It’s time for "Clark Stinks!" Christa reads the latest "Clark Stinks!" submissions and Clark responds. Also, Amazon is making a big change to its Prime membership, and it could affect millions of families! Clark breaks down the recent news and what this new policy means for you and your family.
All this and more on the September 26, 2025, episode of The Clark Howard Show.
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00:00 - Intro
01:26 - Clark Stinks - NFL+ Premium offers live local games, primetime, and playoffs for $14.99/month—but only on phone or tablet. (Matt in Illinois) - Clark Stinks - NFL broadcast rules require local games to be shown on TV if sold out—Falcons fans in Atlanta can watch free. (Mark in Wisconsin)
02:36 - Clark Stinks - Stop apologizing for enjoying a diet soda—tell the critics to get a life. (Byron in Missouri)
04:42 - Clark Stinks - Not all 403(b) plans are bad—some, like San Francisco’s Fidelity option, are solid. Remind people to check before avoiding them. (David in California)
06:27 - Clark Stinks - Roadside assistance claims don’t affect rates—I worked in insurance 25 years and never saw that happen. (Maryann in Minnesota)
07:34 - Clark Stinks - HSAs aren’t always worth the hassle—you must prove qualified expenses constantly, and substandard insurance is required. Roths and brokerage accounts can also fund medical costs tax-free. (Alex in Georgia)
11:45 - Clark Stinks - Tesla “recalls” are mostly software updates—I’ve owned mine 4 years and never visited a shop. (Tom in New Mexico)
12:48 - Clark Stinks - Teens are choosing trades not just because of AI but because demand, pay, and entrepreneurship opportunities are strong. (Cal in Georgia)
15:49 - Amazon Prime’s BIG Change to Free Shipping Perk
20:55 - Ask Clark - What indoor antenna brand do you recommend for watching NFL games? (Tate in Florida)
24:16 - Ask Clark - What legal documents should parents have in place when their child turns 18 and heads to college? (Angie in Georgia)
26:33 - Ask Clark - After losing my husband unexpectedly, I was grateful we had shared passwords and financial wishes—please remind listeners to prepare. (Kim in Florida)
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