Best Hack Or Slash Podcasts (2025)

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413: The Strangers: Chapter 2 (2025) 1:08:37

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This week we're checking out The Strangers: Chapter 2 (2025). We evaluate the film's attempt at expanding the lore, assess its overall pacing, and dissect the effectiveness of its horror elements. In this episode's b-side, we debate the merits of horror trilogies, discuss which horror franchises could make successful TV series, and envision our ide…

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14 million to get mis-sold car finance compensation! 58:32

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Martin Lewis takes you through the mis-selling of car finance after the regulator launched its plans for a mass £8.2bn redress scheme – where 14 million people could get compensation. He explains why it’s being paid, how much you could get, if you could get it, what you need to do to get it, should you go to court, can you claim for deceased relati…

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Slasher Digest FM: October Previews 49:26

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This week we're diving into the heart of spooky season with a special community-focused update from Slasher Digest FM. We explore upcoming activities within our community, October's lineup of horror film reviews, and special bonuses for patrons and newcomers alike. We also check in on our 31 Days of Horror community event, and discuss our updated 3…

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Never Do These Things in Your Email Marketing…EVER 15:33

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412: Candy Corn (2019) 1:03:29

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This week we’re carving into Candy Corn (2019). We analyze its nostalgic atmosphere, critique the film's underwhelming story and pacing, and discuss the inconsistency of its performances. In this episode's b-side, we explore the best and worst Halloween pranks, debate the merits of practical effects in B-horror movies, and share our own Halloween d…

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Energy Question Time: Is it time to fix? (spoiler: YES!) How do I get my credit back? Are Smart Meters… not? 42:20

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With the energy price cap rising 2%, and predicted to remain high for the next year, Martin Lewis answers your questions on how you can save £100s a year on home energy bills. Including new low standing charges tariffs, smart meter issues, why fixing now works and loads more... Send in your questions for future Question Time podcasts by emailing ma…

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31 Days of Horror Starter Guide | 2025 Edition 27:15

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This bonus episode kicks off spooky season with everything you need to dive into our 31 Days of Horror. We walk through the origins of the calendar, the new host-themed days, and the custom watchlist tracker we designed to help you build and reflect on your own lineup. We share strategies for pacing yourself, creative ways to interpret the themes, …

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Kajabi, Keap & ActiveCampaign Price Hikes: Should You Switch? 17:28

8d ago17:28

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Everybody’s freaking out. Your feed’s full of panic. Kajabi just hiked its price by $480 a year. Keap’s up 25% to 50%. ActiveCampaign’s not far behind. Even MailChimp is climbing. So now the big question: should you switch email platforms? Before you jump ship or write a rage-fueled social post, read this. Let’s unpack what’s really going on and ho…

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Question Time: Is having a pension worth it? Why has my home insurance doubled? And Martin's Mick Jagger history! 30:29

9d ago30:29

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Martin explains why pensions offer the biggest savings, why you must pay off credit cards IN FULL, and recounts the time he tried to convince Mick Jagger to finish his finance and accounting degree. Question Time is the new weekly bonus podcast from Martin where YOU set the agenda.... Send in your questions by emailing [email protected].…

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411: The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975) 1:16:36

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This week we're doing the time warp with The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975). We examine its impactful cult following, discuss the complexities of its characters, and reflect on its iconic soundtrack. In this episode's b-side, we recount live show experiences, ponder the definition of Rocky Horror virginity, and explore what makes it ageless. This…

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Should you take a student loan? Martin’s five things you need to know about student finance 1:03:58

13d ago1:03:58

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Martin Lewis has his five things you need to know about student finance, including how much it’ll really cost you, why the interest rate might be a red herring, how much parents are expected to contribute and much more. He also has an update on energy standing charges. And Tell Us is all about when you’ve saved a shedload of money… completely by ac…

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#89 SQLBits Unfiltered: dbt in Fabric, MLOps in Action & Copilot in Question 1:21:25

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Send us a text In this episode, we're joined by Sam Debruyn and Dorian Van den Heede who reflect on their talks at SQL Bits 2025 and dive into the technical content they presented. Sam walks through how dbt integrates with Microsoft Fabric, explaining how it improves lakehouse and warehouse workflows by adding modularity, testing, and documentation…

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Discover Email Marketing Best Practices That Drive Results! 16:59

15d ago16:59

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If your emails aren’t bringing in clicks, sales, and loyal fans… you’re leaving money on the table. Email marketing isn’t just another channel. Done right, it’s the number one source of sales for coaches, course creators, and service providers. But here’s the truth: most people get it wrong. Their emails fizzle out, their list loses momentum, and t…

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

17d ago23:15

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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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410: Sinners (2025) 1:38:53

