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Join hosts Scott Hess and Dylan Steele as they explore timely financial topics affecting young adults and small business owners. In this candid discussion featuring guest Calvin, the crew dives into the spending habits of 18-25 year olds during spring break (averaging $3,863/month!), shares wild travel stories from Vegas to Barcelona, and debates the real impact of the Jones Act waiver on gas prices. The conversation shifts to Oklahoma City hosting NCAA March Madness games and the estimated $10 million economic boost, sparking ideas for creative side hustles during major events. From Uber driving to impromptu tour guide services, learn how locals can capitalize on big crowds. Plus: Gas theft flashbacks from the early 2000s, New Orleans scams, and why tattooed shorts might be the ultimate Barcelona fashion statement. Topics Covered: Spring break spending habits & budget travel tips Jones Act waiver and oil price impacts March Madness economic benefits for host cities Side hustle opportunities during major events Wild travel stories and scam warnings ⏱️ Episode Timestamps 0:00 Intro & What Happened to John? 1:45 Spring Break Spending: $3,863/Month for Gen Z? 3:48 Best Spring Break Destinations Then & Now 9:47 The $250/Month Rent Days & College Living Stories 13:09 Houston Spring Break Scam: $2,500 Nightclub Ripoff 16:19 Jones Act Waiver & Rising Oil Prices Explained 18:53 When Gas Hits $4+: Theft & Economic Impact 24:21 March Madness Coming to OKC: $10M Economic Boost 25:50 Side Hustles for Big Events: Uber, Water, Tour Guides 31:47 Wild Travel Stories: New Orleans & Barcelona 35:07 Outro & Where to Find Turtle Smith