Podcasts about allowances

Quite frankly, it's all getting a bit much. We're all tightening our belts, we're making decisions about where we're spending our money, what we're spending it on. The rates keep rising, insurance levies keep going up, the cost of everything is through the roof. And for many, many people, there's not a lot of disposable left at the end of the day. Even people who are earning pretty good salaries are suddenly finding there's not as much left at the end of the pay cycle as there used to be. Meanwhile, our House of Representatives are seeing the members gouging the taxpayer for every last cent they can get out of us. Louise Upston is claiming the full $1,000 a week ministerial housing allowance, which she's perfectly entitled to. It's designed to support MPs based outside Wellington with the cost of maintaining two homes. And you understand that. When you become a Member of Parliament, your business is in Wellington, but you might be representing the people of Timaru. You have a home there, a family there. So where are you going to live while you're in Wellington? Your employer should pay your expenses given you're required to be there. So the employer does. It offers an allowance to MPs who are not from Wellington to live there. That is us, the taxpayer. So, fair enough. But Louise Upston owns an apartment in Wellington and according to the register of financial interests, which all MPs have to fill out, there's no mortgage on it. Again, good for her. She's paid off the mortgage on that apartment and presumably her home. But what costs does she then have to claim? There are none. She owns the apartment outright. So she's claiming a cost she's legally entitled to, but should she be? She said at the time, it's an entitlement, I'm well within the rules, I can do it. Louise Upston's case unfortunately came just a week after she reduced the eligibility of homeowners to claim the accommodation supplement payment. She said we want to target support for the accommodation supplement to those who need it most. They are renters, they're not people who are using taxpayer support to increase their own asset. Hello! Are we looking in the mirror? She's not the only one, of course. Labour's Kieran McAnulty, Jan Tinetti, they have properties in Wellington, although they may still have a mortgage. New Zealand First's Andy Foster's doing it. He was the mayor of bloody Wellington and now he's claiming an accommodation allowance for a home in Wellington. Then we find the MPs in the parties, the different political parties, and again, all of them are doing it. Yeah, we wonder why they don't work together more often. Oh, they do, when it comes to their perks and allowances. We find the MPs in parties that own commercial property, which they rent to Parliamentary Service to operate as their own electorate offices. So they own the building, they say to Parliamentary Service, have we got a deal for you? We'll rent this and you pay for it because it's our electorate office. They defend this by saying the offices are rented at below market rates, and again, everybody does it. And then there's the superannuation. Chris Hipkins has defended using a generous taxpayer funded private super scheme to buy his family's holiday home by saying it's my money, I can do what I like with it. And it is, he can. But Heather du Plessis-Allan this morning interviewed Chris Hipkins, and I think outlined in an excellent manner just how it looks. HDPA: None of us are getting $60 to $70,000 popped into our superannuation funds every year by our employer, in your case the taxpayer, which we're then able to withdraw and buy a beach house with. This is the ruling class who has a different set of standards from everybody else. It's not right, is it? HIPKINS: The superannuation provisions that Members of Parliament get are generous superannuation provisions compared to what other members of the public get. I'll absolutely agree with that. HDPA: Do you need to change it? HIPKINS: Well, look, I think Members of Parliament are in a unique role. When people put their hands up to be Members of Parliament, in many cases they're basically leaving behind jobs that they cannot go back to. And we've just talked about an example of that now. When someone puts their hand up to be an MP, it closes off a lot of future potential job opportunities for them. So for many people when they put their hand up to be MPs, it will be the last job that they do. He was referring to Rakesh Naidoo, who is no longer working for Police now that he's put up his hand to be a Labour list MP. But we're told that the reason why backbenchers and MPs have diverged so far from other public servants like police, teachers, nurses – all of the salaries used to be around about the same in the 80s, MPs, police, nurses, teachers. Oh, it's very, very different now. We're told that the reason we're paying so much money is not because they can't get a job when they leave, but because they're so special and their talents are so unique that the private sector would snap them up in a heartbeat. And that is why we give them $177,600 for a backbencher, a learner MP, $320,600 for a Cabinet Minister, and $510,300 for a Prime Minister. Plus the expenses, the living accommodation, office expenses, travel allowances, plus the superannuation. With the superannuation, they get $2.50 for every dollar that the MPs put in from us. The contribution's capped at 20% of an ordinary MP's salary, which works out at $36,240 for every MP as of July 1st when the new rates kick in. So what's it to be? We can't do that. I mean, sure, if you're in a private super scheme of your own with different terms, you can take it out and do what you want with it. But dumb shmucks like you and me who are locked into KiwiSaver are limited to what we can do. We can't buy a second property with ours until we're 65, but hey. Are MPs of every colour and hue —apart perhaps from the Greens who seem to be able to maintain a shaky kind of moral high ground— just having a laugh? Everything is completely legal. Completely legal, but is it right? We're told we have to pay them that much to prevent the private sector from snapping them up. But really, where else would most of those people get that sort of money? Very few of them would and do once they leave Parliament – that's why they keep snuffling back to the trough, looking at Stuart Nash and Michael Wood. They tried it in the public, in the private sector, wasn't nearly as good as working as an MP, so back they come. We're told that they're such brilliant stellar talents that we have to pay them that much, but then Chris Hipkins says they can't get a job elsewhere. Yeah, they can. What they do is they use their political nous and contacts to set themselves up as lobbyists or working for companies as lobbyists in other parts of the world. Once a Minister leaves office, they can't just pop up as a lobbyist because they've got all kinds of insider knowledge – it's like insider trading. Not here. Kiri Allan started her consultancy business two weeks after resigning as Justice Minister and she was still an MP. So while they're doing this job that nobody really wants to do, they're getting paid very well to do it. They're getting good expenses to do it. They're getting a healthy superannuation fund that we are paying them we're paying for everything, but we're paying the super fund as well. Plus, they're building up knowledge and contacts, insider info that they can then sell, either as individuals setting themselves up as lobbyists or to companies that act as lobbyists. It's all legal, but is it right? We're funding all this. I mean, would you do the job? You've heard about the perks, you've heard about the expenses. You'd have to be prepared to be hated by at least half of the population and probably half of your caucus if you're hard working and you've got ambition. There'd be a few people who wouldn't like that. So I mean, you know what the gig is. It's a hard job. Is this what we have to pay for democracy to be sustained? It's legally right, but is it morally right to be claiming these sorts of expenses when you just don't need to? And at a time where you're wagging your finger at other people and telling them they need to tighten their belts and oh, we can't just be giving accommodation supplements away to everybody. They can't use it to build their asset. Yeah, but you can. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Minister Peter Dunne says it's time to look at MP allowances. NZ First MP Andy Foster's claiming a $36,000 accommodation allowance for the Wellington family home he bought 26 years ago. He's moved to the Wairarapa, but lives in the capital when Parliament sits. Dunne says MPs should be reasonable. "Fair enough if you're required to commute to Wellington each week to get some accommodation, to get some recompense for that, but not fair enough to simply turn your own home into your home away from home in Wellington when you've lived there for most of your life." National's Louise Upston's also claiming the allowance for her Wellington property. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Minister Peter Dunne says it's time to look at MP allowances. NZ First MP Andy Foster's claiming a $36,000 accommodation allowance for the Wellington family home he bought 26 years ago. He's moved to the Wairarapa, but lives in the capital when Parliament sits. Dunne says MPs should be reasonable. "Fair enough if you're required to commute to Wellington each week to get some accommodation, to get some recompense for that, but not fair enough to simply turn your own home into your home away from home in Wellington when you've lived there for most of your life." National's Louise Upston's also claiming the allowance for her Wellington property. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces a significant revolt within the Labour Party due to extreme unpopularity. Simon Constable cites unpopular economic policies, like cutting winter heating allowances, as primary drivers of widespread public discontent. (14/16)JUNE 1930

