
PayPod: The Payments and Fintech Podcast
Welcome to PayPod, a show that explores the fast-changing world of payments and fintech. The show features interviews with leaders and entrepreneurs in the payments and fintech industries.
Each episode, you’ll hear an interview directly with a leader of the payments industry. We talk with fintech entrepreneurs, security experts, mobile developers, eCommerce pros, and more...
From credit card processing to bitcoin... from retail point of sale systems to cutting edge digital payments software… merchant accounts. mobile checkout, lending marketplaces, and beyond… we cover it all!
Latest episodes

Aug 3, 2023 • 32min
Using Technology to Build a More Financially Inclusive World with Alexander Siedes of Homeppl
What are the financial issues and challenges faced by individuals without credit files? In this episode of PayPod, host Jacob Hollabaugh sits down with Alexander Siedes of Homeppl to discuss their innovative approach to credit assessment. Homeppl helps Operations & Risk teams prevent application fraud, automate credit underwriting, and approve more customers. Don't miss this eye-opening conversation about the importance of technology in empowering individuals and combating financial inequality. www.soarpay.com/2023/08/homeppl/

Jul 31, 2023 • 33min
Using Incentives to Build a More Productive (and Happy) Workforce with Sarah Buchner of Trunk Tools
Want to know how managing incentives increases productivity? In this episode of PayPod, host Jacob Hollabaugh sits down with Sarah Buchner of Trunk Tools to discuss how managing incentives can shift your workforce. Trunk Tools is an innovative construction fintech startup. Watch this episode for a fun and interesting dive into this latest development in payments and fintech. www.soarpay.com/2023/07/trunktools/

Jul 27, 2023 • 24min
Fintech Through an Investment Lens with Devon Kirk of Portage
From a tech perspective, solving a big enough problem for banks and insurers is crucial. In this episode of PayPod, host Jacob Hollabaugh sits down with Devon Kirk of Portage to discuss how they back founders who have a strong understanding of scaling and change. Portage is a global investment platform focused on fintech and financial services. Watch this episode for a fun and interesting dive into this latest development in payments and fintech. www.soarpay.com/2023/07/portage

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Jul 24, 2023 • 21min
How and Why Payments Continue to Evolve Within the Food-Service Industry and Beyond with Sal Nazir of PAR Technology
Are interested in learning about the latest trends in the restaurant payment industry? In this episode of PayPod, host Jacob Hollabaugh sits down with Sal Nazir of PAR Technology to discuss point of sale and payments in the restaurant industry. PAR is a leading global provider of software, systems, and service solutions to the restaurant and retail industries. Watch this episode for a fun and interesting dive into this latest development in payments and fintech. www.soarpay.com.2023/07/partech

Jul 20, 2023 • 31min
Why Mobile Apps are the Present and Future of Commerce with Campbell Paton of StoreLab
Are you looking for ways to take your e-commerce business to the next level? In this episode of PayPod, host Jacob Hollabaugh sits down with Campbell Paton of StoreLab to discuss how mobile apps offer higher retention rates and a better user experience. StoreLab is a tech company that specializes in mobile app development platforms for e-commerce retailers and brands. Watch this episode for a fun and interesting dive into this latest development in payments and fintech. www.soarpay.com/2023/07/storelab

Jul 14, 2023 • 22min
Outwitting Fraud with Real-Time Actionable Device Intelligence with Dan Pinto of Fingerprint
Want to know how identifying bad actors is crucial to preventing account takeover and payment fraud? In this episode of PayPod, host Jacob Hollabaugh sits down with Dan Pinto of Fingerprint to discuss how Fingerprint uses sophisticated techniques to generate identifier information from a user's browser. Fingerprint empowers developers to stop online fraud at the source. Watch this episode for a fun and interesting dive into this latest development in payments and fintech. www.soarpay.com/2023/07/fingerprint

Jul 13, 2023 • 21min
Bringing Banks Into the Digital Future with Glendy Kam of Tassat
Are you interested in learning about decentralized payment solutions for banks? In this episode of PayPod, host Jacob Hollabaugh sits down with Glendy Kam of Tassat to discuss the benefits of implementing private, permissioned blockchain technology in the banking industry. Tassat Group, Inc. is the leading provider of private blockchain-based, real-time solutions for commercial banks. Watch this episode for a fun and interesting dive into this latest development in payments and fintech. www.soarpay.com/2023/07/tassat

Jul 10, 2023 • 40min
Providing the Best Checkout Experience Possible with Jordan Gal of Rally
Looking to optimize your online store's checkout process and boost your conversion rates? In this episode of PayPod, host Jacob Hollabaugh sits down with Jordan Gal of Rally for a deep dive into the benefits of using a neutral payment processing platform. Rally offers a headless and fully optimized one-click checkout solution. Watch this episode for a fun and interesting dive into this latest development in payments and fintech. www.soarpay.com/2023/07/rally

Jul 6, 2023 • 27min
Transforming Your Business Via Tax Credits and Digital Transformation with Jonathan Cardella of Strike
Are you a fintech company looking to maximize your tax savings and boost your innovation efforts? In this episode of PayPod, host Jacob Hollabaugh sits down with Jonathan Cardella of Ventive to discuss how your technical and product staff can qualify for valuable tax credits. Strike enables all businesses to take advantage of the R&D tax credit, the Employee Retention Credit. Watch this episode for a fun and interesting dive into this latest development in payments and fintech. www.soarpay.com/2023/07/strike

Jul 3, 2023 • 37min
The Evolving FinTech Landscape Through the Eyes of Those Investing In It with Andrew Steele of Activant Capital
Join us in this intriguing video as we delve into the vast world of commerce, B2B investments, and growth opportunities. In this episode of PayPod, host Jacob Hollabaugh sits down with Andrew Steele of Activant Capital to discuss how these large and serviceable markets present sustainable growth avenues for companies. Activant is a global investment firm that partners with high-growth companies that are transforming commerce. Don't miss out on this insightful episode featuring valuable learnings for investors and founders. www.soarpay.com/2023/07/andrewsteele