Surviving on Shoestrings (SOS)

Surviving on Shoestrings (SOS)

By: Donna Miller

Language: en

Categories: Education, Self Improvement, Leisure, Home, Garden

A podcast that looks ouside the box for a variety of ways to live a more frugal, fulfilling and self-sustainable lifestyle. The focus is on all the things that add up - big or small - to stretch what you have on hand, make do until you have to spend and enJOY the journey in the most creative and fun way possible. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/surviving-on-shoestrings-sos--6733048/support.

Episodes

Plan NOW for a Frugal Thanksgiving
Oct 27, 2025

EPISODE IS ONLY 22:30 MINS
Get ready for a frugal Thanksgiving dinner without breaking the bank. On this episode of the SOS Podcast, we discuss the importance of planning ahead for a budget-friendly Thanksgiving meal. With some simple meal planning and grocery store hacks, you can save money and still enjoy a delicious Thanksgiving dinner with your family. Our prepper experts share their top tips on how to cook a Thanksgiving dinner on a budget, including cost-saving ideas for cooking and thrifty cooking methods. We also provide a helpful Thanksgiving checklist to ensure you stay organized and on...

Duration: 00:22:29
How To Outsmart the Grocery Stores!
Oct 20, 2025

Grocery stores have a variety of ways to use phsycology to lure shoppers in to spending more than they intended to spend. However, once you're aware of them, you can be smart and over come the temptations that are set all around. Just a few simple tricks and you'll outsmart the grocery store and get better control of your grocery budget.

These tips like many I share on my YouTube Channel   can help you be more empowered over many areas of flexible spending that you face each week. I hope you're encouraged and you try some of thse ti...

Duration: 00:23:09
Winter Hacks for Living on a Shoestring Budget
Oct 13, 2025

Learn how to save money and reduce your electric bill with these smart winter hacks for living on a shoestring budget. As the winter months approach, it's essential to implement cost-cutting strategies and budget hacks to maintain a sustainable living environment without breaking the bank. Winterizing your home is a crucial step in achieving energy efficiency and home efficiency, and can be done through simple diy projects and home winterization techniques. By adopting eco-friendly living practices and smart spending habits, you can enjoy a frugal winter while still keeping your home warm and cozy. Discover the best cost-saving strategies and...

Duration: 00:29:22
How to Save Big on Meat This Week!
Oct 06, 2025

Welcome to the Surviving on Shoestrings Podcast, where we dive into the world of frugal living and provide you with practical tips on how to save money on your everyday expenses, including your grocery budget. In this episode, we will be exploring ways to save big on meat this week, from beef and chicken to fish and turkey, and deli meat. As a savvy shopper, you can significantly reduce your spending on protein sources by implementing a few simple strategies into your meal planning routine. By taking advantage of weekly deals and learning how to stretch your groceries, you can...

Duration: 00:28:31
Back to School Budget Tips and Shopping Hacks
Sep 28, 2025

Welcome to the Surviving on Shoestrings Podcast, where we explore the best budget tips and cost-effective ways to tackle everyday expenses, including back to school shopping. In this episode, we'll dive into the world of affordable supplies and budget-friendly essentials, sharing our favorite frugal finds and smart spending strategies to help you stay within your school budget. From couponing and digital coupons to online shopping and savvy shopper techniques, we'll cover it all. Whether you're a parent looking to save on school basics or a student trying to make the most of your budget, this podcast is for you. We'll...

Duration: 00:31:14
Top 10 Things to Never Buy New!
Sep 14, 2025

Surviving on Shoestrings: My Top Ten Things to NEVER buy NEW 

Again with a top ten!  My top ten things to NEVER buy NEW really came out of one of my weekly trips to a thrift store.  I realized how easy it is to ‘go get a new_____’ when something breaks or we think we need it.  I’ll admit to often having that as my first though.  But I have, over the years, come up with at least ten (10) things I will never buy new – ever again!  I’ll share them with you in this show and tell you why the...

Duration: 00:29:47
10 Items to Stop Throwing Away
Sep 08, 2025

Reduce, reuse, repurpose, recycle. That's not only good planet stewardship but it's also a budget friendly way to live. Before you throw out what looks like trash, think if there are any unique and thrifty ways that you can reuse an item before it heads to a landfill. I've save a lot of money on other items simply by looking at things a little differently before they head for the garbage bin. 

Best Blessings & EnJOY the show,
Donna Miller

Please stop by my new SOS Website! http://www.SurvivingOnShoestrings.com 

And let’s conn...

Duration: 00:20:33