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<description><![CDATA[<strong>THE SUCCESS AND GLOBAL INFLUENCE OF STARBUCKS</strong><br />
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.<br /><br />

<strong>RICK STEVES OFFERS TRAVEL TIPS</strong><br  />
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.<br  /><br  />

<strong>SCAMBUSTER: ADVICE ABOUT IDENTITY THEFT</strong><br />
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.
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<strong>AVERAGE PERSONAL INCOME AND LONG TERM INVESTMENT</strong><br />
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.]]></description>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[THE SUCCESS AND GLOBAL INFLUENCE OF STARBUCKS
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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.]]></itunes:summary>
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<title>EXAMINING LOCAL SMALL BUSINESSES IN AN ECONOMIC RECESSION</title>
<link>http://www.kcts9.org/programs/productions/atm/archive/326</link>
<description><![CDATA[<strong>EXAMINING LOCAL SMALL BUSINESSES IN AN ECONOMIC RECESSION</strong><br />
In Washington State, there are 150,000 small businesses which provide 56% of all private sector jobs and 90% of all new jobs. The stateâ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. <br /><br />
<strong>
CEO SPOTLIGHT: BOB BRIDGE TALKS ABOUT THE AUTO INDUSTRY</strong><br />
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.<br /><br />

<strong>HELP IN THE STIMULUS BILL FOR SMALL BUSINESSES</strong><br />
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 âThe Small Business Bibleâ,  talks about what the stimulus will do for small businessess. <br /><br />

