The Clark Howard Podcast

12.7.18 Clark Stinks; Free gifts for kids at Christmas

07 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Christa reads listener posts about how Clark has missed the mark in his advice this week. If you have a "Clark Stinks" to share you can leave it here;...

12.6.18 Beware sending money digitally; Medical malpractice; Waymo self-driving advances

06 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Watch out when sending money via apps. Especially, check your privacy settings on your Venmo app; Doctors are losing their license in one state and pr...

12.5.18 Best deals on cars right now; Marriott's awful breach response; Awesome deals today

05 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We're close to the end of the year. Clark talks about where to find the best deals on cars both used and new; Marriott is not doing the right thing fo...

12.4.18 Gifting 529 money; Tesla self-driving fiasco; Subprime auto loans

04 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

A way to gift 529 money is here!; Falling asleep while drunk in a Tesla? Yep, it happened; Subprime auto loans are on the rise. That's not good. Learn...

12.3.18 Marriott breach; Payless' amazing ad campaign; Biometric airport terminals

03 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Marriott just had a severe breach. Clark tells you what to watch out for in the coming weeks in light of this breach; Payless' new ad campaign was pre...

11.30.18 Clark Stinks; Video doorbells are catching criminals

30 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Christa reads listener posts about how Clark has missed the mark in his advice this week. If you have a "Clark Stinks" to share you can leave it here;...

11.29.18 The 401k is 40 years old; Amazon e-mail scam; Customer service key logging

29 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The man that invented the 401k is speaking out 40 years later. And many of the changes he would make to the now popular retirement plan are similar to...

11.28.18 Housing market slowdown; Small business scams; Holiday tipping tips

28 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The housing market is slowing down - even in the hottest markets; Scam enterprises are plentiful operating out of New York trying to get small busines...

11.27.18 Real or artificial Christmas tree?; Social security customer no-service; Vanguard fee cut

27 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Should you be buying a real or an artificial Christmas tree? Clark goes through the pros and cons to the environment and to your wallet; Social securi...

11.26.18 Cyber Monday; Bitcoin crashing; GM layoff announcement

26 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Black Friday is over and Cyber Monday is here. Clark talks about shopping for deals and how travel deals are likely to be the star tomorrow; Bitcoin i...

11.23.18 Moving to make more money; Everything you need to know about PMI

23 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Relocating can have a major impact on your salary; Feel like you are throwing away money every month on PMI? Clark gives you all the details about PMI...

11.21.18 The cost of raising a child; Moviepass alternatives

21 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

How much does it really cost to raise a child? Clark gets into it; If you are a fan of seeing movies but spending a whole let less money doing so, che...

11.20.18 Customers providing the customer service; Refinancing your car loan

20 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Some companies are using their own customers to provide customer service to patrons in need of help; Refinancing your car loan has no up front costs a...

11.19.18 Home prices slowing; Travel junk fees

19 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Home prices have stalled out in many markets. Good news for first-time home buyers!; Watch out for these junk fees when traveling. Learn more about yo...

11.16.18 Clark Stinks; Americans are eating less fast food

16 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Christa reads listener posts about how Clark has missed the mark in his advice this week. If you have a "Clark Stinks" to share you can leave it here;...

11.15.18 Vanguard customer satisfaction drop; Flavored e cigs; New Amazon DVR

15 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Vanguard dropped in the ACSI ratings due to worse customer service. Clark runs through other results from the recent customer satisfaction survey; Juu...

11.14.18 Amazon's new HQ2 cities; VA nursing home outrage; Banks working with the DMV

14 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Amazon announced its HQ2 cities. And the biggest downside is the corporate welfare culture; The VA has been the subject of a few Clarkrages. Here is a...

11.13.18 Used cars are costing more; Mailbox crimes; 3D printing glasses

13 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The average used car now costs more than $20k!; USPS mail preview is giving fraudsters a leg up on us; 3D printing glasses is the future of allowing c...

11.12.18 Google and Facebook end arbitration clauses; Paying at the pump; Tiny homes helping homeless vets

12 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Google and Facebook are ending arbitration clauses for sexual harassment claims; How to protect yourself from more advanced skimmers that aim to steal...

11.9.18 Clark Stinks; Veterans Day

09 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Christa reads listener posts about how Clark has missed the mark in his advice this week. If you have a "Clark Stinks" to share you can leave it here;...