Thanks to our partners Promotive, WickedFile, Maverick Shop Owners, and OverdryveAre your PTO policies scaring off the technicians you actually want? Could a $100-a-week tool allowance or a reimbursed truck payment beat a $10,000 raise — and cost you less? In today's tight labor market, the shops winning top talent aren't always paying the most. They're being the smartest.Recorded live at the Vision Hi-Tech Training & Expo in Kansas City, Hunt Demarest sits down with Lisa Coyle and Sam Freeman from Promotive — the auto industry's leading recruiting firm — to break down the real reasons shops are losing candidates before the first interview ends. From outdated PTO structures to tone-deaf job ads, Lisa and Sam pull back the curtain on what technicians are actually looking for, what's working in 2026, and how shop owners can compete with Rivian, Tesla, and municipalities without blowing up their payroll. Whether you're running two bays or twenty, this episode is a field guide to building a shop people choose — and stay at.What You'll Learn...(03:03) PTO reality check — why one week after year one is a dealbreaker in 2026(06:58) How flat-rate shops should actually calculate paid time off(10:38) Why shops are their own worst enemy when it comes to hiring timelines(14:37) The A-tech unicorn problem — and the better hire you're walking past(15:44) The training model the industry has backwards — and the fix that grows your whole team(16:39) Always be recruiting — why two weeks notice is not enough runway(36:34) The 3-day interview rule and why speed is the only hiring strategy that matters(40:22) Creative comp that wins top techs without blowing up payroll(43:25) The fringe benefit rules every shop owner needs to know before getting creative(51:37) Job hopping — tech problem or shop problem? The answer might surprise youIf you're ready to stop losing top techs to shops with smarter benefit packages, start competing with Tesla and Rivian on PTO without blowing up your payroll, and finally understand why the candidate who applied Sunday is already hired somewhere else by Thursday — this episode is essential listening.VISION Hi-Tech Training & Expo: https://visionkc.com/Promotive: https://gopromotive.com/Thanks to our partner, PromotivePromotive has over 40 years of recruiting and automotive experience. If you need qualified technicians and service advisors and want to offload the heavy lifting, visit https://gopromotive.com/Thanks to our partner, WickedFileTurn chaos into clarity with WickedFile, the AI for auto repair shops. Transform invoices into insights, protect cash flow, and stop losing parts, cores, or credits to maximize your bottom line. visit https://info.wickedfile.com/Thanks to our partner, Maverick Shop OwnersYou're working on growing a more profitable shop - that's critical. That's exactly what the 24-video Blueprint course by Maverick Shop Owners addresses - customers, sales, profit, people, systems, and freedom. Get free access for our listeners only at https://maverickshopowners.com/blueprintThanks to our partner, OverdryveOverdryve is your AI-powered marketing operating system. It predicts slow weeks before they happen, automatically launches revenue-driving campaigns, tracks ROI down to the dollar, and optimizes performance in real time. Visit https://overdryvemarketing.com/

