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Learn how to build wealth - investing, pensions, the psychology of money - even things like how to get a payrise. Hosted by the UK’s top personal finance YouTuber Damien Jordan and his best mate Timeyin Akerele, this is the financial education we wish we’d had. Our focus is on the big stuff, teaching the strategies and mindset shifts that can have a significant impact on your financial life. Conta... more

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Former Premier League footballer Clarke Carlisle has spoken openly about his struggles with mental health, including five suicide attempts, but rarely about the role money played throughout his life. In this episode, Clarke reveals how money became t... more

Most investors are scared about the same thing: what if I invest and the market crashes tomorrow? Ben Carlson is author of the popular investing blog A Wealth of Common Sense and Director of Institutional Asset Management at Ritholtz Wealth Managemen... more

*This episode was originally published in July 2024 - some facts and figures may have changed*

We can’t talk enough about the pensions crisis. Most people aren’t saving enough for the life they are going to want and something has to be done about it... more

How should you invest in retirement? Are annuities actually a good idea again? What if you’ve only got 5 years to get to your goal? We put your biggest money questions to friend of the podcast and financial adviser Lisa Conway-Hughes.

You can learn ... more

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Recent Guests

Ben Carlson
Author of A Wealth of Common Sense and Director of Institutional Asset Management at Ritholtz Wealth Management
Ritholtz Wealth Management
Episode: Investors Are Nervous, Should They Be?
Lisa Conway-Hughes
Financial advisor; favorite guest expert on retirement and investments
Episode: What "Enough" Actually Means – and How to Know if You've Got It
Neil Invests
Finance content creator and investor
Self-employed / YouTube
Episode: I Started Investing 6 Years Ago - Now I Can Retire At 50
Ian Dunt
Political journalist
Episode: Can Anything Fix The UK's Broken System?
Cahal Moran
Economist and creator of Unlearning Economics
Unlearning Economics
Episode: Economist: The Government Saved £200m and Created a £1bn Problem
Andrew Clare
Author/academic discussing pension paper and research on perfect contribution/withdrawal rates
Bank of England (former) / Author of the paper
Episode: New Investors Should Hope for a Terrible Stock Market
Partner (Dave)
Megan's partner, collaborated on paying down debt
Private individual (guest)
Episode: We Had £40,000 of Debt and Nobody Knew
Neil Kenward
Director at Ofgem, UK energy regulator
Ofgem
Episode: Why is UK Electricity So Expensive Compared to Other Countries?
Chris Budd
Former financial planner and guest commentator
Episode: My Dad Went Bankrupt, It Changed How I Think About Money

Hosts

Damien Jordan
Host of the show and UK personal finance educator with a focus on wealth-building and practical money strategies
Timeyin Akerele
Co-host of the show and finance educator with a focus on approachable money conversations

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • I don't think that Mr. Dunt has anything useful to say.

    His understanding of the energy system is woeful and his ideas on electoral reform are no better.

    I love your other content.

    Podcast Addict
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    Colin 61
    2 months ago
  • Love the podcast but…

    Please introduce guests, there have been a few episodes where it seems like the first few min is just a teaser for the episode but confusingly it’s actually the episode without any context for who the guest is, then we have to try and peace together context through the episode

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    somepigeon
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Financial faves 🩷

    Shows are getting better and better and loving the variety of guests! Really down to earth and insightful for those of us finding our financial way. Plus episodes with Pete Matthews! Financial hero’s together 🩷

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jackapotato
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • What nonsense

    Listened to one episode, what drivel.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Antony D
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Remainer guests touting 10 year old arguments is so boring

    Try and remember over half your listeners voted Leave - your most recent guest touting her book was boring. Republicans buy sneakers gents, don’t trash the podcast by being in your bubble now.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Podcastlistener9
    United Kingdom7 months ago

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Some episodes feel political in nature; fans prefer more focus on personal finance tips.
Listeners appreciate practical financial guidance and relatable language.
Engaging hosts and accessible explanations make complex topics easier to grasp.
High-quality guest mix and real-world stories drive strong engagement.
Insightful and down-to-earth, with a great range of guests.

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⁠I Was 100% in a Global Index Fund Until I Realised This
Q: How did you calculate the target number for retirement?
The guest describes starting with the income needed to sustain the desired lifestyle, then testing withdrawal rates (including the 4% rule) and running Monte Carlo simulations to gauge how long the portfolio could last under variability, while also considering human capital and PensionCraft income as a buffer.
New Investors Should Hope for a Terrible Stock Market
Q: In the paper, what is the simplest way to explain the perfect contribution rate and perfect withdrawal rate to a general audience?
Contributing is the amount you put into your pension every year to reach a target, while withdrawal is how much you take out in retirement to last a lifetime; the study uses long historical data to estimate what those ideal rates would have been at different times.
We Had £40,000 of Debt and Nobody Knew
Q: What role did side income play in paying off the debt?
Side incomes from freelance work, TikTok creator rewards, and other gigs provided extra cash that they redirected to debt repayment, shortening the payoff period.
We Had £40,000 of Debt and Nobody Knew
Q: How did you structure the repayment, and what tools did you use?
They used a detailed Excel/Google Sheets budget to list every debt, track monthly income and expenses, and allocate a fixed monthly amount to debt, supplemented by cost-cutting and side income efforts.
We Had £40,000 of Debt and Nobody Knew
Q: What was the exact moment you decided enough was enough and you had to fix this?
The decision clicked during a May 2024 shopping trip when Megan realized the debt level could push them over the edge; they agreed to confront the situation together and start a structured payoff plan.

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A practical, down-to-earth look at personal finance, investing, pensions, and money psychology with hosts who explain big financial ideas in plain language and mix in real-world tips. Episodes frequently explore retirement planning, investing strategies (including index funds and asset allocation), debt payoff, budgeting, energy pricing, and regulatory or policy context that affects everyday money decisions. Notable is the penchant for bringing in expert guests—from pension specialists to regulators and investors—alongside candid personal stories that illustrate money challenges and behavioral shifts. The show tends to balance theory with actionable steps, aiming to help listeners build wealth and feel more in control of their financial fut... more

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2. Lisa Conway-Hughes
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4. Ian Dunt
5. Cahal Moran
6. Andrew Clare
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8. Neil Kenward

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