

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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Feb 25, 2022 • 58min
How To Identify Manipulative Advertising & Marketing
In both subtle and not-so-subtle ways, advertising and marketing tactics are being implemented everywhere to try to get us to spend money and buy more. While marketing in and of itself is not bad; we should be aware of the emotional and psychological ways brands are able to influence us to spend on something we may not even need or want. Listen in as we discuss some behind-the-scenes marketing strategies that could help us save money and spend more intentionally. 🎙️ https://bit.ly/3t17Ht8📑 https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/ebook📣 https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/💸 https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club-bff-waitlist/👉🏼 https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends💃🏼 https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/Get full show notes here!Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living eBook here!Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from usJoin the waitlist for Financial Freedom MentorshipSubscribe for more on YouTubeHang out with us on Instagram!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.

Feb 18, 2022 • 1h 7min
How To Get STACKED with Money - EP 200! w/ Joe Saul-Sehy & Emily Guy Birken
Ever found yourself sticking to old, boring finance guides that have been possibly passed down from four generations? We feel 'ya. For our 200th episode, we're joined by Joe Saul-Sehy and Emily Guy Birken, the authors of STACKED and they are here to show us how personal finance can be fun, and share some tips for staying motivated on the debt-payoff and savings building journey. 🎙️ https://bit.ly/3uQUnuc📑 https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/ebook📣 https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/💸 https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club-bff-waitlist/👉🏼 https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends💃🏼 https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/Get full show notes here!Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living eBook here!Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from usJoin the waitlist for Financial Freedom MentorshipSubscribe for more on YouTubeHang out with us on Instagram!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.

Feb 11, 2022 • 54min
How Minimalism Can Change Your Life and Finances
We know there is no 'one-size-fits-all' in the personal finance space, but there are a few tenets and pathways that can really help us achieve some of the financial milestones we're dreaming of! There's many benefits to minimalism and today we're looking specifically at how the practices of minimalism can have a positive impact on our budget.Get full show notes here!
Get our FREE 7-Day No-Spend Challenge Workbook here! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/free
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Subscribe for more on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends
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Feb 4, 2022 • 53min
How To Legally Pay Less In Taxes
We know we can't avoid death or taxes, but it sure is worth considering how to prolong life... and pay less in taxes (legally of course). We're taking a look at some of the lesser known ways we can see a lower tax bill at the end of the year based on the nuanced situations in which we may find ourselves!Get full show notes here!
Get our FREE 7-Day No-Spend Challenge Workbook here! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/free
Join the waitlist for Club BFF: https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club-bff-waitlist/
Subscribe for more on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends
Hang out with us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/
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Jan 28, 2022 • 52min
The Best Money Hacks w/ Lisa Rowan
Tried and true long-term money strategies are great, but sometimes we just want to know the best hacks for spending less and saving more. Thankfully Lisa has compiled over 200 top tips for making the most of our money and resources; in this episode we're going over the heavy hitters on categories like curbing spending, debt pay-off, earning money, and planning for the future.Get full show notes here!
Get our FREE 7-Day No-Spend Challenge Workbook here! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/free
Join the waitlist for Club BFF: https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club-bff-waitlist/
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.

Jan 21, 2022 • 48min
How To Do A Pantry Challenge | Shelf Cooking 101
One key way we can save money on food and see a reduction in our grocery bill (at least for a time!) is through a pantry challenge. Join us as we talk more about using up the food and ingredients we already have on hand to cut food costs and change the way we grocery shop long term.Get full show notes here!
Get our FREE 7-Day No-Spend Challenge Workbook here! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/free
Join the waitlist for Club BFF: https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club-bff-waitlist/
Subscribe for more on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends
Hang out with us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/
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Jan 14, 2022 • 1h 4min
Should You Still Be Listening to Dave Ramsey?
We're looking at what others are saying, and our own experiences, to find the radical middle on what has been (and continues to be) a bit of a touchy subject. Rest assured, personal choice and freedom to find your own path on your financial journey is and always will be the way of the Frugal Friends.Get full show notes here!
Get our FREE 7-Day No-Spend Challenge Workbook here! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/free
Join the waitlist for Club BFF: https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club-bff-waitlist/
Subscribe for more on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends
Hang out with us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/
Capitalize: https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/capitalize
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Jan 7, 2022 • 1h 2min
Paying Off Debt & Mental Health w/ Melanie Lockert
Money and mental health are certainly in the top tier category of 'what not to talk about at a party', however we believe debt payoff and our mental wellbeing go hand in hand and we need to find places of safety to talk about these topics! Melanie joins us to share her own journey with mental health during her debt payoff and how this has looked for her even beyond debt freedom. Get full show notes here!
Get our FREE 7-Day No-Spend Challenge Workbook here! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/free
Join the waitlist for Club BFF: https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club-bff-waitlist/
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.

Dec 31, 2021 • 57min
The Importance of Accountability & Finding Your People
We talk about goal setting, resolutions, strategizing, and more; but none of that will get us too far without a supportive community! We're looking at a finance adjacent topic regarding accountability and how these intentional relationships can help us stick to and achieve our goals!Get full show notes here!
Get our FREE 7-Day No-Spend Challenge Workbook here! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/free
Join the waitlist for Club BFF: https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club-bff-waitlist/
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.

Dec 24, 2021 • 45min
Goal Setting & Strategizing For The New Year
It's that time again when we start thinking about what we want from this fresh new year. Of course it takes thought, preparation, and a bit of strategy to ensure we actually reach the goals we've set and see the progress we desire! Join us as we look at tips for setting attainable goals and experiencing personal growth in the new year.Get full show notes here!
Get our FREE 7-Day No-Spend Challenge Workbook here! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/free
Join the waitlist for Club BFF: https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club-bff-waitlist/
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.