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Frugal Friends Podcast

Jen Smith & Jill Sirianni | Backyard Ventures
Frugal Friends Podcast
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  • Frugal Friends Podcast

    2026 Weddings Have LOST The Plot

    01/09/2026 | 44 mins.
    It’s crazy when choosing the flowers, venue, and dress feels like the easiest part than keeping the costs under control. And beyond the couple, guests can end up spending more than they expect, too. Today, Jen and Jill talk about the wedding costs nobody warns you about, the trends driving them up, and the frugal ways to make your wedding actually fit your budget.

    📲 Download our Spend Smart App: frugalfriendspodcast.com/app

    🎙️ Get full show notes here!
    https://bit.ly/ffpweddings
    📚 Our book: Buy What You Love Without Going Broke
    https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/order-buy-what-you-love-without-going-broke/
    💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks.
    https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter
    📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us
    https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/
    💸 Check out our monthly challenge community
    http://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club
    👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube
    https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends
    💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram!
    https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/
    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    What to Include in Your September Budget

    28/08/2026 | 33 mins.
    September brings new expenses, seasonal spending, and plenty of opportunities to save. In this episode, we’re breaking down what to budget for, what’s worth buying, and what to skip this month. Plus, one simple money move could help you lower your bills with a quick phone call.

    📲 Download our Spend Smart App: frugalfriendspodcast.com/app

    🎙️ Get full show notes here!
    https://bit.ly/septemberbudgetkit
    📚 Our book: Buy What You Love Without Going Broke
    https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/order-buy-what-you-love-without-going-broke/
    💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks.
    https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter
    📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us
    https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/
    💸 Check out our monthly challenge community
    http://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club
    👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube
    https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends
    💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram!
    https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/
    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    Just Yappin…

    25/08/2026 | 45 mins.
    Jen and Jill have been cooking up something for their Frugal Friends for a while now. They’ve shared a few things they’ve been preparing for, but this time, they’re talking about that and so much more. In this episode, it’s plot twist after plot twist as Jen and Jill reveal some of the biggest news happening in their lives recently.

    📲 Download our Spend Smart App: frugalfriendspodcast.com/app

    🎙️ Get full show notes here!
    https://bit.ly/ffpjustyappin
    📚 Our book: Buy What You Love Without Going Broke
    https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/order-buy-what-you-love-without-going-broke/
    💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks.
    https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter
    📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us
    https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/
    💸 Check out our monthly challenge community
    http://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club
    👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube
    https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends
    💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram!
    https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/
    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    People Are Finally Tired of Buying Junk!

    21/08/2026 | 46 mins.
    We’ve all got that drawer, closet, or random corner filled with things we barely use anymore. But somehow, we keep bringing more stuff home. In this episode, Jen and Jill get honest about the purchases that didn’t live up to expectations, from overhyped products to things that simply aren’t worth the money. They also explore why sometimes the smartest purchase is the one we skip.

    📲 Download our Spend Smart App: frugalfriendspodcast.com/app

    🎙️ Get full show notes here!
    https://bit.ly/ffpjunkisout
    📚 Our book: Buy What You Love Without Going Broke
    https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/order-buy-what-you-love-without-going-broke/
    💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks.
    https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter
    📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us
    https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/
    💸 Check out our monthly challenge community
    http://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club
    👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube
    https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends
    💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram!
    https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    I Lost 20 lbs & Saved $4,000!

    18/08/2026 | 50 mins.
    Saving $4,000 was never the goal. Getting healthier was. But as Jen changed her daily routines and built healthier habits, she naturally started spending less in some surprising areas. In this episode, Jen and Jill breaks down the story of how Jen lost 20 pounds, saved $4,000, and the unexpected spending habits that helped her achieve both.

    📲 Download our Spend Smart App: frugalfriendspodcast.com/app

    🎙️ Get full show notes here!
    https://bit.ly/ffplost20saved4k
    📚 Our book: Buy What You Love Without Going Broke
    https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/order-buy-what-you-love-without-going-broke/
    💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals, and savings hacks.
    https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/friendletter
    📣 Submit your bill of the week and get a shoutout from us
    https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill-of-the-week/
    💸 Check out our monthly challenge community
    http://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/club
    👉🏼 Subscribe for more on YouTube
    https://www.youtube.com/frugalfriends
    💃🏼 Hang out with us on Instagram!
    https://www.instagram.com/frugalfriendspodcast/
    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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About Frugal Friends Podcast
Controlling your spending is hard to do. On every episode of Frugal Friends, we'll try to help you gain a little more control on one aspect of the countless directions your money is being pulled toward through frugality and a few laughs. If you're trying to save money, spend less, adopt minimalism, pay off debt or reach financial independence, we think you'll like the show.
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