The Financial Wellbeing Podcast
Episodes
Why Money Should Support Life with George Kinder
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a thoughtful look at financial wellbeing from a broader perspective. The guys are joined by George Kinder, one of the best-known names...
Episode 125 – Feeling Financially Safe
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Universal Basic Income: Would It Make Us Happier? In this episode, David Lloyd is joined by Chris Budd and Tom Morris to explore this hotly debated id...
Episode 124 – Money and Meaning with Daniel Crosby
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Chris Budd is joined by behavioural finance expert Daniel Crosby to explore the deeper relationship between money, happiness, and mea...
Episode 123 – Think Yourself Happy
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the secret to financial wellbeing isn’t just in what you earn or spend, but in how you think? In this episode the guys are looking to see if...
Episode 122 – Money, Purpose and Community with Jonathan Ruffer
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Financial Wellbeing Podcast, the guys explore how wealth, when used with purpose, can create extraordinary change. They’re jo...
Episode 121 – Financial Infidelity
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 121 - Financial Infidelity In this episode of The Financial Wellbeing Podcast, we’re lifting the lid on a tricky topic: financial infidelity...
Episode 120 – Money Stories with Dr Megan McCoy
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 120 - Money Stories with Dr Megan McCoy In this episode, we chat with Dr. Megan McCoy a financial therapist about money stories—the beliefs ...
Episode 119 – 7 Tips on Investing for Wellbeing
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 119 - 7 Tips on Investing for Wellbeing It’s taken us a while to get here, but we’re finally tackling that ever-mysterious (and often misu...
Episode 118 – Kindness with Dennis Harhalakis
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 118 - Kindness with Dennis Harhalakis Money isn't just about numbers - it's about emotions, habits, and the way we treat ourselves and others....
Episode 117 – The End of History Illusion
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we’re diving into a fascinating psychological concept that influences the way we make decisions — The End of History Illusion. The...
Episode 116 – Behavioural Finance with Greg Davies
27 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 116 - Behavioural Finance with Greg Davies In today’s show, we have another fascinating conversation with Greg Davies, as he comes back to c...
Episode 115 – 10 Tips To Master Moderate Success
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode the guys take a playful dive into what moderate success could look like for you. Chris shares ten practical tips for balancing ambitio...
Episode 114 – Preparing Your Finances for Parenthood with Katie Dow
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode, Producer Tommo makes his interviewer debut as he sits down with Katie Dow, a holistic wealth manager from Aspen Capital Manag...
Episode 113 – Maslow, Money and Happiness
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We’re diving into Maslow’s famous hierarchy of needs – you know, the pyramid that breaks down what humans need to be happy, starting from food a...
Episode 112 – 100 Year Life with Dr Tom Mathar
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for another insightful episode of The Financial Wellbeing Podcast. We dive deep into the challenges of financial planning in a world where we’...
Episode 111 – Living the Long Life: Blue Zones and Financial Wellbeing
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Diving into the intriguing secrets of life longevity in global Blue Zones - regions identified by National Geographic journalist Dan Buettner where pe...
Episode 110 – The Financial Wellbeing Pulse with Chris Budd
28 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Taking a slightly difference approach in this episode, we sit down with Chris Budd to delve into the exciting launch of The Financial Wellbeing Pulse,...
Episode 109 – Reclaiming Philanthropy with Emma Beeston
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for a candid discussion around philanthropy with Emma Beeston. We dissect the reclaiming of philanthropy as a social duty, no matter the size ...
Episode 108 – Mind the Perception Gap
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The team explore the impact of perception on our finances and wellbeing. From understanding how perceptions shape decisions and how to challenge flawe...
Episode 107 – Making Decisions with Nick Elston
28 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we have the pleasure of welcoming back Nick Elston for the third time! The guys delve into the topic of anxiety surrounding big decisi...
Episode 106 – Does More Money Equal More Happiness?
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The guys dive into the age-old question: Does more money equal more happiness? Join them as they navigate contrasting findings of renowned academics D...
Episode 105 – Stress on our Finances with Sonya Lutter
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Episode 104 – Crack the Happiness Code with Set Point Theory
29 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 #tightassto...
Episode 103 – Money Stories with Sarah Newcombe
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Producer Tommo are joined by Editor Tammy whilst David is away for just this one episode. They bring an insightful interview with psychologi...
Episode 102 – Exploring Purpose with Jan Bowen-Nielsen
29 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode the guys chat with coaching expert Jan Bowen-Nielsen to explore the essence of financial wellbeing - finding your purpose in life. Wit...
