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Spending Psychology Episodes

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July 22, 2026

The Official Numbers Say Americans Are Struggling. But I See Prosperity Everywhere. What's Real?

Let’s dive into the crazy world of economics where the numbers say one thing, but the streets tell a different story. We’re chatting about that wild disconnect between the reports of Americans struggling financially and the packed restaurants and shiny new cars we see everywhere. The Official Numbers Say Americans Are Struggling. But I See Prosperity Everywhere. What's Real? Spoiler alert: both are true, just not the full picture. It’s all about that sneaky gap and how it can mess with your fina...
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June 5, 2026

Why Do I Still Feel the Urge to Spend Even When I’m Doing Well?

Are you crushing it financially but still feeling that itch to spend? Well, today we’re diving into that very conundrum. I chatted with a listener in their 30s who's totally debt-free and raking in the dough, yet they can’t shake off the urge to splurge. So is this a budget fail or is money trying to whisper something deeper? Why Do I Still Feel the Urge to Spend Even When I’m Doing Well? We’re breaking it all down, exploring how to balance that spending urge without throwing all your hard-earne...