KCTS 9 clean http://www.kcts9.org/atm Copyright KCTS 9 - About The Money 28 http://www.kcts9.org/programs/productions/atm/archive/327 THE SUCCESS AND GLOBAL INFLUENCE OF STARBUCKS
About The Money gives you an inside story of the success of Starbucks and why a Starbucks executive, who oversaw the global expansion of Starbucks, says, "It's not about the coffee", Former President of Starbucks International, Howard Behar, talks with Josephine Cheng about the influence that specialty coffee has on our society and how Starbucks was instrumental in building bridges between people around the world.

RICK STEVES OFFERS TRAVEL TIPS
Travel guru Rick Steves offers valuable tips on stretching the travel budget in Europe. Steves offers advice on hotel reservations and taking advantage of local vendors to save money outside of tourist areas.

SCAMBUSTER: ADVICE ABOUT IDENTITY THEFT
State Attorney General Rob McKenna sits down with Josephine Cheng to talk about ways to not fall victim to identity theft, how to use the credit freeze solution to your advantage if you are at risk, and how to get a free credit report and what to look for when you do get your credit report.

AVERAGE PERSONAL INCOME AND LONG TERM INVESTMENT
Bill Smead, founder and CEO of Smead Capital Management sits down with Josephine Cheng to discuss the average personal income, Warren Buffet's successors, summer investment strategies and why long-term investment is the way to go.]]> KCTS 9 KCTS 9 Mon, 11 May 2009 19:30:00 EDT http://serve.castfire.com/video/96693/atm_2009-05-15-120741.mp4 96693 96693 KCTS KCTS 9 About The Money Mon, 11 May 2009 19:30:00 EDT atm_2009-05-15-120741 http://www.kcts9.org/programs/productions/atm/archive/326 EXAMINING LOCAL SMALL BUSINESSES IN AN ECONOMIC RECESSION
In Washington State, there are 150,000 small businesses which provide 56% of all private sector jobs and 90% of all new jobs. The state’s economic recovery depends on these jobs, but in a recession these small businesses are the first to be affected. About the Money host Josephine Cheng examines small businesses on Capitol Hill to see how they are doing.

CEO SPOTLIGHT: BOB BRIDGE TALKS ABOUT THE AUTO INDUSTRY
Car dealerships are the economic anchors for many communities, but with the recent fallout in the auto industry and GM proposing to cut dealerships from 6,300 to 3,000 next year, is there any hope for auto companies? Bob Bridge joins Josephine Cheng to explain the going-ons and future of car dealerships and manufacturers.

HELP IN THE STIMULUS BILL FOR SMALL BUSINESSES
The stimulus bill is going to pump a trillion dollars directly into the economy, but what does that mean for small businesses? What kind of loans and tax breaks are out there for small businesses and how can they help? Steve Strauss, author of “The Small Business Bible”, talks about what the stimulus will do for small businessess.

FAMILY FINANCE: RESOURCES FOR SMALL BUSINESS STARTUPS
Losing a job can be the perfect time to start that business you’ve always dreamed of, but can it be done in a recession like this? Cindy Runger Balas joins us to talk about the different kinds of resources that help individuals start a business.]]> KCTS 9 KCTS 9 Tue, 05 May 2009 14:34:00 EDT http://serve.castfire.com/video/91975/atm_2009-05-05-143410.mp4 91975 91975 KCTS KCTS 9 About The Money Tue, 05 May 2009 14:34:00 EDT atm_2009-05-05-143410 http://www.kcts9.org/programs/productions/atm/archive/325 THE RECESSION HITS WASHINGTON
Just two years ago Boeing was posting record sales, Microsoft was expanding and Starbucks was opening a new store on every block. They were those that said Washington job market was bullet proof. But in the fall of 2008 Washington Mutual fell and with it the rest of Washington.

ROUNDTABLE: ECONOMIC OUTLOOK IN WASHINGTON
Washington State was the one of the last states to feel the economic recession, will be one of the last to pull out of it?

LOVE AND MONEY: WAYS TO DECREASE STRESS ABOUT MONEY
Kathleen Miller shares advice on how couples can talk about money.

