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Thursday, June 11th, 2026 Today, inflation spikes to 4.2% as oil prices climb; Maine, South Carolina and Nevada held their state primary elections; the government admits it lied about events at Cities Church in a new filing in the criminal case against Don Lemon and other journalists, a judge refused to issue a restraining order against the $1.8B Slush Fund but gave a stern warning to Justice Department lawyers; the Justice Department's bid to get the courts to release certain Epstein files was a ruse after all; and Allison delivers your Good News. Thank You, Helix 20% Off Sitewide when you go to HelixSleep.com/dailybeans Thank You, Fast Growing Trees Get 20% off your first purchase  FastGrowingTrees.com/dailybeans The Latest Breakdown:Trump DOJ CORNERED by Judge in Jan 6 Cover-Up | The Breakdown Stories5 takeaways from the latest midterm primaries, with Platner's win and mixed results for Trump support | PBS News Inside Trump's White House, the Epstein Files Caused a Freakout | The New York Times Inflation jumps to 4.2%, the highest since early 2023 | NBC News Don Lemon seeks grand jury transcripts in Minnesota civil rights case, citing misconduct | AP News Good Trouble APA Services defends psychological science amidst NSF upheaval →Noah Caldwell-Gervais - YouTube  is doing a 12hr Livestream June 13 → https://riseupsingout.com and http://nokings.org →Triumphal Arch - Section 106 Assessment of Effect and Draft Programmatic Agreement →Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance -  Open For Comments →The Forest Service is accepting public comments until June 7th →Form WTAF-8647 →Recall Gov. Jeff Landry - Louisianadeservesbetter.com →STOP the deportation of Mohsen Mahdawi - Action Network →detentionwatchnetwork.org →FieldTeam6.org →Standwithminnesota.com →Tell Congress Ice out Now | Indivisible, Defund ICE | 5Calls →Congress: Divest From ICE and CBP | ACLU →ICE List  →iceout.org Good NewsDemocrat Annie Andrews to face off against Sen. Lindsey Graham in South Carolina, CBS News projects Indivisible How to build a pollinator garden | U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service →Share your Good News & Good Trouble - The Daily Beans →Beans Talk audio -beans-talk.simplecast.com →Email Dana LGBTQ Owned eating establishments in your area - hello@mswmedia.com Subject: “Dana's Project” Subscribe to the MSW YouTube Channel - MSW Media - YouTube Harry Dunn is running for CongressHarry Dunn for Maryland Our Donation Links Blue Wave California - bluewavecalifornia.org/concert Donate to Public Citizen - https://citizen.org/beans/ The Daily Beans is donating $10,000 and invites you to give what you can to support their life-affirming work - Donate to It Gets Better / The Daily Beans Fundraiser   Pathways to Citizenship link to MATCH Allison's Donationhttps://crm.bloomerang.co/HostedDonation?ApiKey=pub_86ff5236-dd26-11ec-b5ee-066e3d38bc77&WidgetId=6388736 Join Dana and The Daily Beans in support of Human Rights Campaign http://onecau.se/_ekes71 More Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - Donate, ActBlue.com/donate/msw-bwc, WhistleblowerAid.org/beans Dr. Allison Gill - The Breakdown | Allison Gill, Mueller, She Wrote @muellershewrote.com - Bluesky, MSW & The Daily Beans Podcast @muellershewrote - Instagram, MSW Media - YouTube →Federal workers - email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you're going to do, or just vent. I'm always here to listen.  Dana Goldberg - Dana is on Patreon! At Dana's Dugout, @dgcomedy - Bluesky, @dgcomedy - IG, Dana Goldberg - Facebook,  DanaGoldberg.com More from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | Allison Gill Reminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That's just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:https://apple.co/3XNx7ckWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?https://patreon.com/thedailybeanshttps://dailybeans.supercast.com/https://apple.co/3UKzKt0 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this week's message, we're taken to the Sermon on the Mount to reframe the cost of living crisis; not as a financial problem, but as a test of faith. The antidote to anxiety isn't a better budget or a higher salary, but a rightly ordered life that seeks God's kingdom first. A message about letting go of the need for certainty, and learning to trust the one who already knows.

05-31-26 COST OF LIVING CRISIS by Lisa Evers HOT97

This week, President Trump agreed to drop a $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS over the Biden administration targeting him and his family, and in exchange the DOJ will set up a fund that will be available to cover the legal fees and losses of other Americans who were politically targeted by government. Democrats hate it, some Republicans hate it. Is this corruption, or compensating people the Biden admin targeted?Plus, Gen Z is increasingly despondent that they will never own their own homes, and are extremely negative about the economy. How right are they, and where are they wrong? And what can the Trump admin do about it, if anything?And on UNHINGED: credentialed members of the NYC press corps are actively campaigning in support of the murderer of Brian Thompson.  So much for impartiality.The Heartland Institute's Linnea Lueken, Jim Lakely, S.T. Karnick, (AND DONALD KENDAL?) will talk about all of this and more on Episode #537 of the In The Tank Podcast.Join us LIVE at 1 p.m. ET on YouTube, Rumble, X, and Facebook.Visit our sponsor, Advisor Metals: https://climaterealismshow.com/metals In The Tank broadcasts LIVE every Thursday at 12pm CT on on The Heartland Institute YouTube channel. Tune in to have your comments addressed live by the In The Tank Crew. Be sure to subscribe and never miss an episode. See you there!Climate Change Roundtable is LIVE every Friday at 12pm CT on The Heartland Institute YouTube channel. Have a topic you want addressed? Join the live show and leave a comment for our panelists and we'll cover it during the live show!

