You Are The Target!
UEN-TV 9.1
Upcoming Show Times:
9:00 AM on Mar 31, 2013
Past Show Times:
3:30 PM on Jan 2, 2013
Every day, kids and teens are subjected to thousands of commercial messages from advertisers. This episode helps you recognize when you are being targeted, how to resist manipulation, and when to apply good consumer skills to cut through the commercial fog.
Escape The Box
UEN-TV 9.1
Past Show Times:
9:00 AM on Jan 6, 2013
What do you do when opportunity knocks? Learn how to recognize and act on new opportunities in your life and to be creative in problem solving.
The Economics of Economics
UEN-TV 9.1
Upcoming Show Times:
9:00 AM on Apr 7, 2013
Past Show Times:
3:30 PM on Jan 9, 2013
Here's a lighter look at a complex science. Learn about everything from micro to macro economics, supply and demand, and economic indicators. See how business owners and even individuals use economic principles to make financial decisions. Meet a young entrepreneur who started up her serving business when the economy turned down. It’s all economics!
A World Without Taxes
UEN-TV 9.1
Upcoming Show Times:
3:30 PM on Mar 13, 2013
Past Show Times:
9:00 AM on Jan 13, 2013
Explore how taxes impact your life. Find out about the importance of federal, state, and local taxes and learn what they pay for. Meet young business owners who sell lacrosse socks and others who serve as swimming instructors and hear how they handle taxes.
Businesses That Give Back
UEN-TV 9.1
Upcoming Show Times:
9:00 AM on Apr 14, 2013
Past Show Times:
3:30 PM on Jan 16, 2013
Get to know some businesses that are giving back in big ways, including up-and-coming entertainer Cymphonique, who helps encourage positive self-esteem for girls. Learn from socially conscious companies that are doing good. It’s the new triple bottom line: people, planet, and profit.
Debt: The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly
UEN-TV 9.1
Upcoming Show Times:
3:30 PM on Mar 20, 2013
Past Show Times:
9:00 AM on Jan 20, 2013
It's easy to spend more than you make with credit cards. Learn to avoid the pitfalls of overspending by keeping a spending journal, sticking to a budget, and living a cash existence. Meet the owner of a carpet cleaning company and a radio DJ who have both learned how to manage debt.
What's in the Books?
UEN-TV 9.1
Upcoming Show Times:
9:00 AM on Apr 21, 2013
Past Show Times:
3:30 PM on Jan 23, 2013
Poor recordkeeping adds up to lost money. This episode examines bookkeeping and accounting, income and expenses, profit and loss, and gives tips on how to get over math anxiety (in case you have it). Meet the youngest Harlem Globetrotter who does a slam dunk with his books.
Crash Course On Starting A Business
UEN-TV 9.1
Upcoming Show Times:
3:30 PM on Apr 10, 2013
Past Show Times:
9:00 AM on Jan 27, 2013
So you've got an idea - now what? Check out this quick, but comprehensive course on business basics. You'll learn how to refine your ideas, make a business plan, identify funding sources, find a market, and of course, sell your service or product. Find out how two teen girls developed a $2 million business out of magnetic bottle caps.
Take It to the Bank
UEN-TV 9.1
Upcoming Show Times:
9:00 AM on Apr 28, 2013
Past Show Times:
3:30 PM on Jan 30, 2013
Get a kid’s view of the services that banks, credit unions and other financial institutions offer – and why you should make use of them early in life. Learn the different products and services that banks offer and how to shop for the right bank for you. Meet a young entrepreneur with a haunted house who has no fear of banking.
What's Up with the Stock Market?
UEN-TV 9.1
Upcoming Show Times:
3:30 PM on Apr 3, 2013
Past Show Times:
9:00 AM on Feb 3, 2013
Learn the language of the stock market and how these terms apply to your life. Meet an 11-year-old who created an application for the iPhone that helps teach other kids about the stock market.
It's A Job to Get A Job!
UEN-TV 9.1
Upcoming Show Times:
9:00 AM on May 5, 2013
Past Show Times:
3:30 PM on Feb 6, 2013
It’s a job getting a job and Biz Kid$ is here to help. Learn tips and tricks for writing a great resume, dressing for success, and nailing the interview. Get the inside scoop on what employers look for from a young entrepreneur who manages 200 employees.
