What We Spend

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I Have a Second Home, Now I Need A First Oct 28, 2026

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We join Kathy for a week in theHamptons, in the second home she and her husband own. She knows how lucky she is to be in this position–but that's not always how it feels. The house has become a source of financial anxiety, stress, and regret. We follow Kathy as she reckons with the cost of the dream they worked so hard to achieve.

The Ups and Downs of IVF Oct 21, 2026

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Amanda and her wife are going through IVF, a process that's taxing emotionally, physically, and financially. Their families come from different worlds, one blue-collar and one affluent, and they're responding in very different ways.

I’m Obligated To Think About Privilege, Even If it’s Painful Oct 14, 2026

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Charlie, a recent college grad, comes from a wealthy family—and he has complicated feelings about it. That's part of what drew him to a job in the Netherlands, which he hopes might offer a greater sense of equality, its stronger public services, and overall better “vibes” than the US. We follow Charlie through his first week in the workforce and see how it changes the way he thinks about money, privilege, and his own country.

One Paycheck, Two Kids, and 10% to the Church Oct 07, 2026

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Alyssa is a postal worker and her family’s primary breadwinner, so budgeting is serious business. Her magic spreadsheet is the key to making her salary stretch to meet the demands of her growing family, their tithing obligations, and ideally a little fun. And right now it’s more serious than ever: she’s on unpaid maternity leave.

Join Season 2 host Lloyd Lochridge as he follows Alyssa through a week in her life.

Introducing: What We Spend, Season 2 Sep 30, 2026

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Imagine if you could ask someone anything you wanted about their finances. On What We Spend, people from across the country and across the financial spectrum are opening their wallets—and their lives—to tell you everything: what they make, what they want, and—for one week—what they spend.

Laying the Foundation Sep 17, 2025

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It’s not always easy being a woman in construction. But for Alden, a union carpenter in Massachusetts, the challenges come with a big payoff: the most financial stability she’s ever had.

The Cost of Feeding America, from Giving Done Right Sep 15, 2025

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Sharing an episode of Giving Done Right, a podcast from the Center for Effective Philanthropy about how to make an impact with your charitable giving.

Shifts in federal policy and funding have profoundly impacted the nonprofit sector, and it has never been more urgent that donors act decisively and wisely. You’ll hear from experts across the social sector who shed light on the rapidly shifting landscape of need and the crucial, but complex, role of charitable giving in filling critical gaps. In this episode, Julie Butner, president and CEO of one of the largest food banks in the U.S., reveals that food bank clients are often working families who simply can't afford basic necessities. She explains how modern food banks have evolved far beyond emergency food distribution to address root causes through healthcare partnerships, nutrition education, and community gardens. The eye-opening conversation challenges common misconceptions about who needs food assistance and addresses debates about the roles of government and private philanthropy.

You can listen to more Giving Done Right at https://link.mgln.ai/whatwespend.

Here Comes the Bill Sep 10, 2025

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Dan is a university post doc in the midwest. He’s getting married next spring— and discovering just how expensive weddings really are.

Death Admin Sep 03, 2025

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A few years ago, Alissa suffered the devastating loss of her husband. In the aftermath, she was left to navigate not just grief, but all the financial questions and decisions that came with his death —finding work, supporting four kids, and the emotional weight of figuring out how to use the money he left behind.

If you want to be on What We Spend, we'd love to hear from you. Write us at whatwespendpodcast@gmail.com

Joint Accounts Aug 27, 2025

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Charli is a filmmaker living in the Bible Belt. They’re on the brink of a big step in their relationship – moving in together and merging finances.

If you want to be on What We Spend, we'd love to hear from you. Write us at whatwespendpodcast@gmail.com

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