This Is Awkward

Ever found yourself torn between helping out a loved one and protecting your own financial future?

On today's episode, we're diving into a real dilemma. Our listener's mom, despite being the world's best, is drowning in credit card debt and has turned to them for help. While they've lent a helping hand in the past, moving to the big city looms on the horizon, and they're hesitant to dive deep into their savings. Should they lend the money? And how can someone escape the quicksand of credit card debt?

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Have an awkward money situation? If so, we want to hear from you! Feel free to call in, leave us a voicemail, and we will play it on the show. You can either share your name or remain completely anonymous.⁠

⁠The number to call is 707-200-8259 or visit https://AwkwardPodcast.com

Connect with us on Instagram!@thisisawkwardpodcast Chris - @popcornfinancepodcast Allison - @inspiredbudget

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This is Awkward is moving to 4 times a month with our new episode called Ain't Now Way!

You're probably wondering what this is all about. Let us paint a picture for you.

Have you ever been scrolling online and stumbled upon something that caught your eye? Maybe it was a shiny piece of tech or a designer bag, but then you saw the price and your immediate reaction was, "Ain't no way I'm spending that much!" That is the essence of this segment. Together we will explore the fascinating world of outrageously priced luxury items.

We've scoured the internet and handpicked two jaw-dropping items for this episode, and we're going to dissect them in all their extravagant glory.

Together we will dive deep into the world of luxury shopping, analyzing each product, their outlandish descriptions, and, of course, their sky-high price tags.

Next we challenge each other to answer these 4 questions:

1. Would you, in your current financial situation, buy this item?
2. What is the most money you've ever shelled out for a similar item?
3. What's the maximum you'd be willing to spend on a high-quality version of this item?
4. Finally, if you woke up as a millionaire tomorrow, would this item make it into your shopping cart?

So, brace yourselves as we take a wild ride through the realm of luxury and ludicrous price tags!

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Popcorn Finance YouTube Channel https://YouTube.com/PopcornFinance Take control of your old 401k plans with Capitalize! https://PopcornFinance.com/Capitalize

Both Allison and Chris have solo podcasts that they host on their own. Come check out and support their shows!

Allison - Inspired Budget Podcast Chris - Popcorn Finance

Have an awkward money situation? If so, we want to hear from you! Feel free to call in, leave us a voicemail, and we will play it on the show. You can either share your name or remain completely anonymous.⁠

⁠The number to call is 707-200-8259 or visit https://AwkwardPodcast.com

Connect with us on Instagram!@thisisawkwardpodcast Chris - @popcornfinancepodcast Allison - @inspiredbudget

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In our first episode back, we're diving into a story from a brave Physician Assistant who recently fought for and won some well-deserved workplace perks. But now that they've got them, they're not quite sure what to do.

Have you ever felt like you were pretending to be something you're not? Like you were stepping into a role that didn't quite fit? That's how our listener feels every time they walk into the physician's lounge or step up to the cafe counter to grab a complimentary snack. They've earned these perks, advocated for them even, but when the checkout ladies give them the side-eye or when there's a queue forming behind them, the doubt starts to creep in.

Imposter syndrome is a tricky thing, isn't it? We've all been there. The feeling of being out of place, of waiting for someone to "call you out," can be paralyzing. Our listener is struggling with this very issue - do they announce their new status, or do they just skip out when the line gets too long?

We'll discuss the psychology behind imposter syndrome, why it's so prevalent, and most importantly, how to combat these feelings of self-doubt. So grab a cup of coffee (yes, you deserve it!), sit back, and let's get started.

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Get access to even more bonus content with our This Is Awkward Patreon starting at just $3!https://www.patreon.com/thisisawkwardpodcast

Sponsors

Popcorn Finance YouTube Channel https://YouTube.com/PopcornFinance Take control of your old 401k plans with Capitalize! https://PopcornFinance.com/Capitalize

Both Allison and Chris have solo podcasts that they host on their own. Come check out and support their shows!

Allison - Inspired Budget Podcast Chris - Popcorn Finance

Have an awkward money situation? If so, we want to hear from you! Feel free to call in, leave us a voicemail, and we will play it on the show. You can either share your name or remain completely anonymous.⁠

⁠The number to call is 707-200-8259 or visit https://AwkwardPodcast.com

Connect with us on Instagram!@thisisawkwardpodcast Chris - @popcornfinancepodcast Allison - @inspiredbudget

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What do you do when you go out to eat with your parents and they are the world's worst tippers?

That's the dilemma facing our anonymous writer this week. Their parents have a tipping rule that hasn't changed in 20 years, and while it might have been okay then, it's not cutting it now. They don't want to offend their parents, but also don't want to leave a poor tip. They've tried dropping hints and leaving extra cash, but nothing seems to work. What should they do?

