Mav Money Talk Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/mav-money-talk Join students of the Financial Planning program at Minnesota State University along with Dr. Dan Hiebert as they share tips and best practices to help you save, manage, and invest money while in college and beyond. A podcast made by students for students. © 2026 Minnesota State University, Mankato 038c2899-de4a-575e-b556-08b52215c5e9 yes en Mon, 16 Mar 2026 11:18:57 -0500 Mon, 16 Mar 2026 11:19:12 -0500 https://img.transistorcdn.com/zIqS-UJRv_l27WXdQf4GJgrgzzKrqKDwI4aRqZeBp-g/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzM0MDczLzE2NjYx/MjgyMTktYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.jpg Mav Money Talk episodic Minnesota State University, Mankato Join students of the Financial Planning program at Minnesota State University along with Dr. Dan Hiebert as they share tips and best practices to help you save, manage, and invest money while in college and beyond. A podcast made by students for students. Join students of the Financial Planning program at Minnesota State University along with Dr. Jen Cucurullo No No Careers in Financial Planning: Recent Graduate Aidan Ryan's Journey 12 12 Careers in Financial Planning: Recent Graduate Aidan Ryan's Journey full 2d952a1b-4561-48a5-abc1-e1020e500337 https://mavmoneytalks.transistor.fm/12 This Mav Money podcast episode, MSU Financial Planning Leaders, Aiden Hall and Maya Nelson have a discussion with Aiden Ryan, a recent MSU graduate, and his career path in financial planning and his transition from a financial advisor role to a back‑office position at Fortress Financial Group. Ryan shares his journey from initially considering a medical career to discovering his passion for financial planning. He details his experience with the CFP certification process, including the challenges of balancing work and study while employed at Fortress. The conversation also covers the RIA (Registered Investment Advisor) model, the importance of communication skills in financial advising, and the various career paths available within the financial planning industry.

]]> This Mav Money podcast episode, MSU Financial Planning Leaders, Aiden Hall and Maya Nelson have a discussion with Aiden Ryan, a recent MSU graduate, and his career path in financial planning and his transition from a financial advisor role to a back‑office position at Fortress Financial Group. Ryan shares his journey from initially considering a medical career to discovering his passion for financial planning. He details his experience with the CFP certification process, including the challenges of balancing work and study while employed at Fortress. The conversation also covers the RIA (Registered Investment Advisor) model, the importance of communication skills in financial advising, and the various career paths available within the financial planning industry.

]]> Mon, 16 Mar 2026 11:18:51 -0500 Minnesota State University, Mankato Minnesota State University, Mankato 2537 This Mav Money podcast episode, MSU Financial Planning Leaders, Aiden Hall and Maya Nelson have a discussion with Aiden Ryan, a recent MSU graduate, and his career path in financial planning and his transition from a financial advisor role to a back‑office position at Fortress Financial Group. Ryan shares his journey from initially considering a medical career to discovering his passion for financial planning. He details his experience with the CFP certification process, including the challenges of balancing work and study while employed at Fortress. The conversation also covers the RIA (Registered Investment Advisor) model, the importance of communication skills in financial advising, and the various career paths available within the financial planning industry.

]]> No Podcast 11 with Aiden and Maya 11 11 Podcast 11 with Aiden and Maya full 16b58459-14e2-4ae4-a229-64d7e4f5b812 https://mavmoneytalks.transistor.fm/11 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 19:37:58 -0600 Dan Hiebert Dan Hiebert 1507 No Tax Planning for College students. 10 10 Tax Planning for College students. full 225a8217-d6cf-4f5f-b2ac-9be958b3029c https://mavmoneytalks.transistor.fm/10 Title of the episode: Roundtable Discussion: Tax Planning for College students.

 

Episode summary: Special guest, Jacob Bristol discusses what college students should know about tax planning.

 

Full description of the episode and any show notes/links: 

In this episode, MSU Senior Jacob Bristol provides timely information on:

·         Covering tax forms like W-2 and the 1040

·         Reviewing tax deductions and credits that impact college students

·         Comparing investing in a traditional IRA vs. Roth IRA

·         Discussing tax return software such as TurboTax

·         Exploring Jacob’s career path that let him to the double major

 

Number of the episode: 10

 

Guests: names, title, or year in school, major etc. 

