The Catholic Money Show from WalletWin

In this episode of the Catholic Money Show, Amanda and Jonathan discuss the concept of 'brain rot', exploring how excessive screen time affects our lives and mental health. They emphasize the importance of creating a battle plan for 2026 to avoid falling into the trap of mindless scrolling and unintentional time wastage. The conversation includes practical strategies for limiting phone usage, the...

Christmas is almost here—and if your budget is tight or your ideas feel a little last minute , this episode is for you. Jonathan shares five meaningful, low-cost yet high-value gift ideas you can pull together quickly, even if you didn’t plan ahead or your Christmas budget is running lean this year. These aren’t “filler” gifts. They’re creative, thoughtful, personal presents that people genuinely...

How do you stay generous at Christmas without blowing your budget? In this special episode, Jonathan joins Sarah on Morning Air (Relevant Radio) to talk through practical, realistic ways to navigate Christmas spending with clarity and peace. They cover: • How to set a Christmas budget that actually works • Why breaking your plan down person by person matters • What to do when a gift you love is ou...

Budgeting gets a bad reputation—people say it’s restrictive, stressful, or simply doesn’t work. But the truth? Most people aren’t budgeting the way budgeting is actually designed to work. In this episode, Jonathan and Amanda break down the three core habits that make budgeting simple, effective, and peaceful. Practical, biblical principles that hundreds of Catholic Money Academy families use to fi...

We’ve all heard about the avalanche, the snowball, and maybe even the snowflake method for paying off debt… but which one actually works best in real life? In this episode, Jonathan and Amanda go back to their own story of paying off about $25,000 of debt in just 7.5 months and break down the three major debt payoff strategies—what they promise, where they fall short, and why the method you choose...

What if something you already own could start paying for itself? In this episode of The Catholic Money Show , Jonathan and Amanda share how they turned their family RV from a personal purchase into a profitable rental—all while keeping faith, family, and stewardship at the center. After just one year of listing their RV for rent, they recovered the entire cost of the vehicle. But beyond the number...

Caring for your children and your parents at the same time? You’re not alone. In this episode of The Catholic Money Show , Jonathan and Amanda dive into the unique financial and emotional challenges of the “sandwich generation.” If budgeting for aging parents while managing the daily demands of family life and work sounds familiar, this conversation will help you show up for the people you love wi...

Every January, thousands of families look back at the holiday season and wonder: “What happened to our budget?” In this episode of The Catholic Money Show , Jonathan and Amanda Teixeira share practical (and heart-centered) tips to help you host joyfully—without draining your wallet . From setting a realistic holiday hosting budget to creating meaningful traditions that focus on relationships over...

What does Taylor Swift’s new song “Wi$h Li$t” reveal about our culture’s relationship with money, fame, and love? 💸 In this fun and thoughtful reaction episode, Amanda and Jonathan listen to the track, unpack its lyrics, and explore what it says about society’s obsession with wealth—and how even pop culture reflects our deeper desire for love, family, and meaning. From private jets to basketball...

In this inspiring interview from The Catholic Money Summit , Amanda Teixeira sits down with Rob and Sam Fatzinger —parents of fourteen and authors of A Catholic Guide to Spending Less and Living More . Together, they discuss what it really takes to live within your means, raise a large family, and trust God through every financial season. From appreciating simple pleasures to resisting comparison...

There are only about 100 days left in 2025 —what do you want to see happen before the new year begins? In this episode of The Catholic Money Show , Jonathan and Amanda talk about how to make the most of the time that’s left. They share how to choose meaningful goals, finish strong, and set yourself up for a peaceful and fruitful 2026. From conducting a quick “stewardship assessment” to using feast...

What would St. Thomas Aquinas say if he were your financial advisor? In this special conversation, Jonathan sits down with Catholic financial planner Chris Schilmoeller to explore the timeless wisdom of Aquinas on money, value, and human flourishing. Together, they discuss why modern financial advice often falls short, how Aquinas helps us see money not as an end but as a means to virtue, and why...

Finances are one of the top stressors in marriage—but they don’t have to be. In this short conversation on the Relevant Radio show Morning Air , Jonathan Teixeira shares practical insights from his own marriage on how couples can handle money with peace and unity. He explains why money so often feels tense, how men and women may experience it differently, and why bringing Christ into your financia...

