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The Clark Howard Podcast
Save more and spend less is more than just a motto for money expert Clark Howard; it’s a way of life. Clark and his crew — Team Clark — are on a mission to empower people to take control of their personal finances by providing money-saving tips, consumer advice, hot deals and economic news to help everyone achieve financial freedom. Clark is a nationally syndicated radio talk show host and a consumer reporter for television stations around the country. His podcast, The Clark Howard Show…
Episodes
- The Clark Howard Podcast
11.23.20 Your TV is spying on you; How companies are combating worker burnout
Advertisers want the ability to target audiences better during streaming. But that comes with a privacy tradeoff. Companies are finding creative ways to keep…
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11.20.20 GM to offer car insurance based on driving habits; Clark Stinks
General Motors is set to offer insurance to customers that will provide lower rates based on safer driving. Kim and Joel share the Clark Stinks posted on the…
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11.19.20 Apple announces changes to app store pricing; Black Friday deals abound
Apple will be reducing fees for smaller companies on its app store. But courts are still likely to weigh in on Apple's practice of taking a cut of sales from…
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11.18.20 Amazon launches an online pharmacy; The Boeing Max is returning to the skies
Clark gives the details on Amazon's new online pharmacy. Some of the pricing is still pretty opaque but the launch is already having a massive impact on the…
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11.17.20 Surprise bills for Covid tests; Google Photos ends lifetime free storage
People are receiving unexpected bills just for getting a Covid test. Clark tells you how to battle that bill. Google Photos has announced that they are…
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11.16.20 Moderna vaccine buoys hopes; Picking the right health plan during open enrollment
Preliminary data from the Moderna trials show that it is more than 94% effective. Picking the right health plan during open enrollment is crucial. Picking the…
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11.13.20 Grocery stores limiting purchase quantities; Clark Stinks
Major grocery stores are starting to limit quantities on certain items in order to keep specific items in stock. Kim and Joel share the Clark Stinks posted on…
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11.12.20 Credit card companies are offering majorly high sign-up bonuses; Rents rising in the burbs
The major credit card companies like American Express and Chase are offering rich sign-up bonuses as they try to attract more customers right now. Covid has…
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11.11.20 California voters turn down higher business taxes; Scammers target people running out of money
California is a notoriously high tax state. But that might be starting to change. Some new scams are floating around that specifically target people who have…
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11.10.20 Veterans Day and the deals happening tomorrow; Clark's Christmas Kids
Clark talks about celebrating our veterans and also points to ClarkDeals.com for deals that will be available tomorrow. Clark's Christmas Kids is going to need…
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11.9.20 The impact a Covid vaccine will have on the economy; Holiday hotel deals
Promising vaccine news has caused the stock market to soar upwards. Clark talks about what an effective vaccine will mean for our country and for the economy…
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11.6.20 The US is poised for a big economic recovery in 2021; Clark Stinks
It looks like 2021 will be a year of meaningful economic recovery for the USA. Kim and Joel share the Clark Stinks posted on the web and share with Clark…
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11.5.20 Stock market soars with divided election results; Important ballot measure results across America
Rates for savers and borrowers are going down while the stock market is reacting with optimism to the election results that we have in hand. Clark talks about…
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11.4.20 The appliance repair industry is booming; Credit card companies are soliciting new customers
As people are spending more time in their homes, they are starting to spend more to fix them up. That means that the appliance repair industry is seeing a boon…
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11.3.20 Cruise lines can sail again; Labor department bans ESG investing
Cruise ships are now allowed to sail again, but with strict rules to protect health. The Labor Department has issues new rules to prevent ESG investing. Clark…
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11.2.20 Debt collectors can now reach you through social media; HSA rules for 2021
Debt collectors will now be allowed to contact you via social media. Clark tells you how to protect yourself in this new era of debt collector access. The HSA…
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10.30.20 How to pick a contractor when renovating; Clark Stinks
People are spending meaningful amounts of money to renovate their homes now. Clark talks about how to proceed and what to look for when you're vetting…
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10.29.20 Tax bracket changes; 30-40 million Americans facing eviction
Clark discusses the tax bracket changes for 2020 and how that impacts the way you handle your money. We're in a tough position in our country. Tens of millions…
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10.28.20 Stock market selloff; T-Mobile's new streaming offering + Boost cuts cell plan price again
The stock market is having a tough day. Clark talks about how investors are seeing the increase in Covid cases - and how you should approach your investments…
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10.27.20 How to handle student loans in 2021; Where you can travel now + middle seat restrictions
In the absence of political action, people with federal student loans will have to start paying on those loans again in January. Clark tells you what to do if…
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10.26.20 What will happen to oil & gas?; Cable data caps burn people working from home
What will happen to oil and gas as renewables continue to get cheaper and more robust? Clark gives his thoughts. Americans working from home are running into…
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10.23.20 Why you should use all your vacation days; Clark Stinks
As we get closer to the end of the year, make sure that you don't leave any vacation days on the table! Kim and Joel share the Clark Stinks posted on the web…
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10.22.20 What you need to know about open enrollment; How to sell your old cell phone
Open enrollment starts in early November. Clark tells you what you need to know before open enrollment begins. If you are buying a new cell phone and want top…
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10.21.20 Scam election emails; Fake reviews plague major websites
Scam emails are flooding inboxes as we draw nearer to the election. The FBI has issued a warning and Clark tells you what to watch out for. Amazon Prime day…
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10.20.20 Justice department sues Google; What's happening with the economy right now?