Jacob Bristol-Sr. Accounting/Financial Planning Major

 

]]> Title of the episode: Roundtable Discussion: Tax Planning for College students.

 

Episode summary: Special guest, Jacob Bristol discusses what college students should know about tax planning.

 

Full description of the episode and any show notes/links: 

In this episode, MSU Senior Jacob Bristol provides timely information on:

·         Covering tax forms like W-2 and the 1040

·         Reviewing tax deductions and credits that impact college students

·         Comparing investing in a traditional IRA vs. Roth IRA

·         Discussing tax return software such as TurboTax

·         Exploring Jacob’s career path that let him to the double major

 

Number of the episode: 10

 

Guests: names, title, or year in school, major etc. 

Jacob Bristol-Sr. Accounting/Financial Planning Major

 

]]> Sun, 06 Apr 2025 21:29:09 -0500 Minnesota State University, Mankato Minnesota State University, Mankato 1408 Title of the episode: Roundtable Discussion: Tax Planning for College students.

 

Episode summary: Special guest, Jacob Bristol discusses what college students should know about tax planning.

 

Full description of the episode and any show notes/links: 

In this episode, MSU Senior Jacob Bristol provides timely information on:

·         Covering tax forms like W-2 and the 1040

·         Reviewing tax deductions and credits that impact college students

·         Comparing investing in a traditional IRA vs. Roth IRA

·         Discussing tax return software such as TurboTax

·         Exploring Jacob’s career path that let him to the double major

 

Number of the episode: 10

 

Guests: names, title, or year in school, major etc. 

Jacob Bristol-Sr. Accounting/Financial Planning Major

 

]]> No Career planning and behavioral finance discussion with Mark Brice of Mindful Asset Planning. 9 9 Career planning and behavioral finance discussion with Mark Brice of Mindful Asset Planning. full c93c3a1a-f8d2-4ce9-98b8-04f88ce1aead https://mavmoneytalks.transistor.fm/9 The team discusses internships, career tips, and best practices, along with a discussion on behavioral finance and its impact on your money decisions. Mark is a guest on the show and is a CFP®, partner and Sr. Financial Planner at MAP.

 


]]> The team discusses internships, career tips, and best practices, along with a discussion on behavioral finance and its impact on your money decisions. Mark is a guest on the show and is a CFP®, partner and Sr. Financial Planner at MAP.

 


]]> Fri, 01 Mar 2024 07:13:16 -0600 Minnesota State University, Mankato Minnesota State University, Mankato 3349 The team discusses internships, career tips, and best practices, along with a discussion on behavioral finance and its impact on your money decisions. Mark is a guest on the show and is a CFP®, partner and Sr. Financial Planner at MAP.

 


]]> personal finance, internships, career tips, behavioral finance No Roundtable Discussion: Planning for your Internship and Job Search 8 8 Roundtable Discussion: Planning for your Internship and Job Search full 31fd5720-428e-418a-91a0-16050f57d613 https://mavmoneytalks.transistor.fm/8 In this episode, the team discusses their successful internship and job search process.

Aidan Ryan, Charlie Frazzini, and Austin Deike; Financial Planning Majors, all had one thing in common and that was to write up a list that included more than one firm for both internships and jobs. Many of the postings are listed on the platform called Handshake, but that shouldn't be your only source. Social media and firm website career sections are great options to search. What if there are firms you would love to work for and they don’t have a position posted? Learn from the team on how they found success. 

 

After you listen, consider getting to work on your plan, starting with a list of firms you want to work for.     

]]> In this episode, the team discusses their successful internship and job search process.

Aidan Ryan, Charlie Frazzini, and Austin Deike; Financial Planning Majors, all had one thing in common and that was to write up a list that included more than one firm for both internships and jobs. Many of the postings are listed on the platform called Handshake, but that shouldn't be your only source. Social media and firm website career sections are great options to search. What if there are firms you would love to work for and they don’t have a position posted? Learn from the team on how they found success. 

 

After you listen, consider getting to work on your plan, starting with a list of firms you want to work for.     

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 14:36:48 -0500 Minnesota State University, Mankato Minnesota State University, Mankato 3573 In this episode, the team discusses their successful internship and job search process.

