George Kamel

George Kamel

George Kamel is a personal finance expert and co-host of The Ramsey Show and Smart Money Happy Hour. Following Ramsey’s proven money plan, George went from negative net worth to a millionaire in under 10 years. His goal is to help people spend less, save more, and avoid money traps so they can live a life with more margin, options and freedom. This show will simplify complex money topics, bust money myths with actual facts, and debunk the stupid financial advice you're seeing in your social media feed. All with a healthy dose of pop culture, humor, and snark. Have a story for George? Send us a message to guest@georgekamel.com. Want George on your show? Connect with us at media@georgekamel.com

Episodes

July 11, 2025 11 mins
📙 Order my book, Breaking Free From Broke.   Anyone else feel weird about letting AI access your bank account? In this episode, find out how AI personal shoppers work, the risks involved, and how to use technology to shop smart.   Next Steps: • 🎥 Watch my video The Horrible Mistake DoorDash Just Made (And Why It Matters). • 📈 Are you on track with the Baby Steps? Get a free personalized plan.  • 💵 Start your free budget ...
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📙 Order my book, Breaking Free From Broke, or listen on audiobook. Would you tell a total stranger how much debt you have? Well, these guys would. Today, we’reheaded to the streets to find out how much debt people really have, plus how they can get rid of it for good. Next Steps: • 🎥 Watch my video How I Went From Broke to Millionaire in Under 10 Years. • 📈 Are you on track with the Baby Steps? Get a free personalized plan...
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🛡 ️Get tax-ready with our free resources. TikTok is wild—especially when it comes to money advice. In this episode, I react to the most viral money content out there and weigh in on what’s good advice and what’s just plainridiculous. Next Steps: • 🎥 Watch my video How People Felt About Credit Cards 30 Years Ago. • 📈 Are you on track with the Baby Steps? Get a free personalized plan.  • 💵 Start your free budget today. Dow...
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Let’s be honest, just because it’s on the Internet doesn’t mean it’s real. In this episode, I react to even more viral money advice on TikTok so you know what’s really worth believing.    Next Steps: • 🎥 Watch my video Money Expert Shocked by Broke TikTokers. • 📈 Are you on track with the Baby Steps? Get a free personalized plan.  • 💵 Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar app!    Connect With Our Sponsors...
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📙 Order my book, Breaking Free From Broke, or listen on audiobook. Would you drive two states away to save $20 on Facebook Marketplace? In this episode, I react to frugal tips—some of which are genius and others . . . not so much.  Next Steps: • 🎥 Watch my video 12 Rules for (a Frugal) Life. • 📈 Are you on track with the Baby Steps? Get a free personalized plan.  • 💵 Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar...
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📙 Listen to my audiobook, Breaking Free From Broke. Half of parents are still paying their adult kids’ bills—and yeah, that’s a problem. In this episode,find out how relying on mom and dad is hurting you both, plus steps you can take to “break up” and build real financial independence instead. Next Steps: • 🎥 Watch my video How I Went From Broke to Millionaire in Under 10 Years. • 💰 Find out how much your investments could...
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📙 Order my book, Breaking Free From Broke or get it on audiobook.   In this episode, I took calls from real people asking the question, “Should I buy it?” See what Ihad to say about some of these purchases, plus, learn five easy questions to ask that will help you spend smarter.   Next Steps: • 🎥 Watch my video 17 Things Frugal People REFUSE to Buy. • 💰 Beat debt and build wealth faster with Financial Peace University. • ...
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🛡️Take the Coverage Checkup to get a personalized action plan. There are thousands of insurance options out there—but lucky for you, only eight are necessary. In this episode, find out what they are, why you need them, and how much coverage to get. Next Steps:  • 🎥 Watch my video Why Car Insurance Is Skyrocketing. • 🎥 Watch my video How Health Savings Accounts Work (Most Americans Are Missing Out). • 📈 Are you on track w...
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📈 Are you on track with the Baby Steps? Get a free personalized plan.   Just because something sounds smart doesn’t mean it won’t wreck your finances. In this episode, find out seven money moves that seem smart but are low-key wealth killers.    Next Steps:  • 🎥 Watch my video ⁠5 Money Mistakes People Constantly Make!⁠ • 📙 Order my book, ⁠Breaking Free From Broke⁠, or get it on ⁠audiobook⁠.  • 💵 ⁠Start your free budget t...
