✈️ Citi AAdvantage Business Card Perks, Southwest Airlines Turbulence, and Spirit Airlines' Post-Bankruptcy Plans

Hello travelers and points enthusiasts! Welcome back to the 'Miles & Points Daily Podcast.' I'm Lucas, your guide through today's intricate world of travel rewards, serving you the news with a sprinkle of charm and a dash of humor. Buckle up, and let's dive into the benefits and bonuses on this fine day!

First up, an exciting tidbit from 'View from the Wing.' It turns out Citi's AAdvantage Business Card is offering a benefit that practically pays for its own annual fee. With an upfront bonus offer and a delightful wifi rebate, this card is a must-have for American Airlines devotees. If you're aiming to rack up those AAdvantage miles, this card might just be your new best friend.

Now, a bit of turbulence over at Southwest Airlines. In a compelling exposé by Gary Leff, Bob Jordan, the CEO in name only, seems to be undercut by higher-ups. Leff suggests it might be time for him to step down and make way for leadership that could align better with Southwest's celebrated culture. If you're a frequent flier on Southwest, it might be worth keeping an eye on who's in the captain's seat at corporate HQ.

On a sunnier note from 'One Mile at a Time,' Spirit Airlines has emerged from bankruptcy after a quick Chapter 11 turnaround. But, as Ben Schlappig points out, the question remains: What's their next strategy? Spirit flyer or not, it's going to be interesting to see how this budget airline reinvents itself post-restructuring.

Switching gears to the shiny allure of American Express, 'The Points Guy' brings us news of a special 100,000-point offer for the Amex Business Gold Card. If you're entrepreneurial by nature, this could significantly boost your Membership Rewards points balance. Stack up those points and fly high, my friends!

For folks interested in maximizing their grocery runs, we've got a sweet scoop. The 'Doctor of Credit' reports that purchasing a load of $300 in Mastercard gift cards from Office Depot and OfficeMax entitles you to a $15 discount. These small savings can really accumulate, which is music to any points-enthusiast's ears.

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