Real-Life Finance® Podcast #20 | Expanding access: The story of Generations Community Bank

Real-Life Finance® Podcast #20 | Expanding access: The story of Generations Community Bank

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2393337/fan_mail/new] Hosted by Old National Bank Financial Empowerment Director Ben Joergens, each Real-Life Finance® episode focuses on everyday financial solutions that empower listeners to build the financial future they richly deserve. In this episode, Rafael Sanchez, Chief Impact Officer at Old National Bank, and Al London, President and CEO of Generations Community Bank, join host Ben Joergens to discuss the creation of Indiana’s first Minority Depository Institution and its mission to expand access to financial opportunity. They explore why MDIs matter, how Generations Community Bank is working to serve underserved communities, and the role relationship-based banking plays in building trust, financial capability, and long-term wealth.

Real-Life Finance Podcast #19 | Economic Pulse

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2393337/fan_mail/new] In this episode, Matt Finn, Chief Economist Managing Director at Old National Bank, joins host Ben Joergens for an economic check-in focused on what everyday consumers should pay attention to and what they can tune out. They discuss inflation, interest rates, tariffs, oil prices, housing affordability, labor trends and AI, with practical takeaways to help listeners make sense of the headlines and feel more confident in their financial decisions.

Real-Life Finance Podcast #18 | Making 529 Plans Less Intimidating

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2393337/fan_mail/new] Kyle Aiton, Small Business Banking Relationship Manager at Old National Bank, joins host Ben Joergens to share a real‑life perspective on saving for education through 529 plans. In recognition of 529 Day, they discuss how starting small, automating savings, and planning around busy family life can help parents build confidence and take meaningful steps toward their children’s future.

Real-Life Finance Podcast #17 | Start Small with Your Money

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2393337/fan_mail/new] Christen Osowski, Community Banking Market Manager, joins the conversation to break down the money basics that help reduce stress and build confidence. From budgeting and everyday spending habits to credit, saving, and getting started with investing, Christen shares practical, easy-to-apply guidance designed to help listeners start small, build awareness, and feel more comfortable with their financial decisions.

Real-Life Finance Podcast #16 | Reducing Risk, Protecting Assets, Planning with Confidence

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2393337/fan_mail/new] Hosted by Old National Bank Financial Empowerment Director Ben Joergens, each Real-Life Finance episode focuses on everyday financial solutions that empower listeners to build the financial future they richly deserve. In this episode, Laura Nowinski, Attorney at Deig Law, joins the conversation to discuss how legal and financial choices intersect during major life transitions. From planning ahead and protecting assets to managing budgets during stressful moments, Laura shares practical insight on reducing financial risk, avoiding costly mistakes, and making informed decisions when it matters most.