Consumerpedia
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A @checkbook.org podcast empowering consumers to save time and make smarter choices.
Available wherever you get your podcasts and at consumerpedia.org.
Available wherever you get your podcasts and at consumerpedia.org.
"99–How Marketers Target & Sometimes Trick Kids"
From AI-driven ads to data-hungry apps, marketers are spending billions targeting minors. We dig into the rules (and who enforces them), what’s being done to protect kids, & how parents can talk about ads.
Listen now 👉 hubs.li/Q03YD5n_0
From AI-driven ads to data-hungry apps, marketers are spending billions targeting minors. We dig into the rules (and who enforces them), what’s being done to protect kids, & how parents can talk about ads.
Listen now 👉 hubs.li/Q03YD5n_0
December 18, 2025 at 5:53 PM
"99–How Marketers Target & Sometimes Trick Kids"
From AI-driven ads to data-hungry apps, marketers are spending billions targeting minors. We dig into the rules (and who enforces them), what’s being done to protect kids, & how parents can talk about ads.
Listen now 👉 hubs.li/Q03YD5n_0
From AI-driven ads to data-hungry apps, marketers are spending billions targeting minors. We dig into the rules (and who enforces them), what’s being done to protect kids, & how parents can talk about ads.
Listen now 👉 hubs.li/Q03YD5n_0
"98 – The Benefits of Shopping Locally"
“Shop Local” means buying from independent businesses instead of big chains. It’s about community and sustainability. In this episode: why it’s hard, tips to spend local, and if avoiding chains costs more. t.co/VLtzy7hx0g
“Shop Local” means buying from independent businesses instead of big chains. It’s about community and sustainability. In this episode: why it’s hard, tips to spend local, and if avoiding chains costs more. t.co/VLtzy7hx0g
December 8, 2025 at 10:51 PM
"98 – The Benefits of Shopping Locally"
“Shop Local” means buying from independent businesses instead of big chains. It’s about community and sustainability. In this episode: why it’s hard, tips to spend local, and if avoiding chains costs more. t.co/VLtzy7hx0g
“Shop Local” means buying from independent businesses instead of big chains. It’s about community and sustainability. In this episode: why it’s hard, tips to spend local, and if avoiding chains costs more. t.co/VLtzy7hx0g
"97 – Checkbook Investigation: Sale Prices Are Usually Fake Discounts"
Researchers at @checkbook.org tracked prices at 25 major retailers for six months and found most markdowns were bogus. In this episode, we reveal the worst offenders and the few offering real deals. t.co/JbHb3k5vNr
Researchers at @checkbook.org tracked prices at 25 major retailers for six months and found most markdowns were bogus. In this episode, we reveal the worst offenders and the few offering real deals. t.co/JbHb3k5vNr
November 20, 2025 at 4:55 PM
"97 – Checkbook Investigation: Sale Prices Are Usually Fake Discounts"
Researchers at @checkbook.org tracked prices at 25 major retailers for six months and found most markdowns were bogus. In this episode, we reveal the worst offenders and the few offering real deals. t.co/JbHb3k5vNr
Researchers at @checkbook.org tracked prices at 25 major retailers for six months and found most markdowns were bogus. In this episode, we reveal the worst offenders and the few offering real deals. t.co/JbHb3k5vNr
“96 – Checkbook's Holiday Shopping Tips 2025”
Prices are up, inventories are tight, and fake sales are everywhere. Our annual holiday helper is packed with advice and money-saving ideas. Listen now: t.co/mfuLsfckFw
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Prices are up, inventories are tight, and fake sales are everywhere. Our annual holiday helper is packed with advice and money-saving ideas. Listen now: t.co/mfuLsfckFw
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November 6, 2025 at 6:24 PM
“96 – Checkbook's Holiday Shopping Tips 2025”
Prices are up, inventories are tight, and fake sales are everywhere. Our annual holiday helper is packed with advice and money-saving ideas. Listen now: t.co/mfuLsfckFw
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Prices are up, inventories are tight, and fake sales are everywhere. Our annual holiday helper is packed with advice and money-saving ideas. Listen now: t.co/mfuLsfckFw
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"95 – Cryptocurrency: Coins, Cons, & Chaos"
Crypto’s booming—but is it safe? Experts @amandalfischer.bsky.social (@bettermarkets.bsky.social) & @csfrayer.bsky.social (@consumerfed.bsky.social) break down the risks, coins, and what consumers should know before diving in. 🔗 t.co/VQhfgUNXVS
Crypto’s booming—but is it safe? Experts @amandalfischer.bsky.social (@bettermarkets.bsky.social) & @csfrayer.bsky.social (@consumerfed.bsky.social) break down the risks, coins, and what consumers should know before diving in. 🔗 t.co/VQhfgUNXVS
October 23, 2025 at 5:32 PM
"95 – Cryptocurrency: Coins, Cons, & Chaos"
Crypto’s booming—but is it safe? Experts @amandalfischer.bsky.social (@bettermarkets.bsky.social) & @csfrayer.bsky.social (@consumerfed.bsky.social) break down the risks, coins, and what consumers should know before diving in. 🔗 t.co/VQhfgUNXVS
Crypto’s booming—but is it safe? Experts @amandalfischer.bsky.social (@bettermarkets.bsky.social) & @csfrayer.bsky.social (@consumerfed.bsky.social) break down the risks, coins, and what consumers should know before diving in. 🔗 t.co/VQhfgUNXVS
"93 – The Home Insurance Crisis"
The cost of homeowners insurance continues to skyrocket. Consumer advocates break down what’s driving the crisis, what needs fixing, and how to avoid getting burned when shopping for coverage. Available wherever you get your podcasts.
