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Wrestling PaymentsBuilding a Stablecoin Strategy: Steve Wasserman and Larry Pruss Weigh InSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Episode Summary In this episode of Wrestling Payments, Joe Casali sits down with Steve Wasserman of Vments and Larry Pruss of Strategic Resource Management for an urgent conversation about the seismic shifts happening in payments right now. Stablecoins and tokenized deposits aren't coming—they're here, and they're already pulling deposits away from traditional institutions. Steve breaks down the critical differences between these technologies and why full-reserve models are creating both new opportunities and existential threats for banks and credit unions. Larry shares eye-opening data on...
2025-11-1944 min
Building Doors with Lauren Karan80. Why the Future of Australian Manufacturing Depends on the Next Generation with Ryza GarbaczIn this episode of Building Doors, host Lauren Karan sits down with Ryza Garbacz, the second-generation Managing Director of NEACH, a leading Australian steel fabrication and manufacturing company. From humble beginnings in a small Noosa workshop, NEACH has evolved into a powerhouse supplier for some of the nation’s most complex infrastructure projects, championing regional capability and sovereign manufacturing.Ryza shares his journey from sweeping floors in his family’s factory to managing major tier-one projects across Australia, before returning to transform his family’s 50-year-old business. He reflects on lessons in leadership, authenticity, and the power...
2025-11-0952 minWrestling PaymentsLocked In or Moving Forward: Rethinking Core RenewalsSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)EPISODE SUMMARYIn this episode of Wrestling Payments, host Joe Casali sits down with Rich Carty from Remedy to dig into the realities of core technology contracts in banking and payments. Rich shares how financial institutions weigh tough choices when locked into long-term vendor agreements and why early planning is critical. He explains how most banks only revisit core contracts every few years, often finding themselves committed to outdated solutions for longer than they expect.Rich points out that new...
2025-10-2328 minWrestling PaymentsJordan Thaeler on Merchant Choice and the True Cost of PaymentsSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)EPISODE SUMMARYIn this episode of Wrestling Payments, host Joe Casali sits down with Jordan Thaeler to explore how embedded payments lock merchants into costly, inflexible systems. Jordan explains why many software providers bundle payment services with their core products, leaving merchants with few choices and rising costs. He shares how this model drives up payment fees over time while reducing merchant leverage and support.Jordan describes the risks of a market where software and payments are tied together. He...
2025-10-1026 minWrestling PaymentsStablecoins vs. SWIFT: The Revolution in Cross-Border PaymentsSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)While domestic payments are faster than ever, international transactions remain stuck in the past. In this episode, Monex Chief Economist John Min explains why cross-border payments are often slow, costly, and unpredictable.GUEST-AT-A-GLANCEName: John Min, Ph.DWhat they do: Chief EconomistCompany: MonexNoteworthy: John specializes in global payments, macroeconomic trends, and helps financial institutions navigate the complexities of cross-border transactions and foreign exchange. Where to find...
2025-09-2633 minWrestling PaymentsHow AI Is Changing Fraud Detection in Modern PaymentsSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)AI is changing the world as we know it. I'm please to present a great conversation i had with Brian Keef of Nice Actimize who are a leader in many things, but AI in Banking. In this Wrestling Payments episode, host Joe Casali interviews Brian Keefe, Manager of Portfolio Pre-Sales at Nice Actimize, about AI's transformative role in fraud detection and compliance. Brian addresses critical NACHA rule changes requiring institutions to monitor both incoming and outgoing ACH transactions, expanding beyond traditional outgoing-only oversight....
2025-09-1838 minWrestling PaymentsCompliance v Sales: Wrestling with Pay by Bank GrowthSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)EPISODE SUMMARYIn this episode of Wrestling Payments, host Joe Casali sits down with Sarah Stapp, Chief Commercial Officer, and Geoff Scott, Head of Compliance, at Aeropay. Together, they dive into the ongoing push and pull between sales and compliance in the world of pay by bank, exploring how teams can move fast without leaving risk behind.Sarah and Geoff discuss the growth of pay by bank in the United States, noting how new technologies and consumer demands are accelerating change...
2025-08-2246 minWrestling PaymentsThe Send Side of Instant Payments: How RTP® is Transforming BusinessSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)EPISODE SUMMARYIn this episode of Wrestling Payments, Jim Colassano, Senior Vice President at The Clearing House, joins host Joe Casali to discuss the transformative impact of the Real-Time Payments (RTP) network. He explains how RTP is revolutionizing how businesses manage payments, particularly on the send side. Jim highlights the shift from traditional batch processing to instant payments, emphasizing the network's ability to handle various transactions, from payroll and refunds to emergency funds and cash flow management.Jim...
2025-08-0137 minWrestling PaymentsBreaking the Silo Surface: Uncovering the People-Powered Currents of FinTech StrategySend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Episode Summary Mid-market banks and credit unions are trapped between agile FinTechs and mega banks, held back by internal silos. On Wrestling Payments, host Elyssa Morgan explores how these institutions can break barriers and leverage their unique strengths.Randy San Nicolas (Braid CEO) and Daryn Barney (Role FinTech Partners founder) reveal how to overcome self-imposed limitations. "To break through silos, you must step outside to see the world differently," Randy explains. They discuss Stripe's stablecoin move and its impact on traditional banking.
2025-07-2639 minWrestling PaymentsRevenue in the Water: Turning FinTech Strategy into ProfitSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Episode SummaryFinancial institutions struggle to identify and monetize revenue opportunities through FinTech partnerships while justifying upfront costs to leadership. Wrestling Payments host Elyssa Morgan speaks with Scott Goldthwaite from FinTech Futures, who breaks down where banks can find immediate revenue streams and build compelling business cases.Scott explains that banks must develop strategies to enhance transaction fee income through sponsorship, acquiring, issuing, and faster payments like RTP. The key is understanding complete money movement needs—both inbound and outbound—rath...
2025-07-2532 minWrestling PaymentsInto the Depths: Busting the Myths About FinTech “Tech” ReadinessSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Episode SummaryMany financial institutions feel stuck, believing technology myths hold them back from innovation. In this Wrestling Payments episode, host Elyssa Morgan talks with Brian Anderson, VP of Banking Transformation at Finzly, about busting these myths and competing in today's payments ecosystem without waiting for core systems to catch up.Brian explains how institutions can shift from core-reliant to core-complimentary thinking, transforming payments from cost centers into strategic revenue drivers. He details how API-driven platforms create flexibility and new...
2025-07-2332 minWrestling PaymentsFinTech Waves Ahead: Navigating Growth with Risk in MindSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Episode SummaryFinancial institutions face a critical challenge: modernizing payment operations through FinTech partnerships without compromising compliance. On Wrestling Payments, host Elyssa Morgan explores practical strategies for balancing innovation with regulatory requirements.Mark Forbis (former Jack Henry CTO) and Stephen Coburn (Avalo Labs CEO) reveal what works when banks and FinTechs collaborate. Mark explains why most institutions approach partnerships wrong, while Stephen discusses cultural mismatches that doom relationships. Both have witnessed spectacular failures and quiet successes.The conversation...
