Welcome to The Tell-er Drawer — where money matters meets expert advice. Brought to you by CSE Federal Credit Union, this podcast opens the drawer on real conversations about saving, spending, borrowing, and building your money! Each episode features financial experts, community voices, and stories that help you make sense of your money and how it connects to your everyday life. Whether you're just starting your financial journey or looking to level up, sit back, listen in, and let’s talk money!
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Money isn’t just math—it’s emotional. In this episode, we’re diving deep into the heart and mind behind your money moves. Whether you're riding the high of a savings win or stuck in a cycle of overspending, we’re here to unpack the “why” behind what you do with your dollars. We’ll explore the behaviors and emotions tied to personal finance—from ove…
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In this special episode, we sit down with two of our longest-serving team members, Maryann and Mary, to hear stories from their many years of experience at CSE Credit Union. From funny moments to life lessons learned along the way, they share their unique perspectives on how the credit union has evolved and what it truly means to serve our members.…
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Lending with Heart: How CSE Puts People Over Profits
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37:33Predatory lenders are out there—offering fast cash with sky-high interest rates and hidden traps that can lead to long-term financial stress. In this episode, we’re talking about what predatory lending really looks like, how to spot the red flags, and how CSE Credit Union does things differently. From fair rates to honest terms and personalized ser…
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Behind the Swipe: Credit, Debit, and the Secrets of Spending
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36:35When you swipe your card, a lot more happens than you might think. In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on how debit and credit cards really work—what happens behind the scenes with your credit union, how transactions get approved, and why it matters which card you use. We’ll also break down the key differences between debit and credit, …
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What does advocacy have to do with your credit union? A lot more than you might think. In this episode, we’re joined by Emily Leite from the Ohio Credit Union League to talk about how credit unions are standing up for their members at the state and national level. From protecting your financial rights to shaping policies that keep your money safe a…
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In this episode, we’re shining a spotlight on how our credit union stays connected to the heart of our community. We sit down with Laurie Moline from Mentor Stark to talk about the powerful work they’re doing to support local youth and families—and how partnerships like ours help make a lasting difference. It’s all about people helping people, and …
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Credit Scores: Your Adult Report Card (And How to Pass!)
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40:28Think of your credit score like your adult report card—it follows you around and says a lot about how you handle money. In this episode, we’re breaking down what your credit score really means, how it’s calculated, and what you can do to raise it. Spoiler: It’s not as scary as it sounds. Whether you’re aiming for that A+ score or just trying to sto…
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Welcome to CSE Federal Credit Union's new podcast! We're not your typical bank; here's a bit of our credit union story. In this first episode, we share a little about CSE; who we are, why we exist, how we got here, and much more. Before we get into the fun and financial focus of the podcast, it's important to get to know us a little.…
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More Than A Bank: What A Credit Union REALLY Is!
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35:25Not all banks are created equal. As the old saying goes: It looks like a duck...quacks like a duck...it's got to be a duck, right? Wrong! We're a credit union, where banking is a verb, but carried out quite a bit different than our banking counterparts. But what is a credit union—and how is it different from a bank? In this episode, we break down t…
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Fraud Squad: Your Guide to Outsmarting Scammers
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38:49Think you're too smart to get scammed? So did the last guy. Dive headfirst into the sneaky world of scams—from fake texts and shady calls, to online trickery that would fool even your tech-savvy cousin. Join us as we break down the most common scams, how scammers think, and most importantly, how you can stay one step ahead. Whether it’s a “too good…
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