Wednesday, May 20th, 2026 Today, The Senate finally advances a War Powers Resolution after eight tries; Todd Blanche refuses to block slush fund payouts for convicted sex offenders and rioters that assaulted police on January 6th; the DOJ adds a stipulation to the slush fund that ends the IRS audits into Trump's taxes; Donald has endorsed Ken Paxton for Senate and Republicans are livid; Trump is pressuring John Thune to fire the parliamentarian over his $1B Ballroom budget provision; the top lawyer at the US Treasury has resigned after DOJ established the $1.7B slush fund; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News. Thank You, Coyuchi Get 15% off your first order when you visit Coyuchi.com/dailybeans Thank You, HomeServe Go to HomeServe.com to find the plan that's right for you. Not available everywhere. Most plans range between $4.99 to $11.99 a month your first year. Terms apply on covered repairs. California Rising - It was a powerful night to launch the fight to win back the House! The show is over but you can still help us reach our fundraising goal! bluewavecalifornia.org/concert Guest: Oliver Larkin  Democratic Socialist running for U.S. House FL-25https://www.oliverforcongress.com/ The Latest Breakdown:Retired Judge Blasts Trump's $1.7B Slush Fund for Allies | The Breakdown StoriesThe IRS Thought it Could Fight Trump's Lawsuit, but it Struck a Deal Anyway | NYT Trump Is Pressuring John Thune to Fire the Parliamentarian Over Ballroom Funding - NOTUS | News of the United States Trump shows off White House ballroom construction as funding stalls in Congress | Washington Post Republican Senators Are Livid at Trump's Endorsement of Paxton | The New York Times Senate advances bill aimed at ending Iran war as Cassidy, after primary loss, flips to support | AP News Good Trouble ⭑ 5 Calls → Stop Trump's $1.8B Political Slush Fund   →Dump Data Centers MAY 23, UTAH STATE CAPITOL · Indivisible →Recall Gov. Jeff Landry - Louisianadeservesbetter.com →STOP the deportation proceedings against Mohsen Mahdawi - Action Network →SusanRogan - how-to-help-win-the-midterms →detentionwatchnetwork.org →FieldTeam6.org →Standwithminnesota.com →Tell Congress Ice out Now | Indivisible, Defund ICE | 5Calls →Congress: Divest From ICE and CBP | ACLU →ICE List  →iceout.org Good NewsSome Colorado Democrats seek to censure Governor Polis over Tina Peters clemency See Dana Sept 23 in Chicago →Share your Good News & Good Trouble - The Daily Beans →Beans Talk audio -beans-talk.simplecast.com →Email Dana LGBTQ Owned eating establishments in your area - hello@mswmedia.com Subject: “Dana's Project” Subscribe to the MSW YouTube Channel - MSW Media - YouTube Harry Dunn is running for CongressHarry Dunn for Maryland Our Donation Links The Daily Beans is donating $10,000 and invites you to give what you can to support their life-affirming work - Donate to It Gets Better / The Daily Beans Fundraiser The Daily beans is donating $10,000 and invites you to give what you can to support their life-affirming work - Donate to It Gets Better / The Daily Beans Fundraiser Pathways to Citizenship link to MATCH Allison's Donationhttps://crm.bloomerang.co/HostedDonation?ApiKey=pub_86ff5236-dd26-11ec-b5ee-066e3d38bc77&WidgetId=6388736 Join Dana and The Daily Beans in support of Human Rights Campaign http://onecau.se/_ekes71 More Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - Donate, ActBlue.com/donate/msw-bwc, WhistleblowerAid.org/beans Dr. Allison Gill - The Breakdown | Allison Gill, Mueller, She Wrote @muellershewrote.com - Bluesky, MSW & The Daily Beans Podcast @muellershewrote - Instagram, MSW Media - YouTube →Federal workers - email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you're going to do, or just vent. I'm always here to listen.  Dana Goldberg - Dana is on Patreon! At Dana's Dugout, @dgcomedy - Bluesky, @dgcomedy - IG, Dana Goldberg - Facebook,  DanaGoldberg.com More from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | Allison Gill Reminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That's just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:https://apple.co/3XNx7ckWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?https://patreon.com/thedailybeanshttps://dailybeans.supercast.com/https://apple.co/3UKzKt0 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Food charities warn the pressure on household budgets is now so dire it's no longer a cost of living crisis - but the cost to survive. Amy Williams reports.

Supermarket giant Coles misled consumers with fake discounts – although it didn’t unlawfully jack up its prices. That’s the verdict of the Federal Court in a big win for watchdog the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission. Now, the ACCC is coming after rival Woolies and grocery suppliers - so how will retailers react, and what will it mean for prices at the checkout? Our reporter Angelica Snowden is here. Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Coles misled shoppers with ‘Down Down’ discounts, Federal Court finds How Australia’s biggest farmers allegedly rigged broccoli and lettuce prices Woolworths executive tells court pricing rules stopped suppliers ‘gaming the system’ This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our team includes Lia Tsamoglou, Joshua Burton and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Tuesday, Marty Nwachukwu, a member of Erie County United joined us to explain what she is identifying as a widespread cost-of-living crisis, and possible solutions here in Erie.