<strong>FAMILY FINANCE: RESOURCES FOR SMALL BUSINESS STARTUPS</strong><br />
Losing a job can be the perfect time to start that business youâ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.]]></description>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[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 stateâ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 âThe Small Business Bibleâ,  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 youâ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.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:author>KCTS 9</itunes:author>
<author>KCTS 9</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 14:34:00 EDT</pubDate>
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<castfire:show_id>91975</castfire:show_id>
<castfire:network slug="kcts">KCTS</castfire:network>
<castfire:content_producer slug="kcts-9">KCTS 9</castfire:content_producer>
<castfire:channel slug="about-the-money">About The Money</castfire:channel>
<castfire:date date='2009-05-05 14:34:00 EDT'>Tue, 05 May 2009 14:34:00 EDT</castfire:date>
<castfire:filename>atm_2009-05-05-143410</castfire:filename>
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<title>THE RECESSION HITS WASHINGTON</title>
<link>http://www.kcts9.org/programs/productions/atm/archive/325</link>
<description><![CDATA[<strong>THE RECESSION HITS WASHINGTON</strong><br /> 
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.<br /><br />
<strong>ROUNDTABLE: ECONOMIC OUTLOOK IN WASHINGTON</strong><br />
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?<br /><br />
<strong>
LOVE AND MONEY: WAYS TO DECREASE STRESS ABOUT MONEY</strong><br />
Kathleen Miller shares advice on how couples can talk about money.<br /><br />
<strong>BULLS AND BEARS: SHIFTED EXPECTATIONS</strong>
<br />  
With the stock market being so unstable what can we reasonably expect?]]></description>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[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?]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:author>KCTS 9</itunes:author>
<author>KCTS 9</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 19:30:00 EDT</pubDate>
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<castfire:sh_id>88195</castfire:sh_id>
<castfire:show_id>88195</castfire:show_id>
<castfire:network slug="kcts">KCTS</castfire:network>
<castfire:content_producer slug="kcts-9">KCTS 9</castfire:content_producer>
<castfire:channel slug="about-the-money">About The Money</castfire:channel>
<castfire:date date='2009-04-28 19:30:00 EDT'>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 19:30:00 EDT</castfire:date>
<castfire:filename>atm_2009-04-27-124819</castfire:filename>
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<title>MAKING IT GREEN</title>
<link>http://www.kcts9.org/programs/productions/atm/archive/324</link>
<description><![CDATA[<strong>MAKING IT GREEN</STRONG>
<BR />
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.<BR /><BR />
<STRONG>CEO SPOTLIGHT: MICHAEL WEAVER OF BIOAVITAS</STRONG>
<BR />
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.
<BR /><BR />
<STRONG> SCAMBUSTERS: ZOMBIE ATTACKS</STRONG>
<BR />
Attorney General Rob McKenna tells us how to protect ourselves from zombie PC attacks.
<BR /><BR />
<STRONG> BULLS AND BEARS: HOW TO GET THERE FOR LESS</STRONG><BR />
Travel guru Rick Steves ("Europe through the Backdoor") tells travelers how to get there for less.]]></description>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[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.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:author>KCTS 9</itunes:author>
<author>KCTS 9</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 19:30:00 EDT</pubDate>
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<castfire:sh_id>86019</castfire:sh_id>
<castfire:show_id>86019</castfire:show_id>
<castfire:network slug="kcts">KCTS</castfire:network>
<castfire:content_producer slug="kcts-9">KCTS 9</castfire:content_producer>
<castfire:channel slug="about-the-money">About The Money</castfire:channel>
<castfire:date date='2009-04-21 19:30:00 EDT'>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 19:30:00 EDT</castfire:date>
<castfire:filename>atm_2009-04-22-121922</castfire:filename>
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<title>WHERE DO WOMEN STAND IN THE WORKFORCE?</title>
<link>http://www.kcts9.org/programs/productions/atm/archive/323</link>
<description><![CDATA[<strong>
GLASS CEILING: WHERE WOMEN STAND IN THE WORKFORCE
</strong>
<br />
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.
<br /><br />
<strong>
CEO SPOTLIGHT: JP MORGAN CHASE'S NW OPERATIONS</strong>
<br />
New head of JP Morgan Chase's NW operations, Phyllis Campbell discusses the changes she's seen in her trailblazing executive career.<br /><br />
<strong>
BOOKSHELF: WITH AUTHOR NELL MERLINO</strong>
<br />
The creator of Take Our Daughters to Work Day, discusses her new book advising women on Stepping Out of Line.<br /><br />
<strong>
BULLS AND BEARS: WOMEN AND INVESTING</strong>
<br />
Sue Peterson of Cornerstone Advisors will give key insight and advice on women and investing.]]></description>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[
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.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:author>KCTS 9</itunes:author>
<author>KCTS 9</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 19:30:00 EDT</pubDate>
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<castfire:sh_id>80701</castfire:sh_id>
<castfire:show_id>80701</castfire:show_id>
<castfire:network slug="kcts">KCTS</castfire:network>
<castfire:content_producer slug="kcts-9">KCTS 9</castfire:content_producer>
<castfire:channel slug="about-the-money">About The Money</castfire:channel>
<castfire:date date='2009-04-14 19:30:00 EDT'>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 19:30:00 EDT</castfire:date>
<castfire:filename>atm_2009-04-13-125931</castfire:filename>
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<title>WASHINGTON STATE TOURISM</title>
<link>http://www.kcts9.org/programs/productions/atm/archive/322</link>
<description><![CDATA[<strong>WASHINGTON STATE TOURISM</strong>
<br />Washington State's fourth biggest industry fights to stay competitive. <br /><br />
<strong>
CEO SPOTLIGHT: OUTLOOK FOR WASHINGTON STATE TOURISM</strong>
<br />
President of the Washington State Destination Marketing Organizations, Katherine Kertzman discusses the future of tourism in our state. <br / ><br />
<strong>TRAVEL DOLLAR: WHAT RECESSION MEANS TO TOURISM</strong>
<br />
Local travel guru Rick Steves discusses the effect of the recession on the travel industry and what it means for tourism. <br /><br />
<strong>BULLS AND BEARS: WHERE TO INVEST</strong>
<br />
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?]]></description>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[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?]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:author>KCTS 9</itunes:author>
<author>KCTS 9</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 19:30:00 EDT</pubDate>
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<castfire:sh_id>78421</castfire:sh_id>
<castfire:show_id>78421</castfire:show_id>
<castfire:network slug="kcts">KCTS</castfire:network>
<castfire:content_producer slug="kcts-9">KCTS 9</castfire:content_producer>
<castfire:channel slug="about-the-money">About The Money</castfire:channel>
<castfire:date date='2009-04-07 19:30:00 EDT'>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 19:30:00 EDT</castfire:date>
<castfire:filename>atm_2009-04-08-154758</castfire:filename>
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<title>ENRICHING THE LIVES OF AEGIS EMPLOYEES</title>
<link>http://www.kcts9.org/programs/productions/atm/archive/321</link>
<description><![CDATA[<strong>ENRICHING THE LIVES OF AEGIS EMPLOYEES</strong>
<br />
Aegis Living CEO Dwayne Clark believes in enriching and cultivating the health of his employees in order to make for a better work environment.
<br /><br />
<strong>
FAMILY FINANCES: TAX HELP
</strong>
<br />
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.
<br /><br />
<strong>
LOVE AND MONEY: DOMESTIC PARTNERS
</strong><br />
What is the definition of a domestic partner? What are the benefits of having one?
<br /><br />
<strong>
BULLS AND BEARS: IS THIS A BEAR MARKET RALLY?
</strong>
<br />
Is this market a short lived bounce in an otherwise downward trend?]]></description>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[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?]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:author>KCTS 9</itunes:author>
<author>KCTS 9</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 00:00:00 EDT</pubDate>
<guid isPermaLink="false">http://serve.castfire.com/video/74659/atm_2009-04-01-122714.mp4</guid>
<castfire:sh_id>74659</castfire:sh_id>
<castfire:show_id>74659</castfire:show_id>
<castfire:network slug="kcts">KCTS</castfire:network>
<castfire:content_producer slug="kcts-9">KCTS 9</castfire:content_producer>
<castfire:channel slug="about-the-money">About The Money</castfire:channel>
<castfire:date date='2009-03-31 00:00:00 EDT'>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 00:00:00 EDT</castfire:date>
<castfire:filename>atm_2009-04-01-122714</castfire:filename>
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<title>BELLEVUE PHILHARMONIC</title>
<link>http://www.kcts9.org/programs/productions/atm/archive/320</link>
<description><![CDATA[<strong>BELLEVUE PHILHARMONIC</strong><br />
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?
<br />
<br />
<strong>
ROUNDTABLE: HOW THE ECONOMY IS HITTING LOCAL ARTS ORGANIZATIONS
</strong><br />
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.
<br />
<br />
<strong>
BULLS AND BEARS:WILL THE FEDS GET ANY OF THE MONEY BACK FROM BERNARD MADOFF?</strong>
<br  />
Bill Smead discuses the Bernard Madoff scandal. And why it worked so well and why do we fall for it again and again.<br />]]></description>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[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.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:author>KCTS 9</itunes:author>
<author>KCTS 9</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 19:26:00 EDT</pubDate>
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<castfire:sh_id>72843</castfire:sh_id>
<castfire:show_id>72843</castfire:show_id>
<castfire:network slug="kcts">KCTS</castfire:network>
<castfire:content_producer slug="kcts-9">KCTS 9</castfire:content_producer>
<castfire:channel slug="about-the-money">About The Money</castfire:channel>
<castfire:date date='2009-03-25 19:26:00 EDT'>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 19:26:00 EDT</castfire:date>
<castfire:filename>atm_2009-03-25-192608</castfire:filename>
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<title>BORROWER BEWARE</title>
<link>http://www.kcts9.org/programs/productions/atm/archive/319</link>
<description><![CDATA[<strong>BORROWER BEWARE</strong><br />
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.<br /><br />
<strong>FAMILY FINANCES: COLLEGE EXPENSES</strong><br />
Financial Advisor Cindy Runger Balas discusses managing student debt and college expenses.<br/><br/>
<strong> LOVE AND MONEY</strong><br />
Wealth Manager Kathleen Miller provides insightful tips about how to prevent money issues from ruining your relationships.<br /><br />
<strong>BULLS AND BEARS: THE STOCK MARKET</strong><br />
Portfolio Manager Bill Smead puts the stock market in perspective for Northwest investors.]]></description>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[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.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:author>KCTS 9</itunes:author>
<author>KCTS 9</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 20:18:00 EDT</pubDate>
<guid isPermaLink="false">http://serve.castfire.com/video/64790/atm_2009-02-27-201800.mp4</guid>
<castfire:sh_id>64790</castfire:sh_id>
<castfire:show_id>64790</castfire:show_id>
<castfire:network slug="kcts">KCTS</castfire:network>
<castfire:content_producer slug="kcts-9">KCTS 9</castfire:content_producer>
<castfire:channel slug="about-the-money">About The Money</castfire:channel>
<castfire:date date='2009-02-27 20:18:00 EDT'>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 20:18:00 EDT</castfire:date>
<castfire:filename>atm_2009-02-27-201800</castfire:filename>
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<title>THRIFT STORE SHOPPING</title>
<link>http://www.kcts9.org/programs/productions/atm/archive/318</link>
<description><![CDATA[<strong> THRIFT STORE SHOPPING</strong><br />