Aidan Ryan, Charlie Frazzini, and Austin Deike; Financial Planning Majors, all had one thing in common and that was to write up a list that included more than one firm for both internships and jobs. Many of the postings are listed on the platform called Handshake, but that shouldn't be your only source. Social media and firm website career sections are great options to search. What if there are firms you would love to work for and they don’t have a position posted? Learn from the team on how they found success. 

 

After you listen, consider getting to work on your plan, starting with a list of firms you want to work for.     

]]> internships, job search, financial planning students, business school students No The Importance of Employee Benefits in your Career Search 7 7 The Importance of Employee Benefits in your Career Search full 584bd842-fe54-4d45-a604-c4c92350fc48 https://mavmoneytalks.transistor.fm/7 In this episode, the team talks with Carter Morrissette, a recent college graduate and new financial planner about the importance of employee benefits in your career pursuits. 

 

The value of employee benefits such as 401(k)’s, group health, life and disability insurances, and others should ideally be added to any salary and bonus amounts. It could add as much as 10% to your salary. 

 

Although each employer has a different selection of benefits, it’s essential to educate yourself on any potential employer benefit options. They vary in terms of quality and effectiveness. 

  

After you listen, make it a point to discuss employee benefits in your job search, and in the interview process.           

]]> In this episode, the team talks with Carter Morrissette, a recent college graduate and new financial planner about the importance of employee benefits in your career pursuits. 

 

The value of employee benefits such as 401(k)’s, group health, life and disability insurances, and others should ideally be added to any salary and bonus amounts. It could add as much as 10% to your salary. 

 

Although each employer has a different selection of benefits, it’s essential to educate yourself on any potential employer benefit options. They vary in terms of quality and effectiveness. 

  

After you listen, make it a point to discuss employee benefits in your job search, and in the interview process.           

]]> Wed, 05 Jul 2023 14:59:22 -0500 Minnesota State University, Mankato Minnesota State University, Mankato 2664 In this episode, the team talks with Carter Morrissette, a recent college graduate and new financial planner about the importance of employee benefits in your career pursuits. 

 

The value of employee benefits such as 401(k)’s, group health, life and disability insurances, and others should ideally be added to any salary and bonus amounts. It could add as much as 10% to your salary. 

 

Although each employer has a different selection of benefits, it’s essential to educate yourself on any potential employer benefit options. They vary in terms of quality and effectiveness. 

  

After you listen, make it a point to discuss employee benefits in your job search, and in the interview process.           

]]> No Setting Financial Goals 6 6 Setting Financial Goals full bebdab0e-80ab-427d-8b16-9280df3aad2c https://mavmoneytalks.transistor.fm/6 In episode six, the team interviews two successful financial planners who discuss best practices for setting financial goals.

 

Episode five covered ways to successfully manage your money by using budgeting techniques and methods but it's also important to understand why you are managing your money in the first place. Start with your goals and the purpose for your money. What would you like to accomplish with your money? Not what others tell you it should be, but what you want.

 

Our guests, Ben Taatjes and Jerrid Sebesta, from The Taatjes Financial Group discuss best practices for setting goals and aligning these to your unique purpose in life. 

 

After you listen, consider utilizing some of the best practices in your finances.   

]]> In episode six, the team interviews two successful financial planners who discuss best practices for setting financial goals.

 

Episode five covered ways to successfully manage your money by using budgeting techniques and methods but it's also important to understand why you are managing your money in the first place. Start with your goals and the purpose for your money. What would you like to accomplish with your money? Not what others tell you it should be, but what you want.

 

Our guests, Ben Taatjes and Jerrid Sebesta, from The Taatjes Financial Group discuss best practices for setting goals and aligning these to your unique purpose in life. 

 

After you listen, consider utilizing some of the best practices in your finances.   

]]> Fri, 31 Mar 2023 11:19:54 -0500 Minnesota State University, Mankato Minnesota State University, Mankato 1892 In episode six, the team interviews two successful financial planners who discuss best practices for setting financial goals.

 

Episode five covered ways to successfully manage your money by using budgeting techniques and methods but it's also important to understand why you are managing your money in the first place. Start with your goals and the purpose for your money. What would you like to accomplish with your money? Not what others tell you it should be, but what you want.

