
Money shouldn't be this hard — and it isn't! YNAB founder Jesse Mecham is here to help you finally stop worrying about money and get good at spending it.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 830 | Founded | 15 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EducationKids & Family | |||

Believe it or not, money can also be... for you. To spend on you and your wants. Many people carry around the idea that their money only exists for others, and that they are somehow unworthy of spending on themselves. But part of freeing yourself fro... more
Money can be for now, it can be for later, but it can also be for ease. What do you mean, ease? Simply put, when you get one month ahead on your spending -- you start living on last month's income instead of yesterday's income -- your life gets simpl... more
What does your money need to do? Last week, Jesse talked about the first answer to this question -- the money "for now," those non-negotiable expenses or goods that need to be paid for or bought in the immediate future. He urged you to consider what ... more
Jesse continues discussing the new central question of the YNAB method -- what does your money need to do? -- which replaced the old commandment to give every dollar a job. There are only five ways to answer this question, but it is deceptively deep.... more
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He’s gotten very boring
Listening to this podcast just makes me feel so calm and happy! I love the music and Jesse’s voice 😆
And at the same time I get great financial advice! I’m on my 4th month of YNAB and it has been so life changing and life GIVING. Thank you, Jesse!
This is not only a good show but it and the related topic (YNAB.com) are important. I highly recommend both.
Best show!
Jesse, I am sorry but, I did the creepy thing and listened to all the previous episodes. I was in too deep when you first said not to do that but I had to finish them all.
I’ve been using YNAB since the start of 2023 and have since payed off nearly $10,000 of medical and CC debt since. I got my mom plugged in and turned her financial life around as well. I am currently working on my last debt (my car) and aging my money. All while feeling the most financially free and comfortable ever. Your pro... more
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The show centers on practical money mindset and budgeting strategies that aim to reduce money anxiety and help listeners spend with intention. Episodes mix actionable frameworks (like giving every dollar a job), real-life stories, and Q&A that cover debt payoff, saving for kids, retirement planning, and managing money within relationships or households. A distinctive thread is translating budgeting into everyday life—often with a warm, relatable voice, short and digestible formats, and occasional book or program promotions that broaden the learning beyond individual episodes. Fans often praise the calming delivery, tangible tips, and the way financial decisions are tied to personal values and life goals, making it approachable for both newc... more
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