The Clark Howard Podcast
Clark Howard
Save more and spend less is more than just a motto for money expert Clark Howard; it’s a way of life. Clark and his crew — Team Clark — are on a mission to empower people to take control of their personal finances by providing money-saving tips, consumer advice, hot deals and economic news to help everyone achieve financial freedom. Clark is a nationally syndicated radio talk show host and a consumer reporter for television stations around the country. His podcast, The Clark Howard Show, receives more than one million downloads each month and is a hub for listeners to get valuable advice on-demand any time. Clark answers questions on the most popular business and consumer topics including; how to buy a cars, financing a home, retirement planning, shopping for insurance and getting the most out of your savings. Join the conversation and submit your question to www.clark.com/askclark . Clark spearheads two free resources — Clark.com and ClarkDeals.com — to encourage consumers to save more, spend less and avoid ripoffs.
Episodes
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Jun 14, 2024 • 30min
06.14.24 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Invest & Retire: Time Is Money
Topics discussed include retirement savings, utilizing 401(k) plans, saving money on utilities, and advocating for oneself at the dentist. The episode also covers the importance of starting to save for retirement early in life, understanding Japanese business philosophy, and the impact of employer matches on financial security.
Jun 13, 2024 • 32min
06.13.24 A Warning For Entrepreneurs / Airport Security - New TSA Screening Tech
Beware MLMs targeting entrepreneurs. Discover long-term care insurance benefits. Learn to protect against identity theft. Explore airport security challenges. Get insurance tips for teen drivers and financial advice on investing.
Jun 12, 2024 • 34min
06.12.24 Money Well Spent / Housing Market Update
The podcast discusses the importance of investing in health to save more, and provides insights on the shifting housing market. Topics include exercise apps, service line insurance, robo-advisors, car buying tips, and financial advice for individuals with limited savings.
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Jun 11, 2024 • 34min
06.11.24 Technology Vs Privacy / How To Deal With Hospital Bills
Balancing technology and privacy, dealing with inaccurate hospital bills, owning digital items, sharing personal information, Walmart's purchase of Vizio, managing medical debt, setting up a Health Savings Account, automatic bill pay safety, choosing charities, and more in a lively and informative podcast episode.
Jun 10, 2024 • 30min
06.10.24 Which Documents Should You Keep? / Safeguarding Our Seniors
Learn about the importance of safeguarding finances with proper document organization and protecting elderly loved ones from scams. Get financial advice on managing loan documents, vehicle maintenance, and insurance policies. Discover strategies for handling unexpected windfalls and pension considerations. Evaluate the benefits of AAA membership for towing services and alternatives.
Jun 7, 2024 • 32min
06.07.24 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Your Retirement Lifestyle
On this episode, Clark discusses retirement challenges and joys, avoiding depression post-retirement, Costco vs. Sam's Club shopping differences, the importance of overdraft protection and digital privacy, age-friendly universities, retirees going back to college, and finding purpose in retirement through core pursuits and volunteer work.
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Jun 6, 2024 • 33min
06.06.24 Become A Price Negotiator / Warning: Dietary Supplements & Protein Powders
Learn how to negotiate prices on everything from cars to cable bills. Be wary of false health claims on dietary supplements. Tips on avoiding fraud with supplements and protein powders.
Jun 5, 2024 • 32min
06.05.23 Back To Basics: Cryptocurrency / Financial Ed Begins At Home
Cryptocurrency trends are discussed, along with the importance of financial education for kids. Teach them at home using the FiCycle curriculum. Clark shares his views on 'Crypto Winter' and the value of explaining money for better math education.
Jun 4, 2024 • 33min
06.04.24 Don’t Get Burned On Sunscreen / Auto Repair Costs & Warranties
This podcast covers essential tips on sunscreen selection for skin protection, insights on extended car warranties and rising repair costs, and financial advice for teen travelers. Topics include sunscreen recommendations, managing car repair expenses, and currency exchange tips for overseas trips.
Jun 3, 2024 • 24min
06.03.24 Managing Travel Rewards / Smart Shopping Carts - A Review
Guest Anthony reports on the latest cashier-less tech at Fairway Market. Podcast covers managing travel rewards, smart shopping carts, auto insurance rates, and AI-powered carts in NY. Insights on maximizing travel points, concerns about voice cloning, financial security, and importance of thawing credit for insurance rates.