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.<br /><br />
<strong>
FAMILY FINANCES: Tax Help</strong><br />
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.<br /><br />
<strong>
CREDIT RESCUE: WHEN TO FILE FOR BANKRUPTCY</strong>
<br />
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.<br /><br />
<strong> BULLS AND BEARS: THE STOCK MARKET</strong><br />
Portfolio Manager Bill Smead puts the stock market in perspective for Northwest investors.]]></description>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[ 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.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:author>KCTS 9</itunes:author>
<author>KCTS 9</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 18:39:00 EDT</pubDate>
<guid isPermaLink="false">http://serve.castfire.com/video/64764/atm_2009-02-27-183913.mp4</guid>
<castfire:sh_id>64764</castfire:sh_id>
<castfire:show_id>64764</castfire:show_id>
<castfire:network slug="kcts">KCTS</castfire:network>
<castfire:content_producer slug="kcts-9">KCTS 9</castfire:content_producer>
<castfire:channel slug="about-the-money">About The Money</castfire:channel>
<castfire:date date='2009-02-27 18:39:00 EDT'>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 18:39:00 EDT</castfire:date>
<castfire:filename>atm_2009-02-27-183913</castfire:filename>
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<title>HOPE DURING A RECESSION</title>
<link>http://www.kcts9.org/programs/productions/atm/archive/317</link>
<description><![CDATA[<strong>HOPE DURING A RECESSION</strong><br/>

We look for signs of hope and new beginnings amid the recession. One case in point, Anchovies and Olives, Ethan Stowell and partners' fourth restaurant in Seattle in five years. We'll meet the man with the diners' version of the Midas touch and find out why this acclaimed, talented young chef has people lined up for a seat in one his hip hotspots.<br/><br/><strong>
YOUR RETIRMENT ACCOUNT</strong><br/>

Retirement Planner Jim Black and Wealth Manager Brian Decker discuss proposed retirement and tax changes under President Obama's administration and what they will mean for your retirement account.<br/><br/>
<strong>
SCAMBUSTER: TAX-TIME TIPS</strong><br/>

Attorney General Rob McKenna gives tax-time tips on protecting yourself from fraud and identity theft.
<br/><br/><strong>
BULLS AND BEARS: THE STOCK MARKET</strong><BR/>
Portfolio Manager Bill Smead looks for signs of hope and new beginnings in the stock market.]]></description>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[HOPE DURING A RECESSION

We look for signs of hope and new beginnings amid the recession. One case in point, Anchovies and Olives, Ethan Stowell and partners' fourth restaurant in Seattle in five years. We'll meet the man with the diners' version of the Midas touch and find out why this acclaimed, talented young chef has people lined up for a seat in one his hip hotspots.
YOUR RETIRMENT ACCOUNT

Retirement Planner Jim Black and Wealth Manager Brian Decker discuss proposed retirement and tax changes under President Obama's administration and what they will mean for your retirement account.

SCAMBUSTER: TAX-TIME TIPS

Attorney General Rob McKenna gives tax-time tips on protecting yourself from fraud and identity theft.

