Before it looms too large in their lives, kids spend a few years making sense out of money's made-up symbolism, mysterious behavior, and larger-than-life power. They see it operating in their parents' work, at the store, at school, and in images of fame and fortune. Even at such a young age, kids understand that money connotes worth, power and freedom—but that it can also empty our lives of meaning and connection. In this episode, we handed the mic over to kids from 5 to 9 years old to discuss the role of money in their lives, and in their imaginations.

Open Account is a series of podcasts hosted by SuChin Pak about why money is so universally thrilling, confusing, powerful, and stressful—no matter how much, or how little, you have.

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Open Account was created in partnership with Umpqua Bank, the West Coast’s largest and most unconventional community bank.

Missed Episode 3? Listen here. Listen from the beginning: Episode 1 is here.