Smart Money Happy Hour with Rachel Cruze and George Kamel

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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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  • nstrain78
    This show is going to get me fired!
    I’m afraid my boss is going to hear me laughing too loudly 🤣
  • Kaitlyn Garcia
    Great show
    This is the first show I’ve watched besides The Ramsey Show on the Ramsey Network. Overtime these two have slowly become my favorite to Ramsey personalities and this is becoming my new favorite show. They have great chemistry as hosts, and I love that the topics are lighthearted yet often full of wisdom. it’s so fun hearing Rachel’s stories growing up with Dave, and the episodes with Dave and Sharon were hilarious! I didn’t know much about George before listening other than hearing him occasionally on the Ramsey show but he quickly grew on me as well. I love how relatable he is and also humble! He also has a great sense of humor and makes great jokes. The intro song has slowly become my happy song and gets me dancing every time. I hear it come on as it means I’m listening to a new episode! Great work, Ramsey network. I love how Dave used his name to build more than just a brand for himself but a legacy!
  • Marcisofly
    Stop cutting people off
    George specifically has a really annoying habit of cutting people off mid sentence, sometimes even trying to finish their thought for them. He does this to Rachel often, but even Dave in this most recent episode. Please stop doing this it’s annoying to the listener and probably more annoying to guests/ Rachel. Other than that, love the show and the dynamic between you two!
  • asdgvcrybkutesfghiufv
    Very good
    Fun info! Hilarious! Listen to daily!
  • Max & Missy
    Clean plate club!
    Hey Rachel I was listening to you talk about the clean plate club and how your kids watch you throw away the food that they did not eat and then say they are hungry. Try what I did. They did not have to eat everything on their plate, but they had to eat a portion of everything on the plate or they could not have anything else. When they would not finish what they were suppose to eat, I would wrap it up and put it in the refrigerator. When they would say Later on that they are hungry I would happily offer to heat up their dinner. They never took that option haha. They said it was the most annoying thing.
  • Brightplus app user
    Love this. So much.
    Hilarious! Great listens every week. Thank you for being open! I get so many great ideas and have the best of time listening and laughing along!
  • NameLeNickel
    I LOVE YALL
    It's rly weird bc imma 13 yr old girl and i love them they're hilarious
  • Victoriasdiamond
    LOVE THESE TWO
    Great chemistry great topics .. Rachel is so sweet and George is so funny !!!
  • murray's mon
    Weird sound effects
    What is with the weird and random sound effects lately? I actually used to like this show, but the constant sound effects that have nothing to do with the conversation are so distracting. I don’t know if I can continue listening!
  • ESW1994!
    Didn’t know I needed the Kirkland King in my Life, but I do…
    I recently discovered Smart Money Happy Hour while on maternity leave. I have almost caught up completely over the past few months! I gave it a listen because I love Rachel Cruze, but I had never heard of George Kamel. I still love Rachel, but George has the best sense of humor & makes me laugh out loud constantly! I am glad to have this podcast to brighten my day on Thursdays when I have to return to work. Thanks so much Rachel & George - you are a great duo!
  • Sportsnutashley
    Alex
    I love Alex ‘s laugh. Rachel and George are good pair
  • Far Out Ally Alien
    My new favorite podcast!
    I love this show! I just finished bingeing the whole show last week and it’s really inspired me and my husband to take control of our finances and start budgeting! I love George and Rachel’s dynamic and the fun topics are a great vehicle to show the freedom that they desire for their listeners with the Ramsey method. It makes for a very inspiring show whether or not you are on the baby steps. George is my favorite with his millennial snark, but I also love how kind and fun Rachel is. It’s a perfect podcast to listen to while I work and I’m just sad now that I have to wait a week for more episodes instead of having a lot to listen to at one time. I also love listening to all the different drinks and especially love hearing their reactions. Merry Christmas!!
  • Dawn stats
    Love this show!!!
    Smart money happy hour is such a great podcast! 😀If you love a podcast that is light hearted and funny, yet teaches you something, this is perfect for you! Love how fun Rachel is and how funny George is☺️
  • Ash11know
    Content is fun, but what’s up with the random noises?