2025-07-2331 minWrestling PaymentsFinTech in Open Water – Seize the Opportunity While Maintaining ControlSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)EPISODE SUMMARYIn this episode of Wrestling Payments, Host Elyssa Morgan talks with Dr. Angela Murphy from Pidgin about the shift from competition to collaboration between financial institutions and fintechs. They explore why partnership is a critical strategy for shaping the future of financial services and meeting rapidly evolving customer expectations.Angela addresses the common fear among institutions of losing control. She argues that fintechs like PayPal and Venmo have already changed the landscape. Instead of being a...
2025-07-2230 min
Podcasmo MultipleT8. E16. Nalgadas, cachetadas y acuerdos: el arte del buen Dom ft Neach¿Te ha tocado un vato que se dice "Dom" pero lo único que domina es su ego?En este episodio de Podcasmo Múltiple me senté con Neach, un verdadero hombre Dom, para hablar de lo que sí es la dominación consciente y lo que solo es un güey intenso con daddy issues.Hablamos de TODO:🥵 Nalgadas, cachetadas, cera caliente, squirt💦 Penetración, no penetración, placer con presencia🤝 Acuerdos, respeto, altercare, cuidado… porque sin eso, no es BDSM, es una red flag.Este episodio está PERRÍSIMO: cachondo, crudo, sabroso e informativo.Si alguna vez te preguntaste si ese vat...
2025-07-031h 10Podcasmo MultipleT8. E16. Nalgadas, cachetadas y acuerdos: el arte del buen Dom ft Neach¿Te ha tocado un vato que se dice "Dom" pero lo único que domina es su ego?En este episodio de Podcasmo Múltiple me senté con Neach, un verdadero hombre Dom, para hablar de lo que sí es la dominación consciente y lo que solo es un güey intenso con daddy issues.Hablamos de TODO:🥵 Nalgadas, cachetadas, cera caliente, squirt💦 Penetración, no penetración, placer con presencia🤝 Acuerdos, respeto, altercare, cuidado… porque sin eso, no es BDSM, es una red flag.Este episodio está PERRÍSIMO: cachondo, crudo, sabroso e informativo.Si alguna vez te preguntaste si ese vat...
2025-07-031h 10Wrestling PaymentsIntroducing Mascoma Technologies - From Legacy Cores to Agile Banking PlatformsSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Episode Summary In this episode of Wrestling Payments, Joe Casali from NEACH sits down with Raphael Reznek and Ingrid Hebert from Mascoma Bank and Mascoma Technologies to explore an incredible success story: how a community bank built its own fintech platform from scratch. After years of vendor disappointments and legacy system limitations, Mascoma took the bold step of building in-house—and the results are remarkable. Raphael shares how their custom platform now runs multiple cores in parallel while providing real-time access to customer data, tr...
2025-07-0145 minWrestling PaymentsBehind the Network: Treasury Software's Role in Payment ProcessingSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)EPISODE SUMMARYIn this episode of Wrestling Payments, host Joe Casali from NEACH speaks with Glenn Fromer of Treasury Software about solving the critical "last mile" disconnect between small businesses and the ACH network.Glenn shares how his journey from accountant at fast food chains to payment software developer revealed significant inefficiencies in payment operations. His company evolved from addressing bank reconciliation issues to creating ACH file solutions that enable small businesses to participate in the national payment...
2025-06-0428 minWrestling PaymentsNacha Smackdown Series - Part 3 Technical Foul ThrowdownSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)QUESTIONS ALWAYS WELCOME. jcasali@neach.orgEPISODE SUMMARYIn this third installment of the NACHA "Smackdown" Rules Violations in the Ring series, Wrestling Payments host Joseph Casali dives into NACHA's enforcement process, examining real rules violation cases and their consequences. The episode unpacks three enforcement cases involving micro-entries to invalid accounts, entries to invalid accounts, and failure to perform annual ACH compliance audits.Joe walks listeners through each case, detailing how financial institutions responded to violations and...
2025-05-2926 minWrestling PaymentsNacha Smackdown Series - Part 2 Unauthorized Cage MatchSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)EPISODE SUMMARY:QUESTIONS ALWAYS WELCOME. jcasali@neach.orgIn this episode of Wrestling Payments, host Joseph Casali continues his three-part NACHA SmackDown series, taking listeners inside the high-stakes world of ACH rules violations. Through compelling real-world cases, Joseph reveals the consequences when financial institutions fail to follow proper authorization procedures.The episode examines Steward Bank's repeated failures to provide valid authorization proof, resulting in escalating fines from warnings to $7,500. Joseph also explores O'Leary Bank's improper SEC code use...
2025-05-2221 minWrestling PaymentsNacha Smackdown Series - Part 1 The Reversal RumbleSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Episode SummaryIn this episode of Wrestling Payments, Joseph Casali launches a three-part "SmackDown Rules Violations in the Ring" series, examining ACH rule violations through wrestling metaphors. He analyzes two critical NACHA case studies that payment professionals should understand to avoid costly compliance mistakes.The first case involves Glenn Transportation's unauthorized $50,000 reversal attempt against KJN Storage, earning them a warning letter as a first-time offender. The second, more severe case examines a complex arrangement between Macklan Development, Workforce Assist, and...
2025-05-1419 minWrestling PaymentsBuilding Your Payment Story: Are You the Hero or the Guide?Send us a text. (email us if you need a response)EPISODE SUMMARYIn this episode of Wrestling Payments, host Joseph Casali draws surprising parallels between professional wrestling and the evolution of payment systems. After watching WrestleMania 41, he experienced an "aha moment" recognizing that successful payment transformations follow the same narrative structure as compelling wrestling storylines.The episode explores Donald Miller's StoryBrand framework, breaking down how every story, including payment innovations like check conversion to ACH and the digital transformation journey, features a character who faces challenges and needs guidance to...
2025-05-0719 minWrestling PaymentsGuardrails For The Fintech FastLaneSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)EPISODE SUMMARYIn this episode of Wrestling Payments, host Joe Casali sits down with Travis Dulaney, CEO and Co-founder of BalancedTrust, to unpack the ongoing friction between fintech startups and their bank partners. From missing compliance standards to misunderstandings around regulatory risk, Travis explains why so many good ideas hit a wall.Travis shares lessons from his time launching and selling PayFi, where inconsistent feedback from sponsor banks highlighted a significant problem: no standard process for compliance approval. That frustration...
2025-05-0239 minWrestling PaymentsBeyond Credit: Sean Carter on Reframing Exposure Limits in PaymentsSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)EPISODE SUMMARYThis episode of Wrestling Payments tackles the critical topic of exposure limits in modern payments. Host Joe Casali and guest Sean Carter, President & CEO of Neach Payments Group, dissect an article by Jordan Bennett of Nacha, which focuses on payment modernization and digital transformation. Sean highlights a common misconception: viewing exposure limits solely through the lens of credit risk. He argues for a broader perspective, emphasizing operational risks like account takeovers and business email compromise.Sean explains how current...
