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A Little Bit Richer
Hosted by Legal & General · EN
'A Little Bit Richer' is the podcast that aims to help us all get a grip on our financial futures, brought to you by financial broadcaster and author Iona Bain and Legal & General.
Maybe you’ve bought a home or started a family or would like to one day. You’re starting to think ahead a little. Have you thought about how you could be a little bit richer in the future?
We can all do with some insight and advice on how best to plan and manage the financial side of life. So that’s what ‘A Little Bit Richer’ from Legal & General explores.
We talk to leading experts and dive into topics like - How much money do you need to stop working? What’s the stronger investment - your property, or your pension? How can you help your children to be more financially savvy?
Together, we’ll build a better and brighter financial future for us all.
‘A Little Bit Richer’ from Legal & General is out every fortnight. Follow us now on your favourite podcast app.
The views and thoughts expressed on this podcast are those of the individuals and don’t necessarily represent those of Legal & General. This podcast does not constitute or replace financial advice. Content was relevant at the time of recording and is intended for a UK audience.
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Is Your Attitude To Money Making You Poorer or Wealthier?
3w ago00:19:34Tap to summarizeHow does your attitude towards money affect your current finances and shape your long-term financial wellbeing? And where does this mindset come from? From your spending and saving habits to how much you can earn and what you think you’re worth. It has all been quietly shaped by your family, your upbringing and your friends. All the little messages you were absorbing without even realising have played a part in shaping your attitude towards finances or money script. And it ultimately shapes your future financial wellbeing. In this episode of A Little Bit Richer, our host Iona Bain is joined by Selina Flavius, Financial Coach and Author of Black Girl Finance. Selina went from having a huge fear around money and debt, to shifting her attitude and allowing herself to thrive financially. Together they delve into the different money scripts we have, the behaviours they encourage and how we might want to re-write them if they’re not serving us. You can watch episodes on L&G’s YouTube channel And see behind the scenes content on TikTok and Instagram You can play the podcast and find other useful content on L&G’s website: https://www.legalandgeneral.com/podcasts/a-little-bit-richer For more information on Selina Flavius and to see her work, you can check out Black Girl Finance Iona and her guests share their own personal thoughts and opinions in this podcast. These might be different from L&G’s take on things. They give financial guidance for a UK audience that’s relevant at the time of recording. It’s general best practice, not the kind of personalised advice you’d get from a financial adviser.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Family Planning - Talking Numbers Not Nappies
May 700:19:24Tap to summarizeParenthood changes everything- including your bank balance. With shifts in your income, sleep deprivation and little ones to care for, how do you make sure your money is working as hard as you are? From parental leave rights and pension gaps to childcare costs and budgeting on a tighter income, the financial side of starting a family can feel overwhelming. But it doesn't have to. In this episode of A Little Bit Richer, our host Iona Bain is joined by Katie Guild, mum and co-founder of Nugget Savings - the online financial community, offering membership, masterclasses and the tools to help parents forecast and plan whilst navigating their money and their rights Together they explore all the financial aspects of starting and raising a family, childcare support and ways to thrive while balancing it all. So whether you're thinking about starting a family, already expecting or in the thick of those early years- this one's for you. You can watch episodes on L&G’s YouTube channel And see behind the scenes content on TikTok and Instagram You can play the podcast and find other useful content on L&G’s website: https://www.legalandgeneral.com/podcasts/a-little-bit-richer For more information on managing finances and your rights when starting a family, check out Nugget Savings website Iona and her guests share their own personal thoughts and opinions in this podcast. These might be different from L&G’s take on things. They give financial guidance for a UK audience that’s relevant at the time of recording. It’s general best practice, not the kind of personalised advice you’d get from a financial adviser.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Under The Bonnet On Car Finance: What You Need To Know
Apr 2300:19:03Tap to summarizeBuying a car used to be relatively simple. But with so many options and ways to buy nowadays, it can be tough to know which option is best and what you’re actually signing up for. With approximately 80% of new cars in the UK now bought on finance, it’s a decision millions of people are making, often without fully understanding the options and the impact on their long-term finances. In this episode of A Little Bit Richer, our host Iona Bain is joined by Stuart Masson, founder of The Car Expert. Stuart unpacks the economics of car ownership and shares lots of knowledge to help you understand the fine print behind car buying and how choosing the wrong option now can impact your future finances. From HP, to PCP, to taking out a personal loan, Stuart breaks down what the different finance options actually mean, the hidden costs to watch out for, and how to decide what is best for you. So if you’ve been considering a new set of wheels, this episode will help you better understand all the ways you can pay for it and the pros and cons of each option. You can watch episodes on L&G’s YouTube channel And see behind the scenes content on TikTok and Instagram You can play the podcast and find other useful content on L&G’s website: https://www.legalandgeneral.com/podcasts/a-little-bit-richer For more information on car buying check out The Car Expert website Iona and her guests share their own personal thoughts and opinions in this podcast. These might be different from L&G’s take on things. They give financial guidance for a UK audience that’s relevant at the time of recording. It’s general best practice, not the kind of personalised advice you’d get from a financial adviser.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Your Workplace Pension - The Easiest Way To Build Wealth?
