Answering Your Most Frequently Asked Questions (50k subscriber Q&A)

[@marusholilac]

I'm a very old guy with 4 grandchildren, 3 in college and 1 a year out of college. When I watch your videos it helps me to understand what the young people of today are dealing with, which is unrelated to my life experiences. I am skeptical, suspicious by nature, and I'm pleased to see that your emphasis on scams is finding an audience. I almost never disagree with your skewering of predatory industries and practices, and recommend selected videos of yours to the grandchildren, when they are in a situation in which your advice could help out. Besides you are relatable in a way that I can't be. I wouldn't fret over an increased geezer audience. We just think the world has gone to hell in a handbasket, and are happy to see a young person with the same beefs.

[@LynsAlteredArts]

I’m a boomer also and I’ve always wondered what a handbasket was and why you need one to go to hell. If you like scam videos you will probably love Hannah Alonzo, she specifically focuses on MLM‘s and influencers.

[@lewis2553]

​​@@LynsAlteredArtsI'm in my late 60s. You see handbaskets in places like Foodland, Dollar Tree, or farmers markets for shopping or carrying fruit or vegetables. They're usually made of plastic or other stuff that would burn up quickly and offer no protection to their contents (as opposed to the protection offered by Jesus Christ). I think the saying about going to hell in a handbasket gained popularity back when George Utley, said as probably the funniest line in a special episode of the otherwise BORING Bob Newhart show. What made it so funny was hearing it roll out of the mouth of the normally gentle, soft-spoken George. And, no, you don't have to have a handbasket to go THERE! 😬

[@LynsAlteredArts]

@@lewis2553 That’s funny but we just call it a basket. Where I live we call a shopping cart a shopping cart, and I know other parts of the country call it a buggy, so probably a regional thing. I’m thinking the saying must be older than that because I seem to remember my parents saying it long before Bob Newhart and long before those baskets were in markets. I love Bob Newhart, love him, love him. I’m going to have to go watch some old Bob Newhart shows.

[@lewis2553]

@@LynsAlteredArts You're right. That saying is probably way older than the Bob Newhart show.

[@markburk7022]

Really she's wacked dude.She hits all the progressive lefts talking points and I show her no quarter for her slander of her fellow man it's disturbing, either she's doing it for more tears or more views, I say fake.

[@dabprod]

Guard your privacy. You live in Canada, that's more than anybody needs to know. Love your channel.

[@shellysimon6392]

Hi Nicole, I'm 64 and PLEASE know those idiots are not the face of us aging people that can appreciate valuable info on any subjects from anywhere....I am so sorry you experienced/are experiencing the lowlifes of our society :( PS-vegan here 5 yrs now!! Looking forward to your next 50,000!! Thank you!

[@MoreLifePlease]

"Stay out of debt' is excellent advice. I let my credit card debt get away from me once many years ago and it took me years of playing "musical chairs" with various cards, transferring the balances over and over to cards with lower interest rates, to dig myself out. Once I did, though, I swore "never again" and I never have. Such a relief! Some good advice I read from some rich dude back around that same time: "There are two types of people in the world (aren't there always?).....those who understand interest and collect it and those who don't and pay it."

[@zidan40o0]

Please never change. Congrats on the 50k!

[@pablodelsegundo9502]

That's almost a curse. Only dysfunctional humans never change.

[@SidikaTuncCandogan]

Is this even possible? Are you the same person as you were last year? Be realistic please

[@lynnoorman2144]

Perhaps a house tour after this year's rennovations, please? Btw Im 65, female, and really enjoy your perspective on life - i wish i had been as articulate and clear sighted at your age! Thank you.

[@MadisonBriggsArtchick]

I’m a very safe Baby Boomer. I am kind of a hippie chick, an artist, 65 and I think your channel rocks!

[@RussellJRussell]

I’m 58. No creepy comments from me. And I’m sorry that you get old creeps commenting at all. Some of us old dudes actually have our heads on straight. Yes! George Carlin was indeed not a comedian! He just told it like it is, and I love him for that. Keep up the good work, Nicole! I enjoy your videos. 👍

[@petermartin9494]

I am a creep and proud of it.

[@robertkrumm2470]

Being frugal does not mean you do not spend money being frugal means you spend money selectively on things that are important to you

[@joaquimrodriguez8961]

Spend on needs not wants.