Disability support providers want to see action in tonight's budget to attract Allied Health workers to regional areas. Changes to the NDIS last year halved the travel allowance for providers who travel to rural towns to treat patients. Rural reporter Chris McCarthy spoke with Family Services Australia Chief Executive David Gunter about his experiences in WA, and what's the sector needs to improve experiences for rural patients.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if the most important financial conversation you ever have isn't with your advisor, it's with your kids? In Episode 186 of The Liquidity Event, AJ is joined by Charlotte Geletka, CFP and author of the children's book "Battery the Bulldog and the Funny Money Tree," for a wide ranging conversation about raising financially literate kids in a world where cash is disappearing and TikTok is handing out investment advice. Charlotte and AJ dig into when to start talking to kids about money, how to raise children who understand the value of hard work without shielding them from reality, and how to course-correct when your 8-year-old starts critiquing the star rating of hotel rooms. They also tackle the harder questions around inheritances, trust funds, and why financial literacy matters just as much at the top of the wealth ladder as it does at the bottom. The episode wraps with a practical breakdown of 529 plans, how grandparents and family members can contribute meaningfully, and a quick-fire round covering the worst money advice parents give, the right age for a first credit card, and whether meme stocks are a teaching tool or a gateway to a gambling problem. Topics covered: When and how to start talking to kids about money Raising financially grounded children in high net worth households Allowances, chores and kid-friendly financial tools like Greenlight Inheritances, trust funds, and spendthrift clauses 529 plans: who they work for, who they don't, and how to superfund them Generational wealth vs. generational knowledge Timestamps: 00:00 Intro and welcome to Charlotte Geletka 01:09 Charlotte's background, her CFP practice and the children's book 03:57 When should you start talking to kids about money? Earlier than you think 07:33 How the words adults use around money shape kids' relationship with it 09:20 How to raise kids who appreciate what they have without becoming spoiled 11:28 Chores, allowances, and giving kids real financial responsibility 16:38 Why kids are learning about money from Zillow and TikTok, whether you like it or not 19:10 Inheritances, trust funds and what happens when big money meets young adults 22:00 529 plans: AJ and Charlotte break down everything you need to know 28:01 Quick fire round: worst parent money advice, first credit cards and meme stocks

The 2026 LAFHA calculator is here—but do you know the three conditions that determine if an allowance even qualifies? We unpack reasonable food and drink amounts, statutory deductions, exempt components, and the critical twelve-month rule for Australian employers navigating FBT compliance. Taxrates.info City: Pingelly Address: PO Box 96 Website: https://taxrates.info

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In this episode, we debate modern relationship questions — should a man give his partner an allowance? Should couples share locations? Are thirst traps acceptable in a relationship? And do women test a man's masculinity? Honest takes, real scenarios, and unfiltered conversation.Support the showLinks & Resources:

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On this episode of the Profit Cash Growth podcast, hosts discuss the race to use annual tax allowances before the 5th of April and share practical tips for six- and seven-figure business owners to protect profits and improve cash flow. The deep guide covers six year-end tax actions you can take now: use the Employment Allowance (up to £10,500 of employer NIC relief), consider the annual pension allowance (up to £60,000 and up to three years' carry-back), claim directors' trivial benefits (up to £300 each), use the £150 per head tax-free staff event allowance, book the company-funded annual health check, and review your dividend vs. salary split before the tax year ends — payroll must be paid in the tax year to count. ⭐ Rate, Review & Share this episode with fellow business owners, and let's grow together! ⭐ Subscribe to the weekly newsletter to get Expert Advice Straight to Your Inbox: https://www.profitcashgrowth.com/subscribe ⭐ Get a Free copy of Claire's book Profit By Numbers: https://www.profitcashgrowth.com/book   VALUABLE RESOURCES Website LinkedIn YouTube Facebook ABOUT THE HOST: Claire Hancott through Profit Cash Growth helps 6 & 7 figure business owners to increase their profit, improve their cashflow and grow their business using their numbers. As a finance director & chartered management accountant, Claire has nearly 20 years' experience in finance and running businesses of her own. This gives her a unique insight into the information and support business owners need to grow a financially successful business. Claire passionately believes that every business should be run by the numbers because the numbers in your business are telling you a story about what is and isn't working and where your opportunities lie. Claire's mission is to provide insightful management accounts, reports and advice to business owners and support them to make smarter decisions.    *The content of this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional advice.

The new tax year is here, and the 2026 Budget Speech introduced important changes that could reshape how South Africans save, invest, and plan for retirement. In this episode of Everything Counts, host Motheo Khoaripe sits down with Vumi Dludlu, Investec financial adviser, and Johan Loubser, head of adviser enablement at Investec, to unpack what the 2026 National Budget means for your money, and how you can make the most of the new tax year from day one. From higher tax-free savings limits to a bigger retirement contribution deduction cap, the rules have shifted. But what do these changes actually mean for savers and investors in practice? In this conversation, we break down: ● The increase in the tax-free savings annual limit to R46,000 ● The higher retirement fund deduction cap and what it means for retirement planning ● How the new tax year creates an opportunity to reset your financial strategy ● Why starting contributions early can significantly boost compounding ● Other budget updates affecting portfolios, including capital gains tax exclusions and offshore investing allowances Whether you're investing monthly, planning a lump sum contribution, or reviewing your long-term financial strategy, this episode explores practical steps you can take now to stay on track and maximise the new allowances. 00:00 Introduction 01:30 Why does the new tax year matter for investors? 02:45 Big changes from the 2026 Budget Speech 04:00 The new tax-free savings annual limit 06:55 The new retirement fund deduction cap 10:50 2026 tax updates that could affect how portfolios are structured 11:30 How does the 2026 Budget affect offshore investing? 12:40 Tax optimisation tips for the 2026 Budget 14:00 Practical tips for dealing with the 2026 Budget 16:00 Monthly vs lump sum contributions to your tax-free savings account 18:00 Conclusion Investec Focus Radio SA

