George Kamel

<p>George Kamel is a personal finance expert and co-host of The Ramsey Show and Smart Money Happy Hour. Following Ramsey’s proven money plan, George went from negative net worth to a millionaire in under 10 years. His goal is to help people spend less, save more, and avoid money traps so they can live a life with more margin, options and freedom. </p><p>This show will simplify complex money topics, bust money myths with actual facts, and debunk the stupid financial advice you're seeing in your social media feed. All with a healthy dose of pop culture, humor, and snark.</p><p>Have a story for George? Send us a message to <a href="mailto:guest@georgekamel.com">guest@georgekamel.com</a>. Want George on your show? Connect with us at <a href="mailto:media@georgekamel.com">media@georgekamel.com</a></p><p> </p>

12 Things Frugal People Quit Buying in 2024

💵 Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar app!  Nothing says frugal like quitting smoking because of the cost, am I right? In this episode, I’m sharing 12 things frugal people have stopped buying and what you can do to avoid paying high prices.  Next Steps:  🎥 Watch my video 12 Rules for (a Frugal) Life.  Connect With Our Sponsors:  🔒 Get 20% off when you join DeleteMe.  💸 Learn more about opening a high-yield savings account with Laurel Road.  📲 Get $5 off Tello's Unlimited Plan and enjoy great nationwide coverage for only $20 at  https://www.tello.com/George.    Explore More From Ramsey Network:  🎙️ The Ramsey Show  🍸 Smart Money Happy Hour  💸 The Ramsey Show Highlights  🧠 The Dr. John Delony Show  💡 The Rachel Cruze Show  💼 The Ken Coleman Show  📈 EntreLeadership    Ramsey Solutions Privacy Policy

12-20
17:55

Brutally Honest Money TikToks

💵 Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar app!  Sometimes TikTok gives us golden nuggets, sometimes a scrolling obsession, and sometimes just bad money advice! Today, I’m reacting to more videos you found on social media to see what lessons we can learn.  Next Steps:  🎥 Watch my video Money Expert Reacts to Broke TikTokers . . . Again.  Connect With Our Sponsors:  🔒 Get 20% off when you join DeleteMe.  💸 Learn more about opening a high-yield savings account with Laurel Road.  📲 Get $5 off Tello's Unlimited Plan and enjoy great nationwide coverage for only $20 at https://www.tello.com/George.  Explore More From Ramsey Network:  🎙️ The Ramsey Show  🍸 Smart Money Happy Hour  💸 The Ramsey Show Highlights  🧠 The Dr. John Delony Show  💡 The Rachel Cruze Show  💼 The Ken Coleman Show  📈 EntreLeadership    Ramsey Solutions Privacy Policy

12-18
18:46

How This Viral TikToker Gives Away Millions

💵 Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar app!  In today’s episode, I’m joined by my friend (and arguably the kindest man in Minnesota) Jimmy Darts for a conversation on wealth and generosity. Plus, find out what’s motivated him to give away over $1 million.   Next Steps:  Follow Jimmy on Instagram: @jimmydarts.   🎥 Watch my video Millionaires in Cars Getting Coffee With Arthur Brooks.   Connect With Our Sponsors:  🔒 Get 20% off when you join DeleteMe.  💸 Learn more about opening a high-yield savings account with Laurel Road.  📲 Get $5 off Tello's Unlimited Plan and enjoy great nationwide coverage for only $20 at https://www.tello.com/George.    Explore More From Ramsey Network:  🎙️ The Ramsey Show  🍸 Smart Money Happy Hour  💸 The Ramsey Show Highlights  🧠 The Dr. John Delony Show  💡 The Rachel Cruze Show  💼 The Ken Coleman Show  📈 EntreLeadership    Ramsey Solutions Privacy Policy

