Michael Finney
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Michael Finney December 8, Hour 3
Big Brother is everywhere, even watching you shop this holiday season. Karin Price Muller of the Newark Star-Ledger sheds light on those watchful eyes. We often hear about why gift cards are a bad idea. Well, Kendal Perez of HassleFreeSavings.com has10 reasons why you actually should give a gift card.When the "Occupy" occupations were occupying the front pages and the airwaves, we heard a lot about the evils of BIG BANKS and the virtues of credit unions. Casey Bond of GoBankingRates.com...
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Michael Finney December 8, Hour 2
Yelp is a favorite resource for many consumers. But Chris Morran of The Consumerist says you should actually ignore the star ratings. He joins Michael to explain why.Want to avoid buyer's remorse? One way is to stay away from these 10 items. Drew Fairweather of TheWorstThingsForSale.com tells us about… you guessed it! The Top 10 worst things you can buy.All too often, after the holidays, your wallet feels really light and your credit card bill looks sooooooooooooo loooooooooong. If you want...
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Michael Finney December 8, Hour 1
Cameron Huddleston of Kiplinger.com shares some online shopping do's and don'ts: 10 online shopping traps that catch even the smartest shoppers.Jacob Tomsky joined Michael to discuss his new book, a behind the scenes look into the hotel industry: "Heads in Beds: A Reckless Memoir of Hotels, Hustles, and So-Called Hospitality." Check him out at http://jacobtomsky.com/books/Still looking for a flight around the holidays? Shocked by how the mile-high prices? Jeff Klee of cheapair.com is here to...
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Michael Finney December 1, Hour 3
- 5 Tax Moves to Make Before December 31st listed by Tracy Oliva of Jackson Hewitt Tax Services - Shopping secrests revealed in the Accenture 2012 Holiday Shopping Survey - Four Calling Birds cost how much? PNC Financial shares the 2012 Christmas Shopping Index
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Michael Finney December 1, Hour 2
- Three college degrees and still in debt? It happens. Business Insider's Mandi Woodruff shares 9 Unbelieveable Student Loan Horror Stories - Trouble in toyland? CalPIRG's John Fox reports on Dangerous Toys on Store Shelves - Your heart is now healthy, but is your privacy? Christopher Weaver of the Wall Street Journal finds Heart Gardgets Test the Limits of Privacy Laws - The Best and Worst at Home in 2012 accorinding to Patricia Esswein of the Wall Street Journal
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Michael Finney December 1, Hour 1
- Worth it? Or Not Worth it? Author Jack Otter answers common money questions with uncommon answers - Can you hear me now? Consumer Reports reports on the Best and Worst Cell Phone Carriers.
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Michael Finney November 24, Hour 3
- Are playgrounds too safe? The Wall Street Journal reports on a movement to make playgrounds more exciting - Shop safety on Cyber Monday with advice from Zscaler's Jay Chaudhry - Save big bucks on pots and pans at the Meyer Corporation's holiday sale. - California is pushing electric cars, but are Californians buying? Mike Ramsey of The Wall Street Journal reports.
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Michael Finney November 24, Hour 2
- Why did a Coke cost a nickel for more than 70 years? Professor Daniel Levy tells the amazing story. - Who killed the Twinke? David Weidner of reveals the answer. - What are the best places to hide valuables in your home? Whitson Gordon of Lifehacker lists some unusual spots. - Don't get sucked into retailer's defferred interest trap warns TheConsumerist.com's Chris Morran
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Michael Finney November 24, Hour 1
- How can you protect your assets from greedy heirs? Sandra Block of Kiplingers.com offers advice. - Your Black Friday deal might not have been so great. A new study from NerdWallet.com finds the same prices for items in 2011 and 2012.
