Best The Artas Podcasts (2024)

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From Pixels to Partners: Abbi and Phillip 32:20

2h ago32:20

32:20

Today's love story comes from Abbi from Halifax, NS and Phillip from... Tennessee?! This couple met during the pandemic on the popular game "Minecraft." What Abbi thought was "just friends" - Phillip always wanted more. Once the restrictions got lifted and life started to look normal again, Phillip and his other online friends met with Abbi in Hali…

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Maria Morris: Trust Your Gut 41:59

1d ago41:59

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Caesar is joined by Wells Fargo and S&P Global Board Member Maria Morris as she chronicles key moments in her decades-long career that illustrate her drive and financial savvy. Maria has been breaking glass ceilings from an early age. She advises listeners to trust their instincts and be their own advocates as she shares her journey from a young pr…

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Tradition & Innovation: Wealth Management with BNY's Nader Souri and Arta Finance's Caesar Sengupta 28:28

5d ago28:28

28:28

Tearsheet’s roots were in investment and wealth tech. As that world became more focused on plain vanilla robo-advisors about a decade ago, I expanded our focus to include banking, payments, and lending. That’s because with ETFs and low-cost providers, it felt like most of the focus of innovation was coming from removing costs. Things have changed s…

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RERUN: More Than Just Friends: Alex and Corina 48:35

5d ago48:35

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Today's love story comes from Alex & Corina of Halifax, NS. This newly-wed couple met while working at a movie theatre. Their modern love story started with friendship and soon grew into a sitcom-worthy romance. Both movie buffs, Alex and Corina share a love for the cinema, and specifically the show Friends has played a starring role in their lives…

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Compound Influence Podcast #1: Jim "The OG" Cramer 32:13

6d ago32:13

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Brought to you by Tearsheet, Compound Influence is a podcast that explores the power of influencers in the financial services industry. The hosts, Zack Miller and Josh Liggett, discuss the rise of influencers and their impact on private investing and traditional financial services. They focus on the OG influencer, Jim Cramer, and his use of social …

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Unlocking 5000 global corridors: Remitly's growth story with Matt Oppenheimer 42:58

9d ago42:58

42:58

Matt Oppenheimer, co-founder and CEO of Remitly, joins us on the podcast today. He shares his journey and insights into building a company that transcends borders with trusted financial services. Remitly's vision is audacious: to transform lives by providing reliable financial services across the globe. "We're just getting started," says Oppenheime…

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The August House: Colette and Ezra 35:13

13d ago35:13

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Today's love story comes from Colette & Ezra of Halifax, NS. When these two left for their trip to Portugal, they were JUST friends... but they came back in love. Meet Colette and Ezra, two adventurous souls who found each other in the classic friends-to-lovers trope. Now, one baby and building Colette's dream Boutique Inn later... these two are li…

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Revenued CEO Sol Lax on flexible lending for small businesses 36:38

15d ago36:38

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On today’s episode, we sit down with Sol Lax, the CEO of Revenued, to dive into the intricacies of small business lending. Lax shares his journey from managing Merchant Cash Advances (MCA) to leading Revenued, a company focused on providing financial solutions for small businesses, particularly those with subprime FICO scores. With a background ric…

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Fighting for Love: BJ and Frank 38:46

20d ago38:46

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Today's love story comes from BJ & Frank from Toronto, ON. What began as a photo taken of their child being born - turned into a whirlwind of political hatred and a very long lawsuit. Meet BJ & Frank: teachers, adventurers and fathers. And while their son, Milo, was born, a photo was taken of him in the arms of his fathers. However, this photo was …

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How Current beat the fintech winter and achieved 100% growth with Current’s Stuart Sopp 35:45

20d ago35:45

35:45

At Tearsheet, we've been following the growth and maturity of neobanks over the past few years and all in, with the billions of dollars invested, products launched, and customers acquired. The path to good unit economics has been elusive for some. Joining me on this podcast today is Stuart Sopp, CEO and co-founder of Current. In this episode Stuart…

