Frugal Friends Podcast

Conversations on frugal spending, saving money and financial independence AI summary

Jen Smith & Jill Sirianni | Backyard Ventures Visit website › Leisure · EN · 677 episodes · latest 2026-11-13

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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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5 Signs You Need a Financial Planner (And When You DON’T)

2026-11-13 · 47 min · Episode 667

For a friend who's already pretty frugal, you might think you don't need someone to manage your money. But what if you're in one of the situations we're talking about? Getting a financial planner might not be such a bad…
Food Influencers Are Making You BROKE

2026-11-10 · 46 min · Episode 666

That food video got you. One second, you're casually scrolling, and the next, you're craving a delicious-looking meal. But those cravings can come with a bigger price tag than we realize! In this episode, Jen and Jill…
Simple Cleaning Schedule & Products

2026-11-06 · 46 min · Episode 665

Cleaning can feel like a lot of work, especially when it takes constant effort to keep up. That's why we're bringing back an episode we know you'll love! One where Jen and Jill share easy ways to create a cleaning…
7 Tips to Save Money on Thanksgiving Dinner

2026-11-03 · 42 min · Episode 664

Hosting Thanksgiving or attending one? Either way, the holiday dinners can add up. Between family dinners, Friendsgiving, work potlucks, and all the extra food you end up buying, it’s easy to spend more than you…
What to Include in Your November Budget

2026-10-30 · 41 min · Episode 663

November is upon us, which means your budget is about to enter its annual obstacle course: Thanksgiving, holiday shopping, travel, end-of-year expenses, and at least one thing you completely forgot was happening. In…
5 Questions to Ask Before Paying Off Your Mortgage Early

2026-10-27 · 40 min · Episode 662

For most people, paying off a mortgage seems like a no-brainer. After all, it can be a major financial burden. But in this episode, before rushing to become debt-free, Jen and Jill encourage you to look beyond the…
Should You Save For Your Kids' College?

2026-10-23 · 47 min · Episode 661

Is college savings really a must-have? You might think so, but Jen and Jill dig deeper into the costs, uncertainties, and financial priorities that come with saving for your child’s future. In this episode, they discuss…
They’re Going BROKE To Be “Pretty”

2026-10-20 · 50 min · Episode 660

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, not the impossible standards the world wants us to live up to. Jen shares her own experience as she and Jill chat about how social media and marketing play on our insecurities and…
Financial Planning for Your 30s: What Actually Matters

2026-10-16 · 39 min · Episode 659

They say life actually starts at 30! So, if you’re feeling behind financially, say less, because things are just about to get good. In this episode, Jen and Jill breaks down the financial planning moves that actually…
7 Money Saving Hacks to Live Below Your Means

2026-10-13 · 50 min · Episode 658

Everyone says they’d be responsible with more money, but the problem is often how we define living below your means. It’s not about spending as little as possible. It’s about shifting your money mindset so you can spend…

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Owner: db7cb720-ded5-11f1-853d-79faa46b0880
Oldest episode in feed: 04/2018 · over 8 years
Typical length: 51 min
Format: Episodic Newest first, episodes stand alone

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