This Is Uncomfortable

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What dad left behind Aug 15, 2019

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When money, death and grief mix there’s no playbook for what to do. And for years, one young man has been stuck.

This episode deals with depression and suicide. If you or someone you know needs to talk, call 1-800-273-8255 or text “TALK” to 741741.

I have class anxiety Aug 08, 2019

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A listener struggles to navigate all the unspoken rules of middle-class life.

That thing you buy and don’t tell your parents about Aug 01, 2019

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We’re keeping things just a little uncomfortable this week with another round of our favorite game: Financial Face-Off! But first: We need your help telling a new story.

The college fund Jul 25, 2019

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When you’re a kid, your parents make all the financial decisions for you. But what happens when you grow up … and don’t agree with their choices?

Ziwe Fumudoh makes people uncomfortable Jul 18, 2019

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Growing up, Ziwe Fumudoh wanted to be a pop star. Her parents wanted her to go into medicine or finance. She ended up as a comedian writing for “Desus & Mero.” This week we talk about her work and money.

Lost in the game Jul 11, 2019

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When you’re a high-stakes gambler laying down tens of thousands of dollars at a blackjack table, the value of money takes on a whole new meaning.

Guess my financial secret Jul 03, 2019

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Our new game, “Financial Faceoff” puts one couple’s financial life to the test. Plus, we’ll get an update from the couple in our first episode, Nika and Terence.

Home/work Jun 27, 2019

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Reema Khrais explores the “jobs” we take on in our families — starting with her own. Plus, one couple comes up with a creative way to stop fighting over a dreaded household chore.

Crying at work Jun 20, 2019

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What happens when work is the thing that’s making us cry … at work? Plus: Reema asks her old boss an awkward question.

When money makes it weird Jun 13, 2019

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Reema tries to settle a debt she’s been avoiding. And what happens when one person in a relationship has way more money?