
rich & REGULAR with Kiersten and Julien Saunders
rich & REGULAR is the podcast for people who want to take charge of their money, pay off their debt, build their wealth, and live their best lives without being obsessed with money. Every week, Kiersten and Julien Saunders show you how money intersects with everything else in your life and teach you how to use it to your advantage. They share their insights and tips on how to make, save, and invest money in creative and unconventional ways. They also help you understand the big changes that are happening in the world and how to adapt to them. Because being rich & famous is overrated. Being rich & REGULAR is where it's at.
Latest episodes

Oct 24, 2022 • 44min
81: Car Culture: Can We Break our Obsession?
“We, as Americans, believe that our cars are a part of our identity.” But gas and insurance prices keep skyrocketing and we continue to buy more and bigger cars, with record high loans and monthly payments. Kiersten and Julien Saunders (@richandregular) have different and complicated histories with cars. Today, they’re providing financial solutions for the car obsessed, including selling and downsizing, as well as car share and subscription options. Changing your relationship with your car may be one of the simplest ways to have an immediate impact on your financial well being. Listen in to find out how to take the first steps. Order our book Cashing Out here: richandregular.com/cashingoutSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Connect with Julien and Kiersten on our website, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.Join our email list to get updates from us, opportunities for discounts, freebies and a quick rundown on the relevant financial and career news impacting your life. Get our book Cashing Out: Win the Wealth Game by Walking Away, named 2023 best overall book about investing by Business Insider and one of the best personal finance books by ForbesIf you would like to learn more about investing, check out our newest class, Making Money Grow

Oct 17, 2022 • 35min
80: Tips to Keep Your Holiday Spending In Check
Consumerism reaches an all-time high during the holidays. This week, Julien and Kiersten Saunders (@richandregular) highlight the cultural expectations and seasonal changes that coax us into spending more than we should, as well as their tips for when to snag the best deals.Order our book Cashing Out here: richandregular.com/cashingoutSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Connect with Julien and Kiersten on our website, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.Join our email list to get updates from us, opportunities for discounts, freebies and a quick rundown on the relevant financial and career news impacting your life. Get our book Cashing Out: Win the Wealth Game by Walking Away, named 2023 best overall book about investing by Business Insider and one of the best personal finance books by ForbesIf you would like to learn more about investing, check out our newest class, Making Money Grow

Oct 10, 2022 • 38min
79: The Perks of Going Green
Going green is more than a personal endeavor—in many ways, lowering our carbon footprint can aid in our collective contribution to solving issues like the ones we've recently seen with Hurricane Ian and the war in Ukraine. Julien and Kiersten Saunders (@richandregular) share several ways to curb our use of natural resources and save money while doing it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Connect with Julien and Kiersten on our website, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.Join our email list to get updates from us, opportunities for discounts, freebies and a quick rundown on the relevant financial and career news impacting your life. Get our book Cashing Out: Win the Wealth Game by Walking Away, named 2023 best overall book about investing by Business Insider and one of the best personal finance books by ForbesIf you would like to learn more about investing, check out our newest class, Making Money Grow

Oct 3, 2022 • 48min
78: Are You Too Loyal to Your Employer?
Some perks—like solid health insurance coverage or a corner office—make a job enticing, but don't let them determine your loyalty to a company. In the wake of the quiet quitting trend, Julien and Kiersten Saunders (@richandregular) discuss why we romanticize our jobs and, conversely, why we should be willing to view them with an honest lens.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Connect with Julien and Kiersten on our website, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.Join our email list to get updates from us, opportunities for discounts, freebies and a quick rundown on the relevant financial and career news impacting your life. Get our book Cashing Out: Win the Wealth Game by Walking Away, named 2023 best overall book about investing by Business Insider and one of the best personal finance books by ForbesIf you would like to learn more about investing, check out our newest class, Making Money Grow

