In this week's episode, Marcus and Paul discuss Chapter 1 of Paul's new book, “A Politician’s Guide to Finance and Money”, charting out how US Government actions in the 1960s and 1970s led to the mother of all interest hikes in 1979-1981. What would you do if your mortgage doubled in size?

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The Cash Lads dive into the long and colourful history of financial scams - from classic Ponzi schemes and 'Pump-and-Dump' cons to the unbelievable moment someone thought they’d bought the Eiffel Tower... This episode shows why scams keep working, how human nature never really changes, and why financial fraud will probably always be with us.

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From medieval poll taxes that sparked rebellion to window taxes that literally reshaped buildings, the Cash Lads explore history’s biggest tax blunders. This episode shows how poorly designed taxes often hit the wrong people, fuel unrest, and in some cases even push nations toward war. A reminder that when it comes to tax, getting it wrong can be seriously costly.

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Just two years ago, a major U.S. bank collapsed almost overnight. In this episode, the Cash Lads unpack how Silicon Valley Bank’s business model - built for a low-inflation world - unravelled when prices and interest rates surged. From tech startups to bond portfolios, the lads explore what went wrong, why it happened so fast, and what it reveals about modern banking risks.

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This week, the Cash Lads revisit the short-lived Liz Truss era and the now-iconic lettuce that outlasted her. You might think you can fool the financial markets but this week's episode shows that you usually can't. They break down how her government’s economic plans rattled financial markets, why confidence matters, and what this whirlwind moment teaches us about the power - and ruthlessness - of global finance.

This week, the Cash Lads take a trip to Japan to unpack one of the most dramatic economic booms - and busts - in modern history. From soaring property prices to the bubble that burst spectacularly in the early 1990s, the lads explore what really happened, why it mattered, and the lessons it has for those countries that may follow in its shoes.

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The Cash Lads dive into the anatomy of a financial crisis - what sparks them, how they spiral, and who gets caught in the fallout. Focusing on the 1982 Latin American debt crisis, the lads unpack how a lending boom turned into economic chaos, reshaping global finance and offering timeless lessons about risk, debt, and recovery.

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Investing in Bonds: Not as Safe as You Might Think
The Cash Lads are back to unpack the other side of your pension - bonds. They might sound safe and steady, but history tells a different story. From bond market shocks to lessons learned the hard way, this episode reveals why even the “safe bets” deserve a second look.

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Investing In Shares, Diversifying & Stories From The Past

The Cash Lads dig into what really happens to your pension money once it’s invested. From shares and diversification to tales from financial history, this episode unpacks how your future wealth is built, and why understanding it now can pay off big later.

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The Cash Lads kick things off by diving into the surprising origins of life assurance - from its beginnings in the 1750s to how it became a cornerstone of modern finance. Along the way, expect a mix of history and real-world stories as the lads break down why life assurance still matters today.

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