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

1.25.21 Buy a used car with a 30-day return policy; Food delivery app fees are absurd and they hurt restaurants Podcasts January 25, 2021
Carmax has a generous new return policy. You have 30 days now to drive that used car before you are…
1.22.21 Clark Stinks; How to avoid losing your FSA funds Podcasts January 22, 2021
Christa and Joel share the Clark Stinks posted on the web and share with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Clark…
1.21.21 Free tax filing is open on the IRS website now; Getting paid to get vaccinated Podcasts January 21, 2021
IRS free file is the place to go for most people who have an AGI of less than $72k. And…
1.20.21 Annuity options will soon be available in your 401k; As streaming prices rise, how you can pay less Podcasts January 20, 2021
Clark is not a fan of annuities. But they are going to be available in many 401k's this year. Clark…
1.19.21 High shipping costs lead to generous return policies; Buy now & pay later grows in popularity Podcasts January 19, 2021
Bigger retailers like Amazon and Walmart are letting customers keep less expensive items they are returning a whole lot more…
1.18.21 How to file your taxes for FREE; The best online banks you should consider having an account with Podcasts January 18, 2021
Clark discusses how most people can file their taxes without paying a dime. He also talks about how eligible Americans…
1.15.21 Why some borrowers are missing out on student loan forgiveness; Clark Stinks Podcasts January 15, 2021
Some borrowers aren't getting their student loans forgiven by the federal government because of confusing requirements. That is not ok.…
1.14.21 The jobs recovery has stalled out; Clark’s take on Bitcoin’s volatile ride Podcasts January 14, 2021
The newest jobs report was not looking very good as unemployment levels rose in December. Clark talks about how to…
1.13.21 How to get fewer annoying robocalls + The appliance shortage is still raging Podcasts January 13, 2021
Robocalls are the worst! And it feels like we're getting bombarded with them more frequently now. Clark talks about how…
The FAFSA gets simplified + Parental guilt causes financial insecurity by taking out PLUS loans Podcasts January 12, 2021
There will be some major changes to the FAFSA for the upcoming school year and parents are going to be…