Best Debt Free Budgeting Course Podcasts (2025)

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The Repo Man Is Busier Than Ever 22:43

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The repossession business is booming. More Americans are falling behind on their car payments, a sign that lower-income consumers are struggling. WSJ’s Scott Calvert recently joined a night shift with two repo men and learned that despite a record number of cars now marked for repossession, finding them is easier said than done. Jessica Mendoza hos…

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2358 FBF: Dr. Ben Carson – What We Can All Do to Save America's Future with 2016 US Presidential Candidate 37:53

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This Flashback Friday is from episode 464 published last January 14, 2015. Today on the Creating Wealth show, Jason returns from the Meet the Masters event and tells his listeners that he still believes that investing within the United States is your best option as oppose to internationally. He also introduces his guest Dr. Ben Carson on the show w…

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How Tariffs Could End Italian Pasta in the U.S. 19:08

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Americans could soon lose access to Italian-made pasta due to a 107% tariff plan on pasta imports. WSJ's Margherita Stancati unravels how a fight over paperwork spiraled into a full-blown pasta war. Jessica Mendoza hosts. Further Listening: - How One Business Owner Is Getting Ahead of Trump's Tariffs - The Bean at the Center of the Trade War Sign u…

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CoreWeave, the Company Riding the AI Boom 19:55

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WSJ’s Dan Gallagher takes us inside the little-known company playing a pivotal role in the AI spending boom. And Jessica Mendoza speaks to CoreWeave CEO Mike Intrator at WSJ Tech Live conference about whether the boom could be a bubble. Further Listening: - Is the AI Boom… a Bubble? - The Unraveling of OpenAI and Microsoft's Bromance - Artificial: …

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Episode 10: Taxes Just Became Permanent?? 22:58

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They said the 2025 tax brackets were made permanent — but we’ve all seen this movie before. In this episode, Brian, Ryan, and Ed dig deep into The One Big Beautiful Bill and reveal why “permanent” tax cuts might be the most temporary promise in Washington. The conversation breaks down how the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act reshaped the system, why the brack…

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2357: The Coming 50-Year Mortgage Housing Boom and Gold's Untapped Potential: Putting the $24 Trillion Asset to Work with Jeff Deist 50:30

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Jason discussed the introduction of 50-year mortgages in the United States and their potential impact on real estate affordability and demand, while highlighting favorable market conditions including sliding interest rates and the end of quantitative tightening. He explained how extended mortgage terms can be financially beneficial through inflatio…

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Hollywood Jobs Are Disappearing 19:36

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Work in Los Angeles’s entertainment industry is evaporating. A desire to cut production costs, changing viewer habits, and competition from other filming locations are all contributing to a dramatic reduction in Hollywood jobs. WSJ’s Ben Fritz explains how the city’s creative middle class is bearing the burden. Jessica Mendoza hosts. Further Listen…

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138 II Friday Reset: Close past week, plan upcoming week, celebrate the weekend tfor Productive Family Finances 13:38

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SHOW NOTES: Feeling like your week never really ends? In this episode, Diana shares her simple, life-changing Friday Reset — a weekly ritual that helps you close your books, organize your projects, and protect your weekend from work overflow. You’ll learn how to plan your next week with purpose, reset your home (and your mind), and finally step int…

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Tesla Gives Elon Musk a $1 Trillion Pay Package 17:39

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Shareholders at Tesla approved the most valuable pay package ever for Elon Musk in an effort to bring his attention back to the company. The CEO will have to hit a number of milestones to get the full value of the package, including shifting Tesla’s focus to developing robotaxis and humanoid robots. WSJ’s Becky Peterson breaks down the complicated …

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2356 FBF: How Investors Profit When Homeownership Drops & Washington Post Op-Ed Analysis 33:47

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This Flashback Friday is from episode 474 published last February 9, 2015. Today on the Creating Wealth show, Jason talks about some of the latest things he is up to as well as talks about an interesting opinion article published by the Washington Post. He does not have a guest for today's show, so he does a deep dive into the real estate market an…

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Will Trump’s Tariffs Survive the Supreme Court? 25:11

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On Wednesday, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a case that could reverse President Trump’s sweeping tariffs, and potentially upend the central piece of his economic policy. WSJ’s James Romoser breaks down the case on both sides and explains why some conservative justices are skeptical of Trump administration’s argument for the tariffs. Rya…

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The Man Leading Trump’s AI Charge Against China 20:54

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At WSJ’s Tech Live, Jessica Mendoza sits down with Michael Kratsios, Director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy to discuss the pivotal moment in the U.S.-China AI race, how he thinks AI should be regulated, and whether or not the AI boom might be a bubble. Further Listening: - Is the AI Boom… a Bubble? - How a $1.5 Billion …

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2355: The Pass-Through Asset Truth: Why Massive Rent Increases Are Coming SOON and Long-Term Care Insurance with Aaron Miller 36:04

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Jason champions a view of real estate as a "packaged commodities" investment, emphasizing the financial advantage of the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage. They also stress the importance of adjusting financial figures for inflation, noting that reports of skyrocketing luxury home sales are misleading when not accounting for the dollar's diminished purch…

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The Healthcare Fight at the Heart of the Longest Ever Shutdown 16:46

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The debate over healthcare subsidies has shut down the federal government for a historic length of time. With open enrollment underway, many Americans who pay for plans under the Affordable Care Act are experiencing sticker shock. Some costs have doubled, tripled, or even quintupled. WSJ’s Anna Wilde Matthews takes us inside the hefty premium hikes…

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The Waldorf Renovation: Over Budget, Past Deadlines, a Man Imprisoned 18:33