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Get access to even more bonus content with our This Is Awkward Patreon starting at just $3!https://www.patreon.com/thisisawkwardpodcast

Have an awkward money situation? If so, we want to hear from you! Feel free to call in, leave us a voicemail, and we will play it on the show. You can either share your name or remain completely anonymous.⁠

⁠The number to call is 707-200-8259 or visit https://AwkwardPodcast.com

Sponsors

Popcorn Finance YouTube Channel https://YouTube.com/PopcornFinance Take control of your old 401k plans with Capitalize! https://PopcornFinance.com/Capitalize

Both Allison and Chris have solo podcasts that they host on their own. Come check out and support their shows!

Allison - Inspired Budget Podcast Chris - Popcorn Finance

Connect with us on Instagram!@thisisawkwardpodcast Chris - @popcornfinancepodcast Allison - @inspiredbudget

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Have you ever been in a situation where you let someone move in to save money, only to regret it later?

That's exactly what happened to our listener. They let their fiance's friend move in to their house to save money on rent, but after losing his job, he stopped paying altogether. The listener has tried to talk to him, but to no avail. They feel increasingly resentful of his presence and don't know how to approach the awkward conversation with him. Join us as we discuss the best ways to handle this tricky situation.

Join Us On Patreon

Get access to even more bonus content with our This Is Awkward Patreon starting at just $3!https://www.patreon.com/thisisawkwardpodcast

Sponsors

Popcorn Finance YouTube Channel https://YouTube.com/PopcornFinance Take control of your old 401k plans with Capitalize! https://PopcornFinance.com/Capitalize

Both Allison and Chris have solo podcasts that they host on their own. Come check out and support their shows!

Allison - Inspired Budget Podcast Chris - Popcorn Finance

Have an awkward money situation? If so, we want to hear from you! Feel free to call in, leave us a voicemail, and we will play it on the show. You can either share your name or remain completely anonymous.⁠

⁠The number to call is 707-200-8259 or visit https://AwkwardPodcast.com

Connect with us on Instagram!@thisisawkwardpodcast Chris - @popcornfinancepodcast Allison - @inspiredbudget

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Do you know someone who always seems to "forget" to pay you for your work? That's the predicament our self-employed listener is facing, and it's driving them crazy! Despite several reminders, the client keeps delaying payment, and our listener is unsure how to handle this weird behavior.

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Get access to even more bonus content with our This Is Awkward Patreon starting at just $3!https://www.patreon.com/thisisawkwardpodcast

Sponsors

Popcorn Finance YouTube Channel https://YouTube.com/PopcornFinance Take control of your old 401k plans with Capitalize! https://PopcornFinance.com/Capitalize

Both Allison and Chris have solo podcasts that they host on their own. Come check out and support their shows!

Allison - Inspired Budget Podcast Chris - Popcorn Finance

Have an awkward money situation? If so, we want to hear from you! Feel free to call in, leave us a voicemail, and we will play it on the show. You can either share your name or remain completely anonymous.⁠

⁠The number to call is 707-200-8259 or visit https://AwkwardPodcast.com

Connect with us on Instagram!@thisisawkwardpodcast Chris - @popcornfinancepodcast Allison - @inspiredbudget

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Can you put conditions in place before you agree to marry someone?

This week Chris and Allison dive into a listener's cringe-worthy story about a coworker who demanded his future wife pay off her credit card debt before they tied the knot. Listen in as they discuss the practicality and ethics of setting financial conditions for marriage. From student loan debt to wedding expenses, this episode covers it all!

Join Us On Patreon

Get access to even more bonus content with our This Is Awkward Patreon starting at just $3!

https://www.patreon.com/thisisawkwardpodcast

Sponsors

Popcorn Finance YouTube Channel https://YouTube.com/PopcornFinance

Take control of your old 401k plans with Capitalize! https://PopcornFinance.com/Capitalize

Both Allison and Chris have solo podcasts that they host on their own. Come check out and support their shows!

Allison - Inspired Budget Podcast

Chris - Popcorn Finance

Have an awkward money situation? If so, we want to hear from you! Feel free to call in, leave us a voicemail, and we will play it on the show. You can either share your name or remain completely anonymous.⁠

⁠The number to call is 707-200-8259 or visit https://AwkwardPodcast.com

Connect with us on Instagram!

@thisisawkwardpodcast

Chris - @popcornfinancepodcast

Allison - @inspiredbudget

Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!)

Join Us On Patreon

Get access to even more bonus content with our This Is Awkward Patreon starting at just $3!

https://www.patreon.com/thisisawkwardpodcast

Allison's brand new book Money Made Easy just released today! So in honor of her new book Chris has prepared a dramatic reading from the opening chapter. Grab a copy of Money Made Easy here https://inspiredbudget.com/moneymadeeasy Have an awkward money situation? If so, we want to hear from you! Feel free to call in, leave us a voicemail, and we will play it on the show. You can either share your name or remain completely anonymous.⁠ ⁠ The number to call is 707-200-8259 or visit https://AwkwardPodcast.com Connect with us on Instagram! @thisisawkwardpodcast Chris - @popcornfinancepodcast Allison - @inspiredbudget Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!)