BULLS AND BEARS: SHIFTED EXPECTATIONS
With the stock market being so unstable what can we reasonably expect?]]> KCTS 9 KCTS 9 Tue, 28 Apr 2009 19:30:00 EDT http://serve.castfire.com/video/88195/atm_2009-04-27-124819.mp4 88195 88195 KCTS KCTS 9 About The Money Tue, 28 Apr 2009 19:30:00 EDT atm_2009-04-27-124819 http://www.kcts9.org/programs/productions/atm/archive/324 MAKING IT GREEN
In honor of Earth Day, we celebrate Northwest businesses that are contributing to green technology and the new green economy. We profile the Bainbridge Island inventor Bob Fraik and his Electric Composite Hatchback, a medium-speed electric car.

CEO SPOTLIGHT: MICHAEL WEAVER OF BIOAVITAS
Michael Weaver is CEO of Bionavitas, a Redmond company harnessing the power of algae for bio-fuels, environmental clean-up, and other energy needs. He joins us to talk about his advocacy for Washington's clean-tech industry.

SCAMBUSTERS: ZOMBIE ATTACKS
Attorney General Rob McKenna tells us how to protect ourselves from zombie PC attacks.

BULLS AND BEARS: HOW TO GET THERE FOR LESS
Travel guru Rick Steves ("Europe through the Backdoor") tells travelers how to get there for less.]]> KCTS 9 KCTS 9 Tue, 21 Apr 2009 19:30:00 EDT http://serve.castfire.com/video/86019/atm_2009-04-22-121922.mp4 86019 86019 KCTS KCTS 9 About The Money Tue, 21 Apr 2009 19:30:00 EDT atm_2009-04-22-121922 http://www.kcts9.org/programs/productions/atm/archive/323 GLASS CEILING: WHERE WOMEN STAND IN THE WORKFORCE
Hillary Clinton may have put 18 million cracks in it, but is the glass ceiling still a barrier to women's advancement? We take an inside look at where women stand in today's workforce.

CEO SPOTLIGHT: JP MORGAN CHASE'S NW OPERATIONS
New head of JP Morgan Chase's NW operations, Phyllis Campbell discusses the changes she's seen in her trailblazing executive career.

BOOKSHELF: WITH AUTHOR NELL MERLINO
The creator of Take Our Daughters to Work Day, discusses her new book advising women on Stepping Out of Line.

BULLS AND BEARS: WOMEN AND INVESTING
Sue Peterson of Cornerstone Advisors will give key insight and advice on women and investing.]]> KCTS 9 KCTS 9 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 19:30:00 EDT http://serve.castfire.com/video/80701/atm_2009-04-13-125931.mp4 80701 80701 KCTS KCTS 9 About The Money Tue, 14 Apr 2009 19:30:00 EDT atm_2009-04-13-125931 http://www.kcts9.org/programs/productions/atm/archive/322 WASHINGTON STATE TOURISM
Washington State's fourth biggest industry fights to stay competitive.

CEO SPOTLIGHT: OUTLOOK FOR WASHINGTON STATE TOURISM
President of the Washington State Destination Marketing Organizations, Katherine Kertzman discusses the future of tourism in our state.

TRAVEL DOLLAR: WHAT RECESSION MEANS TO TOURISM
Local travel guru Rick Steves discusses the effect of the recession on the travel industry and what it means for tourism.

BULLS AND BEARS: WHERE TO INVEST
Portfolio Managers Bill Smead, Art Nunes, and Mike Joslin join us to talk about where to invest. Is there light at the end of our economic downturn?]]> KCTS 9 KCTS 9 Tue, 07 Apr 2009 19:30:00 EDT http://serve.castfire.com/video/78421/atm_2009-04-08-154758.mp4 78421 78421 KCTS KCTS 9 About The Money Tue, 07 Apr 2009 19:30:00 EDT atm_2009-04-08-154758 http://www.kcts9.org/programs/productions/atm/archive/321 ENRICHING THE LIVES OF AEGIS EMPLOYEES
Aegis Living CEO Dwayne Clark believes in enriching and cultivating the health of his employees in order to make for a better work environment.