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Michael Finney November 17, Hour 2
- Too fat to fly? The Consumerist's Chris Moran ran down the passenger size limits and policies of the top airlines. - Money isn't everything, but it helps if it doesn't look used. Professor Theodore Noseworthy shared his study of the the value and appeal of crisp, new bills. - Who pays when a child needs student loans? The New York Times' Tama Lewin shared the stats on parents who are burdened by their children's student loans - Are kids just too darn expensive? The New York Times' Nadia...
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Michael Finney November 17, Hour 3
- Energy Drinks are worse than you think according to Stacy Johnson at MoneyTalksNews.com - What to do about cancelled flights and more this holiday season? About.com's Mark Kahler gives tips and strategies. - Is it OK to lend money to adult children? Irving Schorsch of Pennsylvania Capital Management lists do's and don'ts -
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Michael Finney November 17, Hour 1
- Are you ready to shop 'til you drop on Black Friday? Edgaw Dworsky of ConsumerWorld.com offered tips and advice - Shop local! Shopping expert Patricia Norins explained how to participate in Small Business Saturday - Free spa treatments at Bliss! Spa on Black Friday - After Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday, flow some dollars to charity on World Vision's Giving Tuesday
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Michael Finney November 10, Hour 1
1pmMichael welcomed Gregg Stebben of menshealth.com to discuss differces in health and fitness between men and women. Is it hardwired dating back to the caveman days? Do women handle stress better? What can guys do to be healthier?Want to make your home a safer place? Alissa Green of myfirstapartment.com can help. She joined the program to share 6 ways to make your apartment more secure.
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Michael Finney November 10, Hour 3
3 pmNotice how holiday decorations seem to come out earlier and earlier every year? Turns out the premature displays aren't just annoying, they're bad for business. Tom Lounibos of soasta.com joined the prorgam to explain why.Remember being showered with presents as a kid on your birthday? Wasn't that nice? Turns out adults don't have to wait for the big bank-OH for a birthday windfall. Jeffrey Trull of Money Talks News shared all the ways you can cash in every year on your b-day!Big...
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Michael Finney November 10, Hour 2
2pmEver wonder what you should and shouldn't buy in bulk? Gabrielle Karol of Learnvest.com can help. She joined the show to offer these tips.Travel is expected to be up this holiday season. You know what that means: higher prices and more headaches. Jon Gray of homeaway.com offered tips for both saving and making money by travelling this holiday season.Did you know half of all theft in San Francisco is smartphone-related? Stephen Ebbet, President of Protect Your Bubble offered tips on how...
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Michael Finney November 3, Hour 3
- How Much Income Do You Need to Buy a House? Scott Sheldon of Sonoma County Mortgages runs the numbers - How to find the right contractor for your job? Daniel Bortz of US News runs it down - Free Mortgage Help for Bay Area Homeowners and Homebuyers NACA: Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America San Jose November 1-5 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. each day South Hall 435 South Market St. San Jose, CA 95113 -Beware of Tircky Price-Matching Policies. Edgar Dworsky of ConsumerWorld.com gives the...
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Michael Finney November 3, Hour 2
- What are the hot shopping trends of 2012? Expert Cladia Lombana shares the latest - Parents are dipping into savings to pay for college according to a new study from Merrill Edge - What are the Best and Worst States for Retirement? - What info is being collected by Data Brokers about you? Scott Mitic of TrustedID.com
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Michael Finney November 3, Hour 1
- What are GMOs and why should you care if they're in your food? The CA Right to Know/Yes on Prop 37 campaign shares their perspective. - What are your rights as a flyer? TravelLaw.com's Al Anolik offers advice.
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Michael Finney October 27, Hour 1
- New Windows are Here, But Where's the Start Button? Nick Wingfield of the New York Times discusses the new MS Windows Launch - Are Bigotry and Class Warfare, really a thing in 2012? John Tillman of The Illinois Policy Institute makes the case Hour 2 - How will you be spending your Money this Holiday Season? Michael Vivio of Valpak shares the results of a recent survey. - What do you need to know about Red Light Cameras? Judge Gail Dekreon gives advice. - How well does your Credit Card Fit?...
