Why'd You Buy That?
51 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsDrew and Dan co-founders of Weekly, a budgeting app, talk about fun topics in personal finance while also delving into the art and science of budgeting.
You can find Weekly at
Weekly budgeting.
Homepage Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
Episodes
Thankfulness in 2020 and Money Memories
November 27, 2020 22:50 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MBToday Dan, Drew, and Jessica are joined by Ilona from the podcast, Money Memories. In the first half of the episode, Dan, Drew, and Jessica talk about their Thanksgiving celebrations for 2020 and how thankfulness affects finances. In the second half of the episode, Dan and Drew talk with Ilona from The Bear and the Bull blog and the Money Memories podcast. They talk about everything from travel memories and Ilona’s earliest money memory to capitalism, marginalism, and racism in financial ins...
Thankfulness in 2020 and Money Memories
November 27, 2020 22:50 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MBToday Dan, Drew, and Jessica are joined by Ilona from the podcast, Money Memories. In the first half of the episode, Dan, Drew, and Jessica talk about their Thanksgiving celebrations for 2020 and how thankfulness affects finances. In the second half of the episode, Dan and Drew talk with Ilona from The Bear and the Bull blog and the Money Memories podcast. They talk about everything from travel memories and Ilona’s earliest money memory to capitalism, marginalism, and racism...
Singles Day and Values-based spending with the Money Script
November 12, 2020 12:27 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBOn today’s episode Dan, Drew, and Jessica are joined by Yohance Harrison from Money Script Wealth. Yohance began his financial services career over twenty years ago and now finds himself living his passion as the founder and CEO of Money Script Wealth Management, PLLC. Today he’s here to talk to us about behavioral financial planning as well as his goal of increasing financial awareness, intelligence, and literacy in the black, brown, and indigeonous communities. He also pla...
Singles Day and Values-based spending with the Money Script
November 12, 2020 12:27 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBOn today’s episode Dan, Drew, and Jessica are joined by Yohance Harrison from Money Script Wealth. Yohance began his financial services career over twenty years ago and now finds himself living his passion as the founder and CEO of Money Script Wealth Management, PLLC. Today he’s here to talk to us about behavioral financial planning as well as his goal of increasing financial awareness, intelligence, and literacy in the black, brown, and indigeonous communities. He also plays Why’d You Buy ...
Doom-Scrolling, Cereal in Bulk and Shoes of NY with Lexi Cross
November 04, 2020 19:23 - 1 hour - 78.1 MBOn this episode Dan, Drew, and Jess are joined by Lexi Cross, the cofounder of ShoesOf, a website dedicated to footwear, fashion, and the stories behind the shoes of New York. In the first section of today’s podcast, Dan, Drew, and Jess discuss "doom-scrolling" and social media as it affects the youth of America as well as our spending habits. In the second portion of the episode, they're joined by Lexi Cross to talk about how she founded Shoes Of, her favorite street style ...
Doom-Scrolling, Cereal in Bulk and Shoes of NY with Lexi Cross
November 04, 2020 19:23 - 1 hour - 78.1 MBOn this episode Dan, Drew, and Jess are joined by Lexi Cross, the cofounder of ShoesOf, a website dedicated to footwear, fashion, and the stories behind the shoes of New York. In the first section of today’s podcast, Dan, Drew, and Jess discuss "doom-scrolling" and social media as it affects the youth of America as well as our spending habits. In the second portion of the episode, they're joined by Lexi Cross to talk about how she founded Shoes Of, her favorite street style moments and the i...
Pet Costumes, Haunted Home Depot + Emotional Spending with Financial Therapist Lindsay Bryan-Podvin
October 14, 2020 19:27In this episode Dan and Drew are joined by friend of the podcast Jessica Steele, and financial therapist and coach, Lindsay Bryan-Podvin from the Mind Money Balance. In the first half of the episode, Dan, Drew, and Jessica talk about the upcoming Halloween season, the spooky trends they've been seeing and altered plans due to COVID. In the second half of the episode, Dan and Drew talk with Lindsay about what it means to be on a budget and the psychology behind personal fin...
