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Podcasts 2020-04-06T11:44:58+00:00

Download the latest podcasts from Chris Budd, author of The Financial Wellbeing Book and Tom Morris, Director & Chartered Financial Planner at Ovation Finance. Hosted by David Lloyd this podcast provides expert insight, tips and advice on creating financial peace of mind.

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Episode 106 – Does More Money Equal More Happiness?

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The guys dive into the age-old question: Does more money equal more happiness? Join them as they navigate contrasting findings of renowned academics Daniel Kahneman and Matthew Killingsworth. Get ready to challenge conventional wisdom and discover the key question we should all be asking in the pursuit of true financial wellbeing. As ever a thought provoking episode with a light-hearted #tightasstommo money saving tip.

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Episode 105 – Stress on our Finances with Sonya Lutter

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Episode 105 - Stress on our Finances with Sonya Lutter In this episode, we sit down with Financial Psychology expert Dr Sonya Lutter. Delving into the root causes of our financial decision-making, from the impact [...]

Episode 104 – Crack the Happiness Code with Set Point Theory

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All the guys are back in this episode and exploring the Set Point Theory of happiness and its links to financial wellbeing. With the usual #tightasstommo money saving tips with a festive twist and genial waffle we have a lovely episode for you . . .

Episode 103 – Money Stories with Sarah Newcombe

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Chris and Producer Tommo are joined by Editor Tammy whilst David is away for just this one episode. They bring an insightful interview with psychologist Sarah Newcombe discussing money stories and the essential questions you need to ask to change the narrative. Join us for a transformative journey along with the usual #tightasstommotips.

Episode 102 – Exploring Purpose with Jan Bowen-Nielsen

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In this episode the guys chat with coaching expert Jan Bowen-Nielsen to explore the essence of financial wellbeing - finding your purpose in life. With four questions you can answer to start your financial wellbeing journey.

Episode 101 – Permission to be Happy

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The guys are back and this time they are here to talk about the topic of 'permission' - they will explore what it is, who can give it and how it links to our financial plans. TightAssTommo has a cracker of a money saving tip, so come and have a listen to the latest episode . . .

Episode 100 – Celebrating 100 Episodes!

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It's a milestone episode 🥳 Join the guys as they commemorate a remarkable journey in financial wellbeing. They share some favourite moments, highlight memorable guests and share some unbeatable #tightasstommotips and top financial wellbeing tips [...]

Episode 99 – Beyond the Finish Line with Leon Taylor

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Episode 99 - Beyond the Finish Line with Leon Taylor Bear with us - we promise there is a link between diving and financial wellbeing! Join us as we chat with Olympic medallist Leon Taylor [...]

Episode 98 – Your Future Self with Hal Hershfield

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Episode 98 - Your Future Self with Hal Hershfield Another brilliant special guest interview - this time the guys chat with UCLA Professor, Hal Hershfield. Join them as they delve into exploring practical strategies to [...]

Episode 97 – 4 Steps to Financial Wellbeing

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Another brilliant episode with an interactive twist. The guys will be exploring 4 steps to consider when creating a financial wellbeing plan with some tasks and challenges you can use to see how your finances [...]

Episode 96 – Interview with Reverend Richard Coles

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The guys sit down with Reverend Richard Coles, a musician, writer, broadcaster and Anglican priest. Exploring his relationship with money, Richard shares his insights and experiences in a candid and thought-provoking interview. Come and enjoy this excellent episode . . .

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Episode 95 – Mastering Your Money with Paul Lewis

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Episode 95 -Mastering Your Money with Paul Lewis We talk with special guest, financial journalist and presenter of BBC Radio 4's Money Box, Paul Lewis. In this episode, we delve into Paul's new book "Money [...]

  • Picture of a stethoscope - to help visulise why wealth can be bad for our health and what we can do to make improvements

Episode 94 – Why Wealth is Bad for your Health

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Can wealth actually have a detrimental effect on our health? The guys explore what makes money so unhealthy, along with sharing some ideas to help create a better relationship with our finances. In addition to the No Shizzle Sherlock and #tightasstommo tips, we also have a little birthday flashback for Producer Tommo!

Episode 93 – Permission with Joy Lere

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In this episode, the guys chat with the lovely Joy Lere about permission and its relationship with money and happiness. Along with some comfortable bottoms in #tightasstommo! Come and catch up in the latest episode of The Financial Wellbeing Podcast

  • How to be aware of framing bias for our Financial Wellbeing

Episode 92 – Five Tips To Help With Framing Bias

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The guys are here to explore the concept of Framing Bias. Sharing tips around awareness so we won't be led, but use Framing Bias to drive actions that lead to wiser decisions for our financial wellbeing. Come and have a listen, with the usual No Shizzle Sherlock and some scraping of the barrel #TightAssTommo tips . . . .