2025-04-2428 minWrestling PaymentsFraud Trends from an FI to Law Enforcement (The Lost Tapes)Send us a text. (email us if you need a response)EPISODE SUMMARYIt happens to the best of us. This session was recorded last year, but got lost in the shuffle. It may be a crime as the interview was with law enforcement and a member financial institution (at the time) on the topic of fraud... the show notes below.In this episode of Wrestling Payments, host Joe Casali engages in an insightful discussion with Matthew Hogan, CAMS, a detective with the Connecticut State Police and a Task Force Officer with...
2025-04-1621 minWrestling PaymentsPay-By-Bank, Not What You Think It Is!Send us a text. (email us if you need a response)EPISODE SUMMARY Sarah Stapp, Chief Commercial Officer at Aeropay, joins Joseph Casali to discuss the evolving payments landscape, focusing on Pay by Bank. Sarah shares her unique journey into fintech, from Craigslist job ads to leading global expansion at Braintree, and dives into ACH rails and real-time payments. Why Pay by Bank Matters: It offers fast, secure payment options directly from bank accounts, bypassing card networks. Sarah highlights how RTP and FedNow are shaping user expectations around speed an...
2025-04-0936 min
Stornoway Free Church of Scotland - SermonsCha Mhillear Idir Neach Dhiubh SiudCha Mhillear Idir Neach Dhiubh SiudPreacher: Mr Murdo MartinDate: 3rd April 2025Passage: Psalm 34:1-22
2025-04-0343 minWrestling PaymentsMarch Top 3Send us a text. (email us if you need a response)Episode SummaryIn this episode of Wrestling Payments, host Joseph Casali breaks down three timely developments in the payments world. First, he tackles the slow adoption of faster payments among smaller financial institutions. Despite strong growth in RTP and FedNow, integration costs and a lack of clear pricing models continue to hold many back.Next, Joe explores Square’s move to offer consumer loans through Cash App. With FDIC approval in hand, Square—under its parent company Block—is entering the cr...
2025-04-0223 minWrestling PaymentsCompliance Cage Match: Electronic Payments v Project 2025Send us a text. (email us if you need a response)In this episode of Wrestling Payments, host Joseph Casali unpacks Project 2025 and its potential impact on banking regulations, community banks, and credit unions. The discussion focuses on regulatory shifts, compliance adjustments, and how financial institutions should prepare for possible changes in payment systems, digital assets, and risk management. While details remain uncertain, the conversation highlights key areas that could see significant updates, including FFIEC guidance and financial technology regulations.Joe explores how Project 2025’s goal of reducing federal regulations may conflict with ne...
2025-03-1019 minWrestling PaymentsExploring Positive PaySend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Check fraud is skyrocketing, and financial institutions are scrambling to keep up. In this episode of Wrestling Payments, host Joseph Casali sits down with Sean Carter, President & CEO of NPG, to unpack why fraudsters are winning—and how banks and businesses can fight back. Carter explains the alarming rise in fraudulent checks, the organized crime networks behind them, and why simply “not writing checks” isn’t a realistic solution for many businesses.The conversation dives into Positive Pay, a tool designed to prevent check fraud be...
2025-02-2036 minWrestling PaymentsSpinning Plates of EfficiencySend us a text. (email us if you need a response)In this episode of Wrestling Payments, host Joe Casali uses a unique metaphor—the spinning plates act from the Ed Sullivan Show—to explore the complexities of compliance, risk management, and operational efficiency in financial institutions. He shares insights into how organizations must continuously monitor and adjust their processes to stay in alignment with evolving regulations, emphasizing that compliance is not optional but a foundational part of doing business.Joe examines high-profile cases, including Robinhood’s $30 million fine and Cash App’s $175 million penalty, to illus...
2025-02-0515 minWrestling PaymentsHow FinTech, Fraud, and Regulation Are Shaping PaymentsSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Episode SummaryJoin us for this final episode of season 2. In this episode of Wrestling Payments, host Joseph Casali is joined by Sean Carter, President & CEO of NEACH, and Mary Mumper-Morrison, NEACH’s Education Director, for an insightful discussion on the evolving landscape of payments. The trio dives into the significant changes from 2024, including NEACH rule updates and the growing adoption of AI in financial systems. They reflect on the year’s challenges and how fraud has escalated, demanding innovative responses from the indus...
2025-01-2049 minWrestling PaymentsPost Election Politics and Payments: A Look AheadSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Welcome to another episode of Wrestling Payments.In this episode of Wrestling Payments, Joe Casali speaks with Bill Sullivan, Associate Managing Director for Government and Industry Relations at Nacha, about the post-election political landscape and its implications for the payments industry. Bill analyzes the Republican control of the Senate, House, and Presidency, noting the unusual opportunity despite the narrow margins. He focuses on changes in the Senate Banking committee leadership, highlighting Tim Scott's likely ascension to majority leader. This creates a noteworthy dynamic with...
2024-12-1945 minWrestling PaymentsISO 20022 & Smart Instant PaymentsSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)EPISODE SUMMARYIn this episode of Wrestling Payments, host Joseph Casil talks with Steve Wasserman from Photon Commerce about the growing importance of ISO 20022 and its impact on the global payments landscape. Wasserman delves into how this emerging standard is transforming instant payments and financial messaging by providing a more structured and data-rich approach to payment transactions.Wasserman explains the benefits of ISO 20022, including its ability to support more detailed payment information and enable faster, automated processing. He highlights how this...
2024-10-1046 minWrestling PaymentsNEACH Responds to Federal Reserve System ChangeSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)EPISODE SUMMARYThe U.S. payment system stands on the verge of a monumental shift. The Federal Reserve is proposing 24/7 operations for the National Net Settlement System (NSS), the backbone of payment finality. This means no more "lights out" on weekends; wires, ACH, and other payment types could flow around the clock.In this episode of Wrestling Payments, Joe Casali wrestles with this complex topic alongside Sean Carter, President & CEO of NEACH. Sean acknowledges the upsides: reduced settlement...
2024-09-2628 minWrestling PaymentsTime for A New Approach to Scam PreventionSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)[Podcasters note: In this episode we show our real passions for payments and appear not as CEO & EVP, but more as "two guys from Boston" as we tackle the alarming rise of scams and financial fraud.]Joe Casali and guest Sean Carter, President & CEO of NEACH, dissect the recent "Chase Bank Glitch" where individuals fell prey to check kiting schemes. They discuss the importance of financial literacy, especially among younger generations, to combat scams that fund harmful activities like human trafficking.
2024-09-1337 min
Payments NerdsNEACH’s Wrestling Payments Special Episode on Payments NerdsJoe Casali, host of NEACH’s Wrestling Payments podcast, joins the show to discuss what he has learned about current instant payments trends while recording his podcast, and previews his interview with Rusiru Gunasena, SVP of RTP® Product Management at The Clearing House. Rusiru joined the Wrestling Payments Podcast earlier this month to discuss the RTP networks growth, how instant payments meet customers’ expectations for real-time interactions, and why they should be part of a financial institution’s customer-centric strategy. Listen to the full Wrestling Payments episode here on Payments Nerds, and don’t forget to subscribe to Payments Nerds and...
