The Martin Lewis Podcast

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What's The Martin Lewis Podcast about?

Martin Lewis answers your financial questions, offering valuable money-saving tips.

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The Martin Lewis Podcast episodes:

05.01.2024
Finally, energy fixes that save you cash | Your grandparents’ financial wisdom | Mental health & benefits
This week on the podcast, Martin has a message for people entitled to PIP who might be worried about potential reforms to these payments. You ‘Tell Us’ the best financial advice you’ve received from your parents and grandparents. And finally,...
04.24.2024
Big warning for Barclaycard customers | Beat broadband & mobile rip offs | Zara trick
This week on the podcast Martin has a warning for all those who have a Barclaycard. After a recent rise in broadband and mobile bills for some customers, Martin shares some key tips on how to bring those costs back...
04.17.2024
Shop-staff insider tips | Save v overpay mortgage | Child Benefit changes
On this week’s podcast, Martin reacts to news of the lowest rate of inflation in two years. Listeners with retail experience TELL US about their tips for getting better deals in shops and Martin has a message for parents claiming...
03.27.2024
Meter Reading Week | Finally, cheaper energy fixes | Smart meters, good or evil?
On this week’s podcast Martin gives his tips on how we can make the most of the fall in the energy price cap that’s due to take effect on Monday 1st April. He also shares his thoughts on smart meters,...
03.20.2024
Are you due £1000s back on car finance? Your next steps | Cheap energy fix
This week on the podcast Martin gives his reaction to the 3.4% fall in the rate of inflation in the UK. He also revisits the topic of car finance reimbursement after more than 1.2 million people (and counting) try to...
03.13.2024
Savers: should you urgently get money in a cash ISA?
It’s nearly April and the end of the tax year, so it’s time to maximise your Cash ISA allowance. In this week’s episode, Martin answers your questions on ISAs and LISAs. The Tell Us this week prompts...
03.13.2024
Hidden car finance commission scandal: are you one of millions owed £1,000s?
This week on the podcast, Martin has been doing some investigating – and millions of people are owed some serious cash in car finance repayments. He shares his step-by-step guide of how to find out if you're one of...
03.07.2024
"Sorry, go to manufacturer, not us" | Budget | Myrie's money mastermind
On this week’s podcast, Martin talks about the importance of financial education in schools for young people, something he’s been campaigning on for a long time. Martin also reacts to the budget from Chancellor Jeremy Hunt which included a campaign...
03.06.2024
What the Budget really means for you & Clive Myrie plays Martin’s Mastermind
In a shorter episode this week, Martin reacts to the budget from Chancellor Jeremy Hunt – which included a campaign win on Child Benefit, and cuts to National Insurance. And there’s a surprise guest in the Martin’s...
02.29.2024
Energy prices DOWN 12.3% - why are standing charges rising? Should you fix? And a car finance complaining update
On this week’s podcast Martin reacts to last week’s announcement that the energy price cap is going down, listeners TELL US about their financial lightbulb moments, and Martin also gives an update on what you need to do next if...
02.21.2024
Can you beat the energy price cut? Trains crisis
This week on the podcast Martin shares his thoughts on whether you should fix or switch energy providers given a potential price cut may be on the horizon. He also talks about his recent nightmare railway journey experience and we...
01.31.2024
In the wrong council tax band? 100,000 are and are due £1,000s back
This week on the podcast Martin talks about how you can find out if you’ve been paying too much in Council Tax and how you could get a discount. We also hear from landlords who ‘Tell Us’ what tenants should...
01.24.2024
Don’t pay over £7/month for your mobile, and salespeople’s secret tips
This week on the podcast - Martin shares his tips on how to reduce your mobile and broadband bills. Listeners who have worked in sales ‘Tell Us’ what steps to take to get the best deal as a consumer. ...
01.17.2024
Car finance reclaim £1,000s? Married MoneySaving & haggling stories
This week on the podcast, Martin breaks down the December inflation rise, and maps out how to potentially claim back motor finance. He also shares his advice on how to claim a bereavement payout if your partner died after...
01.10.2024
Chats with the Chancellor & how to cut credit card debt
This week on the podcast, Martin tells Nihal about his visit to No. 11 Downing Street and his conversation with the Chancellor. He has a masterclass in how to cut your credit card debt, and you ‘Tell Us’ some of...
12.20.2023
Money Mastermind Special 2023
This is The Martin Lewis Podcast festive special, a compilation of some of the best Money Masterminds of the year. Regular listeners will know Martin quizzes 5 Live’s Nihal Arthanayake on his financial knowhow each week, so we’ve compiled some...
