Host Jill Schlesinger, CFP®, tackles sometimes uncomfortable and even controversial money and investing issues, without the financial jargon, to get to the heart of what’s important for anyone to know. Jill takes listener phone calls and interviews informative and entertaining guests each week to uncover surprising insights and provide actionable information so you can make the most of your money. Have a question you want us to answer on the show? Head to Jillonmoney.com and click the "Conta ...
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Next Gen Personal Finance (NGPF) is a nonprofit committed to guaranteeing that all U.S. high school students receive a personal finance course prior to graduating. NGPF has become the number one source for over 115,000 educators looking for high-quality, engaging personal finance curriculum to equip students with the skills they need to thrive in the future. The organization invests in teacher professional development with live Virtual Professional Development, 11 Certification Courses, and ...
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NerdWallet’s trusted finance journalists answer real-world money questions to help you make smarter financial decisions with confidence. Each episode dives deep into topics like budgeting, saving, investing, home buying, and credit cards, cutting through misinformation to bring you clear, actionable advice backed by thorough research. By the end of every episode, you’ll have the latest financial insights and the tools you’ll need to manage your money wisely, build wealth, and plan for life’s ...
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Debt Rebel: Stop Living Paycheck-to-Paycheck, Budget Successfully, Improve Money Mindset
Julian "Jewlz The Budget Nerd" Kohlbrand, Certified Financial Coach
Hey! I’m Jewlz The Budget Nerd, a Certified Financial Coach and Economics grad who eliminated $107K in consumer debt. This award-winning show for families who are done living paycheck to paycheck and ready to take control of their money without the shame and stress. Winner of the 2025 Women Podcaster Award, this show delivers practical, judgment-free guidance to help you stop fighting about money, ditch debt faster, and actually stick to a budget that works in real life (yes, even with kids, ...
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With the year coming to a close, and with all the uncertainty given the tariffs and the recent government shutdown, Black Friday seems like a good time for a heat check on where things stand in the economy. To help explain it all, we're joined by Diane Swonk, the Chief Economist at KPMG, who has always been a go-to source to make sense of short, an…
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Fix Emotional Spending Habits with Feel-Good Finance and Learn How to Manage Finances Post-Job Loss
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38:12Learn how to navigate job loss and reshape your money mindset to feel more in control — emotionally and financially. What should you do with your money after losing a job? How can you feel better about money and stop stressing about finances? Hosts Sean Pyles and Elizabeth Ayoola discuss managing job loss and improving your relationship with money …
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The sluggish employment landscape explains why workers are now “job hugging,” rather than job hopping. The challenge is to fight the urge to hunker down and instead try to be proactive and focus on what you can control. That means raise your hand for any new opportunity at your company, update your LinkedIn profile/fire up your network, and conside…
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Our current asset allocation is 65% equities, 7% bonds, 28% cash/CDs, etc. My wife is concerned that we are taking on too much risk given our ages. Is she correct? Have a money question? Email us here…
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Lucretia Ryan, Top 10 Social Security Questions Answered
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1:04:06Tim Ranzetta talks to Lucretia Ryan, the founder of FinancialFreedomforwomen.org. She is a financial educator and writer focused on helping women make informed retirement and investment decisions without fees or commissions. Lucretia explains key Social Security concepts such as how benefits are earned based on contributions, the importance of choo…
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4 Holiday Spending Tips That Save Your Sanity and Your Wallet | 88 Debt Rebel Show
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9:34Holiday shopping doesn’t have to wreck your budget or your peace. In this episode of The Debt Rebel Podcast, Jewlz The Budget Nerd breaks down four simple, ADHD-friendly money strategies every family can use to stay intentional, avoid overspending, and skip the credit-card hangover this season. If you’ve ever opened your inbox in November and felt …
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I have a 10 year ARM and I'm wondering if I should refinance or ride it out a bit longer and hope that rates continue to come down? Have a money question? Email us here…
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Outsmart Black Friday Hype and Tackle Credit Card Debt with a Budget Reset
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39:26Learn how to spot real Black Friday deals and reshape your budget with a step-by-step money makeover. What should you watch for on Black Friday to avoid fake discounts? How can you reset your budget when debt and housing costs squeeze you? Hosts Sean Pyles and Elizabeth Ayoola discuss holiday shopping and budgeting to help you spend smarter without…
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I made a big move in 2023 and am considering doing it again and I need your input because I don't want to blow up our retirement plans. Have a money question? Email us here…
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A Simple, Tax-Smart Account for Charitable Giving
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27:05With Thanksgiving around the corner, the charitable giving season is upon us and changes are afoot. Of course, most people give because they want to do good, but the tax rules around philanthropy have always been an added sweetener. To break it all down, we're joined by Fred Kaynor from DAFgiving360. The mission of DAFgiving360 is to increase chari…
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Thanksgiving Savings You’ll Actually Notice and Tax Filing Tips for Common Law Couples
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24:42Learn how to save on Thanksgiving dinner and decide if filing taxes jointly makes sense for common law couples. How can you trim your Thanksgiving costs without skimping on the feast? Should common law spouses file taxes jointly or separately? Hosts Sean Pyles and Elizabeth Ayoola dig into tax choices for couples to help you understand which filing…
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With hopes of calling it quits in just a few years, when should I pull money from my different "buckets" once I get into retirement? Have a money question? Email us here…
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With a large inheritance sitting in cash, should I leave it as is and take the peace of mind it provides, or invest it? Have a money question? Email us here…
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The Truth About Black Friday: Why “Deals” Used to Control My Spending | 87 Debt Rebel Show