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Michael Finney October 27, Hour 2
- How will you be spending your Money this Holiday Season? Michael Vivio of Valpak shares the results of a recent survey. - What do you need to know about Red Light Cameras? Judge Gail Dekreon gives advice. - How well does your Credit Card Fit? You can earn more with one that's right for you according to Jennifer Waters of MarketWatch.com - You Really Can Be Scared to Death! The Wall Street Journal's Melinda Black reports on seemingly healthy people who have who have died of fright.
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Michael Finney October 27, Hour 3
- Say "Bye Bye" to PCs says Tiernan Ray of Barron's - Tips and Tricks for safe Trick or Treating from Safe Kids Worldwide - Bank Accounts for Preschoolers? Could this be a good thing for your little saver? Kelli B. Grant of the SmartMoney.com has the scoop. - New Trends in School Lunches from Dr. John McDougal, author of The Starch Solution.
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Michael Finney October 13, Hour 1
- Should cell phones be allowed on airplanes? TravelLaw.com's Al Anolik joins Michael to discuss. - A passenger was recently able to board a plane with a grenade! Travel expert Mark Murphy lists 4 things you don't know about airport safety that is jeopardizing your family's safety.
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Michael Finney October 13, Hour 2
- Are online colleges legit? Pat Partridge of Western Governor's College advises on what questions to ask before embarking on an online degree. - Are Black Friday deals really good deals? Shopping expert Andrea Woroch says maybe not... - Are you good at math? Derek Thompson of The Atlantic reveals 11 Ways Consumers Are Bad at Math - It's not to early to start thinking about Hot Holiday Toys! Kelli B. Grant of let's us know what the kids will be asking for!
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Michael Finney October 13, Hour 3
- Ewwww! Men's Health editor Gregg Stebben tells The Dirty Truth About Hospitals - Are you in credit card trouble? CardHub.com >has some solutions - Can you cut the cable cord? ConsumerSearch.com expert Carl Leron explains why you might want to. - High gas prices have you considering an electric car? Eileen Tutt of CalETC explains why it might be a good choice.
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Michael Finney October 6, Hour 3
- Why should you Tweet at 4:00pm? When's the best day to buy shoes? Mark DiVincenzo discusses his new book Buy Shoes on Wednesday and Tweet at 4:00: More of the Best Times to Buy This, Do That, and Go There - What does "Extra Strength" on that bottle of pain reliever really mean? Mary Beth Quirk of TheConsumerist.com - Do they own your privacy when you Rent to Own? Not anymore! The Federal Trade Commission's Ken Abbe reports that Rent to Own Companies have been busted for using trackings...
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Michael Finney October 6, Hour 2
- Are you having surgery a Friday? Better reschedule! Courntenay Smith of Reader's Digest reveals why and 50 Things Your Surgeon Won't Tell You - Have you popped a few grapes in your mouth at the grrocery store? You're not alone. Jason Feffer of >Sodahead.com share s a survey that reveals suprising grocery habits including shopping, stealing, samling and . - Can you imagine life without your cell phone? Anton Troianovsk of the Wall Street Journal profiles several people who have given theirs...
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Michael Finney October 6, Hour 1
- "I'll sue!" But can you? Not always... Phil Friedman of Consumers Count joins Michael to discuss his new group's efforts to ensure that consumers can sue corporations that have wronged them. - Free drugs! Senator Joe Simitian discusses his recently-signed legislation that makes it easier for Californians to donate their unused drugs.
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Michael Finney August 25 Hour 1
1:00pm - Electrical Engineering or Anthropology? Mike DeSenne of Kiplinger.com lists the Best and Worst college degrees for your career.
