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Our presenters sit down with our team of consumer experts to give you useful advice to help make life simpler, fairer and safer for everyone. Which? Money is your home for money news and personal finance hacks. Which? Shorts is your home of narrated pieces from our suite of magazines. And stay tuned for other shows full of advice.
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Episodes
The apps you really need on your phone 15.04.2025 9:00
On this week's episode of Which? Shorts, we've brought together the collective wisdom of Which? researchers and editors to create a shortlist of apps we think you can't live without. Read more about the apps we recommend & sign up for our Tech newsletter, it's free monthly Become a Which? member for 50% off the usual price
How to beat yet another energy price cap rise 10.04.2025 28:24
It’s April again, which means another year of your bills going up in price. And your energy bills are no exception. In this episode, Lucia Ariano is joined by Which? energy expert James Aitchison and NerdWallet UK’s Managing Editor, Adam French to discuss what the energy price cap means for you, how you could lower your monthly bills, and energy saving changes you can make to your home. Read our r...
How much money should you tip your waiter? 08.04.2025 8:39
On this week's episode of Which? Shorts, we're shining a light on tipping culture in the UK. If you do give your waiter a tip, do you know if they get to keep it? And if you don't tip, could you say thanks in a different way? Read more about where your money actually goes & sign up to our free weekly Money newsletter Become a Which? member for 50% off the usual price
Why your council tax bill is rising so high + tips on how to reduce it 03.04.2025 32:57
In England, council tax bills have just risen by an average of 5%. In Scotland and Wales, it’s likely to have increased even more. In this episode, Lucia Ariano is joined by Which? finance expert Matthew Jenkin, and Marcus Johns, senior research fellow at the Institute For Public Policy Research to discuss why bills have risen so much, and explain your options if you’re looking at reducing your co...
Have you bought a dangerous product without realising? 01.04.2025 11:28
On this week's episode of Which? Shorts, we're revealing the dangers around shopping for goods on online marketplaces, plus explaining the steps you should take to keep yourself safe. Read more about our investigations & sign up for our Tech newsletter, it's free monthly . Become a Which? member for 50% off the usual price
Why you could be forced to buy a new laptop 31.03.2025 14:04
Did you know that you could be forced into buying a new laptop this year? It's all because Microsoft is removing all security support for Windows 10 in October. In this podcast, exclusively available to our Which? members, we sit down with Which? Tech Editor Lisa Barber, and our resident laptops expert Oliver Trebilcock to find out what this means for you and what you can do if you're set to be im...
Are EVs actually bad for the environment? 28.03.2025 31:04
EVs are bad for the environment. Their batteries degrade too quickly. And there’s nowhere to charge them. Today, we debunk the biggest myths about electric vehicles. James Rowe is joined by Which? Cars Editor Will Stapley, and writers Michael Passingham and Dino Buratti to answer questions from Which? members to help give you a better idea about the reality of owning an electric vehicle. Find out...
How the Spring Statement will impact your finances 26.03.2025 29:23
The Chancellor Rachel Reeves took to her feet on Wednesday to update the country on the state of the economy. But how many of her announcements are going to impact your directly? In this episode, Lucia Ariano is joined by Which? finance expert Matthew Jenkin, and Susannah Streeter, Head of Money and Markets at Hargreaves Lansdown to analyse what the Chancellor's announcements could mean for the mo...
The best and worst supermarkets according to you 25.03.2025 9:28
On this week's episode of Which? Shorts, we've done a sweep of the shelves to find out which are the best and worst supermarkets - according to you. Read more about the best and worst supermarkets & & sign up to our free weekly Money newsletter . Become a Which? member for 50% off the usual price
Is your Isa allowance going to be cut by 80%? 20.03.2025 31:04
Isa season is upon us once more. But rumours have been swirling suggesting that your allowance could be cut from £20,000 per year, down to just £4,000. In this episode, Lucia Ariano is joined by Which? Money Editor Jenny Ross, and Sarah Coles, Head of Personal finance at Hargreaves Lansdown to discuss how you can best maximise your allowance, and what to consider when choosing a stocks and shares...
What happens when your electric car goes wrong? 18.03.2025 8:16
On this week's episode of Which? Shorts, we're revealing the results from our EV reliability data. We examine the most common faults, problems you might face when it comes to repairs, and how much they might cost. Find out the truth about electric car battery degradation & sign up for our Cars newsletter, it's free monthly . Click here if you need to use our free complaints tool . Become a Whi...
How to make your food shop go further 13.03.2025 29:05
Food prices are on the up… again. So what can you do to beat the supermarkets, minimise waste and keep your costs down? In this episode, Lucia Ariano is joined by Which? Supermarkets expert Ellie Simmonds who reveals the results of our monthly cheapest supermarkets survey, plus Kate Hall, otherwise known as The Full Freezer shares her tips on how to make your food go further. Read our reviews of t...