Episode 91 – Exploring ESG with Clémence Chatelin

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Join the guys as they have a 'live' chat around ESG and investments. ESG is a nuanced topic - so we have the award winning expert Clémence Chatelin to help make sense of it all. Now, break out your crystal balls for No Shizzle Sherlock and enjoy a cheeky #tightasstommo money saving tip in the latest episode . . .

  • What can we do when cannot envisage our future selves and often break our financial commitments?

Episode 90 – Why Are We So Rubbish With Money?

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Episode 90 - Why Are We So Rubbish With Money? The guys explore why our brains are just not wired to deal with our finances. So . . . what can we do about this? [...]

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Episode 89 – Interview with Liz Zeidler

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It's been long overdue, but the guys finally have a chat with Liz Zeidler from The Centre for Thriving Places and explore the links between wellbeing and our finances. No Shizzle Sherlock has some no nonsense words from Producer Tommo and there is an update from a previous #tightasstommo money saving tip. Come and enjoy a great episode . . .

Episode 88 – Giving for Your Wellbeing

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This episode is all about convincing you that giving to others will make you happy - the wellbeing behind philanthropy! We want to hear your thoughts on the No Shizzle Sherlock topic and as ever, #TightAssTommo has some questionable money saving tips to help you beat the cost of living crisis.

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Episode 87 – The Good Ancestor with Stephanie Brobbey

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A brilliant chat this episode with the lovely Stephanie Brobby from the Good Ancestor Movement. Taking a look at motivations behind philanthropy for wellbeing and wealth distribution for a healthier economy. Along with the guys tackling Warren Buffett in No Shizzle Sherlock and some tongue-in-cheek #tightasstommo money saving tips. Come and have a listen now . . .

Episode 86 – The Big Quit

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Episode 86 - The Big Quit Is the grass greener on the other side? The guys explore what you should consider about job roles and your wellbeing before handing in your notice. With blindfolded monkeys [...]

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Episode 85 – Mindfulness with Martin Stepek

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The guys have a great chat with special guest Martin Stepek exploring mindfulness. Whilst mindfulness is a bit of a buzzword right now, this episode takes a deeper dive into how it can help with our relationship towards money. Will you guess the No Shizzle Sherlock Test before David? Or do you already apply the #tightasstommo money saving tip? Come and have a listen . . .

  • A smiley face pool inflatable showcasing how we can apply our financial plan to THE secret of lasting happiness

Episode 84 – THE Secret to Happiness

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After 84 episodes, we should all know a thing or two about wellbeing and our finances - now it all comes together as the guys share THE, not actually that secret, way we can align our financial plan with lasting happiness! With the usual No Shizzle Sherlock and #tightasstommo features, along with the three steps you can follow for happiness - don't delay, dive right into this episode now:

  • Understanding social comparison and how to avoid it's harmful effects on our financial wellbeing

Episode 83 – Social Comparison with Neil Bage

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He's back, for a third time! Neil Bage has a brilliant discussion around what social comparison means and the effects it can have on our financial wellbeing, both positive and negative. With great tips on how to curate your social media experiences, the most dodgy money saving tip to date in #tightasstommo and the usual banter form the guys - this is an episode not to miss.

  • lots of small wooden hearts as examples of self-worth by being compassionate to others

Episode 82 – What Determines Your Self-Worth?

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Episode 82 - What Determines Your Self-Worth? Where does self-worth come from and how can we link this to our financial plan? Whilst The Financial Wellbeing Podcast is not about psychology, the guys are exploring [...]

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Episode 81 – Going Beyond: Interview with Eric Roberge

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The guys are going global in this episode of The Financial Wellbeing Podcast as they chat with 'Beyond Your Hammock' founder Eric Roberge from Boston in America. They explore what a financial plan looks like and the process to create one, along with a great #tightasstommo tip if you are ever in Boston for a night out. Along with regular money saving tips and the no shizzle sherlock test, come and enjoy a brilliant episode.

Episode 80 – 10 Financial Tips I Wish I Could Tell My 18 Year Old Self

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In this episode the guys think about turning back time to consider sage financial tips they wish they understood when they were 18, you know, way way back in the day! With another No Shizzle Sherlock test and the perennial favourite #tightasstommo we have a great episode for you.

