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Hello Everyone, I am a business and technology teacher that feels podcast are a great source of information. The problem is there is nothing out there that is specifically geared towards students! Hopefully that is where I can help. This podcast aims to

Anthony Iwen


    • Aug 23, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 38 EPISODES


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    Young Millionaire (Custodial Roth IRA)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2024 9:06


    Do you know the benefits of starting your retirement investments at an early age? Well you do now! Let me know if you have any questions or concerns. Like always I love hearing from you all. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-iwen/support

    Loan Me Your Ears

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2024 5:22


    Hello Listeners, In today's episode, we learn about the world of loans; what they are, the many different types, and what to consider before committing to one. As always, feel free to leave a comment or question. Remember, when it comes to financial questions, you're never "a loan!" --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-iwen/support

    Catching on to Your Net Worth

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2024 4:10


    Hello Listeners, In this episode, I talk about what the term "net worth" means as well as provide different examples to help you understand how to calculate your own net worth. Thanks for listening, Anthony --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-iwen/support

    Information > Inflation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2024 4:37


    Hello Everyone, In this episode, I talk about the world of inflation. I go over what it is as well as how to overcome it. Remember, the more you know, the more you can prepare for whatever life throws your way, including the rising costs of your favorite products! Thanks for listening, Anthony Iwen --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-iwen/support

    Risky Business

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2024 5:08


    Hello Listeners, On today's episode you get to learn about what a risky investment means? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-iwen/support

    Jobs Are Not All Created Equal

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2023 5:59


    Hello Listens, On this episode I talk about how to think about your future job and more importantly the degree you choose to go with it. If you have any ideas for a future episode please consider leaving a comment. Link from episode: https://www.bls.gov/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-iwen/support

    Virtual Job Fair (Nursing: Bedside Nurse)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2023 5:51


    Hello Listeners, Come listen to the episode to learn about the amazing and rewarding job of nursing. We get to hear the inside scoop of this profession. If you were thinking nursing is a good fit for you solidify it with this episode. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anthony-iwen/support

    Talking Groceries With A Guest

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2023 5:44


    Hello Listeners, On this episode, I am joined by the lovely Maddison Ross (my finance) to discuss how our grocery shopping can have an impact on our budget. If you enjoyed this episode and would like to have her on another one feel free to leave a comment! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anthony-iwen/support

    Is The Mustang A Must Have?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2023 8:29


    Hello Listeners, This episode is a blueprint for the real-life thought process behind buying a vehicle. I talk about the pros and cons of new vs used. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anthony-iwen/support

    HSA Health Savings Account

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2023 7:17


    Hello Listeners, On today's episode I talk about your health as well as the most powerful investment tool there is, the HSA (Health Savings Account). The HSA is such a power tool due to the three tax advantage approach. Listen to this episode to learn why. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anthony-iwen/support

    Virtual Job Fair (Amazon Employee)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2023 7:41


    Hello Listeners,  In this episode, we get to hear a bit about what it's like to work for Amazon. We also get to hear a bit of advice from a different perspective.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anthony-iwen/support

    2 + 2 = A Sum of Money. Now what to do with it?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2022 6:52


    Hello Listeners, On this episode I talk about what to do if you were to get a lump some of money. With the holidays coming up I know that people often receive money as a gift, but if you are not sure of what you can do with that, then more often than not it just disappears without knowing where it truly all went to.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anthony-iwen/support

    Are you a 300 or 850? #CreditScores

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2022 7:48


    Hello Listeners, In this episode, I talk about what a credit score is as well as how to improve it. People often underestimate how much one is able to save over the course of their life as long as they have good credit. Will you be someone who has good credit? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anthony-iwen/support

    Can't Hacked The Informed

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2022 7:26


    Hello Listeners, In this episode we discuss some important tips that will help keep you protected from a world that is becoming increasingly run by technology. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anthony-iwen/support

    I am not perfect, just insured. Are you?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2022 9:40


    On todays episode we are going to highlight the key features of what insurance is as well as when you should think about obtaining it.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anthony-iwen/support

    Should I Buy It?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2022 7:18


    Hello Listeners, In this episode we are going to deep dive into the though process that you should go through when making a decision on wether or not you should purchase something. As well as a few tips and tricks using comparison shopping to ensure that you are buying exactly what you need. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anthony-iwen/support

    On The Road To A Million

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2022 7:01


    Hello Listeners. In this episode, I break down how much you need to save every month if you plan on retiring a millionaire by the age of 65. Remember you are never too old to start planning for your future. If you're young, however; you have your best friend compound interest right by your side. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anthony-iwen/support