Apr 900:12:39Tap to summarizeIf you think pensions are complex and something to put off for another day, then this episode is probably for you. In this episode of A Little Bit Richer, our host Iona Bain is joined by Tom Trennery from the Workplace Pensions team at L&G to recap the basics. Tom highlights how the choices we make about our pension savings now will impact the life we can live in later years. Tom breaks down why your workplace pension might actually be one of the easiest (and smartest) ways to build long-term wealth. And together, they unpack how it all works, from your contributions, your employer’s top ups (aka “free money”) and why tax perks make workplace pensions so powerful. If you’ve not taken much notice of your workplace pension, this episode will help you feel more in control. Tom shares practical tips to help you boost your pension pot over time, without too much of an impact on your current lifestyle - and ultimately reminds us that making smart moves today will help you have the life you want tomorrow. You can watch episodes on L&G’s YouTube channel And see behind the scenes content on TikTok and Instagram You can play the podcast and find other useful content on L&G’s website: https://www.legalandgeneral.com/podcasts/a-little-bit-richer The pension consolidation episode that Tom & Iona reference is called: The Easy Explainer to combining your pension savings The Easy Explainer on Combining Your Pension Savings - A Little Bit Richer - Omny.fm Iona and her guests share their own personal thoughts and opinions in this podcast. These might be different from L&G’s take on things. They give financial guidance for a UK audience that’s relevant at the time of recording. It’s general best practice, not the kind of personalised advice you’d get from a financial adviser.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →What Your Future Self Would Want You to Do Right Now
Mar 2600:17:38Tap to summarizeWhat does your future financial self really need from you today? In this episode of A Little Bit Richer, our host Iona Bain is joined by financial educator and content creator Tolu Frimpong to explore the powerful (and often overlooked) relationship between your present-day decisions and your longer-term wealth. Tolu shares the real-life choices and mindset shifts that transformed her relationship with money. And together, they unpack being stuck in “survival mode” with finances, why you can’t afford not to invest in your future and how your identity shapes your financial outcomes. If you’ve ever told yourself “I’ll start saving later” or “I just don’t have enough,” this episode will challenge that thinking and give you practical ways to start showing up for your future self today and make that life a little bit richer. Because whether you plan for it or not… your future is coming. You can watch episodes on L&G’s YouTube channel And see behind the scenes content on TikTok and Instagram You can play the podcast and find other useful content on L&G’s website: https://www.legalandgeneral.com/podcasts/a-little-bit-richer Follow Tolu on Instagram Iona and her guests share their own personal thoughts and opinions in this podcast. These might be different from L&G’s take on things. They give financial guidance for a UK audience that’s relevant at the time of recording. It’s general best practice, not the kind of personalised advice you’d get from a financial adviser.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →The Secret to Investing Like a Pro
Mar 1200:19:09Tap to summarizeIn part two of our investing special on A Little Bit Richer, Iona Bain is back with financial educator and founder of Vestpod, Emilie Bellet. Together they unpack the practical side of investing from building a balanced portfolio to understanding risk, diversification and the difference between passive and active investing. They talk about a good mindset, why spreading your money across a range of investments matters, and Emilie shares a simple habit that can help you build wealth over time. So if you’d like to be more active with investing, this episode will give you a roadmap. If you missed part one, go back and listen to their chat on the foundations of investing – ‘Why playing it safe with money can be risky’. You can watch episodes on L&G’s YouTube channel And see behind the scenes content on TikTok and Instagram You can play the podcast and find other useful content on L&G’s website: https://www.legalandgeneral.com/podcasts/a-little-bit-richer Follow Emilie on Instagram Just a reminder that investments are for the longer term. Their value will go down as well as up and you may get back less than you put in. Iona and her guests share their own personal thoughts and opinions in this podcast. These might be different from L&G’s take on things. They give financial guidance for a UK audience that’s relevant at the time of recording. It’s general best practice, not the kind of personalised advice you’d get from a financial adviser.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Why Playing It Safe with Money Can Be Risky
