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Frugal Friends Podcast

Jen Smith & Jill Sirianni | Backyard Ventures

Controlling your spending is hard to do. On every episode of Frugal Friends, we"ll try to help you gain a little more control on one aspect of the countless directions your money is being pulled toward through frugality and a few laughs. If you"re trying to save money, spend less, adopt minimalism, pay off debt or reach financial independence, we think you"ll like the show.

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60:33

Should You be Saving For Your Parents' Long Term...

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2024/02/02

The retirement topic always got people walking on eggshells. It’s mostly a tricky subject to bring up with our aging parents for a variety of reasons, and it’s only valid. In this episode, Jen and Jill, along with the creator of Waterlily, Lily Vittayarukskul, share about how planning for long-term care impacts us and the practices we can do to prepare ourselves as well as our parents for their long-term care. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3SD9D9C 💌 Want to save money and spend

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56:49

How to Stick With Your Big Financial Goals

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2024/01/30

Welcome to another insightful discussion! How's the progress on your New Year's financial resolutions? If you're still riding the wave of excitement and commitment to your goals, you're in for a treat. In this episode, Jen and Jill share valuable strategies that go beyond mere financial tips. They explore the power of mindset shifts, providing practical advice to help you not only set but successfully stick to your financial goals throughout the year. 🎙️ Get full show notes

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63:25

Should You Still Be Following The Baby Steps?

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2024/01/26

As the personal finance podcast industry grows every year, you might find yourself overwhelmed or confused by the contradictory and countless pieces of advice you hear. Frugal friends create a space for you to find the radical middle—discovering what is going to make sense for you and holding on to the tension of all the advice you receive. In this episode, Jen and Jill take us back to controversial financial advice coined as the “baby steps” or “blueprint” aligning the current status of our

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52:23

How to Change Your Money Mindset with Paco de Leon

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2024/01/23

What song has stuck in your head ever since you heard it for the first time? What if we told you how you think about finance is just like that song? In this episode, Jen and Jill break down ways to change your money mindset so you can stick with your financial goals, together with Paco de Leon’s fantastic financial advice. This episode isn't just a chat; it's an encouragement to create a fresh tune that aligns with your goals and guides you towards financial well-being. 🎙️ Get full show notes

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52:36

How Much House Can You Afford?

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2024/01/19

It has increasingly become harder to afford a house than to pay rent. But if you are determined to buy your dream house, this episode is for you! In this episode, Jen and Jill guide you into the complex and ever-changing housing market. Beyond the challenging landscape, they address critical questions, providing valuable insights for prospective homebuyers. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/423XCwN 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5

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61:31

When to Buy "Off-Brand" & When to Buy "Name-Brand"

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2024/01/16

Many of us think buying generic brands means we’re being responsible with our finances, but navigating when to opt for off-brand versus name-brand can be a strategic decision between quality and savings. In this episode, Jen and Jill discover what experts in their field buy and Tiktok product review videos to know which products are worth our money. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3S7F8Z4 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5

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61:20

Managing Money With a Partner with Julia Lilly

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2024/01/12

They say it takes two to tango, and so do our finances! Even relationships with the strongest foundations struggle to manage their finances together. In this episode, Jen and Jill, together with Julia Lily, talk about steps to improve ways of managing money with your partner. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3S6KZhl 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living eBook

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58:52

1st Annual Dinner Awards: Best Dinner Recipes to Meal...

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2024/01/09

Did you add meal planning to your new year’s resolutions? Then let’s resolve this together with Jen and Jill as they share everyone’s favorite meal plan recipes, including their own preferences! In this episode, Jen and Jill guide you in creating a 2-week plan of food you want to eat with ingredients you may already have in your home. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3RHfx7U 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5

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58:42

How to be Content Without Being Complacent

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2024/01/05

When you think about your life and ask, "Am I happy with how things are? Am I content with the life I have right now?" Do you say yes? It's tough to figure out what's just right for us without settling and feeling too complacent. We want to keep moving forward. In this episode, Jen and Jill walk us into the journey of contentment and share ways to use it as a tool to spend less and with intentionality. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3vh2hPN 💌 Want to save money and spend better in

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73:44

Deinfluencing Yourself From Social Media with Paige...

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2024/01/02

Did you put "avoid any impulse spending" on your New Year’s resolution? Get on board as this episode shares ways to overcome overspending and curate a safe and healthy social media timeline for you! Hear from Jen and Jill, joined by Paige Pritchard, as they unravel the tricky world of social media, de-influencing, and spending mindsets. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/477xLEY 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5

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67:42

Best Budgeting Tips For 2024

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2023/12/29

Time flies by so fast, and we’re already at the end of 2023. Are you having a blast? We’re wrapping up this year with tips on budgeting to gear you up for the coming year. In this episode, Jen and Jill share helpful tips on not just planning your money better but also expanding it! 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3RjZw7q 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living eBook

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51:41

Frugal Friends Book Club: 4 Minimalism & Simple...

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2023/12/26

Need something to freshen up your mind for the coming year? We've got you covered! In this episode, Jen and Jill deliver your requested book genre for the book club, which is all about minimalism, simple living, and cleaning up clutter. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/4awKvbx 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living eBook here! https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/ebook 📣 Submit your

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59:07

Rich Friend Secrets with Your Rich BFF with Vivian Tu

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2023/12/22

Picture a rich person. Do you see someone throwing cash while holding champagne on a yacht? A huge mansion with gold-painted door knobs? Let’s change that. In this episode, together with Vivian Tu, Frugal Friends are redefining "wealth," debunking rich people's myths, and instilling social responsibility to define yourself as rich or wealthy. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3Rl4gK9 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5

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68:53

How to Build Relationships in Your 30s (& How They...

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2023/12/19

Make it last forever, friendship never ends 🎶 But when you’re in your 30s, people have said it’s harder to build and maintain friendships, so how do we make it last forever? Frugal Friends Jen and Jill are now in their solid, spicy 30s, and in this episode, they unravel about recognizing the relationships in our lives and how they impact our money! 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/418BUax 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5

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58:44

Our Favorite Budgeting Apps (& The Ones to Avoid!)

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2023/12/15

The most beloved budgeting app, Mint, is no longer going to be with us for next year. So in this episode, we’re checking out the other best budgeting apps as well as the worst! Jen and Jill list app recommendations judging from its ability down to the app’s promised data privacy, which are all accompanied by reviews from other fellow Mint users on Reddit. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3TangOa 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5

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48:14

The Multiple Forms of Capital to Earn & Build Wealth...

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2023/12/12

What can't your dollar bill buy? You probably thought of time, space, relationships, and just too many to mention! In this episode, we got creative as Jen and Jill bring you one of their favorite interviews they’ve ever done from their Frugal Living Summit 2021, an interview with Laura Oldanie on building wealth, permaculture, and the multiple forms of capital to earn and invest in. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/49HrNxc 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5

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63:04

What are Mutual Funds & What do they Cost?

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2023/12/08

Advocating for yourself is your biggest weapon in managing your money, especially in investing. You might be confused with the different types of funds, so in this episode, Jen and Jill discuss mutual funds for you to be able to advocate for yourself with little to no help from advisors or experts! 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3SNruLm 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living eBook

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59:21

Saving Money on Makeup

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2023/12/05

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? https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter 📑 Get our FREE Modern Frugal Living eBook

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56:55

Do You Need Frugality to Reach Financial Freedom?...

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2023/12/01

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 goals. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/47AtXNg 💌 Want to save money and spend better in

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55:05

Our Experiences with Healthcare Sharing

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2023/11/27

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. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/49Bo1oY 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5

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