The Catholic Money Show from WalletWin

In this episode of The Catholic Money Show , Jonathan and Amanda share how they made over $5,000 while they were away on a two-week family vacation. While their family was camping through Yellowstone and the Grand Tetons they were also renting out a few assets they already owned: their camper van and their family home. By the time the trip was over, the income they earned had more than covered the...

In this special episode of The Catholic Money Show , Jonathan Teixeira joins Mark Swartzberg on Relevant Radio to talk about adoption, fatherhood, and what it means to be open to life. Jonathan shares part of his family’s story, including how infertility shaped their path to parenthood, and how each of their five children came into their family through infant adoption. The conversation touches on...

In this episode of The Catholic Money Show , Jonathan and Amanda Teixeira talk about what to do when something comes up mid-month and it was definitely not in the budget. Maybe it is a great Costco deal, a last-minute opportunity, or something you suddenly really want. The purchase itself may not be the problem. The real question is what happens in the gap between wanting it and buying it. Jonatha...

In this episode of The Catholic Money Show , Jonathan and Amanda Teixeira talk about a financial task many families know they should revisit but often put off: life insurance. After growing their family and realizing their original policies no longer matched their current reality, Jonathan and Amanda share why life insurance needs to be reviewed as your family changes. What made sense before kids,...

In this episode of The Catholic Money Show, Jonathan and Amanda Teixeira reflect on Jesus’ words in Matthew 6: “Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.”In honor of the Feast of the Two Hearts, they invite listeners to take an honest look at the last 90 days of their spending and ask a simple but revealing question: what does my money say about where my heart really is? Jonathan and...

In this special episode, Amanda Teixeira joins Kaitlin Zara on the Homeschool Connections Podcast to talk honestly about the real cost of homeschooling—and how families can make it work without drowning in stress or debt. As a Catholic financial coach and homeschooling mom, Amanda shares practical strategies for families trying to homeschool faithfully in today’s economy. She talks about the finan...

In this special episode, Jonathan Teixeira joins John Morales on Relevant Radio’s Morning Air to discuss how Catholic families can prepare for college costs without going broke. Jonathan breaks down the real cost of college beyond tuition, including room and board, books, travel, and hidden expenses. He also shares practical ways families can lower costs, including community college, in-state scho...

Join Jonathan and Amanda as they examine the differences between a Catholic and Protestant worldview when it comes to the morals of investing. Thank you to the Catholic Financial Planners Network for sponsoring this episode. You can learn more about CFPN advisors at ⁠⁠⁠ CatholicFinancialPlanners.com ⁠⁠⁠ Form your Catholic understanding of money by joining Catholic Money Academy at ⁠WalletWin.com/a...

One of the questions we get asked the most is: How is WalletWin Different from Dave Ramsey? In this episode we begin to answer that question through the lens of the Catholic faith. They share why money decisions are never just practical for Catholics. They are tied to vocation, family life, generosity, stewardship, and our call to help build the Kingdom of God. This conversation covers a few key a...

What does the Church teach about building wealth? We dive into nearly 2,000 years of Scripture, Church teaching, Encyclicals, and lives of the Saints to find out. What we might might surprise you - and it would certainly catch Dave Ramsey off guard. Thank you to this episode's sponsor: The Catholic Financial Planners Network . Find a great financial planner today at ⁠https://CatholicFinancialP...

We’re sharing this replay as we get ready to record fresh new episodes for you, stay tuned! Dave Ramsey says credit cards are evil —cut them up and never look back. But is he right? Are credit cards truly a financial disaster , or can they be used responsibly without wrecking your budget (or conscience)? In this episode, we break down: 🟢 Dave Ramsey’s arguments against credit cards 🟢 Why most pe...

We were supposed to be home in two days. That's what we thought when Amanda flew alone to Austin, Texas to meet our brand-new son — four pounds, three ounces, and so tiny it took your breath away. Jonathan stayed back in Omaha with a sick kid and a house to hold together. It was supposed to be a quick NICU stay. Feed and grow. Home by the weekend. It was anything but. In this episode, we'r...

