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 Million Bazillion is a podcast from Marketplace that inspires families to talk about money. Described as “a godsend for anyone who knows a little kid with big questions about money,” by The New York Times, the podcast tackles questions from: "What is cryptocurrency?" to “How do I save money?” and “How does inflation work?” Hosts Ryan Perez and Bridget Bodnar take listeners on an awesome adventure to answer the awkward, complex and sometimes surprising money questions from real kids.

Million Bazillion is made possible in part by The Ranzetta Family Charitable Fund and Next Gen Personal Finance, supporting Marketplace’s work to make younger audiences smarter about the economy. This podcast is presented by Greenlight, the debit card and investing app for kids and teens.Copyright 2025 Minnesota Public Radio Política y Gobierno
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  • What are tariffs?

    What are tariffs?
    Jun 10 2025

    Bridget convinces Ryan to launch a new side business, solving money problems. Today’s problem - a local fifth-grader is facing competition with her slime business from a rival school. Could a tariff help solve her problem? With the help of a not-so-spooky-ghost, they’ll learn what tariffs are, and why they make the price of things go up, and how tariffs can lead to…a trade war.


    If your family is interested in learning more about the questions we answered in this episode, check out our website. We’ve got discussion questions and tips!


    This episode is sponsored by Greenlight. Sign up for Greenlight today at greenlight.com/million.
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  • What is the lottery, and how does it work?

    What is the lottery, and how does it work?
    Jun 3 2025

    It’s a new season of “Million Bazillion!” In this episode, Ryan and Bridget dive into the world of lotteries after listener Oskar asked how they work. With the help of a talking stat(istics) cat, they learn just how tricky it is to win big. But like many lottery hopefuls, the pair still buys a ticket with a plan they think will help them beat the odds. Will their idea work? Listen to find out!


    If your family is interested in learning more about the questions we answered in this episode, check out our website. We’ve got discussion questions and tips!


    This episode is sponsored by Greenlight. Sign up for Greenlight today at greenlight.com/million.
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    27 m
  • "Million Bazillion" returns June 3!

    "Million Bazillion" returns June 3!
    May 27 2025

    Hello, Million Bazillionaires!


    In the new season of Million Bazillion, Ryan and Bridget head out on even bigger adventures to answer some of the best money questions we’ve ever received:


    From the mystery behind the lottery, to explaining tariffs, and how athletes get paid, the ins and outs of ATMs and how to keep your money info safe online, and why organic food costs more than non-organic food. But the fun doesn’t end there. When you’re done listening to each episode, check out our newsletter for bonus content and cool questions to spark conversations between kids and grownups.


    New episodes drop every Tuesday starting June 3! Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.


    In the meantime, check out our trailer above and catch up on any episodes you might’ve missed.

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A very interesting & fun podcast for kids to learn everything about money throughout the podcasts. I stop it periodically to ask comprehension questions & clarify things if they don’t understand. Maybe ad a PDF worksheet reviewing?

Awesome podcast for kids

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I loved it I learned so much I definitely recommend it loved it so much

Loved it

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I love how funny this podcast is and all the stories they come up with to fit in with the topic. I also love that It explains money in a kid friendly way.

SO FUNNY AND SMART

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Oh my gosh this is the best money podcast ever! When I first listened to this podcast I knew NOTHING about money but now I know EVERYTHING! Don’t get me wrong, I still like other podcasts like Forever Ago and Brains On, but I love your podcast a lot too. KMNE! (Look above for definition.)

Keep making new episodes (KMNE)

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