Best Kevin Cotter Podcasts (2025)

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How Financial Teams Automate SEC Compliance Workflows – Daniel Schalla 31:41

18h ago31:41

31:41

Episode Topic: Daniel Schalla from Mattermost joins PayPod to discuss how financial institutions can better prepare for and respond to cybersecurity incidents. With tools designed for secure collaboration and workflow management, Mattermost helps companies meet regulatory demands while ensuring that they remain in control of their data. Lessons You…

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Transforming Private Equity With Blockchain Rails - Joris Delanoue 24:50

4d ago24:50

24:50

Episode Topic: Joris Delanoue, co-founder and CEO of Fairmint, joins PayPod to explain how blockchain is disrupting private equity and fundraising. With cap tables becoming programmable, Fairmint is helping founders, investors, and communities escape legacy systems and embrace decentralized, on-chain ownership. Lessons You’ll Learn: Why today’s pri…

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Stablecoin Payroll Replaces Banks for Crypto Startups – Megan Knab 30:25

8d ago30:25

30:25

Episode Topic: Megan Knab, CEO of Franklin Payroll, joins PayPod to talk about the evolution of payroll and payments in a crypto-native world. From overcoming debanking to leveraging programmable payroll, Megan outlines a clear vision for a decentralized financial infrastructure powered by stablecoins and blockchain. Lessons You’ll Learn: How deban…

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The Tech Behind MoviePass and Government Payouts - Louis Hoch 22:00

11d ago22:00

22:00

Episode Topic: Louis Hoch, CEO of Usio, joins PayPod to discuss the future of payments, including embedded payment solutions, real-time payments, and the intersection of biometrics and AI in transforming the payments landscape. He shares how flexibility, customer-centricity, and innovation will drive the next wave of payment systems. Lessons You’ll…

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ck AI Value Without Rebuilding Your Stack - Ken Stott 24:58

11d ago24:58

24:58

Episode Topic: Ken Stott, Field CTO at Hasura, joins PayPod to explore how modern fintech leaders can navigate trust, regulation, decentralization, and AI in today’s data landscape. He explains how intelligent agents, semantic layers, and universal data access are shaping the next generation of financial data architecture. Lessons You’ll Learn: Lea…

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Modernizing B2B Payments With Virtual Cards – Andrew Jamison 30:59

18d ago30:59

30:59

Episode Topic: Andrew Jamison, CEO of Extend, joins PayPod to explore the revolution of B2B payments through virtual cards. From legacy system hurdles to modern API solutions, Andrew discusses how businesses can embed smarter, safer, and more efficient payments without a full tech overhaul. Lessons You’ll Learn: Why embedded finance is the future, …

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Fix Customer Onboarding and Stop Revenue Leaks - Srikrishnan Ganesan 24:20

22d ago24:20

24:20

Episode Topic: Srikrishnan Ganesan of Rocketlane joins PayPod to explore how modern fintech companies can stop the bleeding from inefficient operations. From delayed onboarding to inadequate project visibility, Sri unpacks why traditional workflows are no longer enough—and how tools like Rocketlane plus AI-driven automation can give your team a rea…

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Episode 255: Episode 9-18 - Chief Emeritus/Retired Charles Werner - New Technology for First Responders 1:11:04

24d ago1:11:04

1:11:04

Episode 9-18 – Chief-Emeritus/Retired Charles Werner- New Technology for First Responders Chief-Emeritus/Retired Charles Werner has served 44 years in the fire service, 37 years with the Charlottesville Fire Dept., the last ten as the Charlottesville Fire Department. Additionally, he is also the current Executive Director of Droneresponders.org wit…

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How to Stop Payment Fraud with Encryption – Ruston Miles 36:01

25d ago36:01

36:01

Episode Topic: Ruston Miles of Bluefin joins PayPod to unravel the real story behind payment data security. From debunking myths around chip card protection to highlighting the need for encryption at the point of interaction, Ruston shares critical insights into why businesses must adopt P2P encryption and tokenization to stay ahead of evolving thr…