11.8.18 Investing limits increasing; CVS receipts; Your customer service score

08 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The limits for what you can contribute to a 401k, 457b, or an IRA are increasing in 2019; CVS receipts are SO incredibly long; Your customer service s...

11.7.18 Car recalls; Your Facebook info is for sale; Wireless mesh routers

07 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Make sure to get recalls on your car fixed in a timely manner; Your Facebook info - including actual messages you have sent through the service - coul...

11.6.18 International airfares to increase; Eliminating home internet with your cell phone plan

06 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Some of the discount international airlines are in financial trouble. This could lead to increasing airfare prices when traveling overseas; Sprint has...

11.5.18 Open enrollment; Gift card scam; Amazon holiday free shipping

05 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Open enrollment is upon us. Clark tells you how to tackle it in order to save the most and get the best coverage for your dollar; Gift card scams are ...

11.2.18 Clark Stinks; Gas prices going down for the Holidays

02 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Christa reads listener posts about how Clark has missed the mark in his advice this week. If you have a "Clark Stinks" to share you can leave it here;...

11.1.18 Marriott strike; Android phone deal; Robots changing grocery delivery

01 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Marriott employees are striking. And this is not good for Marriott customers; Clark mentions an awesome deal on a flagship Android phone that's only a...

10.31.18 Credit card issuers canceling cards; Kids and screen addiction

31 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Discover, Capital One, and other credit card issuers are cancelling cards that haven't been used in a while. Clark talks about what this means for the...

10.30.18 Are work surveys really anonymous; Marine housing issues; Hotel best price guarantees

30 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Many employees are given supposedly anonymous surveys to take at work. But are they really kept anonymous and how should you approach them?; Clark is ...

10.29.18 Credit card with no credit check; Harmful selfies; Resumes in the digital age

29 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Petal Card allows consumers to get a credit card without going through a credit check; More people are dying from poorly timed selfies; Clark talks ab...

10.26.18 Clark Stinks; Minimum wage laws working?

26 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Christa reads listener posts about how Clark has missed the mark in his advice this week. If you have a "Clark Stinks" to share you can leave it here;...

10.25.18 Credit Karma pre-approval; Illegal substances in supplements; Car sales slowing

25 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Credit Karma is making it easier to know ahead of time whether you'll be approved for a credit application; Beware taking supplements. Many have harmf...

10.24.18 Where to buy toys for Christmas; Mobile check deposit rules; Prescription drug price disclosure

24 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

With Toys R Us having gone bankrupt, Clark discusses how to approach toy shopping for Christmas; Mobile check depositing is a gift from above. But som...

10.23.18 Brand name prices skyrocketing; Scam calls proliferate; Zip codes and car insurance prices

23 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The prices of brand name goods are going up and up. There's even more reason to shop for generic and store-brand items in this environment; YouMail cr...

10.22.18 Clark discusses recent NYC trip; Many earning nothing on their savings; Non-compete clauses

22 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Clark talks about his recent trip to the Big Apple and how things have changed there; More than 1/4 of Americans are earning 0% in their savings accou...

10.19.18 Clark Stinks; An easy way to avoid baggage fees

19 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Christa reads listener posts about how Clark has missed the mark in his advice this week. If you have a "Clark Stinks" to share you can leave it here;...

10.18.18 Great deals for savers; Facebook breach; One home standing post hurricane

18 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Banks are offering great deals to lure savers right now. Clark runs through a couple of the best ones you should consider; The Facebook breach was wor...

10.17.18 Free stuff for good grades; Mattress tariffs; Picking funds inside a Roth

17 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Clark refers to a Clark.com article about how kids can get free stuff for getting good marks at school; The tariff discussion continues. Next up on th...

10.16.18 Airbnb vs governments; Phone lease are too long; Cost of college declining

16 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Hotels continue to fight Airbnb in many states and municipalities. But they seem to be losing; T Mobile has just launched a 3-year lease payoff for so...

10.15.18 Sears files for bankruptcy; United airlines is Clarkrageous; 529 plan guide update

15 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Sears filed for bankruptcy and will be closing a lot of stores. Clark tells you what you need to know if you have items on layaway or have a Sears cre...

10.12.18 Clark Stinks; Waze carpool app is a game changer

12 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Christa reads listener posts about how Clark has missed the mark in his advice this week. If you have a "Clark Stinks" to share you can leave it here;...

