This Is Uncomfortable

First-gen finances, from “Financially Inclined”

Feb 13, 2024

Gigi Gonzalez, the First Gen Mentor, joins host Yanely Espinal to discuss the unique financial pressures faced by first-generation individuals. They explore topics such as navigating financial challenges, setting boundaries, and having open conversations about money. They also highlight the importance of financial education and the Greenlight money app for teens as a tool for investing responsibly.

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Seeking out additional support is crucial for first-generation individuals, whether it's at school or in the workplace.

Regularly discussing money with family can help establish financial boundaries and protect your own financial wellbeing.

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Importance of Seeking Support

As a first-generation student or professional, it is crucial to reach out for additional support. Whether it's seeking help at school or in the workplace, there is no shame in asking for assistance. By raising your hand and seeking support, you can navigate financial challenges more effectively and alleviate some of the pressures that come with being the first in your family to experience certain situations.

Introduction

3min

Navigating Financial Challenges as a First-Generation College Student

8min

Setting Financial Boundaries and Having Open Conversations

4min

Navigating Financial Situations and Pressures as a First Gen Kid

4min

First Generation Earners and Savers: Investing for Financial Independence

2min

We wanted to share a particularly uncomfy episode from Marketplace’s “Financially Inclined,” a financial literacy podcast for teens.

Being a first-generation student can mean facing bigger financial pressures than your peers, with less generational knowledge and wealth. “Financially Inclined” host Yanely Espinal talks to Gigi Gonzalez, the First Gen Mentor, to help you navigate the unique pressures of being the first in your family – whether that’s being a first-gen American, first-gen college student, first-gen professional, first-gen entrepreneur or more!

Think you’re financially inclined? Check out these resources:

Explore resources for first-gen students from the Collective Success Network

Learn more wealth building tips from Business Insider

Prepare for a “money talk” with your family using this guide from CNBC

Are you in an educational setting? Here’s a handy listening guide.

This podcast is presented in partnership with Greenlight: the money app for teens — with investing. For a limited time, our listeners can earn $10 when they sign up for a Greenlight account.

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This Is Uncomfortable

First-gen finances, from “Financially Inclined”

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

Importance of Seeking Support

Setting Financial Boundaries

Sharing Knowledge and Creating a Ripple Effect

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts