Smart Money Happy Hour with Rachel Cruze and George Kamel
Episodes
What Today’s Teens Are Buying (vs. Us 20 Years Ago)
11 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you shop like the cool kids? Join Rachel and George for a breakdown on the brands and stores American teens loved in 2023 and the cash app they use...
How to Start Becoming a Millionaire in 2024
04 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Think you’ll never make it to $1 million? Think again! This week, George and Rachel break down the proven path to this iconic financial milestone an...
Overhyped vs. Underhyped: Critiquing Today’s Money and Pop Culture Trends
28 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Resolution #1: Don’t fall for the hype! Just in time for 2024, Rachel and George are here to protect your budget (and your sanity) from the Internet...
Unique Holiday Traditions You Won’t Find in the U.S.
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Put your tray tables up and hold on to your drinks, George and Rachel are taking you on a world tour of the national holidays that you never knew exis...
Revisiting Our On-Air Money Advice From the Past
14 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ho ho ho? Oh no no no. Rachel and George look back on live calls from The Ramsey Show that they wish they’d handled differently. Stay tuned for a bu...
Exclusive Preview: Breaking Free From Broke (AKA: George's New Book)
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have more money and less stress! Preorder Breaking Free From Broke for just $20 and get $100 of bonus items! But hurry—this limited time offer ends ...
Warning Signs You Might Be Bad With Money
07 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve got champagne taste on a beer budget, this is your wake-up call! George and Rachel share their hot takes on things people do that scream, ...
Cheapskate or Resourceful? A Wake-Up Call with Sharon Ramsey
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a smart spender or a stingy cheapskate? Rachel’s mom, Sharon—the OG budgeting queen—joins the show to give her two cents (but not a penn...
What Do Our Amazon Purchase Histories Say About Us?
23 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It just so happens that you can learn a lot about someone by looking at their Amazon purchase history. Who knew? In this episode, you’ll learn a lot...
Ageless Money Scams We Still See in 2023
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From pyramid schemes to phishing emails, marketing ploys are more sophisticated than ever. Listen in as George and Rachel discuss some of the oldest s...
Reacting to Financial Advice From the World’s Wealthiest People
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do we have something to learn from the world’s richest people, or did they just get lucky? They may be good with money, but will their advice work f...
Why Fewer People Are Getting Married Today
02 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The average American wedding runs about $30,000—which is making 73% of Millennials and Gen Zers reconsider whether they can afford one. Listen in as...
Debating: ’NSync Reunion, the Housing Market and Other Trends
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
George and Rachel are doing hot takes on pop culture, current events and money—yes, even more than usual. We’re talking about things like the hous...
$175,000+ Salary Earners Call Themselves “Poor”!
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The upper class is playing the victim—and we’re not buying it. Listen as Rachel and George channel their inner Kourtney Kardashian and give six-fi...
Girl Math: Smart Financial Strategy or Huge Money Mistake?
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Rat girl summer, lazy girl jobs, girl math and valley girls. Let’s just admit it: Girl trends make life a little more fun––for everyone! Join Ra...
5 Toxic Traits That Are Coming for Your Money
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Some “toxic traits” are funny––like hanging up your clothes inside out or buying kale aspirationally. And then there’s the less funny kind. ...
Does College Help or Hurt Your Financial Future?
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We put so much emphasis on going to college, but the cost is rising and now students are wondering . . . is it worth the price? In this episode, Georg...
Are You Financially Insecure?
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Cocktails, quizzes, condiments and more! Find out how well you’re doing financially (and what to do about it) by taking George and Rachel’s Buzzfe...
How the Illusion of Choice Is Keeping You Broke
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
News flash: Advertisers have mastered the art of making consumers think they’re in control. But who’s really calling the shots? In this episode, R...
How to Negotiate Like a Pro (Even When It’s Awkward)
07 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Scoring a great deal can save you big—but how do you negotiate the price down when it feels downright awkward? In this episode, George and Rachel ta...
Are These Jobs Worth Their Salaries?
31 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Money isn’t everything, but it’s something to consider when choosing your career path. In this episode, George and Rachel talk about the salaries ...
What Will It Cost to Live in 40 Years?
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are we headed toward a cashless society where debit cards are for old people? We don’t know what the future holds, but George and Rachel take a gues...
Confronting Real-Life Money Secrets and Blowups
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
George and Rachel answer your burning question: “Am I the jerk?” These 100% real scenarios include secret credit cards, trips overseas, a husband ...
How 8 Overnight Millionaires Made Their Money
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From the inheritance scandals to the Antiques Roadshow to pension stealing, Rachel and George uncover wild stories of people who became overnight mill...
How Barbie and Other Toy Brands Brainwashed Us All
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you learned to navigate adulthood in a plastic car with pink and blue peg people, this episode is for you. Rachel and George reminisce about the 90...
