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The Martin Lewis Podcast

BBC Radio 5 Live

Martin Lewis answers your financial questions, offering valuable money-saving tips.

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73:57

Interest rate cut special: what savers & mortgage...

The Martin Lewis Podcast ·

2025/05/08

Why locking in savings can be a winner. Should you fix your mortgage now or wait? How to get accepted for a mortgage, and more.Martin reacts as the Bank of England cuts UK base interest rates again from 4.5% to 4.25%, we recorded this literally minutes after it happened and focus on answering your questions about the impact on savings and borrowing (especially mortgages)For savers there’s a warning to act quick if you want to fix.Mortgage holders big questions was fix now or wait – we cover that,

48:12

Credit & Debit Card Q&A special: How credit scoring...

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2025/04/30

It’s the credit and debit plastic fantastic masterclass you’ve been waiting for…Martin answers all your questions on how to manage your credit card debt, which are the top cards to use abroad and the myths around your ‘credit score’. Plus find out which are the best 0% deals and how to ooze with stooze. Get in touch with the podcast by emailing martinlewispodcast@bbc.co.uk

61:23

The Shrinkflation Nation | Why now is the time to...

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2025/04/24

The main topic is all about how you could potentially get money back from your energy firm. If you pay by monthly direct debit then Martin explains why you should be checking now if you’re owed serious cash.The Tell Us is about shrinkflation. Where can you find provable evidence of groceries, cleaning productions or cosmetics that are no longer as big as they were.Plus, if you're aged 20 to 25, Martin explains a trick that can get you a free four-year railcard worth £100 via the bank Santander.Get

37:15

Is the £20,000 cash ISA going to be killed? What...

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2025/04/16

Full best buys – and everything you ever wanted to know about cash ISAs but were afraid to ask.With the realistic prospect of the cash ISA limit being reduced in the near future, Martin explains what to do right now to get the most out of your savings. Get in touch… email martinlewispodcast@bbc.co.uk

57:03

Q&A Special: Beat the bill rises, ISAs, Car...

The Martin Lewis Podcast ·

2025/04/02

You ask, Martin answers. A must-listen at this crucial time of year. Martin and Adrian go through the big questions from you as a number of big changes come into force. Plus you tell us about customer service done well, and Adrian tackles a mastermind on credit scores. You can email the podcast team via martinlewispodcast@bbc.co.uk.

54:09

Martin Lewis speaks to Britain's biggest energy boss...

The Martin Lewis Podcast ·

2025/03/27

Martin Lewis puts YOUR questions to Greg Jackson, the boss of Britain’s biggest energy retailer Octopus. Smart meters, profits, standing charges & will prices EVER drop? Plus with energy prices going up by 6.4% next week, is now the time to fix? To get in touch, email martinlewispodcast@bbc.co.uk.

75:37

Beat the urgent ISA deadline – top cash ISAs for...

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2025/03/20

ISA ISA baby!Martin joins Adrian to answer all your questions on savings tax, Cash ISAs, Junior ISAs and more before the fast approaching deadline in April. Chartered Financial Planner Ed Marshall also joins Martin to help with stocks and shares ISAs. You tell us about your financial ‘light bulb’ moments.Plus Martin shares his thoughts on back-billing with MPs… find out why you might not have to pay for energy usage if its more than a year old.Get in touch with the podcast by emailing

59:36

Last Chance! Boost State Pension by £10,000s: a must...

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2025/03/13

Martin’s poorly, but he’s battled through the coughs and splutters because he’s adamant that YOU need to hear how you could boost your state pension by TENS of THOUSANDS of pounds.If you’re aged between 40 and 73 – it’s a must listen.It’s all about missing National Insurance years. Martin brings you a step-by-step guide and a full Q&A. It’s everything you need to know.

58:17

Savings Q&A special – ISAs, savings tax, pay off debt...

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2025/03/06

Martin answers a huge number of questions on savings, on how ISA’s work, where is a safe place to keep your money, the pros and cons of investing, should you be saving or paying off debt and far more.The podcast also covers lots of other subjects such as getting travel insurance for holidays booked a long time ahead, how credit cards really work, what to do if a car finance firm hasn’t replied to your reclaim complaint and more.This week’s Mastermind is all about if borrowing more means you actually

71:54

Energy Price Cap Rise: what to do… and why we pay...