BULLS AND BEARS: THE STOCK MARKET
Portfolio Manager Bill Smead looks for signs of hope and new beginnings in the stock market.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:author>KCTS 9</itunes:author>
<author>KCTS 9</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 19:30:00 EDT</pubDate>
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<castfire:show_id>61234</castfire:show_id>
<castfire:network slug="kcts">KCTS</castfire:network>
<castfire:content_producer slug="kcts-9">KCTS 9</castfire:content_producer>
<castfire:channel slug="about-the-money">About The Money</castfire:channel>
<castfire:date date='2009-02-10 19:30:00 EDT'>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 19:30:00 EDT</castfire:date>
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<title>BOEING TAKES A NOSE DIVE</title>
<link>http://www.kcts9.org/programs/productions/atm/archive/316</link>
<description><![CDATA[<strong> BOEING TAKES A NOSEDIVE</strong>
<br/>How will slumping sales at our region's giant and their latest 10,000 job cuts play out in our local economy?
<br/> Business writer and analyst Bryan Corliss joins us to shed some light on the latest slide in our down-turning economy.
<br /><br />
<strong>FINDING A JOB</strong>
<br/>
Kimm Vibrock is a coach for people trying to get back to work. Her specialty is women who have left the workforce to have children. She will introduce us to one of her now-employed clients.<br/>We also discuss the value of social networking on websites like LinkedIn and learn why it is key to build new relationships while job hunting.<br/>
<br/><strong>DIRECT SELLING</strong>
<br />
Are there opportunities in direct selling for some of the newly unemployed? We'll talk to Barbara Collins Young, a PartyLite consultant who has parlayed direct selling into a six-figure income.<br />
<br /><strong>BULLS AND BEARS:WHAT'S GOING RIGHT</strong>
<br />Portfolio Manager Bill Smead puts the stock market in perspective for Northwest investors.</br>]]></description>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[ BOEING TAKES A NOSEDIVE
How will slumping sales at our region's giant and their latest 10,000 job cuts play out in our local economy?
 Business writer and analyst Bryan Corliss joins us to shed some light on the latest slide in our down-turning economy.

FINDING A JOB

Kimm Vibrock is a coach for people trying to get back to work. Her specialty is women who have left the workforce to have children. She will introduce us to one of her now-employed clients.We also discuss the value of social networking on websites like LinkedIn and learn why it is key to build new relationships while job hunting.
DIRECT SELLING

Are there opportunities in direct selling for some of the newly unemployed? We'll talk to Barbara Collins Young, a PartyLite consultant who has parlayed direct selling into a six-figure income.
BULLS AND BEARS:WHAT'S GOING RIGHT
Portfolio Manager Bill Smead puts the stock market in perspective for Northwest investors.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:author>KCTS 9</itunes:author>
<author>KCTS 9</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2009 19:30:00 EDT</pubDate>
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<castfire:show_id>59604</castfire:show_id>
<castfire:network slug="kcts">KCTS</castfire:network>
<castfire:content_producer slug="kcts-9">KCTS 9</castfire:content_producer>
<castfire:channel slug="about-the-money">About The Money</castfire:channel>
<castfire:date date='2009-02-03 19:30:00 EDT'>Tue, 03 Feb 2009 19:30:00 EDT</castfire:date>
<castfire:filename>atm_2009-02-11-145748</castfire:filename>
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<title>JOB LOSSES</title>
<link>http://www.kcts9.org/programs/productions/atm/archive/315</link>
<description><![CDATA[<strong>UMEPLOYMENT SORES</strong><br/>How bad are rising unemployment rates? Is our region safe? The latest numbers are not encouraging. Labor attorney Mike Reilly has advice for both employers who need to cut costs and employees who are worried about getting a pink slip.<br/><br/>
<strong>FAMILY FINANCES: FAFSA</strong>
<br/>
Do you have a college-bound student in your house? Have you filed your FAFSA yet? We'll tell you how to get the most from the financial aid process. A great resource is the NELA Center for Student Success.<br/><br/>
<strong>BULLS AND BEARS: THE STOCK MARKET
</strong>
<br/>
Portfolio Manager Bill Smead puts the stock market in perspective for Northwest investors.
<br/><br/>]]></description>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[UMEPLOYMENT SORESHow bad are rising unemployment rates? Is our region safe? The latest numbers are not encouraging. Labor attorney Mike Reilly has advice for both employers who need to cut costs and employees who are worried about getting a pink slip.
FAMILY FINANCES: FAFSA

Do you have a college-bound student in your house? Have you filed your FAFSA yet? We'll tell you how to get the most from the financial aid process. A great resource is the NELA Center for Student Success.
BULLS AND BEARS: THE STOCK MARKET


Portfolio Manager Bill Smead puts the stock market in perspective for Northwest investors.
]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:author>KCTS 9</itunes:author>
<author>KCTS 9</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 19:30:00 EDT</pubDate>
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<castfire:show_id>59606</castfire:show_id>
<castfire:network slug="kcts">KCTS</castfire:network>
<castfire:content_producer slug="kcts-9">KCTS 9</castfire:content_producer>
<castfire:channel slug="about-the-money">About The Money</castfire:channel>
<castfire:date date='2009-01-27 19:30:00 EDT'>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 19:30:00 EDT</castfire:date>
<castfire:filename>atm_2009-02-11-145818</castfire:filename>
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<title>JOB RETRAINING</title>
<link>http://www.kcts9.org/programs/productions/atm/archive/314</link>
<description><![CDATA[<strong>JOB RETRAINING</strong><br/>Nervous about rising unemployment rates and how they may affect your field? But is it time to panic? Instead, maybe it's time to brush up on some new skills. We talk to several people who are heading back to school and, they hope, in a more secure direction.
<br/><br/>
<strong>FAMILY FINANCES
</strong>
<br/>
Financial advisor Cindy Runger Balas helps you get your family finances off to a fresh start in the New Year.
<br/><br/>
<strong>
BULLS AND BEARS:2009, WHAT'S IN STORE</strong>
<br/>
Ken Hart, managing director of Cornerstone Advisors in Bellevue, and Art Nunes, chief investment officer of IMS Capital Management, join ATM regular Bill Smead in a look ahead to the economic prospects for 2009 and smart strategies for investors.]]></description>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[JOB RETRAININGNervous about rising unemployment rates and how they may affect your field? But is it time to panic? Instead, maybe it's time to brush up on some new skills. We talk to several people who are heading back to school and, they hope, in a more secure direction.

