Join Busted Pencils for an eye-opening discussion with Alan Collinge, the trailblazing founder of StudentLoanJustice.Org. Since 2005, this grassroots organization has been at the forefront of exposing the predatory nature of student loans in the U.S. Alan shares compelling insights into the tangled web of federal and private student loan systems, revealing the conflicts of interest and corporate lobbying that perpetuate student debt crises.

In this episode, Alan delves into the groundbreaking research that inspired The Student Borrower Bill of Rights and led to numerous exposés in major media outlets like 60 Minutes, The New York Times, and The Washington Post. Discover the real stories behind the statistics, the human impact of student loan policies, and the urgent need for systemic reform.

Don't miss this chance to hear from one of CNN/Money Magazine's "Financial Heroes" as he discusses his book, The Student Loan Scam, and shares how you can contribute to the fight for student loan justice. Tune in to understand the challenges borrowers face and the solutions that can lead to a fair lending system. Sign onto the petition at

Change.org/cancelstudentloans

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