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The Clark Howard Podcast

Clark Howard

300 episodes

Save more and spend less is more than just a motto for money expert Clark Howard; it’s a way of life. Clark and his crew — Team Clark — are on a mission to empower people to take control of their personal finances by providing money-saving tips, consumer advice, hot deals and economic news to help everyone achieve financial freedom. Clark is a nationally syndicated radio talk show host and a consumer reporter for television stations around the country. His podcast, The Clark Howard Show, receives more than one million downloads each month and is a hub for listeners to get valuable advice on-demand any time. Clark answers questions on the most popular business and consumer topics including; how to buy a cars, financing a home, retirement planning, shopping for insurance and getting the most out of your savings. Join the conversation and submit your question to www.clark.com/askclark . Clark spearheads two free resources — Clark.com and ClarkDeals.com — to encourage consumers to save more, spend less and avoid ripoffs.

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  1. 08.17.26 Renters Face New Junk Fees / Tap-To-Pay Scam Warning

    · 30 min

    Finding an affordable rental was hard enough, but now landlords are taking a cue from hotels and airlines by hitting tenants with hidden junk fees. From mandatory charges for bundled trash pickup and overpriced cable…

  2. 08-14-26 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Essential Documents

    · 33 min

    Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, to protect your young adult and give your family peace of mind, there are critical legal and…

  3. 08.12.26 One Bad Apple Deal / CDs: Opportunity And Method

    · 33 min

    Apple device prices are soaring due to rising hardware costs, and their newest solution is to offer “forever leases” on iPhones, Macs, and iPads for a fixed monthly fee. While this subscription-style leasing model…

  4. 08-11-26 Ask An Advisor With Wes Moss

    · 36 min

    Is Your Retirement Missing Purpose? & Why You Shouldn’t Be Scared To Spend Your Retirement Savings Wes starts by looking at what ancient wisdom and modern research teach us about true fulfillment. As we leave the…

  5. 08.10.26 Breaking Phone Addiction / Know The Affinity Fraud Trap

    · 36 min

    Are you looking to break free from the time killing, mindless scrolling of phone addiction? Clark reviews the popular Brick Phone Lock—a $60 physical device paired with an app designed to lock you out of your most…

  6. 08.07.26 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Promises And Prenups

    · 34 min

    Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, Clark has always considered himself an incurable romantic, and for years, his stance on prenuptial…

  7. 08.05.26 Starting A Small Business / Automated Check-Out Warning

    · 28 min

    More people are looking for ways to create their own job security. Clark shares two invaluable, free resources every aspiring entrepreneur should know about, and breaks down why the freedom of entrepreneurship remains…

  8. 08.04.26 Ask An Advisor With Wes Moss

    · 36 min

    5 Questions BEFORE You Claim Social Security & College vs. Retirement Savings Should you claim Social Security early or wait? While the math says waiting guarantees a bigger check, the real answer goes far beyond the…

  9. 08.03.26 Air Travel Update / DIY Home Upgrades

    · 39 min

    As summer winds down, we’re seeing some wild shifts in the airline industry. Despite recent price hikes, a two-tiered economy in travel has created surprising opportunities for budget-conscious travelers. Clark breaks…

  10. 07.31.26 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Property Taxes

    · 38 min

    Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, with real estate values skyrocketing past the rate of inflation, homeowners across the country are…

  11. 07.29.26 Investor Alert: Correction Protection / T-Mobile T-Bones Your Wallet

    · 33 min

    The stock market is sitting at historical highs, but inflated valuations mean we could be facing a major correction or extended period of low returns. With leveraged funds adding dangerous fuel to this speculative…

  12. 07.28.26 Ask An Advisor With Wes Moss

    · 30 min

    What Are The Money Green Zones? & The Happy Retiree Super Power Are you flying blind when it comes to your retirement savings? Forget the terrifying headlines telling you that you need tens of millions of dollars to…

  13. 07.27.26 Elder-Parent Care / HOA & Condo Fees

    · 35 min

    It’s the toughest role reversal we face in life: stepping in to manage aging parents' finances. As parents get older, it’s common for physical health to take priority while finances take a back seat. Clark breaks down…

  14. 07.24.26 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / AI Shopping Bots

    · 39 min

    Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, many of us are getting more comfortable using artificial intelligence in our daily lives. While AI…

  15. 07.22.26 Electronics: Repair Or Replace? / Buying Insurance

    · 33 min

    The days of automatically upgrading your phone or computer every time it slows down are officially over. Clark breaks down why inflation and rising component costs mean tech prices are going "up, up, and away." Tech…

