Best Findlay Marks Podcasts (2026)

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Crying + Trying: The Messy, Honest Work Of Healing After Heartbreak With Kim Murray 31:46

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Grief doesn’t follow rules, timelines, or tidy emotional stages, and Kim Murray knows that deeply. A young widow at forty-four with two children, Kim learned firsthand how confusing, exhausting, and disorienting life becomes when the world keeps moving but yours stops. She opens up about the early days of widowhood, parenting through grief, the pre…

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The Grief 2 Growth Journey: Finding Meaning After The Unimaginable With Brian D. Smith 54:50

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The emotional turmoil of loss requires more than just time; it demands the intentional "work" of navigating grief. Certified grief educator and certified life coach Brian D. Smith, host of the Grief 2 Growth podcast, joins the conversation to share how he transformed his own pain after the sudden loss of his daughter, Shayna, into a calling to help…

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How To Bring Lightness Into Grief With Marie Alessi 44:15

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Grief is quite challenging to deal with all year round, but it can be specifically tougher during the holiday season. Keynote speaker Marie Alessi talks about her mission to bring lightness into grief, not to make it completely go away, but instead make it much easier to handle. Reflecting on the sudden passing of her husband, she stresses the impo…

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Providing Support In The Bereavement World With Linda Findlay 43:37

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For a grieving person, the holiday season can be a painful reminder of loss while the whole world celebrates. Linda Findlay shares how she helps people in their own bereavement world to get through the holidays without sacrificing their peace of mind. She explains the importance of proactive communication with your loved ones about grief and the si…

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A Widower's Guide To Grief And Recovery With Herb Knoll 34:51

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Losing a spouse is devastating, but for widowers, the journey through grief often feels isolated and uncharted. Are you a widower searching for a roadmap? Wondering how to navigate the overwhelming emotional and practical challenges, especially during the holidays? In this exclusive conversation, we sit down with Herb Knoll, a widower, author, and …

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EP 282: Steven Ramirez, Beyond the Arc 24:42

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Fintech in 2025: an end of year review, and a look forward to 2026. Detailed Summary: In this episode of the Finovate podcast, Greg is joined by Steven Ramirez of Beyond the Arc to reflect on the key trends and developments that shaped the FinTech landscape in 2025 while offering predictions for 2026. The conversation explores the evolving dynamics…

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The Five Widows Club: Stories Of Love, Loss, And Living Again 19:58

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Grief changes everything, but storytelling can help us find our way back to ourselves. Dr. Tina Fornwald opens her heart to share the journey behind The Five Widows Club, her upcoming book that explores love, loss, and the raw reality of grief. Drawing from her own story of widowhood and the collective experiences of five women—Monique, Carmen, Ava…

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EP 281: Kyle Hauptman, NCUA 23:11

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Fintech, innovation, and the credit union landscape – a conversation with the Chairman of the NCUA. Detailed Summary: In this episode, Kyle Hauptman, Chairman of the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA), shares his insights on the evolving credit union landscape and the role of regulators in fostering innovation. Kyle reflects on his career …

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Share Your Story: The Healing Power Of Writing With Romana Hasenöhrl 46:12

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Learning to share your story after loss can feel daunting—but it’s also one of the most powerful ways to heal. Writing coach Romana Hasenöhrl joins Tina Fornwald to explore how creative expression helps us navigate grief, remember our loved ones, and rediscover joy. Through her own experience of losing her grandmother, Romana found comfort in writi…

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I Hate Doctor Who - 23 - The Tardis Team and The Five Doctors 2:02:52

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The time scoop has picked up Owen, Gav and Sean and dropped them into Richie's own Death Zone to watch 20th anniversary story The Five Doctors. Have they now seen enough Doctor Who to fully appreciate it?By I Hate Doctor Who

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How Widows Should Deal With Their Sex Life With Lexus Powell 1:01:31

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After the passing of their partners, widows are left alone to deal with grief. But despite the sadness and loneliness, they should not be deprived of enjoying a good sex life. I chat with sex coach Lexus Powell to find out how widows can enjoy pleasure and intimacy unapologetically – even while navigating grief. Inspired by her own experiences as a…

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Party in the USA! 33:35

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We're back! For one night only... to mark the greatest night of our lives. Scotland have qualified for the World Cup for the first time in 28 years. We've topped our qualification group for the first time since 1982. Steve Clarke is now officially our most successful manager of all time. And the three greatest Scotland goals in our history came on …

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EP 280: DJ Kurtze, Five Star Bank 19:42

2M ago19:42

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Rapid growth as a community bank – Five Star’s strategies for using fintech to expand their customer. Detailed Summary: This episode of the Finovate Podcast features DJ Kurtze, Executive Vice President and Bay Area President of Five Star Bank, discussing the community bank’s impressive growth trajectory and unique positioning in the competitive San…