Baby Teixeira #5 has arrived and we are soaking up every single moment. We'll be back with fresh episodes soon — in the meantime, we are reaching into the vault for some of our all-time favorites. This one is absolutely worth your time. How are we, as Catholics, to interact with stuff ? Let's explore Catholic Minimalism with author and speaker, ⁠Katie Sciba⁠, in one of the most popular ses...

We're taking a little time away welcoming our newest Teixeira to the world! While we're soaking up all the newborn snuggles, enjoy this episode from the vault — it's one of our favorites, and honestly, perfect for right where we are in the liturgical year. 🎧 Jonathan loves stuff. Here's his plan to shift his attention from things of this world to those of the next. We are swimming...

Jonathan and Amanda reveal why tithing isn’t a good idea. At least not in the way many Catholics think about it. In this episode of The Catholic Money Show, they unpack the common assumption that Catholics are required to give a strict 10% tithe and explain why the Church actually calls us to something deeper than a simple percentage. In this episode they discuss:• What the tithe meant in the Old...

Most budgeting advice assumes you get paid the same amount on the first and the 15th like clockwork. But what if you’re self-employed, commission-based, fundraising, running a business, or juggling side hustles? In this episode of The Catholic Money Show , Jonathan and Amanda share the exact system they’ve used for over 14 years to budget successfully with irregular income. From fundraising missio...

In this episode of The Catholic Money Show , Jonathan and Amanda tackle one of the most common (and emotionally charged) issues in marriage: how to talk about money with your spouse without starting a couples war. Drawing from their own early money struggles and years of coaching Catholic couples, they unpack why these fights happen and how to prevent them. In this episode: Why wives are usually t...

We didn’t think we would ever say this out loud… but we quit homeschooling. In this episode of The Catholic Money Show , Jonathan and Amanda share the real story behind that decision — what was working, what wasn’t, and why they ultimately chose something different for this season of family life. If you’ve ever felt tension around schooling decisions — whether you homeschool, do hybrid or in perso...

We weren’t shopping for a camper van… and then an auction popped up. Seventy-two hours later, we owned one. In this episode of The Catholic Money Show , Jonathan and Amanda walk through how an unexpected opportunity turned into a confident, peaceful financial decision—and why it didn’t involve panic, debt, or overthinking. They share the real story behind buying a camper van quickly, how they eval...

In this episode of the Catholic Money Show, Jonathan discusses three financial ideas proposed by President Trump, analyzing their implications from a Catholic perspective. The conversation covers the proposal to cap credit card interest rates, the idea of banning private equity from buying homes, and the controversial 50-year mortgage. Each idea is examined for its potential impact on consumers an...

In this episode of The Catholic Money Show , Jonathan and Amanda turn their attention directly to those working in Catholic ministries, parishes, and organizations. The question at hand is uncomfortable but necessary: how do we avoid causing financial scandal while serving the Church? Drawing from their years as FOCUS missionaries, Jonathan explains why fundraising for salaries can be good, biblic...

In this episode of The Catholic Money Show , Jonathan and Amanda respond to a question many Catholic families and students are asking after this year’s SEEK Conference. Drawing from their experience as former FOCUS missionaries, they share insights on the evolution of SEEK, its rising costs, and the importance of the event in fostering community and spiritual growth among young Catholics.  They di...

Amanda went on The Catholic Woman Podcast , hosted by Marie Hanson , for a wide-ranging conversation about money, faith, and what it actually takes to find financial peace today. In this episode, Amanda shares the real story behind a major money fight early in her marriage, how she and Jonathan paid off debt and stayed out of it, and why debt freedom is only the beginning—not the finish line. They...

We made a hard decision in 2025 that will radically change our family’s 2026—and it didn’t come out of nowhere. In this episode of The Catholic Money Show , we walk through how annual planning has shaped our family’s biggest decisions over the years, from homeschooling to schooling, from time stewardship to major life pivots. We share how our yearly “dream date” and planning rhythm helped us notic...

As we look ahead to 2026, Jonathan and Amanda take an honest look back at the purchases that shaped their family’s financial life in 2025—for better and for worse. In this episode of The Catholic Money Show , they walk through their favorite purchases, their lingering regrets, and the patterns that emerged when they slowed down to reflect. From great deals that genuinely served their family to “sa...