Unhealthy And Expensive Habits To Break - Til Debt Do Us Part 409 - Up In Smoke

[@CA2SD]

Bring back this show! We miss Gail and this show is educational!

[@malodyratliff5133]

Yes!!!!!! Bring this show back!!!

[@GIChiyo]

Sadly she said she would never go back to TV because the producers were pressuring her to give money to people who she felt didn't deserve it and didn't like the message that would have sent I love that but yeah I miss this show and I feel like it's still really needed

[@marybethjordan8520]

@@GIChiyo interesting. She is really a good person. I would have been really pissed if she had given Ivy and Carson 5000.00!

[@minimalcat1987]

@Jessica Bellamy she was respectful 😆 it's called tough love! She's doing them a HUGE favor. If Gail calls out people for their nonsense or excuses, they deserve it! After all, they did agree to participate in this show and they accepted the challenges to change their behavior. If they fail, they should be called out. Babying them would just be enabling them.

[@cierrarorick1566]

Yes! We watched this show in one of my highschool classes whenever we finished our work and it's one of the only useful things I learned from highschool

[@luxlior]

“It hurts , thinking about numbers” - this woman, someone’s book keeper

[@nancyaguirre2307]

It’s always easier to deal with numbers other than your own.

[@nancyaguirre2307]

Professional numbers people can notoriously be terrible with personal finances but fantastic at their careers.

[@simonecomtesse2772]

Starting eating healthy, stop smoking etc would get them healthier and wealthier

[@mimicotom]

I saved $10k a year just by quitting smoking and changing cable/internet/cell phone providers.

[@lindamclellan6113]

I’d love to see follow ups-to see if these couples were able to continue to spend responsibly.

[@college12545]

I agree ! It will be interesting to see if any of the couples on the show are together still !

[@biatch1966]

These were so many years ago. Nor sure if they can update now

[@jmmcdo05]

they did do a follow up on some couples. This couple was doing a good job paying stuff off and then the husband lost his job and they had to delcare bankruptsy. But they seemed in good spirits and seem to moving forward

[@marci3659]

Giving up smoking will save them money also reducing medication costs by helping to lowering their blood pressure .....its a win,win .

[@sounds0fmeows]

in Canada a pack is now pushing 20$.. glad i quit 5 years ago. back than it was 10$ per pack.

[@christinebutler7630]

Not to mention, if they cut out pizza and processed food, lose around eighty pounds apiece, and get rid of the TV habit and take evening walks instead...everyone's health improves, they have lower medical costs, and will probably have less need to buy crap for amusement and stimulation.

[@cherylT321]

They’re both hugely overweight; they’re just a skip away from a heart attack or a stroke. I really hope they lost weight together and stopped smoking!

[@kaydublin5164]

👏🏻

[@mimicotom]

I was a smoker. Then I had to have a quintuple cardiac bypass. The tobacco companies don't tell you the damage it can do to your heart.

[@denisebarker9288]

I can't begin to tell you how you have influenced me with your shows. Thank you so much Gail.

[@laminage]

Join The Club! Dear God, I don't know what year this one was in but by today's standards $21.000.00 is The Poverty Line. The Dog is a major expense, he's stressed out. Also when you're freelance, you don't make a steady salary. Kind of like Lisa The Substitute Teacher from another Episode.

[@bovnycccoperalover3579]

It's around 2008. She should have started her business while still working and when she was doing well, quit her job.

[@MariMChimayo]

Being 2024 we need this show to come back! 😢😢 Please and thank you!🙏

[@de3182]

Family members of mine smoked their whole lives. They never owned a home, never had anything nice, but they always had cigarettes in their hands. I'm sure they never thought about how much it cost them. Sad.

