Brad Nelson

The Debt Free Dad Podcast

Money and personal finance are one of the leading causes of stress among adults, but it doesn't have to be that way. By mastering the basics, you can completely change your entire life. On the show, Brad shares tips, tricks, and life lessons that have helped him, and thousands of others save and pay off millions of dollars. If you're looking for financial freedom, you've come to the right place. The show will also cover topics like singles and money, marriage and money, kids and money, small business, entrepreneurship, self-development, online business, side hustles, and guest interviews. By l...

Author

Brad Nelson

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Education

Podcast website

www.therealdebtfreedad.com

Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

371. 4 Holiday Money Traps to Avoid This Year 11.11.2025

Subscribe to Simplify My Money: https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money The holidays are supposed to be joyful, but for many families, they bring stress, guilt, and a pile of credit card bills come January. In this episode, Brad breaks down the four biggest traps that lead to overspending and stress during the holidays… and how to avoid them without feeling like a Grinch. Learn h...

370. Simple Gratitude Hack to Transform Your Spending Habits 04.11.2025

Subscribe to Simplify My Money: https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money In this episode, Brad Nelson, introduces a powerful mindset shift that can help you improve your spending habits and reduce financial stress. Unlike traditional budgeting tricks, this approach focuses on practicing gratitude to change your financial mindset. Brad shares practical tips on how to incorporate gr...

369. Stop the Year-End Money Spiral: 6 Steps to End Strong Instead of Stressed 28.10.2025

🎯 Free Workshop: Find Your First $100 (or more) FAST!   Subscribe to Simplify My Money : https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money You still have time to make real progress with your money before the year ends.  In this episode Amber shares six simple steps to help you finish the year strong even if you’ve fallen off track, overspent, or haven’t looked at your budget in months.  N...

368. How Kati Paid Off $236K Debt and Saved $89K on a Single Income 21.10.2025

Subscribe to Simplify My Money : https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money In this episode of the Debt-Free Dad Podcast, host Kati shares her personal journey of balancing debt payoff and savings. With over $236,446 in debts paid off, Kati discusses the challenges and strategies she used to also save and invest $89,500 into her emergency funds, retirement plans, and health savings...

367. Why Most Budgets Fail and How to Create One That Sticks 14.10.2025

Free Budgeting Workshop: https://www.debtfreedad.com/budgeting-workshop-evergreen-optin Subscribe to Simplify My Money : https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money In this episode of the Debt-Free Dad podcast, hosts Brad Nelson, Amber Taylor, Chris Hawkins, and Katie Hatfield discuss the common reasons why most budgets fail. They emphasize the simplicity needed to create a sustainab...

366. Debt Free Dad Returns: Why Rest is Key to Financial Success and Avoiding Burnout 07.10.2025

Subscribe to Simplify My Money:  https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money   In this episode of the Debt Free Dad podcast, Brad Nelson, the founder of Debt Free Dad, talks about the importance of taking a break to recharge without losing financial progress. He shares his personal experience of taking a break after nearly five years of continuous podcasting and content creation. Bra...

365. Unlock Financial Wisdom with the Game of Monopoly 31.07.2025

Subscribe to Simplify My Money:  https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money   In this episode of the Debt-Free Dad Podcast, host Chris Hawkins discusses how the game of Monopoly can teach valuable financial lessons. Using Robert Kiyosaki's concept of reframing assets, Chris highlights the importance of accumulating income-generating assets and managing finances effectively. By...

364. Simple Ways to Start Saving Money Today 29.07.2025

Find Hidden Money https://www.debtfreedad.com/find-your-first-$100-workshop   In this episode, we explore 10 easy and actionable tips to save money without drastically altering your life. Brad Nelson and co-hosts Amber Taylor, Katie Hatfield, and Ryan Nelson share their personal success stories of becoming debt-free, including paying off substantial amounts of debt while living on planned budgets....

363. Top 5 Simple Steps to Avoiding Holiday Debt This Year 24.07.2025

Find Hidden Money https://www.debtfreedad.com/find-your-first-$100-workshop   In this episode, Brad Nelson, founder of Debt Free Dad, shares alarming statistics from the 2024 holiday shopping season, revealing the debt crisis many Americans face each year. He offers five actionable steps to prevent holiday debt: setting a holiday budget, starting a holiday sinking fund, reviewing your gift list, t...

362. Budget Smarts or Splurge: Financial 'Would You Rather' That Hits Home 22.07.2025

Subscribe to Simplify My Money : https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money In this fun and thought-provoking episode of the Debt Free Dad Podcast, Brad Nelson and his team engage in a series of money-themed 'Would You Rather' questions. The hosts, who have significant personal experience with debt repayment and savings, share their insights on various financial dilemmas....

361. Travel Smart: Mastering Budget Friendly Vacations 17.07.2025

Subscribe to Simplify My Money : https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money Join Katie, your host for the Debt-Free Dad podcast, as she shares her expertise and personal journey to debt freedom. Learn how she managed to pay off over $226,725 in debt while still enjoying memorable vacations. In this episode, Katie reveals creative tips to travel on a budget, including setting up a tr...

360. Turn Your Finances Into a Game (And Actually Have Fun) 15.07.2025

Our Free Life Without Payments Workshop is on July 15th. You can sign up here: https://www.debtfreedad.com/pl/2148605132 Subscribe to Simplify My Money : https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money In this episode of the Debt-Free Dad podcast, host Brad Nelson discusses the power of gamifying your financial journey. Joined by co-hosts Amber Taylor, Katie Hatfield, and Chris Hawkins,...