Hundreds of billions in extra revenue - from cutting the NDIS and a suite of tax changes - will pay for a $250 gift to every worker plus create an election war-chest as Anthony Albanese positions Labor for the 2028 election. Today, our journos’ frank and funny take on Budget 2026. Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see our videos by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Every major announcement broken down Oversold and underachieving: our snap verdicts How Chalmers became the highest taxing treasurer of all time This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. Our team includes Lia Tsamoglou, Tiffany Dimmack, and Joshua Burton.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeremy Cordeaux returns for another fiery edition of The Court of Public Opinion – GARAGE Edition, tackling Australia’s looming Federal Budget, the rise of One Nation, the collapse of traditional political parties, and growing concerns around government spending and immigration. Jeremy questions Labor’s promises on negative gearing and taxation, blasts government waste and inflationary policies, and examines the political fallout from the Farrer by-election. He also discusses Britain’s political shake-up, Australia’s handling of ISIS brides, and concerns surrounding national fuel security. Plus, reflections on the collapse of America’s CBS Radio Network and a nostalgic look at entertainment and historical anniversaries. Topics Discussed Federal Budget expectations and criticism Jim Chalmers and government spending Negative gearing and capital gains tax debate Inflation and interest rate concerns One Nation’s by-election success Liberal Party identity crisis Immigration and housing pressures Nigel Farage and Reform UK political surge British political upheaval ISIS brides returning to Australia Syrian government claims against Australia Fuel security and diesel reserves Fossil fuel policy debate Collapse of CBS Radio Network Burt Bacharach and Perry Como reflections Elizabeth Taylor anecdotes Historical anniversaries and entertainment history See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back to another episode of the Couple Casuals Podcast!In this episode, Stefano sits down with Conservative MP and National Outreach Chair Arpan Khanna for a real conversation about politics, public service, affordability, and the future of Canada.Arpan shares his journey growing up in a hardworking immigrant family, watching his parents sacrifice to build a better life in Canada, and how those values shaped his passion for politics, community, and public service.From working tough summer jobs and studying criminology to entering politics through grassroots conservative activism, Arpan opens up about the experiences that pushed him toward fighting for Canadian families and becoming a Member of Parliament.The conversation dives deep into the importance of free speech, open dialogue, and why meaningful conversations matter more than ever in a divided political climate.Throughout the episode, Stefano and Arpan discuss:• Arpan's upbringing and his parents' immigrant journey to Canada• the values of hard work, discipline, integrity, and community• why public service should always put people before politics• the importance of free speech and open conversation in Canada• Pierre Poilievre's leadership, vision, and growing support across the country• martial arts, discipline, and the mindset behind leadership• why more young Canadians need to get involved politically• the growing affordability crisis facing Canadians• housing costs, food inflation, and rising financial pressure on families• youth unemployment and why many young people feel hopeless• government spending, taxes, and the expansion of bureaucracy• repeat offenders, crime, public safety, and Arpan's jail-not-bail legislation• the impact of carbon taxes, gas prices, and rising grocery costs• the recent floor crossings in Parliament and what they mean for voters• concerns around government accountability and political trust• why Conservatives believe smaller government creates stronger citizens• restoring optimism, opportunity, and the Canadian promiseArpan also shares what it felt like walking into Parliament for the first time, the responsibility he feels representing his constituents, and why he still believes Canada's best days are ahead.Grab a casual, lock in, and let's get into it.Host: Stefano (stefo)Instagram: @drstefohttps://www.instagram.com/drstefo?igs...Guest: Arpan Khanna Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arpankhanna?igsh=YWd2OHNheGE4OWg2https://arpankhannamp.ca/contact/This episode is brought to you by Canada First — secure your home with Canada's best home fortification. Visit https://canadafirst.com/ to learn more.Follow Canada First on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/canadafirst.inc?igsh=OGd4YjZ5enV0M2t5CHAPTERS 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:05 Meet Arpan Khanna 00:02:40 Why Conversations Matter 00:05:10 Fighting For Communities 00:06:55 Pierre Poilievre & UFC 00:09:55 Arpan's Immigrant Story 00:13:05 Discovering Politics 00:15:00 Why Politics Matters 00:17:05 Becoming Conservative 00:18:50 Conservative Values Explained 00:21:00 Crime & Repeat Offenders 00:23:10 Taking A Seat In Parliament 00:26:30 Floor Crossing Betrayal 00:30:05 Don't Lose Faith In Canada 00:31:55 Is Pierre Still The Leader? 00:34:20 Liberal Policies Under Fire 00:35:10 Cost Of Living Crisis 00:38:00 Are Canadians Being Misled? 00:39:20 Rich vs Poor Canada 00:40:40 Gas Prices & Carbon Tax 00:43:05 The Carbon Tax Illusion 00:44:20 Canada's Untapped Potential 00:46:10 Big Government Problems 00:48:35 Government Spending & Corruption 00:51:00 Public Sector vs Private Sector 00:53:20 The Future Of Young Canadians 00:56:10 Housing & Home Ownership 00:58:40 Crime, Drugs & Disorder 01:02:10 Freedom & Canadian Identity 01:05:00 Why Canadians Feel Frustrated 01:08:30 Media Narratives & Messaging 01:12:20 Restoring Hope In Canada 01:15:40 Final Thoughts 01:18:00 Closing Message

