Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Healthcare Open Enrollment Tips for 2026 and a Catch-Up Plan for Retirement
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how to pick the right health plan for your situation and build a stronger retirement even if y...
How to Budget Better With Your Partner and Why Scam Calls Are Surging
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how to spot shutdown-era scams and build a budget that works even when you and your partner di...
Big Event Budgeting and Credit Monitoring: What to Know Before You Swipe
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how to get and read your free credit reports and spot red flags so you can protect your score ...
Invest or Pay Down Debt? Plus How to Save Big This Holiday Season
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how to handle holiday shopping in an increasingly expensive spending environment. Plus, lightn...
Are You Covered? Hidden Gaps in Life Insurance That Could Cost Your Family
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how to choose term vs whole life insurance and calculate your coverage so your family stays pr...
What Home Sellers Can Legally Hide and How to Master Irregular Bills
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how to plan for surprise bills and what to ask about a home’s past so your budget and buying...
Feeling Burned Out? How to Know When to Quit Your Job — and What to Do First
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how your habits and the cash and cards in your wallet reveal your money mindset, then learn ho...
What Fewer Earnings Reports Could Mean for Investors and How to Teach Kids About Money (Video Episode)
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special video episode, learn what proposed stock market rule changes could mean for your por...
Watch the Nerds Sweat It Out: Hot Wings Meet Hot Money Takes (Video Episode)
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special video episode, Sean and Elizabeth and special guests eat spicy wings and share hot t...
Budget Rehab: What Our Hosts’ Spending Reveals About Smarter Money Moves
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special video episode, Sean and Elizabeth give each other a “budget rehab,” revealing th...
Stop Overpaying With Miles: The Redemption Rules Smart Travelers Use in 2025
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In a special presentation of Smart Travel, learn what your points and miles are really worth in 2025...
Stay Ahead of a Government Shutdown and Learn How to Invest Extra Money Wisely
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how to prepare for a government shutdown and where to put $600 a month after building your eme...
Preparing Finances for Fall and How to Help Parents Who Haven’t Saved Enough
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how to prepare your finances for fall and support aging parents who have limited retirement sa...
The Fed Just Cut Rates — Here’s How to Make the Most of It (Plus: How to Freeze Your Credit)
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how the Fed rate cut impacts loans and savings, then find out when to freeze your credit and h...
Tap to Pay, Tap to Overspend? Mobile Wallet Traps and Money Conversations That Pay Off
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn if digital wallets make you overspend and how simple habits can help you stay on budget. How ...
AI Stocks May Be in a Bubble, and Car Prices Could Rise Soon — Here’s What to Know
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how to think about AI stocks and decide if now’s the time to buy a car, including how to cho...
Estate Planning Made Simple and How to Handle Family Loans
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how to build a simple estate plan and lend or repay family money without hurting your relation...
Why Refis Are Spiking and How to Optimize Your 401k Target-Date Fund for Long-Term Growth
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn when a refi saves money and how target-date funds work, including fees and when to pick a late...
Smart Buying Tips from Your Mama’s Kitchen and How to Change Banks Wisely
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Find out when it’s worth splurging on kitchen gear and how to switch banks without losing your fin...
How to Talk Finances Before Cohabitating, and Why Coffee and Tea Prices Are Surging
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Before cohabiting, how do you talk about finances without conflict? Plus: the global forces pushing ...
Bank Account Denied? Overcome Verification Hurdles and Maximize Sign-Up Bonuses
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn about banking blacklists and how to decide when sign-up bonuses are worth your time and money....
Budget Rehab: Can a Family Rebuild Their Emergency Fund and Still Afford the Life They Want?
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Nerds debut a new Budget Rehab segment, dissecting a real family’s budget to reveal strategies...
How to Pay Less for Your Prescriptions and Brace for a Health Insurance Shake-Up
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how to cut prescription costs and prepare for steep health insurance hikes if ACA tax credits ...
What Happens When You Trade Your Home for a Debt-Free Start?
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is tapping your home equity ever a smart way to reset your finances? One listener’s story reveals ...
Stop Living by One-Size-Fits-All Budgets — and Paying for One-Size-Fits-All Financial Advice
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Understand how to assess when financial advisor fees are worth it and how to rethink personal financ...
