Tag: Money Conversations

Building Financial Confidence and Community with Christi Rae (Ep. 16)

Building Financial Confidence and Community with Christi Rae (Ep. 16)

Parents often wrestle with one universal question: “Will my kids be okay?”

This episode uncovers how that loving concern connects deeply with emotions, family values, and the power of community.

In this episode, Joline Godfrey speaks with Christi Rae, host of The Great Canadian Piggybank podcast, about helping parents build confidence around money conversations. Christi shares how her journey from gaming to financial education led her to foster community, balance technology with nature, and encourage families to talk openly about money.

Key takeaways:

  • The universal parental worry about children’s financial future and why it stems from love
  • Helping parents feel comfortable admitting what they don’t know about finances
  • The importance of community and connection in learning about money together
  • How financial literacy is tied to emotion, family values, and resilience
  • Christi’s transition from gaming to creating The Great Canadian Piggybank and East Van Seeds to spread joy and community
  • And more!

Resources:

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About our Guest: 

Christi Rae is the creator and host of The Great Canadian Piggybank, a podcast that helps parents feel more confident about teaching their kids money skills within a Canadian context. With over two decades of experience in the gaming industry, leading major franchises such as Fortnite and Gears of War, Christi brings creativity, empathy, and community-building to everything she does. She is also the founder of East Van Seeds, a community initiative promoting sustainability and connection through shared gardening resources.

Teaching Financial Readiness to Children in the Age of AI with Jennifer Fox (Ep. 2)

Teaching Financial Readiness to Children in the Age of AI with Jennifer Fox (Ep. 2)

Teaching children about financial readiness is essential, especially as technology reshapes how they perceive money. 

How do we instill values and decision-making skills in a world dominated by digital interactions?

In this episode, Joline Godfrey interviews Jennifer Fox, a seasoned wealth management professional and parent, about fostering financial understanding in children. They explore the importance of early education, maintaining parental influence amidst technological distractions, and cultivating a family dialogue around money.

Jennifer discusses:

  • The significance of teaching children financial habits early and the challenges of a cashless society
  • How technology impacts children’s understanding of money and the role of family conversations in bridging the gaps
  • Strategies for instilling patience and discernment in children through allowance systems and decision-making exercises
  • The value of discussing family values to align financial decisions with personal and collective priorities
  • Supporting young adults as they make independent financial choices while fostering open communication and trust
  • And more!

Resources:

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Connect with Jennifer Fox:

About our Guest: 

Jennifer Fox is a purpose-driven, inspirational, and innovative leader in the financial services and wealth management space. Known for her authenticity and transparency, she fosters trust and collaboration to create meaningful impacts for clients, teams, and the community.

With a proven track record of crafting and executing strategic visions, Jennifer has consistently transformed organizations, driven remarkable growth, and safeguarded financial and reputational risks. Her reputation as a thought leader is underscored by her ability to identify emerging trends and capitalize on growth opportunities.

Jennifer’s extensive experience extends to seamlessly interfacing, collaborating, and building enduring relationships with C-suite executives, board members, investors, team members, and strategic partners. Her intellectual rigor and leadership have made her a respected figure in the industry.