It’s the debut of Couponing with Rachel on WEOL! Rachel shares some of her background and why she is determined to find the latest and greatest discounts that are out there, whether on a local or national level!
Ep. 2 – Big Screen, Bigger Savings!
There’s something special about going to see a movie on the big screen with a huge tub of buttered popcorn. However, it can sometimes be pricey. Not to worry, because Rachel has our back! Rachel shares the latest movie theater discounts , the latest drive-in deals, and how to get the most bang for your buck at the movies all summer long!
Ep. 3 – Clearance, Clearance, Clearance!
Look out for that clearance rack! Everyone loves stumbling on a good deal, but how do we know where to look? Rachel Krych of Couponing with Rachel made her weekly visit and talked all about clearance deals. Rachel told us how to spot the savings, how pricing varies across stores for similar products, and to check those clearance racks often!
Ep. 4 – Prime Time for Savings
It’s Amazon Prime Day, and Rachel joined the Morning Show to the best deals on one of the year’s biggest online sales days! Amazon Prime members have the chance to save some serious cash on tablets, fire sticks, and other devices! Plus, Rachel told us all about how brick and mortar retailers will try to compete.
Ep. 5 – Back to School Supplies
Back-to-school shopping can be a pain and a bit expensive. But it doesn’t have to be that way! Rachel shared some crucial tips to saving on school supplies, including checking what you already may have stowed away somewhere, shopping online, and leaving the kids at home while you hit the store.
Ep. 6 – Saving on Fun in the Sun
Summer break may be almost over, but there are still plenty of affordable ways to enjoy some fun in the sun! Coupon queen Rachel Krych of Couponing With Rachel made her weekly visit as she talked all about summer savings! Rachel advised to check out your local library for free programs for the entire family, checking out our beaches and Metro Parks, plus upcoming city events! Oh, and grab your popcorn for the latest movie discounts!
Ep. 7 – Tax-Free Weekend!
Ohio’s tax-free weekend is almost here, running from August 5th-7th. If you have been holding off on back-to-school shopping, Rachel tells us why now is the perfect time to get the most bang for your buck! Her three main tips to keep in mind are plan, research, and stack your savings!
Ep. 8 – What’s Better Than “On Sale”? FREE!
This week is all about stocking up on those essential items when they’re free via coupons, including personal health items like deodorant and toothpaste. Plus, for the sweet tooth of the house, Rachel has the latest candy deals as well!
Ep. 9 – Back to School Lunch Savings!
With class back in session around Lorain County, Rachel’s weekly column in the Chronicle-Telegram this episode focuses on on how parents can save on school lunches with some easy tips! From getting creative with your own homemade lunches to taking advantage of free lunch programs, there are plenty of ways to save some cash this school year
Ep. 10 – Old-School Cool Savings
They always say to listen to and respect your elders. In fact, Rachel knows there are plenty of older folks who know the best ways to save money. With many having grown up in the Depression era, they had to get creative with the way they saved cash. Rachel joined the show to share her weekly column in the Chronicle-Telegram, which talked all about old-fashioned money saving tips and tricks, as well as the top deals of the week!
Ep. 11 – Fighting College Expenses
With kids officially back in classes, those at the collegiate level are probably finding out the hard way just how expensive some of those textbooks are. Rachel started her college journey at LCCC and shared some ways she was able to save, from renting books to checking Facebook marketplace and other online outlets!
Ep. 12 – Pass… or Play?
Doing fun activities with your family can be a challenge with a smaller budget. While the cost upfront can be a bit more, Rachelsays that a season pass or membership can often be a better choice for a family. She returned to the Morning Show to talk about the reasons why that has saved her some cash. Plus, Rachel shared this week’s top deals!
Ep. 13 – YouTube University
Who’s said “Oh I learned that on YouTube!”, before? We certainly have. Rachel joined the show to talk about why YouTube tutorials can be a money saver in so many ways, from helping with DIY home and cell phone repairs to getting your appliances running properly.
Ep. 14 – Save It While You’re Young
It’s never too early to start putting some extra cash away! No one knows that better than Rachel! She shared valuable tips and lessons for saving money while you’re young, including knowing the true value of coupons/deals and getting what you can for free!
Ep. 15 – Changes to Black Friday Shopping!
