
Frugal Friends Podcast
Controlling your spending is hard to do. On every episode of Frugal Friends, we'll try to help you gain a little more control on one aspect of the countless directions your money is being pulled toward through frugality and a few laughs. If you're trying to save money, spend less, adopt minimalism, pay off debt or reach financial independence, we think you'll like the show.
Latest episodes

Apr 1, 2025 β’ 50min
Transform Your Budget in 30 Days CHALLENGE
This is not a joke. We are challenging you to transform the way you budget for the next 30 days! We love doing challenges to gamify our finances instead of the boring way of NOT doing it. Itβs what we do to help you spend better and understand your spending more. So, in this episode, Jen and Jill look at how you approach spending and help you get better at it. ποΈ Get full show notes here!https://bit.ly/4hCX4Er π Order the book herehttps://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast π Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks.https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter π£ Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from ushttps://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/ πΈ Check out our monthly challenge communityhttp://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club ππΌ Subscribe for more on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends ππΌ Hang out with us on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 28, 2025 β’ 48min
Investing for Financial Freedom: A Womanβs Guide with Nicole Stanley
With women, anything is possible and that includes making investing work for you! It can be a little intimidating but with the right people with us, itβs actually easier than you think. In this episode, Jen and Jill together with Nicole Stanley of Arise Financial Coaching empowers us by sharing her inspiring journey and breaks down how you can make investing work for you with steps you can actually follow. ποΈ Get full show notes here!https://bit.ly/4iCgkTC π Order the book herehttps://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast π Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks.https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter π£ Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from ushttps://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/ πΈ Check out our monthly challenge communityhttp://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club ππΌ Subscribe for more on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends ππΌ Hang out with us on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 25, 2025 β’ 46min
Tips to Succeed With Your Low-Buy Year and Combat Overconsumption!
If a No-Buy Year or No-Spend Challenge didnβt go as planned, thatβs okay! Youβre not alone in this and it doesnβt mean you failed, it just might not be the right approach for you. But this? Might be. In this episode, Jen and Jill dive into the concept of Low-Buy Year and tips on how you can build a habit that actually changes your spending game. ποΈ Get full show notes here!https://bit.ly/4ihhoMx π Order the book herehttps://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast π Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks.https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter π£ Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from ushttps://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/ πΈ Check out our monthly challenge communityhttp://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club ππΌ Subscribe for more on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends ππΌ Hang out with us on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 21, 2025 β’ 47min
Insights on Credit Card Debt: What You Should Consider
Some things just wonβt quitβlike credit card debt. It lingers, piles up, and keeps charging you for sticking around. According to our survey, one common goal for many in our community is paying off debt. And we know that this is one of the most dangerous kinds. So in this episode, Jen and Jill break down how credit cards really work and what you can do to take back control of your money. ποΈ Get full show notes here!https://bit.ly/41wWNwD π Order the book herehttps://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast π Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks.https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter π£ Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from ushttps://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/ πΈ Check out our monthly challenge communityhttp://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club ππΌ Subscribe for more on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends ππΌ Hang out with us on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 18, 2025 β’ 55min
Commuting with an E-Bike (in any weather!) with Kevin Ha
Imagine a commute with zero traffic. Think of all the things you could get done instead of wasting hours stuck behind the wheel. Itβs becoming less sustainable, less efficient, and honestly, less fun. Thatβs why in this episode, Jen and Jill are joined by Kevin Ha to spill the magic and wonders of e-bikes and how they can transform any journey in any weather. ποΈ Get full show notes here!https://bit.ly/3Dd7Cfp π Order the book herehttps://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast π Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks.https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter π£ Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from ushttps://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/ πΈ Check out our monthly challenge communityhttp://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club ππΌ Subscribe for more on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends ππΌ Hang out with us on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Mar 14, 2025 β’ 1h 1min
The Science Behind How Simplicity Impacts Your Money
Explore how embracing simplicity can transform your financial habits and overall well-being. Discover the power of decluttering, both physically and mentally, to enhance focus and decision-making. The hosts share humorous anecdotes and community stories, making financial management fun. Delve into essential financial practices that align spending with core values while navigating life's complexities. You'll learn practical strategies for budgeting and saving, all while finding joy in the chaos of everyday life.

Mar 11, 2025 β’ 43min
Why Minimalism is the Key to Financial Wellness
Discover how adopting a minimalist lifestyle can enhance your financial wellness. The discussion reveals the power of aligning spending with core values, leading to intentional purchases and greater financial freedom. Learn about maximizing savings and the joys of paying off debt, including listener success stories. Embrace decluttering not just physical possessions but also spending habits, and explore the balance between simplicity and functional living. Dive into the practical challenges of minimalism in different spaces and make strategic financial decisions.

Mar 7, 2025 β’ 1h 1min
How Marketers Use the Same Tactics as Cults with Dr. Mara Einstein
If you ever feel like youβre being lured into spending, youβre probably right. Marketers have mastered the art of playing on your emotions just like cults do. In this episode, Jen and Jill are joined by Dr. Mara Einstein of Buy Now! The shopping Conspiracy to break down how brands tap into your pain points, build a sense of community, and keep you stuck in a cycle of doom scrolling and spending. ποΈ Get full show notes here!https://bit.ly/4gq4WZg π Order the book herehttps://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast π Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks.https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter π£ Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from ushttps://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/ πΈ Check out our monthly challenge communityhttp://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club ππΌ Subscribe for more on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends ππΌ Hang out with us on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 4, 2025 β’ 47min
Beginner's Guide to Zero-Based Budgeting: Your Path to Smart Saving
If you love everything in its proper place but budgeting has never quite clicked, this one might be the missing piece. Spoiler alert: budgeting methods are all pretty similarβit just depends on how you approach them and how you move with your money. In this episode, Jen and Jill venture an easy guide for you to save smarter and reach your financial goals much faster. ποΈ Get full show notes here!https://bit.ly/3ER6fDx π Order the book herehttps://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast π Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks.https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter π£ Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from ushttps://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/ πΈ Check out our monthly challenge communityhttp://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club ππΌ Subscribe for more on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends ππΌ Hang out with us on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 28, 2025 β’ 45min
Higher Needs: What They Cost us & What To Do Instead
Who here loves spending money? Weβre just the same! Most of us were never really taught how to spend wisely, so our mission has always been to find that radical middle between saving and spending. In this episode, Jen and Jill join the crowd as they share stories about spending on higher needs and guiding us toward better ways to meet them. ποΈ Get full show notes here!https://bit.ly/435d0vk π Order the book herehttps://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast π Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks.https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter π£ Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from ushttps://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/ πΈ Check out our monthly challenge communityhttp://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club ππΌ Subscribe for more on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends ππΌ Hang out with us on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.