Best Acts Of Pod Age Of Radio Podcasts (2025)

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Question Time: Should you invest in gold? Student loan interest? How to get energy credit back? 23:15

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Martin Lewis answers your questions on absolutely anything and everything (within reason!), including how to get energy credit back, student loan interest rates, should you be investing in gold, and is overpaying your mortgage worth it? You can get in touch with the team by emailing [email protected] – make sure to send in your burning q…

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Grown Up Stuff: (Free) Wills & (even more important) Power of Attorney 1:14:18

6d ago1:14:18

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Martin Lewis tackles wills and power of attorney with Melinda Giles, Member of the Law Society’s Wills and Equity Committee, and Austin Lafferty, member of the Council of the Law Society of Scotland. Plus, Mastermind is all about your credit file. You can email the podcast team at [email protected].…

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Question Time: Cutting Credit Card Debt, Scrapping the State Pension and more… 26:42

9d ago26:42

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In this Question Time podcast Martin answers your questions on credit scores, scrapping the state pension, cutting the cost of credit card debt and the car finance compensation scheme, plus loads more.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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The Top Children’s Savings & Investment Accounts | Car Finance Mis-selling Update 1:06:24

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Martin Lewis has everything you need to know about children’s saving and investing, including Junior ISAs, Child Trust Funds, top savings, Premium Bonds and even children’s pensions. Plus, an update on the car finance mis-selling saga, an update on Lifetime ISAs, you tell us when you’ve felt the richest, and this week’s Mastermind is on personal lo…

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Beat the energy price hike, flight delay compo, and the £1 train! 1:03:26

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Martin has everything you need to know to keep your bills down ahead of the energy price cap going up in October. Also in the podcast: what to do if you’ve had a flight delayed in the past six years, you tell us the best quid you’ve spent in the last five years, and Mastermind was all about Capital Gains Tax – have you heard of the ‘Bed & Breakfast…

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A Savings and Investment Special! 43:22

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In this savings and investment special, Martin speaks with two professional investment advisers. Plus, his beginner’s guide to savings and how to maximise your interest.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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A Bills Special! 40:00

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In this Bills Special, Martin goes through everything you need to know about Council Tax, including how to check and challenge your band. Plus, his four easy steps to help reduce your mobile phone bill.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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An Energy Special! 55:11

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In this Energy Special, Martin asks the boss of Ofgem why we pay more in the UK. Plus, he questions the boss of Octopus Energy about prices, smart meters and more.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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A Holiday Special! 40:26

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In this Holiday Special, Martin goes through his top holiday hacks, including his car hire and insurance tips, and the cheapest ways to spend abroad. Plus, how to make sure your passport and GHIC is ready for your travels!By BBC Radio 5 Live

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Car Finance Compensation Special 16:12

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Martin gives his reaction to the Supreme Court's ruling on car finance agreements. He explains why the scope for compensation has been reduced, who might still be eligible, and why it's important that potential claimants do nothing...for now.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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Car Finance Agreements Update & Ask Martin ANYTHING! 57:23

2M ago57:23

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In this episode, Martin gives an update on the ongoing car financing agreements case going through the Supreme Court. He also answers your questions on absolutely anything, including how much to save for your kids to go to university, buying vs renting, and… is Martin getting into politics?By BBC Radio 5 Live

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A beginner’s guide to savings & how to maximise your interest 1:05:06

2M ago1:05:06

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After covering investment last episode, this time Martin gives a beginner’s guide to savings, including top savings, a 25% savings boost for first-time buyers, a Help to Save 50% boost, regular savings and more. Plus, a warning for women aged between 41 and 90 who’ve previously cared for someone. And you tell us your instruction vs destruction tale…

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A beginner’s guide to investing… who should, how much & where to do it 1:08:01

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Martin Lewis on Saving v Investing: which is right for you and how to do it… In this special podcast Martin is joined by two professional investment advisers to talk about: - What is going to happen to the ISA limit.- Whether you should be saving, investing or doing a combination of the two.- A beginners guide to investing and where you should put …

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Testing your consumer rights and haggling skills 57:55

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Martin Lewis records the podcast from Lords to share his money saving tips while watching the cricket. An explanation of your statutory return rights with a focus on what the law explicitly outlines as the timeframe you have to return online purchases. We also run through the top 10 companies to haggle with in the UK, with haggling tips and how to …

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Free £1,000 a year for wannabe first time buyers | Will cash ISAs be cut | LISA v Pension 58:14

3M ago58:14

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Martin looks at Lifetime ISAs, after a report was published by the Treasury Committee on the future of the first time buyers savings account, he explains the basics of them and answers questions on who they are good for, who they don’t work for and when is the best time to open one. Energy bills dropped 7% this week, Martin explains what people sho…