  • What questions do you need to ask to find the financial planner for you

Episode 79 – How To Find The Right Advice For You

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In this special episode for Financial Planning Week 2021, the guys have a chat about the questions you should ask when trying to find the financial adviser for you. Whilst slightly controversial in places, there are plenty of top tips for you to use in your hunt for the right adviser. Joining the classic #tightasstommo there is a new feature - tell us what you think of The No Shizzle Sherlock Test!

Episode 78 – Advice That Sticks: Interview with Dr Moira Somers

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Episode 78 - Interview with Dr Moira Somers Join the guys as they chat with guest Dr Moira Somers, exploring the psychology behind what stops people from thinking in a proactive way and taking advice? [...]

Episode 77 – Self-Determination Theory

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Episode 77 - Self-Determination Theory The guys have a great chat about Self-Determination Theory in this episode – don’t worry, whilst the inspiration for this episode is academic, they take the general principles and how [...]

  • Catherine Morgan, Financial Coach on the financial wellbeing podcast

Episode 76 – Financial Coaching with Catherine Morgan

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Episode 76 - Financial Coaching with Catherine Morgan What is financial coaching? How is it different to a financial advice? The guys chat with Catherine Morgan, a financial coach, to discuss the difference. Along with [...]

Episode 75 – The Financial Wellbeing Audit

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Episode 75 - The Financial Wellbeing Audit Join the guys as they explore the the five pillars of financial wellbeing so you can ask the important questions and review your finances via a financial wellbeing [...]

Episode 74 – Interview with Ash Phillips

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Episode 74 - Interview with Ash Phillips Whilst it is easier than ever to become and entrepreneur, there are still barriers to creating a successful business. The guys chat with special guest Ash Phillips, founder [...]

Episode 73 – Don’t Be A Creep

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Episode 73 - Don't Be A Creep As we earn more income, we spend more money. Is that inevitable? Maybe not . . the guys take a practical look at how we can all avoid [...]

Episode 72 – Financial Psychology with Anne Abbenes

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Why does talking about money cause such anxiety? Special guest Anne Abbeness takes a look at the psychology behind what is happening in our brains when we are dealing with our finances. With a great Bage's Behavioural Bias and some questionable #tightasstommo money saving tips, we have plenty of takeaways to help you make better financial decisions in this episode. . .

Episode 71 – The Balance Between Pleasure & Purpose

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What gets you out of bed in the mornings? Join the guys as they discuss how we can structure our finances to create and keep the balance between pleasure and purpose for long term wellbeing [...]

Episode 70 – Finding Purpose in Later Life with Tony Watts OBE

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A special guest interview with Tony Watts OBE, director at EngAgeNet and author of The Midlife Review Book. Tony is an advocate for the elderly from producing many publications to directly informing the government on their issues. In this episode the guys chat about what retirement can mean, finding purpose in later life and how employers can work with employees for a smooth transition. As ever we have a brilliant Bages Behavioural Bias and a terrific #tightasstommo money saving tip for you in this practically perfect podcast!

Episode 69 – Finding Financial Planners with Kate Holmes

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Episode 69 - Finding Financial Planners with Kate Holmes How do you go about finding a financial advisor to help you with financial wellbeing? We have a great chat with Kate Holmes for you in [...]

Episode 68 – The Schwartz Circumplex

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What are personal values and how do they effect our behaviour? When do these values conflict with each other? What does any of this have to do with financial wellbeing?! Come and have a listen to the guys as they take a deep dive into, previous podcast guest, Tim Kasser's principle " the idea that a person who holds financial success as one of their primary values will be less happy than they might otherwise be." With Bage's Biases and the money saving staple #tightasstommo, the guys have an interesting episode for you . . .

  • Interview all about personal brands

Episode 67 – Exploring Paths to Happiness with Dr Elia Gourgouris

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What is your personal brand? If you are the "something" person, what is that "something?" How has this brand shaped your life and wellbeing? Chris, David and Producer Tommo have a chat with the happiness doctor Elia Gourgouris about the positives and negatives of personal brands and their connections to money. With Bage's Biases, Tight Ass Tommo's money saving tips and the thought of Chris practicing Yoga, the guys have a fascinating episode for you . . .

  • The Biology of Happiness

Episode 66 – The Biology of Happiness

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Episode 66 - The Biology of Happiness Can we increase our wellbeing through a biology lesson? In this episode Chris, David and Producer Tommo explore the science behind the chemicals in our brains responsible for [...]

  • Grief and how we can support those going through a life transition

Episode 65 – Amy Florian on Grief, Loss & Transitions

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Episode 65 - Amy Florian on Grief, Loss & Transitions We all struggle with grief, loss and moments of transition in our lives. Grief can come from many areas, whether that be from the death [...]