Episode 101 – Permission to be Happy
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Episode 100 – Celebrating 100 Episodes!
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's a milestone episode 🥳 Join the guys as they commemorate a remarkable journey in financial wellbeing. They share some favourite moments, highli...
Episode 99 – Beyond the Finish Line with Leon Taylor
30 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 c...
Episode 98 – Your Future Self with Hal Hershfield
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 98 - Your Future Self with Hal Hershfield Another brilliant special guest interview - this time the guys chat with UCLA Professor, Hal Hershfi...
Episode 97 – 4 Steps to Financial Wellbeing
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Another brilliant episode with an interactive twist. The guys will be exploring 4 steps to consider when creating a financial wellbeing plan with some...
Episode 96 – Interview with Reverend Richard Coles
30 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The guys sit down with Reverend Richard Coles, a musician, writer, broadcaster and Anglican priest. Exploring his relationship with money, Richard sha...
Episode 95 – Mastering Your Money with Paul Lewis
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Episode 94 – Why Wealth is Bad for your Health
27 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 cre...
Episode 93 – Permission with Joy Lere
29 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, the guys chat with the lovely Joy Lere about permission and its relationship with money and happiness. Along with some comfortable bo...
Episode 92 – Five Tips To Help With Framing Bias
25 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Episode 91 – Exploring ESG with Clémence Chatelin
31 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Episode 90 – Why Are We So Rubbish With Money?
28 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 a...
Episode 89 – Interview with Liz Zeidler
26 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Episode 88 – Giving for Your Wellbeing
28 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Episode 87 – The Good Ancestor with Stephanie Brobbey
29 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A brilliant chat this episode with the lovely Stephanie Brobby from the Good Ancestor Movement. Taking a look at motivations behind philanthropy for w...
Episode 86 – The Big Quit
26 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Episode 85 – Mindfulness with Martin Stepek
26 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 t...
Episode 84 – THE Secret to Happiness
25 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Episode 83 – Social Comparison with Neil Bage
24 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 wel...
Episode 82 – What Determines Your Self-Worth?
23 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 Wel...
Episode 81 – Going Beyond: Interview with Eric Roberge
28 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Episode 80 – 10 Financial Tips I Wish I Could Tell My 18 Year Old Self
21 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Episode 79 – How To Find The Right Advice For You
12 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 ad...
Episode 78 – Advice That Sticks: Interview with Dr Moira Somers
26 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 f...
Episode 77 – Self-Determination Theory
22 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 77 - Self-Determination Theory The guys have a great chat about Self-Determination Theory in this episode – don’t worry, whilst the inspir...
Episode 76 – Financial Coaching with Catherine Morgan
25 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 76 - Financial Coaching with Catherine Morgan What is financial coaching? How is it different to a financial advice? The guys chat with Cather...
Episode 75 – The Financial Wellbeing Audit
20 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 ques...
Episode 74 – Interview with Ash Phillips
28 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 74 - Interview with Ash Phillips Whilst it is easier than ever to become and entrepreneur, there are still barriers to creating a successful b...
Episode 73 – Don’t Be A Creep
18 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Episode 72 – Financial Psychology with Anne Abbenes
26 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 whe...
Episode 71 – The Balance Between Pleasure & Purpose
21 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 pleas...
Episode 70 – Finding Purpose in Later Life with Tony Watts OBE
24 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 p...
Episode 69 – Finding Financial Planners with Kate Holmes
30 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Episode 68 – The Schwartz Circumplex
29 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 fi...
Episode 67 – Exploring Paths to Happiness with Dr Elia Gourgouris
29 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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, Da...
Episode 66 – The Biology of Happiness
27 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 66 - The Biology of Happiness Can we increase our wellbeing through a biology lesson? In this episode Chris, David and Producer Tommo explore ...
Episode 65 – Amy Florian on Grief, Loss & Transitions
23 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 man...
Episode 64 – The Financial Wellbeing Junkie
19 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 Happine...
Episode 63 – Interview with Will Carmichael from Rooster Money
09 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 63 - Interview with Will Carmichael from Rooster Money The guys are still here for the latest episode of the Financial Wellbeing Podcast. Join...
Episode 62 – Time to Reflect
08 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 abo...
Episode 61 – Coping With Anxiety During Lockdown with Nick Elston
10 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 fo...