    Initial Thoughts on your First Job

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2022 6:11


    Hello Listens, This episode gives you a bit of information that you should think about before applying for a job as well as what you should have prepared when walking into an interview. This episode also discusses a few important key points to think about if you have also recently just started a job. It is important to get the most out of any job, and hopefully, this episode gives you some ideas on how to achieve workplace wonders! Resume Template --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anthony-iwen/support

    Assets vs Liability. Do you know the difference?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2022 5:30


    Hello Listeners, This episode helps you learn the difference between assets and liabilities using explicit examples. The purpose is to prepare each and every one of you to be able to afford the things you want without having to worry about how to pay for them or worse going into debt for that life style! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anthony-iwen/support

    Taxation Fixation

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2022 5:15


    Do you know where that money goes every time you are paid? Well, this episode gives a bit of insight into what taxes are as well as a few of the different programs that make up where your federal taxes go. If you have any questions or have an idea for a future episode feel free to leave a comment. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anthony-iwen/support

    Virtual Job Fair (EMS)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2022 9:38


    Hello Listeners, This episode discusses a bit about the field of EMS. A current professional highlights the pro and cons of this profession so that people feel they know a little about this job before they even start their new journey. Always remember you are able to go to https://www.bls.gov/ to learn more about this profession. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anthony-iwen/support

    Virtual Job Fair (Field Examiner)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2022 6:03


    I am introducing something new to this podcast. In this component, I am going to interview people from different professions to allow you to gain a bit of insider knowledge on different jobs that might fascinate you. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anthony-iwen/support

    Life Skills to Pay Your Bills

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2022 7:28


    This episode is to teach young adults about the necessary life skills that not only prepare them for future success but might also give you a bit of extra cash in your pockets.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anthony-iwen/support

    Testing The Water With Small Steps (Goal Setting)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2022 5:18


    Today's episode discusses how to prepare for goal settings. Sometimes it is better to have small goals to understand how to prepare for the large ones. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anthony-iwen/support

    Credit Cards: Friend or Foe

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2022 7:05


    Are you thinking about getting a Credit Card? I suggest checking out this episode to learn the benefits as well as the downfalls of having one. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anthony-iwen/support

    65 is the New 25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2022 6:56


    Hello Listeners, In this episode, I discuss the pathway to retirement. What you need to do and the benefits of starting as early as you can. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anthony-iwen/support

    The 8th Wonder of the World

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2022 5:03


    Hello Listens, This episode discussed what many considers to be the 8th wonders of the world. Compound interest shows how exponential growth can prepare you for financial success.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anthony-iwen/support

    Find The Job That Works For YOU!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2021 7:32


    Hello Listens, This episode discusses the important things to think about in order to find the best-fit job, or the job that "works" best for you! Some important things to consider are salary, benefits, schedule, and whether this job is one you are passionate about. Remember to be specific to your needs! If you find a job that can check all of these boxes, you are on your way to finding not just a job, but a career! Thanks for listening! Link to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics www.bls.gov --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anthony-iwen/support

    Investing in Yourself

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2021 3:45


    Hello Listeners, This episode is to help young adults see money as a tool for a better means of life. The message of this episode is to teach people to invest in themselves first. Whether that is through direct deposit into a savings account or just physically putting the money aside before doing anything else with it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anthony-iwen/support

    Different Saving Options for Youth

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2021 6:25


    This episodes talk about a few of my favorite saving account options. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anthony-iwen/support

    The Importance of a Good Budget

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 7:30


    Today's episode is all about how to manage your money by using a budget. I talk through important milestones that students should be aware of and ready for in their lives as financially responsible individuals. Here is a link to a budget. Feel free to make a copy of it and use it for your personal money managing needs. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anthony-iwen/support

    College is not the only option.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2021 5:13


    This episode is intended for students to hear about other options other than the traditional four year college degree. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anthony-iwen/support

    College Saving

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2021 6:21


    This episode talks about the financial benefits college can bring as well as two different saving opportunities. The first one is the 529 plan and the second is scholarships. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anthony-iwen/support

    Forms of Payment

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2021 9:23


    This episode teaches young adults about a few different options when it comes to payment choices. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anthony-iwen/support

    Unit Rate

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2021 6:10


    In this episode we break down what unit rate means. After that I go through examples to give everyone a more concrete understanding. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anthony-iwen/support

    Wants vs Needs

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2021 6:09


    This episode talks about the difference between wants and needs. It also teaches a strategy you can you use next time you are shopping. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anthony-iwen/support

    Fixed vs. Variable Cost

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2021 9:26


    Today's podcast is all about the difference between fixed and variable cost, as well as discussing the benefits they both can have on your budget. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anthony-iwen/support

    Opportunity Cost

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2021 7:47


    This is an introduction to what Young Finances is all about as well as teaching about what opportunity cost is. This include both the benefits and consequences. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anthony-iwen/support

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