We need to normalize being able to go out and NOT expecting everyone to drink alcohol.

Friends laughing when you say you must eat cereals after the spendings of the previous night? ...and encouraging you to go out and spend again... Choose your friends well!

Damn. Not one friend said let's stay in and watch a movie, buy our own drinks and food? Could do that WAY cheap.

There's a huge difference between real friends and drinking buddies. I hope she finds pals who appreciate her, because she seems like such a lovely person.

She seems like the LOVELIEST person and her friends andddd her sister seemed like they wanted her to fail and just didn’t care

This lady's personality is absolutely adorable.

This is the FIRST episode where anyone addresses the fact that very smart merchandising & advertising people are paid huge amounts of money to make you WANT to buy things.

Lovely lady. She needs new friends IMO. They seem sad that she's no longer splashing the cash (that she didn't have), which they benifite from if you ask me. She's only 35 so she should think about moving on, it is an age where you learn who's real or not. Good luck to her

It was hard watching her open her heart to her sister and not get any praise or encouragement. She made genuine progress emotionally and practically. All she asked for was for her sister to believe in her.

She has a beautiful voice, a lovely face, and a n incredible spirit! Her longtime friend from Zimbabwe is her True Friend!

Getting the voice of a negative and narcissistic parent out of your head as an adult is very hard, but it can be done. I'm in my sixties and I cracked it - and and banished the toxic effects it brings to your daily life. It's like flexing a muscle, you wouldn't allow anyone to speak to you like that as an adult, so why let those thoughts reverberate around your head? Bless this lady, she's gorgeous inside and out.

A filtration system would be a good investment for her. Tap water in cities often does taste like chlorine.

I feel like she'd be such a good friend. I hope she found people who truly appreciate her.

Oh bless her heart, I really felt that she needed a huge hug .....

She was absolutely lovely- you can tell the presenters loved her too ☺️☺️☺️

Rudo is such a lovely spirit. So sad that her sister is cold and unsupportive. I can see how she has turned to shopping for comfort.

Never seen an episode of this that everyone watching actually likes the shopaholic

Rudo's personality is just lovely and I hope she keeps her true friends that love her for what she is and not for what she was buying them. Like Proverbs 19:6 says: "Everyone is a friend to the man who gives gifts." She deserves loving, supportive friends to help her continue on a road to happiness. Too bad her parents didn't appreciate this beautiful woman.

It's interesting how many of the people on this show buy all the drinks. It seems like many of them aren't real friends, they're just out for what they can get, then berate the person for the spending habits they're contributing to. I wonder if this adds to the insecurity many of these people feel, real friends would suggest doing it in rounds or foot the bill occasionally (at least.)

This is, hands down, the most emotionally satisfying episode of Spendaholics. Wish her all the best.

Haven’t seen a soul for a week, I wonder why? Change your friends, girl! X

This show is helping me. I do not spend as much as these people but I spend way more than I can afford, constantly at 0 by the end of the month.

I pray she heals from the trauma caused by her mother. All the best, Rudo!

Absolutely love her. I’m really disappointed that her sister is SO negative when she is literally begging for love. This really made me hurt for her. 💗 bless her going forward in life, she has a beautiful heart and so much talent and determination x

Havent seen a soul in a week..🤣🤣 29:08.. all her friends were money suckers

He's right! It feels weird leaving stores without buying anything...almost mildly embarrassing. Once you're over that feeling, especially on your own, it's empowering to say to yourself "no, I don't need it today."

Rudo is such a gem! This has to be one of my favourite episodes. You can tell she puts in the effort and wants to heal.

I love her analogy of ‘ it’s like looking at a friends husband you know you shouldn’t but it’s looking back at you and it feels wrong but you can’t help it ‘ while talking / referencing buying a new bag lol

I related to so much of this. She reminds me so much of myself. I cried. I'm going to take off from the grind today and paint for the first time in my adult life. Now that I'm quarantined from overspending, I'm going to take this time to bring my talent back and hopefully turn it into the passion I was born with for additional income as well. I've watched many if these spendaholic videos... but I'm especially grateful for running into this video. ❤ Philadelphia, pa says hi!