Are you taking the wrong painkillers? 11.03.2025 9:08
On this week's episode of Which? Shorts, we're looking at whether or not you're taking the right medicine for the job. We tell you how to get the most out of pain relief and when you should actually pay a bit more. Find out what are the best painkillers & sign up for our Food & Health newsletter, it's free monthly Become a Which? member for 50% off the usual price
How to make sure your pension is retirement ready 06.03.2025 32:22
New data suggests that more than two thirds of Generation X - those aged between 45 and 60 - are not on track to have enough money for retirement. In this episode Which? Money pensions expert Paul Davies and Director of Public Policy at AJ Bell, Tom Selby, discuss how much we need to put into our pensions each month, the importance of monitoring our pots, and how government contributions and tax r...
How to use cloud storage to secure your data 04.03.2025 9:21
In this week's episode of Which? Shorts, we're investigating the key differences between the major cloud service providers, and reveal whether you really can trust them with your personal data. Read more on how to choose the best cloud storage service & sign up for our Tech newsletter, it's free monthly Listen to our podcast about Which? taking Apple to court Join Which? Tech now Become a Whic...
Smart ways to save 02.03.2025 10:49
In our final episode, we take a look at the many ways you can use apps to help you save money as you spend. Find out more, read The best budgeting apps of 2025 and sign up to our free monthly Money newsletter .
The ‘free money’ hack you can do today 27.02.2025 35:26
Getting into the nitty gritty of switching banks, we explore the switching offers available now, how the switching process works, and consider whether you might actually be better off sticking with your current provider. In this episode, Which? Money expert Grace Witherden and finance content creator Gabriel Nussbaum - AKA That Money Guy - discuss the pros and cons of switching, when you should co...
Why you need to act now to stop your stamp duty bill from doubling 20.02.2025 27:40
Following the Bank of England base rate dropping to 4.5% earlier this month, and with an impending stamp duty change, we’re at a key point in time for anyone buying, selling, or remortgaging a property. In this episode Which? mortgage expert Stephen Maunder and David Hollingworth, Associate Director of L&C Mortgages, discuss how these changes will impact the market this year. Read more about t...
How to avoid mobile banking scammers 16.02.2025 12:14
In this episode, we take a look at the most common banking security threats and what you can do to protect yourself from scammers preying on your information. Find out more, read How safe is online banking and sign up to our free monthly Money newsletter & our free Scam alert newsletter
Why you should open a joint bank account 13.02.2025 35:54
To coincide with Valentine’s Day, we’re exploring joint accounts, spotting the signs of romance fraud, and finding the best Valentine’s deals for you. In this episode Which? Money Expert Grace Witherden and Amy Knight, personal finance expert at NerdWallet UK, reveal the best joint accounts available, the pros and cons of sharing money, and alternative ways to pay bills together. Plus, Author Beck...
Should you be worried about inheritance tax? 06.02.2025 33:17
Inheritance tax - it’s something that’s become a hot topic in recent months, following the government’s proposals to make some changes to how it works, which will lead to more people facing a bill. It’s often an emotive subject, but is also a complex one, with lots of rules that determine how and when inheritance tax is charged. In this episode Which? Money Editor Jenny Ross and Director of Public...
Why accessing your pension is complex and stressful 02.02.2025 10:16
This week we're looking at the impact of the government's 'freedom and choice' rules a decade on and the options available to access your pension now. Find out more, read Annuities vs pension drawdown: which option is right for you? and sign up to our free monthly Money newsletter .
Which credit card is actually right for you? 30.01.2025 30:35
Credit cards - used wrong and they can be a nightmare, but used right, they can be a great tool, whether that’s the cheapest way to borrow, helping you get out of debt, or making the most of rewards. There are hundreds out there on the market with varying rewards, interest rates and functions. In this episode, Which? Money Expert Grace Witherden and Amy Knight, personal finance expert at NerdWalle...
Which? Cars: what we learned writing the 2025 Which? Car Guide 28.01.2025 11:20
Last week we released the Which? Cars podcast, where we sat down with our motoring experts to find out what they learned writing the 2025 Which? Car Guide. From revealing the data that shows new cars are spending more time off the road than old ones, to demystify the world of car finance, we've got you covered. We also answer some of your burning questions. Today, you can hear a teaser of what we...
How to get the most out of financial advice 23.01.2025 30:15
Recent data shows that just 8% of us have actually received professional financial advice, while the number of financial advisors willing to work with smaller portfolios is falling. With that in mind, Money expert Megan Thomas and Chris Justham, Managing Director of Intermediary Solutions at financial advisors 7iM demystify the world of financial advice and explore whether or not AI could help bri...
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