This week we turn our attention back to the economy and bring on Joe Keating, a familiar guest and Co-Chief Investment Officer of NBC Securities.

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Recent Episodes

05/25/26

How Leaders Can Communicate with Confidence and Impact with Eva Daniels

In this episode, Caleb Stevens talks with Eva Daniel, founder of The Speak Shop, about why effective communication is a critical leadership skill. Eva shares why every professional should have a signature message, common mistakes leaders make when presenting, and how thoughtful storytelling and structure can dramatically increase clarity and credibility. Tune in to learn…

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05/18/26

AI Basics for Bankers with Ben Udell

In this episode, we sit down with Ben Udell, a former community banker turned AI advisor, to break down what AI actually means for banks today and how to start using it in practical ways. Ben shares how bankers can use AI to save time, sharpen decision-making, and enhance relationships. From turning voice notes into…

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05/11/26

De Novo Founder Erik Weiner on Raising $42 Million to Launch Portrait Bank

Today we speak with Erik Weiner, CEO of de novo Portrait Bank.  We discuss his banking background, why he started Portrait bank, the capital raise process, attracting talent, and building out a tech stack.  Click Here to Register for the 3rd Annual Elevate Banking Forum!   The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show…

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05/04/26

Live from the Financial Brand Forum: Marketing that Moves the Balance Sheet with Dan Marks

Recorded live from the Financial Brand Fourm on April 14th, Caleb Stevens sits down with Dan Marks, President of OptimaFI, to talk about what bank marketers should actually be focused on today. They dig into using data to prove ROI, aligning marketing with lending and finance, avoiding “shiny object” syndrome, and where AI can genuinely…

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04/27/26

What it Takes to Build a Championship Team with Pat and Robert McLaughlin

Today we sit down with brothers Pat and Robert McLaughlin. Though they come from different, diverse fields, Pat and Robert share a passion in leadership development. They talk to us about presence, the traits of championship teams, and what they’ve learned from their work with Jon Gordon.   The views, information, or opinions expressed during…

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04/20/26

Ben Sasse on the Digital Revolution, the Loneliness Epidemic, and Why Community Banking Still Matters

In this episode, former U.S. Senator and SouthState Bank board member Ben Sasse joins Caleb Stevens and Chris Kamienski for a wide-ranging conversation on the state of community banking, the loneliness epidemic, and the digital revolution reshaping the economy. _ The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the participants…

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