JMC Alumni, Chris Corinthian, Show 'My Money Mentors' Nominated for a Southeast Regional Emmy
"My Money Mentors" is a show dedicated to making financial literacy empowering for young adults. It was nominated for a Southeast Regional Emmy in 2025. The show is hosted by financial advisor Jacqueline Schadeck CFP® and financial literacy coach Chris Corinthian.
Corithian is a graduate of the mass communications program.
Host's Schadeck and Corinthian guide people through various financial challenges and equip them with actionable steps to make smart money choices and break generational cycles of scarcity and financial lacking.
The show premiered on June 17, 2024, with two 30-minute back-to-back episodes on WABE-TV. Two more episodes aired on June 18. The show is produced by WABE Studios as well as with support from Delta Community Credit Union.
Corinthian said, “Having faced financial hardships, I understand the profound impact these challenges can have on individuals and families. Recent news stories have highlighted the unique struggles of Millennials and Gen Z, such as the dream of homeownership seeming out of reach. Our mission is to empower others with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate these hurdles and achieve lasting financial wellness.”
Corinthian, known online as “theFinLitGuy,” is an author, speaker, and entrepreneur who realized the importance of financial literacy after experiencing a series of financial setbacks, including a layoff and a fire. With 18 years of experience in higher education, he has helped thousands understand financial strategies, particularly in paying for college without student loans. Corinthian founded ‘FinLit University’ and ‘Debt-Free Degree Academy’ to educate people on financial principles.
Corithian is a graduate of the mass communications program.
Host's Schadeck and Corinthian guide people through various financial challenges and equip them with actionable steps to make smart money choices and break generational cycles of scarcity and financial lacking.
The show premiered on June 17, 2024, with two 30-minute back-to-back episodes on WABE-TV. Two more episodes aired on June 18. The show is produced by WABE Studios as well as with support from Delta Community Credit Union.
According to a news release, both Schadeck and Corinthian have very personal reasons why they wanted to get into financial planning in the first place.
Corinthian, known online as “theFinLitGuy,” is an author, speaker, and entrepreneur who realized the importance of financial literacy after experiencing a series of financial setbacks, including a layoff and a fire. With 18 years of experience in higher education, he has helped thousands understand financial strategies, particularly in paying for college without student loans. Corinthian founded ‘FinLit University’ and ‘Debt-Free Degree Academy’ to educate people on financial principles.
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