May 11, 2021 · 23m
Why do people keep falling for financial scams? Dive into the history of con artists and how technology makes it easier for these schemes to flourish.
Money, Explained
We spend it, we borrow it, and save it. Now let's talk about money and its many minefields, from credit cards to casino, scammers to student loans.
Season 1 Episodes
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May 11, 2021 · 23m
The convenience of credit cards comes at a price. From the methods banks use to maximize profits to a debt myth debunked, take a look inside the system.
May 11, 2021 · 23m
Higher education helps society. But paying for it can be ruinous. What led to the U.S. student debt crisis, and is there a way to fix it?
May 11, 2021 · 23m
Feeling lucky? Explore the ways our brains work against us when we're looking to beat the odds — and how the gambling industry takes advantage of it.
May 11, 2021 · 23m
Retiring comfortably middle-class in America requires more than $1 million in savings. How did the dream of golden years leisure get so out of reach?
Season 1 FAQ
Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.
When did Money, Explained Season 1 premiere?
Money, Explained Season 1 premiered on May 11, 2021.
How many episodes are in Money, Explained Season 1?
Money, Explained Season 1 has 5 episodes.
What is the first episode of Money, Explained Season 1?
The season opens with Season 1 Episode 1, "Get Rich Quick". It aired on May 11, 2021.
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