Shrinkflation is the practice of reducing product sizes while keeping prices the same – a subtle form of inflation many consumers overlook.  In this episode, we explore new research by Aljoscha Janssen at Singapore Management University, examining how widespread shrinkflation is in retail, why consumers react differently to size changes than price rises, and what this means for transparency and consumer protection. Read the original research: https://doi.org/10.1287/mksc.2024.0948  

Nine in ten Americans are struggling in an affordability crisis. Has Trump bankrupted America just like many of his businesses? Plus Geeky Science Fact: Plants punch back at the inflammation lethal to you.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you trust God when life feels expensive, uncertain, and out of your control?In this episode, Rob and Noel discuss the cost-of-living pressures facing people in Dublin, the spiritual weight of scarcity, and the biblical promise of daily bread. Drawing from Exodus 16, the manna principle, Sabbath, the Camino, and personal stories of provision, they reflect on how God teaches us to trust Him one day at a time.

Premier David Eby joins Aaron Pete to discuss DRIPA, BC's economy, rising deficits, reconciliation tensions, the cost of living crisis, and criticism facing his government.Send us Fan MailSupport the shownuancedmedia.ca

Marto hosted Two-Up over the Anzac Day weekend - and after seeing all the cash flying around, he’s not so sure about this ‘cost of living crisis’.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Garda Representative Association is holding its annual conference in Westport this week – yesterday and today, with delegates from across the country highlighting what they describe as growing pressures on rank-and-file gardaí. From concerns around staffing and retention, to rising threats against members, discipline policies, and calls for better training and equipment, a wide range of issues are up for debate at what's being described as a crucial moment for the force. Alan Morrissey spoke with Clare's GRA representative, Garda Paul Crowley. Image © Pat Flynn

Tonight on the WiseNuts Podcast, we break down how modern life feels more disconnected than ever.Why do people post all day but ignore basic text messages?Has meme culture replaced real communication?We also get into the cost of living crisis, rising pressure around housing and insurance in California, and why everyday life feels harder even when nothing seems to be changing on paper.From social media behavior to real-world financial stress, tonight's conversation keeps coming back to one thing, people are living online constantly, but struggling more than ever in real life.Raw takes. No filter. Real conversations.

Topic I: Trumpflation: Iran war and the cost of living crisis Topic II: Overcrowded Prisons: Time for Reform? Presenter(s): AMMAR AHMAD IMRAN AHMAD Guest(s): * IKevin Albertson * ILotanna Emediegwu * Andrea Coomber * Jessica Pandian Producer(s):Manahil Khalid, Mutbashra Ahmed, Sitwat Mirza & Maheda Neesir Researchers: Saira Ahmed sba , Shamayala Sabahat Malik Sba, Aqsa Rana Sba, Natasha Lone Sba, Salma Sba

Beloved Australian ginger beer maker Bundaberg Brewed Drinks is watching costs soar thanks to the Iran war, and - like many suppliers - it’s being told by Woolworths it can’t raise shelf prices. Coles is offering struggling dairy farmers extra payments, but the regulator is breathing down both supermarkets’ necks. Someone has to pay - is it going to be shoppers? Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Australian suppliers warn of collapse as they push Coles, Woolworths for price rises Woolworths tells suppliers price hikes are not the answer as requests roll in This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Our team includes Tiffany Dimmack, Joshua Burton and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sara Mitchell from Diggers Club is resourceful & enthusiastic when it comes to growing food. On ABC Talkback Gardening she shares how to produce your own great winter veggies.

Data is showing older people, and women in particular, are under pressure from increased cost of living. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

In this episode of the Pain Pill Podcast, we break down the real reasons behind today's rising cost of living—and why it feels like the system is working against everyday people.From skyrocketing rent and grocery prices to stagnant wages and corporate profits, we connect the dots between inflation, housing, debt, and what many are calling modern-day “American greed.”This isn't just about numbers—it's about real life. Why are people working more but still falling behind? Who's actually benefiting from this economy? And what can you do to survive and move smarter in a system that feels rigged?We dive into:The truth behind inflation and rising pricesWhy housing costs are out of controlHow corporations are making record profitsThe hidden traps of debt and creditReal strategies people are using to stay afloatIf you've ever felt like no matter how hard you work, it's still not enough—this episode is for you. Pain Pill Podcast — Truth you can feel.

In this episode of the Pain Pill Podcast, we break down the real reasons behind today's rising cost of living—and why it feels like the system is working against everyday people.From skyrocketing rent and grocery prices to stagnant wages and corporate profits, we connect the dots between inflation, housing, debt, and what many are calling modern-day “American greed.”This isn't just about numbers—it's about real life. Why are people working more but still falling behind? Who's actually benefiting from this economy? And what can you do to survive and move smarter in a system that feels rigged?We dive into:The truth behind inflation and rising pricesWhy housing costs are out of controlHow corporations are making record profitsThe hidden traps of debt and creditReal strategies people are using to stay afloatIf you've ever felt like no matter how hard you work, it's still not enough—this episode is for you. Pain Pill Podcast — Truth you can feel.

