Why is having a local sports team important to our community? Find out in this episode featuring Dennis Bastien, President and CEO of the Jackson Rockabillys. Having worked with multiple baseball teams across the South and Midwest over the years, Dennis saw potential in our area and the team. Discover how the Rockabillys are and will continue to support our community with their games and events.

Highlights

1:31: How did you get started in baseball?

3:07: What keeps you coming back year after year?

3:55: Of all the places to choose to bring a franchise, why did you choose Jackson?

5:01: Why should the community support the Rockabillys?

7:04: What events do you have planned for the summer?

Are you looking for a fun activity for you and your family this summer? See the Jackson Rockabillys’ full schedule at rockabillysbaseball.com and find a time to cheer on the Goats!

Are you a member of Leaders Credit Union? Get your free ticket vouchers for Leaders Night at the Ballpark on Friday, June 14, 2024!

Pocket Change Podcast is presented by Leaders Credit Union. Learn more at leaderscu.com.

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Why is journalism and storytelling so important? Join our hosts, Carrie and Shea, as they learn about the future of journalism from Ted Kluck, Associate Professor of Communication Arts at Union University. Along with overseeing Union’s journalism program, Kluck has years of professional writing and podcasting experience. Discover why storytelling and the arts are so impactful by checking out this new episode.

Highlights

2:45: How did you get involved with podcasts?

4:44: How do you think journalism has changed in the last 10-15 years?

6:17: Why is storytelling so important?

7:54: How do you think Leaders has impacted the journalism program at Union University through our partnership?

10:31: Why is the arts still so important for education?

12:41: What is some of your financial advice?

To learn more about journalism at Union University, visit https://www.unioncommarts.com/programs/journalism/ or check out the student magazine at https://www.cardinalandcream.info/.

Pocket Change Podcast is presented by Leaders Credit Union. Learn more at https://www.leaderscu.com/.

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Why is financial education so important for our community? Join our hosts, Shea Brown and Carrie Cantrell, as they explore how the Community Engagement team serves the community. Evan Flora, Community Engagement Specialist for Leaders, shares how they provide financial education to employers, employees, and students across West Tennessee.

Highlights

1:15: Tell us about yourself and your background at Leaders.

2:36: Tell us about what the Community Engagement team does at Leaders.

3:46: What does a day in the life of a Community Engagement Specialist look like?

5:17: Why is it important to teach financial education to our students and community?

6:45: What is a Financial Reality Fair?

8:27: How can a school or a group contact your team to set up a Financial Reality Fair or class?

9:02: How do free financial wellness benefits help employers in our region?

To contact the Community Engagement team, visit leaderscu.com/partners to fill out an interest form, or email ce@leaderscu.com.

Pocket Change Podcast is presented by Leaders Credit Union. Learn more at https://www.leaderscu.com/.

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