Sep 26, 2022 • 42min
77: The Shocking Cost of Funerals
It's hard enough to cope with the loss of a friend or family member, much less the sticker shock that comes with laying them to rest. This week, Julien and Kiersten Saunders (@richandregular) give a line-by-line review of commons funeral costs and several tips to help curb some of the expenses.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Connect with Julien and Kiersten on our website, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.Join our email list to get updates from us, opportunities for discounts, freebies and a quick rundown on the relevant financial and career news impacting your life. Get our book Cashing Out: Win the Wealth Game by Walking Away, named 2023 best overall book about investing by Business Insider and one of the best personal finance books by ForbesIf you would like to learn more about investing, check out our newest class, Making Money Grow

Sep 19, 2022 • 37min
76: Curbing Food Insecurity
The "ramen diet" in college is often joked about, but it's an example of food insecurity. This week, Julien and Kiersten Saunders (@richandregular) define food insecurity and explain how those who are financially strapped can find meals or make smart decisions when it comes to grocery spending.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Connect with Julien and Kiersten on our website, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.Join our email list to get updates from us, opportunities for discounts, freebies and a quick rundown on the relevant financial and career news impacting your life. Get our book Cashing Out: Win the Wealth Game by Walking Away, named 2023 best overall book about investing by Business Insider and one of the best personal finance books by ForbesIf you would like to learn more about investing, check out our newest class, Making Money Grow

Sep 12, 2022 • 39min
75: Financially Preparing for a Child
Newly released figures put the cost of raising a child at more than $300,000. This week, Julien and Kiersten Saunders (@richandregular) share the pre- and post-baby costs you need to factor into your family-planning budget, what products and maternity items you can skip buying, and their No. 1 tip when it comes to spending.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Connect with Julien and Kiersten on our website, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.Join our email list to get updates from us, opportunities for discounts, freebies and a quick rundown on the relevant financial and career news impacting your life. Get our book Cashing Out: Win the Wealth Game by Walking Away, named 2023 best overall book about investing by Business Insider and one of the best personal finance books by ForbesIf you would like to learn more about investing, check out our newest class, Making Money Grow

Sep 5, 2022 • 36min
74: Quiet Quitting
This new workplace trend has been garnering attention on TikTok and LinkedIn. Julien and Kiersten Saunders (@richandregular) discuss the causes and repercussions of quiet quitting, and the types of employees who may benefit from establishing a workplace exit plan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Connect with Julien and Kiersten on our website, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.Join our email list to get updates from us, opportunities for discounts, freebies and a quick rundown on the relevant financial and career news impacting your life. Get our book Cashing Out: Win the Wealth Game by Walking Away, named 2023 best overall book about investing by Business Insider and one of the best personal finance books by ForbesIf you would like to learn more about investing, check out our newest class, Making Money Grow

Aug 29, 2022 • 40min
73: Lessons from Past Recessions
Financial experts have been predicting a recession for the last several months, so what can we expect going forward? Julien and Kiersten Saunders (@richandregular) share how to prepare for a recession, how to respond once it occurs, and the real meaning of the phrase "millionaires are made in recessions."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Connect with Julien and Kiersten on our website, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.Join our email list to get updates from us, opportunities for discounts, freebies and a quick rundown on the relevant financial and career news impacting your life. Get our book Cashing Out: Win the Wealth Game by Walking Away, named 2023 best overall book about investing by Business Insider and one of the best personal finance books by ForbesIf you would like to learn more about investing, check out our newest class, Making Money Grow

Aug 22, 2022 • 40min
72: Julien's Vasectomy
Rising costs and the recent overturn of Roe v. Wade have been the catalyst for many men considering a vasectomy to follow through with the procedure. This week, Julien and Kiersten Saunders (@richandregular) detail the financial and social considerations that played a role in Julien's recent decision to get a vasectomy, the cost of the procedure, what happened during it, and the healing process.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Connect with Julien and Kiersten on our website, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.Join our email list to get updates from us, opportunities for discounts, freebies and a quick rundown on the relevant financial and career news impacting your life. Get our book Cashing Out: Win the Wealth Game by Walking Away, named 2023 best overall book about investing by Business Insider and one of the best personal finance books by ForbesIf you would like to learn more about investing, check out our newest class, Making Money Grow
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