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The Clark Howard Podcast — Business
The Clark Howard Podcast

Save more and spend less is more than just a motto for money expert Clark Howard; it’s a way of life. Clark and his crew — Team Clark — are on a mission to empower people to take control of their personal finances by providing money-saving tips, consumer advice, hot deals and economic news to help everyone achieve financial freedom. Clark is a nationally syndicated radio talk show host and a consumer reporter for television stations around the country. His podcast, The Clark Howard Show, receives more than one million downloads each month and is a hub for listeners to get valuable advice on-demand any time. Clark answers questions on the most popular business and consumer topics including; how to buy a cars, financing a home, retirement planning, shopping for insurance and getting the most out of your savings. Join the conversation and submit your question to www.clark.com/askclark . Clark spearheads two free resources — Clark.com and ClarkDeals.com — to encourage consumers to save more, spend less and avoid ripoffs.

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Latest Episodes:

09.26.23 Professor Clark: Credit Scores 101 / Smart Borrowing For Small Business Sep 26, 2023

Show notes

September 26 Professor Clark: Credit Scores 101 / Smart Borrowing For Small Business

Clark provides a 101 refresher on credit scores. Even if you don’t need to borrow, there are valid reasons to pay attention to your score. Hear about the variety of score models and how to keep your overall score healthy. Also, changes in the banking sector have made it hard for small businesses & entrepreneurs to obtain working capital. Clark shares the best approaches, from local banks and credit unions, to credit cards - plus a warning about fintech instant loans.

Credit Score Reset: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Small Business Cash Flow Needs: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4

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Episode transcripts
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09.25.23 The UAW Strike - Vehicle Market Update / Points Taken: The Devaluation Of Frequent Flyer Programs Sep 25, 2023

Show notes

The vehicle market is going through a slow, steady healing process. Inventory is up. In light of the UAW strike, Clark discusses pricing for both new & used automobiles. Also today, Clark explains how Delta, United and American airlines actively devaluing their frequent flyer programs - is actually good for travel consumers.

Vehicle Market Update: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Devalued Miles: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4

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Clark.com resources

Episode transcripts
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Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275

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09.22.23 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / New Online Privacy Choices Sep 22, 2023

Show notes

Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also today - your privacy online. Europe's Digital Service Act is changing the online experience. Many of us are ignoring new privacy reminders. Clark explains why we’re seeing these, and why you should respond.

Clark Stink s: Segments 1 & 2
Enhanced Online Privacy: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4

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Episode transcripts
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Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275

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09.21.23 SAVE With New Prepaid Cell Plans / Dental Care Overseas Sep 21, 2023

Show notes

Clark.com provides in-depth coverage of cell phone plans, including pre-paid options. While the big 3 push higher bills at a time of marginal growth, 1 in 4 customers have gone to discounters. There are so many new cell phone plans out there - consider switching to save big bucks. Something else that can save big money is to travel to a foreign country for dental care. This potential alternative is an important, individual, research based choice.

Prepaid Phone Plans: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Dental Tourism: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4

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Episode transcripts
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Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275

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09.20.23 Food Delivery And Your Wallet / Bus Travel Is Back! Sep 20, 2023

Show notes

There’s a brewing war between food delivery services and restaurants and it’s costing customers. Clark discusses the big price difference between food delivery vs pickup or dining in, and the embedded cost of using food apps. Also, due to the unreliability of flight schedules, more people are driving to destinations they can reach in 8 hours or less. As an alternative, there are more discounted bus service options today to consider. A look at regional bus radial routes may save you money on travel

Food Delivery Costs: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Bus Travel: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4

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09.19.23 Retail Theft Is A Plague / Ask Clark Sep 19, 2023

Show notes

Thanks to the sheer magnitude of retail theft, until solutions are found, we’ll continue to see more items under lock & key in many retail stores.

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09.18.23 A Reset On Auto Insurance / Longevity Insurance Sep 18, 2023

Show notes

The auto insurance industry is in a world of hurt and aggressively raising rates. Clark explains the factors involved and what you can do to help keep your costs down. Also today, life expectancy is a roll of the dice but generally, people are living longer. There’s a little known and very smart way to avoid outliving your money - longevity insurance.

Auto Insurance Bill Shock: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Longevity Insurance: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4

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Episode transcripts
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09.15.23 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / The Credit Card Competition Act Sep 15, 2023

Show notes

Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also today, the U.S. has the highest credit card processing merchant fees in the world - the system that feeds credit card rewards. Clark explains the industry battle surrounding the proposed Credit Card Competition act of 2023, which would allow free market competition for merchant processing. Learn what’s at stake and where Clark stands on getting U.S. fees aligned with the world standard.

Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2
The Credit Card Competition Act: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4

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Episode transcripts
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Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275

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09.14.23 Employment Flexibility & Ageism Trends / The Financial Decision To Relocate Sep 14, 2023

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Clark shares new information about the job market including what workers want most, and opportunity for over 50 workers. Also today, an uncertain economy has bred many finance stories about the cheapest places to live. But moving for financial reasons is a big decision with multiple factors to consider. How to figure out if you should move for money.

Employment Trends: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Financial Relocation: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4

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Clark.com resources

Episode transcripts
Community.Clark.com
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Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275

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09.13.23 Travel Research Warning / Employment: The Rise Of The Independents Sep 13, 2023

Show notes

Clark has an important warning about what to look out for when doing travel research online. Also in this episode, Clark discusses why this is the sweetest era to be an entrepreneur and how gig, contract & freelance work is reshaping the economy

FAKE Travel Guides: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
The Gig Work Effect: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4

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Clark.com resources

Episode transcripts
Community.Clark.com
Clark.com daily money newsletter
Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275

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