FAMILY FINANCES


Financial advisor Cindy Runger Balas helps you get your family finances off to a fresh start in the New Year.


BULLS AND BEARS:2009, WHAT'S IN STORE

Ken Hart, managing director of Cornerstone Advisors in Bellevue, and Art Nunes, chief investment officer of IMS Capital Management, join ATM regular Bill Smead in a look ahead to the economic prospects for 2009 and smart strategies for investors.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:author>KCTS 9</itunes:author>
<author>KCTS 9</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:30:00 EDT</pubDate>
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<castfire:sh_id>59614</castfire:sh_id>
<castfire:show_id>59614</castfire:show_id>
<castfire:network slug="kcts">KCTS</castfire:network>
<castfire:content_producer slug="kcts-9">KCTS 9</castfire:content_producer>
<castfire:channel slug="about-the-money">About The Money</castfire:channel>
<castfire:date date='2009-01-20 19:30:00 EDT'>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:30:00 EDT</castfire:date>
<castfire:filename>atm_2009-02-11-152921</castfire:filename>
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<title>SCAMBUSTER SPECIAL</title>
<link>http://www.kcts9.org/programs/productions/atm/archive/313</link>
<description><![CDATA[<strong> SCAMBUSTERS SPECIAL</strong><br/>Have you heard about the "Grandma Scam" or the midnight phone call about fraud on your credit card?<br/>

In this episode, we focus on the latest scams that may be targeting you or your loved ones. We'll see how AARP is using the cons' own tactics to warn potential victims, and learn from one daughter's firsthand experience how hard it can be to save a parent who's been drawn into the web.<br /><br />

Washington Attorney General Rob McKenna will give advice on protecting vulnerable adults; Washington AARP Director Doug Shadel explains how to avoid investment fraud; and Assistant Attorney General Mary Lobdell tells used car buyers how to avoid "bushing," "curbstoning," and other common schemes. <br>]]></description>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[ SCAMBUSTERS SPECIALHave you heard about the "Grandma Scam" or the midnight phone call about fraud on your credit card?

In this episode, we focus on the latest scams that may be targeting you or your loved ones. We'll see how AARP is using the cons' own tactics to warn potential victims, and learn from one daughter's firsthand experience how hard it can be to save a parent who's been drawn into the web.

Washington Attorney General Rob McKenna will give advice on protecting vulnerable adults; Washington AARP Director Doug Shadel explains how to avoid investment fraud; and Assistant Attorney General Mary Lobdell tells used car buyers how to avoid "bushing," "curbstoning," and other common schemes. ]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:author>KCTS 9</itunes:author>
<author>KCTS 9</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 19:30:00 EDT</pubDate>
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<castfire:sh_id>59616</castfire:sh_id>
<castfire:show_id>59616</castfire:show_id>
<castfire:network slug="kcts">KCTS</castfire:network>
<castfire:content_producer slug="kcts-9">KCTS 9</castfire:content_producer>
<castfire:channel slug="about-the-money">About The Money</castfire:channel>
<castfire:date date='2009-01-13 19:30:00 EDT'>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 19:30:00 EDT</castfire:date>
<castfire:filename>atm_2009-02-11-153123</castfire:filename>
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<title>MEET THE CEO OF CRAIGSLIST</title>
<link>http://www.kcts9.org/programs/productions/atm/archive/312</link>
<description><![CDATA[<strong>MEET THE CEO OF CRAIGSLIST</strong><br/>Where do you go these days to sell or buy just about anything? Craigslist. It revolutionized person-to-person advertising and is one of the world's most popular internet sites. The founders of Craigslist could have made billions, but chose to create a community instead. We meet the CEO behind Craigslist and its quirky success.
<strong>Scambusters: Popular Scams</strong>
<br/><br/>
Scammers are savvy about taking advantage of community-based Web sites like Craigslist.  We talk with Washington State Attorney General Rob McKenna about popular scams.
<br/><br /><strong>FAMILY AND MONEY: FINANCIAL VALUES</strong>
<br/>
Thinking of consolidating your debt? Tread carefully as there are pitfalls with bill consolidation programs.Wondering how to pass on solid financial values to your kids?
Financial Advisor Kathleen Miller joins us to talk about the most important life lessons to share.
<br/><br/>
<strong>BULLS AND BEARS: THE STOCK MARKET</strong>
<br/>
Bill Smead talks about today's Stock Market.]]></description>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[MEET THE CEO OF CRAIGSLISTWhere do you go these days to sell or buy just about anything? Craigslist. It revolutionized person-to-person advertising and is one of the world's most popular internet sites. The founders of Craigslist could have made billions, but chose to create a community instead. We meet the CEO behind Craigslist and its quirky success.
Scambusters: Popular Scams

Scammers are savvy about taking advantage of community-based Web sites like Craigslist.  We talk with Washington State Attorney General Rob McKenna about popular scams.
FAMILY AND MONEY: FINANCIAL VALUES

Thinking of consolidating your debt? Tread carefully as there are pitfalls with bill consolidation programs.Wondering how to pass on solid financial values to your kids?
Financial Advisor Kathleen Miller joins us to talk about the most important life lessons to share.