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This week we’re unpacking the layers of Sinners (2025). We analyze the film's unique blend of historical context and horror, break down its dynamic character relationships, and discuss the impact of its musical elements. In this episode's b-side, we explore the cultural significance of the Mississippi Delta, unearth historical references from the f…

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

20d 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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How to Train Your Scaredy Cat 42:23

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Scaredy cats aren’t a problem to fix. They’re future horror fans waiting on the right guide. In this Hack or Slash University elective, Kris teams up with our Dean of the Damned Chel to lay out a practical, compassionate playbook for bringing non-horror friends into the fold without trauma-bonding them to a bad first watch. Mentioned in the Episode…

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Sell Out Your COACHING Program with This Proven Launch Email Campaign 14:21

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You are about to discover a secret that has sold out coaching programs again and again. This is not a theory. This is a proven campaign that fills spots fast. Students use it. Coaches use it. Even masterminds and certifications use it. And it works every single time. The secret is called The Black Widow Campaign. It sounds dramatic, and that is bec…

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

23d 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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Mayor on the Mic: Small-Biz Lessons from Mayor Mark Sutcliffe 39:48

24d ago39:48

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Send us a text In this episode of Small Business Big Insights, Eric Saumure welcomes Mayor Mark Sutcliffe to explore the intersection of leadership, politics, and entrepreneurship. From his early days as a broadcaster and business coach to his current role as mayor of Ottawa, Mark shares candid reflections on authenticity, resilience, and the chall…

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409: Hell House LLC: Lineage (2025) 1:36:41

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This week we’re revisiting the haunted halls in Hell House LLC: Lineage (2025). We critique its storyline's convoluted lore, examine the mixed effectiveness of its scares, and discuss the impact of its shift away from found footage. In this episode's b-side, we evaluate the ongoing curse of final installments in horror franchises, debate horror's r…

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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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#88 “Data Shapes AI, and AI Shapes Data,” Emilie Nenquin on VRT’s Digital Transformation 52:30

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Send us a text In this episode, we explore how public media can build scalable, transparent, and mission-driven data infrastructure - with Emilie Nenquin, Head of Data & Intelligence at VRT, and Stijn Dolphen, Team Lead & Analytics Engineer at Dataroots. Emilie shares how she architected VRT’s data transformation from the ground up: evolving from b…

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Unpacking Our Spooky Season Bucket Lists 42:23

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This week we’re sharing everything on our spooky season bucket lists. We talk about our shopping hauls at Spirit Halloween, Five Below, and HomeGoods, our excitement for Halloween Horror Nights, and the local haunts and ghost tours that keep the spirit alive. We carve out time for traditions like pumpkin carving, spooky playlists, and seasonal snac…

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Email Marketing Content Planning Template: Craft Your PERFECT Email Marketing Plan Now 12:10

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It’s the start of a new month. You open your laptop to write an email, and there it is, the blinking cursor. What should you even send today? A sales pitch? A new video? Something fun? The harder you think, the more stuck you feel. That’s why so many people hate email marketing. It feels like a chore. Not because writing emails is hard, but because…

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408: The Conjuring: Last Rites (2025) 1:40:07

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This week we’re witnessing the end of an era with The Conjuring: Last Rites (2025). We unpack how the film handles the Warrens’ swan song, reflect on its balance between family drama and supernatural dread, and dig into whether it truly sticks the landing as a franchise finale. In this episode’s b-side, we break down the real Smurl family haunting,…

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

1M ago1:03:26

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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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Business Fails - 7 Things to STOP Doing in Your Coaching Business 23:15

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If you think building a coaching business is all smooth sailing, think again. Even after 20+ years online and millions in sales, I still managed to screw things up in 2025. Big mistakes. Costly mistakes. The kind of mistakes that burn through millions. But instead of covering them up, I want to put them out in the open. Because I don’t want you to …

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Welcome to Spooky Season | Slasher Digest FM: September 2025 1:06:39

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It’s our favorite time of year, and we’re bringing the whole campus together. In this expanded episode of Slasher Digest FM, Kris and Chel usher in the official start of spooky season with the Hack or Slash University spirit in full force. Whether you’re a freshman just tuning in or a tenured patron, you’ll get the inside scoop on everything happen…

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407: Heretic (2024) 1:21:47

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This week we’re cracking open Heretic (2024). We explore the intensity of Hugh Grant's performance, unpack the film's theological debates, and examine how it balances dread and violence. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 34:16. Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie Heretic (2024) Main Episode Heretic Directors Reveal The Real-Life Cul…

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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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How to Email Like Alex Hormozi 44:17