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16:08Ever found yourself standing in a store at midnight, clutching a pair of half-priced socks and wondering “What am I even doing?” Yeah… same. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on my old Black Friday obsession—racing out after Thanksgiving dinner, waking up at 4 a.m., and chasing deals that weren’t actually saving me anything. I share how…
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I find myself at a fork in the road, and I'm hoping you can help me choose the right financial path. Have a money question? Email us here…
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Generational Wealth Built from Scratch and an Emergency Fund on a Deadline
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39:47Learn how first-generation earners build wealth and how to grow an emergency fund before a possible job loss. How do first-generation earners start and protect generational wealth? How can you bulk up an emergency fund fast if layoffs are looming? Hosts Sean Pyles and Elizabeth Ayoola discuss first-generation wealth building and how to build an eme…
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Is it foolish if I spend $300k on a renovation project during retirement? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to …
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Kenny Finance, Investor, Entrepreneur, and YouTuber
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56:13Join Yanely and she interviews Kenny Johnson, YouTuber, investor, and founder of Kenny Finance. Kenny shares his journey from Detroit to Wall Street and why he's now focused on bringing financial literacy to classrooms across the country. With experience at top private equity firms like Blackstone and KKR, Kenny's mission is to make personal financ…
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Retirement and college expenses are on a collision course, how should we handle both? Have a money question? Email us here Subsc…
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IRA Conversion Strategies and Reading Economic Signals During a Shutdown
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23:24Discover how current economic data affect you and decide if a Roth or Traditional IRA is the most appropriate option for your retirement savings. What’s happening with layoffs and the economy right now? How should you be thinking about the data used to determine the economy's health, and what does it mean for your personal finances? Hosts Elizabeth…
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Should we run screaming from a potential financial planner or am I overreacting? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to…
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Paul Merriman Talks Target Date Funds and Retirement Investing
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1:07:16This episode of the NGPF Speaker Series features personal finance educator Paul Merriman in conversation with Tim Ranzetta, delivering insights especially relevant to teachers. Paul shares practical, research-backed advice on helping students and young investors understand investing basics, with a spotlight on target date funds, index fund fees, an…
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Will we blow up our financial plan if we tap the TSP to fund a renovation project? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to…
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Breaking the Silence: Why Talking About Money Can Heal Your Finances and Your Family | 86 Debt Rebel Show
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9:47Most of us were never taught how to talk about money — especially with the people closest to us. But when we avoid the conversation, the tension just grows. In this episode, Jewlz “The Budget Nerd” Kohlbrand gets real about money, boundaries, and healing strained family relationships that have been hurt by financial stress. If you’ve ever borrowed …
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With a large inheritance sitting in CDs, should we leave the money as is or start investing it? Have a money question? Email us here S…
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First-Generation Wealth Building and the Truth About Stablecoin Yields
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41:30Learn how first-generation wealth builders create financial freedom and what stablecoins could mean for your savings. How do you build wealth when you’re the first in your family to be able to do so? And can stablecoins really out-earn your savings account? Host Elizabeth Ayoola and Sean Pyles explore generational wealth-building and the myths and …
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I think now is the time for a financial advisor. How do I find the right one? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to …
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With early retirement in our plans, should we switch from retirement accounts to a brokerage account? Have a money question? Email us here…
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Open Enrollment 2026: How to Choose Dental, Vision, Life and Disability (Plus: When to Refinance a Home)
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37:23Learn how to pick dental, vision, life, and disability coverage with confidence, and when refinancing a home can actually save you money. Is now a good time to refinance your mortgage? Which open enrollment benefits are worth it this year? Hosts Sean Pyles and Elizabeth Ayoola talk to an expert about the ins and outs of open enrollment in 2026. But…
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With some bad financial decisions in our past, and a large inheritance now in the picture, we're terrified of making the wrong move. Have a money question? Email us here…
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With a recent divorce now in the rearview mirror, what's the right financial game plan to ensure that I'm still on track for a solid retirement? Have a money question? Email us here…
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5 Hacks for a Credit Card–Free Christmas (Without Killing the Holiday Spirit) | 85 Debt Rebel Show
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15:595 Hacks for a Credit Card–Free Christmas (Without Killing the Holiday Spirit) Tired of starting January with a holiday spending hangover? In this episode, Jewlz the Budget Nerd shares five no-fluff hacks to help you enjoy Christmas without debt or guilt. You’ll learn how to: 🎁 Set a realistic holiday spending cap and actually stick to it 💰 Build a …
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With four rental properties providing income, and low expenses, is it okay if I transition into part-time work? Have a money question? Email us here…
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Healthcare Open Enrollment Tips for 2026 and a Catch-Up Plan for Retirement
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34:38Learn how to pick the right health plan for your situation and build a stronger retirement even if you feel behind. How do you choose the best health plan during open enrollment? What can you do to secure retirement if savings feel like they’re falling short? In the first of a two-part series, hosts Sean Pyles and Elizabeth Ayoola break down open e…
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Even though my husband is currently furloughed, is it okay if I start looking for a new (lesser paying) job? Have a money question? Email us here…
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Introducing How We Made Your Mother Season 2!
