

Frugal Friends Podcast
Jen Smith & Jill Sirianni | Backyard Ventures
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.
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May 16, 2023 • 1h 1min
What We've Learned From 75+ Real People Budgets
Hearing people’s stories about their finances can elicit various reactions. One may think it’s unrealistic or unattainable, but hearing their stories can give us the perspective that improvements and success do not happen overnight. If you have been with us for a while now, you know that we love hearing your stories of frugality, budgeting, paying off debt, and just your financial stories! In this special episode with Allison, we talk about everything we have learned from all walks of life and their budgets. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/44qoYy5 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living eBook here! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/ebook 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/ 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community http://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 12, 2023 • 1h
Money Made Easy
As shocking as it may be, your finances are not stressful to manage, and it shouldn't be! The world has made handling our money complex, becoming a source of negativity and stress. In this special episode with Allison Baggerly, let's shift our perspective on money and learn how to approach finances easier, less stressful, and with a bag full of confidence. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! bit.ly/3W5FQpQ 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living eBook here! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/ebook 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/ 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community http://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 9, 2023 • 52min
Frugal Side Hustle: Virtual Assistant with Shatoria Smith
We're not out here giving empty promises on how being a Virtual Assistant is a solution to all of your problems and that you'll never be sad again, but if you ever find yourself looking for some flexible ways to earn extra income, you won't want to miss this episode. Tune in as we dive into the world of virtual assistance with Shatoria Smith and learn how to turn your spare time into a profitable side hustle. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! bit.ly/41HcEXV 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living eBook here! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/ebook 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/ 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community http://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 5, 2023 • 1h
How to Systematize Your Sunday Meal Prep
Success does not happen overnight nor does it happen without any plan or preparation–it’s in the systems. Planning and prepping go hand and hand, and we’re going to create systems in place. We do believe that Sundays are your rest days, so in this episode, we’re going to share actionable tips which you can do little by little without exhausting yourself. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3ow4xiN 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living eBook here! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/ebook 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/ 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community http://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 2, 2023 • 51min
Frugal Friends Summer Book Club: 4 Personal Finance Reads
Summer is the perfect time to soak up some financial wisdom your way. Get ready for these HOT books to fill in your library this season! Tune in as we recommend personal finance reads to make the most of your summer and discover new things that will equip your finance in the coming seasons. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/41tHQd1 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living eBook here! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/ebook 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/ 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community http://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 28, 2023 • 59min
Intentional Strategies to Increase Your Income with Rich Jones
There’s always something to negotiate for, and it takes courage to do so. If you’re hesitating to ask for an increase or negotiate your work benefits, this episode will boost your confidence and make you feel your worth in your job. Tune in to learn from Rich Jones’ expertise on intentional strategies to increase your income, and take steps towards advocating for yourself in the workplace. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! http://bit.ly/3KVBzRZ 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living eBook here! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/ebook 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/ 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community http://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 24, 2023 • 1h 3min
Psychological Hacks For Sticking to Your Budget
Do you ever think how amazing it is that we make thousands of micro-decisions a day?! The bad news: this comes with our willpower reserves all dried up by the end of the day. While we have a powerful mind capacity, it isn’t running on unlimited power. This episode explores the psychology behind our spending behaviors and the ways to acknowledge and empower our thoughts, feelings, and behavior to help us stick to our budget more effectively. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! http://bit.ly/3mtEGqR 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living eBook here! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/ebook 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/ 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community http://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 21, 2023 • 57min
5th Anniversary Special: Secrets Behind Starting a Podcast
Raise your glass to the 5 incredible frugal years (and counting) you have been with us! In every great show comes spectacular stories and secrets behind making it. We’re letting you take a peek at what goes behind the Frugal Friends podcast and how we became your best friends on personal finance through the personal questions you sent us. As always, we will relate our answers to YOU because you have always been a massive part of this 5-year journey with us. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! http://bit.ly/3KvqNjY 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living eBook here! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/ebook 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/ 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community http://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 18, 2023 • 52min
How Decluttering Saves You Money with Ingrid Jansen
Clutter costs a lot of money and can tremendously affect people's lives more than we realize, and Ingrid Jansen has seen it all. Letting go of what you don't need frees up space, time, and resources to focus on what truly matters. In this episode, we're discussing how to define clutter, understand how to get rid of it, and explore its impact on your finances and life. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! http://bit.ly/3nFfyh9 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living eBook here! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/ebook 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/ 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community http://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 14, 2023 • 59min
Frugal Living Tips From The Great Depression
Ready to learn some money-saving tricks that stood the test of time? Look no further than the frugal living tips from the Great Depression. We don’t have to live in the great depression or go through great extremes to be frugal, but the principles from the generations before us can greatly help us in these trying times. Hop in as we bring back some awesome and helpful frugal tips from the great depression! 🎙️ Get full show notes here! http://bit.ly/3M7g4ig 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living eBook here! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/ebook 📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/ 💸 Check out our monthly challenge community http://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club 👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends 💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.