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Edmund Greaves and Chris Tuite consider the rise of DeepSeek, the AI technology challenging stock prices of US tech giants such as Nvidia and OpenAI, and what it means for global investment markets. They also break down UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves’s economic growth plans and the challenges facing the Labour Government — from infrastructure investment to bank branch closures—and the balance needed...

Edmund Greaves and Chris Tuite are joined by Jeni Browne to discuss the year ahead and the unpredictable rates impacting capital markets. They share personal remortgaging experiences and practical advice for borrowers, including tips on two-year and five-year fixed rates and insights into the future of interest rates. This podcast is for information purposes only and should not be construed as adv...

Edmund Greaves and Chris Tuite unpack the findings of MRM’s  Young Money Report 2025 , shedding light on how 18 to 30-year-olds are navigating their financial futures. They discuss the surprising optimism among young people, the growing influence of social media on money decisions, and the risks posed by scams. Insights from the report highlight a clear call for financial institutions to better en...

Edmund Greaves and Chris Tuite tackle the tough realities of divorce with Atomos's Helen Howcroft, breaking down the emotional and financial hurdles that come with ending a marriage. From the significance of ‘Divorce Day’ to busting myths about financial entitlements, they uncover what really happens behind the scenes. Helen shares her professional experiences on navigating the key stages of divor...

Edmund Greaves and Chris Tuite tackle the challenges of retirement planning with Andrew Tully from Nucleus. They discuss starting early, the power of compounding, and bridging the pension advice gap. Insights from Nucleus’s confidence index highlight rising public concerns about retirement savings. Plus they talk about the role of financial influencers, skepticism about state pensions, and the nee...

How worried are you about your pension? Edmund Greaves and Chris Tuite explore the tricky world of retirement saving with guest Paul Budgen, co-founder of My Time Pension. They chat about why pensions can feel so stressful and confusing, and how understanding them doesn’t have to be as scary as it seems. From figuring out what those pension projections really mean to breaking down charges and why...

Hosts Edmund Greaves and Chris Tuite get into the holiday spirit with guest Cem Eyi, co-founder of Beanstalk, an app helping UK families save for their kids’ futures. They unwrap the magic of children’s savings, from the legacy of the Child Trust Fund to the power of Junior ISAs, while also spilling the beans on holiday spending habits across the UK. But it’s not all mince pies and mistletoe—they...

Host Edmund Greaves chats with Mike Ambery, Retirement Savings Director at Standard Life, about the challenges Generation X faces with pensions and retirement savings. Drawing on findings from Standard Life’s latest report, they discuss the pensions savings gap, the role of state pensions and property, and share practical tips to help Gen X boost their retirement prospects. SHOW NOTES: https://www...

Hosts Edmund Greaves and Chris Tuite venture into the glittering world of lottery wins, celebrating the 30th anniversary of the National Lottery. With the help of financial expert Duncan Horner from Amber River Premier, they tackle the dreams and dilemmas that come with sudden, life-changing wealth. From the emotional whirlwind winners experience to the practical steps needed to turn millions into...

Edmund Greaves and Chris Tuite chat about the launch of Afin Bank, a challenger bank designed to support the African diaspora in the UK. Alan Davison, Afin Bank’s Chief Commercial Officer, joins the podcast to explain the bank’s mission to help underserved communities, particularly in getting access to mortgages and other financial services. They explore the unique challenges African immigrants fa...

This week hosts Edmund Greaves and Chris Tuite tackle the financial whirlwind stirred up by Donald Trump’s victory. Is it a golden opportunity for investors, or a recipe for runaway inflation? With insights from Saxo Bank’s Althea Spinozzi, they break down what it could mean for your wallet—from the Bank of England’s next moves to the impact on global markets. They also discuss whether Bitcoin and...

Budget 20204 Hot Takes: Edmund Greaves and Chris Tuite , are joined by Victor Sacks , owner and IFA at VS Associates and Marlene Outrim , Managing Director and Certified Financial Planner at Uniq Family Wealth immediately after Chancellor Rachel Reeves finished her first Budget to give their live hot takes on what it means for our finances.