The Simbabwe friend really seemed to be her only supporter, I agree with some of the others here that she should probably reconsider some of her friends as they're being so pessimistic, unsupportive and really just mean towards her. And that even though she seems like such a warmhearted, open and positive personality. I enjoyed this episode with Rudo, she's so relatable and bubbly. ❤

i know this show is old but it motivating me to deal with my finances. i am currently £20k in debt

What an absolutely lovely girl and such a gorgeous singing voice. I do hope she's found some inner peace and gone on to shine.

I really hope Rudo succeeds, she seems such a beautiful person - inside and out.

Of all the episodes I've watched so far, I can relate to this woman the most. Our backgrounds are similar, as are some of our reasons for spending. Thanks for being so brave, Rudo! I wish you well.

Her sister is not supportive. If my sister said what Rudo said I would give her as much support I could. I would tell her I stand by her and believe she can do it. I get her sister is sceptical but Rudo is trying to change. I wish she had better friends. I would love to be her friend, she seems lovely. I hope she is in a better place now. Rudo, if you're reading this we're all rooting for you! ♥️♥️ Give us an update!

It's always bags and shoes because they can be worn at any size. And jewelry of course... it's really sad. And don't get me wrong, I totally feel them.

his qualifications are "he's been through therapy"? come on!

If my sibling poured their heart out to me like that I'd be hugging them straight away telling them how proud and privileged I am to have them as my sibling. Her sister needs to do better.

Her sister seemed a bit spiteful, she was desperate to have her sisters love and she couldn't give her a bit of approval. I felt sorry for her.

Rudo's sister was not very supportive. Just like her Mom I guess.

Rudo looks very much like her late mother. I have a feeling that her mother didn't like herself/her looks and projected her negativity on the child that looked the most like her. Hope she finds peace in her life and her future.............

That was my favourite episode of spendaholics. Such a lovely woman!

There is no way of saying this without sounding like a weird, creepy stalker so I'm just gonna say it and be done: Rudo is simply gorgeous - inside and out. The more I watched, the more I wished I could be her friend. I do hope she's financially healthier and emotionally happier wherever she is today.

Your childhood can ruin your hole life. If you let it. Sounds like her mum had problems of her own. She is such a lovely lady. 💋👍

This programme use to be my weekly watch. They need to bring it back.

I’d love an update on Rudo. such a lovely friendly woman.

Rudo is just so sweet just love her. She is trying so hard that least the sister can do is to give her some support geez

Very courageous , self aware, highly intelligent Lady , very open

Rudo is a lovely lady and I really hope she succeeds financial . I also hope she finds the love she deserves.

She seems genuinely lovely and I found it really sad her apparent 'friends' said she was fab to have around because of the drinks she buys and the look on that girl on her sofas face when she brought in the drinks! I hope she is doing well and has some good friends around who appreciate her bless her xx

This must have been one of the nicest people on this show, loving, kind, genuine, talented. And I really, really hope that after this process not only she realised that she is more than good enough, but that she is already perfect and the only thing she needs to change about her self are her friends!!!! And so sorry to say that also family. What a bunch of losers, healing their own complexes on their friend. How pathetic. Actually, they might have done her the favour and drop off by themselves, once they realised she will no longer pay for their drinks, bunch of deadbeats. Please Ruda move on from them cause they're big part of the shit you're carrying. Sing, laugh, cry, live and be YOU. xxx

She was so excited in Aldi! 🤣 hope she's doing well now

She is very sweet and so motivated to change. She just needed a bit of 'parental ' guidance. So many younger people lack this often because their parents lacked it. It's time for everyone internationally to move from their ' teens ' into adulthood.

She is so sweet and genuine. I think her sister is just a very serious person who has seen her "say" she would change in the past but she didn't really so she's skeptical. That's what happens when you continue to make promises and don't keep them people stop believing in you. I'm sure they both love each other but have different ways of showing love as well there is learned dysfunctional love from their mother. Nonetheless, she seems to have all the skills, energy, and talent to move forward and become a happier and mentally healthier version of herself.

I loved when she was in the supermarket, it was like she found her new happy place with all the prices haha I hope she dropped her fake as hell "friends" and is doing well

Watching this makes me realise how grateful I should be because I do not need luxury items and I've paid off my credit card debt before Christmas last year. I may not have much, but at least I'm not drowning in debt. This is an eye opener.

water is not free .... its called your water bill !

Lovely lady. I hope her ‘friends’ are doing the honours now and being first at the bar to buy her some champagne/drinks 🤔

Is it okay to say I'm now addicted to this show?