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From Caja de los Zapatos to Financial Freedom: Alejandra Lozano's Journey with Operation Hope 20:11

28d ago20:11

20:11

Meet Alejandra Lozano, a dedicated Financial Wellbeing Coach for Operation HOPE, located inside Wells Fargo’s HOPE Inside center in South LA. With over seven years of experience in the finance industry, Alejandra is passionate about uplifting black and brown communities and empowering their financial journeys. Alejandra shares how her childhood exp…

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Chase's new cash flow-focused solutions for SMBs with Jameson Troutman 43:19

25d ago43:19

43:19

I had the pleasure of speaking with Jameson Troutman, Head of Product at Chase for Business. With over 20 years of experience in financial services, Jameson shared valuable insights into the current state of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in the U.S. and the innovative solutions Chase is offering to support them.As Jameson puts it, “Small…

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Learning Together: Randy and Jocelyne 32:35

27d ago32:35

32:35

Today's love story comes from Randy & Jocelyne Robinson of Vancouver, BC. This mother-son duo graduated from university one day apart and kept their bond as close as ever. Randy, who graduated in law and Jocelyn with her PhD in education and sciences, these two are an unstoppable pair. Now, six years after grad, they join us to share what they have…

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Bluevine’s recipe for Small Business Banking: Unlocking financial efficiency for SMBs 43:00

27d ago43:00

43:00

On our exploratory journey of what it takes to build world-class products in financial service, today we have a conversation with Herman Man, the Chief Product Officer at Bluevine. We sat down with him to discuss how the fintech company is revolutionizing small business banking. He shares how Bluevine aims to serve as a comprehensive financial OS f…

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Recipe for Love: Mark 46:21

1M ago46:21

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Today's love story comes from Mark Brand from Vancouver, BC. What started as an idea, a thought, a dream - turned into a foundation that impacted millions and continues to grow. Mark is an example that if you want something and have ideas to get there, you can. He took the problem of food insecure individuals in Canada, used his love of cooking, an…

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Streamlining financial ops: BILL's Irana Wasti on integrated solutions for SMBs 33:46

1M ago33:46

33:46

In this episode of the Tearsheet Podcast, I am joined by Irana Wasti, Chief Product Officer at BILL. Irana has a background in product management and a strong passion for serving SMBs worldwide. Throughout her career, Irana has focused on developing tools to assist SMBs in starting, growing, and thriving. She emphasizes the importance of scalable a…

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Mobile services are unleashing new banking frontiers with Gigs' Hermann Frank 27:05

1M ago27:05

27:05

Earlier this year, we first heard news from Revolut and then Nubank launching mobile services. At the time, it just seemed like a story about cross marketing and selling. Both neobanks have large audiences, and selling a mobile plan would likely make some ancillary money. A few years ago, things were happening in the reverse direction – it seemed t…

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Finding Peace in Canada: Arta 38:35

1M ago38:35

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Today's story belongs to Arta Rexhepi from Kosovo (and from Dartmouth, Nova Scotia). With grief and loss, comes hope and new beginnings. Meet Arta, a Kosovo-born woman who had to flee her country during the war and start anew with her family in Canada. She moved 25 years ago, went to college to graduate in journalism and now, Arta has a family and …

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One Founder's Journey from Small Town Roots to Becoming a Tech Titan 24:56

2M ago24:56

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Hans Koch is the CEO of the augmented reality platform MyXR. Hans shares poignant memories of growing up in Southwestern Michigan, reflecting on his early money lessons and the influence of his father’s entrepreneurial spirit. He delves into the impact of his father's battle with ALS, which in turn shaped his outlook on life and business. Hans reco…

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Exploring Love: Steph and Katie 39:13

2M ago39:13

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Today's love story comes from Steph & Katie Burlton from Vancouver, BC. What started as an innocent meeting at dance class, turned into something magical. Steph and Katie fell head-over-heels for each other and decided that they would travel the world together all while documenting their adventures. With Steph's tech and videography skills paired w…