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The cheapest way to spend abroad, stop paying to pay! And find old pensions worth £10,000s! 1:02:05

3M ago1:02:05

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With £31 billion in lost or unclaimed pensions in the UK, Martin tells you how to find your old pensions - which could be worth £10,000s! Plus, Martin’s top holiday money need-to-knows to help you stop paying when you spend abroad and get the most bang for your (Vietnamese) dong. And you tell us the worst financial advice you were given by your par…

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Council Tax Money Back Special UPDATED 20/6, after Government consultation launched 1:11:40

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***This episode was first published on 5th June. It was updated on 20th June to reflect the launch of a government consultation on the administration of Council Tax.*** Martin goes through step by step everything you need to know about Council Tax. He explains: - How to check you are in the right band.- How to challenge your Council Tax band.- The …

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Four easy-speedy steps to slash your mobile bill 59:41

3M ago59:41

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Martin goes through his four easy steps to help you reduce your mobile bill. Plus, with energy bills likely to rise due to conflict in the Middle East, should you fix now? What do the Warm Home discount changes mean? And you tell us your children’s financial tips.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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Winter Fuel Payment – How it’ll really work (Eng & Wales) | And are you drinking enough beer 46:54

3M ago46:54

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The Winter Fuel Payment will again be a universal payment in England and Wales for state pensioners this winter, yet it’ll be clawed back via the tax system where someone earns over £35,000. How will this work in practice? What counts as £35,000 earnings, and what if there are two, three or more pensioners in a house. Martin also answers questions …

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Mini-pod: Energy Price Cap drops 7%, but it’s still pants! 11:24

4M ago11:24

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Martin reacts to the latest Energy Price Cap announcement from the regulator Ofgem. The new cap coms into force from July, and applies to households in England, Scotland and Wales on variable tariffs. But what should you do now? With fixes on the market well below the cap rate, Martin explains how to get the best deals on your energy.…

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Free £310 bank switch | Winter Fuel Shenanigans | Energy Price Cap to fall but you should still fix 1:01:32

4M ago1:01:32

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Martin Lewis looks at the Energy Price Cap and what your best options are for your bills. He gives his view on the recent announcement that the Winter Fuel Payment will be expanded. A guide on how to get paid to switch bank accounts. Tell Us this week is all about when have you saved a fortune by pure accident? Mastermind explains the difference be…

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Childcare SPECIAL: Your questions & problems put to Sec of State for Education Bridget Phillipson 55:23

4M ago55:23

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Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson joins Martin Lewis to answers your questions about the cost of childcare. They cover topics such as are there enough funds for 30hrs funded childcare? Why 800,000 miss out on Tax Free Childcare? Child Benefit cliff-edge problems & more.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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Interest rate cut special: what savers & mortgage holders need do now. Including… why locking in savings can be a winner. 1:13:57

5M ago1:13:57

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Why locking in savings can be a winner. Should you fix your mortgage now or wait? How to get accepted for a mortgage, and more. Martin reacts as the Bank of England cuts UK base interest rates again from 4.5% to 4.25%, we recorded this literally minutes after it happened and focus on answering your questions about the impact on savings and borrowin…

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Credit & Debit Card Q&A special: How credit scoring works, best 0% deals, stoozing, top cards abroad 48:12

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It’s the credit and debit plastic fantastic masterclass you’ve been waiting for…Martin answers all your questions on how to manage your credit card debt, which are the top cards to use abroad and the myths around your ‘credit score’. Plus find out which are the best 0% deals and how to ooze with stooze. Get in touch with the podcast by emailing mar…

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The Shrinkflation Nation | Why now is the time to check if you’re owed £100s of energy credit 1:01:23

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The main topic is all about how you could potentially get money back from your energy firm. If you pay by monthly direct debit then Martin explains why you should be checking now if you’re owed serious cash. The Tell Us is about shrinkflation. Where can you find provable evidence of groceries, cleaning productions or cosmetics that are no longer as…

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Is the £20,000 cash ISA going to be killed? What savers should be doing NOW 37:15

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Full best buys – and everything you ever wanted to know about cash ISAs but were afraid to ask.With the realistic prospect of the cash ISA limit being reduced in the near future, Martin explains what to do right now to get the most out of your savings.Get in touch… email [email protected] BBC Radio 5 Live

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Q&A Special: Beat the bill rises, ISAs, Car financing, Pension tax, Premium Bonds, Child Trust Funds and more 57:03

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You ask, Martin answers. A must-listen at this crucial time of year. Martin and Adrian go through the big questions from you as a number of big changes come into force. Plus you tell us about customer service done well, and Adrian tackles a mastermind on credit scores. You can email the podcast team via [email protected].…