Mouthy money editor Edmund Greaves is joined live by Chris Tuite, Head of consumer finance at communications consultancy MRM, to comment along and play Budget Bingo while Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers her first Budget to Parliament.

This week, Edmund Greaves and Chris team up to tackle some of the hottest topics in personal finance. They chat about the upcoming budget, break down how the media shapes our views, and discuss the tricky decisions the government has to make. The duo also takes a close look at state pension reforms, inheritance tax simplification, and share personal finance tips to keep you ahead. Chris opens up a...

This week, host Edmund Greaves is joined by colleague Francesca Giacomin to dive into the biggest money stories of the week. From Rachel Reeves's retreat from a controversial pension tax raids to new rules aimed at protecting you from sneaky text and email scammers, Ed and Francesca share their personal stories dealing with scammers and why these changes could make a big difference for consumers....

  The luxury cruise liner Odyssey remains anchored off Northern Ireland after months of delays, turning a planned three-year adventure for pensioners into a maritime soap opera. In this week's podcast, Edmund Greaves and Chris Tuite discuss whether it's a smart investment or if the passengers' retirement savings are just drifting away. They also tackle the controversial subject of tipping—are Brit...

Edmund Greaves welcomes back co-host Chris Tuite from paternity leave to look at two the big Government reforms being forgotten as attention focuses on the upcoming Budget. While everyone’s talking about taxes, Edmund and Chris focus on coming renters' and workers' rights reforms. Plus, Chris and Ed debate Junior ISAs or pensions for your kids? Show notes Cities: Skylines II  Found a Solut...

Edmund Greaves chats with Octo Members' Debbie Greenfield about how Starlink, Elon Musk’s satellite internet, transformed her slow, frustrating Wi-Fi into a fast, reliable connection. Debbie shares her experience and how it turned things around for her life and work. For more about: Starlink: Starlink Octo Members: Octo (octomembers.com) Follow us on: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Mouthy Money (@mouthymoney)...

Edmund Greaves catches up with Paul Thomas, MRM's head of news and content, as the two new dads dive into the costs of childcare. They swap stories about the challenges of navigating this ever-growing expense and even compare how things stack up between Wales and England. Plus they tackle the impact of cuts to the winter fuel allowance on pensioners and discuss the news of a £460 increase in t...

Mutuals have been around for more than 100 years. Could the unusual structure of such companies be a potential future solution to better financial companies? Edmund Greaves is joined by Stephen McGee, chief executive of Scottish Friendly, to find out more about mutuals and their place in finance in 2024. For more info about Scottish Friendly: ⁠Scottish Friendly | ISAs, Insurance, Savings & Inv...

Oasis reunion tickets, winning the lottery and childcare chaos Chris regales Ed with tales of seeing Oasis at their peak, and how much a ticket will cost for the reunion, and whether this and a Labour Government means Cool Britannia is back. Plus both consider what they’d do with a £100 million lottery win and appeal for a financial advisor to help them make the most of their (currently) fictional...

Vulnerability is a major issue in financial services. So how can vulnerable people, and the firms that have to help them, get better organised for the issue? Edmund Greaves is joined by Helen Lord, chief executive of the Vulnerability Registration Service to discuss her work and experiences dealing with vulnerability and finance. For more info about the Vulnerability Registration Service: vulnerab...

Chris and Ed look at what's been happening in markets, and if it matters to normal people. Plus, they both admit to their expensive hobbies, and complain about the railways. DISCLAIMER: All investment carries risk. Information is provided for guidance purposes only. If in doubt, seek financial advice. Follow us on: Instagram: Mouthy Money (@mouthymoney) • Instagram photos and videos LinkedIn:...

Ed and Chris talk big social media money trends including loud budgeting, cash stuffing and doom spending. The guys also look at this week's big money story, the interest rate decision from the Bank of England. Both give their potential predictions on what could happen. Show notes Laura Whateley's article on money lingo https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/article/2024/jul/26/new-langu...

For a special in-studio edition of the Mouthy Money podcast, host Edmund Greaves is joined by James Daley, founder of ratings and consumer group Fairer Finance, and Wealthtime's Robert Vaudry, to take a deep dive into the world of financial jargon, retirement language and regulatory change coming for financial firms who don't explain their products in simpler terms.