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Michael Finney August 25 Hour 2
2:00pm - Do you have good taste? Jonathan Bean of Parsons-New School for Design discusses Apartment Therapy: How Does "Good Taste" Become Second Nature for Consumers? - "Kid's are easy, it's the parents who are tough." Fing out 12 more things Your Kid's Principal Won't Tell You listed by Reader's Digest's Beth Dreher - Are your airline miles safe from scammers? MarketWatch.com's Jennifer Waters reveals a new scheme to steal your miles. - Do you talk to your kids about money? Most parents...
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Michael Finney August 25 Hour 3
3:00pm - New Report: America Trashes Forty Percent of Food Supply shared by Dana Gunders of the National Resources Defence Council - 10 Reasons Buying Textbooks Still Outsmart Renting Them listed by Scott Gamm, founder of HelpSaveMyDollars.com and contributor to MainStreet.com - September is College Savings Month. Merrill Edge's Lee Erby shares tips for how to save.
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Michael Finney August 18, Hour 1
***Only a one hour show this week do to 49ers preseason game***
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Michael Finney July 28, Hour 2
2:00pm - The Student Loan debacle may be just as bad as the Sub-Prime Loan fiasco according to Rohit Chopra of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau - Mom, can I share your data? Kelli B. Grant reports on new, cheaper smartphone shared data plans. - Make the most of your software by upgrading during International Technology Upgrade Week. Skype's Jonathon Watson gives tips and advice. - How does your credit card stack up? CardHub.com
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Michael Finney August 11, Hour 3
3:00pm - 7 credit card reward tips many people don't follow listed by Craig Ford at Wisebread.com - Learn how a $2 notebook can save you $600 from Gerri Dettweiler at Credit.com - Cars made with Levi's and other auto trends profiled by Shop Smart Magazine.
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Michael Finney August 11, Hour 2
2:00pm - Travel Law expert Al Anolik discusses current travel stories and takes listener calls - What do kids really want to take back to school? Allison Jones of Ebates.com reveals the resulst of a new poll. - Don't make these mistakes even smart investors make according to Larry Swerdloe of Buckingham Asset Managtement
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Michael Finney August 11, Hour 1
1:00pm - Should we be able to negotiate college tuition? Chris Moran of TheConsumerist.com thinks so.
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Michael Finney July 14, Hour 3
Tips on how to save on Medicine from Consumer Reports editor Lisa Gill. Avoid these fast food menu items warns Yahoo Shine's Lylah M. Alphonse. These are the 8 things not to keep in your wallet, says Kiplinger.com's Emily Inverso.
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Michael Finney July 14, Hour 2
Does your cleaner smell clean? Ellen Byron of the Wall Street Journal reports on the use of aromatherapy in cleaning products. Can you browse the web anonymously? Marc Saltzman of Digital Crave tells how. Learn how couples can boost their social security checks from Marketwatch's Andrea Coombes. Ten items recent college grads can sell incoming freshmen are listed by founder of HelpSaveMyDollars.com and MainStreet.com contributor Scott Gamm.
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Michael Finney July 14, Hour 1
Wells Fargo Bank settled with Department of Justice on abusive lending practices. Kathleen Day of The Center for Responsible Lending commented on what it means for consumers. Will your cell carrier rat you out? More of them are under pressure to help with surveillance. Eric Lichtnblau of The New York Times shares the story.
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Michael Finney July 7, Hour 3
Don't punish yourself every time you spend according to Carl Richards, author of The Behavior Gap. Saving "up to 50%" sounds like a good deal, but is it? Ken Abbe of the Federal Trade Commission explains why. A movie date doesn't have to break the bank! Hank Coleman of MoneyQ&A.com tells how. The FBI is preparting for an internet shut-down, are you ready? Gary Davis of McAfee tells how you can be.
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Michael Finney July 7, Hour 2
Home births are increasingly popular, but dangerous according to Daily Beast writer Michelle Goldenberg. What should recent grads do to protect their finances? Rafael Gilbert of Merill Edge gives advice. That donation you're making and volunteering you're doing may not be helping. Mark hill of Cracked.com tells why. Can you beat the cost of long-term care insurance? Ben Popken of NextAvenue.com shares how.
