05.21.25    The Airline Recession   /   Student Loan Repayment
05.21.25 The Airline Recession / Student Loan Repayment  
Podcast: The Clark Howard Podcast
Published On: Wed May 21 2025
Description: Travel demand has slowed and airlines are cutting service. Today Clark discusses the airline recession taking place, and the hazard & opportunity this presents for travelers. Also, Clark addresses some of the confusion surrounding student loan repayment. What you need to know if you or a family member has student loan debt. Air Travel Guidance: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Student Loans: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: 3 Reasons You Should Never Book a Nonrefundable Hotel Room Using Cellular Data Internationally: Buying a Local SIM Card The Best International Phone Plans The Best Phone Plan For You - Compare Phone Plans Clark,com Cell Phone Plans Why Clark Thinks These Are the Best 2 Travel Rewards Cards Right Now Scott’s Cheap Flights - Going.com NYTimes: Tips for Navigating the ‘Chaotic System’ of Student Loan Repayments National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators How Many Credit Cards Should I Have? Why You Should Keep Old Credit Card Accounts Open My 7 Rules for Using Credit Cards Clark HowardClark.com resources: Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices