Smart Money Happy Hour with Rachel Cruze and George Kamel

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Pull up a chair to the happy hour you wish your friends were having. Mix two money experts with some hot takes and a splash of nostalgia, and you get Rachel Cruze and George Kamel talking unfiltered about what’s going on in the world, pop culture, and how to afford a life you love.

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205 episodes
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Feb 23, 2023 · 38 min
Influencer . . . Modern-Day Dream Job or Money Pit?
We’re covering the ins and outs of social media influencing—is it a realistic side hustle? Listen to hear Rachel and George cover popular internet lingo and find out how likely you are to make it as a successful influencer.
Feb 16, 2023 · 29 min
What Americans Are Asking Google and ChatGPT About Us—and Money
Technology, personal finance, jury duty—Rachel and George cover some hard-hitting topics as they answer the internet’s most popular “How to get out of . . .” questions (and also share a few thoughts on the Wendy’s franchise). You don’t want to miss this one!
Feb 9, 2023 · 40 min
Football vs. Finance: What the Big Game Is Costing America (and You)
Goooo sports! It’s almost time for the big matchup between the Eagles and the Chiefs––or as George likes to think of it: cheesesteaks vs. BBQ. Whether you’re a football fan or a Rihanna stan, we’re breaking down how this all-American tradition is bound to give you (and maybe your budget) some sticker shock.
Feb 2, 2023 · 34 min
“Spare” Change: Prince Harry’s 8-Figure Book Deal (and Our Takeaways)
Rachel and George are here to unpack Prince Harry’s tell-all memoir, Spare. Find out if Meghan is really to blame for all the drama, whether or not Harry is a fan of The Crown, and what multimillion-dollar celebrity book deals have to do with you.
Jan 26, 2023 · 33 min
What “Bennifer” and Other Power Couples Prove About Money
Some things––and people––are just better together! (Tomdaya, anyone? 😍) Rachel and George ask what defines a power couple and why unity is such a key ingredient in building wealth.
Jan 19, 2023 · 30 min
The Pink Tax: Does Life Really Cost More for Women?
A red and blue debate in this episode? No thanks. Pink? Absolutely! 💕 Rachel Cruze and George Kamel discuss the pink tax and investigate other gender-related price differences in everyday products.
Jan 12, 2023 · 36 min
2022’s Biggest Pop Culture Moments (With Even Bigger Price Tags)
Last year’s iconic pop culture moments don’t just jiggle, jiggle––they fold! From Harry Styles’ world tour to Inventing Anna to the Depp-Heard trial, Rachel and George break down the money moves behind 2022’s major trends and memories.
Jan 5, 2023 · 35 min
A Magic Salary for Happiness? (And a Tell-All From People Earning It)
Maybe you can slap a price tag on happiness! 🤑 Rachel and George crunch the numbers on actual budgets from people making the “ideal” salary according to science to see if we are miserable because of our mindset or our money.
Dec 29, 2022 · 31 min
The REAL Reason Concerts Are So Expensive (Taylor’s Version)
Is Ticketmaster the reason for the teardrops on your guitar? Rachel Cruze and George Kamel reveal why concert tickets are so expensive and how you can see your favorite artists without busting your budget.
Dec 22, 2022 · 32 min
Mariah, Dolly, Darlene, Lindsay and the "Christmas Queen" Controversy
Are Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You” royalties enough to crown her Little Miss Queen of Christmas? Rachel and George check out the competition and decide for themselves who the real winner is. 👸🎄💰
Dec 15, 2022 · 39 min
The Shocking Cost of Tying the Knot (and a Better Way to Spend Your Money)
Can you hear the wedding bells? Whether you’re getting married, in a bridal party, or still wondering why you didn’t get a plus one 🤔, Rachel Cruze and George Kamel talk all things weddings and how to celebrate big without going broke.
Dec 8, 2022 · 28 min
Son of a Nutcracker! Hidden Money Messages in Classic Christmas Movies
Christmas movies are gifts that keep on . . . giving us money lessons? 🤔🎄💰 Rachel and George break down the hidden financial wisdom in all your favorites, from It’s a Wonderful Life to Reese Witherspoon and Vince Vaughn’s Four Christmases.
Dec 1, 2022 · 33 min
Love Is Blind’s Best (and Most Cringeworthy) Money Lessons
Whether you know what the “clementine controversy” is or not, there are still plenty of money lessons to learn from Netflix’s reality megahit Love Is Blind! 😍 Listen in as Rachel and George serve up a candid play-by-play of the show’s best money moments.
Nov 24, 2022 · 22 min
Safe Thanksgiving Conversation Starters (Plus How to Survive Black Friday)
Cringey family convos with a side of dry turkey? 😵‍💫 No thanks! Rachel and George invite Dr. John Delony to happy hour so we can all learn to ask better (and safer) questions this holiday season.
Nov 17, 2022 · 25 min
We Confess Our Biggest Money Mistakes (LIVE From Dallas)
Join as Rachel Cruze and George Kamel host Smart Money Happy Hour LIVE for the first time ever! From the SMART Conference stage in Dallas, Texas, find out which common (and costly) money mistakes get the best of us and our favorite celebs.
Nov 10, 2022 · 35 min
Are Celeb Products Worth the Hype? (Why We’re ALL Shopping Under Their *Influence*)
Vinyl, skin care and tequila, oh my! Rachel and George spill their thoughts on celeb products, cool kid brands and how to swap FOMO for JOMO (the joy of missing out).
Nov 3, 2022 · 29 min
Scroll With Caution! How to Spot Bad Money Advice on Social
Social media money advice? It can get a little sus. 🤨 Join Rachel and George as they sip, scroll and share candid reactions to the wild world of #FinTok (Financial TikTok)! Plus, they’ll share pro tips for sorting the good advice from the bad.
Oct 27, 2022 · 32 min
Your Permission to Be Shamelessly Bougie (and How to Afford It)
We’re flying first class today, friends. Join as Rachel Cruze and George Kamel get vulnerable about their bougiest habits (on a budget), give their candid thoughts on what the rich and famous shamelessly spend and save on, and reveal their personal wealth-building plans.
Oct 20, 2022 · 39 min
The True Cost of Being on Reality TV (And Why You Should Care)
Fill up your Stanley cup, friends—things are about to get spicy! Join Rachel Cruze and George Kamel as they talk trash TV, why being on The Bachelor will make you broke, and the financial strategy reality stars should use if they win big.
Oct 13, 2022 · 37 min
Guilt-Tipping: How to Deal With an Absurd Tipping Culture
Do you want to leave a tip with that . . . and that . . . and also that? Rachel and George talk current tipping trends giving Americans anxiety and why true generosity can’t be forced.