Pet Costumes, Haunted Home Depot + Emotional Spending with Financial Therapist Lindsay Bryan-Podvin
October 14, 2020 19:27In this episode Dan and Drew are joined by friend of the podcast Jessica Steele, and financial therapist and coach, Lindsay Bryan-Podvin from the Mind Money Balance. In the first half of the episode, Dan, Drew, and Jessica talk about the upcoming Halloween season, the spooky trends they've been seeing and altered plans due to COVID. In the second half of the episode, Dan and Drew talk with Lindsay about what it means to be on a budget and the psychology behind personal finance. What has th...
Netflix (and other charges), the Runway Chef and a Tribute to RBG
October 05, 2020 19:18In this episode Dan and Drew are joined by friend of the podcast Jessica Steele, and lifestyle blogger Alyssa Ponticello. In the first half of the program Dan, Drew, and Jess talk about the subscription economy. It seems like you can buy a subscription (or a subscription box) for absolutely anything these days. They also play a fun “Guess this streaming service” quiz. For the second half of the show, Dan and Drew are joined by Alyssa Ponticello from the blog, Runway Chef. ...
Netflix (and other charges), the Runway Chef and a Tribute to RBG
October 05, 2020 19:18In this episode Dan and Drew are joined by friend of the podcast Jessica Steele, and lifestyle blogger Alyssa Ponticello. In the first half of the program Dan, Drew, and Jess talk about the subscription economy. It seems like you can buy a subscription (or a subscription box) for absolutely anything these days. They also play a fun “Guess this streaming service” quiz. For the second half of the show, Dan and Drew are joined by Alyssa Ponticello from the blog, Runway Chef. Her expertise foc...
Pre-Marriage Conversations about $, Packs of Wedding Rings on Amazon and Convo with Swell Advisors
September 17, 2020 00:24Drew and Dan talk with, friend of the podcast, Jessica Steele. In this episode, their conversation is spurned by the article, “7 Must-Have Money Conversations You Need to Have Before Getting Hitched,” which was published on the website WalletJoy. Drew and Dan also talk with Sandra Merrill and Chris Zimmermann of Swell Advisors. They discuss their trip around the world (on a budget) and the lessons they learned while on that journey. Then Drew, Dan, and Jessica round out the episode for a rou...
Pre-Marriage Conversations about $, Packs of Wedding Rings on Amazon and Convo with Swell Advisors
September 17, 2020 00:24Drew and Dan talk with, friend of the podcast, Jessica Steele. In this episode, their conversation is spurned by the article, “7 Must-Have Money Conversations You Need to Have Before Getting Hitched,” which was published on the website WalletJoy. Drew and Dan also talk with Sandra Merrill and Chris Zimmermann of Swell Advisors. They discuss their trip around the world (on a budget) and the lessons they learned while on that journey. Then Drew, Dan, and Jessica round out the ...
Money Thoughts from Las Vegas, Driving Old Cars and Hanging Doors
September 08, 2020 17:37Introduction: Dan and Drew are back behind them mic and today they’re talking about Dan’s recent anniversary trip to Las Vegas, the coronavirus, and what it would take for him to buy a new car. Meanwhile, Drew talks about how the gambling gods got theirs after all, his adventures with home improvement, and how “easy” hanging doors can be. Talking Points: Dan’s anniversary trip to Las Vegas Money and Vegas At what point would you buy a new car? Coronavirus Gambli...
Money Thoughts from Las Vegas, Driving Old Cars and Hanging Doors
September 08, 2020 17:37Introduction: Dan and Drew are back behind them mic and today they’re talking about Dan’s recent anniversary trip to Las Vegas, the coronavirus, and what it would take for him to buy a new car. Meanwhile, Drew talks about how the gambling gods got theirs after all, his adventures with home improvement, and how “easy” hanging doors can be. Talking Points: Dan’s anniversary trip to Las Vegas Money and Vegas At what point would you buy a new car? Coronavirus Gambling Dan’s experie...
