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Money Lessons with Andrew Temte, PhD, CFA

Money Lessons with Andrew Temte, PhD, CFA

Written by: Andrew Temte
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Make Financial Literacy Accessible Through Compelling Storytelling

Join Dr. Andrew Temte every Saturday for Money Lessons—a weekly financial education podcast that transforms complex economic concepts into accessible, engaging stories. Each bite-sized 10-minute episode builds your financial knowledge through historical narratives and practical applications, making this the perfect podcast for anyone seeking to improve their money management skills and investment understanding.

What You'll Learn:

From the ancient origins of money and banking to modern stock markets and retirement planning, Money Lessons covers essential financial literacy topics including:

  • How insurance and risk management work
  • Stock market fundamentals and investment principles
  • Banking systems and monetary policy
  • Interest rates, inflation, and economic cycles
  • Credit, debt, and smart borrowing decisions
  • Foundational macro and microeconomic principles that directly apply to personal financial decision-making
  • Building wealth through informed financial decisions

Your Host:

Dr. Andrew Temte brings unparalleled expertise as a PhD in finance, CFA Charterholder, and former CEO of Kaplan Professional. With over 15 years of university teaching experience, Andy makes finance education approachable for everyone—from high school graduates to seasoned professionals seeking to sharpen their financial acumen.

Why Money Lessons:

Unlike traditional personal finance podcasts, Money Lessons uses historical storytelling to reveal how financial systems evolved and why they matter today. Whether you're learning about the Knights Templar inventing banking, the Dutch East India Company creating stock markets, or Benjamin Franklin's compound interest experiments, each episode connects past innovations to your present financial decisions.

Perfect for young professionals starting their investment journey, parents teaching financial responsibility, or anyone building a foundation for long-term wealth creation.

New episodes every Saturday. Subscribe today and start your journey of financial literacy.

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Episodes
  • What Bond Markets Reveal About Economic Health
    Feb 21 2026

    In this episode of Money Lessons, Andy explores the concept of the yield curve, its various shapes, and implications for the economy and investors. He discusses the normal upward slope of the yield curve, the significance of flat and inverted curves, and how these indicators can signal economic conditions and potential recessions. Andy also emphasizes the importance of understanding the yield curve for making informed investment decisions and interpreting financial news. #yieldcurves #bondmarkets #financialliteracy #personalfinance #financialeducation #moneylessons #recessionsignals

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    11 mins
  • The Dark Side of Credit Ratings: Three Failures Every Investor Should Know
    Feb 14 2026

    In this episode of Money Lessons, Andy explores the failures of credit ratings through historical examples, including the Penn Central bankruptcy, the Enron collapse, and the 2008 financial crisis. He discusses the inherent conflicts in the credit rating system, particularly the issuer-pay model, and the implications of these failures for investors. The episode concludes with lessons learned and the importance of using credit ratings as one of many tools in risk assessment.

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    10 mins
  • What Are Credit Ratings & Why Do They Matter?
    Feb 7 2026

    In this episode of Money Lessons, Andy discusses the world of credit ratings, explaining their significance in the bond market. He introduces the historical context of credit ratings, their development by John Moody, and how they provide a simplified measure of bond quality. The episode covers the different rating scales, the factors influencing ratings, and the implications of these ratings on investment decisions. Temte also highlights the importance of credit ratings in assessing default risk and the limitations inherent in the rating system.

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    11 mins
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