We all depend on our home appliances more than you think: Dishwashers, garbage disposals, washing machines. And when the break down your first instinct might be to call a repair technician.

But not so fast. On this episode, we're talking to Ben Schlitchter. He's an experienced appliance repairman who has more than 25 million views on YouTube regarding how to fix appliances yourself and how to make them last longer.

This month, college acceptance letters will be going out to high school seniors who applied. But be careful. That's because a recent government report indicates nearly 90 percent of colleges have misleading information when it comes to financial aid offers in those letters. 

Today, Sarah Boeder joins us on the On Your Side podcast. She's with Grand Canyon University and breaks down fact from fiction regarding financial aid.

Unpaid medical bills are the number one reason consumers are forced into filing bankruptcy. But there’s some good news. Third-party collection agencies are being more lenient when it comes posting negativity to your credit report.

That’s what we’re talking about on the On Your Side podcast. John McNamara is from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau in Washington D. C. and has a ton of information on medical bill debt and your credit.

You may not know it, but the Federal Trade Commission has declared this week National Consumer Protection Week. So, now is the perfect time to speak with Kris Mayes, who was recently voted in as the Arizona Attorney General.

Her office is responsible for defending the state against lawsuits and issuing legal advice to state agencies. However, another important role of the Arizona Attorney General is prosecuting consumer fraudsters and protecting Arizonans who have been defrauded by scammers. Mayes joins us on the On Your Side Podcast.

We all know how the pandemic put a damper on many people’s vacation plans, as flying anywhere seemed to come to a drastic halt. But, fast-forward a few years and you can see how things have changed. Flying somewhere, usually to far away places, is back in high demand and has sparked what he calls “Farcation.”

Today, we’re talking to Chris Elliott, he’s a travel expert who has written numerous articles in well-known publications. He tells us where people are going and what you can expect for spring break and summer vacations.

Junk fees, they seem to be everywhere. They're on bank accounts, credit cards, auto sales. They're sometimes referred to as "convenience fees," but they're anything but convenient. And while junk fees are hitting consumers hard, companies that are charging the fees are making tons of money. In fact, a recent report revealed that consumers shell out 30 billion dollars a year just in junk fees alone.

So, what can be done about these "junk fees" and is there any way to stop them? Today, we're talking to Carla Sanchez-Adams. She's an attorney with the National Consumer Law Center which is trying to end "junk fees" in order to leave more money in your pocket.

Have you received an email recently from a friend or maybe even your boss asking for a small favor? Well, it may not really be your friend or boss after all. Scammers are posing as people you may know and they’re asking for a little help. And of course, how can you refuse your boss or a good friend when they turn to you for support? 

But be careful. Today, we're talking to Ken Colburn. He's been in the computer industry for decades and a specialist in technology and computer scams. He explains how the "Do Me A Favor Scam" works and how you can avoid getting conned.

As Super Bowl festivities kick off, Arizona is getting ready to welcome dozens of CEOs in an effort to lure new business to the state. In this episode, Sandra Watson, the president and CEO of the Arizona Commerce Authority gives us an inside look at the potential economic impact and the unique itineraries for the out-of-town guests. 

The Valley is getting ready to host one of the biggest sporting events in the world, Super Bowl 57 where we'll see the Philadelphia Eagles take on the Kansas City Chiefs. It also means a lot of money will be exchanged when it comes to wagering and in Arizona, sports betting is completely legal. So, what can Arizona expect when it comes to fans who will be betting on the Big Game which is right in our backyard. Today, we're talking to Max Hartgraves. He's with the Arizona Department of Gaming and he breaks down all the numbers when it comes to betting on the Super Bowl.

The Big Game will be here before you know it. That means you're probably be going to a Super Bowl party or maybe even hosting one. Either way, whether you're providing all the food at your own party or taking a dish it's going to be a lot more expensive this year. Beer is up big time but surprisingly, chicken wings are actually down in price.

So, what kind of food and beverages will be a big hit without hurting your bank account?

Today, we're talking to Fidela Irigoyen. She's an agriculture expert with Wells Fargo and she has all the inside information for your Super Bowl menu.