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Martin Lewis speaks to Britain's biggest energy boss about prices, smart meters and more 54:09

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Martin Lewis puts YOUR questions to Greg Jackson, the boss of Britain’s biggest energy retailer Octopus. Smart meters, profits, standing charges & will prices EVER drop? Plus with energy prices going up by 6.4% next week, is now the time to fix? To get in touch, email [email protected] BBC Radio 5 Live

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Beat the urgent ISA deadline – top cash ISAs for savers, stocks & shares for investing 1:15:37

6M ago1:15:37

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ISA ISA baby! Martin joins Adrian to answer all your questions on savings tax, Cash ISAs, Junior ISAs and more before the fast approaching deadline in April. Chartered Financial Planner Ed Marshall also joins Martin to help with stocks and shares ISAs. You tell us about your financial ‘light bulb’ moments. Plus Martin shares his thoughts on back-bi…

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Last Chance! Boost State Pension by £10,000s: a must listen if age 40 to 73 59:36

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Martin’s poorly, but he’s battled through the coughs and splutters because he’s adamant that YOU need to hear how you could boost your state pension by TENS of THOUSANDS of pounds. If you’re aged between 40 and 73 – it’s a must listen. It’s all about missing National Insurance years. Martin brings you a step-by-step guide and a full Q&A. It’s every…

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Savings Q&A special – ISAs, savings tax, pay off debt or save and more. Plus credit card beginners guide 58:17

7M ago58:17

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Martin answers a huge number of questions on savings, on how ISA’s work, where is a safe place to keep your money, the pros and cons of investing, should you be saving or paying off debt and far more. The podcast also covers lots of other subjects such as getting travel insurance for holidays booked a long time ahead, how credit cards really work, …

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Energy Price Cap Rise: what to do… and why we pay more than the rest of Europe 1:11:54

7M ago1:11:54

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The energy price cap, which determines prices for two-thirds of homes will rise by 6.4% in April… yet some people will see rises of up to 9%. In this pod Martin Lewis looks at what it means for you, and how do you beat it. Former head of strategy at BP, Professor Nick Butler - who is now visiting professor at the policy institute at Kings College L…

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Pensions Special: Double your investment, how to start one, are workplace pensions good, consolidation & more 46:47

7M ago46:47

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A special podcast all about starting and saving in a pension, including the two pension superpowers that instantly double your investment. Martin is joined by Charlotte Jackson from Money Helper, the free and impartial service giving help with money and pensions. They explain how pensions actually work, and whether you should stay opted to your wor…

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Car Insurance Prices DROPPING… a perverse warning | Base rate cut help 1:03:10

8M ago1:03:10

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Martin explains why you should still shop around for the best deal, even if your car insurance renewal is lower than last year. Plus reaction to the interest rates cut, the latest on April's energy cap price change and you tell us what your job has taught you about money. To get in touch with the podcast email [email protected].…

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Holiday hacks: cheapest way to spend abroad, car hire, insurance, 18 days off for 9 days leave, passports, GHIC… 1:05:31

8M ago1:05:31

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Martin gives you his holiday tips, everything from the cheapest way to spend abroad to how to maximise your annual leave. The Tell Us this week is all about things your children misunderstand / mis-assume about money. Martin also explains credit rating, how to cut your water bills and how to get £100 off your energy standing charges. To get in touc…

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Banned: Mobile & broadband mid-contract inflation price hikes, yet many’ll still pay more! 55:59

8M ago55:59

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Martin and Adrian talk about new rules that stop surprise price increases in the middle of your contract. Plus how to get the best price on your broadband and where to look for brilliant mobile deals. Plus you share your budgeting tips – and Adrian faces a special wifi Mastermind question. Email [email protected] if you want to get in to…

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Urgent: beat the energy bills rip off! Are joint accounts worth it, and what’s the best? 1:09:19

8M ago1:09:19

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After last week’s cold snap, Martin shares his best tips on how to save money on your energy bills, including whether or not it’s worth fixing. In “Tell Us” this week, Martin finds out how people are managing their household finances as well as recommending the best joint accounts. And it’s another round of Mastermind for Adrian, quizzing his knowl…

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Get travel insurance ASAP or it can be disastrous: when to get it, how to choose, pre-existing conditions & more 1:02:54

9M ago1:02:54

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Martin looks at the dos and don’t of getting the best travel insurance deal, plus are cats legally different to dogs? Have energy bills really risen every year, LISAs for retirement, no fault car insurance claims, car hire abroad and more… To get in touch with the podcast, email [email protected].…

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A festive special showcasing some of the best advice of 2024 1:01:41

