Best Banknotes Podcasts (2024)

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“Swiftflation”, banknotes and the digital euro 21:40

25m ago21:40

21:40

What do Taylor Swift concerts have to do with inflation? When could the digital euro be out? And what will our future euro banknotes look like?In this special #AskECB episode, our guests answer your questions as we mark The ECB Podcast’s fifth birthday.The views expressed are those of the speakers and not necessarily those of the European Central B…

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Exploring the Future of CBDCs and AI in Central Banking 29:47

2d ago29:47

29:47

In this episode of The Cash News Podcast, Tom Meehan and Shaun Ferrari explore key trends in Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) and the growing influence of artificial intelligence (AI) in the financial sector. From regulatory challenges to emerging use cases, they discuss how central banks are leveraging these technologies to shape the future…

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President Lagarde presents the latest monetary policy decisions – 12 September 2024 16:11

25d ago16:11

16:11

Today our Governing Council decided on monetary policy, determining what’s needed to return inflation to our 2% goal in a timely manner. Listen to President Christine Lagarde present today’s decisions. The statement also covers: • how the economy is performing • how we expect prices to develop • the risks to the economic outlook • the dynamics behi…

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AI, Real-Time Payments, and Industry Insights 20:39

1M ago20:39

20:39

Welcome to The Cash News Podcast, where hosts Tom Meehan and Shaun Ferrari dive into all things cash and payments. In this episode, they chat about the latest trends, like AI's role in preventing payment fraud, how real-time payments are evolving, and what these changes mean for the industry. Tune in for an engaging mix of industry insights and fri…

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Japan Road Trip Week 3: Kyushu Scenic Train, Cat Temple, & World's Oldest Family Business 58:05

1M ago58:05

58:05

It's the final week of our road trip around Japan! We got to ride the 36+3 scenic train in Kyushu, and started our drive back through Honshu on the Sea of Japan coast. We visited a cat temple in Yamaguchi, saw the Tottori Sand Dunes, one of Japan's 3 great views, and 2 more original castles. At the end of the trip, we spent the night in Houshi Ryok…

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The ECB Podcast Summer School episode 2: A day in the life of a banking supervisor 19:07

2M ago19:07

19:07

What does a day in the life of a banking supervisor look like? How does one become a supervisor? And why does no one care about them – until things go wrong, that is!In our second Summer School episode, our host Stefania Secola speaks to Ramón Quintana Aguirre, who heads the supervision of the largest euro area banks.Published on 10 August 2024 and…

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Japan Road Trip Week 2: Aomori Nebuta Matsuri, Shikoku School Stay, and Hells of Kyushu 1:00:29

2M ago1:00:29

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This week we've gone from the far north in Aomori Prefecture to the far south in Kyushu! We got to see the annual Aomori Nebuta Matsuri, stayed in an old elementary school on Shikoku, changed plans due to the Nankai Trough earthquake advisories, and took a ferry to the 7 Hells of Beppu on the island of Kyushu. Listen to the end of every episode to …

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The ECB Podcast Summer School #1: What do European banking supervision and football have in common? 15:17

2M ago15:17

15:17

What is European banking supervision and how is it connected to our bank accounts? And what does football have to do with it?Our host Stefania Secola discusses these questions and more with Supervisory Board member Elizabeth McCaul in the first episode of our Summer School on banking supervision.Published on 8 August 2024 and recorded on 11 July 20…

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Japan Road Trip Week 1: Hiking Hakusan, Akita Camping, and Osorezan 50:33

2M ago50:33

50:33

This week we started our road trip by hiking Mt. Haku (or Hakusan), one of Japan’s 3 holy mountains. After the hike we started driving north to the Tohoku region, camping in Akita Prefecture, and making our way to Aomori Prefecture. We got to see Hirosaki Castle (one of the 12 remaining original castles in the country!) and stayed in Mutsu. During …

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Shifting Retail Payments: From Checks to Digital Solutions 32:19

2M ago32:19

32:19

In this episode of The Cash News Podcast, Tom Meehan and Shaun Ferrari discuss Target's decision to stop accepting personal checks. They explore the impact on customers and retailers, delve into check fraud, and examine the shift towards digital payments and fraud prevention. Tune in for insights on the evolving landscape of retail payments!…

