Episode 30: Finding an Advisor

On this navel-gazing episode, hosts Matt Goren and Michael Thomas look back on over three years of Nothing Funny About Money, including some of the best content and behind-the-scenes bloopers. Also featuring Chris Shupe, Kathleen Burns Kingsbury, a frugal elf, and some seagulls.

Tis the season of giving! On this episode of Nothing Funny About Money, hosts Matt Goren and Michael Thomas discuss who gives, how much, which charities get those donations, how they spend them, and why this whole charity thing is such a big deal for everyone - the getters, the givers, and the non-profit workers in between. They're joined by Chris Shupe, Jeanne Davis, Stephanie Cockfield, Sarah McKinney, Stephen Kuzniak, Jimmy Sanders, and Cathy Bradberry.

While thousands of financial advisors help millions of Americans lead happier, wealthier lives, some of them are... not so great. Learn how to sort the good from the bad on this episode of Nothing Funny About Money, hosted by Matt Goren and Michael Thomas with guests Chris Shupe, Meg Bartelt, Eric Roberge, and the Georgia Sirens.

When the stock market drops, it sometimes feels like you're just burning money. On this episode of Nothing Funny About Money, hosts Matt Goren, Michael Thomas, and Danny Kofke discuss why the market crashes, how it affects both new and old investors, and what we can do about it. They're joined by Alden Shmerling, Joe Ezernack, Hysam Halabi, and Jim Cramer's soundboard.

Little puppies and kitties cost us big. Before you opt for a pet rock, learn about all the costs of pet ownership: from food to vet bills and home renovations. On this episode of Nothing Funny About Money, host Matt Goren is joined by WUGA's Chris Shupe and Cathy Bradberry, financial expert Timi Jorgensen, professor Jenny Goode, and an exotic beetle.

Housing is Americans' single biggest expense. On this episode of Nothing Funny About Money, we're got tips for cutting those costs! Like, roommates. Or, housing the animals of the local farming co-op. Plus, hosts Matt Goren and Michael Thomas discuss why housing is so expensive, whether you should rent or buy, and how to decide on a new home. They're joined by financial advisors Ryan and Faith Rasmussen as well as Athens #1 real estate agent Cord Sibilsky.

Of all the ways to blow $5,000, a vacation with your new spouse is probably the most romantic. On this month's episode, Kathleen Burns Kingsbury, Chris Shupe and Matt J. Goren discuss the finances of honeymoons with special guest Megan Ford from the ASPIRE Clinic.

It's wedding season... can you smell the romance in the air? Smells like being upcharged 10% on centerpieces. On this month's episode of Nothing Funny About Money, Kathleen Burns Kingsbury and Matt Goren discuss how expensive weddings are, why, and what you can do about it. Also featured is recently-wedded financial planner Eric Roberge and a very snooty wedding planner.

Is your job crushing your spirit and turning you into a soulless zombie? Great! On this episode of Nothing Funny About Money, learn how to get out and find a better job with hosts Matt Goren, Danny Kofke, Chris Shupe, and Jeanne Davis.

Every year, millions of Americans graduate college... only to be thrown to the wolves. In this episode of Nothing Funny About Money, Matt Goren, Danny Kofke, and Jeanne Davis talk about how to graduate on time and what to do when you're out.