    In the last three months, I’ve noticed clicking, swoosh, and bubble sounds periodically throughout the episode. It’s very distracting.
  • JLS-CA
    Love show but
    Love the show the dynamic between Rachel and George Probably first issues not sure what happened to the audio today. Thought it was part of the theme when the show started today but it kept happening. Sounded like talking into one of those kids echo microphones.
  • madeline r s
    ILYSM but RACHEL GO TO THE DENTIST PLS
    I absolutely love this podcast! George and Rachel are perfect cohosts for this show. It is hilarious and also informative. Thursdays are my Friday at work so I love listening on my drive and finding myself literally laughing out loud, keeping me in a good mood! EDITED TO ADD: That job is a dental hygienist and Rachel my sweet friend pls go to the freaking dentist and floss your teeth 😂🤣
  • Morgeywood
    Love this show!
    Love listening every week and makes me laugh every time!! Please please never get rid of the background laughing 🙏💛
  • Ryan in Michigan
    Knowledgeable meets comedy
    Love the show, please never get rid of the background laughing, it’s so great!
  • Hfrthbj
    Great listen!
    I love the podcast. They are very relatable and make it fun. It makes you reflect on yourself and try something new. Like George’s only buying things on sale!
  • richlyblessedgirl47
    Always look forward to this
    Appreciate the transparency and humor from these two. Such a fun podcast.
  • Smizk0918
    Get rid of the producer mic
    Please get rid of the producer mic!! The constant laugh is cringy!!
  • J Ann 74
    My favorite podcast
    This is my favorite podcast out of everything I listen to!
  • jmv1996
    Love the hosts
    Love Rachel and George, but what’s with everyone else in the room having a mic? It sounds like they added a laugh track, which is just awkward on a podcast. Just mic the hosts, please! :)
  • Lizetteer
    💙
    Such a fun podcast. I love George and Rachelle they have such good chemistry. They make everything so simple to understand.
  • cheergurl5102
    Harmless Purchase Episode
    I’ve been to Fayetville once and agree with George I would consider moving there! It’s a cute town that is growing. If Tennessee plays Arkansas your family should go to the game! Or Table Rock Lake is a Great Lake to visit! Then take a day trip to Springfield Missouri to visit Bass Pro Shop wonders of wonder life! Oh and the Branson outlet mall (keep an open mind with the lulu lemon outlet I found a few cute items I wouldn’t buy at normal price but was good deal at the outlet)!
  • Sarahamab
    BEST FINANCIAL PODCAST!
    My absolute favorite podcast (and Ramsey podcast…don’t tell the other personalities lol) pleeeeeease publish the cocktails/mocktails book asap!!!
  • shelbyhehe
    So good!
    I listen on the Ramsey app but wanted to review on a major platform. This pod is so dang good! Rachel and George have me actually laughing every episode! Such a great duo. I love how they talk about the new, the old, and bring it back to money to make it relevant. I’m going back in the catalog on the Ramsey app and binging every day. Highly recommend!
  • ac1204
    Surprising money and pop culture episodes
    Usually I look forward to this podcast every week but this episode was a flop. Sorry Rachel and George. The guessing game was awful and you guys both lost energy. Couldn’t finish it.
  • Mike_09
    Love The Whole Ramsey Network
    I love listening to Rachel and George every week. They are so humble and truly give the best advice!
  • Drewbfit
    Love this show!
    My wife and I recently just started a budget and are buckling down on not needed spending. I just happened to find this podcast during that time about two weeks ago. I have been non stop binge listening! Rachel and George not only offer great advice, they are extremely relatable and funny! This is probably my favorite podcast. Never a dull moment.
  • Emmychambers22
    One of THE BEST podcasts!
    I absolutely love this podcast! I look forward to it every Thursday! Rachel and George are the best, and keep me laughing! Great people, great topics. Love the podcast and couldn’t recommend it more!