FAMILY FINANCES: TAX HELP
If you haven't filed your taxes or are feeling too overwhelmed, how do you start? Cindy Runger Balas walks through the steps to get your taxes in order.

LOVE AND MONEY: DOMESTIC PARTNERS
What is the definition of a domestic partner? What are the benefits of having one?

BULLS AND BEARS: IS THIS A BEAR MARKET RALLY?
Is this market a short lived bounce in an otherwise downward trend?]]> KCTS 9 KCTS 9 Tue, 31 Mar 2009 00:00:00 EDT http://serve.castfire.com/video/74659/atm_2009-04-01-122714.mp4 74659 74659 KCTS KCTS 9 About The Money Tue, 31 Mar 2009 00:00:00 EDT atm_2009-04-01-122714 http://www.kcts9.org/programs/productions/atm/archive/320 BELLEVUE PHILHARMONIC
With the economy in the worst crisis in fifty years the arts are sure to suffer. A study funded by four of the region major art funders showed that local culture organizations have already taken big hits. According to an Artfunds report more than half are reducing their programming and 40 per cent are cutting programs altogether. How is the Bellevue Philharmonic is trying to cut its budget to survive the economic recession?

ROUNDTABLE: HOW THE ECONOMY IS HITTING LOCAL ARTS ORGANIZATIONS
Peter Boal, Artistic Director from the Pacific Northwest Ballet, Brian Colburn, Managing Director of the Intiman Theater, and Jim Tune, President of ArtsFund discuss how the economy is hitting arts organizations.

BULLS AND BEARS:WILL THE FEDS GET ANY OF THE MONEY BACK FROM BERNARD MADOFF?
Bill Smead discuses the Bernard Madoff scandal. And why it worked so well and why do we fall for it again and again.
]]> KCTS 9 KCTS 9 Wed, 25 Mar 2009 19:26:00 EDT http://serve.castfire.com/video/72843/atm_2009-03-25-192608.mp4 72843 72843 KCTS KCTS 9 About The Money Wed, 25 Mar 2009 19:26:00 EDT atm_2009-03-25-192608 http://www.kcts9.org/programs/productions/atm/archive/319 BORROWER BEWARE
The loan you take out to pay for your education and finance your future opportunities could have hidden strings attached, leading to financial ruin down the road. Con artists are taking advantage of youth and families through student loan scams. We give you the facts and resources to make sure your loan is safe.

FAMILY FINANCES: COLLEGE EXPENSES
Financial Advisor Cindy Runger Balas discusses managing student debt and college expenses.

LOVE AND MONEY
Wealth Manager Kathleen Miller provides insightful tips about how to prevent money issues from ruining your relationships.

BULLS AND BEARS: THE STOCK MARKET
Portfolio Manager Bill Smead puts the stock market in perspective for Northwest investors.]]> KCTS 9 KCTS 9 Fri, 27 Feb 2009 20:18:00 EDT http://serve.castfire.com/video/64790/atm_2009-02-27-201800.mp4 64790 64790 KCTS KCTS 9 About The Money Fri, 27 Feb 2009 20:18:00 EDT atm_2009-02-27-201800 http://www.kcts9.org/programs/productions/atm/archive/318 THRIFT STORE SHOPPING
Are you curious to see if you can make your money go a little further? This week we show you how you can find hidden treasures and high-quality goods in surprising places.

FAMILY FINANCES: Tax Help
Have you done your taxes? Do you know if you are eligible for the earned income credit. We will answer all your questions and tell you how to get free help preparing your taxes.

CREDIT RESCUE: WHEN TO FILE FOR BANKRUPTCY
Have you ever wondered if you should file for bankruptcy to get out of your credit mess? Christina Latta of Seattle Debt Law joins us to explain how to file, and when it might be a good idea.

BULLS AND BEARS: THE STOCK MARKET
Portfolio Manager Bill Smead puts the stock market in perspective for Northwest investors.]]> KCTS 9 KCTS 9 Fri, 27 Feb 2009 18:39:00 EDT http://serve.castfire.com/video/64764/atm_2009-02-27-183913.mp4 64764 64764 KCTS KCTS 9 About The Money Fri, 27 Feb 2009 18:39:00 EDT atm_2009-02-27-183913