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Payments Nerds

The Clearing House
Instant Payments
RTP Network
Payments
Real-Time Payments
The Clearing House
ISO 20022
Fraud Prevention
E-Commerce
Financial Institutions
Fintech Meetup
Gig Economy
Chesapeake Bank
Chesapeake Payment Systems
Customer Experience
Embedded Finance
Fraud Mitigation
Financial Services
ABNB Federal Credit Union
Mentorship
Team Dynamics

We are proud to be payments nerds – we love sharing perspectives on all things payments. The Payments Nerds podcast features expert guests who explore the most important issues, topics and trends to consider in payments today. If you are a payments nerd too, or are a little bit curious about what’s going on the payments world, just download the “Payments Nerds” podcast from The Clearing House.

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Latest Episodes

Amplify Credit Union’s Stacy Armijo explains how instant payments reshape member expectations, increase loyalty, and grow long-term relationships. Armijo provides details about how instant payments have accelerated deposit growth at her credit union,... more

In this special syndicated episode from the Leaders In Payments Podcast, Square and JPMorgan reveal how instant payments over the RTP® network are transforming small business cash flow. James Chi, Head of Bank Partnerships and Operations at Block (ov... more

This episode explores how The Clearing House is advancing liquidity efficiency through the CHIPS® network. Listeners will learn how the CHIPS network enables over $5 billion in annual liquidity savings for participant banks and strengthens market res... more

In this episode, Carl Slabicki, Executive Platform Owner, Treasury Services at BNY, discussed how treasury services are powering a new era of payments, liquidity, and cross-border efficiency. With trillions moved daily, BNY sits at the heart of globa... more

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Recent Guests

Stacy Armijo
Chief Experience Officer at Amplify Credit Union
Amplify Credit Union
Episode: Amplify Credit Union Leverages Instant Payments to Drive Growth and Redefine the Member Experience
James Chi
Head of Bank Partnerships and Operations at Block
Block (Square)
Episode: Instant Payments Strengthen Small Businesses: How Square and JPMorgan are Delivering Real-Time Cash Flow to SMBs over the RTP® Network
Anna Garcia
Executive Director, Real-Time Payments at JPMorgan Chase
JPMorgan Chase
Episode: Instant Payments Strengthen Small Businesses: How Square and JPMorgan are Delivering Real-Time Cash Flow to SMBs over the RTP® Network
John Foran
Product manager, institutional cash management at Deutsche Bank
Deutsche Bank
Episode: Unlocking Liquidity: How CHIPS® Drives Efficiency and Innovation in Global Payments, Featuring John Foran of Deutsche Bank
Michael Knorr
Senior vice president of CHIPS product management at The Clearing House
The Clearing House
Episode: Unlocking Liquidity: How CHIPS® Drives Efficiency and Innovation in Global Payments, Featuring John Foran of Deutsche Bank
Carl Slabicki
Executive platform owner of Treasury Services at BNY
BNY
Episode: The Future of Payments: BNY's Carl Slabicki on How Real-Time Innovation Is Reshaping Global Banking
Sheffali Welch
Chief Operating Officer of The Clearing House
The Clearing House
Episode: Celebrating Women Leaders in Payments: Insights, Stories, and Inspiration
Deana Bartel
Vice President of Payment Services at Randolph Brooks Federal Credit Union
Randolph Brooks Federal Credit Union
Episode: Randolph Brooks FCU’s Instant Payments Journey: Building the Business Case
Melissa Ashley
President and CEO of Corporate One Federal Credit Union
Corporate One Federal Credit Union
Episode: Randolph Brooks FCU’s Instant Payments Journey: Building the Business Case

Host

Greg McSweeney
Host of Payments Nerds

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 33 ratings
  • Great show

    I absolutely love this podcast. Great content, timely insights, and just the right length. A great mix of guests makes this a must lesson.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PayMEnow574
    United States4 months ago
  • Leo Lipis

    Great episode. Leo’s comment about his childhood dinner conversation, I would say qualifies him for Geek/Nerd royalty!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joe Casali
    United States5 years ago
  • Love it!

    $$$ is kind of a big deal. If you are in the field, this is a must listen. I'm part of the team that helps to produce this show and can't wait to hear more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LilMel35
    United States7 years ago
  • I love this niche podcast!

    As part of the production team on this show, I always love when there is a show dedicated to a specific interest. Payments Nerds does a great job discussing how to make payments easier and more efficient.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KNR55
    United States7 years ago
  • Pumped about this show!

    It's safe to say that everyone needs to know more about payments. This show will help you understand everything you need to know about them! As part of the production team for this show, I'm stoked to see where this show is headed. The first two episodes are great. Content is engaging and interesting, and production quality is 10/10! Don't miss out!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lesleycrews
    United States7 years ago

Listeners Say

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The host team is enthusiastic and credible, which makes complex topics approachable.
Great show with timely insights and a strong mix of guests.
Industry-leading guests provide valuable, actionable takeaways for practitioners.
Production quality is consistently high and the content stays relevant to payments professionals.
Listeners appreciate the focus on real-world use cases like RTP adoption and ISO 20022 transitions.

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Amplify Credit Union Leverages Instant Payments to Drive Growth and Redefine the Member Experience
Q: When did payments start moving from being invisible to a central part of Amplify's strategy?
The guest attributes the shift to the rapid pace of payments innovation and a decision to make payments a strategic priority, especially after implementing fee-free banking which increased awareness of payment infrastructure's role in deposits and interchange.
Instant Payments Strengthen Small Businesses: How Square and JPMorgan are Delivering Real-Time Cash Flow to SMBs over the RTP® Network
Q: How are JPMorgan and Block collaborating to embed RTP into SMB workflows?
Direct API integrations and partnerships with fintechs enable SMBs to embed real-time payments into operations, from paying suppliers to payroll, while maintaining security and trust.
Instant Payments Strengthen Small Businesses: How Square and JPMorgan are Delivering Real-Time Cash Flow to SMBs over the RTP® Network
Q: From a macro perspective, what are the top challenges SMBs face today and how do real-time payments address them?
Real-time payments help SMBs access funds immediately to cover payroll, inventory, and unexpected expenses, providing visibility and flexibility to manage cash flow and reduce friction in day-to-day operations.
The Future of Payments: BNY's Carl Slabicki on How Real-Time Innovation Is Reshaping Global Banking
Q: What are clients asking for in Instant Payments?
Clients seek real-time payment capabilities for liquidity control and immediate transactions, especially in urgent situations.
The Future of Payments: BNY's Carl Slabicki on How Real-Time Innovation Is Reshaping Global Banking
Q: What initiatives does BNY have for next year in Treasury Services?
They are focusing on providing more instant payment solutions globally and enhancing cross-border capabilities.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Payments Nerds

What is Payments Nerds about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A fast-paced, practitioner-focused show that explores the evolving payments landscape through conversations with senior bankers, payments executives, and fintech innovators. Episodes frequently center on real-time payments, instant settlement, cross-border rails, and modernization efforts like ISO 20022 adoption, with hands-on insights into implementation challenges, business case development, and operational improvements. The show shines when guests share concrete use cases, measurable savings, and practical paths to scale—from RTP rollouts at credit unions to enterprise-grade payment transformations in large banks. A standout trait is the ability to connect high-level industry trends to tangible customer and business outcomes, making it v... more

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Recent guests on Payments Nerds include:

1. Stacy Armijo
2. James Chi
3. Anna Garcia
4. John Foran
5. Michael Knorr
6. Carl Slabicki
7. Sheffali Welch
8. Deana Bartel

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