In this episode, Rory engages with Scott Rick, Associate Professor of Marketing at the University of Michigan's Ross School of Business, exploring tightwads and spendthrifts and their relationships to spending and saving. Scott shares his findings on how individuals' spending habits and attitudes toward money can influence relationship dynamics. Learn about the concept of "shopping momentum" and the "what the hell" effect, and how these behaviors affect financial decisions. Discover the importance of financial translucency in maintaining a healthy partnership and the strategies couples can employ to manage their finances effectively. Are you curious about how tightwads and spendthrifts can coexist in harmony? Do you want to understand the psychological underpinnings of your spending habits? Tune in to this episode with Scott Rick as we dive into the world of Tightwads and Spendthrifts: Navigating the Money Minefield in Relationships.