BULLS AND BEARS: THE STOCK MARKET

Bill Smead talks about today's Stock Market.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:author>KCTS 9</itunes:author>
<author>KCTS 9</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 19:30:00 EDT</pubDate>
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<castfire:sh_id>59634</castfire:sh_id>
<castfire:show_id>59634</castfire:show_id>
<castfire:network slug="kcts">KCTS</castfire:network>
<castfire:content_producer slug="kcts-9">KCTS 9</castfire:content_producer>
<castfire:channel slug="about-the-money">About The Money</castfire:channel>
<castfire:date date='2008-12-23 19:30:00 EDT'>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 19:30:00 EDT</castfire:date>
<castfire:filename>atm_2009-02-11-160601</castfire:filename>
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<title>ALASKA AIRLINE TAKES OFF</title>
<link>http://www.kcts9.org/programs/productions/atm/archive/311</link>
<description><![CDATA[<strong>ALASKA AIRLINES TAKES OFF</strong>
The economic slump is extra drag for the ailing airline industry.
We look at how locally based Alaska Airlines is navigating economic turbulence and charting a flight plan for the future. 
<br/><br/>
<strong>SCAMBUSTERS: CHARITY SCAMS</strong>
<br/>Secretary of State, Sam Reed, offers a timely warning on charity scams
You can order a free "Check Before You Give" kit by calling the AARP Fraud Fighter Call Center toll-free, 1-800-646-2283. The kit includes a DVD program on charitable giving, plus tips and tools on protecting your charitable contributions. You do not need to be an AARP member to order. 
<br/><br/>
<strong>TIPS TO REDUCE DEBT</strong>
<br/>Thinking of consolidating your debt? Tread carefully as there are pitfalls with bill consolidation programs.

We sit down with Seattle Debt Law's bankruptcy attorney Christina Latta to find out the safest way to reduce your debt.
<br/><br/>

<strong>Bulls AND BEARS: HOW TO CAPITALIZE IN A FALLING MARKET</strong>

<br/>Bill Smead talks about how Alaska Airlines and airlines around the world are doing.]]></description>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[ALASKA AIRLINES TAKES OFF
The economic slump is extra drag for the ailing airline industry.
We look at how locally based Alaska Airlines is navigating economic turbulence and charting a flight plan for the future. 

SCAMBUSTERS: CHARITY SCAMS
Secretary of State, Sam Reed, offers a timely warning on charity scams
You can order a free "Check Before You Give" kit by calling the AARP Fraud Fighter Call Center toll-free, 1-800-646-2283. The kit includes a DVD program on charitable giving, plus tips and tools on protecting your charitable contributions. You do not need to be an AARP member to order. 

TIPS TO REDUCE DEBT
Thinking of consolidating your debt? Tread carefully as there are pitfalls with bill consolidation programs.

We sit down with Seattle Debt Law's bankruptcy attorney Christina Latta to find out the safest way to reduce your debt.


Bulls AND BEARS: HOW TO CAPITALIZE IN A FALLING MARKET

Bill Smead talks about how Alaska Airlines and airlines around the world are doing.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:author>KCTS 9</itunes:author>
<author>KCTS 9</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 19:30:00 EDT</pubDate>
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<castfire:show_id>59642</castfire:show_id>
<castfire:network slug="kcts">KCTS</castfire:network>
<castfire:content_producer slug="kcts-9">KCTS 9</castfire:content_producer>
<castfire:channel slug="about-the-money">About The Money</castfire:channel>
<castfire:date date='2008-12-16 19:30:00 EDT'>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 19:30:00 EDT</castfire:date>
<castfire:filename>atm_2009-02-11-162055</castfire:filename>
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<title>WARREN BUFFETT (online extra)</title>
<link></link>
<description><![CDATA[<strong>ONLINE EXTRA: MORE WITH ALICE SCHROEDER</strong><br/> A conversation with Alice Schroeder, author of "The Snowball: Warren Buffett and the Business of Life"]]></description>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[ONLINE EXTRA: MORE WITH ALICE SCHROEDER A conversation with Alice Schroeder, author of "The Snowball: Warren Buffett and the Business of Life"]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:author>KCTS 9</itunes:author>
<author>KCTS 9</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 19:30:00 EDT</pubDate>
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<castfire:sh_id>59648</castfire:sh_id>
<castfire:show_id>59648</castfire:show_id>
<castfire:network slug="kcts">KCTS</castfire:network>
<castfire:content_producer slug="kcts-9">KCTS 9</castfire:content_producer>
<castfire:channel slug="about-the-money">About The Money</castfire:channel>
<castfire:date date='2008-12-09 19:30:00 EDT'>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 19:30:00 EDT</castfire:date>
<castfire:filename>atm_2009-02-11-162257</castfire:filename>
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<title>DON'T LET THE GRINCH STEAL CHRISTMAS</title>
<link>http://www.kcts9.org/programs/productions/atm/archive/310</link>
<description><![CDATA[<strong>DON'T LET THE GRINCH STEAL CHRISTMAS</strong><br />Is the financial panic putting the pinch on your holiday spirit? Don't fret.Producer Jenny Cunningham shares secret tips to go big without going broke. <br/><br/>
<strong>PUT THIS BOOK ON YOUR CHRISTMAS LIST</strong>
<br/>Ever wonder how billionaire Warren Buffet made his fortune? 

We sat down with his biographer, Alice Schroeder, to discuss her new book Snowball and learn what makes this money-making genius tick. <br/><br/>

<strong>FAMILY FINANCES: MEDICARE PART D</strong>
<br/>Daunted by the complicated process of enrolling in Medicare? 