[@MoreMedication]

I quit a 2 pack a day habit almost 40 years ago, back when one could smoke wherever they bloody well felt like smoking. I quit for the health benefits, as cigarettes were relatively “cheap” back then. But if asked I tell people to place the actual cash cost of one pack a week into a clear jar. Even if they do smoke more than a single deck weekly, seeing that money add up payday after payday is an excellent motivator. Especially if you set a goal for the saved money, such as sport fees for family members, or perhaps saving for a special holiday. And now there are so many ways to assist smokers who want to stop. Sometimes it is easier to link it with another large life change, such as a new job, new residence or new member of the family.

[@Tr3B3lla]

I've been binge watching this show for a few days now and these two are the most cooperative couple!! No arguing with each other or with Gail!! They are so funny and cute! I hope they stick with it!

[@missmichelleluv]

Me toooo!

[@mississippimom2]

Binge watching here too! I am almost done and I’m sad about it

[@bovnycccoperalover3579]

I rewatch.

[@kimstevens2445]

I feel like with high living costs this show is needed right now

[@CreamIceMs]

What a nice couple. He seems like a sweet kind soul, and she looks like she's a bundle of fun! It's good to see them both work to ditch bad habits and adopt new ones. He now looks 10-15 years younger!

[@maryr6300]

Agree!!!! 👍🙂

[@hollyb6885]

I agree. They seem like fun people and a nice family. I hope all is well with them.

[@bovnycccoperalover3579]

Sadly, he lost his job and they had to declare bankruptcy. I hope they're doing better now.

[@lorettaleger2825]

She was tough on you, but you guys were good sport. Congrats

[@paulaliberty2082]

Shout out to the couple being sooo brave to face this with a camera crew! And Gail & crew thank you for ALL your hard work. Now this is real love

[@7thlady]

It's really refreshing to hear both partners taking responsibility right at the beginning of the episode. A lot of times at least one of the partners is blaming the other and justifying their own bad behavior as okay for whatever reason.

[@GuiltyBystander58]

Love that she uses the word “crapola”.

[@kathleendigregorio1701]

I like this couple - I bet they are still together and on a better path financially and physically

[@shelle.7202]

When he said Pizza for the entertainment allowance… same 😏😂

[@bovnycccoperalover3579]

Grocery Pizza and corporate pizza places are unhealthy. Small pizza parlours make great pizza on the premises.

[@GenZod-tm5xw]

@@bovnycccoperalover3579no pizza is healthy.

[@alleycat616]

Gail “anything you put in your mouth and swallow is food!” Me: 😏🤣

[@mymail1938]

Not really true though. Some are edible food-like substances. Not nourishing food.

[@DowntwnToronto]

This show was way ahead of it’s time. About 80% of couples/singles are in some kind of trouble like this now. Judging by the currency this is from 2007 or so? I’d love to see this again!!

[@sharimason2977]

I like this couple- very down to earth. I would have had the basement done instead of the pool.

[@bovnycccoperalover3579]

The inflatable pool was a gift from Gail.

[@jmlol3261]

She wanted sooooo badly to blame him for all the spending and problems. Glad Gail came to shine light on their situation.

[@peterdeane4490]

I've always been grateful that I never started smoking. It was really brought home to me many years ago when my roommate (and best friend) calculated that it was costing her more to smoke than to board her horse. Fortunately, she's been smoke-free for a long time now.

[@3_Degrees]

I practice family medicine . It never ceases to amaze me how many people complain they have no money for meds or physio . But there’s money for their addiction . Always .

[@brandyk]

Uh...why would it still amaze you when it's such a common problem obviously. It's an additction for a reason. Btw I have none but can to see now many do.

[@3_Degrees]

@@brandyk it’s a simple idiom , it’s not meant to be taken literally.

[@pamsmith1665]

You may not have any but now learn to spell it​@@brandyk

[@CaraMarie13]

Refer them to a social worker. If they are not following their treatment but continue making it worst, clearly something is going on beyond the medical

[@sct4040]

Poor habits is their down fall. Smoking, unhealthy eating, no discipline in spend.

