Did you know that without Rockabilly, there would be no Beatles? Discover the roots of Rockabilly and its impact on West Tennessee culture on this episode of the Pocket Change Podcast with Beth Bolton from Visit Jackson and Dr. Jeremy Tubbs, Music Professor from the University of Memphis Lambuth. Listen to the full episode to learn Jackson's connection to rockabilly through Carl Perkins, how you can get involved in the local music scene, and get information about the upcoming event, Blue Suede Rockabilly Weekend.

Highlights:

01:15 – Beth, can you tell us about yourself and your role at Visit Jackson, TN?

02:27 – Jeremy, how did you get involved in the Jackson music scene?

03:37 – How did you two get connected?

04:12 – What is involved in Jackson Hidden Tracks and the Jackson Music Society?

05:39 – Why is it important to invest in music in our community?

07:07 – Can you tell us about the Blue Suede Rockabilly Weekend coming up?

11:37 – Are Rockabilly festivals common? What makes them unique?

12:07 – What makes Rockabilly music distinct?

16:28 – Why is Rockabilly music so important to Jackson?

17:37 – How can an aspiring musician or someone interested in live music get involved in this area?

19:53 – What is the best piece of financial advice you've ever been given?

22:37 – If you found some extra change in your pocket, what would you spend it on?

Get connected with the local music scene in Jackson through Jackson Hidden Tracks. Also, learn more about the Blue Suede Rockabilly Weekend and get your tickets today.

The Pocket Change Podcast is presented by Leaders Credit Union. To learn more about Leaders, visit leaderscu.com.

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Did you know that having strong relationships is essential for your financial journey? Hear from Bruce Greenway, Financial Champion at Leaders Credit Union, as he shares how his background as a teacher prepared him to be an advocate for the members he serves to empower their passions and build relationships with them. Listen to the full podcast to hear his advice on which financial products and tools can help you make better financial decisions, why HELOCs are beneficial for you when financial needs arise, and an impactful opportunity he was able to have as a teacher when he received an educator grant from Leaders Education Foundation.

Highlights:

01:16 – Can you tell us about your journey and how you got to Leaders?

03:04 – What did you enjoy most about teaching?

05:16 – What drew you to teaching in the classroom?

06:26 – What is your favorite part of your job here at Leaders?

07:31 – Why is a HELOC a good option for members?

08:18 – What common challenges faces our members, and what solutions do you offer?

09:36 – What are the top tips for someone looking to create margin or build an emergency fund?

10:33 – What other solutions do we have to benefit our members?

11:38 – What is the best financial advice you've ever been given?

12:28 – If you found some extra change in your pocket, what would you spend it on?

Watch the video that won a L.E.A.D.S. Grant for Bruce and his co-teacher's middle school students to be able to have a trip to the U.S. Space and Rocket Center.

For details and disclosures regarding our HELOC program, visit https://www.leaderscu.com/home-loans/heloc

For details and disclosures regarding our Forward Plus High Yield Savings Account, visit https://www.leaderscu.com/savings-accounts

The Pocket Change Podcast is presented by Leaders Credit Union. To learn more about Leaders, visit leaderscu.com.

How does cultivating an environment for creativity inspire local businesses and the community? In this episode, entrepreneur and creative Stephanie Riley shares how her years of experience led her to found B3 Creative Agency. Stephanie discusses the diverse clients her agency serves, her approach to building a strong company culture, her involvement in the vibrant music scene of West Tennessee, and serving the community through the Leaders Education Foundation.

01:19 – Tell us about yourself and how you became a business owner.

02:15 – What does B3 stand for?

02:43 – Have you always been creative and entrepreneurial?

04:29 – Where do you find your inspiration for your unique style & brand?

05:49 – Why is company culture so important to you?

06:29 – What do you look for when you're hiring someone?

08:32 – What advice would you give someone who is looking to reestablish their culture & brand?

11:21 – How did you get involved in the tourism & music industries?

14:13 – How has working with local brands changed how you see West Tennessee?

15:10 – What's coming up for Jackson Hidden Tracks?

17:37 – What has working with agriculture meant for you and your brand?

21:35 – As a member of the Leaders Education Foundation board, why do you choose to give back by serving in that role?

23:06 – What is the best financial advice you've ever been given?

24:57 – If you found some extra change in your pocket, what would you spend it on?

To learn more about B3 Creative Agency, visit b3creativeagency.com. Dive into the music scene in Jackson through Jackson Hidden Tracks at jacksonhiddentracks.com or get tickets to the Blue Suede Rockabilly Weekend at bluesuedeweekend.com.

The Pocket Change Podcast is presented by Leaders Credit Union. To learn more about Leaders, visit leaderscu.com.

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