Deflating myths about inflation, one balloon at a time.
In this episode of Ridiculous Lessons in Money, three contestants jump through an inflatable bounce house, popping balloons filled with eye-opening facts about today’s economy. But what’s really bursting their bubble?
…Inflation. And the rate of fun just went up!
Can they pop their way to the answers and win the cash? Watch to find out!
What is Ridiculous Lessons in Money?
Welcome to the inflation funhouse—it’s time to pop, drop, and lock in.
This weeks Ridiculous Lessons in Money, the “fintertainment” show where everyday people try to master money lessons while tackling wild challenges, our host Jeff Capanelli and guest expert Mark Setlock (@financeunfolded, 1.3M followers on TikTok) are here to drop some inflation knowledge. Contestants will be busting their butts (literally) to get answers to trivia questions—and one will walk with a briefcase full of money.
Who are this week’s contestants? Meet (from left to right)…
David Ellner: Brand Ambassador.
Roy Berreth: “I make the art” – in Roy’s words.
Sydney Jenkins: Actress, model, dancer, and event coordinator.
And we all know Jeff at this point.
Think you can remember more finance facts than these guys? During the pop quiz, pause the vid & see how your answers stack up! Ready to watch and play along?
STUDY GUIDE
This episode covers the following topics:
- What is inflation?
- Which type of inflation occurs when demand outpaces supply?
- True or false, cost-push inflation occurs when production costs decrease?
- The CPI measures the average price increase of a “basket of goods”, what does CPI stand for?
- The bureau of labor statistics calculates the CPI by collecting price data on how many items?
- Inflation recently peaked in June 2022, what was the peak inflation rate?
- What level of inflation has the federal reserve targeted as the ideal rate?
How many answers were you able to get correct?
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