Money Donuts®
Royal Credit Union
Featuring sweet financial advice wrapped in raised, glazed goodness, Royal Credit Union’s Money Donuts® podcast is here to make you smile and get you thinking about your finances in new ways.
This fun podcast features snack-size episodes on all things money, from saving and spending to earning and lending. While there’s plenty of silliness, episodes are also filled with nutritious financial tips! Listen to the Money Donuts® podcast from Royal Credit Union today!
This fun podcast features snack-size episodes on all things money, from saving and spending to earning and lending. While there’s plenty of silliness, episodes are also filled with nutritious financial tips! Listen to the Money Donuts® podcast from Royal Credit Union today!
Episodes
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Jan 31, 2023 • 24min
Internships & The Corporate Learning Curve
Jack and Lauryn, two of Royal’s current interns, join Cooper, Steve, and James to share their insights into internships! This Money Donuts® episode covers internship experiences at Royal, the corporate learning curve, career aspirations, and much more. Listen to this episode to learn about the unique opportunities that an internship can offer!
Dec 6, 2022 • 24min
When Saving With A Certificate Makes Sense
It’s time to talk certificates! The Money Donuts® team reviews how certificates work, why they’re a great way to save for long-term goals, and how to know if saving with a certificate makes sense. Listen to this episode and see why a certificate or two might just be your favorite new way to save… and to hear what we think of cinnamon twist donuts!
Oct 31, 2022 • 26min
Cryptocurrency & Flying Cars
The Money Donuts team meets with Royal team members Kaylee and Sophie to learn about cryptocurrency, including what it is and how it works. The group also discusses the implications of this decentralized digital currency for Royal and our Members and shares resources for listeners to learn more about the evolving world of crypto.
Sep 19, 2022 • 30min
Catching Up On Student Loans
If you're wondering how higher education funding works, this episode is a great place to start! The Money Donuts team is joined by Royal's private student loan expert Shae to discuss some student loan basics. We cover the differences between federal and private student loans, share answers to common student loan questions, and more.
Jun 28, 2022 • 26min
Starting A Business: The Sconny Co Story
Royal Business Member and Sconny Co founder Ethan joins the Money Donuts® team to discuss how he got started with his unique business. From coming up with the idea to getting buy-in from friends and family, Ethan shares his experience with writing a business plan, marketing, accounting, and opening a business banking account. He also offers some great advice for others looking to launch their own businesses!
May 24, 2022 • 27min
Talking Real Money With Royal’s CFO
Steve and James sit down with Royal’s Chief Financial Officer Jon to get his insights into credit unions, rates, the economy, and donuts in this timely episode. Between explaining how credit unions exist to help Members and a quick economics course, Jon also shares his favorite donut and some thoughts about how to prepare for the future. Learn more at rcu.org/podcast
May 4, 2022 • 29min
Who You Gonna Call (After Getting Your Mortgage)
Did you know that Royal services our mortgages? The Money Donuts® team meets with Baylee and Alyssa from Royal’s mortgage servicing team to discuss how they help our Members. They also answer several of the most common questions that Members have about escrow accounts, private mortgage insurance, and more!
Apr 11, 2022 • 35min
Crank Your Woo: Tips For Job Seeking & Selling Yourself
James, Cooper, and Steve join Joe and Danielle from Royal's Talent Services team to discuss tips for selling yourself, applying for jobs, and finding new career opportunities. Even if you're not looking for a career change right now, this episode has some great information about best practices for future job seekers and the current job market.
Mar 8, 2022 • 25min
Ana Explains Her Budgeting System
Royal team member Ana joins Money Donuts® to talk about her budgeting system, which uses separate accounts for different categories of expenses! Ana also shares her journey to finding a budgeting system that works for her as a 21-year-old college student. Listen now to learn how Ana budgets and get some great money management tips that can apply to almost any situation! Learn more at rcu.org/podcast
Feb 15, 2022 • 37min
Behind The Scenes With Underwriting
The Money Donuts® team takes you behind the scenes with guests Chris and Rikki from Royal’s consumer loan underwriting team! We’ll take a look at Royal’s underwriting process, review credit score basics, and then get our guests’ expert insights into the best ways to take care of your credit and more.
