Best Numeracy Podcasts (2026)

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How will AI companions change our human relationships? With Ashleigh Golden, PsyD, and Rachel Wood, PhD 47:44

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What does it mean to have an AI boyfriend or girlfriend, or to turn to an AI friend for emotional support? Ashleigh Golden, PsyD, and Rachel Wood, PhD, discuss the rise of AI companions and how they may change our human relationships; the differences – and overlap – between AI companions and general chatbots; the role of psychologists in developing…

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Why you fear money – and how to fix it 43:30

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Ever wondered what your relationship with money is? Well, it could be a little more complex than you think - childhood experiences, the wrong influence, or simply not understanding how it works could be holding you back. Financial psychotherapist, Vicky Reynal, talks to Kalpana Fitzpatrick about how you can change your money mindset, avoid argument…

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Paul Bloom on Empathy 19:46

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In 2016 psychologist Paul Bloom wrote a book titled Against Empathy: The Case for Rational Compassion (a naming decision he still wrestles with). In the book, as in his career and in this Social Science Bites podcast, Bloom deconstructs what is popularly meant by empathy. "Everybody seems to have their own notion," he tells interviewer David Edmond…

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Paula MacKenzie, CEO at Pizza Express: From Paper Rounds to the Boardroom 36:55

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Episode Guest Paula MacKenzie is the CEO of Pizza Express, with a career spanning leadership roles across the food, drink, and hospitality sectors. Known for her drive and authenticity, Paula brings a bold, values-led approach to business and team culture. Episode Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 0:24 Paula’s First Job – Paper Rounds and Earning Freed…

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Encore: The benefits of being bilingual, with Viorica Marian, PhD 45:47

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More than half the world’s population speaks more than one language. Viorica Marian, PhD, of Northwestern University, talks about why speaking multiple languages may have far-reaching cognitive benefits, how the bilingual brain processes language, and how the languages we speak shape the way we think and perceive the world. Originally aired March 1…

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From Safety to Impact: India’s AI Mission as a Blueprint for the Global Majority with Abhishek Singh 30:22

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Abhishek Singh is the CEO of the IndiaAI Mission and Additional Secretary at the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India. A veteran of the 1995 Indian Administrative Services (IAS) batch and an alumnus of IIT Kanpur and Harvard Kennedy School, he has spearheaded some of the world’s largest digital transformat…

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Encore: Learning to embrace winter, with Kari Leibowitz, PhD 41:31

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Are you dreading the cold, dark months ahead? In Scandinavia, where the winters are among the coldest and darkest on earth, many people look forward to winter as a time of coziness, beauty, and rest. Psychologist Kari Leibowitz, PhD, author of How to Winter, talks about how cold weather and darkness affect our body and mind and what can we learn fr…

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The investment mistakes not to make 36:53

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While tracking an index makes good sense, investors could be missing out on opportunities by overlooking active managers. Andrew Craig discusses why they still play a valuable role for investors. Plus, he talks about the key mistake most newbie investors are making when it comes to differentiating between trading and investing.…

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General Manager at Mars Pet Nutrition: 35:18

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Episode Guest Nick Foster is the General Manager for Mars Pet Nutrition in Northern Europe, where he leads with a passion for purpose, people, and pets. With nearly 20 years at Mars, he’s held diverse roles across sales, marketing, and supply chain, always driven by a desire to be a good ancestor. Episode Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 0:23 Meet the…

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How competition drives our behavior, with Stephen Garcia, PhD 35:01

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From classrooms to boardrooms, from sports to social media, we’re constantly sizing ourselves up against other people -- and being sized up in return. Dr. Stephen Garcia discusses what drives some people to be extremely competitive in their work, in relationships and in life; which situations bring out the competitiveness in all of us; and how to h…

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What moral psychology has to say about charitable giving, with Joshua Greene, PhD 51:18

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It’s December, which means it’s peak season for charitable donations. But how do you decide which organizations to support? Joshua Greene, PhD, discusses how people make moral choices and the implications for where they donate their money; how people can donate using their head and their heart; and how moral psychology can offer avenues to help peo…