Here’s What Tariffs Could Cost You (Plus: Downgrade or Ditch Your Premium Card?)
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Understand how new tariffs may hit your wallet and whether premium credit card fees are still worth ...
More Money, More Priorities: Don’t Let a Bigger Paycheck Go to Waste
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New job, more income — now what? Hear how one listener is managing his Roth IRA, health savings ac...
Does Medical Debt Impact Your Credit Score? And How Much Do You Really Need To Save for a Home
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How to protect your credit from medical debt and choose the right way to save for a home down paymen...
The Right Way to Respond to Fraud, Plus Learn How Robo-Investing Works
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how to dodge scams to protect your money, then understand how to compare robo vs. traditional ...
Housing Market in Flux: Should You Buy Now Before Prices Shift? (Plus: How Teens Can Build Credit)
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Find out where the housing market's headed and how to help your teen build smart credit habits early...
Savings Bonds Explained: When to Buy, When to Cash In, and If They’re Still Worth It
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Budget better for group trips and explore if savings bonds still deserve a spot in your long-term in...
SALT Cap Raised, Clean Energy Credits Ending: Adapt Your Finances to the “Big, Beautiful Bill”
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn what the One Big Beautiful Bill Act means for your taxes, benefits, and financial planning. Th...
Smart Planning Sessions: Go “Work Optional” and Move Retirement Funds Penalty-Free (Plus: Your Midyear Money Check-In)
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this month’s Smart Planning segment, a financial advisor discusses how to transfer retirement f...
Buy Now, Pay Later Comes at a Price: Credit Score Risks You Need to Know (Plus: $124k Windfall Tips)
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Understand how Buy Now, Pay Later financing options affect your credit and learn smart strategies fo...
Amazon Prime Day Hacks and Budgeting Tips for Emotional Shoppers
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how to approach Amazon Prime day without blowing your budget and hear how you can start to und...
How to Retire Early and Live Abroad: Your Guide to Making FIRE Last (Plus: 2025 Gas Prices Explained)
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how to navigate gas prices this summer, then hear how to make your money work after retiring e...
Overcome Emotional Spending and Spot Job Scams That Could Cost You Thousands
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how to reset spending habits after emotional setbacks and protect yourself from job scams that...
Escape the Infinite Workday Trap (Plus: How to Grow $200/Month Into $300K)
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Get tips to reclaim your time from the “infinite workday,” then learn how to build retirement sa...
Your Housing Questions Answered: Down Payments, Mortgage Recasting, and Buying in Tough Markets
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Explore strategies to strengthen your finances and get smart answers to common home buying and mortg...
Are You Saving Enough in 2025? What the Data Says About Falling Short (Plus: Where to Keep Conservatorship Funds)
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn whether you’re saving enough money in 2025. Then, learn where to keep conservatorship funds ...
Smart Planning Sessions: Digging Out of $36K in Debt — Without Derailing Retirement
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this month’s Smart Planning segment, a financial advisor discusses how to build a smarter debt ...
Will AI Take Your Job — or Just Your Time? Plus, Rebuilding Credit After Debt Consolidation
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how to use AI to boost your career and finances — plus, what to do when debt consolidation t...
How to Negotiate a Raise in a Tough Economy (w/ Brown Ambition’s Mandi Money)
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how to negotiate higher pay and choose between Roth vs. traditional retirement accounts with c...
Economic Chaos and Car Costs: How to Weigh Risks in Uncertain Times
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn how to keep calm and carry on with smart money moves and car buying plans amid tariffs, market...
Recover from Vacation Overspending and Avoid Costly Rental Property Management Mistakes
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Reset your vacation budget and learn about the real work it takes to manage a rental property as a n...
What to Do When the U.S. Gets Downgraded and Your Travel Credit Card Stops Paying Off
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn what a U.S. credit downgrade means for your portfolio, plus find out when it might be time to ...
Should You Keep Your Old Home? The Financial Case for Selling vs. Renting
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Planning a big move? Learn how to decide whether you should sell or rent your home and fund your nex...
How to Prepare for Stagflation and Make Your Insurance Work Harder
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn what stagflation could mean for your finances and how to tell if you need life insurance. Do ...