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On product strategy and digital transformation with Green Dot's Melissa Douros 26:35

2M ago26:35

26:35

We’re continuing on this exploration of what it takes to build world-class products in financial services. Today, we have a fascinating conversation with Melissa Douros, the Chief Product Officer at Green Dot.Green Dot is an interesting amalgamation – it’s one of the first banking as a service companies. But it’s also a bank. With a configurable pl…

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Lessons from Dad: Greg and Hali 30:10

2M ago30:10

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Today's story comes from Greg Scott & Hali ScottSmith from Hornby Island, BC. Finding common ground with your child can be tough (especially during those pre-teen years), but Greg Scott made it his mission to not only form genuine bonds with both his children - but share it with the rest of the world. From taking his son to bike across Canada toget…

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Rahul Roy-Chowdhury: Tune Out the Noise 35:23

2M ago35:23

35:23

Caesar sits down with Rahul Roy-Chowdhury, CEO of Grammarly and former Google executive, to discuss the pivotal moments that have shaped his illustrious career. Rahul’s journey is a testament to the power of introspection, bold decision-making, and the pursuit of meaningful impact. Rahul shares how he transitioned from academia to tech, driven by a…

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Making Amends: Melanie 25:29

2M ago25:29

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Today's story belongs to Melanie Chambers, of London, Ontario. High school is tough for most, but harder when you have a bully. Melanie shares how she, years later, reached out to her high school bully for questions and received not only answers - but a new friend. She uncovers how meeting her bully years after high school impacted her, how she mov…

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The data-driven playbook for growing a small business loan book with Enova's Cory Kampfer 44:25

2M ago44:25

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Joining us today is Cory Kampfer, President of Small Business Lending at Enova, which operates the leading small business lending brands OnDeck and Headway Capital.Cory has been immersed in the small business lending space since 2011 when he joined OnDeck. Over his tenure, he's witnessed the evolution of fintech lending and how it has transformed a…

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Brex CFO on spend tech, IPO & cross-functional ties in building modern finance stack 27:09

2M ago27:09

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Today, we're diving into the modern CFO stack, including corporate spend management and financial tech with our guest - Ben Gammell, the CFO of Brex.Brex has been shaking up how companies large and small approach spending, providing an integrated platform for everything from corporate cards to spend analytics. It's been quite a journey for Ben, who…

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Seventy Happy Years: Fran and Matt 33:49

2M ago33:49

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Today's story belongs to Fran and Matt Hrabluk, of Mississauga, Ontario. Although every marriage is special, some are just made of tougher stuff. Fran and Matt, for example, are celebrating a big anniversary this year: seventy years. It was 1954 the year Fran and Matt, two young lovers from humble farming backgrounds, decided to tie the knot. Over …

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Unlocking home equity: The future of residential real estate investing with Nada's John Green 28:23

2M ago28:23

28:23

Welcome to the Tearsheet Podcast, where we explore financial services together with an eye on technology, innovation, emerging models, and changing expectations. I’m Tearsheet’s editor in chief, Zack Miller.What's up FinTech fam? On today's episode, we're going deep on an innovative new way to tap into your home's equity - without taking on more de…

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Rising Up: Belinda and Carol 38:13

3M ago38:13

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Today's story comes from Belinda and Carol Bigold, from Winnipeg, Manitoba. Lots of families bond over baking, but very few take that fondness to the next level. If you ask Belinda and Carol, they'd say it was a no-brainer. Carol's fearless nature and impeccable baking talents paired splendidly with her daughter's business acumen and tenacity, resu…

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Inside Cash App's approach to banking its base: A conversation with Ryan Budd 37:34

3M ago37:34

37:34

On today's episode, we're going behind the scenes at one of the most successful money apps out there - Cash App. Our special guest is Ryan Budd, the head of financial products at Cash App, and he's giving us an inside look at Cash App's evolution into a financial powerhouse.Cash App started as a simple way to send money to friends, but as Ryan expl…

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Like Mother, Like Daughter: Pierina and Amanda 29:34

