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The 2000s Chart Show: A 00s Pop Music PodcastA diva-tastic chart feat. Kylie, Mariah, Rachel Stevens and Avril Lavigne (9 Apr 2005)Another huge week on the charts, with 17 new entries. Particularly a big pop music week for lovers of divas and huns, with Kylie Minogue and Rachel Stevens facing off with two songs both produced by the geniuses at Xenomania...but any success Kylie has will be followed by tragedy.Speaking of people who had a tragic few years, Mariah Carey is making her huge comeback this week...but it won't stop her being a huge diva. Elsewhere, Avril Lavigne is flopping, and Lemar is going from strength to strength.This week's episode of The 2000s...2025-04-091h 17
The Rebooting ShowSemafor's Rachel Oppenheim on stakeholder mediaStakeholder media is how a media company can stay influential and build a real business—especially now, when scaled ad models are in a full race to the bottom. Everyone wants to move from passive audiences to active communities. Stakeholder media is a variant. It’s defining features:Elite audiences operating in interconnected, complex ecosystemsFocused media, intentionally not for everyoneAbility to convene stakeholders with the brand as glueBusiness model geared to long term relationships vs transactionsRachel Openheim, CRO of Semafor, discussed with me how Semafor is centering its business on stakeholder media, and why that move...2025-04-0155 min
Autistically Unapologetic with Devin MorrisseyEpisode 20: Redefining Beauty, The Autistic WayOn this episode of Autistically Unapologetic with Devin Morrissey, Devin's friend Rachel Barcellona joins us for a impactful and meaningful conversation on Autism self-advocacy and why it is so vital in today's society. Rachel is a beauty pagagent star who became the first Autistic woman to compete for Miss Florida, in addition to being the second Autistic woman to compete for Miss America. She is also the founder of the non-profit organization, "Ability Beyond Disabilities, Inc." and an ambassador for the Doug Flutie Foundation. Rachel shares her story of growing up Autistic and how she was able to uses...2025-01-2538 min
Artificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerWhat We Got Wrong in 2024!Send us a textBoy- did we get it wrong sometimes! Failure is the best teacher. So, Sam and Maia sat down in the MoneyPot Booth at Money20/20 in October and went over where they really missed the mark, and what it has taught them about what to look for in 2025. This episode dives into the lessons learned in FinTech during 2024, exploring the unexpected challenges within the housing market, societal attitudes toward financial fraud, and the reality of AI in customer service. • Reflecting on the surprising downturn of the housing market • Dis...2025-01-0718 minArtificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerDissecting the Viral Chase ATM GlitchSend us a textWhat if you thought you found a loophole to get free money from ATMs, only to end up with a negative balance? Join us as we dissect a viral TikTok trend that had Chase Bank customers depositing fraudulent checks for quick withdrawals. Maia dives into how Chase later corrects these transactions, emphasizing the crucial role of identity verification and KYC (Know Your Customer) in online banking. We also tackle the unique challenges non-US residents face in accessing US-based bank accounts and the relentless efforts of banks to combat international fraud.Our...2024-09-2451 minArtificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerNavigating KYC, KYB, and AML: Lessons from Mercury's Journey in Fintech ComplianceSend us a textCan financial compliance be the key to a safer global economy, or is it a labyrinthine obstacle for startups? In this episode, we unravel the intricate world of KYC (Know Your Customer), KYB (Know Your Business), and AML (Anti-Money Laundering), using the recent developments with the digital banking startup Mercury as a springboard. We dissect the complexities behind sensational headlines, exploring the foundational importance of KYC in thwarting fraud and money laundering. Discover the historical journey of the term "money laundering," from its emergence during Watergate to its critical role in Reagan's war...2024-09-0327 minArtificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerThe age old question - Will the US ever have a superapp?Send us a textCurious about why superapps are struggling to make a splash in the U.S. market? Join us as we uncover the unique barriers and skeptical outlook surrounding their success. Discover how