Common Cents on the Prairie
We started our podcast with one goal — to help you do more with your money, regardless of financial situation. Whether you’re a young professional just getting started or a long-time business owner looking to retire, we’re here to help you simplify the sometimes complex topic of money. Stream all episodes below or wherever you get your podcasts!
Episodes
64 episodes
The Second Gen of Pomegranate Market
70% of family businesses either fail or are sold before making it to the second generation. Jonah and Craig Snyder, co-owners of Pomegranate Market, represent the other 30%. The father-son duo i...
Not Just a CEO ft. Randy Knecht
Whether it was running in the door to make it to his kids' activities, or it was giving back to the community through his time, talent, and treasures, Randy Knecht's career at Journey Group was...
Inside the Scheels Culture ft. Steve Scheel
Whether you shop at Scheels for the clothing, the sports equipment, or the Ferris wheel, you can expect a great experience driven by the company's people-first culture. Hear from former CEO Steve Scheel as...
How We Money: The SISU Fit Story ft. Annie and Chris Mello
Annie and Chris Mello met at a gym in 2001, so it only made sense for the couple to one day open a gym of their own. With a mission to make Sioux Falls the healthiest city, Annie and Chris are getting candid about dad bods, failure, and what it...
Moving Past Your Money Mistakes ft. Heather & Douglas Boneparth
There may be no winning the ever-changing game of money. Heather and Douglas Boneparth, authors of the new book "Money Together," share how moving past your money mistakes can help you improve your personal finances by changing the game instead...
The True Value of Money ft. Bob Simpson
When a life-altering, traumatic event plummeted Bob Simpson into poverty, his entire view on money shifted. The founder and CEO of the Multifamily Impact Council shares how digging out of a negative net worth taught him the true value of money ...
Climbing the Wealth Ladder ft. Nick Maggiulli
We know what you're thinking, but climbing the wealth ladder isn't as simple as taking one step at a time. Nick Maggiulli, the chief operating officer for Ritholtz Wealth Management and a financial author, breaks down different strategies to im...
Life After Leading a Family Business ft. Mike Wells, Craig Snyder, and Joe Kirby
Success in both work and retirement comes from having a strong sense of purpose. In front of a live audience, Mike Wells of Wells Blue Bunny, Craig Snyder of VIKOR Teleconstruction, and Joe Kirby of Western Surety Company share their success st...
The Finances of Family Farms ft. Darren Hefty
Since age 7, when he began working on the family farm for a penny a week, Darren Hefty has been ingrained in the financial side of the agriculture industry. From funny memories of growing up on the farm to the days of expanding
How We Money: Life After Loss ft. Samantha Russell
What does life after losing a spouse look like? Samantha Russell shares her experience following the loss of her husband more than a year ago, including what she's learned about stoicism,...
From CEO to Public Servant ft. Mayor Paul TenHaken
He left his role as founder and CEO of Click Rain to become the 32nd mayor of Sioux Falls, moving from a career in the private sector to the public sector. Mayor Paul TenHaken has a candid conversation with us about his choice to become a publi...
What Is Purpose? ft. Jordan Grumet
We can't all save puppies or play Major League Baseball for a living, but we can still find a sense of purpose. Hospice doctor, podcaster, and author Jordan Grumet answers the existential question of "Wha...
How We Money: Ashley and Chuck Shaver
Build, buy, or remodel? With the chaos of the housing market in recent years, many homebuyers are feeling stuck. Small business owners Ashley and Chuck Shaver chat about their housing situation, dreams of building on a two-acre lot, and how the...
Finding a Balance Between Health and Wealth ft. Diana Cabrices
After growing up in a paycheck-to-paycheck household, Diana Cabrices worked so hard to reach a higher financial status that she began to pay the price with her health. Hear about her journey from growi...
Separating From the W2 Race ft. Lon Stroschein
After 20 years of climbing the corporate ladder, Lon Stroschein traded his impressive title, corner office, and executive salary for a new passion he had yet to discover. Now the former Raven Industries executive is helping others navigate what...
How We Money: When Farming Meets Fashion
When farming meets fashion, here's what the finances look like. Rebekah Scott, founder and owner of Rebekah Scott Designs, and Nick Scott, a fifth-generation farmer and rancher, chat about their entrepreneuria...
[Short Cut] When Do You Sleep? (ft. Rebekah and Nick Scott)
In this Common Cents Short Cut, Rebekah and Nick Scott chat with Adam about balancing business success with the many other hats they wear. Listen to the full episode, How We Money: When Farming Meets Fashion
Maximizing Your Giving Impact
Cindy Peterson wants everyone to view themselves as a philanthropist, whether that means giving of your time, talent, or treasure. The founder and CEO of Maximizing Excellence, a nonprofit consult...
How We Money: Live with Michael and Jean Bender
If Michael and Jean Bender were to sum up their money story, it would be that opposites attract; he was raised to be a spender, while she was raised to be so frugal that a fried shrimp basket felt like a splurge. He's the founder of Bender Comp...
Becoming the Main Character in Your Money Story (ft. Stacy Havener)
"In a world full of men who love numbers, there was a place for a girl who loved words." Stacy Havener is an award-winning writer, founder and CEO of Havener Capital Partners, and Dunkin' superfan. ...
Millionaire Myth-Busting With a Ramsey Show Co-Host
He went from $40,000 in debt to becoming a net-worth millionaire in less than 10 years, all by his early 30s. So, what’s George Kamel’s secret? Follow along as this Ramsey Solutions personality and bestselling author busts some common millionai...
How We Money: Wells Blue Bunny and Beyond
Mike and Cheryl Wells recently sold their family's business, Wells Enterprises — the renowned, Iowa-based maker of Blue Bunny ice cream. After more than 45 years of marriage, working for and eventu...
How We Money: Second Marriage and Money
Opening a joint account, buying a house together, and doing estate planning all before getting married?! Let’s just say that spouses Jaime and Curtis Taets took a unique approach to merging their finances — but, well, that’s what you have to do...
How We Money: Merging Financial Lives
For Heather and Douglas Boneparth, this isn’t just a money story. It’s a love story. Find out how these college sweethearts, who grew up with vastly different money experiences, overcame all obstacles to merge their financial lives — and how th...
Why Do I Do That With My Money?
Ever wonder what causes you to fight with your spouse about finances, or to envy your neighbor's newer car and bigger house? Dr. Joy Lere, a licensed clinical psychologist and co-founder of Shaping Wealth, is here to break down the "why" behind...
