Debt Rebel: Stop Living Paycheck-to-Paycheck, Budget Successfully, Improve Money Mindset

If the latest headlines have you checking your bank account twice and praying your job stays secure, you’re not alone.

Between rising costs and government shutdown chaos, it’s easy to feel powerless — but here’s the truth:

Peace with your money doesn’t depend on the headlines. It depends on you.

In this episode of The Debt Rebel Podcast, Jewlz the Budget Nerd shares a timely clip from her Financial Peace in Uncertain Times worksh...

Tired of your January budget falling apart by October? You’re not alone—and you’re not failing at money. Most family budgets fail because they aren’t built to survive real life.

In this episode, I break down the main reasons budgets fail, including overcomplicating, not updating regularly, skipping fun money, and lacking accountability.

I’ll show you how to create a flexible, value-based zero-based budget that evolves with your famil...

Ever wondered what actually goes on inside the Alliance Coaching Program?

In today’s episode, I’m pulling back the curtain and giving you a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like to be a member. You’ll hear a real coaching conversation from one of our monthly Office Hours where we dig into an important (and super relatable) money question:

👉 What should I do with extra income — pay off debt, save for home improvements, or somethi...

Drowning in debt is overwhelming—but staying there is optional. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the 3 biggest mistakes I made while paying off $107,000 of consumer debt… and what I would do differently if I could hop in a time machine.

If you’re just starting your debt-free journey or you’re tired of spinning your wheels, these lessons will save you stress, time, and money:

✅ Why building a starter emergency fund is ...

Back-to-school season can feel like a financial ambush—supplies, sports fees, clothes, fundraisers, and picture day all hitting at once. Most families grab the credit card to cover it, but the stress (and interest) sticks around long after the school year starts.

In this episode, I’m sharing three simple, practical hacks to help you handle back-to-school expenses without debt—so you can feel confident and stress-free as your kids he...

Ever feel like saying no to your kids instantly makes you the “worst mom ever”? You’re not alone, mama. That mom guilt is real — but it doesn’t have to control how you parent or how you handle money.

In this episode, I’m breaking down why we feel guilty when we tell our kids no, the sneaky lies that fuel overspending, and how to shift from guilt to confidence when it comes to parenting and money.

You’ll learn:

• The 3 biggest reason...

Are you constantly stressed by your budget, overspending, or running out of time each month?

In this episode of the Debt Rebel Podcast, I share my three-step monthly planning system that busy parents can implement to regain control over their time, meals, and money.

I break down:
✅ How to plan your time to prevent financial chaos
✅ Meal planning strategies that save money and reduce food waste
✅ How to budget effectively wit...

The average car payment in America is over $700 — and that’s before you add insurance, gas, maintenance, and the emotional stress of keeping up appearances. In this episode, I’m breaking down the hidden costs of car ownership, sharing my family’s real-life story of car debt (including the embarrassing window incident), and showing you practical ways to lower your transportation costs so you can free up cash for your real financial ...

Are you tired of watching your credit card balance barely budge despite making “on-time” payments every month? In this episode of The Debt Rebel Podcast, I’m sharing exactly how my family eliminated over $107K in consumer debt — and how you can pay off your credit cards faster without gimmicks, shame, or going broke in the process.

You’ll learn how to:

• Pick the debt payoff method that works for your brain

• Slash expenses without s...

Feel like you’re way behind when it comes to saving for retirement? You’re not alone—and you’re definitely not too late. In this myth-busting episode, I’m sharing how overwhelmed parents can take 3 powerful steps to start saving for the future even if you’re still paying off debt.

You’ll learn:
✅ Why eliminating debt is the key to building wealth
✅ How to create margin and make the most of your current income
✅ Easy ways to...

Are you constantly spinning plates and praying nothing crashes—especially your finances? In this episode, I break down why busy parents feel stuck in survival mode and how to finally gain control of your money without dropping everything else.

You’ll learn:

• Why budgeting feels impossible when you’re overwhelmed

• How to use habit stacking and automation to simplify your finances

• Easy ways to meal plan and save over $1,000 this year

• Ho...

Hey friend! 👋 If you’ve ever tried a no-spend month hoping it would magically reset your money habits, you’re not alone—but you might be aiming at the wrong target.

In today’s episode, I’m busting the myth that a no-spend month is the answer to your budgeting struggles. Because let’s be real: skipping Starbucks for 30 days isn’t going to change your money story if you don’t have a plan underneath it.

Here’s what you’ll learn:
✅ W...

Ever feel like your budget has a messy secret closet, just like Monica’s in Friends? You know—the one where you throw all the “random” spending and hope no one opens the door? 👀

Yeah... that’s your miscellaneous category, and spoiler alert: it’s probably leaking more money than you think.

In this episode, we're digging into why the miscellaneous line item is a budget killer and how it's secretly sabotaging your financial go...

Do money conversations with your spouse always end in a fight, a shutdown, or total avoidance? You’re not alone—and you’re not doomed. In today’s episode, we’re breaking down the real reasons why you and your partner keep clashing about money (spoiler alert: it’s not just about the numbers).

Whether you’re the planner or the free spirit, the saver or the spender, you’ll walk away with practical, grace-filled tools to communicate, cr...

Thinking about buying a home but feeling overwhelmed by the mortgage process? In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with Kristy Bass of C2 Financial to break down the 5 most commonly asked questions mortgage lenders get—and her honest answers might just surprise you.

We’re talking credit scores, down payments, interest rates, pre-approval, and what really makes or breaks a mortgage application. Kristy also shares how a little prep...

Are you working hard but still wondering, "Why am I STILL living paycheck to paycheck?" You’re not alone—and you’re definitely not lazy. In this raw and relatable episode of The Debt Rebel Podcast, I break down the real reasons why you might feel stuck financially—even when your income seems "decent."

You'll learn:

💸 Why not having a spending plan is quietly sabotaging your progress
💳 The hidden danger of using credit cards as a Ban...

In this deeply personal episode of The Debt Rebel Podcast, Jewlz the Budget Nerd shares a surprising life update—her ADHD diagnosis at age 42—and how it reshaped her understanding of overwhelm, impulse spending, and budgeting struggles. She opens up about the emotional impact of years of burnout, forgotten bills, and financial shame, even as a certified financial coach with a background in economics. Jewlz dives into the systems, r...