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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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00:56:12

People on TikTok BEGGING for Money is Unhinged (Sad...

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2025/11/07

How far would you go to trust, believe, and help a stranger online? Today we’re breaking down how social media has turned struggle into a brand, how these trends exploit both empathy and algorithms, and how it may be affecting you without you ever giving a dime.🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/ffpbegtok 📘 Order the book here https://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies,

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00:55:14

The Financial Management Skill No One Taught Us with...

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2025/10/24

Do money conversations make you uneasy? Today, we invited behavioral financial expert and author Carl Richards to unpack what this missing skill is and why it changes everything about the way we manage money. We’ll explore why most of us never learned it, how it impacts every financial decision we make, and what small habits can help you finally feel in control of it.🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/ffpmoneyconversations 📘 Order the book here https://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast 💌 Want

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00:48:16

When Should You Refinance Your Home Mortgage? | Refi...

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2025/10/21

It’s all over the news! Rate cuts are going lower and lower and you might be panicking and pressured whether to do it now or later. Jen and Jill dug into the news, cut through the speculation, and crunched the numbers so that we can help you decide whether you should refinance now or wait for possible lower rates.🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/ffprefinancing 📘 Order the book here https://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The

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00:51:48

TikTok is MAKING YOU LONELY | The Cost of Isolation...

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2025/10/10

“Tiktok made me do it.” Well, you're not wrong because it’s designed that way.The promise of connection on social media often ends in loneliness. And loneliness comes with a cost. In this episode, we’ll explore the ways on how that vulnerability causes us to spend more without even realizing it.🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/tiktoklonely 📘 Order the book here https://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE

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00:47:01

Mystery Shopping SCAMMER EXPOSED | Don't Fall For...

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2025/09/19

Would you pay someone to teach you how to make money? This influencer went viral not for the success of her courses, but for being exposed in the scams she created along the way. Jen and Jill are here not to drag anyone’s character, but to look at how she mixes truth with lies to manipulate people into spending hundreds of dollars on information they could easily get for free.🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/ffpmysteryshoppingscam 📘 Order the book

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00:36:19

She Followed a 1950's Grocery List and it DID NOT Go...

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2025/09/12

Call it retro the way 'what's in' during the 1950s are making a comeback. For Jen, that made this challenge too tempting not to try and her curiosity had to see where it would lead. The results weren’t exactly what they expected, but they walked through everything like why she did it, what happened, and the key takeaways that happened along the way.🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/groceryin1950 📘 Order the book here https://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast 💌 Want to save money and spend

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00:52:02

40 Easy Frugal Swaps That Save You Money With No...

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2025/09/09

We’re not here to take away your favorite things, we’re here to help enjoy them without the strain. In today's episode, we’re listing down easy swaps that you can do effortlessly to stay in the game. You don’t have to do everything on the list but trust that one small swap can make a big difference and big money win!🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/frugalswaps 📘 Order the book here https://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The

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00:46:14

When Healthy is TOXIC: FitTok, GLP-1's & Your...

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2025/09/05

Behind every “body tea” and “skinny legend” is an industry selling illusions, profiting off of our insecurities. So Jen and Jill share how to recognize the spending traps around body trends and guide us toward healthier, lasting ways to feel confident. Because loving yourself should always be free! 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/ffpfitnesstrap 📘 Order the book here https://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our

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00:51:21

Social Media is Ruining Hobbies

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2025/08/26

TikTok is all about hobbies right now and hobbies are great but if you’re not careful you could end up with thousands of dollars wasted and nothing to show for it but a hobby graveyard. So today we’re talking about all the hobbies social media is ruining and how you can avoid being financially ruined by them. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/ffphobbygraveyard 📘 Order the book here: https://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The

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00:51:53

How to do Disney World on a Budget | Tickets, Hotels,...