It’s (almost) the holiday season! That means cold weather, hot chocolate, and uhhh… oh yeah! LOTS of shopping! Rachelmade her weekly stop to talk about some of this year’s changes to Black Friday shopping! From shopping earlier to saving time money to shopping earlier and online, this shopping season will be crazy, and Rachel has you covered!
Ep. 16 – Easing Holiday Shopping Stress
The winter shopping season can be stressful, and Rachel made her weekly visit to talk about how to find deals to ease the holiday stress.
Ep. 17 – Shopping Tips to Save on Groceries
Grocery bills can be, well, not small. However, many want to keep their families fed without having to compromise on nourishment. Chronicle-Telegram Coupon Queen Rachel Krych returned this week for her tips on saving while still feeding her household of boys, including buying in bulk, eating leftovers, sticking with water, and more!
Ep. 18 – Gift Ideas to Curb Your Holiday Spending
Whether you want to save money, go the eco-friendly route, or are at a loss on what to give this year, The Chronicle-Telegram Coupon Queen Rachel Krych shared some cost-saving holiday gift ideas that should be normalized.
Ep. 19 – Avoid Holiday Shopping Mistakes
Time is almost out to finish those holiday shopping lists! Coupon Queen Rachel Krych stopped by to share some crucial holiday shopping mistakes to avoid this month!
Ep. 20 – Saving at Indoor Water Parks
It may be cold outside, but there are still places you can go to feel like you’re in paradise! Indoor water parks are perfect for just that, and we are blessed with some awesome parks here in northern Ohio! This week, Rachel talked about ways to save on some of those pricey overnight stays.
Ep. 21 – Search for those Clearance Items!
Who’s ready for those after-Christmas sales? Rachel returned to the Morning Show to tell us all about what you’ll find on clearance this week and heading into the New Year!
Ep. 22 – Apps and Fitness Goals!
This is the year you can stick to those fitness New Year’s Resolutions! You can do it! Rachel uses a ton of free fitness apps on her phone to help get workouts in, plus, good old YouTube is never a bad way to find some free fitness tips.
Ep. 23 – Birthday Freebies!
Whether you celebrate your birth day or the entire month long, be sure to grab some freebies! Rachel shared a few of her favorite birthday discounts to save you some cash on your latest trip around the sun. From Starbucks to Buffalo Wild Wings and even Ulta, there’s sure to be some birthday savings for everyone.
Ep. 24 – Budgeting for a Cruise Getaway
Does the cold weather have you down? Already looking to warmer days? Well, how about a cruise? Too expensive you say? Nonsense! Rachel made her weekly visit and talked all about tips on how to budget for a cruise getaway! From booking early to using a travel agent, there are easy steps everyone can take to save on their excursion.
Ep. 25 – Finding Deals on Specific Items
Reader’s have been asking Rachel about finding coupons for stuff they don’t buy, such as processed foods, and how they can save on things they do buy, like healthy fruits and veggies! Well, Rachel has some awesome tips, including connecting with the companies and brands you purchase, shopping online, and trying to save elsewhere outside of your diet.
Ep. 26 – Tips to Sweeten Your Valentine’s Day
It’s almost Valentine’s Day! What do you have in mind for that special someone? Well, if you’re having trouble finding something to buy or do that fits in your budget, we’ve got help! Rachel stopped by and shared key tips on how to sweeten your Valentine’s Day without breaking the bank!
Ep. 27 – Frugal Ways to Bond With Teen Kids
It can be tough for parents to bond with their teenage kids, especially when doing so on a budget! Rachel returned to the show to talk about all the different ways parents can bond with their teens without breaking the bank! From grabbing lunch to enjoying video games or a movie together, there are tons of options!
Ep. 28 – Using the Flashfood App
Do you know about the Flashfood App? Well, you should! The app helps stores sell food nearing expiration date at a discounted rate, sometimes up to 50% off! Consumers who download the app can browse stores in their area for a great bargain. Rachel stopped by to talk about the app and some of the deals she’s been able to score with it.
Ep. 29 – Saving on Produce
It can be tough to find affordable and healthy foods. Often times fruits and vegetables carry a hefty price tag. Rachel returned for her weekly interviews as she shared all kinds of tips on how to save money when shopping for produce.
Ep. 30 – Budget for a Beach Getaway
Last week, Rachel took a much-needed getaway to Miami Beach! Now, she’s back, and wants to help you save on your next beach trip! Rachel shared all kinds of saving tips, from what to pack, saving money on airfare and lodging, and even how to save a bit on food cost!
