Money Matters
by Brought to you by Neighbors Federal Credit Union
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Holiday Scam-Proof Shopping
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About this podcast
The podcast that focuses on how to use the money you have, make the money you need and save the money you want. Host Kim Chapman, Financial Wellness Director for Neighbors Federal Credit Union, explores the issues that can affect your financial well-being and discusses ways for you to enjoy the financial freedom you've been looking for.
Episodes
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- Holiday Scam-Proof Shopping · 19 minWe walk through the holiday scams that hit when we’re busy, distracted, and waiting on packages, then we test real-world scenarios with Better Business Bureau President Carmen…
- Permission To Say No · 25 minWe give you permission to say no to holiday spending that breaks your budget and steals your peace. We share simple scripts, realistic alternatives, and a $500 holiday budget…
- Beyond NIL Deals: How Student Athletes Handle Real Money · 23 minNIL sounds like instant millions until you look at the numbers and the fine print. We sit down with Tom Henskey, certified financial planner, financial educator, and author of…
- Credit Pit Stop · 12 minWe break down what credit really is, why your credit report matters as much as your credit score, and how to spot problems before they block your next goal. We also clear up…
- Money Lessons On A Game Board · 17 minWe sit down with David Rogers, the creator of Black Blocks, to explore how a board game can make financial literacy feel exciting while teaching African American history. We…
- What Two High School Seniors Learned Inside A Credit Union Internship · 23 minWe hand the studio over to two student interns, Mason and Liam, to hear what it’s really like learning money skills inside a credit union. They share how the internship changes…
- The Hidden Cost Of Being Offline · 40 min · Episode 111We connect the digital divide to real financial consequences, from job access and school success to budgeting tools that assume you have a laptop at home. Nicole Fitzgerald from…
- Student Loan Changes You Cannot Ignore · 24 min · Episode 110We break down the major student loan repayment changes after the SAVE plan ends and explain what borrowers need to do within the 90-day decision window to avoid default. We share…
- Budget-Smart Wedding Planning · 31 min · Episode 109We talk with professional wedding planner Blakeley Santos about how to plan a wedding with clear priorities and a real budget so you don’t start marriage under financial…
- Stop Waiting For Someday And Book The Trip · 25 min · Episode 108We step away from pure budgeting and get honest about enjoying money through travel, with a focus on what “luxury” really means when time is your most limited resource. Angela…
- Free Park Workouts That Actually Work · 12 min · Episode 107We take our workout outside and prove you can build real strength using free public park equipment instead of paying for a gym. Kim Chapman and trainer Keldrick Emery walk…
- Financial Prep For Hurricane Season Without Panic featuring Jay Grymes · 44 minWe get ahead of hurricane season with Louisiana’s state climatologist Jay Grymes, focusing on how storms create real and avoidable money stress. We map out practical ways to plan…
- Money and Your Mental Health · 19 minWe connect the dots between financial stress and mental health, from sleep and mood changes to avoidance and overwork. We share practical ways to balance your money and your mind…
- Practical HVAC Tips For Lower Cooling Costs In Louisiana Heat · 20 minWe talk with HVAC technician Joseph Long about how to stay comfortable in Louisiana heat without letting electric bills explode. We focus on the small habits and maintenance…
- How High School Internships Build Real Money Skills · 21 minWe talk with Dr. Ni'Shawn Stovall about how EBR’s Learn and Earn Internship Program helps high school juniors and seniors build job skills while earning $1,500. We break down how…
- Healthy Eating On A Budget · 21 minWe challenge the myth that healthy eating has to be expensive and break down the practical tricks that make nutritious meals doable on a real budget. With dietitian Angell Jordan…
- Reach Your Fitness Goals Without A Gym Bill · 27 min · Episode 101We break the myth that fitness has to be expensive and map out realistic ways to train at home without fancy gear. I talk with personal trainer Keldric Emery about consistency…
- Celebrating 100 Episodes While Expanding Financial Help For Our Community · 14 min · Episode 100We mark 100 episodes by reflecting on practical wins, welcoming two new financial wellness counselors, and recommitting to progress over perfection. Real stories, small habits…
- Free Tax Prep, Real Savings · 12 min · Episode 99We share how to file a simple return for free with IRS-certified volunteers, what to bring, who qualifies, and why filing on time supports bigger goals like homebuying and…
- Start Smart With Business Credit · 14 min · Episode 98We break down how personal credit and cash flow drive small business lending and share the simple steps that boost approval odds. From DSCR to down payments and the role of…
