Cash Chats UK Money & Personal Finance podcast
Episodes
400 | Stop phone thieves stealing your savings
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's special podcast - Amelia is talking to Andrew Merritt, who was the victim of a shoulder surfing criminal who stole his smartphone and £...
399 | Your Money this Week - Euro final cost, Prime Day: is it worth it? Water bills hike & more
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy is talking to Deputy Editor Amelia Murray about the stories from the last week that most affect your money, incl...
398 | Direct debits, top 10 holiday hacks, what is cashback? And deals of the week
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy's talking about: Direct debits Top 10 holiday hacks Listener question on cashback Andy's deals of the week For...
397 | Hidden hotel charges, the best packaged bank accounts and deals of the week
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy and Amelia are talking about: Hidden hotel charges: avoid getting stung on holiday Packaged bank accounts - are...
396 | Your Money this Week - Shoulder surfer crime, Amazon get sneaky, pocket money & more
28 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Deputy Editor, Amelia Murray is talking to special guest, Martyn James, about the stories from the last week that mo...
395 | Election time: what party promises most for your money?
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this weeks podcast - with the July 4th General Election rapidly approaching, Andy and Amelia have gone through the Tory, Labour and Lib Dem manifes...
394 | Your Money this Week - UK base rate update, inflation is on target, Revolut adds Avios & more
21 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy is talking to Deputy Editor Amelia Murray about the stories from the last week that most affect your money, incl...
393 | Dodge the cost of premium phone numbers, cheap and easy direct debits and deals of the week
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy's talking about: How to avoid the expensive premium phone numbers Cheap and easy direct debits for bank offers ...
392 | Your Money this Week - Revolut fraud warning, super ATMs, free returns & more
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy is talking to Deputy Editor Amelia Murray about the stories from the last week that most affect your money, incl...
391 | Community Q&A special & deals of the week
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Amelia's hosting a community Q&A special, talking about: Lifetime ISAs Vs Pension contribution The best child save...
390 | Your Money this Week - Coffee subscriptions, Asda fuel price hikes, Plusnet mobile & more
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week our Deputy Editor, Amelia Murray is joined by special guest and consumer expert Vix Leyton. They're talking about the big news stories from ...
389 | Cheapest voter ID, reward account spending hacks, bank switching Q&A and deals of the week
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy and Amelia are talking about: Reward account spending hacks Cheapest voter ID Bank switching community Q&A Andy...
388 | Your Money this Week - Rip off recipe boxes, broadband hikes & EE refunds, Poundland meal deal & more
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy is talking to Deputy Editor Amelia Murray about the stories from the last week that most affect your money, incl...
387 | 3x bank switching offers, UK energy price cap cut, community Q&A & deals of the week
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy and Amelia are talking about: The UK energy price cap cut Three great bank switching offers Community Q&A Andy'...
386 | Your Money this Week - 3 years of high inflation, crash for cash scams, BT landlines, child benefits & more
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy is talking to Deputy Editor Amelia Murray about the stories from the last week that most affect your money, incl...
385 | Save on streaming, Best cards to use abroad, community question & more
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy and Amelia are talking about: 10 hacks to help you save money on your streaming services The best cards to use ...
384 | Your Money this Week - New cheaper Spotify, fake online sellers, ultra long mortgages & more
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy is talking to Deputy Editor Amelia Murray about the stories from the last week that most affect your money, incl...
383 | Could you win big with premium bonds? The UK base rate, British Bank awards & more
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy's talking about: 1 year, 3 savers, £50K premium bonds - who wins? The British Bank awards winners UK base rate...
382 | Virgin Money bank switch, BA Amex news & offer, Santander Edge hack & more
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy's talking about: Virgin Money bank switch offer: 10% interest + £35 extra Big changes to the BA Amex card and ...
381 | Your Money this Week - Netflix axes Basic Plan, £5 coffees & £145 gigs, Savings inertia & more
03 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy is talking to Deputy Editor Amelia Murray about the stories from the last week that most affect your money, incl...
380 | Monzo revamp paid tiers, holiday cash tips, Trading 212 cashback card & more
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy's talking about: Monzo have revamped their paid for banking tiers Get the best rates for your holiday cash Is t...
379 | Your Money this Week - Mortgage rates, ISA rules, stamp duty, NOW TV & more
26 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy is talking to our new Deputy Editor Amelia Murray about the stories from the last week that most affect your mon...