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Michael Finney July 7, Hour 1
Can Peer-to-Peer lending help you build credit? Linda Sherry of Consumer Action shares her reasearch. What are the Do's and Dont's of a productive psychic reading? Phychic Kristy Robinette gives her tips.
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Michael Finney June 30, Hour 2
A Former Hacker Offers Tips for keeping it hacked free during the busy holiday week & beyond. Alex Horan of CORE Security shares easy ways to keep your pricavy safe. Do Dollar Stores Always Offer the Best Deals? Chris Morran of TheConsumerist.com shows why they may not. -10 Things Law Schools Won't Tell You. SmartMoney.com's AnnaMaria Andriotis shares secrets for aspiring attorneys
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Michael Finney June 30, Hour 1
What does the Supreme Court's ruling on Obamacare mean for Californians? Michael dicuses the implications with State Insurance Comissioner Dave Jones. Where do all of the clothes you donate ultimately end up? Elizabeth Cline, athor of Overdressed: The Shockingly High Price of Cheap Fashion reveals the answer. Are Baby Boomers Vulnerable To Auto Repair "Up-Sell" Deception? Pam Oaks, author of Car Care for the Cluless tells why
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Michael Finney June 23, Hour 3
13+ Things A Funeral director Won't Tell You. JOBS ACT Makes It Easier to Invest in Star-ups. Breaking Your Budget? Why Consumers Overspend on Exceptional Purchases. You for Sale: Mapping, and Sharing, the Consumer Genome
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Michael Finney June 23, Hour 2
Top Restaurant Pet Peeves. How to Determine if a Controversial claim is True. Got Beiber Fever? How to Get Concert Tickets for Less
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Michael Finney June 23, Hour 1
1 in 10 health insurance claims are processed improperly. Easy Fixes for Fuel-Efficient Summer Drives and Road Trips
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Michael Finney June 9, Hour 3
Should you refinance your car? Jim Landy of CarFinance.com listed 7 questions to ask about auto refi. Evidence Data Recorders in cars can help police, but can they also compromise your privacy? Expert Peter R. Thom discussed the pros and cons of EDRs. Broken privacy links on LinkedIn have many wondering what to do to protect themselves. McAfee's Gary Davis has tips. Are you maxed out on your credit cards? You're not a alone. A new study from CardHub.com finds a $50 million increase in credit...
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Michael Finney June 9, Hour 2
pmMobile Apps that while you drive? Melissa O'Kane of Esurance suggested apps for drivers. Increase your earning with professional certificates. Maybe. Dr. Anthony Carnevale of Georgetown Universty discussed a new study that looked into the good, bad and ugly of professional certifications. Is Silicon Valley hiring? Adam Charlson of DHR International advised on the tech employment landscape. The cost to visit the amusement park is not so amusing! Kelli Grant of SmartMoney listed 7 Ways to...
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Michael Finney June 9, Hour 1
How safe is your identity? Lisa Gertsner of Kiplingers.com advised on how you can protect your priacy. Green Party Presidential Candidate Dr. Jill Stein answers questions from listeners
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Michael Finney June 2, Hour 3
Are pre-paid credit cards a good deal? Joe Ridout of Consumer Action offers tips and multi-lingual guides. Is healthy food more expensive than junk food? Depends on how to look at it finds a new study from the USDA conducted by Dr. Robert Post.. What's next for graduating grads? Kimberly Palmer of US News lists 7 Things Employers want from New Grads. Oops, did you do it again? Jill Krasny offer Fixes for 10 Common Money Mistakes
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Michael Finney June 2, Hour 2
Are the traditional yearbooks at thing of the past? TreeRing.com CEO Aaron Greco introduced a cheaper, greener way for students and schools to preserve their memories. How green is your kitchen? Reader's Digest editor Courntay Smith listed 13 Steps to a Zero-Waste Kitchen. Can you make money with your YouTube videos? It may not be so easy. LA Times' David Lazarus helps folks make Trying to Make Sense of YouTube's Partner Program. It takes money to make money. And sometimes it takes money to...
