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257. "We really want a house - but have $0 in savings"

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0000

Molly and Jason are 45 and 46, living together with a 2-year-old daughter. They earn $142,000 a year combined. They have $0 in savings, $46,000 in debt, and a net worth of just $4,842. They dream of buying a house, investing in real estate, and retiring early. But when Ramit opens their Conscious Spending Plan, the picture is stark. Fixed costs at 77%. No savings rate. $25,000 in credit card debt in Molly's name that Jason can't fully account for. And a financial system built entirely on Venmo transfers, separate accounts, and crossed fingers.

What Ramit finds underneath the numbers is a relationship where one person is managing everything alone, and the other has quietly checked out. Molly researches, opens accounts, tracks the bills, and covers the overdrafts. Jason works, pays rent, and sends Venmo transfers when asked. Neither of them planned financially before having a baby. Neither of them has seen what a real financial partnership looks like.

But something shifts. When Ramit shows them that working together they could reach $1.75 million by retirement, something clicks. They stop explaining why things are the way they are and start talking about what they are going to do.

In this episode we uncover:

Why two people earning $142,000 a year can have $0 in savings and $46,000 in debt
The Venmo money transfer system that has kept them financially disconnected for years
What it looks like when one partner manages everything alone while the other disengages
How $4,000 in annual subscriptions disappears when nobody is looking at the full picture
Why dreaming about real estate investing is the wrong move when your own finances are on fire
The moment Jason admits he feels resentful and apathetic about money
The plan to sell the truck, wipe the credit card debt, and combine finances for the first time
What Ramit means when he says the biggest savings anyone can make is on housing costs
The follow-up update from Molly and Jason

Chapters:

(00:00:00) "We wanna be rich. We have $0 in savings"

(00:03:01) Meet Molly and Jason

(00:10:00) How often do you talk about money?

(00:14:00) Jason completely disengaged

(00:19:00) No decisions are ever made

(00:30:00) Dreamers who won't save $250 a month

(00:34:11) Opening the Conscious Spending Plan

(00:40:15) Fixed costs at 77%

(00:46:50) Separate accounts, Venmo transfers, no shared vision

(00:59:20) "Resentful. And apathetic."

(01:03:00) Money psychology and upbringings

(01:17:46) "You're gonna sell a truck and pay off debt"

(01:41:13) Follow-ups

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256. "We moved abroad for fun. Now we can’t afford to leave"

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0000

Liza and Bradford earn $120,000 a year as expats in Colombia, South America. They have three kids, $273,000 in net worth, and by the standards of expat life, they live well. But they have $1,500 in savings, no savings rate, and a line of credit they treat like a rainy day fund. And for five years, Liza has been pushing to move back to Canada almost every single day.

When Ramit opens their Conscious Spending Plan, the income isn't the issue. Investments are protected at all costs. Savings are non-existent. And the same debt cycle they've been running for years keeps getting treated like a victory every time they pay it off. If nothing changes, moving back to Canada, the thing Liza wants most, will never actually be an option. They can't afford the flights, the furniture, or the fresh start.

But this episode goes deeper than the numbers. What Ramit finds is a dynamic that has been quietly running their marriage for years. Bradford takes on every financial burden alone, and every time he does, Liza is left feeling like she has no purpose and no reason to contribute. After years of this, both of them are stuck in roles that aren't working.

In this episode we uncover:

• The expat "money hack" that turned into a trap, and why Liza hasn't been able to find traction in Colombia

• Why doubling Liza's income in Canada wouldn't actually improve their financial position

• The taxi fleet that lost between $60,000 and $100,000, and the pattern it revealed

• How Bradford's "I'll handle it" efficiency has been disempowering his wife for years

• Why Liza ties her self-worth to what companies are willing to pay her

• The debt cycle they've been treating as a win, and why Ramit sees it differently

• What a shared financial vision actually looks like for this couple

• The follow-up update from Liza and Bradford

Chapters: (00:00) Cold open: Can we afford to leave? (01:08) Episode intro + financial breakdown (02:31) Meet Liza and Bradford (05:07) The “money hack” that became a trap (09:30) Five years of the same argument (25:00) The debt cycle begins (32:30) Opening the Conscious Spending Plan (38:00) How much can Liza actually earn? (41:39) The line of credit problem (45:52) Breaking down their system (01:30:00) The pattern hurting both of them (01:33:30) What do you each need? (01:47:00) Follow-up

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255. "I’m 40 and work 2 jobs. How are we still broke?"

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0000

Ramit Sethi of I Will Teach You To Be Rich talks to Gabriella, 36, and Chris, 40, a married couple from Pennsylvania with four kids, zero savings, and $32,000 in credit card debt. They both work multiple jobs. Chris travels all week and picks up extra shifts on weekends. Gabriella juggles three income streams while running the household alone. And yet their fixed costs sit at 109% of their income and the debt keeps growing.

What Ramit uncovers goes much deeper than the numbers. For years, Gabriella has been managing everything alone, building budgets Chris never looks at, covering purchases she never agreed to, and quietly losing hope. Chris has been avoiding the conversation entirely. And buried underneath it all is something neither of them mentioned in their application: they've been here before. They filed for bankruptcy. And now, with four kids in tow, they're on the exact same path.

In this episode we uncover:

Why two incomes and two extra jobs still aren’t enough when your fixed costs are 109%
The treadmill purchase that broke Gabriella's trust
What Ramit means by "95% of your money relationship is in the shadows"
The bankruptcy reveal that changes everything
Why Chris can't give a straight answer and what it's costing the marriage
The moment Gabriella admits she stopped doing everything just to see what would happen
How Gabriella's new $70K job changes the numbers overnight
The Florida plan and why Ramit says it won't fix anything
What it looks like when a couple finally starts working as a team

Chapters:

(00:00:00) "I've never not worried about money in our marriage"

(00:07:10) Do you have trust issues around money?

(00:15:18) "What if you just stopped doing it all?"

(00:17:32) "95% of our relationship with money is in the shadows"

(00:22:17) Ramit reads the separation ultimatum from her application

(00:34:00) The power dynamic: who earns more, who leads?

(00:46:05) "So you all are broke"

(00:52:27) The bankruptcy reveal

(01:00:36) The Florida plan and why it won't fix anything

(01:03:31) Gabriella's new income changes everything

(01:05:57) "I'm too tired of being alone"

(01:58:09) Follow-ups

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254. My $0 to $100k Playbook (full beginners guide)

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0000

Most people never find out when they'll have $100,000. Not because it's impossible, but because they never actually run the numbers.

In this bonus episode, Ramit walks through the full picture: the compound interest math that most people ignore, the six-step system he recommends for getting to $100K, and the calculator that shows you the exact date it's going to happen for you. He also covers the four mistakes he sees people make over and over, including one that affects people who are otherwise doing everything right.

No couple on the couch. No Conscious Spending Plan breakdown. Just the map.

Why a higher salary alone won't fix your relationship with money
The compound interest curve and the moment in year 19 where everything changes
The calculator that gives you your personal $100K date
The CEO system: What it means to cut, earn, and optimize, and how to do it without obsessing over every dollar
Why automation beats trying every single time
The six steps to $100K and why you can't skip ahead
The 1% December rule, one small change per year that compounds into hundreds of thousands
Four traps that quietly derail people: get rich quick thinking, toxic frugality, "I missed my chance," and the optimization spiral
Q&A: debt vs investing, handling irregular income, moving a Roth IRA out of Primerica, and how FIRE actually works

⏩ CHAPTERS (00:00:00) Introduction: your money map to $100K (00:01:24) The big delusion: "If I just earned more, I'd be rich" (00:06:04) What $100K actually means and why it matters (00:07:13) The compound interest math most people never look at (00:15:12) Finding your exact date: the $100K calculator live (00:19:57) The six steps and why sequence matters

(00:20:22) Step 1: Kill high-interest debt (00:22:28) Step 2: The CEO system: cut, earn, and optimize (00:29:50) Step 3: Build your financial moat (00:33:13) Step 4: Where real wealth is actually created

(00:34:25) Step 5: Build the right environment (00:38:34) Step 6: Play offense and delete your budgeting app (00:41:22) Four traps that quietly destroy your momentum (00:45:29) Q&A: debt vs investing, irregular income, Roth IRA transfers, and FIRE

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253. "I’m 53, exhausted, and still living paycheck to paycheck"

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0000

Ramit Sethi of I Will Teach You To Be Rich talks to Tania and Mike who are in their 50s, married 21 years, and earning over $225,000 a year. By most measures, they should be fine. But they’ve been trapped in the same debt cycle for two decades. Cashing out 401(k)s, borrowing from family, and digging themselves out only to fall right back in. Again and again.

When Ramit opens their Conscious Spending Plan, the numbers are genuinely shocking. Fixed costs at 155%. Savings at 0%. Guilt-free spending at -73%. They are spending more than they make every single month and they have barely one month of savings to show for it. But the money isn’t even the most revealing part of this episode. Ramit works through the psychology behind the cycle, the “dreamer” pattern that keeps pulling them back in, and what it’s actually going to take for them to change together.

In this episode we uncover:

A $228K income with 155% fixed costs… How does that even happen?
The parent-child dynamic Ramit identifies and why both of them are miserable because of it
Mike’s $23,000 tractor purchase and the pattern behind it
Why Tania has been a “money transcriptionist” instead of a money manager
The “dreamer” trap: Believing the next thing will finally fix everything
How Mike’s upbringing shaped his complete shutdown around money
What real money conversations between couples actually look like
The follow-up update from Tania and Mike

Chapters: (00:00:00) Introduction

(00:07:04) Looking at the numbers: $228K income, 155% fixed costs

(00:11:41) "I've never talked about feelings, we've been married 21 years"

(00:30:35) The tractor: how every big purchase actually happens

(00:43:26) Cashing out retirement AGAIN!

(00:47:14) The dreamer pattern: why the next thing never fixes anything

(00:53:46) Michael's moment: "I don't know how to talk about money. It scares me."

(01:07:56) Ramit walks through their house: where did all the money go?(01:16:07) The alter ego exercise: imagining a different life

(01:31:27) Tanya's moment: "I'm the hero. I always say yes."

(01:34:05) Ramit draws the caricature

(02:01:48) Follow-ups

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252. "I’m 35, in debt, and spend everything I make"

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0000

Ramit Sethi of I Will Teach You To Be Rich talks to Lina, 35, and Mike, 28, a married couple living in South Florida with their 8-month-old son. Despite earning almost $200,000 annually, they've been entangled in debt since their wedding three years ago. They consistently make plans to conquer their financial woes but never follow through. Their debt has soared to over $750,000, and their fixed costs devour 98% of their take-home pay, leaving them with zero savings.

Lina attributes their financial struggles to unexpected events, like her pregnancy, which led to her cutting back on work and an increased focus on comfort and convenience, regardless of the cost. Mike, an accountant, has largely deferred to Lina, resulting in a fractured approach to their shared finances. They both use "comfort" as a justification for their spending, avoiding "sacrifice," yet this mindset is driving them toward a financial cliff. Can Ramit help them confront their real numbers, bridge their communication gap, and finally unite as a financial team to build a rich life?

In this episode we uncover:

• Why Lina's comfort-first approach to spending is unsustainable

• Mike’s "happy wife, happy life" approach to finances

• The shocking reality of their $750,000 debt despite a high income

• How Mike's "accountant" background has not helped their personal finances

• The startling hidden costs of their lifestyle choices

• Lina's upbringing with generational wealth and its impact on her money mindset

• Mike's immigrant experience and its influence on his spending habits

• The unspoken divide in their financial expectations and responsibilities

• Ramit's direct challenge to their "comfort over sacrifice" mentality

• A dramatic suggestion to overhaul their financial situation

• Their raw and vulnerable discussion about making tough decisions

• The moment Mike and Lina finally confront their financial reality

Chapters: (00:00:00) Introduction

(00:04:01) "We make plans and we never follow through"

(00:09:00) Understanding their "comfort vs. sacrifice" mentality

(00:18:40) Mike's "happy wife, happy life" approach

(00:34:50) Unpacking their debt

(00:40:11) "If we're a plane, we're about to crash"

(00:46:00) Lina's privileged upbringing & generational wealth

(01:00:21) Mike's immigrant story and mom's sacrifices

(01:26:02) Confronting their high fixed costs and potential solutions

(01:17:01) Mike and Lina's dramatic confrontation about spending habits

(01:21:00) The power of a shared vision for their future

(01:32:14) Follow-ups

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251. "We own a $1M house but can’t pay for groceries"

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0000

Ramit Sethi of I Will Teach You To Be Rich talks to John and Victoria in a follow-up episode. This couple, in their thirties with three children and a home in suburban New York, is facing severe financial challenges with 97% fixed costs and over $100K in non-mortgage debt.

In their last session, Ramit highlighted the urgency of their situation, presenting them with two stark choices: sell their house and clear debt, or double down on income and aggressive cuts. They chose to keep their house, which required Victoria to return to work, both of them to significantly increase their earnings, and drastically cut spending. Ramit challenged them to implement these changes within two months. This episode reveals how John and Victoria fared in those crucial eight weeks. Did they truly embrace change, or did old habits resurface?

In this episode we uncover:

• Their initial feelings after the first money coaching session

• The surprising reason for Victoria's job loss

• How they managed to cut $500 from their grocery bill

• Why John thinks dry cleaning is a necessity

• Ramit's radical advice on debt repayment versus savings

• The true meaning of "rich life" for John and Victoria

• How their childhood money beliefs impact their present

• The hidden challenge of Victoria's student loans

• Their struggle with an external vs. internal locus of control

• The danger of a financial plan that requires 100% perfection

Chapters:

(00:00:00) The desperation that led to an application to Ramit

(00:03:00) How a hotel bill leads to a missed mortgage payment

(00:05:25) The once-a-year money conversation

(00:10:47) The devastating results of Victoria’s annual money spreadsheet

(00:19:18) Justifying thousands in Amazon purchases with high debt

(00:28:15) Understanding their $600K net worth and zero liquidity

(00:35:10) The crushing reality of 97% fixed costs

(01:10:46) Victoria’s inherited money trauma fuels her avoidance

(01:19:40) The importance of taking decisive action

(01:21:05) The couple’s future plans

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250. "We spend 97% of what we make—and can’t stop"

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0000

Ramit Sethi of I Will Teach You To Be Rich talks to John and Victoria, a couple in their thirties with three children who own a home they adore in the suburbs of New York. Despite a beautiful house and growing family, their financial reality is grim.

They are facing a structural financial problem, with 97% of their take-home pay consumed by fixed costs and less than a week's worth of savings. Ramit helps them confront the deep-seated issues that are keeping them in a constant state of financial precarity, from their avoidance of tough money conversations to inherited money scripts from childhood.

Can John and Victoria break free from their cycle of justification and short-term thinking to secure their family's future, or will their dream home remain their biggest financial burden?

In this episode we uncover:

• How 97% fixed costs lead to a desperate financial situation

• The role of a vacation in triggering their mortgage payment crisis

• Their alarming "once a year" approach to discussing money

• The mental gymnastics behind their Amazon purchases

• A revealing peek at their "money wishlist" revealing crazy renovation plans

• The shocking truth about their combined total net worth

• The impact of a significant annual financial gift on their spending habits

• Victoria's avoidance of medical bills and connection to her mother's money habits

• Ramit's candid warning about their path to losing their home

• The critical choice they face: the house or their financial stability

Chapters:

(00:00:00) Introduction

(00:02:37) The Mortgage Crisis and Vacation Spending

(00:07:45) Their "Once a Year" Money Talks

(00:16:14) The Amazon Justification and Money Wishlist

(00:25:10) A High Net Worth, Zero Liquidity

(00:30:15) The Emotional Cost of Financial Struggle

(00:41:50) The True Cost of Their Grocery Spending

(00:48:10) Understanding Their Credit Card Debt

(01:09:31) Ramit's Dire Warning: The Threat to Their Home

(01:13:07) A Fork in the Road: House vs. Financial Stability

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249. "We have $2M. Why can’t we enjoy life now?"

