That's So Money

1130 WISN (WISNAM)

Hosted by Jeff McCarthy and Becky Miller from Bank Five Nine, That’s So Money takes an innovative and entertaining approach to financial education, providing listeners with content that can help attain financial freedom. Each show will also feature a local partner in the community, like a small business customer or non-profit organization, showcasing how they make lives better in the communities we serve. read less
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2021 Prediction Results
Dec 27 2021
2021 Prediction Results
In January, 2021 Jeff McCarthy and Becky Miller shared some predictions for the year from Fortune.com. On this episode, they follow up on these predictions to see which came true and which fell short.

Episodes

2021 Prediction Results
Dec 27 2021
2021 Prediction Results
In January, 2021 Jeff McCarthy and Becky Miller shared some predictions for the year from Fortune.com. On this episode, they follow up on these predictions to see which came true and which fell short.
R&R House
Dec 20 2021
R&R House
Peter Borucki, R&R House Manager joins Jeff McCarthy and Becky Miller to discuss the first peer-run respite in the nation to provide a safe and welcoming environment exclusively for former members of the US Armed Forces.
Financial New Year’s Resolutions You Can Keep
Dec 20 2021
Financial New Year’s Resolutions You Can Keep
It’s important for everyone to reset their personal finances and their goals for the New Year. Jeff McCarthy and Becky miller discuss some financial changes you should resolve to make in the year to come.
Bell Tower Memorial
Dec 13 2021
Bell Tower Memorial
Jean Miller and Steve McNeal, both from the Bell Tower Memorial organization Board of Directors, join Jeff McCarthy and Becky Miller to talk about their memorial project in Pewaukee and how they’re preserving Veteran histories through their programs and projects
World’s Most Expensive Christmas Gifts and Decorations
Dec 13 2021
World’s Most Expensive Christmas Gifts and Decorations
Hold on to your wallets! Jeff McCarthy and Becky Miller go down the list of the world’s most expensive Christmas gifts and decorations. From a $3,400 nativity set to a $1.5 million dog, you might not believe what else is on the list.
Paintings for Pediatrics
Dec 6 2021
Paintings for Pediatrics
Craig Sorbo, President and Founder of Paintings for Pediatrics joins Jeff McCarthy and Becky Miller to talk about this great organization and how they’re using kids’ artwork to help fight pediatric cancer.
Working Remotely
Dec 6 2021
Working Remotely
There are definitely pros and cons to working remotely. But if it’s something that interests you, Jeff McCarthy and Becky Miller will discuss the 10 jobs with the most remote work opportunities and how much they pay.
The Housing Low Down
Nov 28 2021
The Housing Low Down
Jeff McCarthy and Becky Miller cover several housing topics including the expensive rental market, signs that the hot housing market might finally be starting to cool, and small, manageable projects you can do to make your home more welcoming that won’t break the bank.
German Christmas Market
Nov 22 2021
German Christmas Market
Sharon Manke, German Christmas Market Board Member joins Jeff McCarthy and Becky Miller to talk about this local favorite. Celebrating their 10th anniversary, market-goers can expect shopping, entertainment, food, drink, rides, Santa, and so much more!
Black Friday 2021: How To Get The Best Deals
Nov 22 2021
Black Friday 2021: How To Get The Best Deals
Instead of one-day door buster deals, Black Friday now spans more than a month of sales. Hear from Jeff McCarthy and Becky Miller about some deals that are already out and different ways to save.
Wisconsin State Fair Foundation
Nov 15 2021
Wisconsin State Fair Foundation
Anna Zeck, Director of the Wisconsin State Fair Foundation, joins Jeff McCarthy and Becky Miller to discuss how 11 months of work culminate into the best 11 days of the year; including some upcoming holiday surprises.
Top 10 Most Embarrassing Money Topics
Nov 15 2021
Top 10 Most Embarrassing Money Topics
Often, people are too embarrassed or uncomfortable to talk about money openly. Jeff McCarthy and Becky Miller go over the top 10 most embarrassing money topics and offer some suggestions on how to tackle them with confidence.
Islands Of Brilliance
Nov 8 2021
Islands Of Brilliance
Mark Fairbanks, Co-founder of Islands of Brilliance, joins Jeff McCarthy and Becky Miller to share how this organization’s neurodiverse talent incubator provides measurable benefits for kids with autism through gains in social communication skills and vocational exploration opportunities.
Millennials and Gen Zers Lowering Their Retirement Age
Nov 8 2021
Millennials and Gen Zers Lowering Their Retirement Age
According to Money.com, the pandemic changed the way many people relate to money, and that’s really showing up in how they think about retirement. Jeff McCarthy and Becky Miller discuss these changes and how many think they can retire in their 50’s.
Veterans Outreach of WI
Oct 31 2021
Veterans Outreach of WI
Zach Zdroik, Vice Chair of Veterans Outreach of WI joins Jeff McCarthy and Becky Miller to discuss their tiny home project in Racine, WI and the many programs they have to benefit local veterans.
FAFSA Tips: 7 Moves That Could Score You More Financial Aid
Oct 31 2021
FAFSA Tips: 7 Moves That Could Score You More Financial Aid
Want your student to get help paying for college? Jeff McCarthy and Becky Miller talk about you can get smart about your strategy for acing FAFSA (the Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
United Community Center
Oct 24 2021
United Community Center
Fernando Campos, Neighborhood Development Coordinator for the United Community Center joins Jeff McCarthy and Becky Miller to discuss how this non-profit organization is helping residents in Milwaukee become first-time homebuyers.
15 Budget Cleaning Hacks You Won’t Believe Actually Work
Oct 24 2021
15 Budget Cleaning Hacks You Won’t Believe Actually Work
Pesky water marks or a dirty keyboard? Jeff McCarthy and Becky Miller go over the 15 budget cleaning hacks you won’t believe actually work from housebeautiful.com. Give them a try; you might be surprised!
The Box Theatre
Oct 17 2021
The Box Theatre
Allison Chicorel, Managing Artistic Director of The Box Theatre Company in Oconomowoc, joins Jeff McCarthy and Becky Miller to share their upcoming show schedule plus a few events to look forward to in 2022.
Renovated Lately? You Might to Rethink Your Home Insurance
Oct 17 2021
Renovated Lately? You Might to Rethink Your Home Insurance
Jeff McCarthy and Becky Miller take a deep dive into a money.com article that shares whether you might want to consider more insurance coverage based on recent renovations to your home.