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PennyWise is a show about money, personal finance, investing and travel. The program features a variety of financial experts who can help save you money.
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S5E19 Where Budget Travelers Should Turn Now That Spirit Airlines Is a Ghost
In this episode of PennyWise, host John Kiernan is joined by airline industry expert Blaise Waguespack to discuss what’s next for budget travelers in the wake of Spirit Airlines’ collapse. Blaise is…
S5E18 First Time Homebuyer? Here’s the Blueprint for Success
In this episode of PennyWise, host John Kiernan is joined by guest Stacie Rihl to discuss how to go about buying your first home. Stacie hosts the “Your First Home” podcast and helps connect…
S5E17 How to Buy a Car Without Breaking the Bank: Tips From a Car Dealer Turned Professor
In this episode of PennyWise, host John Kiernan is joined by guest Brian Bastin to discuss how to buy a car without breaking the bank. Brian spent 14 years as a general manager and minority operating…
S5E16 How to Save on Summer Travel: Expert Tips & Tricks to Help You Save Big
In this episode of PennyWise, host John Kiernan is joined by Dr. Nancy McGehee, a professor of hospitality and tourism management at Virginia Tech. John and Nancy discuss how to save money on summer…
S5E15 Tipping Tips: How to Reward Good Service Without Draining Your Bank Account
In this episode of PennyWise, host John Kiernan is joined by Dr. Michael Lynn, a professor of consumer behavior and marketing at the Cornell School of Hotel Administration, an expert on tipping, and…
S5E14 How to Save $500 This Month - Fight Back Against High Prices
In this episode of PennyWise, host John Kiernan is joined by Dan Ariely, a professor of business administration at Duke University, a founding member of the Center for Advanced Hindsight, the…
S5E13 How to Save on Groceries: Tips From the Supermarket Guru
In this episode of PennyWise, host John Kiernan is joined by Phil Lempert, aka the “Supermarket Guru.” Phil is a longtime industry analyst, the former food trends editor for the Today show, and…
S5E12 How to Save at the Pump Amid Global Turmoil, Rising Gas Prices
In this episode of PennyWise, host John Kiernan is joined by Dr. Mohammad Niamat Elahee, a professor of International Business at Quinnipiac University. John and Dr. Elahee discuss what consumers…
S5E11 Underrated Ways to Build Credit: What Your Credit Score Might Be Missing
In this episode of PennyWise, host John Kiernan is joined by Dr. Luke Erickson, a Personal Finance Extension Specialist at the University of Idaho and President of the Idaho Financial Literacy…
S5E10 10% Credit Card Rate Cap: Winners, Losers & Alternatives
In this episode of PennyWise, host John Kiernan and guest Brett House, a Professor of Economics at Columbia Business School, talk about how a 10% cap on credit card interest rates would affect…
S5E9 How to Survive Valentine’s Day Without Overspending
In this episode of PennyWise, host John Kiernan and guest Lauren Weatherford, an associate professor at West Virginia University Extension, talk about how to get through Valentine’s Day without…
S5E8 Best Credit Cards of 2026: How to Make a Money-Saving Selection
In this episode of PennyWise, host John Kiernan and guest Professor Jeffry Haber of Iona University discuss how to go about choosing the right credit card to apply for. John and Jeffry cover what…
S5E7 New Year Money Moves: Tips for Hitting the Ground Running in 2026
In this episode of PennyWise, host John Kiernan and guest Professor Nicole Hickson discuss how to get your money right in 2026. Whether you’re making a financial New Year’s resolution or just…
S5E6 How to Get the Right Credit Card: We're Going Back to School for a Better Approach
In this episode of PennyWise, host John Kiernan and guest Dr. Jessica G. Zeiss from Ball State University discuss the best ways to go about getting a credit card. It might seem like a simple topic,…
S5E5 Donating to Charity: How to Make an Impact, Avoid Scams & More
In this episode of PennyWise, host John Kiernan and guest Luke Powers discuss the latest trends in charitable giving, how listeners can make the biggest impact with their contributions, and…
S5E4 Deferred Interest: The Retail Financing Trick That Could Cost You Big Time
In this episode of PennyWise, host John Kiernan and guest Adam McCann discuss the dangers of so-called “deferred interest” and how to avoid becoming a victim this holiday shopping season and beyond.…
S5E3 Emergency Funds: What They Are, Why You Need One & Tips for Building Yours
In this episode of PennyWise, host John Kiernan discusses the importance of having an emergency fund and how to build one with Adam McCann, a personal finance writer with WalletHub who is an expert…
S5E2 Holiday Shopping: Money-Saving Strategies & Costly Mistakes to Avoid
In this episode of PennyWise, host John Kiernan discusses money-saving holiday shopping tips with Chip Lupo, a personal finance writer with WalletHub who is an expert on credit cards and budgeting.…
S5E1 Budgeting Better: Tips for Sticking to a Budget That Actually Makes a Difference
In this episode of PennyWise, host John Kiernan breaks down the keys to successful budgeting with Milvionne Chery, a budget expert and personal finance writer with WalletHub. They discuss the most…
S4E14 Tipping Point: Navigating the New Norms in Service Gratuities
In this episode of PennyWise, host Nat Cardona engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Chip Lupo, a writer and analyst for WalletHub, as they explore the evolving landscape of tipping in…
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