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000

Ramit Sethi of I Will Teach You To Be Rich talks to Chris and Heather, a couple aged 41 and 39 respectively, who, despite earning over $450,000 annually and boasting a $2.18 million net worth, feel like they're living paycheck to paycheck.

Heather, an accomplished healthcare professional, worries that despite their income, they aren't organizing their finances effectively, leading to a feeling of scarcity. Chris, who works for the State of California, focuses on long-term retirement planning but avoids making crucial decisions, leading to "analysis paralysis." Their differing views on spending - Heather’s desire for "rich life now" versus Chris's cautious, debt-averse approach, create underlying tension.

Ramit challenges their underlying money psychology, uncovering how childhood experiences influence their current financial anxieties.

In this episode we uncover:

• Their contrasting interpretations of their "paycheck-to-paycheck" life

• Heather's aversion to finance, despite an impressive debt payoff history

• Why Chris is hesitant to talk about money

• The car purchase that highlighted their financial differences

• Why Heather feels conflicted about her luxury spending

• Chris's childhood with parents who constantly claimed to be "poor"

• Why Chris hates taxes as much as he hates debt

• Vacation Chris vs. Everyday Chris's spending habits

• The real cost of their financial indecision

Chapters:

(00:00:00) My income feels like "paycheck to paycheck"

(00:04:10) Their differing applications reveal fundamental money beliefs

(00:07:22) An argument over income reveals deeper trust issues

(00:13:25) "We have enough money, but still feel like we live paycheck to paycheck"

(00:19:45) Why people systematically discount money psychology

(00:23:28) Their first major money disagreement: financing a car

(00:44:48) Their struggle to define "enough" for retirement

(00:54:10) Why their "too many unknowns" approach is holding them back

(01:05:51) The surprising "Vacation Chris" versus everyday Chris

(01:11:11) Heather: “I feel conflicted” about luxury spending

(01:24:09) Ramit’s frustration with the couple

(01:38:35) Progress updates

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248. "Her spending scares me. Should we get married?"

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000

Ramit Sethi of I Will Teach You To Be Rich talks to Cre and April, a couple of five years, aged 46 and 48. Cre lives a debt-averse life and has been methodically building her wealth.

April, on the other hand, earns more than twice Cre's income but struggles with significant debt and zero savings. They are at a crossroads, contemplating moving in together, but their conflicting approaches to money present a major hurdle.

Cre fears that April’s spending habits will lead to constant arguments and financial strain, especially with the prospect of marriage and inheriting April's substantial debt. April, however, doesn't see her spending as a problem, insisting she lives a good life and can always work more to cover expenses.

Ramit helps them uncover the generational patterns influencing their financial behaviors and challenges them to reconsider their current dynamic.

In this episode we uncover:

• How Cre and April act as "granny and child" during money conversations

• Why April feels micromanaged and hides purchases

• The emotional pressure April uses to get what she wants

• The significant disparity in their net worth despite April's higher income

• Why April initially doesn't see a problem with her spending habits

• The uncomfortable truth about April treating money like she's still poor

• How April's family history of money management influences her

• The shocking revelation about generational money patterns

• Why April's daughter is following a similar financial dynamic

• Ramit's direct challenge to April's “innocent doe” persona

• Cre's struggle to set clear financial boundaries

• How April reacts to Cre's direct financial expectations

• Ramit's step-by-step plan for April to tackle debt and build savings

Chapters:

(00:00:00) Introduction

(00:04:14) April's persistent questions about Cree's spending

(00:07:49) The "granny and child" roles in their money talks

(00:12:47) Why April fears marrying into debt

(00:13:46) The core of their financial disagreement

(00:23:05) A stark comparison of their financial numbers

(00:26:08) April's disconnect from her serious financial situation

(00:36:00) Cree’s secret side income and resourcefulness

(00:40:00) April’s luxury basement renovation with zero savings

(00:44:40) Unpacking April's extensive debt and spending habits

(00:48:28) Generational money patterns in April's family

(01:05:32) Cree's struggle to set clear financial boundaries

(01:10:09) The pitfalls of "walking on eggshells" in a relationship

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247. "We’re in our 40s — with nothing saved"

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000

Ramit Sethi of I Will Teach You To Be Rich talks to Stephanie and Chris, an early-40s couple with three young children, two of whom have special needs. Chris is a professor, and Stephanie, an RN, has recently cut back her hours due to burnout.

Despite Chris’s confidence that “it’ll all work out,” their current financial situation is dire: 92% fixed costs, $544K in debt, and virtually no savings. Stephanie handles the books but feels dismissed when she raises concerns, while Chris struggles to listen and often interrupts.

Ramit helps them uncover hidden money scripts, gender dynamics, and a profound lack of communication that has kept them stuck in an "avalanche of inaction" for years. Can they finally align on a concrete plan and connect meaningfully about money?

In this episode we uncover:

• The stark reality of 92% fixed costs and zero investments

• How Chris’s “it’ll all work out” dismisses Stephanie’s worries

• How their money conversations always end in gridlock

• Why a wobbly kitchen sink reveals their deeper financial issues

• The surprising cost of their kids’ swim lessons

• How their combined salary still leaves them broke

• The emotional toll of their financial situation on Stephanie

• Chris's self-awareness about his "ignorant reassurer" role

• How their money "inaction" has cost them hundreds of thousands

• Why Stephanie feels unheard and Chris struggles to listen

• The plan to drastically cut fixed costs and tackle debt

• Why it’s time to stop making excuses and start taking action

Chapters:

(00:00:00) Introduction

(00:04:47) Their repetitive money conversation

(00:08:24) Chris's "natural reaction is to shut down"

(00:10:40) "He's a buzzkill"

(00:16:35) Breaking down their assets, debt, and net worth

(00:22:04) Stephanie's emotional confession

(00:24:00) Chris's desire to comfort without listening

(00:48:47) The cost of their inaction on investments

(00:56:56) How Chris can better support Stephanie

(01:11:00) What true financial partnership looks like

(01:12:00) Transforming their conscious spending plan

(01:21:00) A path to a 60% fixed cost future

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246. "We’re drowning in debt, but bought another house"

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000

Ramit Sethi of I Will Teach You To Be Rich talks to Melissa and Tony, a couple who immigrated from Mexico with big dreams and an even bigger work ethic. In less than a decade, they've built a net worth of nearly $900,000. But beneath the surface of their impressive paper wealth, they’re carrying almost $1 million in debt and are completely misaligned on their financial goals. With their second child due any day, Ramit helps them uncover the root of their money woes, from differing money styles to the profound impact of their upbringing. Can they finally get on the same page, create a financial system that works, and build a sustainable rich life?

In this episode we uncover:

• How Melissa and Tony built a nearly $900K net worth in 8 years

• The "rollercoaster" of their financial decision-making

• Why their credit card debt is actually due to real estate

• Tony’s “paycheck to paycheck” feeling with a $189k household income

• Melissa’s childhood money lessons from her dad, Mr. No

• How they navigate financial planning with a baby due this month

• Why they avoid combining their high incomes

• The cultural influences shaping their financial narratives

• What happens when Tony is “comfortable” and avoids change

• The deeper reasons behind their ongoing money disagreements

• Ramit’s advice on how to communicate about money effectively

• A surprising agreement that might change their future

Chapters:

(00:00:00) Introduction

(00:02:28) Their chaotic financial situation

(00:07:07) Melissa and Tony’s real estate struggles

(00:13:07) Melissa's real estate ambitions vs. Tony’s pessimism

(00:20:58) The cycles of making and losing money

(00:26:59) The ineffective communication about debt

(00:33:57) The danger of making emotional money decisions

(00:37:35) Diving deep into their income and debt

(00:46:01) Their unspoken rules about money and spending

(00:51:56) The painful truth behind being "house poor"

(01:00:43) Impact of childhood money lessons on their current finances

(01:10:29) The parent-child dynamic in their financial relationship

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245. "We make 6 figures. Why am I hiding fast food purchases?"

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000

Ramit Sethi of I Will Teach You To Be Rich talks to Grace and James, a couple from Ireland, aged 38 and 37, who have been navigating immense challenges. James was diagnosed with cancer and underwent a year of treatment, while Grace managed a difficult pregnancy and maternity leave with their second child, an infant. Amidst the fear and grief, their household income took a significant hit, causing financial strain. Grace felt the burden of managing their finances, leading to guilt about James continuing to work during his illness. Despite these hardships, they’ve built a strong financial foundation with high savings and have managed to stay afloat. Ramit helps them explore their individual money psychologies, the impact of their upbringings, and how their shared experiences have shaped their financial outlook, revealing a story of resilience, unwavering teamwork, and an inspiring pursuit of a rich life.

In this episode we uncover:

• How Grace feels immense pressure to manage finances

• The emotional toll of James's cancer diagnosis

• Grace's hidden "mindless" spending under stress

• The Irish perspective on "mustn't grumble" about money

• James's childhood money messages and aversion to debt

• The surprising freedom found in small financial wins

• Grace's proactive approach to long-term financial planning

• The power of internal versus external locus of control

• How a shared money philosophy can emerge from conflict

• The importance of planning for the worst when at your best

• Their inspiring journey of overcoming adversity as a team

Chapters:

(00:00:00) Introduction

(00:05:13) Grace's guilt over James working during cancer

(00:12:32) Grace's "mindless purchases" and coping mechanisms

(00:15:55) The surprising reality of their financial stability

(00:30:03) Contrasting money philosophies: big spend vs. small treats

(00:33:45) Reviewing their Conscious Spending Plan and uncovering hidden wealth

(00:46:12) The impact of fluctuating income on their financial outlook

(00:55:00) Planning for the worst when they are at their best

(01:00:16) James's upbringing and the origins of his money anxiety

(01:11:10) Their "ice cream cone" fight and early money revelations

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244. "I'm in $244k debt but give $500/mo to my church"

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000

Ramit Sethi of I Will Teach You To Be Rich continues his discussion with Mike and Noel in part two of their financial deep dive. The couple, married for just 6 months, faces a daunting $244K in debt with zero savings, fueled by previous "guilt-free" spending and a shocking $170K windfall that disappeared. Despite their dire situation, major cuts to their fixed costs haven't happened yet. Ramit encourages Noel to reconsider her church tithing and find proactive ways to increase income, like driving for Uber. Can they shift their mindset from feeling deprived to purposeful sacrifice, anchor their spending to zero, and collaboratively create a sustainable financial future?

In this episode we uncover:

• Noel’s decision regarding her church tithing

• The power of incremental income, like Noel’s potential earnings from Uber

• Ramit’s "anchor to zero" framework for mindful spending

• How comparing current spending to past mistakes sabotages financial progress

• The importance of distinguishing between sacrifice and suffering

• Why making big changes with money is meant to be hard

• The potential for selling household items to boost savings and signal a "rebuilding phase"

• How a short-term financial plan can set them up for long-term success

• The opportunity to define their own timeline for debt repayment and savings

Chapters:

(00:00:00) Previously on money for couples

(00:02:09) How Noel's decided to approach tithing

(00:03:33) Why cutting subscriptions won't solve their problems

(00:03:49) Noel's plan to earn more money with Uber

(00:04:21) Ramit introduces the "anchor to zero" spending framework

(00:05:46) Mike and Noel reflect on the conversation

(00:07:11) Sacrifice vs. suffering: Reframing financial changes

(00:08:43) Why comparing to the past holds them back

(00:09:50) Noel's internal struggle with tithing

(00:10:34) Ramit presents a vision for their future

(00:11:15) The idea of selling household items to fund savings

(00:12:18) Ramit's proposal for their next steps and a follow-up

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243. "She inherited $171K…but it’s already gone."

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000

Ramit Sethi of I Will Teach You To Be Rich talks to Mike and Noel, a young couple who are both 34. They married just 6 months ago, but financial fights have become a daily occurrence, even after receiving a $170K windfall. Mike blames Noel for overspending, but admits they both struggle with money, while Noel views the windfall as "guilt-free" spending. With $244K in debt, zero savings, and 82% of their income going to fixed costs, Ramit helps them uncover the root of their money woes. Will they finally get on the same page, create a financial system that works, and learn to trust each other with money?

In this episode we uncover:

• How Mike’s money anxiety leads him to check his bank account 20 times a day

• The shocking truth about their $170K windfall

• Why Mike’s anxiety worsens when he makes more money

• The one money rule Mike and Noel both broke

• How Mike’s upbringing shaped his money habits

• Why Noel feels like she's "drowning" and has no control over their finances

• The spending categories that reveal their money psychology

• Why Mike's "money is mine" mentality is holding them back

• Noel’s struggle to “hand over her paycheck”

• The credit card debt that keeps piling up

• Ramit’s radical approach to cutting fixed costs

• The “Glade Plug-in” budget that explains everything

• Noel’s difficult decision about tithing and faith

• Why benchmarking against past mistakes is a recipe for disaster

• The truth about their approach to money

Chapters:

(00:00:00) “We just kinda like get whatever we want whenever we want it”

(00:07:02) “I was stressing more than ever before”

(00:14:04) The one money rule they both broke

(00:24:29) “You treat me like a child”

(00:32:39) Ramit identifies their “money leaks”

(00:39:34) “I don’t want to hand over my paycheck”

(00:47:30) “My goals are not being met”

(00:55:38) The “Glade Plug-in” budget

(01:00:03) “I do wanna have a Glade budget”

(01:06:50) How Mike’s upbringing shaped his money habits

(01:15:10) Ramit shares his radical advice

(01:21:10) Preview for part two

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242. "Our couples therapist couldn’t fix this. Please help."

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000

Ramit Sethi of I Will Teach You To Be Rich talks to Natalie and Chris, married with two young kids and a net worth of $1.3 million. Despite their significant assets, money remains a constant source of conflict, especially when unexpected expenses arise. Chris tends to "freak out," emotionally withdrawing and becoming zombie-like, leaving Natalie feeling alone. This pattern, which Chris describes as "catastrophizing," has intensified since their kids' expenses piled up.

Their therapist recommended they talk to Ramit, hoping to establish a financial game plan to prevent Chris's emotional collapses. Currently, 81% of their income goes to fixed costs, with 0% to savings, leading to a feeling of constant stress and no margin for error. Can Ramit help them create a financial system that provides peace of mind and allows Chris to process financial challenges with less distress?

In this episode we uncover:

• The unexpected source of Chris and Natalie’s referral to Ramit

• How large, unexpected expenses trigger Chris’s emotional “shutdown”

• Natalie’s experience of feeling isolated when Chris is financially stressed

• Why having a $1.3 million net worth doesn’t alleviate their financial anxiety

• The surprising reason for their elevated fixed costs and lack of savings

• The emotional impact of feeling like there’s “nothing left over” at the end of the month

• Chris’s pattern of “catastrophizing” and the fear of successive financial blows

• The core question their therapist hopes Ramit can answer

• How Chris’s upbringing influences his current financial anxieties

• The challenges of discussing money when past traumas intertwine with current stresses

Chapters:

(00:00:00) “Your therapist...recommended that you speak to me”

(00:10:55) “Natalie, what’s your role in money?”

(00:25:43) The unexpected (and huge) financial blindspot

(00:36:18) Ramit discovers a massive amount of hidden money

(00:45:01) “You are financially set up for life”

(00:54:02) How "Red Bull wingsuit" leads to a Rich Life

(01:19:20) Finding an extra $1,360/month

(01:44:23) Natalie and Chris’s follow-up: “He’s at ease now”

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241. “We invested our wedding money…in psychedelics”

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Two couples take the stage with a shared question—but very different financial realities: When is “enough” actually enough to move forward?

Finn and Luna built a successful pet-sitting business and now sit on hundreds of thousands of dollars—but with no clear plan for investing, homeownership, or the future. Meanwhile, Monica and Antonio earn a strong income, are completely debt-free, and yet feel paralyzed by fear as they juggle parenting, aging parents, and the possibility of purchasing a larger home.

In this live episode, Ramit digs into the tension between optimism and realism, abundance and anxiety. Together, they confront inherited money stories, decision paralysis, and what it really takes to turn income into confidence—so money stops being the thing that holds them back.

