Skint

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The UK money podcast that makes personal finance actually make sense - without the boredom. Each week, Mik's here to teach us the stuff school never did, while Connie sits in on our behalf, asking all the questions you've been too embarrassed to ask. Together they break down budgeting, debt, saving, pensions, student loans, tax and whatever financial curveballs life throws your way - all in plain English. New episodes every Wednesday. For entertainment and educational purposes only. Not financial advice.

  1. 4 days ago

    23 Years At Deloitte!! Debbie Helps Us Take Back Control of Our Data

    In this episode of Skint, Connie sits down with Debbie, a chartered accountant and former Deloitte partner, to break down the complex worlds of corporate finance, career progression, and personal data privacy. Debbie shares her 23-year journey through professional services, the realities of navigating high-level finance roles as a woman, and how she managed work-life integration while raising a family. We discuss the hidden pressures of Big Four firm environments, embracing neurodiversity in the corporate world, and why the traditional career mold is changing. Later in the episode, Debbie introduces her new venture, Mercury Me—a platform created to disrupt the $1 trillion data industry by giving consumers complete control over their personal data. Learn how data algorithms target you, why you should change your cookie habits, and how you can actually start earning rewards or making charitable donations through Project Hug just by answering questions on your own terms. Key Topics Covered: Life in the Big Four: The realities of long hours, audit standards, and career progression at Deloitte. Women in Finance: Overcoming industry stereotypes and balancing partnership with parenthood. Authenticity & ADHD: Navigating neurodiversity, team dynamics, and breaking the status quo in corporate environments. The Value of Your Data: How tracking algorithms work and how Mercury Me helps you protect, collect, and monetize your personal information. Giving Back Digital-Style: How Mercury Me's sister initiative, Project Hug, allows users to redirect rewards to global causes.

  2. 12 Aug

    Before You Fly: Everything You Need to Know About Holiday Money

    Holiday season is here. Let's make sure your money goes as far as you do. Mik breaks down the stuff most of us get wrong when it comes to spending money abroad. Which exchange rates are actually good, which ones are quietly robbing you, and why where you convert your money matters more than you think. He also covers prepaid travel cards, what to watch out for with data roaming charges and the small things that can save you a surprising amount. Connie shares some personal highlights from her own experiences with money abroad. Let's just say lessons were learned. If you've ever come home from a trip and wondered where all your money went, this one's for you. New episodes every Wednesday. For entertainment and educational purposes only. Not financial advice.

  3. 4 Aug

    Savvy Squirrel: The Government Wants You to Invest (But Should You?) *not financial advice*

    The government made a squirrel to fix your finances. Let's talk about it. The government has launched a new campaign to get the UK investing. It's called Invest for the Future. It's fronted by a cartoon squirrel. Mik breaks down what the Savvy Squirrel campaign actually is, who's behind it and why it exists. He explains how there are billions of pounds just sitting in cash ISAs and savings accounts doing very little, and why the government thinks getting that money moving could make a real difference for both the economy and for you personally. He also covers what the upcoming changes to your Cash ISA allowance mean and how it all connects. Connie asks what we're all thinking. If you've never invested before, where do you even start? And should a cartoon squirrel really be the thing that gets you there? Whether you're already investing or the whole thing feels like it's not for you, this one might change how you look at what your money is actually doing. New episodes every Wednesday. For entertainment and educational purposes only. Not financial advice.

  4. 27 May

    Money on the Mind: The Psychology of Spending, Saving and Investing

    What if the way you think about money is the thing holding you back? This week Mik takes a step back from the numbers and paints a bigger picture. He walks us through the psychology behind how most of us think about earning, spending, status and investing, and why those instincts don't always work in our favour. He breaks down how thinking about risk earlier, understanding probability and spreading your investments can quietly change the direction of your finances over time. Mik also tries to shift Connie's perspective on what money and status really mean, and whether the two should be as connected as we make them. If you've ever felt like you're doing everything right but your relationship with money still feels off, this one might reframe a few things. New episodes every Wednesday. For entertainment and educational purposes only. Not financial advice.

  5. 20 May

    Renters Rights Act 2026: Everything Has Changed - Here's What's New

    Renters... you just got more rights! Mik breaks down every right renters have gained under the new Renters Rights Act 2026. How it's now easier to hold landlords accountable, and a whole lot harder for them to infringe on your rights as a tenant. Connie reflects on her own experiences as a renter... and let's just say it's a story worth hearing. There's a lot to unpack in this one, but don't worry, we keep it simple. If you're renting or thinking about it, this episode is essential listening. For education and entertainment purposes only. Not financial advice.

  6. 6 May

    Money Wisdom With Special Guest: Brenda!

    I have to say, the chemistry is off the charts... This week we've got a very special guest. Brenda, who some of you might know as Mik's partner, joins the pod to share her money story from the very beginning. She opens up about growing up when money was tight, the habits that came from that, and why saving became non-negotiable for her. She also breaks down her personal money rules, including the all-important F Off Fund. Mik takes the back seat for once and plays interviewer, asking Brenda about everything from pensions to how they approach raising kids with good money habits. It's honest, it's personal, and it's one of those episodes that might make you rethink how your own upbringing shaped the way you handle money. New episodes every Wednesday. For entertainment and educational purposes only. Not financial advice.

  7. 29 Apr

    Investing Wisdom: Famous Quotes From Successful Investors

    What do the world's most successful investors actually know that we don't? Mik walks us through some of the most famous quotes in investing, and goes deep on what each one really means, why it matters and how it actually applies to you! Together they get into the good and the bad. Where following this advice could genuinely pay off, and where it could all go horribly wrong. And yes, Connie finds a way to compare most of it to her dating life. Repeatedly - but it makes more sense than you'd think... Whether you're just starting to think about investing or you've been curious for a while, this one's a good place to start. This is not financial advice !

  8. 22 Apr

    Cash Bootcamp Update: How Connie Is Surviving the Skint Challenge on a Tight Budget

    Hmm... I wonder if Connie is absolutely loving every single second of this challenge. Mik kicks things off by breaking down exactly how Cash Bootcamp works and the thinking behind it. The rules, the reason, and what it actually takes to survive a skint challenge. Connie gets checked in on... is she sticking to the budget or quietly bending the rules? And more importantly, how much did she spend on that t-shirt? If you've ever tried to sort your finances out but life keeps getting in the way, this one's for you. For education and entertainment purposes only. Not financial advice.

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The UK money podcast that makes personal finance actually make sense - without the boredom. Each week, Mik's here to teach us the stuff school never did, while Connie sits in on our behalf, asking all the questions you've been too embarrassed to ask. Together they break down budgeting, debt, saving, pensions, student loans, tax and whatever financial curveballs life throws your way - all in plain English. New episodes every Wednesday. For entertainment and educational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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  • Creator
    Anywhere Podcast Company
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    49
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Anywhere Podcast Company
  • Show Website
    Skint

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