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IFA Magazine‘s ground-breaking weekly editorial podcast, which breaks down the news that is shaping the global investment and economic landscape. Featuring exclusive conversations with the most influential voices in financial services.

  1. 1d ago

    Podcast #183: Are you ready for the Great Wealth Transfer? With Financial Solutions Simon Hemley

    The Great Wealth Transfer is already underway, with trillions of pounds expected to pass from baby boomers to younger generations over the coming decades. But what does this mean for financial advisers, and is the profession ready for one of the biggest shifts in wealth the UK has ever seen? In this week’s episode of IFA Talk, Meg Bratley and Sue are joined by Simon Hemley, Non-Executive Director and Board Adviser at Financial Solutions. Together, they explore how the advice profession can prepare for changing client demographics, whether younger investors are at risk of turning to finfluencers instead of regulated advice, and what advisers need to do to remain relevant in the years ahead. The discussion also looks at the continued wave of consolidation across the advice market, asking whether bigger really is better for advisers and clients, or whether independent firms still have an important role to play.

  2. Jul 29

    Podcast #182: What the Burnham government could mean for advisers, with AJ Bell’s Rachel Vahey

    In this week’s episode of IFA Talk, the weekly podcast brought to you by IFA Magazine, we unpack what a Burnham Government might mean for advisers. Joining us to share her insights is Rachel Vahey, Head of Public Policy at AJ Bell. Rachel discusses renewed speculation surrounding pension tax-free cash, outlining how seriously advisers should be taking the speculation. She also makes suggestions for some realistic reforms, should changes come to fruition. After that, we move on to inheritance tax (IHT), after the previous government had already set things in motion to bring unused pension funds into IHT from next April. With suggestions the new administration could look again at exactly how that's implemented, Rachel reveals what she believes a Burnham government is most likely to do regarding pensions and IHT, and how advisers should be preparing clients while there's still so much uncertainty. Finally, we dive into the topic of ISAs, which have been another area of discussion among several governments. Rachel outlines the changes which the government have already put in place, highlighting the biggest differences for advisers and their clients, before speculating on whether there’s a chance that these changes could be reversed down the line.

  3. Jul 22

    Podcast #181: Getting AI right in financial advice, with Dynamic Planner’s Rory McLaren

    In this week’s episode of IFA Talk, the weekly podcast from IFA Magazine, we’re unpacking the topic of AI in advice and the importance of clean data. With the help of Rory McLaren, Chief Technology Officer at Dynamic Planner, we explore why high-quality data is the biggest challenge for firms and the foundation of effective AI. Rory reveals why it’s impossible to unlock AI’s true potential without getting the foundations right. There's a temptation to add AI to every process, but that’s not always the right approach. Rory details how firms should decide where AI genuinely adds value, and where traditional technology or human expertise remains the better option. Then, we discuss the ‘first principles’ approach to redesigning the advice journey, before Rory gets his crystal ball out to predict where he expects AI will make the biggest long-term difference when built from the ground up. Be sure to check out this episode and all other episodes of IFA Talk on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon!

  4. Jul 20

    M&PI Podcast #29: Building a stronger mortgage business, with The Wealthy Advisers Club's Terry Blackburn

    In the latest special Mortgage & Property edition of IFA Talk, we explore what it takes to build a successful and sustainable mortgage advisory business, from attracting new clients and generating referrals to improving business performance and preparing for future growth. To discuss these important topics, hosts Meg and Sue are joined by Terry Blackburn, Founder and CEO of The Wealthy Advisers Club, the UK's leading community for financial advisers, mortgage brokers and protection specialists. Having worked with hundreds of adviser firms through coaching, mentoring and business development, Terry shares practical insights into the habits, systems and strategies that help the industry's top-performing businesses thrive. Highlights include: • The key characteristics that separate successful mortgage brokerages from the rest of the market • Practical strategies for attracting new clients, generating referrals and building long-term business growth • Why systems, processes and client experience are essential to creating a sustainable and profitable advice business • The opportunities and challenges shaping the future of mortgage advice, and how firms can position themselves for long-term success This episode provides valuable insight for mortgage brokers, advisers and industry professionals looking to strengthen their businesses, improve client outcomes and gain practical ideas for sustainable growth in an increasingly competitive market.

