The Clark Howard Podcast

A shift is happening in the skies right now, as airlines quietly slash schedules and strip away basic comforts taken for granted for decades. If you don't double check your bookings, you could be walking blindly into a canceled itinerary—or a "bare-bones" cabin with zero food or water. Meanwhile, a strange new industry experiment means the ticket you bought for a connecting flight may turn out to be for an unforeseen road trip instead. Clark explains. Shifting to the housing market, if you’re looking to purchase your first home, Clark has a strict warning: Wait. It is a historically bad time to buy your first house in most of America, and doing so right now is essentially stepping into a financial trap.

Plus, Christa shares your #AskClark questions and Clark gives his take. All this and more on the June 15, 2026, episode of The Clark Howard Show.  Submit your questions: Ask Clark.

Air Travel: Segment 1

Ask Clark: Segment 2

1st Time Home Buyers: Segment 3

Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show:


Zero Service: Delta Air Lines To Remove Main Cabin Drinks & Snacks On 450 Flights

Delta's Popular Short-Haul Perk is Going Away — Here's Why

[The Washington Post] Airlines surprise passengers with ‘flights’ that are buses


It's a historically bad time to buy your first home 

20 major housing markets with enough inventory to create homebuyer deals later this year


Surprise medical bills and the No Surprises Act

6 Things To Know Before Contacting the National Foundation for Credit Counseling

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Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa  shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks.    Also, we all love the thrill of scoring a great deal, but a dangerous retail trap called "spaving"—spending money to "save" money—might be quietly sabotaging your budget. Retailers like Amazon have mastered the art of the impulse buy, using tricks like "buy two, get an extra discount" or free shipping minimums to trigger a dopamine rush that makes us chase the deal instead of the actual value. Even Clark is guilty of it! Know how to recognize when you're being manipulated at checkout, and the simple rules you can use to protect your hard-earned cash from the spaving trap.  All this and more on the June 12, 2026, episode of The Clark Howard Show.


Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2

Defeat This Spending Trap: Segment 3

Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show:


How To Get a Free Credit Report - Clark Howard 


How To Monitor Your Credit - Clark Howard 


National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys Home NAELA

Best Free Streaming Services in 2026: Movies and TV for Cord Cutters


Streaming TV - Clark.com

Are You ‘Spaving’? Why Trying to Save Could Be Costing You More


Target Date Funds: Clark Howard's Favorite Retirement Investment

10 Secrets All Shoppers Need To Know About Costco - Clark Howard


Warehouse Clubs Archives - Clark Howard 

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Clark’s teaching mission has always focused on getting you to save every dollar you can for retirement, especially when you can “set it and forget it” through automatic contributions. It’s the best way to achieve financial freedom. Smart new initiatives are helping Americans save more:  Automatic Retirement Savings Programs.   Meanwhile, if you feel like your paycheck isn't going as far as it used to, you’re right. Comparing what everyday items cost 30 years ago versus today, the math explains why so many hardworking Americans feel completely squeezed. Critical pillars of the American dream have skyrocketed. Check out the link below to calculate your own inflation reality and see how to make your dollars work harder for you. Inflation Calculator - Clark.com

Plus, Christa shares your #AskClark questions and Clark gives his take. All this and more on the June 10, 2026, episode of The Clark Howard Show. Submit your questions: Ask Clark 

Automatic Retirement Savings: Segment 1

Ask Clark: Segment 2

Calculating Inflation: Segment 3

Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show:

[The Washington Post] A better way to make saving money easier


What Is a 403(b) and How Does It Work? - Clark Howard

How I Set My Teens Up for Retirement in 5 Minutes

Here's What 26 Everyday Things Cost In The 1990s Vs. 2026

Inflation Calculator - Clark.com


Dacia Cars - Good Thinking - Dacia

Chase - Payment Choices Matter

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Are you on track for a happy retirement? It takes more than just a healthy bank account. In this episode, Wes Moss shares the lifestyle data that separates truly happy retirees from the rest. It all comes down to a "magic number" of core pursuits – the super-activities that keep you moving, socializing, and fulfilled. Then, he dives into the financial side, breaking down the psychological power of dividend investing and how it can bring calm to your retirement portfolio.

Plus, Christa shares your #AskWes questions and Wes gives his take. All this and more on the June 9, 2026, Ask an Advisor episode of the Clark Howard podcast.  Submit your questions: WesMoss.com/ask

We hope you enjoy our weekly Ask An Advisor episodes.  Let us know what you think in the comments!Learn more about Wes: 


BOOKS BY WES MOSS  


Wes Moss, CFP® 

Wes Moss - Clark.com

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Tired of watching your auto and homeowners insurance premiums skyrocket? Good news: There are some simple ways to save money on both. The massive run-ups in auto insurance are finally slowing down, and there are concrete steps you can take right now to lower those bills without just shopping around.  Switching gears, Clark looks at a fascinating and hopeful trend highlighted by The Washington Post regarding how the next generation is fighting screen addiction. With reports showing that 50% of teens spend over four hours a day staring at their phones, a growing number of college students and campus leaders are fighting back. You may be inspired to unplug, step away from the digital noise, and build deeper connections with the people in your life.

Plus, Christa shares your #AskClark questions and Clark gives his take. All this and more on the June 8, 2026, episode of The Clark Howard Show. Submit your questions: Ask Clark 

Lower Insurance Premiums: Segment 1

Ask Clark: Segment 2

Fight Screen Addiction: Segment 3

Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show:

9 Easy Ways To Lower Your Home Insurance Premiums

Your Insurer Owes You a Discount for Taking a Defensive Driving Course in These States


Car Insurance Archives - Clark Howard


Why Clark Says Everyone Should Have a Dash Cam


Homeowners Insurance Archives - Clark Howard


Is a Safe Deposit Box Really Safe? - Clark Howard 

[The Washington Post] How college students are learning to socialize without cellphones


Best Low APR Credit Cards for Carrying a Balance - Clark Howard 


Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card: 6 Things To Know 

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