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Frugal Friends Podcast
Hosted by Jen Smith & Jill Sirianni | Backyard Ventures · EN
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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The Self-Care Industry Is Making Us Broke
May 100:43:14Summary readySelf-care is supposed to make you less tired, yet every “self-care routine” we see on social media has 18 exhausting steps. Its normalization has come at a cost for some of us. So today, we’re exposing the marketing disguised as self-care and what you can actually do to take care of yourself, from a licensed mental health professional.🎙️ Get full show notes here!https://bit.ly/ffpselfcare 📚 Our book: Buy What You Love Without Going Broke https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/order-buy-what-you-love-without-going-broke/ 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks.https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from ushttps://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/💸 Check out our monthly challenge communityhttp://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
SummaryThe Credit Card Rewards Game Is Changing (And Banks Are Winning)
Apr 2800:47:16Summary readyCredit 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 happening, if it is still worth it and what to do instead.🎙️ Get full show notes here!https://bit.ly/ffpcreditrewards📚 Our book: Buy What You Love Without Going Broke https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/order-buy-what-you-love-without-going-broke/ 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks.https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from ushttps://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/💸 Check out our monthly challenge communityhttp://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
SummaryListen to This to Shape The Future of Frugal Friends
Apr 2400:58:00Summary readyEight 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 8th year anniversary, we want to share how frugal friends have impacted you and give you a chance to shape the future of Frugal Friends.🎙️ Get full show notes here!https://bit.ly/8yearswithffp📚 Our book: Buy What You Love Without Going Broke https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/order-buy-what-you-love-without-going-broke/ 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks.https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from ushttps://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/💸 Check out our monthly challenge communityhttp://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Summary15 Save Money Tips I Wish I Learned Sooner
Apr 2100:52:09Summary readyWe 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 them now so you know how valuable they are.🎙️ Get full show notes here!https://bit.ly/ffpmoneylessons📚 Our book: Buy What You Love Without Going Broke https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/order-buy-what-you-love-without-going-broke/ 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks.https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from ushttps://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/💸 Check out our monthly challenge communityhttp://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
SummaryReal People Share How They Save Money on Groceries
Apr 1700:47:55Summary readyIf 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 their own ways to save on food and Jen and Jill share it all in this episode.🎙️ Get full show notes here!https://bit.ly/ffpsaveongroceries📚 Our book: Buy What You Love Without Going Broke https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/order-buy-what-you-love-without-going-broke/ 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks.https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from ushttps://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/💸 Check out our monthly challenge communityhttp://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
SummaryWe Make $7,000/Month… So Why Are We Still Broke? (Budget Makeover)
Apr 1400:57:00Summary readyWe got a budget confession that’s too good (and relatable) not to share. A listener shared their finances along with the moments that make money feel impossible to manage. In this episode, our goal is to figure out ways they can refine their budget, stop living paycheck to paycheck, and achieve their financial goals without depriving them of the things they value.🎙️ Get full show notes here!https://bit.ly/ffpbudgetmakeover📚 Our book: Buy What You Love Without Going Broke https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/order-buy-what-you-love-without-going-broke/ 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks.https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from ushttps://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/💸 Check out our monthly challenge communityhttp://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
SummaryGot Extra Cash? Here's What to do With It
Apr 1000:44:59Summary readyWindfalls come once in a blue moon. When they do, it feels like hitting the jackpot—suddenly anything seems possible. But if we don’t use them wisely, they can disappear just as fast as they arrived. In this episode, we’re walking through exactly what to do with extra cash so it actually improves your life!🎙️ Get full show notes here!https://bit.ly/ffpextracash📚 Our book: Buy What You Love Without Going Broke https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/order-buy-what-you-love-without-going-broke/ 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks.https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from ushttps://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/💸 Check out our monthly challenge communityhttp://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Summary25 Little Luxuries That Are Worth Every Penny in 2026
Apr 700:50:22Summary readyWe spend thousands chasing little luxuries—spa days, vacations, expensive coffee—but some of the best luxuries in life are completely free. In fact we believe most luxury isn’t actually about spending money, it’s about removing stress. So today we’re sharing 25 of our favorite little luxuries that feel expensive but cost absolutely nothing.🎙️ Get full show notes here!https://bit.ly/ffplittleluxuries 📚 Our book: Buy What You Love Without Going Broke https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/order-buy-what-you-love-without-going-broke/ 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks.https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from ushttps://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/💸 Check out our monthly challenge communityhttp://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
SummaryMinimalism Isn’t Saving You Money Anymore (here’s why)
Apr 300:44:06Summary readyMinimalism, in the year of our lord 2026, isn’t what it used to be. What started as a way to simplify and save is now often costing people more, thanks to social media trends and influencer hype. Today, we’re breaking down how to get the real benefits of minimalism without all the excess baggage.🎙️ Get full show notes here!https://bit.ly/ffpminimalismnomore📚 Our book: Buy What You Love Without Going Broke https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/order-buy-what-you-love-without-going-broke/ 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks.https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from ushttps://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/💸 Check out our monthly challenge communityhttp://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Summary21 Spending Habits That Are Quietly Keeping You Broke
Mar 3100:53:13Summary readyWarning: this episode might expose a few spending habits we’re all guilty of. The takes are spicy and the questions are thought-provoking, but the goal is simple: help you keep more of your money. Today, Jen and Jill break down 21 everyday habits that could be secretly draining your paycheck.🎙️ Get full show notes here!https://bit.ly/ffpspendinghabits📚 Our book: Buy What You Love Without Going Broke https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/order-buy-what-you-love-without-going-broke/ 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks.https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from ushttps://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/💸 Check out our monthly challenge communityhttp://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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