Smart Money Happy Hour with Rachel Cruze and George Kamel

Influencer . . . Modern-Day Dream Job or Money Pit?

What Americans Are Asking Google and ChatGPT About Us—and Money

Football vs. Finance: What the Big Game Is Costing America (and You)

“Spare” Change: Prince Harry’s 8-Figure Book Deal (and Our Takeaways)

What “Bennifer” and Other Power Couples Prove About Money

The Pink Tax: Does Life Really Cost More for Women?

2022’s Biggest Pop Culture Moments (With Even Bigger Price Tags)

A Magic Salary for Happiness? (And a Tell-All From People Earning It)

The REAL Reason Concerts Are So Expensive (Taylor’s Version)

Mariah, Dolly, Darlene, Lindsay and the "Christmas Queen" Controversy

The Shocking Cost of Tying the Knot (and a Better Way to Spend Your Money)

Son of a Nutcracker! Hidden Money Messages in Classic Christmas Movies

Love Is Blind’s Best (and Most Cringeworthy) Money Lessons

Safe Thanksgiving Conversation Starters (Plus How to Survive Black Friday)

We Confess Our Biggest Money Mistakes (LIVE From Dallas)

Are Celeb Products Worth the Hype? (Why We’re ALL Shopping Under Their *Influence*)

Scroll With Caution! How to Spot Bad Money Advice on Social

Your Permission to Be Shamelessly Bougie (and How to Afford It)

The True Cost of Being on Reality TV (And Why You Should Care)

Guilt-Tipping: How to Deal With an Absurd Tipping Culture

Are Celeb Products Worth the Hype? (Why We’re ALL Shopping Under Their Influence)