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Welcome to Informed Choice Radio, the personal finance podcast all about achieving your financial goals in life. New episodes are published every Friday, featuring expert interviews and practical tips for making the most of your money. Your host for Informed Choice Radio is Martin Bamford; a Chartered Financial Planner, Fellow of the Personal Finance Society and personal finance author. Contact Martin at martin@icfp.co.uk with any comments or questions. You can find show notes and archived episodes at https://icradio.co.uk/episodes/.

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    • 4.7 • 64 Ratings

Welcome to Informed Choice Radio, the personal finance podcast all about achieving your financial goals in life. New episodes are published every Friday, featuring expert interviews and practical tips for making the most of your money. Your host for Informed Choice Radio is Martin Bamford; a Chartered Financial Planner, Fellow of the Personal Finance Society and personal finance author. Contact Martin at martin@icfp.co.uk with any comments or questions. You can find show notes and archived episodes at https://icradio.co.uk/episodes/.

    Exploring the World of Fashion, with Countess Jennifer Walderdorff

    Exploring the World of Fashion, with Countess Jennifer Walderdorff

    Our guest today is Countess Jennifer Walderdorff, a fashion merchandising and retail expert, and the author of “Look at the Labels”.
    Jenn’s passion for fashion was instilled in her by her Nigerian parents and she’s always had a natural sense of style.
    After working part-time while studying, Jenn began her career in Fashion Retail Merchandise Planning, before starting her own successful company, Cheeky Poppins Shoe Clips.
    Jenn eventually left London for Italy to pursue her dreams in the fashion industry and while there, she wrote her book “Look at the Labels”.
    In this episode, we will be discussing the role of fashion in the global economy, how to make ethically responsible fashion choices, and what it means to be a toxic shopper.
    So, sit back, relax, and let’s dive into the world of fashion with Countess Jennifer Walderdorff, in episode 593 of Informed Choice Radio.

    • 27 min
    The Truth about the Property Market, with Charlie Lamdin

    The Truth about the Property Market, with Charlie Lamdin

    In this episode, we’re joined by Charlie Lamdin, the founder of BestAgent.co.uk and a renowned economic and political commentator in the housing market.
    Charlie left a successful career in the city to become a tech founder, and he has a passion for uncovering the truth about how the property market functions. His dream is to end homelessness (something we discuss later in this episode), and he’s a straight-talking, eloquent, and forthright voice in the industry.
    In this episode, Charlie shares his unique insights into the property market, gained from his twenty years on the inside of the estate agency world as a supplier of tech to agents of all sizes across the country.
    He’ll also discuss how he aims to undermine all the backhanded conduct in the property sector with his new national property website, BestAgent.co.uk, which is weighted in favour of home movers, rather than estate agents.
    Charlie is a consumer champion for home-movers and shares his insights with his followers across all social media platforms on the “Moving Home with Charlie” channels.
    So, if you’re thinking about buying or renting a property or simply interested in the housing market, you won’t want to miss this episode.
    Stay tuned for an informative and thought-provoking discussion with Charlie Lamdin, in episode 592 of Informed Choice Radio.

    • 29 min
    Overcoming Financial Challenges, with Peter Komolafe

    Overcoming Financial Challenges, with Peter Komolafe

    In today’s episode, we have a very special guest – Peter Komolafe, an author, and finance expert with a story that will inspire you to take charge of your finances.
    Peter is more than an expert in money; he has been through the ups and downs of financial instability, and his personal experience gives him a unique perspective on the subject.
    In this episode, we’ll learn more about his incredible journey and how he overcame financial challenges to become a successful executive in a Fortune 100 company.
    We chat about Peter’s journey from homelessness to financial success, the mistake that drew him into financial services, coping with the cost of living crisis, and much more.
    If you’re feeling overwhelmed by your finances, this episode is for you.
    Peter’s journey is an inspiration, and his practical advice will help you take the first steps towards financial security. So, grab a pen and paper, and get ready to take some notes!
    Here’s my conversation with Peter Komolafe, author of The Money Basics, in episode 591 of Informed Choice Radio.

    • 22 min
    A faster way to pay off your mortgage, with Jinesh Vohra

    A faster way to pay off your mortgage, with Jinesh Vohra

    Would you like to repay your mortgage faster?
    For many homeowners, that's the dream, especially during this period of rising interest rates.
    But mortgage overpayments can be complicated, with terms and conditions to navigate and sometimes complex calculations to understand the best approach.
    My guest on the podcast today aims to simplify mortgage overpayments, with his app Sprive.
    Sprive is designed to create smart overpayments that chip away at your mortgage balance, reducing lifetime interest costs and bringing that repayment date closer.
    Jinesh Vohra is CEO and founder of the fintech firm Sprive, following a career at Goldman Sachs managing global teams.
    In this episode, I chat with Jinesh about the inspiration for Sprive, what drives the ambition to pay off a mortgage faster, and how to make this possible during the cost of living crisis.
    Here’s my conversation with Jinesh Vohra in episode 590 of Informed Choice Radio.

    • 22 min
    How to take every Friday off, with Dustin Serviss

    How to take every Friday off, with Dustin Serviss

    What's the secret to taking every Friday off, so you can spend more time with your family and doing the things you love?
    My guest on the podcast today is Dustin Serviss, and he appears to have cracked the code for work/life balance!
    Dustin built a wildly successful businesses in the wealth and lifestyle design space. He's a Certified Financial Planner, Chartered Life Underwriter, Chartered Investment Manager, and Certified Health Specialist.
    In this conversation, we chat about his secret for never working on a Friday, how this is linked to his money mindset, and the importance of a 'never retire' strategy.
    Here's my conversation with Dustin Serviss in episode 589 of Informed Choice Radio.

    • 29 min
    Helping Adult Children, with Christine Thornley

    Helping Adult Children, with Christine Thornley

    The Bank of Mum and Dad is becoming a major casualty of the cost-of-living crisis, as parents are under growing strain to support their adult children.
    That’s according to new research from law firm Irwin Mitchell, which found 6 in 10 are currently financially supporting adult children, with more than a third saying they would not be able to make ends meet without this support.
    Joining me in this episode is Christine Thornley, Head of the Tax, Trusts and Estate team in the firm’s Manchester office.
    I chat with Christine about why so many adult children are still financially dependent on their parents, the impact of this financial burden on our own plans, and the importance of seeking expert advice before giving money to adult children.
    Here’s my conversation with Christine Thornley from Irwin Mitchell in episode 588 of Informed Choice Radio.

    • 18 min

Customer Reviews

4.7 out of 5
64 Ratings

64 Ratings

Spiers B ,

Great Content

Informed Choice Radio is a fantastic podcast. Martin Bamford secures some excellent guest speakers. The recent podcast with Makala Green, author of The Money Edit, had some real good takeaways as did the podcast with Pete Matthew, author of The Meaningful Money Handbook.

tommypoulter1989 ,

Great interview

These interviews really change how you view life. A must listen even if your not into personal finance.

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Monday’s Great / Friday Drivel

Monday’s are fantastic, Fridays is just lefty utopia drivel

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