# episode cents (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover episode cents. Page: Feed: --- ## The Hidden Payments Work Behind U.S. Expansion _2026-08-19 · CentsChat_ Expanding into the U.S. can look like a simple growth decision on paper. For an ISV, though, the reality is a lot messier. New customer expectations, different payment preferences, more demanding support requirements, and a much more complex payments ecosystem can quickly turn “launch in a new market” into a much bigger product and operations project. In this episode of Cents Chat, Kitty and Chris… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/1002820/episodes/19672316-the-hidden-payments-work-behind-u-s-expansion.mp3) ## Episode 262: Summer Financial Hangover _2026-08-14 · Our 2 Cents_ Gabriel’s voice is back, and so is Our 2 Cents! Today, Steve and Gabriel dive into the idea of a “summer financial hangover,” the importance of financial literacy, and some listener questions you won’t want to miss. Listen in now! Summer Financial Hangover: Learn what a financial hangover is, the warning signs to look out for, and how to get back on track. Financial Illiteracy: Why are so many… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/2008871/episodes/19647716-episode-262-summer-financial-hangover.mp3) ## The PCI Scope Trap _2026-08-05 · CentsChat_ An ISV doesn’t have to store card data to have PCI responsibilities. If its software, integrations, access, vendors, or deployment processes can impact the security of cardholder data, it may already be operating as a service provider. In this episode, Kitty and Chris sit down with Steve Levinson of LHC Advisors to break down the PCI scope trap, the service-provider requirements many ISVs… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/1002820/episodes/19605296-the-pci-scope-trap.mp3) ## Episode 261: Building Your Investment Philosophy _2026-07-24 · Our 2 Cents_ New episode alert! Steve and Gabriel are talking FIFA, coffee, and investment philosophies on this week’s episode of Our 2 Cents. Whether you’re a sports fan, coffee lover, or curious investor, there’s something for you. Tune in now! Gabriel's Quick Hits: The World Cup is over, but the numbers are still scoring big. Discover how much money the tournament generated. Could coffee support heart… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/2008871/episodes/19543968-episode-261-building-your-investment-philosophy.mp3) ## When the Merchant Doesn't Fit the Box _2026-07-22 · CentsChat_ Merchant onboarding used to be relatively straightforward. Today, businesses have more complicated payment flows, harder-to-explain models, evolving compliance requirements, and fraud threats that can make even legitimate merchants look risky on paper. In this episode of CentsChat, Kitty and Jason sit down with Allen Kopelman of Nationwide Payment Systems to discuss what it takes to board… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/1002820/episodes/19532253-when-the-merchant-doesn-t-fit-the-box.mp3) ## Episode 260: Your Financial Pain Points _2026-07-16 · Our 2 Cents_ A fresh episode of Our 2 Cents has arrived! This week, the Lewits discuss everything from sniffing chocolate and July's financial planning calendar to the biggest financial pain points people face and how to overcome them. Listen in now! Sniffing Chocolate: Who says chocolate and workouts don't mix? Discover how simply sniffing chocolate might give your next workout an unexpected boost. July… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/2008871/episodes/19503755-episode-260-your-financial-pain-points.mp3) ## Episode 259: You've Got a Financial Friend in Me _2026-07-10 · Our 2 Cents_ A brand-new episode of Our 2 Cents is here! On today's show, the Lewits dive into what Toy Story can teach us about finance, discuss Dave Ramsey's 8% withdrawal rate recommendation, and wrap things up with quotes for July. Financial Lessons from Toy Story: Toy Story may be a childhood classic, but its iconic quotes still have plenty to teach us as adults, especially when it comes to our finances.… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/2008871/episodes/19470386-episode-259-you-ve-got-a-financial-friend-in-me.mp3) ## Cash Is the New APM _2026-07-08 · CentsChat_ In this episode of Cents Chat, Kitty and Steve look at the APM conversation from both ends of the spectrum: OpenUSD, stablecoins, and the future of programmable money on one side, and the humble cash drawer on the other. Then Kyle Hatfield from Centsless joins to explain why cash may be the alternative payment method ISVs forgot to build for. With the penny disappearing, merchants are already… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/1002820/episodes/19463928-cash-is-the-new-apm.mp3) ## Episode 258: What the Knicks Can Teach Investors _2026-06-26 · Our 2 Cents_ We're back with another episode of Our 2 Cents ! This week, Steve and Gabriel continue their discussion about the surprising things to consider selling before retirement, explore investing lessons inspired by the Knicks' championship run, and answer two thought-provoking listener questions. What to Sell Before You Retire Part 2: Retirement is an emotional transition as much as a financial one. Let… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/2008871/episodes/19407419-episode-258-what-the-knicks-can-teach-investors.mp3) ## When the Phone Becomes the Terminal _2026-06-24 · CentsChat_ In this episode of Cents Chat, Kitty leads a conversation