[@Missy-Missy1111]

I enjoy your channel because you don't push extreme frugality & miminalism. I enjoy it because of your straight forward, no-nonsense attitude. Lastly, I enjoy your channel because of the pertinent topics you discuss. Keep up the REALSOME work!

[@dmjames1972]

That’s a good angle. Agree. Even while not necessarily agreeing with some of her rather more gloomy viewpoints, I def get them and just appreciate no nonsense realism. Esp someone. It desperate for attention or wanting to be liked- just this is who I am, like it or leave it.

[@gracesimplified3860]

I’m 64 and enjoy your humor and perspective. You give voice to many of my own opinions. I admire your confidence and clarity of your opinion. Keep up the great work. I’m a Californian born and raised and hope you get the opportunity to experience the diversity of this very large state with its beaches, mountains, deserts, Savannas, and forests. Congratulations on your 50K.

[@kelvinpell4571]

1. Bangs (fringes)...fine 2. Levi is a gorgeous boy 3. Not all us 60+ people (and guys) are weirdos. Some of us watch all kinds of content from your stuff to Rick Beato and all points inbetween 4. Keep doing what you are doing

[@LindaDooWop]

You're adorable, Nicole! I love your sense of humor too!

[@TheREALJosephTurner]

Congrats on 50K, Nicole! You deserve it. Here's to the next 50K! P.S.- Being a 30+ KZbinr isn't nearly as crazy as the number of us 50+ viewers that have successfully applied some of your advice! Never change!

[@ayrairl]

Yes to updated house tour!! 🫶🏼

[@Lbbdavis]

Congrats on the 50k!

[@dragonsixtyseven1066]

Nicole, you are a gem. Congrats on 50K subs. Happy to be one. Great content.

[@jamiesmith4293]

17:42 "do you worry you'll regret not traveling?" "no." I'm with you. I have never traveled, and I'm still fine with it, decades later. I just don't care.

[@vivian9803]

If there’s anything I dislike in life, it’s travel and that was even back in the days when you were served a hot meal on an airplane, presented on real plates with nice cutlery! And the airplane seats fit more than a sardine! 😆 There’s no place like home…

[@lorijones564]

I'm 67 and I love your channel! Keep up the good work!

[@antillie7]

Semi old (41) and I like how you speak your mind in a confident manner. Your hair looks great btw.

[@crabwalk7773]

Nicole's hair looks enviously thick!

[@ronaldzeoli7528]

I'am 73 and i love south park. I also think your channel has a lot to offer people . Keep it up.

[@CaptinCorupt]

I hope you hit 100k subscribers!! congrats!

[@SmilingBeaver-ou7nc]

Congratulations Nicole 🎉🎉 Levi is adorable 💙

[@heatherlindemann5189]

I’m 52 years old and always enjoy your videos. 😀 You are smart and fun. Yes to a house tour.

[@DonnasWonderland]

Love the Simpsons inserts it always makes me chuckle 🙊

[@marianmoses9604]

Yep. I concur. This tail-end “boomer” loves both the Simpson’s and Peanuts. South Park is a scream too, but sometimes gets a bit too vulgar, obscene, and edgy for my taste - but their social commentaries are often spot-on.

[@DonnasWonderland]

@@marianmoses9604 from what I can tell I am the first year of the millennials so I definitely have the Gen x vibe too

[@debseyler2817]

You mentioned older people watching your channel. I AM 55, I’ve been following you for a year. (I am a Mom and female) 😊. I follow you because I learn a TON from my 20 year old son and I learn from younger people and I learn a lot from you.

[@stigohara4961]

100 % with you about realtors.

[@Hremo_158]

Congrats Nicole! Great Q&A!

[@AlyssaWallen]

Thank you for sharing about the difference between vegan and plant based! I’ve also been vegan for almost 7 years and I love your channel. Congrats on 50k+ subscribers 🙌

[@allkindsamusicchick]

It always crosses my mind....the safety of the women whose content I view. Please continue to stay safe. You're a smart girl. Just know...that there were creeps long before the internet, however, due to the internet....they've got greater access...to wreak havoc. Simply do not respond to them. Block them, and....please err on the side of caution...protecting yourself...in every which way. Take good care. I will finish this episode now. 😊

[@steveweizman7888]

Congratulations on passing 50K!! You're beautiful 😊 Keep up the great work 👍

[@jenniferwutt4284]

I concur with your comedic taste! I enjoy all of the shows and comedians you have mentioned. Keep being you. I am learning so much. As a gen xer, I love your generation. I raised a son in your same generation and I am equally impressed with his truth telling, work ethic, and sensibility. You are both intelligent, funny, and wise beyond your years.

