1. Banking Reinvented
Banking Reinvented, hosted by Backbase CMO Tim Rutten, brings on CEOs, CTOs, and transformation leaders from banks around the world. The show tackles platform architecture, AI implementation, and what separates banks that ship features fast from those stuck in legacy systems.
Recent episodes cover agentic AI in banking, commercial banking transformation, and how banks turn data into revenue growth.
The numbers speak for themselves. According to Spotify 2025 data, Banking Reinvented earned recognition as:
- Most-Shared Show - more shares than 94% of other shows
- Marathon Show - fans listened longer than 92% of other shows
- Rising Star - growth outpaced 88% of other shows
New episodes drop weekly. Each runs 30-45 minutes.
2. Banking Transformed
Banking Transformed, hosted by The Financial Brand's Jim Marous, features executives from financial institutions, fintech firms, and consultants several times per month. Recent episodes ask "Why do all banks look and feel the same?" and explore the future of banking through the lens of a Shark Tank investor.
3. Banking on Fraudology
Banking on Fraudology is hosted by Hailey Windham, CFCS, a 2023 CU Rockstar who focuses on educating credit unions about scams. She covers data breaches fueling fraud, tips for member education, and tech support scams.
4. Banking with Interest
Banking with Interest, hosted by former journalist Rob Blackwell and Intrafi Network, is a weekly show featuring former regulators, legislators, and banking reporters. Topics include banking policy, commercial real estate risk, check fraud, and community bank consolidation.
5. Ahead of the Curve: A Banker's Podcast
Ahead of the Curve, hosted by Abrigo, releases monthly episodes with banking leaders and advisors. Recent shows tackle stablecoins, sextortion scams, and balancing AI capabilities with human expertise in loan review.
6. Bank Slate Convos with Paul Davis
Bank Slate Convos features Paul Davis, a consultant and former American Banker editor, hosting banking executives, regulators, and association leaders. Topics include talent retention, AI and automation, and corporate governance.
7. With Flying Colors
With Flying Colors, presented by Credit Union Exam Solutions, covers regulatory issues for credit unions. Host Mark Treichel, former NCUA Executive Director, discusses preparing board packages, handling CAMEL Code 4 ratings, and succession planning.
8. Main Street Banking: A Podcast for Community Bankers
Main Street Banking, hosted by the Barret School of Banking, posts monthly episodes ranging from 20 to 50 minutes. Topics include data management, report-writing anxiety, risk identification, and deposit pricing. The show examines what makes community banks different and provides operational strategies.
9. The Buzz on FinAI News
The Buzz, hosted by FinAI News (formerly Bank Automation News), features interviews with executives from financial institutions and technology companies about automation and AI. Recent episodes cover AI in fraud detection and banks launching new lending platforms.
10. The Community Bank Podcast
The Community Bank Podcast, sponsored by SouthState Bank's Correspondent Division, features investors, consultants, and specialists covering bank failures, CRE loans, team conflicts, and lender success.
11. Fraud Talk
Fraud Talk is a monthly podcast from the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners. It provides case studies and expert tips on spotting and preventing fraud, including occupational fraud trends, examiner discussions, AI in compliance, and HOA fraud.
Other podcasts worth checking out
Several other quality banking podcasts deserve attention: the ABA Banking Journal Podcast, ICBA's Independent Banker Podcast, CUNA News Podcast, and Adrenaline Group's Believe in Banking. Also check out Simply Stated from the Conference of State Bank Supervisors, This Month in Banking by Kafafian Group, and BankTalk by Remedy Consulting.
Why podcasts matter for banking leaders
Podcast listening has surged 450% since 2014. People 35 and older spend 7 to 8 hours per week listening to podcasts. For banking executives, that time translates into staying current on industry trends, learning from peers, and understanding competitive threats.
The format fits busy schedules. Listen during your commute, while cooking dinner, or between meetings. Some podcasts even offer continuing education credits.
With banking moving faster than ever - AI adoption, platform consolidation, fintech competition - staying informed isn't optional. These 11 podcasts help you keep pace.