with Koard about what happens when the phone becomes the payment terminal. Joined by co-host Jason for the technical deep dive, the discussion breaks down why card-present payments are still harder than they look, why so many ISVs default to card-not-present flows, and how Tap to Pay can help platforms bring in-person acceptance directly… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/1002820/episodes/19398494-when-the-phone-becomes-the-terminal.mp3) ## [One OS for your AI workforce (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/oYXFXkVZD6eh) _2026-06-24 · **Sponsored**_ Build, direct, and supervise an AI workforce from a single operating workspace. ## Episode 257: Your Investment Strategy Checkup _2026-06-18 · Our 2 Cents_ Happy Father's Day to all the dads and father figures out there! A new episode of Our 2 Cents is here! On today's show, we're diving into quick hits, sharing our quotes of the month, reviewing the financial focus for June, and launching part 1 of our two-part retirement planning series: what to sell before you retire. Listen in now! Gabriel's Quick Hits: How is SpaceX performing, and what does its… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/2008871/episodes/19367034-episode-257-your-investment-strategy-checkup.mp3) ## Preferred Partner, Not Prison: The Payments Lock-In Backlash _2026-06-10 · CentsChat_ In this episode of Cents Chat, Kitty and Jason sit down with Jordan Thaeler, founder of POS+, to talk about one of the biggest tensions in embedded payments: the difference between a preferred payments partner and a payments prison. For years, ISVs have built real revenue streams by integrating payments into their platforms, and when done well, that model can create a better experience for… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/1002820/episodes/19326997-preferred-partner-not-prison-the-payments-lock-in-backlash.mp3) ## Episode 256: Financial Class Superlatives _2026-06-05 · Our 2 Cents_ Graduation season is coming to a close, but we’re still keeping the learning going with a new episode of Our 2 Cents! Today, we’re covering quick hits, the latest on SpaceX, a look at class superlatives through a financial lens, and timeless wisdom from the world’s oldest doctor. Listen in now! Gabriel's Quick Hits: It’s close to home for SGL Financial and now one of the top places to live in the… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/2008871/episodes/19301242-episode-256-financial-class-superlatives.mp3) ## GiveTech and the Onboarding Flow That Finally Made Sense _2026-05-27 · CentsChat_ In this episode of Cents Chat , Kitty and Chris sit down with Sean Ogden, Co-Founder of GiveTech , to talk about one of the least glamorous but most important parts of payments: merchant onboarding. GiveTech’s mission is to make giving so simple it can happen at a stoplight, but that kind of frictionless donation experience only works if the platform also has strong controls behind the scenes. The… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/1002820/episodes/19248367-givetech-and-the-onboarding-flow-that-finally-made-sense.mp3) ## Episode 255: Un-Bee-Lievable Money Lessons _2026-05-22 · Our 2 Cents_ We’re buzzing with a brand-new episode of Our 2 Cents! On today’s show, the Lewits share their quotes of the month, summer vacation budgeting tips, what bees can teach us about finances, and May’s financial focus. Tune in now and catch all the sweet financial insights! Quotes of the Month: “When buying and selling are controlled by legislation, the first things to be bought and sold are… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/2008871/episodes/19223105-episode-255-un-bee-lievable-money-lessons.mp3) ## Payments got messy. Good. _2026-05-13 · CentsChat_ Cents Chat is back with a new format, sharper opinions, and a very clear mission: help ISVs, PayFacs, marketplaces, fintech teams, and payments operators make sense of the messy parts of modern payments. In this relaunch episode, Kitty kicks things off with Jason, Steve, and Chris to explain what the new Cents Chat is all about: real pain points, practical payments strategy, current industry… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/1002820/episodes/19170533-payments-got-messy-good.mp3) ## Episode 254: Can AI Build A Confident Portfolio? _2026-05-08 · Our 2 Cents_ Our 2 Cents is back with your favorite hosts, Steve and Gabriel Lewit! This episode, we’re talking wealthy birth months, an AI portfolio experiment, and whether beating the market is even possible. Don’t miss it. The Wealthiest Birth Months: Find out which months are tied to financial success and whether yours made the cut. Portfolio Powered by AI: Should you turn to AI for investment advice? This… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/2008871/episodes/19146709-episode-254-can-ai-build-a-confident-portfolio.mp3) ## Episode 253: Are Money Scripts Sabotaging Your Finances? _2026-05-01 · Our 2 Cents_ May is here, and so is a fresh episode of Our 2 Cents! We’re diving into money scripts and common healthcare costs Medicare doesn’t fully cover. Tune in now! The Threat of These Childhood Money Lessons: Hidden money scripts formed in childhood can quietly run the show when it comes to your finances. Here’s how they show up in retirement planning, and what to do if they sound familiar. What… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/2008871/episodes/19110207-episode-253-are-money-scripts-sabotaging-your-finances.mp3)