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Vietnam: Asia's new tiger economy 44:35

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In this episode of MoneyWeek talks, Thuy-Anh Nguyen, director and product specialist at Dragon Capital, gives Andrew Van Sickle the inside track on Vietnam. Having grown up in Hanoi in the late 1970s, she has first-hand experience of the country’s extraordinary transformation from a war-torn planned economy to one of the world’s most dynamic emergi…

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Chief Customer Officer at Compare the Market: 39:10

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Episode Guest Tom Wallis is the Chief Customer Officer at Compare the Market, with a dynamic career spanning consulting, startups, and brand leadership. He's known for blending data-driven thinking with creative marketing to lead iconic campaigns. Episode Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 0:48 Tom’s Early Career and First Job 2:53 Lessons from Temping …

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How the Budget will hurt you 45:29

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In this Autumn Budget special, MoneyWeek editors Kalpana Fitzpatrick, Andrew van Sickle and Cris Heaton chew over what was announced and what it means for savers, investors, workers, and homeowners. We gave the Autumn Budget a big thumbs down — but why?

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Why nature is good for your brain, with Marc Berman, PhD 41:08

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In an age of increasing distractions, researchers have found that spending time in nature can be an antidote that helps us restore our focus and attention. Marc Berman, PhD, talks about why natural environments are “softly fascinating” and why that’s beneficial for the brain; why even cold, rainy walks can be good for you; whether bringing nature i…

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Meet the Halo People Supporting to Make Suffolk the UK’s Startup Hotspot through Grad Schemes 26:56

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Episode Guest Rhys Degruchy is the Graduate Development and Support Leader at Halo, where he mentors new talent and helps shape the next generation of high performers. With a background in physics and a passion for people, Rhys is driven by trust, autonomy, and a relentless desire to improve. Ben Thorpe is the Infrastructure Manager at Halo, having…

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Devyani Sharma on Accents 25:53

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What does your accent – and yes, every speaker has one – say about you? Or perhaps the better question is, what do others hear in your accent? These are the sorts of questions that Devyani Sharma, a professor of language and communication at Oxford's Worcester College, asks every day, especially about the many English speakers around the world. In …

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Tim Mason, CEO at Eagle Eye: Top 5 Secrets on How to Get to the Top Floor in Retail 41:04

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Episode Guest: Tim Mason is the CEO of Eagle Eye and a veteran of British retail, best known for his 30-year career at Tesco where he helped launch the Clubcard. He brings decades of experience in marketing, loyalty, and digital transformation. Episode Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 0:41 Meet Tim – The Duvet Flip Moment 1:56 Tim’s First Job: From Fr…

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How to raise grateful kids, with Andrea Hussong, PhD 26:40

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Studies have shown that gratitude can help us cope with challenges and is good for our relationships and our health. But figuring out how to foster gratitude in kids isn't always easy or obvious. Andrea Hussong, PhD, talks about why gratitude matters; how to help kids feel thankful, recognize generosity and think about others; and how to respond pr…

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Steve Webb: Using pensions for property 28:57

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Sir Steve Webb, former pensions minister and partner at LCP, tells MoneyWeek Talks how he is proud of the triple lock pension system, which gives the state pension a much-needed boost. Plus, he explains why young people should be able to release some of their pension savings to help them get onto the housing ladder and why renting in old age is not…

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When sounds are unbearable: Understanding misophonia, with Heather Hansen, PhD 36:35

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For people with misophonia, certain sounds – like chewing, coughing or pen clicking – can trigger strong emotional reactions including anxiety, disgust and rage. Heather Hansen, PhD, director of the Misophonia Research Network, talks about scientists’ evolving understanding of misophonia; what’s happening in the brain when someone hears a trigger s…

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Matt Callaghan, COO at easyJet Holidays: From 5,000 Hotels to 1 Million Customers 41:33