Episode 64 – The Financial Wellbeing Junkie

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The guys are back and may have found the secret meaning of life in this episode! They take a look at two key theories of wellbeing - Set Point Happiness and the Hedonic Treadmill - what really makes us happy and can we increase our wellbeing? There is the classic #TightAssTommo and the NEW Bages' Biases, for a great episode well worth your time.

  • Rooster Money, positive money habits for children

Episode 63 – Interview with Will Carmichael from Rooster Money

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Episode 63 - Interview with Will Carmichael from Rooster Money The guys are still here for the latest episode of the Financial Wellbeing Podcast. Join Chris, David and Producer Tommo as they chat with Will [...]

  • Time to Reflect, to imporve our relationship with money

Episode 62 – Time to Reflect

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Episode 62 – Time to Reflect In this episode Chris, David and Producer Tommo share some ideas to think about during lockdown, given what we know about money and happiness. The guys share how they [...]

Episode 61 – Coping With Anxiety During Lockdown with Nick Elston

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Episode 61 - Coping With Anxiety During Lockdown with Nick Elston We have a very special interim podcast for you. Special guest Nick Elston is back for a chat with Chris Budd to talk about [...]

  • The Financial healer, Mark Bristow

Episode 60 – Interview with The Financial Healer, Mark Bristow

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Episode 60 - Interview with The Financial Healer, Mark Bristow How damaging can our relationship with money be? Chris, David and Producer Tommo have a chat with Mark Bristow, The Financial Healer, about how we [...]

  • social prescribing, digging deeper beyond issues to find the cause

Episode 59 – Social Prescribing

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Join Chris, David and Producer Tommo as they explore how all the areas of wellbeing support each other. In this episode the spotlight is on social prescribing, digging a little deeper past the initial problem and looking at more preventative solutions. With updates from the IFW, Ovation Client Questions on life assurance and plenty of sheds in the Tight Ass Tommo tip of the week have a listen to another great Financial Wellbeing Podcast.

  • Interview with Tas Tagel about the behaviours we don't notice

Episode 58 – Interview with Anthony ‘Tas’ Tasgal

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Episode 58 - Interview with Anthony 'Tas' Tasgal David and his co-conspirators Chris and Producer Tommo have a chat with author and strategist Anthony 'Tas' Tasgal about our behaviours and how we make decisions. Tas [...]

Episode 57 – A Christmas Special

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Episode 57 - A Christmas Special It's that time of year again - The guys have a festive episode of the podcast for you, featuring real dice and sketchy crackers! Join Chris, David and Producer [...]

Episode 56 – Community Wellbeing

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Episode 56 - Community Wellbeing Chris, David and Producer Tommo delve deeper into one of the 5 main pillars of wellbeing - community wellbeing. They explore ideas to think about and act upon to engage [...]

The IFW is here . . .

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After a book, 50+ episodes of the podcast and a brilliant conference the Financial Wellbeing message is spreading. In this episode we are happy to announce the creation of the Initiative for Financial Wellbeing. Financial [...]

  • Overcoming Anxiety

Episode 55 – Overcoming Anxiety with Nick Elston

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In this episode Chris, David and Producer Tommo share a chat with inspirational Nick Elston. Following on from his spellbinding talk at the Financial Wellbeing Conference, Nick talks about his personal experiences with anxiety and how this led to becoming a professional speaker. With top tips on what you can do to overcome money anxiety, planting trees with #tightasstommo and a very topical Ovation Client Question, this is an episode not to miss.

  • help with money and mental health

Episode 54 – Mental Wellbeing & Money

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Episode 54 - Mental Wellbeing & Money The guys take a canter around the subject of mental health in this episode of the Financial Wellbeing Podcast. Although Chris, David and Producer Tommo are not experts in [...]

  • Financial Wellbeing, questions

Episode 53 – The Financial Wellbeing Conference 2019

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Episode 53 - The Financial Wellbeing Conference 2019 We have a bumper hour long episode for you from the Financial Wellbeing Conference. Chris, David and Producer Tommo, along with special guests, delivered a great message [...]

  • Financial education leading to financial wellbeing

Episode 52 – Financial Fitness with Jason Butler

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Join Chris, David and Producer Tommo as they have a chat with Jason Butler about the importance of financial education. Jason explains why he went from being a financial planner to an educator and how you can get your own Financial Fitness Score to see how you're doing. This is an episode filled to the brim with money saving tips not only from the legend that is #tightasstommo, but Jason as well.