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Moving Out, Cat Bus Bread, and Most Expensive Grapes in the World 48:38

2M ago48:38

48:38

Today we officially moved out of our apartment in Uchinada! We’ll talk about the moving process, what we did with all our furniture, and how moving is different in Japan vs. the US. We also talk about all-you-can-eat buffet differences, sweet beans, bread shaped like Totoro’s cat bus, and what we’re doing now that we don’t have an apartment. Plus, …

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Last Day of Work, Special Paper, and Lonely Vending Machines 45:51

3M ago45:51

45:51

Today was Zeb’s last day of work! He’s now the proud owner of a couple new certificates to commemorate his time working as a JET ALT. Speaking of special paper, this week we talk about the specific plant used to make paper for Japanese yen banknotes - plus lonely vending machines, buying love in a can, and WCW wrestling. Listen to the end of every …

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Navigating Data Privacy, AI Risks, and Cyber Insurance with Chris Santomassimo 32:58

3M ago32:58

32:58

In this episode of The Cash News Podcast, Tom Meehan interviews Chris Satomassimo, Partner of OGC Solutions, on data privacy, the pitfalls of AI in legal contexts, and insurance coverage. They discuss the importance of thorough validation, the nuances of cyber insurance, and the need for strong employee training and response plans. Chris also highl…

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President Lagarde presents the latest monetary policy decisions – 18 July 2024 13:11

3M ago13:11

13:11

Today our Governing Council decided on monetary policy, determining what’s needed to return inflation to our 2% goal in a timely manner. Listen to President Christine Lagarde present today’s decisions. The statement also covers:- how the economy is performing - how we expect prices to develop- the risks to the economic outlook - the dynamics behind…

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Giant Cream Puffs, Group Bike Ride, and Toshogu Shrine Gundam 45:15

3M ago45:15

45:15

This week we went on a bike ride to Himi in Toyama Prefecture with some of Zeb’s cycling teammates, and stopped mid-ride for giant choux cream puffs! We also talk about why Kanazawa is the “Ice Cream Capital of Japan”, and Annie finished her ice cream bike route with 12 different stops. Plus, did you know that the Toshogu Shrine in Nikko recently r…

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Disposing of Trash in Japan, New Laughing Rule, and Ice Cream Flavors 44:45

3M ago44:45

44:45

This week we talk about the holiday Tanabata, a new rule from Yamagata Prefecture about laughing once a day, and ice cream flavors. Would you try miso and cheese ice cream? What about mountain vegetable ice cream? Plus, how do you get rid of trash and recycling when living in Japan? The “laughing once a day ordinance”: https://www.asahi.com/ajw/art…

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Navigating challenges facing the international financial system 49:02

3M ago49:02

49:02

Klaas Knot, Chair of the Financial Stability Board, President of De Nederlandsche Bank, and member of the ECB Governing Council, and Lesetja Kganyago, Governor of the South African Reserve Bank, discuss the challenges facing the international financial system at the ECB Forum on Central Banking in Sintra, Portugal.Published on 6 July 2024 and recor…

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War, geopolitics and the economy. 19:38

3M ago19:38

19:38

We live in uncertain times. Military conflict, including in Europe, is reshaping the geopolitical landscape. People are suffering. And our economies are also affected, which is a specific challenge for central banks.Our co-host Paul Gordon discusses this with Moritz Schularick, President of the Kiel Institute for the World Economy.The views express…

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Price stability in unstable times 1:03:07

3M ago1:03:07

1:03:07

ECB President Christine Lagarde, US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and Governor of the Banco Central do Brasil Roberto Campos Neto sat down together to discuss the steps they’ve taken to fight inflation and reflect on the road ahead during the ECB Forum on Central Banking in Sintra, Portugal.Recorded on 2 July 2024 and published on 3 July 2024…

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New Yen Banknotes, Visiting Fantasy Springs at Tokyo Disney, and Taking Health Tests 47:41

3M ago47:41

47:41

This week, Japan is releasing the newly designed bank note bills! What’s printed on the new yen bills, and how does this affect vending machines? We also talk about visiting the new Disney Sea park area (and how to get into Fantasy Springs), and our experience with annual health checks in Japan. How are the tests different than checkups in the US? …