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2025/08/22

Whether you're a Disney adult or just tagging along for the churros and castle views, one thing’s for sure: every princess knows the magic comes at a cost. But do you really need the full-time experience... or just the fun part of it? Today’s guest, AJ Wolfe, is walking us through the must-knows for planning a Disney trip so you don't end up draining your savings. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/disneyonabudget 📘 Order the book here: https://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast 💌 Want to save

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00:51:19

The Problem With Thrifting: What No One Tells You...

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2025/08/19

Thrifting seems like harmless fun and most of the time, it is! There’s the thrill of the hunt, the excitement of finding something one-of-a-kind. But sometimes, things get a little weird, and there’s always more to it than just good deals. So today, we’re talking about the side of thrifting most people don’t mention and how to keep it fun without going overboard.🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/ffpthrifttraps 📘 Order the book here: https://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast 💌 Want to save

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01:01:03

How a LOTTERY WINNER Spends Her Money

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2025/08/15

One lucky ticket. One massive win. And one story you won’t believe. Jen and Jill chats with our lucky listener about money, divorce, and what it means to move forward with more intention and less guilt. Watch or listen wherever you get your podcasts to catch her story and maybe get a little luck dust too!🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/ffplotterywinner 🎁 See the latest deals today: https://tinyurl.com/brads-deals 📘 Order the book here: https://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast 💌 Want to

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00:51:44

9 UNHINGED Ways People Save Money on Bills

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2025/08/12

How far would you go to save money? Because some people out there are taking frugality to a whole new and extreme level! In this episode, Jen and Jill explore wild, unhinged, and sometimes downright risky ways people try to save money and the consequences they might not see coming.🎙️ Get full show notes here: https://bit.ly/ffpunhingedsaving 🎁 See the latest deals today: https://tinyurl.com/brads-deals 📘 Order the book here: https://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast 💌 Want to save money and spend

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00:58:26

Which Debt Should You Pay Off First?

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2025/08/08

When you’re carrying a lot of debt, peace of mind feels just out of reach but that doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong, you just haven’t found the method that fits you. In this episode, we’re bringing back a powerful, proven approach to help you take control, prioritize your debt with confidence, and make every payment count.🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/ffpdebtpriority 📘 Order the book here https://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes

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00:47:27

Deinfluencing Back to School “Sales”

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2025/08/05

It’s a back-to-school reset! But not the one with matching lunchboxes and over-the-top ‘what’s in my kid’s bag’ trends. Instead of overhauling everything for the kids, Jen and Jill are flipping the script on what a real reset means and breaking down how TikTok is fueling quiet overconsumption and spotlighting what to do to stay grounded, intentional, and spend way less.🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/ffpbacktoschool 📘 Order the book here https://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast 💌 Want to

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00:59:11

She Lost EVERYTHING In a Hurricane

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2025/08/01

When life gets heavy, our spending often follows. Jen and Jill chats with a listener who openly shares her 90-day transaction inventory from one of the hardest chapters of her life. They took a closer look at her spending habits and explored how different life seasons can affect the way we spend and how we can recover once that season has passed. Catch the episode on YouTube or your favorite podcast app because this one hits close to home. 🎙️ Get full show notes

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00:54:13

TikTok is Normalizing Being CAR POOR | These Car...

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2025/07/29

Cars are meant to get you to your destination NOT become your second home. But these days, people are spending so much even after buying a new car that it makes you stop and think… is it really worth it? Jen and Jill, with car expert Hayden Schreier break it all down pointing out the hidden costs, cheap parts, and big red flags to watch out for before you buy.🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/ffpcarpoor 📘 Order the book here https://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast 💌 Want to save money and

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01:09:28

She Spent HOW MUCH on Gifts!?!? | Spending Intervention

Frugal Friends Podcast ·

2025/07/18

Ever look at your bank statement and think… how did that happen? In this first episode of our new Spending Intervention series, Jen and Jill sit down with a listener who bravely shares her 90-day transaction inventory, from surprise splurges to gift-giving gone wild. Together, they uncover what’s really driving her spending and explore how to shift toward choices that feel more intentional (and less like a budget hangover). Watch the full episode on YouTube or listen in for some major “same here!”

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