Episode 60 – Interview with The Financial Healer, Mark Bristow
23 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 60 - Interview with The Financial Healer, Mark Bristow How damaging can our relationship with money be? Chris, David and Producer Tommo have a...
Episode 59 – Social Prescribing
26 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 pre...
Episode 58 – Interview with Anthony ‘Tas’ Tasgal
22 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 58 - Interview with Anthony 'Tas' Tasgal David and his co-conspirators Chris and Producer Tommo have a chat with author and strategist Anthony...
Episode 57 – A Christmas Special
29 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 sketch...
Episode 56 – Community Wellbeing
13 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 56 - Community Wellbeing Chris, David and Producer Tommo delve deeper into one of the 5 main pillars of wellbeing - community wellbeing. They ...
The IFW is here . . .
15 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 ann...
Episode 55 – Overcoming Anxiety with Nick Elston
20 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Chris, David and Producer Tommo share a chat with inspirational Nick Elston. Following on from his spellbinding talk at the Financial ...
Episode 54 – Mental Wellbeing & Money
22 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 54 - Mental Wellbeing & Money The guys take a canter around the subject of mental health in this episode of the Financial Wellbeing Podcast. ...
Episode 53 – The Financial Wellbeing Conference 2019
18 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 53 - The Financial Wellbeing Conference 2019 We have a bumper hour long episode for you from the Financial Wellbeing Conference. Chris, David ...
Episode 52 – Financial Fitness with Jason Butler
21 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 fro...
Episode 51 – Pt 3 Wellbeing in Retirement
23 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 t...
Episode 50 – Wellbeing and Writing with Amanda Prowse
20 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 Fi...
Episode 49 – Pt 2 Planning a Happy Retirement
19 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 pract...
Episode 48 – The Money Plan with Warren Shute
08 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Episode 47 – Pt1 Foundations for Retirement
21 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Episode 46 – The Sharing Economy with Professor Tim Kasser
20 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 we...
Episode 45 – A Festive Wellbeing Podcast with Tim Elsenburg
27 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Episode 44 – Meaningful Money with Pete Matthew
16 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Episode 43 – Financial Wellbeing for Talk Money Week
18 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
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 man...
Episode 42 – Hyper Capitalism with Professor Tim Kasser
21 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Chris chats to Professor Tim Kasser about his book Hyper Capitalism. They explore the difference between buying and consuming, the neg...
Episode 41 – Motivation & Money
23 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Episode 40 – Dr Catherine Zollman and Living Well with Cancer
19 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Longtime listeners will be aware that proceeds from the Financial Wellbeing book go to the charity Penny Brohn. In this podcast episode Chris, David a...
Episode 39 – Theories of Happiness
22 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
What is happiness? Chris, David and Producer Tommo take a look at the Know Thyself principle from the Financail Wellbeing book, exploring four differe...
Episode 38 – Keeping it Fuzzy with Greg Davies
01 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
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. ...
Episode 37 – The Employee Ownership Journey at Ovation
05 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
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 wa...
Episode 36 – Understanding our Attitude to Risk with Neil Bage
12 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The third episode in our three part series on investments. Chris, Dave and Producer Tommo answer listeners questions, offer great money saving #tighta...
Episode 35 – The Investor’s Guide to Soufflés
22 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
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 pr...
Episode 34 – Positive Behaviour & Investing Successfully with Dr Daniel Crosby
29 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Chris, Dave and Producer Tommo take a look at investments in this first of a three part series. Chris interviews psychologist and behavioural finance ...
Episode 33 – Good Things Come to Those Who Wait
12 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
This week Chris, David & Producer Tommo discuss The Pleasure from Delaying Consumption and how planning and waiting for experiences and purchases can ...
Episode 32 – Getting Out of Debt with Maria Nedeva
15 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of The Financial Wellbeing Podcast looks at the tricky subject of debt. Chris has a chat with University of Manchester Professor Maria Ne...
Episode 31 – Dealing with Financial Shocks
25 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
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 a...
Episode 30: Young Money with Iona Bain
12 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Chris has a chat with the founder of the Young Money Blog, Iona Bain. They discuss financial education, challenges younger people fa...
Episode 29 – A Cracker of a Podcast with Hafdis Huld
28 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Put your feet up and nibble some left over Christmas chocolate whilst relaxing with the Financial Wellbeing Podcast. Join Chris, David and Producer To...
Episode 28 – DB or Not DB That is the Question
14 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast is all about the "fascinating" subject of transfers from Defined Benefit (aka Final Salary) Pension Schemes. Perhaps not usually the most...