Budgets for Badges Podcast

Where money meets the realities of first responder life.

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Budgets for Badges is the podcast built for the families behind the badge—law enforcement, fire, EMS, dispatchers, corrections, and every first responder household navigating money in a world that rarely slows down. Hosted by financial coaches Rebecca Jameson and Chris Harcksen-Lucero, we break down the complicated, emotional, and uniquely stressful money challenges first responder families face and turn them into clear, practical action steps.

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From surviving shift-work spending habits and managing money through burnout, to crushing debt, building wealth, and preparing for retirement in a demanding career, each episode delivers honest conversations, expert insights, and a whole lot of real-life context. We talk about what actually matters: stability, communication, financial wellness, and strengthening relationships in a career that tests them all.

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Whether you’re trying to get on the same financial page with your spouse, finally tackle debt, make sense of student loans, plan for big life goals, or simply stop feeling behind—Budgets for Badges gives you the tools, confidence, and support to do it.

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Because first responders spend their days protecting everyone else.
This podcast helps protect you—your money, your stress level, and your future.

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Available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify!