Shared Accounts with CU Times

Shared Accounts With CU Times combines the personalities behind CU Times with pop culture and credit union issues into one podcast bag. It’s our way of taking a break from the week with the people and industry we care about. Image Credit: Alex from the Rock/Adobe Stock; Chris Nicholls/TouchPoint Markets.

Shared Accounts with CU Times Summer Spectacular 08/08/2025

Shared Accounts with CU Times Summer Spectacular It’s sunshiny. It’s sweaty. It’s also credit union-y! Join us for Shared Accounts With CU Times’ first-ever summer special, where you’ll hear top travel tips from credit union jet setter Josh DeTar, learn what childhood summers and first jobs were like for Michael, Natasha and Producer Zach, and gain some fresh new recs for your summer reading and movie-watching lists. /episode/index/show/4643f3d3-5b9a-4c4b-b005-dfc3396f8f0e/id/37740480

The Supreme Court Looms Over Credit Unions 07/29/2025

The Supreme Court Looms Over Credit Unions Credit union legal expert Henry Meier, Esq. brings us inside the possible ramifications to credit unions from recent Supreme Court rulings. Also, it's game time once again, as Michael introduces Natasha and Producer Zach to Five Second Guess. /episode/index/show/4643f3d3-5b9a-4c4b-b005-dfc3396f8f0e/id/37598140

Elizabeth Eurgubian BREAKING POD 07/23/2025

Elizabeth Eurgubian BREAKING POD Elizabeth Eurgubian, partner at Atlas Advocacy and former NCUA policy advisor helps us break down the legal significance of the judge’s ruling in the Harper-Otsuka case. /episode/index/show/4643f3d3-5b9a-4c4b-b005-dfc3396f8f0e/id/37522830

The Credit Union Branch Network Strategist 06/27/2025

The Credit Union Branch Network Strategist Bancography President Steve Reider takes us behind the scenes of his branch strategy consulting business and shares best practices for building a network that supports growth. And it's Mad Libs time again! Did Michael learn his lesson and keep it under twenty minutes or did he follow his heart and create a timeless epic? Listen to find out! /episode/index/show/4643f3d3-5b9a-4c4b-b005-dfc3396f8f0e/id/37135310

From Law School to the Credit Union Corner Office 06/23/2025

From Law School to the Credit Union Corner Office Get to know recently-appointed NuMark CU CEO and Chicago native Michelle Balog, whose legal background is sure to come in handy as regulatory uncertainty persists. Also, because they're total pros, Michael, Natasha, and Producer Zach discuss AI without mentioning Skynet or Arnold Schwarzenegger once. /episode/index/show/4643f3d3-5b9a-4c4b-b005-dfc3396f8f0e/id/37092990

Special Report - Newsroom Update 06/10/2025

Special Report - Newsroom Update Peter Strozniak joins us to talk about the top credit union stories and what we are thinking about as we cover your world. /episode/index/show/4643f3d3-5b9a-4c4b-b005-dfc3396f8f0e/id/36938620

Helping Members Tackle Mounting Credit Card Debt 05/30/2025

Helping Members Tackle Mounting Credit Card Debt Matt Potere, CEO of Happy Money, discusses how credit unions can leverage digital lending strategies to reduce consumer debt while strengthening member relationships. Also, the stars align, and Michael and Natasha both give an enthusiastic recommendation to "Companion" (2025). /episode/index/show/4643f3d3-5b9a-4c4b-b005-dfc3396f8f0e/id/36745095

Running the CU Industry’s Giving Backbone 05/22/2025

Running the CU Industry’s Giving Backbone Lauren Culp, the new Executive Director of the National Credit Union Foundation, shares her strategic priorities. Also, what famous movie star held Natasha as a baby? And old man Ogden talks about Robert Wagner for a bit. /episode/index/show/4643f3d3-5b9a-4c4b-b005-dfc3396f8f0e/id/36682210

Defending California and Nevada Credit Unions in D.C. 05/14/2025

Defending California and Nevada Credit Unions in D.C. Tri-state League CEO Scott Simpson, along with Stephanie Cuevas, SVP of Federal Government Affairs for the California and Nevada Credit Union Leagues, share how they’re hitting the ground running on the advocacy front for credit unions out West amid regulatory chaos. Also, with the craziness surrounding, well, everything, Michael, Natasha, and Producer Zach take a breath and discuss childhood TV memories. Is "Welcome Back, Kotter" referenced? Of course it is! /episode/index/show/4643f3d3-5b9a-4c4b-b005-dfc3396f8f0e/id/36567120

Meet the Three Kevins of the Addition Financial C-Suite 05/02/2025

Meet the Three Kevins of the Addition Financial C-Suite The CEO, COO and CIO, all of whom coincidentally share a first name, take us behind the scenes of their Florida credit union’s merger and expansion plans. Also, Michael, Natasha, and Producer Zach discuss irrational (and rational) fears. /episode/index/show/4643f3d3-5b9a-4c4b-b005-dfc3396f8f0e/id/36415400