10.11.18 Obamacare premiums going down; Google security breach; Stock market troubles

11 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Obamacare premiums are going down to the surprise of many. Also, a couple of new laws could make it easier for you to save on prescription drugs; Goog...

10.10.18 Experian PIN failure; Military moving scams; Mattress industry changing rapidly

10 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Experian had a security flaw potentially exposing your credit freeze PIN number. Clark tells you how you should respond to this awful news; Some compa...

10.9.18 Paying off a LOT of debt; New timeshare scam; Bank cyber attacks increasing

09 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Clark shares a personal story of a listener that paid off a massive amount of debt; Watch out for this new timeshare scam that only steals your money;...

10.8.18 Retail rewards; not going to college; E sim cards

08 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

New loyalty programs are bringing bigger perks to loyal shoppers; Men are forsaking college in bigger numbers; E SIM cards will make switching cell ph...

10.6.18 SPECIAL: Clark and his 13 year old son Grant talk tech advice

06 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This is a special episode of the Clark Howard Show where Clark has a conversation about technology with his son, Grant. Learn more about your ad choic...

10.5.18 Clark Stinks; Micro hotels work for Millennials

05 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Christa reads listener posts about how Clark has missed the mark in his advice this week. If you have a "Clark Stinks" to share you can leave it here;...

10.4.18 Solar in Puerto Rico; Ticketmaster ripoff; Cell phone plan changes

04 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Solar power is taking off in Puerto Rico post hurricane destruction; Ticketmaster has been accused of knowingly selling tickets to scalpers to increas...

10.3.18 Holiday hiring; Moviepass mega bungle; Suze Orman makes silly retirement remarks

03 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Amazon is upping its base pay in the near future to $15 an hour and companies are falling all over themselves to hire you for holiday work; Moviepass ...

10.2.18 Facebook data breach; Bogus travel insurance; Amazing food tracking techniques

02 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Facebook's data breach affects more than 50 million people. Clark has some big takeaways for users of the popular social media site; Lawsuits are flyi...

10.1.18 Thawing credit getting easier; Spam cell phone calls; Great online banks

01 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Thawing your credit might not require PIN numbers anymore. And that's not good; Spam calls to your cell phone are becoming a pervasive problem; There ...

9.28.18 Clark Stinks; Car dealerships are having a hard time right now

28 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Christa reads listener posts about how Clark has missed the mark in his advice this week. If you have a "Clark Stinks" to share you can leave it here;...

9.27.18 Food robots; budget deficit; Robo advisors

27 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Robots are changing the way you get food - and contributing to cost savings as well; The budget deficit is out of control; A complete guide to the bes...

9.26.18 Building with shipping containers; Tuition insurance; Asking for a raise

26 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Shopping malls and homes are being built with shipping containers. Shipping containers can potentially create more affordable housing in this country;...

9.25.18 USB security keys; fiduciary reneging; Products for elderly are booming market

25 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Google has a new USB security key and there are other companies selling these as well. They could save you from hackers; Merrill Lynch is scrapping it...

9.24.18 New driving app; Tech support scam; Retiring early

24 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

There's a new driving app that helps your family drive more safely; Google is working to shut down customer support number scams; The FIRE movement is...

9.21.18 Clark Stinks; Credit freezes are free now!

21 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Christa reads listener posts about how Clark has missed the mark in his advice this week. If you have a "Clark Stinks" to share you can leave it here;...

9.20.18 Another Google technological breakthrough; Food fraud; Great place to buy used cars

20 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Google and T-Mobile have made it much easier to call 911 from your cell phone; Watch out for food fraud in your local grocery store and in nearby rest...

9.19.18 How tariffs will impact Christmas; Ancestry updates DNA algorithm; Cheaper life insurance

19 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Will the tariffs and trade war with China impact the holiday shopping season? Clark explains; Ancestry.com updated its ethnicity criteria and some peo...

9.18.18 Social security scam; Amazon review problems; Don't pay baggage fees!

18 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Watch out for this social security scam. Clark bring David Lazarus of the LA Times on to discuss; Amazon has a problem with employees taking bribes to...

9.17.18 Helping Florence victims; Teenage big rig drivers?; DNA testing concerns

17 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

How can you best help the victims devastated by Hurricane Florence? Clark tells you; A new proposal could allow teenagers to drive big rigs across the...

