Money is the blood supply of the world run by banks, insurance companies, and governments. But what happens when people, systems, and lousy ideas infect this blood supply?

Docuseries episode Money, Explained unpacks the intricacies of how we make, borrow, and even waste money by paying hefty college fees, making poor investment choices, or even introducing unfair policies to the public.

Explained is a Netflix series that examines and unpacks the complexities of the modern world. Produced by Vox Media, the series works with journalist Ezra Klein and production designer Joe Posner.