3M ago29:34

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Today's story comes from Amanda and Pierina Procino Di Zazzo, from Montreal, Quebec. The pandemic was a strange and challenging time for everyone, but amidst the darkness there were opportunities for joy. Many rekindled relationships with friends and family, or immersed themselves in the hobbies and pass times working life separated them from years…

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From direct lending to embedded finance: Luke Voiles on Pipe's evolving value proposition 47:17

3M ago47:17

47:17

Welcome to the Tearsheet Podcast, where we explore financial services together with an eye on technology, innovation, emerging models, and changing expectations. I’m Tearsheet’s editor in chief, Zack Miller.Today I'm joined by Luke Voiles, CEO of Pipe, a high profile revenue-based lender that’s evolving into a platform – we’ll talk a lot about this…

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Uh, It's Called the 1st Amendment. It's in the Bible, Look it Up. 43:37

3M ago43:37

43:37

Send us a Text Message. In a new segment designed to bring our audiences closer to our inner children, we ponder what life would be like if we'd taken a wildly different career path. That's exactly where Ryan and I start off our second season. Ryan makes an odd turn by making a play to become a member of the village people, while Arta looks to corn…

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Stepping Into Friendship: Mary Jane and Natasha 41:02

3M ago41:02

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Today's story comes from Mary Jane Copps of Halifax, Nova Scotia, and Natasha Marchewka of Santa Clarita, California. This story started decades ago, when a then 23-year-old MJ got together with 12-year-old Natasha's divorced father. Almost immediately, MJ grew deeply attached to Natasha and her younger sister, and embraced her new title of step-mo…

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Gokul Rajaram: The Superpower of Being Helpful 36:55

3M ago36:55

36:55

Gokul Rajaram has worked as a leader at some of the most iconic companies in the world: Google, Facebook, Square, Pinterest, Coinbase and Doordash. In conversation with Caesar, Gokul dives into the motivations behind his journey from being one of the foremost ad experts in the world to being a leading tech investor and advisor. Gokul promotes the s…

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My Neck, My Back, My Rights Under Attack: Fighting Disability Discrimination 1:04:17

3M ago1:04:17

1:04:17

Send us a Text Message. Navigating the labyrinth of disability accommodations and avoiding the snares of discrimination in the workplace can be as complex as a game of legal chess. With us, Arda Wildevor and Ryan Ellis, your guides through California's intricate employment law landscape, you're in for an enlightening strategy session. We dissect th…

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How MSU Federal Credit Union uses incentives to get customers to move beyond just checking balances 30:04

3M ago30:04

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Welcome to another episode of The Tearsheet Podcast, where we explore financial services together with an eye on technology, innovation, emerging models, and changing expectations. I’m Tearsheet’s editor in chief, Zack MillerBanks and other FIs continue to look for higher engagement with their customers. Logging into an account and refreshing a bal…

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Mom Jokes: Farideh Olsen 47:59

3M ago47:59

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Today's story comes from Farideh Olson, of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. For a lot of new mothers, an unexpected part of the journey comes when figuring out your "new normal." After all, having a baby radically changes your day-to-day lifestyle, especially for mothers. For the free-spirited, hard-rocking Farideh, motherhood meant having to step away fro…

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Card Launch 101 The ultimate guide to build and launch a successful card 58:12

3M ago58:12

58:12

We recently held a LinkedIn Live event, entitled "Card Launch 101," where we dove deep into the strategies, insights, and best practices for launching and growing successful card products in the fintech and banking industries.Featuring industry experts:Scott Johnson, Vice President of Revenue at Galileo Financial TechnologiesMarc Butterfield, SVP o…

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100 Cats: Kate Leth 37:15

4M ago37:15

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Today's story belongs to Kate Leth, of Halifax, Nova Scotia. It's not uncommon to start off the new year with a resolution. For a lot of us, that usually takes the form of sacrifice or change, like drinking less coffee or going to the gym. For one Canadian cartoonist and writer, however, that didn't fit right. Kate Leth started the year looking for…