the high costs of customer acquisition in fintech are pushing companies towards the super app model as a solution to maximize revenue from their existing user base. Tune in as we share insights from the latest Finnovate conference and debate if a major retailer like Walmart has what it takes to defy the odds and thrive in this complex landscape....2024-08-1333 minArtificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerFedNow or FedLater?Send us a textHow did a payment system from Japan in 1973 pave the way for the digital wallet in your pocket today? Join us as we uncover the fascinating history and rapid evolution of faster payment systems worldwide. We take you on a journey from Japan's groundbreaking Zenjin system to contemporary giants like the UK's Faster Payment System, Brazil's PIX, and India's UPI. Along the way, you'll hear my firsthand experiences from a recent FedNow feedback session in Utah, featuring insights from industry leaders like MX and Galileo. Ever wondered why some transactions are i...2024-08-0629 minArtificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerTech and Real Estate: Adapting to Post-Pandemic Work ModelsSend us a textWitness the dramatic transformation of commercial real estate as we discuss the staggering fall of St. Louis's tallest tower, from a $205 million valuation in 2006 to just $3.6 million today. We bring you an expert analysis from Joe Brady, who unpacks the "urban doom loop" and the potential for city revitalization through strategic public-private partnerships. Using Detroit's impressive resurgence, fueled by investments from Dan Gilbert of Rocket Mortgage, as a prime example, Joe shares his unique perspectives on reversing urban decline.Explore the ongoing shifts in urban development and how office spaces and...2024-07-3034 min
The 2000s Chart Show: A 00s Pop Music PodcastRachel Stevens' Some Girls and 39 Other Less Iconic Songs (including Jamelia, Morrissey, Snow Patrol and Nelly Furtado) (24 July 2004)My baby drives a car....and Geri Halliwell (ALLEGEDLY) cries in it. On this week's podcast, Nelly Furtado flops hard, Bloc Party join the 2000s indie revival party, Slash from Guns and Roses dies and is brought back to life, I do the world's worst Shrek impression, the 2004 Mercury Prize noms are announced, I send a band to The 2000s Chart Show jail, Jamelia delivers her best song yet and J-Kwon has paternity drama.And oh yes... LOLA'S BLOODY THEME and SOME FRICKIN GIRLS are released (for SEO purposes that's Lola's Theme and Some Girls FYI). 2024-07-241h 19Artificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerExposing Vulnerabilities: Evolve Bank's Breach and the Fintech Trust ChallengeSend us a textCan a single phishing attack lead to the financial ruin of millions? Brace yourself as we uncover the catastrophic data breach at Evolve Bank, orchestrated by the infamous LockBit ransomware group. Maia and Sam dissect this digital disaster, where a simple phishing scam blew open the floodgates, exposing the personal identifiable information (PII) of millions of Americans on the dark web. This breach isn’t just a wake-up call; it's a seismic shock, revealing glaring loopholes in our current security measures. We commend Jason Mikula for his fearless reporting on this issue, even un...2024-07-0222 minArtificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerUnlocking the Mysteries of Credit Card Loyalty Programs And the Bilt ConundrumSend us a textEver wondered how credit card loyalty programs actually work and why some stand out more than others? Join us as we unravel the secrets behind these fascinating systems! Our episode kicks off with Maya Bittner and Sam Maul taking you on a nostalgic journey through the origins of loyalty programs. We highlight milestones from American Airlines' pioneering efforts in 1981 to Sam's amusing memories of Piggly Wiggly stamps. Maya passionately argues why the Chase Sapphire Reserve card is a game-changer in today's market, focusing on its Visa Infinite classification and higher interchange fees. Together...2024-06-2630 minArtificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerRevolutionizing Philanthropy: Salomon Serfati on Donor Advised Funds and Innovative Giving StrategiesSend us a textDiscover how Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) can revolutionize your approach to philanthropy with Salomon Serfati, CEO and co-founder of Chariot. Saul joins us to shed light on how DAFs offer significant tax benefits and the flexibility to time your contributions for maximum impact. Through a touching personal anecdote, Saul reveals how he and