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Mitten Money Podcast

Welcome to Mitten Money, the go-to podcast for all things finance in the great state of Michigan. Whether you’re a seasoned investor, a budding entrepreneur, or simply looking to make smarter financial decisions, this podcast has something for you.

About Mitten Money

Originally created to inspire and motivate business leaders, Mitten Money has now expanded its reach to inspire all financial connoisseurs in Michigan. Join host Will Zank and co-host Kevin Scorsone as they engage in insightful discussions, share expert advice, and interview prominent business leaders from across the Mitten State.

Do you have suggestions of episode topics or business leaders to interview? Please email william.zank@tristartrust.com

Episodes

S6:E8: No Financial Question is Off-Limits

No Financial Question is Off-LimitsIn this episode of Mitten Money, Will and Kevin tackle some of the financial questions clients may be hesitant to ask their advisors. They discuss responsible credit card use, managing debt, evaluating portfolio performance, and how...

S6:E7: Renting vs. Buying

Renting vs....

S6:E6: The Freedom to Spend ft. Mason Sarosi

The Freedom to Spend ft. Mason SarosiIn this episode of Mitten Money, Kevin & Relationship Manager Mason Sarosi discuss an important question: Are you using your money the way you intended? While saving and investing are key to financial success, they explain why...

S6:E5: Combining Profit & Purpose ft. Rob Clark

Combining Profit & Purpose ft. Rob ClarkIn the latest episode of Mitten Money, Kevin is joined by Bay City Market Director Rob Clark to chat about how companies can look beyond the bottom line and give back through conscious capitalism. Rob breaks down corporate...

S6:E4: Building Generational Wealth That Lasts

Building Generational Wealth That LastsIn this episode of Mitten Money, hosts Will and Kevin use Michigan’s never-ending pothole problem as a metaphor for generational wealth, showing how what is ignored today can become costly later. They explain that generational...

S6:E3: Succession Planning: What Business Owners Should Know ft. Ben Bakken

Succession Planning: What Business Owners Should Know ft. Ben BakkenOn this episode of Mitten Money, Will & Kevin sit down with special guest Ben Bakken to talk through one of the most important, yet often overlooked, parts of running a business: succession and...

S6:E2: Building a Financial Life Together

Building a Financial Life TogetherMoney isn’t just numbers on a spreadsheet. It’s shaped by childhood experiences, family dynamics, stress, habits, and the stories we’ve carried with us for years. And when two adults build a life together, those money stories don’t...

S6:E1: Scams & Staying Protected

Scams & Staying ProtectedWill & Kevin are kicking off the year with a timely conversation about how scams are becoming harder than ever to spot. With AI-generated voices, fake videos, and messages that look like they’re coming from trusted institutions, fraud...

S5:E18: Gift Giving

Gift GivingThis week on Mitten Money, hosts Will Zank and Kevin Scorsone dive into the realities of holiday gift-giving and how to keep the season joyful and financially manageable. From planning ahead to avoiding that last-minute December panic, they talk through how...

S5:E17: Year-End Portfolio Adjustments

Year-End Portfolio AdjustmentsIn this week’s Mitten Money episode, Will and Kevin open with conversation about Denver rent, kids’ soccer, and Halloween traditions before shifting into the core topic: preparing your portfolio for year-end. They break down why this is...