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EPISODE · Mar 5, 2026 · 4 MIN

Dollars & Sense with Pam Cook: Why Your 401(k) Might Save You From Debt

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Pam dives into the economic turbulence defining the start of 2026, breaks down why the war in Iran triggered an major Dow drop and how rising oil and gas prices are rattling both Wall Street and the average consumer’s wallet. The Dollars & Sense host explores AI industry "jitters" and addresses the record-breaking $44 billion surge in credit card debt at the end of 2025 before explaining why your 401(k) might actually be the "emergency exit" you need to escape the debt trap. Plus, a look at Starbucks’ surprising expansion into Nashville and what it means for Seattle’s business landscape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pam dives into the economic turbulence defining the start of 2026, breaks down why the war in Iran triggered an major Dow drop and how rising oil and gas prices are rattling both Wall Street and the average consumer’s wallet. The Dollars & Sense host explores AI industry "jitters" and addresses the record-breaking $44 billion surge in credit card debt at the end of 2025 before explaining why your 401(k) might actually be the "emergency exit" you need to escape the debt trap. Plus, a look at Starbucks’ surprising expansion into Nashville and what it means for Seattle’s business landscape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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