9.14.18 Clark Stinks; The end of payday loans

14 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Christa reads listener posts about how Clark has missed the mark in his advice this week. If you have a "Clark Stinks" to share you can leave it here;...

9.13.18 5G set to launch; Anti-family United Airlines; Big pharma price gouging

13 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Verizon is launching in-home 5G in less than two months; United Airlines wants families to spend more to sit together on its airplanes. Clark takes th...

9.12.18 Comcast revolutionizing healthcare; Missouri "fake" meat law; Hurricane Florence

12 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Can you believe it? Comcast is doing amazing things to reduce healthcare costs for their employees; Missouri passed a new law that crushes "fake" meat...

9.11.18 Clark reflects on the 9/11 anniversary; Rx cash drug prices; Longevity of appliances

11 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Clark reflects on 9/11 on the anniversary of the terrorist attacks; There's a good chance you'll pay more for Rx drugs when you use your insurance vs ...

9.10.18 Debit card fraud; Non competes suppress salaries; Cost of car ownership

10 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Debit card fraud can cost you as the consumer dearly; Non-compete salaries are awful for our country and suppress employee salaries; The real cost of ...

9.7.18 Clark Stinks; A millennial landlord horror story

07 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Christa reads listener posts about how Clark has missed the mark in his advice this week. If you have a "Clark Stinks" to share you can leave it here;...

9.6.18 Wait to buy new iPhone; Addictive video games; Flood insurance

06 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The new iPhone is just about to be released. Clark tells you how long you need to wait in order to get a deal on one; Video game makers are making vid...

9.5.18 NFL free streaming; P2P car sharing services; Booking Thanksgiving travel

05 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The NFL is allowing you to stream local games on your smartphone for free this season; Illinois tried to crack down on P2P car sharing services like T...

9.4.18 New Medicare cards; Free flights scam; Net neutrality

05 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

New Medicare cards are arriving in mailboxes, but scammers are coming out of the woodwork at the same time; Have you seen this scam? Offers for free f...

9.3.18 Meatless burger that actually tastes good!; DIY investing

03 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The Impossible burger is proof that meatless/vegetarian options have come a long, long way; The financial adviser crowd wants you to think that invest...

8.31.18 Clark Stinks; Walmart adds inexpensive install service

31 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Christa reads listener posts about how Clark has missed the mark in his advice this week. If you have a "Clark Stinks" to share you can leave it here....

8.30.18 Clark's brother lives like a nomad; Car warranty scam; Jobs for veterans

30 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Clark's brother Gary comes on the show to dish the details of how he has been living like a nomad for the past two years. LOTS of actionable travel ad...

8.29.18 Amazon selling tires; Paying someone to do your dirty work; 401k and your student loan debt

29 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Amazon is using Sears to do installation of tires that they sell. This could be good for both companies; Paying someone to quit your job for you? It's...

8.28.18 Doorbell cameras cause problems; Scammers target college students; Personal loans proliferate

28 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Doorbell cameras are almost everywhere now. And they are great for being able to answer your door without actually opening it. But those doorbell came...

8.27.18 Aretha Franklin left no will; Verizon throttling tactics; Chase free stock trades

27 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Aretha Franklin, the queen of soul, recently died and left an $80 million fortune. But she didn't have a will. Clark talks about how and why you shoul...

8.24.18 Clark Stinks; The perils of working too hard

24 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Christa reads listener posts about how Clark has missed the mark in his advice this week. If you have a "Clark Stinks" to share you can leave it here....

8.23.18 Is college for everyone?; Facebook wants your banking info; SIM card hacking

23 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Vocational training is roaring back into some school districts and calls into question the seemingly common notion that college is valuable for everyo...

8.22.18 Beware certified pre-owned cars; Hacker ring busted; Neighborhood grocery stores

22 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Certified pre-owned cars aren't all they are cracked up to be. Clark tells you what to watch out for any why you should be wary of dealerships selling...

8.21.18 Following a scammer trail; Elon Musk should sleep; New 3% down mortgages

21 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Clark brings LA Times columnist David Lazarus on the show to discuss how he thwarted potential scammers and followed the scam to its logical conclusio...

