MoneyWatch with Jill Schlesinger
MoneyWatch with Jill Schlesinger is a no-nonsense personal finance podcast hosted by CBS News Business Analyst and Certified Financial Planner Jill Schlesinger, along with co-host Mark Talercio. The show breaks down money matters in an accessible way, covering topics like debt management, retirement planning, and building financial confidence. New episodes are released every Saturday and Sunday.
Episodes
Can You Afford a Home Renovation?
Is a $400k tuition bill really worth it for four years of partying? In today’s episode, Jill and Mark break down how to get the most value out of your college degree, and when it might not be worth the price at all.Plus, caller Michael wants to know whether he can realistically afford the home renovation he’s been eyeing.Have a money question? Email us
Does My Wife Need to Go Back to Work?
Is the American Dream getting more expensive? Or is Gen Z just more sensitive?Everyone wants to ditch Corporate America for the “content creator” lifestyle these days, but it may not be as easy as it sounds. In today’s episode, Jill and Mark break down the pros and cons of the creator economy, and all the ups and downs that come with it. Plus: What’s all this drama about iced coffee in job in
Can We Afford to Spend More?
Is the American Dream getting more expensive? Or is Gen Z just more sensitive?In today’s episode, Jill and Mark break down the data to settle the generational debate once and for all: Which generation is actually better off financially? Place your bets!Plus, a TikTok takedown featuring some financial advice from a reality TV star. You don’t see that every day.Have a money question? Email us
Preparing to Make a Job Change
In today’s episode, “CBS Mornings" co-host and former NFL player Nate Burleson joins Jill and Mark once again, this time to break down how to avoid workplace-based scams and phishing. Plus, do you really need FIVE streams of income?!Have a money question? Email us
What the NFL Taught Nate Burleson About Money
Today, Jill and Mark are breaking format to sit down with "CBS Mornings" co-host and former NFL player, Nate Burleson. Nate talks about his journey from the football field to television, and the financial decisions that shaped his second act. Have a money question? Email us
Accumulating $370k on a $95k Salary
Why are Jill and Mark doing a deep-dive on Margaritaville? Well, three years have passed since Jimmy Buffett died, and his family is still fighting over a $275 million estate. In today’s episode, Jill and Mark explain why estate planning is essential, and why you don’t need to be rich to need a trust. Plus, how did caller Sam accumulate 370k by age 30 on a 95k salary!?Have a money question? E
Would You Eat a $4 Chicken? Mark Says No Way!
How does Costco’s $4.99 rotisserie chicken manage to defy inflation? In today’s episode, Jill and Mark break down the economics of loss leaders, and debate whether they’re willing to serve a cheaper chicken. Plus, caller George has reached his long-term savings goal at age 37. Can he afford a lifestyle change? Have a money question? Email us
How to Navigate the Potential A.I. Slowdown
Artificial intelligence is on everyone’s lips these days, but what does it actually mean for your wallet? Jill and Mark are breaking down what you need to know about AI and your portfolio, including how to protect yourself from potential market turmoil.Plus, Jill and Mark help caller Cody prepare for a major career shift.Have a money question? Email us
Is an Advanced Degree Worth the Cost?
Do you really need an MBA? Well, it depends. In today’s episode, Jill and Mark break down when an advanced degree is actually worth the price tag, and when it might not be.Plus, they help caller Cory navigate a big retirement decision: Should he take the pension and give up some flexibility?Have a money question? Email us
Am I Missing Out on Wealth as a Renter?
It’s an age-old question: Should you keep renting, or bite the bullet and buy your home? Today, Jill and Mark try to help caller Alan answer that very question, and the answer may be more complicated than you think! Plus, is anybody hitting the town anymore? As the price of a cocktail rivals the price of your lunch, Jill makes the case for staying in.Have a money question? Email us
Why a Market Crash Isn’t a Bad Thing
You heard that right: Jill is rooting for a market crash. In today’s episode, Certified Financial Planner Kayla Sabbagh joins Jill and Mark to explain why Jill might be onto something, and how, in some cases, a market crash can be good for your wallet.Plus, Jill and the gang help caller Jessica make a financial plan for her move across the country.Have a money question? Email us
Should We Sell Our Home to Save Our Business?