2024-08-2944 minWrestling PaymentsRTP - Wrestling with MilestonesSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Episode SummaryIn this episode of Wrestling Payments, host Joe Casali from NEACH sits down with Rusiru Gunasena, the head of the RTP network at The Clearing House, to dive into the evolution and current state of real-time payments in the U.S. Rusiru highlights the journey of RTP since its launch in 2017, emphasizing its growth and the increasing adoption among financial institutions. He shares insights on the network’s milestones, including handling billion-dollar days and expanding its reach to ov...
2024-08-2431 minWrestling PaymentsOnboarding FedNow with the Payments ProfessorSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)EPISODE SUMMARYIn the latest episode of Wrestling Payments, host Joe Casali is joined by Kevin Olsen, the Senior Vice President of Innovation and Strategy at Pidgin. They dive into the intricacies of onboarding the FedNow payment system, emphasizing the challenges and strategies involved. Olsen highlights the essential steps for a successful onboarding process, including the importance of knowing one's OAL (Officer Authorized List) and the significance of thorough testing to ensure a seamless transition. The conversation touches on the rapid adoption of...
2024-08-0822 minWrestling PaymentsThe Next Level in Instant Payments Roll OutSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Welcome to another episode of Wrestling Payments. In this episode of Wrestling Payments, host Joe Casali dives into the transformative world of faster payments, focusing on the development and implementation of instant payment systems in the U.S. and globally. Casali discusses the journey from traditional ACH payments to the more advanced Real-Time Payments (RTP) and FedNow systems, highlighting the technological advancements and the growing adoption of these faster payment methods.Joe explains the benefits and challenges of implementing faster payments, emphasizing...
2024-07-3128 minWrestling PaymentsThird-Party Relationships - an UpdateSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)In this episode of "Wrestling Payments," host Joe Casali welcomes back Nanci McKenzie for a follow-up discussion on third-party relationships within the financial industry. Nanci, an independent consultant with extensive credentials in banking and risk management, shares insights from her session at PMC 2024. She emphasizes the evolving nature of third-party relationships, particularly the regulatory changes and guidance updates from agencies like the OCC, FDIC, and the Federal Reserve Board of Governors.Nanci and Joe dive into the specifics of interagency guidance approved in 2023, which...
2024-07-2425 minWrestling PaymentsInternational Payments Alliance Meeting Part 2Send us a text. (email us if you need a response)In this episode of Wrestling Payments, Joe Casali and Kevin Olsen continue their discussion from the International Payments Alliance meeting by Nacha, diving into various topics surrounding payment systems and regulations. They start by addressing the move in Germany to eliminate checks and explore how the reduction of paper transactions could simplify banking systems. Kevin points out that while checks have been a long-standing payment method, most use cases for checks can be replaced by instant or recurring payments, except for scenarios where checks...
2024-07-1734 minWrestling PaymentsInternational Payments Alliance Meeting Part 1Send us a text. (email us if you need a response)In this episode of "Wrestling Payments," host Joe Casali sits down with Kevin Olsen, also known as the "Payments Professor." The discussion kicks off with Kevin's signature introduction and his enthusiasm for making payments engaging. They delve into their experiences at the Nacha Payments Alliance international meeting in Berlin, where both were deeply impressed by the city's historical significance and the intense professionalism of its business community. Kevin shares his personal experiences of exploring Berlin with his son, highlighting the city's rich history and its mix...
2024-07-0528 minWrestling PaymentsElder Financial Abuse: Insights and Solutions with Guests Andrea Higgens and Patty PrestaSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Today, June 15, is National Elder Abuse Awareness Day. The Wrestling Payments podcast was started to discuss "wrestling" with payment topics. Topics like technology implementation and AI, but perhaps we've become so numb to the problems of Elder Financial Abuse and Human Trafficking, that the issues have faded into the background. I ask the Industry, how can we do better?In this episode of Wrestling Payments, Joe Casali talks with Andrea Higgens, a Criminal Elder Abuse Investigator from the San Mateo County District...
2024-06-1527 minWrestling PaymentsDefending Against Financial Fraud with ACH AlertSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Episode SummaryIn this episode of Wrestling Payments, host Joe Casali sits down with Jaime Shapiro Berg from Alkami - ACH Alert to discuss the rapidly changing payments landscape and the critical role of fraud prevention. Jaime shares her extensive career journey, from starting in treasury management at KeyBank to her current role at Alkami, emphasizing the importance of adapting to new technologies and staying ahead of fraudsters.The conversation highlights the innovative Positive Pay & ACH Reporting solutions provided by Alkami t...
2024-06-0537 minWrestling PaymentsAI and Small Business: Tips from Joe CasaliSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Episode SummaryIn this episode of "Wrestling Payments," host Joe Casali dives into the details of National Small Business Week. He emphasizes the importance of utilizing available resources, such as the SBA’s virtual summit and educational programs, to help small businesses thrive. Joe highlights key sessions on AI, cybersecurity, and marketing strategies that are crucial for business growth and stability in today’s dynamic environment. Joe also discusses the practical aspects of running a small busin...
2024-05-3018 minWrestling PaymentsFrom Laws to Liability: Mastering Government Payment ProcessesSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Episode SummaryIn this episode of "Wrestling Payments," Joseph Casali dives into the often-misunderstood realm of government benefit payments and their reclamation process. Highlighting a new course he's developed; Joe explains the crucial difference between the Nacha Rules and those dictated by government agencies when a beneficiary passes away. His insights illuminate the complex interactions between the law, the "Green Book" guidelines, and real-world banking practices, emphasizing the practical implications for those managing such funds. Joe also introduces the c...
2024-05-1612 minWrestling PaymentsWrestling with ChangeSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Episode SummaryIn this episode of Wrestling Payments, Joe Casali sits down with Charlie Kelly from Remedy Consulting. They dive into the evolving landscape of payment systems. Charlie shares insights from his vast experience, focusing on core conversions, contract negotiations, and the challenges community banks and credit unions face. Charlie emphasizes the importance of navigating the complexities of payment system upgrades. He highlights how Remedy Consulting aids institutions in understanding their core provider's language and the b...
2024-04-2520 minWrestling PaymentsPatty Presta Talks Payments and Protecting the VulnerableSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Episode SummaryWelcome to our 25 Episode. Before we get to the official description, this was such an enjoyable episode to record and catch up with an old "Ring" veteran. What started out as a catch-up session, turned into an amazing valuable episode, check below for some resource links.In this episode of Wrestling Payments, host Joe Casali welcomes Patty Presta, AAP, NCP, the Director of Education at NEACH. Patty shares her unique journey from aspiring to be a nurse...
2024-04-1829 minWrestling PaymentsWrestling with ExecutivesSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Episode SummaryIn this episode of Wrestling Payments, host Joe Casali dives into the complexities of the modern banking sector, focusing on the dynamic between risk management and innovation. Joe, an expert in the field, shares insights on how banks are adapting to regulatory changes and the increasing importance of cybersecurity.The conversation shifts towards the challenges and opportunities presented by digital payments and consumer protection. Joe emphasizes the need for banks to evolve while ensuring customer safety...