  16. 07.21.26 Ask An Advisor With Wes Moss

    · 33 min

    What Is the Retire Sooner Method? & Can You Retire Without Touching the Principal? How do you retire sooner, increase your happiness, and ensure you never run out of money? In this episode, Wes Moss breaks down the…

  17. 07-20-2026 WFH Is Reshaping Employment / Health Insurance Costs

    · 36 min

    Today - remote work became essential during COVID, but could it be hurting your career now? While the benefits of working remotely are undeniable, new data shows that "out of sight, out of mind" is a dangerous reality…

  18. 07.17.26 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Your Car’s Longevity

    · 36 min

    Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, the new car market is in a weird phase, with automakers behaving like pack animals. Instead of…

  19. 07.15.26 Clark Discredits a Long-Held Credit Card Myth / SCAM WARNINGS

    · 34 min

    The big banks are absolutely thrilled when you fall for the "cockroach" of personal finance myths: the completely false idea that you need to carry a balance and pay interest on your credit cards to build an excellent…

  20. 07.14.26 Ask An Advisor With Wes Moss

    · 34 min

    The 200-Hour Friendship Rule & Are Financial Advisors Worth It? Making friends as an adult is harder than ever – but just how much time does it actually take to build a close friendship? In this episode, Wes Moss…

  21. 07.13.26 How Much $ Is In Your Payment App? / Weddings: Less Is More Forever

    · 28 min

    Use payment apps? How much? Clark has a major warning about a serious financial risk hiding in plain sight: storing your hard-earned cash inside payment apps like PayPal, Venmo, or Cash App. While these platforms are…

  22. 07.10.26 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Social InSecurity

    · 37 min

    Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, economic anxiety is climbing straight up the income ladder, and Americans everywhere are growing…

  23. 07.08.26 The Clark Smart Way To Buy A Mattress / Student Loan Update

    · 32 min

    The mattress industry is in chaos, and major brands like Sleep Number are facing bankruptcy. Clark breaks down how the mattress market became incredibly oversaturated and why traditional mattress stores have seen their…

  24. 07.07.26 Ask An Advisor With Wes Moss - Best Of

    · 31 min

    In this episode, Wes tackles the psychological hurdle that many high-achievers face when they finally reach the "Retirement Green Zone." After decades of using hard work, discipline, and ambition to build a nest egg,…

  25. 07.06.26 Shining A UV Light On Sunscreens / Side Hustle Savvy

    · 31 min

    Today, something new under the sun - at least in the U.S.: A now FDA approved sunscreen option long in use overseas, arrives next year. Meanwhile, are you overpaying for sunscreen just because of a fancy brand name?…

  26. 07.03.26 BEST OF: Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / FREE Tuition

    · 32 min

    Happy 4th of July Week! Please enjoy this Best Of episode. Clark returns July 6th with new ways to Save More, Spend Less and Avoid Getting Ripped Off! Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with…

  27. 07.01.26 Clark Smart Franchising / Pharmacy Options For Rx Savings

    · 32 min

    Considering entrepreneurship via buying a franchise? Clark shares his most important rule before investing your hard-earned money: go work for that franchise first. Instead of relying on the sales pitch, spend several…

  28. 06.30.26 Ask An Advisor With Wes Moss

    · 29 min

    Is the bucket investing strategy the best way to plan for retirement? In this episode, Wes Moss breaks down the powerful visual behind bucket investing and explains why organizing your money into cash, income, growth,…

  29. 06.29.26 Travel Booking Basics / Online Shopping: Spotlight On Dark Patterns

    · 35 min

    Clark’s first business was a travel agency and he specialized in saving his clients money. Travel costs are challenging now, with airlines facing higher fuel expenses and travelers paying the price. Clark shares his…

  30. 06.26.26 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Appeal Insurance Denials

    · 32 min

    Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, when your health insurer denies coverage for a treatment, procedure, or medication, don't assume…

  31. 06.24.26 An Education In Change / Should You Purchase A Warranty - Ever?

