In this powerful episode, we explore the hidden human cost of debt. From student loans to medical bills to payday lending traps, millions are caught in financial systems designed to extract rather than uplift. But behind the numbers are stories—of pride, perseverance, and the quiet struggle to maintain dignity in the face of economic hardship. We hear from individuals fighting to regain control of their lives, experts breaking down how debt disproportionately affects marginalized communities, and activists demanding systemic change. Debt and Dignity is a sobering look at how financial systems shape identity, opportunity, and self-worth in modern society.