How to Spot “Beige Flags” in Money and Relationships
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We love to throw a flag on romantic relationships—whether it’s red, green or now . . . beige? Find out how George and Rachel react to Gen Z’s re...
UFO Evidence and Other Conspiracies That Could Be True
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s all about conspiracies today, people. Rachel and George are discussing delusion, paranoia, and the dark side of the Denver airport. Is there li...
Anti Aging Trends: Can You Afford Eternal Youth?
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The longevity industry is booming, and the people want to know: Can a cold cream really take 10 years off your face? What are George and Rachel’s sk...
You’ll Never Guess These BONKERS Money Superlatives
06 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What do the highest paid celebrities, the International Space Station, and the George Foreman grill have in common? They all earned pop culture money ...
Do You Handle Payday Better Than Your Fav Celeb?
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Most people think the hard part about getting rich is figuring out how to make a ton of money—but the real challenge might be learning to manage you...
Most Ridiculous Things People Actually Pay For
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Oxygen bars, PH balanced water . . . Are they scams, or are they for real? Food delivery every night? Are these ridiculous things to spend money on? L...
Explaining Our Most Hated Financial Advice
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You can’t be everyone’s cup of tea, but you can always show up with a good cocktail! Rachel and George are responding to the loudest, most common ...
How to Fund Your Bucket List Before You Die
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Not sure how to afford your pre-RIP dreams? Rachel and George are here to help! Plus, they’ll reveal America’s most popular bucket list items, rea...
Money Myths From the TV Shows That Raised Us
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Rachel Cruze, Rachel Green, George Kamel and George Costanza—the gang’s all here! We’re covering the unrealistic paychecks of everybody’s favo...
Should We Let the Middle Class Go Extinct?
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Who’s feeling middle class fancy? Join Rachel and George as they celebrate “the backbone of America” and try to figure out if the rumors are tru...
Should You Go All In for All-Inclusives?
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Not all that glitters is gold. Rachel and George are here to crunch the numbers, debate the pros and cons, and decide once and for all if all-inclusiv...
Is Caffeine Addiction Draining Our Wallets?
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Epic Starbucks orders, lab-grown energy drinks, your hipster friend’s pour-over coffee phase . . . It’s no secret that America loves a good caffei...
The ’90s Are Back! (And Coming for Our Cash)
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is Blockbuster about to pull an Abercrombie? Rachel and George discuss the rise and fall of iconic ’90s businesses. Which ones are headed for a come...
Men vs. Women: Who Handles Money Better?
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Featuring the very first LIVE audience in the new Ramsey Event Center, Rachel and George tackle a conversation about gender and money from the Smart C...
Why Fewer People Are Having Kids Today
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Does saying yes to babies mean saying no to wealth and retirement? Rachel and George talk about the major money fears stopping Millennials and Gen Zer...
Are MLMs Legit? (And Is the “Free” Luxury Car a Scam?)
13 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you love MLMs or just love to hate ’em, none of us are immune to getting a “Hey, hun!” in our DMs. But have all the boss babes really be...
Old Money vs. New Money: Which Aesthetic Wins With Wealth?
06 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Cheers, old sport! The TikTok teens have spoken, and we’re here to ask the hard-hitting questions on the latest viral hashtag. What is “old-money ...
Dupes, Counterfeits, Scams, Oh My! Is Anyone Safe?
30 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Smart Money DUUUPE. Just kidding—it’s still the real us. And we’re going to talk about everything from cheap versions of viral high-end products...
11 Awkward Money Conversations (and How to Navigate Them)
23 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s about to get awkward! 😬 Whether you think it’s time to confront your aging parents about their iffy money habits or you’re fighting the ...
Savvy or Sketchy: Do These Money-Saving Hacks Go Too Far?
16 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There’s genius––and then there’s evil genius. Rachel and George go head-to-head on some of today’s ethically questionable penny-pinching hac...
Unique Money Traditions You Won’t Find in the US
09 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You’ve heard of pin the tail on the donkey, but are you familiar with pin the dollar on the bride? Join Rachel and George on a journey to learn abou...
There’s a Fee for That and We’re OVER It—What Now?
02 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Biden’s not feeling the junk fees and neither are we! Turns out Americans are being nickeled and dimed to the tune of $24 billion a year, which begs...
Influencer . . . Modern-Day Dream Job or Money Pit?
23 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We’re covering the ins and outs of social media influencing—is it a realistic side hustle? Listen to hear Rachel and George cover popular internet...
What Americans Are Asking Google and ChatGPT About Us—and Money
16 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Technology, personal finance, jury duty—Rachel and George cover some hard-hitting topics as they answer the internet’s most popular “How to get ...
Football vs. Finance: What the Big Game Is Costing America (and You)
09 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Goooo sports! It’s almost time for the big matchup between the Eagles and the Chiefs––or as George likes to think of it: cheesesteaks vs. BBQ. W...
