Frugal Friends Podcast

Found yourself buying all the different shades of lipstick but not one of them looks good on you? We will help you make up your mind on your next makeup and beauty shopping trip. In this episode, Jen and Jill give tangible tips on saving money for makeup and product recommendations! 🎙️ Get full show notes here!  https://bit.ly/3QYsXgo 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes?  http...

People tend to use and define financial freedom and financial independence interchangeably, which might be affecting how you view frugality. So what really is the difference? In this episode, together with Jen, Jill and our special guest, Jamila Souffrant, the host of Journey To Launch Podcast and author, we find out the difference and how frugality becomes a component in achieving your financial...

Health insurance aims to lessen our healthcare expenses, yet ironically, it remains surprisingly costly for many of us. In this episode, Jen and Jill delve into the advantages and drawbacks of health share ministries, drawing from their own experiences with these plans. Join us as the Frugal Friends help you determine whether a health sharing ministry might be the right healthcare solution for you...

Has anyone ever told you that you have Big Impact Energy? Every action you make has an impact on a micro- to macro-level. Whether you’re on your way to the mall to shop for the Black Friday sale or you’re decorating for Christmas, this episode is not going to shame you for it; rather, we’re empowering you to make the best and most confident frugal decisions. 🎙️ Get full show notes here!  https://b...

You don’t need to own any property to host an Airbnb and make a couple of extra dollars along the way. This episode, Jen and Jill introduce you to the world of Airbnb rooms and co-hosting—it can be a full-time job or a profitable source of income while you keep your full-time job.  🎙️ Get full show notes here!  https://bit.ly/46lVktq 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes?  https...

Not everyone wants to rock Steve Jobs’ all-black outfit or Mark Zuckerberg’s gray shirt paired with comfortable jeans every day; some want colors, statement accessories, or a funky pair of shoes! It’s important that we love the clothes we want to wear every day. In this episode, we identify principles for building the perfect capsule wardrobe and unravel the world of personal color analysis. 🎙️ Ge...

In the era of ✨girl dinner✨ where not all of us love cooking or even have the aptitude and time for it, planning ahead for your meal is actually a big aspect of saving money, time, and effort. If you’re feeling lazy to cook, tune in as we figure out the reasons for making a meal plan and how to do it in ways that won't exhaust you and take up more of your time. 🎙️ Get full show notes here!  http...

Health is a fundamental human right, yet the demands of healthcare costs go sky-high, becoming a source of financial strain and stress. In this episode together with Dr. Andrea Feigl, we're sharing the difficulties and demands of those who suffer from chronic illness in a micro- and macro-level aspect, as well as ways of advocating for themselves and their loved ones. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! ...

Managing money is riddled with complexities and uncertainties, and we tend to forget how easy it would all have been if we only did and saw things simply. The best things in life are always free and simple! This episode covers the what, why, how, and barriers to simplifying our finances, ALL SIMPLIFIED AND FREE! 🎙️ Get full show notes here!  https://bit.ly/3Fv7e9l 💌 Want to save money and spend b...

Order complete but does it make you FEEL complete? Unplanned purchases often get the best of us, but we’re not here to vilify those today. In this episode, we are digging deeper into the science behind your impulse spendings and ways to avoid it to have more intentional shopping.  🎙️ Get full show notes here!  https://bit.ly/3s2Or23 💆🏻‍♀️ Win a $1,000 cash to “pamper yourself” in any way you see...

A sudden, huge deduction from your bank account is spookier and more terrifying than a ghost jumping out to scare you. In this Halloween special, we're reading you real horror stories that happen more commonly than we think! It’s money scam stories from real people that will hopefully help you identify scams so you won’t fall for them.  🎙️ Get full show notes here!  https://bit.ly/402CHJv 💌 Want...

Financial gurus all over social media would tell you to not spend on your next takeout coffee or the food you’ve been craving for weeks, but we’re not here to tell you any of that. Being frugal is budgeting that does not have to be restrictive and deprive you of things that make you happy. This episode is going to be a great start and refresher for your values-based budgeting journey. 🎙️ Get full...