Your First Big Purchase
UEN-TV 9.1
Upcoming Show Times:
9:00 AM on Feb 10, 2013
3:30 PM on Mar 27, 2013
You'll want to understand the important steps to take before your first big purchase, whether you're buying the latest computer, a new smart phone, or a car. You will learn about budgeting, researching, negotiating, and more. Find out how a teen photographer upgraded his camera and a 15-year-old aviator purchased an old airplane!
Fundraising Can Be Fun
UEN-TV 9.1
Upcoming Show Times:
3:30 PM on Feb 13, 2013
9:00 AM on May 12, 2013
Have a worthy cause? Then host a worthy fundraiser. This episode shows how to organize volunteers, choose the right venue, get the word out, and keep expenses low. Learn the right way to do the right thing.
How to Make A Million Bucks!
UEN-TV 9.1
Upcoming Show Times:
9:00 AM on Feb 17, 2013
3:30 PM on Apr 17, 2013
It is possible! If you start early and save consistently, you'll take advantage of the power of compound interest. You can make a million by working hard, spending less than you make, and saving, saving, saving. Meet a 16-year-old with a fashion recycling business.
What to Do with a Windfall
UEN-TV 9.1
Upcoming Show Times:
3:30 PM on Feb 20, 2013
9:00 AM on May 19, 2013
Congratulations — you have a windfall! Now what? Take a look at some investment alternatives and how to evaluate them based on time, risk, and rate of return. Meet several young entrepreneurs who were faced with a financial opportunity and see where they decided to invest their money.
Scam-A-Rama (Protect Yourself from Being Scammed)
UEN-TV 9.1
Upcoming Show Times:
9:00 AM on Feb 24, 2013
3:30 PM on Apr 24, 2013
It's a complicated world and there are many ways you can be taken advantage of or cheated. Learn how to recognize a scam, and how to protect yourself from identify theft, pyramid schemes, and more.
Businesses Going Green
UEN-TV 9.1
Upcoming Show Times:
3:30 PM on Feb 27, 2013
9:00 AM on May 26, 2013
Going green is worthwhile and good for the bottom line. Explore the profitable side of going green, and learn how to distinguish between what's hype, and what's hip. Meet two college grads who learned how to make a profit from the coffee grounds up.
The Value of Money
UEN-TV 9.1
Upcoming Show Times:
9:00 AM on Mar 3, 2013
3:30 PM on May 1, 2013
With many currencies around the world, what determines the value of money? What are the factors that raise or lower the value of the american dollar? Why is the dollar measured against the chinese yuan, the japanese yen, or the euro? Learn why the value of the dollar is important in your life.
All in the Family
UEN-TV 9.1
Upcoming Show Times:
3:30 PM on Mar 6, 2013
Does your family talk marketing over meatloaf? Do you know someone who tracks revenue at the family reunion? Family-run businesses come in all shapes and sizes whether you're a mom-and-pop shop or the Ford Motor Corporation. Learn how families work, grow, and fight their way to profits.
What's Your Money Personality?
UEN-TV 9.1
Upcoming Show Times:
9:00 AM on Mar 10, 2013
How do you act with money? Are you a “Money Star,” “Oblivious, or “Penny Wise Pound Foolish”? This episode looks at the range of emotional reactions and connections people have with money. So what personality are you? Find out in this episode.
Business Structures
UEN-TV 9.1
Upcoming Show Times:
9:00 AM on Mar 17, 2013
What structure is right for your future business? It’s not just “ incorporated” anymore. Join us and learn about LLCs, sole proprietorships, partnerships, and more. Examine the pros and cons of each business structure and discover which one could be right for you. Meet two girls who were able to start both a non-profit organization and a for-profit company, all from selling honey.
Movin' On Out
UEN-TV 9.1
Upcoming Show Times:
9:00 AM on Mar 24, 2013
Check out this kid's guide to the true cost of cutting the cord and being independent. This episode takes you through it all — budgeting, roommates, finding a place, and learning about all the hidden costs that Mom and Dad used to pay for you. Meet seven girls who figured out how to share finances and the hairdryer. So how much does it cost to live on your own? More than you think!
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