

George Kamel
Ramsey Network
George Kamel is a personal finance expert and co-host of The Ramsey Show and Smart Money Happy Hour. Following Ramsey’s proven money plan, George went from negative net worth to a millionaire in under 10 years. His goal is to help people spend less, save more, and avoid money traps so they can live a life with more margin, options and freedom. This show will simplify complex money topics, bust money myths with actual facts, and debunk the stupid financial advice you're seeing in your social media feed. All with a healthy dose of pop culture, humor, and snark.Have a story for George? Send us a message to guest@georgekamel.com. Want George on your show? Connect with us at media@georgekamel.com
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Feb 12, 2025 • 12min
Is This Really America's #1 Wealth Killer?
Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar app! I thought I knew America’s number one wealth killer, but one mysterious message changed everything. Enjoy this financial twist on the Serial podcast as we look for the true wealth killer. Connect With Our Sponsors:
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Feb 10, 2025 • 12min
The Hidden Truth About Mortgage Costs (It's Not Good)
📈 Are you on track with the Baby Steps? Get a free personalized plan. Would you rather buy a nicer house in cash or spend all your extra money on interest for decades? In this episode, I’ll explain why I think mortgages are a scam and how to save a literal fortune instead. Next Steps:
🎥 Watch my video How to Pay Off Your House in 10 Years or Less.
💰 Pay off your mortgage faster with the mortgage payoff calculator.
🏠 Find all the tools to reach your home goals with our Real Estate Home Base.
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Feb 7, 2025 • 14min
9 Financial Goals You Should Achieve Before 40
📈 Are you on track with the Baby Steps? Get a free personalized plan. What do you want your life to look like when you turn the big 4-0? In this episode, find out the nine financial goals you’ll want to reach before hitting 40 that will help you build wealth (and avoid that midlife crisis Miata). Next Steps:
🎥 Watch my video What Your Net Worth SHOULD Be by Age 40.
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Feb 5, 2025 • 17min
Money Expert Reacts to Cringe Finance TikToks
📈 Are you on track with the Baby Steps? Get a Free Personalized Plan - https://ter.li/t8v6zqAs long as there’s dumb money advice on social media, I’ll keep giving my two cents. In this episode, I react to the latest round of crazy financial videos you found on TikTok. Next Steps:
🎥 Watch my video I Ticked Off a Million People . . .
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Feb 3, 2025 • 13min
Tired Of Being Broke? (Watch This)
📈 Are you on track with the Baby Steps? Get a free personalized plan. You don’t have to stay broke your whole life, and I can prove it. In this episode, you’ll learn how to escape the vicious cycle of being broke and make some real progress with your money. Next Steps:
🎥 Watch my video Best Way to Pay Off Debt Fast (That Actually Works).
💵 Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar app!
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Jan 31, 2025 • 13min
12 More Rules For (A Frugal) Life
📈 Are you on track with the Baby Steps? Get a Free Personalized Plan - https://ter.li/t8v6zqTurns out, I chose the frugal life and the frugal life chose me. In this episode, learn 12 of my rules for frugal living that will give you the margin you need to build wealth. Next Steps:
🎥 Watch my video 12 Rules for (a Frugal) Life.
💵 Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar app!
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Jan 29, 2025 • 10min
Why Most People Don’t Retire A Millionaire (And What To Do About It)
📈 Are you on track with the Baby Steps? Get a Free Personalized Plan - https://ter.li/t8v6zqRetiring with millions is easier than you might think . . . ready for the secret? In this episode, you’ll learn what you can do with your money now to enter your golden years in style. Next Steps:
🎥 Watch my video How I Built a $1M Net Worth by 32.
💵 Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar app!
💰 Plan for your future with the Ramsey retirement calculator.
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Jan 27, 2025 • 10min
How Much Money Do You Need to Live Comfortably?
📈 Are you on track with the Baby Steps? Get a Free Personalized Plan - https://ter.li/t8v6zqWhat’s the right amount to make all your money worries disappear? In this episode, find out if your salary is enough, plus learn four signs you’re doing better financially than you think. Next Steps:
📙 Order my new book, Breaking Free From Broke.
💵 Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar app!
🎥 Watch my video 7 Income Streams to Build Wealth With Jade Warshaw.
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Jan 24, 2025 • 9min
5 Signs Someone Is Secretly Broke
📈 Are you on track with the Baby Steps? Get a Free Personalized Plan - https://ter.li/t8v6zqYou may dream of what it’s like to be wealthy every time you see your neighbor’s Porsche or fishing boat, but you might actually be looking at a giant loan payment. In this episode, you’ll learn five signs someone is secretly broke and how to build true wealth. Next Steps:
💵 Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar app!
📗 Order George Kamel’s new book, Breaking Free From Broke.
🎥 Watch my video How I Went From Broke to Millionaire in Under 10 Years.
Connect With Our Sponsors:
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Jan 22, 2025 • 11min
How To Save $1,000,000 (By Age)
📈 Are you on track with the Baby Steps? Get a Free Personalized Plan - https://ter.li/t8v6zqDid you know the value of a dollar changes based on your age? In this episode, find out the real reason why, plus how this handy trick helps you retire with literally millions. Next Steps: 🎥 Watch my video Best Way to Pay Off Debt Fast (That Actually Works). Connect With Our Sponsors:
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