Bell Bank and Forum Communications Launch Finance Podcast

New 'Plain Money Talk' series aims to simplify personal finance topics for listeners.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 1:01am

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Bell Bank, a regional financial institution, has teamed up with media company Forum Communications to create a new six-episode podcast called 'Plain Money Talk'. The podcast is designed to provide accessible, easy-to-understand guidance on a variety of personal finance topics, from interest rates and market trends to insurance, investments, and long-term planning.

Why it matters

The podcast is an effort by Bell Bank and Forum Communications to help demystify personal finance for their audience, providing straightforward advice and insights that can empower listeners to make more informed decisions about their money. In an era of complex financial products and information overload, this collaboration aims to cut through the noise and make personal finance feel more approachable.

The details

The 'Plain Money Talk' podcast will cover six episodes, each focusing on a different aspect of personal finance. Topics will range from understanding interest rates and market conditions to navigating insurance, investments, and long-term financial planning. The goal is to provide listeners with practical, actionable guidance in a conversational, easy-to-digest format.

  • The podcast launched on April 1, 2026.

The players

Bell Bank

A regional financial institution based in Fargo, North Dakota, that provides banking, wealth management, and other financial services.

Forum Communications Co.

A media company that owns and operates various news outlets, including newspapers, radio stations, and digital platforms, primarily serving the Upper Midwest region of the United States.

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What they’re saying

“Navigating personal finances can often feel complex, and we wanted to create a resource that makes these topics more accessible and understandable for our audience.”

— Spokesperson

What’s next

The 'Plain Money Talk' podcast will release new episodes on a weekly basis, with the full six-episode series expected to be available by the end of May 2026.

The takeaway

This collaboration between Bell Bank and Forum Communications represents an effort to bridge the gap between complex financial information and the everyday needs of consumers, providing a user-friendly resource to help people better manage their personal finances.