12-16
34:09

My Response to Graham Stephan

💵 Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar app!  Today I’m reacting to my friend Graham Stephan reacting to my video reacting to money TikToks—did you catch all that? Find out what we agree to disagree on about debt (and why I’m right).  Next Steps:  🎥 Watch Graham Stephan’s video Money Expert Reacts to Broke TikTokers | George Kamel.  🎥 Watch my video Money Expert Reacts to Unhinged Financial TikToks.  Connect With Our Sponsors:  🔒 Get 20% off when you join DeleteMe.  💸 Learn more about opening a high-yield savings account with Laurel Road.  📱 Get $5 off Tello's Unlimited Plan and enjoy great nationwide coverage for only $20 at Tello.  Explore More From Ramsey Network:  🎙️ The Ramsey Show  🍸 Smart Money Happy Hour  💸 The Ramsey Show Highlights  🧠 The Dr. John Delony Show  💡 The Rachel Cruze Show  💼 The Ken Coleman Show  📈 EntreLeadership    Ramsey Solutions Privacy Policy

12-13
16:00

Why Beginners Lose Money In The Stock Market

💵 Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar app!  One minute you’re watching The Wolf of Wall Street, and suddenly you think you’re Leonardo DiCaprio—easy there, investing newbie. In this episode, you’ll learn common mistakes new investors make and how to invest the right way.  Next Steps:  🎥 Watch my video Why Your Net Worth Explodes at $100K.  🎥 Watch Tortoise vs. Hare – Who Wins?  📘 Read Ramsey’s Investing Philosophy.  💸 Find out how much your investments could be worth with the Retirement Calculator.  Connect With Our Sponsors:  🔒 Get 20% off when you join DeleteMe.  💸 Learn more about opening a high-yield savings account with Laurel Road.  📲 Get $5 OFF Tello's Unlimited Plan and enjoy great nationwide coverage for only $20 at https://www.tello.com/George Explore More From Ramsey Network:  🎙️ The Ramsey Show  🍸 Smart Money Happy Hour  💸 The Ramsey Show Highlights  🧠 The Dr. John Delony Show  💡 The Rachel Cruze Show  💼 The Ken Coleman Show  📈 EntreLeadership    Ramsey Solutions Privacy Policy

12-11
10:51

What The American Dream Really Costs

💵 Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar app!  In this episode, I’m calling Investopedia’s bluff that the American Dream is for millionaires—and you’ll learn what it actually costs.    Next Steps:  🎥 Watch my video Frugal People Never Do These Things.  Connect With Our Sponsors:  🔒 Get 20% off when you join DeleteMe.  💸 Learn more about opening a high-yield savings account with Laurel Road.  📲 Get $5 off the Unlimited Plan and enjoy great nationwide coverage for only $20 at Tello.  Explore More From Ramsey Network:  🎙️ The Ramsey Show    🍸 Smart Money Happy Hour  💸 The Ramsey Show Highlights  🧠 The Dr. John Delony Show  💡 The Rachel Cruze Show  💼 The Ken Coleman Show  📈 The EntreLeadership Podcast    Ramsey Solutions Privacy Policy

12-09
13:28

Here's How Bad Americans Are Doing With Money

💵 Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar app!   Between big trucks and even bigger debt payments, the personal finance trends in America are not looking great, folks. In this episode, find out how you compare to other Americans financially.  Next Steps:  🎥 Watch my video How to Make a Budget and Stick to It.  📗 Order my new book, Breaking Free From Broke.  Connect With Our Sponsors:  🔒 Get 20% off when you join DeleteMe.  💸 Learn more about opening a high-yield savings account with Laurel Road.  📲 Get $5 OFF on Tello's Unlimited Plan and enjoy great nationwide coverage for only $20 at  https://www.tello.com/George.  Explore More From Ramsey Network:    🎙️ The Ramsey Show    🍸 Smart Money Happy Hour  💸 The Ramsey Show Highlights  🧠 The Dr. John Delony Show  💡 The Rachel Cruze Show  💼 The Ken Coleman Show  📈 EntreLeadership    Ramsey Solutions Privacy Policy