In this episode we uncover:

• Why having “hundreds of thousands of dollars” can still feel like total financial chaos without a system

• The emotional whiplash of going from paycheck-to-paycheck to sudden abundance

• How Finn and Luna’s optimism vs. realism split shows up in every conversation about housing, investing, and location

• Why crypto success without understanding risk creates false confidence

• The real reason Luna pulled money out of investments and parked it in cash

• How not knowing basic investing terms keeps progress stalled

• Finn’s fear that California homeownership is a ticking time bomb

• Monica and Antonio’s decision paralysis despite high income and zero debt

• How generational trauma, bankruptcies, and lost homes shaped Monica’s daily money anxiety

• Why Antonio believes earning more is the solution

• The financial and emotional toll of supporting aging parents while raising young children

• The hidden cost of being “responsible for everyone” and never prioritizing your own future

• The shift from reacting emotionally to money toward making deliberate, shared financial decisions

• What changes when money stops being mysterious

Chapters:

(00:00:00) “I’m a dreamer”—and he just wants a real plan

(00:25:32) What happens when the optimizer stops optimizing at home?

(00:33:01) “They gave up everything for us”

(00:46:33) “We make great money—but it doesn’t feel like enough”

(00:57:52) “I set the bar so high I can never win”

(01:04:37) Where are they now? Both couples’ follow-ups

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240. “We book $10K vacations, then panic about money”

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Cheryl (67) and Michael (69) have built rich, full lives: multiple careers, reinventions, and nearly 12 years of marriage. Yet when it comes to money, they feel stuck. They earn about $120,000 a year, have roughly $600,000 saved, and regularly book $10,000–$15,000 vacations focused on travel, family, and experiences. Then, almost immediately, panic sets in. With mostly separate finances, lingering trust issues from past decisions, and no clear retirement plan, they’re embarrassed to admit that they don’t actually know when (or if) they can retire. Cheryl wants clarity and confidence about the future, while Michael wrestles with fear, guilt, and uncertainty around spending and security. Can Ramit help them stop oscillating between YOLO travel and financial anxiety, and finally create a plan that lets them enjoy life without fear?

In this episode we uncover:

• Why Cheryl and Michael can easily book $10K–$15K vacations, then immediately panic

• How a “dream trip” exposes deeper confusion about what money they actually have access to

• How Michael losing $12,000 from an inheritance investment triggered feelings of betrayal

• Cheryl’s cancer survival and how living with mortality reshaped her urgency to travel, spend, and fully live now

• Michael’s discomfort with seeing money as “real” unless it’s physically accessible

• Why keeping finances mostly separate makes it nearly impossible to feel confident about retirement

• The emotional weight of being the higher earner

• How early family money stories still shape Michael’s decisions today

• Cheryl’s journey from Wall Street wealth to purpose-driven work

• Why spending in retirement feels scarier than earning ever did

• How “YOLO travel” and hyper-frugality coexist

• What their Conscious Spending Plan reveals about low fixed costs, high freedom, and misplaced fear

• Why having a financial advisor still didn’t give them clarity or peace of mind

Chapters:

(00:00:00) “I’m just doing this for Cheryl”

(00:23:13) Ramit breaks down their numbers

(00:45:23) “If we’re not on the same page, it’ll be an ugly retirement”

(01:08:29) “Am I worth it now—or am I still that kid asking permission?”

(01:10:01) “We never talked about money when we met”

(01:23:10) “If we retire now… will it feel like freedom—or fear?”

(01:36:38) Where are they now? Cheryl and Michael’s follow-ups

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Listener Favorite: "I'm almost 40 and still living paycheck to paycheck”

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 16:00:00 -0000

Today, we’re revisiting one of our favorite Money For Couples episodes of the year.

Update: Romy and Travis recently shared an update on YouTube about where they are now. You can watch it here.

Romy and Travis’s story struck a chord with listeners because it shows what really happens when a couple is earning good money…but operating with completely different expectations, habits, and fears around money.

This episode is a perfect example of how old patterns can quietly shape a relationship—and what it takes to break them. If you missed it the first time, or want a refresher, this is one of the most revealing conversations of the year.

In this episode:

• Why Travis believes he can always “go fishing” to make money

• How their childhoods shaped their attitudes toward money

• The emotional weight Romy carries as the only planner

• The story behind Romy’s secret UK savings

• Their unclear approach to buying property

• How disorganized thinking affects everything from taxes to tipping

• The risks of having no real emergency fund

• Why Travis’s role as the “reassurer” holds them back

• How Ramit helps them redefine generosity

• The first steps toward rebuilding trust

Chapters:

00:00 — “I tapped my card and it said insufficient funds”

09:23 — “I’m living the same financial life as my parents”

18:13 — Breaking down their numbers

38:14 — The weight of taking on the “man’s” role

52:48 — “I’ve been poor before—I’ll be poor again”

1:02:08 — Living on hope, not numbers

1:12:05 — “We’re doing this together”

1:28:56 — Where are they now? Romy & Travis

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239. "He quit his high paying job and didn’t tell me"

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Jamie (45) and Ryan (36) have been married for nearly a decade and share three kids, but their financial foundation was shaken when Ryan quit his high-paying finance job and cashed out his 401(k) without telling Jamie. Now earning far less, they’re still spending like nothing changed, running up credit card debt and ending each month wondering where the money went. Jamie, the higher earner, is anxious about retirement and trust after years of financial surprises, while Ryan avoids money conversations and struggles with insecurity. Layered on top are a 10-year age gap, deep past trauma, and very different visions of a Rich Life. Can Ramit help them rebuild trust, create a real plan, and finally start acting like partners instead of adversaries?

In this episode we uncover:

• The moment Jamie learned Ryan quit his high-paying job and cashed out his 401(k)

• How Ryan’s breaking point at work led to a “nuclear option” decision that shifted stress from the office straight into their marriage

Why earning nearly $300K still leaves them feeling broke

• The trust fallout from repeated unilateral decisions, including quitting jobs, cashing out retirement accounts, and impulsive purchases

• How Ryan’s spending on shoes, clothes, and even a classic car mirrors patterns he watched growing up

• Jamie’s role as the default financial manager

• The vacation-vs-things blame cycle that keeps them stuck spending instead of saving

• Why hiding money in a separate savings account felt like the only way Jamie could protect their future

• The uncomfortable truth behind their $13K emergency fund

• How calling their own spending “stupid” and “dumb” keeps them trapped in shame instead of change

• The emotional toll of living in constant financial vigilance while still spending freely on convenience and comfort

• How a failed $500 spending rule exposed their lack of shared systems

• The powerful influence of Midwestern money guilt, family secrecy, and conflicting childhood money messages

• Jamie’s past divorce and financial trauma

• The shift from adversaries to collaborators

Chapters:

(00:00:00) “We’ll just go our separate ways”

(00:18:56) Ramit breaks down their numbers

(00:40:49) “Smart people can make stupid choices”

(00:52:26) “Can we become a team again?”

(01:02:09) “Is this a Rich Life—or just a really long to-do list?”

(01:14:36) “You’ve turned dysfunction into permission”

(01:28:57) “I’m bitter that I have to pay it off”

(01:39:21) Where are they now? Jamie and Ryan’s follow-ups

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238. "We’re in credit card debt again. Will this ever stop?"

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Ado (33) and Gabby (32) are exhausted by a cycle they can’t seem to escape: getting into credit card debt, paying it off, and then ending up right back where they started. Now, with $44,000 in credit card balances, student loans on both sides, and an $1,800 monthly daycare bill, they feel one setback away from losing everything.

Ado’s avoidant, live-in-the-moment approach clashes with Gabby’s desire for structure and long-term security. Both come from financially chaotic childhoods, and those old patterns are replaying in their marriage. They dream of moving to Europe and building stability for their young daughter—but can they break the cycle that’s defined their entire relationship?

This episode asks: What will it take for them to finally stop the spiral and create a plan that lasts?

In this episode we uncover:

• Why Ado and Gabby keep finding themselves back in credit card debt

• How their “dance” of overspending, working extra, and then trying to catch up has cost them thousands

• The emotional toll on Gabby as she tries to break a cycle that feels unsustainable

• Why Ramit pushes them to examine their spending through the lens of their daughter watching and learning their habits

• Taking apart their monthly budget line by line

• The $170 date nights, lattes, Costco trips, and Target runs that add up

• Gabby’s realization that overspending isn’t just about Ado

• Ado’s upbringing as a Bosnian refugee, and how frugality, scarcity, and parental sacrifice shaped his desire to enjoy life

• How childhood experiences continue to shape Gabby’s budgeting, anxiety, and need for security today

• How both partners absorb social norms around spending and treat exhaustion as a justification for impulse purchases

• The truth about using their savings account as a checking account

• The staggering $3,075/month they spend on debt payments

• Their dream of moving to Europe being pushed back year after year

• The emotional rupture of realizing one missed paycheck could destabilize everything they’ve built

Chapters:

(00:00:00) “We never tell ourselves no”

(00:17:24) “It’s not just about paying off debt”

(00:33:21) Ramit breaks down their numbers

(00:48:21) “I feel like it gives me comfort”

(01:02:26) “Money was a weapon”

(01:12:53) “Denial lasts a week, vision lasts a lifetime”

(01:32:00) “Nobody making this much should have credit card debt”

(01:36:45) Where are they now? Ado and Gabby’s follow-ups

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237. “We bought our dream house. Then he lost his job.”

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Karen (45) and Chad (44) built their lives around a high income: buying their dream home in a high-cost city and raising three kids with confidence in the future. But when Chad lost his $340K tech job, everything changed. Three years later, he’s earning half as much, their emergency savings are gone, and they’re borrowing just to stay afloat. Karen lies awake fearing they’re one paycheck away from losing the house, while Chad stays optimistic that a future promotion or windfall will fix everything. Their conversations remain polite but distant, masking deep anxiety, resentment, and two completely different philosophies on money. Can Ramit help them confront reality, reconnect emotionally, and decide whether they can afford to keep the home they love?

In this episode we uncover:

• How Chad’s income dropped by 50% overnight

• The emotional toll of pretending “everything is fine” while secretly fearing they can’t make the mortgage

• Why even buying kids’ necessities fills Karen with guilt

• Why Chad defaults to thinking “maybe we’re just poor for a while”

• The dangerous gap between their public optimism and the reality Karen wrote in her application

• How Karen and Chad communicate like polite coworkers instead of partners

• The childhood roots that shaped their opposing money philosophies

• Why living with zero savings and three children is far more dangerous than Chad realizes

• The breakthrough: shifting from tracking numbers to actually making meaning from their spending and fears

Chapters:

(00:00:00) “We’re one paycheck away from disaster”

(00:17:12) “Here we go again”

(00:26:21) Ramit breaks down their numbers

(00:37:22) “I’m looking for solutions, not platitudes”

(00:49:47) “Why aren’t you more relaxed with less money?”

(01:01:11) “Is the house on fire?”

(01:19:32) Where are they now? Karen and Chad’s follow-ups

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236. “She spent $5K behind my back. How can I trust her?”

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Alex (34) and Jackie (33) have been married for 11 years, raising four young kids while navigating a financial dynamic that’s been strained for nearly as long. Alex is meticulous and cautious — he’s tracked every expense since 2016 — while Jackie follows her instincts and believes God will provide. But when she secretly enrolled in a $5,000 coaching program and later pushed for a $16,000 photography course, Alex’s trust shattered. Now he feels like he’s carrying the entire financial load, while Jackie feels discouraged and untrusted. Their arguments spill into daily life, even in front of their kids. Can Ramit help them rebuild trust, confront their conflicting money beliefs, and finally create a system that brings peace instead of panic?

In this episode we uncover:

• Why Alex has tracked every dollar since 2016—and how control became his default coping strategy

• Jackie’s belief that “money will come” and the role faith plays in her financial decisions

• How a secret $5,000 coaching purchase shattered Alex’s sense of safety

• The emotional toll of raising four young kids while constantly feeling financially behind

• How Jackie’s childhood of scarcity and inconsistent money messages shaped her impulse-driven spending

• How Alex’s upbringing around saving, stability, and tithing taught him to equate control with security

• Why relying on miracles and unexpected windfalls creates a fragile financial foundation

• Jackie’s desire to feel heard, supported, and validated—instead of managed

• Why Alex feels lonely and burdened in the role of financial gatekeeper

• How a shared money system can shift them from crisis-mode to long-term partnership

• The first steps they take toward rebuilding trust, financial clarity, and a plan they can both commit to

Chapters:

(00:00:00) “Do you trust each other?”

(00:17:40) “We had $300 and no plan”

(00:29:15) Ramit breaks down their numbers

(00:37:15) “If we just made more, everything would change”

(00:50:52) “I wasn’t taught to dream — just to survive”

(00:58:53) “Hope isn’t a financial strategy”

(01:07:33) “I want the positive behavior without the crisis”

(01:16:36) “The house is on fire”

(01:29:07) “That changes everything”

(01:36:56) Where are they now? Alex and Jackie’s follow-ups

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235. "Can we pay off this debt faster?" (Part 2)

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Imani (52) and Michael (65) return for Part 2—and this time, Ramit pushes them to find out how fast they can turn things around.

After years of miscommunication, mounting debt, and emotional exhaustion, they’ve finally started tackling their finances together. But when Facet’s retirement scenarios reveal how long their money will really last, they’re forced to confront new tradeoffs: spend less now, retire later, or change their lifestyle entirely. Can Michael step up and lead? Can Imani release control and start dreaming again? Or will their old habits slow their progress before it even begins?

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In this episode we uncover:

• Why Michael finally decides to take ownership after decades of financial avoidance

• The moment Imani says she’s “tapping out” if things don’t change

• How they discover Michael’s electronics obsession is more than clutter—it’s avoidance

• The shocking realization that their debt payments eat up one-third of their take-home pay

• How selling off $7,000 of electronics became the turning point for their marriage

• What it felt like for Imani to finally let go of control and let Michael lead

• Why teamwork and a clear plan helped them pay off $6,000 in just four weeks

• How both partners confront what “enough” really means

• The couple’s new shared dream: retiring abroad and living a simpler, freer life

Chapters:

(00:00:03) “I’m angry at Michael, I’m angry at myself”

(00:18:03) “I’ve lost the ability to dream”

(00:34:45) “It’s gotta work”

(00:40:17) “I got the fever to start selling stuff”

(00:51:47) “I could see the cloud starting to separate”

(01:06:29) “I feel excited, inspired, energized”

(01:22:39) Where are they now? Imani and Michael’s follow-ups

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234. "We have $100k+ in debt. Will we ever enjoy life?" (Part 1)

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Imani (52) and Michael (65) have been married for 24 years—and they’re drowning in nearly $126,000 of consumer debt despite earning over $250,000 a year.

Imani, a disciplined attorney who tracks every dollar, feels trapped by Michael’s unchecked spending on electronics and his laid-back approach to money. She dreams of travel, freedom, and a life that finally feels generous, while he insists everything’s fine as long as the bills get paid.

With resentment growing and Imani nearing her breaking point, Ramit challenges them to face the truth: Can they pay off their debt, rebuild trust, and start enjoying life again—or are they too stuck in old patterns to change?

In this episode we uncover:

• Why Imani regrets combining finances after 20 years of marriage

• How Michael’s promise to “put the money back” reveals a lifetime of avoidance

• The stark contrast between Michael’s military discipline and total lack of structure at home

• What happens when one partner outgrows the other in ambition, discipline, and self-development

• Why Imani admits she’s embarrassed to be in massive debt at her age

• Michael’s habit of buying cars and electronics to celebrate milestones

• How their $268,000 income still leaves them feeling broke, anxious, and behind

• Why Imani clings to control and spreadsheets while Michael tunes out completely

• How both partners confront the question: Can they rebuild trust and create structure before it’s too late?

Chapters:

(00:00:00) “Did you go to Best Buy again?”

(00:17:34) “I don’t think I’ve ever planned anything in my life”

(00:24:43) “Every time we had a kid, he bought a car”

(00:36:48) Ramit breaks down their numbers

(00:44:33) “We make way too much to be this stressed about money”

(00:56:21) “I don’t want to do life by myself”

(01:10:51) Can a couple this far apart still find common ground?

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233. “I save while she spends on vacations. Is this fair?”