[@libbyannstew8775]

Well done on reaching 50K subscribers; I remember when you were striving for 10K! You’ve worked hard and deserve every success.

[@LindaDooWop]

I love Levi, and I love how well you take care of him!

[@MA-tl1ek]

I followed you when u had 10k I knew you’re going far because you’re so refreshing I’m so happy many people follow you now ❤

[@dawnsie313]

Hi Nicole.. 50 yr old here.. Sorry about the crappy comments. I appreciate what you are doing and wish you the best.

[@Jah-st2bn]

Your content is awesome. Congratulations! 🎉

[@thomaschew2191]

I'm a boomer. The biggest life changer for us in the last 20 years was our getting control over our finances. I rarely disagree with you on that topic. One thing that has come out of our financial situation is that I don't worry about what others think about me and when someone asks me a question about finances, I tell the truth and I think you do the same. I don't expect other people to think or act like me and most of my fellow boomers are of the same mindset. There are jerks of all ages out there. I believe there are a lot of people out there that self-medicate by finding fault with others. Take care Nicole.

[@carmenhunter4380]

You're brilliant Nicole! Thank you!❤

[@jboughtin7522]

Congrats on the 50K benchmark! That's awesome. Sorry to hear about the inappropriate comments. You must be diligent about deleting them, because I usually breeze through your comment section and have never seen them.

[@McGuire40695]

12:43 "The whole point was to stir up a little bit of drama because it's fun." Love the snarky jokes like that, dearly! Your videos are always so insightful, and your sense of humor is definitely up my alley. Congrats on the 50k subs and all of your hard work, Nicole!

[@evermore4487]

My favorite irreverent frugalist... ♡ Congratulations on the sub milestone. Continued success... carry on!

[@gretelwhite8088]

Nice one! I really can't believe that people presume the right to make such personal and judgemental comments about things that are none of their business. What you choose to share is our privilege, not a right. You absolutely have a right to your private life staying just that, private. As an 'over double 30', I apologise for the nasty trolls who behave so badly. Personally, I really enjoy a real person sharing their journey, the 'perfect people' are much less interesting and genuine. I love your 'scam' videos, and see them as you speaking truth to consumer society and making us all more aware of the way in which the marketers try to shape us all into behaving as they would have us act. I have long seen the adverts on TV as ways of reminding me how many things I just don't need in life. Keep going, Nicole, you are great!

[@cybergrail]

Congratulations on 50,000. I love your content and your delivery.

[@cynthiahoward2285]

Congratulations on the 50,000! Yes please do an updated house tour. BTW I am an older subscriber also at 56 and I love your content!

[@lisaaxe9062]

❤Carlin! AND your videos, Nicole! Im 61 and have learned more from you than anywhere else👍🏽

[@davidbeise7385]

Although I'm a boomer I'm certainly not anything like you described some old guys. I've been coaching young people in finance, economics and trading for decades so it's really nice to see a young person using solid principles in those subjects to move forward in life. I am happy that there are younger people able to connect with other young people on the subject and instill some perspective in them that is sorrily missing. Keep up your work Nicole, it's invaluable to those who listen to it and apply it.

[@cynthiadeg9206]

David, what do you think of JEPQ?

[@davidbeise7385]

@@cynthiadeg9206 It depends on what your objectives are as well as the time frame you are looking at.

[@BarbosaUral]

I'm a boomer. I have standards and manners. You'll never hear sexualized comments come from me. And actually, I'm not bold enough to ask questions, appropriate ones or not. The most I would say to you is I never thought you were 30 (or over 30). And I agree with you, staying out of debt is the most important money saving tip. I never cared much for the Simpsons or Charlie Brown or Mickey Mouse. But truth be told, I did (still do) like Ren and Stimpy. Not to mention South Park (Team America movie), and George Carlin was always my favorite comedian. Looney Tunes cartoons will never get old for me.

[@jazztanszak]

😮 20:04 😮😮😮 20:08 20:08🎉 in 😮v😅 20:14 😅😅 20:17 20:18 20:10 😮😮😮😮😮😅😅 21:26 😅😮😮😅 21:37 😮

[@kimfontaine7453]

Ren and Stimpy!! Love them, 48 years young .....:)

[@BarbosaUral]

@@kimfontaine7453I like you already!

