Debt Free with a side of Boujee

It's new episode time! Unfortunately the overall situation around the world has not really changed that much. Although it does appear that there may be some steps toward the positive, we still have a ways to go. So, in light of that, as we mentioned in our last episode this one will be another shorter, special episode with less focus on debt and more on the current event. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freewithboujee/support

Stepping back a bit from the podcasting amid all the uncertainty in the world at the moment. We are both still healthy and doing well, and will at the least do another check in on our regular schedule. Just wanted to let you all know what's going on and take a second to send everybody a wish to stay safe and keep calm. We will get through this. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freewithboujee/support

This episode we take a look at what can be a big problem with those that live paycheck to paycheck and run into troubles - payday loans. With apologizes to Wimpy for paraphrasing his catchphrase it just seemed to fit. Plus while talking about this topic we both had it come to us at about the same time, so we had to use it. After looking at some of the aspects of these predatory loans we also explore some possible ways to help a person not get into the, seeming, endless cycle around payday loans. As a bit of a 'challenge' to our listeners, we are curious to see if anyone can identify where one of my (numerous) random pop culture references is from. Hopefully you won't use Google to get it! ;) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freewithboujee/support

Welcome to Season 2! We decided that we would classify our 'seasons' by the half year mark and this episode marks our start into a new season. To start off our new season we talk a little about baby step #1 - having an emergency savings fund. We also continue the debate on which puayment method works best by providing our updates after 6 months being on our keto budget. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freewithboujee/support

We've all heard at least some of them - whether it is YUPPIE, DINK or FIRE to name a few. These acronyms are used to help define a person (or group). While these, and others, are find and can help describe someone using less words we wanted to get some that more fit us and our unique journey into being debt free. This episode we share some of the ones we came up with for ourselves. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freewithboujee/support

Technically it's the snowball method, but I was called a snowflake so it (kind of) fits. This episode we give an update on how the snowball vs avalanche is working for us. Progress is being made of both sides and neither of us is willing to admit defeat just yet. However, I can feel my claim to winning this slipping away. We also talk a little about a popular method of debt elimination - balance transfers. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freewithboujee/support

We are back with a new episode and we brought a guest with us! Anthony joins us and talks about his experience with filing bankruptcy. We also talk a little bit about some of the different options when filing for bankruptcy. We want to send out thanks to Anthony for his openness and being willing to share the details on a very personal subject. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freewithboujee/support

Happy New Year!! With the calendar turning to 2020 we take a look back at the year that was 2019. As with most people, we reflect back on the year and talk about some of our highlights. We also give a quick overview on our podcast episodes and some of memories from the show . Take a trip with us down memory lane from 2019 and get ready for jumping into the new year and new episodes. Thank you to everyone who has listened to our episodes over the past half year (since we started in Sept.). Also huge thanks to Rod and Mike who guested on different episodes! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freewithboujee/support

Merry Christmas! It's the holiday season and that means you run the risk of getting an ugly sweater as a gift. In this episode we help you learn what to do if this happens to you. What does it mean to receive something graciously? It not only helps the person giving the gift, it helps you as the receiver. Once you learn how to open yourself to receiving, not just gifts but compliments, time and attention, you allow more into your life. This episode we offer up some information on how a person can become that gracious receiver. It's also time for a little update on how the snowball/avalanche payoffs are going. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freewithboujee/support

We touched upon the subject of wills in episode 10, Don't Be Scared, and now that mercury retrograde is over we expand on the subject. During this episode we try and make sense out of the process. What happens to your stuff if you die without a will? How can you be sure your precious belongings go to the proper person? We search through the data and give you the details. After that we give some updates on our adventures in cutting the cord! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freewithboujee/support

Welcome back! Hope everybody had a good Thanksgiving and didn't go too crazy on the Black Friday sales. If you did take advantage of the sales hopefully you supported Small Business Saturday and helped out a local store. This episode we take a look at some options for potentially lowering our bills by cutting the cable cord --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freewithboujee/support

This episode we prepare for Thanksgiving by updating our numbers and checking our progress after 3 months. We also listen to some of our feedback from our listeners and provide some details on our lives. We recount our past Thanksgivings together and our experiences with Black Friday shopping. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freewithboujee/support

This week we welcome our second guest to help us. Mike Gonzalez joins us as we give names to our debt. The inspiration for the naming comes from @debtfreeweirdos who gave their debt the names of Disney villains. Listen to our podcast as we name our debts after drag queens and we take advantage of Mike's expertise in the field and he gives a rundown on the queens --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freewithboujee/support

This week we discuss what could be causing that general feeling of 'blah' or wrecking havoc with your electronics. Listen as we place the blame squarely on the shoulders of Mercury. No, not the former singer from Queen, but the planet. Mercury retrograde can cause problems and we offer up an appliance tale as 'proof'. We also present some of our data sharing how our budgeting for debt relief is going. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freewithboujee/support

Trick or Treat! We just missed Halloween, but this episode we talk a little about some monetary nightmares. We also talk about some myths related to money and explain how they are in error. Join us if you dare!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freewithboujee/support

This week we continue talking about debt with the focus being on student loans. Almost every student has some but what are the actual numbers and is there any hope of relief? We fill you in and, once again, give you some insight into our own experiences dealing with the topic. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freewithboujee/support

Credit cards - everyone uses them, how bad are they? We share some information we found and tell you our thoughts. What works for us may not work for you. Join us as we also let you know about our budgeting and some of the items where we must make the choice on whether we skimp or splurge --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freewithboujee/support

This week we dive into the psyche of the collector as we take a trip (even if it was just via Skype) down under and chat with Australia's Biggest Marvel Fan, Rod Addamo. We talk about his massive collection and a take a little trip down memory lane as Gloria seeks to understand how and why we keep our collections growing. Is it collecting or is it hoarding?? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freewithboujee/support

This week we give you a bit of a break from the keto and budget talk to pull back the curtain on our lives a little. We talk about some of our 'favorite' couples from the tv show 90 Day Fiancee. We also give some insight into our own journey through the K-1 Visa process. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freewithboujee/support

This episode tune in to see if our dryer drama is finally over. If it isn't, what more could possibly go wrong and if it is what drama will we thrill you with this week?? Give us a listen to find out! We also fill you in on some substitutes that we use both in our diet and our budget. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freewithboujee/support

This week we talk about calories, carbs and Cooper! Not all calories are created equal - neither are expenses. Is this the final installment on our dryer drama?? #judgeless #debtfree #keto #dragrace --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freewithboujee/support

This episode we continue our dryer drama and we talk about the comparison between our budget plan and the Keto diet. We answer our first questions from listeners (please keep the questions/comments coming, we want to hear from you). Plus as a bonus Glo makes a movie reference (or two)! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freewithboujee/support

Listen to our Labor Day dryer drama and then we start explaining the logic behind our plan to get debt free. We also upgraded to a 'professional' microphone and got set up in a better location for recording. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter @freeboujee and Instagram @debtfreewithboujee --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freewithboujee/support

Hear a little about us and what our podcast is going to be about --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freewithboujee/support