12-06
09:08

Breaking Up Over Debt and Other Financial Disputes | Judge George

💵 Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar app!  Today, the one and only George Judy is back, gavel in hand, to give his ruling on money fights and financial disputes you shared on Reddit.   Next Step:  🎥 Watch my video 15- vs. 30-Year Mortgages and Other Financial Disputes | Judge George.  Connect With Our Sponsors:  🔒 Get 20% off when you join DeleteMe.  💸 Learn more about opening a high-yield savings account with Laurel Road.  📱 Visit Tello for more details.  Explore More From Ramsey Network:  🎙️ The Ramsey Show    🍸 Smart Money Happy Hour  💸 The Ramsey Show Highlights  🧠 The Dr. John Delony Show  💡 The Rachel Cruze Show  💼 The Ken Coleman Show  📈 EntreLeadership    Ramsey Solutions Privacy Policy

12-04
17:00

Classy or Trashy Lifestyle (How Do You Compare?)

💵 Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar app!  Multiple Range Rovers in the driveway? Classy. Multiple rusty clunkers? Junkyard. In today’s episode, I’m responding to your best answers to the Reddit question, “What’s trashy if you’re poor and classy if you’re rich?”   Next Steps:  🎥 Watch my video Budgeting for Beginners | The Only Budgeting Method You Need to Worry About!  🎥 Watch my video Emergency Funds 101: You’re Screwed If You Don’t Have One.  🎥 Watch my video Best Way to Pay Off Debt Fast (That Actually Works).  📗 Order my new book, Breaking Free From Broke.  Connect With Our Sponsors:  🔒 Get 20% off when you join DeleteMe.  💸 Learn more about opening a high-yield savings account with Laurel Road.  📱 Visit Tello for more details.    Explore More From Ramsey Network:  🎙️ The Ramsey Show    🍸 Smart Money Happy Hour  💸 The Ramsey Show Highlights  🧠 The Dr. John Delony Show  💡 The Rachel Cruze Show  💼 The Ken Coleman Show  📈 EntreLeadership    Ramsey Solutions Privacy Policy

12-02
12:10

Do This Now To Pay Less Taxes In 2025

💵 Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar app!   Who wants to owe the government more in taxes when that money could be going to your French bulldog fund (these Frenchies are expensive!)? In this episode, find out eight tips to help you save money on your taxes in 2025.  Next Steps:  🎥 Watch my video 5 Tax Myths Broke People Believe.  Get free tools and guides that'll help you file taxes the Ramsey way.  Find a tax pro you can trust to take taxes and stress off your plate.  Connect With Our Sponsors:  🔒 Get 20% off when you join DeleteMe.  💸 Learn more about opening a high-yield savings account with Laurel Road.  📱 Visit Tello for more details.  Explore More From Ramsey Network:  🎙️ The Ramsey Show    🍸 Smart Money Happy Hour  💸 The Ramsey Show Highlights  🧠 The Dr. John Delony Show  💡 The Rachel Cruze Show  💼 The Ken Coleman Show  📈 EntreLeadership    Ramsey Solutions Privacy Policy

11-29
11:27

A Step-By-Step Guide to Building Wealth in Your 30s

💵 Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar app!  I hate to break it to you, but it’s hard to truly be “thirty, flirty and thriving” when you still have debt weighing you down. That’s why in this episode, you’ll get a step-by-step guide for building wealth in your 30s.  Next Step:   📗 Order George Kamel’s new book, Breaking Free From Broke, now 20% off for Ramsey’s Black Friday sale.   Connect With Our Sponsors:  🔒 Get 20% off when you join DeleteMe.  💸 Learn more about opening a high-yield savings account with Laurel Road.  📱 Visit Tello for more details.  Explore More From Ramsey Network:  🎙️ The Ramsey Show    🍸 Smart Money Happy Hour  💸 The Ramsey Show Highlights  🧠 The Dr. John Delony Show  💡 The Rachel Cruze Show  💼 The Ken Coleman Show  📈 EntreLeadership    Ramsey Solutions Privacy Policy

