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4 Things Influencers Have Normalized (& we STILL Overconsume!) Jan 23, 2026

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It’s normal for influencers because they make money out of it, but we don’t! These influencers have normalized outrageous spending, yet we still fall for it. So in this episode, Jen and Jill reveal four things that have become normal that we still fall for and how we can be creative ourselves.

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26 Frugal Habits to Save Money in 2026 (We LIVE by these!) Jan 20, 2026

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The secret to frugal living that truly sticks is frugal habits put into practice. In today’s episode, Jen and Jill share 26 frugal living habits that actually move the needle toward your financial goals and are easy enough to stick with long enough to truly make a difference.

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This Level of Overconsumption is Organized Hoarding | Unhinged Hauls Jan 16, 2026

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Who is actually using three big shampoos in a month, or sitting down to organize and use all those coupons? Today, we’re unpacking what’s really going on with stockpile videos, why these videos are so strangely compelling, and how extreme overconsumption online can slowly make overconsumption feel normal for the rest of us.

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Why Groceries Are So Expensive Now (& How You Can Save Money on Groceries in 2026) Jan 13, 2026

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You are not doing groceries wrong, groceries are doing you wrong. Because even if you try to buy less, grocery prices today are through the roof. So in this episode, we’re breaking down why food prices have risen so much, if they’re going down, and what regular people can actually do to save money on groceries in 2026.

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Why You Can’t Stop Shopping: The Psychology Brands Don't Want You to Know Jan 09, 2026

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If you love shopping but it makes you feel a little guilty then you are in the right place because in this episode, Jen and Jill walk you through how to spend money while being able to identify what you love spending on so you can finally shop without guilt.

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How to Stop Overspending in 2026 | 4 Steps to Go From Spender to Saver Jan 06, 2026

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Your overspending may not be your fault. We don’t think it’s an inherent shortcoming or due to lack of self discipline and promise you it is within your power to fix it. In today’s episode, we’re walking you through the four steps you need to finally stop overspending, the same framework we teach in our book and use ourselves.

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Self-Improvement is a Lie | Deinfluencing "New Year New You" Motivation Jan 02, 2026

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Every year we hear “New Year, New You” but you are just buying the same journal, the same supplement, and the same productivity tracker. In this episode, we’re calling out the pressure to constantly upgrade yourself, breaking down the marketing that preys on insecurity, and offering a different path where you don’t need a “new you.”

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26 Things to STOP BUYING to Save Money in 2026 Dec 30, 2025

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As we welcome 2026, it’s time to leave behind spending habits that quietly cost us more than we realize. In this episode, we’re breaking down 26 sneaky money habits we’ve cut from our lives to save in the new year. Some may be familiar, some might sting a little, but all are meant to help you on your financial journey.

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Will Dave Ramsey's Baby Steps Work in 2026? (our actual experiences) Dec 26, 2025

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This is an old, classic piece of money advice that many people use to learn personal finance, but the world has changed a lot, and we can’t expect it to work the same way anymore. In this episode, Jen and Jill talk about the ways 'Baby Steps Framework' are still valid and the ways they believe they should be updated.

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