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The historic Waldorf Astoria Hotel has reopened after an eight year saga that went $1 billion over budget. WSJ’s Craig Karmin takes us inside the deal to buy the hotel, the arrest of its new owner and the Chinese government’s takeover. Ryan Knutson hosts. Further Listening: - Six Days of Chaos at MGM’s Casinos - The Missing Minister Sign up for WSJ…

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137 II How to Stop Lifestyle Creep and Start Building Real Financial Freedom with Personal Finances 16:20

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SHOW NOTES: In today’s episode, we’re diving into the sneaky trap of lifestyle creep—how it quietly drains your peace, your budget, and your joy without you even realizing it. I’ll share the story of one mom’s journey from chasing the picture-perfect life to discovering what truly matters: peace of mind, contentment, and a lifestyle that reflects h…

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The Witch Economy Is Booming 20:27

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The Etsy witch trend has taken witchcraft into the mainstream. These online witches are making their magical services available to anyone willing to pay for them. Want a job? Or a boyfriend? There’s a spell for that. WSJ’s Chavie Lieber explains why it pays to be a witch. Jessica Mendoza hosts. Further Listening: -Etsy: Big Commerce or Crafters' Co…

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2354 FBF: John Michael Greer – Externalities Examined & Explained with Author of 'The Wealth of Nature' 51:50

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This Flashback Friday is from episode 488, published last March 12, 2015. In Jason Hartman's introduction portion of the show, he answers a listener question about the due on sale clause and transferring your property into a single member LLC. Jason also welcomes guest John Michael Greer to the show. He is the author of several books with the most …

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Is the Economy Getting Better or Worse? The Fed Says It's Hard to Tell 18:38

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On Wednesday, the Federal Reserve announced a highly anticipated quarter-point cut to interest rates. But the road to future rate cuts is pretty murky. WSJ’s Nick Timiraos explains how missing government data is obscuring the Fed’s view of the economy, and why Fed Chair Jerome Powell says a December rate cut is “not a foregone conclusion.” Ryan Knu…

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136 II Money Tips with One Simple Strategy to Erase Debt and Build a Financially Secure Future 19:01

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SHOW NOTES: In this episode, Diana shares the one simple strategy that helped her break free from debt and transform her family’s future — starting with discovering her powerful why. Through a personal story of exhaustion, overwhelm, and motherhood in survival mode, she reveals how this single mindset shift became the foundation for a clear, simple…

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Why GM Is Slamming the Brakes on EV Ambitions 17:01

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In 2021, GM and its CEO Mary Barra announced a bold plan to go all electric by 2035. But falling consumer demand and shriveling government support has undermined GM’s electric plans. Now, as Sharon Terlep reports, GM has gone from one of the industry’s loudest EV champions to a leading opponent of government emissions rules and fuel-economy standar…

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Episode 9: Did The One Big Beautiful Bill ACTUALLY make Overtime, Tips, and Social Security TAX FREE? 14:45

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In this episode of The Financial Huddle, Ryan, Ed, and Brian break down one of the most talked-about new pieces of legislation - The One Big Beautiful Bill. There's been a lot of noise about "tax-free" Social Security, overtime, and tips, but what's actually true? The team cuts through the misinformation and explains exactly: - What the new deducti…

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2353: Booms, Doom, and the Real Picture: 2026 Prediction: Looking at the Data, Don't Expect Affordable Housing or a Booming Economy 40:22

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Jason focuses on the housing market and broader economic trends. He shares parts of a video by a financial YouTuber named Brian Kim, who presents data on home prices and mortgage interest rates, arguing that the market is resilient despite localized drops and that prices will likely continue to rise due to Federal Reserve rate cuts and quantitative…

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Smucker, Trader Joe's and a Battle Over PB&Js 17:49

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J.M. Smucker is suing Trader Joe's over trademark infringement, accusing the company of copying its pre-made Uncrustables peanut-butter and jelly sandwiches. WSJ’s Jesse Newman explores the battle over PB&Js is part of a broader anxiety for Big Food over the rise of private-label products. Ryan Knutson hosts. Further Listening: - Food Fight: PepsiC…

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Missing Billions and a Secretive CEO: The First Brands Bankruptcy 18:06

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Auto-parts maker First Brands Group, the company behind products like Autolite spark plugs and Fram oil filters, declared bankruptcy last month. Court filings have revealed a trove of irregularities and a $2 billion dollar hole. WSJ’s Alexander Gladstone says the bankruptcy is having an impact on the company’s lenders and on Wall Street. Ryan Knuts…

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135 II How to Get Your Money Back in 10 Minutes a Day with Simple Budget System 14:46

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SHOW NOTES: In today’s episode of the Simple Money Systems Podcast, we’re ditching complicated budgets and diving into two super simple daily routines that can help you get your money back—in just 5 minutes a day! 💸 You'll learn how to start your day with clarity using the Power Hour, and how to wrap it up with confidence using the Honor Hour. I’ll…

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Why Is the U.S. Giving Billions to Argentina? 19:32

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Argentinians go to the polls this Sunday in the first major test of their leader, Javier Milei. Voters appear to be losing faith in his bold economic vision to resuscitate the country’s ailing economy. But Milei has a secret weapon: a close relationship with President Trump. WSJ’s Ryan Dubé explains why the U.S. government is bailing out Argentina.…

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2352 FBF: Sara Silverstein – How To Lie With Statistics and Ridiculous Correlations, Business Insider 41:01

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This Flashback Friday is from episode 475, published last February 11, 2015. In today's Creating Wealth show, Jason first talks about statistics and how so many people use it to manipulate others. He also talks about how there are still a few Meet the Masters home study courses left, so do not forget to order them now while supplies last! Sara Silv…