    · 33 min

    Fifty years ago, Clark founded an alternative school called Career Action for adults who were struggling to find their path after high school. The program was intense, with long days, strict standards, and a focus on…

  32. 06.23.26 Ask An Advisor With Wes Moss & Clark

    · 50 min

    With technology stocks making up nearly half of the S&P 500, many index investors are asking an important question: Is this concentration a risk—or simply the natural evolution of the market? In this episode, Wes Moss…

  33. 06.22.26 The Competition Customer Advantage: Supermarkets and Phone Plans

    · 32 min

    If you've felt squeezed every time you shop for groceries, there may finally be some good news. Kroger is cutting prices on thousands of items as competition heats up with Walmart, Costco, Aldi and Lidl. Clark explains…

  34. 06.19.26 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Subscription Management

    · 34 min

    Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also - I have a homework assignment for you. From streaming services and device protection plans to…

  35. 06.17.26 Let’s Channel Your Inner Millionaire / Reluctant Landlords

    · 32 min

    Think you need a high end business or a lottery-ticket stock win to hit a $1 million net worth? Think again. Clark breaks down key insights of first-time millionaires. While old-school wealth looked like owning a…

  36. 06.16.26 Ask An Advisor With Wes Moss

    · 32 min

    Most people think building wealth and keeping wealth require the same strategy. They don't. Wes Moss explains why getting wealthy and staying wealthy are two completely different skill sets—and why understanding the…

  37. 06.15.26 Flying - In The Face Of Change / Warning For First Time Home Buyers

    · 29 min

    A shift is happening in the skies right now, as airlines quietly slash schedules and strip away basic comforts taken for granted for decades. If you don't double check your bookings, you could be walking blindly into a…

  38. 06.12.26 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / “Spaving” Your Way To An Empty Wallet

    · 40 min

    Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, we all love the thrill of scoring a great deal, but a dangerous retail trap called…

  39. 06.10.26 Automatic Retirement Accounts / Inflation Calculation

    · 37 min

    Clark’s teaching mission has always focused on getting you to save every dollar you can for retirement, especially when you can “set it and forget it” through automatic contributions. It’s the best way to achieve…

  40. 06.09.26 Ask An Advisor With Wes Moss

    · 39 min

    Are you on track for a happy retirement? It takes more than just a healthy bank account. In this episode, Wes Moss shares the lifestyle data that separates truly happy retirees from the rest. It all comes down to a…

  41. 06.08.26 Cut Insurance Costs / Phone Free Connection

    · 33 min

    Tired of watching your auto and homeowners insurance premiums skyrocket? Good news: There are some simple ways to save money on both. The massive run-ups in auto insurance are finally slowing down, and there are…

  42. 06.05.26 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Rent: Tenant Power

    · 39 min

    Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, are you blindly renewing your lease and paying more for rent every year? Stop! A massive boom in…

  43. 06.03.26 Enter Entrepreneurs / Facts On Finding Unclaimed Funds

    · 39 min

    Starting a business or a side hustle is easier than it used to be in terms of cost and technology. Is there an entrepreneur hiding inside you? While big corporations lay off loyal employees to please shareholders,…

  44. 06.02.26 Ask An Advisor With Wes Moss

    · 47 min

    Should You Help Your Adult Kids Buy a House? & 5 Things You SHOULD Spend More On Is helping your adult children buy a home a smart investment, or a threat to your retirement? In this episode, Wes Moss breaks down the…

  45. 06.01.26 WARNINGS: AI Privacy Risk & Ponzi Schemes Net Millions

    · 41 min

    Today - A warning about how much information you give an AI chatbot. Artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini have made getting financial advice faster and easier than ever. But as the AI gold…

  46. 05.29.26 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Driving To Your Future

    · 41 min

    Friday - Clark Stinks day! Lane (Clark’s wife!) shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also today - A shocking 81% of consumers admit to routinely making impulse buys. But while…

  47. 05.27.26 Spotlight On Home Sellers / Paper Chase Account Security

    · 35 min

    Today - For home sellers, making sure your house is ready and appealing to buyers can mean you have to have a tough skin, but it can pay off. If you want your home to stand out in today's market, you have to nail the…

  48. 05.26.26 Ask An Advisor With Wes Moss

    · 44 min

    Forced To Retire Early? The Shocking Data Everyone Needs To Know & Market Warning for Investors Why do most Americans retire years earlier than they planned? In this episode, Wes Moss breaks down a startling trend…

  49. 05.22.26 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Life Saving Health Tracking

    · 37 min

    Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, while many of us use fitness trackers to count steps or monitor sleep, the latest data shows some of…

  50. 05.20.26 Rules Of Travel: Rental Cars 101 & A Deal Destination

    · 29 min

    With Memorial Day weekend upon us, Clark shares important travel know-how. Navigating the rental car counter has become more like rocket science than a simple travel chore, but protecting your wallet starts with a few…

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