How do you raise kids who can thrive financially in a world of AI, climate change, and rising costs?
In this episode of The Great Canadian Piggy Bank, Christi Rae sits down with Bruce Sellery — host of the Moolala podcast, bestselling author, and financial columnist for CBC — to talk about building financial resilience in kids (and parents too).
Bruce shares why optimism matters, why living within your means is still the #1 money skill, and how to teach kids about money through everyday conversations instead of lectures. From emergency funds to side hustles, customer service skills to delaying gratification, this conversation is packed with practical takeaways you can start using at home.
Tune in and get inspired to raise kids who can thrive financially, no matter what the future holds.
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Chapters
00:00 Uncertain Financial Times
01:22 Optimism in Uncertain Times
02:59 Navigating Unpredictability
03:13 The Circle of Control
06:09 Emergency Funds and Financial Education
09:45 Benefit of Gig Economy
11:20 The Importance of Customer Service Skills
12:41 Sustainable Spending Models
15:31 Living Below Your Means
16:03 Common Mistakes
17:25 Final Tip
18:07 Using Money as a Tool
19:16 Practicing Delayed Gratification