  • how to maximise happiness when you no longer need to work in retirement

Episode 51 – Pt 3 Wellbeing in Retirement

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The terrific triumvirate are back, join Chris, David and Producer Tommo for the third and final podcast in the series on retirement. In this episode the guys take a look at applying wellbeing to retirement and how to maximise happiness when you no longer need to work for money. There are yet more practical ideas from a chartered financial planner, Ovation client questions and of course #tightasstommo money saving tips.

Episode 50 – Wellbeing and Writing with Amanda Prowse

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Look at us, 50 episodes strong! Come and party with the guys, Chris, David and Producer Tommo as they celebrate in this very special episode of The Financial Wellbeing Podcast. We have a interview with Amanda Prowse, author of 21 best selling books. Amanda shares her inspirational story of how she became a writer along with how her changing financial situation has impacted life over the years.

  • work out what will pull you into retirement

Episode 49 – Pt 2 Planning a Happy Retirement

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Episode 49 - Pt 2 Planning a Happy Retirement The second of our 3 part series looking at retirement. Chris, David and Producer Tommo explore the practical and technical issues for those on the verge [...]

Episode 48 – The Money Plan with Warren Shute

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In this episode we have a special guest interview with Warren Shute. Chris talks to Warren about his new book The Money Plan, a brilliant resource for those who want to take control of their [...]

Episode 47 – Pt1 Foundations for Retirement

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In the first of a 3 part retirement series Chris, David and Producer Tommo look at building the foundations for a happy retirement. This involves some practical ideas around how to plan financially for this, but more importantly explores the idea of 'know thyself' and how this can help provide a sense of purpose. With a canoe update and a top Tight Ass Tommo tip for foodies, we have an excellent episode for you.

Episode 46 – The Sharing Economy with Professor Tim Kasser

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Join Chris, David and Producer Tommo for part 2 of our interview with Professor Tim Kasser. This time the focus is on practical ideas for financial wellbeing through consuming less. They also have the added bonus of helping to save the environment! With listeners questions and a serious tip not to be missed in #tightasstommo we have a very interesting episode for you.

Episode 45 – A Festive Wellbeing Podcast with Tim Elsenburg

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The guys have a fun filled festive podcast for you this Christmas! Listen to some cracking money saving tips from Producer Tommo, play along and beat David at 'Sound Charades' then enjoy Chris' interview with singer/songwriter Tim Elsenburg from the Mercury Prize nominated band Sweet Billy Pilgrim. So grab a glass of eggnog, put your feet up and have a giggle.

Episode 44 – Meaningful Money with Pete Matthew

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We have a special guest interview in this episode - the legend of financial planning and all round good egg, Pete Matthew. In the interview Pete talks to Chris about his new book The Meaningful Money Handbook. They explore being intentional in your approach to money, top budgeting tips and how to spend your money meaningfully. With great #tightasstommo money saving tips we have an action packed episode for you to enjoy.

  • Talk Money Week, Financial Wellbeing

Episode 43 – Financial Wellbeing for Talk Money Week

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Episode 43 - Financial Wellbeing for Talk Money Week We're here this Talk Money Week to get more people talking about money and help improve money management. Chris, David & Producer Tommo take a close [...]

  • Tim Kasser interview on hyper capitalism

Episode 42 – Hyper Capitalism with Professor Tim Kasser

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In this episode Chris chats to Professor Tim Kasser about his book Hyper Capitalism. They explore the difference between buying and consuming, the negative effects that materialism has on our long term wellbeing and marketing in our consumer society. If spending money on materialistic values doesn't make us happy, what we can do to increase our wellbeing?

  • Motivation, financial wellbeing, how we view money

Episode 41 – Motivation & Money

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What doesn't necessarily motivate us to work harder? Money! Chris, David and Producer Tommo look at the theory behind what will motivate us and how it might change how we look at money. They take a practical look at the areas of financial well-being that link back to motivation and fulfilment in life. We also have listeners questions and the ever popular #tightasstommo tip.

  • living well with cancer, cancer and finances, financial wellbeing and cancer

Episode 40 – Dr Catherine Zollman and Living Well with Cancer

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Longtime listeners will be aware that proceeds from the Financial Wellbeing book go to the charity Penny Brohn. In this podcast episode Chris, David and Producer Tommo find out what fantastic work Penny Brohn does to help people live well with cancer. We hear from Dr Catherine Zollman on how our bodies are hardwired to heal, the different ways people deal with money after a cancer diagnosis and how the work they do at Penny Brohn inspired Chris to write the book.

