Full Show: Clark Stinks! and Delta's Secret AI Pricing Exposed | Clark Howard Video
It’s time for "Clark Stinks!" Christa reads the latest "Clark Stinks!" submissions and Clark responds. Also, are you a loyal Delta flyer? You could be paying more for your tickets! Clark reveals how airlines are using AI to predict what you'll pay, and how your loyalty might be costing you. Learn why "being disloyal pays" and get Clark's top tips to beat the system.
All this and more on the August 8, 2025, episode of The Clark Howard Show.
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00:00 - Intro
01:15 - Clark Stinks - Hospitals often have advocates who can reduce your medical bills or help you negotiate lump-sum discounts.(Jennifer)
02:22 - Clark Stinks - Some states ban credit card surcharges—know your local laws before overpaying at the pump. (Micah)
05:01 - Clark Stinks - Airline credit cards can pay for themselves with free checked bags—even on one trip a year. (Bob)
06:36 - Clark Stinks - Don’t make financial decisions based on future tariffs that haven’t taken effect. (Jim)
08:17 - Clark Stinks - After each CD in your ladder matures, reinvest wisely—and if retiring abroad, keep your MFA and VPN in place.(Tom)
10:42 - Clark Stinks - Use Google Maps to check real-time crowd levels before heading to stores like Costco. (Richard)
12:00 - Clark Stinks - You don’t need to quit your job to earn a teaching credential—many programs work with full-time schedules.(Tracy)
13:18 - Clark Stinks - Coppertone WaterBabies scored 100, but Coppertone Kids scored just 17—check before you buy. (Michael)
16:35 - Delta's Secret AI Pricing Exposed
24:31 - Ask Clark - Is airplane coffee safe to drink—and how often are water tanks cleaned? (CJ in AK)
25:55 - Ask Clark - What’s the best credit card setup for frequent corporate travelers who want personal travel rewards? (Catherine in NC)
28:19 - Ask Clark - When should you book Thanksgiving flights from NYC to Seattle to get the best price? (Bobbi in NY)
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