8.20.18 Home internet prices; Credit scores on the rise

20 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

5G is coming to certain markets by the end of the year. Home internet prices are currently on the rise...but not for long. Clark discusses how 5G tech...

8.17.18 Clark Stinks; How to prevent your car from being stolen

17 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Christa reads listener posts about how Clark has missed the mark in his advice this week. If you have a "Clark Stinks" to share you can leave it here....

8.16.18 Solar power prices; Neighborhood girl busted for selling cookies; Vanguard's dim view of economic future

16 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Solar power is starting to make more and more sense for everyday Americans as prices drop; A neighbor called the cops on a little girl selling cookies...

8.15.18 Millennials eat out too much; Why to avoid auto-pay; Aldi organics

15 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Most Millennials spend more money eating out than they save for retirement. That's not good!; Auto-pay could be a disaster for your bank account. Clar...

8.14.18 DNA breakthrough; CFPB is Clarkrageous; Returning to work after extended absence

14 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

A DNA breakthrough could mean 23andMe on steroids giving you access to information previously impossible to apprehend; The Consumer Financial Protecti...

8.13.18 Housing market decline; "Vomit fraud"; Military lending oversight weakens

13 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The housing market has been incredibly strong for a long time now. But it is finally starting to cool off. Watch out for "vomit fraud" when you take a...

8.10.18 Clark Stinks; Uber & Lyft making traffic worse

10 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Christa reads listener posts about how Clark has missed the mark in his advice this week. If you have a "Clark Stinks" to share you can leave it here....

8.9.18 Grocery pick-up; Bad stock broker; Change your tax withholding

09 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Whole Foods is now offering grocery pickup. Clark tells you opting for grocery pickup can actually save you money. Unregistered adviser charged with l...

8.8.18 How to buy a mattress; Timely airfare sales; Doctor video calls

08 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Mattress Firm is struggling and bankruptcy is looming as the online mattress sellers continue to grab customers; There are some awesome airfare deals ...

8.7.18 Cheaper health coverage; Fake veteran charities; Brand name prices rising

07 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Cheaper health care plans are coming, but, they won't have as extensive coverage. Fake charities have sprung up attempting to raise money for military...

8.6.18 Fidelity zero fee investing; AT&T is Clarkrageous; Save big on small bills

06 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Fidelity has eliminated all commissions and fees on some of their funds. This is amazing for consumers. Clarkrage: AT&T has let loose a collection age...

8.3.18 Clark Stinks; Healthcare in early retirement

03 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Christa reads listener posts about how Clark has missed the mark in his advice this week. If you have a "Clark Stinks" to share you can leave it here....

8.2.18 App to find babysitter; Student loan scams; Non-compete clauses

02 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The Bambino app can help you find a trusted babysitter that has been verified by your friends. Clark discusses student loan scams you need to be aware...

8.1.18 New $15 live TV streaming; Cashing out 401k plans; Our cars are distracting us

01 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

AT&T is raising rates on many subscribers, but, it is also offering a new $15 skinny bundle streaming service. Many employees cash out their 401k plan...

7.31.18 Make more money; Do your own eye exam; Best fast food restaurants

31 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What's the quickest way to make more money? Clark tells you how to maximize your earnings in this economy. Did you know that it is illegal to perform ...

7.30.18 Apple lawsuit; Absurd electricity rate increases; Renting out your car

30 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Apple is facing a lawsuit for a monopoly on apps in the iTunes store. In state after state power is still sold to you by monopoly power companies whic...

Clark Howard 7.27.18

27 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Topics: Clark Stinks; Students are taking on less student loan debt overall...but parents are taking on much larger debt loads Learn more about your a...

Clark Howard 7.26.18

26 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Topics: Would Universal Basic Income work or is it Utopian madness?; Bad stockbrokers selling "private placements"; Current work from home opportuniti...

Clark Howard 7.25.18

25 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Topics: Home improvements that will lowers your insurance costs; An update on Bitcoin; The importance of taking a job in your industry after graduatin...

Clark Howard 7.24.18

24 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Topics: Tariffs could bring meat prices way down...for now; Leasing puppies is now a thing and it is terrible; Annuities are actually less bad than th...

Clark Howard 7.23.18

23 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Topics: Christmas in July! Hiring for Holiday jobs is actually starting now; Wells Fargo refunding millions of customers it ripped off; Zillow Offers ...