Episode 171. “I got into a PhD program! But he’s only worrying about the cost”
Katy and David are both 32. She just got into a PhD program—one she’s very excited about! But David replied by peppering her on possible outcomes, timing, and most of al
Episode 172. “We saved for retirement but have no money to spend NOW” (Part 1)
Michelle is 42, Ryan is 43. They’ve been married for 9 years and share two young children. Michelle worries about money; she always has. Ryan knows they’re in trouble, but can
Episode 173. “We spend 113% of what we make—but can’t do anything to fix it” (Part 2)
Michelle, 42, Ryan, 43, return for a deep dive into their Conscious Spending Plan. They spend $763 a month on Target, $1,185 a month on Amazon, and $1,230 on groceries—carrying a
Episode 174. “We make $300k but spend like we make $1M”
Meet Forest, 40, and Kathleen, 43, a couple living in California with two kids. Despite Forest’s $300k salary, they’ve racked up $150k in credit card debt. They want to maintai