12.13.2023
The terrible human cost of scams, and finally, a cheap energy deal
On this week’s episode, Martin gives listeners his advice on how to spot a scam and hears the terrible experience of ‘Lisa’, who was scammed by criminals using Martin’s name. Martin also has some energy saving deals to share, and...
11.30.2023
Call centre staff secret tips & unpleasant issues: wills, power of attorney & more
Martin hears about how to get the best service from call centres from those who’ve worked in them. He also talks about the importance of setting up a will and power of attorney, and finally finds out if Nihal has...
11.23.2023
Beat the 5% energy price hike? Autumn Statement practicals & Richard Osman!
On this weeks podcast, Martin discusses the 5% energy price hike and gives his reaction to the Autumn Statement. Plus a surprise Mastermind appearance from a special guest!
11.15.2023
How to get a free flight upgrade and how to cut credit card costs even if rejected for 0%
Martin talks about how to get free flight upgrades and how to cut your credit card interest even if rejected for 0%. He also has tips on how you and a friend can ear £50 each for switching energy providers...
11.08.2023
How £1 could make 1st time buyers £1,000s…
Martin talks about Lifetime ISAs and how you can time your energy usage to make you money. He has tips on the most cost-effective bank cards to use abroad as well as some of the best deals on some Christmas...
11.01.2023
Wallet workout, admin anxiety and acts of financial kindness
He also quizzes Nihal on where he is up to with making a will, and they discuss how to deal with financial anxiety. Plus, this week’s ‘Tell Us’ is all about acts of financial kindness. 03:22 Nihal’s Will 13:30 Wallet Workout 27:10...
10.18.2023
Can you reclaim PPI again & 1m+ owed money back on student loans
All former students with student loans should check if they can reclaim £100s or even £1,000s. Martin explains who is eligible and how to reclaim. Also PPI reclaiming is back. New legal action means you could you reclaim £1,000s (even...
10.11.2023
Car insurance up 41% on average, home insurance too, how to beat the hikes
Martin talking about insurance and his advice on what to do about a cost we know is climbing at the moment. He has tips on how to get the best deals on your car and home insurance renewals. He also looks...
10.04.2023
Free Wills and a Brown Trouser phone in…
Martin explains how to get a free solicitor-drafted will and Nihal’s rap career showcases the importance of having a pension. He also looks at the importance of having a power of attorney, he answers your questions and has some tips...
09.27.2023
Cut energy bills, fix savings and free Greggs
Martin is back with a bumper episode. Find out the savings account you need to know about, why even though energy prices are lower some people could be paying more this winter and also the action that you need to...
09.20.2023
Teen money special: Lessons for everyone
Martin joins the 5live Teen 23 Summit to give financial advice to teenagers and students, with a guide to savings, inflation, credit cards and money that apply to everyone. 00:00 Introduction 05:58 Maintenance loans and top uni tips 22:34 Tell Us 27:05 Questions...
09.13.2023
Make £100s in time for Christmas, and state pension boosting
With around 100 days until Christmas, Martin looks at the financial opportunities to make some more money to pay for it – and how to cut costs. And with the pensions 'triple lock' in the news again we look...
09.06.2023
Huge best buy savings, and are you due flight compo?
Martin is back to talk about the best savings accounts out there at the moment. Advice on how to get your money back if your flight is delayed or cancelled. And you ‘tell us’ your childhood money memories. 01:36 Intro 09:07...
07.19.2023
Are cash ISA’s ni-sa? & will lower inflation mean cheaper mortgages?
Martin explains why Inflation is down and whether mortgage rates will follow, why you should open or reopen a cash ISA and Mortgage Charter help, should you access it and how do you do it? PLUS what is a day?......
07.13.2023
Top 10 holiday tips & energy switches are back
Martin Lewis gives you some top tips on how to save money when going on holiday. Energy switches are back - Martin talks you through all you need to know. Plus, you 'tell us' your experiences of living abroad and...
07.05.2023
Uni costs to increase 50% – Everything you need to know
Martin Lewis explains all you need to know about student finance including the changes coming THIS September with a new plan (Plan 5) Martin is joined by three prospective university students from Westminster Kingsway College and parents concerned about funding...
06.28.2023
Are you missing out on £100,000+? Meter reading week and Dead Ringers....
Martin Lewis live from LORDS! He responds to the Chancellor’s mortgage charter announcement and talks about what else the government could do to cut the cost of living. 4 ways you may be missing out on THOUSANDS of pounds!...
