The Truth About What's Wrong With Our Schools

The Truth About What's Wrong With Our Schools

Author: Latin Wealth June 18, 2026 Duration: 1:10:03

In this inspiring episode of the Latin Wealth Podcast, host Chris sits down with financial educator, author, and powerhouse speaker Yanely Espinal @missbehelpful . Yanely shares her incredible journey growing up in a Dominican household with nine siblings in Brooklyn, NY, to becoming a national voice for financial education and policy change.Now the Director of Educational Outreach at NextGen Personal Finance and a member of CNBC’s Financial Wellness Council, Yanely breaks down how she overcame credit card debt, why she became passionate about personal finance, and what needs to change in the U.S. education system. She also dives deep into the importance of financial literacy for Latino families, how she launched her YouTube channel, and how she's helping push legislation to require personal finance education in all 50 states by 2030.We also talk about AI’s role in the future of education, how Latinas can set up their families for generational wealth, and her best-selling book, Mind Your Money.This is a must-watch for first-gen entrepreneurs, educators, and anyone looking to break generational cycles and build real financial empowerment.🔗 Grab Yanely’s book: mindyourmoneybook.com📲 Follow Yanely on Instagram: @missbehelpful📧 Book Yanely or connect: missbehelpful@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/latinwealthListen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69AfcWl... Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Email us at: latinwealthpodcast@gmail.com


Latin Wealth moves beyond simple inspiration to deliver concrete financial education tailored for the Latino experience. Each episode digs into the mechanics of building security and legacy, whether that means dissecting a particular real estate strategy, analyzing market trends, or walking through the early challenges of launching a business. The conversations are built on practical tools and actionable steps, translating often opaque wealth-building concepts into clear plans. You'll hear from individuals who have navigated similar paths, sharing not just their successes but the tangible lessons learned along the way. This podcast operates on the principle that economic growth within the community starts with accessible knowledge, focusing squarely on creating sustainable income streams and dismantling the barriers to generational wealth. It’s a resource for anyone ready to move from intention to action, offering the education and resources needed to claim financial independence. Tune in for a direct, no-fluff approach to mastering the stock market, evaluating real estate opportunities, and fueling entrepreneurial ventures.
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