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MWAA 2026 Ep. 1: MLS Forum, Mentorship & Trivia with Jason Isidore

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Show Notes

We are officially kicking off the Paycast Network interview series live from MWAA 2026 in Chicago! Following our kickoff hype video, our very first full interview features payments industry veteran Jason Isidore. Fresh off co-hosting the live MLS Forum, Jason breaks down the energy of the opening day, why he's passionate about helping newcomers navigate the merchant services landscape, and what it’s like stepping up to a live, unedited stage. Plus, stay tuned until the end as we put Jason’s local knowledge to the test with a round of Chicago trivia (including the unexpected historical origin of "The Windy City"). In this episode, we cover: Recapping the MWAA 2026 MLS Forum and supporting new talent in the industry.

The difference between pre-recorded content and live conference broadcasting.

What’s ahead for the rest of the MWAA conference schedule.

Chicago history & trivia challenge.

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