The Clark Howard Podcast

Clark Howard has been sharing unbiased advice to help people save more and spend less for more than 30 years. On this podcast, Clark shares practical and actionable ways you can improve your financial life today. From breaking news to economic trends to pivotal topics, he breaks down everything you need to know to make solid decisions for your wallet and your life. You can expect straightforward tips on managing debt, credit, monthly bills, savings, retirement, and more.

He has been a best-selling author and the host of a nationally syndicated radio show. In addition to the podcast, Clark has founded Clark.com, ClarkDeals.com and the Consumer Action Center.

Have a money question? #AskClark segments air every episode.

View a transcript of every episode of The Clark Howard Show here. Please note that transcriptions are automated.

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Latest Podcasts

5.15.20 Retail sales plummet 16% in April; Clark Stinks Podcasts May 15, 2020
Retail sales were even worse in April than economists expected. Clark Stinks is back! You can contribute to this segment…
5.14.20 New PPP loan guidance; Credit report protections in the CARES Act Podcasts May 14, 2020
Some really helpful guidance on the PPP loans just came out. In particular, the SBA is providing safe harbor for…
5.13.20 Grocery costs have soared; Watch out for Coronavirus misinformation Podcasts May 13, 2020
Clark talks about how consumer purchasing has changed...and groceries have quickly gotten more expensive. Misinformation about the virus is rampant…
5.12.20 New safety rules when traveling; Student loan forbearance affecting people’s credit Podcasts May 12, 2020
Airlines and airports are instituting safety requirements if you plan to travel in the near future. Student loan forbearance has…
5.11.20 Manufacturing plants opening back up; Life insurance is harder to get right now Podcasts May 11, 2020
Unemployment has climbed and is worse than the headline number shows. Clark also discusses how manufacturing is opening back up.…
5.8.20 What to do when mortgage forbearance is over; Clark Stinks; Bikes are selling like hot cakes Podcasts May 8, 2020
Planning ahead for how to handle the end of mortgage forbearance is smart. Clark tells you how to talk to…
5.7.20 Private student loan compact; Contact tracing improvements; Masks required at many businesses Podcasts May 7, 2020
Millions of people are covered by a multi-state agreement that will allow individuals with private student loans to put a…
5.6.20 Meat shortage; Humana waiving copays; Travel reward cards are offering additional incentives. Podcasts May 6, 2020
Costco and some grocery stores are limiting meat purchases as we're experiencing a meat shortage in the country. Humana is…
5.5.20 Spending habit changes during Covid; Age discrimination more prevalent; Americans saving money; Maintaining your car during quarantine Podcasts May 5, 2020
Spending habits have changed during the coronavirus outbreak. But it appears that everyone has cut spending no matter what your…
5.4.20 Corporate liability shields; Airline stocks hammered; Micro businesses; Cash-out refi or 401k withdrawal? Podcasts May 4, 2020
Employers fear liability from as they bring employees back into the office. Virtual volunteering might be a great use of…