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Government

Updated 01/12/2020
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Film Interviews

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13/12/2023

Hitting the perfect note with Louisa Morgan

Louisa Morgan has had many acts in her life, but her favorite involved a deep-rooted passion for classical music and opera singing. Her new novel, The Ghosts of Beatrice Bird, is a lovely combination of the many twists and turns her own life has brought about. Adam's Boston Marathon fundraiser for the Boston Medical Center

13/12/2023

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41 min
27/05/2025

NASA Federal's Formula for Digital Transformation Success

In this episode of the FIsionaries Podcast from Co:lab 2025, I'm joined by Liam Petraska, Digital Banking Manager at NASA Federal Credit Union. Petraska shares the remarkable story of how the $5.5 billion credit union transformed its member experience from a dated platform with 1.3-star reviews to a modern solution earning 4.8 stars in less than 18 months. He reveals the keys to their success, including strong leadership buy-in, cross-functional collaboration, clear communication strategies, and a culture that embraces continuous evolution. Tune in to discover how NASA Federal approaches vendor selection, manages organizational change, and maintains momentum in the constantly evolving landscape of digital banking.

27/05/2025

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38 min
01/02/2023

How a Data-Led Culture Transforms the Customer Journey

Nothing will ever beat the service you can receive in a conversation with a real human being. But, in an age where people connect through mobile devices more than ever, data and analytics can support engagement across the customer journey. Beyond risk and fraud detection, customer data and analytics can now monitor the financial health and needs of customers and members, including small business clients. My guest on the FIsionaries podcast is Matthew Teoli, VP of Digital Channels at the $1B Florida Credit Union in Gainsville Florida. Matt shares data can personalize banking services and drive member engagement for improved results. Watch the video version of this interview on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@Alkamitech

01/02/2023

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31 min
24/02/2023

Reimagining Legacy Business Models at Coastal Bank

Community banks and credit unions have taken deposits and made loans to consumers, small businesses and dreamers of all kinds for decades. Over the years, the business model for these institutions has remained virtually the same. But the marketplace has changed. Today, instead of being forced to choose the products that financial institutions offer, customers have come to demand the personalized products that they want from their bank or credit union. My guest on the FIsionaries podcast is Curt Queyrouze, President, Coastal Community Bank. We discuss how a $3.2 billion bank in Everett, Washington is rethinking the products and services offered and the delivery channels used to better serve customers, employees and shareholders.

24/02/2023

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36 min
21/02/2024

Air Force FCU’s Digital Transformation Flies High

We’re honored to have Greg Barnes, Chief Operations Officer, and Abigail Riesner, Manager of Digital Solutions at the Air Force FCU on the show. They offer an insider’s perspective on their credit union’s ambitious digital transformation that has resulted in decisions like discontinuing CO-OP shared branching, elevating member’s digital experiences, overcoming internal and external challenges, and integrating emerging technologies. With an eye towards constant evolution through collaborative solutions, Air Force FCU aims to continuously expand their technology ecosystem to empower member financial success. For any organization looking to champion digital advancement, this episode provided inspiration and guidance direct from the source.

21/02/2024

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43 min
04/10/2024

We Want Your Stories!

Hey, Living for We listeners, long time no see! We're gearing up for season 2, which will focus on the gun violence epidemic in the Cleveland area. We want to hear from you! If you have been personally impacted by gun violence, or are working to solve this problem in your community, please leave us a voice message at https://www.speakpipe.com/LivingForWeSeason2. Or, please share this link with anyone in your life who has a story to tell. We might use the voicemail on the show, or call you for a full interview!

04/10/2024

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2 min
27/07/2022

Kermit in the chaos with Brad Meltzer

On the second episode of Passions & Prologues, Brad Meltzer joins the podcast to discuss a passion that he and Adam share- THE MUPPETS! They talk about their first memories of watching Sesame Street, how they bonded over a mutual love of the holiday classic Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas, and why they both see themselves in Kermit the Frog. Brad then shares a few family memories with The Muppets themselves before transitioning to talking about his research into Dolly Parton for his latest children’s book. Brad is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of countless thrillers for adults as well as the creator of the wildly popular Ordinary People Change the World series for children. The latest book in that series is I Am Dolly Parton and it’s available wherever you buy books. Also, be sure to watch the incredible PBS series based off the books, Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum. You can view the episode transcript here. Enjoyed this episode? Be sure to rate and review us on whatever platform you listen to your podcasts and send your feedback to passionsandprologues@gmail.com. If you email us proof of your review, Adam will send you a personalized book recommendation via email! Thank you to everyone who did so after episode 1!

27/07/2022

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39 min
08/02/2023

Lyrical storytelling with Nick Brooks

Nick Brooks is an author hip hop artist and an award-winning filmmaker. All his life, he's find stories in the music he listens to, transforming them into films, lyrics, and, now, his massively awaited new novel, Promise Boys. In this discussion, Adam and Nick chat about his foundational love of rap, the groups he fell in love with, and how he determines what medium to tell his stories in. Enjoyed this episode? Be sure to rate and review us on whatever platform you listen to your podcasts and send your feedback to passionsandprologues@gmail.com. If you email us proof of your review, Adam will send you a personalized book recommendation via email!

08/02/2023

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34 min
02/11/2022

The beauty of repeating a single note with Martha Anne Toll

Martha Anne Toll has lived a musical life. She was raised with siblings who formed a family string quartet, studied with a world class teacher for viola, and spent countless hours perfecting the singular notes that, collectively, make beautiful music. In addition to music, Martha has a love of books few can match, interviewing authors and reviewing stories for NPR while she’s also spent a lifetime in social justice. In this discussion, Adam and Martha discuss how her passion for music surrounded her childhood, the teacher who helped her understand the intricacies of her instrument, and her exceptional debut novel, Three Muses. Books mentioned in this episode A Small Porch by Wendell Berry Harlem Shuffle by Colson Whitehead Evicted by Matthew Desmond An Equal Music by Vikram Seth Enjoyed this episode? Be sure to rate and review us on whatever platform you listen to your podcasts and send your feedback to passionsandprologues@gmail.com. If you email us proof of your review, Adam will send you a personalized book recommendation via email!

02/11/2022

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47 min
25/01/2023

Philosophically psychological with Jennifer Herrera

Jennifer Herrera's new book, The Hunter, is a psychological thriller that will leave you guessing every step of the way. When you learn about her extensive knowledge of both philosophy and psychology in this chat, you'll uncover how she was able to weave such an incredible mystery that is also packed with feeling and emotion. This wide-ranging chat goes into her studies in college, her budding interest after that into the world of psychology as well as Jennifer and Adam's shared history in the small towns of Ohio. Books mentioned in this episode: An Anonymous Girl by Greer Hendricks and Sarah Pekkanen Women who Run with the Wolves by Clarissa Pinkola Estés Enjoyed this episode? Be sure to rate and review us on whatever platform you listen to your podcasts and send your feedback to passionsandprologues@gmail.com. If you email us proof of your review, Adam will send you a personalized book recommendation via email!

25/01/2023

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50 min

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