Episodes
In this podcast, Susannah and Sarah explore the financial resilience of the nation, touching on debt, saving for retirement and mortgage rates. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 07/14/23
In this podcast, Susannah and Sarah explore how the rise in interest rates impacts the housing market, mortgage rates and our investments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 06/29/23
In this podcast, Susannah & Sarah explore the current state of the US economy and how the UK will be impacted if the States go into recession. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 06/15/23
In this podcast, Susannah and Sarah explore the investment implications of living longer and the impact a longer retirement could have on our pensions. This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure what’s right for you, seek advice. Investments can go up and down in value so investors can get back less than put in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 06/01/23
In this podcast, Susannah & Sarah explore the current state of the UK and US banking sector and explain what to expect following turbulent times.   This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure what’s right for you, seek advice. Tax rules can change and benefits depend on personal circumstances. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 05/18/23
In this podcast, we put mobile technology trends under the microscope and discuss the evolution of mobile phones, social media apps, mobile gaming, AI and the opportunities for investors. This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure what’s right for you, ask for advice. Investments go up and down in value so investors can get back less than put in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 05/05/23
In this podcast, Susannah and Sarah explore the spending habits of Gen Z and Millennial age groups and their focus on sustainability.  This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure what’s right for you, ask for advice. Investments go up and down in value so investors can get back less than put in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 04/20/23
In this podcast, Susannah and Sarah explore the impact of increasing ill-health on savings, investments and retirement planning. This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure what’s right for you, seek advice. Investments can go up and down in value so investors can get back less than put in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 04/06/23
In this podcast, Susannah & Sarah explore how the travel market is fairing after a difficult few years – and how our well-earned holidays will be affected.  This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure what’s right for you, seek advice. Tax rules can change and benefits depend on personal circumstances. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 03/24/23
In this podcast, Susannah & Sarah explore what the latest tax increases could mean for you and ideas to shelter your money ahead of tax year end.   This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure what’s right for you, seek advice. Tax rules can change and benefits depend on personal circumstances. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 03/10/23
In this podcast, Susannah & Sarah explore the implications of early retirement for your pension, and what to consider if you’re a retiree returning to work. This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure what’s right for you, seek advice. Investments rise and fall in value, so investors could make a loss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 02/23/23
In this podcast, we discuss the BOE’s financial stability report and talk to the Chief Executive of NS&I about interest rates, premium bonds & green savings products. This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure what’s right for you, seek advice. Unlike the security offered by cash, investments rise and fall in value, so investors could make a loss. We want to know what you think of our 'Switch Your Money On' podcast. Complete our three-minute survey and let us know what...
Published 02/10/23
In this week’s podcast, we discuss what investing in commodities means for ESG and sustainability, as well as some interesting companies in the commodities sector.  This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure what’s right for you, seek advice. Investments rise and fall in value, so investors could make a loss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 01/26/23
We'll be focusing on financial resilience in 2023 and what our resilience barometer can tell you about the nation's financial resilience.  This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure what’s right for you seek advice. Investments rise and fall in value, so investors could make a loss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 01/13/23
In the latest episode, Susannah and Sarah tell us what to expect in the new year - covering energy prices, interest rates and more. They speak with Helen Morrissey, our Senior Pensions and Retirement Analyst at HL, to get the lowdown on all things state pension. Sophie Lund-Yates discusses shares to watch in 2023 and Emma Wall tells us which funds might be worth keeping an eye on in the new year. This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure what’s right for you seek advice....
Published 12/29/22
In the latest episode, Susannah and Sarah discuss the trials of the hospitality sector with more people staying in. They speak to Sophie Lund-Yates about some of the listed companies, including Whitbread, Youngs and Texas Road House, and how they're coping. Emma Wall talks to Anna Farmbrough, Portfolio Manager at Ninety One, about travel and leisure.   This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure what’s right for you seek advice. Investments rise and fall in value, so investors...
