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The Debt Free Dad Podcast

Brad Nelson

383 episodes

3 days ago

Subscribe to Simplify My Money Join the Waitlist In this episode, Brad Nelson, founder of Debt Free Dad, flips the script on financial advice for the new year by focusing on what to stop doing in 2026. Highlighting key points such as avoiding the perfect start, not treating January as a reset button, and ceasing financial comparisons, Brad emphasizes how reducing certain behaviors can lead to more financial clarity and less stress. He also discusses the importance of acknowledging small wins ...

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Subscribe to Simplify My Money Join the Waitlist In this episode, Brad Nelson, founder of Debt Free Dad, flips the script on financial advice for the new year by focusing on what to stop doing in 2026. Highlighting key points such as avoiding the perfect start, not treating January as a reset button, and ceasing financial comparisons, Brad emphasizes how reducing certain behaviors can lead to more financial clarity and less stress. He also discusses the importance of acknowledging small wins ...

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Episodes (20/383)

The Debt Free Dad Podcast

376. Stop Doing These Things to Achieve Financial Success in 2026

Subscribe to Simplify My Money Join the Waitlist In this episode, Brad Nelson, founder of Debt Free Dad, flips the script on financial advice for the new year by focusing on what to stop doing in 2026. Highlighting key points such as avoiding the perfect start, not treating January as a reset button, and ceasing financial comparisons, Brad emphasizes how reducing certain behaviors can lead to more financial clarity and less stress. He also discusses the importance of acknowledging small wins ...

3 weeks ago

9 minutes

The Debt Free Dad Podcast

375. Build Your 2026 Vision in 2 Minutes

Subscribe to Simplify My Money As we wrap up 2025, Brad Nelson, founder of Debt Free Dad, introduces a transformative idea to revolutionize your financial life in 2026. Learn why traditional methods like budgeting harder aren't the solution and discover the power of shifting your focus. Brad shares his expert tips on creating a clear, meaningful vision that pulls you forward, rather than relying on willpower. Find out why clarity, emotion, and identity are key to lasting financial change and ...

1 month ago

11 minutes

The Debt Free Dad Podcast

374. The Dark Side of Retail Therapy

Subscribe to Simplify My Money In this episode of the Debt Free Dad Podcast, host Amber explores the psychology behind emotional spending and how financial stress leads to impulsive buying habits. Drawing from real studies and personal experiences, she explains why people turn to shopping for temporary relief and offers actionable tips to break the cycle. Discover how understanding emotional triggers, delaying purchases, finding alternative feel-good activities, and implementing a simple mone...

1 month ago

8 minutes

The Debt Free Dad Podcast

373. Overcoming Money Fatigue

Subscribe to Simplify My Money: https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money Feeling burned out from budgeting or paying off debt? You’re not alone — especially during the holidays. In this episode, we break down how to rest, reset, and stay on track without losing momentum. Support the show The Totally Awesome Debt Freedom Planner https://www.debtfreedad.com/planner Connect With Brad Website- https://www.debtfreedad.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thedebtfreed...

1 month ago

16 minutes

The Debt Free Dad Podcast

372. Struggling to Save? Start Here.

Subscribe to Simplify My Money: https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money Saving money is one of the hardest financial habits to build, especially when you’re living paycheck to paycheck. In this episode, we break down why saving feels impossible, how to finally build a system that sticks, and the simple steps that can help you build real financial momentum. If you want less stress and more breathing room, this episode is a game-changer. Support the show The Totally Awesome De...

1 month ago

25 minutes

The Debt Free Dad Podcast

371. 4 Holiday Money Traps to Avoid This Year

Subscribe to Simplify My Money: https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money The holidays are supposed to be joyful, but for many families, they bring stress, guilt, and a pile of credit card bills come January. In this episode, Brad breaks down the four biggest traps that lead to overspending and stress during the holidays… and how to avoid them without feeling like a Grinch. Learn how to set boundaries, cut the pressure, and keep your peace (and your wallet) intact this season...

1 month ago

12 minutes

The Debt Free Dad Podcast

370. Simple Gratitude Hack to Transform Your Spending Habits

Subscribe to Simplify My Money: https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money In this episode, Brad Nelson, introduces a powerful mindset shift that can help you improve your spending habits and reduce financial stress. Unlike traditional budgeting tricks, this approach focuses on practicing gratitude to change your financial mindset. Brad shares practical tips on how to incorporate gratitude into your daily life to curb overspending and build financial confidence. Tune in to lear...

2 months ago

10 minutes

The Debt Free Dad Podcast

369. Stop the Year-End Money Spiral: 6 Steps to End Strong Instead of Stressed

🎯 Free Workshop: Find Your First $100 (or more) FAST! Subscribe to Simplify My Money: https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money You still have time to make real progress with your money before the year ends. In this episode Amber shares six simple steps to help you finish the year strong even if you’ve fallen off track, overspent, or haven’t looked at your budget in months. No guilt. No perfection. Just a real plan that works. Support the show The ...

2 months ago

9 minutes

The Debt Free Dad Podcast

368. How Kati Paid Off $236K Debt and Saved $89K on a Single Income

Subscribe to Simplify My Money: https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money In this episode of the Debt-Free Dad Podcast, host Kati shares her personal journey of balancing debt payoff and savings. With over $236,446 in debts paid off, Kati discusses the challenges and strategies she used to also save and invest $89,500 into her emergency funds, retirement plans, and health savings account. She highlights the importance of an emergency fund, prioritizing debt repayment, automati...