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5:09It’s been 20 years since How I Met Your Mother premiered, and just over 10 years since the finale. Josh Radnor, who played “Ted” for nine seasons teams up with series co-creator Craig Thomas for this episode-by-episode rewatch podcast. For the superfans, HWMYM will get into all the secrets, theories, and pineapples, but we'll also use HIMYM – and o…
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Am I better off continuing to rent and investing my commission checks in the stock market or should I be looking to buy? Have a money question? Email us here…
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How to Budget Better With Your Partner and Why Scam Calls Are Surging
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36:09Learn how to spot shutdown-era scams and build a budget that works even when you and your partner disagree. How can you protect yourself from shutdown-era scams? How do you build a household budget when you and your partner see money differently? Hosts Sean Pyles and Elizabeth Ayoola share strategies to figure out a household budget when you and yo…
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We are both 52 years old and my husband is completely burned out at his corporate job. Is retirement in five years a possibility? Have a money question? Email us here…
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I'm worried sick that we are on the verge of a market crash. What do you think? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to …
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Navigating a Government Shutdown: Survival Mode Budgeting & Alliance Coaching Sneak Peek | 84 Debt Rebel Show
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18:12Are you worried about how a government shutdown—or any unexpected financial disruption—could affect your family’s budget? In this episode of the Debt Rebel Podcast, I’m giving you practical, no-nonsense tips to take control of your money, even when paychecks aren’t guaranteed. I dive into real questions from members of the Alliance Coaching Program…
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I'm 66 and have been retired for four years, but I still have some outstanding debt, how should I tackle? Have a money question? Email us here…
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Big Event Budgeting and Credit Monitoring: What to Know Before You Swipe
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36:30Learn how to get and read your free credit reports and spot red flags so you can protect your score and money. How do you set a realistic budget for a big life event without guilt? What’s the foolproof way to get and read your free credit reports? In this episode, hosts Sean Pyles and Elizabeth Ayoola discuss wedding budgeting and credit monitoring…
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I'm 40 years old and am navigating the complexities of figuring out my aging parents' estate plan. Am I taking the right steps? Have a money question? Email us here…
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To recognize National Estate Planning Awareness Week, here's a snippet from our recent webinar with Juliet Kalib and Rick Kahler. Juliet is a trusts and estates attorney and Rick is a fee-only financial planner as well as a financial therapist. If you want to see the full hour, you can sign up here. Have a money question? Email us here Subscrib…
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Invest or Pay Down Debt? Plus How to Save Big This Holiday Season
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23:36Learn how to handle holiday shopping in an increasingly expensive spending environment. Plus, lightning round insights around debt, investing, and savings goals. How should you prepare for holiday shopping when tariffs and inflation are leading to higher prices? When should you prioritize paying off your mortgage versus investing in the market? Hos…
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With two pensions on the horizon, would it be a bad idea to severely deplete our retirement accounts to purchase our dream vacation home? Have a money question? Email us here…
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I’m starting to feel burnout at work, and I’m being pushed by leadership to take on even more responsibilities for a promotion. Should I do it? Have a money question? Email us here…
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15-Minute Budget Reset for Busy or ADHD Brains: Quick Wins to Fix Your Finances Fast | Ep 83 Debt Rebel Show
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10:24If budgeting feels overwhelming or impossible to stick with—especially when you’ve got a busy brain or a full plate—this episode is your financial reset button. 💥 In just 15 minutes, Jewlz the Budget Nerd walks you through how to: ✅ Pick ONE area to focus on (so you actually make progress) ✅ Make simple, ADHD-friendly tweaks to your budget that sti…
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I'm 52 years old and am burnt out after working in technology for 30 years. Can I quit/retire and do a bit of traveling? Have a money question? Email us here…
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