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The road ahead: is there room for optimism? 18:10

3M ago18:10

18:10

We just lowered our interest rates, as inflation is falling. But what was behind this decision? What is the state of our economy? And more importantly, what comes next?Our new co-host Paul Gordon discusses these questions with our Chief Economist Philip R. Lane.The views expressed are those of the speakers and not necessarily those of the European …

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How the first convenience store came to Japan and Himeji Castle price increase 40:41

3M ago40:41

40:41

Did you know the first convenience store came to Japan 50 years ago in 1974? This week we’re talking about how the conbini arrived in Japan, the first item that was sold, and how it changed the way you can get cash, pay bills, and enjoy snacks. We’re also talking about the differences between the words “popular” and “famous” in Japanese and English…

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Banknote Breakthroughs: Insights and Innovations from the Latest Banknote Conference 8:43

4M ago8:43

8:43

In this episode of The Cash News Podcast, Tom and Shaun recount their firsthand experiences from the recent Currency Research Banknote Conference. They discuss event highlights, engaging sessions, and interactions with industry experts. Join them for a casual and insightful conversation about their time at one of the industry’s most anticipated eve…

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Cycling 500km in One Day, Wakayama, Nachi Taisha, and Japan’s Shortest River 48:35

4M ago48:35

48:35

This week we talk about how Zeb’s longest bike ride yet took him from the Sea of Japan across to the Pacific Ocean! He rode 500km (314 miles) to the tip of the Kii Peninsula in Wakayama Prefecture in one day. What would he change about the cycling route next time? What did he eat to fuel a 20 hour bike adventure? What were his biggest takeaways fro…

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Hello From The Park - 500km Ride Plans, JET Program Successor, and Moss Village 41:04

4M ago41:04

41:04

The weather has been so nice recently that we decided to record this week from our neighborhood park - hopefully you can enjoy some of the ambiance of suburban Japan along with us! This week we’re talking about Zeb’s 500km single day bike ride plan, Annie’s scenic hydrangea temple route, visiting a moss village, and getting to chat with Zeb’s JET P…

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President Lagarde presents the latest monetary policy decisions – 6 June 2024 15:17

4M ago15:17

15:17

Today our Governing Council decided on monetary policy, determining what’s needed to return inflation to our 2% goal. Listen to President Christine Lagarde present today’s decisions. The statement also covers:- how the economy is performing - how we expect prices to develop- the risks to the economic outlook - the dynamics behind financial and mone…

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JET Program Placements, Trash Balloons, and Kunrei vs Hepburn Writing Systems 48:22

4M ago48:22

48:22

It’s an exciting time for incoming JETs, since they’re starting to learn their placements in the program! This week we talk about trash balloons making news headlines, the Kunrei vs. Hepburn debate for romanizing Japanese writing, kaga yuzen fabric dying method, and what we wish we knew about the JET Program before arriving in Japan. Listen to the …

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Weekend in Tokyo, Rickshaw Ride, Coffee Festival and Museums - Field Trip Episode! 41:47

4M ago41:47

41:47

This week Annie's cousin visited Japan and we spent a weekend in Tokyo together! We recorded some throughout our trip, and have more of a "field trip style" episode this week. Join us as we visit the stairs from the "Your Name" anime movie, see a college friend's hometown, ride in a rickshaw, go thrift shopping, enjoy a few museums around Tokyo, an…

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Ontake Race Results, Cat Trading Cards, and Lake Suwa Bike Lanes 59:01

5M ago59:01

59:01

This week we share Zeb’s bike race results from the Mt. Ontake hill climb! We also talk about the Kiso Area and Annie’s bike ride around Lake Suwa, visiting a Showa era museum in Takayama, cat trading cards, and some Lawson Mt Fuji drama. Nameneko Cat Cards: http://nameneko.com/jp/products.html Showa Era Museum: https://showakan.jp/takayama/ Ontake…

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Financial stability in a ChatGPT world 20:55

5M ago20:55

20:55

What does the rapid advance of AI mean for our financial system? And how is financial stability affected by geopolitical risk? Our host Stefania Secola puts these questions to expert John Fell in The ECB Podcast’s regular look at financial stability in the euro area.The views expressed are those of the speakers and not necessarily those of the Euro…

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