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Samantha (36) and Kevin (41) have been together for seven years, but their financial lives couldn’t look more different. He’s a high earner with $800,000 in investments and a paid-down mortgage. She’s still carrying student loans, car payments, and lingering shame about being “behind.” While Kevin saves methodically for the future, Samantha prefers to spend on experiences—especially travel—leaving him questioning whether their financial priorities will ever align. Beneath the surface, neither of them has truly learned how to talk about money without shutting down. Can Ramit help them move from avoidance and resentment to shared goals and real plans for the future?

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In this episode we uncover:

• Why Samantha believes she’ll never be “financially good enough” for Kevin

• How their shared avoidant tendencies have allowed them to avoid financial planning for years

• How their unspoken expectations around “fairness” create tension

• Samantha’s logic for not paying rent or mortgage

• How Kevin’s quiet resentment built up after Samantha didn’t use the housing savings to pay down debt

• The real cost of their “guilt-free” spending, including $15,000/year on vacations

• Why Samantha still feels broke, despite earning $148,000 a year

• Samantha’s fears about not meeting Kevin’s expectations in retirement

• The stark contrast between their savings: Samantha has one month of expenses, Kevin has six

• How Samantha inherited a “spend it if you have it” mindset from her parents

• Kevin’s fear of loss from divorce and why he avoids fully committing financially

• The role of therapy in helping them rebuild communication and trust

Chapters:

(00:00:00) “I’ll never be financially good enough for Kevin”

(00:13:39) “I feel like I have no say because he owns the house”

(00:27:08) Ramit breaks down their numbers

(00:37:44) “I still feel like I’m only making $50,000”

(00:43:59) “Money burned a hole in my pocket”

(01:03:09) “That’s the bed I made and I will lie in it”

(01:08:25) “Closing doors is hard…but staying stuck is harder”

(01:15:59) “It’s not about catching up — it’s about building together”

(01:37:50) Where are they now? Samantha and Kevin’s follow-ups

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232. “My husband gives me an allowance. I feel like a child.”

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Edward (38) and Ellen (30) live in Hawaii with their young daughter and a new baby on the way. With a net worth of over $2 million, their finances look strong on paper, but behind the scenes, their marriage is strained by control, fear, and trust issues around money.

Edward manages every dollar, while Ellen has to ask for “permission” to spend, even on basic everyday items. He believes tight control protects their future, making her feel more like a child than a partner. As Edward grapples with his deep fear of losing everything, Ellen wants to step into her own financial power. Can they learn to trust each other and build a partnership where both voices are heard, or will control and fear continue to drive their financial decisions?

In this episode we uncover:

• Why Ellen calls their financial dynamic “like asking my dad for permission”

• How Edward’s fear of poverty leads to hyper-control over their money

• Why Edward compares their finances to the top 1%

• Ellen’s $8,000 home birth decision

• How Ellen avoids learning their finances to sidestep arguments

• The emotional legacy of Edward’s childhood poverty and Ellen’s early financial security

• Their definition of a “traditional marriage”

• Why they fight about $20 face cream despite earning $28K/month

• The weight of Edward’s “provider” identity

• Their Hawaii “dream home” vs. the financial pressure it created

• Their shared craving for safety and control

• Ellen’s realization that she’s been playing financial defense instead of building real skills

• Edward’s hope to teach their daughter financial independence

Chapters:

(00:00:00) “It feels like I’m asking for permission”

(00:16:10) “I’m in charge of the budget”

(00:23:09) “I had just come into a million dollars”

(00:34:29) Ramit breaks down their numbers

(00:51:41) “I don’t think he trusts me at all”

(00:56:49) “I will never be poor again”

(01:07:01) “When do we get to live like we’re wealthy?”

(01:17:38) “I shrink myself to please him”

(01:39:10) Where are they now? Ellen and Edward’s follow-ups

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231. “Our $200k in crypto is gone. Now we live with his mom.”

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Angela (31) and David (34) thought they’d built a future on $200,000 in crypto. Instead, they lost it all—and now they’re living in David’s childhood home with his mom. Angela dreams of traveling to Colombia to be with family, while David quietly panics about their finances. She sees every course and trip as a step toward freedom, but he sees their savings shrinking with no plan in sight. With only $4,000 in the bank and a 5-year-old to support, can they stop improvising and finally create a stable financial life of their own?

In this episode we uncover:

• How David blew through $200,000 in crypto

• Living rent-free with David’s mom

• The “get rich quick” approach to debt: bankruptcy talk, unrealistic timelines, and skipped planning

• Why improvising instead of planning is their default financial strategy

• A $3,000 retreat vs. moving out: how conflicting priorities reveal deeper issues

• The moment they see the truth in their spending

• How David’s mom ended up in credit card debt from supporting them

• Angela’s scarcity and rescue narratives from childhood

• Why David avoids stress and Angela absorbs it

• The cost of being “Dreamers” (big visions with no real plan)

• Signs their daughter is already noticing financial stress

Chapters:

(00:00:00) “We have no space to breathe”

(00:25:05) Ramit breaks down their numbers

(00:35:12) “Our vision isn’t aligned to our actions”

(00:52:42) “Like mother, like daughter”

(01:03:09) “Do you want major changes or minor changes?”

(01:15:26) “We’ve never created a plan”

(01:36:53) Where are they now? Angela and David’s follow-ups

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230. “We spend 168% of what we make. What are we missing?”

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Amy (32) and John (40) are raising two young kids in Canada, earning a solid $155,000 a year. But with $768,181 in debt and fixed costs at 168% of their income, every month feels like a losing battle. Two years ago, John hid hundreds of thousands in business tax debt from Amy—what she calls “financial infidelity.” Since then, trust has been fragile, money is tight, and they often feel like they’re fighting on “two separate life rafts.” Amy’s trying to rebuild their future, but when more than HALF of their monthly income goes immediately towards debt, they’re struggling to find a path forward. Can Ramit help them bridge the gap between good intentions and hard numbers—and finally get on the same team?

In this episode we uncover:

• How their fixed costs rose to 168% of their income

• Why John hid his business tax debt, which shattered Amy’s trust

• How years of financial strain forced Amy to shoulder household finances alone

• How Amy’s volatile income and John’s shrinking business payouts created a $4,000 deficit

• John’s Dreamer attitude collides with the harsh math of his monthly debt payments

• The emotional impact of having no safety net

• Amy’s plan to launch a new business vs. John’s struggle to keep his afloat

• Why managing risk isn’t about optimism

• Amy’s frustration with carrying the mental and emotional load of finances while John “focuses on income”

• Ramit’s direct call for decisive leadership and clear planning to get out of financial free fall

Chapters:

(00:00:00) “He spent two years hiding his debt from me”

(00:18:03) Ramit breaks down their numbers

(00:26:27) “I was humiliated driving that Tesla”

(00:39:52) “We’re flying blind”

(00:54:47) “I feel like I’m carrying this weight alone”

(01:02:13) “Hope is not a strategy”

(01:24:56) “This is what happens when we finally get specific”

(01:42:25) Where are they now? Amy and John’s follow-ups

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229. “I’m almost 50 and have nothing to show for my life”

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Christine (47) and Thad (57) have been together for more than six years, but instead of building wealth, they’re buried under nearly $340,000 of debt.

Christine, the self-appointed “CFO,” is exhausted from tracking every bill, while Thad avoids the details and spends freely. Their conflicting money mindsets (Christine craving stability, Thad living for the moment) have stalled their big dreams like buying a home or taking Rich Life vacations that Christine longs for. With almost no savings and retirement looming, Christine fears she’s approaching 50 with nothing to show for her hard work, while Thad insists a single plan will solve everything.

Can Ramit help them break the cycle of avoidance and control, align their priorities, and finally start acting like teammates?

In this episode we uncover:

• Why Christine feels she’s approaching 50 with “nothing to show” for her life

• Thad’s $17,000 student loan that ballooned up to $125,000

• How Christine became the household “CFO” while Thad continues to avoid responsibility

• Their real numbers—and why Christine feels so stressed

• Christine’s frustration over micromanaging bills

• Thad’s upbringing in poverty

• The invisible power of shame and fear, and why they can’t see what’s right in front of them financially

• Christine’s childhood lessons from parents who bought an unaffordable home

• Thad’s stark admission: if nothing changes, he’ll be homeless

Chapters:

(00:00:00) When a worrier and an avoider meet…

(00:02:59) “We have a plan… don’t we?”

(00:15:52) “Where is all the money going?”

(00:19:54) Ramit breaks down their numbers

(00:33:46) “I never expected to live past 30”

(00:48:30) “I wish my dad was able to say no”

(00:56:33) “I don’t believe he’ll follow through”

(01:05:11) “We need to be playing way bigger”

(01:22:38) “I don’t feel like I have the power”

(01:36:54) Where are they now? Christine and Thad’s follow-ups

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228. “I’m 30, broke, and tired of budgeting”

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Kristen (30) and Josh (36) married just last year, but their honeymoon phase is buried under $40,000 of debt and a sense of being “trapped.” Kristen is meticulous, tracking every dollar and carrying deep guilt around spending—even on herself. Josh, meanwhile, shrugs off the stress with a “we’ll figure it out” attitude, though his impulse purchases and nicotine habit don’t help.

With 82% of their income tied up in fixed costs, they’re left with almost nothing for fun, savings, or their dreams of a bigger space for pets and cars. Kristen is exhausted from budgeting every penny, while Josh wonders if more discipline is really the answer. Can Ramit help them break free from the cycle of guilt, fear, and deprivation—and finally learn how to enjoy life while paying off debt?

In this episode we uncover:

• Why Kristen describes her daily life as feeling “trapped” by debt and second-guessing over small purchases

• How Josh’s role as the “ignorant reassurer” undermines their partnership

• The moment Kristen admits she feels like the “manager” of their household finances, while Josh feels like an “employee”

• Why 82% of their income goes to fixed costs

• How Josh’s nicotine habit consumes nearly all of their guilt-free spending

• Kristen’s pride in maintaining her cars and what it reveals about her resourcefulness

• The trade-offs Kristen faced leaving a toxic job for lower pay

• How Josh’s childhood poverty and lessons in “patience” continue to shape his money mindset today

• Kristen’s upbringing in a family of secrecy and mixed financial messages

• The deep guilt Kristen feels about spending and the quiet fear Josh carries that he’ll “never get ahead”

• How Ramit challenges them to imagine freedom beyond budgeting and debt payoff

Chapters:

(00:00:00) “I feel trapped by $50”

(00:19:44) Ramit breaks down their numbers

(00:36:45) “Zero interest… but still stressed”

(00:43:45) “We packed coolers instead of eating out”

(00:51:54) “When money gets hard, I just work harder”

(01:06:08) “I want a partner, not an employee”

(01:13:31) Turning side hustles into new income

(01:19:45) “What do we do with too much money?”

(01:28:44) Choosing how to design their Rich Life

(01:36:03) Where are they now? Kristen and Josh’s follow-ups

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227. “We bought our dream house. Now we’re drowning”

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Jason (38) and Katie (36) thought buying their dream home in Minnesota would be the start of a new chapter. Instead, they’re buried in debt, daycare bills, and the pressure of raising a new baby while working demanding creative jobs in an industry threatened by AI.

Despite earning $246,000 a year, they’ve been trapped in a decade-long debt cycle, and every dollar is already spoken for. With $30,000 in debt left to go and no clear plan for what comes next, can they finally break free of survival mode and build the life they truly want together?

In this episode we uncover:

• How Jason and Katie’s “dream home” quickly became a financial trap

• Why their money talks happen every single day—and why that constant communication leaves them exhausted

• The pattern of paying off debt, only to fall right back into it

• The hidden costs of homeownership

• Jason’s obsession with “cashflow”—and why Ramit calls it a red flag that blinds them to the bigger picture

• How Katie’s childhood lessons of “we can’t afford it” show up in her marriage today

• Jason’s upbringing of scarcity and mixed money messages

• The constant fear of job loss in an industry disrupted by AI

• Why their meticulous tracking of every penny isn’t working

• The moment Jason admits he’s “done” with the cycle

Chapters:

(00:00:00) “We talk about every transaction”

(00:22:05) Ramit breaks down their numbers

(00:36:18) When “cashflow” becomes a red flag

(00:39:39) When “asking for permission” follows you into marriage

(00:45:58) “We couldn’t afford the pool, but a new TV showed up”

(00:56:23) “I’m repeating a cycle”

(01:21:02) “You have more money than you realize”

(01:26:33) Where are they now? Jason and Katie’s follow-ups

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226. “She’s chasing FIRE. I want to enjoy life now.”

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Laura (34) and Cameron (38) earn over $200,000 a year and save thousands each month, yet every decision feels like a crisis.

Laura, a first-generation Mexican American, grew up in financial chaos and now enforces strict rules, from tracking every purchase in YNAB to keeping Cameron on an allowance. Her dream is to hit Coast FIRE in five years. Cameron, meanwhile, just wants to enjoy life today—take a trip, fix the car, maybe even expand their family. Their daughter is four, and the question of whether to have another child looms large.

Can Ramit help them break free from fear, build shared goals, and find a balance between saving for tomorrow and living fully now?

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In this episode we uncover:

• Why Laura enforces strict financial rules yet still feels unsafe despite saving half their income

• How Cameron’s “passenger” role with money leaves Laura carrying the weight

• Why their $228,000 household income doesn’t feel like “enough” in an affluent Chicago neighborhood

• How childhood experiences shaped Laura’s scarcity mindset

• The emotional toll of living as if they are still poor, even with nearly half a million dollars in net worth

• How FIRE gave Laura a sense of control and safety—but at the cost of enjoying life today

• How chasing control keeps them feeling perpetually “behind” and unable to thrive

• The stark contrast between Laura’s authoritarian role and Cameron’s passivity

• How they can move beyond survival mode and start thriving by defining a shared Rich Life vision

Chapters:

(00:00:00) “I keep my husband on an allowance”

(00:09:58) Ramit breaks down their numbers

(00:25:05) “We feel poor… on $228,000 a year”

(00:41:37) “My parents racked up debt in my name without me knowing”

(00:54:48) “I keep us living small”

(01:10:21) “CoastFi says we’re fine—so why doesn’t it feel real?”

(01:24:06) “What would make the next 10 years magical?”

(01:33:54) Where are they now? Laura and Cameron’s follow-ups

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225. “We’re losing $5k/mo. Where is it all going?”

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Lashan (50) and David (49) have been married for nearly two decades, raising three children and building stable government careers. But when health complications and a sudden return-to-office mandate pressured Lashan into early retirement, their income dropped. Suddenly, $5,000 a month seems to vanish into thin air. Lashan, meticulous and controlling with money, carries the full weight of their financial future, while David remains passive and supportive from the sidelines.

But the stakes are high: a mortgage, looming college costs, and the urgency to create meaningful memories while Lashan still can. Can Ramit help them uncover where the money is going, build a roadmap for the future, and finally get David to step up as a true financial partner?

In this episode we uncover:

• Why Lashan was pressured into early retirement

• How $5,000 a month in “guilt-free spending” keeps disappearing

• How David’s childhood scarcity shaped his urge to spend money now

• Evictions and shut-off notices from Lashan’s childhood have driven her obsession with control and bill paying

• Why David earned the “ignorant reassurer” label

• How compartmentalizing her terminal diagnosis keeps Lashan focused on bills instead of her deepest fears

• Ramit’s challenge to flip their money roles

• The invisible financial work Lashan handles that David barely sees

• Why paying bills feels like love and safety for Lashan

• How Lashan ended up caring for everyone else but not herself

Chapters:

(00:00:00) “I’ve cried more about leaving my job than my diagnosis”

(00:19:25) Ramit breaks down their numbers

(00:38:02) “Eviction notices… the electricity might be off”

(00:46:32) “I’m going to die… and I can’t do this all alone”

(01:10:44) Redefining what family memories look like

(01:20:28) Paying off debt isn’t enough—planning for life after

(01:28:23) “I feel like I see the possibility for joy and fun”

(01:36:01) Where are they now? Lashan and David’s follow-ups

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224. “I took on debt to help my family. Now she won’t marry me.”

