Frugal Friends Podcast
iHeartPodcasts and Jen Smith & Jill Sirianni
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.
- 51 minutes 2 secondsTravel for (Almost) Free: Mastering Credit Card Rewards with Amber Paul
We all have that endless bucket list of places to see, experiences to have, and memories to make. But how do you make those travel dreams happen when you're limited by time and resources? In this episode, Jen, Jill, and Amber Paul are here to guide you through the steps to turn those vacation dreams into reality without letting your credit take a hit.
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18 April 2025, 7:00 am - 43 minutes 40 secondsHow to Save Money on Your Electric Bill
Nothing like a summer heat wave will remind us how expensive it is to stay coolโฆliterally. But guess what? You donโt need to feel guilty about it at all.ย In this episode, Jen and Jill are breaking down free, frugal ways to cool your home and your energy costs without feeling guilty!ย
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15 April 2025, 7:00 am - 49 minutes 35 secondsNo-Cost Ways to be More Eco-Friendly
Sustainability doesnโt have to be perfect or cost a thing! When you match mindful choices with what actually works for you, youโre already making a change. In this listener-favorite episode, Jen and Jill are back just in time for Earth Day with frugal, doable ways to love the planet without spending a dime.
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11 April 2025, 7:00 am - 47 minutes 32 secondsA New Era For Frugal Friends
Time flies so fast, weโve already reached our 500th episode! And because change is the only constant thing in the world, Frugal Friends is embracing change for the BEST. So, in this episode, Jen and Jill officially welcome a new era of Frugal Friends with more exciting contents and things to look forward to. Are you ready for it?
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8 April 2025, 7:00 am - 51 minutes 5 secondsThe Ultimate Guide to Frugal Grocery Shopping
Every year, thereโs new ways to save money on grocery shopping and this year is no exception! In this episode, Jen and Jill kick off a new era of Frugal Friends, with fresh strategies to get food for free, at a low cost, on a deal, or guilt-free all while keeping your table full and your budget happy.
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4 April 2025, 7:00 am - 49 minutes 48 secondsTransform 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. Itโs 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.
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1 April 2025, 7:00 am - 47 minutes 52 secondsInvesting for Financial Freedom: A Womanโs 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, itโs 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.ย
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28 March 2025, 7:00 am - 46 minutes 4 secondsTips to Succeed With Your Low-Buy Year and Combat Overconsumption!
If a No-Buy Year or No-Spend Challenge didnโt go as planned, thatโs okay! Youโre not alone in this and it doesnโt 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.
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25 March 2025, 7:00 am - 46 minutes 54 secondsInsights on Credit Card Debt: What You Should Consider
Some things just wonโt quitโlike 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.ย
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21 March 2025, 7:00 am - 55 minutes 22 secondsCommuting 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. Itโs becoming less sustainable, less efficient, and honestly, less fun. Thatโs 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.ย
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18 March 2025, 7:00 am - 1 hour 55 secondsThe Science Behind How Simplicity Impacts Your Money
In life, we often say less is more and that "more" is the abundance that comes from making space for what truly matters. And when simplicity comes your way, expect that money will follow. In this episode, Jen and Jill bring the science behind simplicity, how it shapes our money habits, and ways to embrace it in everyday life.
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