Ep. 46 - Frozen Turkeys aren't just for bowling (and Sim cards can fly, if not frozen)

Welcome to the "Frozen" Frugalocity podcast, where the hosts dive into a fun, frugal conversation about saving money and living a "cool" lifestyle without breaking the bank.

This episode targets budget-conscious listeners interested in saving money, side hustles, and practical tips.

The podcast highlights the need to celebrate people who save money and invest for the future, rather than those who chase after flashy, expensive trends. The host shares examples of people who achieved financial stability through smart investments and budgeting, allowing them to retire early or live comfortably without being a "Kardashian or Wall Street Bigwig".

The episode also introduces a new segment idea called "Frugalocity’s Real Men of Cheapness," which celebrates simple ways to save money. This week's focus is on being a "Mr. Frozen Turkey Enthusiast". The host explains thata frozen turkey purchased after Thanksgiving for a low price is significantly cheaper than store-bought deli meat. He calculates that cooking your own turkey can be 85% to 90% cheaper than the store brand and 92% cheaper than Boar's Head deli meat. Even when factoring in the cost of a stick of butter, olive oil, and the weight lost to bone, the savings are still substantial, around 68% when buying at current Walmart prices. The host also addresses commoncounterarguments, such as having to eat turkey sandwiches for multiple days and not eating dark meat, which his co-host Amanda brought up.

Another important topic covered is SIM swapping, a type of identity theft where criminals trick your cell phone provider into transferring your number to a new SIM card. This allows them to intercept two-factor authentication codes andaccess your financial accounts. The podcast emphasizes that most people are vulnerable and unaware of this threat. The solution is to lock your SIM card, a simple step offered by every major cell phone provider, which prevents unauthorized number transfers and protects your digital accounts.

The episode finishes off with their "Fun, Frugal and Fabulous" section, where they recommend the Billy Joel documentary "And So it goes" for its humor and stories behind the music. The episode concludes by reinforcing the message that frugality is not about deprivation but about empowerment, whether through cooking your own turkey or securing your SIM card.

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