Banking Out Loud
A Podcast for Banking Professionals

This podcast brings together industry experts and banking professionals to discuss the latest trends, technology and strategies relevant to the banking sector. Tune in to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry.

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Latest Episodes:

Episode 27
Modernizing Canadian Check Clearing: Community Bank Insights

Episode 27 (00:22:57)

In this episode of Banking Out Loud, PCBB’s Matt Helsing talks with three community bankers about modernizing the way they clear Canadian checks. By leveraging PCBB’s Canadian Check Image solution thr...

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Episode 26
2026 Banking Predictions: A Discussion with PCBB’s President

Episode 26 (00:38:59)

PCBB President Mike Dohren shares 2026 predictions for community banks — covering profitability, customer engagement, AI, cyber risk, stablecoin, and faster payments — along with practical guidance on...

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Episode 25
Industry Experts Discuss Today's Existential Banking Challenges

Episode 25 (01:13:47)

This special episode brings together a powerhouse panel of industry experts to tackle the existential challenges facing community financial institutions (CFIs) today. In a banking environment shaped b...

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Episode 24
Strategic Planning Tips From PCBB’s CEO: AI, Change & Growth

Episode 24 (00:26:35)

NOW LIVE! In this episode of Banking Out Loud, host Sonia Portwood and industry veteran Curt Hecker, CEO of PCBB, unravel the essentials of strategic planning for community financial institutions (CFI...

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Episode 23
Banking on Cannabis: Risks, Rewards & Regulations

Episode 23 (00:38:00)

As the cannabis industry grows, community financial institutions face a pivotal decision—should they step into the Marijuana-Related Banking (MRB) space? In this episode, we explore the evolving lands...

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