  5. Jul 15

    Podcast #180: Why bereavement support should start before a crisis, with Equilibrium’s Sam Patterson

    In this week’s episode of IFA Talk, we discuss the topic of bereavement support and the ideal time for it to start. Joining us to do this is Sam Patterson, Head of Proposition at Equilibrium Financial Planning. Together we break down what bereavement support looks like, and why it should begin before a client or their family reaches a point of crisis. We also discuss the idea of dress rehearsals in bereavement support, outlining the sorts of questions which advisers should be answering to alleviate concerns in a sensitive manner. After that, Sam details some of the specific areas which advisers should cover, from income continuity to wills and responsibilities. Lastly, we ask Sam to explain how advisers can balance the technical side of financial planning with the human side, showing compassion and clarity which their bereaved clients will surely need.

  6. Jul 13

    TEI Podcast #16: The evolving role of VCTs in a changing tax landscape with AlbionVC’s Will Fraser-Allen

    In this month’s special Tax-Efficient Investment (TEI) edition of IFA Talk, we’re discussing the role of Venture Capital Trusts (VCTs) in an everchanging tax landscape. Joining us to do this is Will Fraser-Allen, Managing Partner at AlbionVC. Together, we’re focusing on how the role of VCTs is evolving in response to changes in the UK tax landscape, along with the opportunities emerging across the UK's innovation economy. Will answers why focused capital is so important as we look to scale the next generation of successful businesses, along with the areas where he sees the biggest opportunities. He also breaks down the recent Budget changes to VCT tax relief and dividend taxation, answering what impact he expects the move to 20% relief to have on advisers and their clients, and why he believes the underlying VCT investment case still holds despite these changes. Meanwhile, with growing interest in deeptech startups, Will shares how AlbionVC is aligning with these trends, and the opportunities which they are seeing across the sector. Lastly, Will reveals where he sees VCTs fitting within a balanced portfolio in 2026, before outlining what advisers need to be looking for in a VCT manager.

  7. Jul 8

    Podcast #179: DIY investing, risk and building resilient portfolios, with Rohit Vaswani of Omnis

    In this week’s episode of IFA Talk, the weekly podcast from IFA Magazine, we explore the continued rise of DIY investing, what investors should look for beyond platform costs, and how advisers can help clients build resilient portfolios in an increasingly complex investment landscape. To discuss this further, Meg and Jenny are joined by Rohit Vaswani, Director of Investment & Client Solutions at Omnis. Drawing on nearly two decades of industry experience, Rohit shares his views on why professional financial advice remains invaluable despite the growth of low-cost investment platforms. Rohit also discusses the importance of understanding risk tolerance, constructing portfolios that can weather changing market conditions, and how technology is shaping the future of investing. For advisers, this episode offers valuable insight into investor behaviour, the role of platform selection beyond price alone, and practical approaches to helping clients stay focused on their long-term financial goals through periods of market uncertainty.

  8. Jul 6

    NI&P Podcast #25: What does AI mean for protection, inclusion and the future of insurance?

    In this month's special New Insurance and Protection episode of IFA Talk, we explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the insurance and protection landscape and ask whether it can help close the protection gap while improving access for underserved clients. To discuss this, Meg and Sue are joined by Jake Attfield, Head of Strategy at Fair4All Finance. Jake shares his insights on the opportunities and challenges AI presents for insurers. Together, they discuss whether AI risks reinforcing existing barriers through underwriting and product design, or whether it has the potential to deliver fairer, more inclusive protection solutions. Jake also explores the importance of governance and tackling algorithmic bias as insurers continue to invest in AI-driven technologies. The episode also looks at the role of alternative protection models, including pay-as-you-go cover, micro-insurance and parametric insurance, and considers how regulatory initiatives and the Government's Financial Inclusion Strategy could help drive greater innovation and inclusion across the market.

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IFA Magazine‘s ground-breaking weekly editorial podcast, which breaks down the news that is shaping the global investment and economic landscape. Featuring exclusive conversations with the most influential voices in financial services.

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    IFA Magazine
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
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