In this insightful episode, Caleb Kioh of WalletGyde sits down with Prince Dykes—investment advisor representative, Investopedia councilman, nonprofit leader, host of The Investor Show, and author—to explore the evolution of finance, personal wealth strategies, and the future of money. From his beginnings in the Navy to becoming a published author and financial educator, Prince shares practical tips, debunks financial myths, and provides a roadmap to building wealth in today's ever-changing economy.

Key Topics Covered:

• Intro (1:05): Caleb introduces Prince Dykes and his multifaceted career in finance, education, and entrepreneurship.
• Icebreaker (2:40): Prince describes his journey in finance as a movie titled "Trading Places," reflecting his transformation from humble beginnings to success in the financial world.
• The Evolution of Smart (3:23): A discussion on how the definition of intelligence has shifted from memorization to communication and relationship-building in the digital age.
• Transition from Military to Finance (12:24): Prince shares how his Navy background and fatherhood inspired him to write "Wesley Learns to Invest" and teach financial literacy.
• Myths in Finance (15:00): Prince busts common financial myths and stresses the importance of living below your means, investing wisely, and building credit to secure assets.
• The Importance of Relationships (28:53): Prince explains how choosing the right life partner impacts long-term financial success and stability.
• Financial Products and Benchmarks (32:46): Breaking down financial products and the importance of understanding the future value of money when making investment decisions.
• Trust Issues with Financial Institutions (40:00): Addressing historical distrust in minority communities and the need for financial literacy to navigate and build wealth.
• The Role of the US Military in the Economy (48:25): Prince discusses how the US military supports economic dominance and strengthens the US dollar as the world currency.
• The Future of Finance and the US Dollar (48:35): Exploring challenges to the US dollar’s dominance as other nations advance in technology and defense.
• Asset Class and Economic Impact (51:07): Analyzing how the stock market’s performance affects retirement accounts and the overall economy.
• The Shift in Money’s Role (51:19): Highlighting money’s evolution into a survival tool and the need for financial literacy in today’s world.
• Conclusion (55:00): Caleb wraps up the episode, thanking Prince and hinting at future conversations about wealth creation and personal finance.

Tune in to learn how to navigate the financial landscape, build wealth, and plan for the future with Caleb and Prince!

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In The Trenches is a deep dive into the entrepreneurial journey with Caleb Kioh of WalletGyde, Donovan Bennett of Mili Llama, and Kris and Kyle Colley of BookUm—innovative BIPOC founders leading the charge in their industries.

This conversation uncovers the real startup grind, exploring the pivotal challenges and triumphs of building businesses from the ground up. From navigating accelerator programs, securing fundraising, and mastering startup checklists to scaling operations, hiring the right team, and managing day-to-day operations, these founders share their battle-tested strategies and hard-won lessons.

Learn how the power of networking has opened critical doors, how they strive to balance work and life, and where they draw their inspiration to keep pushing forward. More than just short-term wins, Caleb, Donovan, Kris, and Kyle share their long-term vision for their companies and the communities they aim to impact.

Whether you’re an aspiring founder, a startup veteran, or someone looking to understand what it takes to build and sustain a business, this episode offers actionable advice, invaluable insights, and a celebration of the resilience and innovation of BIPOC entrepreneurs.

Get ready to be inspired, informed, and empowered as we take you into the trenches of entrepreneurship—where visions are tested, lessons are learned, and businesses are born.

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In this episode of Economic Insights, host Caleb Kioh sits down with Amy Sherman, Vice President of Public Affairs at Junior Achievement - Rocky Mountain, to discuss the vital role of economic and financial literacy in shaping future generations. Together, they delve into Junior Achievement’s mission and the impact of their programs on students, educators, and communities.

The conversation begins with professional development for educators within JA’s mission (4:23) and transitions to the program's reach in the Rocky Mountain region (5:31). Amy highlights the importance of economic literacy for students (8:54), addressing how it equips them to navigate future challenges and the long-term benefits for individuals and communities (11:04).

The discussion also features compelling success stories from JA’s economic literacy initiatives (30:33) and the significance of understanding the free enterprise system (40:18). Amy shares how JA evaluates program impact and testimonials from participants (47:08) while also discussing challenges and successes in Colorado schools (50:11). Looking ahead, Amy outlines future goals and vision for expanding economic literacy programs (52:26) and emphasizes the broad importance of financial literacy for societal growth (53:14).

The episode wraps up with Amy offering advice to aspiring leaders in economic and financial education (55:05). Don’t miss this insightful conversation on empowering students with the skills they need for a financially successful future.

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