Smart Money Happy Hour with Rachel Cruze and George Kamel
Ramsey Network
Pull up a chair to the happy hour you wish your friends were having. Mix two money experts with some hot takes and a splash of nostalgia, and you get Rachel Cru...
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When it’s 11:30pm and a snack is calling your name, do you go for McDonald’s French fries or a cheesy gordita crunch? In this episode, Rachel and George debate favorite fast-food and fast casual chains, plus you’ll learn which might be best for your budget.
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Today’s Happy Hour Special:
Recipe: Favorite Family Recipes
Ingredients:
2 cups fresh Raspberries
½ cup sugar
2 cups coconut creamer
2 liters Dr. Pepper
Instructions: Puree raspberries and sugar together in a blender until smooth. Store in an airtight container in the fridge if not using immediately. Fill 16oz cup halfway with ice and ¾ full with Dr. Pepper. Add 2 tbsp raspberry mixture and 2 tbsp coconut creamer. Fill to the top with Dr. Pepper and stir well, enjoy!
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Settling the Debate on Your Financial Faux Pas (We’re Divided)
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So, you booked all the Airbnbs for the group hiking trip, but that was two months ago, and Becky still hasn’t responded to your Venmo request? Awkward. In this episode, Rachel and George are responding to cringy financial faux pas you’ve experienced with friends.
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Today’s Happy Hour Special: 🍹 Division Bell
Recipe: Difford’s Guide
Ingredients:
• 1 ounce mescal
• 1/2 ounce Maraschino liqueur
• 3/4 ounce lime juice
• 3/4 ounce Aperol
Instructions: Shake all ingredients with ice and strain into a chilled glass, then enjoy!
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40:51
Affordable Gifts People Will Actually Love
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Tired of giving your dad the same pack of white socks every year for Christmas? In this episode, Rachel and George have the gift inspo you’ve been looking for—plus great ideas for the one on your list who has everything.
Rachel and George’s Gift Guide:
Wine and Cocktail Lovers
Cocktail shaker that doesn’t freeze your hands
Vintage cocktail book
People Who Love to Cook
Meat chopper
Citrus squeezer
Tech and Gadget Lovers
Cordless phone charger
Extended-length phone charger cable
Kids
Digital camera
Parents/Grandparents
Neck fan
Foot spa
Massage gun
DeleteMe
Spouse
Coffee subscription
Flower delivery
White Elephant/Dirty Santa
Milk frother
Wine decanter
“Take the Hint” Gifts
Apple AirTag
Rachel’s favorite self-help book: The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt
Ramsey Solutions official store (Black Friday deals)
For the One Who Has It All
Customized sign/art
Cozy Earth products (Use code SMARTMONEY for exclusive discount up to 45% off)
Today’s Happy Hour Special: 🍷 Red Sans-Gria
Recipe from Drinking for Two: Nutritious Mocktails for the Mom-to-Be
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36:31
Do DINKs Have More Fun (and Money)?
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Carefree (and kid-free) travel isn’t the only reason DINKs are living their best life. In this episode, Rachel and George get real about the cost of kids and how to know if you’re ready.
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Today’s Happy Hour Special: 🍸 Isn’t She Lovely?
Recipe: Imbibe
· 1 1/2 ounces vodka
· 3/4 ounce fresh grapefruit juice
· 1/2 ounce lemon juice
· 1/2 ounce elderflower liqueur
· 1/2 ounce blanc vermouth
· 1/4 simple syrup
· 1 ounce club soda
Instructions: Combine all the ingredients except the club soda in a shaker with ice. Shake until chilled, then strain into a collins glass over fresh ice. Top with club soda, and enjoy!
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40:41
25 Life-Changing Tech Purchases You Need to Try
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“Alexa, set a timer for tomorrow at 8 a.m. Alexa, turn the thermostat to 70 degrees. Alexa, can you make my budget?” Okay, maybe that last one is a stretch, but modern conveniences can be truly life changing. Find out Rachel’s and George’s take on what technology is worth the hype.
Next Steps:
· 🎥 Watch our video “‘Harmless’ Purchases That Drain Your Bank Account”
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Today’s Happy Hour Special: 🥃 Cinnamon-Spiced Orange and Thyme Mocktail
Recipe: Pick Up Limes
· 1/2 cup water
· 1/4 cup maple syrup
· 4 sprigs fresh thyme
· 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
· 2 tablespoons freshly grated ginger
· 1/2 lemon, juiced
· 2 cups ice cubes
· 2 cups orange juice
· 2 cups ginger ale
Instructions: Add water, maple syrup, thyme sprigs and cinnamon to a small pan and simmer. Reduce heat to low and let it steep for about 3 minutes. Then let it cool to room temperature. Fill a shaker or mason jar halfway with ice cubes and strain in thyme syrup. Add grated ginger and lemon juice. Shake well. Strain contents from shaker over ice cubes, and add orange juice and ginger ale. Enjoy!
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About Smart Money Happy Hour with Rachel Cruze and George Kamel
Pull up a chair to the happy hour you wish your friends were having. Mix two money experts with some hot takes and a splash of nostalgia, and you get Rachel Cruze and George Kamel talking unfiltered about what’s going on in the world, pop culture, and how to afford a life you love.
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