his fiancée used a DAF to help fund weddings for those in need, illuminating the communal and heartfelt potential of these funds.We also explore the innovative possibilities of DAFs in making charitable giving more strategic and al...2024-06-2525 minArtificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerVenturing into Fintech: Sheel Mohnot on Navigating Early-Stage Investments and the Future of Wearable TechSend us a textEver wondered what it's like to receive an unexpected haul of shoes just by tweeting about sore feet? Tune in as we learn about the unexpected windfalls for a finfluencer. With us is Sheel Mohnot, co-founder of Better Tomorrow Ventures, who takes us through his thrilling journey in the fintech landscape. Get an insider's look at how he teamed up with Jake Gibson of NerdWallet fame to create a venture capital firm aimed at fostering early-stage fintech innovations.Sheel dives into the gritty details of early-stage investing and fundraising, offering a ca...2024-06-1942 minArtificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerUnpacking the Cash App Controversy and FTX's Collapse: Lessons in Fintech Fraud and Founder DynamicsSend us a textCould the collapse of a major fintech entity be more complex than a simple case of fraud? Join us on this intriguing episode of "Artificially Intelligent," where Maia Bittner and Sam Maule, with their signature mix of humor and insight, navigate the murky waters of fintech controversies. We jump right into the latest buzz surrounding Cash App, currently under the microscope of New York regulators. Maia then passionately dissects the downfall of FTX and its enigmatic founder, Sam Bankman-Fried, challenging the black-and-white narrative that has dominated headlines. Learn why she believes there's a...2024-06-1826 minArtificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerThe Modern Family Office: Digital Tools and Historical LessonsSend us a textWhat if the secret to preserving family wealth across generations lies hidden in the history books? We venture back to the roots of family offices, drawing lessons from the legendary Morgans and Rockerfellers. Hosts Sam Maule and Maia Bittner share compelling personal stories and historical insights, setting the stage for a deep dive into the evolution of family offices. Our special guest, Simran Kang, founder of MyFO-Tech and former PwC strategist, provides a rich perspective on how family offices maintain intergenerational wealth amidst alarming attrition rates. Ever wondered how the ultra-wealthy ma...2024-05-3128 minArtificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerCrafting a Modern Community Bank: Insights from Corey LeBlancSend us a textEver wondered what it takes to build a bank from the ground up in less than a year? Join us as we sit down with Corey LeBlanc, co-founder of Locality Bank, who managed this incredible feat in Miami for under a million dollars. Corey shares his remarkable journey, from overcoming regulatory obstacles to raising capital, and how his background in the Air Force surprisingly prepared him for the structured world of banking. This conversation is packed with insights that anyone in the fintech and banking sectors will find invaluable, especially those passionate about...2024-05-2937 minArtificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerReal Estate Evolution Through Technology with Visionary Amanda OrsonSend us a textPrepare to step into the future of real estate with Amanda Orson, the visionary behind Galleon, as we discuss the seismic shifts taking place in property transactions. Through a lively chat with your hosts, Maia Bittner and Sam Maule , we'll uncover how Galleon is charting a course for a world where traditional agents are no longer the gatekeepers of our dream homes. From the legacy of Zillow's Make Me Move to the thrilling possibilities of a market driven by technology, we promise an insider's look into an industry on the brink of transformation.2024-05-2726 minArtificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerForecasting the Real Estate Business in the Wake of Industry UpheavalSend us a textAre you ready to uncover the truth behind the seismic shifts in real estate commissions? Join us as we dissect the aftermath of a landmark lawsuit settlement that's flipping the industry on its head. With the insightful guidance of Tessa Jarvis, a seasoned real estate agent, we navigate the unknown waters of real estate transactions post-settlement. Tessa offers a treasure trove of knowledge, from the implications of removing buyer's agent commission advertising in MLS listings