2024-04-1120 minWrestling PaymentsCritical Nacha Rule ChangesSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Episode SummaryIn this episode of Wrestling Payments, host Joe Casali talks with Sean Carter, President & CEO at NEACH, about the significant changes in ACH rules. They dive into the recent ballots passed with over 93% approval, focusing on the new risk management framework. This framework aims to protect the payment network from fraud, a challenge all payment systems currently face. Carter emphasizes the collective effort required to combat fraud, highlighting that the changes affect not just one party but all...
2024-04-0529 minWrestling PaymentsBack to the Fintech GymSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Episode SummaryIn this episode of Wrestling Payments, Joe Casali shares insights from the MIT Fintech Conference, focusing on the rapid evolution of fintech. He discusses how artificial intelligence and blockchain technology are driving change in the payments industry. Joe also highlights the importance of navigating regulatory landscapes to foster innovation while ensuring security and trust. The conversation shifts to the impact of digital currencies and payment platforms on traditional banking systems. Joe emphasizes the need f...
2024-03-2124 minWrestling PaymentsWrestling with PrioritiesSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Episode SummaryIn this episode of Wrestling Payments, host Joe Casali engages with the intricate world of payment systems. He dives into the evolving landscape, highlighting the shift towards faster and more secure transactions. Joe sheds light on the technological advancements driving change, from blockchain to AI, emphasizing their impact on both consumers and financial institutions.Primarily, this episode reports on the responses to our listeners responses of the areas of interest they would like to hear more...
2024-03-1410 minWrestling PaymentsWrestling with Entrepreneurs - TilledSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Tilled, to discuss the evolving world of payment processing. Caleb shares his journey from door-to-door sales to pioneering innovative payment solutions. He reflects on the complexities of the industry, highlighting the nuances of competing and partnering within the same space. Caleb dives into the intricacies of payment facilitation, explaining how companies like Stripe and Square have revolutionized the field. He emphasizes the role of software-led payments in reshaping the industry, offering a glimpse into the future of payment processing. His insights reveal h...
2024-02-0829 minWrestling PaymentsCrowdsourcing Your OpinionSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Episode SummaryIn the Season 1 Finale show of Wrestling Payments, Joe Casali delves into the dynamic world of financial technology and seeks audience input or crowdsourcing of the critical issues for 2024. Joe discusses a list of important, interesting and pressing issues with a request of the audience suggest how the Association should direct resources and energy in 2024.The episode closes with a call to action for listeners to participate in shaping the future content o...
2024-01-0917 minWrestling PaymentsStorytime - Wrestling with ProblemsSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Episode SummaryIn this insightful episode of Wrestling Payments, Joe Casali dives deep into the complexities and challenges of payment operations. He emphasizes the critical role of problem-solving in the industry, highlighting how essential it is for professionals to understand the rules and mechanisms of different payment systems. Joe narrates a real-life story, maintaining anonymity, to illustrate the intricate process of payments, particularly focusing on the Real-Time Payments (RTP) system. Joe begins by explaining the fundamental f...
2023-12-1424 minWrestling PaymentsWrestling with Third-Party SendersSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Episode SummaryIn the latest episode of Wrestling Payments, host Joe Casali and guests Dennis Walker and Stephen Dillon engage in a candid conversation about the complex world of third-party sender relationships in the realm of banking and ACH payments. Drawing from their extensive experience in the industry, Dennis and Stephen share valuable insights and practical wisdom that can help financial institutions navigate this intricate landscape effectively.The discussion kicks off with an exploration of the key factors that define...
2023-12-0741 minWrestling PaymentsOpening Matches - What's in the NewsSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Welcome to another episode of Wrestling Payments. In this episode of Wrestling Payments, host Joe Casali delves into the evolving landscape of real-time payments. He highlights the recent developments at The Clearing House, emphasizing the organization's efforts to enhance transaction speeds. Casali also discusses the integration of new hires in the payment industry, underscoring their role in bringing fresh perspectives and innovative approaches to traditional financial systems.The conversation shifts to regulatory changes, focusing on the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB) new...
2023-11-3016 minWrestling PaymentsUnlocking Career Growth in Payments with NEACH USend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Episode SummaryIn this episode of Wrestling Payments, host Joe Casali sits down with Mark Dixon, the Vice President of Education at NEACH. Mark dives into his journey in the banking and payment sector, highlighting his passion for the industry and the intersections of technology, disruption, and the future of banking. He emphasizes the importance of payments in various business sectors and the excitement of navigating the ever-evolving landscape. Mark introduces "NEACH U," a reimagined educational platform designed to c...
2023-10-1927 minWrestling PaymentsRisk Management in PaymentsSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Episode SummaryIn this episode, Joe Casali sits down with Sean Carter, the top man at Neach Payments Group. They dive deep into the world of risk management in payments. Sean emphasizes the power of interpersonal skills and the value of curiosity in the industry.The talk shifts to the intricate dance between Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and Strategic Risk Management (SRM). Both play pivotal roles in shaping the future of payments. Sean shares insights on how...
2023-09-0627 minWrestling PaymentsSomething Payment Ops needs to Know About ISO 20022Send us a text. (email us if you need a response)In this episode, Joe Casali from NEACH dives deep into the world of ISO 20022, the international standard for payments messaging. While ISO 20022 might be a fresh face in the US, its significance can't be understated. Drawing a unique parallel, Joe likens the fervor for ISO 20022 to that of a "mark" in wrestling - someone deeply passionate and invested in the industry's narratives. As the conversation unfolds, it's clear: Joe is all in on ISO 20022, seeing its potential to reshape the payments landscape....
2023-08-2316 minWrestling PaymentsInstant Payments Strategic Dilemma with The Payments ProfessorSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)In this episode of Wrestling Payments, host Joe Casali sits down with Kevin Olsen, the Payments Professor. Kevin shares his unexpected journey into the payments field, sparked by a job loss during the dot-com bubble. His path led him to become a leader in the industry, teaching others about the intricacies of electronic payments. The conversation shifts to the creation of Kevin's podcast, the Payments Podium. Kevin reveals how a casual comment from a colleague led him to start recording his discussions a...
2023-08-1629 minWrestling PaymentsInstant Payment Conspiracy Theories EpisodeSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Episode SummaryIn this episode of Wrestling Payments, host Joe Casali, along with guests Sean Carter and Mark Dixon from NEACH, dive into the world of payment systems. They tackle the pressing issues of misinformation and conspiracy theories in the payment industry. Carter, NEACH's president, views these as outside interference, while Dixon, Vice President of Education, sees them as a pulse of public sentiment.The trio also discusses the concept of banking as a service, the role of financial institutions in...
2023-08-0939 minWrestling PaymentsWrestling with ACH Originators with Nanci McKenzie and James RoweSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Episode SummaryIn this episode of Wrestling Payments, host Joe Casali welcomes Nanci McKenzie and James Rowe from Affirmative Technology. They dive into the challenges of creating a risk rating for originators in the payments industry.The conversation highlights the importance of risk management in financial institutions. Nanci and James discuss the need for automated solutions to handle the increasing volume of transactions. They emphasize that manual methods and spreadsheets are no longer sufficient. The discussion also touches on the role...