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Rachel (31) and Pierre (42) have been together for four years, building a loving and stable life in Brooklyn. But one issue is holding everything back: Pierre’s $60,000 in debt from a failed business he started to support his family. His plan is to wait it out, hoping the problem disappears. But Rachel is unwilling to move forward towards marriage until there’s a plan in place.

To her, his passive approach feels like a warning sign for their future together. Can Ramit help them face the reality of this debt, make a plan, and build a shared vision?

In this episode we uncover:

• Why Rachel vowed never to date someone with debt—and why she chose to date Pierre anyway

• Pierre’s family vape shop business collapse and the $60,000 in debt he took on to try to save it

• The stark difference in how each partner views the debt

• Why Pierre believes ignoring the judgment is a valid strategy

• Rachel’s habit of minimizing her own fears

• How Pierre’s family history shaped his own sense of obligation

• Rachel’s painful history with her mother being scammed out of $60,000

• The tension between investing for the future versus paying off past mistakes

• How cultural expectations and family loyalty complicate Pierre’s decision-making around money

• The breaking point: Rachel admits she cannot say yes to a proposal without a clear plan for the debt

• Ramit’s game plan to get the debt paid off—the right way

Chapters:

(00:00:00) “If you don’t handle this debt, I won’t marry you”

(00:19:50) Ramit breaks down their numbers

(00:27:25) “Happy wife, happy life” — but what about the debt?

(00:41:53) He took on debt for his family — but at what cost to his future?

(00:55:01) “I don’t ask my dad for money… and I don’t ask Pierre either”

(01:07:31) How small sacrifices can open the door to big changes

(01:23:21) Logistics are a big turn on

(01:30:50) Where are they now? Rachel and Pierre’s follow-ups

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223. “We make $81k/yr in our 30s. Is that enough?”

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Becca (35) and Nikki (31) are planning their wedding, but they’re already struggling with how to merge their money. Becca, a rock climbing guide with a variable income, has thrown herself into personal finance after years of scarcity thinking and now tracks every dollar. Nikki wants to feel more empowered but often defers to Becca’s lead—and sometimes hides financial stress, like credit card debt.

Together they net around $80,000, but with high fixed costs, student loans, and uncertainty about investing, their dream of building wealth feels out of reach. They want a clear, intentional financial plan that lets them invest confidently and step into marriage as equal partners. Can Ramit help them overcome ambivalence, balance their roles, and create a structure that supports both their dreams and their future together?

In this episode we uncover:

• Why Becca tracks every single dollar

• Nikki’s tendency to “not overthink” spending

• The power dynamic of one partner leading on money while the other defers

• How Becca’s deep dive into personal finance turned her into the household CFO

• Why high fixed costs and seasonal income keep them from investing the way they want

• The emotional tug-of-war between wanting to combine finances and being afraid of what that might mean

• How their childhood money lessons still show up in every conversation

• What they imagine for their Rich Life together, and why ambivalence keeps them from making clear decisions

• Ramit’s challenge to build a financial structure that balances empowerment, responsibility, and trust

Chapters:

(00:00:00) “I don’t want to steer us wrong”

(00:17:09) Ramit breaks down their numbers

(00:26:21) Childhood money scripts that carry into adulthood

(00:39:41) “Why are you playing so small?”

(00:49:22) “The freedom is in the commitment”

(01:06:12) Redesigning their Conscious Spending Plan

(01:26:23) Where are they now? Becca and Nikki’s follow-ups

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222. “My husband is my 4th child. Will he ever help?”

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Fernanda (44) and Jorge (48) have been married for nearly 25 years, raising three children, including one with lifelong special needs. Despite earning $130,000 a year, they consistently spend more than they make, and only have $300 in savings.

Fernanda juggles multiple jobs and manages every detail of their finances, a responsibility that has left her physically ill from stress. Jorge works nights and picks up odd jobs, but avoids financial planning and defers almost everything to Fernanda. Fernanda dreams of a stable, less exhausting life where she and Jorge are true financial partners.

Can Ramit help them confront old patterns, create a sustainable system, and secure a future for their family—especially their son’s lifelong care?

In this episode we uncover:

Why Fernanda says she’s “physically ill” from the stress of managing their money alone.

How Jorge’s laid-back optimism turns into financial avoidance—and leaves Fernanda carrying the full weight.

The $13,000 air purifier scam—and what it reveals about their spending habits.

How Fernanda’s history of homelessness and working from age 13 shaped her need for control.

Why Jorge, who didn’t work until 25, still struggles to engage with financial decisions.

The emotional toll of raising three children, including one with lifelong special needs, while buried in $350,000 of debt.

What happens when Fernanda tries to share her complicated spreadsheets with Jorge—and why it never works.

Ramit’s challenge for Jorge to take concrete steps toward shared ownership of their finances.

Fernanda’s vision of a stable, less exhausting life—and the boundaries she’ll need to set to get there.

Chapters:

(00:00:00) “If nothing changes, I’ll end up in the hospital”

(00:19:41) “It feels like impending doom”

(00:24:18) “It pisses me off that money could break us”

(00:37:32) Ramit breaks down their numbers

(00:58:08) “It’s a joke in the family that I have four kids”

(01:15:59) “I want a partner, not just a paycheck”

(01:20:40) Red alert: only $311 in savings

(01:35:29) Where are they now? Fernie and Jorge’s follow-ups

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221. “I’m almost 40 and still living paycheck to paycheck”

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Romy (38) and Travis (37) are a married couple living in Cape Town—but despite earning over $130,000 a year, they’re constantly running on empty. Romy feels the crushing weight of managing everything alone, while Travis avoids financial planning and insists things will “just work out.” Together, they’ve repeated the exact same dynamic Romy grew up with—right down to the hidden savings and anxious sleepless nights. Can they stop playing financial whack-a-mole and finally build a system that supports their future dreams, or will history keep repeating itself?

In this episode we uncover:

• Why Travis believes he can always “go fishing” to make money—and how that mindset creates instability.

• How growing up with financial chaos shaped both of their attitudes toward money and planning.

• The emotional weight Romy carries by being the only one thinking about the future.

• Romy’s secret UK savings account—why she kept it hidden, and what happened to the money.

• Their chaotic approach to buying property—and why they can’t clearly say if it’s for living or investing.

• How disorganized thinking shows up in everything from taxes to tipping the valet.

• The truth about their emergency fund (or lack thereof)—and the very real risks they face.

• Why Travis’s role as the “reassurer” actually prevents change—and how Romy feels trapped by it.

• How Ramit challenges Travis to redefine generosity without spending money.

• The first steps they take toward rebuilding trust and creating a shared financial system.

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Chapters:

(00:00:00) “I tapped my card and it said insufficient funds”

(00:09:23) “I’m living the same financial life as my parents”

(00:18:13) Ramit breaks down their numbers

(00:38:14) The weight of taking on the “man’s” role

(00:52:48) “I’ve been poor before—I’ll be poor again”

(01:02:08) Living on hope, not numbers

(01:12:05) “We’re doing this together” — building a new financial identity

(01:28:56) Where are they now? Romy and Travis’s follow-ups

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220. “I carry the baby, the bills, and the stress”

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Monica (36) and Michael (33) have been married just over a year and are navigating the pressures of new parenthood—but Monica feels like she’s doing it alone. She pays the rent, covers childcare, and works a demanding job, while Michael juggles three jobs and carries shame about his income and past financial mistakes—including an eviction he never told her about.

Despite a recent 50% salary increase, Michael didn’t share the news, reinforcing Monica’s sense that she’s carrying the emotional and financial load. Can Ramit help them rebuild trust, communicate transparently, and step into a true financial partnership?

In this episode we uncover:

• Michael’s quiet shame about earning less

• How an eviction early in their relationship shattered Monica’s trust

• The $95K salary increase Michael never told her about

• Why Michael’s “Swiss Army knife” mentality is sabotaging their relationship

• What Monica really means when she says she wants a financial partner

• Why transparency is still a major hurdle

• The emotional gap in their relationship, and how it’s showing up in everything from birthday celebrations to debt payoff plans

• What finally shifts when Michael shares his debt-free timeline

Chapters:

(00:00:00) “I feel like a leech”

(00:18:28) Ramit breaks down their numbers

(00:25:56) “I got a 50% raise…and didn’t tell her”

(00:33:24) Why she’s always the last to know about his money

(00:42:59) The secret that shattered her trust early on

(00:46:26) He paid off half his debt—but still struggles to celebrate it

(01:00:03) Torn between faith and financial goals

(01:04:38) When earning more still isn’t enough

(01:26:25) Are they finally rowing in the same direction?

(01:35:17) Where are they now? Monica and Michael’s follow-ups

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219. “He’s so cheap it’s killing our joy”

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Angela (52) and Brian (52) have been together since they were teenagers and have raised four kids.

Now as they approach being empty nesters, they’re stuck in a sitcom-style standoff: Angela loves bargain shopping and dreams of traveling the world, but Brian clings to a decades-old belief that they need $1 million to retire and panics over every pantry purchase. Their net worth proves that they’re actually financially stable—but Brian can’t shake the fear of not having enough.

Can Ramit help them rewrite their roles, align on what retirement really looks like, and find connection beyond coupons and control?

In this episode we uncover:

• Why Angela believes they’re ready to retire—and why Brian is convinced they’re still broke.

• The decades-old advice Brian can’t shake—and how it’s been quietly dictating their entire financial life.

• The performance dynamic they’ve fallen into—and how it’s masking deeper emotional needs.

• The stark difference in how they define a “Rich Life”—and what’s missing from both visions.

• How Angela uses frugality to feel responsible—and the cost of that invisible labor.

• The moment Brian saw their actual net worth, and why it didn’t change how he feels.

• What happens when couples keep score with their sacrifices—and how it erodes connection.

• How fear of losing control is stopping Brian from building the life he actually wants.

Chapters:

(00:00:00) “I’ve been chasing that number since I was 18”

(00:04:11) The emotional cost of saying no to everything

(00:19:08) Ramit breaks down their numbers

(00:29:21) “Why do we need eight jars of peanut butter?”

(00:40:57) Trapped in the “justifier” and “decider” roles

(00:50:34) Frugal lives, empty spaces

(00:58:01) “I think we’ve just kind of… drifted”

(01:06:04) How much is enough to retire—and what would make us feel safe?

(01:18:42) Where are they now? Angela and Brian’s follow-ups

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218. “Our childcare costs are about to quadruple. Are we screwed?” (Part 2)

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Last week, we met Dominique (33) and Chris (34)—a couple earning $180K a year, raising a toddler, and still living paycheck to paycheck. Dominique felt alone in managing their finances, while Chris stayed disengaged, assuming things were fine.

In Part One, we uncovered the cracks: a lack of communication, zero long-term planning, and growing resentment. Now, as their childcare costs are about to quadruple, will they be able to move past survival mode and start working as a team? Will Chris finally step up—and can Dominique let go of overthinking and accept support?

In this episode we uncover:

• How their expensive Arizona house became a symbol of both pride and financial strain.

• The quiet resentment Dominique feels when Chris is out of work—and why she kept it to herself.

• A surprising disconnect around how much they contribute—and who’s really paying more.

• Ramit’s reality check about going month to month on a six-figure income.

• Why Dominique’s overthinking makes her feel in control—but leaves them stuck in place.

• The false sense of security that’s masking a dangerous truth: They have just two months of savings.

• The emotional cost of living reactively—and what it will take for them to finally plan ahead.

Chapters:

(00:00:00) “My friend sold it to me…” — the truth about whole life insurance

(00:09:05) Investing, saving… or just surviving?

(00:14:58) Problem-oriented vs. solution-oriented

(00:22:11) Ramit breaks down their numbers

(00:26:14) He’s living for his son—but what about himself?

(00:38:32) What if selling your house meant losing money?

(00:43:13) “I thought I’d be co-parenting by now”

(00:52:38) Dominique & Chris 2.0: Confident. Open. Together.

(01:03:30) Where are they now? Dominique and Chris’s follow-ups

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217. “Are we broke…or just bad with money? (Part 1)

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Dominique (33) and Chris (34) have been together for six years, engaged for two, and share a two-year-old son. While Dominique manages parenting, full-time work, and their finances, Chris shuts down when money comes up—and has no plan for what’s next. With rising childcare costs, growing debt, and a second home draining up to $2,000/month, their finances are on the brink. Dominique has paused their wedding plans—and admits she’s considering co-parenting alone. Can Ramit help them build a future together before it’s too late?

In this episode we uncover:

• The emotional burden Dominique carries as the default parent, planner, and financial lead

• How Chris’s we’ll-figure-it-out mindset undermines Dominique’s trust and long-term planning

• The real reason their wedding is on pause—and why Dominique’s preparing for life on her own

• Chris’s internal conflict: overwhelmed by adulthood, uncertain how to change

• How avoiding money conversations became the deepest fracture in their relationship

• What happens when one partner is growing—and the other is standing still

• Ramit’s challenge to both: take action now, or risk losing everything

Chapters:

(00:00:00) “At this rate, we’ll be co-parenting next year”

(00:06:52) Can I actually afford a new vehicle?

(00:20:46) Ramit breaks down their numbers

(00:30:43) “We make $180K—but we still feel broke”

(00:46:45) Uncovering their REAL spending habits

(00:55:59) The money messages they’re passing on without realizing it

(01:18:29) “We’ll figure it out”—reacting vs. being proactive

(01:23:26) What we’ll uncover next week

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216. I track every penny. He gambles. Should I marry him?

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Taylor (29) is a high-earning dentist with a strict savings plan and deep-rooted fears about financial instability. Hayden (25) earns $24K a year, has a history of gambling and financial dishonesty, and struggles with budgeting. They live together, but their vastly different money philosophies leave Taylor questioning whether marriage is possible. With trust issues, income imbalance, and emotional baggage on both sides, can they find common ground—or is it time to walk away?

In this episode we uncover:

• Taylor’s strict financial boundaries—and why Hayden feels constantly judged by them

• The real reason Hayden hides purchases (and what it’s costing their relationship)

• Why Taylor resents being the financial provider, and how it’s creating a growing power imbalance

• A candid conversation about Hayden’s past gambling—and whether trust can be rebuilt

• How their radically different upbringings shaped two completely opposing money mindsets

• The unspoken tension around engagement—and what’s holding Taylor back from proposing

• Taylor’s biggest fear: ending up broke and alone

• Hayden opens up about insecurity, dependence, and feeling “less than”

• What they really want from each other—and why neither feels safe enough to ask

Chapters:

(00:00:00) “He gets to do whatever he wants with his money”

(00:07:22) Ramit breaks down their numbers

(00:20:58) “Why have all that money if you don’t plan to spend it?”

(00:28:27) How childhood trauma shaped their views on money, control, and survival

(00:37:44) A secret $35K loss—and the fallout that nearly ended everything

(00:49:15) “Most of what I do with money is to get her off my back”

(01:01:12) Is change still real if it’s only for someone else?

(01:03:56) A new plan, a new mindset—but will it stick?

(01:13:36) Where are they now? Taylor and Hayden’s follow-ups

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215. “He wants a house, I don’t want to go bankrupt.”

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Athena (31) and Arie (30) are newly married and dreaming of buying a home, starting a family, and traveling the world. But their finances—and philosophies—don’t align. Athena’s upbringing was defined by instability and strict religious messaging around money; Arie’s was middle-class and frugal. Now, they're realizing that love alone isn’t enough—they need a shared plan. Can Ramit help them define their values, shift their dynamic, and start building a future as true partners?

In this episode we uncover:

• The subtle financial tension that’s been building—and how it’s showing up in everything from gift-giving to debt.

• Why Arie is laser-focused on buying a home, while Athena worries about losing her freedom.

• The real reason Athena keeps her finances separate—and how her upbringing shaped that decision.

• How Arie’s savings mindset clashes with Athena’s more flexible approach to money.

• A surprising admission about holiday spending.

• What it really means to feel “safe” with money.

• The power struggle hiding beneath their shared bank account.

• How financial shame from childhood still influences their present-day relationship.

• Their unspoken fears—and how Ramit pushes them to define their shared Rich Life.

Chapters:

(00:00:00) “It’s a dream”—but what if your partner doesn’t share it?

(00:08:30) They don’t fight—but is that actually the problem?

