NAMB Podcast

Recent Episodes

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Oct. 13, 2026

Episode 55: What Problems Do You Solve? Tim Braheem’s Advice for Loan Officers

What can mortgage professionals do when business gets tough? Tim Braheem’s advice: focus on what you can control, show people you care, and make sure they know what problems you solve. In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, host Ginger Bell welcomes Tim Braheem, Chief Content Officer of The Loan Atlas, longtime mortgage coach, and former top-producing originator. Tim shares practical ways to build relationships, improve sales conversations, and find opportunities in a challenging market. In This
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Sept. 30, 2026

Episode 54: NAMB’s New President Mike Farrell and His Vision for MORE

What does Mike Farrell want mortgage professionals to know on his first day as NAMB President? The door is open—and he wants more people to walk through it. In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields welcome Mike Farrell, the new President of the National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB). Released on October 1, 2026, the conversation marks the first day of Mike’s term and offers a look at his priorities for the year ahead. Mike shares how NAMB plans to streng
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Sept. 29, 2026

Episode 53: Leaving NAMB Stronger: Kimber White on Leadership, Advocacy & What Comes Next

What does it really take to make sure mortgage brokers have a voice where the biggest industry decisions are being made? In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, host Ginger Bell welcomes Kimber White, President of the National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB), for a candid conversation about advocacy, leadership, housing affordability, industry relationships, and the future of the mortgage broker community. As Kimber reflects on his year as NAMB President, he shares what he is most proud of
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Sept. 22, 2026

Episode 52: NMLS Licensing Made Clear: Renewal, CE & More with Rich Madison

What if a few minutes today could save you major headaches during NMLS renewal? In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, host Ginger Bell welcomes Rich Madison, Senior Vice President with NMLS, for a practical conversation about licensing, renewals, continuing education, NMLS modernization, and what mortgage professionals need to know as they prepare for the year ahead. Rich has been part of the licensing journey since the implementation of the SAFE Act. He explains how the industry has changed ov
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Sept. 15, 2026

Episode 51: Mortgage Compliance Should Be Guardrails, Not Brakes

What if compliance didn’t have to slow your mortgage business down? What if it could actually help you grow? In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields welcome Scott Geisel, Director of Compliance at Strategic Compliance Partners, for a practical conversation about building a compliance program that protects your business while giving you room to grow. Scott explains why mortgage professionals need to think beyond simply “checking the compliance box.” With state r
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Sept. 8, 2026

Episode 50: Frank Garay Talks the Real-World Side of Mortgage Compliance

What happens when you ask someone who admits compliance isn’t exactly his favorite topic to talk about mortgage compliance? You get a real-world conversation every loan officer can relate to. In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields welcome Frank Garay of Loan Officer Breakfast Club to talk about the side of compliance mortgage professionals deal with every day. From social media and AI-generated content to videos, marketing campaigns, NMLS information, and old

About the Hosts

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Ginger Bell

Ginger Bell is an Emmy award-winning producer, best-selling author, and nationally recognized Edumarketing expert with decades of experience in the mortgage, real estate, and financial services industries. She has a passion for making complex topics approachable and actionable for mortgage professionals, empowering them with the tools and strategies needed to grow their businesses.

Ginger has authored multiple industry books and training programs, with her most recent books including Influential Marketing and Influential Leadership. She is a sought-after speaker at national mortgage and real estate conferences and often presents on topics such as Leadership, Marketing, and Artificial Intelligence. Known for her engaging style, deep industry knowledge, and commitment to helping professionals stand out in a competitive marketplace, Ginger is a trusted voice in the industry.

🔗 go2training.com | gingerbell.net | aibeehive.com

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Matt Shields

Matt Shields is a dedicated mortgage professional with over seven years of experience helping families navigate homeownership. He attended Ohio State University, studying Consumer and Family Financial Services, before deciding to go full-time into the mortgage business. Matt also completed advanced training in Mortgage Lending at the Hondros College of Business.

A top 1% originator nationally, Matt leads the Shields Mortgage Team with a mission to make lending clear, fast, and stress-free. He is also the head of the National Association of Mortgage Brokers Young Professionals Group, where he mentors and advocates for the next generation of mortgage leaders. Known for his hands-on guidance and strong communication, Matt’s passion for education and industry innovation makes him a powerful voice in today’s mortgage landscape.

📧 mshields@usa-mortgage.com | 📞 614-949-2136
🔗 shieldsmortgageteam.com
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