to an insider's perspective on the indispensable value of buyer's agents in a digital age where listings are...2024-05-1630 minArtificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerNavigating the Storm: The $30 Billion Interchange Fee Upheaval and the Future of Fintech TransactionsSend us a textDive headfirst into the complex world of interchange fees and understand how a mammoth $30 billion antitrust settlement is poised to reshape the financial tech landscape. Your pockets and the broader US market are on the cusp of experiencing the rippling effects of this legal juggernaut. We're peeling back the layers of this financial onion, examining the pivotal roles of banks, the enigmatic interchange fees, and the resilience of Visa and MasterCard's business models amidst industry upheaval. We're also discussing how risk and fraud prevention play into fee determination and why, despite the settlement...2024-05-1532 minArtificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerCracking the Code on Health Savings with Matt Quinn's ExpertiseSend us a textUnlock the secrets of financial health with a deeper dive into the world of Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) as we sit down with Matt Quinn, the savvy mind behind Harvest. Matt illuminates the intricate dance of savings, investments, and tax advantages that HSAs offer, especially post Affordable Care Act. Experience our candid chat as we, your hosts Sam and Maia, share our own HSA stories, reflecting on the smart moves and the occasional stumbles we've encountered in our journey through the healthcare cost maze.Think managing healthcare costs is a high-wire ac...2024-05-0235 minArtificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerSPECIAL EPISODE: Securing the Healthcare Payment Maze PART 2: Why Healthcare Needs a Crash Course from Banking NOW!Send us a textSam Maule and Maia Bittner have invited Boe Hartman, the CTO and co-Founder of Nomi, to pull up a chair again at our virtual table to share insights on the repercussions rippling through the healthcare payment systems, laying bare the stark financial and personal implications for providers and patients alike.As we navigate the turbulent waters of a $4 trillion industry caught in the throes of a major claims processing shutdown, we uncover the unseen winners of this crisis and confront the startling differences in regulation when comparing healthcare to the banking se...2024-04-1933 minArtificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerSecuring the Healthcare Payment Maze: Boe Hartman on Transforming An Industry Under Cyber SiegeSend us a textDiscover the intricate labyrinth of medical payments and the heightened need for secure data as we sit with Boe Hartman of Nomi Health, whose expertise in banking and payments sheds light on the seismic effects of the United Healthcare cyber hack. Boe takes us through the trenches of an industry rattled by outdated systems, revealing how his work at Nomi Health is championing the development of real-time payment rails, poised to overhaul the costly and sluggish process of reimbursing healthcare providers. As we unravel the current state of U.S. healthcare pa...2024-04-1925 minArtificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerIntroducing: Artificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerSend us a textEinstein once said, I have no special talent, I'm just passionately curious. But let's be honest, Albert was selling himself way too short.When it comes to fintech, Sam and Maia have definitely honed a few talents over the years. They've got over a decade each in banking and payments industry, so they've earned their stripes. Now some in the industry like to dub them fintech thought leaders- but they prefer to see themselves as perpetual fintech interns. And that's precisely why they decided to launch the Artificially Intelligent podcast - to...2024-04-1601 min
The MoneyPotWhat do we do about dedollarization? with Simon Taylor, SardineSimon Taylor is one of the most forward thinkers and trusted movers in fintech, and last year when sanctions around SWIFT were announced, he wrote an incredibly clear and compelling explanation in his Fintech Brainfood Substack. One line stood out: “I think as Fintech Nerds, we have a real opportunity to build a better SWIFT and a better dollar global order.” Since that was written, several events have taken place that puts the dollar as the global currency more in question than ever before- including deals to buy oil with the Chinese Yuan, and movements in digi...2023-05-0548 min