(00:21:19) “I don’t know if I can say yes if I have debt”

(00:24:44) Ramit breaks down their numbers

(00:37:36) Dreaming big while avoiding the details

(00:45:32) “What kind of person doesn’t own a house?”

(00:55:33) The moral script keeping Athena stuck

(01:14:39) “If you want something for yourself, you’re greedy”

(01:22:57) Getting honest about a future they can’t afford

(01:33:15) Where are they now? Athena and Arie’s follow-ups

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214. “I’m 45 but my parents still control my money”

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Kate and Keith have spent years afraid to spend—until now. In Part 2 of this conversation, Ramit investigates the $5 million missing from Kate’s trust fund and uncovers decades of poor returns, excessive fees, and emotional avoidance.

As the truth comes out, Ramit challenges them to rewrite the money scripts that have shaped their lives: Kate’s shame around wealth, Keith’s fear of being seen as dependent, and the confusing messages they’ve inherited about what money should mean.

They imagine a future with travel, community, and purpose, if they can confront this question: What’s the point of having money if you never use it?

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213. “We have a $1M trust - but a $30k budget” (Part 1)

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Kate (45) and Keith (53) split their time between Maine and Hawaii, living what looks like a dream life.

They’ve inherited wealth, run two small businesses, and have nearly $2 million in net worth. But with only $30,000 in annual income, they live in fear of spending—and cover their shortfall by dipping into savings.

Kate, recovering from long COVID, handles the finances but feels unworthy of her money. Keith, who once filed for bankruptcy, avoids money conversations entirely and worries he’ll be seen as a freeloader. Their roles are clear—one over-responsible, one disengaged—and their financial anxiety keeps them stuck.

They say they want to travel, be generous, and enjoy their Rich Life. But, how do you build a Rich Life when you’ve been taught to feel ashamed of the money you have?

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212. "He's terrified of losing it all—so she's losing him"

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Vanessa (48) and George (59) have been married for five years and run two businesses together, but still keep their finances separate, leading to recurring tension, resentment, and financial instability.

Vanessa is a risk-tolerant entrepreneur who sees money as a tool for growth. George is nearing retirement, risk-averse, and clings to financial security. They split everything 50/50, even when Vanessa stopped drawing a paycheck from their business. Now, with $482K in debt and $28K in savings, George’s retirement is looming, making their financial foundation feel unstable. His fear-based money spirals derail productive conversations, while Vanessa feels alone, unsupported, and afraid their misalignment could threaten their future.

Can they learn to trust each other, merge their financial lives, and build a shared vision before retirement kicks in?

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211. Ramit and Cassandra open up: “Our real money fights (and what we learned)”

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0000

In this rare and intimate episode, Ramit takes the hot seat alongside his wife, Cassandra, as they’re interviewed by their close friend Julie Nguyen.

Together, Ramit and Cass pull back the curtain on how they navigate money behind the scenes—from prenup negotiations and separate finances to the regular money meetings that keep them aligned. They open up about the challenges they've faced as a couple and reveal how, despite Ramit's career, they’re just as susceptible to money issues as any other couple on this podcast.

This conversation is an honest look at what it really takes to build a true financial partnership—and a marriage that lasts.

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210. “We make $170k—but spend like we make $450k”

Tue, 27 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Clara (29) and Devin (34) are married with three young kids, trying to build a future while juggling debt, stress, and wildly different approaches to money.

Clara racked up $20,000 in credit card debt, while Devin chooses to gamble instead of investing for retirement. They earn well and own two properties, but with zero savings, 75% in fixed costs, and no shared goals, their financial foundation is crumbling. Underneath the spreadsheets and the spending is a toxic parent-child dynamic, causing Clara to feel disempowered and ashamed, while Devin’s “dreamer” mindset leads him to believe the next big win will fix everything.

Can they dismantle these roles, get honest about their spending, and rebuild as true partners before it’s too late?

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209. “We bought a house we can’t afford, now what?”

Tue, 20 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Sunnie (29) and Jazmyne (30) are a queer couple trying to build their life together—buy a house, bring a child into their family, and create long-term financial security. But with just one primary income and a major surgery planned for next year, every decision feels high stakes.

They earn a combined $180,000 and just bought their first home; but between rising costs, paycheck-to-paycheck living, and intense pressure on Sunnie as the breadwinner, their financial conversations often swing from optimistic to explosive.

With no shared plan, no savings for a wedding, and looming fears about safety and stability, can they align on a vision for their future—and build a financial plan that supports it?

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208. “We make $157K at 22, but we’re afraid to spend money”

Tue, 13 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Javier (22) and Marco (22) are young, ambitious, and financially disciplined—but the future they dream about together is being challenged by how they handle money today.

They earn a combined income of $157,000, already have more than $60k invested, and live in New York City with shockingly low fixed costs. But despite their impressive financial habits, they’re stuck in a cycle of miscommunication. Javier wants to be cautious now to make big moves later, while Marco wants to split everything 50/50, even if it slows down their long-term progress.

With their income gap and no shared plan for spending, saving, or investing, can they plan for a wedding and build their future together?

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207. “I’m 40, burned out, and don’t know what’s next in my life”

Tue, 06 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Courtney (40) and Ray (41) have spent their entire adult lives in the structure of military life—but with retirement on the horizon, they’re about to face a future filled with choices for the first time.

For Ray, that means walking away from the rank, routine, and pension he’s built for over 20 years and entering a civilian job market he knows little about. For Courtney, it means finishing grad school, becoming a therapist, and finally stepping into her own career after 12 years as a stay-at-home mom.

With three kids, a cross-country move coming soon, and dreams of settling down for good, can they stop optimizing for retirement and start asking better questions on building their Rich Life?

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206. “I quit my job to care for our son, but can we afford it?”

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Anna (33) and Will (37) are married with two kids, including a young son who was born with a serious heart condition. Between unexpected medical expenses, emotional stress, and inconsistent financial planning, their savings have steadily drained—and now, they're spending more than they earn just to keep up. Will brushes off concerns, saying “We’re fine,” while Anna feels like she’s the only one confronting reality. Now, they want to build a home and create long-term security for their family—but until they can get aligned, that dream may be out of reach.

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205. “I've been homeless before…I'm terrified to spend money”

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Jennifer (37) and Steve (41) have been dating for over five years, but they’ve never spent more than $100 on a shared purchase.

Jennifer is a self-made business owner with a clear vision for the future, while Steve is cautious, financially conservative, and still haunted by a turbulent past that included losing both parents and living out of his car. Despite a solid income and nearly $200,000 in savings, Steve can’t shake the fear of financial collapse. Jennifer, meanwhile, is growing resentful. She wants a partner who dreams big and makes bold moves with her—not someone who second-guesses a $10 purchase.

Can they confront the past, align on a shared vision for their future, and finally start acting like teammates?

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204. “We make $226K—but our kids think we’re broke”

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Lisa (37) and Marcus (38) have been married for 14 years, raising four kids and building a life together—but when it comes to money, they couldn’t be further apart.

Lisa homeschools their kids and dreams of more family travel time full of Rich Life experiences. Marcus shuts down in financial conversations, overwhelmed by anxiety and self-doubt—even though he’s a professional accountant. In today’s episode, live from Washington, D.C., they uncover a painful dynamic: Lisa is left holding the financial burden alone, while Marcus avoids it entirely.

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203. “He makes 3x more, but wants to split everything 50/50”

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Katie (28) and Robin (35) live together in Tennessee and are planning a wedding. They earn a combined $386K, but don't split bills proportionally—even though he makes three times more. She feels judged, lies about spending, and recently racked up credit card debt after secretly booking a ski trip for his birthday. He’s investing $8K/month while she’s barely breaking even.

As they discuss a prenup and her plan to quit her job for grad school, deep questions arise: Can they truly combine finances? Can she stop people-pleasing? Can he be more generous? Ramit helps them untangle power dynamics, rebalance the split, and build a shared vision for money—before resentment derails their future.

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202. “She racked up $50K in debt — why should I trust her with money?”

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Emma (39) and Dave (39) make $258,000 a year—but they’re stuck in a toxic money dynamic. She built a financial plan during maternity leave. He didn’t believe her. Now, they’re battling over trust, $50K in debt, and whether they can afford a $700K house.

With conflicting money roles—she’s the anxious planner, he’s the passive skeptic—they can’t move forward. In this episode, Ramit breaks down their “chaser/avoider” dynamic, the emotional cost of skepticism, and how to finally create a shared vision.

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201. “I make $40k… but I own 100+ suits”

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Today’s episode takes us to New York City, where I sit down with not two, but three couples live on stage at my Money for Couples event.

First, meet Antonio (23) and Devonta (23), a young couple who in their 20s are already ahead of the game—earning money while finishing their degrees, having real conversations about finances, and even purchasing a home together.

Next, we meet Pam (38) and Nic (40), who are struggling with a classic money dynamic: one partner earns significantly more and wants to “rescue” the other from financial stress. But as they discover, money alone can’t solve deeper issues of self-worth and financial confidence.

And finally, for the first time ever on this show, a very special surprise guest joins me on stage. You don’t want to miss this!

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200. “Should we pay off our massive debt? Or invest more?”

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Wilson (46) and Shannon (35) have built a strong financial foundation—owning a vacation rental, maxing out Roth IRAs, and earning solid incomes. But when it comes to their next move, they’re at odds.

Wilson wants to tap into their home equity to invest in stocks, believing they’re too heavily weighted in real estate. Shannon, more risk-averse, worries about adding debt when they already owe $129K on their home, plus tax and student loans.

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199. “I struggle w/ cc debt but insisted on a Cartier wedding ring”

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0000

On today’s episode, we’re live from Boston for my recent Money For Couples book tour.

First, I talk with Robert (28) and Giselle (28) who appear to have it all together, but behind the scenes, they’re struggling to make intentional financial decisions. Instead of planning ahead, they make impulsive decisions like committing $7,500 of earnest money to a new home that they can’t afford. Now, they’re questioning if they can still plan the wedding they want.

Then we’ll meet Sara (28) and Jay (28) who are newly married and learning how to navigate finances together. Sara is a disciplined saver who avoids debt, while Jay is a big-picture dreamer—planning elaborate vacations without considering the cost. Sara has graciously agreed to help Jay pay off his debt, but was blindsided when Jay revealed the full amount post-honeymoon. Now, as they plan for homeownership and parenthood, trust and transparency are more important than ever.

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198. “I work 7 jobs but can’t get ahead. Are we doomed?”

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Juan (43) and Amber (40) feel behind on their retirement plans after years of prioritizing travel and expensive hobbies over investing.

Juan, who grew up poor, struggles with a scarcity mindset—undercharging for his work and financially supporting his family. Amber, now earning less, believes they should be doing better.

With financial pressure mounting, they’re considering merging finances but need to align on their money mindset first. Can they change their spending habits, boost their income, and get on track for their Rich Life?

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197. “I thought he was the problem… but it’s me?!”

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Live from the House of Blues in Chicago, Ramit coaches Evelyn and Mike (41).

Despite their successful careers, money is a constant source of tension. Evelyn scrutinizes every purchase, while Mike feels frustrated by the endless debates over small expenses. Can Evelyn let go of her scarcity mindset and start trusting their financial future?

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196. “He used to help me with debt…Now he’s making it worse”

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Frank (29) and Jill (33) are parents of two young kids and are trapped in a vicious cycle of overspending and debt.

With fixed costs eating up 107% of their income and $25,000 in credit card debt, they’ve been repeatedly digging themselves into a hole—and scrambling to climb back out. Frank solves panic with credit card balance transfers. Jill struggles with emotional spending rooted in childhood. Their lack of communication and alignment has created a wedge in their marriage, making it hard to face their financial reality together.

Can Frank and Jill cut spending, break old habits, and build a stable financial future for their family—or will they let the weight of their debt pull them down?

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195. “Her socks have holes but she's too cheap to buy new ones”

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Matt (34) and Eliza (32) have spent years prioritizing investments, setting themselves up for a secure retirement—but now, they struggle to enjoy spending money. Matt deprives himself when they go out, while Eliza avoids spending altogether. Their extreme frugality is keeping them from living the full life they could, and with their first baby on the way, the pressure is mounting. Can they shift their money mindset, find balance, and start truly living their Rich Life?

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194. “$0 savings, $0 investments. Is it too late for us?” (Part 2)

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0000

On last week’s episode, we met 38-year-old LaKiesha and 45-year-old James, a couple struggling to get on the same page financially. With no savings, no investments, and deep-rooted money fears, they’re stuck in a cycle of mindless spending. Today, we’re digging back into their CSP—and the numbers are more shocking than they expected. Can they finally break old habits and build their Rich Life together?

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193. “I’ve filed for bankruptcy twice. Will I ever stop spending?” (Part 1)

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Despite their best intentions, LaKiesha (38) and James (45) have fallen into a cycle of overspending—convincing themselves that wants are needs and that enjoying money now outweighs planning for the future. Their lack of financial foresight has left them without a safety net, and the weight of their debts has even led LaKiesha to file for bankruptcy.

Recently, they moved in together; but with that fresh start comes the baggage of their complicated financial pasts. Trust has been tested, and they’re being forced to confront their differences in financial values and upbringing. Can they break free from the habits that have kept them stuck?

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192. “We spend 98% of what we make—Where is it all going?”

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Justin (40) and Deepika (32) are stuck in a frustrating financial loop: despite their high income, they feel like they’re living paycheck to paycheck. Deepika dreams of buying a house someday, but the couple can’t seem to identify where their money is going—or how to escape the cycle of credit card debt. Justin has a side hustle that he’s eager to grow, but he’s struggling to get the same level of commitment from his business partners. For years, they’ve been focused on survival, not dreaming about the future. Now, they’re realizing that their lack of a shared vision for their finances is keeping them from the life they want. Can Justin and Deepika kick their old habits, create a better strategy for managing their money, and finally start living their Rich Life?

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191. “My wife doesn't respect me because she earns 5x more”

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Dillon (30) and Carrie (29) are navigating a tricky dynamic in their relationship: income disparity. Carrie works in tech, earning a high salary, but her anxiety about money has her constantly second-guessing their financial situation. Dillon, a PhD student living on a $40K annual stipend, is growing increasingly frustrated with Carrie's dismissive comments and her inability to see their combined income as a strength. Can Carrie improve her money psychology so they can live a happier, rich life together?

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190. “Is our relationship going to end on air?”

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Justin, 38, and Maggie, 34, join the show to unpack a growing tension in their relationship—her hesitation to combine finances. Maggie spent her twenties traveling the world and is now laser-focused on building her future, while Justin shares her love for travel but envisions a future together. With Maggie making life plans that might not include him, Justin is left feeling hurt and uncertain. Can they bridge the gap and take their relationship to the next level?

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189. “People definitely called me out”: Nate & Serena return 2 years later

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000

This week we are back with part two of Nate and Serena's follow-ups. Their original appearance on episodes 73 & 74 are some of our favorite episodes of the podcast, and it is very rare that I get a chance to speak to a couple after their episode airs.

Join us as we revisit moments from their first episode together, learn what changes they've made, and go over their NEW conscious spending plan two years later. I think you're gonna be surprised.

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188. “She makes 2x but wants me to treat her” Nate and Serena return

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000

What happens to the couples that I’ve spoken to months, even years ago? It’s time to find out in our first follow-up episode, featuring Nate and Serena from episodes 73 & 74 of the podcast.

We're looking back on their original conversation, and then both Nate and Serena will be back next week to share where they’re at today, and their reactions from watching their original episode. They were incredibly honest, sometimes brutally honest, and also very sweet.

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187. “We’re worth $87M, Why are we arguing over credit card bills?”

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000

David (36) and Victoria (35) have been married for two years, yet their finances are largely separate. David is a startup founder—cash strapped and optimizing his monthly take home pay. Victoria is a wildly successful entrepreneur who struggles to appreciate her accomplishments. Despite their immense wealth, David and Victoria's money psychology is holding them back. Can they ditch their old money mindsets and embrace their rich life?

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186. “Was it a huge mistake to sell our house?”