[@Eudi2020]

I love this show. I really wish they would do a 2 yr follow-up on each couple/person at the end of each show

[@vannisworld]

This is wonderful couple. Very accountable and respectful of each other. I hope they are still doing wonderful 🙂

[@joygernautm6641]

Honestly, after watching the show for years, I feel like you can gauge how good a family is with money by how many TVs have😂

[@amc5926]

if their debt and spending doesnt kill them, that emphysema laugh/cough/wheez will.

[@myyt3824]

The way she smiles when she says his name ❤ you can tell these two really love each other. I hope they made it!!!

[@jenjones90]

Mike seems like a wonderful husband (and what great hair he has!). She's very lucky 😊

[@ZenosTrip]

So they could save about $900 a month if they just stopped buying cigarettes and ordering pizza. Hmm. Would be curious to see where they are now since this was obviously filmed many years ago.

[@genxx2724]

I’d like to see the weight loss and improved health. People like this end up being burdens to the taxpayers and healthcare system.

[@christinebutler7630]

Yeah, and the example for their kids....that's a good reason to shape up right there.

[@bovnycccoperalover3579]

Sadly, Mike lost his job and they declared bankruptcy. I hope that they were able to keep their home.

[@michelleprice5945]

These two are two of my favorite couples on this show. You could really tell they love each other! Hopefully they got their debt under control.

[@manichairdo9265]

Somebody wrote that the husband lost his job and they declared themselves bankrupt

[@i.m.7710]

@@manichairdo9265 😢😢😢

[@bovnycccoperalover3579]

Sadly true. Hope things are better now but ever since 2008, we have all had hard times.

[@bovnycccoperalover3579]

One of my favorite couple. So glad they stopped smoking for their health. They also lost weight, also very health. Gail does work miracles.

[@jingerjar1365]

Rescue gives you a grateful wonderful dog not pay through the nose

[@ruthirwin8222]

Sometimes a rescue dog can be so troubled it doesnt work that happened to a friend of mine

[@GoodGuy-wq4md]

I took out a loan for a considerable amount earlier this year. The stipulations were that I stop smoking, and drinking. The cigarettes alone were equal to the monthly loan repayment, $298.00 per month. I've given up the drinking, on a daily basis (cheap wine) but quitting the cigarettes is brutal. Iknow I've got to stop, if I don't, it will lead to ruination on many levels. I've cut my usage in half, reducing the cost, and my intention is to be done with them altogether. I know I'll be much happier knowing that I've rid myself of an albatross.

[@liveyourlife7367]

She gave them a life transformation!

[@debbieframpton3857]

Mike already is working overtime if she wants all those things she needs to work more than just part-time. I have two TVs in my house I don't even have them plugged in.

[@cafsixtieslover]

If they stopped smoking and ate healthily they would not need to spend so much on medication. And if they had put in the pool they would have had the cost of running that too.

[@nicoleb4077]

I would also love to see an update on these couples especially these guys:-) you can tell how much they love each other and their family! They were so nice to Gail and so truly appreciative of her help

[@nicolejennings3339]

Has high blood pressure, spends $500 per month at the pharmacy & then orders high salt, high cholesterol pizza. No common sense at all.

[@bovnycccoperalover3579]

Thinking the pill will take care of it is fallacious reasoning.

[@nancyaguirre2307]

It’s actually pretty common because it’s easy and requires less work and thought

[@Aussie00]

Serious question here..$500 p/m for blood pressure medication??? I'm in Australia and on blood pressure medication @ $6.40 per mth.

[@bovnycccoperalover3579]

He said that he thought that their total spending was about $500 and not just his blood pressure medicine.

[@MoreMedication]

@@bovnycccoperalover3579 I watched this episode years ago and am just commenting from memory on this, but they better start saving for insulin. My guess is they’ll both end up with obesity related diabetes. (I have seen it happen to my overweight relatives who didn’t take proper care of themselves when they were younger.)

