The Clark Howard Podcast

If you've felt squeezed every time you shop for groceries, there may finally be some good news. Kroger is cutting prices on thousands of items as competition heats up with Walmart, Costco, Aldi and Lidl. Clark explains why grocery stores are fighting harder than ever for your business, why private label products are becoming the best value in the store, and how inflation continues to affect everyday staples like tomatoes. Then, Clark looks at a new way to cut one of your biggest monthly bills. AT&T has launched a new "Build-a-Plan" option starting at just $15 per month. Clark explains who this plan works for, how much data most people actually need, and why so many consumers are paying for unlimited plans they rarely use. If you've been hesitant to leave one of the major wireless carriers but want to spend less every month, this new offering could be exactly the kind of competition that helps put money back in your pocket.

Plus, Christa shares your #AskClark questions and Clark gives his take. All this and more on the June 22, 2026, episode of The Clark Howard Show. Submit your questions: Ask Clark.

Save More On Groceries: Segment 1

Ask Clark: Segment 2

Save More On Your Phone Plan: Segment 3

Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show:

Grocery Prices Are Forcing a Major Change

How to Save Money on Groceries: 22 Clever Ways

Citi Stops Issuing Oft-Recommended Cash Back Credit Card

Best Credit Cards for Groceries in 2026

Cash Back Credit Card Calculator


Understanding Home Equity Agreements

AT&T’s New “Build-A-Plan” Starts at $15/Month With Data

The Best Phone Plan For You – Compare Phone Plans

Best Cell Phone Plans & Deals (2026): Find the Cheapest Option for Your Needs

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Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa  shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks.    Also - I have a homework assignment for you.  From streaming services and device protection plans to fitness apps and smart gadgets, recurring monthly charges can quietly pile up and put pressure on your budget. While one small price increase may not seem like a big deal, multiple hikes across several services can add up fast. Clark shares a simple strategy to help you stay on top of subscription costs without turning it into a part-time job. He also shares a personal story about canceling Netflix and the family backlash that followed, and how a lower-cost plan became the compromise. If subscription fatigue is setting in and you're looking for an easy way to cut expenses, this seasonal money-saving habit could help you keep more of your hard-earned cash.

All this and more on the June 19, 2026, episode of The Clark Howard Show. Submit your questions: Ask Clark.


Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2

Subscription Check-up: Segment 3

Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show:

What Does Clark Think About Living on a Cruise Ship for Retirement?

Is Living on a Cruise Ship Still a Retirement Bargain? - Clark Howard

Clark's Road Trip Hack: Renting a Car vs. Driving Your Own


The Best Car-Buying Services - Clark Howard 

Subscription Fatigue? Do This 4 Times a Year to Save Money


7 Types of Subscriptions You May Want To Cancel Today


How To Manage Your Monthly Subscriptions To Save Money 


Travel Insurance: What You Need To Know Before You Buy

Global Rescue – Medical & Security Evacuation, Field Rescue


Travel insurance you can trust | Travelex Insurance 

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Think you need a high end business or a lottery-ticket stock win to hit a $1 million net worth? Think again. Clark breaks down key insights of first-time millionaires. While old-school wealth looked like owning a successful service business, modern data from Kiplinger and Fidelity proves that regular people working everyday jobs—like teachers and government employees—are achieving financial independence.  Plus, Clark examines a growing real estate trend: the rise of the "accidental landlord." According to Zillow, more home sellers than ever are turning into landlords because their houses aren't selling and they can't afford to cut the price. Drawing from his own 43 years of wild landlord adventures—including non-paying tenants and unexpected damages—Clark explains why you should never take this decision lightly.

Plus, Christa shares your #AskClark questions and Clark gives his take. All this and more on the June 17, 2026, episode of The Clark Howard Show. Submit your questions: Ask Clark.

Everyday Millionaires Segment 1

Ask Clark: Segment 2

Involuntary Landlords: Segment 3

Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show:

How ‘Everyday’ Workers Are Becoming Millionaires

5 Key Insights We Learned From 50 First-Time Millionaires

How Long Would $1 Million Last YOU in Retirement?

Why You Should Keep Old Credit Card Accounts Open - Clark Howard


Follow Clark Howard's #1 Rule To Travel Cheap 

Their Home Wouldn’t Sell, So They Became America’s Latest Accidental Landlords -WSJ

The Hidden Reasons Your House Isn’t Selling (And How to Fix It)


Best Rewards Credit Cards: Top Picks for Cash Back and Travel 


Scam Alert: New 'Party Invite' Message Can Empty Your Bank Account 

To help prevent spam calendar invites on Google calendars:

1. Open Google Calendar and click the gear icon, then Settings

2. In the left menu, click Event settings

3. Change "Add invitations to my calendar" from "From everyone" to either "Only if the sender is known" or "When I respond to the invitation in email". The "Only if the sender is known" option works well for most — limiting auto-added events to contacts and people you've interacted with before, so random spammers can't drop events onto your calendar anymore.

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Most people think building wealth and keeping wealth require the same strategy. They don't. Wes Moss explains why getting wealthy and staying wealthy are two completely different skill sets—and why understanding the difference could have a major impact on your financial future. Wes also explores what may be the most important financial dividend of all: freedom. Financial planning isn't just about accumulating a bigger number. It's about creating autonomy, reducing the fear of running out of money, and building a life where you have more control over your time and choices. You'll learn why multiple income streams can provide both financial security and emotional comfort—and how finding your "money green zone" can help support lasting financial independence.

Plus, Christa shares your #AskWes questions and Wes gives his take. All this and more on the June 16, 2026, Ask an Advisor episode of the Clark Howard podcast.  Submit your questions: WesMoss.com/ask

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BOOKS BY WES MOSS  


Wes Moss, CFP® 


Wes Moss - Clark.com

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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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