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Glimpse Into The Life Of A Death Doula With Gabrielle Jimenez 1:06:39

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Dealing with your loved one’s last moments is not easy, but you have to make it count not just for your own peace, but also for the person lying on their deathbed. We hear the experiences and insights of Gabrielle Jimenez, a palliative care nurse who also works as a death doula. She discusses why communication, listening, and validation are essenti…

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EP 279: Kian Sarreshteh, InvestiFi 18:28

2M ago18:28

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Finovate Awards Winner InvestiFi on the changing investment landscape, consumer education, and bringing investment assets back to banks and CUs. Detailed Summary: In this episode of the Finovate Podcast, host Greg Palmer interviews Kian Sarrestheh, co-founder and CEO of InvestiFi the 2025 Finovate Awards winner in the Best Alternative Investment So…

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EP 155 - 2025 Vintage Rules BMX Series 1:16:55

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Wrap up of the 2025 Vintage Rules BMX Series with Chris Bird, founder of the series and all around good bloke! Visit my IG post for pictures from throughout the season. You can also find plenty of videos and pictures from the series on Chris's FB account, Vintage Rules BMX. Looking forward to 2026! As always, thank you for listening and thank you T…

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The Breath You Require For Navigating The Holidays With Addie Green 50:20

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Dealing with grief during the joyful ambiance of the holidays is one of the hardest and overwhelming feelings to handle. Helping you get through this season is Addie Green, a sensual movement teacher, who presents the benefits of grief-informed breathwork. She breaks down practical and conscious ways to tap into yourself and focus on your own breat…

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EP 278: Christopher D’Aprile, PrivacyGuard 23:19

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The real threat of AI-enabled fraud might not be what you think – hear from an expert on what you need to be focusing on right now. Detailed Summary: In this episode of the Finovate podcast, host Greg Palmer interviews Christopher D’Aprile, Director of Business Development at PrivacyGuard, following his keynote presentation at FinovateFall. D’April…

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A Widower’s Journey To Finding Purpose After Unspeakable Loss With James D. Price 40:34

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What does a man do when he feels like he wants to quit after his wife and his newborn child die? How do you begin the monumental task of finding purpose when the world doesn't give you the opportunity to cry and grieve? This is the journey of James D. Price, a widower who transformed his deepest pain into a calling to help others. He shares his raw…

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EP 277: John Findlay, Lemonade LXP 21:49

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This episode of the Finovate Podcast features an interview with John Findlay, CEO of Lemonade LXP, one of the Best of Show winners from FinovateFall. The conversation explores how Lemonade has transformed from its original 2018 concept into a comprehensive all-in-one learning and knowledge platform specifically designed for financial institutions. …

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Widowhood Coffee And Chat: Reflections From Another Year Of Life After Loss With Joi Brooks 39:49

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Every year, Tina Fornwald welcomes back Joi Brooks for an honest and heartfelt check-in on life after loss. In this year’s conversation, Joi shares candid reflections on moving forward after years of caregiving, navigating the complexities of travel and social life without her late husband, and redefining what happiness looks like at this stage of …

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EP 276: Shivangi Khanna and Sophie Jewsbury, Krida 18:20

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FinovateFall Best of Show winner Krida’s AI layer is transforming the lending process and deepening relationships to make the process easier for everyone. Detailed Summary: Krida, cofounders by Shivangi Khanna and Sophie Jewsbury join Greg on this episode to talk about their assistive AI tools for commercial loan officers in relationship banking an…

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Rivers In The Desert: Healing Hearts And Broken Places With Katherine E. ST. 1:06:51

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Grief touches every life, but in the midst of loss there are often unexpected glimmers of hope–rivers in the desert. In this heartfelt conversation, author Katherine E. ST. joins Tina Fornwald to share the journey behind her book Rivers in the Desert: Glimmers of Hope in Impossible Times. Together, they explore the many faces of grief — from the lo…

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EP 275: Mart Vos, Eko Investments 19:23

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FinovateFall Best of Show winner Eko Investments is bringing investment opportunities to early-stage investors, growing individual wealth and helping FIs of all sizes retain their customers. Detailed Summary: Mart Vos, CEO of Eko Investments, joins Greg to talk about his company’s role as a leading digital investment provider for credit unions and …

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Hope Grows Here: Building A Grief Support Community Beyond The Mic 10:48

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Grief support isn’t just a conversation—it’s a lifeline. In this heartfelt episode, Tina Fornwald steps out from behind the mic to reveal how Widowhood Real Talk with Tina has grown into a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit offering concrete ways to help widows, widowers, and families heal. She shares exciting details about the upcoming “Hope Grows Her…

