

WhyFI Matter$
Kriti
Teens and young adults around the world... It is no secret that learning about finances is boring for us, but the reality is that being financially illiterate is not an option. Through WhyFI Matters, we will explore fun, trendy and interesting topics while improving our financial IQ & learn about global citizenship, so that hopefully we won't have to live in our parents' basement when we're older!
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Jul 5, 2020 • 13min
Bank-sy It : Why Financial Inclusion Matters
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 learn more! Also, don't forget to register to GirlCon Chicago 2020 where I will be speaking and hosting a workshop on Tech + Finances. https://girlconchicago.com/Support the show

Jun 28, 2020 • 37min
Cross-Over Episode: Chi-Town Chats
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 to our challenges and successes and everything in between!From A Teen's Perspective: https://soundcloud.com/fromateensperspectiveSupport the show

Jun 20, 2020 • 40min
What's Cooking? An Interview with teen celebrity chef, Logan Guleff!
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!!Logan's website: http://www.loganguleff.com/Support the show

Jun 14, 2020 • 11min
#StayWoke: The Racial Wealth Gap
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-worsehttps://www.brookings.edu/blog/up-front/2020/02/27/examining-the-black-white-wealth-gap/https://www.urban.org/research/publication/who-benefits-asset-building-tax-subsidieshttps://apps.urban.org/features/wealth-inequality-charts/Support the show

Jun 7, 2020 • 11min
Life at the Intersection: Privilege, Oppression and Intersectionality
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 Privilege, Oppression and Intersectionality. Anti-Racist resources: https://medium.com/wake-up-call/a-detailed-list-of-anti-racism-resources-a34b259a3eeaSupport the show

May 31, 2020 • 38min
Understanding your Money Journey with Caish
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 Financial Planning: https://genyplanning.com/Support the show

May 30, 2020 • 13min
An Interview with Jelani Jones from Lani Boo Bath
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

May 23, 2020 • 36min
Insta Power ft. Everyday Finance Gal
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/?hl=enEveryday Finance Gal Website: https://everydayfinancegal.com/Support the show

May 16, 2020 • 31min
The Art of Flipping: An Interview with A.J.
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

May 10, 2020 • 15min
The Amazing 'Women on Money'
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