9M ago1:01:41

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A look back at what you need to know about mortgages and how to save as a first-time buyer.A Tell Us about the most joy you’ve ever got from spending under £5 and another one that got a huge response looking at what people did with their first pay packet.Also a Mastermind looking at car insurance.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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Navigating Dating & Relationships During the Holidays 7:22

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Tis’ the Season: Navigating the Pressures of Relationships & Holiday Dating This time of the year – in addition to being the holidays – is also known as “cuffing season.” It is a time of the year when single people look to connect in shorter-term relationships to get through the holidays and colder winter months. It unofficially runs from October t…

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A Tell-Us your to need knows special: Inheritance tax, Pension savings, debt pecking order, life insurance, compound interest. 48:48

9M ago48:48

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Martin answers your Money Saving and financial questions on topics such as inheritance tax, how much to have in your pension, debt pay off pecking order, life insurance, how interest payments work, cash ISA rules, car finance and even the tax arrangements of Father Christmas. There is also a Mastermind looking at credit card interest repayment.…

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Ofgem special: Why are UK energy prices so high? We ask the regulator’s boss that and more! 1:05:17

10M ago1:05:17

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Martin interviews Jonathan Brearley - the CEO of Great Britain's energy regulator OFGEM. Tell Us is all about your pocket money rules. Mastermind this week looks at your right to return gifts. Plus advice on the best tactics for Scrabble and tips on train ticket refunds and car finance.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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Top Children's Savings | Urgent free cash bank switching | Best ever blags 57:54

10M ago57:54

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Martin tells you how you can get banks to pay you to switch to their account. Plus the best way for parents and grandparents to save money for children. The Tell Us is about the best thing you’ve ever blagged. And Mastermind tackles the point in life an under 18 starts to pay tax on their earnings.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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Are you missing out on £1,000s? If you’re married OR got kids OR low income OR pensioner you may well be! 57:00

10M ago57:00

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Martin tells you all about the money you might not know you’re entitled to Plus, is it worth looking at Black Friday deals on broadband? Listeners ‘Tell Us’ about when their children have impressed them with their financial know how And Mastermind tackles the thorny subject of which debt is the most expensive. Get in touch: email martinlewispodcast…

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The Scams Epidemic: A Martin Lewis Podcast Special 1:28:45

10M ago1:28:45

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The Scams Epidemic: A Martin Lewis Podcast Special. Martin asks the experts about scams and speaks to a victim of a deepfake investment scam which manipulated Martin’s face. This special episode goes in depth on deepfake AI and other big scams, with tips on how to spot them, how to protect yourself and what to do if you think you are being scammed.…

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Bonus Mini-Pod: Energy Price Cap rise 11:59

10M ago11:59

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The energy regulator Ofgem has announced its next quarterly price cap will rise by £21 for the average household. An increase of £1.75 a month. The decision affects the bills of 27 million households in England, Wales and Scotland. In this bonus episode of The Martin Lewis Podcast, Martin explains what it could mean for you.…

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Savings Q&A – boost what you get | Is Black Friday a dud? | Acts of Financial Kindness | Energy Price Cap news 1:18:38

10M ago1:18:38

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Martin Lewis answers your questions about savings, covering everything from ISAs to everyday savers. Martin also answers the question: is Black Friday the real deal or just another dud? The listeners ‘Tell Us’ about their unrequested, unrequited acts of financial kindness. And there’s a Mastermind looking at energy bills……

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“Healing Narcissism, Creating A Healthy You & Healthy Relationship Connections” 35:57

10M ago35:57

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“Healing Narcissism, Creating A Healthy You & Healthy Relationship Connections”Our Autumn 🍂 Podcast Series continues with Therapist, Coach &Author, Matthew Phipher.As we continue to focus on intergenerational healing in our practice and psycho, educational outreach work, in the series, we identify what narcissism looks like, how to identify it, how…

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Can you get £100s student loans back? | Are Premium Bonds worth it? | Car Finance mis-selling update 1:05:24

10M ago1:05:24

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Martin Lewis asks are you one of over 1m who overpaid their student loan and can get it back? We are looking at the latest car finance update, which could double the number of people who are due a payout on their claims. The listeners ‘Tell Us’ about the best thing they’ve learnt about money from work. And a Mastermind looking at premium bonds……

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Student finance debunked – tuition fee rises – is it worth it? | UK base rate cut (mortgage & savings) 59:08

11M ago59:08

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Martin Lewis takes you through the increase to tuition fees. There’s advice for students and those affected by the fall in interest rates. Tell Us is all about the most impulsive purchase you’ve made, and why you regret it. And there’s a special Mastermind for Adrian concerning floral shirts.By BBC Radio 5 Live