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EP 274: Mitch Rutledge, Vertice AI 17:24

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FinovateFall Best of Show winner Vertice AI: Using AI to help smaller FI’s punch above their weight. Detailed Summary: In this episode, Greg catches up with Mitch Rutledge, CEO and co-founder of Vertice AI, who won Best of Show at FinovateFall. Mitch starts out by discussing his company’s mission to empower community financial institutions through …

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Dealing With Her Husband’s Suicide With Erin Carlson 57:20

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What do you do when you lose your husband to suicide? How do you live with it every single day, and how do you talk about it with other people? I sit down with Erin Carlson, who shares how she became a widow at 36 and was left with three children after her husband committed suicide. Now in her eighth year of widowhood just like me, she explains how…

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EP 273: Tim Li, LendAPI 17:19

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FinovateFall Best of Show winner LendAPI on the future of lending (spoiler: it’s gonna be a lot faster) Detailed Summary: In this episode of the Finovate podcast, host Greg interviews Tim Li, CEO and Co-Founder of LendAPI, a recent Best of Show winner at FinovateFall. LendAPI is described as a “super orchestration platform” that allows users to bui…

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Dealing With The Passing Of Family Members With Alicia Voss 1:01:19

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Losing a loved one is truly heartbreaking. How harder would it be if you had to deal with the death of several family members? Alicia Voss is here to share how she handled the passing of her mother and her spouse after they got divorced. She reflects on the importance of forgiving even when unasked for, the importance of self-grace in navigating th…

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EP 272: Shanthi Shanmugam, Casap 18:22

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FinovateFall Best of Show winner Casap on the biggest opportunity you’re missing to prove to your customers that you’re on their side. Detailed Summary: In this Finovate podcast episode, Greg interviews Shanthi Shanmugam, co-founder and CEO of Casap, a Best of Show winner at FinovateFall 2025. Shanthi explains that Casap was founded after she and h…

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Securing Life After Death With Pam Baker 1:00:53

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A lot of things have to be addressed and dealt with after a loved one’s passing, especially on the financial side. How can you handle life after death in the smoothest way possible? I sit down with Pam Baker, who talks about her book “Where’s the Key to the Safe?” She discusses how she handled the finances of her late husband while dealing with the…

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EP 271: Greg Sullins, Newgen Software 18:17

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AI is revolutionizing lending – are you ready? Detailed Summary: In this episode of the Finovate podcast, host Greg Palmer interviews Greg Sullins, head of the U.S. Banking Center of Excellence for Newgen Software. Sullins, with 35 years of banking experience, discusses how Newgen supports financial institutions in their digital banking transformat…

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I hate Doctor Who - 22 - The Tardis Team and Kinda 1:58:22

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Owen, Gav and Sean return as their journey through Doctor Who brings them to the bonkers fifth doctor story - Kinda. It's a firm fave of Richie's, but will they like it?By I Hate Doctor Who

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Healing Through Grief: How To Survive After Losing Your Husband And Best Friend With Yvette Lloyd 1:04:59

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Grief, trauma, and self-worth collide in this raw and empowering conversation on healing through grief. Yvette Lloyd—podcaster, businesswoman, and survivor—opens up about the compounding losses that shaped her, from the death of her husband and mother to the betrayal of friends and the weight of domestic violence. She shares not only what broke her…

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EP 270: Bridgit Antwi, Flutterwave 18:08

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Stablecoins, relationships, and licenses – inside the Flutterwave success story Detailed Summary: In this Finovate podcast, host Greg Palmer interviews Bridgit Antwi, Head of Strategy and Planning at Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments company. Founded in 2016 by Olubenga “GB” Agbola, Flutterwave was created to solve the significant friction in …

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How To Navigate Widowhood And All The Extra Responsibilities With Donna Kendrick 43:55

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What do you say to your children when their father dies by suicide? How do you get through the days when even taking a shower feels impossible? In this powerful episode, our guest Donna Kendrick opens up about what it really means to navigate widowhood—from surviving the early months of unbearable grief to finding meaning, community, and even love …

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EP 269: Rouzbeh Rotabi, Qolo 18:20

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The pitfalls of payments platforms that are “good enough” Detailed Summary: In this Finovate Podcast episode, host Greg Palmer interviews Rouzbeh Rotabi, Chief Revenue Officer at Qolo, about payment infrastructure modernization. Rotabi, with over 20 years of experience in fintech and payments, explains that banks face three main challenges: financi…

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Embracing God’s Presence In Widowhood With Florine Hurdle 1:12:45

