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Breaking Banks’ Hot Takes, Live From The Alloy Labs Annual Member Meeting - Provoke.fm Media

1 week ago | provoke.fm | Jason Henrichs

In This EpisodeToday, we bring you a special episode of Breaking Banks, live from the Alloy Labs Annual Member Meeting —a three-day event focused on critical discussions and deep strategy sessions for today’s bank executives. While we can’t disclose what was said behind closed doors, we can share some of the critical (and fiery!) conversations and topics that executives need to be thinking about and discussing, some of which we asked and addressed in this special recording.
Killing It: Nektarios Liolios on Fintech Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Community

2 weeks ago | provoke.fm | Jason Henrichs

In This EpisodeIt is 2014, and Breaking Banks host Jason Henrichs is having coffee with Nektarios Liolios, an early leader in financial services innovation. Jason is in London—the uncontested fintech capital of the world at the time—sitting in the shadow of the Tower of London, seeking advice during what feels like the wreckage of his life post-Perkstreet. Nektarios, today’s guest, was on a journey of his own.
EP 256: Matthew Le Merle, Blockchain Coinvestors

2 weeks ago | provoke.fm | Greg Palmer

Blockchain at a key inflection point – where we are now in the innovation cycle, what’s coming next, and where to find your next opportunity. Detailed Summary:In this episode of the Finovate Podcast, host Greg Palmer chats with Matthew Le Merle of Blockchain Coinvestors about the current state and trajectory of blockchain technology. He explains that his firm has invested in over 1,250 blockchain startups, including major players like Coinbase and Kraken.
News From The Fintech Front: AI, Stablecoin Strategy & Fintech M&A

3 weeks ago | provoke.fm | Don Ginsel

In This EpisodeThis week on Breaking Banks, Don Ginsel, host of our sister show Breaking Banks Europe, takes our mic and brings the conversation stateside. Don is joined by Nik Milanović, founder of This Week in Fintech, for a wide-ranging and energizing discussion of the latest forces shaping the fintech landscape.
EP 255: Nick Evens, Curql

3 weeks ago | provoke.fm | Greg Palmer

Exploring CU-specific fintech solutions, with a preview of the CU Spotlight session at FinovateSpring. Detailed Summary:In this episode of the Finovate Podcast, host Greg Palmer interviews Nick Evens, President and CEO of Curql, ahead of FinovateSpring. Nick shares his journey from working within credit unions to leading Curql, a strategic investment fund focused on credit union innovation.
What The Future Looks Like in Finance and Fintech: Jo Ann Barefoot, Nick Hughes and Brett King Live From Virgin Unite

4 weeks ago | provoke.fm | Brett King

In This EpisodeIn a rare and inspiring crossover episode, Breaking Banks teams up with Barefoot Innovation to bring you a special dispatch from Necker Island, BVI. Hosted by Brett King and Jo Ann Barefoot, this episode captures the energy and insight of a one-of-a-kind fintech gathering organized by Virgin Unite: an event bringing together innovators from around the world, from a cross section of industry, exploring what the future of finance could (and should) look like.
EP 254: Naga Rishyendar, Discover FS

1 month ago | provoke.fm | Greg Palmer

Building and growing winning teams – thoughts from a seasoned fintech leader on managing high-performing engineering teams. Detailed Summary:In this episode Naga Rishyender, Manager of Software Engineering at Discover Financial Services, shares his thoughts on building and managing high-performing engineering teams in the fast-evolving fintech space.
Insider Advice From A Serial Entrepreneur, Cokie Hasiotis

1 month ago | provoke.fm | Jason Henrichs

In This EpisodeKilling It is back! Jason Henrichs’ series on banking and fintech entrepreneurs returns with Cokie HasiotisIn this episode of Breaking Banks, Jason Henrichs connects with Cokie, serial entrepreneur and exited founder of Twali and drippi. Cokie candidly shares her entrepreneurial journey, providing insights into the emotional challenges and tolls inherent in entrepreneurship, and the stress of pivoting business.
EP 253: Walter Mendenhall, Help With My Loan

1 month ago | provoke.fm | Greg Palmer

Former pro athlete and founder of the Male Mogul Initiative Walter Mendenhall on the recent acquisition of Help With My Loan, and the importance of fair access to credit. Detailed Summary:In this episode of the Finovate Podcast, host Greg Palmer talks with Walter Mendenhall, founder of the Male Mogul Initiative, a Chicago-based nonprofit aimed at empowering young men through leadership, entrepreneurship, and workforce development.
Fintech Podcast Mashup: Breaking Banks x Fintech Daydreaming

1 month ago | provoke.fm | Brett King

This week on Breaking Banks, it’s a powerhouse podcast mashup you won’t want to miss. What happens when two leading voices in fintech join forces? You get a fast-paced, insight-packed conversation on the future of finance, banking innovation, and emerging technologies—recorded live in Finland. Breaking Banks host Brett King teams up with Pål Krogdahl and Ville Sointu, hosts of the Nordics’ #1 fintech podcast Fintech Daydreaming, for a high-level exploration of where the industry is headed next.