Full Show: Clark Stinks! and Cruise Scam Alert | Clark Howard Video
It’s time for "Clark Stinks!" Christa reads the latest "Clark Stinks!" submissions and Clark responds. Also, if you’re planning a cruise soon, there’s a new scam alert you really need to know!
All this and more on the April 4, 2025, episode of The Clark Howard Show.
00:00 - Intro
02:40 - Clark Stinks - Thermostat Advice: Clark’s summer savings tips turn homes into saunas and families against each other—self-restraint on the thermostat is key. (Jeremy)
03:45 - Clark Stinks - Catalytic Converter Cost: Clark missed pointing out that $3,000 for a catalytic converter is robbery—an independent mechanic should charge no more than $1,000. (Pete)
04:35 - Clark Stinks - Telework Criticism: Calling remote workers “overprivileged” ignores the reality that telework boosts productivity, reduces costs, and modernizes work. (Donna)
07:38 - Clark Stinks - Amazon Prime Medical Fail: The Prime Medical service Clark suggested was a frustrating mess—sign-up issues, no weekend availability, and not worth it. (Audrey)
09:26 - Clark Stinks - Housing Market Misread: Clark’s claim of a buyer’s market is off—good homes in Atlanta are scarce, go fast, and sell over asking price. (Diane)
10:22 - Clark Stinks - Passport in Google Wallet: Clark should have clarified that digital passports are only for domestic travel at select airports and don’t replace physical passports. (Linda)
11:57 - Clark Stinks - UK ETA Scam Alert: Clark mentioned the new UK ETA requirement but didn’t warn about scam sites charging over $100. (Brian)
12:01 - Clark Stinks - Unit Price Comparison Help: Clark’s advice on unit pricing is great, but without practical tools, it’s just math homework—apps exist, but none for Android. (JP)
13:51 - Clark Stinks - West Virginia & Mississippi Dig: Clark insulted these states while praising their affordability—low cost means financial freedom for families. (Andy in Mississippi)
14:29 - Clark Stinks - Affordable States Misunderstanding: Clark was surprised that West Virginia is cheap while Virginia is expensive—but much of Virginia is also affordable. (Tom)
17:36 - Cruise Scam Alert
22:57 - Ask Clark - Why did Barclay lower my credit limit despite my 843 credit score, and will this hurt my credit? (Robin in Ohio)
26:23 - Ask Clark - Would the Target Credit Card be a smart move for us if we only use it for Target purchases? (Barbara in FL)
27:02 - Ask Clark - How long do banks keep high APYs for new accounts before lowering them, and where can I track this trend? (Anonymous in Minnesota)
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