378 | The best cash ISAs, the top reward current accounts, theatre ticket hacks & more
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy's talking about: The best limited and easy access cash ISAs The top reward current accounts Theatre ticket deal...
377 | Your Money this Week - UK Inflation drops to 3.2%, fake stamps, BT & EE price rises & more
19 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy is talking to our new Deputy Editor Amelia Murray about the stories from the last week that most affect your mon...
376 | 10 credit card hacks, best and worst train booking sites & apps, beat the Spotify price hike & more
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy's talking about: 10 credit card hacks The best train ticket apps and sites, plus which to avoid Best the latest...
375 | Your Money this Week - Child benefits increase, Disney+ sharing, Hotels.com & more
12 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy is talking to our new Deputy Editor Amelia Murray about the stories from the last week that most affect your mon...
374 | Do you need an ISA in 2024/2025, National Insurance cut, TopCashback Vs Quidco & more
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy's talking about: Do you need an ISA in 2024/25 National insurance cut: will you be better off? TopCashback vs Q...
373 | Your Money this Week - Dynamic pricing, HMRC u-turn, living wage & more
05 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy is talking to our new Deputy Editor Amelia Murray about the stories from the last week that most affect your mon...
372 | New ISA rules, £175 First Direct bank switch, Council tax rise & more
02 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy is talking about: Could you cut your council tax? How many ISAs could or should you have New £175 bank switc...
371 | ISA transfers explained, Santander cashback accounts, top tips for the end of the financial year & more
26 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy is talking about: ISA transfers explained What's the best Santander cashback account for new and existing custo...
370 | When will the base rate be cut? Plus the best cash ISAs
22 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy is talking about what the latest Bank of England base rate announcement means for your money and his picks of th...
369 | £185 bank switch deal, Experian credit reports, TV licence fee increase, clear credit card debts & more
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy is talking about: Santander switching deal Urgent action on your Experian credit report The TV licence fee incr...
368 | ISA allowances, broadband & mobile price hikes, dividend and capital gains allowance changes & more
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy is talking about: Broadband and mobile price hikes Changes to dividend and capital gains ISA allowances in 2024...
367 | What the Budget means for you
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this bonus episode of the pod Andy is talking about the latest UK budget announcement For links and further reading head to becleverwithyourcash.c...
366 | Best savings accounts rates, Chase bank 1% cashback extended and how to hack it, a listeners question & more
05 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy is talking about: Best savings accounts rates update Chase bank extend 1% cashback rate Listeners question Andy...
365 | Your money, this month - State Pension to 71? Budget predictions, goodbye Body Shop, council tax hikes & more
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy is talking to Amelia Murray about the stories from the last four weeks that most affect your money, including: ...
364 | UK energy cap, bank switching vs credit report, auto saving hacks and apps, birthday freebies & more
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, Andy will be talking about: The latest UK energy price cap How bank switching can affect your credit report Hacks and apps ...
363 | Andy's top 10 money saving hacks (10 years of Be Clever With Your Cash)
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this 10th anniversary episode of the pod Andy is talking about: His top 10 money saving hacks from the last 10 years Listeners question Deals of t...
362 | Two new bank switch offers worth £175 and £200 (bonus ep)
16 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy is talking about: A £175 bank switch offer from Lloyds A £200 bank switch offer from Natwest For link...
361 | Beat Ring's price hike, secret savers in relationships, regular saver cuts & more
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy's talking about: How to beat Amazon Ring's price hike Should you be a secret saver? Rate cuts for regular saver...
360 (bonus ep) | Best savings accounts February 2024 update
09 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy is talking about savings accounts and which will pay you the best rate right now. For links and further reading ...
359 | Andy's Month in Money (home insurance, Amazon order errors, mobile contracts & more)
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy's talking about: The good and bad for your money that you shared in the FB group Home insurance frustration...
358 (bonus ep) | Interest rate and inflation predictions - Feb 2024 base rate announcement
02 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy is talking about the Feburary 2024 base rate announcement. For the fourth meeting in a row, the Bank of England ...
357 | The best dummy account for bank switching, credit card deals update, listeners question & deals of the week
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: What's the best dummy account for bank switching My latest credit card update for deals and promo...
356 | Your money, this month - National Insurance cuts, Budget predictions, bill hikes & more
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod Andy is talking to Oliver Smith about the stories from the last four weeks that most affect your money, including: N...
355 | What's in my wallet, best bank accounts for overdrafts, cutting bills & deals of the week
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: What's in my wallet both physical and digital The best bank accounts for an overdraft - cut that ...
