Gens Lens

Gens Lens

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Gens Lens episodes

  • Epistode 7 Part 1 Financial Literacy

    Episode 7 of the Gens Lens podcast delves into the crucial topic of financial literacy, examining it through the unique perspectives of different generations. This episode aims to uncover how financial knowledge and habits vary across age groups, from Baby Boomers to Gen Z, and the implications these differences have on financial well-being and decision-making.


    Teresa Griffith is our guest on this episode and she shares her experience in working with credit unions and different age groups.

    By the end of the episode, listeners gain a comprehensive understanding of how financial literacy is not a one-size-fits-all concept but rather a dynamic and generationally influenced skill set that requires tailored approaches to education and practice.

    54 min
  • Episode 6 What path should you take? College or Trade school?

    Trades vs. College - A Generational DivideIn this episode, we explore the changing attitudes towards technical education and skilled trades across different generations. From the baby boomers who were pushed towards university, to millennials looking for affordable alternatives, to Gen Z embracing hands-on learning - we examine the societal and economic factors shaping these view. Our guest today is Jack McDonald a current student at Moore Tech.


    We'll discuss the stereotypes and stigmas around blue-collar work that previous generations faced. Jack will share his personal journeys and how societal attitudes towards trades have evolved over time.The episode also looks at economic data on earnings potential, job growth projections, and how the skilled trades gap may impact different industries in the coming decades.Whether you're a high school student weighing your options, or simply curious about alternative paths to career success, this fascinating cross-generational dialogue will provide insights into the changing landscape of vocational education and work.ShareRewrite

    38 min
  • Episode 5 Inflation Through the Eyes of Generations

    In this episode, we explore the economic phenomenon of inflation from the perspectives of different age groups. Inflation has impacted every generation in unique ways, shaping their financial experiences and outlook on money.We'll hear from:

    • A Silent Generation who remembers the high inflation of the 1970s and the challenges it posed for their families
    • A Gen Xer who entered adulthood and the workforce during an inflationary period in the early 1990s, and the impact of higher prices.
      • A Gen Zer just starting their career and facing inflated prices for basics like food, rent, and gas right out of the gate.

        • Through these varied generational lenses, we'll gain insights into how inflation affects financial decisions across the lifespan. Tune in for an intergenerational dialogue on the impacts, challenges, and lessons learned from this economic force.

        31 min
      • Episode 4 The Good Samaritan

        Join us today as we discuss doing good for others. We all have opportunities to help others when we see a need. Find out how we view those opportunities. Do we have cynicism? Fear of our own Safety? How have we handles the situations in the past? Will it change the way we do things in the future? We discuss this topic through the lens of 20somethings, 50 somethings and 70somethings. Our ages and our experiences lead to different perspectives

        30 min
      • Episode 3 How The New Generation Is Learning About Giving Back?

        Wrapping up the month of March, we wanted to explore how the new generation learns about giving back. To that end, we welcomed our first guest, Christine Giles, a faculty at St.Agnes Academy. She shared with us what she has been teaching the new generation about nonprofits and the stories from those engagements.

        36 min
      • Episode 2 Gens Lens - What we've learned from the experience of Covid?

        We are three days away from the fourth anniversary of the start of COVID-19. In these past four years, we've changed so much. Here at Gens Lens, we've decided to discuss the impact of COVID-19 and what we've learned from that experience, examining it from each generation's perspective.

        We acknowledge the complexity and controversies surrounding the topic. Having said that, we stand by our choices and opinions, regarding sharing our individual views on a global event that had an enormous impact. As a team, we were initially hesitant about the approach and careful about our method of expression. Ultimately, everyone felt happy and content with the conversation, despite the differences in opinion. This, once again, reaffirms the mission of Gens Lens.

        35 min

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      Different generations come together to discuss current, generationally divisive topics and find common ground. So, whatever arguments, or conversations you might have with your parents, kids,…