06.21.2023
My mortgage meet with the Chancellor, should you overpay? – and travel tips
Martin comes to the podcast straight from Number 11 after an emergency meeting with The Chancellor over mortgages. So Martin talks mortgages rates and whether you should overpay your mortgage with savings or extra cash AND some very important...
06.14.2023
Pay up to £800 get £6,000 – HUGE boost to your state pension.
The deadline for buying back National Insurance contributions to boost your state pension has been extended to 2025. Martin explains why the deadline has been extended, how to check if you should be doing it and shares the success stories...
06.07.2023
Mortgage mayhem, energy fixes, car insurance & Tesco tips
Martin talks your through how to beat the current mortgage mayhem, with help from Andrew Montlake, Managing Director of the mortgage brokerage Coreco. Can you get a fix on your energy bills and should you? How to triple your Tesco Clubcard...
05.25.2023
The Energy Price Cap Decoded (& new 4.25% savings)
This week Martin talks you through everything you need to know about the latest energy price cap. What will you pay? How does it work? Are fixes coming back? Plus standing charges, switching and pre pay help! You ‘tell...
05.17.2023
Are you due new energy compensation? Plus renters rights (& wrongs)…
If you’re struggling to pay your rent, Martin shares his top tips. Plus how to check if you are due compensation from your energy firm and - is the energy price cap coming down in July? It’s National Numeracy...
05.10.2023
How to check if you’re owed £100s of energy credit and are 100% mortgages good?
Is your electricity and gas provider sitting on £100’s of YOUR money? Martin explains why May is the PERFECT TIME to get that money back! Have you been considering a 100% mortgage? Martin explores whether it could help you get...
05.03.2023
Scam-busters, the best debit card and is cash king?
The Martin Lewis podcast is here and it’s an emotional one. As it is announced that the UK is to ban all cold calls selling financial products as part of a national crackdown on scams, Martin reveals that a relative...
04.26.2023
Are your savings safe in the bank? (and paying to squeeze blackheads)
With some uncertainty in the banking world, Martin talks you through how safe your savings are and how to make the most of the savings you have. Martin also answers your questions including ‘What is better: a Help to buy...
04.19.2023
10 ways to pimp your pension (& warranty schmarranty)
The Martin Lewis Podcast is here - he tells you the ten things you MUST know about your pension, from how to find lost money in old pensions, to when you can opt in for extra pension contributions from your...
03.29.2023
Finally you can fix your energy bill - but should you? And more…
The Martin Lewis Podcast is here and energy bills are once again top of the agenda. For the first time in a long time you can fix your energy bills – but the question is should you? At the...
03.28.2023
How to beat April's 17% mobile and 14% broadband price hikes
Founder of Money Saving Expert, Martin Lewis joins BBC Radio 5 Live’s Nihal Arthanayake to answer your questions – including what to consider when weighing up a large loan vs re-mortgaging. The cost of living rose more than expected last...
03.15.2023
Budget special: energy, tax, childcare, pension and Help to Save
The Martin Lewis Podcast is here – and it’s a Budget 2023 special. Founder of Money Saving Expert, Martin Lewis reacts to Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s Spring Budget. Free childcare of 30 hours a week for working parents in England is...
03.08.2023
ISAs, ISAs, baby... cheap flights and pensions boost
The Martin Lewis Podcast is here. Founder of Money Saving Expert, Martin Lewis answers your ISA questions. Interest rates are up, so ISAs are back for many, although you need to sort them by 5 April or sooner. Martin shares...
03.01.2023
Energy bill help, free wills and super service
The Martin Lewis Podcast is here – founder of Money Saving Expert, Martin Lewis joins BBC Radio 5live’s Nihal Arthanayake to answer your energy questions. The Energy Price Cap will fall by 23% in April 2023, to £3,280/year for a...
02.22.2023
Council tax, £1000s back? Money-piphany, energy bills
The Martin Lewis Podcast is here. Founder of Money Saving Expert, Martin Lewis answers your financial questions. In this episode we look at how to check if you could save on your council tax, ahead of the 5%...
02.15.2023
How to turn £800 into £5,500 - Part Two
Long: The Martin Lewis Podcast is here. Founder of Money Saving Expert, Martin Lewis answers your questions on buying national insurance contribution years to top up your state pension. As the buy-back deadline is fast approaching, Martin has an...
02.08.2023
Beat water bill increases, student finance & biggest ever savings
The Martin Lewis Podcast is here. Founder of Money Saving Expert, Martin Lewis answers your financial questions, including several queries on upcoming changes to student finance. Water bills could rise by 7.5% from April for households in England...