Some episodes age like fine wine and this is one of them. Jessica Moorhouse (Accredited Financial Counsellor, bestselling author of Everything But Money, and host of the More Money Podcast) joined Andrea for one of the most honest, warm, and genuinely useful conversations this show has ever had about money. Jessica shares about the feelings, the stories, and even the stuff we inherited without realizing it.In this episode, we cover:(00:00) Intro(00:03:37) How Andrea found Jessica during a career pivot(00:12:00) Reading Everything but Money: why Andrea felt seen even growing up with money(00:13:02) Why your money feelings are valid no matter where you started(00:18:31) Wealth transfer: why this generation is about to inherit more money than any before it(00:23:49) Debunking the "If we just made more money, this would be easier"(00:27:06) Why healing your money story has to come before teaching your kids(00:36:26) Why you need to ask yourself how does money make you feel?(00:40:37) How to hold a future vision when everything is just... expensive(00:44:41) Catching yourself in the complain spiral(00:46:45) What actually brings long-term joy(01:02:54) Spending plans, tracking net worth, and three things you can do this month(01:05:11) Allowances and why they're a great tool(01:07:25) Retiring "we can't afford that" and to say to our kids instead(01:10:04) What Jessica is still figuring out in her own relationship with moneyKEY TAKEAWAYYour money problems almost never start with money. They start with a story — one you probably inherited before you were old enough to know it was happening. The work is in uncovering it, not just optimizing your budget.About Jessica MoorhouseJessica Moorhouse is an Accredited Financial Counsellor Canada®, bestselling author of Everything But Money, and host of the More Money Podcast (4M+ downloads). She's been featured in Forbes, CBC, CTV, and more, helping people heal their relationship with money — for themselves and their kids.Connect with Jessica MoorhouseWebsite | https://jessicamoorhouse.com/ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/jessicaimoorhouse/ Linkedin | https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicaimoorhouse/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/c/jessicamoorhouse1 TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@jessicaimoorhouse Threads | https://www.threads.com/@jessicaimoorhouse Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/jessicaimoorhouse More Money Podcast | https://jessicamoorhouse.com/podcast/ About Andrea Barr, host of All Figured Out:Andrea is a certified career and life coach for parents. Through her coaching, she supports parents in finding better work-life rhythms so they can continue to grow personally and professionally without sacrificing family time.Connect with AndreaWebsite | ⁠https://www.andreabarr.com/⁠  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/allfiguredoutandrea | https://www.instagram.com/allfiguredout.podcast Listen to All Figured Out

Mayor Henry Royse talks with Wes Billingsley of Glasgow Public Works about the city's Free Shredder Day (9 a.m.–noon on March 21 at the South Central Bank Ops Center) and Spring Cleanup Week (March 23–27). They explain pickup scheduling by regular garbage routes and allowances made because of recent ice storm damage. Key rules covered: put items at the right-of-way (edge of the road), bundle tree limbs into 3-foot tied bundles for regular pickup, dried paint is acceptable but no liquid paint, and appliances are not collected by the crew (but can be taken to the landfill free). Items not accepted include pesticides, batteries, asbestos, tires, auto parts, and construction materials such as drywall. Crews may run behind schedule due to high volume but will complete pickups.

Construction projects shouldn't be your biggest stressor — or your biggest money leak. In this episode, Rebecca sits down with construction management expert Renee Biery to talk about: Flat fees vs hourly billing Charging in advance Procurement on renovation projects Allowances and contractor negotiations Liability myths designers believe How construction stabilizes your income If you've ever felt burnt out on renovations or unsure how to price them profitably, this conversation will shift how you think about construction entirely.   Episode Resources: To learn more about Renee Biery visit her website, follow her on instagram and listen to her podcast, The Only Girl on the Jobsite. Episode 158: Managing a Construction Job Site with Renee Biery Episode 256: Live At High Point Market | Money Matters: Expert tips from a profitable business with Renée Biery, Dina Holland & Jamie Merida

Significant tax relief is on the way for Saint Lucians as sweeping changes to the country's income tax regime take effect for the 2025 income year. The amendments, recently passed in Parliament, increase child allowances, expand deductions for mortgage interest and medical expenses, raise investment caps, and make pension income fully tax-exempt.

