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Guest Expectations

You may use your preferred name.

Applicants must be at least 18 years old.

City and state only. Your nearest major city or general region is fine.

Please include your occupation, whether you're single, married, or in a relationship, and whether you have children. If you have children, how many and approximately how old are they? Example: I'm an electrician, married, and have three children, ages 4, 8, and 12.

Approximately how much does your household earn annually before taxes?
Less than $40,000
$40,000–$74,999
$75,000–$99,999
$100,000–$149,999
$150,000–$199,999
$200,000 or more
Prefer not to say
Approximately how much debt does your household currently have, excluding your mortgage?
No debt
Less than $10,000
$10,000–$24,999
$25,000–$49,999
$50,000–$99,999
$100,000 or more
Not sure
Prefer not to say

An estimate is fine.

Tell us what's happening, what you've tried, and what you'd most like to change. We're interested in understanding your experience, not judging it.

Budget Debrief features remote video conversations about personal finances that may be published on YouTube and other platforms. Are you comfortable appearing on camera and discussing your financial situation publicly?
Yes
Maybe, but I'd like more information
No

Your application information is used privately to evaluate potential guests and will not be published without permission. Participation is free, all interviews are remote, and applicants must be at least 18. You do not need to have your finances figured out. Applying does not guarantee selection. Budget Debrief provides financial education, not individualized investment, legal, or tax advice.


Please do not submit bank statements, account numbers, Social Security numbers, passwords, or other sensitive financial documents through this application.


Submitting this application does not authorize recording or publication. If selected, you'll receive additional information and a separate participation agreement before recording. Separate written consent is required before recording or publication.

Budget Debrief is looking for individuals who want to take a closer look at their finances and develop a realistic plan to move forward.

 

During each episode, we'll review your monthly income, expenses, debts, and financial goals. Together, we'll identify where your money is going, discuss strategies for paying down debt, and build a practical budget that works for your situation.

 

You don't need to have your finances figured out. Whether you're living paycheck to paycheck, struggling with credit card debt, or simply looking for a better plan, we want to hear your story.

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All interviews are conducted remotely.

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Selected guests will participate in a recorded, remote interview for Budget Debrief. Episodes may be published on YouTube and other Budget Debrief social media platforms. Before recording, we'll discuss the process, privacy expectations, and participation consent.

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