Anniversary Gifts, Coin Shortages and Special Guest Jessica Steele
August 18, 2020 18:00Today we’re talking about giving away water (then buying it back), the coin shortage, the price of dollhouses, and anniversaries. We’ll also be talking with Jessica Steele from The Steele Maiden and her philosophies about budgeting. Jessica Steele grew up in small town Pennsylvania before pursuing a degree in Fashion Design and moving to New York City in 2009. With a full-time career in the fashion industry, Jessica founded The Steele Maiden in 2012 while on a brief New York-hiatus (let’s ...
Anniversary Gifts, Coin Shortages and Special Guest Jessica Steele
August 18, 2020 18:00Today we’re talking about giving away water (then buying it back), the coin shortage, the price of dollhouses, and anniversaries. We’ll also be talking with Jessica Steele from The Steele Maiden and her philosophies about budgeting. Jessica Steele grew up in small town Pennsylvania before pursuing a degree in Fashion Design and moving to New York City in 2009. With a full-time career in the fashion industry, Jessica founded The Steele Maiden in 2012 while on a brief New Yo...
The Incredible Free Machine That Hands Out Happiness
July 28, 2020 21:53Today we’re starting off by talking about our 4th of July festivities and what it was like lighting off fireworks at home. Then we’re going to dive back into the topic of the coronavirus and it’s continued effect (or non-effect) on our lives. In addition, we have a question to ask our customers: Would you like an automated assistant to ask you questions and check-in with your goals on a daily basis? And would you be willing to pay for that as an add-on? If you would like to give us your in...
The Incredible Free Machine That Hands Out Happiness
July 28, 2020 21:53Today we’re starting off by talking about our 4th of July festivities and what it was like lighting off fireworks at home. Then we’re going to dive back into the topic of the coronavirus and it’s continued effect (or non-effect) on our lives. In addition, we have a question to ask our customers: Would you like an automated assistant to ask you questions and check-in with your goals on a daily basis? And would you be willing to pay for that as an add-on? If you would like t...
Black Lives Matter, Annual Fees and Summer Purchases For Families
July 02, 2020 19:12In this episode, we talk about the important, current issue of Black Lives Matter, Drew covers an unexpected annual fee he received, we’ll have another exciting round of “Why’d You Buy That,” before we talk about purchases we’re making for our kids this summer so our families can stay sane. The Black Lives Matter Movement Colin Kaepernick and kneeling protests Realization when it hits close to home Central park birdwatcher and dog-walker Ferguson, Missouri and Michael Brown John ...
A Boatload of Money + the Impact of CoronaVirus on Dining Out Expenses
May 22, 2020 18:44Dan tells what it was like to drive across the country in a pandemic. Drew shares how coronavirus has effected his dining out expenses Dan and Drew talk about Mother's Day spending and Dan tells the totally unique gift he got his wife for Mother's Day. *** OUR PODCAST HAS CHANGED NAMES TO "WHY'D YOU BUY THAT?" **** We hope this change emphasizes how we want this to be a fun discussion about the motivations behind our purchases helping all of us to buy things with less ...
A Boatload of Money + the Impact of CoronaVirus on Dining Out Expenses
May 22, 2020 18:44Dan tells what it was like to drive across the country in a pandemic. Drew shares how coronavirus has effected his dining out expenses Dan and Drew talk about Mother's Day spending and Dan tells the totally unique gift he got his wife for Mother's Day. *** OUR PODCAST HAS CHANGED NAMES TO "WHY'D YOU BUY THAT?" **** We hope this change emphasizes how we want this to be a fun discussion about the motivations behind our purchases helping all of us to buy things with less guilt and more jo...
How Far Would We Go To Save $50, Childhood Money Perceptions and Selling a Home in a Pandemic
April 25, 2020 05:03Dan and Drew start off by asking "How far would you go to save $50?". Then they talk about perceptions of money as a child and how that changed when they became adults. Dan talks about receiving the IRS stimulus and what that was like. Finally, Dan and Drew talk about whether it is worth it to pay a realtor to sell you home, even in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic.
How Far Would We Go To Save $50, Childhood Money Perceptions and Selling a Home in a Pandemic
April 25, 2020 05:03Dan and Drew start off by asking "How far would you go to save $50?". Then they talk about perceptions of money as a child and how that changed when they became adults. Dan talks about receiving the IRS stimulus and what that was like. Finally, Dan and Drew talk about whether it is worth it to pay a realtor to sell you home, even in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic.