Caller Brittany's family business has left her and her husband financially underwater. Jill, Mark, and special guest host Kayla Sabbagh help her decide if selling their house is the fresh start she needs, or just a temporary fix.Plus, out-of-office emails: what yours really says about you, and when the details cross the line from professional into TMI. Have a money question? Email us
Can We Afford the Cost of Private School?
Should Botox be a line item on your budget? Special guest host and Certified Financial Planner, Kayla Sabbagh, joins Jill and Mark to discuss the rise in cosmetic procedures among young people, and how to manage your face and your finances. Plus, can you guess the price of private school in Indiana? Jill, Mark, and Kayla counsel caller Rachel on whether or not she can afford to pay to send he
Does Everyone Have a Side Hustle These Days?
Should you dump the corporate grind for the freedom of a side hustle, or is that itch better left unscratched? In today's episode, Jill, Mark, and special guest host Kayla Sabbagh dig into the rise of the gig economy, and maybe even make the case for corporate America. Plus, they chat with Ben, founder of Ready Golf Club, to talk about how he's built a business on the side without blowing up
Your Career Questions Answered
It’s a career advice episode!Jill and Mark tackle the big questions: Should you follow a great mentor or stay for a bigger paycheck? When does switching fields make sense? And is owning your own business really better than being an employee?Plus: Jill weighs in on appropriate office attire (spoiler: no shorts for men) and Mark wonders whether his wife is spending too much money on accessories.Have
Is the Wealth Gap Shrinking?
Is the wealth gap really closing in America? Jill and Mark dig into new data suggesting the divide between higher and lower-income Americans may be narrowing.Then, they respond to commenters who took issue with their takedown of Jeremy Grantham’s warning to ditch U.S. stocks and revisit Jill’s experience predicting the dot-com bubble before it burst.Plus: TikTok’s viral “recession indicators” &nbs
Should You Loan Money to Friends?
Jill and Mark reflect on their teenage summer jobs as teen employment hits its lowest level since the summer of 1948. What will become of American adolescence without those formative experiences scooping ice cream and lifeguarding? Then, Katelyn asks how her college-bound oldest son can begin investing. Plus: Jill and Mark explore the delicate dynamics of loaning money to friends and how a fi
Trump Accounts vs. 529s: What Parents Need to Know
Jill and Mark discuss the rise of “helicopter parenting” in the workplace, why mom and dad need to back off. Then, they help Marie, a caller with a newborn and a toddler, figure out how to start saving for college. They dig into whether Trump Accounts or 529s make more sense, and how to keep things fair between her children. Plus: Are young people really spending too much money on
The Money Conversations Every Couple Needs to Have
Belle Burden’s bestselling memoir, Strangers, was framed as a cautionary tale about women left financially vulnerable after divorce, but it omitted a crucial detail: her substantial family wealth.Jill and Mark explore why full financial transparency matters, what couples should understand before signing a prenup, and how to approach essential money conversations before marriage. Plus: they he
Her Mom Got a Devastating Diagnosis. Now What?
Jill and Mark discuss the spectacular collapse of the Situational Awareness hedge fund and what it reveals about today's AI-fueled investing boom.They help a caller fighting back tears figure out how to balance three competing priorities: saving for retirement, paying for her children's college, and preparing to care for her mother following the diagnosis of a degenerative illness.Plus: a reaction
The Dangerous Mindset Holding Gen Z Back
A growing number of young Americans no longer believe that ambition and hard work lead to success. Jill Schlesinger, Mark Talercio, and special guest host Kayla Sabbagh of Greenspring Advisors explain why that mindset can become a self-fulfilling prophecy and why believing you have agency over your future is essential to both your financial success and your mental health.Plus: they respond to
Reality Check: You CAN Afford to Start a Family
Most Gen Z and millennials say the cost of raising a child feels financially out of reach and many don't believe they can start a family within the next five years.Jill offers a reality check: if you want kids, don't let fear stop you. Joined by special guest host Kayla Sabbagh of Greenspring Advisors, Jill and Mark explain why raising kids in this economy is more achievable than you think.Plus: 2
The Most Ridiculous Finance Influencer Advice Yet?
