In this episode of the Investing Insiders Podcast, we’re joined by author and founder, Lesley Thomas, to discuss key money habits every child needs to learn to help them become financially confident adults. From saving and budgeting to investing and planning for the long term, we break down everything you need to know.

We cover:

1. How to talk to children and teenagers about money
2. Top money habits that build financially confident adults
3. How to start setting goals and planning for the future
4. Identifying and breaking generational patterns around money

For more help on topics mentioned in this episode, be sure to check out our budgeting guide and Junior ISA roundup to help you plan your finances and take control of your future.

We also want to hear from you!

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In this episode of the Investing Insiders Podcast, founder and award-winning author Mat Megens joins us to share the simple habits that can help you spend and save your way to wealth (and happiness!)

We discuss:

1. Facing the truth about your spending habits
2. Simple steps to spend wisely without losing life satisfaction
3. How to start investing
4. Tips for helping children understand money

For more help on topics mentioned in this episode, be sure to check out our budgeting guide and Stocks and Shares ISA roundup to help you plan your finances and take control of your future.

We also want to hear from you!

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Check out our guest:

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And a big thank you to our Sponsor:

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In this episode of the Investing Insiders Podcast, income protection specialist Michelle Grant joins us to share how you can safeguard your earnings if something unexpected, like illness or injury, prevents you from working.

We dive into:

1. Life events that could affect your earning potential
2. Understanding how income protection works
3. Why having security outside of your savings is important
4. Who should consider income protection

For more help on topics mentioned in this episode, be sure to check out our Income Protection Explainer, Income Protection Coverage Calculator and Best Income Protection Insurance Providers Roundup to help on your journey to building enough for a comfortable retirement.

We also want to hear from you!

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In this episode of the Investing Insiders Podcast, Sir Peter Thornton renowned lawyer, professor and author of The Later Years joins us to discuss future-proofing your finances by looking after things like your pension, estate planning, and the often-overlooked link between health and financial wellbeing.

We dive into:

1. Why organisation matters more than you think
2. How to manage wills, pensions, inheritance tax and more
3. The financial decisions that shape later life
4. How conversations with loved ones can save stress (and money)
5. The connection between wellbeing and long-term security

For more help on topics mentioned in this episode, be sure to check out our Pensions Calculator, Pension Fund Performance Calculator and Pension Finding Service to help on your journey to building enough for a comfortable retirement.

We also want to hear from you!

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In this episode of the Investing Insiders Podcast, business owner Mandy Khaira shares how she paid off her debt, took control of her finances and inspired her employees to do the same.

We discuss:

1. How to normalise talking about money
2. Getting real about your finances
3. Simple ways to banish debt
4. How to build better money habits

For more help on topics mentioned in this episode, be sure to check out our budgeting guide to help you plan your finances and take control of your future.

We also want to hear from you!

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In the latest episode of the Investing Insiders podcast, Hannah Martin shares her powerful journey from facing pensioner powverty to building a retirement pot of almost half a million pounds.

We cover:

• Steps to transform your money story
• How to be a savvy saver and investor
• Whether financial advice is right for you
• Why compound interest is one of the most underrated wealth-building tools

For more help on topics mentioned in this episode, be sure to check out our budgeting guide and pensions calculator to help you plan your finances and take control of your future.

We also want to hear from you! 

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In this episode of the Investing Insiders Podcast, we’re joined by Chartered Wealth Manager and financial coach, Philly Ponniah to discuss how you can achieve your financial goals using the power of investing.

We cover:

• How investing can help you achieve your financial goals
• Common misconceptions that hold people back from investing
• How to build your confidence as an investor
• Shifting your money mindset for long-term success
• Common investment scams and how to avoid them

For more help on topics mentioned in this episode, be sure to check out our How to Make an Emergency Fund and What is a Stocks and Shares guides to help on your journey.

We also want to hear from you! 

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Catch up with our guest!

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Instagram: @phillyfinancial

And a big thank you to our Sponsor:

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In this episode of the Investing Insiders Podcast, we’re joined by Ian Dempsey to discuss the truth about financial advice and whether you really need it to keep your finances on track.

We cover:

• How to get real about your finances
• The pros and cons of financial advice
• How to decide if financial advice is right for you
• Managing changes to your income
• Simple steps to achieve your financial aspirations
• The future of financial advice

For more help on topics mentioned in this episode, be sure to check out our budgeting guide to help you plan your finances and take control of your future.

We also want to hear from you! 

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Instagram: @idthemoneyman

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In this episode of the Investing Insiders podcast we’re joined by Moira O’Neil to break down what the latest changes in the Budget 2025 announcement mean for your finances. 

From Cash ISAs and income tax to child benefit and the State Pension, we reveal everything you need to know. 

For more help on topics mentioned in this episode, be sure to check out our, Live Budget News Coverage,  Pensions Calculator and  Pension Fund Performance Calculator to help keep your finances on track. 

We also want to hear from you! 

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In this episode of the Investing Insiders Podcast, we’re joined by Head of Research at the Pensions Policy Institute, Dr Priya Khambhaita to discuss the harsh reality of UK pension saving and how to make sure you have enough money when it’s time to retire.

We cover:

• Why millions of us need to save more into our pension.
• Is the State Pension enough to rely on in retirement. 
• How to make sure you have enough money saved for a comfortable retirement. 
• How to track down any lost or forgotten pensions. 

For more help on topics mentioned in this episode, be sure to check out our Pensions Calculator,  Pension Fund Performance Calculator and Pension Finding Service to help on your journey to building enough for a comfortable retirement. 

We also want to hear from you! 

Email your financial questions to us at [email protected] and we might answer it in a future episode!

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Saxo Markets UK