The major tech companies are in hot water in Washington D.C. right now. Clark talks about what's happening and why the lawsuit against Google is making waves…
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10.19.20 The jobs in high demand; Boeing Max returning to the skies
Some jobs are actually in high demand right now. Clark discusses where the opportunities are. The Boeing Max will start making flights again in December. Want…
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10.16.20 When the best Black Friday deals are coming; Clark Stinks
Walmart has just announced its Black Friday plans. Clark talks about where the best deals will be and how Black Friday will shake out this year. Kim and Joel…
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10.15.20 Small business optimism; Rents are rising in the suburbs
Small businesses are more optimistic. Some of this is thanks to the reality on the ground of increased foot traffic and higher sales. This is good new for the…
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10.14.20 The airlines are losing massive amounts of money; Protecting your brokerage account
Delta Airlines just announced that they lost over $5 billion in Q3. The travel recovery could take a while and Clark discusses how the difficulty in the travel…
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10.13.20 The election & your investments; Tax breaks for working from home
How should the upcoming election change your investments? Clark discusses that and the low rates that savers are currently enduring. Clark discusses the tax…
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10.12.20 Robinhood disastrous account hacking; New PPP loan forgiveness form
Investing app Robinhood has acknowledged that some of its customers may have been targeted by hackers. The SBA is making the forgiveness process for smaller…
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10.9.20 The skinny on meal delivery kits; Clark Stinks
Clark has discussed grocery delivery and curbside pickups, but Consumer Reports has a new review of meal delivery kits that's worth sharing. While they can get…
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10.8.20 Southwest wants pay cuts, not layoffs; Beware payroll advance apps
Southwest asks employees to accept pay cuts to avoid furloughs. The airlines and the travel industry as a whole are having a really hard time anticipating…
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10.7.20 Why you should get the flu shot; When the Holiday deals are happening
Clark discusses the importance of getting a flu shot - especially given the fact that the pandemic is still wreaking havoc in our country. What is the timeline…
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10.6.20 New Verizon home internet option; The impact of Trump's Covid diagnosis
Verizon has a new offering that will help rural folks get decent internet speeds in their home. Clark also mentions a fantastic new unlimited cell phone plan…
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10.5.20 Census bureau report about widening income gap; New credit card doesn't look at your credit score
Roughly 80% of Americans have less purchasing power now than they did a decade ago. This is not good news! Clark discusses the significance of what this new…
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10.2.20 PPP loan forgiveness gets underway; Clark Stinks
Small business owners that took out PPP loans have been worried about how forgiveness for those loans will work. The Treasury department finally announced that…
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10.1.20 Teachers are underpaid; Fake debt collectors
A new report finds that teachers are paid less than non-teacher, college-educated workers. That's a problem. Fake debt collectors are on the rise. Clark tells…
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9.30.20 Massive layoffs at Disney and the airlines; Where to turn for health insurance after job loss
The airlines are set to lay off tens of thousands of employees as government bailout funds run dry and the travel industry remains disrupted. Disney has also…
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9.29.20 Supermarkets are stocked for Fall; How to negotiate rent with your landlord
Supermarkets are stocking up before Fall hits in case there's a surge in Covid cases. Apartment vacancies are up. So there's more room for you to negotiate…
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9.28.20 Voters are less divided than our politicians; Amazon Prime Day + Ring drone camera
Americans are actually less divided than our elected officials seem to be. They tend to agree on fiscal policy like the minimum wage and affordable child care…
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9.25.20 Cheaper batteries are lowering energy costs; Clark Stinks
Tesla is leading the charge towards cheaper batteries. And that is going to have a major impact on consumer energy bills going forward. Kim and Joel share the…
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9.24.20 Housing market inventory is crazy low, driving up prices; Car insurance claim estimator