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Michael Finney June 2, Hour 1
What are renter's rights when their home is foreclosed, and how can women with dense breast tissue get the information they need to prevent cancer? Michael discussed new legislation that will help with State Senator Joe Simitian. Men are dying to bring fast cell phone service. Michael discussed a detailed investigation with Ryan Knutsen of ProPublica. It's Sunscreen Season! Gregg Stebben of Men's Health listed ways to make sure your skin and health are protected
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Michael Finney May 26, Hour 3
Why Millenneals are Young, Broke and Spending on Luxury according to Julie Halpert of The Fiscal Times. More Men Are Entering Fields Dominated by Women reported by Shaila Dewan of The New York Times. How to Win the Student Loan Price Wars: Feds vs. Private Banks with AnnaMaria Andriotis of SmartMoney.com. 13+ Things Your Therapist Won't Tell You listed by Barbara O'Dair of Readers Digest.com
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Michael Finney May 26, Hour 2
A Michican Consumer Won $62,000 fighting a Bank's Robocalls. His attorney Ian Lyngklip explains how. Congressional Speeches are Getting Dumber says Lee Druttman of The Sunlight Foundation. More than 230+ Deals just for Veterans and Servicemembers collected by Brad's Deals. Starbucks has you trained according to author Anna Morriss' new book Uncommon Service
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Michael Finney May 26, Hour 1
The latest tricks by the airlines with Travel Law expert Al Anolik. How to Survive your Next Trip to the Hospital with Dr. Maryanne McGuckin, author of The Patients Survival Guide
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Michael Finney May 19, Hour 3
Raphael Gilbert of Merrill Edge discussed a recent survey that found Young People are Worrying A Lot More about Their Financial Future Than Their Parents. Katherine Lewis of Fortune Magazine advised that if you Want a Promotion you should Make Friends at Work. Stephen Zuckerman of The Urban Institute shared the findings that Virtually Every State Experienced Deteriorating Access to Care for Adults over the Past Decade *Matt Goulding, author of Grill This, Not That shared how to make grilling...
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Michael Finney May 19, Hour 2
Dr. Marcus Plescia of the Centers for Disease Control discussed a new study that found young adults are imdulging in high-risk behaviors for skin cancer. Christopher Elliot of MintLife.com listed 6 Price Tricks Businesses Use to Fool Customers. Sunit Patel of Fidelity Investments revealed that Couples Retiring in 2012 will need $240,000 to pay for medical expenses.
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Michael Finney May 19, Hour 1
Alan Fisher of the California Reinvestment Coalition discussed the recent losses at JP Morgan. Andrea Woroch suggested online registries for recent graduates. *Miriam Gottfried of Barron's explained why those who purchase memory foam mattresses often have to choose Sex or Sleep
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Michael Finney May 12, Hour 3
David Bakke of MoneyCrashers.com listed the 6 Reasons Why You Should Never Purchase and Extended Warranty Robert Lee Hotz of the Wall Street Journal discussed how How Science Reals Why We Brag So Much Kyle Weins of IfixIt.com demonstrated how fixing your own electronics can be fun and (almost) easy.
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Michael Finney May 12, Hour 2
Senator Joe Simitian discussed his plan to Keep California's State Parks Open Rich Beattie of Travel and Leisure Magazine ran down the country's best and worst airports Steve Karnowsky of the Associated Press revealed why Why Chicken Prices Have Gone Thigh High Richard Holober of The Consumer Federation of California discussed how manufacturers of fire retardants rely on questionable testimony, front groups to push standards that boost demand for their toxic — and ineffective — products.