11-27
09:59

If You're Not Taking Retirement Seriously, It's Time To Start

💵 Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar app!  You don’t want to wake up in retirement and realize you spent all your money without ever taking that trip to Sandals, do you? Find out if your retirement savings are on target, plus how to make sure you have enough for your golden years.  Next Steps:  🎥 Watch my video How Much You Should Have in Your 401(k)—by Age.  💸 See what your investments could be worth with the Retirement Calculator.  Connect With Our Sponsors:  🔒 Get 20% off when you join DeleteMe.  💸 Learn more about opening a high-yield savings account with Laurel Road.  📱 Visit Tello for more details.  Explore More From Ramsey Network:  🎙️ The Ramsey Show    🍸 Smart Money Happy Hour  💸 The Ramsey Show Highlights  🧠 The Dr. John Delony Show  💡 The Rachel Cruze Show  💼 The Ken Coleman Show  📈 EntreLeadership    Ramsey Solutions Privacy Policy

11-25
07:27

What You Need To Know About The "Buy Nothing" Movement

💵 Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar app!  Imagine a world where you could rehome all the old furniture you inherited from Grandma and feel good about it. In this episode, find out if the Buy Nothing movement is the key to becoming a more generous—and more fugal—human.  Next Steps:  🎥 Watch my video Ranking the Best (and Worst) Birthday Freebies by Value.  Connect With Our Sponsors:  🔒 Get 20% off when you join DeleteMe.  💸 Learn more about opening a high-yield savings account with Laurel Road.  📱 Visit Tello for more details.  Explore More From Ramsey Network:  🎙️ The Ramsey Show    🍸 Smart Money Happy Hour  💸 The Ramsey Show Highlights  🧠 The Dr. John Delony Show  💡 The Rachel Cruze Show  💼 The Ken Coleman Show  📈 The EntreLeadership Podcast    Ramsey Solutions Privacy Policy

11-22
09:51

Average Monthly Expenses (How Do You Compare?)

💵 Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar app!   Between rent increases and $7 cereal, anyone else feel like your monthly bills are more than they used to be? In this episode, find out how your monthly expenses compare to the average American and the key to creating financial margin regardless of your income.  Next Steps:   🎥 Watch my video Budgeting For Beginners | The Only Budgeting Method You Need To Worry About!  Connect With Our Sponsors:  🔒 Get 20% off when you join DeleteMe  💸 Learn more about opening a high-yield savings account with Laurel Road  📱 Visit Tello for more details.  Explore More From Ramsey Network:  🎙️ The Ramsey Show    🍸 Smart Money Happy Hour  💸 The Ramsey Show Highlights  🧠 The Dr. John Delony Show  💡 The Rachel Cruze Show  💼 The Ken Coleman Show  📈 EntreLeadership    Ramsey Solutions Privacy Policy

11-20
12:23

Millionaire Reacts To: Terrible Money Advice On TikTok

💵 Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar app!  Don’t believe everything you hear on the internet, folks—it’s no Encyclopaedia Britannica. In this episode, I’ll react to more of the internet’s money advice so you’ll know what financial “tricks” to avoid!  Next Steps:   🎥 Watch my video Why Is No One Talking About America’s Wealth Killer?  Connect With Our Sponsors:   🔒 Get 20% off when you join DeleteMe.  💸 Learn more about opening a high-yield savings account with Laurel Road.  📱 Visit Tello for more details.  Explore More From Ramsey Network:  🎙️ The Ramsey Show    🍸 Smart Money Happy Hour  💸 The Ramsey Show Highlights  🧠 The Dr. John Delony Show  💡 The Rachel Cruze Show  💼 The Ken Coleman Show  📈 The EntreLeadership Podcast    Ramsey Solutions Privacy Policy

11-18
12:18

3 Habits That Will Instantly Make You Better With Money

💵 Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar app!  You don’t become Tony Hawk without consistently showing up to the skate park—and you don’t build wealth without consistently having good money habits. Watch to learn three simple habits that will help you take your money game to the next level.   Next Steps:   🎥 Watch my video “Best Way to Pay Off Debt Fast (That Actually Works)”  Connect With Our Sponsors:  🔒 Get 20% off when you join DeleteMe.  💸 Learn more about opening a high-yield savings account with Laurel Road.  📱 Visit Tello for more details.  Explore More From Ramsey Network:  🎙️ The Ramsey Show  🍸 Smart Money Happy Hour  💸 The Ramsey Show Highlights  🧠 The Dr. John Delony Show  💡 The Rachel Cruze Show  💼 The Ken Coleman Show  📈 EntreLeadership    Ramsey Solutions Privacy Policy

