Making Sense of your Cents

Feeling overwhelmed by your finances? Wish you could get clear, simple advice from a trusted source? Welcome to "Making Sense of your Cents," the weekly podcast from First Century Bank that gives you actionable financial tips in five minutes or less.

Join hosts Daniel Hill and Shanna Browning as they cut through the confusing jargon to help you build financial confidence. Whether you're looking to understand your credit score, create a budget that actually works, spot the difference between APY and APR, or protect yourself from scams, we're here to help.

Our mission is to empower our community with friendly, practical money knowledge. Subscribe now and start making sense of your cents, one simple tip at a time.

Co-host

Shanna Browning

As a proud East Tennessee native, Shanna has dedicated her entire 33-year career to serving the financial needs of her community.

Her journey in banking has given her a unique 360-degree perspective, with experience in roles ranging from the teller line and loan processing to private client lending and 401k specialization. In her current role as Community Outreach Manager for First Century Bank, she focuses on empowering her neighbors through financial knowledge. This diverse background has provided her with a deep understanding of the questions and challenges people face every day.

Deeply committed to her home, Shanna is actively involved in numerous local organizations, including Dogwood Arts and the Alzheimer's Association, and is an alumna of Leadership Knoxville. She is dedicated to helping listeners build the confidence to take control of their financial lives.