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Million Bazillion

Million Bazillion

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Million Bazillion is a podcast from Marketplace that inspires families to talk about money. Described as “a godsend for anyone who knows a little kid with big questions about money,” by The New York Times, the podcast tackles questions from: "What is cryptocurrency?" to “How do I save money?” and “How does inflation work?” Hosts Ryan Perez and Bridget Bodnar take listeners on an awesome adventure to answer the awkward, complex, and sometimes surprising money questions from real kids.

Million Bazillion is funded in part by the Sy Syms Foundation, partnering with organizations and people working for a better and more just future since 1985. And special thanks to The Ranzetta Family Charitable Fund and Next Gen Personal Finance for providing the start-up funding for this podcast, and continuing to support Marketplace in our work to make younger audiences smarter about the economy.Copyright 2026 Minnesota Public Radio
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Episodes
  • What is inflation?
    Mar 30 2026

    Today we're resharing an episode from our archive that might feel more relevant with gas prices up. We're going to dig more into those gas prices in the new season of “Million Bazillion: (coming soon). But this is a good time to learn about something called "inflation." After traveling back in time to stock up on snacks, Bridget and Ryan get a chance to try to control runaway inflation … but their ideas don’t quite go as planned.

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    27 mins
  • What are royalties, trademark and copyright?
    Nov 11 2025

    It’s karaoke night for Bridget and Ryan, but something stops them from belting their favorite tunes on their podcast: the law. It’s the perfect setup to answer a question from Garrett, who wants to know about copyright, trademarks, and royalties. We all know people deserve to be paid for their creative ideas. But how does it actually work? Together, we’ll find out how creators protect their ideas and make money from them. Plus, will Ryan be able to turn what he’s learned into a lucrative musical career?


    If your family is interested in learning even more about today’s question, check out our website. We’ve got conversation starters and a tip sheet!

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    33 mins
  • Why do we have $2 bills if nobody uses them?
    Nov 4 2025

    It’s Skimbleshanks’ birthday bash and Bridget and Ryan head to the two-dollar general store for party supplies. When they get back, they tackle Harper’s question about why $2 bills exist if nobody uses them. With a little help from two ghostly guests from history they discover why this rare bill still matters.


    If your family is interested in learning even more about today’s question, check out our website. We’ve got conversation starters and a tip sheet!

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    29 mins
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The most fun part is the story it so so so so so so cool

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A very interesting & fun podcast for kids to learn everything about money throughout the podcasts. I stop it periodically to ask comprehension questions & clarify things if they don’t understand. Maybe ad a PDF worksheet reviewing?

Awesome podcast for kids

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i like how this podcast clear up all my questions well and is still funny and silly if u like the pod I would recommend forever a go

me like money me now learn how to use

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I loved it I learned so much I definitely recommend it loved it so much

Loved it

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I love how funny this podcast is and all the stories they come up with to fit in with the topic. I also love that It explains money in a kid friendly way.

SO FUNNY AND SMART

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