Silence is Violence

In this culminating episode, Chloe will weave together the insights from the previous episodes, exploring the journey from the historical roots of financial literacy to the current wave of reform. Revisiting key concepts from previous episodes, Chloe will synthesize the discussions on the intersection of financial literacy, shame, and trauma and reflect on the new pathways for a more inclusive and...

Creating effective financial education is complex, especially when the system itself is oppressive by design. This episode dives into real solutions, looking at how financial education can help address wealth inequality while drawing on research on the lived experiences of Black women participating in the economy. Chloe and her guests, Michael Dedmon and Josh Caraballo, discuss the delicate balanc...

Now that we know the origins of financial literacy, we can better understand why the larger financial education system encompassing financial literacy has embedded legacies of white supremacy. For years, the prevailing message has been that anyone can budget, save, borrow, and invest their way out of financial hardship, and even oppression—but that mindset is shifting. In this episode, Chloe and h...

The concept of financial literacy dates back to 1914 and the Smith-Lever Act. The earliest research was done in 1920 by a woman studying home economics. How did this become a multi-million dollar industry, and what are some of the effects of its presence culturally? In this episode, Chloe explores the roots of financial literacy, including its connection to personal accountability and individualis...

Welcome to the Silence is Violence - Stories of Financial Education series. In collaboration with the National Endowment for Financial Education (NEFE), Silence is Violence delves into financial education's critical role in pursuing wealth justice. Across four thought-provoking episodes, we will: Uncover the harmful history and cultural impacts of financial education Discuss the importance of iden...