BREAKING POD: NCUA Has a Problem 04/18/2025

BREAKING POD: NCUA Has a Problem Elizabeth Ergubian, partner at Atlas Advocacy and former Director of External Affairs and Communications Policy Advisor for the NCUA, sheds light on what the abrupt removal of NCUA Board Members Todd Harper and Tanya Otsuka means for the agency and credit union industry. Also, to lighten the mood, Michael, Natasha, and Producer Zach play a rousing game of NCUA Madlibs. /episode/index/show/4643f3d3-5b9a-4c4b-b005-dfc3396f8f0e/id/36215580

The Credit Union Compliance Therapist 04/10/2025

The Credit Union Compliance Therapist ViClarity VP Katie Grey Ferrell shares her knowledge and passion for compliance, and how she’s keeping credit unions sane amid regulatory chaos. Also, Natasha is still moonlighting the baby bird beat, while Michael refers to notorious 1989 tearjerker "Steel Magnolias" as a "fun movie". /episode/index/show/4643f3d3-5b9a-4c4b-b005-dfc3396f8f0e/id/36082060

Big Changes & Growth at PenAir Credit Union 04/04/2025

Big Changes & Growth at PenAir Credit Union Lee Morgan, CEO at PenAir CU in Florida, shares lessons in CU management success as he walks us through PenAir’s recent expansions and major projects. Also, Natasha is back to bird watching and Michael is back to feeling nostalgic about the 1990's. /episode/index/show/4643f3d3-5b9a-4c4b-b005-dfc3396f8f0e/id/36004685

A Political Reality Check With Geoff Bacino 03/12/2025

A Political Reality Check With Geoff Bacino Consultant and former NCUA Board Member Geoff Bacino talks candidly about the rapid changes happening to credit union regulation in Washington D.C. Also, Natasha and Michael have a quick discussion on 2003 film Oldboy and the lack of representation for octopuses in American movies. /episode/index/show/4643f3d3-5b9a-4c4b-b005-dfc3396f8f0e/id/35656995

Inclusiv Stands Up for the Underserved in Uncertain Times 02/27/2025

Inclusiv Stands Up for the Underserved in Uncertain Times Cathie Mahon, CEO of the credit union industry’s CDFI intermediary, shares how her organization is pushing forward to do good amid the chaotic actions of the current administration. Also, Michael, Natasha, and Producer Zach play a thrilling game of "how do you like your water". Can you guess which daredevil of the group takes theirs with ice? /episode/index/show/4643f3d3-5b9a-4c4b-b005-dfc3396f8f0e/id/35474975

Troy Stang and His Lifelong Commitment to Credit Unions 02/21/2025

Troy Stang and His Lifelong Commitment to Credit Unions The CEO of the nation’s only six-state credit union league reflects on his career and shares his 2025 advocacy priorities. Also, Michael grills Natasha and Producer Zach on the price of groceries, then proceeds to come across as even snobbier than usual by discussing his love of 60s French cinéma. /episode/index/show/4643f3d3-5b9a-4c4b-b005-dfc3396f8f0e/id/35372720

Let’s Talk About the NCUA With Henry Meier 02/09/2025

Let’s Talk About the NCUA With Henry Meier Henry Meier. Esq. joins us to drill down on the early days of Chairman Hauptman’s term at the NCUA and the chaos happening in other parts of the CU industry. Also, Michael and Natasha discuss journalism in 2025 but more importantly, debate how age affects hunkiness by way of Keanu Reeves: who's the bigger beefcake? Young "Speed" era Keanu or salt and pepper modern day "John Wick"? /episode/index/show/4643f3d3-5b9a-4c4b-b005-dfc3396f8f0e/id/35211505

The Disciplined Yet Creative World of PenFed’s Terry Williams 02/06/2025

The Disciplined Yet Creative World of PenFed’s Terry Williams U.S. Marine Corps veteran and PenFed Credit Union SVP Terry Williams takes us inside a program dedicated to the success of veteran entrepreneurs, as well as an AI-driven novel writing, music composition and coding endeavor. Also Michael tries out some new taglines for the podcast and Natasha leaves reality TV behind to check out a documentary on mayor turned ... progressive human-interest story pioneer? Jerry Springer! /episode/index/show/4643f3d3-5b9a-4c4b-b005-dfc3396f8f0e/id/35179960

Promises of AI Coming True for CUs 01/28/2025

Promises of AI Coming True for CUs Ed Maslaveckas, CEO and co-founder at data intelligence fintech Bud Financial, paints a clear picture of AI’s abilities for credit unions and its members. Also, Natasha opens up her rainbow unicorn Trapper Keeper and takes us back to elementary school with a discussion on Lisa Frank. /episode/index/show/4643f3d3-5b9a-4c4b-b005-dfc3396f8f0e/id/35052230

The ‘Natural Extension’ of AI for Southwest Financial FCU 01/17/2025

The ‘Natural Extension’ of AI for Southwest Financial FCU Southwest Financial FCU’s President/CEO Melanie Kennedy and VP Luke Campbell share the solutions AI solves for their all-digital credit union. Also, Natasha checks in from the craziness in California to flex her knowledge of celebrity baby names. /episode/index/show/4643f3d3-5b9a-4c4b-b005-dfc3396f8f0e/id/34896675