11-15
07:43

How I Manage My Finances As A Millionaire

💵 Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar app!  In this episode, I’ll share the dirty deets on how my wife and I manage our money and how easily you can start building wealth too.  Next Steps:  🎥 Watch my video “7 Steps That Can Make You a Millionaire”  🛡️Protect what’s most important with Zander Insurance   Connect With Our Sponsors:  🔒 Get 20% off when you join DeleteMe.  💸 Learn more about opening a high-yield savings account with Laurel Road.  📱 Visit Tello for more details.  Explore More From Ramsey Network:  🎙️ The Ramsey Show  🍸 Smart Money Happy Hour  💸 The Ramsey Show Highlights  🧠 The Dr. John Delony Show  💡 The Rachel Cruze Show  💼 The Ken Coleman Show  📈 EntreLeadership    Ramsey Solutions Privacy Policy

11-13
12:35

Millionaire Reacts To: Money Saving TikToks

💵 Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar app!  I love a good money-saving challenge, but is a binder full of cash really the secret to stashing dough? In this episode, find out practical ways you can pump the brakes on spending and start making money today.  Next Steps:  🎥 Watch my video How to Save $100,000 Cash in 3 Years.  Connect With Our Sponsors:  🔒 Get 20% off when you join DeleteMe.  💸 Learn more about opening a high-yield savings account with Laurel Road.  📱 Visit Tello for more details.  Explore More From Ramsey Network:  🎙️ The Ramsey Show    🍸 Smart Money Happy Hour  💸 The Ramsey Show Highlights  🧠 The Dr. John Delony Show  💡 The Rachel Cruze Show  💼 The Ken Coleman Show  📈 The EntreLeadership Podcast    Ramsey Solutions Privacy Policy

11-11
13:31

21 Things Broke People Waste Money On

💵 Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar app!  If there were an award for the cutest, most pointless purchase, I’d have to go with: baby Vans shoes. In this episode, find out 21 things broke people waste money on so you can avoid those sneaky traps.  Next Steps:  🎥 Watch my video How I Went From Broke to Millionaire in Under 10 Years.  💰 Find out if you’re protected with the Coverage Checkup.  Connect With Our Sponsors:  🔒 Get 20% off when you join DeleteMe.  💸 Learn more about opening a high-yield savings account with Laurel Road.  📱 Visit Tello for more details.  Explore More From Ramsey Network:  🎙️ The Ramsey Show    🍸 Smart Money Happy Hour  💸 The Ramsey Show Highlights  🧠 The Dr. John Delony Show  💡 The Rachel Cruze Show  💼 The Ken Coleman Show  📈 EntreLeadership    Ramsey Solutions Privacy Policy

11-08
11:11

Exposing The Shady Company Preying On Low Income Families

💵 Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar app!  Today, I’m playing detective and exposing the truth about a predatory lender you need to know about—especially if you plan to finance a car.  Next Steps:  🎥 Watch my video Why Is No One Talking About America’s Wealth Killer?  📒 Read Ryan Gabrielson and Byard Duncan’s article for ProPublica   Connect With Our Sponsors:  🔒 Get 20% off when you join DeleteMe.  💸 Learn more about opening a high-yield savings account with Laurel Road.  📱 Visit Tello for more details.  Explore More From Ramsey Network:  🎙️ The Ramsey Show    🍸 Smart Money Happy Hour  💸 The Ramsey Show Highlights  🧠 The Dr. John Delony Show  💡 The Rachel Cruze Show  💼 The Ken Coleman Show  📈 EntreLeadership    Ramsey Solutions Privacy Policy

11-06
16:50

Mona Peterson

I absolutely love tuning into George Kamel's podcast! The insights and practical advice he shares are not only valuable but also incredibly motivating. His ability to break down complex financial topics into easy-to-understand concepts makes it accessible for everyone. https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/pack-chicago-5790995/episodes/the-psychology-behind-branded-217387323

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