Podcast Episodes

Making Home-Buying Easier

In this episode, host Brandi Gomez welcomes Navy Federal’s AVP Field Mortgage, Christopher Davis. Tune in to gain some home-buying tips and hear about the different services Navy Federal offers to he…

Published on 2 years, 7 months ago

Managing Your Budget During a Changing Economy

In this episode, Navy Federal’s Assistant Vice President Corporate Economist, Robert Frick and Manager of Personal Finance Management, Thomas Racca join the podcast to share their thoughts on the cur…

Published on 2 years, 10 months ago

How to Manage Your Finances Through Inflation and Market Volatility

In today’s economy, inflation and market volatility can change your financial plan. Rates are rising and prices are going up. For most of us, it’s a great reminder to adjust our investments and strat…

Published on 3 years, 2 months ago

Navy Federal Talks Military Appreciation with Special Guest James Johnson, CEO of Operation Gratitude

Season 1 Episode 13

In honor of Military Appreciation Month, Operation Gratitude President and CEO, James Johnson, joins the MakingCents podcast and new host, Brandi Gomez, to share his own military experience and discu…

Published on 3 years, 6 months ago

Best Careers for Military Spouses

Season 1 Episode 12

We partnered with Hire Heroes USA to survey 2,000+ military spouses on what matters most in a career for them. The results? A list of the top 10 industries and career paths that offer flexibility and…

Published on 3 years, 10 months ago

What You Need to Know About Student Loans

Season 1 Episode 11

No matter when you’re navigating the student loan journey, we want to make sure it’s as simple to understand as possible. In this episode, we’re joined by Brittany Mills, Assistant Manager of Educati…

Published on 4 years, 2 months ago

How to Place a Winning Offer on a Home in 2021

Season 1 Episode 10

Buying a home for the first time can seem like a daunting task, especially in today's market. In this episode, real estate agent and military family member Josh Chapman joins us to discuss his histor…

Published on 4 years, 3 months ago

Navy Federal and Operation Homefront Celebrate Military Appreciation

Season 1 Episode 9

In this episode, we're joined by Operation Homefront for a wrap-up of our Military Appreciation Month celebrations. Hear from Robert Thomas, Operation Homefront's COO, as he shares about the organiza…

Published on 4 years, 4 months ago

Navigating the Economy in 2021

Season 1 Episode 8

In this episode, we welcome back our corporate economist Robert Frick, an expert in behavioral economics and former journalist. Join us as Robert and Emily chat through the current economic climate, …

Published on 4 years, 5 months ago

Military Saves: The Month, the Pledge and Super Savers

Season 1 Episode 7

In this episode, we’re joined by Angela Caban, Director of Military Saves at the Consumer Federation of America, and a military spouse herself. She shares info about Military Saves Month, including w…

Published on 4 years, 6 months ago