What are the warning signs that a side hustle is really a money pit?

This episode unpacks how scammers and shady side hustles target people chasing quick financial wins. Ben exposes how finfluencers (financial influencers), crypto hype, and overpriced online courses try to manipulate people like you with promises of easy wealth. Instead, you’ll learn how to build a real financial foundation—rooted in planning, discipline, and boring but effective steps that actually work.

Topics Ben Matthews explores in this episode:

(0:25) How chasing hype when you’re already in debt can destroy financial progress.

(2:21) How scammers profit from selling courses that (try to) teach you about “how to make money.”

(3:27) How social media algorithms prey on fear and financial FOMO.

(7:00) The difference between real side hustles and shady side hustles that drain your wallet.

(9:02) Four practical steps to take control of your debt—the Rock Pile, the Sh*t Happens Fund, the Pile Driver, and the Level Up plan.

(12:25) Why you should unfollow bad finance accounts and focus on building wealth the smart way.

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The Debt Sucks Podcast is your fun, no-BS approach to debt relief. Say goodbye to stress, shame, and debt. Hosted by consumer bankruptcy attorney Ben Matthews, this is your weekly dose of real, relatable advice on crushing debt. If you’re dealing with mounting bills or sick of living paycheck to paycheck, we’re here to help you take control of your finances and find your way out.

This episode was produced by Story On Media: https://www.storyon.co/