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Is That Really What I Wake Up Everyday To Do? [Archive] 16:03

3M ago16:03

16:03

Tosin Mills is the product and growth strategy manager at Microsoft. She received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Pennsylvania, and an MBA from the MIT Sloan School of Management. Tosin shares how her experience of moving from Nigeria to the United States played an important role in her understanding of the value of money, and what her…

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Inside Vanguard's CX modernization journey 47:00

4M ago47:00

47:00

Welcome to another episode of The Tearsheet Podcast, where we explore financial services together with an eye on technology, innovation, emerging models, and changing expectations. I’m Tearsheet’s editor in chief, Zack Miller.In this episode, we'll be diving deep into the world of customer experience (CX) transformation with Vanguard, one of the le…

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MoneyLion's maniacal mission of rewiring finance with Dee Choubey 42:40

4M ago42:40

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Welcome to another episode of The Tearsheet Podcast, where we explore financial services together with an eye on technology, innovation, emerging models, and changing expectations. I’m Tearsheet’s editor in chief, Zack Miller.Today, I have the pleasure of sitting down with Dee Choubey, CEO of MoneyLion.In our chat, Dee takes us on a journey through…

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The Backpack: Paul Bromby 41:27

4M ago41:27

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Today's story belongs to Paul, of Halifax, Nova Scotia. Growing up can be tough, especially if you're juggling the responsibilities of childhood with the anxiety of caring for an ailing parent. For Paul, his mother's bipolar disorder was a constant fixation of his young life. It was a weight he carried with him wherever he went... that is until he …

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“We don’t use the word ‘disrupt’”: The future of financial services, starting with distribution 33:25

4M ago33:25

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Welcome to another episode of The Tearsheet Podcast, where we explore financial services together with an eye on technology, innovation, emerging models, and changing expectations. I’m Tearsheet’s editor in chief, Zack Miller.I'm thrilled to bring you a special episode today. After doing this for over 10 years, it’s not often I’m on the other side …

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The Dangers of Being Penny Wise, Pound Foolish 26:30

4M ago26:30

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In this episode, guest John Hill reflects on his childhood lessons in saving and the importance of compound interest instilled by his family in Western Pennsylvania. Transitioning to a career in asset management, John shares insights into founding Quorus, a technology-enabled asset manager aimed at personalizing investment portfolios. John also off…

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The Clutterbug: Alicia and Tyson 38:17

4M ago38:17

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Today's story belongs to Alicia and Tyson, originally from Newfoundland and Manitoba, respectively. Adventure, freedom, and excitement. Many of us have daydreamed about shedding our familiar patterns and embracing the unknown, but very few of us bring these fantasies to life. That's not the case for Alicia and Tyson. Alicia, a busy entrepreneur and…

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Deep Dive: Building for Gen Z, influencers, financial literacy, and a budgeting coloring book 26:21

4M ago26:21

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Tearsheet Editor-in-Chief Zack Miller hosted a LinkedIn Live session featuring two of our top reporters, Rabab Ahsan and Sara Khairi. It was a chance to go behind the scenes of our reporting and go deeper into what's happening at the intersection of financial services, new models, rising expectations, and evolving technology.We explored the fascina…

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'Brick walls are there to be broken by those who deserve to': Curve's Shachar Bialick 48:47

4M ago48:47

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Welcome to another episode of The Tearsheet Podcast, where we explore financial services together with an eye on technology, innovation, emerging models, and changing expectations. I’m Tearsheet’s editor in chief, Zack Miller.Today, I invite you to join us as we uncover the story of Curve, a creative fintech that's a sort of operating system for mo…

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Untapped strategies to create Gen Z-friendly financial products: Publicis Sapient’s Mahesh Raghavan 15:33

4M ago15:33

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Welcome to another episode of The Tearsheet Podcast, where we explore financial services together with an eye on technology, innovation, emerging models, and changing expectations. I’m Tearsheet’s editor in chief, Zack Miller.For the past 18 months, we’ve been exploring what it will take to really deliver financial services and products that resona…

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