Consumer debt is at an all-time high—and chances are, you’re feeling it too. Credit cards, student loans, car loans… it all piles up fast. But what if the very first step to finally breaking free from debt wasn’t about how to pay it off, but about stopping the cycle altogether? In this episode of The Catholic Money Show , Jonathan and Amanda share the foundational (yet often overlooked) step that...

An online forum thread sparked a firestorm when a young Catholic woman asked why so many Catholic men seemed to lack financial ambition while also desiring large families. Have we confused gospel poverty with financial irresponsibility? In this episode of The Catholic Money Show , Jonathan and Amanda dig into the tension between faith, finances, and ambition. They explore what holy simplicity real...

Scammers are getting smarter—and they’re after your wallet. In this episode of The Catholic Money Show , Jonathan and Amanda share real-life experiences of nearly being scammed, walk through the most common fraud schemes in 2025, and give you the red flags you need to watch for. From fake crypto platforms and Ponzi schemes to phishing texts, tech support pop-ups, charity scams, and even impersonat...

Jonathan shares one of his favorite tools for saving a bunch of money on everyday purchases online. Register Now for our upcoming workshop: From Panic to Peace: A Catholic Game Plan to Escape Debt and Start Saving Again - Sign Up Now at WalletWin.com/Peace This episode was originally released inside Catholic Money Academy. If you like this, you'll love everything else waiting for you inside th...

Family fun doesn’t have to drain your bank account. In this episode, Jonathan and Amanda share the simple tool that’s helped their family stack up memories: mini golf, escape rooms, museums, trampoline parks, even ballgames—without overspending. Learn how it works, why it’s become a yearly line item in their budget, and how to use it smart whether you’re staying local or traveling. GetOutPass: ⁠ht...

Student loan debt is crushing millions of Americans, and when Catholic colleges are part of the problem, it’s more than a financial mess. It’s a scandal. In this episode, Jonathan and Amanda dig into how these institutions, while flying the Catholic banner, are leaving graduates buried in debt and why it runs directly against Catholic social teaching. We’re not naming names, but we are naming the...

Should you even own anything? In this final Part 5 of our Rerum Novarum series Jonathan and Amanda unpack what the Church really teaches about ownership, how it applies today, and why it matters more than ever in a world leaning toward extremes. Pope Leo XIII doesn’t just defend private property in theory, he lays out why it’s essential to human dignity, family protection, and real justice. They a...

Are you making enough at work? What does the Church actually say about wages, work conditions, and the responsibilities of employers and employees? In this fourth episode of our Rerum Novarum series, we unpack paragraphs 42–61 of Pope Leo XIII’s landmark encyclical on labor and capital. We dig into topics that are still wildly relevant today—fair wages, work-life balance, the dignity of the worker...

What is the proper role of government according to the Catholic Church? In Part 3 of our Rerum Novarum series, Amanda and Jonathan dig into how Pope Leo XIII explained the moral role of civil authority—not as a tyrant, but as a protector of justice, property, and the common good. From taxes and socialism to overreach and neglect, we explore how Catholic Social Teaching offers timeless guidance on...

How should Catholics think about the tension between rich and poor, employer and employee? In Part 2 of our series on Rerum Novarum , we dive into Pope Leo XIII’s clear guidance on class conflict, solidarity, and how the Church sees the proper relationship between capital and labor. This isn’t just theory, it’s a timely reminder of how Catholic Social Teaching can shape how we work, spend, hire, a...

In 1891, Pope Leo XIII wrote Rerum Novarum , an encyclical that launched Catholic Social Teaching- and its message is now more relevant than ever. In this episode, Jonathan and Amanda unpack how this powerful document speaks to the dignity of work, the role of money, and the pursuit of justice in today’s world. Whether you’re managing a household budget or running a business, you’ll walk away with...

Tired of rising grocery prices and limited healthy options? In this episode, Amanda and Jonathan share their favorite new smart shopping strategy—using Azure Standard to get real, wholesome food delivered directly through a local co-op drop. They walk through why it works for their family, how it saves money, and what they’re ordering (spoiler: bulk oats, organic produce, and grass-fed butter!). I...