Reality tv seemed was more real back in the day! I loved these kinda shows..

Oh my goodness, I love Rudo!! Open, honest, sweet, smart, talented, takes 100% responsibility for her behaviour. I think she really benefitted from having some actual support for once in her life (as opposed to her friends and sister who are cold and disbelieving of her efforts).

I was so glad that they encouraged Rudo to take singing class! Music can do wonders.

I wonder how she's getting on now after all these years. Looks like early 2000's. I wish they would do a follow-up. Thanks for posting.

Rudo is great! What insight she showed into herself.

‘You’re the average of the 5 people you spend the most time with’

The last friend they showed seems like her only true friend. Also glad she chose the singing lessons as she has a really nice voice!

She’s lovely and so self-aware and honest. I wish her all the luck in the world and hope, that hole fills with love very soon.

Shame they don't update how they do

Rudo is such a lovely person! I hope she is doing well and thriving now

I give Rudo a hug and wish her all the best for her future. She seems to be a wonderful person.

Shes so awesome- great personality ☆

I can identify a lot with aspects of Rudo’s childhood. Where my experiences have left me needy and lacking charisma, Rudo is warm, open and charismatic. It was sad when the program ended because she has such a strong presence. Wishing you well Rudo! 💐🙏🌟🥳

One year later, I hope she is succeeding!! Her sister didn't seem very supportive, but WE BELIEVE IN YOU!!

I've been here where people resent you for trying to do right by yourself. As a divorced single mother when I tell friends I can't go out to dinner or clubbing and get attitude for it, it's horrible. They are welcome to come to my home, but I guess that's not as fun or convenient.

What a truly lovely person! I very much hope she's been able to remain financially sensible.

IS THIS GUY QUALIFIED TO BE A THERAPIST ??!!??!!

Yes ! Another show on budgeting. I finished binge watching all the "til debt do us part" episodes

i wish her the best... she is working hard to getting herself out of debt and taking back control over her money and life, something that i think everyone can relate to... kudos to her

her sister is not supportive at all. She is so dry and not loving. I prayed she is successful.

The hole is caused from a lack of love. Interesting how he got her to that realization.

How to find real friends in you life just tell them you are broke see what they are to do for you

Begging her sister “I need you” and her sister giving her such a look! I hope they get closer. She deserves the best.

What a super lady and she’s so deserving of a better debt free life for herself. Her personality is fabulous xk

The “birth canal” analogy was more than I bargained for.

This is one of the few people ive liked on this show. Not selfish, not narcissistic or spoilt. A normal person, who really did have a cold, unloving mother, which led to her low self-esteem. I hope she keeps on singing.

Would love to see a follow up - this was filmed what, 10 or 20 years ago? I wonder how she got on. Rooting for you if you're reading this!

This is my favorite episode in the entirety of this series! Wonderful, heartwarming and inspiring 🙂

I don’t know why the psychologist gets so much hate in each episode. I think he’s actually really helpful but some people just refuses to open up. I would consider seeing a financial psychologist. It’s easy to tell people to just stop spending or stop eating junk or just stop drinking but with every addiction, there are often underlying issues.

This brought up so many painful memories from my own childhood I balled my eyes out. She’s worked so hard to become a beautiful force in the world and to overcome this current debt challenge. Wishing her all the best for a bright, musical future with greater financial security and personal confidence.🙏🏼❤️💃

I love spending, the only way I can stop myself is put things in my online basket and then once I’m done I clear it and don’t buy anything

Beautiful Lady, and being really honest with herself, there will be a lifetime change. I love the nail analogy. Whatever works to move you forward is bloody brilliant.👏👏👏👏

Rudo, you are beautiful!

How refreshing to see someone who reacts and deals with things maturely, and doesn't try to deny things or hide behind flimsy justifications for her situation. Really hope she managed to keep up that great work

what an amazing, beautiful, open and expressive woman. She deserves the very best friends and a loving family.

She's a gem! Love her.

She should write on the side. The way she articulates herself is very cool

Beautiful lady, gorgeous voice, I hope she continued with the singing 🎤 And she’s doing well in her life 🤗

I LOVE THIS SHOW, BRING IT BACK!

Rudo ! Your singing voice is INCREDIBLE! i hope after this experience you kept up with your lessons and started singing in public, in any capacity! Such talent and such a beautiful and intelligent, fun person.

Mothers can do such dreadful damage. I so feel for her.