Episodes

  • The Science Behind How Simplicity Impacts Your Money
    Mar 14 2025

    In life, we often say less is more and that "more" is the abundance that comes from making space for what truly matters. And when simplicity comes your way, expect that money will follow. In this episode, Jen and Jill bring the science behind simplicity, how it shapes our money habits, and ways to embrace it in everyday life.

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Why Minimalism is the Key to Financial Wellness
    Mar 11 2025

    We’re all about that frugal life, but what happens when you take it a step further and embrace minimalism? In this episode, Jen and Jill dive into how a minimalist mindset can help you reclaim your power, boost your confidence in spending decisions, and make room for what truly matters.

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    43 mins
  • How Marketers Use the Same Tactics as Cults with Dr. Mara Einstein
    Mar 7 2025

    If you ever feel like you’re being lured into spending, you’re probably right. Marketers have mastered the art of playing on your emotions just like cults do. In this episode, Jen and Jill are joined by Dr. Mara Einstein of Buy Now! The shopping Conspiracy to break down how brands tap into your pain points, build a sense of community, and keep you stuck in a cycle of doom scrolling and spending.

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Beginner's Guide to Zero-Based Budgeting: Your Path to Smart Saving
    Mar 4 2025

    If you love everything in its proper place but budgeting has never quite clicked, this one might be the missing piece. Spoiler alert: budgeting methods are all pretty similar—it just depends on how you approach them and how you move with your money. In this episode, Jen and Jill venture an easy guide for you to save smarter and reach your financial goals much faster.

    🎙️ Get full show notes here!
    https://bit.ly/3ER6fDx

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    https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter

    📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us
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    47 mins
  • Higher Needs: What They Cost us & What To Do Instead
    Feb 28 2025

    Who here loves spending money? We’re just the same! Most of us were never really taught how to spend wisely, so our mission has always been to find that radical middle between saving and spending. In this episode, Jen and Jill join the crowd as they share stories about spending on higher needs and guiding us toward better ways to meet them.

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    45 mins
  • Start Healing Your Money Trauma with Shannah Game
    Feb 25 2025

    We listen, we don’t judge! We know money can be a sensitive and vulnerable topic, and it’s easy to feel ashamed of past financial decisions. But we’re not here to judge, we're here to help you rebuild your confidence with money. In this episode, Jen and Jill, along with Shannah Game, explore how to recognize, understand, and begin your healing journey from money trauma.

    🎙️ Get full show notes here!
    https://bit.ly/4jBRBA1

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    💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks.
    https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter

    📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us
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    48 mins
  • How to Build and Break Habits That Cause You to Overspend
    Feb 21 2025

    You swore you’d only spend this much but for some reason ended up spending THAT much? Some sneaky habits might be leading you there without you even realizing it. In this episode, Jen and Jill break down what’s triggering these spending traps, how to break free from them, and some key reminders for when things don’t go as planned.

    🎙️ Get full show notes here!
    https://bit.ly/42SA6Fp

    📘 Order the book here
    https://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast

    💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks.
    https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter

    📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us
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    💸 Check out our monthly challenge community
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    1 hr
  • The Top 10 Benefits of Frugal Living
    Feb 18 2025

    Who better to talk about the benefits of frugal living than your Frugal Friends? If you are interested in frugal living and are interested to know if you are one, this episode is for you. In this episode, Jen and Jill share why they love this lifestyle—and why you just might love it too!

    🎙️ Get full show notes here!
    https://bit.ly/4b12xmL

    📘 Order the book here
    https://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast

    💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks.
    https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter

    📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us
    https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/

    💸 Check out our monthly challenge community
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    https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends

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    46 mins