Dave Chilton, author of The Wealthy Barber, joins Aaron Pete to discuss financial literacy, inflation, rising costs, saving money, entrepreneurship, taxes, and how Canadians can survive the cost of living crisis.Send us Fan MailSupport the shownuancedmedia.ca

The Irish Congress of Trade Unions has said that the government needs to take action to combat the impact of inflation on workers and the unemployed in Ireland.The Harmonised Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) showed that prices rose by 3.6% in March of this year, an increase from 2.5% in February.General Secretary of ICTU, Owen Reidy, speaks to Matt about his concerns on The Last Word.Hit the ‘Play' button on this page to hear the piece.

Stepping away from houses in favour of ‘green cities' comprised of four-story-high apartments could be Ireland's best solution to the housing crisis. That's according to Dublin-based JFOC architects, who have presented the idea as an alternative suburban community plan. If apartments hold the promise of fostering community, can we pivot or are some dreams more stubborn than others? Claire McManus, director of JFOC, joined Anton Savage on the show to discuss.

As trade unions prepare for talks on a successor to the Public Service Agreement, due to expire at the end of June, trade union Unite today released the results of a new survey of Unite members, highlighting the cost of living struggles in the public sector.Tom Fitzgerald, Regional Coordinating Officer of UNITE, joined Anton Savage on the show to discuss.

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The number of abandoned or stray dogs being euthanised in Irish council shelters has increased fourfold over three years. So says research by University College Dublin, with Ireland having the highest proportion of healthy dogs being put down across Ireland and the UK. A large reason for this is ‘dogflation', and Corina Fitzsimons, PR & Communications Executive with the Irish Blue Cross spoke to Anton with more on this.

What happens when you need a gap year from real life? When you’ve worked hard, climbed the corporate ladder and saved every penny to buy your first apartment in the big city, only to find yourself in a trap? Tim Abbott was living the quintessential city life. By 28, he had cracked the Sydney property market, secured a stable corporate career, and built a thriving side hustle making memes for over 100,000 Instagram followers. But behind the scenes, a shocking $11,500 quarterly strata bill and the crushing weight of the cost-of-living crisis brought him to breaking point. Tim realised he was "cosplaying adulthood" in a life he couldn't afford and didn't enjoy. So, he engineered what he calls a "Financial Gap Year." In this episode of Pivot Club, Sarah Davidson speaks with Tim about his decision to trade his laptop for a tractor. Tim explains how he quit his job in digital marketing, rented out his apartment, and moved to a rural farm in Queensland to work on a timber plantation. Now, living in a caravan and cutting his expenses by 90%, he is on a mission to regain his financial freedom with a massive goal in mind: To save $100,000 in just 12 months. We unpack the "ego death" of leaving a "cool" city identity for high-vis and manual labour, the unexpected joy found in a simple existence, and how to tell the difference between what society wants for you and what you actually want for yourself. Join us for an honest and hilarious conversation about taking back control of your own timeline. Check out more from Pivot Club here THE END BITS: Want more from Sarah Davidson? Check out her podcast Seize The Yay. Discover more Mamamia podcasts here. Feedback: podcast@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message, and one of our Podcast Producers will get back to you ASAP. Rate or review us on Apple by clicking on the three dots in the top right-hand corner, click Go To Show then scroll down to the bottom of the page, click on the stars at the bottom and write a review. CREDITS: Guest: Tim Abbott Host: Sarah Davidson Executive Producer: Courtney Ammenhauser Senior Producer: Sally Best Audio Producer: Thom Lion This show was brought to you in partnership with Charles Sturt University. Australia's largest and most experienced online uni. Take the next step. Search Charles Sturt University online. Complete our short survey about education for for a chance to win a $1,000 gift voucher in our quarterly draw! https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8467038/Ch Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Keir Starmer's cost of living crisisAt the beginning of this year, Keir Starmer vowed to bring down the cost of living. But as other PMs learned before him, this is often out of the government's control.The Iran war is threatening to ruin his strategy and Starmer now finds himself in a bind.Anoosh Chakelian is joined by political editor, Ailbhe Rea.READ: https://www.newstatesman.com/politics/uk-politics/2026/03/keir-starmer-is-struggling-to-keep-his-new-years-resolution LISTEN AD-FREE:

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Rising oil prices and market turmoil as a result of the war in the Middle East are fuelling fears the cost of living crisis could get even tougher. Energy bills, mortgage rates and petrol prices could all surge in the fallout from the conflict. So how much could the war tighten the screws on our personal finances? Lucy Hough speaks to the deputy editor of the Guardian's money section, Rupert Jones – watch on YouTube How will war in the Middle East affect your finances?. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

What kinds of action would you like the government to take to help with the imminent cost-of-living crisis?Joining Iain Dale on Cross Question are the former Conservative Education Secretary Justine Greening, MPs Darren Paffey from Labour and Pippa Heylings from the Liberal Democrats, plus the PR agency partner Tom Skinner.

