Shows
Real-Life FinanceReal-Life Finance Podcast #9 | Homeownership Opportunities for First-Time BuyersSend us a textHosted by Old National Bank Financial Empowerment Director Ben Joergens, each Real-Life Finance podcast episode focuses on everyday financial solutions that empower listeners to build the financial future they richly deserve.Jamie Hermann says homeownership is in reach for first-time buyers. In this episode, Old National's Regional Manager for Community Development Lending explains what sitting down with a knowledgeable lender can do in terms of down payment assistance programs, forgivable grants, state agency assistance, avoiding mortgage insurance, and more.2025-06-1831 min
Real-Life FinanceReal-Life Finance Podcast #8 | Junior Achievement President & CEO Marcia ForstenSend us a textThis podcast is a special one for Old National. Junior Achievement (JA) has been our longtime partner, and we speak with Marcia Forsten, President and CEO of Junior Achievement of Southwest Indiana, on how creating choice-filled lives for students leads to thriving communities, the importance of financial literacy, new and expanded directions for JA, and how you can get involved locally in volunteering to prepare future-ready youth in your community. 2025-06-0234 min
Real-Life FinanceReal-Life Finance Podcast #7 | Tariffs Talk and More with Old National Chief Economist Matt FinnSend us a textHosted by Old National Bank Financial Empowerment Director Ben Joergens, each Real-Life Finance episode focuses on everyday financial solutions that empower listeners to build the financial future they richly deserve.Chief Economist Matt Finn again joins the Real-Life Finance Podcast to discuss timely topics such as tariffs, why the Fed is in a "very good spot" with the economy, employing a long-term strategy for your savings and retirement, why the U.S. is so far ahead of Europe with technology, AI, and infrastructure, and much more!2025-04-1531 min
Conversations with Personal Finance ChampionsElevating Community Banking: Ben Joergens on Bridging the Financial Education GapBen Joergens is a nationally recognized financial literacy advocate, community leader, and the Executive Director of Financial Empowerment at Old National Bank. With a career dedicated to bridging the financial knowledge gap, Ben has spearheaded initiatives that empower individuals and families to achieve long-term financial stability and success.
In this episode, Ben shares his personal journey from his early career in banking to becoming a champion for financial education. He discusses Old National Bank’s commitment to community outreach, highlighting innovative programs that provide accessible, practical financial skills to underserved populations. Ben also ex...2025-03-2035 min
Real-Life FinanceReal-Life Finance Podcast #6 | Old National Chief Communication, Culture and Social Responsibility Officer Kathy SchoettlinSend us a textHosted by Old National Bank Financial Empowerment Director Ben Joergens, each Real-Life Finance episode focuses on everyday financial solutions that empower listeners to build the financial future they richly deserve. This episode features Old National Chief Communication, Culture and Social Responsibility Officer Kathy Schoettlin, who discusses building a company culture, crisis communications, the value of mentoring, partnering with community organizations, and much more.2025-02-2633 min
Real-Life FinanceReal-Life Finance Podcast #5 | Old National Chairman & CEO Jim RyanSend us a textHosted by Old National Bank Financial Empowerment Director Ben Joergens, each Real-Life Finance episode focuses on everyday financial solutions that empower listeners to build the financial future they richly deserve.This episode features Old National Chairman and CEO Jim Ryan, who discusses his start and journey in banking, creating and maintaining a strong company culture, talking to children and the benefits of early financial education, and more.2025-01-1639 min
Real-Life FinanceReal-Life Finance Podcast #5 | Old National Chairman & CEO Jim RyanHosted by Old National Bank Financial Empowerment Director Ben Joergens, each Real-Life Finance episode focuses on everyday financial solutions that empower listeners to build the financial future they richly deserve.This episode features Old National Chairman and CEO Jim Ryan, who discusses his start and journey in banking, creating and maintaining a strong company culture, talking to children and the benefits of early financial education, and more.2025-01-1339 min
Real-Life FinanceReal-Life Finance Podcast #4 | Wealth Advisor LaToya WilliamsSend us a textHosted by Old National Bank Financial Empowerment Director Ben Joergens, each Real-Life Finance episode focuses on everyday financial solutions that empower listeners to build the financial future they richly deserve.This episode welcomes guest and Wealth Advisor LaToya Williams, who started in the banking industry at age 14! She discusses inheritance issues, her lottery-winning clients, building wealth, avoiding “analysis paralysis,” planning for large life events, and more. 2024-12-1735 min
Real-Life FinanceReal-Life Finance Podcast #3 | Financial Empowerment with Moussa IbrahimSend us a textHosted by Old National Bank Financial Empowerment Director Ben Joergens, each Real-Life Finance episode focuses on everyday financial solutions that empower listeners to build the financial future they richly deserve.This episode welcomes guest Moussa Ibrahim, Old National’s Financial Empowerment & Community Development Officer, who discusses turning peoples’ lives around via financial education, his career in banking, strategies for dealing with debt, the power of relationships, and much more.2024-12-0438 min
Real-Life FinanceReal-Life Finance Podcast #2 | Post-Election Talk with Chief Economist Matt FinnSend us a textHosted by Old National Bank Financial Empowerment Director Ben Joergens, each Real-Life Finance episode focuses on everyday financial solutions that empower listeners to build the financial future they richly deserve.This episode welcomes guest Matt Finn, the Chief Economist for Old National Bank and 1834 Wealth Management. He will discuss the post-election economy, the "why" of rising prices, budgeting, where the economy is trending and much more.2024-11-1931 min
Real-Life FinanceReal-Life Finance Podcast #1 | Former NBA Player Luke ZellerSend us a textHosted by Old National Bank Financial Empowerment Director Ben Joergens, each Real-Life Finance episode focuses on everyday financial solutions that empower listeners to build the financial future they richly deserve.This episode welcomes guest Luke Zeller, the former Notre Dame and NBA player, and current Executive Recruiter for Old National. Zeller shares stories from his playing days, the financial challenges of climbing the ranks in pro basketball, and overcoming odds to find career success. 2024-11-0648 min