Social Distancing, Guns at Five Guys, and Dan Navigates A Shared Purchase With Neighbors
April 07, 2020 22:25In this episode, we talk about the effect social distancing has had in our families, Drew talks about the odd experience of getting takeout from Five Guys during Coronavirus (spoiler: a gun is in the story) and Dan explores pitfalls of doing shared purchases with neighbors in a segment called "How I ended up spreading pine needles in my neighbor's yard."
Social Distancing, Guns at Five Guys, and Dan Navigates A Shared Purchase With Neighbors
April 07, 2020 22:25In this episode, we talk about the effect social distancing has had in our families, Drew talks about the odd experience of getting takeout from Five Guys during Coronavirus (spoiler: a gun is in the story) and Dan explores pitfalls of doing shared purchases with neighbors in a segment called "How I ended up spreading pine needles in my neighbor's yard."
CoronaVirus, Dan Sells His Juicer, Manuals and Staying On Track Toward a Goal
March 10, 2020 22:20CoronaVirus, Dan’s Sells His Juicer, Manuals and Staying On Track Toward a Goal
CoronaVirus, Dan Sells His Juicer, Manuals and Staying On Track Toward a Goal
March 10, 2020 22:20CoronaVirus, Dan’s Sells His Juicer, Manuals and Staying On Track Toward a Goal
Sunk Costs, "Experimental" Purchases and Conversation with Chris Chapman from Next Level Minds
February 25, 2020 18:44Why are you more likely to attend a football game in the dead of winter in a blizzard if you paid for a ticket instead of gotten it for free? It's hard to let go of things we have invested in, even if continuing with them is not in our best interest. This is the phenomenon of sunk costs. In this week's podcast, Dan and Drew explore the psychology of sunk costs then talk about the virtues of thinking about some purchases as "experiments" so that we can more easily let ...
Sunk Costs, "Experimental" Purchases and Conversation with Chris Chapman from Next Level Minds
February 25, 2020 18:44Why are you more likely to attend a football game in the dead of winter in a blizzard if you paid for a ticket instead of gotten it for free? It's hard to let go of things we have invested in, even if continuing with them is not in our best interest. This is the phenomenon of sunk costs. In this week's podcast, Dan and Drew explore the psychology of sunk costs then talk about the virtues of thinking about some purchases as "experiments" so that we can more easily let go of them if the...
Tricks Retailers Use That Get Us Spending More and Challenging the Frugality Mindset
February 07, 2020 00:42Dan and Drew discuss the tricks used by retailers to get us to spend more. Also we ponder a great mystery of the universe, how long is too long to take something back to COSTCO? Dan provides a, um, case study. You gotta hear it. But before we get into that piece, Dan and Drew discuss when its best to challenge your frugality mindset and spend more in areas that are providing real value in your life. Like and subscribe! Source articles - MSN - https://www.msn.co...
Tricks Retailers Use That Get Us Spending More and Challenging the Frugality Mindset
February 07, 2020 00:42Dan and Drew discuss the tricks used by retailers to get us to spend more. Also we ponder a great mystery of the universe, how long is too long to take something back to COSTCO? Dan provides a, um, case study. You gotta hear it. But before we get into that piece, Dan and Drew discuss when its best to challenge your frugality mindset and spend more in areas that are providing real value in your life. Like and subscribe! Source articles - MSN - https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/sav...
