The Money Compass

Penn State Extension
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This podcast from Penn State Extension helps adults of all ages navigate critical financial literacy and health insurance topics essential for managing money and simplifying health coverage. Each episode is geared towards the general public while addressing the specific needs of farmers, and provides the latest knowledge and research aimed at improving our communities’ financial well-being and access to health care.

Episodes

  1. Prioritizing Financial Literacy for Youth

    10/27/2025

    Prioritizing Financial Literacy for Youth

    Build financial skills that develop youth confidence and prepare them for a secure future through practical insights and expert resources shared by three advocates of financial education: Julie Heaton, Jeanette Stackhouse, and Hilary Hunt.

    23 min
  2. Budgeting with Purpose

    08/22/2025

    Budgeting with Purpose

    Could intentional budgeting be the missing piece to strengthening the financial future for your family or farm? Learn more by joining us to hear about successful tips in budgeting with our guests Dr. Maureen Ittig, extension educator for Penn State and Daniel Brent, Associate Professor in the Department of Agricultural Economics, Sociology, and Education at Penn State.

    22 min
  3. Simplifying Health Insurance for Financial Protection and Peace of Mind

    06/09/2025

    Simplifying Health Insurance for Financial Protection and Peace of Mind

    Navigating health insurance can feel overwhelming, whether you are a parent looking to ensure coverage for your family or a farmer looking for the right plan, this episode will set you at ease and help you make informed decisions with confidence. Learn how health coverage is like an investment for your future with information and advice from our guests, Jacque Amor-Zitzelberger from Penn State Extension and Scott Yeager from Pennie Health Insurance.

    22 min
  4. Pathways to Successful Financial Goal Planning

    04/09/2025

    Pathways to Successful Financial Goal Planning

    Are you ready to take control of your financial future and begin your path to financial wellness?  Join us to learn the secrets to setting successful financial goals for your family or farm business. Guests include Darlene Sansone and Paula Ledney both of Penn State Extension.  Darlene serves as an Extension Educator on the Food, Families, and Communities unit and Paula is an Education Program Associate and Financial Analyst on the Energy, Business and Community Vitality unit.

    22 min
  • 4 Episodes

About

This podcast from Penn State Extension helps adults of all ages navigate critical financial literacy and health insurance topics essential for managing money and simplifying health coverage. Each episode is geared towards the general public while addressing the specific needs of farmers, and provides the latest knowledge and research aimed at improving our communities’ financial well-being and access to health care.

Information

  • Creator
    Penn State Extension
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    4
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Money Compass
  • Show Website
    The Money Compass