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Michael Finney May 12, Hour 1
Actor, Director, and Board Member of the American Foundation for Equal Rights joined Michael to discuss the president's recent comments on gay marriage. Susan Heathfield, Human Resources Guide at About.com discussed Gen Y in the Workplace
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Michael Finney May 5, Hour 3
Beke Lubeach announced the launch of DogTV a cable channel of programming for pooches. Tom Quinn of Credit.com revealed how Your Roomate Can Ruin Your Credit Janet Bodnar of Kiplinger's Personal Finance offered advice on How to Teach Kids to Handle Credit Cards Brian Hibbs of Comix Experience let listeners know how they can get a free comic book on Free Comic Book Day
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Michael Finney May 5, Hour 2
Tom Grinstead of Zazzle.com and Stephanie Reichin discussed the Zazzle Bay to Breakers Matt Brownell of Mainstreet.com shared 9 Tips to Get the Most out of Your Yard Sale Paul Michael of Wisebread.com listed 10 Things to Do After Losing Your Wallet Congresswoman Anna Eshoo (D-Palo Alto) discussed how she's working to Lift Financial Burdens to Affordable Student Loand
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Michael Finney May 5, Hour 1
Anna Maria Andriotis of SmartMoney.com listed The Best Credit Cards of 2012 Edward Humes discussed his book. Garbology: Our Dirty Love Affair with Trash
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Michael Finney April 21, Hour 3
Laura Landro of the Wall Street Journal revealed The Simple Idea that is Transforming Health Care Alexis Dormandy of LoveThis.com shared the new social networking ap. Kendal Perez of FreeShipping.org reported on 2012 retail trends Lacey Plache of Edmunds.com reported that Most Hybrid Drivers in San Francisco would not buy another one Neil Schneider of Bedrock Music and Video shred today's celebration of Record Store Day
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Michael Finney April 21, Hour 2
Steven Goetz, Professor at Penn State University, discussed a recent study that suggestedBig Box Stores Help Create Hate Groups. Jonathan Laing of Barrons.com reported on the Climbing Student Loan Debt Andrew Wilson of St. Mary's College shared a study that found Optimistic Shoppers Are More Likely to Trust Salespeople
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Michael Finney April 21, Hour 1
Darrell Lester, author of The Naked Truth took us behind the scenes of The Publishers Clearninghouse sweepstakes Jane Hodges, author of Rent vs. Own advised on the best choices for potential homeowners
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Michael Finney April 14, Hour 3
Richard Harrington of MoneyRates.com advised on how to Straighten Your Boomerang Child. Brett Arends of SmartMoney.com shared 10 Things I Hate About Tax Day Gene Epstein of Barrons.com suprised with evidence that The 1% Are Paying Their Fair Share
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Michael Finney April 14, Hour 2
Paul Michael of Wisebread.com listed 21 Disposable Products You Can Reuse Alex Nunez of ConsumerSearch.com reported on the New York Auto Show. Barbara O'Dair of Reader's Digest ran down 50 Things Your Vet Won't Tell You Alex Matjanec of MyBankTracker.com advised on Top Gas Credit Cards to ‘Refil' Your Wallet.
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Michael Finney April 14, Hour 1
Joe Ridout of Consumer Action discussed pre-paid phone cards. Insurance Commissioner Dave Jones dicused the recent PPO Survey.
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Michael Finney April 7, Hour 3
Gwendolyn Osborn, Director of Education at Wine.com advised on How to Order Wine in a Restaurant Without Looking Clueless Travel Expert Mark Murphy discussed the impact of oil prices on travel Joe Mont of TheStreet.com revealed The Strangest Things You Can buy Online Alex Gutierrez of Kelly Blue Book's KBB.com listed 10 Fuel-Efficient Cars That it May Make More Sense to Buy New vs. Used.
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Michael Finney April 7, Hour 2
Andrew Weinstein, Travel Expert for Living Social advised on how to avoid travel nightmares. Julie Melnick of Nanny in the Clouds shared a way for parents to get help with their kids while flying Courntenay Smith of Reader's Digest listed 13 Things and IRS Agent Won't Tell You Professior Vanessa Patrick of the University of Houston shaed a a simple strategy for resisting temptation
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Michael Finney April 7, Hour 1
Is gender-based pricing for insurance, and services like haircuts and try cleaning fair?