 

Our guests, Ben Taatjes and Jerrid Sebesta, from The Taatjes Financial Group discuss best practices for setting goals and aligning these to your unique purpose in life. 

 

After you listen, consider utilizing some of the best practices in your finances.   

]]> finance, financial goals, student finances, university, college, cfp No Tracking your money through budgeting  5 5 Tracking your money through budgeting  full 0b05a8b8-ee37-4465-a8ae-e6d862675718 https://mavmoneytalks.transistor.fm/5 In episode number five, the team reviews various ways to track expenses while highlighting three different approaches. The purpose of tracking expenses is to help find money that is slipping through and to redirect that money toward your financial goals.  

 

Each student will describe their way of budgeting and remind the audience that there is no right or wrong way, just different ways. However, each method starts with asking “what do you want to accomplish with your money” and choosing your financial goals.  

 

Which method resonates most with you?

]]> In episode number five, the team reviews various ways to track expenses while highlighting three different approaches. The purpose of tracking expenses is to help find money that is slipping through and to redirect that money toward your financial goals.  

 

Each student will describe their way of budgeting and remind the audience that there is no right or wrong way, just different ways. However, each method starts with asking “what do you want to accomplish with your money” and choosing your financial goals.  

 

Which method resonates most with you?

]]> Tue, 28 Mar 2023 12:14:47 -0500 Minnesota State University, Mankato Minnesota State University, Mankato 2178 In episode number five, the team reviews various ways to track expenses while highlighting three different approaches. The purpose of tracking expenses is to help find money that is slipping through and to redirect that money toward your financial goals.  

 

Each student will describe their way of budgeting and remind the audience that there is no right or wrong way, just different ways. However, each method starts with asking “what do you want to accomplish with your money” and choosing your financial goals.  

 

Which method resonates most with you?

]]> budgeting, finance, college students, finance students, cfp No Scholarship Opportunities 4 4 Scholarship Opportunities full ce28cc65-61ee-418e-bf70-3b151d0156f5 https://mavmoneytalks.transistor.fm/4 Carolyn Nelson, Scholarship Director of Admissions for Minnesota State University, reviews what scholarships are and how they work at MNSU. She will talk about how they fit into a student's overall tuition payment plan along with personal funds and possibly loans. She also reviews the differences between internal and external scholarships, and how to strategically plan for each.


Carolyn discusses how applicants can stand out from the pool by emphasizing their unique qualities and authentic self. Lastly, learn a few best practices that students can use to maximize their potential.

 

The next episode we will switch gears and discuss budgeting best practices.

]]> Carolyn Nelson, Scholarship Director of Admissions for Minnesota State University, reviews what scholarships are and how they work at MNSU. She will talk about how they fit into a student's overall tuition payment plan along with personal funds and possibly loans. She also reviews the differences between internal and external scholarships, and how to strategically plan for each.


Carolyn discusses how applicants can stand out from the pool by emphasizing their unique qualities and authentic self. Lastly, learn a few best practices that students can use to maximize their potential.

 

The next episode we will switch gears and discuss budgeting best practices.

]]> Thu, 29 Dec 2022 12:10:24 -0600 Minnesota State University, Mankato Minnesota State University, Mankato 1725 In this episode, Carolyn Nelson, Scholarship Director of Admissions for Minnesota State University, talks about how students can set themselves up for success when it comes to scholarships. In this episode, Carolyn Nelson, Scholarship Director of Admissions for Minnesota State University, talks about how students can set themselves up for success when it comes to scholarships. scholarships, scholarship application, admissions scholarships, best practices scholarships No Part 2: Student Loans 3 3 Part 2: Student Loans full d82e8bae-4d40-4c54-88ed-266ca2dfc38d https://mavmoneytalks.transistor.fm/3 In this episode, the team discusses student loans including FAFSA and best practices when applying for student loans. They cover the importance of financial education and how it helps understand student loan obligations by the borrower.  They will talk about the difference between subsidized vs. unsubsidized loans and best practices. The team wraps up by covering compound interest, and how it can work in your favor, or against you.

