No Strings Podcast with Rell Simon

By Rell Simon

Welcome to the No Strings Podcast with Laurel "Rell" Simon! I discuss personal finance, life, art, travel, and more. I interview guests and allow them to share their perspectives. They also disclose t... more

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The podcast currently has 74 episodes available.

No Strings Podcast with Rell Simon episodes:

March 26, 2023 No Strings with SNAP & EBT (aka Food Stamps)
SNAP benefits are likely to decrease this year starting October 1st, 2023. I react to a New York Times article detailing this harsh reality. I provide personal perspective as someone who remembers the “food coupons” and EBT Card fondly. I also mention different organizations you may have interest in donating towards to help those in need survive.
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31min
March 12, 2023 No Strings when you Retire (Part. 1)
It's no myth that millions of Americans are broke when nearing or at their retirement age. On this episode, I react to a CBS Evening News video that details this harsh reality. I then provide tools and guidance (from MoneyGuy.com and my own Medium.com article), on how you can prepare for retirement with no strings attached. *Note: Retirement is a broad topic; as such, expect future versions of the topic in later episodes.
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31min
February 20, 2023 No Strings with the Cost of Living Single
On this episode, I read and react to an article (from MVEMNT.com) regarding the burden of living single. I elaborate on multiple scenarios and circumstances (example: “single” could also mean being the only source of income if you have people living with you). I offer guidance to navigate and survive in these tough times.
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27min
February 05, 2023 No Strings at the Movie Theater
A typical night out watching that new release can hit your pockets hard. I give my opinion on the wise ways the movie theater business keeps you hooked in. I then offer some alternatives you can implement and still have a good time.
Video version available on my YouTube Channel.
Article available to read on Medium.com.
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29min
January 17, 2023 What the Popeyes Chicken Sandwich taught us about Finances
A brief case study regarding the sandwich you either love, like, or hate. This is a window dressing of the bigger commentary at hand involving proper financial and human decision making.
The audio & video was recorded using Riverside.fm, with the audio also imported into Anchor.fm. The audio is available on all podcast platforms; the video version is available on YouTube. (Article credits: Eater.com, TheRoot.com, The Dallas Morning News, and Wikipedia).
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29min
January 02, 2023 New Year's Evolutions, not Resolutions
Let's not commit to the "Resolutions" that we start in January and don't finish. Instead, it's time to "evolve". We will expand our minds, creativity, worldview, loving, and finances. On this episode, I share the five evolutions I plan to keep for 2023 and beyond.
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23min
December 03, 2022 Seven Things to Stop/Limit Buying
Cutting back or modifying how much you consume these seven things can benefit your financial & emotional well-being: The Upgrade, The Subscription/Membership, The Wardrobe, The YOLO Ticket, The Literature, The Bad Investments, and The Impressions. I explain what each category means and provide insight into how you can operate moving forward.
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29min
October 29, 2022 Escape living Paycheck to Paycheck
Sixty-Three percent (63%) of Americans are living paycheck to paycheck. With both inflation and housing interest costs skyrocketing, where is the relief? You cant even make a smooth $100K without feeling like you’re drowning. I react to a few articles and provide insight into how you can break free. (Article and source credits from Forbes, CNBC, NerdWallet, Statista).
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30min
October 11, 2022 No Strings in Minneapolis
I took a solo trip to Minneapolis, MN over the October Holiday weekend. There was football, art, sightseeing, wandering, and becoming in awe of the Mall of America. I provide thoughts on the experience.
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41min
August 28, 2022 No Strings with Student Loan Forgiveness
United States President Joe Biden will enact a plan to forgive student loans (Federal Loans only; $10K forgiven if under a certain income level; $20K forgiven if your loan was a Pell Grant).
Everyone is divided: from those who are thankful, to those who are appalled. On this episode, I react to news articles regarding the plan and offer my honest opinion.
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29min

FAQs about No Strings Podcast with Rell Simon:

How many episodes does No Strings Podcast with Rell Simon have?

The podcast currently has 74 episodes available.