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Alex Hormozi didn’t just sell a book. He sold a movement. In just two days, his book launch smashed world records: 2.7 million copies sold, $100 million in revenue, and Guinness World Records to prove it. And guess what? He didn’t do it with TikTok dances. He didn’t do it with flashy Super Bowl ads. He did it with email. Yes, the same inbox that mo…

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406: The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (2021) 1:12:16

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This week we’re exploring the paranormal intrigue of The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (2021). We analyze the true crime elements it introduces, assess how it stands apart from its predecessors, and critique the film's depiction of demonic possessions. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 30:27. Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie…

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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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Can ChatGPT 5 Do Email Marketing? 18:41

2M ago18:41

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What if the latest AI model could write sales emails sharper, faster, and more persuasive than you ever imagined? What if the days of bland, robotic copy were over, and AI could finally deliver the kind of punchy, sales-driving messages you need to fill your courses and coaching programs? That’s the big question hanging over the launch of ChatGPT 5…

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Grants, Growth & Grit: The Real Talk Small Business Owners Need to Hear" (With Nishant Raina, Mastercard Canada) 35:22

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Send us a text In this episode of The Small Business Big Insights Podcast, host Eric sits down with Nishant Raina, Vice President of Product Management at Mastercard in Canada. Nishant shares how Mastercard is helping small business owners tackle some of their biggest challenges. You’ll hear about the crucial role small businesses play in Canada’s …

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405: Weapons (2025) 1:46:53

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This week we're diving into Weapons (2025). We discuss its multi-perspective storytelling, analyze its blend of comedy and horror, and explore the effectiveness of its jump scares. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 47:23. Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie Weapons (2025) Support the Show We've launched our Patreon to have a place f…

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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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#87 How to Successfully Integrate AI into Your Business, with Tim Leers (Global Generative & Agentic AI Lead) 1:07:28

2M ago1:07:28

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Send us a text What happens when AI hype collides with enterprise reality? Tim Leers, Global Generative & Agentic AI Lead at Dataroots, pulls back the curtain on what's actually working—and what's not—in enterprise AI deployment today. We begin by examining why companies like Klarna publicly announced replacing customer service teams with AI, only …

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3 Emails You Should Be Sending Every Month (But Probably Aren’t) 15:45

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Let’s be honest. You’ve probably put time into writing value-packed emails. You’ve shared advice, tips, and helpful content. But when you look at the results, no clicks, no replies, no sales, it’s frustrating. Here’s the truth most email marketers won’t tell you: it’s not about sending more value. It’s about sending the right kind of value in the r…

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404: Near Dark (1987) 1:12:13

2M ago1:12:13

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This week we’re exploring the dusty plains of Near Dark (1987). We explore its take on vampire mythology, evaluate the chemistry between its leads, and assess its parallels with The Lost Boys and Twilight. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 37:47. Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie Near Dark (1987) Support the Show We've launched ou…

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A Holiday Special! 40:26

2M ago40:26

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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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365 Email Story Ideas In 180 Seconds 8:59

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The Fastest Trick to Never Run Out of Email Content Again Ever felt that sinking feeling when you sit down to write an email… and your brain goes blank? Like, total ghost town upstairs? No stories. No spark. Just the blinking cursor mocking you? What if you could get a new, juicy, relatable story idea every single day, without racking your brain or…

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Car Finance Compensation Special 16:12

2M ago16:12

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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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403: Sinister 2 (2015) 1:02:25

2M ago1:02:25

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This week we're revisiting our boy Bughuul in Sinister 2 (2015). We explore the film's shift from its predecessor, analyze its character development, and evaluate the effectiveness of its home movies. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 27:56. Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie Sinister 2 (2015) Main Episode Sinister (2012) Rewind: S…

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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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12 Ways to Make Money from An Email List 20:11

2M ago20:11

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You’re Sitting on a Goldmine, Here’s How to Cash In! You’ve heard it before: “The money’s in the list.” But what if we told you the money is actually in the wrong bloody place, and it should be in your pocket, funding your dream vacation, buying your kid’s dream bike, or finally letting you quit your 9-to-5? If you’ve got an email list (or even jus…

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402: Peter Pan’s Neverland Nightmare (2025) 1:26:12

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This week we’re venturing into the twisted world of Peter Pan's Neverland Nightmare (2025). We dissect our feelings towards the portrayal of Peter Pan, explore the film's gruesome kills, and analyze the complex narratives surrounding its characters. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 38:20. Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie Peter P…

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

3M 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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20 Years of Email Marketing Advice in 11 Minutes 11:33

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Most people treat email like a checklist item. Write. Send. Hope. But what if the real power of email had nothing to do with luck, and everything to do with using a proven system? Imagine sitting down with someone who’s spent two whole decades testing, tweaking, and perfecting email messages that people actually read, reply to, and buy from. That’s…