TED Talks
How to Reform Economic Inequities and Invest in the Next Generation
In this discussion, NYU professor Scott Galloway critiques the growing economic disparity fueled by outdated policies and inequitable resource allocation. Proposals include revising Social Security to include means-testing and raising...
TED Talks
A Call to Challenge Generational Inequities with Bold Reforms
This conversation between the head of TED, Chris Anderson and NYU professor Scott Galloway explores the widespread impact of Galloway's recent TED talk, which received both overwhelmingly positive feedback and constructive pushback....
TED Talks
TED: How the US is destroying young people's future | Scott Galloway
In a scorching talk, marketing professor and podcaster Scott Galloway dissects the data showing that, by many measures, young people in the US are worse off financially than ever before. He unpacks the root causes and effects of this...
PBS
How Big a Boost Do Working Seniors Give the Economy? (June 12, 2013)
Americans who work past traditional retirement age are extending their productive lives. They're also paying taxes longer, which may have big implications for the country's finances. Economics correspondent Paul Solman reports.
TED Talks
TED: An honest look at the personal finance crisis | Elizabeth White
Millions of baby boomers are moving into their senior years with empty pockets and declining choices to earn a living. And right behind them is a younger generation facing the same challenges. In this deeply personal talk, author...
Crash Course
Social Policy: Crash Course Government and Politics
Today, Craig is going to talk about social policy - in the United States this means achieving one of three goals: protecting Americans from risk, promoting equal opportunity, or assisting the poor. Many Americans strongly believe in...
TED Talks
Adam Davidson: What we learned from teetering on the fiscal cliff
At the end of 2012, the US political system was headed for the "fiscal cliff" -- a budget impasse that could only be solved with bipartisan agreement. Adam Davidson, cohost of "Planet Money," shares surprising data on how bipartisan we...
Crash Course
Monetary and Fiscal Policy: Crash Course Government and Politics
Today, Craig is going to dive into the controversy of monetary and fiscal policy. Monetary and fiscal policy are ways the government, and most notably the Federal Reserve, influences the economy - for better or for worse. So we’re going...
Crash Course
Controlling Bureaucracies: Crash Course Government and Politics
In which Craig Benzine tells you how we keep bureaucracy in check. So we've spent the last few episodes telling you all about what bureaucracies are and why they are formed. And throughout we've hinted about this ever-expanding power...
TED Talks
Nandan Nilekani: Ideas for India's future
Nandan Nilekani, the visionary co-founder of outsourcing pioneer Infosys, explains four brands of ideas that will determine whether India can continue its recent breakneck progress.
Crash Course
The Reagan Revolution Crash Course US History
In which John Green teaches you about what is often called the Reagan Era. Mainly, it covers the eight years during which a former actor who had also been governor of the state of California was president of the United States. John will...
TED-Ed
What few people know about the program that "saved" America | Meg Jacobs
In 1932, one in four Americans was unemployed, marking the highest unemployment rate in the country's history. The Democratic presidential candidate Franklin D. Roosevelt promised a New Deal— a comprehensive set of legislation to support...
Crash Course
The New Deal Crash Course US History
In which John Green teaches you about the New Deal, which was president Franklin D. Roosevelt's plan to pull the united States out of the Great Depression of the 1930's. Did it work? Maybe. John will teach you about some of the most...
Curated Video
Plan Ahead: 7 Milestone Ages That Guide Your Retirement Success
The Seven Key Milestone Ages in Retirement
Curated Video
What Are Social Security Retirement Benefits?
Howcast - Learn about Social Security retirement benefits in this Howcast finance video with expert Gregory McGraime.
Curated Video
How to Recover from Schizophrenia
Howcast - Learn how to recover from schizophrenia from Anthony Newton, who has the brain disorder, in this Howcast video.
Curated Video
Four Potential Silver Linings for Seniors in 2023 I Kiplinger
Struggling seniors have had a lot to worry about in 2022. There’s some good news for 2023, though, that may make life a little easier, such as a Social Security raise.
Curated Video
Valentine's Day protest dubbed 'No love for Con Edison' held at Westchester County Center
The protest was held by local politicians and community members at the Westchester County Center to rally against Con Edison's proposed rate hikes, and delivery rates.
Curated Video
What You Need To Know About The 2024 Social Security Changes
Information you will find useful on the changes
The Business Professor
Self Employment and Payroll Taxes - Explained
What are Self Employment Taxes? What are Payroll Taxes?
The Business Professor
Payroll taxes
Payroll taxes are taxes created by the federal income contributions act or FICA. Payroll taxes are an obligation shared by employers and employees to fund Social Security and Medicare programs. An employer withholds FICA taxes from an...
The Business Professor
Self-Employed Contributions Act - SECA
What is the Self-Employed Contributions Act (SECA)? The self-employed pay Self-Employed Contributions Act (SECA) taxes on net earnings. SECA taxes also fund Social Security and Medicare. The self-employed pay both the employee and the...
The Business Professor
Employer Witholding Requirements from Employee Wages
Employer Witholding Requirements from Employee Wages
MarketWatch
Here's what's changing for 401(k)s and Social Security in 2025
There are a few things changing about retirement in 2025. Whether you’re nearing retirement or ready to take the leap, here’s what you should know.