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Open Banking
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Agentic AI
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Quantum Computing
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Defense Credit Union Council
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The fintech industry is evolving rapidly, and the BIGcast is here to delve into its impact on the credit union industry. Our esteemed guests from across the financial, technology and security sectors will provide thrilling perspectives on the latest fintech innovations that are poised to revolutionize the way we handle our finances. Each week join thought-leader, John Best and subject matter exper... more

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Laura Gibson-Lamothe, the Georgia Fintech Academy's Executive Director, provides firsthand coverage of the key takeaways from Money 20/20 Europe. Laura and Glen also discuss broader trends in talent development/demand and regional differences in bank... more

Our second batch of interviews stemming from the Financial Health Network's EMERGE conference, both with founders of compelling fintech startups: ROX CEO Lara Hodgson (breaking down barriers to SMB credit/liquidity) and Poncho CEO John Brown (financi... more

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Glen shares highlights from the Financial Health Network's EMERGE conference, including interviews with a pair of trailblazing co-founders: Debbie Rewards' Frida Leibowitz and Prosprous.ai's Ted Leung. Also- Illinois kicks the interchange can down th... more

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Glen and John dissect a recent online airing of grievances regarding AI's perceived shortcomings. To Glen's surprise, John finds validity to some of these criticisms. Also- the Pope weighs in, robots close the human gap, the term "neuro-symbolic AI" ... more

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Hosts

John Best
Host with deep involvement in the BIGcast; focused on fintech and credit union innovation; frequent guest across episodes.
Glen Sarvady
Co-host and subject matter expert; long-time fintech industry commentator focusing on credit unions, payments, and technology strategy.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • A fantastic listen!

    If you’re looking to stay informed on the latest in an ever-evolving fintech landscape - you’ve come to the right place! John and Glen have such a great back and forth and their interviews are incredibly engaging (and can be pretty funny at times). Fantastic content, delivered in an easy to consume format, FOR FREE - can’t recommend BIGcast highly enough.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    oliviabaker13
    United States5 years ago
  • Awesome Podcast!!!

    John, host of The BIGCast podcast, highlights all aspects of financial technology innovations and more in this can’t miss podcast! The host and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Clarisse Gomez
    United States6 years ago
  • Always a great listen, and always some thought provoking topics.

    Great content. Insightful interviews with fintech leaders and innovators, and recap of financial news.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Money2020 attendee
    United States7 years ago
  • Fintech insights

    Great insights, casual rapport, good humor. One of the best sources I’ve found for fintech, payments and credit unions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Catharine Burhenne
    United States8 years ago
  • Great primmer...on well, everything!

    Long time listener to the PodCast and first time review (sorry for the delay John). The BigCast does an excellent job providing a survey of financial institution needs and fintech solutions. Particular benefit is provided from the team’s leg work and recommended resources for further reading (or viewing in the case of Manuel Stagars). Keep them coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I don't rate
    United States9 years ago

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Broad, accessible coverage of fintech, payments, and credit unions with real-world updates.
The hosts have great back-and-forth and interview engaging fintech leaders with humor.
Insightful interviews with fintech leaders, practical advice for listeners.
Casual yet informative delivery makes complex topics approachable for practitioners.

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It's a Small (and Chaotic) World After All
Q: What were Lou Grilli's key takeaways from the Stockholm conference?
Lou emphasizes that while there are differences in regulatory environments and competition, the overarching credit union ethos—people before profits and cooperative spirit—remains strong globally, with AI, open banking, and regulatory themes weaving through many sessions.
How Many CUSOs Can Fit into a Yacht Club?
Q: What is a QSO, and why is collaboration so central to its model?
QSOs are joint ventures that let credit unions share exclusive resources and capabilities, from data science to lending platforms, enabling smaller credit unions to access scale and specialized services that would be hard to build alone. The conversation emphasizes collaboration as a core driver of effectiveness and policy advocacy across the industry.
Venturing into the Credit Union Vanguard
Q: How does ScribeUp handle subscription data across multiple payment sources?
ScribeUp uses a bill finder approach, pulling raw transaction feeds from various accounts (checking, cards, etc.), applying AI to identify bills, and offering one-click cancellation and ongoing management within the credit union's ecosystem.
Venturing into the Credit Union Vanguard
Q: What is Goodbuy's value proposition for credit unions and their small-business members?
Goodbuy embeds a marketplace inside credit unions to help local small businesses reach members with discounts and offers, turning the marketplace into a lead-generation and engagement tool while maintaining white-label branding for the credit union.
Venturing into the Credit Union Vanguard
Q: What deployment options does Reset offer for credit unions with different core and card processors?
Reset provides three deployment paths, including a zero-integration card processor option for quick proofs of concept and more automated routing options depending on the credit union's card processor, with an emphasis on scalable embedding.

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

The show consistently covers fintech innovation as it intersects with credit unions, focusing on AI, payments infrastructure, regulatory developments, and open banking. Hosts explore practical deployments, guardrails, and real-world use cases with industry leaders, regulators, and technologists. Episodes often feature strategic guidance for credit unions and fintechs, insights into data privacy, and updates from major conferences, making it a practical resource for executives, product leaders, and policy-minded professionals navigating the evolving financial services landscape. A standout trait is the cadence of hands-on discussions with practitioners, plus a willingness to tackle timely topics (AI governance, stablecoins, and API-driven da... more

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