359. What Does Your Bank Statement Reveal About You? 10.07.2025

Our Free Life Without Payments Workshop is on July 15th. You can sign up here: https://www.debtfreedad.com/pl/2148605132 Subscribe to Simplify My Money : https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money In this episode of the Debt-Free Dad podcast, host Amber discusses the importance of aligning your spending with your values. Amber shares a simple reflection exercise to help you analyze...

358. Financial Anxiety No More: The Path to Calm 08.07.2025

Our Free Life Without Payments Workshop is on July 15th. You can sign up here: https://www.debtfreedad.com/pl/2148605132 Subscribe to Simplify My Money : https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money In this episode of the Debt-Free Dad podcast, join Brad Nelson and co-hosts Chris Hawkins, Amber Taylor, and Kati Hatfield as they delve into the emotional toll of financial anxiety and ho...

357. Debt-Free College: Top Tips to Avoid Student Loans 03.07.2025

Worrying About Paying for College? Free Webinar! Our Free Life Without Payments Workshop is on July 15th. You can sign up here: https://www.debtfreedad.com/pl/2148605132 Subscribe to Simplify My Money: https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money Discover how to help your kids graduate college without the burden of student loans. In this episode, Ryan Nelson shares practical tips incl...

356. How Brenda Philhower Paid Off Over $40,000 in Debt 01.07.2025

Support the show The Totally Awesome Debt Freedom Planner https://www.debtfreedad.com/planner  Connect With Brad   Website- https://www.debtfreedad.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thedebtfreedad Private Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/debtfreedad Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/debtfreedad/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@debt_free_dad YouTube - https://www.youtube....

355. The Dangerous Rise of AI-Generated Financial Advice 26.06.2025

Subscribe to Simplify My Money: https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money In this episode of the Debt Free Dad podcast, host Chris Hawkins discusses the concept of financial noise and its implications on our personal finances. Drawing a parallel between financial noise and radio static, Chris explains how contradictory financial information from various sources can create confusion...

354. Achieving Financial Success Through the Power of Small Wins 24.06.2025

Subscribe to Simplify My Money: https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money   In this episode of the Debt-Free Dad podcast, Brad Nelson, and his co-hosts Chris Hawkins, Katie Hatfield, and Ryan Nelson discuss the importance of small wins in achieving financial success. The hosts share their personal debt payoff stories and emphasize how minor actions and consistent efforts can accumu...

353. Adopt These Seven Debt-Busting Habits 19.06.2025

Join our Roots waitlist:  https://www.debtfreedad.com/ Feeling stuck in your debt journey? In this episode, Brad Nelson, founder of Debt Free Dad, shares the seven crucial habits that can help you achieve financial freedom. Learn how tracking your spending, budgeting, avoiding credit, building an emergency fund, staying resilient, celebrating small wins, and seeking support can transform your fina...

352. Why Most People Stay Financially Stuck 17.06.2025

Subscribe to Simplify My Money: https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money   You’ve read the books. You’ve downloaded the budget templates. You know what to do—so why aren’t things changing? In this episode of the Debt Free Dad Podcast, Brad and the team get real about the behavioral blocks that keep people stuck in debt. It’s not about knowledge—it’s about habits, mindset, and comm...

351. Shifting Your Focus: Embracing a Life that Truly Matters 12.06.2025

Subscribe to Simplify My Money: https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money   In this episode of the Debt Free Dad podcast, Kati delves into the importance of shifting focus from external validation to living a fulfilling life. She shares her personal debt-free journey, including the mistakes made due to caring about others' perceptions and the realizations that led to positive...

350. Achieving Financial Independence: Tara's $85K Debt Payoff Story 10.06.2025

Subscribe to Simplify My Money: https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money   Feeling overwhelmed by money? You're not alone! Join Brad Nelson, founder of Debt Free Dad, as he welcomes Tara Mean, who shares her journey of saving and paying off tens of thousands of dollars. Discover how mindset shifts, motivation, and practical steps can lead to financial freedom. Tara shares the...

349. Take Control of Your Money: The Power of a Simple Calendar 05.06.2025

Subscribe to Simplify My Money: https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money   Grab your calendar download: https://www.debtfreedad.com/pl/2148681183   Join Amber, a host of the Debt-Free Dad Podcast, as she shares a straightforward method to manage your finances using only a paper calendar. Discover how this visual tool can help you track paydays, bill due dates, and auto withdrawals...

348. Master Meal Planning: Strategies from Prep Dish's Allison Schaaf 03.06.2025

Subscribe to Simplify My Money: https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money   In today's episode, Brad Nelson, founder of Debt Free Dad, chats with Allison Schaff, a registered dietitian, trained chef, and founder of Prep Dish. They delve into the struggles of meal planning amidst busy schedules and how Prep Dish offers a streamlined solution. Allison shares her journey from bei...

347. Conquer Financial Procrastination: Start Your Journey to Debt Freedom 29.05.2025

Subscribe to Simplify My Money: https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money   In today's episode, we're tackling the 'Someday' mentality - the habit of putting off important financial actions for an undefined future. Learn why this mindset is a form of procrastination that can sabotage your journey to financial freedom, and discover practical strategies to overcom...

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