[@robertflores8789]

this is pretty awesome! 50k!! congratulations!! Keep those videos coming! I look forward to an uncompromised perspective! friggin youtube is so much better than TV

[@thierrykillian8419]

I think you doing you is GREAT,and I'm 64 love your content, keep it up!!!

[@annanajduch5201]

I'm 50. I watch people of all ages on YT. If they have domething to offer me (laughter, information, etc), then I watch.

[@fryque]

I fit the demographic that you mentioned [older etc.] But I watch, and recommend, your channel because of the great information.

[@itschidera]

congrats on 50k subscribers Nicole. I really enjoy watching your videos. Plus you motivate me to want to be frugal.

[@fourdayhomestead2839]

Another older person here. I enjoy the content & sense of humor. Congratulations on increased subscribers.

[@rose2525bud]

I live in Clovis, California I absolutely love everything here! The weather, people and culture. Politics in California had me wanting to leave 🤪🥸. I absolutely love your KZbin channel, I relate to your sense of humor & I’m 55. I’m so glad my son takes after me, he has me in stitches all the time. Keep up the great videos 🤩👍🏻

[@MoreLifePlease]

Wasn't Clovis once listed as the happiest city or town in the United States?

[@bouji_]

@@MoreLifePleaseI have a hard time believing this since it's right next to Fresno. lol

[@dmjames1972]

Gotta say, I’m quite envious of anyone who absolutely loves where they live. Most ppl around me love it here as they were born and raised her but for me, it’s so insular and def not me. I don’t love it. Sure, there are things I like tho but things I hate too!

[@rose2525bud]

@@bouji_ I hear ya, just went to the Tower & it’s heartbreaking.

[@mountain-mornings]

Im a 36 year old vegan, child_free by choice, entrepreneur, minimalist, that doesn’t like sci-fi or believe in an afterlife and was an emo in my teens. Haha Hard to find other people like me, especially women for some reason. Really glad I found your channel! Nice to watch someone relatable for once. 🙂

[@thomashilmersen711]

You rule. Keep up the good work.

[@danielaivanova8551]

I totaly understand you about the bangs, when I was 16 I had the same problem, but one day i just snapped and put them up with hairpins - i looked awful for 3 months but I will never go back to bangs. BE STRONG!!1 😂

[@Intellmac]

Congrats!!! Thank you for the video!

[@stowie7733]

Congratulations on50k!! I’m of the boomer generation but still find your content valuable to me and my current lifestyle. Keep up the great work!

[@ayrairl]

Woohoo!!! Congrats on 50k :)

[@leemccluskey8522]

Hi nicole, Congrats to your channel growing so well! Looking forward to 100 k and another q and a video. Take care

[@ginajordan5016]

Thanks for answering my question!

[@gordonsellenartist174]

Congratulations on 50 K subscribers.💜

[@stillplay30]

I really enjoy your channel. Love the way you get your point across in the videos

[@writercard4]

I’m a 59 year old woman and I like your content

[@pinkroses8714]

I am a 69 year old woman and I like Nicole's channel too ! I do love her humour and wisdom.

[@tessajetta8146]

I’m 59 and I follow your channel, from Texas

[@marko63362]

I generally don’t comment on KZbin , except in rare occasions. Being close to retirement and having lived through many ups and downs over the years, I must say that your wisdom and approach to needs vs wants and financial savvy demonstrates a wisdom far beyond your years. I found and joined your channel in hoping of finding some quality advice that I can share with my teenage sons. By now they are tired of their dad saying pretty much the same things as you mentioned in your videos. I do hope that they join your channel and start watching. Thank you for producing this content.

[@MilaN-lt2mq]

Congratulations on 50K subscribers! I would be curious to see the changes you've made to the house so far. I am in the planning stages of a remodel and it may give me some ideas.

[@jitkakahounova9547]

One possible explanation: It could be that the bangs are covering your eyebrows completely and those are important for overall face expression or mimics (English is not my 1st language, sorry) and some people may have trouble reading it 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@vivian9803]

That’s an accurate observation about eyebrows in general.

[@ashleynichols6001]

I loved your response to the “personal” questions 😂 curiosity is only natural, but I think that anyone who fixates on what others are doing isn’t getting any of their own 😂😂 Go, Nicole!

[@MoreLifePlease]

What the FOMO question people seem to miss is that being frugal with respect to things that are not terribly important to a person is a major part of what affords them the money, and the liberty that the money enables, to do the things they really do want to do and go places they really do want to go without having to scrimp on those items. It's just a matter of intelligent resource allocation.