  • Know Thyself, Happiness

Episode 39 – Theories of Happiness

July 22nd, 2018|Comments Off on Episode 39 – Theories of Happiness

What is happiness? Chris, David and Producer Tommo take a look at the Know Thyself principle from the Financail Wellbeing book, exploring four different theories of happiness. Have no fear, the podcast is not going highbrow! Just looking at what makes us happy, how money fits into this and how we can change our behaviour for the better. With listeners questions and some great #tightasstommo money saving tips, this episode is sure to make you smile. "Doing what you like is freedom. Liking what you do is happiness" Frank Tyger

  • Good money making decisions

Episode 38 – Keeping it Fuzzy with Greg Davies

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Episode 38 - Keeping it Fuzzy with Greg Davies Join Chris, David and Producer Tommo for part 2 of the behavioural finance interview with Greg Davies. We are almost hardwired to make bad money decisions [...]

  • Employee Ownership, EOT

Episode 37 – The Employee Ownership Journey at Ovation

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Join Chris, David and Producer Tommo as they explore Employee Ownership - a great option when a business owner wants to step away and the employees want to step up. They discuss what drives people at work and how employee ownership relates to financial well-being. This podcast shares some great insights into the sale of Ovation Finance to an Employee Ownership Trust. The legend that is Tight Ass Tommo also shares great money saving tips and we answer listeners questions.

Episode 36 – Understanding our Attitude to Risk with Neil Bage

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The third episode in our three part series on investments. Chris, Dave and Producer Tommo answer listeners questions, offer great money saving #tightasstommo tips and we have another interview with Neil Bage. The interview looks at  risk profiling and understanding our approach to investment risk in order to make better investment decisions.

  • investments are like souffle, leave them alone to bake or you will be dissapointed.

Episode 35 – The Investor’s Guide to Soufflés

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This is the second podcast of our three part series on investments. With financial well-being in mind, Chris, David and Producer Tommo provide some practical ideas and thoughts around investment planning.  As ever we have a giggle with a #tightasstommo anecdote and Chris has a big announcement to make.

  • Finances and Behaviour, Positive Behaviour for Investments, Positive Investments

Episode 34 – Positive Behaviour & Investing Successfully with Dr Daniel Crosby

March 29th, 2018|Comments Off on Episode 34 – Positive Behaviour & Investing Successfully with Dr Daniel Crosby

Chris, Dave and Producer Tommo take a look at investments in this first of a three part series. Chris interviews psychologist and behavioural finance expert Dr Daniel Crosby. They chat about how we can modify our natural behaviours to increase our chances of investment success and more importantly enjoy our investment journey. There are some great takeaways about positive behaviours we can apply to increase our financial wellbeing. We have some great money saving tips from #tightasstommo the man who never knowingly overspends and plenty of laughs throughout this longer than usual bumper packed episode.

  • The anticipation of a purchase

Episode 33 – Good Things Come to Those Who Wait

March 12th, 2018|Comments Off on Episode 33 – Good Things Come to Those Who Wait

This week Chris, David & Producer Tommo discuss The Pleasure from Delaying Consumption and how planning and waiting for experiences and purchases can increase our well-being. As always we have our #tightasstommo tip, which by his own admission is arguable the most middle class one we've had thus far. 

Episode 32 – Getting Out of Debt with Maria Nedeva

February 15th, 2018|Comments Off on Episode 32 – Getting Out of Debt with Maria Nedeva

This episode of The Financial Wellbeing Podcast looks at the tricky subject of debt. Chris has a chat with University of Manchester Professor Maria Nedeva, who overcame her own debts in an unusual and uncompromising fashion. Maria now shares her own experiences to help others learn how to pay loans back quickly. As always Chris will be joined by David and Producer Tommo who will be sharing his latest Tight Ass Tommo Tip.

Episode 31 – Dealing with Financial Shocks

January 25th, 2018|Comments Off on Episode 31 – Dealing with Financial Shocks

In this episode we finally take a look at one of the five basic principles of Financial Wellbeing - dealing with financial shocks. Join Chris, David and producer Tommo as they discuss how the ability to deal with financial shock creates wellbeing and the various financial shocks we may face in life. With practical ideas and some great tips from #tightasstommo this is a podcast not to miss.

Episode 30: Young Money with Iona Bain

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In this episode Chris has a chat with the founder of the Young Money Blog, Iona Bain.  They discuss financial education, challenges younger people face and the importance of establishing saving habits. They also take a look at the pressures on young people from social media and society based expectations, such as keeping up with others and the work/life balance.