Rachel Reeves may have delivered her Spring Forecast – but have events in the Middle East made the chancellor's announcement redundant?With President Trump predicting the Iran conflict could continue for a further four to five weeks, the world is starting to realise the economic consequences.Global oil and gas prices are spiking and fuelling the threat of higher inflation and interest rates.Niall is joined by Sky's economics and data editor, Ed Conway, to discuss the effects on the UK economy – and why you might be feeling the pinch.Have you got a question for Niall? Email the show – why@sky.uk

Engaged couples everywhere, like literally all over the world, are grappling with the harsh reality of wedding planning amid the ongoing cost of living crisis, and it's causing some people to make the decision to elope or cut back and in some cases even postpone their wedding until a time when they feel, I don't know, more confident about their financial situation.According to the results of the 2026 EasyWedding Industry Report the average cost now for a venue, a wedding venue is $17,500AUD. For the UK, your venue costs vary very widely by type and location, season inclusions, things like that, but an average for 2026 hovers around 8,000- 11,00£, and that would include your basic catering and packages.According to The Knot and Zola and WeddingWire, the prices you are having to deal with, swing hugely from state to state. You've got New Jersey topping at over $27,000 USD with California at approximately $8-15k.The United States is both the least and most expensive country to book a wedding venue in.But the constant is that in Australia, the UK, the United States, the venue cost frequently takes up the lion's share of the whole budget, as in the largest percentage slice of whatever budget a couple is working with. And in my mind, that means that there are opportunities to make choices, compromises, and smart swaps.Stick around to find out what these four levers are that you can adjust on your wedding venue. To help you either redistribute your wedding budget, go on a dream honeymoon, or slash your costs to save for another day. RESOURCES2026 EasyWeddings Australian Wedding Industry Report: https://www.easyweddings.com.au/business/australian-wedding-industry-reports/#download-formGuides for Brides: https://guidesforbrides.co.uk/wedding-ideas/how-much-do-wedding-venues-costThe Knot: https://www.theknot.com/content/average-cost-reception-venueSend Unbridely a 90-second audio message on Speakpipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/unbridelypodcast*The Unbridely Podcast is sponsored by its listeners. When you purchase products or services through links on our website or via the podcast, we may earn an affiliate commission.*------This episode of the Unbridely Modern Wedding Planning Podcast is brought to you by WedSites.com, Unbridely's recommended all-in-one wedding website builder, guest management platform & wedding planning tool.Visit WedSites.com to get started on your FREE wedding website and use code UNBRIDELYPOD to get 10% off any of their paid plans.-----Unbridely acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we record this podcast on, the Kaurna People. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Support the showFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unbridely/or TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@unbridelyEmail the Unbridely Podcast:hello@unbridely.com

In this edition Sheila Dillon explores the creativity of chefs, and asks how it's being affected by the ongoing cost of living crisis. For Sheila, creativity in cooking is one of the pleasures we often take for granted when we go out to eat, and marvels at the alchemy chefs work with raw ingredients. But the hospitality industry is grappling with very difficult economic conditions - increased national insurance, business rates, energy bills, rent, cost of ingredients coupled with fewer customers with less money to spend, all mean that many restaurants are struggling to survive. According to the latest data from the Hospitality Market Monitor by NIQ, restaurant closures accelerated in the last three months of 2025 to nearly 19 businesses a week. What happens to that creativity when the industry is under so much pressure?In the programme chefs talk to Sheila about what creativity looks like in their kitchens at the moment, as the cost crisis leads to more restrictions on how and what they cook. We also hear how chefs of the future are being trained to work creatively in this tough environment. We hear from: Sam Lomas, Head Chef at Briar in Somerset; Owen Morgan, co-founder and owner of Forty-Four group; Charlie Buchanan-Smith, co-founder of The Free Company near Edinburgh; Niall McKenna, owner of James St and Waterman House in Belfast; Frank Fiore, Catering Manager at Milton Keynes University Hospital; Chantal Symons, Lead Development Chef at LEON Restaurants; and chef-lecturers Steve Oram and Ian Sutton and students at Capital City College at Westminster.Presented by Sheila Dillon and produced by Sophie Anton for BBC Audio in Bristol.

It may feel like there's an affordability crisis but is it really all that bad? Also, we explain why more Canadian women are getting financially lit and look into the idea of a mandatory national service for young folk.

Inflation “cooled” to a 2.4% headline print and yields eased, so the market tried to act like everything's fine. Then you pay your utility bill, buy groceries, or look at a mortgage payment and remember we're living in a post 2020 price reset economy. In this episode, we break down why CPI can look “better” while real life stays expensive, why housing is still stuck even with slightly lower rates, and how incentives are doing the heavy lifting for builders while affordability remains the real problem. We also hit the reality check in autos with record 1.67T in debt and subprime delinquencies at an all time high. And because the timeline can't just be normal, we wrap with the AI ladder, from narrow tools to agentic systems, and what it means when the robots go from talking to doing.

Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshack In this Reboot Republic Rory speaks to Joan Carthy of the Irish Wheelchair Association about the cost of living crisis facing disabled people and their campaign for an emergency cost of disability winter payment. Joan explains how disabled people feel like they were pawns in the election after promises were made by Government but then their supports were cut in Budget 2026. Joan talks about the reality of having to choose between heating and eating and their campaign and determination to change things. Editors note: The campaign has received support from Affordable Ireland. The No Homes For Sale podcast is out now here:https://www.patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-151345772 The ICE and Forever War podcast with Greg Stoker is here:https://www.patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-150904626 Support the Ionad Hind Rajab here:https://www.patreon.com/posts/ionad-hind-rajab-150782129