What's The Martin Lewis Podcast about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

The Martin Lewis Podcast episodes:

Finally, energy fixes that save you cash | Your grandparents’ financial wisdom | Mental health & benefits

Big warning for Barclaycard customers | Beat broadband & mobile rip offs | Zara trick

Shop-staff insider tips | Save v overpay mortgage | Child Benefit changes

Meter Reading Week | Finally, cheaper energy fixes | Smart meters, good or evil?

Are you due £1000s back on car finance? Your next steps | Cheap energy fix

Savers: should you urgently get money in a cash ISA?

Hidden car finance commission scandal: are you one of millions owed £1,000s?

"Sorry, go to manufacturer, not us" | Budget | Myrie's money mastermind

What the Budget really means for you & Clive Myrie plays Martin’s Mastermind

Energy prices DOWN 12.3% - why are standing charges rising? Should you fix? And a car finance complaining update

Can you beat the energy price cut? Trains crisis

In the wrong council tax band? 100,000 are and are due £1,000s back

Don’t pay over £7/month for your mobile, and salespeople’s secret tips

Car finance reclaim £1,000s? Married MoneySaving & haggling stories

Chats with the Chancellor & how to cut credit card debt

Money Mastermind Special 2023

The terrible human cost of scams, and finally, a cheap energy deal

Call centre staff secret tips & unpleasant issues: wills, power of attorney & more

Beat the 5% energy price hike? Autumn Statement practicals & Richard Osman!

How to get a free flight upgrade and how to cut credit card costs even if rejected for 0%

How £1 could make 1st time buyers £1,000s…

Wallet workout, admin anxiety and acts of financial kindness

Can you reclaim PPI again & 1m+ owed money back on student loans

Car insurance up 41% on average, home insurance too, how to beat the hikes

Free Wills and a Brown Trouser phone in…

Cut energy bills, fix savings and free Greggs

Teen money special: Lessons for everyone

Make £100s in time for Christmas, and state pension boosting

Huge best buy savings, and are you due flight compo?

Are cash ISA’s ni-sa? & will lower inflation mean cheaper mortgages?

Top 10 holiday tips & energy switches are back

Uni costs to increase 50% – Everything you need to know

Are you missing out on £100,000+? Meter reading week and Dead Ringers....

My mortgage meet with the Chancellor, should you overpay? – and travel tips

Pay up to £800 get £6,000 – HUGE boost to your state pension.

Mortgage mayhem, energy fixes, car insurance & Tesco tips

The Energy Price Cap Decoded (& new 4.25% savings)

Are you due new energy compensation? Plus renters rights (& wrongs)…

How to check if you’re owed £100s of energy credit and are 100% mortgages good?

Scam-busters, the best debit card and is cash king?

Are your savings safe in the bank? (and paying to squeeze blackheads)

10 ways to pimp your pension (& warranty schmarranty)

Finally you can fix your energy bill - but should you? And more…

How to beat April's 17% mobile and 14% broadband price hikes

Budget special: energy, tax, childcare, pension and Help to Save

ISAs, ISAs, baby... cheap flights and pensions boost

Energy bill help, free wills and super service

Council tax, £1000s back? Money-piphany, energy bills

How to turn £800 into £5,500 - Part Two

Beat water bill increases, student finance & biggest ever savings

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