2023-07-2639 minWrestling PaymentsA New Look at Innovation with Linda CooperSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Episode SummaryIt's hard to imagine life without a smartphone, as it has integrated into every aspect of our personal and professional lives. Let's take a look at banking. No one writes checks anymore. Instead, we use mobile banking apps; even our credit and debit cards are tap-and-go or tap-to-pay. We understand it's all technology-driven, often forgetting that there have always been, and probably will always be, people behind all these solutions. In this episode of Wrestling Payments, Linda C...
2023-06-1428 minWrestling PaymentsSPECIAL BONUS EPISODE 03: Nanci McKenzie on Risk Management in Payment ProcessingSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)This is the third and final episode that was recorded live at the Annual Payments Management Conference, this year NEACH celebrated its 50th Anniversary. The last but definitely not the least. we could have easily kept talking about risk and payments.Episode SummaryIn this episode of Wrestling Payments, host Joe Casali engages in a rich conversation with Nanci McKenzie, Executive Vice President of Compliance and Product Strategy at Affirmative Technologies. Nanci shares her extensive experience in the payments industry...
2023-06-1138 minWrestling PaymentsSPECIAL BONUS EPISODE 02: Fireside Chat with Peter TaplingSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)This episode was recorded live at the Annual Payments Management Conference, this year NEACH celebrated its 50th Anniversary.Episode SummaryIn this episode of Wrestling Payments, host Joe Casali sits down with Peter Tapling from PTAP Advisory, LLC. They dive into the world of payments, discussing the importance of continuous learning in the face of constant innovation. Peter emphasizes the need to understand how new faster payment methods can be applied to existing work processes, encouraging listeners to...
2023-06-1121 minWrestling PaymentsSPECIAL BONUS EPISODE 01: Jordan Bennett on ACH Risk Management EvolutionSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Episode SummaryThis episode was recorded live at the Annual Payments Management Conference, this year NEACH celebrated its 50th Anniversary.In this episode of Wrestling Payments, host Joe Casali welcomes Jordan Bennett from Nacha to delve into the intricacies of risk management for ACH payments. They discuss the evolving role of the Risk Management Advisory Group and how it aids financial institutions in mitigating risks on the ACH network. In addition, Jordan shares insights the current Nacha Request for Comment on...
2023-06-0830 minWrestling PaymentsProposed Rules Changes That Could Change the ACH ForeverSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Episode SummaryIn this episode, our host delves into the timely topic of ACH's proposed rule changes with guest expert, Sean Carter. The conversation digs into the specifics, including the revised rules around defining entries as ‘PURCHASE’ or 'PAYROLL'. They discuss the implications these modifications could have on the e-commerce and payroll sectors, while acknowledging the necessity of such standardization for seamless data analysis.The dialogue gets particularly thought-provoking when the discussion shifts towards the potential challenges presented by the proposed stan...
2023-05-3132 minWrestling PaymentsExamining "The New Role of Operations" in PaymentsSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Episode SummaryThe COVID-19 pandemic spurred innovation and modernization across different businesses and industries, and banking is one of the fields that had no choice but to keep up. However, innovation is an ongoing process that requires leveraging both new and existing resources effectively.In this episode of the Wrestling Payments podcast, our host Joe Casali welcomes Linda Cooper, the VP & senior operations manager at Gorham Savings Bank. They talk about the ways to optimize processes and better leverage existing resources...
2023-05-1626 minWrestling PaymentsIntroducing FedNow in New England and How the System Will Affect FIs' Instant Payment StrategiesSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)How the Finance Industry Is Adopting Instant PaymentsIntroducing FedNow in New England and How the System Will Affect the Instant Payment Strategies of FIsNEACH Survey: Are FIs in an Either-Or Situation With RTP and FedNow?Episode SummaryNEACH recently conducted a survey with 145 participants about how the finance industry is adopting instant payments in New England. The respondents answered questions about available instant payment solutions and how they affect their strategy. In this episode of Wrestling Payments, ho...
2023-05-0320 minWrestling PaymentsHow to Manage Notifications of ChangeSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)How to Manage ACH Notifications of Change With Joe Casali of NEACH Joe Casali of NEACH on Educating Staff on the Importance of Properly Fixing NOCs Joe Casali of NEACH: Three Tips on How to Avoid Unpleasant Scenarios Caused by Neglecting Notifications of ChangeEpisode SummaryWelcome to another episode of Wrestling Payments. We dedicate this session to Notifications of Change (NOCs), or as many refer to them, No One Cares. In this episode, our host Joe Casali shares three cases wh...
2023-05-0324 minWrestling PaymentsWhy you should listen to the Wrestling Payments podcastSend us a text. (email us if you need a response)Welcome to the first episode of Wrestling Payments by NEACH, a member-based payment association for financial institutions in other organizations supplying payment-related services. NEACH is a recognized and licensed ACH education, publications, and support provider. In the show's first episode, we are joined by Sean Carter, the president & CEO, and Sandy Ortins, the SVP of Operations, at NEACH. Sean and Sandy reveal why they decided to start a podcast, who it is for, the issues they will tackle, the guest list, and how they c...
2023-03-2826 min
Cotorreando con DooviusEP 23 | Daniela Neach | Cotorreando con DooviusElla es mi invitada del día de hoy, ella es Daniela Neach, ella es actriz de teatro y doblaje, además de ser talentosísima para la locución comercial y el canto, también es mujer fitness y emprendedora, te va a gustar este cotorreo que hicimos.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/doovius/message
2022-01-2052 min
Stories With TractionThe Picture of a CEOSHOW NOTES: In this episode, I have a fascinating conversation with Sean Carter, the President, and CEO of NEACH. Not only do we talk about his story and business, but we talk about what it actually means to be a CEO. Unfortunately, Hollywood, our culture, and even business schools get the true picture of what it means to be a business leader wrong. In this episode, Sean explains. Enjoy! You can learn more about Sean and NEACH here:Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-carter-aap-ncp-ba87104/Group LinkedIn Page: https://www.link...
2022-01-0341 min
Cotorreando con DooviusDaniela Neach | Cotorreando con DooviusElla es mi invitada del día de hoy, ella es daniela neach, ella es actriz de teatro y doblaje, además de ser talentosísima para la locución comercial y el canto, también es mujer finess y emprendedora, te va a gustar este cotorreo que hicimos.
2021-09-0152 min
Robert Sherriff 'Australian' Author-Poet-Actor-Model-Singer/songwriterRobert Sherriff – bàrd – ùghdar – seinneadair-cleasaiche – modail – Neach-eachdraidhThis episode is also available as a blog post: https://robertsherriffaustralianauthorpoetactormodel.wordpress.com/2021/07/07/robert-sherriff-bard-ughdar-seinneadair-cleasaiche-modail-neach-eachdraidh/--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/robert-lloyd-sherriff/message
2021-07-0707 min
Dùthchas is Anarcachas ann an Ceanndachaidh / Folk-culture and Anarchism in KentuckyCòmhradh còmhla ris an Ollamh Ben Ó Ceallaigh / A conversation with Doctor Ben Ó CeallaighSan eapasod seo, bhruidhinn Àdhamh agus an t-Ollamh Ben Ó Ceallaigh – anarcaiche, agus neach-labhairt is neach-rannsachaidh na Gàidhlig, Gàidhlig na h-Èireann, Gàidhlig Mhanainn, Cuimris agus Curdais – mu dheidhinn nan ceanglaichean eadar anarcachas, ana-chalpachas, mion-chànanan, aithne nan Gàidheal. Bha coltas caran air chall air Àdhamh nuair a chuir Ben ceist thuige air a’ chuspair mu dheireadh sin (tha esan cleachte ri na ceistean a dh’fhaighneachd, an àite de fhreagairt!), ach, às dèidh smaointinn air, tha am beachd aige a-nis gur e tuath fa leth a th'anns na Gàidheil, agus nach eil duine na Ghàidheal ann an d...
