Dive into the latest NGPF Podcast episodes to uncover the future of financial literacy in education. Listen to Dr. Carly Urban reveal the impact of state policies on high school financial education, Dan Otter and Scott Dauenhauer from 403(b)wise advocate for better 403(b) retirement plans for teachers, and Karen Holland share how Gifting Sense empowers young learners to make smart spending decisions.

Dr. Carly Urban, Personal Finance Education Researcher

In this NGPF Podcast, Dr. Carly Urban, an Associate Professor of Economics at Montana State University, discusses her research on the impact of state policies on personal finance education in U.S. high schools. Over five years, she has analyzed how schools implement financial education, revealing variations in curriculum integration and access. Dr. Urban explores the effectiveness of standalone courses versus embedded content and highlights the challenges of ensuring educational consistency. Her findings underscore the importance of robust financial literacy programs and their potential benefits for students. Tune in to gain insights into the current state and future directions of financial education in schools.

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Dan Otter & Scott Dauenhauer, 403(b)wise

In this NGPF Podcast episode, Dan Otter and Scott Dauenhauer of 403(b)wise discuss the challenges teachers face with 403(b) retirement plans, including high fees and poor investment options. The duo shares their advocacy journey to empower educators with better financial literacy and tools for improving retirement outcomes. They also explore state policies impacting financial education and offer practical advice for educators aiming to enhance their financial plans. Listen to this discussion to learn how educators can navigate and advocate for better retirement options.

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Karen Holland, Founder of Gifting Sense

In this episode, Karen Holland discusses her innovative platform, Gifting Sense, which equips young learners with the tools to make informed spending decisions. Karen, a former sovereign risk analyst, combines her financial expertise with her passion for education to help children understand the value of money through her "Does it Make Sense Score" calculator. The podcast explores how Gifting Sense promotes financial literacy by encouraging kids to critically assess their purchasing choices, significantly impacting their financial awareness and decision-making skills.

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About the Author

Ren Makino

Ren started interning at NGPF in 2014, and worked part-time through high school and college. With his knowledge growing alongside NGPF, he joined the team to work full-time after graduating from college in 2020. He is also the producer of the NGPF podcast. During his free time, he likes to try out coffees from different roasters across the world.