For many bargain hunters, the minute the Thanksgiving turkey leg is put down, the shopping shoes are strapped on. So-called Black Friday can be a day of incredible deals for those who are willing to brave the cold temperatures, long lines and thousands of like-minded shoppers.

But is this once-a-year retail frenzy really necessary in this increasingly digital world? Can shoppers expect savings big enough to outweigh the hassle of driving from store to store, waiting in line? How can shoppers get the best deals if they brave the Black Friday madness?

On this episode of the Zing Podcast, we sit down with Bobby Lee, author of the 2 Minute Finance Blog to answer all of those questions and more. Don’t get your holiday shopping started before you listen!

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