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Frugality
Personal Finance
Budgeting
Financial Independence
Meal Planning
Values-Based Spending
Minimalism
Financial Literacy
Debt Management
Investing
Student Loans
Social Media
Impulse Buying
Debt Payoff
Money Management
Interest Rates
Mental Health
Financial Goals
Spending Habits
Consumerism

Controlling your spending is hard to do. On every episode of Frugal Friends, we'll try to help you gain a little more control on one aspect of the countless directions your money is being pulled toward through frugality and a few laughs. If you're trying to save money, spend less, adopt minimalism, pay off debt or reach financial independence, we think you'll like the show.

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Credit cards once felt like endless possibility and hope as if it’s free money. But lately people are noticing something strange as points are harder to use, more complicated and annual fees keep going up. In this episode, they explain what’s happeni... more

Eight years ago today we started a podcast about saving money and somehow it turned into a movement. For 8 years, Frugal Friends has been helping people spend intentionally, save wisely, and push back against a culture of overconsumption. So for our ... more

We haven’t always been money saving experts. There are some lessons we learned later in life that we wish we knew way sooner. These are tips we misinterpreted early in life, looked down on, or just didn’t know. In this episode, we are going to share ... more

If there’s one thing we love more than saving money, it’s food. But it’s also one of the areas where most of us tend to overspend. So instead of listening to influencers and mom blogs telling us what to do, we’re hearing from real people who’ve found... more

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Carl Richards
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AJ Wolfe
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Hosts

Jen
Host of Frugal Friends Podcast
Jill
Host of Frugal Friends Podcast

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 2k ratings
  • Libraries for the win

    I recently started to listen to your podcast and appreciate all the great advice. When you started talking about all the library perks you raised your level to my #1 podcast. Our libraries actually loan out sewing machines and have classes. I am always telling everyone about all the resources at the library. Libraries are underrated. Side note: found great financial help for free at my library.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Rat.quel
    United States24 days ago
  • Frugal Feelings

    I enjoy their practical advice & banter. I am also in school to be a CFP, and their down-to-earth approach is very accessible.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    qiskevin
    United Statesa month ago
  • AI supporters, no thanks

    Unsubscribed when I heard the AI support in the most recent episode, gross

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    tdhgshj
    United States2 months ago
  • Timely information

    Podcast Addict
    5
    lincoln
    3 months ago
  • Normal people with good advice

    These ladies are easy to listen to with advice for the everyday normal person. I especially like their episodes on no buy months and their grocery store hacks.

    Audible
    5
    magenm11
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners generally describe the show as practical, relatable, and entertaining while offering solid money-management tips. Many appreciate the hosts' chemistry and the balance of humor with actionable guidance. Some negative feedback centers on occasional ads or shifts in tone, and a few listeners wish for more traditional budgeting approaches or less reliance on AI-driven ideas. Overall, reviews frequently highlight the show's impact on real-life budgeting and debt payoff, and its approachable, friendly vibe.
- A number of reviews note a strong, supportive community and appreciation for the hosts' candid, down-to-earth style.
- Some listeners feel the format has become more promotional or AI-forward, and a minority miss longer, more traditional personal-finance discussions.
- Several comments mention the hosts' humor and accessibility as key reasons to keep listening.
- The show is praised for practical tips and relatable hosts, with fans often sharing how it helped with debt payoff and daily budgeting.

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The Man Responsible For Why You're Broke
Q: Who is the man responsible for why you're broke, or why consumer culture looks the way it does?
Edward Bernays is introduced as the key figure, with discussions of his influence on propaganda, public relations, and mass marketing.
People on TikTok BEGGING for Money is Unhinged (Sad Fishing for Money)
Q: What do you think about the increase in begging on social media?
It reflects a deeper problem in society with how struggles are being presented and monetized.
The Financial Management Skill No One Taught Us with Carl Richards
Q: What is a question that you think we could be asking ourselves today?
One example could be, 'What's your earliest memory of money?' which can lead to deeper understanding and empathy.
The Financial Management Skill No One Taught Us with Carl Richards
Q: What differences do you see in individuals who have the skill of being able to talk about money?
They have learned to anticipate feelings and emotions that come up during financial discussions, enabling healthier conversations.
She Followed a 1950's Grocery List and it DID NOT Go as Expected
Q: Why did you decide I'm going to do a 1950s meal planner?
It's because this is what people want. I look at YouTube a lot just to do research, and I found many people are interested in 1950s themes.

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What is Frugal Friends Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Brisk, practical discussions about everyday money and budgeting, with a focus on frugality, debt payoff, and smarter consumer choices. Episodes blend actionable tips (meal planning, bill negotiation, budgeting spreadsheets) with candid personal anecdotes, light humor, and occasional guests or sponsor reads. A recurring through-line is turning everyday frugality into durable financial progress—whether fighting debt, avoiding buyer regret, or navigating price increases—while keeping the tone relatable for listeners who want realistic, doable steps rather than hype. Noteworthy strengths include a clear emphasis on actionable tactics, a willingness to critique modern marketing and pricing tricks, and a distinctive blend of friendly banter with ... more

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7. Ingrid Jensen
8. Jared Walker

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