2021-04-2542 min
Off the Rails from the U.S. Faster Payments Council - FPC24 Mar 2021 Joe Casali from NEACH on financial institutions, fintechs, banking as a serviceFPC Executive Director Reed Luhtanen goes Off the Rails with Joe Casali from NEACH. They discuss the evolution of faster payments, potential threats to traditional financial payments from Fintech and banking as a service, and the GOAT status of one Tom Brady.
2021-03-2427 min
Beag air BheagEpisode 9Presenter John Urquhart guides learners through the intricacies of the Gaelic language, dialects, idioms and sayings. In this week's programme, Catriona Murray introduces beginners to some conversational Gaelic and Linda Macleod shares common phrases and vocabulary that can be used in everyday situations. More advanced learners can benefit from grammar advice from resident expert Dr Michel Byrne and a look at some of the vocabulary and useful phrases that appear in a recent Gaelic news story. Also in this week’s programme, Ishbel Murray chats to Ruth McAlpine who shares her experience of learning Gaelic. A bheil si...
2020-08-1054 minBeag air BheagEpisode 8Presenter John Urquhart guides learners through the intricacies of the Gaelic language, dialects, idioms and sayings. In this week's programme, Catriona Murray introduces beginners to some conversational Gaelic and Linda Macleod shares common phrases and vocabulary that can be used in everyday situations. More advanced learners can benefit from grammar advice from resident expert Dr Michel Byrne and a look at some of the vocabulary and useful phrases that appear in a recent Gaelic news story. Also in this week’s programme, Ishbel Murray chats to Karrie Prescott who shares her experience of learning Gaelic. A bheil si...
2020-08-0354 minBeag air BheagEpisode 7Presenter John Urquhart guides learners through the intricacies of the Gaelic language, dialects, idioms and sayings. In this week's programme, Catriona Murray introduces beginners to some conversational Gaelic and Linda Macleod shares common phrases and vocabulary that can be used in everyday situations. More advanced learners can benefit from grammar advice from resident expert Dr Michel Byrne and a look at some of the vocabulary and useful phrases that appear in a recent Gaelic news story. Also in this week’s programme, Ishbel Murray chats to Keith Mackenzie who shares his experience of learning Gaelic. A bheil si...
2020-07-2753 minBeag air BheagEpisode 6Presenter John Urquhart guides learners through the intricacies of the Gaelic language, dialects, idioms and sayings. In this week's programme, Catriona Murray introduces beginners to some conversational Gaelic and Linda Macleod shares common phrases and vocabulary that can be used in everyday situations. More advanced learners can benefit from grammar advice from resident expert Dr Michel Byrne and a look at some of the vocabulary and useful phrases that appear in a recent Gaelic news story. Also in this week’s programme, Ishbel Murray chats to Jenny Macleod who shares her experience of learning Gaelic. A bheil si...
2020-07-2055 minBeag air BheagEpisode 5Presenter John Urquhart guides learners through the intricacies of the Gaelic language, dialects, idioms and sayings. In this week's programme, Catriona Murray introduces beginners to some conversational Gaelic and Linda Macleod shares common phrases and vocabulary that can be used in everyday situations. More advanced learners can benefit from grammar advice from resident expert Dr Michel Byrne and a look at some of the vocabulary and useful phrases that appear in a recent Gaelic news story. Also in this week’s programme, Ishbel Murray chats to Christopher Oates from Edinburgh, who shares his experience of learning Gaelic. A...
2020-07-1356 minBeag air BheagEpisode 4Presenter John Urquhart guides learners through the intricacies of the Gaelic language, dialects, idioms and sayings. In this week's programme, Catriona Murray introduces beginners to some conversational Gaelic and Linda Macleod shares common phrases and vocabulary that can be used in everyday situations. More advanced learners can benefit from grammar advice from resident expert Dr Michel Byrne, as well as an insight into some of the vocabulary and useful phrases that can be heard in a recent Gaelic news story. Also in this week’s programme, Ishbel Murray chats to student Michelle Otto, who shares her experience of learning Ga...
2020-07-0655 min
Hasta la dieta, baby!Ep. 45 - El bienestar detrás de cámaras (Dani Neach)Las actividades de nuestro día a día comúnmente nos llevan a descuidar nuestros hábitos saludables. Esto le sucede a los artistas, bailarines, músicos y cantantes, como nuestra invitada hoy Daniela Neach @danineach... y a millones de personas que viven "con el tiempo encima". Escucha esta entrevista y conoce cómo sí es posible llevar un balance y disfrutarlo![@montseortizoficial] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-06-2938 minBeag air BheagEpisode 3Presenter John Urquhart guides learners through the intricacies of the Gaelic language, dialects, idioms and sayings. In this week's programme, Catriona Murray introduces beginners to some conversational Gaelic and Linda Macleod shares common phrases and vocabulary that can be used in everyday situations. More advanced learners can benefit from grammar advice from resident expert Dr Michel Byrne as well as an insight into some of the vocabulary and useful phrases that can be heard in a recent Gaelic news story. Also in this week’s programme, Ishbel Murray chats to Lewisman Colin Mackenzie, who shares his experience of learning Ga...
2020-06-2955 minBeag air BheagEpisode 2Presenter John Urquhart guides learners through the intricacies of the Gaelic language, dialects, idioms and sayings. In this week's programme, Catriona Murray introduces beginners to some conversational Gaelic and Linda Macleod shares common phrases and vocabulary that can be used in everyday situations. More advanced learners can benefit from grammar advice from resident expert Dr Michel Byrne and a look at some of the vocabulary and useful phrases that appear in a recent Gaelic news story. Also in this week’s programme, Ishbel Murray chats to Gillian Mucklow, who shares her experience of learning Gaelic. A bheil si...
2020-06-2454 minBeag air BheagEpisode 1Presenter John Urquhart guides learners through the intricacies of the Gaelic language, dialects, idioms and sayings. In this week's programme, Catriona Murray introduces beginners to some conversational Gaelic and Linda Macleod shares common phrases and vocabulary that can be used in everyday situations. More advanced learners can benefit from grammar advice from resident expert Dr Michel Byrne and a look at some of the vocabulary and useful phrases that appear in a recent Gaelic news story. Also in this week’s programme, Ishbel Murray chats to Kevin Leetion, who shares his experience of learning Gaelic. A bheil si...
