TED Talks
TED: What does "wealth" mean to you? | Aisha Nyandoro
For people living in poverty, a guaranteed income can mean finally having the space to dream of a comfortable life. Sharing the stories of single moms who participated in a first-of-its-kind program that offered them $1,000 per month...
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TED-Ed: Are solar panels worth it? | Shannon Odell
Today in many countries solar is the cheapest form of energy to produce. Millions of homes are equipped with rooftop solar, with most units paying for themselves in their first seven to 12 years and then generating further savings. So,...
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Tayari Jones Answers Your Questions About ‘The Street’
Author Tayari Jones wrote the introduction to a new edition of Ann Petry's 1946 novel "The Street," our May pick for the NewsHour-New York Times book club, Now Read This. Jones joins Jeffrey Brown to answer reader questions about the...
TED Talks
Amory Lovins: A 40-year plan for energy
In this intimate talk filmed at TED's offices, energy innovator Amory Lovins shows how to get the US off oil and coal by 2050, $5 trillion cheaper, with no Act of Congress, led by business for profit. The key is integrating all four...
TED Talks
TED: An honest look at the personal finance crisis | Elizabeth White
Millions of baby boomers are moving into their senior years with empty pockets and declining choices to earn a living. And right behind them is a younger generation facing the same challenges. In this deeply personal talk, author...
TED Talks
Jacqueline Novogratz: An escape from poverty
Jacqueline Novogratz tells a moving story of an encounter in a Nairobi slum with Jane, a former prostitute, whose dreams of escaping poverty, of becoming a doctor and of getting married were fulfilled in an unexpected way.
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Should the First Mars Mission Be All Women?
Okay, going to Mars is going to be expensive. Not only that, but who we choose to pick on that trip also needs to have the statistically lowest chance of perishing. So it might be the case that our best scenario is all female crew!
TED Talks
Keith Chen: Could your language affect your ability to save money?
What can economists learn from linguists? Behavioral economist Keith Chen introduces a fascinating pattern from his research: that languages without a concept for the future -- "It rain tomorrow," instead of "It will rain tomorrow" --...
TED Talks
TED: How millennials and Gen Z can invest in a better future | Miguel Goncalves
Millennials and Gen Z will inherit 30 trillion dollars of wealth in the coming decades, and what they do with their money will have an incredible impact on the future of the planet, says impact investor Miguel Goncalves. He makes a case...
TED Talks
TED: A transparent, easy way for smallholder farmers to save | Anushka Ratnayake
A safe space to save money is life-changing -- especially for the 60 million smallholder farmers in West Africa (the majority being women) who often live on less than two dollars a day. Poverty fighter Anushka Ratnayake introduces her...
TED Talks
John Gerzema: The post-crisis consumer
John Gerzema says there's an upside to the recent financial crisis -- the opportunity for positive change. In this talk, he identifies four major cultural shifts driving new consumer behavior and shows how businesses are evolving to...
TED Talks
Mark Tercek: An ingenious proposal for scaling up marine protection
Island and coastal nations need to protect their waters to keep the oceans healthy. But they often have lots of debt and aren't able to prioritize ocean conservation over other needs. Mark Tercek and his team at The Nature Conservancy...
Curated Video
The 'Die With Zero' Retirement Strategy That’s Changing Lives
New ReviewThe 'Die With Zero' Rule of Retirement
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3 Steps to a Bulletproof Budget Steps to a Bulletproof Budget
New ReviewKnowing your income and expenses is just the beginning... a next-level budget MUST be able to answer these super-important questions!
PBS
Is Your Money Safe in a Bank?
New Review48% of Americans report feeling moderately to very concerned about the safety of their money they have in financial institutions. Due to bank failures, people have become worried that they might wake up and see the name of their bank on...
Curated Video
Direction and Magnitude Problems
New ReviewYou will solve real-world direction and magnitude problems.
Curated Video
Going To Green - Smart Energy Policy Saves Lakeland Community College Lots of Money
New ReviewSustainable practices can save a lot of money. Case in point is the smart energy system Lakeland Community College switched over to several years ago. This retrofit will pay for itself or Siemens will make up the difference!
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Plan Ahead: 7 Milestone Ages That Guide Your Retirement Success
New ReviewThe Seven Key Milestone Ages in Retirement
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Tips on How to Save Money (Even When You're Broke), by Father-Daughter Investor Duo
Whether you're paying off student debt, a car loan, or a cell phone bill, this father-daughter duo wants you to remember there's a "Millionaire Within," and it's your job to find it. Such is the wisdom ー and title ー of a book by Walter...
Curated Video
How to Build a Nest Egg
Howcast - You know you should save for a rainy day, but how? Here are some easy, low-risk ways to start.
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How to Find More Money to Save
Howcast - Saving money can be a challenge. The secret is two-fold: uncover new sources of "found money" and then make that cash, as well as whatever you’re already saving, work harder for you. Here’s how to do it.
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How to Achieve Financial Freedom
Howcast - Financial freedom is about having the breathing room to live your life the way you want to. Learn how to have the financial freedom to do what you want.
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How to Build a Diversified Portfolio
Howcast - The best way to weather the ups and downs of the market is to have a balanced mix of assets. While a diversified portfolio doesn’t guarantee against loss, it can help improve returns over the long-term.