Episodes

  • The Best of Nothing Funny About Money

    The Best of Nothing Funny About Money
    Apr 5 2020
    On this navel-gazing episode, hosts Matt Goren and Michael Thomas look back on over three years of Nothing Funny About Money, including some of the best content and behind-the-scenes bloopers. Also featuring Chris Shupe, Kathleen Burns Kingsbury, a frugal elf, and some seagulls.
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    56 mins
  • Episode 31: Charity

    Episode 31: Charity
    Dec 7 2019
    Tis the season of giving! On this episode of Nothing Funny About Money, hosts Matt Goren and Michael Thomas discuss who gives, how much, which charities get those donations, how they spend them, and why this whole charity thing is such a big deal for everyone - the getters, the givers, and the non-profit workers in between. They're joined by Chris Shupe, Jeanne Davis, Stephanie Cockfield, Sarah McKinney, Stephen Kuzniak, Jimmy Sanders, and Cathy Bradberry.
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    56 mins
  • Episode 30: Finding an Advisor

    Episode 30: Finding an Advisor
    Nov 2 2019
    While thousands of financial advisors help millions of Americans lead happier, wealthier lives, some of them are... not so great. Learn how to sort the good from the bad on this episode of Nothing Funny About Money, hosted by Matt Goren and Michael Thomas with guests Chris Shupe, Meg Bartelt, Eric Roberge, and the Georgia Sirens.
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    56 mins
  • Episode 29: Down Markets

    Episode 29: Down Markets
    Oct 5 2019
    When the stock market drops, it sometimes feels like you're just burning money. On this episode of Nothing Funny About Money, hosts Matt Goren, Michael Thomas, and Danny Kofke discuss why the market crashes, how it affects both new and old investors, and what we can do about it. They're joined by Alden Shmerling, Joe Ezernack, Hysam Halabi, and Jim Cramer's soundboard.
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    56 mins
  • Episode 28: Pets

    Episode 28: Pets
    Sep 7 2019
    Little puppies and kitties cost us big. Before you opt for a pet rock, learn about all the costs of pet ownership: from food to vet bills and home renovations. On this episode of Nothing Funny About Money, host Matt Goren is joined by WUGA's Chris Shupe and Cathy Bradberry, financial expert Timi Jorgensen, professor Jenny Goode, and an exotic beetle.
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    56 mins
  • Episode 27: Housing

    Episode 27: Housing
    Aug 3 2019
    Housing is Americans' single biggest expense. On this episode of Nothing Funny About Money, we're got tips for cutting those costs! Like, roommates. Or, housing the animals of the local farming co-op. Plus, hosts Matt Goren and Michael Thomas discuss why housing is so expensive, whether you should rent or buy, and how to decide on a new home. They're joined by financial advisors Ryan and Faith Rasmussen as well as Athens #1 real estate agent Cord Sibilsky.
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    56 mins
  • Episode 26: Honeymoons

    Episode 26: Honeymoons
    Jul 5 2019
    Of all the ways to blow $5,000, a vacation with your new spouse is probably the most romantic. On this month's episode, Kathleen Burns Kingsbury, Chris Shupe and Matt J. Goren discuss the finances of honeymoons with special guest Megan Ford from the ASPIRE Clinic.
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    29 mins
  • Episode 25: Weddings

    Episode 25: Weddings
    Jun 7 2019
    It's wedding season... can you smell the romance in the air? Smells like being upcharged 10% on centerpieces. On this month's episode of Nothing Funny About Money, Kathleen Burns Kingsbury and Matt Goren discuss how expensive weddings are, why, and what you can do about it. Also featured is recently-wedded financial planner Eric Roberge and a very snooty wedding planner.
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    29 mins