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2025/02/27

The energy price cap, which determines prices for two-thirds of homes will rise by 6.4% in April… yet some people will see rises of up to 9%. In this pod Martin Lewis looks at what it means for you, and how do you beat it.Former head of strategy at BP, Professor Nick Butler - who is now visiting professor at the policy institute at Kings College London - explains why UK energy prices are so much higher than Europe, the problems with the way the price cap is set, and the impact of green energy on

46:47

Pensions Special: Double your investment, how to...

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2025/02/13

A special podcast all about starting and saving in a pension, including the two pension superpowers that instantly double your investment. Martin is joined by Charlotte Jackson from Money Helper, the free and impartial service giving help with money and pensions. They explain how pensions actually work, and whether you should stay opted not your work place pension. Should you consolidate your pensions? How to start your first pension? Should you start a pension for your child? How to get totally

63:10

Car Insurance Prices DROPPING… a perverse warning |...

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2025/02/06

Martin explains why you should still shop around for the best deal, even if your car insurance renewal is lower than last year. Plus reaction to the interest rates cut, the latest on April's energy cap price change and you tell us what your job has taught you about money. To get in touch with the podcast email martinlewispodcast@bbc.co.uk.

65:31

Holiday hacks: cheapest way to spend abroad, car...

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2025/01/30

Martin gives you his holiday tips, everything from the cheapest way to spend abroad to how to maximise your annual leave.The Tell Us this week is all about things your children misunderstand / mis-assume about money.Martin also explains credit rating, how to cut your water bills and how to get £100 off your energy standing charges.To get in touch with the podcast, email martinlewispodcast@bbc.co.uk.

55:59

Banned: Mobile & broadband mid-contract inflation...

The Martin Lewis Podcast ·

2025/01/23

Martin and Adrian talk about new rules that stop surprise price increases in the middle of your contract. Plus how to get the best price on your broadband and where to look for brilliant mobile deals. Plus you share your budgeting tips – and Adrian faces a special wifi Mastermind question. Email martinlewispodcast@bbc.co.uk if you want to get in touch.

69:19

Urgent: beat the energy bills rip off! Are joint...

The Martin Lewis Podcast ·

2025/01/16

After last week’s cold snap, Martin shares his best tips on how to save money on your energy bills, including whether or not it’s worth fixing. In “Tell Us” this week, Martin finds out how people are managing their household finances as well as recommending the best joint accounts. And it’s another round of Mastermind for Adrian, quizzing his knowledge on flight compensation schemes.

62:54

Get travel insurance ASAP or it can be disastrous:...

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2025/01/09

Martin looks at the dos and don’t of getting the best travel insurance deal, plus are cats legally different to dogs? Have energy bills really risen every year, LISAs for retirement, no fault car insurance claims, car hire abroad and more…To get in touch with the podcast, email martinlewispodcast@bbc.co.uk.

61:41

A festive special showcasing some of the best advice...

The Martin Lewis Podcast ·

2024/12/24

A look back at what you need to know about mortgages and how to save as a first-time buyer.A Tell Us about the most joy you’ve ever got from spending under £5 and another one that got a huge response looking at what people did with their first pay packet. Also a Mastermind looking at car insurance.

48:48

A Tell-Us your to need knows special: Inheritance...

The Martin Lewis Podcast ·

2024/12/18

Martin answers your Money Saving and financial questions on topics such as inheritance tax, how much to have in your pension, debt pay off pecking order, life insurance, how interest payments work, cash ISA rules, car finance and even the tax arrangements of Father Christmas.There is also a Mastermind looking at credit card interest repayment.

65:17

Ofgem special: Why are UK energy prices so high? We...

The Martin Lewis Podcast ·

2024/12/12

Martin interviews Jonathan Brearley - the CEO of Great Britain's energy regulator OFGEM.Tell Us is all about your pocket money rules.Mastermind this week looks at your right to return gifts.Plus advice on the best tactics for Scrabble and tips on train ticket refunds and car finance.

57:54

Top Children's Savings | Urgent free cash bank...

The Martin Lewis Podcast ·

2024/12/05

Martin tells you how you can get banks to pay you to switch to their account.Plus the best way for parents and grandparents to save money for children.The Tell Us is about the best thing you’ve ever blagged.And Mastermind tackles the point in life an under 18 starts to pay tax on their earnings.

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