The Better Budgeting Podcast
The Better Budgeting Podcast is your go-to resource for mastering your finances without the stress. Hosted by Danielle Reese, this podcast breaks down budgeting, saving, and smart spending into simple, actionable steps. Whether you’re tackling debt, building wealth, or just looking to make your money work smarter, we’ve got expert insights, real-life success stories, and practical tips to help you take control of your financial future. Tune in and start making your budget work for you—without sacrificing the things you love!
Episodes
91 episodes
Episode 91: Making $3 Meals with The Stay at Home Chef Rachel Farnsworth
What if dinner cost less, tasted better, and actually made your week feel easier? We’re talking with bestselling cookbook author Rachel Farnsworth, founder of The Stay At Home Chef, about building a realistic meal strategy that beats rising gro...
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Episode 91
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31:55
Episode 90: When Fear Meets Finances: Surrender and Accountability
We draw a straight line between fear, half-commitments, and money stress, using Jeremiah 37–38 as a lens on why budgets fail and how courage and counsel change the story. We share practical ways to move from wishy-washy habits to clear, account...
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Episode 90
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18:03
Episode 89: Align Your Money With Your Priorities
Feeling pulled in every direction by money “shoulds”? We’re cutting through the noise to help you build a budget that matches your real life, not someone else’s highlight reel. I share the simple, repeatable steps I use with clients to uncover ...
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Episode 89
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16:22
Episode 88: Being Busy Costs Money and Sanity
What if the real budget leak isn’t a line item—it’s your calendar? Danielle Reese, money coach and founder of the Better Budgeting Playbook, takes a scalpel to the cult of busy and reveals how constant motion fuels impulse spending, late fees, ...
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Episode 88
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25:52
Episode 87: Why We Sabotage Our Money and How to Stop
We explore why smart people sabotage their money and how to stop it with simple tools that lower impulse, calm fear and build self-trust. We move from feelings versus facts to practical friction, root causes, and one action you can take this we...
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Episode 87
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19:36
Episode 86: The Four Steps to Financial Success
Have you ever watched thousands of dollars drain from your emergency fund in what feels like the blink of an eye? That sinking feeling when unexpected expenses hijack your carefully laid financial plans is something I experienced firsthand rece...
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18:22
Episode 85: Breaking the Paycheck-to-Paycheck Cycle: Why It's Harder Now Than 5 Years Ago
Five years of coaching has shown me something alarming: getting out of debt and building savings is significantly harder now than in 2020. This isn't just perception – the numbers tell a powerful story of why so many feel financially stretched ...
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16:38
Episode 83: Navigating Going Over Budget
Ever blown your budget and felt like a complete financial failure? You're not alone—and it doesn't mean your financial planning skills are broken beyond repair.In this candid episode, I share my recent DIY deck painting project that wen...
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Episode 83
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11:39
Episode 82: Creating Summer Magic Without Breaking the Bank
Do you ever look around at all the summer adventures flooding your social media and feel that crushing weight of parent guilt? That voice whispering, "My kids deserve better, but I just can't afford it"?You're not alone. In this heartfe...
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Episode 82
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17:36
Episode 81: How to Navigate Unexpected Financial Challenges
We explore why budgeting is never linear and how to effectively handle life's financial curveballs without derailing your progress or spiraling into guilt.• Better Budgeting Blueprint launching April 1st, 2025 for $99 with early release...
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Episode 81
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15:10
Episode 80: Build Your Own Business for Financial Freedom
Money coach Danielle Reese shares powerful strategies for building a small business for financial freedom and unlimited income potential. She explores how entrepreneurship can transform your financial life without requiring significant startup ...
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Episode 80
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24:59
Episode 79: How to Know You Are Ready to Use Credit Card Rewards
Discover how to harness the power of credit card rewards while staying financially fit. We dive deep into the essential strategies for wise spending, budgeting insights, and practical advice on mastering credit card points. • Key a...
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Episode 79
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14:39
Episode 78: Is It Tax Refund Time?
This episode emphasizes understanding your financial relationship with tax refunds and how to strategically manage them for long-term gains. By balancing savings, debt reduction, and personal enjoyment, listeners can transform tax season from a...
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Episode 78
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18:46
Episode 77: 3 Ways to Know It's Time to Pivot in Your Finances
What if recognizing the right moment to pivot in life could lead you to greater personal and financial freedom? Join me, Danielle Reese, as I share a personal journey through unexpected changes in our family's life that urged us to reassess our...
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Episode 77
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15:15
Episode 76: Kim's Journey to Debt-Free Living and Real Estate Investor
What if you could transform your financial future by relearning the fundamentals and embracing accountability? Join us on the Better Budgeting Podcast as we feature Kim Tocco, whose journey with her husband Tony showcases the incredible shifts ...
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Episode 76
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39:28
Episode 75: Money Buys Freedom and Choice, Which Buys Happiness
Ever been caught in a whirlwind weekend of kids' activities, juggling time and commitments? I found myself navigating just that, ensuring my daughter’s swim meet and my son’s first baseball practice didn't clash, thanks to the financial freedom...
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Episode 75
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17:55
Episode 74: Organize Your Finances for The New Year- FYI, It's Not A Budget
This episode emphasizes the importance of organizing financial obligations and addressing cash flow issues as the new year begins. Listeners receive practical strategies for managing bills, setting realistic budgets, and transforming their rela...
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Episode 74
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21:38
Episode 73: Master Yearly Budget Planning
Uncover the secrets to transforming your financial habits with my personal journey into the world of budgeting. I'm Danielle Reese, and today's episode of the Better Budgeting Podcast is all about empowering you to master your yearly budget pla...
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Episode 73
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20:00
Episode 72: Master Impulse Spending with These Tips
Ever wondered why you often leave stores like Target with more than you planned to buy? Join me, Danielle Reese, as I promise to guide you through understanding the nuances of impulsivity and how it affects your shopping habits, especially duri...
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Episode 72
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19:38
Episode 71: Mindful Holiday Spending: Finding Joy Beyond Black Friday Deals
Have you ever wondered how the transition from bustling Black Friday crowds to the ease of online shopping has altered our holiday traditions? Join me, Danielle Reese, as I take you on a journey through my personal experiences with Black Friday...
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Episode 71
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13:28
Episode 70: Your Guide to Smart Car Buying With Financial Coach Connor Tyson
Remember your first car? Join me, Danielle Reese, on a journey down memory lane with personal finance coach Connor Tyson as we share those unforgettable first car stories and the financial lessons learned along the way. Discover how Connor's ea...
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Episode 70
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37:44
Episode 69: Budgeting for the Holidays
How often do we lose sight of the true meaning of gift-giving amidst the holiday frenzy? This episode of the Better Budgeting Podcast invites you to rethink Christmas shopping with a heart-centered approach. Join me, Danielle Reese, as I reflec...
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Episode 69
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12:08
Episode 68: Let's Talk Generosity with Special Guest Bobby Clark from Clark on Money
Financial stress is a common struggle, even for high earners like medical professionals and engineers. Join me, Danielle Reese, and our insightful guest, Bobby Clark, founder of Clark on Money Financial Coaching Services, as we share our person...
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Episode 68
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38:58
Episode 67: Investing in You for a Better Financial Future
What happens when a quirky airport encounter leads to profound insights on personal growth and financial empowerment? Join me as I recount my humorous and enlightening journey through Charlotte, North Carolina, where even an energy drink powder...
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Episode 67
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18:20