]]> In this episode, the team discusses student loans including FAFSA and best practices when applying for student loans. They cover the importance of financial education and how it helps understand student loan obligations by the borrower.  They will talk about the difference between subsidized vs. unsubsidized loans and best practices. The team wraps up by covering compound interest, and how it can work in your favor, or against you.

]]> Mon, 21 Nov 2022 15:52:13 -0600 Minnesota State University, Mankato Minnesota State University, Mankato 1479 In this episode, the team focuses on some of the specifics of student loans and covers important financial concepts such as compound interest. In this episode, the team focuses on some of the specifics of student loans and covers important financial concepts such as compound interest. student loans, financial planning, financial planning students, money tips for college students No Student Loan Planning 2 2 Student Loan Planning full 9622cefd-ceb8-44d6-af51-3316b24aef8e https://mavmoneytalks.transistor.fm/2 In this episode, the team discusses student loans from a high level, starting with the obligation that loans have to be paid back- a fact that many students seem to forget. And also, that the money you borrow should be used for education, not other things that are tempting but could most likely be poor choices.


The team discusses how loans fit in the Three-Pronged education financing strategy: personal savings (including cash from family), scholarships, loans.

Austin Deike, Jr.-Financial Planning Major

Aidan Ryan, So.- Financial Planning Major

Charlie Frazzini, So.- Finance Major

]]> In this episode, the team discusses student loans from a high level, starting with the obligation that loans have to be paid back- a fact that many students seem to forget. And also, that the money you borrow should be used for education, not other things that are tempting but could most likely be poor choices.


The team discusses how loans fit in the Three-Pronged education financing strategy: personal savings (including cash from family), scholarships, loans.

Austin Deike, Jr.-Financial Planning Major

Aidan Ryan, So.- Financial Planning Major

Charlie Frazzini, So.- Finance Major

]]> Wed, 26 Oct 2022 09:08:23 -0500 College of Business Minnesota State University, Financial Planning Program College of Business Minnesota State University, Financial Planning Program 1511 In this episode, the team focused on a high-level view of student loans, and also how they would fit into students' overall cost of education financing. In this episode, the team focused on a high-level view of student loans, and also how they would fit into students' overall cost of education financing. Financial planning, college loans, student loans, financial planning for students, financial planning club, aacsb business school No Mav Money Talk Introduction 1 1 Mav Money Talk Introduction full f09fbd68-766b-433f-aa46-50b5c90d2900 https://mavmoneytalks.transistor.fm/1 About the podcast:
Mav Money Talk features Minnesota State Mankato financial planning students as they share best practices and tips to help you save, invest, and manage your money while being a college student and beyond. 

Episode 1: 
Meet the financial planning students behind the show as they discuss tips for saving money in the grocery aisle and purchasing generic items. 

Student: Austin Deike, Junior, Finance major with a concentration in Financial Planning 

Student: Aidan Ryan, Sophomore, Finance major with a concentration in Financial Planning 

Student: Charlie Frazzini, Junior, Finance major 

Graduate: Colin Duncan: Finance degree with a concentration in Financial Planning 

Financial Planning Director: Dan Hiebert 

 

]]> About the podcast:
Mav Money Talk features Minnesota State Mankato financial planning students as they share best practices and tips to help you save, invest, and manage your money while being a college student and beyond. 

Episode 1: 
Meet the financial planning students behind the show as they discuss tips for saving money in the grocery aisle and purchasing generic items. 

Student: Austin Deike, Junior, Finance major with a concentration in Financial Planning 

Student: Aidan Ryan, Sophomore, Finance major with a concentration in Financial Planning 

Student: Charlie Frazzini, Junior, Finance major 

Graduate: Colin Duncan: Finance degree with a concentration in Financial Planning 

Financial Planning Director: Dan Hiebert 

 

]]> Mon, 19 Sep 2022 14:01:20 -0500 College of Business, Minnesota State University, Mankato College of Business, Minnesota State University, Mankato 1151 Meet the financial planning students behind the show as they discuss tips for saving money in the grocery aisle and purchasing your favorite shirt. Meet the financial planning students behind the show as they discuss tips for saving money in the grocery aisle and purchasing your favorite shirt. financial planning, college students and finances, finances for college students, saving money in college, saving money, finance college students No