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Episode Guest: Matt Callaghan is the Chief Operating Officer at easyJet Holidays, where he leads customer experience, operations, and long-term strategy. With a background spanning Deloitte, British Airways, and frontline leadership at Heathrow, Matt brings a rare blend of operational grit and strategic vision. Episode Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction…

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Navigating the mental health impact of GLP-1s, with Rachel Goldman, PhD 37:21

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Over the past several years, the rise of GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy has changed the conversation around weight and obesity in the U.S. Rachel Goldman, PhD, talks about how GLP-1s work; the effects they can have on mental health; what questions to ask if you’re considering trying these medications; how weight loss can shift people's rela…

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Rishi Sunak: Are your numeracy skills holding you back with money? 46:28

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In our first episode of MoneyWeek Talks, former UK prime minister Rishi Sunak discusses the real cultural change needed to get people to invest, how his charity, The Richmond Project, will help boost numeracy skills, financial literacy and the economy. Host: Kalpana Fitzpatrick, digital editor, MoneyWeek…

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Introducing MoneyWeek Talks 0:39

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Welcome to MoneyWeek Talks - the podcast that helps you build wealth, invest smarter, and understand the concepts that help you manage your finances better. Brought to you by MoneyWeek, our guests include CEO, entrepreneurs, economists, investors and policymakers. We cut through the noise to bring you the best thinking on investments, wealth manage…

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Sam Sims, CEO at National Numeracy: The Volunteer Transforming a Nation’s Confidence with Numbers 32:27

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Episode Guest: Sam Sims is the Chief Executive of National Numeracy, with a career rooted in empowering individuals through confidence-building and lifelong learning. His work focuses on supporting those often overlooked to realise their potential with the right tools and encouragement. Episode Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 0:32 Meet Sam Sims, CEO …

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Lukas and Benas, Co-Founders at Turing College: From No Funding to Y Combinator & £1M Bootstrapped Impact 50:01

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Episode Guest: Lukas Kaminskis is the CEO of Boom Training and Turing College, two organisations focused on transforming tech education across Europe. He’s a serial entrepreneur passionate about building learner-first experiences that unlock economic mobility. Benas Sidlauskas is the Chief Business Development Officer at Boom Training and Turing Co…

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Making Math Videos in Ukraine - with Sashko Olenchenko 50:49

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Sashko Olenchenko is doing a masters in mathematical physics with a sideline making videos on YouTube - occasionally interrupted by drone attacks from Russia. Here is his YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@aremathukr And you can support his work on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/Aremath The YouTube version of this podcast has captions av…

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Richard Walker, Executive Chairman at Iceland Foods: Why Peas, Property and Purpose Matter More Than Profit 43:55

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Episode Guest: Richard Walker is the Executive Chairman of Iceland Foods and a passionate advocate for responsible business. He also founded the sustainable property firm Bywater, blending purpose, grit and leadership to champion people and planet. Episode Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 0:48 Why business is a force for good 1:34 Richard’s first job …

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Why humblebragging is never a good idea, with Övül Sezer, PhD 43:03

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We all want to be liked and respected. But sometimes, our intuitions about how to make a good impression lead us astray. Övül Sezer, PhD, talks about common mistakes, including humblebragging and hiding our accomplishments; whether the rules of making a good impression are different on social media; and how to “brag wisely” by sharing your journey …

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Frank Keil on Causal Thinking 16:31

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As a practical matter, how much effort do you put into pinning down the causes behind daily occurrences? To developmental psychologist Frank Keil, who studies causal thinking, that answer is likely along the lines of 'not enough.' A lack of causal thinking is both endemic, and, to an extent, hurtful these days, he argues, suggesting that lacking ev…

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CEO at CodeYourFuture & CEO at upReach: 47:00

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Episode Guest: Nick Bent is the CEO of upReach, a UK-based social mobility charity helping university students from less-advantaged backgrounds secure top graduate jobs. With a background spanning government, business, and the third sector, Nick co-founded upReach to level the playing field for talented young people. German Bencci is the CEO and fo…