The Money with Katie Show Curtain Call: All Stars Return to Talk Financial Independence, Fear, and Growth
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Dec 31, 2025 
Join financial independence advocate Brad Barrett, economist Catherine Edwards, personal finance guru Ramit Sethi, cultural commentator Megan Day, and political economist Grace Blakely as they reflect on pivotal changes in their financial journeys. Brad shares insights on the benefits of renting over homeownership. Catherine discusses the complexities of economic health and long-term policy failures. Ramit emphasizes the importance of honest money discussions in relationships. Grace warns about the fragility of the economy amid AI investments and private credit, highlighting systemic risks.
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The Economy Is Slowing In Pieces
- Catherine Edwards diagnoses the economy as quietly slowing with mixed signals across indicators.
- She warns a weak economy can tip into recession even if monthly data look inconsistent.
Fix The Century, Not This Year
- Edwards says today's hardship stems from decades of policy failures, not just short-term recession dynamics.
- She emphasizes structural gaps like childcare, paid leave, and healthcare drive persistent struggles.
Shift Your Money Mindset
- Ramit Sethi recommends changing your money mindset qualitatively, not just tracking more categories.
- He says adopt new habits, attitudes, and infrastructures to become "champions" with money.