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Meet Ava, 36, and Chris, 38. When it comes to their finances, they do not see eye to eye; and they’re stuck in a cycle of overspending. Ava is a worrier who uses a labor-intensive ledger to track expenses, taking tons of time and energy every month (although they’re still in debt). Chris doesn't like Ava's approach, but he's sick of fighting about it.

They just sold their house, and now they need my help to get on the same page before they make their next move. Can Ava and Chris set aside their finances and create a new way to talk about money together?

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185. “My fiancé has no savings at 43. Should we get married?”

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Dawn is 48, Richard is 43, and they’re living paycheck to paycheck. Although they're engaged, they’re struggling to combine their finances because of their varied pasts. Dawn is overspending on kids and grandkids, and Richard has deep scars from a financially devastating breakup. Can they move beyond their past money stories and get aggressive about investing for retirement?

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184. “I survived a plane crash. Is stressing about money really worth it?”

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Ryan is a 38-year-old Air Force pilot. Chloe is a 33-year-old economist. And though they are on track to have millions in retirement, they struggle to spend. Ryan has been criticizing every little purchase and agonizing over his looming retirement from the military. Chloe’s hoping they can put things in perspective and start enjoying their Rich Life, now.

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183. “I saved $5k for an engagement ring, but she secretly took the money”

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Michelle (33) and Matt (31) have been dating for seven years, but they’re stuck in relationship limbo, waiting to get married until Michelle deals with her financial problems. Michelle makes great income as a nurse, but she has a mountain of debt from student loans. Matt works in finance, and tries to help, but Michelle has loan payments and debts that he doesn’t even know about. Today we’ll see if we can unearth the root of these money problems so Michelle and Matt can take the next step in their relationship.

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182. “We’re $350k in debt & have no savings. Will I have to work until we die?”

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Don is 50, Tana is 48, and they’ve struggled to make ends meet their entire adult lives. They have a lot of debt, they’ve never really saved or thought they’d be able to retire… but their income has recently DOUBLED and they’re wondering how to manage the extra money. Throughout this conversation, as Don and Tana work to set aside their scarcity mindset, you’ll hear how hard it can be to change.

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181. “We argue about money daily b/c he can’t stop talking about Ramit”

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Nathan (35) and Linda (37) are arguing about money constantly due to Nathan’s anxiety and stress. He continually optimizes and re-optimizes their finances, worrying about retirement and the amount of money they’ll be leaving behind for their children. Nathan even applied to be on the show nine times in a row, and Linda just wants him to chill out. What will we learn from a couple that makes good money, but can’t stop stressing about it?

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180. "We have $30k in cc debt but insist on sending our son to private school"

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Alexis, 55, and Olivia, 54, are working towards their retirement so they can spend more time with their son. On paper, they’re in a good financial position, with a net worth of over $3 million… but they’re spending more than they make every single month. And, there’s a big secret to their wealth that they didn’t realize until this conversation.

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179. “He just turned 50 and we have no savings. I’m panicking.”

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Kate is a 43-year-old mom and homeschool teacher. Drew is a 50-year-old professor. They’re $480k in debt with no savings and no retirement plan. Kate is panicking—but Drew refuses to talk about it, and neither of them are willing to make big spending cuts or say “no” to their kids’ expenses.

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178. How to Get on the Same Page with Your Partner about Money

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Live from Seattle, I work with 2 couples on stage. Sophia is a 41 y/o ultrasound tech. Charley is a 40/yo filmmaker. They don’t combine finances because she can’t trust him with money. Megan, a 37/yo dentist, and Ryan, a 36 y/o software engineer, are worth $4.2M—but they still haggle over small purchases.

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177. “We’re stressed about cash flow—but I refuse to sell any of my 8 cars” (Part 2)

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Jason, 40, and Megan, 34, return to make a plan before Megan gives birth. Jason wants to pay off debt—but refuses to sell his 8 cars. Megan wants equal spending money—even though she’s making 0 income. They need to get on the same page before their family grows, but they’re running out of time.

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176. “I’m 8 mos pregnant. He only wants to talk about how much the baby will cost”

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Jason is a 40 y/o COO. Megan is a 34 y/o flight attendant and they’re about to have a baby. Megan wants to take 1 year maternity leave—Jason is stressing about how it will affect their finances. While they have a $3M net worth, they’re both in credit card debt and their lack of joint finances makes it hard to make a plan.

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175. “I make 5x my bf’s salary—but I’m about to lose my job”

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Mindy is a 39-year-old software consultant. Victor is a 25-year-old boxing gym owner. They have fundamentally different views on money, and it’s causing tension in their relationship. Mindy wants an equal partner, but Victor struggles to talk about money—and they won’t get married until they’re on the same page.

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174. “We make $300k but spend like we make $1M”

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000

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 maintain their adventurous lifestyle, but the reality of their finances is catching up. Can they change their mindset on money before it’s too late?

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173. “We spend 113% of what we make—but can’t do anything to fix it” (Part 2)

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000

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 fixed-costs percentage of 113%. Drastic changes are needed, but Michelle isn’t convinced anything can be done to save their outlook.

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172. “We saved for retirement but have no money to spend NOW” (Part 1)

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Michelle is 42, Ryan is 43. They’ve been married for 9 years and share three young children. Michelle worries about money; she always has. Ryan knows they’re in trouble, but can’t say no to their kids. On one income, spending outpaces earning—slowly draining their savings and weighing them down with dread over the future.

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171. “I got into a PhD program! But he’s only worrying about the cost”

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000

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 all, cost. It’s just one stark demonstration of how they’re misaligned on money, but many more examples come to light.

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170. “We’re worth $1M in our 30s, but we’re missing out on life”

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Noor, 32, and Jibran, 34, join me in our first ever recording in front of a live audience at my Philadelphia event. They make $250,000 in a low cost of living area. Noor wants to finally take a vacation and spend on things that make their life easier. Jibran would rather save, opting to cook and do chores himself.

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169. “We flew to Lisbon for Taylor Swift, but my $5 beer is the problem?”

Tue, 13 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Annie’s 39 and Emery is 43. Although they have a high combined income, Annie makes 5x more than Emery. This leads to frustration over small purchases, like an extra drink at dinner—while they’re on vacation in Europe. Emery also manages their two rental properties even though they earn $0. He’s desperate to sell, but Annie is convinced of their long term value.

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168. “I’m going to die with student loans. Why should I count them?”

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Emi, 32, and Antonio, 29, have been married for six years and have struggled with debt for even longer. Credit cards, personal loans, student loans, refinancing—Emi has kept her head in the sand through it all. Antonio doesn’t trust himself to fix it. Can they break the cycle for their daughter?

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167. “We took a loan to pay off our credit cards—and maxed them out again”

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Ashley is 29, Brandon is 30. They have been married for six years and have accumulated $261,000 in debt. Despite taking out a surrogate loan, they are still unable to have a baby. Ashley is desperate for a partner, but Brandon struggles to engage—at home, and in this conversation.

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166. “I’m embarrassed—we hid $10,000 cash in our closet for 3 years”

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Christina is 37 and Noah 35. They’re married with one young son and another on the way. They earn a very high income, but their decisions are clouded by stress over money and over the future. Noah plays dream crusher while Christina spins them down a rabbit hole of negative outcomes.

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165. “I make 10x my husband’s income. Will we ever feel like equals?”

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Geena is 44 and James 39. They live in Brooklyn where she works as a corporate attorney and he’s a freelance musician—resulting in a 10x income disparity. They travel a lot, but do they invest enough to retire with the lifestyle they want? And does James bring enough to their relationship?

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164. “I stress over money—but we’re seeing Taylor Swift in France tomorrow”

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Taylor is 39 and Steve is 42. They're married and live in New York City. Steve lost his job years ago, but has coasted without getting serious about his career. Taylor’s done the opposite—and now she’s ready to buy a home. Does Steve have what it takes to make a change for their future?

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163. “I work & watch my infant FT b/c we can’t afford childcare”

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0000

James and Nicole, 42 and 44, just had a second baby—but they weren’t prepared for the additional costs associated with a growing family. They spend 90% of what they make and struggle to afford childcare. Nicole’s maternity leave is ending – how will she balance work and raising an infant?

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162. “We panic over money—but spend $84K/year on travel and shopping”

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Paul, 33, and Maddie, 29, joined us in New York City for a live-recorded episode. She is a high earner, but worries about lifestyle creep. He recently left his job, and they’re treading water on one income.

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161. “He hid $77k in CC debt from me—but can’t tell me what he bought”

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 04:00:00 -0000

Jim and Dana are 58, five years into their second marriages, and coping with changes in their new lifestyle in different ways. Jim is set on providing as he follows patterns from his past, hiding tens of thousands in debt. Dana daydreams of her past in California—and the lifetime of alimony she passed up.

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160. “My entire paycheck goes to daycare. Should I stay home?”

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Live in NYC, Carlos and Amanda, 36 and 28, join the show to talk through a recurring issue in their relationship—her earning ability vs. the possibility of staying home with their kids. They recently moved out on their own and Carlos is in school to put himself in position for a higher income.

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159. “How can we raise 3 kids if she only makes $15k?”

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Caleb and Alex are both 27. They have one young child and foster two sisters, both of whom they intend to adopt soon. As children themselves, Caleb and Alex were immersed in missionary work in South America—an influence that colors how they see, feel, and act with money.

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158. “We have $2M, why can’t we retire?” (Part 2)

Tue, 28 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Rob and Adrienne are nearing retirement but worried about having enough. In Part 2, we dig into their Conscious Spending Plan to reveal a massively successful investment strategy that remains shrouded by deep lingering fears, $3 questions, and hard-to-break bad habits with money.

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157. “We spent $80,000 more than we made last year” (Part 1)

Tue, 21 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Adrienne and Rob are 59 and 62, and they are overcome with worry over whether or not they’ve amassed enough wealth to live comfortably, and apply Rich Life principles, in their retirement years. Adrienne’s head is in the clouds—dreamy and full of color. Rob lives in his (physical!) spreadsheets.

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156. "We have 2 kids, 3 cars...but only 1 month of savings" (Part 2)

Tue, 14 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000

In the second half of this live-recorded conversation with Paul and Morgan, 37 and 33, we dig deeper into their Conscious Spending Plan to uncover three cars (for two adults), sporadic debt management, high pet care costs, hidden student loans, and what seems like no way out from under it all.

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155. “We have $22k in cc debt—but I want to renovate the house” (Part 1)

Tue, 07 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Paul and Morgan, 37 and 33, find themselves in a painful loop of arguments and unchecked spending, putting the future of their young family at risk. We hear about destination concerts, ongoing renovations, and charged vacations—but it’s their fixed cost percentage that is most worrisome.

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154. “We’re drowning in debt, but I drive a BMW”

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Kevin and Michelle, 32 and 30, joined me live in New York City earlier this year for our very first in-person interview. They have one young child and another on the way, but they can’t stop spending. With low savings, their debt mounts while they both lease luxury vehicles.

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153. “We’re married. Why do I have to ask him for money?”

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Allison is 36 and Dan, 37. They’re married with two kids living in a HCOL mountain town—a market variable that’s influenced them to sell her condo and supercharge their retirement investments with the profits. The condo is listed for sale, but Dan doesn’t trust her enough to combine their finances.

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152. “The world is going to end. So why bother investing?”

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Fernando and Anushka, 30 and 31, live in San Diego and earn high incomes—matching $135,000 salaries, in fact. They have healthy investment and savings rates, send money to his family back home, and rent a nice apartment. They’re living their Rich Lives, or are they?

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151. “Our gas is about to get shut off, but I refuse to sell any of my 7 cars”

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Peter and Megan, 36 and 37, are married with no kids but severe financial stress threatens their future together. Peter has grown to resent Megan’s unwillingness to seek a higher income. He’s changed jobs, but won’t consider selling any of their seven vehicles to alleviate their stress.

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150. “We’re broke, but I spend $350/mo on clothes” (Part 2)

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0000

In part two with Elizabeth and Jonathan, 36 and 38, we continue unpacking their complicated personal backgrounds with money as they relate to current spending, investing, and saving habits. They’re stuck in a loop of debt and financial stress, but are they ready to make positive changes?

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149. “We have no savings but bought our kid a $500 toy for Christmas” (Part 1)

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Elizabeth and Jonathan are in their mid-thirties, have been married for 13 years, and share a young daughter. They bought a starter home after getting married, but expensive renovations are still underway. They struggle with debt and spend a lot on their child. They’re wondering—is this it?

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148. “We have 2 kids and $0 invested, but refuse to get 9-5 jobs”

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Callie and Travis, 36 and 39, have two kids and live in southern Texas near the ocean. They’ve made a conscious decision to run their own small businesses without the pressure of climbing a corporate ladder. But how relaxed is too relaxed? Callie is ready to get serious; is Travis?

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147. “I don’t trust him with money, so I check his cc accounts”

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Ashley and Christopher, 30 and 28, recently got engaged and look forward to planning a wedding, having kids, etc. But Christoper has lived with credit card debt his whole life. As an accountant, he feels like he’s got it under control. Ashley worries about what his spending means for their future.

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146. “I'm jealous when I see friends' vacations on Instagram”

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Erik is 44 and Andrea is 43. They’re trying to determine what to do with a bump in income. Andrea wants to save for college tuition, because that’s what her parents did. Erik’s did not, so he’d rather use it elsewhere. Can they overcome their inherited patterns and come together on a shared vision?

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145. “Am I a bad mom if we can’t do a $7k Disney trip?”

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Kristin is 32 and David is 38. They share five kids in a blended family and David is getting close to military retirement. The problem is their spending—fueled by emotions alone, they make purchase after purchase, soaring over set budgets and putting the future of their family at risk.

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144. “We make $245K. Why do I have to ask my wife for dinner money?”

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Brad and Angie, 55 and 56, are each 10 years into a second marriage. With six adult children out of the house, they’re planning to buy an RV and tour the country in as little as two years. Carrying credit card debt, student loans, a HELOC, mortgage, and only $3,000 saved—can they?

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143. “I maxed out my credit cards on our $45k wedding. Are we broke?”

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Amy and Tori are in their late 20s. They recently got married and honeymooned in Greece, racking up tens of thousands of dollars in credit card debt. A brand new house, changing jobs, and influential backgrounds all come into play as they work on a plan to pay it down.

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142. “We have a $2.3M net worth—but we cut coupons”

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Brian is 56 and Rachel is 51 and they’re both lawyers. She’s lost thousands on a financial advisor and he can’t stop paying his daughter’s rent. Brian wants to retire soon, but the thought of losing his income has Rachel in a panic about whether they would be able to maintain their lifestyle.

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141. “We only have $2k in savings but she can’t stop going to the mall”

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000

April and Kevin are in their mid thirties with two kids. They’ve been married for twelve years and Kevin recently came across a good book on finance—one which empowered him to learn more about their finances. What he found shocked him, and has driven deep cracks in their marriage.

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140. “He put our $1M into one risky investment. Will we lose it all?” (Part 2)

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Sandra, 46, and Brad, 48, return for Part 2 as we get our hands dirty with their incredible decision to invest $1,000,000—their entire net worth—into one oil operation. It’s paying out $20k a month right now, and Brad’s done his research to feel confident. But Sandra can’t handle the risk.

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139. “I’m afraid he’ll leave if I don’t stop stressing about the budget” (Part 1)

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Sandra is 46. Brad is 48. They have four children and are living a high lifestyle as a result of two generational income explosions tied to Brad’s work in the home lending industry. That variance, though, seeded issues in their money psychology—leading to risky investments and trust issues.

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138. “My wife doesn’t want me to take a $720k job offer”

Tue, 09 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Mel and Babu are both 33 year-old doctors. Babu’s nearly done with his training, putting a huge decision in front of them about where to live and how much he’ll earn. The income numbers are staggering, but how they both feel about money isn’t affected by the number in their bank account.

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137. “MLMs, crypto, real estate—I can’t stop falling for get-rich-quick schemes” (Part 2)

Tue, 02 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000

David, 33, and Halima, 37, return to follow-up on last week’s episode, where we learned about their debt, painful backgrounds, unrealistic expectations, and patterns of negative behavior with money. Today, Ramit brings them back down to earth, dissects their numbers, and sets the stakes.