  • Hafdis Hauld, Financial Wellbeing, Money Emotions

Episode 29 – A Cracker of a Podcast with Hafdis Huld

December 28th, 2017|Comments Off on Episode 29 – A Cracker of a Podcast with Hafdis Huld

Put your feet up and nibble some left over Christmas chocolate whilst relaxing with the Financial Wellbeing Podcast. Join Chris, David and Producer Tommo in this festive Christmas special. We have lighthearted games, music, Christmas crackers and a special interview with Icelandic singer/songwriter Hafdis Huld.

  • defined benefit transfer, pension, final salary scheme transfer

Episode 28 – DB or Not DB That is the Question

December 14th, 2017|Comments Off on Episode 28 – DB or Not DB That is the Question

This podcast is all about the "fascinating" subject of transfers from Defined Benefit (aka Final Salary) Pension Schemes. Perhaps not usually the most riveting of subjects, however, in all seriousness it's a hot topic at the moment with plenty of pitfalls and a big issue for those with this type of pension. Even if you don't have one of these pensions we recommend you listen to hear about what good practice should look like when it comes to financial advice. Join Chris, David and Producer Tommo as they go through the pros, cons and things to look out for with transfers from DB Schemes.

  • The Antidote, Wellbeing, Oliver Burkeman

Episode 27: The Power of Negativity with Oliver Burkeman

November 30th, 2017|Comments Off on Episode 27: The Power of Negativity with Oliver Burkeman

Join Chris, David and Producer Tommo in this much anticipated podcast! They talk to Guardian journalist and author of Chris' favorite non fiction book The Antidote, Oliver Burkeman. Oliver talks about the alternatives to motivational seminars and the power of negative thinking.

  • Attitudes to investment risk

Episode 26: Risky Business

November 3rd, 2017|Comments Off on Episode 26: Risky Business

In this podcast we take a look at the often misunderstood area in personal finance - attitude to risk. Join Chris, David and Producer Tommo as they discuss the problems with traditional risk assessment tools and an over reliance on the results they produce. They also offer some practical tips to takeaway - from the best practice to expect from a financial adviser to understanding your own attitude to your money and risk. As ever we have some #tightasstommo tips, any tips you have for a future episode let us know on twitter through @finwellbeing.

  • Greg Davies Interview

Episode 25: Behavioural Economics with Greg Davies

October 19th, 2017|Comments Off on Episode 25: Behavioural Economics with Greg Davies

In this episode Chris, David and Producer Tommo are joined by behavioural economist Greg Davies who talks about how our emotions effect our decision making process and how we can become more comfortable when making financial choices. We have Tight Ass Tommo's #tipoftheweek along with money saving tips from our podcast listeners.

  • Financial Fraud, personal responsibility

Episode 24: Personal Responsibility Against Financial Fraud

September 22nd, 2017|Comments Off on Episode 24: Personal Responsibility Against Financial Fraud

Join Chris, David and Producer Tommo as they discuss the common types of financial fraud and how you can spot them to avoid being scammed.  

  • Financial Capability, money and behaviour, making money decisions

Episode 23: Engaging With Your Money with Simon Read

September 8th, 2017|Comments Off on Episode 23: Engaging With Your Money with Simon Read

Join Chris, David & Tommo as they talk with personal finance journalist Simon Read from Moneywise.co.uk and Right On The Money about engaging with your money - from saving odd pennies for a bigger treat to swapping energy suppliers to save pounds and lots in between.We also have some great tips from #tightasstommo for you to enjoy!

  • What does a financial plan look like, steps to take making a financial plan

Episode 22: What Does a Financial Plan Look Like?

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In this episode join Chris and David as they round up previous podcasts and explain what a financial plan is. They then look at the main steps that should be taken to get the most out of your financial planning. We also enjoy some more tips from #tightasstommo.

  • Financial Capability, money and behaviour, making money decisions

Episode 21: Financial Capability with Neil Bage

July 21st, 2017|Comments Off on Episode 21: Financial Capability with Neil Bage

Episode 21: Financial Capability with Neil Bage As always Chris is also joined by David, where they talk what they have been up to since the last episode, and discuss a new feature with Tip [...]

  • Inflation Basket, Inflation

Episode 20: The Inflation Basket – Where Fish Fingers Meet CDs

June 29th, 2017|Comments Off on Episode 20: The Inflation Basket – Where Fish Fingers Meet CDs

Inflation can have a big impact on your financial plans, but what is it and how has it changed over the years?

