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| How to Save Money on Medical Bills | 08 Jul 2025 | 00:42:08 | |
It’s so normal for us, as a society, to avoid health check-ups out of fear of shocking medical bills. But in most cases, what you see on your medical bill isn’t the amount you actually have to pay. In this episode, experts share the most common medical billing mistakes, how to spot them, and steps to challenge charges, get discounts, and find hidden financial aid. Quick correction: In this episode, we said you have 120 days to apply but it’s actually 240 days. Even better! 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 📘 Order the book here 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 2x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/ 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community http://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| Propaganda: How Shopping Became Patriotic | 04 Jul 2025 | 00:43:02 | |
If you think about it, proving your love for your country almost sounds too easy—just shop, and you’re goods! Feels like a win-win. Only it’s not. And worse, it usually costs you more. In this episode, we unpack the propaganda that’s shaped the idea of shopping as a patriotic act. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 📘 Order the book here 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| Why You Keep Self-Sabotaging Your Budget (& How to Stop!) | 03 Jun 2025 | 01:00:37 | |
Budgeting needs some tender, loving care. If you ignore it and don’t check in, it’ll turn its back on you and that’s when self-sabotage sneaks in and everything starts to fall apart. Take a deep breath, because in this episode, we’re diving into the reasons you might find yourself stuck in that cycle and sharing simple, powerful tips to help you break free for good. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 📘 Order the book here 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| 4 Ways Online Stores Get You to Impulse Buy | 06 Aug 2024 | 00:54:02 | |
You know that feeling when you're on the verge of scoring a super good deal, only to realize it's just another impulsive spending moment? But, really, how do we even get away with a good deal in this world full of enticing discounts and irresistible offers? In this episode, Jen and Jill uncover the tricks and strategies of retailers to get us to spend more and how to overcome falling into the traps. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram!
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| DFS: Kait Paid Off $62K Without Increasing Her Income, Here's How She Did it | 02 Aug 2024 | 00:46:19 | |
They often tell us that the way to pay off debt is to increase our income but what if we tell you there's a way to achieve it without all that hustle? In this episode, Jen and Jill are joined by Kait to uncover her inspiring journey and how she navigated her financial decisions, and used her income and time wisely! 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| FSA vs HSA: Which is Right For You? | 30 Jul 2024 | 00:48:54 | |
One is the darling of the personal finance world, the other is her outcast cousin. But we're shining a light on the 'ugly duckling' and telling you one might be right for you—and it might not be the one you think. In this episode, Jen and Jill shed light on FSAs and HSAs and provide tips to help you determine which one is right for you! 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| DFS: How Katelyn Paid Off $100K Debt in 18 Months AND Got $30K in Scholarships | 26 Jul 2024 | 00:54:14 | |
Paying off debt is one thing, but achieving your dream career alongside it is truly inspiring! In this episode, Jen and Jill are joined by Katelyn who shares her debt-free journey in 18 months through hard work, multiple jobs, and strategic budgeting, all while obtaining two master's degrees and pursuing a doctorate for FREE. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| How Loyalty Points and Programs Cost You More | 23 Jul 2024 | 00:48:52 | |
When signing up for loyalty programs, it is important to ask yourself: Am I actually saving? Because we never know, it might be a tricky marketing tactic to get you to spend more. In this episode, Jen and Jill uncover the realities of loyalty points and programs and how much they actually cost us. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| DFS: This Couple Paid Off $90K of Debt & Didn't Sacrifice Investing For Retirement | 19 Jul 2024 | 00:48:17 | |
There's no one way to approach a debt-free journey, as everyone's experiences differ. However, you can find ways to pay off debt without sacrificing what's important to you—like investments or lifestyle choices! In this episode, Jen and Jill are joined by Akeiva and Meshack as they share their 18-month debt-free journey and how they did it. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| How to Shop Secondhand Online | 16 Jul 2024 | 00:47:45 | |