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136. “We have $500k in debt. Can I retire early?” (Part 1)

Tue, 26 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0000

David's 33 and Halima's 37. They’re been married for one year, a second union for both. The deep emotional (and financial) scars from those past relationships tint how they see the world today, limiting their ability to cooperate and leading to ill conceived get-rich-quick schemes and mounting debt.

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135. "It could cost us $50k to have a baby. Can we afford it?"

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Kait is 36 and Em is 35. They’re married and pursuing IVF as a means to expand their family. But a misalignment on money stands in the way of a truly shared vision for their future. Em shuts down and delegates responsibility. Kait frantically checks accounts and worries about daily spending.

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134. “I make $24K a year but my truck costs $1,600+ a month” (Part 2)

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Part 2 with Becki and Dustin drops us right back into a contentious conversation about Dustin’s 6-wheeled truck, but his and Becki’s misalignment runs a lot deeper than that. Once their numbers are revealed, painful truths come to the light—and life altering changes are put on the table.

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133. "She has $7k in cc debt—just 3 months after I paid it off for her" (Part 1)

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Becki is 42, Dustin is 36. Becki moved to North Caroline from California two years ago, into Dustin’s house but is feeling disconnected from her family, like the space is still his, not shared. Her troubling credit card history keeps them from getting married and building a future together.

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132. “We’re $520k in debt—and he hid it from me”

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Cassandra, 40, and Aldo, 41, discovered Ramit on Netflix—which quickly led to Cassandra discovering the gruesome details of their debt. His goal was to shield her from stress. What he’s done instead is hide incalculable credit card balances, lose thousands on meme stocks, and so much more.

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131. “We’re worth $5.5M but I feel like it doesn’t belong to me”

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Matt is 40 and Ruane is 38. They have two kids and live in Toronto. They’ve done incredibly well for themselves, with an eye-popping net worth of $5,500,000—but lingering anxiety about money and the overwhelming responsibilities of parenthood have driven them apart.

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130. “I don’t trust him with spending. Do we have a future?”

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Alisa is 38 and Jesse is 42; they live in Portland with no kids and have been married for 10 years. Alisa has a growing sense of urgency related to their future–their lack of savings, modest investments, and credit card debt—fed by pressure from her family. But Jesse is hands-off with money.

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129. “We spend 154% of what we make, but I refuse to get a salary job” (Part 2)

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 11:06:00 -0000

Following up with Trin and Lucas, both 35, we chip away at an unmanageable fixed-costs percentage and broach Lucas’s unwillingness to seek salaried employment while navigating severe trust issues and a checkered past with respect to financial risk taking.

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128. “We have $285k in debt. Can we achieve financial freedom in 5 years?” (Part 1)

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Trin and Lucas are 35 with two kids. They’re bleeding money but they don’t know why, or how to fix it. Lucas is an extreme entrepreneur, leading to trust issues related to his shocking risk taking and lack of transparency. Matters are complicated further by a fixed-costs percentage of 150%+.

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127. “Our financial advisor almost cost us $800k. How do we fire them?”

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Jeff is 50, he’s a specialized surgeon. Susan is 48, she stays at home with their two kids. Their discretionary spending has grown over the years, ballooning at an uncontrollable rate. But their biggest issue is that they’re being taken advantage of by a percentage-based financial advisor.

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126. “We have $30k of CC debt. Why did we buy a $10k timeshare?” (Part 2)

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0000

It’s time to get tactical in this energetic follow-up episode with Cristina and Ron. Building on their story, we unpack their three most glaring money mistakes—a percentage-based financial advisor, whole and term life insurance, and a $10,000 timeshare vacation plan.

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125. “He’s so afraid of money he can’t log into his own bank account” (Part 1)

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Meet Cristina and Ron. Cristina's 30, Ron is 45, and they've been married for four years. Cristina wonders why she's the one managing money in their relationship, especially when Ron is older and he should be thinking about his retirement. We discover shocking surprises in their spending.

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124. “We make $113,500. Why do we feel poor?”

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Bebe and Paul are 37 and 40. They have two young kids and in the last few years, they have moved about ten times for various family reasons. They’re stuck in false narratives that are sinking their finances—unable to recognize the long term negative effects of their actions.

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123. Ramit’s travel tips, real estate FOMO, and talking to kids about money

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0000

This is a special solo episode where I answer questions from members of my Money Coaching program. In today’s episode: My favorite services that I use when I travel, how to handle FOMO when you're investing, and also how to handle traveling with other people.

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122. “I shouldn’t have to ask for $20 to get McDonalds for the kids”

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Doni and Cacey are 30 and 40 years old with three very young kids. Doni’s struggled with credit card debt in the past, putting pressure on Cacey to control their finances—in addition to being the family’s sole earner. Don’t miss the shocking twist to their money story at the end of the episode.

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121. “He wasn’t supposed to have student loans. Now he has $157k.”

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Alana and Sam, 37 and 36, have two kids and $157,000 in student loans—loans which his mother assured would be paid. They haven’t been. Instead, the debt has tripled since he left school. Their home life has suffered as a result, as the family currently lives with Sam’s mom to save money.

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120. “We have 3 kids, $1k saved, $0 invested. Is it too late for us?”

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Ana is 31 and Gabriel is 29. They have three young kids and will be celebrating their tenth wedding anniversary soon. This episode deals with addiction and recovery work, therapy, deep family influences, and imbalanced money dynamics. His money mindset is stuck in the past—but she needs his help.

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119. “He’s not ready for marriage. So why did we buy a house together?”

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Candace and Brad are 31 and 33. They’ve been together for five years—buying a home together after just one year of dating. Candace is ready for a wedding, kids, and family life; she’s getting impatient. Make sure you stick around for the absolutely shocking ending to their story.

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118. “Before kids, I made $20k/month. Now he wants me to be a housewife” (Part 2)

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0000

In part two of my conversation with Kara and Drake, we continue to peel back the layers of gender roles and lost identity which came to the surface last week. A reversal in earnings power, on top of inconsistent incomes, complicates things further as we untangle this complex web of emotion and expectation.

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117. “He earned $17k last month—but it's not enough” (Part 1)

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Kara and Drake are 38 and 37 with two infant children. Kara used to earn as much as $20k in a month, but has pulled back on work since becoming a mother—leading to painful identity issues. Drake has picked up the slack, but gender roles loom large in their at-home dynamic.

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116. “She manages the money. I ignore it. What’s the problem?”

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Carrie and Taylor are both 33, unmarried with no kids, earning good incomes in the Nashville area. Their CSP checks out—Carrie does a great job managing their money—but she’s no longer willing to do it alone. Taylor’s upbringing taught him to ignore it. Can he be convinced to change his ways?

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115. “We’ve fought about money for 29 years. Is it time for divorce?”

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Kevin and Ebony are both 52. They have two kids, both young adults, and have turned their attention to retirement planning. But standing in the way are $135,000 of debt, a recurring issue, and 29 years of deeply ingrained negative communication patterns when it comes to money.

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114. “Why did we spend $40K on trips we can't afford?”

Tue, 25 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Emily and John are in their mid 30s, living in Boston with their 2 year old son. Both coming from blue collar backgrounds, they’ve successfully broken many negative generational patterns thanks to a $200k combined income—but they struggle to break harmful spending habits.

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113. “I feel like the parent in our marriage. And I hate it”

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Nicole and Matt, 41 and 37, have weathered deaths in the family, a battle with alcoholism, and career difficulties to finally be on the right track and earning more income as a couple. But, the past has left them with trust issues and a stark imbalance when it comes to money responsibilities.

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112. “I pretend I want to change. But I refuse to do anything different”

Tue, 11 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0000

This conversation with Mike and Kate brings a completely new, and shocking, outcome to the podcast. They’re 29 and 32, with some massive life changes on the horizon. But they can’t save any money and lack the financial discipline to make real change for the sake of their family.

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111. “We rushed into buying a $730K house. Now I can’t sleep at night”

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Jonathan and Shalom are young, 31 and 27, married for 5 years and getting used to a big addition to their lives—a rushed home purchase in the Pacific Northwest that tints their relationship with conflict. Jonathan buries himself in the numbers. Shalom buries her head in the sand.

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110. “My boyfriend doesn’t care about money. Will I ever feel secure?”

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Jake and Hannah bring a younger perspective to the podcast today. 26 and 31 respectively, they find themselves in different seasons of life—especially when it comes to money. Hannah is about to have her own practice as a therapist while Jake is a ski instructor. Can they connect?

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109. Where Are They Now? Netflix Reunion with Donnell and Monique

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000

In this special limited series, we’re following up with couples from my Netflix show, How To Get Rich. Tune in to hear what’s new, what isn’t, and where their money conversations have gone since our taping. Today, we check in with Donnell and Monique on their debt, the storage unit, and more.

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108. “We achieved FIRE with $4.3M. Why can’t we enjoy it?”

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Mindy and Carl are in their early 50s with two teenage children and a successful track record flipping real estate that’s helped them build a $4.3M fortune. But as devoted members of the Financial Independence community, they struggle to talk, think, and spend it in healthy ways.

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107. Guilt-free travel: How to plan, save, and spend on amazing vacations

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Jack and Christina were a perfect example of how not to travel—racking up credit card debt, booking late on a whim, and without emotional buy-in from one partner. In this deep dive episode, I go A to Z on how to plan, save, book, and enjoy vacation experiences the Rich Life way.

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106. “I’m about to make $300k but we might have to live in our car”

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Jack and Christina are 33, both born in Russia. With two young kids, they’re looking ahead to number three and to buying a home. But they have $0 saved and $87,500 in credit card debt that they can only pay minimums on right now. Christina’s income triples soon, can it solve everything?

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105. What’s the point of tracking every penny?: Ramit’s 3 Lessons from Ep 104

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Don’t miss Tuesday’s episode with Stacey and Jesse—where we uncovered severe imbalances in their relationship dynamic. Today, Ramit breaks down three main themes from that conversation, covering their complex budgeting system, covering for a partner’s passing, and spending on health and wellness.

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104. “We’re worth $1.25M, so why is he afraid to get a $15 gym membership?”

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Stacey is 37 and Jesse is 38. They’ve been together for 18 years, married for 11. They started with nothing, but now they make $238,000 a year. Their numbers are healthy, maybe even too good. So what’s the problem? Stacy’s designed their financial system with no room for Jesse to participate in it.

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103. It’s time to cut off your son: Ramit’s 3 Lessons from Ep 102

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Today marks our first ever reaction episode, where Ramit breaks down each Tuesday’s conversation to give IWT listeners a deep dive on specific tactics, themes, and patterns. This week, we have the fascinating Janis and Michael. Make sure to stream episode 102 to catch up.

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102. “If he doesn’t stop supporting our 31-year old son, we won’t be able to retire”

Tue, 30 May 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Janis and Michael have been married for 39 years. They share two adult children; the first is a therapist that recommended coming on the podcast. The second continues to take advantage of them financially. Their story is heartbreaking, totally unique—concerning, but far from hopeless.

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101. Where Are They Now? Netflix Reunion with Millie and Christian

Thu, 25 May 2023 10:00:00 -0000

In this special limited series, we’re following up with couples from my Netflix show, How To Get Rich. Tune in to hear what’s new, what isn’t, and where their money conversations have gone since our taping. Today, we check in with Millie and Christian on the MLM, gambling stock, and more.

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100. 100th Episode Special: Top 5 Can’t-Miss Moments

Tue, 23 May 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Celebrating 100 episodes of the I Will Teach You To Be Rich Podcast, we look and listen back to five of Ramit’s favorite can’t miss episodes covering: Disparate incomes, Credit card debt, Living beyond one’s means, Reverse gender roles, and High income problems.

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99. Where Are They Now? Netflix Reunion with Drew

Thu, 18 May 2023 10:00:00 -0000

In this special limited series, we’re following up with couples from my Netflix show, How To Get Rich. Tune in to hear what’s new, what isn’t, and where their money conversations have gone since our taping. Today, we check in with Drew to see if he’s been more honest with his partner, Mikey.

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98. “We make $280,000. Why does he keep shooting down my dreams?”

Tue, 16 May 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Sarah and Charlie are in their mid 30s living in Mexico City. They are foodies who love to travel, married for 5 years and earning in the top 1% for their location. Sarah has big dreams, but Charlie holds them both back – a dynamic we learn is seen, and heard, elsewhere in their lives.

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97. Where Are They Now? Netflix Reunion with Frank

Thu, 11 May 2023 10:00:00 -0000

In this special limited series, we’re following up with couples from my Netflix show, How To Get Rich. Tune in to hear what’s new, what isn’t, and where their money conversations have gone since our taping. Today, we check in with Frank to hear how he’s adapting to life as a full-time influencer.

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96. “We have $4,600 in credit card debt but we spend $600/month on GrubHub”

Tue, 09 May 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Jennifer and Andrew are in their 30s with 2 kids. They have been married for 11 years, but they speak different languages when it comes to money, deeply stuck in scripts from contrasting family backgrounds. Can they learn to come together in joy for the sake of their family?

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95. Where Are They Now? Netflix Reunion with Nathalie

Thu, 04 May 2023 10:00:00 -0000

In this special limited series, we’re following up with couples from my Netflix show, How To Get Rich. Tune in to hear what’s new, what isn’t, and where their money conversations have gone since our taping. Today, we check in with Nathalie to learn if she's curbed her spending at all.

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94. “We paid off all our debt. Why do I still feel so guilty about money?”

Tue, 02 May 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Kate is 28 and Christine is 33. They’re married, living in the Detroit area with their nine-month old son. They’ve paid off credit card debt, sold their Ford at a profit, got out from a bad house purchase, and generally are doing extremely well for their ages. So why are they so anxious?

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93. Where Are They Now? Netflix Reunion with Amani and Matt

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0000

In this special limited series, we’re following up with couples from my Netflix show, How To Get Rich. Tune in to hear what’s new, what isn’t, and where their money conversations have gone since our taping. Today, we check in with Amani and Matt, from their new dream home in San Diego.

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92. “I make $33,000/month. He makes $3,500. When is he going to step it up?” (Part 2)

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Nicole and Jorden, 30 and 34, return for Part 2, where we unpack the deep emotional wounds caused by their lack of clear and honest communication about money. She earns 10X his income, but the hidden stories and assumptions at play are what threaten the future of their relationship.

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91. “I helped pay off his $30k+ credit card debt and he didn’t even care” (Part 1)

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Nicole and Jorden are in their 30s and have been dating for four years. Nicole recently graduated from college, jumping into an orthodontics career starting at $400,000 a year. Jorden’s failed personal training business, and lack of resolve to improve his situation, have her questioning everything.

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90. How do I stop feeling guilty about money? Ramit answers your questions

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0000

This is a special solo episode where I answer questions from members of my Money Coaching program. In today’s episode: How to stop feeling guilty about spending, how to deal with peer pressure around your finances, and what to do if you worry about investing.

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89. “He won’t marry me until I pay off my $15,000 credit card debt”

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0000

DJ and Adam, 37 and 33, have been dating for 3 years but DJ’s debt stands in the way of their potential marriage, as dictated by Adam, who’s been divorced in the past due to money issues. DJ recently doubled her income – and she has all the tools – but she’s frozen, unaccountable, and losing time.

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88. “We own 7 properties. Why can't we pay for groceries?”

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Natalie and Travis are in their 40s, living in SoCal with their four kids. Travis is a career military man, imprinting him with some pretty understandable tendencies toward conservatism with money. He’s saved and invested heavily for decades, but it’s left him without the muscle memory to enjoy what he’s built.

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87. “We’re in $400,000 of debt, but we can’t say no to our kids”

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Kenna and Ryan are 36 and 45. Up until recently, Ryan worked and Kenna stayed home with their kids. Now, with that earning dynamic flipped, they’re facing new challenges with how they spend and save—especially when it comes to their children.

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86. “I make $450,000/year from YouTube. My husband is ashamed he can’t match my success”

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Darby and Kirsty, 27 and 25, are professional YouTubers. While Kirsty’s art tutorial channel explodes in profitability, Darby’s efforts lag behind in viewership and earnings, creating a stark contrast in their money dynamic. He feels he doesn’t deserve comfort. She waits for her success to vanish.

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