Videos · Man on the Street · Sep 19, 2018
How High Should The Minimum Wage Be?
Will Witt travels to UCLA to ask college students how high the minimum wage should be. Check it out!
Videos · Financial Literacy: Cash Course · Jul 25, 2025
Redistribution: Does It Work?
Life isn't equal, and neither are incomes. But is government redistribution the solution? In this episode of Cash Course, teens dive into the economics of fairness with playful illustrations that…
Videos · Financial Literacy: Cash Course · Jul 11, 2025
The Risky Business of National Budgets
Even governments need a budget! In this episode of Cash Course, middle and high school students break down how national budgets work—from borrowing and spending to managing debt. Discover how a…
Videos · Financial Literacy: Cash Course · Jun 20, 2025
In Sync with Circular Flow
Lights, camera… economics! In this high-energy episode of Cash Course, the "Cash Course Boys" break down the circular flow model through music and dance. From banks to businesses to the government,…
Videos · Financial Literacy: Cash Course · Jun 06, 2025
Trading to Your Advantage
Should a country make everything it needs or trade with others? This episode of Cash Course breaks down the factors that help countries decide what to produce and when to trade. Teach your high…
Videos · Financial Literacy: Cash Course · May 23, 2025
Make Trade, Not War
Trade is a global affair—connecting people around the world through the exchange of goods and services, from chopsticks to jumbo jets. Perfect for high schoolers, this episode on international trade…
Videos · Financial Literacy: Cash Course · May 09, 2025
But Why Tariffs?
You may have heard about tariffs in the news—but what are they, and how do they actually work? This episode covers everything your high schooler needs to know about tariffs—taxes on foreign goods.…
Videos · Financial Literacy: Cash Course · Apr 25, 2025
The Tug-o-War of Labor Markets
What determines wages—the amount you get paid to do a job? Perfect for high schoolers, teens building their financial literacy, or anyone about to start a new job, this episode explores how supply…
Videos · Financial Literacy: Cash Course · Apr 04, 2025
Unemployment: Vital Sign of an Economy
What does unemployment reveal about the health of the economy? In this episode, we break down four key types—frictional, structural, cyclical, and seasonal—and explore how each one affects people and…
Videos · Financial Literacy: Cash Course · Mar 20, 2025
The Wild Ride of Economic Cycles
Buckle up for a thrilling ride through the ups and downs of the economy! In this action-packed episode of Cash Course, we break down the economic cycle—explaining how expansion, contraction, and…
Videos · Financial Literacy: Cash Course · Mar 07, 2025
The Great Federal Reserve Mystery
Think the Federal Reserve is too complicated to understand? Not anymore! In this mystery-solving episode, high school students will uncover how America’s central bank controls the money supply, sets…
Videos · Financial Literacy: Cash Course · Feb 21, 2025
The Cost of Price Controls
Life can be expensive. But what happens when the government tries to cap the cost of food, rent, and everyday goods? In this episode, your high school students will discover how artificial price…
Videos · Financial Literacy: Cash Course · Feb 07, 2025
America's Economic Secret Sauce
What makes America’s economy different from the rest of the world? Take your high school students on a journey through history to discover the unique recipe for America’s success: free enterprise,…
Videos · Financial Literacy: Cash Course · Jan 24, 2025
Profits & Losses: The Hidden Signal
Should the government step in to protect companies from failure? Or does shielding businesses from losses lead to inefficiency and higher costs? In this episode of Cash Course, your middle and high…
Videos · Financial Literacy: Cash Course · Dec 19, 2024
Measuring Economic Performance
If you want to know whether an economy is healthy, there are three key indicators to watch: Gross Domestic Product (GDP), the Consumer Price Index (CPI), and the Unemployment Rate. But what do these…
Videos · Financial Literacy: Cash Course · Dec 19, 2024
Schools of Economic Thought
If you think economics is black and white, think again. When it comes to issues like taxation, monetary policy, and government regulation, people often disagree. In this episode, your middle and high…
Videos · Financial Literacy: Cash Course · Nov 21, 2024
Why Economic Systems Matter
What are the differences between command, free, and mixed market economies? In this episode of Cash Course, your students will learn how government regulation impacts business, why competition fuels…
Videos · Financial Literacy: Cash Course · Nov 21, 2024
Economic Policies and You
How do economic policies—both monetary and fiscal—affect your everyday decisions? In this episode of Cash Course, you’ll learn how the Federal Reserve manages the money supply through interest rates,…
Videos · Financial Literacy: Cash Course · Oct 30, 2024
Scarcity and Choice
Whether we like it or not, time and money are limited. But scarcity—the gap between our limitless desires and finite resources—can spark creativity and drive innovation. In this episode of Cash…
Videos · Financial Literacy: Cash Course · Oct 30, 2024
Making Economic Decisions
Economics is often called the “study of choice.” But how do you know what choices to make? In this episode of Cash Course, we’ll explore four ways to make economic decisions: opportunity costs,…
Videos · Financial Literacy: Cash Course · Oct 30, 2024
The Role of Prices
How does your local coffee shop decide what to charge for a cup of coffee? The answer lies in understanding prices! In this episode of Cash Course, learn how supply and demand, consumer value, and…
Videos · Financial Literacy: Cash Course · Sep 05, 2024
Inflation & Your Money
What is inflation, and how does it impact your finances? In this Cash Course episode, discover why prices rise, the difference between monetary and non-monetary inflation, and how government…
Videos · Financial Literacy: Cash Course · Sep 05, 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Fraud
Artificial intelligence is a powerful tool, but it also opens the door to new types of scams. In this episode of Cash Course, middle and high school students will learn about AI-related fraud,…
Videos · Financial Literacy: Cash Course · Aug 22, 2024
Gambling with Your Money
Gambling might seem like harmless fun, but it can quickly spiral into serious financial and emotional distress. In this episode of Cash Course, discover how gambling is rigged to make you lose, the…
Videos · Financial Literacy: Cash Course · Aug 22, 2024
Taxes III: Freelancing & 1099s
Working as a freelancer may offer flexibility, but it also comes with increased responsibility. Unlike employees who receive a W-2 with taxes already deducted, independent contractors receive a Form…