July 23, 2026

CO-HOST | Make Money Without Wasting It: Grocery Store Hacks, Dad Life & Everyday Money Traps

CO-HOST | Make Money Without Wasting It: Grocery Store Hacks, Dad Life & Everyday Money Traps
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Sometimes the biggest opportunities to save money aren't found in investment portfolios—they're hiding in your weekly grocery bill. In this fun, off-the-cuff episode, Travis Chappell is joined by producer Eric and podcast strategist Brandon Birkmeyer for a wide-ranging conversation about grocery shopping, hidden delivery markups, household quirks, childhood nostalgia, and the surprisingly expensive world of organic maple syrup. Along the way, they share practical money-saving tips, parenting observations, and plenty of laughs.

On this episode we talk about:

  • How grocery delivery apps quietly increase the cost of everyday essentials

  • The pros and cons of shopping in-store versus using Instacart and Amazon Fresh

  • Funny household habits, dad life, and the debates every family seems to have

  • Why organic products and premium groceries can dramatically impact your budget

  • Childhood memories, Costco hot dogs, and nostalgic trips to Best Buy

Top 3 Takeaways

  1. Grocery delivery services can significantly increase your total bill through item markups—not just delivery fees.

  2. Comparing prices and shopping in person occasionally can uncover meaningful savings on recurring household purchases.

  3. Personal finance isn't always about big investment decisions—small, everyday spending habits add up over time.

Notable Quotes

  • "Everything was like 25 cents to a dollar more in the app."

  • "That's how they get ya."

  • "Money only solves your money problems, but it's easier to solve the rest of your problems when you've got some money in the bank."

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