This week’s podcast delves into the compelling story of a determined group of advocates from Wisconsin. This diverse group, including four teachers, one administrator, and a proactive student, share their multi-year efforts to embed financial l

Daniella Cardona, on Her Path to Investment Banking

8 days ago 46m 1s

Daniella Cardona, an undocumented high school student turned Vice President at the Royal Bank of Canada, shares an inspiring journey marked by resilience and an insightful dive into financial literacy. Daniela, who moved from Colombia to the U.

Rishi Vamdatt, Founder of Easy Peasy Finance

23 days ago 34m 12s

Rishi, Founder of East Peasy Finance, recounts his early fascination with finance at six years old, and how it led to the creation of Easy Peasy Finance. This platform, where Rishi has produced over 700 videos, aims to demystify finance for kid

Sonia Castelan, Tax Professional

30 days ago 45m 36s

Sonia Castelan, a tax professional shares her journey from struggling with personal finances to becoming an expert in tax planning and preparation. Sonia details her transition from a corporate job to running her own tax business, emphasizing t

JL Collins, on his new book, Pathfinders

Mar 20th, 2024 44m 48s

JL Collins, a prominent figure in the Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) movement, discusses the essence and appeal of financial independence (FI). Collins explains FI as living below one's means to achieve freedom from traditional emp

Nadia and Nicole, "The Wealth Twins", on Their Journey to Wall Street

Mar 13th, 2024 45m 8s

Nadia and Nicole, The Wealth Twins, share their inspiring journey of growing up in a tough neighborhood in Queens, New York, and how they overcame financial struggles to pursue successful careers on Wall Street. They discuss their mission to te

Val Chapman, Oakland School Volunteer and her Students

Mar 6th, 2024 31m 43s

In this podcast episode, Val Chapman, a finance professional, discusses mentoring elementary school students in Oakland, California. Val and her students from Franklin Elementary showcase their entrepreneurial ventures, including a comic book b

Jamila Souffrant, Host of the Journey To Launch Podcast

Feb 28th, 2024 48m 33s

Jamila Souffrant, founder of Journey To Launch, joins us on the NGPF Podcast to discuss achieving financial independence. In this episode, Jamila shares her journey from corporate life to financial literacy advocate, offering actionable advice

Paul Merriman, Investor and Educator, on Investing for the Long-Term

Feb 21st, 2024 40m 8s

This week we are joined by Paul Merriman, a nationally recognized expert on mutual funds, index investing, and asset allocation. In this conversation, Paul talks about investing with a long-term focus on retirement, the vital role of diversific

Zoe Saunders, Senior Producer at Marketplace, on Financially Inclined

Feb 16th, 2024 28m 44s

Zoe Saunders from Marketplace by American Public Media delves into her journey on "Financially Inclined," a podcast tailored for high school audiences that merges financial literacy with engaging storytelling. Zoe shares her experiences from pr

Ron Lieber, Author and NYT Columnist, on the Recent Changes to FAFSA

Feb 7th, 2024 38m 33s

Ron Lieber, a renowned New York Times columnist and author of "The Price You Pay for College," joins us on the NGPF Podcast to explore the evolving landscape of college finance, particularly focusing on the significant changes to the FAFSA proc

Gordon Stein, Author of The Cashflow Cookbook, on Money Strategies

Jan 31st, 2024 41m 39s

Gordon Stein, author of "The Cashflow Cookbook", shares his journey from encountering a financial crisis at a senior position in his 40s to developing smart money-saving strategies without compromising lifestyle. His book, inspired by a unique

Jason Brown, Author of It Is Possible, on Student Loan Debt

Jan 24th, 2024 48m 11s

Jason Brown, author of "IT IS POSSIBLE!: How I Earned Two Debt-Free Degrees...and How You Can, Too," discusses the student loan debt crisis. The conversation delves into various topics, including the historical context of the crisis, its connec

Sheila Bair, Former Chair of the FDIC, on Getting Students Engaged about Money

Jan 17th, 2024 36m 55s

Sheila Bair, former chair of the FDIC, discusses her career path, including her background as a civil rights attorney and her transition into financial services. Bair emphasizes the need for students to make informed choices about their educat

Jim Wasserman, Former Business Litigation Attorney Turned Author-Educator

Jan 10th, 2024 43m 59s

Jim Wasserman shares his journey from law to teaching economics and media literacy. Initially drawn to teaching to prevent problems rather than just solving them, Wasserman discusses his approach to making economics relatable to students, movin

John Pelletier on the 2023 National Report Card on High School Financial Literacy

Jan 8th, 2024 42m 42s

John Pelletier, Director of the Center for Financial Literacy at Champlain College, delves into the current state of financial education in the United States, centering on Pelletier's recent research report that evaluates states based on their

Daniel Hierbert and Aidan Ryan on the Financial Planning Program at Minnesota State University

Jan 3rd, 2024 39m 53s

In this podcast episode, Daniel Hiebert, Associate Professor of Financial Planning at Minnesota State University, and his student Aidan Ryan discuss core financial planning principles, effective teaching strategies, and Aidan's unique perspecti

2023 Payback Challenge Winners : Priscilla Guerra and Yra Climaco

Dec 18th, 2023 17m 24s

Priscilla Guerra of Impact Early College High School (Baytown, TX) and Yra Climaco of Castiac High School (Castiac, CA) joins us on the NGPF Podcast as the National Grand Prize Winners of the 2023 Payback Challenge. Both winners discuss their l

Rachel Labi, College Student and Co-Founder of Building Financial Freedom

Dec 13th, 2023 30m 46s

Rachel Labi, a student at Purdue University, entrepreneur, and Co-Founder of Building Financial Freedom, shares her journey through personal finance education, internships, and social entrepreneurship.

Caleb Silver, Editor in Chief of Investopedia on Financial Journalism

Dec 6th, 2023 43m 47s

Caleb Silver, the editor-in-chief of Investopedia, leads the platform's adoption of a user-centric pull strategy, catering to 18 to 22 million monthly users actively seeking financial information. The platform houses a vast collection of contin

Hal Hershfield, Professor of Marketing, Behavioral Decision-Making and Psychology

Nov 29th, 2023 40m 3s

Professor Hal Hershfield from UCLA's Anderson School of Management discusses key concepts from his book, "Your Future Self: How to Make Tomorrow Better Today." First, he recommends a departure from traditional goal-setting and the use of proxie

Greg Ratliff on Working in the Field of Philanthropy

Nov 21st, 2023 44m 26s

Today on the show, Yanley is joined by Greg Ratliff, a Vice President at the Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisor's New York Office with a main role of advising investors on portfolios to generate both social and financial returns. Working in the f

James Redelsheimer and Derek D'Angelo, Members of the Foundation for Economic Education

Nov 15th, 2023 41m 16s

James Redelsheimer and Derek D'Angelo from the Foundation for Economic Education discuss their passion for and background in financial literacy as well as AI's role in teaching. Both educators turned curriculum developers begin by sharing their

Cara Macksoud, the CEO of Money Habitudes, on Uncovering Financial Behavior Patterns

Nov 8th, 2023 37m 54s

Cara Macksoud, the CEO of Money Habitudes, transitioned from being an ETF trader on Wall Street to becoming a passionate advocate for financial education. Her journey began when she worked with unbanked youth and discovered their mistrust of fi

Crystina Cardozo, Educator and Investor on Her Journey into Real Estate

Oct 30th, 2023 41m 49s

In this podcast episode, Crystina Cardozo, an educator and real estate investor, shares her journey into real estate investing and offers valuable insights into the world of short-term rentals. She discusses her experiences buying properties in