It’s Friday, and it’s a news-free zone. Breathe out, friends, and let’s kick off with a splash of skincare nepotism — Gwyneth Paltrow’s daughter Apple is sharing how Mum asked all her “Goopy” friends to help fix her teenage acne and honestly, haven’t we all? Also, iconic magazine editor Anna Wintour just sat down with her successor, Vogue Content Director Chloe Malle, and served up a deeply awkward masterclass in 'Boomer vs. Millennial' work ethic clash. So, who wants to pay everyone 30 per cent more? Is it ever okay to mention your food intolerance on a first date? What about your ex? What about your mother? And who the hell does pay, in 2026? The New York Times has dropped a new set of 'Dating Rules'. Some are genius, some are unhinged, and yes, we have thoughts. And finally, we tackle a domestic mystery as old as time: Are you a box-flattener or are you... normal? Plus, recommendations. Jessie Stephens has a very helpful robot for you. Clare Stephens wants to help you unlock creativity (it's a new year, fire horses) and Holly Wainwright wants to show you her new pants. SUBSCRIBE here: Support independent women's media Recommendations Clare recommends The Writer's Studio which offers courses for aspiring writers. Holly recommends the jersey barrel leg pants from Uniqlo In a turn of events, Jessie is recommending Chat GPT (we're shocked too) for anybody who needs some design help when moving house. What To Listen To Next: EMERGENCY MEETING: 'Prince' Andrew's Arrest Is Not What You Think It Is Listen: Angelina Jolie & The Existential Threat Of Desirable Older Women Listen: MAFS & The Specific Cruelty of the ‘Sexual Chemistry’ Question Listen: All The Gossip From The Wuthering Heights Premiere (And Why Mia Walked Out) Listen: Wuthering Heights & the ‘Bad Man’ Controversy Listen: "Uh-Oh, I'm A Finger Princess" Listen: Jessie and Clare Stephens' Weird Twin Shit Just Got Weirder Listen: An Affair Confession Live On Air Listen: The Best (And Worst) Generations Of Parents. A Leaderboard! Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here including the very latest episode of Parenting Out Loud, the parenting podcast for people who don't listen to... parenting podcasts. SUBSCRIBE here: Support independent women's media Watch Australia's #1 podcast, Mamamia Out Loud: Mamamia Out Loud on YouTube What to read: Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is the first British royal arrested in almost 400 years. Here's everything we know. HOLLY WAINWRIGHT: Only Andrew, just Sarah and a teenage 'nobody' who rewrote royal history. 'Margaret Qualley just shared her "dating rules," and I'm here to break every single one.' Anna Wintour is fashion's most powerful woman. She is famously secretive about her love life. Inside the extremely elite Le Bal des Débutantes, a Bridgerton ball for nepo babies. THE END BITS: Check out our merch at MamamiaOutLoud.com GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message. Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud and on Tiktok @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Clare Stephens, Jessie Stephens & Holly Wainwright Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock Audio Producer: Leah Porges Video Producer: Josh Green Junior Content Producer: Tessa KotowiczBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Inflation has fallen a long way from its peak - but many people still feel worse off, and price rises have remained stubbornly above the Bank of England's 2% target. So what actually caused the big inflation spike, how close are we to “normal”, and what does that mean for households? Helen is joined by David Miles (OBR and former member of the Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee) and Peter Levell (IFS) to break down the basics: what inflation is, why central banks target 2% rather than 0%, and what drove prices up so sharply in recent years. We also dig into who inflation hits hardest, how much of the cost-of-living crisis is really about inflation, and why the Bank raises interest rates even though it can make life feel tougher in the short run. Become a member: https://ifs.org.uk/individual-membershipFind out more: https://ifs.org.uk/podcasts-explainers-and-calculators/podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There is an ongoing cost-of-living crisis in Ireland that needs to be urgently addressed by the government. That's according to a private members motion to be debated in the Dáil this evening. To debate this further was Richard Boyd Barrett People Before Profit TD supporting the motion and Fine Gael TD Michael Murphy for Tipperary South.

Last August, to the relief of many homeowners, the Reserve Bank's governor, Michele Bullock, announced a cut in interest rates and expressed confidence that inflation was heading in the right direction. But on Tuesday, the RBA hiked rates for the first time in over two years, raising the cash rate by 25 basis points to 3.85%. Guardian columnist and chief economist of the Australia Institute, Greg Jericho, talks to Nour Haydar about what the rate hike means, why he sees it as ‘cowardly' and what it all has to do with the Ashes

The cost of living crisis is getting worse and worse, and it's not by accident.#WeNeedToTalk about why everything feels more expensive right now. Utility bills are rising year over year, healthcare costs are spiraling, and recent policy choices — including the “Big Beautiful Bill” — are making things worse by cutting over $1 trillion from Medicaid and stripping away renewable energy incentives that would lower costs for families. Renewables remain the most affordable and fastest-to-deploy energy solution, but incentives are being blocked while fossil fuels receive massive handouts.In this live conversation, I break down what's happening through the lens of faith, justice, and shared humanity, because these aren't just policy issues, they're dignity issues. And if we care about our neighbors, our communities, and the people most impacted by these rising costs, we have a responsibility to stay informed and hold our elected representatives accountable.What We Can Do* Stay informed about how rising utility and healthcare costs are connected to policy decisions.* Contact your elected representatives and tell them affordability, renewable energy, and healthcare access must be prioritized.* Support renewable energy expansion, since it is the cheapest and fastest solution to lowering bills long-term.* Share accurate information with friends, family, and community members to push back against misinformation.* Advocate for Medicaid protections, especially for children, seniors, disabled individuals, pregnant people, and rural communities.* Have compassionate conversations in your circles, using data and personal stories, to help others understand the human impact.* Strengthen community care networks, checking in on neighbors, elders, and vulnerable families who might be struggling.* Use your faith and values as a guide, grounding your advocacy in love, dignity, and collective responsibility.* Support local mutual aid or community organizations that help families bridge the gaps created by policy failures.* Raise awareness online, amplifying justice-centered voices and keeping attention on the communities most impacted.#WeNeedToTalk is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit malyndahale.substack.com/subscribe

