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5 Financial Podcasts That Are Worth Your Time

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Let’s face it: there are a lot of financial podcasts out there. Some are brilliant. Some are boring. And some veer into differing political views that a lot of us are trying to avoid these days.

If you’re looking for practical, smart, and drama-free money talk, we’ve rounded up five of the best financial podcasts that focus on facts. These shows deliver helpful insights on budgeting, investing, retirement, and behavioral finance, with zero agenda other than helping you make smart financial choices.

The Long View

Hosted by: Christine Benz and Jeff Ptak (Morningstar)

This thoughtful podcast from Morningstar features long-form interviews with experts in financial planning, behavioral finance, and portfolio management. The vibe is calm, professional, and curious, not flashy or fearmongering. If you’re looking for insights that go deeper than “buy low, sell high,” The Long View lives up to its name.

Best for: Retirement savers, long-term investors, and anyone who likes data with a side of context.

The Jesse Mecham Show

Hosted by: Jesse Mecham

Jesse Mecham’s quick and candid podcast is perfect for people who want to get a grip on their day-to-day money decisions. The You Need a Budget (YNAB) founder focuses on building better habits, managing spending, and eliminating guilt around money. Episodes are short (often under 15 minutes!) and packed with tips that feel doable, not daunting.

Best for: Budgeting beginners, recovering overspenders, and folks who’d rather listen to advice in bite-sized pieces.

Planet Money

Hosted by: NPR Team of Reporters

Planet Money tells fascinating, quirky, and often downright funny stories about how money moves through the world. Think of it as “Money 101 meets human interest.” Want to understand inflation, supply chains, or the economics of Girl Scout cookies? This show’s got you.

Best for: Curious minds, lifelong learners, and people who appreciate a good analogy.

HerMoney with Jean Chatzky

Hosted by: Jean Chatzky

Created by longtime financial journalist Jean Chatzky, HerMoney is geared toward women but helpful for anyone navigating money milestones like saving for retirement, starting a business, or asking for a raise.

Best for: Women building wealth, mid-career professionals, and anyone who wants to hear real talk from real people.

Afford Anything

Hosted by: Paula Pant

Paula Pant dives deep into the choices we make with our money, time, and energy. With a background in real estate and financial independence, she’s especially great at helping people think more critically about what they really want in life and how to align their money decisions with those goals. Her interviews are thoughtful and wide-ranging, but never preachy.

Best for: Professionals looking to build freedom, real estate dabblers, and thoughtful decision-makers.

 

Time is short, and there are so many ways we can access news and information. Finding a podcast that you love that will allow you to learn while you’re on the treadmill or commuting to work can be a great way to beef up your financial education.

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Eric McClain, CFP®, is a partner and founder of Approach Retirement Advisors. As a financial advisor in Birmingham, AL, Eric enjoys helping clients maximize their time and plan for the future by effectively utilizing their financial resources. Ready to free up time and focus on what matters most? CLICK HERE to make an appointment with Eric.

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