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Once a month, our card and banking leaders ditch their meetings for microphones to share buzzword-heavy predictions, recent market developments and pressing trends in the U.S. financial industry. Have questions? Want to hear us discuss a specific topic? Email us at ExtraCredit@transunion.com Visit our website at https://www.transunion.com/extracreditpod The information discussed in this podcast constitutes the opinion of TransUnion, and TransUnion shall have no liability for any actions taken based upon the content of this podcast.

  1. 4d ago

    Episode 45: The New Face of Fraud: AI, Credit Washing and the Growing Risk to Lenders

    How AI, credit washing and synthetic identities are changing the fraud landscape for lenders Lenders face mounting fraud risks as increasingly sophisticated scams, synthetic identities, account takeover attacks and emerging forms of credit abuse continue to evolve. In this episode of Extra Credit, TransUnion’s Adam Russell and Justin Murry join Craig and Josh to discuss how fraudsters are using technology, consumer data and AI to operate at greater scale and speed than ever before. The conversation explores several of the most significant fraud trends affecting lenders today, including synthetic identity fraud, credit washing and AI-enabled scams. The guests examine why these threats are becoming harder to detect, the risks they can conceal within lending portfolios and why fraud now demands attention well beyond the fraud department. Adam and Justin also share practical steps lenders can take to strengthen their fraud strategies — from benchmarking and implementing layered defenses to cross-industry collaboration. Looking ahead, they consider how AI will continue transforming both attack methods and prevention capabilities, making innovation and adaptability critical to staying ahead of what comes next. The information discussed in this podcast constitutes the opinion of TransUnion, and TransUnion shall have no liablity for any actions taken based upon the content of this podcast.

  2. Jun 17

    Episode 44: Why Growth Persists Despite Rising Headwinds for Consumer Credit Health

    Recorded live at TransUnion’s 2026 Financial Services Summit, this episode features a timely conversation with S&P Global Chief Economist Paul Gruenwald on the forces shaping the macroeconomic outlook for lenders and financial institutions. While the global economy faces significant headwinds, including tariffs, energy market disruption and geopolitical tensions, Gruenwald explains that growth has remained surprisingly resilient, supported largely by a strong labor market and steady consumer activity. The information discussed in this podcast constitutes the opinion of TransUnion, and TransUnion shall have no liablity for any actions taken based upon the content of this podcast.

  3. May 27

    Episode 43: Why Credit Score Choice Matters More Than Ever

    In this episode, Craig LaChapelle is joined by VantageScore’s Jeff Richardson and TransUnion’s Matias Petersen to unpack the growing importance of credit score choice. They discuss how market volatility, competition and regulatory shifts are driving adoption across lending segments, from mortgage to auto and cards. The conversation highlights practical considerations — from model performance and governance to operational rollout — while outlining how lenders can test, validate and scale new scoring approaches to improve portfolio outcomes and expand access. The information discussed in this podcast constitutes the opinion of TransUnion, and TransUnion shall have no liablity for any actions taken based upon the content of this podcast.

  4. Mar 12

    Episode 42: The Consumer Credit Outlook: What’s Ahead for 2026

    Join Craig, Josh and Charlie Wise, TransUnion’s EVP of Global Research and Consulting, as they unpack the forces shaping the 2026 consumer credit landscape. From a stabilizing macroeconomic backdrop to evolving lender strategies, Charlie walks through key trends across credit cards, auto, personal loans and mortgage. He also explores the implications of affordability pressures, interest rate expectations and the K shaped dynamics influencing consumer financial health. The information discussed in this podcast constitutes the opinion of TransUnion, and TransUnion shall have no liablity for any actions taken based upon the content of this podcast.

  5. Jan 8

    Episode 41: The Credit Trends and Tech Shaping 2026

    As 2025 comes to a close, economic uncertainty and volatility remain top of mind for lenders and consumers alike. In this episode, Jason Laky, EVP of Financial Services at TransUnion®, joins Josh and Craig to unpack the year’s biggest credit trends — from resilient consumer demand to challenges in mortgage and auto — and what they signal for 2026. Jason also explores how lenders are leveraging alternative data and AI to manage risk and drive inclusion in a rapidly evolving market. The information discussed in this podcast constitutes the opinion of TransUnion, and TransUnion shall have no liablity for any actions taken based upon the content of this podcast.

  6. 12/04/2025

    Episode 40: Resilient but Uneven: How Consumers Are Weathering Credit Pressures

    Pete Turek — a TransUnion® SVP responsible for overseeing relationships with more than 120 of the nation’s leading financial institutions — join Josh and Craig this month to unpack insights from the latest Consumer Industry Insights Report. The discussion highlights a “K-shaped” dynamic in lending, with strong growth at both ends of the credit spectrum, record personal loan originations and Gen Z’s rising influence. The conversation also covers tighter credit lines, longer auto loan terms, delinquency trends across products and the impact of the recent government shutdown. Looking ahead, the group examines how tax season, student loan offsets and macroeconomic factors could shape consumer credit performance in early 2026. For lenders and risk professionals, this episode offers a clear, data-driven view of where consumer credit stands — and what’s next. The information discussed in this podcast constitutes the opinion of TransUnion, and TransUnion shall have no liablity for any actions taken based upon the content of this podcast.

  7. 10/30/2025

    Episode 39: Rewiring Credit Furnishment for a New Era

    Christian Widhalm, CEO of Bloom Credit, joins the latest episode of Extra Credit to unpack the evolving landscape of credit data furnishment. Christian shares how Bloom is tackling the limitations of legacy credit reporting formats — originally designed for traditional products and monthly cycles — and helping lenders report both conventional and alternative data more accurately and in real time. The conversation covers the rise of BNPL, the promise of transactional data for underserved consumers and regulatory headwinds shaping open banking. Widhalm also weighs in on why traditional credit data isn’t dead — despite the hype — and how FinTech partnerships are accelerating innovation across the lending ecosystem.

  8. 10/01/2025

    Episode 38: How Financial Institutions Win With Data-Driven Marketing

    In this episode of Extra Credit, Harmon Lyons, VP of Strategy and Market Development for TransUnion’s financial services marketing solutions, joins Craig and Josh for a deep dive into the evolving role of data in financial services marketing. Harmon shares insights from nearly 30 years in the industry, highlighting how all FS marketers — from regional credit unions to national banks — can overcome fragmentation, connect with customers across channels and prove ROI. The conversation covers best practices for identity resolution, the importance of brand building — even on modest budgets — and how to balance acquisition and retention strategies. Whether you're a CMO or in a marketing-adjacent role, this episode offers a practical look at how data-driven strategies are reshaping the way financial institutions engage with consumers. The information discussed in this podcast constitutes the opinion of TransUnion, and TransUnion shall have no liablity for any actions taken based upon the content of this podcast.

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Once a month, our card and banking leaders ditch their meetings for microphones to share buzzword-heavy predictions, recent market developments and pressing trends in the U.S. financial industry. Have questions? Want to hear us discuss a specific topic? Email us at ExtraCredit@transunion.com Visit our website at https://www.transunion.com/extracreditpod The information discussed in this podcast constitutes the opinion of TransUnion, and TransUnion shall have no liability for any actions taken based upon the content of this podcast.

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  • Creator
    TransUnion
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    45
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