In this jaw-dropping episode, Marcus sits down with an experienced Sugar Baby who has truly seen it all. From generous arrangements and luxury experiences to shocking behavior and outright audacity, she pulls back the curtain on what really happens behind the scenes in the sugar world.We dive into the wildest requests she's received, the red flags she learned to spot early, and the moments that made her question whether the allowance was even worth the headache. She shares stories of power plays, manipulation attempts, unexpected generosity, and the kind of entitlement that only money can amplify.But this isn't just about outrageous encounters — it's about strategy, boundaries, and survival. She breaks down how she learned to protect herself, set standards, and navigate high-value men without losing her self-respect.If you've ever wondered what Sugar Babies really experience — the good, the bad, and the completely unbelievable — this episode delivers the unfiltered truth.No fantasy. No filters. Just real stories from inside the bowl.Become a VIP Supporter of the show and receive coaching at www.patreon.com/secretsofasugardaddypodcastShare your stories, questions, and comments at www.secretsofasugardaddy.comFollow us on Instagram at www.instagram.com/secretsofasugardaddySubscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/@secretsofasugardaddy

How can we help our kids become resilient and independent without pushing too hard or protecting too much? This week, we sit down with Lee Benson, author of Value Creation Kid, to talk about turning everyday responsibilities into growth opportunities. Lee shares how chores, family meetings, and shared decision making can create a culture of leadership, accountability, and value creation at home. We wrap things up with practical steps families can take today, including involving kids in financial decisions and setting clear expectations that foster independence. Whether you are raising preschoolers or teens, this episode will help you shift from protecting to preparing your kids for life. Visit dinnertable.com to learn more about building a value driven family culture. CHAPTERS

On paper, supporting multiple sugar babies sounds like the ultimate flex—but in real life, it comes with serious trade-offs. In this episode, Marcus pulls back the curtain on what really happens when one arrangement turns into several. From overlapping expectations and emotional fatigue to time management issues and financial strain, the reality is far more complex than most people admit.If you've ever thought “more is better” in the sugar lifestyle—or you're already feeling stretched thin—this episode delivers a grounded, experience-based look at why fewer, well-managed arrangements often win in the long run.Become a VIP Supporter of the show and receive coaching at www.patreon.com/secretsofasugardaddypodcastShare your stories, questions, and comments at www.secretsofasugardaddy.comFollow us on Instagram at www.instagram.com/secretsofasugardaddySubscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/@secretsofasugardaddy

For today's episode as part of Nutrient Management Week, Grass10's John Maher is joined by Mike Ahern who is farming near Ballyduff, Co. Waterford.  Mike was the winner of the Nutrient Management category as well as the overall winner of that Grassland Farmer of the Year Competition in 2024 and he talks to John about the importance of driving growth with early fertiliser application on his farm as well as how to use GPS technology to minimise losses to ensure you get full value from the fertiliser allowances for your farm. Join us on the Dairy Edge each day of Nutrient Management Week for special episodes from farmers and experts and for more go to:https://teagasc.ie/news--events/news/grass10-nutrient-management-week-2026/  For more episodes from the Dairy Edge podcast go to the show page at:https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/dairy/the-dairy-edge-podcast/ The Dairy Edge is a co-production with LastCastMedia.com

Today on the Jimmy Barrett Show:Allowances and chores

In this episode of the Contractor Growth Network Podcast, Logan sits down with Andrew Nuhfer, founder of AKN Interiors, to unpack how clear communication, structured systems, and expectation-setting fuel high-end remodeling growth. Andrew shares how he's scaled AKN Interiors to over $3M annually while running 15–20 active projects—without sacrificing the client experience. From pre-construction planning and interior design collaboration to daily logs, scheduling, and post-project follow-ups, this episode breaks down what it actually looks like to run a modern, client-first remodeling operation. If you're looking to reduce friction, avoid misaligned expectations, and build a repeatable communication process your team and clients can trust, this conversation is packed with real-world insight.

“What's Buggin' You” segment for Monday 1-5-26

Mama and Papa Crockett joined the show live and we sat down and talked memories or growing up and other wild but true stories. Enjoy them all including this one: We talk allowances growing up!

Culture wars don't just trend, they shape how power moves. We dig into a week where celebrity influence and political spin collided: Nicki Minaj's embrace of a hard-right stage that actively undermines Black and LGBTQ communities, JD Vance's “stop apologizing for being white” applause line, and a devastating Hollywood family tragedy that shows how money can't mend untreated pain. The connective tissue is influence and accountability, who wields it, who gets harmed, and what it takes to repair trust.I talk through Nicki's long relationship with the fans who fueled her rise and why this sharp pivot feels like betrayal, not evolution. We revisit the pattern of courting crossover success, then denouncing it when backlash hits, and the choice to praise figures who've mocked the very people who once championed her. Accountability isn't about punishing art; it's about honoring the communities that built the stage in the first place. When leaders double down instead of showing contrition, they tell us exactly where their loyalties lie.Then we break down JD Vance's soundbite as a classic dog whistle,  confusing empathy with guilt and reframing equity as persecution. No one asked for apologies for being white; people asked for fairness, accurate history, and equal protection. That nuance gets lost because outrage is more clickable than honesty. Finally, we turn to the Nick Reiner case to confront the limits of wealth against addiction and mental illness. Allowances, access, and best intentions can still enable dysfunction without structure, evidence‑based treatment, and boundaries. The lesson is hard but necessary: resources matter, but accountability and care plans matter more.If this conversation sparks a reaction, good —add your voice. Follow the show, share the episode with a friend who cares about culture and truth, and leave a review with your take. Your perspective helps shape where we go next.Watch the video of this podcast HERE.

