Episodes 29
Avg. Duration 28m
Activity Highly Active
Since Nov 2022
Latest Episode Feb 2026

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About This Podcast

Want to know what’s going on in the credit union industry? From CUSOs to regulatory (and everything in between) we’ll talk about relevant topics and how they could affect you and your business.

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Recent Episodes

S3E25 Building the Future of CUSOs: A Discussion with Randy Salser, NACUSO CEO

Feb 24, 2026 14m

For this podcast episode, Brian Lauer sits down for a conversation with Randy Salser, the new CEO of NACUSO.  Randy discusses his background, what he's excited about for CUSOs and the upcoming GAC…

Latest Changes and Best Practices for TCPA and CAN-SPAM

Jan 28, 2026 40m

Jennifer Winston returns to the podcast to talk about the latest happenings with the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), as well as best practices for compliance issues she sees for the TCPA…

S3E27 Eligible Obligations 101: What They Are and What Credit Unions Need to Know

Dec 02, 2025 30m

In a follow up to their discussion about loan participations earlier this year, Jenn Winston continues her conversation with Mike Heller about what exactly eligible obligations are; why they are…

S3E26 What you Need to Know about Mortgage CUSOs

Sep 18, 2025 24m

Amanda Smith joins the podcast to discuss important issues that your credit union needs to consider prior to forming, investing in, or partnering with a mortgage CUSO.

S3E25 Repercussions of the Federal Stablecoin Legislation on the Credit Union Industry

Jul 24, 2025 33m

Mike and Mike discuss the passage of the GENIUS Act and some other key takeaways for your credit union from 'Crypto Week'.

S3E24 What is Going on at the CFPB? Part 2

Jun 12, 2025 30m

In the second part of our 2-part episode, the discussion about what has been going on at the CFPB with Jennifer Winston continues. The topics in Part 2 of this episode include an update about the…

S3E23 What is Going on at the CFPB? Part 1

Jun 05, 2025 29m

In a 2-part episode, Jennifer Winston joins the podcast to discuss what has been going on at the CFPB since the return of the Trump administration - it's been a lot!  The topic in Part 1 of this…

S3E22 Two Board Members Removed! What is Going on at NCUA?

May 01, 2025 32m

Jennifer Winston, Mike Mulvey, and Mike Heller break down the latest at the NCUA with the recent removal of Board Members Harper and Otsuka - the timeline of events, the current lawsuit, and what the…

S3E21 Loan Participations 101: What Credit Unions should consider before taking the Plunge

Feb 27, 2025 30m

We are seeing an uptick in questions about the purchase of loan participations.  Jenn Winston steps into the host chair to ask Mike Heller why loan participation purchases are attractive to both…

S3E20 What to Think About When Acquiring a CUSO

Jan 30, 2025 24m

Mike Mulvey discusses what your credit union should be considering when acquiring an existing business to operate as a CUSO.  We talk about how to legally structure these transactions, due diligence…

S2E19 Impact of 2024 Elections on the Credit Union and CUSO Industry

Dec 12, 2024 36m

We have a full house Messick Lauer & Smith podcast episode to discuss the impact of the 2024 elections on the credit union and CUSO industry.  This full roundtable discussion covers the…

S2E18 Discussion on Data Security: What Credit Unions Expect and CUSOs Need to Know

Oct 17, 2024 30m

Mike and Mike are on the podcast today to discuss what credit unions are thinking, and what CUSOs should be thinking about regarding data security and confidentiality protections in credit union due…

S2E17 The Post-Chevron Impact on the Credit Union Industry: What Do We Know

Aug 15, 2024 28m

Mike, Jenn, and Mike have a roundtable discussion about the latest hot topics in the credit union industry including the Supreme Court's Loper Bright decision that overturned the Chevron doctrine,…

S2E16 The CFPB's Crusade against Junk Fees and How it Impacts the CU Industry

Jun 25, 2024 40m

Today, we are once again joined by Jenn Winston and Mike Mulvey to discuss the latest developments from the CFPB regarding their focus against junk fees.  After Jenn discusses recent actions taken by…

S2E15 The CFPB’s Proposed Personal Financial Data Rights rule

May 13, 2024 37m

In this episode, Jenn Winston sits down with Mike Heller to discuss the CFPB's new proposed Personal Financial Data Rights rule.  Mike answers questions about what credit unions, CUSOs, and fintechs…

S2E14 Getting ready for the NACUSO Conference

Apr 11, 2024 28m

Pre-NACUSO Conference Roundtable! Mike, Jenn, and Mike get together to give a preview to their "Hot Topics" presentation at next week's NACUSO Conference.  It covers topics and trends that we are…

S2E13 The Corporate Transparency Act: A Journey through the Maze

Feb 15, 2024 31m

Mike Mulvey returns to In the CU for a deep dive into the Corporate Transparency Act, a new set of FinCEN regulations that include reporting obligations that could impact your CUSO.

S1E12 An Interview with the Honorable Rodney Hood

Nov 17, 2023 36m

Brian Lauer speaks with NCUA Board Member Rodney Hood.

S1E11 What makes a Financial Institution - with Amanda Smith

Aug 30, 2023 23m

A conversation with Amanda Smith about whether your business is considered to be (seriously) a financial institution, what the FTC's Safeguards Rule is, and what your business needs to know about…

S1E10 Talking With Mike Mulvey About Corporate Separateness

Jul 20, 2023 23m

In today's episode, Mike Mulvey returns to In the CU to discuss the legal and operational importance of corporate separateness

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does In the CU have?

In the CU has published 29 episodes since November 2022, covering topics in Business.

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In the CU is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 months. Average episode length is 28m.

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