Smart Planning Sessions: Investing Through Uncertainty and Planning for Early Retirement Abroad
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
In this month’s Smart Planning segment, a financial advisor discusses when it might make sense to ...
Is 'Made in the USA' Still Worth It with Tariffs? Plus: Best Accounts for Your Home Repair Savings
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
When is buying “Made in the USA” worth it? Plus, learn where to stash savings for home repairs t...
Start Feeling Better About Money Today and Learn How to Manage Finances After a Layoff
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn how to navigate job loss and reshape your money mindset to feel more in control — emotionall...
Are We in a Recession? What the Data Says—and How to Protect Your Finances
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn what a shrinking GDP means for you. Plus: how to handle your HSA if your employer stops contri...
Spend Smarter This Wedding Season: Travel, Tipping, and More, (featuring The Knot)
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn smart ways to budget for your wedding and how to navigate tipping expectations without overspe...
How to Keep Your Credit Strong During Economic Shifts and Know If You’re Ready to Buy a Home
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn what rising delinquencies mean for your finances, plus how to decide if you're truly ready to ...
Smart Planning Sessions: When is it OK to Stop Saving? (Plus: Spring Cleaning Your Finances)
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
In a new Smart Planning segment, a finance expert tackles retirement goals and savings questions wit...
Less Spending Power, More Debt? Navigate a Declining Dollar and Make Progress on Credit Card Bills
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn how a weakening U.S. dollar affects your wallet and how you can escape the cycle of never-endi...
Michele Norris Shares Kitchen Must-Haves and the Nerds Break Down Switching Banks for Better Rates
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Find out when it’s worth splurging on kitchen gear and how to switch banks without losing your fin...
Strategies for Navigating Market Swings and Leveraging Home Equity Wisely
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn how to stay calm during market volatility and whether a HELOC or cash-out refi makes sense for...
How To Have a Better Relationship With Money and Maximize Every Dollar
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn how to explore your money beliefs and take real steps toward saving and investing, even on a t...
Car Prices, Tariffs, and Trade-Offs: What to Know Before You Buy or Move Out
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn how tariffs could impact car prices and how to know when it’s OK to spend instead of save. ...
Last-Minute Tax Questions Answered and Tips for Keeping Your Financial Documents Safe
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn how to store all your important documents and get some last-minute tips for filing your taxes....
401(k) vs. Brokerage Account: Which Is Better for Retirement Savings? Plus, the National Debt Explained
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn about the U.S. national debt and how it impacts economics and what options to explore if your ...
How to Build Wealth Right Now and How Couples Can Align on Financial Goals
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn the truth behind myths about building wealth, plus hear from a couple looking to align on fi...
How to Get Ready for a Recession and Choose Enough Car Insurance
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn how to prepare for a possible recession and make sure your car insurance coverage is enough to...
From Broker to Budget: How to Buy or Sell a Home in 2025
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn how to budget for a mortgage, compare lenders, and prep for home buying or selling in today’...
Managing the Job Market and Your Parents’ Finances: Tips for the Sandwich Generation
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn how to juggle finances for aging parents and kids, plus what the latest labor market data mean...
How to Budget for Trips: When to Book and How to Avoid Hidden Fees
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn how to budget for travel, save on flights, and maximize credit card rewards for your next trip...
What to do When Groceries Cost More and Retirement Feels Out of Reach
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn why tariffs are driving up prices and how you can still save money. Plus, how to catch up on r...
Can AI Really Manage Your Money? Plus: The Truth About Roth Conversions
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn how AI can help you budget, invest, and build financial knowledge. Then, get expert insights o...
How Tariffs Could Impact Your Retirement and What to Know for 2025 Taxes
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn how to respond to market volatility, the risks of private credit investing, and key tax update...
How to Get Your Finances Ready for a Crisis and Tackle Debt Smarter
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn how to prepare financially for uncertain times and balance debt payoff with saving for emergen...
Egg Prices, Greenwashing, and Smarter Ways to Invest
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn what’s causing egg prices to rise so dramatically, then explore ethical investing and how to...
Behavioral Finance Mistakes That Hurt Your Portfolio and What “Good” Returns Look Like
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn how behavioral biases impact your investments and what a “good” return from your portfolio...
Welcome to NerdWallet's Smart Money Podcast
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Hosts Sean Pyles, CFP®, and Elizabeth Ayoola are here to answer your biggest financial questions an...