1. Opening & Setup (Intro)· J.R. introduces the topic: a frustrating moment at home that sparked the conversation· Brief context:o Blended family dynamicso Three kids in the house: ages 13, 11, and almost 2· Set the tone: honest, relatable, and open to listener advice2. The Incident That Sparked It All· J.R. explains what happened the night before:o J.R. was sick and out of commissiono Dinner dishes left in the kitcheno Normally he does the dishes· Asking the older girls for help:o Simple task: wash dishes and load the dishwashero Reaction from the kids felt extreme and resistant· J.R.'s emotional reaction:o Frustrationo Feeling like something has to change3. The Bigger Question: Why No Chores?· Reflection on responsibilities in the household:o Mom does everything: cooking, cleaning, driving, shoppingo Kids are given what they want and taken everywhere· J.R. questions:o Is it unreasonable to expect kids this age to help?o Is this a parenting issue, a generational issue, or both?· Comparison to host's childhood:o Chores were non-negotiableo If someone cooked, someone else cleanedo Responsibility was just part of life4. Shared Experiences & Self-Reflection· Launa shares:o Their own kids don't do chores eithero Admits it's partly the parents' fault· Reasons chores don't happen:o Busy schedules (sports, homework, showers)o Parents wanting things done quickly and correctlyo Perfectionism and lack of trust in kids doing it “right”· Acknowledgment:o Teaching and training takes timeo Avoidance creates long-term problems5. The Core Parenting Dilemma· Kids enjoy all the benefits of the household without contributing· J.R. asks the audience:o How do you actually get kids to help?o What works beyond “just tell them to do it”?· Discussion of discipline:o Taking away iPadso Why traditional punishments don't feel as effective today· Question of consistency and follow-through6. Listener Call-In AdviceCaller 1: Allowance & Consequences· Chores tied to allowance· Miss a chore → lose money· Lesson: responsibility equals reward· Counterpoint:o Kids don't need money if parents buy everythingCaller 2: Chore Charts & Electronics· Whiteboard chore system· Clear expectations· Rewards for completion, electronics taken away if not doneCaller 3: Teaching Life Skills Early· Kids need to learn how to function in life· Chores taught early and consistently· Emphasis on follow-through:o Empty threats don't worko Parents must stand firm7. Key Takeaways & Reflections· Chores are about:o Responsibilityo Life skillso Respect for the household· Common themes from callers:o Allowances worko Consequences must be realo Parents must be consistent· Acknowledgment that blended families add complexitySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Errol Parker and Clancy Overell wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota thanks to our friends at Dan Murphy's! Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Kirk and Marianne we talk about giving our kids allowances. Tune in to heart Kirk and Marianne Live in the Boom Boom Room chat with our listeners about times we've given or received allowances. How much did we get? One way to find out. Hit play!

Allowances in 2025, Klash With Kenzie, new Illinois laws in 2026, and Tinley Park parking lot PTSD. Chicago’s best morning radio show now has a podcast! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and remember that the conversation always lives on the Q101 Facebook page. Brian & Kenzie are live every morning from 6a-10a on Q101. Subscribe to our channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@Q101 Like Q101 on Facebook HERE: https://www.facebook.com/q101chicago Follow Q101 on Twitter HERE: https://twitter.com/Q101Chicago Follow Q101 on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/q101chicago/?hl=en Follow Q101 on TikTok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@q101chicago?lang=enSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this Nina's What's Trending, get insightful year-end roundup, including the average U.S. child’s allowance, YouTube personality quizzes, Netflix’s holiday streaming cues, and more. It’s a festive, funny, and unmissable start to your day—full of surprises, laughs, and holiday chaos! Nina's What's Trending is your daily dose of the hottest headlines, viral moments, and must-know stories from The Jubal Show! From celebrity gossip and pop culture buzz to breaking news and weird internet trends, Nina’s got you covered with everything trending right now. She delivers it with wit, energy, and a touch of humor. Stay in the know and never miss a beat—because if it’s trending, Nina’s talking about it! This is just a tiny piece of The Jubal Show. You can find every podcast we have, including the full show every weekday right here…➡︎ https://thejubalshow.com/podcasts The Jubal Show is everywhere, and also these places: Website ➡︎ https://thejubalshow.com Instagram ➡︎ https://instagram.com/thejubalshow X/Twitter ➡︎ https://twitter.com/thejubalshow Tiktok ➡︎ https://www.tiktok.com/@the.jubal.show Facebook ➡︎ https://facebook.com/thejubalshow YouTube ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/@JubalFresh Support the show: https://the-jubal-show.beehiiv.com/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Hump Day, yo! Gonna be in the teens tomorrow, so BE PREPARED! On the show today, we let you know what's on TV today/tonight, and we looked at a list of classic Christmas movies that are making their way back into theaters during the holiday season. In sports, Week 14 in the NFL kicks off tomorrow night, the Bucks play tonight and Giannis has been deleting Bucks content from his social media accounts. The Badger men's basketball team returns to the court tonight against Northwestern, the Steelers picked up Adam Theilen from the waiver wire, and the trial date has been set for Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase & Luis Ortiz. And speaking of Week 14 in the NFL, we made our Pigskin Picks just after 8am! A couple of incredible rescue stories this morning including an off-duty paramedic in L.A. who helped save a family from a fire, and another fire-rescue involving a utility worker in a bucket truck near Boston. And check out this record-breaking, 48-hour game of dodgeball that helped raise money & awareness for a breast cancer charity! It's 2025 and the average kid's allowance is $52 per month, or $13 a week. Elsewhere in sports, Danilo Gallinari announced his retirement from the NBA, and Charles Barkley and Dick Vitale are going to be teaming up for a couple of NCAA games this season! If you aren't quite feeling holly or jolly yet, here's a list of five things that can help you get into the holiday spirit! And in today's edition of "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about a bunch of spray-painted Christmas trees, a drunk raccoon, a grocery-store parking lot threesome, the IRS watching OnlyFans content, and missing cranberry sauce!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Jon posted a question in the More Than Money Facebook Group that set the trajectory for this episode. In it, Art dives into whether ministers should opt out of Social Security, how they can make the most of their housing allowance, and what “Trump Accounts” for kids are all about. Enjoy Jon's episode!Resources:8 Money MilestonesChristian Money HelpAsk a Money Question!

