Banking on You

How St. Louis Is Helping Shape the Future of Financial Services

St. Louis is often defined by its challenges, but those who live and build here know a very different story. In this episode, Josh Rodriguez launches the new Banking on St. Louis series with Doug Wilber of venture capital firm SixThirty. Together, they explore how collaboration, innovation, and a powerful financial services ecosystem are helping St. Louis shape the future of fintech, health, wealth, and privacy. Full Show Notes: https://blog.westcommunitycu.org/podcast/bankingonyoupod-episode-10-how-stl-helps-shape-financial-future/

Helping Our Communities Thrive

What does it really mean for a credit union to help communities thrive? In this episode, our host Josh Rodriguez sits down with Lori Hudson and CEO Jason Peach to explore how West Community & Tigers Community Credit Union have built a culture where volunteering, giving, and community engagement aren’t just encouraged, they’re part of who they are. From hands‑on service projects to lasting partnerships, this conversation shows how people helping people can create meaningful impact. See full show notes: https://blog.westcommunitycu.org/podcast/bankingonyoupod-episode-9-helping-our-communities-thrive/ [https://blog.westcommunitycu.org/podcast/bankingonyoupod-episode-9-helping-our-communities-thrive/]

Season 2 Announcement

The Banking on You Podcast is back!! And we have some cool changes coming up this season. ` Find out what is coming to The Banking on You Podcast is 2026!

Banking on St. Louis, Part 2

On May 16th, a powerful EF3 tornado tore through North St. Louis, leaving devastation in its wake and exposing deep-rooted challenges in communities already struggling to survive. In this season finale of Banking on You, host Josh Rodriguez takes you to ground zero where lives were upended and resilience was tested. Hear firsthand accounts from community leaders and activists, explore the systemic issues laid bare by the storm, and discover how rebuilding will mean everyone coming together. Special thanks to the extrodinary individuals who contributed to this episode and are working hard for the people of North St. Louis… Demaris Ridgell - "Brother D" Sebastian Montes - La Calle Mexican Restaurant Jarrad Holst - 1904Group Dr LJ Punch - 314Oasis Stephanie Reynolds - 314 Oasis Ashley Norton - The Kaufmann Fund

Banking on St. Louis, Part 1

In this episode of Banking on You, host Josh Rodriguez sits down with Jarrad Holst (lawyer, real estate developer, and proud St. Louisan) for a powerful conversation that’s equal parts civic insight and hometown heart. From the golden legacy of the 1904 World’s Fair to the current-day grit it takes to rebuild North St. Louis after devastating tornadoes, Jarrad challenges us to rethink how we advocate for the places we call home. In this love letter to St. Louis, we celebrate its past, its challenges, and its potential. You’ll walk away inspired to get involved, speak up, and help write the next chapter of the STL story. For show notes and more info: https://blog.westcommunitycu.org/podcast/bankingonyoupod-episode-7-banking-on-st-louis/