354 | New bank switch, Premium Bonds cut and cinema memberships
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: How to get up to £225 from TSB via a bank switch offer Whether you should ditch Premium Bonds...
353 | Make £2,000 from your bank and spending in 2024
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: How to make money from bank switching and rewards How to earn cashback on spending How to get ...
352 | Money goals for 2024: debts, savings & more
02 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: Get on top of any debts you might have How to save more this year Andy's challange to up your mon...
351 | Base rate update, refund rights, missing parcels and unwanted gifts
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: What next for the base rate? What to do if your parcel is missing Your refund rights Should yo...
350 | Christmas special, delivery deadlines, streaming deals, best Barclaycard & more
12 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: Christmas post and delivery deadlin...
349 | My money this month, mobile data savings, Secret Santa, Ebay pricing and more
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: Hardly touching my data allowance limits Big data savings abroad Black Friday thoughts ...
348 | ISA changes, tax cuts, energy bill hike & free delivery hacks
28 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: January's National Insurance tax cut Changes to ISAs How much energy bills will rise Hacks to ...
347 | Why prices aren't going down, cashback on gift cards & direct debits for bank switching
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: What lower inflation rates actually mean for your spending and savings Stack your Black Friday de...
346 | Boss Black Friday, cashback card welcome offers & buying out of date food
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: How to prepare for Black Friday sales The best cashback credit card welcome offers Discount on...
345 | Too much money saving, interest rate predictions, #GiveOrGift & Barclays Bank switch
07 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: Talk Money Week Bank of England base rate update Shaking up Secret Santa Barclays Bank switch ...
344 | Are Avios flights really "free" and more - Andy's month in money October 2023
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: My month in money for October 2023, including Using my BA Companion Voucher Pre existing condi...
343 | Get well for less, Netflix & Disney+ price hikes, Money Dashboard alternatives
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: The cheapest places to get a flu jab Why you shouldn't buy big brand meds like Lempsip and Nur...
342 | Supermarket bonus hack, Amex "£450+" deal stack & energy price changes
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: Why I'm not a fan of supermarket Christmas saver schemes How to get cheeky bonus for the super...
341 | Checking credit scores, Barclays cashback & Christmas spending ghosts
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: How to check your credit report for free Why you need to think about Christmas spending now Ba...
340 | Month in Money (meal deal failures, prescription subscriptions & beating Disney+ price hike)
03 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: My and your money over the last two months Beating the Disney+ price hike Saving money on pres...
339 | Base rate frozen + Nationwide £200 switch deal & 8% saver
22 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: Why the Bank of England kept the base rate at 5.25% What it means for savings and mortgages Na...
338 | UK Savings Weeks special, including top interest rates & savings vs Cash ISA
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: UK Savings Week Ways to boost your savings Cash ISAs vs savings The different types of ISA The...
337 | Free pension cash, new Amazon Prime charge & petrol savings
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: How to get free money towards your pension How much Amazon Prime's new same delivery charge wi...
336 | 60,000 Avios credit card offer, BNPL use & how to return something without a receipt
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: How much it costs to run a fan or aircon unit Why people are using BNPL for essentials How to ...
335 | Energy bills to drop, Green Savings Bonds & ULEZ costs
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: How much your energy bills will drop in October Whether the improved Green Bonds are a good et...
334 | Earn 7% on savings, best ways to earn Nectar points & train strike refunds
22 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: A boosted interest rate on the Santander Edge Saver account Nectar axes "Connect" method to ea...
333 | Disney+ price hike, Premium Bonds boost & top student current accounts
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: How to beat the new Disney+ price changes Which student bank accounts have the largest 0% over...
332 | Easy access savings hit 5% & save up to £850 to watch Premier League team on TV
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: How to get a 5% rate on easy access savings Whether you should bother moving your money How to...
331 | Bonus ep: Base rate increased to 5.25%
04 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: Why the Bank of England increased the base rate of interest Whether it'll go up again and how ...
330 | My month in money (the one with the windowless room)
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: Your stories about the good and bad for your finances in July How I've spend and saved money i...
329 | Netflix & Spotify price hikes, inflation's impact on savings rates and new £225 Halifax bank switch
25 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: How to beat Spotify's new price hike Which Netflix tier is best value for money What the lower...
328 | Travel cash tips, mobile data abroad and 0% balance transfer cards
18 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: How to get the best rate on travel cash Ways to avoid huge mobile bills abroad What to look fo...
