Last week we heard from Michael, a single dad of twins in Massachusetts. This week he’s leaving all the hidden fees and mishaps of the cruise and returning home—where it’s much harder to ignore the weight of his current financial situation.
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Oct 28
I Have a Second Home, Now I Need A First
We join Kathy for a week in theHamptons, in the second home she and her husband own. She knows how lucky she is to be in this position–but that's not always how it feels. The house has become a source of financial anxiety, stress, and regret. We follow Kathy as she reckons with t ... Show More
32m 14s
Oct 14
I’m Obligated To Think About Privilege, Even If it’s Painful
Charlie, a recent college grad, comes from a wealthy family—and he has complicated feelings about it. That's part of what drew him to a job in the Netherlands, which he hopes might offer a greater sense of equality, its stronger public services, and overall better “vibes” than th ... Show More
30m 41s
Mar 2026
Encore: S02 Ep 2 - Jason’s Alcoholic Father
Hey, Fellow Travelers. This week we’re in session with Jason, who still carries emotional scars from an alcoholic father who tormented him when he was a child. Now married and with children of his own, Jason is aware that his parents are aging, and wonders how to navigate these r ... Show More
1h 14m
Nov 2025
It's Me, Tinx Live: Do I Separate My Finances From My Husband?
<p>I am wrapping up my trip in LA, and heading back to NY, and my love affair with LA (for a visit) continues. First caller out of the gate is dealing with a "will they, won't they?" situation at work, and our final caller of the day brings up an interesting fatal flaw. She is ... Show More
48m 35s