Smart Money Happy Hour with Rachel Cruze and George Kamel
Pull up a chair to the happy hour you wish your friends were having. Mix two money experts with some hot takes and a splash of nostalgia, and you get Rachel Cruze and George Kamel talking unfiltered about what’s going on in the world, pop culture, and how to afford a life you love.
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September 11, 2025 • 42 mins
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When you think you’re slaying the personal finance game by following the latest money trend . . . but you’re really just taking one step forward and two steps back—no more! Today, George and Rachel are explaining why these common financial habits will make you broke, average or wealthy.
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September 4, 2025 • 47 mins
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Is it actually possible to plan a quality date night at any budget level? In this episode, you’re going to find out! George and Rachel are looking at real-life, real-budget scenarios and creating fun date nights on the spot.
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August 28, 2025 • 58 mins
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We’ve got a doctor in the house today, friends. In this episode, mental health expert Dr. John Delony gives Rachel and George some financial therapy, plus shares his hot takes on your money and relationship questions.
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August 21, 2025 • 34 mins
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Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively, McDonald’s hot coffee, Gwyneth Paltrow on the slopes—we’re breaking down the most infamous (and expensive) lawsuits in pop culture history. After running the numbers, were they really worth the cost? Tune in to find out!
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August 14, 2025 • 49 mins
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Is there ever a financially “right” time to have a baby? In this episode, Rachel and George answer your biggest money questions about starting a family and raising kids—so you know what to expect when you’re expecting.
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August 7, 2025 • 47 mins
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You can’t judge a book by its cover, but can you judge someone’s ability to build wealth by their financial habits? In today’s episode, Rachel Cruze and George Kamel are waving their red flags at things that scream, “I’m bad with money....
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July 31, 2025 • 37 mins
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Today we’re answering your real-life money questions! In this episode, Rachel and George listen to your voicemails and share their hot takes on everything from wedding expenses to kids’ braces.
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July 24, 2025 • 46 mins
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Does your current net worth feel like a power move or a bad punch line? In this episode, Rachel and George break down how what you’ve got compares to the average American by age and why it matters for your future.
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July 17, 2025 • 42 mins
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Is it harder for Gen Z to get ahead with money compared to other generations? In this episode, Rachel and George break down what’s working for and against them—plus answer Gen Z’s biggest questions about how to win financially.
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July 10, 2025 • 45 mins
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Anyone else feel like being middle class is making a comeback? In this episode, Rachel and George talk through why this is happening, plus invite you to play along as they react to the internet’s favorite
“middle-class luxuries.”
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July 3, 2025 • 46 mins
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Ever wonder how we went from using gold coins to dollar bills? In this episode, Rachel and George celebrate America’s birthday by unpacking the wild history of U.S. currency and testing your knowledge with some fun American money trivia.
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June 26, 2025 • 40 mins
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Is starting an online fundraiser for yourself so you can go to Yoga Teacher Training really cringy or kind of genius? In this episode, Rachel and George react to the wildest GoFundMe campaigns out there. Plus, find out why giving is actually the most fun you’ll have with money.
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June 19, 2025 • 47 mins
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Inflation is real right now . . . but we do have some things going for us. In this episode, Rachel and George reveal which things are cheaper now than they used to be, plus which purchases you can make that hold their value.
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June 12, 2025 • 37 mins
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Swapping sparklers for potato flakes for a budget-friendly wedding send-off might seem smart—until you end up covered in mashed potato. In this episode, Rachel and George react to real “frugal wedding fails” and share their take on what’s actually worth the money when planning your big day.
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June 5, 2025 • 42 mins
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Could your guilty pleasures—like fancy water or a fresh manicure appointment—actually be keeping you broke? Find out in this episode as Rachel and George reveal their own “guilty pleasure” purchases, plus react to some of yours.
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May 29, 2025 • 40 mins
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Would you rather buy one pair of expensive designer shoes or get five cheap pairs in every color? In this episode, Rachel and George make their case for quality vs. quantity, plus help you decide when it’s best to splurge or save.
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May 22, 2025 • 42 mins
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From Abercrombie jeans to Juicy Couture tracksuits, some things just felt fancier in the ’90s. In this episode, Rachel and George invite you to play along as they reveal the price of nostalgic status symbols and decide if they’re still worth the splurge today.
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May 15, 2025 • 34 mins
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If you’ve ever wondered if you’re the one in the wrong in a sticky situation, we can relate. In this episode, Rachel and George react to messy money problems on Reddit—so tune in to find out who’s really the jerk.
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May 8, 2025 • 45 mins
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If you’ve ever left a comment on this show saying we’re out of touch, totally wrong or just plain crazy—we see you! 😅 In this episode, Rachel and George react to the hottest takes from our comments section to see if any of them might have a point.
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May 1, 2025 • 41 mins
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Dropping $10 on latte art . . . Waste of money or totally worth it? In this episode, Rachel and George call out the dumbest things people spend money on, plus you’ll find out what questions to ask next time you’re tempted to splurge.
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