If you consider yourself bad at thrifting, think again, because you might have missed important tips for buying secondhand items online, or maybe you don’t know where to. In this episode, Jen and Jill give advice on how to make the most of buying secondhand items online and where to find the best online thrift stores for everything! 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| DFS: Nika Paid Off $78K of Debt on a Single Income and got $133K FORGIVEN! | 12 Jul 2024 | 00:50:13 | |
Sacrificing the things we love most while saving can be tough. But don’t worry! We can choose to spend money on what we truly value all while meeting our financial goals! In this episode, Jen and Jill are joined by Nika to share her empowering three year debt-free journey including her mindset, hustles, as well as her motivations to finally get out of debt. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| How to Eat The Food You Have at Home | 09 Jul 2024 | 00:47:56 | |
Just a reminder: You have food at home! It's easy to make excuses not to eat what's at home, but little do we realize it costs us more. In this episode, Jen and Jill help us have the internal motivation and the external hacks to choose the food we have at home over take-outs or food in restaurants. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| DFS: This Couple's Crazy Side Hustles Led to Paying Off $60K of Debt in 2 Years | 05 Jul 2024 | 00:50:58 | |
Being too focused on paying off debt can sometimes lead you to extremes. In this episode, Jen and Jill are joined by Jason to share his two-year journey in overcoming debt with his wife—how they did it, what they cut back on, how they got rid of extra belongings, and how they lived more intentionally. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| Deinfluencing Summer | 30 May 2025 | 00:45:56 | |
That lobster bag is everywhere. Your FYP, your DMs, even your dreams. And as summer hits its stride, so does the relentless push to book, buy, and binge every trend in sight. In this episode, we're calling out the sneaky ways social media makes us want things we don't need. It’s a fun, eye-opening look at what’s actually worth it versus what's just really good (or bad) marketing. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 📘 Order the book here 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| Save Money With Salvage Stores | 02 Jul 2024 | 00:50:49 | |
Everyone loves a good deal that also offers good quality. Therefore, it's a good thing there are salvage stores to help us shop more with less guilt. In this episode, Jen and Jill discuss salvage stores, how to find and identify them, and tips for shopping for them. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| DFS: How Tina Overcame Setbacks to Pay Off $175K of Debt | 28 Jun 2024 | 00:47:59 | |
The burden of debt may seem endless and enduring, leaving one feeling behind when starting their own debt-free journey. In this episode, Jen and Jill are joined by Tina to share her inspiring 15-year debt-free journey, including creative strategies, benefits, and mindset shifts to overcome being in debt. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| Minimalist Skin Care Routine | 25 Jun 2024 | 00:51:43 | |
Looking to start your skincare journey or make your skincare routine more minimalist? Or you are already minimalist but want to get better at it? In this episode, Jen and Jill share why we must minimize our skincare routine, what it can look like, and what their skincare routines are. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| DFS: How Kelly Used Social Media to Stay Motivated & Pay Off $46K of Debt | 21 Jun 2024 | 00:47:47 | |
Social media is vast and can distort intentions and messages, affecting our motivation. However, its communities are often overlooked for their incredible power to support and uplift each other. In this episode, Jen and Jill celebrate Kelly’s successful payoff journey of $46,000 in student loan debt with the help of social media. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| Simplified Meal Planning | Low Ingredient Meal Plans | 18 Jun 2024 | 00:47:10 | |
The summer has begun, and the laziness, or perhaps, as we would like to call it, a “restful” season, has finally kicked in. I know many of you want to rest and slow down this summer, so let’s capitalize on that! In this episode, Jen and Jill share tips on simplifying your meal planning and recipes that require fewer ingredients! 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| DFS: How Catherine Paid Off $27,000 in Student Loan in 5 Months | 14 Jun 2024 | 00:49:26 | |
