Show Notes
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks.
Also, data centers being built around the country have been polarizing, but one thing is for certain: your electricity bills are going up. Clark describes how the deals are done - often out of public view, who should rightfully pay the freight, and issues a critical call to action.
All this and more on the September 11, 2026, episode of The Clark Howard Show.
Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2
Data Centers- A Call To Action: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
Why Clark Howard Changed His Mind About Prenups
Car Rental Insurance: Everything You Need To Know - Clark Howard
Is Now the Time To Get a CD or a CD Ladder? - Clark Howard
Where Should You Keep Your Cash Reserve? / TreasuryDirect.gov
When Should You File a Claim on Your Homeowners Insurance?
Cell Phone Protection: These Credit Cards Will Replace Your Stolen or Damaged Phone
NYTimes: Data Centers to Add Billions in Power Costs in 13 States
[The Washington Post] How utility and tech firms ‘educate’ regulators with big donations, secret retreats
What Is Service Line Insurance and Do I Need It? - Clark Howard
National September 11 Memorial & Museum
9/11 Day · September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance
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