Listen now: hubs.li/Q03KYVVk0
The cost of homeowners insurance continues to skyrocket. Consumer advocates break down what’s driving the crisis, what needs fixing, and how to avoid getting burned when shopping for coverage. Available wherever you get your podcasts.
Listen now: hubs.li/Q03KYVVk0
September 25, 2025 at 1:20 PM
"93 – The Home Insurance Crisis"
The cost of homeowners insurance continues to skyrocket. Consumer advocates break down what’s driving the crisis, what needs fixing, and how to avoid getting burned when shopping for coverage. Available wherever you get your podcasts.
Listen now: hubs.li/Q03KYVVk0
The cost of homeowners insurance continues to skyrocket. Consumer advocates break down what’s driving the crisis, what needs fixing, and how to avoid getting burned when shopping for coverage. Available wherever you get your podcasts.
Listen now: hubs.li/Q03KYVVk0
“92 – Thrift Store Shopping Advice”
Want to save money, shop sustainably, and find one-of-a-kind treasures? In our latest episode, we talk with thrifting expert @vchamlee.bsky.social and @checkbook.org's Jenn Barger about how to shop secondhand like a pro.
🔗: hubs.li/Q03JWSl-0
Want to save money, shop sustainably, and find one-of-a-kind treasures? In our latest episode, we talk with thrifting expert @vchamlee.bsky.social and @checkbook.org's Jenn Barger about how to shop secondhand like a pro.
🔗: hubs.li/Q03JWSl-0
September 18, 2025 at 1:26 PM
“92 – Thrift Store Shopping Advice”
Want to save money, shop sustainably, and find one-of-a-kind treasures? In our latest episode, we talk with thrifting expert @vchamlee.bsky.social and @checkbook.org's Jenn Barger about how to shop secondhand like a pro.
🔗: hubs.li/Q03JWSl-0
Want to save money, shop sustainably, and find one-of-a-kind treasures? In our latest episode, we talk with thrifting expert @vchamlee.bsky.social and @checkbook.org's Jenn Barger about how to shop secondhand like a pro.
🔗: hubs.li/Q03JWSl-0
"91–Checkbook’s Life Hacks"
🧠 We’re all about saving you time & money. In this episode,
@checkbook.org staff spill their fav life hacks to help you shop smarter, spend less, & stay one step ahead. Listen in, you might just pick up a new go-to trick.
🔗: hubs.li/Q03yKgCs0
#lifehacks #consumerpedia
🧠 We’re all about saving you time & money. In this episode,
@checkbook.org staff spill their fav life hacks to help you shop smarter, spend less, & stay one step ahead. Listen in, you might just pick up a new go-to trick.
🔗: hubs.li/Q03yKgCs0
#lifehacks #consumerpedia
July 24, 2025 at 1:21 PM
"91–Checkbook’s Life Hacks"
🧠 We’re all about saving you time & money. In this episode,
@checkbook.org staff spill their fav life hacks to help you shop smarter, spend less, & stay one step ahead. Listen in, you might just pick up a new go-to trick.
🔗: hubs.li/Q03yKgCs0
#lifehacks #consumerpedia
🧠 We’re all about saving you time & money. In this episode,
@checkbook.org staff spill their fav life hacks to help you shop smarter, spend less, & stay one step ahead. Listen in, you might just pick up a new go-to trick.
🔗: hubs.li/Q03yKgCs0
#lifehacks #consumerpedia