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💰 Get Ramsey’s Complete Guide to Investing for free. You don’t have to work on Wall Street to understand mutual funds. In this episode, find out what they are, how they work, and the four types of mutual funds that will help you build some serious wealth.  Next Steps: • 🎥 Watch my video ⁠Investing for Beginners⁠. • 📈 ⁠Are you on track with the Baby Steps? Get a free personalized plan. ⁠ • ⁠💵⁠ ⁠Start your free budget toda...
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💰 Work with a trained Ramsey coach. The number of people filing for bankruptcy is WAY up—and the worst part is, most of them don’teven know what they’re signing up for. In this episode, find out the truth about bankruptcy, what it costs you, and when it’s actually the right move. Next Steps: • 🎥 Watch my video Best Way to Pay Off Debt Fast (That Actually Works). • 📙 Get my audiobook, Breaking Free From Broke. • 📈 Are you...
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💰 Get Ramsey’s Complete Guide to Investing for free.   Remember back in April when Trump announced tariffs and the stock market plummeted? Wellin this episode, you’re going to find out what actually happened, plus what smart investors do when the market takes a dip. Next Steps: • 🎥 Watch my video How Much You Should Have in Your 401(k)—by Age. • 📖 Read The National Study of Millionaires. • 📈 Are you on track with the Ba...
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📗 Order my hardcover book, Breaking Free From Broke, or listen to the audiobook. Are you smarter than the average American when it comes to money? In this episode, I’mtackling three of the hardest questions from a personal finance quiz (so test your knowledge byplaying along)! Next Steps: • 🎥 Watch my video 9 Ways You’re Losing Money Without Realizing It. • 📈 Are you on track with the Baby Steps? Get a free personalized pl...
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📗 Listen to my audiobook, Breaking Free From Broke. Think you’re living the frugal life? In this episode, I’ll share 11 places frugal people avoid and how to tell if it’s time to rethink your money habits. Next Steps: • 🎥 Watch my video ⁠12 Rules for (a Frugal) Life⁠. • 📈 ⁠Are you on track with the Baby Steps? Get a free personalized plan.⁠ • ⁠💵⁠ ⁠Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar app!⁠•  Connect ...
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💰 Find out your earning potential with the Investment Calculator.  TikTok is full of free money advice—proceed with caution, folks. In this episode, I react to the latest roundup of personal finance content sweeping the internet. Next Steps: • 🎥 Watch my video 21 Things Broke People Waste Money On. • 📈 Are you on track with the Baby Steps? Get a free personalized plan. • 💵 Start your free budget today. Download the Every...
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📙 Listen to my audiobook, Breaking Free From Broke.   If you’ve been chasing your money goals, you’ve probably already had some wins worth celebrating. In this episode, find out 11 financial milestones that prove you’re doing better than you might realize. Next Steps: • 🎥 Watch my video How I Went From Broke to Millionaire in Under 10 Years. • 💰 Beat debt and build wealth faster with Financial Peace University. • 💸 Get ...
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💸 Take the free, five-minute Side Hustle Quiz and start growing your income!   Is it possible to make money without doing anything? In this episode, I’m reacting to a list of eight ways to make money with no effort. You’ll learn what’s nonsense, what’s smart, and a few real ways to make money with minimal work required.   Next Steps: • 🎥 Watch my videos:o ⁠17 Things Frugal People REFUSE to Buy⁠ o ⁠Best Way to Pay Off Debt F...
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Could we be heading into a recession—or is the media just being dramatic to get clicks? In this episode, you’ll learn what a recession really is and how to protect your money if the economy goes south. Next Steps: • 🎥 Watch my video Best Way to Pay Off Debt Fast (That Actually Works). • 📈 Are you on track with the Baby Steps? Get a free personalized plan. • 💵 Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar app! C...
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💵 Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar app!    Buckle up as I hit the road with mental health expert (and my best friend) Dr. John Delony. Find out the top money mistake couples are making in 2025, how to get on the same page financially, plus the answer to the biggest question of all: Is John even a real doctor?   Next Steps:  • 📞 Ask Dr. John Delony a question! Call 844-693-3291 or ⁠send him a message⁠. ...
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💵 Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar app! Thanks to DoorDash and Klarna, you can now finance a Crunchwrap Supreme! In this episode, find out why this ridiculous (aka, totally loco) new partnership is bad news and how to avoid the buy now, pay later trap. Next Steps: • 🎥 Watch my video How to Detox Your Money in 30 Days. • 📈 Are you on track with the Baby Steps? Get a free personalized plan. Connect W...
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