Selling Your Old Stuff Online (Is It Worth It?), 'Why'd You Buy That' and Two Highly Requested New Features
January 24, 2020 22:30Ep 10 - Selling Your Old Stuff Online (Is It Worth It?), 'Why'd You Buy That' and Two Highly Requested New Features
Selling Your Old Stuff Online (Is It Worth It?), 'Why'd You Buy That' and Two Highly Requested New Features
January 24, 2020 22:30Ep 10 - Selling Your Old Stuff Online (Is It Worth It?), 'Why'd You Buy That' and Two Highly Requested New Features
Things To Give Up to Be Successful in 2020, 'Why'd You Buy That' and Top Stocks of the Century
January 12, 2020 14:28It's 2020, and inspired by an article on CNBC, Drew and Dan discuss what things to give up in the new year to be successful. Also, Drew and Dan so a round of "Why'd You Buy That" and find out which stock if you had bought $100 of it in the year 2000 would today be worth $62,544! Sources: How Much https://howmuch.net/articles/best-performing-stocks CNBC Article https://www.cnbc.com/2016/12/30/13-things-you-should-give-up-if-you-want-to-be-successful.html
Things To Give Up to Be Successful in 2020, 'Why'd You Buy That' and Top Stocks of the Century
January 12, 2020 14:28It's 2020, and inspired by an article on CNBC, Drew and Dan discuss what things to give up in the new year to be successful. Also, Drew and Dan so a round of "Why'd You Buy That" and find out which stock if you had bought $100 of it in the year 2000 would today be worth $62,544! Sources: How Much https://howmuch.net/articles/best-performing-stocks CNBC Article https://www.cnbc.com/2016/12/30/13-things-you-should-give-up-if-you-want-to-be-successful.html
Stockings and Student Loans
December 16, 2019 22:47In episode 8 of the Budgeting Redefined podcast, we debate the art and science of savings for kids Christmas gifts. Then we have a fascinating interview with Nick Sky, the co-founder of Changed. Changed is an app that helps you accelerate paying off student loan debt by rounding up your bank transactions and applying the difference to the loans. Give it a listen! Also, you can download Changed App here -> https://gochanged.com Photo by Dan LeFebvre on Unsplash
Stockings and Student Loans
December 16, 2019 22:47In episode 8 of the Budgeting Redefined podcast, we debate the art and science of savings for kids Christmas gifts. Then we have a fascinating interview with Nick Sky, the co-founder of Changed. Changed is an app that helps you accelerate paying off student loan debt by rounding up your bank transactions and applying the difference to the loans. Give it a listen! Also, you can download Changed App here -> https://gochanged.com Photo by Dan LeFebvre on Unsplash ...
$8 Per Pound Turkeys, Americans Least Favorite Thanksgiving Foods, Hosting T-giving on a Budget
November 19, 2019 15:28In this episode we discover Dan isn't too familiar with the cost of a turkey. Also, Instacart put out a survey that asked what Thanksgiving foods are people eating just because its Thanksgiving and don't really enjoy them all that much - we discuss. Finally, we share 3 cost savings ideas for hosting T-giving. Instacart survey - https://news.instacart.com/turkey-day-expos%C3%A9-how-americans-really-feel-about-the-big-dinner-c7dbdf1146f7 Dan's Grandma Nye on YouTube - https://www.youtub...
$8 Per Pound Turkeys, Americans Least Favorite Thanksgiving Foods, Hosting T-giving on a Budget
November 19, 2019 15:28In this episode we discover Dan isn't too familiar with the cost of a turkey. Also, Instacart put out a survey that asked what Thanksgiving foods are people eating just because its Thanksgiving and don't really enjoy them all that much - we discuss. Finally, we share 3 cost savings ideas for hosting T-giving. Instacart survey - https://news.instacart.com/turkey-day-expos%C3%A9-how-americans-really-feel-about-the-big-dinner-c7dbdf1146f7 Dan's Grandma Nye on YouTube - h...
Best Side Hustles, Dan Hates Printers and Weekly is Live in the App Store
November 08, 2019 21:16Drew gives Dan a quiz on how much money can be saved by eliminating phantom power and then Dan lets us all know his true feeling about printers. Bob Haegele from the Frugal Fellow drops into give a breakdown on the best and worst side hustles to make money in your spare time. Then Dan and Drew talk about all the exciting things happening with Weekly including launching out of BETA and winning a $10K micro grant from NC Idea.
Best Side Hustles, Dan Hates Printers and Weekly is Live in the App Store
November 08, 2019 21:16Drew gives Dan a quiz on how much money can be saved by eliminating phantom power and then Dan lets us all know his true feeling about printers. Bob Haegele from the Frugal Fellow drops into give a breakdown on the best and worst side hustles to make money in your spare time. Then Dan and Drew talk about all the exciting things happening with Weekly including launching out of BETA and winning a $10K micro grant from NC Idea.
