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cover of episode $175,000+ Salary Earners Call Themselves “Poor”!

$175,000+ Salary Earners Call Themselves “Poor”!

2023/10/19
logo of podcast Smart Money Happy Hour with Rachel Cruze and George Kamel

Smart Money Happy Hour with Rachel Cruze and George Kamel

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The upper class is playing the victim—and we’re not buying it. Listen as Rachel and George channel their inner Kourtney Kardashian and give six-figure earners the sisterly wake-up call they need. Plus, how much margin does the average American have in their budget compared to someone with a $175,000 salary?

 

In This Episode:

·      The meaning of “poor” and why the wealthy feel this way

·      George’s history with nonslip pet ramps and Rachel’s iconic Kristen Wiig impression

·      The ultimate budget showdown: $59,000 vs. $175,000 (who runs out first?)

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This Week’s Happy Hour Special: Citrus Smash

Recipe from A Pinch of Adventure)

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Ingredients:

·      1 tbsp lemon curd

·      1 tbsp simple syrup

·      Club soda or seltzer

·      Fresh mint leaves

·      Sliced lemon

·      Ice

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**Instructions: **Put about six mint leaves, four slices of deseeded lemon, simple syrup and lemon curd in a highball glass. Muddle together. Add ice and pour over club soda. Garnish with fresh mint and enjoy!