Feb 2600:19:34Tap to summarizeIn this first part of a two-episode investing special on A Little Bit Richer, our host Iona Bain sits down with financial educator and founder of Vestpod, Emilie Bellet, to explore the foundations of investing. Emilie and Iona talk through the differences between saving and investing and offer some tips for those who’re keen to build their longer term wealth. They delve into the emotional side of investing and how fear, greed, FOMO and panic can all influence our decisions, often at the worst possible moments. Emilie shares some of her early mistakes with tips on keeping calm in chaotic markets. Then they discuss balancing short-term goals with long-term investing. Whether you’re already investing, thinking about starting, or currently sitting on the sidelines, this episode will help you understand the mindset behind successful investing and why even small steps can make a meaningful difference, helping you be a little bit richer in the future. Stay tuned for Part Two where we’ll get practical on ways to build a diversified portfolio that works for you. You can watch episodes on L&G’s YouTube channel And see behind the scenes content on TikTok and Instagram You can play the podcast and find other useful content on L&G’s website: https://www.legalandgeneral.com/podcasts/a-little-bit-richer Follow Emilie on Instagram Iona and her guests share their own personal thoughts and opinions in this podcast. These might be different from L&G’s take on things. They give financial guidance for a UK audience that’s relevant at the time of recording. It’s general best practice, not the kind of personalised advice you’d get from a financial adviser.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →ISAs Explained: How to Make Your Money Work Harder
Feb 1200:17:56Tap to summarizeWith new ISA changes announced in the Autumn Budget and updates to cash ISA limits on the horizon, now is the perfect time to get clear on how these powerful, tax-efficient savings and investment tools can help you build long-term financial confidence. In this episode of A Little Bit Richer, our host Iona Bain is joined by Paula Hughes from L&G to demystify the world of ISAs and help you understand how they can work for you at every stage of life. Together, they explore the different types of ISAs available and how to choose the best one for you. They also discuss the “use it or lose it” rule and what the upcoming changes could mean for savers and investors. So whether you’re saving for your first home, building long-term wealth, or simply trying to protect your money from inflation, this episode will help you decide how to make your ISA allowance work harder for you. Because when it comes to tax-efficient growth, the earlier you start, the bigger that snowball can get for a future that’s a little bit richer. You don’t pay tax on the interest, income or capital gains you make inside an ISA. You can watch episodes on L&G’s YouTube channel And see behind the scenes content on TikTok and Instagram You can play the podcast and find other useful content on L&G’s website: https://www.legalandgeneral.com/podcasts/a-little-bit-richer Iona and her guests share their own personal thoughts and opinions in this podcast. These might be different from L&G’s take on things. They give financial guidance for a UK audience that’s relevant at the time of recording. It’s general best practice, not the kind of personalised advice you’d get from a financial adviser.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Financial Survival Tips for The Self-Employed
Jan 2900:18:30Tap to summarizeBeing self-employed can be incredibly freeing but financially, it can also feel like a rollercoaster. In this episode of A Little Bit Richer, our host Iona Bain is joined by accountant and behavioural expert Krystal McGilvery to discuss ways to manage money when your income isn’t guaranteed. From cash-flow anxiety and chasing invoices to saving for retirement without an employer pension, Krystal shares practical, no-nonsense tips to help you feel more in control of your finances. Together, they explore how to smooth out irregular income, build a financial buffer and plan for the long term, without sacrificing the freedom and joy that comes with being your own boss. So whether you’re newly self-employed, years into freelancing, or just thinking about taking the leap, this episode is packed with reassurance and clarity to help you build a more stable and sustainable financial future that’s a little bit richer. You can watch episodes on L&G’s YouTube channel And see behind the scenes content on TikTok and Instagram You can play the podcast and find other useful content on L&G’s website: https://www.legalandgeneral.com/podcasts/a-little-bit-richer Follow Krystle on Instagram Iona and her guests share their own personal thoughts and opinions in this podcast. These might be different from L&G’s take on things. They give financial guidance for a UK audience that’s relevant at the time of recording. It’s general best practice, not the kind of personalised advice you’d get from a financial adviser.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →What You Need to Know About Divorce, Money and Starting Again
Jan 1500:21:06Tap to summarizeDivorce can emotionally, practically and financially turn your world upside down. In this episode of A Little Bit Richer, our host Iona Bain is joined by friend of the show Jenny Hazan to unpack the impact on your finances when a relationship ends and how to protect your future. Drawing on both her professional expertise at L&G and her personal experience of divorce, Jenny explains why separation is often “two break-ups”, how the so-called “singles tax” can hit overnight, and she shares one of the most overlooked areas of divorce that can prevent regret later in life. Whether you’re navigating a divorce, supporting someone who is, or simply want to be better prepared for the future, this episode offers reassurance and practical steps for taking control of your finances one step at a time. You can watch episodes on L&G’s YouTube channel And see behind the scenes content on TikTok and Instagram You can play the podcast and find other useful content on L&G’s website: https://www.legalandgeneral.com/podcasts/a-little-bit-richer You can find the Pension Calculator here: Pension Calculator | Legal & General Iona and her guests share their own personal thoughts and opinions in this podcast. These might be different from L&G’s take on things. They give financial guidance for a UK audience that’s relevant at the time of recording. It’s general best practice, not the kind of personalised advice you’d get from a financial adviser.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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