Fewer Americans are listing their homes for sale. And as interest rates continue to remain low, that is driving up home prices. Artificial intelligence is…
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9.23.20 New independent contractor rule; Southwest companion pass offer
A new rule gives employers more leeway when it comes to how they classify employees. Clark discusses the pros and cons of this move as well as how employers…
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9.22.20 What to do with overwhelming hospital bills; How small businesses are faring
Clark discusses how to handle overwhelming hospital bills. It's absolutely crucial not to pay that bill with a credit card. There are some positive signs about…
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9.21.20 Fighting back against an unlawful eviction; Walmart raising pay
There is a federal moratorium on evicting tenants who can't pay right now. Clark discusses free software that is available to help you fight back if your…
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9.18.20 Why delaying social security payments is so important; Clark Stinks
A lot of Americans opt to take social security when they are first eligible. But this can cost you a whole lot of money in the long run. Clark discusses why it…
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9.17.20 The telemedicine boom; Good news for job seekers
Telemedicine is taking off right now. And it's actually better for your health, too. There are all sorts of positive signs in the job market. Clark talks about…
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9.16.20 Employees love working from home, but many employers don't love it; Football is back!
Stats show that Americans who have been able to work from home during the pandemic would love to be able to continue doing so when things get back to normal…
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9.15.20 Americans are saving more right now; USPS prescription delivery delays
Many Americans who can are saving more of their income. This bodes well as the economy continues to recover as the spenders will be able to meaningfully…
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9.14.20 The wildfires in California; The cell phone price wars intensify
Clark talks about what has led to the wildfires in California and what policies need to be implemented to avoid such devastation in the future. Link for a…
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9.11.20 Special Edition: Navigating Your Finances in the Pandemic Economy
Clark talks about how the economy has changed since Covid-19 became a reality in our lives. And his wife Lane joins him to pose your questions - all of which…
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9.10.20 Christmas sales in October; The used car shortage
Retailers are likely to start offering bargains earlier than normal this year. You could find some great bargains in October instead of having to wait until…
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9.9.20 Mint Mobile launches cheap unlimited cell plan; FedEx is hiring
If you need unlimited data, Mint Mobile just launched one of the best plans that is pretty inexpensive - only $30 a month when you pay up front. Check it out…
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9.8.20 The unbalanced stock market; How the eviction moratorium works
The stock market has started to experience some volatility - particularly in the tech sector. Clark talks about how that should impact how you invest your…
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9.7.20 New car recall tool; Dollar stores become more popular as consumers are still hurting
NHTSA has released a new free app that makes it easy for consumers to check for any outstanding recalls on their vehicle. Dollar store chains are starting to…
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9.4.20 Walmart Plus takes aim at Amazon Prime; Clark Stinks
Walmart Plus just launched with a $98 annual fee in an attempt to take market share from Amazon. The perks will include fast shipping on a lot of items - many…
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9.3.20 Why you should wait to buy an iPhone; States are having financial difficulties
Apple will be releasing 5G iPhones in the Fall. Don't buy an iPhone until those are released! Clark talks about the states that are having the most financial…
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9.2.20 Federal reserve won't worry about inflation; Companies forbid employees to talk about Covid diagnosis
The Federal reserve has signaled that it won't do much to reign in inflation right now. Clark discusses what that means for your money in the near future…
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9.1.20 Executive order confusion and stimulus package progress; More airlines drop change fees + flying cars
Clark talks about how the executive orders are rolling out. And will there be another stimulus package? It's likely. But it's hard to know when Congress will…