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Gemini AI Fixes Conversion and AOV Problems – Matthew Stafford 22:02

1M ago22:02

22:02

Episode Topic: Matthew Stafford, Managing Partner at Build Grow Scale, joins PayPod to break down what’s really holding e-commerce stores back from growth—and how conversion rate optimization, rooted in behavioral psychology and powered by AI, is changing the game. Lessons You’ll Learn: Why most CRO fails without psychology, how customer friction k…

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Episode 254: Episode 9-17 - Troy Lachinski - Preparing for NERIS 1:55:43

1M ago1:55:43

1:55:43

In most fire departments and some EMS agencies have to file a bunch of paperwork to report the fires/rescues, additional info i.e. number of patients, levels of damages and so much more. Well, there’s a new “day” coming, starting on January 2, 2026! Our podcast welcomes Troy Lachinski of Image Trend, a company integral to the change of Fire/EMS rec…

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Automating Bank Disputes to Build Trust - Fatemeh Nikayin 27:09

2M ago27:09

27:09

Episode Topic: Fatemeh Nikayin, Co-founder and CEO of Rivero AG, joins PayPod to reveal how AI-powered solutions are transforming how banks manage payment disputes. She shares how building trust, minimizing customer distress, and enabling lightweight innovation are critical for modern fintech success. Lessons You’ll Learn: How protecting customer d…

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Episode 253: Episode 9-16 - "Backroom Deals in Our Backyards" With Miranda Spivack & Diane Cotter 3:22:43

2M ago3:22:43

3:22:43

Episode 9-16 – Miranda Spivack and Dianne Cotter – “Backroom Deals in Our Backyards” As we pass through life, we encounter many people. This one works in a tall building; another delivers office supplies and a third washes all the windows. Most see this as “blue-collar” job, but do we really know what’s going on. Our guests today are Miranda Spivac…

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Building Real Startups with Purpose – Kanyi Maqubela 37:18

2M ago37:18

37:18

Episode Topic: Kanyi Maqubela, Managing Partner at Kindred Ventures, joins PayPod to discuss how values-led venture capital supports high-impact startups across fintech, climate, and more. Discover how Kindred identifies founders who move fast, think big, and adapt as they scale game-changing ideas into real-world solutions. Lessons You’ll Learn: W…

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Avoid IRS Surprises with Year-Round Tax Planning Sohail Sadeghi 22:24

2M ago22:24

22:24

Episode Topic: Sohail Sadeghi, founder of Atlantis Tax Group, joins PayPod to explore how business owners, investors, and high-income earners can shift their mindset from tax compliance to tax strategy. Sohail shares his insights on the most common tax mistakes he’s seen, provides guidance on leveraging real estate for tax benefits, and explains ho…

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How Alternative Data Transforms Credit Risk – with John Gordon 26:48

2M ago26:48

26:48

Episode Topic John Gordon, CEO of ValidiFI, joins PayPod to discuss how alternative data is revolutionizing credit risk assessment. Discover how using ACH history, bank account behavior, and fraud signals is giving lenders a clearer, fairer view of consumer creditworthiness in today’s fast-changing financial landscape. Lessons You’ll Learn Explore …

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Blockchain Money Transfer Tools for Finance Leaders to Cut FX Costs Globally with Kevin Lehtiniitty 33:39

2M ago33:39

33:39

Episode Topic Today’s episode gets into the weeds into how stablecoins are transforming cross-border payments and financial access. Kevin Lehtiniitty, CEO of Borderless.xyz, reveals how his team is building the connective tissue for global stablecoin movement by partnering with licensed financial institutions. This episode uncovers the opportunitie…

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DeFi Yield Strategy for Fintech Builders to Launch Scalable Crypto Products with Maxim Galash 27:56

3M ago27:56

27:56

Episode Topic Today’s conversation explores how decentralized finance (DeFi) has transformed the crypto landscape, especially for businesses in emerging markets. Maxim Galash, CEO of Coinchange, shares insights on building automated yield products, the role of stablecoins in global commerce, and how regulation is shaping the future of financial inf…

