YOU + TFCU Podcast

Terah and Amanda sit down with Allison Griffith, AVP Manager, Treasury Services at Tinker Federal Credit Union, to break down how business members can manage money more efficiently. The conversation covers treasury services tools such as ACH, remote deposit, payroll support, and fraud prevention, along with real-world applications for businesses of all sizes. The episode emphasizes improving cash...

Israel and Amanda sit down with Krista Basinger, SVP of Consumer Lending at Tinker Federal Credit Union, to walk through what members should know before buying a vehicle. The conversation covers affordability, pre-approval, hidden ownership costs, and how TFCU supports members through flexible financing options. The episode also highlights tools such as the car buying center, dealership partnershi...

Israel and Andrew sit down with Jessica Teszlewicz, a Senior Financial Educator at Tinker Federal Credit Union, to talk through practical ways to plan summer staycations without overspending. The conversation covers budgeting strategies, free and low-cost activity ideas, and how to balance fun with long-term financial goals. The episode also highlights TFCU’s financial coaching resources to help m...

Israel and Amanda sit down with May Landon, SVP of Real Estate Lending at Tinker Federal Credit Union, to discuss Tribal Home Loans and how the program supports Native American communities across Oklahoma. The conversation covers eligibility, benefits and misconceptions, while outlining the application process and how TFCU helps members navigate homeownership with confidence. The episode reinforce...

Terah and Andrew sit down with Tim Herbel, founder of Not Your Average Joe, a nonprofit coffee company built to create meaningful employment for people with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities. Tim shares how the organization grew from a single Midtown coffee shop into a multi-location operation across Oklahoma, the impact inclusive employment has on individuals and families, an...

Meet Kate Bacon, Managing Director of the TFCU Foundation, and learn how a group of big-hearted employees helped launch a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in 2016 that today has a focused mission: improving the quality of life for veterans and first responders through home modifications and mental health, housing, employment and suicide prevention resources. Amanda and Terah dig into how the Foundation is fund...

Terah and Israel sit down with Brent Coffman, AVP Business Development Manager at TFCU, for a candid look at what it really means to be a TFCU business partner. Brent breaks down how the partner program works, why relationship is at the core of everything the business development team does, and what makes their approach different from a standard sponsorship or transactional arrangement. From triba...

In celebration of TFCU’s 80th anniversary, hosts Amanda and Andrew sit down with COO Joseph Arthur for a candid conversation about what it means to help lead an 80-year institution. Joseph traces his journey from teller floater to COO over 24 years, shares what has kept TFCU’s mission consistent through decades of change and opens up about the moments that shaped him as a leader. From a turkey giv...

In celebration of TFCU’s 80th anniversary, our four hosts — Israel Estrada, Amanda Nichols, Terah Page, and Andrew Akard— sit down to reflect on what it means to be part of an 80-year legacy. From call centers and commercial real estate to professional development and community service, each host shares a unique journey to TFCU and what keeps them rooted here. They swap go-to stories of member ser...

Discover how TFCU's Interactive Teller Machines (ITMs) are changing the way members bank. ITM Services Supervisor Wednesday Humphrey joins hosts Israel Estrada and Amanda Nichols to explain what ITMs are, how they differ from standard ATMs, and what members can do — from withdrawals and deposits to loan transfers and check cashing — all with a real teller on screen. Wednesday shares the origin sto...

In this episode of the YOU + TFCU Podcast, hosts Israel and Terah sit down with Sarah Stephens, Community Engagement Manager at Tinker Federal Credit Union. Sarah shares how TFCU shows up across Oklahoma and beyond through community events, partnerships, and volunteer efforts. From shred days and member appreciation events to financial education and small acts of kindness, this conversation highli...

Learn the basics of buying a home with Tinker Federal Credit Union Mortgage Originator Becca Harjo. We break down pre-approval, budgeting, hidden costs, loan options, and first-time buyer tips. Whether you're just starting or planning your next move, this episode helps make homebuying simpler and less overwhelming.

In this episode of the YOU + TFCU Podcast, Amanda and Terah are joined by TFCU Financial Educator Kara Robinson to talk about one of the most important — and often misunderstood — personal finance tools: a budget. Kara shares how budgeting isn’t about restriction, but about giving your money direction. From tracking income and expenses to finding a budgeting style that actually sticks, she walks t...

In this episode of the YOU + TFCU Podcast, Andrew and Israel sit down with Nancy Ward, who has served Tinker Federal Credit Union for 30 years, to talk about what truly sets credit unions apart. Nancy breaks down the structural difference between credit unions and banks, explains what it means to be a member-owned financial cooperative, and shares how TFCU returns value to members through better r...

In the very first episode of the YOU + TFCU Podcast, Andrew and Amanda sit down with TFCU CEO Dave Willis to talk about the story behind Tinker Federal Credit Union and what makes credit unions different from banks. This episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at TFCU’s history, mission, and the leadership philosophy that keeps members at the center of everything.

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