A 29-year-old who's been out of work for four years says he no longer believes in the American dream, or the stock market. Jill and Mark offer a reality check, a pep talk, and practical advice for getting back on track.Plus: Jill and Mark dismantle the advice of "small business acquisition specialist" BenKellyOne, who instructs his followers to borrow money to buy an accounting firm without a CPA
Why Smart People Fall for Scams
Jill and Mark discuss a $50 million Ponzi scheme that ensnared dozens of investors with promises of big, risk-free returns. Then, they break down the emotional manipulation tactics scammers use to gain your trust and how to protect yourself as AI makes fraud more sophisticated and hard to spot than ever.Plus: A burned-out caller is desperate for a career reset and wonders how long she can afford t
Is the S&P 500 Worth It as an Investment?
Dating has become another casualty of inflation. A new study finds Millennials spend an average of $252 per date and Gen Z spends $205. Meanwhile, half of singles say they’re going on fewer dates or choosing cheaper activities. Plus: A 30-year-old single woman is daunted by the exorbitant cost of freezing her eggs, and TikTok investor Raoul Pal dismisses the S&P 500’s 11% average annual r
HALF of Young Adults Still Live at Home
Half of American adults under 30 are now living with their parents. Is this the new normal, or just a temporary consequence of today’s housing market? Regardless, Jill advises young adults living at home to at least offer to chip in financially.Plus: Mark explains why obsessing over minimizing taxes can lead to costly investing mistakes, and Jill shares her thoughts on how friends with d
They Left NYC for a $13,000 House in Italy
Cassandra and her husband made headlines after leaving New York City to buy a home in rural Italy for just $13,000. She breaks down what motivated the move, how she’s adjusted to life in a tiny mountain town, embraced a lower-cost lifestyle, and whether trading the conventional American dream for a simpler life abroad was worth it.Plus: Jill and Mark explain what SpaceX’s inclusion in Nasdaq index
How to Get the Shopping High Without Spending a Dollar
“Dopamine sites” are on the rise in South Korea, allowing people to simulate the thrill of online shopping or food delivery without spending any actual money. Could this be the fix for compulsive spenders? Plus: Jill helps caller Danielle navigate a financial crossroads: after taking a pay cut to make work and life more manageable, she’s now facing higher-than-expected college costs for her c
Starter Homes Are a Million Bucks Now
Starter homes now cost a million dollars in many parts of the country, leaving younger generations wondering whether homeownership is still a realistic goal. Jill asks whether buying a house should remain a cornerstone of the American dream, or if the idea itself has become outdated. Plus, caller questions: Dorian is feeling the financial strain of wedding season as travel costs, gifts, and p
Don’t Buy a House Together Until You Hear This
Caller Aaron has a family mess on his hands: his cousin bought a house with a girlfriend, they broke up, and now his cousin's credit is still tied to the property while the ex continues living there and refuses to refinance. Jill explains exactly what to do before buying a major asset with someone you're not married to.Plus: Jill breaks down the new student loan landscape effective July 1, 2026, h
Boomer Parents: It’s Time to Cough It Up
Bad news for the people hoping their parents die soon. Americans have been anxiously awaiting the so-called "great wealth transfer," where trillions of dollars are expected to pass down from Baby Boomers to their kids.Plus, caller questions: Toby asks whether sterling silver jewelry is actually a worthwhile investment, and Dave wants to know whether taking a pay cut to improve his qualit
TEASER: Can You Afford World Cup Tickets?
The most expensive World Cup in history is in America this summer. Can you afford the ticket? Money Moves with Jill Schlesinger premieres June 30. Have a money question? Email us here
Introducing: Money Moves with Jill Schlesinger
Starting June 30th, CBS News Business Analyst and Certified Financial Planner Jill Schlesinger brings you the money show that answers your questions, makes sense of the headlines, calls out the BS all over your feed, and helps you make smarter financial decisions without losing your mind. New episodes available every Tuesday and Thursday. Watch on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts.