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The Future of FX Trading with Adam Katz 31:46

3M ago31:46

31:46

Episode Topic In this episode of PayPod, host Kevin Rosenquist sits down with Adam Katz, founder and CEO of Kaletra, to discuss the challenges and inefficiencies in foreign exchange (FX) trading. Despite FX being a $7.2 trillion daily market, many financial institutions still rely on outdated legacy systems, leading to high fees, slow transactions,…

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Real Time Website Protection for Security Leaders to Stop Push Button Scam Kits with Kate Cox 27:58

3M ago27:58

27:58

Episode Topic In this episode of PayPd, host Kevin Rosenquist explores the urgent and growing issue of online impersonation and digital fraud with Kate Cox, Business Development Lead at Memcyco. As cyber threats become more sophisticated, Memcyco is pioneering real-time detection technology to uncover spoofed websites and protect both businesses an…

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How Digital Banking Helps Investors Manage Money Efficiently Tomas Navickas 27:37

3M ago27:37

27:37

Episode Topic In this episode, we dive into the world of fintech innovation with Tomas Navickas, the CTO and co-founder of myTU. He shares insights on how myTU is transforming digital banking and enhancing financial accessibility. As a leader in the industry, Tomas discusses the challenges of scaling a fintech startup, the role of technology in fin…

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How Facilitation Transforms Teams & Drives Success with Therese Miclot 30:33

3M ago30:33

30:33

Episode Topic Effective leadership is more crucial than ever in today’s fast-changing work environment. But what does it truly take to lead with confidence, clarity, and compassion? In this episode of PayPod, we welcome leadership coach and facilitation expert Therese Miclot, who has spent over two decades helping individuals develop the skills to …

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Simplifying F&I Products in Auto Finance with F&I Sentinel's Stephen McDaniel 28:47

3M ago28:47

28:47

Episode Topic In this episode of PayPad, we sit down with Stephen McDaniel, CEO of F&I Sentinel, to uncover the complexities of auto financing compliance and the hidden world of F&I products. From gap waivers to extended warranties, Stephen sheds light on how these financial products impact both consumers and lenders. We also explore how compliance…

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Optimizing Subscription Payments with Revolv3's Robert Podlesni 35:03

3M ago35:03

35:03

Episode Topic In this episode of PayPod, host Kevin Rosenquist sits down with Robert Podlesni, Chief Product Officer of Revolv3, to explore the rapidly evolving landscape of subscription-based payment processing. As businesses increasingly shift to subscription models, optimizing payment approval rates and minimizing involuntary churn has never bee…

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Exploring AI-Powered Financial Data Governance with Safebooks AI's Ahikam Kaufman 24:07

3M ago24:07

24:07

Episode Topic In this episode of PayPod, we explore the future of financial data governance with Ahikam Kaufman, co-founder and CEO of Safebooks AI. As financial data management becomes more complex, businesses must ensure accuracy, compliance, and security in real time. Ahikam shares insights on how AI-powered automation is revolutionizing the ind…

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Unlocking Embedded Finance with Green Dot’s Renata Caine 19:46

3M ago19:46

19:46

Episode Topic Embedded finance is revolutionizing the way businesses and consumers interact with financial services. In this episode of PayPod, we dive into this transformative trend with Renata Caine, General Manager of Banking as a Service (BaaS) at Green Dot Corporation. Renata shares her insights on how embedded finance seamlessly integrates ba…

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The Future of Edge Data with StorMagic’s Bruce Kornfeld 26:28

3M ago26:28

26:28

Episode Topic Edge computing is transforming how businesses manage and secure data, particularly in industries like banking, retail, and fintech. In this episode of PayPod, host Kevin Rosenquist speaks with Bruce Kornfeld, Chief Marketing and Product Officer at StorMagic, about why edge data solutions are becoming critical for modern enterprises. A…