What happens when you need a gap year from real life? When you’ve worked hard, climbed the corporate ladder and saved every penny to buy your first apartment in the big city, only to find yourself in a trap? Tim Abbott was living the quintessential city life. By 28, he had cracked the Sydney property market, secured a stable corporate career, and built a thriving side hustle making memes for over 100,000 Instagram followers. But behind the scenes, a shocking $11,500 quarterly strata bill and the crushing weight of the cost-of-living crisis brought him to breaking point. Tim realised he was "cosplaying adulthood" in a life he couldn't afford and didn't enjoy. So, he engineered what he calls a "Financial Gap Year." In this episode of Pivot Club, Sarah Davidson speaks with Tim about his decision to trade his laptop for a tractor. Tim explains how he quit his job in digital marketing, rented out his apartment, and moved to a rural farm in Queensland to work on a timber plantation. Now, living in a caravan and cutting his expenses by 90%, he is on a mission to regain his financial freedom with a massive goal in mind: To save $100,000 in just 12 months. We unpack the "ego death" of leaving a "cool" city identity for high-vis and manual labour, the unexpected joy found in a simple existence, and how to tell the difference between what society wants for you and what you actually want for yourself. Join us for an honest and hilarious conversation about taking back control of your own timeline. THE END BITS: Want more from Sarah Davidson? Check out her podcast Seize The Yay. Discover more Mamamia podcasts here. Feedback: podcast@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message, and one of our Podcast Producers will get back to you ASAP. Rate or review us on Apple by clicking on the three dots in the top right-hand corner, click Go To Show then scroll down to the bottom of the page, click on the stars at the bottom and write a review. CREDITS: Guest: Tim Abbott Host: Sarah Davidson Executive Producer: Courtney Ammenhauser Senior Producer: Sally Best Audio Producer: Thom Lion This show was brought to you in partnership with Charles Sturt University. Australia's largest and most experienced online uni. Take the next step. Search Charles Sturt University online. Complete our short survey about education for for a chance to win a $1,000 gift voucher in our quarterly draw! https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8467038/Ch Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This one hits deeper than a startup story.I sat down with Kal Merhi, founder of iRoomit, and what began as a simple “Airbnb-for-roommates” conversation turned into a masterclass in resilience, reinvention, and building something that actually serves people.Kal grew up in Beirut during the civil war—fifteen years of survival, homelessness, and walking miles every morning just to get water. He came to Canada with ten family members and two dollars, learned the language on the fly, bought his first business with a handshake and a promissory note, scaled to 23 stores, lost everything, rebuilt five more businesses, burned out, lost his mother… and then found the idea that finally felt like purpose.iRoomit wasn't built to chase hyper-growth or squeeze users for revenue.It was built to solve a real, global problem:Rent is unaffordable. Loneliness is rising. Scams are everywhere. And millions of people just need a safe, stable place to live.In this episode, we break down:* How Kal's war-zone childhood shaped his belief that every person deserves “100 square feet called home.”* How bootstrapping forced him to design a real business, not a VC hallucination.* The scam problem in housing that nobody talks about—and how iRoomit engineered a zero-scam ecosystem using real-time ID + payment verification.* The rise of co-living, and why the next housing wave isn't ownership—it's shared space, affordability, and community.* Why landlords can make more by renting individual rooms than renting a whole house.* How iRoomit is scaling across Canada, the U.S., the U.K., Australia, Singapore, and the UAE—without investors or a dime of outside funding.* The mindset required to start from nothing, fail repeatedly, and still build something that matters.If you're a founder rebuilding from setback…If you're trying to build clarity around your next move…If you want an example of someone who's been through hell and still chose purpose over profit—This conversation will reset your bar.Listen in. Then turn insight into execution.Connect with Kalhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/kal-merhi-a40563161/https://www.iroomit.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dougutberg.com

Bio: Kolaiah "Fuzzy" Jardine, co-founder of HUI Mastermind, empowers Native Hawaiians and locals to build generational wealth through real estate in their homeland, the Pono Way. A former drug addict and dealer who spent time in federal prison, Fuzzy built a multi-million dollar real estate portfolio, including 100+ affordable homes and a $6 million rental portfolio. He uniquely teaches investing using Other People's Money and Time (OPM/OPT), making complex strategies accessible. Fuzzy's journey began from growing up with nothing, leading to addiction, drug dealing, and federal prison. His pivotal turning point came during incarceration, igniting his pursuit of real estate investing as a path to freedom and legacy. Through his unique experiences, Fuzzy developed the step-by-step HUI Framework to help aspiring investors ethically succeed in Hawaii's challenging market, proving that anyone can change their financial destiny. This episode is sponsored by the coaching company of the host, Paul Zelizer. Consider a Strategy Session if you can use support growing your impact business. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Fuzzy's site HUI Mastermind site Fuzzy on Instagram Paul's services Pitch an Awarepreneurs episode