Scared to Debt
Episode 24, Aug 12, 2021, 08:03 AM
Who is really to blame for the American student loan crisis and how is it perpetuated?
Filmmaker Michael Camoin’s new documentary series Scared to Debt explores and reveals the depths of the American student loan crisis and the seriously flawed lending system that currently keeps borrowers in $1.8 trillion of debt. Nikki received a sneak peek at the first episode of the series. As the founder of Videos for Change, Michael has always been interested in the power of media and the arts to tell important stories and inspire collective change. In this series, viewers learn about the predatory nature of student loans and the lack of basic consumer protections that prevent borrowers from escaping the mental and financial burden of their debt. Read Full Transcript
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