2020-06-1554 minBeag air BheagEpisode 8Presenter John Urquhart guides learners through the intricacies of the Gaelic language, dialects, idioms and sayings. In this week’s programme John shares clips from some of the BBC’s Gaelic output which he uses to illustrate some of the complexities of the language, grammar help is on hand from resident expert Dr Michel Byrne and Ishbel Murray meets a learner who shares their experience of learning Gaelic. A bheil sibh ag ionnsachadh Gàidhlig? A bheil sibh feumach air misneachd gus ur Gàidhlig a chleachdadh? Ma tha, 's ann dhuibhse a tha Beag air Bheag, sreath...
2019-12-0156 minBeag air BheagEpisode 7Presenter John Urquhart guides learners through the intricacies of the Gaelic language, dialects, idioms and sayings. In this week’s programme John shares clips from some of the BBC’s Gaelic output which he uses to illustrate some of the complexities of the language, grammar help is on hand from resident expert Dr Michel Byrne and Ishbel Murray meets learner of the week Mark Newman who shares his experience of learning Gaelic. A bheil sibh ag ionnsachadh Gàidhlig? A bheil sibh feumach air misneachd gus ur Gàidhlig a chleachdadh? Ma tha, 's ann dhuibhse a tha Be...
2019-11-2457 minBeag air BheagEpisode 6Presenter John Urquhart guides learners through the intricacies of the Gaelic language, dialects, idioms and sayings. In this week’s programme John shares clips from some of the BBC’s Gaelic output which he uses to illustrate some of the complexities of the language, grammar help is on hand from resident expert Dr Michel Byrne and Ishbel Murray meets learner of the week Fionnlagh Morse who shares his experience of learning Gaelic. A bheil sibh ag ionnsachadh Gàidhlig? A bheil sibh feumach air misneachd gus ur Gàidhlig a chleachdadh? Ma tha, 's ann dhuibhse a tha Be...
2019-11-1756 minBeag air BheagEpisode 5Presenter John Urquhart guides learners through the intricacies of the Gaelic language, dialects, idioms and sayings. In this week’s programme John shares clips from some of the BBC’s Gaelic output which he uses to illustrate some of the complexities of the language, grammar help is on hand from resident expert Dr Michel Byrne and Ishbel Murray meets learner of the week Sharon Cooper who shares her experience of learning Gaelic. A bheil sibh ag ionnsachadh Gàidhlig? A bheil sibh feumach air misneachd gus ur Gàidhlig a chleachdadh? Ma tha, 's ann dhuibhse a tha Be...
2019-11-1055 minBeag air BheagEpisode 4Presenter John Urquhart guides learners through the intricacies of the Gaelic language, dialects, idioms and sayings. In this week’s programme John shares clips from some of the BBC’s Gaelic output which he uses to illustrate some of the complexities of the language, grammar help is on hand from resident expert Dr Michel Byrne and Ishbel Murray meets learner of the week Jackie Cotter who shares her experience of learning Gaelic. A bheil sibh ag ionnsachadh Gàidhlig? A bheil sibh feumach air misneachd gus ur Gàidhlig a chleachdadh? Ma tha, 's ann dhuibhse a tha Be...
2019-11-0356 minBeag air BheagEpisode 3Presenter John Urquhart guides learners through the intricacies of the Gaelic language, dialects, idioms and sayings. In this week’s programme John shares clips from some of the BBC’s Gaelic output which he uses to illustrate some of the complexities of the language, grammar help is on hand from resident expert Dr Michel Byrne and Ishbel Murray meets learner of the week, Highlander Calum MacColl who shares his experience of learning Gaelic. A bheil sibh ag ionnsachadh Gàidhlig? A bheil sibh feumach air misneachd gus ur Gàidhlig a chleachdadh? Ma tha, 's ann dhuibhse a tha...
2019-10-2757 minBeag air BheagEpisode 2Presenter John Urquhart guides learners through the intricacies of the Gaelic language, dialects, idioms and sayings. In this week’s programme John shares clips from some of the BBC’s Gaelic output which he uses to illustrate some of the complexities of the language, grammar help is on hand from resident expert Dr Michel Byrne and Ishbel Murray meets learner of the week Pauline Watson who shares her experience of learning Gaelic. A bheil sibh ag ionnsachadh Gàidhlig? A bheil sibh feumach air misneachd gus ur Gàidhlig a chleachdadh? Ma tha, 's ann dhuibhse a tha Be...
2019-10-2055 minBeag air BheagEpisode 12Presenter John Urquhart guides learners through the intricacies of the Gaelic language, dialects, idioms and sayings. In this week’s programme John shares clips from some of the BBC’s Gaelic output which he uses to illustrate some of the complexities of the language, grammar help is on hand from resident expert Dr Michel Byrne and Ishbel Murray meets learner of the week, Iain MacInnes who shares his experience of learning Gaelic. The programme also includes Roddy Maclean’s weekly look at Scotland’s Gaelic placenames and a profile of Gaelic singer Joy Dunlop. A bheil sibh ag ionns...
2019-06-041h 09Beag air BheagEpisode 11Presenter John Urquhart guides learners through the intricacies of the Gaelic language, dialects, idioms and sayings. In this week’s programme John shares clips from some of the BBC’s Gaelic output which he uses to illustrate some of the complexities of the language, grammar help is on hand from resident expert Dr Michel Byrne and Ishbel Murray meets learner of the week Joanna Ramsay who shares her experience of learning Gaelic. The programme also includes Roddy Maclean’s weekly look at Scotland’s Gaelic placenames and a profile of Gaelic singer Calum Alec MacMillan. A bheil sibh ag...
2019-06-0456 minBeag air BheagEpisode 10Presenter John Urquhart guides learners through the intricacies of the Gaelic language, dialects, idioms and sayings. In this week’s programme John shares clips from some of the BBC’s Gaelic output which he uses to illustrate some of the complexities of the language, grammar help is on hand from resident expert Dr Michel Byrne and Ishbel Murray meets learner of the week Grant Morrison who shares his experience of learning Gaelic. The programme also includes Roddy Maclean’s weekly look at Scotland’s Gaelic placenames and a profile of Gaelic singer Eilidh Cormack. A bheil sibh ag ionns...
2019-06-0357 minBeag air BheagEpisode 9Presenter John Urquhart guides learners through the intricacies of the Gaelic language, dialects, idioms and sayings. In this week’s programme John shares clips from some of the BBC’s Gaelic output which he uses to illustrate some of the complexities of the language, grammar help is on hand from resident expert Dr Michel Byrne and Ishbel Murray meets learner of the week Iain Buckley who shares his experience of learning Gaelic. The programme also includes Roddy Maclean’s weekly look at Scotland’s Gaelic placenames and a profile of Gaelic singer Margaret MacLeod. A bheil sibh ag ionns...
2019-05-1257 minBeag air BheagEpisode 8Presenter John Urquhart guides learners through the intricacies of the Gaelic language, dialects, idioms and sayings. In this week’s programme John shares clips from some of the BBC’s Gaelic output which he uses to illustrate some of the complexities of the language, grammar help is on hand from resident expert Dr Michel Byrne and Ishbel Murray meets learner of the week Jean Henderson who shares her experience of learning Gaelic. The programme also includes Roddy Maclean’s weekly look at Scotland’s Gaelic placenames and a profile of Gaelic singer James Graham. A bheil sibh ag ionns...
2019-05-0557 min