The MoneyPotReboot: Preparing for an attack on Global Financial Networks with Rahav Shalom-Revivo, Israeli Ministry of FinanceIn December 2021, 10 nations and several international institutions participated in a simulation "war game" on the global financial networks. It was organized and led by the Israeli Ministry of Finance, to anticipate the need for smarter international cooperation to protect systems. The goal was to prepare for the possibility of wide-spread simultaneous hacks, understand what were the key weaknesses, and find measures that could be implemented across international lines. We spoke with Rahav Shalom-Revivo, Head of Financial-Cyber Innovation and International Engagements, about the preparation and nature of the simulation, and the key findings that can keep...2023-04-0519 min
The MoneyPotReboot: Creating Ethical Rules for AI in the EU, with Ismini PsychoullaWith ChatGPT and its cousins flourishing and fleshing out our imaginations of what AI can do, there is more open scrutiny about the ethics and definitions of AI. We will be looking to talk more about this in the coming months, but in the meantime, we wanted to revisit an episode that seems even more relevant now.AI has a ‘black box’ issue and the lack of understanding about how such systems work can raise concerns about opacity, unfair discrimination, ethics and threats to individual privacy and autonomy. Would it be fair/acceptable if in the future AI use...2023-03-2820 min
The MoneyPotIntegrating Voice AI into Customer Comms with Rana Gujral, Behavioral Signals AI applications are surging and fueling the imagination of innovators and entrepreneurs. We had the opportunity to speak to Rana Gujral, the CEO of Behavioral Signals, who have been working on AI and communication applications. Mr. Gujral has been recognized as among 'Top 40 Voice AI Influencers to Follow' by SoundHound, ‘Entrepreneur of the Month’ by CIO Magazine, awarded ‘US-China Pioneer’ by IEIE, listed as a Top 10 Entrepreneur to follow in 2017 by Huffington Post and an AI Entrepreneur to Watch in Inc Magazine. In 2020 he won “Contributor of the Year: Chatbots” in Hacker Noon’s Noonie’s Awards.This new application...2023-03-2139 min
The MoneyPotConway's Law and the Banks with Karan Oberoi, Backbase and Nick Cowell, DeloitteBanks today aren't great at innovation, but simply mimicry, because of Conway's Law - “Any organization that designs a system (defined broadly) will produce a design whose structure is a copy of the organization's communication structure. So, what changes in technology would be enough to change the way teams in banks are structured, and thereby the design of the products/services they offer? And does culture mirror technology or does technology mirror culture? We spoke withKaran Oberoi from Backbase, and Nick Cowell from Deloitte Digital to dig out the way banks can re-imagine their systems and therefore reimagine their se...2023-03-0929 min
The MoneyPotPartnership and Leadership with Jim MagatsJim Magats has been a part of Fintech since before it was a hashtag. During his career, his leadership was central to the growth of PayPal, spearheading their bread and butter- partnerships. In 2021, he took on the new challenge of leading MX as their CEO. MX had a very difficult 2021- not due to business- but due to the challenges and heartbreak life can throw our way. Their CEO, Ryan Caldwell, had to step back to pay attention to serious family health issues. And their co-founder, and one of the great souls in our industry, Brandon DeWitt passed away...2023-02-2131 min
The MoneyPotData Visualization with Robert Cooke, 3ForgeFinancial services companies are swimming in data, and everyone suspects that the secrets to client satisfaction and increased profits are hidden in it. However, with that much data, the challenge is- how do you organize it into something useful with genuine answers? Something that tells a real story? And can you anyone paint the picture? Robert Cooke, Founder and CTO of 3Forge can. After working in several financial services companies in a variety of roles, he had a deep understanding of the issues and thought he knew the solution. So- he built it. 3 Forge’s AMI is de...2023-02-0735 min
The MoneyPotBuilding Community to Withstand the Tides with Rachel Schneider, CanaryWhen Rachel Schneider wrote “The Financial Diaries”, the research uncovered several misconceptions that the financial industry has about the financial lives of the average person. When her research was done and her book was published, the Omidyar Network that had funded the study then presented her with the opportunity to solve one issue that she found in her research. Her answer is Canary, which helps businesses create safety nets for their employees and the communities they live in, and helps smooth over the rough times that inevitably fall in all our lives. I hope you enjoy this episode and may...2022-12-2044 min