If you've ever argued about groceries, avoided showing your partner your skincare receipts, or wondered how to merge finances without losing your mind, this one's for you! From $300 facials to $3,000 handbags, Venmo-requesting girlfriends, U-Haul financial disasters, queer throuple budgeting, and how not to commit tax fraud as a married couple — this episode has answers to the questions YOU submitted about managing money.01:35 – Splurge or Save: Dyson dryers, facials & quiet luxury05:26 – $3,000 handbags & the lost purse saga08:30 – Gear talk, e-bikes & used surfboards10:23 – Listener Q&A: Power dynamics & “my treat” vacations16:55 – Merging finances without losing your identity23:04 – Allowances, budgets & guilt-free spending31:16 – Queer throuple money management36:12 – Financial secrets & student loan surprises41:46 – Investing, retirement, & balancing present vs future45:01 – Gift giving gone wrong: The $1200 suit49:03 – U-Hauling & the IKEA spending spiral51:31 – Eloping, wedding budgets & cake regrets57:54 – Who's the problem? (Hint: taxes.)01:01:00 – Closing & community love#LGBTQPodcast #QueerCouples #LesbianPodcast #MoneyTalks #RelationshipAdvice #WivesNotSisters #BudgetingTips #CouplesFinance #QueerLove #PodcastEpisodeConnect with us on social media: IG: @wivesnotsisterspod | TikTok: @wivesnotsisterspod | Youtube: @wivesnotsisterspod Follow our hosts on Instagram: @kaylalanielsen @alix_tucker You can also watch our episodes on Youtube at youtube.com/@wivesnotsisterspod!

Matt Damon's father wanted to have his ashes spread at Fenway Park but not on the field! Find out where Anna and Raven would want to have their ashes spread! What would your secret bar be like? Anna and Raven describe their made up bars and have Producer Julie ask the Office Squad to choose one! Would you ever put up a billboard to find love? One woman did…but make it six billboards! Anna and Raven want to know what other unique ways you have found love! The Anna and Raven Roadshow is back! Expert appraiser, Ryan Brechlin from Good Bottle Auctions will be appraising items from Wendy and Sarah! Some of these items are worth way more than what you thought! Are you up to date on this week's biggest news story? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on the trending news including the biggest winner of Wheel of Fortune, and the Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses! Anna and Raven's boss saw a review from a hotel that he almost stayed at; it was awful! Kid's One Star Reviews are back! The national average for an allowance is between $3-$7 a week! Anna doesn't give allowances but asks her kids about them! What are your rules when it comes to allowances? Lorenzo and Maddy have been engaged for two months and there are constantly women that hit on her fiancée at the gym. She thinks it would be nice for him to wear an engagement ring too. It doesn't have to be anything crazy expensive, but just a nice silver ring that shows people that he's in a committed relationship. He thinks it's weird, no men wear engagement rings. What do you think? JoAnn has a chance to win $200! All she has to do is answer more pop culture questions than Raven in Can't Beat Raven!

Paulina is traveling across The United States and Puerto Rico in less than a week. Plus, Fred asks the 13 if they were given an allowance growing up!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryanair has expanded its underseat bag allowance by 5cm for travellers this summer. Starting Thursday, September 4, the new maximum size will be 40 x 30 x 20cm, compared to the previous 40 x 20 x 25cm. The update follows an EU ruling that requires airlines to provide a minimum free luggage allowance of 40 x 30 x 15cm. In response, Ryanair has increased the height by 10cm while slightly reducing the depth by 5cm. The move has been welcomed by passengers, as Ryanair previously offered the smallest underseat bag dimensions of any major airline flying from Cork, Dublin, and Shannon airports. To find out more, Alan Morrissey was joined by Gearoid Mannion, Ennis based travel counsellor. Photo (c) Shannon Group

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In this episode, we're joined by three advocates who have worked to raise the personal needs allowance (PNA) and improve the quality of life for nursing home residents in their states. The PNA is a small portion of income that Medicaid nursing home residents can keep each month to cover personal expenses such as clothing, snacks, cell phone bills, and other essentials that make life more comfortable. The federal minimum PNA has not been raised since 1987 and remains just $30 a month, less than one dollar a day. While states can set higher amounts, they currently range from $30 to $200 a month, leaving most residents with only $2 to $3 per day for discretionary spending. Join us as we hear from Bill Lamb, a lifelong advocate in North Carolina, along with resident advocates Ray DiFrancesco of New Jersey, and Jeanette Martinez of Connecticut, as they share their experiences raising the PNA in their states and their advice for others working toward the same goal.

