Icebreakers in Fintech
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Podcast Overview
<p><b>Icebreakers in Fintech</b> is the podcast that brings clarity to the most misunderstood topics in financial services. Hosted by Payments Elsa, each episode breaks down complex concepts like instant payments, stablecoins, artificial intelligence, and the future of money movement—without the jargon or hype.</p><p></p><p>Designed for bankers, fintech leaders, payments professionals, and curious people, this show connects the dots between regulation, technology, and real-world impact. Expect plain-English explanations, credible data points, and honest conversations about what’s changing, why it matters, and how financial institutions can lead responsibly.</p><p>If you’ve ever thought, <i>“Someone please explain this already,”</i> you’re in the right place.</p>
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2/19/2026
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Recent Episodes
February 22, 2026
Episode #3: How Your Money Actually Moves
<p>Most people don’t move money. Payment rails do.</p><p></p><p>From ACH to wires, checks to instant payments, and now stablecoins, each rail exists for a specific purpose and tradeoff. Understanding how they work and when to use each changes the entire strategic conversation.</p><p></p><p>In this episode, we break down the payments ecosystem in plain English, explore why instant payments changed expectations, and discuss where programmable money fits into the symphony of financial infrastructure.</p>
February 22, 2026
Episode #1: Banks Slept on Fintech. Are They About to Do It Again?
<p>Fifteen years ago, many financial institutions dismissed fintech as "hype." While they waited, the market shifted, digital expectations changed, and consolidation followed.</p><p>Today, stablecoins are often treated the same way, being lumped in with crypto speculation instead of evaluated as payment infrastructure. More than $100 billion in fiat-backed stablecoins are already in circulation globally, moving real value in real time.</p><p></p><p>In this episode, we examine the pattern financial institutions risk repeating, what stablecoins actually represent, and why curiosity, not fear, is the smarter strategic posture.</p>
February 22, 2026
Episode #4 Responsible AI in Banking
<p>AI is already inside financial institutions, whether leadership formally planned for it or not.</p><p></p><p>As regulators increasingly focus on transparency, explainability, and data governance, institutions without clear AI policies risk falling behind. The issue is no longer whether AI exists in institutions, but how it is governed.</p><p></p><p>In this episode, we demystify AI for banking leaders, discuss the policy gap many institutions face, and outline the first questions every financial institution should be asking right now.</p>
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- What is Icebreakers in Fintech?
<p><b>Icebreakers in Fintech</b> is the podcast that brings clarity to the most misunderstood topics in financial services. Hosted by Payments Elsa, each episode breaks down complex concepts like instant payments, stablecoins, artificial intelligence, and the future of money movement—without the jargon or hype.</p><p></p><p>Designed for bankers, fintech leaders, payments professionals, and curious people, this show connects the dots between regulation, technology, and real-world impact. Expect plain-English explanations, credible data points, and honest conversations about what’s changing, why it matters, and how financial institutions can lead responsibly.</p><p>If you’ve ever thought, <i>“Someone please explain this already,”</i> you’re in the right place.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.
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