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Life is easier with neighbors. Here’s how to get to know them

For some, being a good neighbor means staying quiet, picking up after your dog and keeping your lawn tidy. But David Burton, the founder of Missouri Good Neighbor Week, says that our neighbor relationships could and should be deeper. Neighbors can help us overcome social isolatio ... Show More

19m 5s

Nov 10

I got what I wanted. Why am I unhappy?

Sometimes achieving a goal is elating and feels like an accomplishment. Other times, it invites anxiety, deflation or even grief. Psychiatrist Pooja Lakshmin, author of the upcoming book Quantum Shifts: A Practical Framework for Navigating Life’s Biggest Changes, urges people to ... Show More

17m 4s

Nov 9

How to turn (almost) anything into a great soup

Soup can be a flexible, cozy meal that allows you to experiment in the kitchen. But to make a delicious one you need to get some fundamentals down first. Chef Sohla El-Waylly offers her best tips on everything from creating a yummy broth to ensuring you get your cook time right. ... Show More

17m 59s

Aug 2022

How to protect yourself from inflation

High inflation and a possible recession is making life more expensive. Washington Post personal finance columnist Michelle Singletary explains how to manage debt as interest rates increase and prepare for an economic downturn.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collecti ... Show More

14m 19s

Aug 2023

Is Inflation Really Ruining Your Finances? (You Won’t Like the Answer)

Inflation has changed our daily living expenses dramatically over the last few years. While we can’t control all of our expenses, there are many things in your control that can help you become a Financial Mutant and build wealth better than your peers. Jump start your journey wi ... Show More

42m 19s

Aug 2022

25 Clever Ways to Save Money During Inflation

With inflation at an all-time high, you might be feeling a strain on your finances. A wise way to fight back is using some clever ways to cut costs—how about 25 of them? That's what we'll cover in today's show so you can put them into action for quick money wins.Money Girl is hos ... Show More

15m 46s

Oct 2021

What's the Best Way to Beat Inflation?

With inflation running rampant, how are you supposed to keep pace? What do we recommend for your wealth-building journey? We'll walk you through that question and more in today's Q&A episode! Subscribe on YouTube! Download FREE Financial Resources from the show Sign up for our ... Show More

25m 25s

Mar 2022

Inflation is over 7%. Is that as bad as it sounds?

You’ve probably seen the headlines that inflation is over 7% for the first time in decades. Is that… terrible? Today, Nicole shares what this actually means for you, your bottom line, and how to deal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad c ... Show More

12m 51s

Dec 2021

Is Inflation Making us Crazy? #449

Higher prices and inflation are all over the headlines and you might be wondering how concerned you should be. Unfortunately this is one of those times where you might be tempted to overreact as you try to take control of a situation. It makes us think of when someone is diagnose ... Show More

39m 45s

Nov 2022

Black Friday and Holiday Season Shopping: How Not to Overspend

High inflation and rising interest rates might make it easy to overspend this holiday season. WSJ personal finance reporter Imani Moise joins host J.R. Whalen tips for easing the strain on your bank account. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for inform ... Show More

7m 2s

Jun 2021

Why stuff is getting more expensive

Vox’s Emily Stewart explains how scared you should be of inflation. Transcript at vox.com/todayexplained. Support Today, Explained by making a financial contribution to Vox! bit.ly/givepodcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

23m 29s

Jun 2020

There’s a Recession Coming. Here’s How to Deal With It.

In this episode we cover: Why There’s A Recession Coming How to Handle a Recession How to Prepare for a Recession Why Recessions Happen How to Handle Your Investments in a Recession Resources in this episode: Debt Prices Beyond 2008 Dollar After Dollar M1 Finance Best Place to In ... Show More

23m 55s

Jun 2024

The "New" Meaning of Inflation and How It's Impacting Your Finances

Understand the evolving definition of inflation, potential changes to medical debt reporting and their impact on your finances. Why does the consumer’s perception of inflation differ from the economist’s perspective? How does this shift in understanding impact our economy? Host ... Show More

17m 17s