Published 12/16/22
In the latest episode, Susannah and Sarah discuss what an economic downturn could mean for the world of advertising. They speak to Sophie Lund-Yates about some of the listed companies, including WPP, ITV and Alphabet, and how they're coping. Also, Emma Wall talks to James Harries from the Troy Trojan Global Income fund. This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure what’s right for you seek advice. Investments rise and fall in value, so investors could make a loss. Hosted on Acast....
Published 12/02/22
In the latest episode, Susannah and Sarah discuss food prices and shopping trends. They speak to Sophie Lund-Yates about some of the listed companies and how they're coping. Emma Wall talks to Chris Murphy, Equity Income Fund Manager at Aviva Investors, about food prices, how they're impacting the big supermarket retailers, and how he analyses the pressure on these companies. This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure what’s right for you seek advice. Investments rise and fall in...
Published 11/18/22
In the latest episode, Susannah and Sarah discuss businesses that are relying on retirees, who right now, have some of the most secure inflation-linked incomes. They speak to Helen Morrissey, our Senior Pensions and Retirement Analyst at HL. Sophie Lund-Yates talks about some of the listed companies hoping older people will be an engine of growth, and Emma Wall talks to Jim Leaviss, who's Chief Investment Officer for Fixed Income at M&G and the editor of the Bond Vigilantes blog. This...
Published 11/04/22
In the latest episode, Susannah and Sarah discuss businesses that are relying on retirees, who right now, have some of the most secure inflation-linked incomes. They speak to Helen Morrissey, our Senior Pensions and Retirement Analyst at HL. Sophie Lund-Yates talks about some of the listed companies hoping older people will be an engine of growth, and Emma Wall talks to Jim Leaviss, who's Chief Investment Officer for Fixed Income at M&G and the editor of the Bond Vigilantes blog. This...
Published 11/04/22
In the latest episode, Susannah and Sarah discuss how the business of manufacturing and selling discretionary goods is faring in the current climate. They speak to Charmain Ponnuthurai, Founder of Crane Cookware who manufactures and sells kitchenware and furniture. Sophie Lund-Yates talks about some of the listed companies in this space, and Emma Wall talks to Steve Clayton, Head of Equity Funds for Hargreaves Lansdown. This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure what’s right for...
Published 10/21/22
In the latest episode, Susannah and Sarah discuss the effect the recent mini-budget and rising interest rates are having on the housing market. They speak to Adam Pitt, Senior Quantity Surveyor at Stephens and Stephens, for his opinion on whats going on in the market. Sophie Lund-Yates, talks about some of the listed companies in this space, and Emma Wall talks to Ariel Bezalel, a Fund Manager in the fixed income team at Jupiter Asset Management. This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re...
Published 10/07/22
In the latest episode, Susannah and Sarah discuss all things cloud computing. They speak to Andy Parker, founder of Elusive Brewing, talks about how cloud computing has made a difference to his brewery. Sophie Lund-Yates takes a look at some of the listed companies in this space, including Amazon and Alphabet and Emma Wall talks to Ziad Abou Gergi, Senior Fund Manager at HL. This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure what’s right for you seek advice. Investments rise and fall in...
Published 09/22/22
In the latest episode, Susannah and Sarah discuss how the food and farming industry's been affected by everything from the invasion of Ukraine to the weather and just how this all feeds into the food supply chain.  They speak to Guy Singh-Watson, founder and creator of one of the most recognisable farming brands in the UK, Riverford Organic Farmers. Sophie Lund-Yates takes a look at some of the listed companies in this space, including Danone and Tesco and Emma Wall talks to James Govan, Lead...
Published 09/09/22
In the latest episode, Susannah and Sarah discuss the current spike in fuel prices and the effect it is having on both independent forecourts and listed energy companies. They speak to Peter Malone, who runs Bettyhill General Merchants Post Office and Fuel Station, for his opinion from behind the pump.  Sophie Lund-Yates takes a look at how the sector as a whole is reacting to these hikes in prices, and Emma Wall talks to Hugh Gimber, Global Market Strategist at J.P. Morgan Asset...
Published 08/26/22