“Spare” Change: Prince Harry’s 8-Figure Book Deal (and Our Takeaways)
02 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Rachel and George are here to unpack Prince Harry’s tell-all memoir, Spare. Find out if Meghan is really to blame for all the drama, whether or not ...
What “Bennifer” and Other Power Couples Prove About Money
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Some things––and people––are just better together! (Tomdaya, anyone? 😍) Rachel and George ask what defines a power couple and why unity is ...
The Pink Tax: Does Life Really Cost More for Women?
19 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A red and blue debate in this episode? No thanks. Pink? Absolutely! 💕 Rachel Cruze and George Kamel discuss the pink tax and investigate other gend...
2022’s Biggest Pop Culture Moments (With Even Bigger Price Tags)
12 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Last year’s iconic pop culture moments don’t just jiggle, jiggle––they fold! From Harry Styles’ world tour to Inventing Anna to the Depp-Hea...
A Magic Salary for Happiness? (And a Tell-All From People Earning It)
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Maybe you can slap a price tag on happiness! 🤑 Rachel and George crunch the numbers on actual budgets from people making the “ideal” salary acc...
The REAL Reason Concerts Are So Expensive (Taylor’s Version)
29 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Is Ticketmaster the reason for the teardrops on your guitar? Rachel Cruze and George Kamel reveal why concert tickets are so expensive and how you can...
Mariah, Dolly, Darlene, Lindsay and the "Christmas Queen" Controversy
22 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You” royalties enough to crown her Little Miss Queen of Christmas? Rachel and George check out t...
The Shocking Cost of Tying the Knot (and a Better Way to Spend Your Money)
15 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Can you hear the wedding bells? Whether you’re getting married, in a bridal party, or still wondering why you didn’t get a plus one 🤔, Rachel C...
Son of a Nutcracker! Hidden Money Messages in Classic Christmas Movies
08 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Christmas movies are gifts that keep on . . . giving us money lessons? 🤔🎄💰 Rachel and George break down the hidden financial wisdom in all yo...
Love Is Blind’s Best (and Most Cringeworthy) Money Lessons
01 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you know what the “clementine controversy” is or not, there are still plenty of money lessons to learn from Netflix’s reality megahit L...
Safe Thanksgiving Conversation Starters (Plus How to Survive Black Friday)
24 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Cringey family convos with a side of dry turkey? 😵💫 No thanks! Rachel and George invite Dr. John Delony to happy hour so we can all learn to ...
We Confess Our Biggest Money Mistakes (LIVE From Dallas)
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join as Rachel Cruze and George Kamel host Smart Money Happy Hour LIVE for the first time ever! From the SMART Conference stage in Dallas, Texas, find...
Are Celeb Products Worth the Hype? (Why We’re ALL Shopping Under Their *Influence*)
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Vinyl, skin care and tequila, oh my! Rachel and George spill their thoughts on celeb products, cool kid brands and how to swap FOMO for JOMO (the joy ...
Scroll With Caution! How to Spot Bad Money Advice on Social
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Social media money advice? It can get a little sus. 🤨 Join Rachel and George as they sip, scroll and share candid reactions to the wild world of #F...
Your Permission to Be Shamelessly Bougie (and How to Afford It)
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We’re flying first class today, friends. Join as Rachel Cruze and George Kamel get vulnerable about their bougiest habits (on a budget), give their ...
The True Cost of Being on Reality TV (And Why You Should Care)
20 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Fill up your Stanley cup, friends—things are about to get spicy! Join Rachel Cruze and George Kamel as they talk trash TV, why being on The Bachelor...
Guilt-Tipping: How to Deal With an Absurd Tipping Culture
13 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want to leave a tip with that . . . and that . . . and also that? Rachel and George talk current tipping trends giving Americans anxiety and wh...
Disney Adults, Disney Trauma, and How They Priced Out the Middle Class
06 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Rachel Cruze and George Kamel as they talk price hikes, megafandom, and insider savings tips for the most magical (and arguably expensive) place ...
How Rich Is the Royal Family? (And How to Build Your Financial Empire)
29 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
’Ello, mate! Join Rachel Cruze and George Kamel as they talk royals, riches and real ways we can all leave a brighter financial legacy for our famil...
The TV Network That Brainwashed Us All
22 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Home is where the aesthetic is! Rachel Cruze and George Kamel discuss how HGTV and the rise of social media might have gotten our housing hopes up a l...
Is Convenience Culture Worth Being Broke?
22 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Scroll! Swipe! Spend? Rachel Cruze and George Kamel pour one out for the convenience culture trends making us BROKE (hello, Amazon Prime). In This Ep...
Introducing "Smart Money Happy Hour!"
15 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"Smart Money Happy Hour" premieres on September 22nd. Pull up a chair to the happy hour you wish your friends were having. Mix two money experts with...