We sit down with Clayton Fong, director of the National Asian Pacific Center on Aging (NAPCA), to simplify the Medicare Part D.<br/><br/>


<strong>BULLS AND BEARS: INSIDER'S LOOK AT THE STOCK MARKET</strong>
<br/>Portfolio Manager Bill Smead provides an insider's look at the stock market.<br/><br/>]]></description>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[DON'T LET THE GRINCH STEAL CHRISTMASIs the financial panic putting the pinch on your holiday spirit? Don't fret.Producer Jenny Cunningham shares secret tips to go big without going broke. 
PUT THIS BOOK ON YOUR CHRISTMAS LIST
Ever wonder how billionaire Warren Buffet made his fortune? 

We sat down with his biographer, Alice Schroeder, to discuss her new book Snowball and learn what makes this money-making genius tick. 

FAMILY FINANCES: MEDICARE PART D
Daunted by the complicated process of enrolling in Medicare? 

We sit down with Clayton Fong, director of the National Asian Pacific Center on Aging (NAPCA), to simplify the Medicare Part D.


BULLS AND BEARS: INSIDER'S LOOK AT THE STOCK MARKET
Portfolio Manager Bill Smead provides an insider's look at the stock market.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:author>KCTS 9</itunes:author>
<author>KCTS 9</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 19:30:00 EDT</pubDate>
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<castfire:sh_id>59666</castfire:sh_id>
<castfire:show_id>59666</castfire:show_id>
<castfire:network slug="kcts">KCTS</castfire:network>
<castfire:content_producer slug="kcts-9">KCTS 9</castfire:content_producer>
<castfire:channel slug="about-the-money">About The Money</castfire:channel>
<castfire:date date='2008-12-09 19:30:00 EDT'>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 19:30:00 EDT</castfire:date>
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<title>MOURNING WASHINGTON MUTUAL</title>
<link>http://www.kcts9.org/programs/productions/atm/archive/309</link>
<description><![CDATA[<strong> MOURNING WASHINGTON MUTUAL</strong><br />Will the local economy suffer from the loss of Washington Mutual? We take an in-depth look at how deeply entrenched our local banking giant was and the surprising ways we will feel its void. <br /><br />
<strong>HOW SAFE IS YOUR BANK?</strong><br />
Are you a little nervous that the 1929 crash will repeat in the present day? Brad Williamson, Director of Banks for the Washington Department of Financial Institutions, tells you what you need to know to make sure your deposits don't disappear.<br /><br />
<strong>FAMILY FINANCES</strong><br />
Curious to learn how you can reduce your budget or to find where you'respending more than you should? Financial Advisor Cindy Runger Balas offers suggestions for how to tighten the belt.<br /><br />
<strong>BULLS AND BEARS: CAPITALIZE ON A SHAKY MARKET</strong> 
<br />Buy low, sell high, right? Our regular portfolio manager Bill Smead discusses how you can capitalize on a shaky market.]]></description>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[ MOURNING WASHINGTON MUTUALWill the local economy suffer from the loss of Washington Mutual? We take an in-depth look at how deeply entrenched our local banking giant was and the surprising ways we will feel its void. 
HOW SAFE IS YOUR BANK?
Are you a little nervous that the 1929 crash will repeat in the present day? Brad Williamson, Director of Banks for the Washington Department of Financial Institutions, tells you what you need to know to make sure your deposits don't disappear.
FAMILY FINANCES
Curious to learn how you can reduce your budget or to find where you'respending more than you should? Financial Advisor Cindy Runger Balas offers suggestions for how to tighten the belt.
BULLS AND BEARS: CAPITALIZE ON A SHAKY MARKET 
Buy low, sell high, right? Our regular portfolio manager Bill Smead discusses how you can capitalize on a shaky market.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:author>KCTS 9</itunes:author>
<author>KCTS 9</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 19:30:00 EDT</pubDate>
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<castfire:sh_id>38686</castfire:sh_id>
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<castfire:channel slug="about-the-money">About The Money</castfire:channel>
<castfire:date date='2008-11-25 19:30:00 EDT'>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 19:30:00 EDT</castfire:date>
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<title>HELP FOR INDIVDUAL INVESTORS</title>
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<description><![CDATA[<strong>HELP FOR INDIVIDUAL INVESTORS</strong><br/>
Have you watched your life savings plummet on the market these past six months? The American Association of Individual Investors offers assistance for those of you waging the market on your own. Join us to get expert advice on how to act in uncertain times. 
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SCAMBUSTERS: DOUG SHADEL</strong><br/> 
Director of Washington AARP, warns investors about scams that prey on older Americans. <br><br/>
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CREDIT RESCUE: YOUR RIGHTS</strong><br>
Have you fallen behind on some bills? Are you getting intimidating letters and calls from collection agencies? You have rights, and Attorney Christina Latta tells us just how to act. 
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BULLS AND BEARS: HOW TO CAPITALIZE ON FALLING STOCK PRICES</strong><br/>
Buy low, sell high, right? Our regular portfolio manager Bill Smead joins us to tell you how to capitalize on falling stock prices.]]></description>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[HELP FOR INDIVIDUAL INVESTORS
Have you watched your life savings plummet on the market these past six months? The American Association of Individual Investors offers assistance for those of you waging the market on your own. Join us to get expert advice on how to act in uncertain times. 


SCAMBUSTERS: DOUG SHADEL 
Director of Washington AARP, warns investors about scams that prey on older Americans. 
 
CREDIT RESCUE: YOUR RIGHTS
Have you fallen behind on some bills? Are you getting intimidating letters and calls from collection agencies? You have rights, and Attorney Christina Latta tells us just how to act. 


