The Jesse Mecham Show

Intuit will shut down Mint, prompting users to look for alternatives. YNAB is recommended for its focus on changing spending behavior and future planning. YNAB prevents financial problems, while Mint tracks past transactions. YNAB prioritizes customer satisfaction, data privacy, and empowering users.

The podcast discusses a game where listeners rate their last 10 transactions based on the level of joy it brought. They explore soul-sucking and joy-filled transactions in future episodes.

The podcast explores the concept of money as a representation of our efforts and skills. It discusses the importance of self-management and prioritizing ourselves in financial management. Taking control of our money is taking control of our lives.

Topics include airlines as banks, alternative college savings strategies, saving money strategies, developing better financial habits, and adjusting podcast playback speed.

This podcast discusses the drawbacks of using credit cards and the unscrupulous motivations of credit card companies. It also explores strategies for budgeting with unpredictable income, handling currency conversions while living abroad, and gives recommendations on investing in index funds.

Learn how to eliminate guilt and love spending money by making informed decisions based on your priorities and future goals.

Exploring the concept of money and its different uses, including giving, saving, investing, and spending. Shifting our perception of spending to find joy and excitement in our purchases. Embracing joyful spending and overcoming guilt to enjoy the freedom of treating ourselves.

Jesse answers listener questions about credit card spending in YNAB, the need for emergency funds, and saving for a down payment in a rising housing market. Other topics include being in control of finances, communicating financial goals, prioritizing decisions, managing timing, and concerns about debit card fraud.

In this podcast, Jesse Meekham talks about the importance of including a partner in budget meetings. He also discusses paying off debt, increasing retirement contributions, and making tough financial decisions like paying off student loans or investing. The podcast provides practical strategies for improving finances and emphasizes the significance of personal preference in making financial decisions.

Jesse answers listener questions about credit card favoritism, minimum purchase requirements, gratitude, budgeting strategies, and the illusion of money. They discuss the importance of play, managing debt for education expenses, and the impact of credit cards on financial success.