[@christinagonzalez4022]

Brutally honest, that was he said & it's true, it works!!! His wife is Very Smart!!! I love this couple & just notice the trainer is from another episode, he's going great!! 👏👏✅✅

[@marciahusbands4501]

I came across this show last week & is watching episode after episode.Great show.Barbados🇧🇧🇧🇧 in the house.

[@markdarling4487]

Love this couple. They have amazing 'can do' attitudes. I hope they made it to their goal. Good luck guys.

[@beckyluvstoscrapnsew]

And my hubby complains if I spend $25 a week on craft supplies ! I’m a total lightweight compared to them …lol

[@daviddorsett8125]

My ex wife, this was 2001-2008, spent more than $3000 a month on scrapbooking, and put it in the closet.

[@Kiwiwanderer]

BEST couple ever. Love each other and changed.

[@vt-yp7yq]

Great couple. He didn't cry at their wedding, but he cried with debt relief. Love it!

[@marcymoir3389]

Love this couple….they did what they had to do and kept their sense of humor……bravo…!!

[@AG-so4gl]

Looks like this was filmed in the 90s with those big ass TV, 😆

[@bovnycccoperalover3579]

Around 2008.

[@kaydublin5164]

Caleb Hammer is the modern day Gail V. 😊❤

[@danibanany]

I have been preferring this to Caleb hammer recently, because all he can do is call out their spending and hope they will change. This show actually puts them to the test!

[@teresahegerich8835]

Our kids never had TVs in their rooms. We didn't put one in our bedroom until after 25 years of marriage, and paid cash for it. And yeah, smoking needs to go. I'm glad they did it!

[@sounsure9108]

One tv but screens

[@MoreMedication]

When I moved out I refused to get a tv. I loved my books and radio. My father could not understand the situation. He bought me a little b&w set that I stored in a cupboard unless he dropped in. It wasn’t until my husband moved in 6 years later that we got colour, cable and other adult stuff. But I still refuse to have a set in our bedroom.

[@chapman1569]

This couple is amazing, they radiate love and support. They also show gratitude toward Gail who tries her best to get them out of debt. Her advice is still relevant today unfortunately with the inflation.

[@TH-eb5ro]

This is wonderful, there are so many people in this situation. It ruins their health, relationships with just the stress and sets up the next generation for success/failure in the same way.

[@kittycat3800]

My new favorite show

[@TanyaEJ]

I love how they worked together, and as Gail pointed out in the end, supported each other. I would love to see an update on these two!

[@kathyjuola6317]

I love this couple!

[@rachna66644]

The health guy was also on of the previous episodes with 90k debt. My god, now I have watched this show enough, that I am able to find my own closure.

[@cheeriohos]

Good episode. Great ending. Also eye opening. I dont smoke but i have similar habits and life style choices as this couple and now im thinking about if i had all that money from bad habits back that id be rich. I wish i was rich instead of where im at now so im making some serious changes right now.

[@thiabrabson2533]

Beautiful couple 💑 they really valued Gail's help🤑

[@liah55]

They were such a cute couple, you can tell they really love each other.

[@misskitty7235]

I love Gail so much. When she said this is dumb debt I loved it. She is real with people. I’m late in finding her show but I have learned so much from her and I’m in my 40s. School need to teach what she is teaching these couples because if your family doesn’t know these things the kids won’t grow up knowing them either.

[@jwoooooooo]

Oh yeah I remember that trainer on a different episode of the show lol !

[@divarenee8324]

I think that they should put this show back on tv// I do miss it soooo🎟

[@lrla8657]

What a great couple! LOL

[@belindaferreira7445]

People please don't use credit card just to buy nonsense. No money no buy. Credit card is the most dangerous thing. Pay so much interest.

[@joshuasummers7440]

Belinda Ferreira I agree with you when it comes to credit cards you have to be responsible and put what you need ahead what you want.