  • Financial Wellbeing Podcast

Episode 19: “Financial Entertainment” with Carl Richards

June 6th, 2017|Comments Off on Episode 19: “Financial Entertainment” with Carl Richards

In this episode, join Chris and David as they discuss the differences between investing and speculating, as well as how we can be guilty of “confirmation bias” and how this impacts our decisions.

  • hot to get financial help, help with finances, free financial services

Episode 18: How to Get Help

May 12th, 2017|Comments Off on Episode 18: How to Get Help

The Financial Wellbeing Podcast and Book is aimed at helping people to create their own financial plan, but where else can you get help with your finances?

  • Emotions Towards Money, Financial Coaching, Self-Limiting Beliefs

Episode 17: Money Emotions with Simonne Gnessen

April 25th, 2017|Comments Off on Episode 17: Money Emotions with Simonne Gnessen

Our relationship with and our emotions towards money have a big impact. Whether that be our stress levels, how we live our lives and the options that are available to us. This is an area we delved in to in Episode 10 “Financial Options in Life” and is discussed further in this episode with our guest Simonne Gnessen.

Episode 16: Take the First Step

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Every long journey starts with a small step but in what direction? This can be a daunting thought. How about breaking this down and making the direction you want to head in easier to work out and understand.

Episode 15: Redefining “Goals” With Carl Richards

March 9th, 2017|Comments Off on Episode 15: Redefining “Goals” With Carl Richards

In this episode, join Chris, David and Tommo as they discuss objectives. A crucial stage of Financial Wellbeing is "A Clear Path To Identifiable Objectives.", in Episode 4 we zoomed in on "A Clear Path", and in this episode we zoom in on "Identifiable Objectives.".

Episode 14: Busting Myths

February 21st, 2017|Comments Off on Episode 14: Busting Myths

We're here to challenge some standard ideas about money. In this episode, Chris and David are joined by Producer and Chartered Financial Planner Tom Morris. Adding to the (already palpable) excitement, this episode was recorded on the due date of Tom's first child. At 06:45, he receives a call from his wife...

  • Penny Brohn

Episode 13: Philanthropy – Behind The Scenes

February 3rd, 2017|Comments Off on Episode 13: Philanthropy – Behind The Scenes

In our last episode, we looked at some of the principles behind Philanthropy. Today, we delve further into the world of giving by examining how Charities apply these principles practically. We are joined by two respective experts: Edward Thomas of Oxfam and Julian Withers of Jessie May.

Episode 12: Philanthropy

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In Episode 4 & 5 we talked about how to work out our “Disposable Income” and ways in which we could spend it to enhance our wellbeing. One of the ways we can spend our money to make us happier is by giving it to causes that our close to our heart or people who are in more need of it than ourselves.

Episode 11: Community Wellbeing with George Ferguson

December 21st, 2016|Comments Off on Episode 11: Community Wellbeing with George Ferguson

Community Wellbeing is one of the Five Elements of Wellbeing which, according to research conducted by Gallup, makes up our overall Wellbeing. We sat down with former Mayor of Bristol George Ferguson to have a chat about Community Wellbeing and how it relates to happiness. As always, we share the Industry Insights tweeted to us @FinWellbeing, giving you tips and advice from Financial Services Professionals. Chris' talk with George, who in 2012 became Bristol's first democratically elected Mayor, starts at 8:15 into the Podcast. The meeting was held in George's flat above the Tobacco Factory, a creative hub which he hopes will inspire more of its kind across the city, making Bristol a more polycentric place.

Episode 10: Financial Options In Life

November 14th, 2016|Comments Off on Episode 10: Financial Options In Life

"Nothing outside of your own mind can be truly said to be positive or negative." Financial Options is one of the five strands of Financial Wellbeing. One way to increase Financial Options in life is to simply have more money, but in this Podcast Chris and David explain what to do when having more money isn't an option for you.

Episode 9: Modcast Pt. 2

October 27th, 2016|Comments Off on Episode 9: Modcast Pt. 2

Ever wondered why mods ride Vespas and Lambrettas? Wonder no more... In this episode, we're joined again by Ian 'Mod' Moore for the second half of his enlightening interview about money, happiness and mod culture. Ian discusses mod attitude toward fashion, finance and tolerance. You'll learn Einstein's no. 1 money-tip, the secret to super-effective piggybanks and much, much more.

Episode 8: Modcast Pt. 1

October 14th, 2016|Comments Off on Episode 8: Modcast Pt. 1

Ian 'Mod' Moore is a comedian, author and mod (believe it or not) currently living in France. In this first episode of two, he and Chris discuss how his decision to move to France has affected his relationship with money, and developed his own Wellbeing.

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