Building Long-Term Wealth With Ben Carlson
Today we're sharing a recent chat with Ben Carlson, author and Director of Institutional Asset Management at Ritholtz Wealth Management.Ben joined us to discuss his recently released book Risk and Reward: How to handle market volatility and build long-term wealth, a modern guide designed to give you a better grasp of the biggest risks in investing and teach you how to protect yourself against
Can We Afford to Buy a New House?
We are constantly looking at new homes but immediately quit when we calculate the new mortgage payment which is usually 3x our current payment. Can we pull the trigger and upgrade our house?Have a money question? Email us
Is the S&P 500 a Good Investment?
Here's a recent mailbag segment as we help answer some burning finance questions, from investments to home loans.Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVE
Making the Most of an Inheritance
With an inheritance now part of the equation, I'm wondering if early retirement is a possibility?Have a money question? Email us here
New Job With Limited Retirement Options Part Two
I recently started a new job and the retirement plan options are quite limited. What's the best path forward?Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVE
New Job With Limited Retirement Options Part One
I recently started a new job and the retirement plan options are quite limited. What's the best path forward?Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVE
MoneyWatch Turns Into Money Moves
A programming announcement regarding the rebranding of MoneyWatch into the Money Moves program.Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVE
Make Your Bed Part Two
In honor of the Memorial Day holiday, we're once again re-airing an interview we did back in 2017 with retired Admiral William “Bill” McRaven. If Bill’s name sounds familiar, it’s because he presided over the 2011 Navy SEAL raid that resulted in the killing of Osama bin Laden in Pakistan.A few years later in 2014, the four-star admiral and 37-year Navy SEAL veteran delivered the commencement spe
Make Your Bed Part One
In honor of the Memorial Day holiday, we're once again re-airing an interview we did back in 2017 with retired Admiral William “Bill” McRaven. If Bill’s name sounds familiar, it’s because he presided over the 2011 Navy SEAL raid that resulted in the killing of Osama bin Laden in Pakistan.A few years later in 2014, the four-star admiral and 37-year Navy SEAL veteran delivered the commencement spee
Navigating the Gas Price Surge
The average price of gas is now up to $4.55 per gallon, an increase of more than 50% since the war with Iran began. Today we're discussing how the spike is impacting consumer spending.Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to
Keep or Surrender Old Insurance Policy?
My mom set me up with some whole life insurance policies when I was 21. Now that I'm in my 30s, should I be ditching them?Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVE
Tips for Caregivers
I joined CBS Saturday Morning with some tips on managing your finances when you're caring for aging family members.Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVE
Mapping My Financial Future
I am 28 years old and I want to get more serious about my money. Am I taking the proper steps?Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVE
Protecting Older Adults from Fraud
Today we're discussing how families can protect their loved ones from scams and fraud.Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVES
New Retirement Plan Options
I’m starting a new job and I'm trying to make a smart decision about my new retirement plan options.Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVE
Tips for Buying Life Insurance
Today we're discussing various ways to make the most of your life insurance.Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVESubscribe to
Nearing 40, Is Our Strategy Sound?
Given that we had a bad experience with financial planners in the past, do you think we can manage our finances on our own?Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVE
Which Home Improvement Projects Are Worth It?
Today we're discussing the state of the housing market as well as offering some tips for deciding which home renovations to invest in.Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVE
I Would Like to Retire by 45
I'm about to turn 35 and my sights are set on retirement in just a decade. Is this a possibility or a pipe dream?Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVE
Is It Time to Focus On Other Goals?
