By Tanni Haas, Ph.D.
For those looking to maximize their financial resources, podcasts offer an excellent solution. They can be enjoyed at your convenience, whether you’re multitasking or taking a break. Below is a curated selection of my top podcasts designed to assist parents in navigating their financial journeys.
“Frugal Friends”
(Available on: Apple, Audible, Spotify)
Money management can take many forms such as cutting back on spending, adhering to a defined budget, or investing in various assets like stocks, bonds, and real estate. True to its name, Frugal Friends promotes a specific strategy: keeping expenditures to a minimum. Hosted by Jen Smith and Jill Sirianni, two long-time friends, this podcast provides inventive tips for parents to reduce their costs. Recent discussions have delved into how maintaining a good credit score can lead to savings and effective methods for lowering grocery bills and phone expenses.
“Inspired Budget”
(Available on: Apple, Audible, Spotify)
Inspired Budget takes an alternate route regarding financial management, focusing on effectively aligning income with expenses through careful budgeting. Created by Allison Baggerly, a former teacher who faced financial challenges on her and her husband’s salary, the podcast examines techniques such as utilizing cash envelopes to maintain budget discipline and avoiding impulse buys. Allison also offers online budgeting courses and is the author of “Money Made Easy: How to Budget, Pay Off Debt, and Save Money.”
“Marriage, Kids and Money”
(Available on: Apple, Audible, Spotify)
Andy Hill, the host of Marriage, Kids, and Money and a father of two, presents a more holistic view on managing finances. Through interviews with successful parents and esteemed personal finance authorities, he discusses collaborative strategies for achieving financial independence. Recent episodes debate the merits of paying off a mortgage versus investing in stocks and bonds, along with the significance of managing student loans responsibly. This acclaimed podcast has even been nominated for “Best Podcast of the Year.”
“Moms Who Money”
(Available on: Apple, Audible, Spotify)
Distinct from the previous entries, Moms Who Money specifically addresses the needs of mothers. Eileen Joy, a single parent who transformed her financial situation through education, leads this podcast with the goal of empowering women to take control of their finances. Instead of focusing on money management techniques, Eileen discusses topics such as alleviating financial stress and achieving compatibility with partners regarding financial matters.
“The His and Her Money Show”
(Available on: Apple, Audible, Spotify)
Similar to Moms Who Money, The His and Her Money Show emphasizes the importance of harmonizing finances within a marriage. Hosted by Talaat and Tai McNeely, who wrote the book “Money Talks: The Ultimate Couple’s Guide to Communicating About Money,” the podcast also covers entrepreneurship and related financial topics. Several episodes shed light on what couples need to do in order to launch, expand, and successfully scale their business ventures.
About the Author
Tanni Haas, Ph.D. is a Professor in the Department of Communication Arts, Sciences, and Disorders at the City University of New York – Brooklyn College.