[@chubbybunny6975]

You only use a credit card, other than emergencies depending on your situation, to pay for things you know you can afford to pay for right now with your debit card, and immediately pay it off to keep your credit score good

[@RosaMaria-pb9bg]

My friend stopped smoking because one day she wanted to go to the hairdresser, but she didn't have the money. She had 20 dollar left and she was on her way to buy cigarette and then she started thinking that without smoking she could afford to have her hair done. And just like that she stopped smoking.

[@mirrorimage9224]

At 14:20 : *The first cigarette you ever smoked cost you everything . . .* SO POWERFUL

[@nnbnbnn]

this mans hair is godly and he really should do more hair flips.

[@lisafowler16]

Right lol Looks like he cut it at the end of the show though!

[@EwYoureCringe]

She should have got them kitchen ware for making pizza lol

[@Jacquesam]

Agreed this show was very educational. Bring back Gail please.

[@nicolelewis7843]

I love Gail. Since I have started watching this show I have been more careful with my money.

[@mickeyhead9770]

We need a Where Are They Now shows.

[@brandyk]

This is a couple i can really root for. They had a great attitude n honestly they have a lot of hurdles bc of the weight issue n the smoking. Neither are easy to overcome especially after doing it that long. I wish them the besy. Even if they dont both conquer all their bad habits hopefully they get 2 out of 3. Btw the husband looked sooo much better with the short hair. His nice face n sparkley eyes were hidden before.

[@suzanneweaver7579]

I really enjoy watching these episodes. They keep me motivated and I've learned so much!!

[@calamityjane4331]

My favorite couple ever on this show. Great people!

[@lizzyd556]

Lovely supportive couple who want to do better- good luck! You can keep it up!

[@jingerjar1365]

They really worked hard proud of them

[@blue-wb8yn]

This is my favorite couple by far!! ❤❤❤

[@asabovesobelow7981]

Ditto!!

[@copic8241]

What a great couple. Good job Gail.

[@ButcherBird-FW190D]

Nice to see this couple get their act together. Nice !

[@starzzzy22]

I loved this show and watching Suze Orman's show when I was a teenager. These shows (along with my parents) taught me a lot of basic financial literacy principals. I'd love to see a modern version of this show.

[@janejane6754]

I've watched a few episodes and they're the cutest couple so far. It's amazing how much they're working to change ❤️. I hope they're doing well now.

[@LM-nn7sg]

Thank you for uploading this episode! It was a great episode!

[@milajb7164]

My favourite couple 💑

[@kerryquinn6218]

Never had a credit card in 37yrs of marriage. If we don't have the money then we don't have the goods!

[@ellengalupo7467]

Great episode! Thank you so much for uploading.

[@ninnie9702]

I like this couple.

[@friendlyneighbourhoodlesbi7005]

Yay a new upload of this show!

[@ThePearlsofGray]

Liked this couple, and I was happy for them at the end.

[@tiaratauaese6197]

I love this dad!!!!!!

[@ruthirwin8222]

I love these guys ..i really hope they work it all out and grow together

[@meryltubiocanada9408]

I love this couple - The accountability and the push to wanting a better life is so refreshing.

[@leslienelson438]

Big time educational material! I have learned a lot which I need too

[@anniec3438]

They were so fun and really took the lessons to heart. Hope they are doing well!

[@californiaketogirl2976]

Yay!! I love Gail

[@loreleibarut4838]

Good episode

[@Lunchladydoyle]

I don’t trust anyone who makes a promise to me who doesn’t give me eye contact. Also bringing in $21,000 a year is pretty lame for an adult with bookkeeping skills. Get it together girl.

[@justine8387]

This was 20 years ago lol

[@Moreofthatminecraft]

Girl I think you are abusing that man’s kindness into poverty!

[@emmawalker6140]

Honestly my favorite couple so far.

[@ladyregret4788]

I'd like to see a follow-up series show, hosted by Gail. I've always wondered if these people stick with her advice, pay off debt and save for retirement.

[@americandevo]

That's a lot of money to spend on "CRAP"!