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Simplifying DeFi and Cross-Chain Solutions with Tidus Wallet’s Dan Mulligan 26:47

3M ago26:47

26:47

Episode Topic Decentralized finance (DeFi) is reshaping the financial landscape, but its complexity often hinders mainstream adoption. In this episode of PayPod, host Kevin Rosenquist speaks with Dan Mulligan, founder of Tidus Wallet, about making DeFi more accessible. Mulligan shares how his background in marketing and SaaS startups led him to dev…

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Simplifying Software Integrations with Merge's Shensi Ding 23:37

4M ago23:37

23:37

Episode Topic In this episode, we dive into the evolving landscape of software integrations and how businesses can leverage unified APIs to streamline connectivity. Shensi Ding, co-founder of Merge, shares her journey from computer science researcher to entrepreneur, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges of API integrations and why th…

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Transforming Urban Mobility with Ubirider’s Paulo Ferreira dos Santos 31:21

4M ago31:21

31:21

Episode Topic Public transportation is evolving, but accessibility, payments, and integration remain significant challenges. In this episode, we dive into how Paulo Ferreira dos Santos, co-founder of Ubiride, is revolutionizing urban mobility by simplifying transportation payments and streamlining multi-modal travel. From buses to trains, bikes, an…

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Revolutionizing Customer Loyalty and Gift Cards with SwipeIt's Larry Rubin 25:19

4M ago25:19

25:19

Episode Topic In this episode of PayPod, Kevin Rosenquist sits down with Larry Rubin, founder of SwipeIt, to explore the evolving landscape of gift and loyalty card programs in today’s tech-driven marketplace. They discuss how gift cards have transformed from physical plastic cards to instant e-gift cards, integrated into digital wallets like Apple…

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Simplifying Web3 Accounting with Tres Finance's Tal Zackon 33:03

4M ago33:03

33:03

Episode Topic In this episode of Pay Pod, host Kevin Rosenquist sits down with Tal Zackon, CEO of TRES Finance, to explore the evolving landscape of Web3 finance. As blockchain technology reshapes the financial sector, traditional tools struggle to keep up with the complexities of decentralized transactions. TRES Finance is tackling this challenge …

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Reimagining Bitcoin’s Future in DeFi with Persistence’s Jeroen Develter 27:09

4M ago27:09

27:09

Episode Topic In this episode, Jeroen Develter, CEO of Persistence, delves into the evolution of Bitcoin DeFi (BTCFi) and the challenges of blockchain interoperability. As Bitcoin moves beyond a store of value, Persistence is pioneering cross-chain swaps and decentralized finance solutions, allowing Bitcoin to integrate seamlessly into DeFi ecosyst…

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Episode 252: Episode 9-15 - Asst. Chief Jacob Johnson of the Pearland TC Fire Dept. 1:11:38

4M ago1:11:38

1:11:38

Episode 9-15 – Assistant Chief Jacob Johnson We are proud to have Asst. Chief Jacob Johnson from the Pearland Fire Department in Pearland TX. Jacob first joined us on “5-Alarm task Force,” when he was a Captain. And it was easy to see how dedicated he was, and still is, of course, to being the best firefighter and officer that he could be. In this …

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Fixing America’s Credit Problem with Arro’s Ryan Duitch 29:07

5M ago29:07

29:07

Episode Topic In this episode, Ryan Duitch,Founder and CEO of Arro, discusses how his company is transforming the credit industry by making credit accessible, fair, and educational for consumers who are often overlooked by traditional financial institutions. Unlike conventional credit cards that rely heavily on FICO scores, Arro uses alternative da…

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Revolutionizing Data Storage and Efficiency with ScaleFlux's JB Baker 23:17

5M ago23:17

23:17

Episode Topic Dive into the transformative world of data storage and fintech innovation with JB Baker, VP of Marketing and Product Management at ScaleFlux. In this episode, we explore how ScaleFlux is revolutionizing the data pipeline, optimizing everything from data creation to actionable business intelligence. With the explosion of data driven by…

