Smart Money Happy Hour with Rachel Cruze and George Kamel
Pull up a chair to the happy hour you wish your friends were having. Mix two money experts with some hot takes and a splash of nostalgia, and you get Rachel Cruze and George Kamel talking unfiltered about what’s going on in the world, pop culture, and how to afford a life you love.
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April 24, 2025 • 45 mins
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If you’re willing to go into debt for limited-edition Mickey Mouse ears 🐭 . . . it’s time to stop the madness. In this episode, Rachel and George reveal Disney adults’ top hacks so you can enjoy the most magical place on Earth without breaking the bank.
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April 17, 2025 • 36 mins
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Today’s special guests may not be old enough to drive a car, but they’ve got some serious money chops. In this episode, test your knowledge as Rachel and George quiz each other (and the Cruze kids!) on personal finance.
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April 10, 2025 • 36 mins
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If buying a house feels impossible, you’re In this episode, Rachel and George tackle your biggest housing questions and reveal which home upgrades are at the top (and bottom) of their list.
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April 3, 2025 • 39 mins
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“Does George Kamel even know how much things actually cost?” In this episode, Rachel and George react to savage comments and defend their controversial money takes with facts even the haters can learn something from.
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March 27, 2025 • 36 mins
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If you’d happily drive an extra 10 minutes to save 10 cents a gallon on gas—no judgment! In this episode, Rachel and George confess to money habits that don’t always make sense. Plus, they share what it means for you if you can relate.
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March 20, 2025 • 44 mins
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Whether you’re a weekend DJ or assembling boxed furniture, extra money is extra money. In this episode, find out how to pick a good side hustle that makes the most of your time and talents.
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March 13, 2025 • 37 mins
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Is dragging yourself to the airport at 4 a.m. for a $90 round-trip flight worth it? In this episode, Rachel and George weigh in on travel budget hacks you can try to save big on your next trip.
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March 6, 2025 • 40 mins
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If you’re debt-free but holding onto that Disney credit card, you might be “Ramsey-ish.” In this episode, find out what that means for you and your finances.
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February 27, 2025 • 40 mins
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On a scale of cloth diapers to compost, how crunchy are you? In this episode, get Rachel and George’s take on popular “clean” products. Plus, find the best crunchy money-saving hacks out there.
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February 20, 2025 • 41 mins
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Nothing screams emergency fund like a full-scale raccoon home infestation. In this episode, Rachel and George share the weirdest things listeners spent their emergency fund on and the lessons we can learn from these scary stories.
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February 13, 2025 • 53 mins
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Today we’ve got two very special guests in the studio . . . Winston Cruze and Whitney Kamel! In this episode, Rachel, George and their spouses spill the tea on married life, money, and how the two mix.
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February 6, 2025 • 37 mins
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Do you ever feel like the “poor friend” of the group struggling to keep up? In this episode, Rachel and George talk about money’s impact on different relationships so you can avoid relational drama.
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January 30, 2025 • 53 mins
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Today we’re giving the people what they want: the man himself, Dave Ramsey. In this special episode, Dave plays 20 Questions with inquiries you submitted about his life, wealth and the things he won’t waste a dime on.
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January 23, 2025 • 37 mins
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Remember signing up for that “free” trial of Apple TV+ . . . and four years later, you’re still paying $9.99 a month for it? In this episode, Rachel and George reveal sneaky marketing tactics like this to help you avoid wasting money.
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January 16, 2025 • 41 mins
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If you love awkward silences, just try asking your blind date how much money he makes. In this episode, Rachel and George share hot takes on common taboo money topics, plus how you can avoid cringey situations.
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January 9, 2025 • 36 mins
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We all know that person who wears flashy designer logos like they’re personally endorsed by Michael Kors. In this episode, Rachel and George react to ways people pretend to be upper class and discuss how to be smart with your money instead.
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January 2, 2025 • 37 mins
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If you want to have a “new year, new you,” you have to do new things. In the first episode of the new year, Rachel and George share bad money habits you’ll want to ditch in 2025.
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December 26, 2024 • 42 mins
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It’s almost time to put out the flame on 2024, and we’re feeling reflective. In this episode, Rachel and George look back on the best (and worst 😅) Smart Money Happy Hour moments of the year, including money lessons you won’t want to forget in 2025.
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December 19, 2024 • 41 mins
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It’s easy to get caught up in holiday commercialism during the holidays—just ask the Grinch. In this festive episode, Rachel and George find money lessons in nostalgic Christmas movies that you can apply all year long.
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December 12, 2024 • 43 mins
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When it’s 11:30pm and a snack is calling your name, do you go for McDonald’s French fries or a cheesy gordita crunch? In this episode, Rachel and George debate favorite fast-food and fast casual chains, plus you’ll learn which might be best for your budget.
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