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Reacting to the Most Unhinged GoFundMe Campaigns

2025/6/26
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Rachel and George discuss the phenomenon of GoFundMe campaigns, starting with a discussion about the ethics of using GoFundMe for personal expenses, such as yoga teacher training. They share their opinions on various GoFundMe campaigns, discussing the pros and cons of using the platform for different purposes.
  • People are using GoFundMe for various life events, including weddings, honeymoons, and vacations.
  • There are legitimate uses for GoFundMe, such as medical expenses or natural disasters.
  • Some people are using GoFundMe dishonestly, such as faking illnesses to receive donations.
  • It's important to be cautious when donating to GoFundMe campaigns to avoid scams.

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Is starting an online fundraiser for yourself so you can go to Yoga Teacher Training really cringy or kind of genius? In this episode, Rachel and George react to the wildest GoFundMe campaigns out there. Plus, find out why giving is actually the most fun you’ll have with money.

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