Back to School Savings Tips w/ Tori Levo and "Why'd you buy that?"
August 16, 2019 21:07Weekly Co-founder's Drew Adams Dan Seethaler are joined by Tori Levo and they talk about tips on managing back-to-school spending. Dan and Drew pull out their spending trackers and explain the reasoning about one transaction in a segment they called "Why'd you buy that?" Finally, Dan and Drew cover recent app updates: App Notifications and viewing Bank Transactions! http://weeklybudgeting.com For more information on Tori Levo blogging visit- https://www.facebook.com/etoria.hill/videos/...
Back to School Savings Tips w/ Tori Levo and "Why'd you buy that?"
August 16, 2019 21:07Weekly Co-founder's Drew Adams Dan Seethaler are joined by Tori Levo and they talk about tips on managing back-to-school spending. Dan and Drew pull out their spending trackers and explain the reasoning about one transaction in a segment they called "Why'd you buy that?" Finally, Dan and Drew cover recent app updates: App Notifications and viewing Bank Transactions! http://weeklybudgeting.com For more information on Tori Levo blogging visit- https://www.facebook.com/et...
Vacation Spending + the Interpersonal Dynamics of Budgeting with a Significant Other
July 31, 2019 15:21In Episode 4, we talk about vacation spending. When has spending money on vacation brought more joy and when has spending money on vacation actually made the experience worse! We talk about the interpersonal dynamics of budgeting with a spouse or partner. We also give an app updates, some information on feature requests and some user reviews. Find out why "In the Air Tonight" reminds Dan of summer vacation. Thanks for listening!
Vacation Spending + the Interpersonal Dynamics of Budgeting with a Significant Other
July 31, 2019 15:21In Episode 4, we talk about vacation spending. When has spending money on vacation brought more joy and when has spending money on vacation actually made the experience worse! We talk about the interpersonal dynamics of budgeting with a spouse or partner. We also give an app updates, some information on feature requests and some user reviews. Find out why "In the Air Tonight" reminds Dan of summer vacation. Thanks for listening!
How much to fix a spigot? Plus Weekly hits 100 users!
July 10, 2019 01:52Drew relays a story of trying to get the spigot on his house fixed. Dan and Drew talk about the price of kids' bikes. Dan discusses the upgrades to the app. Dan and Drew celebrate the 100th user! Download the app at http://weeklybudgeting.com Join New Facebook Group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/386489425308570/
How much to fix a spigot? Plus Weekly hits 100 users!
July 10, 2019 01:52Drew relays a story of trying to get the spigot on his house fixed. Dan and Drew talk about the price of kids' bikes. Dan discusses the upgrades to the app. Dan and Drew celebrate the 100th user! Download the app at http://weeklybudgeting.com Join New Facebook Group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/386489425308570/
$2 Million car gets in a fender bender, the Frugal Fellow and thoughts on Father's Day
July 02, 2019 03:26Dan and Drew discuss lessons they learned about money from their fathers, what happens when you have a $2 Million dollar car that gets dinged up and have a visit with Bob Haegele the creator of the blog, the Frugal Fellow - https://www.thefrugalfellow.com/. Finally, Dan and Drew give an update on the app and how the development is going and the development initiatives and user stats.
$2 Million car gets in a fender bender, the Frugal Fellow and thoughts on Father's Day
July 02, 2019 03:26Dan and Drew discuss lessons they learned about money from their fathers, what happens when you have a $2 Million dollar car that gets dinged up and have a visit with Bob Haegele the creator of the blog, the Frugal Fellow - https://www.thefrugalfellow.com/. Finally, Dan and Drew give an update on the app and how the development is going and the development initiatives and user stats.
Budgeting Redefined
July 02, 2019 03:05This episode introduces Drew and Dan, the co-founders of Weekly. Dan and Drew discuss what is broken about budgeting currently and why budgeting on a weekly basis might be the best way to create behavior change.