Frugal Friends Podcast

Frugal Friends Podcast

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.

Episodes

July 22, 2025 โ€ข 44 mins

We all want to save as fast as we can but fast is relative. For some, itโ€™s going to take months, for others, years. Either way, one isnโ€™t better than the other because life moves differently for us all. Jen and Jill have been there, and now theyโ€™re sharing five easy steps to make your version of โ€œfastโ€ feel like the speed of light.

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Ever look at your bank statement and thinkโ€ฆ how did that happen? In this first episode of our new Spending Intervention series, Jen and Jill sit down with a listener who bravely shares her 90-day transaction inventory, from surprise splurges to gift-giving gone wild. Together, they uncover whatโ€™s really driving her spending and explore how to shift toward choices that feel more intentional (and less like a budget hang...

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Parents want to give their kids the bestโ€”the toys, the experiences, the memories. But that desire, fueled by pressure to be the โ€œperfect parent,โ€ often leads to overspending and financial stress. In this episode, Jen and Jill explore why this happens, the three main areas parents overspend, and how to take a more mindful approach.

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July 11, 2025 โ€ข 51 mins

If you're in it for the thrill of the hunt, this one's for youโ€”with a twist. Because this time, you actually get to save more. Ingrid Jensen joins us to talk all about the treasure hiding in your clutter like things you forgot you owned, surprise coupons, and the peace that comes with open space. In this episode, weโ€™re revisiting the magic (and strategy) of decluttering!

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July 8, 2025 โ€ข 42 mins

Itโ€™s so normal for us, as a society, to avoid health check-ups out of fear of shocking medical bills. But in most cases, what you see on your medical bill isnโ€™t the amount you actually have to pay. In this episode, experts share the most common medical billing mistakes, how to spot them, and steps to challenge charges, get discounts, and find hidden financial aid.

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July 4, 2025 โ€ข 43 mins

If you think about it, proving your love for your country almost sounds too easyโ€”just shop, and youโ€™re goods! Feels like a win-win. Only itโ€™s not. And worse, it usually costs you more. In this episode, we unpack the propaganda thatโ€™s shaped the idea of shopping as a patriotic act.

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Debt can be a scary word, really. It keeps you up at night, brings on the stress, and makes everything feel heavier. But youโ€™re not alone. Once upon a time, Jen and Jill were there too. So in this episode, theyโ€™re once again sharing how they got through it and reminding you that it is possible.

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Right when you're about to get something done, your phone interrupts: โ€œInsufficient Storage.โ€ Now, instead of working, you're cleaning out files or worse, paying for more space. In this episode, weโ€™re breaking down why digital clutter can be just as costly as physical mess and the smartest ways to simplify your phone so it stays that way.

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One day you're sipping coffee, getting ready for work, and it hits youโ€”youโ€™ve got nothing saved for retirement. Cue the panic. But Jen and Jill are here to remind you once more: itโ€™s never too late. In this episode, they talk about how just getting started now can still make a big difference.

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Healing your inner child is one thing but giving in to every trending collectible might be saying more than you think, because the truth is, it is affecting your spending! This episode is not to deprive you of the fun, but to help you understand how these trendy (and sometimes irresistible) collectibles have hidden consequences and smart ways of luring you in.

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June 17, 2025 โ€ข 57 mins

Propaganda weโ€™re not falling for: That itโ€™s impossible to do a no-spending challenge. Just because the world revolves around capitalism? Nuh-uh. If you know how to do it right you will do it right. There may be pros and cons along the way but the lessons and habits you pick up will benefit you no matter what. And thatโ€™s exactly what Jen and Jill are diving into in this episode.

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Sorry, not sorryโ€”weโ€™re done falling for the societal pressure trap. Weโ€™re getting the bag and living that rich girl vibe. In this episode, Katie from Money with Katie joins us to break down the industries profiting off our insecurities, how to navigate negotiation as a woman, and how to give your budget a full-on Hot Girl Detox.

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June 10, 2025 โ€ข 41 mins

Life isnโ€™t always perfect and neither are fruits and veggies. So they donโ€™t have to be the freshest or most expensive to nourish you. The truth is, being well doesnโ€™t have to cost a lot. In this episode, weโ€™re diving into all things organic and sharing how you can find them for free, on a budget, and totally guilt-free.

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June 6, 2025 โ€ข 49 mins

Itโ€™s a different kind of heartbreak having to fall into scams especially when your intentions were pure. We canโ€™t stop scammers from being shady, but we can learn how to spot the signs and steer clear. In this episode, weโ€™re talking about the latest scam trends and how AI is making them sneakier and weโ€™re sharing easy ways to protect yourself so it doesnโ€™t happen again.

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Budgeting needs some tender, loving care. If you ignore it and donโ€™t check in, itโ€™ll turn its back on you and thatโ€™s when self-sabotage sneaks in and everything starts to fall apart. Take a deep breath, because in this episode, weโ€™re diving into the reasons you might find yourself stuck in that cycle and sharing simple, powerful tips to help you break free for good.

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May 30, 2025 โ€ข 45 mins

That lobster bag is everywhere. Your FYP, your DMs, even your dreams. And as summer hits its stride, so does the relentless push to book, buy, and binge every trend in sight. In this episode, we're calling out the sneaky ways social media makes us want things we don't need. Itโ€™s a fun, eye-opening look at whatโ€™s actually worth it versus what's just really good (or bad) marketing.

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Calling all meat lovers, this is your time to shine! In this episode, Jen and Jill, along with Jenny Mitich, explore all the ways you can get high-quality meat at a great price. Plus, they share how to stretch it into multiple meals down to the very last bone. No waste, just full tummies and good food.

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See how eating healthy doesnโ€™t have to be pricey? Very demure, very mindful. If youโ€™ve been wanting to eat a little better, try more veggies, or just stop spending a lot at the grocery store, this episodeโ€™s for you. Back with a listener favorite, Toni Okamoto is here to prove that plant-based living doesnโ€™t mean sad meals or empty wallets.

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May 20, 2025 โ€ข 44 mins

Weโ€™re about to get so realโ€”and by that, we mean weโ€™re taking deinfluencing to the next level. In this episode, Jen and Jill react to actual videos of how influencers try to get us to spend. They break down what youโ€™re seeing on social media, what itโ€™s doing to you psychologically, and why you donโ€™t need to spend money on Memorial Day.

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Weโ€™re here to remind you: No need to feel guilty about what you bought or what you paid when youโ€™ve gone through the effort to get it at the best price. In this episode, Jen and Jill take you along on Jenโ€™s shopping spree! Jen shares the behind-the-scenes of her mission to find high-quality workout clothes that fit her lifestyle, without overspending.

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