Episode Details

In this episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, I take you into a zombie-filled world to teach my daughter Ailani—and you—about needs versus wants. Ailani, alone in her tent, faces tough choices: limited space in her backpack means she can only take essentials for survival, like food and water, instead of comforts like a Nintendo Switch.

Through the "Backpack Test," I guide Ailani on choosing wisely by asking, "Will this keep me safe or is it just something I’d like?" This test is a fun way to make financial concepts relatable, highlighting the importance of prioritizing needs over wants in survival—and in everyday life.

Thanks for tuning in to Growing Money with Sean Trace! Join me next time as we tackle more financial lessons through the lens of the zombie apocalypse.