BULLS AND BEARS: HOW TO CAPITALIZE ON FALLING STOCK PRICES
Buy low, sell high, right? Our regular portfolio manager Bill Smead joins us to tell you how to capitalize on falling stock prices.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:author>KCTS 9</itunes:author>
<author>KCTS 9</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 19:30:00 EDT</pubDate>
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<castfire:channel slug="about-the-money">About The Money</castfire:channel>
<castfire:date date='2008-11-18 19:30:00 EDT'>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 19:30:00 EDT</castfire:date>
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<title>HOUSING MARKET TAKES A HIT</title>
<link>http://www.kcts9.org/programs/productions/atm/archive/307</link>
<description><![CDATA[<strong> HOUSING MARKET TAKES A HIT</strong><br/>
The Northwest real estate bubble is finally falling, just as it is in the rest of the country. How does this affect the value of your home? Will this trend continue? Tune in to hear what the experts are predicting.
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<strong>
CEO MAGAZINE SPOTLIGHT: FALLING HOUSING MARKET</strong>
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Bryan Corliss, senior writer for Washington CEO Magazine, discusses how the falling housing market will play out in our state economy.
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<strong>FAMILY FINANCES: TODAY'S BUYERS' MARKET</strong>
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Debbie Steck, Chief Operating Officer of Golf Savings Bank, discusses access to home mortgages for those looking to take advantage of today's buyers' market.
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<strong>BULLS AND BEARS: ADVICE FOR GLUM INVESTORS</strong>
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Our regular portfolio manager Bill Smead tells glum investors why it's good to be lonely right now.<br/><br/>]]></description>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[ HOUSING MARKET TAKES A HIT
The Northwest real estate bubble is finally falling, just as it is in the rest of the country. How does this affect the value of your home? Will this trend continue? Tune in to hear what the experts are predicting.


CEO MAGAZINE SPOTLIGHT: FALLING HOUSING MARKET


Bryan Corliss, senior writer for Washington CEO Magazine, discusses how the falling housing market will play out in our state economy.


FAMILY FINANCES: TODAY'S BUYERS' MARKET


Debbie Steck, Chief Operating Officer of Golf Savings Bank, discusses access to home mortgages for those looking to take advantage of today's buyers' market.

BULLS AND BEARS: ADVICE FOR GLUM INVESTORS


Our regular portfolio manager Bill Smead tells glum investors why it's good to be lonely right now.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:author>KCTS 9</itunes:author>
<author>KCTS 9</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 19:30:00 EDT</pubDate>
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<castfire:show_id>59718</castfire:show_id>
<castfire:network slug="kcts">KCTS</castfire:network>
<castfire:content_producer slug="kcts-9">KCTS 9</castfire:content_producer>
<castfire:channel slug="about-the-money">About The Money</castfire:channel>
<castfire:date date='2008-11-11 19:30:00 EDT'>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 19:30:00 EDT</castfire:date>
<castfire:filename>atm_2009-02-11-181803</castfire:filename>
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<title>SENIOR BANKRUPTCY</title>
<link>http://www.kcts9.org/programs/productions/atm/archive/306</link>
<description><![CDATA[<strong>SENIOR BANKRUPTCY</strong><br/>
Those hurt worst by the expanding economic crisis are senior citizens on fixed incomes.We look at the heartbreak behind the alarming rise in senior bankruptcy and what you can do about it.
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<strong>
FAMILY FINANCES: SPECIAL SERVICES FOR SENIORS
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Doug Shadel, Director of Washington AARP, offers timely advice for seniors coping with the economic downturn. Find out about special services available to you.
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<strong>
LOVE AND MONEY: FINANCIAL ADVICE FOR AGING PARENTS
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Are your parents getting ready to retire or thinking about moving into a supported living home?

Financial consultant Kathleen Miller offers financial advice for how to help aging parents dealing with today's troubled economy.
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BULLS AND BEARS: WHAT TO DO AS RETIREMENT NEARS
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Have you watched your nest egg vanish in the stock market plunge?

Chief Investment Officer and Principal of IMS Capital Management Art Nunes offers timely advice for those wondering what to do as retirement nears.
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[SENIOR BANKRUPTCY
Those hurt worst by the expanding economic crisis are senior citizens on fixed incomes.We look at the heartbreak behind the alarming rise in senior bankruptcy and what you can do about it.


FAMILY FINANCES: SPECIAL SERVICES FOR SENIORS


Doug Shadel, Director of Washington AARP, offers timely advice for seniors coping with the economic downturn. Find out about special services available to you.


LOVE AND MONEY: FINANCIAL ADVICE FOR AGING PARENTS


Are your parents getting ready to retire or thinking about moving into a supported living home?

Financial consultant Kathleen Miller offers financial advice for how to help aging parents dealing with today's troubled economy.


BULLS AND BEARS: WHAT TO DO AS RETIREMENT NEARS


Have you watched your nest egg vanish in the stock market plunge?

Chief Investment Officer and Principal of IMS Capital Management Art Nunes offers timely advice for those wondering what to do as retirement nears.
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<itunes:author>KCTS 9</itunes:author>
<author>KCTS 9</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 19:30:00 EDT</pubDate>
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<castfire:show_id>59716</castfire:show_id>
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<castfire:channel slug="about-the-money">About The Money</castfire:channel>
<castfire:date date='2008-10-28 19:30:00 EDT'>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 19:30:00 EDT</castfire:date>
<castfire:filename>atm_2009-02-11-181407</castfire:filename>
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