Jason Stverak & DCUC’s Busy 2025 01/10/2025

Jason Stverak & DCUC’s Busy 2025 DCUC’s Chief Advocacy Officer Jason Stverak lays out the priorities and plans for this new congressional year. Also, Michael gets his crystals out and discusses the numerological implications of 2025 while Producer Zach recommends a twelve year old reality show. Bonus Content /episode/index/show/4643f3d3-5b9a-4c4b-b005-dfc3396f8f0e/id/34805775

AI’s Role in Fraud Threats, Tactics & Countermeasures 01/07/2025

AI’s Role in Fraud Threats, Tactics & Countermeasures Glenn Fratangelo of NICE Actimize explains how credit unions can use AI to defend against today’s fraud threats – including the rise of the “crimefluencer” – before it’s used to defraud them. Plus Michael, Natasha, and Producer Zach discuss how predictive AI affects them most: algorithm curated social media content. Bonus content alert: to see Natasha's YouTube channel discussed in the show, ! /episode/index/show/4643f3d3-5b9a-4c4b-b005-dfc3396f8f0e/id/34754910

So Long, 2024! 12/19/2024

So Long, 2024! Natasha, Michael, and Producer Zach spread holiday cheer by talking about themselves…and fans of the pod. Link to guest playlist: Link to guest Letterboxd collection: /episode/index/show/4643f3d3-5b9a-4c4b-b005-dfc3396f8f0e/id/34540055

Wescom CU Sets an AI Standard 12/17/2024

Wescom CU Sets an AI Standard CIO/mambo dancer extraordinaire Joseph Pellissery breaks down the complex topic of AI into real-world use cases for credit unions. Also, Michael, Natasha, and Producer Zach preview what end-of-year beverages they're looking forward to leaning on to make it through the holidays. Bonus: . /episode/index/show/4643f3d3-5b9a-4c4b-b005-dfc3396f8f0e/id/34490930

A Business Services Temperature Check With CUBG 12/11/2024

A Business Services Temperature Check With CUBG How is the economy impacting credit unions’ ability to succeed in the commercial lending and business services space? CUBG CEO Justin Conrey explains. Also, Michael plays a game with Natasha and producer Zach by having them guess pop songs via dramatic reading. How long does it take producer Zach to identify Miley Cyrus? Not long! /episode/index/show/4643f3d3-5b9a-4c4b-b005-dfc3396f8f0e/id/34396085

Changes & Competition Inside the CU System 11/14/2024

Changes & Competition Inside the CU System Affinity FCU President/CEO Kevin Brauer speaks candidly about three decades of change, both good and bad, within the credit union space. Also, Michael and Natasha are back and recovering from the biggest news event of November 2024: the Luminaries Awards! /episode/index/show/4643f3d3-5b9a-4c4b-b005-dfc3396f8f0e/id/33932122

The Role of AI in Marketing and Compliance 11/12/2024

The Role of AI in Marketing and Compliance Fintel Connect CEO Nicky Senyard returns with fresh insights for credit unions from her world of fintech and affiliate marketing. Also, it may not be spooky season any longer but our hosts still love their killers, as Natasha watches "Woman of the Hour" and Michael checks out "Trap". /episode/index/show/4643f3d3-5b9a-4c4b-b005-dfc3396f8f0e/id/33900812

Tech Talk With Addition Financial’s Kevin Wright 11/01/2024

Tech Talk With Addition Financial’s Kevin Wright The Florida credit union’s chief information officer discusses AI, a recent digital transformation, hurricane season and more. Also, Michael and Natasha miss the memo that spooky season is over and turkey time is here as they squeeze in a quick discussion of the X Trilogy. /episode/index/show/4643f3d3-5b9a-4c4b-b005-dfc3396f8f0e/id/33750377

Scared Accounts With CU Times: Special Halloween Episode 10/25/2024

Scared Accounts With CU Times: Special Halloween Episode This very special episode is chock-full of spooky surprises, including interviews with two of the credit union industry’s biggest Halloween enthusiasts, a dramatic reading of a supernatural encounter at a strategic planning meeting and a live taste test of the most detested Halloween candy hosted by spooky trio NatashAHHHHH Chills-and-scares-ian, My-kill Ogden, and Zach The-End-is-Nigh-heisel. Check out Jodi Rathbun-Briggs' Trail of Terror Facebook page . View photos of Jim Stickley's haunted house, as well as some of your podcast hosts' childhood Halloween memories . /episode/index/show/4643f3d3-5b9a-4c4b-b005-dfc3396f8f0e/id/33613302

UCU Stays Ahead of the Curve 10/04/2024

UCU Stays Ahead of the Curve UCU CEO David Tuyo discusses his Los Angeles-based credit union’s forward-thinking approach to AI, remote work and more. Also, Natasha discovers new favorite reality show "Inmate to Roommate" while Michael sits down to watch "House" only to find out instead of being delighted by Hugh Laurie playing an asocial genius, he had chosen the cult classic 1977 Japanese horror/comedy film. /episode/index/show/4643f3d3-5b9a-4c4b-b005-dfc3396f8f0e/id/33333792

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