Life after school is daunting, perhaps due to the desire to prove to oneself that we can be adults with a bright and stable life, but life isn’t a movie and adulthood is far from a steady life pace. In this episode, Jen and Jill listen to Catherine’s story of paying off her $27,000 student loan in just 5 months after graduating. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| Staycations Revisited | 11 Jun 2024 | 00:50:54 | |
Why travel far when you can enjoy the gorgeous places nearby? It’s convenient and budget-friendly! Grab a pen and paper, because in this episode, Jen and Jill revisit staycation ideas for your summer, sparking creativity in frugality. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| DFS: How Megan Paid Off $20K of Debt in 6 Months | 07 Jun 2024 | 00:46:55 | |
We don’t often give much credit to our teachers that they get paid less than what they deserve. Many of them are struggling to pay off ballooning debts and are forced to live paycheck to paycheck. In this episode, Jen and Jill are joined by Megan to share her debt free journey including creative strategies to save money and mindset shifts as a teacher. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| Reducing Food Waste with Kids | 04 Jun 2024 | 00:47:02 | |
What will you do when you have planned and prepared the best meal you could possibly make, but then your kids say no and leave the plate untouched? Now, throwing it away is the easiest answer, but food waste is a big money waste too. In this episode, Jen and Jill answer how we can reduce our food waste with kids in easy and manageable ways. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| What to Budget for This Summer | 31 May 2024 | 00:45:56 | |
What time is it? Summertime! It’s your vacation…but maybe not your finances! Summer is the second season, next to winter, wherein everyone is expected to spend more. Let’s find out in this episode as Jen and Jill share what to look out for and prepare for this summer in order to stay on budget and enjoy this season’s freedom! 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| How to Save Money on MEAT at the Grocery Store with Jenny Mitich | 27 May 2025 | 00:48:57 | |
Calling all meat lovers, this is your time to shine! In this episode, Jen and Jill, along with Jenny Mitich, explore all the ways you can get high-quality meat at a great price. Plus, they share how to stretch it into multiple meals down to the very last bone. No waste, just full tummies and good food. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 📘 Order the book here 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| How Much Cash Should You Have Saved? with Brian Preston of The Money Guy | 28 May 2024 | 00:57:11 | |
We love convenience, who doesn’t? We love anything that will make our lives faster and easier; hence, we love cashless transactions but we have forgotten how significant it is to have cash. In this episode, Jen and Jill join Brian Preston of The Money Guy to discuss the importance of having saved cash, whether as emergency funds or for opportunities. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| How to Simplify Your Life to Save More Money | 24 May 2024 | 00:48:54 | |
Ever feel like your possessions have possessed your life? If it's badly affecting your finances, it might be time to say 'enough.' In this episode, Jen and Jill define what and when is enough for our finances through simplification, which will greatly encourage our mindset and overall finances. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| What Happens When You Stop Impulse Shopping | 21 May 2024 | 00:49:50 | |
We always see the “how-tos” or ways not to impulse shop, but what really happens after? How effective and beneficial is it in attaining our financial goals? In this episode, Jen and Jill read stories of real people who have overcome impulse shopping to discover and learn about its impact on our financial goals and, ultimately, our lives. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| Identify Healthcare Overbilling with Scott Speranza | 17 May 2024 | 00:57:01 | |
We came to a point where acquiring diseases and viruses no longer makes us super anxious, but rather from receiving a lengthy hospital bill and medical expenses! In this episode, Jen and Jill, together with Scott Speranza, CEO of HealthLock, discover a long list of medical billing errors and share ways to identify and dispute healthcare overbilling. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| The Psychology of Sales & Discounts | 14 May 2024 | 00:48:36 | |
Will it surprise you when you find out that the 10% off deal you got when you purchased your new containers is the actual price? In this episode, Jen and Jill give FREE hot takes on marketing ploys such as how discounts and price sales are made to trick you into buying, costing you more! 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| How Jen Paid Off $78,000 in 2 Years | 10 May 2024 | 00:52:08 | |