Clutter isn’t just a nuisance; it also impacts our brains. Having a space that feels complete and not cluttered leads to the brain feeling uncluttered, making it easier to make financial decisions. Let’s spice up the challenge of decluttering your home easily and quickly as we cover speeding up your decluttering process and popular minimalist challenges in this episode. 🎙️ Get full show notes here...

Surprisingly, not a lot of people know how to run. Some think runners break their toenails when they join a marathon, or worse, urinate in the middle of it! Tighten up your shoelaces; we’re going for a run with Martinus Evans as he shares his journey in running, his goal of making it an accessible sport and fitness for everyone, and ways to spend less on your equipment. 🎙️ Get full show notes here...

Always had a problem landing on your budget goal? Have you taken a detour that has affected your overall savings? All of this will lead us to the pit of our spending decisions. In this episode, we'll soar high and feel at ease as we put our good money habits on autopilot and become efficient with our next spending.  🎙️ Get full show notes here!  https://bit.ly/48O2TeK 💌 Want to save money and spe...

Aliens will soon take over our world? No, it’s probably AI. As robots and AI continue to thrive in the digital realm, there are also ways we can incorporate them into our finances. In this episode, we dive into one of the most popular AI chatbots as of today, ChatGPT. Join us as we uncover ways for you to utilize them to save money by writing creative yet strategic prompts. 🎙️ Get full show notes...

Adoption is a beautiful door leading for families to grow and change lives, but the road to one sometimes comes with complex and daunting challenges. A newly covered topic for this episode, we will get to know Amanda Koval, an adoptive mom of two children who has helped over a thousand families with their adoption journey. In this interview, we explore ways to plan finances when deciding to pursue...

We are facing a worldwide economic crisis while still recovering from the pandemic that is gravely affecting most of us. Managing money intersects with our mental health, along with other life challenges we are trying to overcome. In this episode, we explore the reality and impact of inflation, its relation to our mental health, and ways to manage money with anxiety.  🎙️ Get full show notes here! ...

No one randomly forgets the season and goes out in shorts and slippers during winter. We prepare and embrace the season, just as we should with unexpected and inevitable life circumstances. While we make things happen, life can also happen to us. In this episode, we will honor our seasons and discover how we will use them to navigate our finances and goals. 🎙️ Get full show notes here!  https://bi...

When we talk about buying second-hand items, we automatically think of going to thrift stores or your neighbor’s yard sale, but there is a hidden gem of the resale world that often goes overlooked: estate sales. In this episode, we introduce you to estate sales’ own flavor of goodness in buying secondhand, ways to find and engage in them, and our very own experiences on hosting and buying on estat...

Ready to challenge yourself for a No-spend October? As we bid farewell to this month, we will soon feel the festive spirit of the remaining holidays of this year. The biggest obstacle to success in this challenge is your commitment and discipline, but the Frugal Friends believe in you. Together, let’s discover ways to prepare for your next no-spend challenge and the secret to finishing it with suc...

Wanna level up your negotiation game? We've got you covered. In this episode, Jen and Jill discuss the power of negotiation and how it can help save money, earn more, and improve people skills. Don't miss it as we share valuable tips on identifying negotiation opportunities, gathering information on deals, and learning how to negotiate like a pro. 🎙️ Get full show notes here!  https://bit.ly/3r9iK...

Self-publishing is a game-changer— empowering aspiring authors and writers to fully take control of their literary dreams and passions. The best part of it is that you can still embark on this side hustle with frugality! Dive into this new side hustle and explore all things self-publishing with M.K. Williams, a full-time self-published author and creator of "Author Your Ambition." 🎙️ Get full show...

It takes both knowledge and practice to fully understand and live by what you have learned. While we always talk about frugality, we also want to teach you how to adopt a frugal mindset. Allow yourself to be curious in this episode as we break down ways to live with a frugal mindset, the barriers, and its importance in making smarter financial decisions. 🎙️ Get full show notes here!  https://bit.l...

Self-care and wellness have become buzzwords on social media, but along with healthcare, most of the costs can feel sky-high. But trust us to spill the beans on how you can pamper yourself and stay healthy without emptying your wallet, or even better, without having to spend anything at all! Jen and Jill will tell you all the tips and juiciest secrets on getting self-care and healthcare treatments...