With a lot of money already saved in our retirement accounts, is it time to focus on some other goals?Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVESubsc
Chasing Financial Independence
Have I achieved the necessary level of financial independence to pursue something different?Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVESubscribe to
Retirement Plan Bootcamp
Which retirement plans should you be considering? Today we're discussing the various options.Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVESubscribe
A.I. and Your Money
From budgeting to investing and saving, people are turning to artificial intelligence for help. A recent survey shows 66% of Americans have turned to AI to seek financial advice. We discuss best practices on how to incorporate technology into your financial life.Have a money question? Email us here
Spring Cleaning for Your Finances
On this episode we're discussing tips on cleaning up your finances, organizing paperwork, and more.Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVESubscribe to
Funding Two Years of College
Where should we be looking to fund the final two years of college for our daughter?Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVESubscribe to
How to Avoid Tax Scams
I joined CBS Saturday Morning with tips for avoiding scams this tax season.Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVESubscribe to
How to Pay for College
The cost to attend college, including tuition, room and board, and books, continues to rise. To attend a four-year, in-state school, the average cost is more than $27,000 per year. We discuss tips on how to save and pay for college, including guidelines for deciding how much to borrow.Have a money question? Email us here
Pension Buy Back Strategy
In two years I will have the opportunity to buy five years of service credits. How should I prepare financially?Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVESubscribe t
Can I Chill Out?
With a low emergency fund, am I okay to just chill out and know that I can tap my retirement funds when/if ever needed?Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVESubscrib
Investment Strategy Going Forward
With the age of 50 rapidly approaching, I am wondering what else I should be planning to do with my money over the next 10 years?Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVESu
Is 6% the Solution to Housing Affordability?
For the first time since 2022, 30-year mortgage rates dropped below 6%. We discuss what it means for home buyers and those looking to refinance.Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVE
Are We Okay Financially?
We are planning on one more kid but the school tuition is certainly piling up. I think we are okay but would like some reassurance.Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVESubscribe to
Love and Money
Today we're discussing the crucial conversations people should have with their loved ones about finances.Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVESubscribe to
How Much to Spend on a Renovation?
My wife and I have a major backyard renovation in mind but we're not sure how to fund the project.Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVESubscribe to
Building and Maintaining Credit
I joined CBS Saturday Morning to discuss the various ways people can raise and maintain their credit score.Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVESubscribe to
How Much House Can We Afford?
Knowing that we may have to reduce our retirement savings, how much house can we realistically afford?Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVESubscribe to
Best Cars of the Year
This weekend we're bringing you a snippet of an interview we did with Mike Quincy, automotive writer at Consumer Reports. Mike joined us to discuss the recently released Annual Top Picks list from CR.Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Mone
The Way of Excellence With Brad Stulberg
Today we're joined by Brad Stulberg, author of the recently released book, The Way of Excellence: A Guide to True Greatness and Deep Satisfaction in a Chaotic World.Whether you are practicing guitar, pushing your limits at the gym, leading a team, honing a craft, studying medicine, or giving yourself the time and space to finally write that book, the pursuit of excellence is a big part of wha
New Fed Chair: Should You Care?
Breaking down how changes at the Federal Reserve can matter in your life as President Trump pushes for new leadership.Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVESubscribe to
New Year, New Car?
We started the new year by getting into a car accident and now we have a decision to make on how to fund the purchase of a new vehicle.Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVESubscribe to
State of the Housing Market
President Trump signed an executive order aimed at boosting the housing market. The goal is to increase the supply of homes available to buy by preventing big investors from purchasing single family homes for the rental market. Will it have an impact?Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to
Where Should Our Financial Focus Be?
We received a monetary gift for Christmas and I'm wondering if we should use it to pay down credit card debt?Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVESubscribe to Jill on
10% Credit Card Cap
President Trump says he wants to cap credit card interest rates at 10% for a year. Today we're discussing what a cap would mean for you.Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVESubscribe to
Financial Impacts of Moving to London?
I have a job offer to move to London and I'm having a hard time figuring out the financial implications of the move.Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVESubscribe to Jill o
What to Do With Inheritance?
I just inherited $400k and now I am trying to figure out what to do with it. Retirement or college?Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVESubscribe to Jill on Money Newsletter
Big Money Reset in 2028
My family and I have been living overseas for the last 15 years and we are moving onto our next chapter in summer 2028 and want to make sure we are financially prepared?Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVESubscribe
Investment Fees for Newbie
I am new to investing and have started to gain an understanding on the fees that I am being charged. Is it time to self-manage my money?Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVESubscribe to J
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