cover of episode How Paula Poundstone Dug Out of $1M Debt—With a Sense of Humor

How Paula Poundstone Dug Out of $1M Debt—With a Sense of Humor

2025/3/13
logo of podcast Everyone's Talkin' Money: Personal Finance, Financial Freedom, Mental Health, Healthy Wealth for Women

Everyone's Talkin' Money: Personal Finance, Financial Freedom, Mental Health, Healthy Wealth for Women

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Money is complicated. It’s messy, stressful, and full of questions—Are you spending in a way that supports your goals? Saving enough for retirement? What’s the deal with all those investing acronyms? And how do you actually enjoy life through the financial rollercoaster?

In this vault episode, we revisit my conversation with legendary comedian Paula Poundstone, host of Nobody Listens to Paula Poundstone. Paula knows a thing or two about life’s financial ups and downs—because she once found herself $1 million in debt. Climbing out of that hole took years, resilience, and a whole lot of humor.

Paula shares how she tackled massive debt, the unexpected money lessons she’s learned, and why happiness isn’t found in a perfect bank balance—but in how you live your life. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by money, this episode is your reminder to breathe, laugh, and take back control.

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