The Clark Howard Podcast 03.28.25 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Recession: Potential & Preparation
Mar 28, 2025
Listener critiques take center stage as they dive into the quirks of daylight saving time and its societal impacts. Clark addresses growing concerns about a potential recession, urging listeners to prepare financially. Insights into managing timeshares and the dangers of prepaying for rentals offer valuable consumer advice. The conversation also highlights strategies for navigating economic challenges, with a dash of humor about shopping at Costco and Kroger. Finally, the importance of debt reduction and savvy spending is emphasized to empower listeners.
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Daylight Saving Time Debate
- Clark Howard expresses his joy for daylight saving time, highlighting the extra daylight hours for outdoor activities.
- He acknowledges the divisive nature of this issue, with strong opinions on both sides.
Confirm Rental Car Reservations
- After booking a rental car through a third party, confirm it directly with the rental agency.
- Look for "view, modify, or cancel" options on the agency's website to claim your reservation.
Timeshare Troubles
- A caller asked about a timeshare with high monthly fees, and Clark suggested getting paid to take over one.
- A listener criticized this advice, but Clark clarified that he despises timeshares due to their restrictive nature.