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Michael Finney October 1, Hour 3
6pm: Are we in for a double dip recession? Is gold an investment that will ensure your financial future? Investment Advisor Rick Ashburn has some advice for jittery investors. Dan Evertsz from Bay Area College Planners shares some strategies to save money for higher education. Plus Linda Sherri from Consumer Action tells Michael her tricks and tips on how to complain.
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Michael Finney October 1, Hour 2
5pm: Ray Cox, expert mechanic for AutoMD joins Michael to talk about different ways to make your teen aware of the costs associated with maintaining your car. Marketwatch.com Columnist Jeanette Pavini helps us discover secrets that savvy air travelers know. Also, Mona Marimow from Lendingtree.com shares common mistakes people make while refinancing their home.
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Michael Finney October 1, Hour 1
4pm: Michael takes your calls regarding Bank of America's new monthly fees for debit card users. Richard Holober, executive director of the Consumer Federation of California joins Michael to discuss a bill before the California legislature that would prohibit the sale of expired infant food, formula, and over he counter medications. Also, Gerri Detweiler from Credit.com has some advice for how to pay credit collection agencies.
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September 24: No Hour 1 of Michael Finney Due to Cal...
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September 17: No Podcast Due to Cal Football Game 4-7pm
September 17: No Podcast Due to Cal Football Game 4-7pm
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Michael Finney September 11, Hour 2
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Michael Finney September 11, Hour 1
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Michael Finney August 27, Hour 2
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Michael Finney August 27, Hour 3
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Michael Finney August 27, Hour 1
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Michael Finney August 20, Hour 3
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Michael Finney August 20, Hour 2
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Michael Finney August 20, Hour 1
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Michael Finney August 13, Hour 3
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Michael Finney August 13, Hour 2
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Michael Finney August 13, Hour 1
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Michael Finney August 6, Hour 3
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Michael Finney August 6, Hour 2
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Michael Finney August 6, Hour 1
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Michael Finney July 30, Hour 3
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Michael Finney July 30, Hour 2
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Michael Finney July 30, Hour 1
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Michael Finney July 23, Hour 3
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Michael Finney July 23, Hour 2
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Michael Finney July 23, Hour 1
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Michael Finney July 16, Hour 3
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Michael Finney July 16, Hour 2
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Michael Finney July 16, Hour 1
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Michael Finney July 9, Hour 3
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Michael Finney July 9, Hour 2
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Michael Finney July 9, Hour 1
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Michael Finney July 2, Hour 3
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Michael Finney July 2, Hour 2
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Michael Finney July 2, Hour 1
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Michael Finney June 11, Hour 3
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Michael Finney June 11, Hour 2
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Michael Finney June 11, Hour 1
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Michael Finney June 25, Hour 3
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Michael Finney June 25, Hour 2
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Michael Finney June 25, Hour 1
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Michael Finney June 18, Hour 3
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Michael Finney June 18, Hour 2
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Michael Finney June 18, Hour 1
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Micahel Finney June 4 Hour 3
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Michael Finney June 4 Hour 2
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Michael Finney June 4 Hour 1
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Michael Finney May 28, Hour 3
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Michael Finney May 28, Hour 2
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Michael Finney May 28, Hour 1
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Michael Finney May 21, Hour 3
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Michael Finney May 21, Hour 1
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Michael Finney May 7, Hour 3
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Michael Finney May 7, Hour 2
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Michael Finney May 7, Hour 1
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Michael Finney April 30, Hour 3
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Michael Finney April 30, Hour 2
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Michael Finney April 30, Hour 1
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Michael Finney April 23, Hour 3
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Michael Finney April 23, Hour 2
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Michael Finney April 23, Hour 1
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Michael Finney April 9, Hour 3
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