  • SuzySnooozy143
    Boring
    I’ve been a big fan of The Dave Ramsey Show, so I really wanted to love this show too, but honestly, it’s been boring. The topics don’t seem as engaging, and I have to say, the producer or the lady who chimes in is way too loud—it’s really distracting. I do enjoy listening to Rachel and Ken, but they definitely need to cover better topics to keep it interesting. Two stars 1 for Rachel and 1 for Ken.
  • Lawrence KS
    SO LOVE THIS PODCAST!!
    Todays show was SO how I grew up in KS, middle class….I just get a laugh every week with this podcast. You talk about all kinds of things and it’s just such a fun, uplifting show that also teaches people about SMART MONEY! I laugh out loud in my car pretty much every episode….just love you guys!! Btw-I’ve been a Dave Ramsey fan for over 15 yrs and still listen to the Ramsey show as well. Keep them coming!! Love all you do for our world by spreading common sense (which isn’t very common anymore) and just great Godly advice.
  • Carly True
    My Favorite Podcast
    I look extra forward to my morning walk every Thursday for the new episodes! Makes me laugh every time. Such a great dynamic between George and Rachel!
  • Music2MyEarzz
    Terrible
    Couldn’t get through more than a few minutes of this garbage.
  • Darrell OKC
    Got forced into listening as part of “you might like” forced suggestions by Apple
    I don’t like it and don’t like having now pods suggested
  • Teddydyche
    Cocktail book yes
    U talk about planning your menus - your avocados should be ripe then by time u need them - usually 3 days / leave them in the counter where u can see them
  • MQT1976
    Silly
    This is the dumbest podcast I have ever heard.
  • Leokitty
    Makes learning about money fun!
    I love this show! It’s my favorite for listening to while I’m making dinner. Rachel and George have great podcast chemistry, you can tell they’ve been friends for years and I like how they make good hearted fun of each other! They bring humor to the somewhat serious topic of finances, carrying the Dave Ramsey message in an approachable way. I also appreciate that they often have mocktails as their drink of the week as this makes the show inclusive for non drinkers. Thank you Rachel and George!
  • Anislo87
    Love this podcast!!
    I love this podcast! I love the topics covered and the dynamic between Rachel and George. I laugh a lot and learn tons of awesome information. Highly recommend this podcast.
  • ThePete22
    AWESOME
    "The Smart Money Happy Hour" is a highly recommended and entertaining show that I can't get enough of. Rachel and George are an incredible duo who never fail to impress. George is like that cool friend I've always longed for, while Rachel brings a fun and preppy vibe that I've never experienced before. They truly knock it out of the park with their dynamic energy and insightful discussions.
  • c_warren
    Two Money Experts?
    George, the real money expert, rescues the fake money expert, regarding property taxes and services. Rachel is just a Baby Steps parrot.
  • -/()\--/()\-
    Suggestions
    Do a podcast about legos and stuff like that and how they can affect your budget.
  • Bri Gardner
    Love the Show!❤️
    I love this show! Rachel and George have really good chemistry. The show makes me laugh and it’s educational. Thanks for sharing your wisdom and sense of humor!
  • krrn2002
    So Aweime!!
    I absolutely love the show! You do realize Martina McBride’s Independence Day isn't about the 4th of July, right?
  • #annelise
    Absolutely Refreshing
    I have to admit I am very thankful you guys did one on TV shows because it is refreshing to know how unrealistic financially their lives were. Definitely a binge worthy podcast. Also, as a broadway fanatic, Rachel please watch Hamilton. One of the best shows of our generation.
  • Ceepsalm91
    Hilarious
    By far my favorite episode! I could not stop laughing! You two have great topics and personalities, just a great combo of humor and spontaneity with the dash of financial advice.
  • Intrcptr0891
    Fun show! Love the banter.
    Mostly fun, most of the time. Rachel!!! Cinco de Mayo is NOT Mexico’s birthday. Keep it up! 👍🏼
  • SophiePaga
    Creamy lemonade!
    Sounds like a Brazilian lemonade! Delicious!!! I have a feeling you all didn’t make it right. 😂🍋 Also, I love the show!
  • Awesomely Awsome123457
    A fun listen!
    George and Rachel are a great duo, it’s a fun entertaining podcast. The encouragement I need to get back to my budget!
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