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Allowances. This is what we are covering in today's episode: why they matter so much more than designers realize, and how ignoring them can absolutely blow up your hours, your relationship with the client, and their entire budget. This might not sound sexy, but I promise you it is mission critical.  Join the waitlist for my course here: https://www.reneedevignierdesign.com/construction-management-interior-designers Find the full shownotes at: https://devignierdesign.com/allowances 

Maybe you received an allowance from your parents when you were a child. Guess what? You are still receiving an allowance! Also, new music today. I believe you will like it! 

Questions? Comments?Don and Tom dive into the human obsession with prediction—especially in finance—and why models fail us more than they help. They dissect the CAPE ratio, Fama vs. Shiller, and why “knowing” the market is a fool's errand. Listeners also get lessons on ETF pricing myths, market cap misunderstandings, SEP Roth IRAs (spoiler: they're basically unicorns), and whether dad deserves a gift or just more responsibilities.0:04 We crave certainty—even though our money brains are terrible at prediction.1:01 Wall Street's models exist to soothe our fear of the unknown.1:34 “All models are wrong, but some are useful” — CAPE ratio vs. the real world.2:39 Shiller vs. Fama: You can't time the market, even with a Nobel.4:51 Why diversification, risk-based equity premiums, and low fees beat predictions.5:24 Models work… until they don't (hello, Phillips Curve).7:02 Why the inflation-unemployment link broke after 2000: China changed the game.8:26 Let's admit it: You cannot accurately and consistently predict the future.9:14 Call from Catherine: Why Schwab ETF prices are “low” (spoiler: stock splits).11:31 Price per share means nothing. Market cap is what matters.13:04 Berkshire never split its stock—why it's $731K a share.14:24 Apple vs. Berkshire vs. Microsoft: Market cap is the real metric.16:32 Why the Dow is dumb (and would be even dumber with Berkshire in it).17:49 Listener Q: Where to park $450K before a home purchase? (Hint: not bonds.)18:29 High-yield savings accounts are still the best move.19:53 Father's Day preview: Don rants about dumb gifts and ungrateful kids.21:19 Kiplinger's list: 5 ways dads can teach money lessons (cue sarcasm).24:06 Allowances, budgeting, and tax talks with kids—realistic or fantasy?25:28 Roth IRAs and investing lessons for teens: what actually works.27:45 Why teaching kids to pick stocks is a dangerous myth.29:38 “Graduation fund” idea: simple global ETFs like AVGE or DFAW.30:43 Yes, your kids might move back in. Yes, it's happening again.32:13 Listener Q: Can you open a Roth SEP IRA? (Short answer: not really yet.)33:54 One firm offers it… but it'll cost you $500/year and it's shady.35:20 Final caller: Are there any annuities we do like? (Answer: the shortest show ever.)36:34 Program note: Tom gone for 2 weeks, Don wants your calls (or sympathy).Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don and Tom dive into the human obsession with prediction—especially in finance—and why models fail us more than they help. They dissect the CAPE ratio, Fama vs. Shiller, and why “knowing” the market is a fool's errand. Listeners also get lessons on ETF pricing myths, market cap misunderstandings, SEP Roth IRAs (spoiler: they're basically unicorns), and whether dad deserves a gift or just more responsibilities. 0:04 We crave certainty—even though our money brains are terrible at prediction. 1:01 Wall Street's models exist to soothe our fear of the unknown. 1:34 “All models are wrong, but some are useful” — CAPE ratio vs. the real world. 2:39 Shiller vs. Fama: You can't time the market, even with a Nobel. 4:51 Why diversification, risk-based equity premiums, and low fees beat predictions. 5:24 Models work… until they don't (hello, Phillips Curve). 7:02 Why the inflation-unemployment link broke after 2000: China changed the game. 8:26 Let's admit it: You cannot accurately and consistently predict the future. 9:14 Call from Catherine: Why Schwab ETF prices are “low” (spoiler: stock splits). 11:31 Price per share means nothing. Market cap is what matters. 13:04 Berkshire never split its stock—why it's $731K a share. 14:24 Apple vs. Berkshire vs. Microsoft: Market cap is the real metric. 16:32 Why the Dow is dumb (and would be even dumber with Berkshire in it). 17:49 Listener Q: Where to park $450K before a home purchase? (Hint: not bonds.) 18:29 High-yield savings accounts are still the best move. 19:53 Father's Day preview: Don rants about dumb gifts and ungrateful kids. 21:19 Kiplinger's list: 5 ways dads can teach money lessons (cue sarcasm). 24:06 Allowances, budgeting, and tax talks with kids—realistic or fantasy? 25:28 Roth IRAs and investing lessons for teens: what actually works. 27:45 Why teaching kids to pick stocks is a dangerous myth. 29:38 “Graduation fund” idea: simple global ETFs like AVGE or DFAW. 30:43 Yes, your kids might move back in. Yes, it's happening again. 32:13 Listener Q: Can you open a Roth SEP IRA? (Short answer: not really yet.) 33:54 One firm offers it… but it'll cost you $500/year and it's shady. 35:20 Final caller: Are there any annuities we do like? (Answer: the shortest show ever.) 36:34 Program note: Tom gone for 2 weeks, Don wants your calls (or sympathy). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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...and should older siblings get paid when they babysit their younger siblings?

Pastor Craig Smith reminds us that we're quick to excuse our own missteps yet often surprised when others fail, and he calls us to respond with the same patience and mercy we afford ourselves.

Allowances and Tooth Fairy Payouts Part 2See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tooth Fairy Payouts and AllowancesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.