327 | Ditch Amazon Prime? Mortgage vs savings & bank switch impact on credit reports
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: Does Amazon Prime give value for money? Should you put spare cash toward your mortgage or savi...
326 | My money: Phone protection, currency confusion, Boots refund battle, Ulster switch & more
04 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: Why my phone case saved me hundreds of pounds Knowing my consumer rights Hotel small print tha...
325 | How high could interest rates go? Plus Premium Bond hike, loyalty point value & State Pension top ups
27 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: What the latest Bank of England hike to 5% means for your money Whether Premium Bonds are wort...
324 | Energy fixes, new Santander account, seat filling & Amex fees
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: Whether you should fix your energy? Is Santander's new Edge Up account any good? How to get ch...
323 | How to get 9% on savings & your holiday finances to-do list
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: How regular savers work, and why the interest rate isn't a con The things you need to check be...
322 | Energy credit refunds, cashback issues, Premium Bonds & more
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: My month in money, including Checking my energy bill to claim back overpaid energy bills Under...
321 | Netflix password sharing crackdown, energy price cut & cheap vs branded suncream
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: What to do about Netflix's password-sharing crackdown How much energy prices will fall in July...
320 | Credit scores vs credit reports, Morrisons More returns & Nationwide free £100
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: Whether the changes to Morrisons' More loyalty card will save you money Which Nationwide custo...
319 | Base rate hike & savings, money & mental health and 2 x new bank switch offers
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: What the latest Bank of England base rate hike means for savings, mortgages and inflation How ...
318 | Pro bank switching, best cards to use overseas & King Charles on coins and notes
09 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: What does the coronation mean for our coins and notes How to switch bank again and again and a...
317 | Month in money, including Starling, Virgin Media, hotels, Amex & more
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: My month in money, including Virgin Media customer service chaos Bank transfer limits Debit ca...
316 | Is your money safe in the bank? Plus cheap social broadband & more
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: Can you share your TV streaming passwords How households on benefits can access cut price broa...
315 | Cut Council Tax, Amex £815 deal stack & Nectar's new price promotion
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: The ways to save money on Council Tax Whether Sainsbury's new Nectar Prices will save you mone...
314 | The best savings, bank accounts and credit cards (Spring update)
11 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: The highest paying savings accounts The best bank switch and reward offers The best credit car...
313 | Mobile handset traps, Too Good to Go, ISA strategy & more
04 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about my month in money, including: Why some mobile phone bills are going up more than others Why I'm...
312 | Base rate hike & savings, free Disney+ hack and ISA transfers
28 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: Why the bank rate increased and whether it's peaked What it means for savings and mortgages Ho...
311 | Avoid overdrafts, Tesco Clubcard changes & Budget policies on energy, pensions and childcare
21 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: How to clear and avoid overdrafts How to beat changes to Tesco Clubcard The key 2023 Budget an...
310 | Best Cash ISAs for 2023, Halifax Bank switch, State Pension gaps & Virgin Media haggling
14 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: Making sure you get the full State Pension Halifax's new £175 switch deal Changes to Boots Ad...
309 | Top savings updates, beat bills price hikes & save money on books
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: Where to get the highest savings rates Which bills are going up this and next month Tips to pa...
308 | Train delay refunds, energy bill hike & my month in money
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: How to get train refunds for delays Watch out for free returns that are hard to send back Swit...
307 | Do you need ISAs, Chase cashback & £200 NatWest bank switch
21 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: What your tax free saving and investment allowances are How they're under pressure or changing...
306 | Your money in a relationship, loyalty points & piggyback mobile networks
14 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: The risks of one person looking after all the finances How to split current accounts in a coup...
305 | Interest rate hike, cinema savings & beating bill hikes
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: What the latest base rate increase means for your savings and mortgage How to switch or haggle...
304 | Are Avios worth it, broken laptop consumer rights, hating Zilch cashback & more (My Month in Money)
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: My spending and saving in the last 30-odd days, including: Fighting for my consumer rights ove...
303 | The best bank accounts for 2023 (App, rewards, cashback & more)
24 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: How many current accounts you need The best banking app Which current accounts offer extras li...
302 | Credit cards for 2023, a £430 Amex welcome offer and £200 Lloyds bank switch
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: The reasons to get a credit card in 2023 Details of a huge 70,000 Avios welcome bonus How to g...
301 | Savings special: How and where to save in 2023
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the pod I'm talking about: Are savings challenges worth it? The best auto-savings apps Paying yourself first The highest ...