WhyFI Matter$

This episode we will be faced with the kryptonite of many American’s lives, the Student Loans. But knowledge equals power, right? Hopefully, after this episode, you will be able to get some clarity on all your concerns surrounding Student Loans.  I am excited to interview Ryan Law, a professional certified financial planner and award winning educator. Ryan has dedicated his work to simplifying per...

In this episode, the dreaded questions of 'paying for college' arises. But have no fear. Today's interview with Robert Farrington, America's Millennial Money Expert and America's student loan's expert, will shed light on this topic. Robert is also the founder of the College Investor, aimed at helping millennials get out of debt and start building real wealth in their...

Although many of us are probably not actually going back to a physical school this year, college is still a topic we constantly think and worry about. Hopefully through today's episode some of your burning questions regarding the college admissions process and cost of college will be answered. In this episode I interview current Columbia University undergrad, Michael Gao, who is also the host...

Lashes and diamonds, ATM machines, buy myself all of my favorite things...!! A while ago, I created a podcast episode about the advertising barrage and advertising industry titled, "the Advertising Cult". That episode definitely complements this week's episode focusing on Consumerism! Listen to this episode where I talk about consumerism ranging from Ariana Grande's hit song &q...

What a quintessential podcast for episode #23! 23 being the number of sports legend, Michael Jordan, this episode is for the athletes! I am interviewing Amobi Okugo, a professional soccer player, who has competed on various stages including the 2012 olympics! Amobi created a financial literacy platform, A Frugal Athlete to provide a resource to other athletes and people interested to live a life w...

The most exciting thing that happened last week was I finally got a bank account (and this just goes to show how exciting my last week was) and became financially included! So, this episode I want to talk about the important global issue of lack of financial inclusion and how Financial Technology ( FinTech) is helping improve financial inclusion especially among the underprivileged.  Listen to lea...

Today’s episode is with another teen podcaster, Brandon Cheng. He is one of the hosts at From A Teen’s Perspective, an outlet for teen’s to talk about their passions, what interests them, hoping to inspire teens who listen. What’s super cool for me is that From A Teen's Perspective are based in Chicago, like WhyFI Matter$!  Listen to this engaging conversation about our passion for podcasting...

My dad loves to cook; he is a HUGE foodie! So in light of Father's Day, I would like to dedicate this special episode for him! I am super excited to interview Logan Guleff!  Logan is MasterChef Junior Winner, teen entrepreneur, celebrity chef, James Beard Award Winner and was named Time Magazine's 30 most influential teens in the world,  just to name a few of his achievements! Enjoy!! Lo...

Let's keep the conversation going! I wanted to talk about the Racial Wealth Gap. The Racial Wealth Gap is the product of centuries of injustice compounded to affect the financial well-being of present day black people living in America. resources: https://www.npr.org/sections/money/2020/05/26/860913793/how-the-crisis-is-making-racial-inequality-worse https://www.brookings.edu/blog/up-front/20...

In order to be financially literate, we need to understand ongoing global events. Social injustice has been prevalent throughout human history, but in recent weeks there has been a lot of attention on racism. People from all over the world have come together to stand in solidarity for Black Lives Matter and Say Her Name. Also in light of Pride month, I believe it would be a good time to talk about...

Listen to this fun, interactive episode with Caish, a recent college graduate, accredited financial counselor and Gen Y Financial Planning client services associate. I learned a lot during our conversation, such as the value of money, my relationship with money, and the importance of having your spending align with your values.  My Egg Experiment: https://www.instagram.com/p/CA2n2OOBk60/ Gen Y Fin...

Meet Jelani Jones, the inspiring and creative young SheEO of Lani Boo Bath. Lani started her bath product business at only nine years old! Her mission is to create environmentally friendly products and inspire kids to achieve their dreams!  Listen to understand how Lani turned a hobby into a successful business. Lani Boo Bath:  https://laniboobath.com/about-lani-boo-bath/ Support the show

Listen to this amazing conversation on how to start a business via Instagram and to grow from 0 to 11k followers in under 9 months! Everyday Finance Gal has been a source of inspiration for me on Instagram. What is amazing is that she took a simple idea, developed a strong community and created a business via Instagram!  Everyday Finance Gal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayfinancegal/...

Join me in this thought provoking interview with A.J., the Flipping Ninja! Flipping builds skills that you can use in all aspects of your life, and is a side hustle we should all be aware of! A.J discusses so much more than just flipping in this conversation, and it definitely broadened my perspective! Flipping Ninja: https://www.theflippingninja.com/ Support the show

In some countries around the world, today is mother's day! So in order to honor the resilient and strong women in our lives, this episode discusses the amazing women who have been honored to be featured on money! Women on 20's: https://www.womenon20s.org/ Support the show

On this episode, I will interview Jackie Lam. She started her blog “Hey Freelancer” to help fellow freelancers get financially savvy. She helps them keep their money in check while doing what they love, whether it’s to record an album, write, create art or take a sabbatical! Hey Freelancer: https://www.heyfreelancer.com/ Support the show

Meet Izzi Dymalovski! She is the #girlboss of Luv Ur Skin, an Australian based natural skin-care brand for tween and teen girls around the world! A contestant on Shark Tank, featured on Fortune's 18 under 18 Young Innovators who Change the World, actor and singer, and the kindest person, Izzi is a force to be reckoned with! Luv Ur Skin:  https://luvurskin.com/ Support the show

How can we as teens make money? How do we as teens become more creative? How do we as teens take the leap? With Nick Loper from Side Hustle Nation, we will discuss what it takes to be a side-hustler, and how we can develop an entrepreneurial side.  Check out Nick's podcast, Side Hustle Nation :  https://www.sidehustlenation.com/ Support the show

Yes, this is an episode where we take a typically 'boring' subject like finance, but make it magical through Harry Potter. It turns out that for us muggles, the Wizarding World can give us some great financial advice. Later on in the episode, I have a special shoutout, so stayed tuned! Here is the link to Aditi's campaign: https://www.fueladream.com/home/campaign/22026 Support the s...

Financial Literacy is a really important skill to improve in teens but especially girls. In this episode, I am going to interview, 'Investing in Her Future', and discuss how this organization aims at closing the financial literacy gap among girls.  Investing in Her Future:  https://investinginherfuture.weebly.com/ Support the show

On this episode financial advisor, Ryan Edlefsen, will talk about his experiences with money, give us some insight to the financial word, and also some handy financial advice.  pdf: file:///Users/Kriti/Desktop/Budget.pdf Support the show

Coronavirus. It is on everyones mind. It is affecting almost every part of society, including us teens and the economy. I am super excited to share with you my first interviews in this episode. Here are the links if you are interested in getting involved! Staten Island NFP Association: http://www.sinfpa.org/ COVID-TV: https://www.covid-tv.com/ Voices of Youth: https://www.voicesofyouth.org/ Suppor...

Take a moment to look around you...Have you spotted an advertisement? Or maybe two. Well that's no surprise because we see more than 3000 ads a day! That is a crazy number and it is getting larger and larger, as these advertising companies spend billions and billions more on getting us to buy stuff. Stuff. Stuff. How much stuff do you have? Is it all necessary? Us teens have to stop consuming...

In this episode we will discuss some unconventional methods to improve  our financial literacy skills, so that we can have fun but at the same time learn a lot.  Support the show

So the purpose of my podcast is to help educate us teens to become more financially literate. "But why?" some people may ask. "Why do teens need this education?" Well in this episode, you will learn about the reality of financial education and literacy in American teens, and why it is ever so important for us teens to know learn more in this field. After all we the future of Am...