PennyWise Podcast
1) 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 Americ...Show More
2) Weddings and Homeownership: Smart Strategies for New Couples on a Budget
In this episode of PennyWise, host Nat Cardona is joined by NerdWallet personal finance expert Kim Palmer to tackle the dual challenge many American couples face: financing a wedding while pursuing ho...Show More
3) Dress to Impress Without the Stress: Mastering Your Clothing Budget for 2025
In this insightful episode of PennyWise, host Nat Cardona sits down with WalletHub's financial expert, Adam McCann, to tackle a common question: how much should you budget for clothing in 2025? As clo...Show More
4) Last-Minute Tax Tips for 2025: Don't Miss Out on Savings and Avoid Common Pitfalls
In this episode of PennyWise, host Nat Cardona teams up with tax expert John Kiernan, Managing Editor at WalletHub. John shares essential last-minute tax tips for the 2025 filing season. As the deadli...Show More
5) Budgeting with a Brain: How AI Can Transform Your Financial Game Plan
In this episode of PennyWise, host Nat Cardona engages with WalletHub's personal finance writer, Milvionne Chery Copeland, to explore the innovative world of AI budgeting tools. As artificial intellig...Show More
6) Episode 6: Debunking the 20% Down Payment Myth: Affordable Home Buying Options You Didn't Know Existed
In this enlightening episode of PennyWise, host Nat Cardona welcomes NerdWallet's senior writer, Holden Lewis, to debunk the common myth surrounding down payments for home buying. Many potential homeo...Show More
7) Grocery Spending Showdown: Where Your State Ranks in Food Costs and How to Save
In this informative episode of PennyWise, host Nat Cardona sits down with WalletHub's financial writer, Adam McCann, to discuss the rising costs of groceries and how different states are faring in ter...Show More
8) Superstar Cities: 5 Key Takeaways from the Cities with the Best Budgeting Populations
In this engaging episode of PennyWise, host Nat Cardona is joined by Milvionne Chery Copeland, a personal finance writer at WalletHub, to explore the fascinating dynamics of budgeting across various c...Show More
9) Beyond Airbnb: Big Hotels Enter the Vacation Rental Game
In this engaging episode of PennyWise, host Nat Cardona is joined by NerdWallet's travel expert, Sally French, to explore the evolving landscape of vacation rentals. As family travel needs shift towar...Show More
10) Emergency Fund Essentials: 5 Steps to Secure Your Financial Safety Net
In this enlightening episode of PennyWise, host Nat Cardona engages with WalletHub's managing editor, John Kiernan, to tackle the essential topic of emergency funds. With many Americans feeling unprep...Show More