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Million Bazillion

Marketplace
Financial Literacy
Stock Market
Money
Interest
Credit Cards
Investing
Inflation
Bankruptcy
Tariffs
Lottery
Entrepreneurship
Consumer Behavior
Savings Accounts
Black Friday
Claw Machines
Debt
Holiday Shopping
Chain Restaurants
Economy
Fort Knox

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 ... more

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Latest Episodes

Hello Million Bazillionaires, we’ve got a new season of “Million Bazillion” coming your way on September 29th!

Get ready to follow Bridget and Ryan as they meet new characters on their adventures to answer your questions about money. This season, o... more

A new season of “Million Bazillion” is almost here. But first, we’re resharing one of our favorite episodes. Today, Ryan and Bridget are answering Hezekiah’s questions about auctions. He wants to know everything about them — what are they, how do the... more

Today, we’re resharing an episode that’s perfect for a summer listen. We’re answering Maddox’s question about what happens to your quarter when you put it inside a claw machine. It just zips away! Ryan and Bridget talk to an expert who lets them peek... more

Bridget and Ryan are approached by a big film producer to write the next summer blockbuster — a movie all about the penny! The timing couldn’t be better because so many of you have been wanting to know: why did the U.S. stop making pennies? The answe... more

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Recent Guests

Gene Lewin
Owner of Vintage Arcade Superstore, Glendale, CA
Vintage Arcade Superstore
Episode: How do claw machines work?
Donna Rickles
Producer at Triumph Pictures International
Triumph Pictures International
Episode: Why did the U.S. stop making pennies?
Hannah Gabriel
Professor of Economics at Sacramento State University, specializes in international finance
Sacramento State University
Episode: What if there was only one currency in the whole world?
Private equity Pete
Entrepreneurial figure representing private equity investor interests
Private equity
Episode: How does a company buy another company?
Frankie Checkbook
Connoisseur of custom checks, checkbook vendor
Checkbook booth
Episode: What are checks?
Ralph Macchio
Beloved 80s actor voicing host of The Incredible Chase
The Incredible Chase (voice)
Episode: Where do game shows get their prize money?
Michael Bublé
Musician, special musical guest for closing performance
Episode: What are tax returns?
Lee Forsari
Co-founder at Hell Yeah Taxes
Hell Yeah Taxes
Episode: What are tax returns?
Renu Zaretsky
Tax Policy Expert at Urban Brookings Tax Policy Center
Urban Brookings Tax Policy Center
Episode: What are tax returns?

Hosts

Bridget Bodnar
Host of Million Bazillion
Ryan Perez
Host of Million Bazillion

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 5.1k ratings
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    United Statesa month ago
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    The purple sausage
    Australiaa month ago
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    Pls non k g
    Canada2 months ago
  • Bridget and Ryan

    I think if someone asks a question about different costs at different

    stores Bridget and Ryan should both open a store and fight for the best prices *bang*

    Apple Podcasts
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    Bubblwub
    United States2 months ago
  • Please make new episodes

    The last episode was June 16 it’s August 3

    Apple Podcasts
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    D 1 f a n
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Audience appreciates guest experts and interactive segments that spark real-world money conversations at home.
Listeners praise accessible money education for families and the engaging, playful delivery.
Many comments note the show's ability to explain complex topics (inflation, currency, M&A) in kid-friendly terms.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#68
United States/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#81
Canada/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#190
United Kingdom/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#114
Australia/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#34
Japan/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#36
India/Kids & Family

Talking Points

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What's an auction and how does it work?
Q: How do paddles work and why are there different auction formats (live, silent/online)?
Paddles display bidder numbers to identify who is bidding, and different formats help include more buyers and create different kinds of excitement, with online formats expanding participation globally.
What's an auction and how does it work?
Q: What is an opening bid?
The opening bid is the initial price set by the auctioneer to start the bidding, chosen to engage bidders and kick off competitive bidding.
What’s the difference between capitalism, socialism, and communism?
Q: What is socialism and how is it different from capitalism?
Socialism argues that when profit-driven decisions hurt the public, the government should step in to run certain things for the greater good and ensure basic needs and education are available to all.
What’s the difference between capitalism, socialism, and communism?
Q: What is capitalism in simple terms?
Capitalism is an economy where regular people and companies decide what to make, how to make it, and how much to charge, competing to do it best.
What if there was only one currency in the whole world?
Q: Is it possible for the whole world to use one currency or not?
It would be theoretically possible but would require unprecedented global cooperation, peace, and alignment on trade and sanctions, which are not currently present in the international arena.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Million Bazillion

What is Million Bazillion about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A family-friendly money education show that answers kids' questions about how money works, from pennies and inflation to digital payments and corporate finance. Episodes mix playful scenarios, expert explanations, and interactive bits (like spot-the-difference games and live demos) to explain financial concepts in accessible terms for households. Notable is the blend of real economics with narrative-driven storytelling and kid-centered prompts, making it easy for parents to spark financial literacy conversations at home and for sponsors aiming at families. The format often features hosting banter, guest experts, and pop-culture touches to keep complex topics approachable for a broad audience of parents, educators, and curious learners.

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1. Gene Lewin
2. Donna Rickles
3. Hannah Gabriel
4. Private equity Pete
5. Frankie Checkbook
6. Ralph Macchio
7. Michael Bublé
8. Lee Forsari

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