A Little Bit Richer

Do you spend more than you should? Or maybe the opposite and you’ve a tendency to be frugal? ? In this episode, our host Iona Bain is joined by financial psychotherapist Vicky Reynal to explore the emotional undercurrents behind our money habits.

From childhood experiences and family dynamics to social media and FOMO, Vicky unpacks the complex psychology that shapes how we think, feel, and behave with money. You’ll hear...

Whether you're looking for some extra income, creative fulfilment, or a path to financial independence, side hustles are a great way to do this.

In this episode, financial advisor Emmanuel Asuquo and our host Iona Bain dive into the world of side hustles— from what you could offer, when you might need to pay tax and ideas to generate business.

They explore the highs and lows, the myths and realities, and strategies to balance...

In a post-pandemic world, with the rise of working from home and flexible hours, there’s a whole new meaning to work life balance.

In this episode, Joe Ryle from the Four Day Week Foundation joins our host Iona Bain to discuss how changing work patterns can lead to a healthier work culture with increased productivity and reduced burnout.

They dive deep into the role of technology in blurring boundaries and offer practical adv...

With endless inspiration online, home improvements have never been more tempting - but is reality living up to the "property porn" hype?

In this episode, our host Iona Bain is joined by Paula Higgins from the HomeOwners Alliance to explore the smartest ways to transform your home without breaking the bank.

From deciding between a doer-upper and a move-in-ready home to prioritising renovations that actually add value, Paula shares e...

Have you ever wondered what happens to some of the money you save in your pension? Beyond securing your financial future, your pension could be helping to build better communities, fund affordable housing and invest in innovative health technologies.

In this episode, our host Iona Bain sits down with Legal & General’s Pete Gladwell to explore how pension funds can be used for social investments, while still delivering str...

In this special season opener of A Little Bit Richer, we turn the tables on our brand-new host, Iona Bain! Pension expert Kim Brown from Legal & General takes the interviewer’s seat to dig into Iona’s personal finance journey— from unexpected money lessons to navigating the challenges of millennial finances.

They discuss everything from getting on the property ladder to balancing today’s financial needs ...

We’ve got an exciting announcement for you. In this new series we're delving deeper to help you with smart money choices. To guide us through we're thrilled to be welcoming Iona Bain to the team.

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Moving in with someone is an exciting milestone, but it’s also a big decision that requires careful planning. In this episode our host Kia Commodore sits down with family lawyer Yasmin Khan-Gunns to uncover what you should consider before taking the plunge - whether you’re renting or buying with a partner, friend or family member.

From financial considerations and tenancy agreements to the importance of cohabitation agr...

The new year is here and while we often focus on resolutions like fitness or dry January, what about setting yourself up for a brighter financial future? In this episode, our host Kia Commodore welcomes Sean Philip from Legal & General, who shares some great tips to improve your personal finances for the longer term.

From rethinking financial sacrifices as ‘badges of honour’, the ‘Couch to £5k’ sav...

Step into the new year armed with pearls of financial wisdom from A Little Bit Richer! 

In this special episode, our host Kia Commodore goes through the archives to share her top ten favourite money tips from the series so far. From building financial discipline to smart investing, tackling debt and planning for your dream retirement, this episode is packed with actionable advice from some of the most insightful guests we've h...

Credit reports and scores play a vital role in your access to future credit. In this episode, our host Kia Commodore is joined by Experian’s John Webb to bring some clarity to this important topic.

They cover where to check the information on your report, how credit scores are calculated, what impacts them, and how to improve yours. They also tackle common myths, explore how ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ affects your ratin...

Everyone’s career journey is different and there are lots of ways you can get more experience and training to help with this.

Our host, Kia Commodore, chats with Legal & General’s Sarah Evans about lifelong learning, qualifications vs experience and how you can upskill with a busy schedule. 

Some small simple strategies can propel you career forward, give you great experience and help get you a little but richer! 

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Our feelings around money can have a big impact on how we manage it. Whether we stick our heads in the sand, overspend when feeling overwhelmed or are afraid of spending, it’s helpful to understand our behaviours around money and what drives them.

Financial coach and the author of Real-Life Money and Five Steps to Financial Wellbeing, Clare Seal joins our host Kia Commodore. They discuss the connection between money and wellbeing, ...

Nowadays, weddings can come with a pretty hefty price tag and with higher living costs, it can be hard to make the day of your dreams a reality.

But with proper planning and realistic research, you can build a budget to reduce financial stress and focus on the fun of your wedding day.

Here to help navigate the cost of weddings is author and founder of ‘This Girl Talks Money’, Ellie Austin-Williams. Ellie shares insights and a safe ...

In this episode we’re focusing on pension savings again, to help you make the most of this important investment.

This time we’re covering where your money can be invested. Here to help explore this is Jesal Mistry. He works in asset management at Legal & General and is part of the team who decide the best places to invest people’s pension savings.

Jesal chats with our host Kia Commodore about what types of organisations pension...

Is there ever a right time to have a baby?

With living costs high, many people postpone parenthood until they’re in a more secure position. But there are plenty of ways to prepare your finances and plan for your future family.

Financial educator and mom of two, Charlotte Jessop from Looking After Your Pennies, is back to give money tips for new parents and anyone thinking of starting a family.

Charlotte joins our host Kia Commodore...

In previous episodes, we’ve taken you through why pension savings matter so much and helped you get to grips with your investment. And now we’re taking you one step further, for a masterclass. 

Taking us on this deeper dive into pension savings and what to consider if you want to take a more active role is Legal & General’s Michael Porter.

Michael talks with our host Kia Commodore about how workplace pension savings are investe...

With higher living costs, it can be hard to feel in control of your budget. But there are clever ways to rethink your spending and save cash.

Here to the rescue is financial educator Charlotte Jessop from Looking After your Pennies. Charlotte joins our host Kia Commodore to talk through easy ways to trim your day-to-day spending, good budgeting habits and what to do if you overspend.

Cutbacks big and small all make a difference and...

With lots of people giving financial tips online, it’s tricky to tell the difference between good, bad and who’s credible. But what are financial advisers and how do they help people?

Joining our host Kia Commodore is adviser and wealth planner, Orann Coyle. Orann is on a mission to help demystify financial advice and make things more accessible through his social media posts. Orann explains the difference between advice and guidan...