The Clark Howard Podcast 11.28.25 BEST OF: About Clark Howard + A Special Birthday Edition of Clark Stinks
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Nov 28, 2025 Celebrate a special birthday with a journey through Clark Howard's life, from college struggles to launching successful ventures. Listeners share heartfelt tributes on how Clark's advice transformed their finances and sparked gratitude, especially during tough job losses. Enjoy anecdotes, from humorous jabs about Clark's hair to stories of big savings and travel insurance wins. Reflect on Clark's commitment to consumer help, community service with Habitat for Humanity, and a light-hearted farewell before he returns with fresh tips.
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Early Financial Shock Shaped Habits
- Clark Howard recounts his family suddenly losing income during college and how it forced him to re-register as a night student and work full time while finishing school in three years.
- That experience shaped his lifelong habit of saving aggressively and living below his means.
From Travel Agency To Media Breakthrough
- At 25 Clark opened a travel agency and grew to five agencies by 31 before being bought out and effectively 'retiring' to Florida for several years.
- A radio guest appearance about travel later launched his media career in radio and television.
Save Half Your Take-Home Pay
- Make saving automatic and large: Clark says he saved about 50% of his take-home pay early on after his family's setback.
- Living on less than you make builds control and resilience when unexpected events occur.