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Widowhood is often associated with brokenness, depression, and isolation. But amidst the loneliness after losing a loved one, there is one thing that will never go away: God’s presence. I sit down with Florine Hurdle, author of two amazing books about widowhood, who shares how her faith carried her through the lowest point of her grieving journey. …

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I Hate Doctor Who - 21 - Danny, Findlay and the Edge of Destruction 1:27:19

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Richie's hit the Fast Return switch and gone all the way back to the beginning of Doctor Who! Stirring from unconsciousness he awakens to find two familiar faces...his old podcasting pals Danny and Findlay who are joining him as he makes them watch the First Doctor story 'Edge of Destruction'.By I Hate Doctor Who

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EP 268: Assaf Baciu, Persado 19:28

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Your new go-to-market(ing) strategy – balancing compliance and speed with agentic AI Detailed Summary: In this Finovate Podcast episode, Greg interviews Asaf Baciu, President and Co-Founder of Persado, an agentic AI platform that optimizes both marketing performance and regulatory compliance for financial institutions. Assaf explains how banks and …

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The Tips You Need To Sell And Purchase A Home After Your Spouse Dies With Jose Reyes Jr. 1:08:39

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Aside from dealing with grief after losing the love of your life, there is also the burden of sorting out your possessions, primarily your home. Jose Reyes Jr., a realtor with REMAX and a widower, is here to discuss how to handle a home sale and purchase after your spouse dies. He explores practical advice on handling these real estate deals, which…

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EP 267: David Tyree, DEA (ret.), Valid8 Financial 21:46

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Fighting crime through collaboration – lessons from a retired DEA Special Agent. Detailed Summary: In this Finovate podcast episode, host Greg Palmer interviews David Tyree, a retired DEA special agent now serving as a senior advisor with Valid8 Financial. Tyree shares his extensive career journey from joining the DEA in 1998 to working in various …

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Death, Dollars, And Moving Forward: Philip Weiss Talks Widowhood Finances 33:40

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Losing a spouse is a life-altering event that can throw everything, especially finances, into disarray. In this episode, Tina Fornwald welcomes Philip Weiss, founder of Apprise Wealth Management and seasoned financial expert with over 25 years of experience, to unpack the complexities of navigating finances after widowhood. Phil, holding prestigiou…

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EP 266: Tamara Laine, MPWR 22:05

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Supporting the gig economy and ethical AI – two massive components you can’t afford to ignore. Detailed Summary: In this episode of the Finovate podcast, host interviews Tamara Laine, founder of MPWR, who shares her unique journey from professional ballerina and choreographer to documentary filmmaker, investigative journalist, and finally tech entr…

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The Art Of Living With Grief With Carol Banens 46:50

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Experiencing the profound journey of living with grief, especially after the loss of a spouse, can feel incredibly isolating and overwhelming. In this episode, Tina Fornwald welcomes Carol Banens, author of Kintsugi Your Heart and certified grief educator, to share her personal experience and expert insights. Carol unravels common myths surrounding…

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EP 265: Catherine Lynch, Citizens Bank 18:59

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The importance of human-centered innovation – one banker’s thoughts on building the right kind of innovative community. Detailed Summary: In this Finovate podcast, Greg Palmer interviews Catherine Lynch, who leads digital experience and human-centered design at Citizens, a super-regional bank with approximately 1,000 branches primarily in the North…

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Unfiltered Moments Of Grief: Love, Loss, And Memory With Shundra Chamberliss 46:18

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In a world where loss leaves echoes, how do we navigate the labyrinth of memory? Join us as Shundra Chamberliss bravely confronts the hidden corners of grief, where the past intertwines with the present in unexpected ways. Discover how life's diverse experiences shape our sorrow and what happens when grief is complicated by more than just the absen…

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Your Story Isn't Over: Life After Widowhood With Rachel Powell 56:08

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Have you ever felt like your world has been reduced to rubble? Like the very foundation beneath you has crumbled, leaving you lost and wondering if there's anything left to build upon? Our guest today, Rachel Powell, knows that feeling intimately. After the profound loss of her husband, she found herself navigating the bewildering landscape of life…

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From Heartbreak to Healing: Life After Loss With AJ Coleman 56:49

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What does it really mean to move forward—not just move on—after unimaginable loss?" In this heartfelt continuation of last week's episode, AJ Coleman returns to The Widowhood to open up about his journey as a single father after the devastating loss of his wife, Cory. With rare vulnerability, he shares the quiet strength it took to raise his daught…

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Avoid Becoming A Catfishing Victim With AJ Coleman 45:44

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Widows and widowers often become victims of catfishing schemes because of the false notion that they have immense wealth and overflowing bank accounts. But most of the time, they have already exhausted their money to pay for funeral and medical bills. AJ Coleman is here to share some preventive measures to avoid being catfished, especially if you a…