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How Blockchain and Stable coins Are Global Transactions from Mesh’s Adam Israel 23:20

5M ago23:20

23:20

Episode Topic In this episode of Paypod, we dive into the transformative potential of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology with Adam Israel, co-founder and COO of Mesh. Mesh is a groundbreaking platform that simplifies and secures crypto transactions by connecting over 300 exchanges and wallets seamlessly. Adam shares his journey from a 30-year…

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Building a Web3 Entertainment Platform with Playbux's Sarun Vichayabhai 35:38

5M ago35:38

35:38

Episode Topic: In this episode, Sarun Vichayabhai, CEO of Playbux, takes us into the evolving world of the metaverse, blockchain, and Web3 technologies. Sarun shares his expertise on how Playbux seamlessly integrates gaming, e-commerce, and decentralized finance, offering users a revolutionary digital experience. From challenges in metaverse adopti…

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Building a Web3 Entertainment Platform with Playbux's Sarun Vichayabhai 29:55

5M ago29:55

29:55

Episode Topic: In this episode, Sarun Vichayabhai, CEO of Playbux, takes us into the evolving world of the metaverse, blockchain, and Web3 technologies. Sarun shares his expertise on how Playbux seamlessly integrates gaming, e-commerce, and decentralized finance, offering users a revolutionary digital experience. From challenges in metaverse adopti…

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Automation, AI, and Leadership with Pairsoft's Matt Cotter 26:35

5M ago26:35

26:35

Episode Topic In this episode of the Pay Pod, Matt Cotter, CEO of PairSoft, discusses the transformative impact of automation and AI on business processes. He delves into how his company is using automation to streamline procurement and accounts payable workflows, eliminating mundane tasks and boosting efficiency. Matt also shares his thoughts on t…

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Cybersecurity in the Age of AI with SEQURETEK's Anand Naik 27:17

6M ago27:17

27:17

EpisodeTopic In this episode, we delve into the world of cybersecurity with Anand Naik, founder of SEQURETEK. Anand shares his extensive experience working with major companies like IBM, Sun Microsystems, and Symantec, and how he transitioned into founding Sequretek in 2013 to provide cutting-edge solutions to protect businesses from evolving cyber…

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Episode 251: Episode 9-14 - Asst Chief Joe Manning - Training in Today's Fire Service & Retention and Recruitment 1:42:07

6M ago1:42:07

1:42:07

What are some of today's most pressing issues in the Fire Service? We look at a couple in this episode: Training in Today's Fire Service, as well as Retention and Recruitment. Joining us to cover these topics is Assistant Chief Joe Manning of the Largo FL Fire & Rescue Department. With nearly 30 years in the Fire Service, he has seen it all in trai…

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How Rufei Qian is Changing Cross-Border Payments with Fintech and Digital Wallets 26:48

6M ago26:48

26:48

Episode Topic In this insightful episode, Kevin Rosenquist welcomes Rufei Qian, CEO of NihaoPay, a company revolutionizing cross-border payments by bridging the gap between global merchants and Chinese consumers. They explore critical topics like regulatory challenges in entering the Chinese market, adapting to cultural differences, and the evolvin…

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Neil Twa on Scaling E-Commerce Amazon FBA Strategies and Sustainable Growth 32:21

6M ago32:21

32:21

Episode Topic Neil Twa, founder and CEO of Voltage Holdings, takes us on a deep dive into the strategies that help entrepreneurs thrive in the competitive Amazon FBA ecosystem. In this episode, Neil shares his 5x5 Product Launch Playbook, a proven methodology that has helped brands scale to six, seven, and even eight figures. From debunking common …

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Fast Payments and Financial Inclusion with The World Bank's Harish Natarajan 27:34

6M ago27:34

27:34

Episode Topic This episode features Harish Natarajan, Practice Manager of Financial Inclusion and Infrastructure at the World Bank, exploring the transformative potential of digital financial services in addressing financial exclusion. Harish highlights the critical role of fast payment systems in modernizing financial infrastructure, fostering int…

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