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The Paycheck Revolution: Should You Get Paid Anytime You Want?

In this episode of *Master Your Money: Budgeting, Saving, and Debt-Free Living*, Nate Tanner breaks down the pros and pitfalls of on-demand pay and early wage access. Learn how flexible pay can feel like freedom but often leads to financial drift. Nate shares real-world stories from his own experiences working variable and gig jobs, teaching...
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Red Flags of Financial Friction: Signs You Need a Money Reset

In this episode of *Master Your Money: Budgeting, Saving, and Debt-Free Living*, Nate Tanner shows you how to spot the early warning signs that your financial plan is under attack. Learn how small compromises turn into big problems, why ‘fight, flight, or freeze’ responses sabotage your future, and how to reset before financial friction becomes...
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Financial Love Languages: How You and Your Partner Value Money

In this episode of *Master Your Money: Budgeting, Saving, and Debt-Free Living*, Nate Tanner dives into how your love language influences your money habits—and how mismatched financial languages can quietly sabotage your spending plan. Whether you’re single or partnered, you’ll learn how to build emotional connection into your financial life. Packed with humor, practical examples,...
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The Marriage Money Triangle: You, Your Spouse, and the Budget

In this episode of *Master Your Money: Budgeting, Saving, and Debt-Free Living*, Nate Tanner dives into one of the biggest challenges couples face: building a united financial life. Discover how understanding your money personalities, building a team-first spending plan, navigating spender/saver tensions, and setting shared goals can transform your relationship. Includes light humor, pop culture...
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The Gator Got Me: Real Wins and Wipeouts

In this episode of *Master Your Money: Budgeting, Saving, and Debt-Free Living*, Nate Tanner opens up the mic for real moments—financial wipeouts and the wins that followed. From swiping games at the grocery store in Paraguay to a canceled bachelor party with a $2,000 price tag, this episode is packed with true stories, valuable lessons,...
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The Subscription Trap: Are You Paying for Nothing?

In this episode of *Master Your Money: Budgeting, Saving, and Debt-Free Living*, Nate Tanner dives into the world of subscriptions and uncovers why we stay subscribed even when we’re not using them. From forgotten fitness apps to random monthly charges, Nate unpacks the psychology behind subscription creep, shares a hilarious DDP Yoga story, and gives...
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The Budget Buddy System: Why You Shouldn’t Go It Alone

In this episode of *Master Your Money: Budgeting, Saving, and Debt-Free Living*, Nate Tanner reveals the power of having a budget buddy—someone to cheer you on, hold you accountable, and keep you from hiding your next Target haul. Learn how to choose the right accountability partner, set helpful check-in routines, and turn financial isolation into...
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The $5 Rule: Tiny Habits That Change Everything

In this episode of *Master Your Money: Budgeting, Saving, and Debt-Free Living*, Nate Tanner explores how small habits—like giving every $5 a job—can lead to major financial transformation. From legendary coaches to Mr. Miyagi, learn how mastering the fundamentals leads to long-term success. Packed with science, stories, humor, and the Triggator philosophy, this episode helps...
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The Money Mirror: What Your Spending Says About You

In this episode of *Master Your Money: Budgeting, Saving, and Debt-Free Living*, Nate Tanner explores how your spending habits reflect your values, priorities, and mindset. Learn how to categorize recent transactions as needs, wants, or whims, and discover what your financial decisions say about your deeper goals. Packed with relatable stories, self-awareness tools, and a...
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The Triggator Triangle: Budget, Save, Pay Off Debt in Harmony

In this episode, Nate Tanner introduces the Triggator Triangle—the core framework of budgeting, saving, and paying off debt in harmony. Learn what happens when your triangle gets out of balance, how to recalibrate with simple mindset shifts, and how to build a spending plan that grows with you. Includes a real-life listener story to illustrate...
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About the Host

Hi, I’m Nate Tanner—co-creator of Triggator, host of the Master Your Money podcast, and a firm believer that financial freedom is about more than just numbers on a spreadsheet.

I started Triggator and this podcast because I know what it’s like to feel stuck, stressed, and overwhelmed by money—and I also know that it doesn’t have to be that way. Over the years, I’ve helped countless people trade in their budgets for something better: a spending plan that actually fits their life, lets them save with confidence, and ditch debt for good.

Each episode, I blend real-world experience with practical tips, a little tough love, and maybe even a few dad jokes (fair warning). Whether you’re living paycheck to paycheck, trying to finally build that emergency fund, or just want to stop losing arguments with your Amazon cart, I’ve got your back.

I’m passionate about making personal finance simple, motivating, and—dare I say—fun. I love sharing listener stories, answering real-life questions, and challenging you to make small changes that lead to big results.

When I’m not behind the mic, you can find me chasing my kids, working on the Triggator app, or plotting my next victory over an alligator-sized expense.

Welcome to the show—let’s master your money together!