2 months ago

10 minutes

The Debt Free Dad Podcast

367. Why Most Budgets Fail and How to Create One That Sticks

Free Budgeting Workshop: https://www.debtfreedad.com/budgeting-workshop-evergreen-optin Subscribe to Simplify My Money: https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money In this episode of the Debt-Free Dad podcast, hosts Brad Nelson, Amber Taylor, Chris Hawkins, and Katie Hatfield discuss the common reasons why most budgets fail. They emphasize the simplicity needed to create a sustainable budget and share personal stories of overcoming financial challenges and achieving debt freedo...

2 months ago

27 minutes

The Debt Free Dad Podcast

366. Debt Free Dad Returns: Why Rest is Key to Financial Success and Avoiding Burnout

Subscribe to Simplify My Money: https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money In this episode of the Debt Free Dad podcast, Brad Nelson, the founder of Debt Free Dad, talks about the importance of taking a break to recharge without losing financial progress. He shares his personal experience of taking a break after nearly five years of continuous podcasting and content creation. Brad emphasizes the significance of rest in avoiding burnout and provides actionable tips ...

3 months ago

11 minutes

The Debt Free Dad Podcast

365. Unlock Financial Wisdom with the Game of Monopoly

Subscribe to Simplify My Money: https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money In this episode of the Debt-Free Dad Podcast, host Chris Hawkins discusses how the game of Monopoly can teach valuable financial lessons. Using Robert Kiyosaki's concept of reframing assets, Chris highlights the importance of accumulating income-generating assets and managing finances effectively. By following the original rules of Monopoly, players can learn essentials of saving, investing,...

5 months ago

13 minutes

The Debt Free Dad Podcast

364. Simple Ways to Start Saving Money Today

Find Hidden Money https://www.debtfreedad.com/find-your-first-$100-workshop In this episode, we explore 10 easy and actionable tips to save money without drastically altering your life. Brad Nelson and co-hosts Amber Taylor, Katie Hatfield, and Ryan Nelson share their personal success stories of becoming debt-free, including paying off substantial amounts of debt while living on planned budgets. The discussion includes practical advice such as using cash for purchases, auditing subscrip...

5 months ago

25 minutes

The Debt Free Dad Podcast

363. Top 5 Simple Steps to Avoiding Holiday Debt This Year

Find Hidden Money https://www.debtfreedad.com/find-your-first-$100-workshop In this episode, Brad Nelson, founder of Debt Free Dad, shares alarming statistics from the 2024 holiday shopping season, revealing the debt crisis many Americans face each year. He offers five actionable steps to prevent holiday debt: setting a holiday budget, starting a holiday sinking fund, reviewing your gift list, tracking every dollar spent, and avoiding last-minute panic buys. Brad emphasizes planning now...

5 months ago

10 minutes

The Debt Free Dad Podcast

362. Budget Smarts or Splurge: Financial 'Would You Rather' That Hits Home

Subscribe to Simplify My Money: https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money In this fun and thought-provoking episode of the Debt Free Dad Podcast, Brad Nelson and his team engage in a series of money-themed 'Would You Rather' questions. The hosts, who have significant personal experience with debt repayment and savings, share their insights on various financial dilemmas. Topics include whether they'd prefer a free vacation or $5,000 in savings, never eating out again vs. never ...

5 months ago

18 minutes

The Debt Free Dad Podcast

361. Travel Smart: Mastering Budget Friendly Vacations

Subscribe to Simplify My Money: https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money Join Katie, your host for the Debt-Free Dad podcast, as she shares her expertise and personal journey to debt freedom. Learn how she managed to pay off over $226,725 in debt while still enjoying memorable vacations. In this episode, Katie reveals creative tips to travel on a budget, including setting up a travel fund, leveraging brand loyalty rewards, creating daily spending caps, pre-booking deals, and ...

5 months ago

8 minutes

The Debt Free Dad Podcast

360. Turn Your Finances Into a Game (And Actually Have Fun)

Our Free Life Without Payments Workshop is on July 15th. You can sign up here: https://www.debtfreedad.com/pl/2148605132 Subscribe to Simplify My Money: https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money In this episode of the Debt-Free Dad podcast, host Brad Nelson discusses the power of gamifying your financial journey. Joined by co-hosts Amber Taylor, Katie Hatfield, and Chris Hawkins, they share their personal financial success stories and dive into tactics to make saving money, pa...

5 months ago

24 minutes

The Debt Free Dad Podcast

359. What Does Your Bank Statement Reveal About You?

Our Free Life Without Payments Workshop is on July 15th. You can sign up here: https://www.debtfreedad.com/pl/2148605132 Subscribe to Simplify My Money: https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money In this episode of the Debt-Free Dad podcast, host Amber discusses the importance of aligning your spending with your values. Amber shares a simple reflection exercise to help you analyze your bank statements, categorize your spending, and identify discrepancies between your financial ...

6 months ago

7 minutes

The Debt Free Dad Podcast

358. Financial Anxiety No More: The Path to Calm

Our Free Life Without Payments Workshop is on July 15th. You can sign up here: https://www.debtfreedad.com/pl/2148605132 Subscribe to Simplify My Money: https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money In this episode of the Debt-Free Dad podcast, join Brad Nelson and co-hosts Chris Hawkins, Amber Taylor, and Kati Hatfield as they delve into the emotional toll of financial anxiety and how it affects various aspects of life. The hosts share their personal journeys of overcoming debt, ...

6 months ago

28 minutes

The Debt Free Dad Podcast

357. Debt-Free College: Top Tips to Avoid Student Loans

Worrying About Paying for College? Free Webinar! Our Free Life Without Payments Workshop is on July 15th. You can sign up here: https://www.debtfreedad.com/pl/2148605132 Subscribe to Simplify My Money: https://www.debtfreedad.com/newsletters/simplify-my-money Discover how to help your kids graduate college without the burden of student loans. In this episode, Ryan Nelson shares practical tips including early planning, comparing degree value vs. cost, working while attending college, avoiding...

6 months ago

10 minutes