Ep. 31 – Saving With Reusable Items
Over recent years, more households have been embracing reusable products to save money and become more environmentally stable. The same goes for Rachel! She made her weekly stop to talk about some money-saving reusable items, like kitchen towels, grocery and shopping bags, k-cups, and more!
Ep. 32 – The Importance of Budgeting
Some hate the word “budget”. Some are even afraid of it. But not Rachel! Rachel stopped by to talk all about the importance of budgeting and how it can help you stop overspending while reaching your financial goals.
Ep. 33 – Easter Savings
Easter can be a sneaky holiday in terms of financial strain! Thankfully, it doesn’t have to be that way! Rachel returned to the show to share her tips on lowering the cost of the Easter season.
Ep. 34 – Items to Avoid at the Dollar Store
Dollar stores are a great way to get something you need for the low. But, there are items to avoid! Rachel joined the guys as she shared her tips on items to potentially avoid at the dollar stores, including beauty products, paper products, batteries, and more.
Ep. 35 – Spring Cleaning on a Budget
Ready to spruce up your home for spring? You don’t have to spend much money to give it a fresh new look. Rachel shared some key tips for updating your home on a budget!
Ep. 36 – Gardening While on a Budget
Spring time means back to the garden! But getting the plants you want can get pricey if you don’t stick to your budget. Rachel stopped by to help save some green in your wallet while getting some fresh green in the garden.
Ep. 37 – Saving When Buying Meats
Coupons aren’t always so easy to find for meat products. If you aren’t careful, meat can be a budget-buster! Rachel returned to share tips on how she saves time and money when shopping and preparing meat.
Ep. 38 – “Tips” for Gratuity
Some of us may have reached a “tipping” point when it comes to gratuity. Is tipping always a good idea? Who should we tip? How much should we tip? Rachel returned to the Morning Show to answer those questions and more!
Ep. 39 – Celebrate Mother’s Day on a Budget
Trying to celebrate Mother’s Day this weekend on a budget? You’re in luck! Rachel shared how you can make this Mother’s Day special on any size budget!
Ep. 40 – Tips on how to Save at the Pump
Gas is getting… no, it HAS been pricey! What do we do? Rachel talked about saving at the pump, which can include getting loyalty cards, using advantage pay, and more!
Ep. 41 – Appreciation Gifts for Educators
School is (almost) out for the summer! We should show our educators some appreciation for another year of hard work teaching our kids! Rachel talked about some low-budget, practical gifts that kids can get their teachers before school lets out for the summer.
Ep. 42 – Knowledge is Power
Knowledge is power, and that’s especially true when it comes to saving money and understanding coupons. Rachel talked about the importance of knowing everything about your coupons, from expiration dates to the fine print!
Ep. 43 – Summer Reading
Rachel talked all about summer reading this week as local libraries begin their summer reading programs and kids looks to complete their summer reading assignments. Plus, did you know kids can earn free pizza and Chuck E. Cheese tokens just for reading this summer?
Ep. 44 – Fourth of July Savings
Get more “bang” for your buck this holiday! This week, Rachel talked all things savings for the Fourth of July! Try camping out, and instead of buying your own fireworks, check out a public display in your city! There’s also kinds of options to make the 4th an “exploding-ly” fun time!
Ep. 45 – Car Insurance for Teen Drivers
Do you have a teen learning to drive this summer? Thinking about them on the road, and the ensuing car insurance costs, can be scary! Rachel talked about finding the best insurance rates for your young drivers and what kind of coverage best suits them! Plus, Rachel shared her tips on navigating this month’s Amazon Prime days!
Ep. 46 – Amazon Prime Day is Here!
Amazon Prime Day is here! Prime members are all “primed” for exclusive deals and discounts on Amazon. Rachel helps us navigate all of the savings that can be found on this big day!
Ep. 47 – Saving at Drugstores
Before she started couponing, Rachel used to reserve stops at local drugstores for those late-night medicine emergencies, or for a pit-stop for snacks while travelling! Rachel joined the guys for her weekly visit and talked about all of the different ways you can save at drugstores, from joining loyalty programs to taking advantage of that clearance section!
Ep. 48 – July 25th – Start Early on Back-to-School Shopping
Anyone else seeing those back to school ads yet? Sorry kids, but it’s right around the corner! And parents, that means school supplies shopping needs to be done! Rachel made her weekly stop and talked about starting early on back-to-school shopping and the many ways you can save.