The MoneyPotThe MoneyPot Raw: Biometrics and Digital Identity with Ricardo AmperWe sat down with Ricardo Amper, CEO of Incode to discuss how financial institutions are combatting spoofing and identity fraud through biometric digital identity verification. We also discussed the use of synthetic data to commit fraud, and what can be done at scale to help. This was recorded live at The MoneyPot Booth in Las Vegas in October 2022.Guest: Ricardo Amper, CEO, IncodeHosts: Nick Holland, Global Head of Insights, Money20/20Rachel Morrissey, Executive Producer of The MoneyPot Podcast, Money20/20Producers: Roland Bodenham, Senior Video Producer & Podcast Development Lead...2022-12-1333 min
The MoneyPotMoneyPot Raw: How to be SOLVENT, with DIVINEOn this MoneyPot Raw, Sanjib Kalita and Rachel Morrissey sit down with Mr. Victor D. Lombard, aka DIVINE, to speak about his journey and his mission to create fintech that solves systemic disadvantages. In this vulnerable and extraordinarily honest interview, DIVINE left us inspired and humbled. We are very grateful he shared his time and considerable insights on his mission. He has founded SOLVENT to focus on and empower the system impacted, formerly incarcerated, and incarcerated with tools for the socioeconomically disadvantaged, formerly incarcerated, family, friends and loved ones of the formerly incarcerated and/or incarcerated, and those currently incarcera...2022-12-0930 min
The MoneyPotThe MoneyPot Raw: Wealth and Inclusion on their own Terms with Delicia Reynolds Hand and Cleve MesidorWe sat down with Delicia Reynolds Hand from Consumer Reports, and Cleve Mesidor from The Blockchain Assn, to talk about whether the DeFI movement in FinTech is creating new indicators of financial wellbeing and how young POCs, women, and diverse innovators are forging new metrics of wellbeing and prosperity. This was LIVE at the Money20/20 US show in Las Vegas in October 2022.Guests: Delicia Reynolds Hand, Director, Financial Fairness, Consumer ReportsCleve Mesidor, Executive Director, Blockchain FoundationHosts: Micky Tesfaye, Content Lead, Money20/20 EURachel Morrissey, Executive Podcast Producer, Money20/20Producers: Rachel Mo...2022-12-0223 min
The MoneyPotThe audacity of Brazil's PIX payments system, with Carlos Eduardo BrandtBrazil's Central Bank launched Pix, a new nationwide real-time payment system, that has transformed money movement inside the country. Launched in November of 2020, within a year, over 62% of Brazil's population had adopted Pix, including businesses and consumers. It is created to facilitate both person to person payments and business transactions and has 113 million users. We at Money20/20 had to learn more, and were luckily able to discuss it with the person responsible for running it- Carlos Eduardo Brandt, Deputy Head of the Dept of Competition and Financial Market Structure of the Central Bank of Brazil- or as he calls himself- ...2022-10-1430 min
The MoneyPotTools needed to make Web3 Utopian with Crypto MeganAs investment and interest in Web3 increases, so does the sense of what could go wrong. To help us focus on what can go right, we spoke with Megan Nilsson to think through some of the complexities we have around access and identified 4 major tools- data management & ownership, universal access, design access, and educational access - that need to be in place to make Web3 everything the enthusiasts dream it will be. Guest: Megan Nilsson-aka Crypto Megan-High-End Crypto & NFT ConsultantHosts: Rachel Morrissey, Executive Producer of Money20/20 Podcasts, Money20/20S...2022-09-2621 min
Parenting teenagers untangled. 🏆 The audio hug for parents of teens and tweens.19: The overwhelming load of parenting work that’s never done; we talk about mom guilt and the motherhood myth. Don’t like your teenager's friends? Here’s how to approach it.What do you think of this episode? Do you have any topics you'd like me to cover?As a parent, have you ever felt overwhelmed by the sheer size of your job and the range of the responsibilities it involves? Do you ever feel like you've done enough, or are you always suffering with the nagging feeling that you are falling short and it's your fault that things aren't perfect? Well Clare certainly has, so she asked us to talk about Mom guilt. What we discovered has blown our minds. Also, have you ever had t...2022-07-2546 min