When paying off debt, it feels like a forever process of trying to decrease its amount, but when you look back, time just flew by like a wind! Jen shares her story of paying off her debt of $78,000 in just 2 years. Together with Jill, they celebrate and talk about the mindset shifts Jen needed to work on to pay off debt. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| Asking Questions That Lead to Better Spending Decisions with Jeff Wetzler | 07 May 2024 | 00:51:25 | |
We were conditioned to prioritize independence and self-sufficiency, sometimes at the expense of nurturing meaningful relationships. In this episode, Jen and Jill encourage us to refine our ways of asking the people in our lives, which results in better spending decisions. Joined by Jeff Wetzler, they explore the “ask approach” and its significance in self-awareness and connecting with others. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| How to Make The Most of Yard Sales | 03 May 2024 | 00:47:12 | |
May is here, and so are yard sales! We have finally entered the season of yard sales, and some may have already been hunting and lining up for these sales. Don’t worry, Jen and Jill share tips on making the most of your yard sale stop and their experiences buying from one. Know which items to add to your list on your next yard sale visit! 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| Grocery Store vs. Warehouse Club Savings Analysis | 30 Apr 2024 | 00:50:22 | |
Ever walk out of a warehouse club and realize you bought way too many things that weren't on your list? It’s time we turn you into a pro-bulk shopper, not an impulsive one! In this episode, Jen and Jill explore the myths about warehouse clubs and discuss pro tips on bulk buying. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| How to Keep Your Garden Alive with Nicole Johnsey Burke | 26 Apr 2024 | 01:04:58 | |
Does creating a garden sound magical and fairytale-like to you? But you always end up killing your plants, demotivating you to build one? Well, we all had the same experience as you do. In this episode, Jen and Jill talk all things gardening for beginners and to those who are hesitant to start with Nicole Johnsey Burke. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| Going Plant-Based on a Budget With Toni Okamoto | 23 May 2025 | 00:55:21 | |
See how eating healthy doesn’t have to be pricey? Very demure, very mindful. If you’ve been wanting to eat a little better, try more veggies, or just stop spending a lot at the grocery store, this episode’s for you. Back with a listener favorite, Toni Okamoto is here to prove that plant-based living doesn’t mean sad meals or empty wallets. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 📘 Order the book here 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| 6th Anniversary Special!!! | 23 Apr 2024 | 00:58:10 | |
Celebrating 6 years and 400 episodes with the husbands back on the show! If you're hoping to get any financial advice in this episode, you will get a little. But this episode delivers all the things you asked for: the husbands, one-star reviews, and Q&As. We've laughed, we've learned, we've had great conversations, and now it's time to celebrate all those moments. We'd love for YOU to join the party. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| How to Spend When Your Values & Income Don't Align | 19 Apr 2024 | 00:50:14 | |
Bills, bills, bills! Who loves paying bills when it holds us back on spending on the things we love and value? Well, it doesn’t always have to be that way! In this episode, Jen and Jill make space on being able to spend guilt free and prioritizing it on our values. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| Frugal Zero-Waste Living | 16 Apr 2024 | 00:57:37 | |
We often forget that good stewardship of our resources is a foundational part of a frugal lifestyle. While it is simply unrealistic to have total zero waste in our everyday lives, frugal zero waste living teaches us beyond wasting less and also fostering intentional consumption and choices. In this re-run episode, Jen and Jill talk about the 5Rs of waste management and zero-waste living, aiding our self-sufficiency and problem-solving skills. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| How Cognitive Biases Cause us to Overspend with Amanda Montell | 12 Apr 2024 | 01:00:00 | |
“I deserve to buy this!” But are you really deserving of it? If you’re someone who thinks adding more items to your cart at checkout is going to solve all of your problems, then you deserve to hear this episode. Jen and Jill, together with Amanda Montell, author of acclaimed books such as Wordslut and Cultish, and a podcast host, talk about cognitive biases and their influence on not just our finances but on our everyday lives! 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| Minimalist Pantry Formula | 09 Apr 2024 | 00:50:49 | |