Ep. 49 – End of Summer Savings
August is here and school is right around the corner. That doesn’t mean there aren’t still fun and affordable ways to enjoy this summer! Rachel made her weekly visit and shared some great ways to enjoy the end of summer, from planning a quick beach day to checking out free outdoor events, the possibilities are endless!
Ep. 50 – Avoid These Attempts to Save Money
Plenty of folks know what to do to save money. But what about what not to do? The Chronicle-Telegram’s Coupon Queen Rachel Krych made her weekly stop on the show as she talked with the guys about five things coupon users shouldn’t do!
Ep. 51 – Saving on Subscriptions
Now may be a good time to cancel some subscriptions. That may be the answer to the question of where so much of your hard-earned money is going every month! Rachel discussed some of the savings that may come your way simply by cancelling some of those subscriptions, whether it be streaming services, restaurant offers, or more.
Ep. 52 – Tips When Buying in Bulk
Buying in bulk can save you time and money, but it also can have some pitfalls. Rachel made her weekly stop on the show as she shared some key tips to keep in mind when deciding to stock up.
Ep. 53 – Top-Value Foods!
When it comes to grocery shopping, it pays to shop smart. Rachel made her weekly stop as she talked about six top-value foods that she regularly buys to save her wallet and make meal planning easier.
Ep. 54 – Budgeting at the Grocery Store
Are you overspending on groceries each month? No worries, the Coupon Queen is here! Rachel made her weekly stop as she shared a few quick tips on how to save money on groceries before you even set foot in the store.
Ep. 55 – Being Frugal vs. Being Cheap
How can you differentiate between being frugal and cheap? Rachel joined us this morning to talk about some of the differences, such as selectively spending versus not spending at all.
Ep. 56 – Hotel Deals
Whether it’s a big family vacation or a weekend getaway with friends, Rachel is always looking for a good hotel deal. Rachel made her weekly stop on the Morning Show to share a few things she does when looking for a bargain on an overnight stay.
Ep. 57 – Prepare for Upcoming Weeks of Savings!
Gear up for a massive two weeks of savings! Rachel wants all of our listeners to take advantage of four huge deals at a few stores in the upcoming days, including Target, Walgreens, Walmart, and Amazon!
Ep. 58 – Money-Saving Apps!
More technology isn’t always a great thing. But, it does give us more ways to save money! Chronicle-Telegram Coupon Queen Rachel Krych talked about all of the different money saving phone apps that are out there, as well as other ways tech can help save you some cash!
Ep. 59 – Halloween Shouldn’t Have a Scary Price Tag
Halloween is full of scare and fright, but it shouldn’t require a scary price tag! Rachel talked about all kinds of ways to save money on costumes this year, from building off a previous costume to going thrifting!
Ep. 60 – Drugstore Deals Go Deep!
Drugstores are more than just a late-night pit stop for snacks or meds. The deals go deeper than you think! Rachel shared some of her favorite drugstore perks that help save her some serious cash!
Ep. 61 – Planning Savings into Your Trip!
Chronicle-Telegram Coupon Queen Rachel Krych is always planning a trip! But that can be costly! So, how does she save? Rachel shared her money saving advice while on the go!
Ep. 62 – Early Holiday Shopping
It’s (almost) the holiday season! That, as we know, means it’s time for holiday shopping. Rachel talked about tips for starting early on this year’s holiday shopping, including taking a peak at some of the deals certain major retailers have going on right now.
Ep. 63 – Ways to Make Memberships Pay Off
With so many grocery and household items soaring in price, many are wondering about joining a warehouse club such as Costco or Sam’s Club. Rachel made her weekly visit as she talked about the various ways that you can make those warehouse club memberships worth it!
Ep. 64 – Holiday Shopping Pitfalls to Avoid
Holiday shopping can be fun, but it can also be stressful when keeping track of gifts! Rachel is here to save the day as she shared some key holiday shopping pitfalls to avoid when grabbing gifts for those loved ones.
Ep. 65 – Budgeting Tips When Thrift Shopping
Thrift shopping is a great way to save money year-round, but what about during the holiday shopping season? Rachel shared some key budgeting tips to keep in mind while thrift shopping!
Ep. 66 – Five Items to Always Buy on a Deal
No one wants to miss a deal! Rachel joined as she discussed five different items that you should always buy on a deal, whether it’s just a regular sale or with a coupon!
