Money Talks

Send us a text Welcome to the Money Talks Podcast! In today’s episode, the entire Nevada Money Mentors team reflects on the wins, lessons, and unforgettable moments that made this year one for the books. From launching new internships to hosting our very first Financial Wellness Week, we’re taking a look back at how far we’ve come. We’ll talk about founding the ASUN-recognized club Wolf Pack Finan...

Send us a text Welcome to the Money Talks Podcast! In today’s episode, we’re getting honest about the financial mistakes we made in college — and the ones we really wish we could take back. From not having a budget to treating credit cards like free money, we’ve been there. We’ll talk about the long-term impact of bad spending habits, the trap of high-interest debt, and the importance of creating...

Send us a text Welcome to the Money Talks Podcast! In today’s episode, we’re reminiscing and revealing some of the most creative and surprising ways we made money growing up and in college. From tutoring and running a lemonade stand on campus to dog walking and babysitting, we’ll share how hustling started early for us. We’ll also dive into the digital grind — from managing social media accounts a...

Send us a text Welcome to the Money Talks Podcast! In today’s episode, we’re diving into the history and social expectations of tipping. Is it about the quality of service, or just social pressure? With 72% of Americans agreeing that tipping is expected more than ever, we’ll explore what’s considered an appropriate tip, the etiquette around tipping in person or on a screen, and whether gratuity sh...

Send us a text Welcome to the Money Talks Podcast! In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into the Psychology of Money with a very special guest—Dr. Dean Hinitz, a renowned psychologist from University of Nevada, Reno. Together, we’ll explore how money shapes identity, relationships, and decision-making, especially for college students navigating financial independence. We’ll tackle key questions l...

Send us a text Welcome to the Money Talks Podcast! In today’s episode, we’re diving into the age-old debate of Quality vs. Quantity—when to splurge and when to save. We'll break down what defines quality, from durability to price, and discuss when it's worth investing in high-quality items versus opting for budget-friendly bulk purchases. Plus, we’ll explore how corporate ethics, sustain...

Send us a text Welcome to the Money Talks Podcast! In today’s episode, we reflect on a year of growth and impact with Nevada Money Mentors. We take a deep dive into the events we've hosted, the students we've reached, and the success of our 1-on-1 coaching sessions. We'll also highlight the incredible growth of our social media presence and how it’s helping to engage and empower mor...

Send us a text Welcome to the Money Talks Podcast! In today's episode, we meet with ASUN President Dawson Deal and Vice President Liesel Kemmelmeier to discuss some of their goals, as well as how they plan to incorporate students' needs in the upcoming fiscal year through their platform Impact Nevada .  Dawson and Liesel will delve into some of the challenges they have faced so far durin...

Send us a text Welcome to the Money Talks Podcast! In today's episode, student workers JC and Troy elaborate on what they would choose when given college catered 'This or That' questions. Tune in to hear some hot takes including: cash or credit, unlimited food or clothes, 8am or 8pm class, and more. College is all about decision-making — have fun making some decisions with us today....

Send us a text Welcome to the Money Talks Podcast! In today’s episode, we speak with two student workers, Diamond and Rajat, to break down what it really means to split the bill, and if this is something that should even be done. We’ll learn a little more about "going dutch", equitable relationships, and what aspects of financial unity is reserved for marriage and how today’s society mig...

Send us a text Welcome to the Money Talks Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with our newest student worker Sarah to get to know her better and learn about the fresh perspective and vibrant energy she brings to the show. Sarah will be curating an array of engaging topics and bringing in a variety of intriguing guests who will provide valuable insights and entertaining discussions.  Founded in 2...

Send us a text Welcome to the Money Talks Podcast! In this episode, we chat with Regina Flores from Nevada Dining at the University of Nevada, Reno. We discuss many topics including the newest initiatives within UNR's campus dining program, what students should consider when choosing a meal plan, finding healthy choices and cost-effective food options, and much more. Founded in 2016, Nevada M...

Send us a text Welcome to the Money Talks Podcast! In this episode, we chat with Belen Figueroa from University Studies Abroad Consortium (USAC). We discuss many topics including the unique cultural experiences of visiting other countries, the affordability of a study abroad experience, popular destinations offered to UNR students, budgeting for studying abroad, and much more. Founded in 2016, Nev...

Send us a text Welcome to the Money Talks Podcast! In this episode, we chat with Melissa Rickenbacher and Navleen Khera from Nevada Career Studio at the University of Nevada, Reno. We discuss many topics including the best places to find jobs for students, job application tips, gaining diverse experiences/skills from jobs that don't necessarily align with career goals, internship programs and...

Send us a text Welcome to the Money Talks Podcast! In this episode, we chat with Carla Franich and Bryce Scottron from the University of Nevada, Reno Counseling Services . We discuss many topics including impulse spending and the effects of mood, the psychology of money, the psychology of marketing, reducing financial stress, and much more. Founded in 2016, Nevada Money Mentors is University of Ne...

Send us a text Welcome to the Money Talks Podcast! In this episode, we chat with Madison Eifert, the community relations specialist at the University Police Department-Northern Command . We discuss many topics including what it is like to go on a ride-along with Police Services, recent trends in fraud cases, practical tips to prevent scam victimization, UNR's SafePack app, and much more. Foun...

Send us a text Welcome to the Money Talks Podcast! In this episode, we chat with Sarah and Marissa about food options on campus, taking advantage of resources such as Pack Provisions , tips to grocery shopping and eating on a budget, favorite food spots in Reno, and much more. Founded in 2016, Nevada Money Mentors is University of Nevada, Reno's financial wellness program, a student service h...

Send us a text Welcome to the Money Talks Podcast! In this episode, we chat with Austin Clutts, the GM of Friends of the Pack , an NIL collective for student-athletes at the University of Nevada, Reno. We discuss many topics including the definition of NIL, approved NIL-related activities, the growth of the Nevada Athletics brand and its facilities, NIL guidance for current and prospective student...

Send us a text Welcome to the Money Talks Podcast! In this episode, we chat with Isaiah and Kennedy, two recent UNR graduates, and reflect on their undergrad experience, mistakes they made, things they wished they knew sooner, steps they are taking to set themselves up for financial success post-graduation, and more. Founded in 2016, Nevada Money Mentors is University of Nevada, Reno's financ...

Send us a text Welcome to the Money Talks Podcast! In this episode, we discuss the 10 Steps to Financial Success that we coach undergraduate students at Nevada Money Mentors.  Founded in 2016, Nevada Money Mentors is University of Nevada, Reno's financial wellness program, a student service housed within the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships. Nevada Money Mentors is devoted to creati...