Marriage and Money Myths — and Why the Economy Feels 'Off'
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Understand the financial pros and cons of marriage, from taxes to credit scores, and how it impacts ...
Why Traditional Budgeting Fails and What’s Missing from Your Money Plan
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn how values-based spending can help you curb impulse buys, avoid financial blindspots, and reth...
Cross-Country Moving Tips and What a CFPB Shutdown Could Mean for You
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn what a CFBP shutdown could mean for consumers, plus how to financially manage a cross-country ...
Debt in the Dating World and Retirement Planning for Entrepreneurs and Business Owners
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn how debt affects dating, plus expert advice on retirement planning for business owners navigat...
Will New Tariffs and Tax Rules Cost You? (Plus: Travel Rewards & Roth IRA Tips)
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Get the latest on tariffs, federal spending and the CFPB shake-up — plus answers to your travel cr...
Introducing Smart Travel: Upgrade Your Getaways, a NerdWallet Podcast
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Do you need a vacation from planning your vacation? Before you budget, learn how to get the most out...
The Price Isn’t Right: How to Stop Overspending and Stay Debt-Free
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Break free from debt cycles and rethink your spending habits with tips on no-buy challenges and fina...
Is It Time to Leave Your Job? Tips for Smart Moves and Strategic Growth
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn how to decide if it’s time to change jobs or careers and understand how to strategize before...
Rising Insurance Costs and Choosing the Best Savings Account for Your Money
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn how rising climate risks impact home insurance costs and compare high-yield savings against mo...
2025 Real Estate Trends: What Homebuyers and Sellers Need to Know
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn how to navigate the 2025 housing market with tips for buyers and sellers facing high rates, pr...
The Best Financial Products of 2025 and Investing in Collectibles
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn how to pick the best financial tools for investing, mortgages, and travel rewards to meet your...
Simple Steps to Budget Better and Manage Credit With Confidence
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn how to create an effective budget and manage credit responsibly to build a strong financial fo...
Disaster-Resistant Finances: What to Do Before and After Catastrophes
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn how to prepare financially for natural disasters with practical tips on planning, saving, and ...
What to Know About Managing Money Before Traveling or Living Abroad
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn actionable strategies to tackle credit card debt and ways to manage your money while traveling...
From Meme Stocks to Index Funds: A 2025 Investing Guide
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Welcome to NerdWallet’s Smart Money podcast, where we answer your real-world money questions. In t...
Stop Scrolling, Start Saving: Better Habits and Budgets for 2025
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn how to budget irregular income, set sustainable financial goals, and curb mindless spending fo...
Regret Less, Save More: How to Make Smarter Money Moves in 2025
02 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn how to tackle financial regrets, set achievable money goals, and make 2025 your best year fina...
Live Financial Planning Session: Expert Budgeting and Spending Tips
30 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Hear an actual financial planning session where a CFP advises a listener on transforming her budget ...
Net Worth and Chill: How Your Wealth Measures Up and Vivian Tu’s Tips for Financial Success
26 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn how to assess your net worth, compare it wisely, and build a financial strategy to meet your l...
Deck the Bills: Smart Spending and Credit Tips for the Holidays
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn how to avoid holiday shopping pitfalls and quickly improve your credit, with ideas for restori...
Crush Debt or Grow Investments? How to Make the Best Choice for You
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn how to tackle credit card debt, build savings, and decide between debt payoff and investing fo...
Swindled or Safe? Improve Your Scam Awareness and Protect Your Finances
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn how financial scammers exploit emotions and how you can protect your finances from their lates...
End-of-Year IRA Fixes Before Tax Time: Roth Contribution and Correction Strategies
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Discover how to embrace “lazy” money management, maximize Roth IRA contributions and fix over-co...
Cash or Mortgage? Navigating Home Equity and Title Agency Shopping
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn how to think about major homebuying decisions like shopping for title agencies, managing home ...
Buy Now, Regret Later? Decoding BNPL and Layaway Payment Plans
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn the pros and cons of layaway and Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) and how to choose the best option f...
Smart Mortgage Strategies: From Refinancing to HELOC
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Learn how to refinance your mortgage, manage credit card debt, and navigate home equity with practic...