[@andyr49]

I'm 58 and I get super creeped out when I see men in my age range hitting on 20 something year olds, yuck! I love your non-nonsense outlook on finances and personal decisions. Good luck on getting 100k subs in the near future!

[@MoNATUREnique]

I can definitely see you getting to a 100k. You are hilarious and practical 😂.

[@Uma06]

Love your videos.. thanks for sharing, your maturity goes beyond your years. Keep growing. Cheers from Costa Rica ✌️🇨🇷

[@brendadunston9895]

Hi Nicole! Congratulations on the 50K ! :)

[@annettetoohey8934]

66yrs old and love your vlogs ❤

[@VegActive]

Good luck on 100k, love your aspects on stuff!! Thanks

[@victorbaird8220]

Your videos are so wonderful to listen to 😊

[@mht5875]

Congrats on the 50K!

[@stalesunday]

i have celiac disease, and i appreciate you understanding how hard it is, to the point that it is your worst fear! i find that so sweet for some reason haha

[@SourSopShop]

I enjoy your content! Your personally is amazing, congrats on 50k well deserved

[@sunnylight5753]

Yup, ‘They Went There’

[@CupcakeCottage]

I’d like to suggest that you split your bangs at your natural part and thin them out a bit. It would be very flattering.

[@chuckeelhart1746]

Work and money are both a means to their own ends. Work enough and you won’t need to work anymore. Save enough money and you won’t need to save any more.

[@jorgedelasfuentes4487]

Thank you for the vegan recipes recommendations! Hope you have a lovely day, Nicole! Congrats on 50K! 🎉

[@nowherebound2908]

Congrats on 50k! Great answers to questions, too.

[@danitajaye7218]

Love to see a house tour! I'm a new follower, and I'm super happy to be here!

[@TheAngloAfrican]

Talking about Star Wars and Star Trek: ‘I hate that nerd shit’ Bahahaha, love that.

[@mettamorph4523]

She is unabashedly her authentic self, without rudeness. It admirable.

[@blueskysummit6153]

Congratulations on 50K subscribers. You're my type of person and yeah, boomer here. 😄😄

[@Edmund_Mallory_Hardgrove]

Congrats on your channels success. I find this new aspect of human interaction fascinating (e.g. social media, content creators). It's a simulacrum of human relationships that has only been around for 15-20 years, and I think a lot of people haven't quit adapted to it. I guess for some the simulacrum is so convincing that they actually start to believe they have, or could have, a personal relationship with the content creator. I don't know. But it is interesting.

[@johannathorisdottir2456]

Congrats on 50k your are awesome

[@grahamdoyle3168]

HI Nicole I think your doing a fantastic job. I am also in the GTA and am getting a lot of tips from your videos. Congrats on 50k. Thank you

[@joe-edward]

Thank you so much for being Vegan and for giving it such a straightforward definition. I loved your videos before I knew you were Vegan, and now I'm hooked, regardless of your (dumb) relationship with betterhelp. I care much more about animal advocacy than people being scammed by corporations. Also, I am really glad you touched on how Veganism is much more than just diet, and more about living a lifestyle that is completely devoid of exploitative products and services. I would very much like to see you do more videos about that, as I actually think it fits well into a minimalism lifestyle, at least I have found that to be the case over my 11+ year journey.

[@ericamar1241]

Congratulations on reaching this milestone. You deserve many, many more subscribers and much success. Thanks for this q&a.

[@SurfingBirdish]

Congrats on 50k subs! I just turned 30, and my goal is to buy an apartment for myself. Even though the inflation has no mercy, I find your videos very motivating! Thank you, and keep it up ❤

[@WorldT]

well done on getting to 50k subs, good work as always

[@doyeworrell1680]

Thank you for your honesty and just being yourself. I’m happy for you that your channel is doing so well. 😊 Yes, by all means visit California someday, you will love ❤️ it.

[@marianmoses9604]

I had an uncle who lived there for many decades. Beautiful state, but Libtards wrecked it. He finally had to move to Florida in his old age to escape the Woke madness in Cali.

[@NilssonHoesie]

Congrats! Well deserved and keep it up!

[@timmyturton1035]

Congrats on the 50k Subs. 🎊🎉👏🏼 I find your content to be quite inspiring in regard to being aware of saving money for the future and not being wasteful.