Episodes

  • The Cheapskate Hall of Fame!

    The Cheapskate Hall of Fame!
    Feb 10 2021
    Hello Cheapskates! Here is the Cheapskate Hall of Fame article for your reading pleasure; https://www.cnet.com/news/the-cheapskate-hall-of-fame-best-cheap-products-of-all-time/ And here is a link to a deal for one of the Fairywill electric toothbrushes we discussed as well: https://www.cnet.com/health/brush-for-a-full-year-with-this-ada-approved-electric-toothbrush-for-16/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    43 mins
  • Tile Trackers: The best cheap gadget you don't own

    Tile Trackers: The best cheap gadget you don't own
    Jan 27 2021
    Links to topics in this episode: ColdSnap ice cream maker: https://www.cnet.com/news/coldsnap-ice-cream-maker-pod-technology-ces-2021-keurig-of-ice-cream-product-we-all-need/ Samsung Galaxy S21: https://www.cnet.com/news/samsung-galaxy-s21-is-more-like-the-iphone-12-in-some-of-the-worst-ways-no-charger-no-expandable-storage/ Tile trackers: https://www.amazon.com/stores/page/A8695665-20D1-4CF6-97C4-4B20A96E8F3D?tag=cnet-buy-button-20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    31 mins
  • Cheap ways to make your TV viewing experience better

    Cheap ways to make your TV viewing experience better
    Jan 13 2021
    Hi Cheapskates, Here's a reminder that we have a new email address: cheapskateshow@redventures.com. Please send us your questions, tips and comments. We also have a small surprise in at the end of this week's show: Some bloopers. Should we keep including them after the sign-off? Let us know with an email so we know if you're enjoying them or not. Here are the links to stuff we mentioned in this week's episode: Amazfit Bip U Pro: https://www.cnet.com/news/the-amazfit-bip-u-pro-smartwatch-for-70-is-pretty-amazing/ CNET’s best soundbars for 2021: https://www.cnet.com/news/best-soundbar/ Sideclick: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Sideclick&ref=bl_dp_s_web_0&tag=cnet-buy-button-20 Couch arm tray tables: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=couch+arm+tray+table&ref=nb_sb_noss_2&tag=cnet-buy-button-20 Solving the dreaded soap-opera effect: https://www.cnet.com/how-to/soap-opera-effect-tom-cruise-wants-you-to-turn-it-off-heres-how/ Epic Games freebies: https://www.epicgames.com/store/en-US/free-games Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    30 mins
  • Squeeze more life out of your old phones, laptops and tablets

    Squeeze more life out of your old phones, laptops and tablets
    Jan 6 2021
    Happy New Year, Cheapskates! Here are the links to the articles and products we talked about in this episode: Wyze headphones: https://www.cnet.com/news/wyze-headphones-hands-on-sweet-features-and-impressive-anc-for-just-50/ Turn an old laptop into a Chromebook: https://www.cnet.com/how-to/how-to-turn-your-old-slow-laptop-into-an-awesome-chromebook-for-your-kids/ Stadia: https://stadia.google.com CloudReady: https://www.neverware.com/freedownload#intro-text Repurpose an old iPhone: https://www.cnet.com/how-to/dont-sell-or-trade-in-your-old-iphone-just-yet-8-ways-to-give-it-new-life-at-home/ TextPlus: https://www.cnet.com/news/textnow-just-unveiled-unlimited-free-calling-and-texting-but-data-is-an-optional-extra/ Repurpose an old Android phone: https://www.cnet.com/how-to/9-ingenious-ways-to-give-your-old-android-phone-new-life/ Repurpose an old iPad: https://www.cnet.com/how-to/6-new-uses-for-your-old-ipad/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    34 mins
  • Apple AirPods Max are DEFINITELY not worth the money

    Apple AirPods Max are DEFINITELY not worth the money
    Dec 16 2020
    It's our last episode before the holidays, so we'll see you again on January 4. But before then, we talked about why the AirPods Max aren't worth it, and a slew of other things. Here are the links that go with this episode: Cheap(ish) last-minute gifts: https://establishedtitles.com/  https://starregister.org/ Best noise-cancelling headphones under $100: https://www.cnet.com/news/best-noise-canceling-headphones-under-100-for-2020/ Best over-the-ear headphones: https://www.cnet.com/news/best-over-ear-headphones-of-2020-bose-sony-and-more/ Rick tried refurbished Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones, here's what happened: https://www.cnet.com/news/i-tried-refurbished-sony-wh-1000xm4-headphones-for-218-heres-what-happened/  Cheap Festivus poles: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=festivus+pole&ref=nb_sb_noss_2 https://shop.wagnercompanies.com/festivus-poles The Match.com commercial with Satan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qmb5ENInqVk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 mins
  • Cheap laptops: How to never spend more than $500 on a laptop

    Cheap laptops: How to never spend more than $500 on a laptop
    Dec 9 2020
    Here are a few additional resources to help you make smart choices on cheap laptops: https://www.cnet.com/news/best-laptop-under-500-of-2020-from-hp-lenovo-acer-and-more/ https://www.cnet.com/news/best-cheap-gaming-laptop-under-1000-for-2020/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    34 mins
  • The best, cheapest holiday gifts of 2020 part 2: Cheap harder

    The best, cheapest holiday gifts of 2020 part 2: Cheap harder
    Dec 2 2020
    We've gone back to the cheap gift well a second time. Here are links to all the gift ideas we discussed on the show: Rick’s Picks Cameo: https://www.cameo.com/ Tile: https://www.pntrac.com/t/8-11106-212732-144689?sid=[subid_value]&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thetileapp.com%2F&website=318966 Mixtiles: https://mixtiles.com/ Vava: https://www.anrdoezrs.net/links/3586864/type/dlg/sid/[subid_value]/https://www.vava.com/products/4k-ultra-short-throw-laser-projector-1 Dave’s Picks Bias lighting: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=tv+bias+lighting&ref=nb_sb_noss_2 Philips Hue Light bar: https://www.amazon.com/Philips-White-Color-Ambiance-Double/dp/B07GXB3S7Z/ref=sr_1_4 Backbone: https://playbackbone.com/products/backbone-one Solar Puff Lantern: https://www.bespokepost.com/store/solight-design-solar-puff-lantern-warm-white Model Space: https://www.model-space.com/us/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    31 mins
  • Bonus episode: The tech we're thankful for

    Bonus episode: The tech we're thankful for
    Nov 25 2020
    The show's a little different this week. No deals, no money-saving tips. Rick and Dave chat about the coolest tech they've enjoyed and are thankful for in 2020, with a few hopefully amusing diversions along the way. And bonus feature: It's a short show. We'll be back next week with the usual money-saving tips. You can talk to us at cheapskateshow@cbsinteractive.com.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    18 mins