The Honest Money Talk Newlyweds Need (#81)

How Normal Folks Change the World: Q&A with Bill Courtney (#82)

How can ordinary people make an extraordinary impact for the underdogs in their community? In our newest episode, football coach and Memphis native Bill Courtney shares his journey from underdog to mentor, serving students as a coach and inspiring others— leading to the Oscar-winning documentary Undefeated. Bill is the host of An Army of Normal Folks [https://www.normalfolks.us/] podcast, where he interviews everyday people making an impact in their communities. This is a conversation you don't want to miss! 01:15 – How did your journey begin? 04:22 – What aspect of coaching made it such a passion for you? 08:56 – Can you tell us about the Oscar-winning documentary, Undefeated, made about you? 14:00 – Can you tell us about your podcast, An Army of Normal Folks, and the service clubs that go with it? 18:40 – What defines great leadership? 27:34 – Why is financial literacy important? 32:40 – What encouragement would you give to people who want to help but don't know where to start? 36:10 – What is the best financial advice you've ever been given? 41:34 – If you found some extra change in your pocket, what would you spend it on? To listen to An Army of Normal Folks podcast, visit https://www.normalfolks.us/. [https://www.normalfolks.us/.] For more information about Bill Courtney, visit https://www.coachbillcourtney.com/. [https://www.coachbillcourtney.com/.] The Pocket Change Podcast is presented by Leaders Credit Union. To learn more about Leaders, visit leaderscu.com [https://www.leaderscu.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral].

The Honest Money Talk Newlyweds Need (#81)

Why is having honest money conversations so important for newlyweds? In this episode, Jackson and Amy Glas reflect on their first year of marriage, share real-life stories, and offer practical tips for saving money, building trust, and keeping your relationship with each other and your money transparent. 01:26 – Tell us about your story. How did you two meet? 03:28 – In many relationships, someone is a saver and someone is a spender. Which are each of you? 07:11 – As the spender, what do you like to spend your money on? 08:40 – What are your smart saving tips? 17:10 – Did you experience any struggles combining finances when you got married? 18:42 – What tips do you have for people who are about to get married? 21:42 – You mentioned that you like to travel. Do you have any fun trips planned for 2026? 26:15 – What's the best financial advice you've ever been given? 30:32 – If you found some extra change in your pocket, what would you spend it on? The Pocket Change Podcast is presented by Leaders Credit Union. To learn more about Leaders, visit leaderscu.com [https://www.leaderscu.com/].

Your Business Called. It Wants a Champion. (#80)

Do you own a business and are looking for someone to champion you along the way? Hear from our Business Champion, Tanner Spencer, as he shares how Leaders Business Services [https://www.leaderscu.com/business-accounts] supports businesses of all sizes — from side-gigs to local businesses. Listen to the full episode to discover how Business Services could help you, how to get connected, and what characteristics build a great team. Highlights: 01:02 – Tell us about yourself and how you got to Leaders. 03:03 – What did you enjoy about managing a Leaders branch? 04:10 – What does great teamwork look like to you? 05:05 – What does a day serving members in Business Services look like? 06:04 – What kind of businesses does Leaders serve? 06:28 – What are some common problems our business members face and what solutions do you offer? 08:27 – What does a new business need to get started? 09:55 – How can someone go about meeting with Leaders Business Services? 10:44 – What is the best financial advice you've ever been given? 11:50 – If you found some extra change in your pocket, what would you spend it on? Wanting to get connected with Leaders Business Services? Call 731-664-1784 to book an appointment or learn more at leaderscu.com/business-accounts [https://www.leaderscu.com/business-accounts]. The Pocket Change Podcast is presented by Leaders Credit Union. To learn more about Leaders, visit leaderscu.com [https://www.leaderscu.com/].

Memphis' Tulip Takeover: The Dixon's 50-Year Legacy (#79)

Discover Memphis' most beautiful secret on the Pocket Change Podcast as the Dixon Gallery & Gardens celebrates their 50th anniversary! Join us on our latest episode to hear from Dale Skaggs, Director of Horticulture at Dixon Gallery and Gardens, as he shares his love for plants and the history behind the Dixon. 00:58 – Tell us about yourself and how you got to the Dixon. 02:31 – Can you share the story of the Dixon Gallery & Gardens? 03:48 – How are you celebrating the Dixon's 50th Anniversary? 05:59 – Can you share about the documentary on the Dixon? 06:47 – What can people expect from the tulips this year? 07:55 – At what point did you realize that this had become more than a seasonal display? 10:23 – How many quests do you anticipate this season? 12:00 – Can you tell us about your acquiring and naming your 50th Anniversary tulip? 14:58 – How did the Dixon come to have free entry? 16:47 – What's the best time to see the tulips and what can visitors expect? 18:04 – How does the Dixon positively impact the Memphis community? 19:39 – What's the best financial advice you've ever been given? 20:31 – If you found some extra change in your pocket, what would you spend it on? Learn more about the Dixon Gallery & Gardens by visiting dixon.org [https://www.dixon.org/]. The Pocket Change Podcast is presented by Leaders Credit Union. To learn more about Leaders, visit leaderscu.com [https://www.leaderscu.com/].

Blue Suede Shoes: Rockabilly in the Hub City (#78)

Did you know that without Rockabilly, there would be no Beatles? Discover the roots of Rockabilly and its impact on West Tennessee culture on this episode of the Pocket Change Podcast with Beth Bolton from Visit Jackson and Dr. Jeremy Tubbs, Music Professor from the University of Memphis Lambuth. Listen to the full episode to learn Jackson's connection to rockabilly through Carl Perkins, how you can get involved in the local music scene, and get information about the upcoming event, Blue Suede Rockabilly Weekend. Highlights: 01:15 – Beth, can you tell us about yourself and your role at Visit Jackson, TN? 02:27 – Jeremy, how did you get involved in the Jackson music scene? 03:37 – How did you two get connected? 04:12 – What is involved in Jackson Hidden Tracks and the Jackson Music Society? 05:39 – Why is it important to invest in music in our community? 07:07 – Can you tell us about the Blue Suede Rockabilly Weekend coming up? 11:37 – Are Rockabilly festivals common? What makes them unique? 12:07 – What makes Rockabilly music distinct? 16:28 – Why is Rockabilly music so important to Jackson? 17:37 – How can an aspiring musician or someone interested in live music get involved in this area? 19:53 – What is the best piece of financial advice you've ever been given? 22:37 – If you found some extra change in your pocket, what would you spend it on? Get connected with the local music scene in Jackson through Jackson Hidden Tracks [https://jacksonhiddentracks.com/]. Also, learn more about the Blue Suede Rockabilly Weekend [https://www.bluesuedeweekend.com/] and get your tickets today. The Pocket Change Podcast is presented by Leaders Credit Union. To learn more about Leaders, visit leaderscu.com [https://www.leaderscu.com/]. #Money #Music #Rockabilly