EPISODE · Aug 11, 2025 · 1H 10M
Ep 1229 | How to Make Money in a Tough Economy | Ron Simmons
from Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey · host Blaze Podcast Network
Today, Ron Simmons, your favorite guest host (and Allie's dad), steps in to unpack the heated debate over gerrymandering, diving into the Texas redistricting controversy. We break down what gerrymandering means, its legal limits, and why Texas' move has sparked such outrage. Then, we tackle listener questions on navigating today’s tough economy, offering practical advice for young people on budgeting, student loans, home buying, and tithing from a Christian perspective. Share the Arrows 2025 is on October 11 in Dallas, Texas! Go to sharethearrows.com for tickets now! Sponsored by: Carly Jean Los Angeles: https://www.carlyjeanlosangeles.com Good Ranchers: https://www.goodranchers.com EveryLife: https://www.everylife.com Buy Allie's new book, "Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion": https://a.co/d/4COtBxy --- Timecodes: (03:20) Texas gerrymandering (17:50) Economy updates (21:00) Finance questions (54:55) Cost of living & student loans (1:00:28) Answering family questions --- Today's Sponsors: We Heart Nutrition — Get 20% off women's vitamins with We Heart Nutrition, and get your first bottle of their new supplement, Wholesome Balance; use code ALLIE at https://www.WeHeartNutrition.com. Paleovalley — When you choose Paleovalley, you’re not just snacking—you’re making a statement. Get 15% off your first order at https://paleovalley.com, code ALLIE. Carly Jean Los Angeles — Go to https://www.carlyjeanlosangeles.com and use code ALLIEB to get 20% off your first CJLA order, site wide (one-time use only) and start filling your closet with timeless staple pieces. And see Allie's CJLA favorites at carlyjeanlosangeles.com/pages/allieb CrowdHealth — get your first 3 months for just $99/month. Use promo code 'ALLIE' when you sign up at JoinCrowdHealth.com. Fellowship Home Loans — Fellowship Home Loans is a mortgage lending company that offers home financing solutions while integrating Christian values such as honesty, integrity, and stewardship. Go to fellowshiphomeloans.com/allie to get up to $500 credit towards closing costs when you finance with Fellowship Home Loans. --- Episodes you might like: Ep 1220 | They’re Lying to You About the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ | Ron Simmons https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1220-theyre-lying-to-you-about-the-big-beautiful/id1359249098?i=1000718349406 --- Buy Allie's book, You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love: https://alliebethstuckey.com/book Relatable merchandise – use promo code 'ALLIE10' for a discount: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey
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Today, Ron Simmons, your favorite guest host (and Allie's dad), steps in to unpack the heated debate over gerrymandering, diving into the Texas redistricting controversy. We break down what gerrymandering means, its legal limits, and why Texas' move has sparked such outrage. Then, we tackle listener questions on navigating today’s tough economy, offering practical advice for young people on budgeting, student loans, home buying, and tithing from a Christian perspective. Share the Arrows 2025 is on October 11 in Dallas, Texas! Go to sharethearrows.com for tickets now! Sponsored by: Carly Jean Los Angeles: https://www.carlyjeanlosangeles.com Good Ranchers: https://www.goodranchers.com EveryLife: https://www.everylife.com Buy Allie's new book, "Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion": https://a.co/d/4COtBxy --- Timecodes: (03:20) Texas gerrymandering (17:50) Economy updates (21:00) Finance questions (54:55) Cost of living & student loans (1:00:28) Answering family questions --- Today's Sponsors: We Heart Nutrition — Get 20% off women's vitamins with We Heart Nutrition, and get your first bottle of their new supplement, Wholesome Balance; use code ALLIE at https://www.WeHeartNutrition.com. Paleovalley — When you choose Paleovalley, you’re not just snacking—you’re making a statement. Get 15% off your first order at https://paleovalley.com, code ALLIE. Carly Jean Los Angeles — Go to https://www.carlyjeanlosangeles.com and use code ALLIEB to get 20% off your first CJLA order, site wide (one-time use only) and start filling your closet with timeless staple pieces. And see Allie's CJLA favorites at carlyjeanlosangeles.com/pages/allieb CrowdHealth — get your first 3 months for just $99/month. Use promo code 'ALLIE' when you sign up at JoinCrowdHealth.com. Fellowship Home Loans — Fellowship Home Loans is a mortgage lending company that offers home financing solutions while integrating Christian values such as honesty, integrity, and stewardship. Go to fellowshiphomeloans.com/allie to get up to $500 credit towards closing costs when you finance with Fellowship Home Loans. --- Episodes you might like: Ep 1220 | They’re Lying to You About the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ | Ron Simmons https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1220-theyre-lying-to-you-about-the-big-beautiful/id1359249098?i=1000718349406 --- Buy Allie's book, You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love: https://alliebethstuckey.com/book Relatable merchandise – use promo code 'ALLIE10' for a discount: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey
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