Got nowhere to place your piling-up girl scout cookies? You’re in for the ride! In this episode, Jen and Jill walk through creative ways to make a minimalist pantry. Figure out your next kitchen or pantry setup, the items you might use, and those that need to go! 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| Creative Ways to Reduce Food Waste with Carleigh Bodrug of PlantYou | 05 Apr 2024 | 00:53:45 | |
While there are some who find it hard to let go, there are also those who easily discard things. In this episode, Jen and Jill learn from Carleigh Bodrug of PlantYou deliciously simple yet creative ways to repurpose food in hopes of reducing our food waste and being intentional about meal planning. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| Frugal Side Hustle: Summer Side Hustles for Teachers | 02 Apr 2024 | 00:49:53 | |
You are not just a teacher, but an all-rounder, a jack of all trades. Teachers’ honorable work in the classroom should never be undermined and should be greatly compensated. In this episode, Jen and Jill highlight the discrepancies in income and expenses for teachers that unfortunately push them to find additional work and the popular side hustles teachers can take on during the summer. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| How Much to Have Saved For Retirement at 30, 40, & 50 | 29 Mar 2024 | 01:02:02 | |
“I’m 35 and I feel far behind in life." You’re wrong. You’re at the best time to start! In this episode, Jen and Jill discuss the amount (theoretically) you should have saved for retirement at certain ages without disregarding what you truly care about and want to do in life. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| Living a Low Tox Life Frugally with Alexx Stuart | 26 Mar 2024 | 01:01:49 | |
If you just bought your new spring mattress and discovered the harmful chemicals of having one, this is us telling you that you do not immediately need to buy and swap your new mattress for a no toxin. In this episode, Jen and Jill, together with Alexx, discuss the benefits of reducing toxins in your everyday life and how it intersects with living a frugal life. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| Best Seasonal Grocery Sales | 22 Mar 2024 | 00:53:41 | |
Have you ever missed out on a huge discount sale at your favorite grocery store? This time, we’re not letting you miss out on any sales! No more FOMOs this year, as in this episode, Jen and Jill explore the seasonal sale cycles of groceries and the best times to buy and stock up your pantry! 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| Deinfluencing Memorial Day Sales | 20 May 2025 | 00:44:13 | |
We’re about to get so real—and by that, we mean we’re taking deinfluencing to the next level. In this episode, Jen and Jill react to actual videos of how influencers try to get us to spend. They break down what you’re seeing on social media, what it’s doing to you psychologically, and why you don’t need to spend money on Memorial Day. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 📘 Order the book here 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| Managing Money With ADHD/Neurodivergence | 19 Mar 2024 | 00:53:46 | |
While there’s beauty in your uniqueness, navigating a world yet to be designed for you can be quite challenging. In this episode, Jen and Jill discuss the struggles of a neurodivergent when it comes to personal finance and some helpful tips to manage your money. Flaunt your edge and claim the power you have over the system! 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| Creativity Over Consumerism with Miranda Anderson | 15 Mar 2024 | 00:56:26 | |
In a time where indulgence in impulsive buying and consumerism is being equated with self-care, practicing frugality is harder than one may think. Frugality fosters a mindset and lifestyle of creativity, advocating for intentional spending. In this episode, Jen and Jill talk about how frugality encourages one to unleash their creativity in budgeting and saving with Miranda Anderson. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| How to Make the Most of a Farmer's Market | 12 Mar 2024 | 00:51:38 | |
Is the produce from your local Farmer's Market more expensive than buying from a grocery store? Let’s learn more about farmer's markets and how to shop in them! In this episode, Jen and Jill discover the small yet significant differences between buying from a farmers market and a grocery store and ways to successfully shop from farmers. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks. 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||