Works, a Canadian-based virtual sleep education company helping individuals and families improve their sleep health. With certifications in CBT for insomnia, clinical sleep health, and years of experience in both nursing and respiratory therapy, Leah and Marlee bring a holistic and practical approach to sleep support that goes far beyond just tips and tools.

We talk about how travel disrupts sleep, what actually causes jet lag, and why light exposure, sleep environment, and the way you use (or misuse) melatonin can all have a big impact on how you feel before, during, and after a trip.

Whether you're a frequent flyer, a parent navigating time zone shifts with kids, or just trying to avoid that foggy, post-vacation exhaustion, this conversation is packed with practical strategies from professionals who know the science—and the real life struggle—of sleep and travel.

Get full show notes and transcript: https://pointmetofirstclass.com/sleep-while-traveling-jet-lag-tips/

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No matter how dreamy your destination is, there’s one thing that can make or break your trip: sleep.

Get full show notes and transcript: https://pointmetofirstclass.com/sleep-while-traveling-jet-lag-tips/

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114. Finally! Turning Your Mortgage into Points: How Mesa is Flipping the Script on Rewards

There’s finally a card that rewards you for the one expense that’s been completely ignored in the points world: your mortgage.

In this episode, I’m talking with Kelley Halpin, CEO of Mesa, about the first credit card that lets you earn points for mortgage payments—plus other major homeowner expenses like daycare, utilities, and home improvement. Kelley shares what makes the Mesa card unique, how its rewards system works, and why it’s designed to serve a segment of consumers that’s long been overlooked by traditional credit card programs.

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116. The Award Travel Trick Hiding in Plain Sight: Fifth Freedom Flights

If you’ve ever struggled to find award space—especially in business class—this is the episode you’ve been waiting for.

In this episode, I’m diving into a unique but often overlooked type of airline route called a fifth freedom flight. These flights are legal exceptions in commercial aviation that allow an airline to fly between two foreign countries, neither of which is their home base—and for points enthusiasts, they offer some of the best award availability, better cabin experiences, and unique route opportunities around the world.

I’ll walk you through the history behind these flights, how to spot them, and the exact routes worth checking out to Europe, Asia, Africa, and even the Caribbean. Whether you’re hunting for better premium cabin space or just want a smoother flight, fifth freedom flights should absolutely be on your radar.

Get full show notes and transcript: https://pointmetofirstclass.com/fifth-freedom-flights-points-strategy/

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