Best Catherine Emerson Podcasts (2024)

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88. The Psychology of Index Investing 38:20

32m ago38:20

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In this episode, we're joined by an expert guest - Cam Irvine. Cam brings extensive experience from the financial services industry, having worked for one of the most successful mutual fund managers in the US before becoming a highly qualified NZ financial planner. Specializing in working with ex-pats and those with significant property-based wealt…

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Nihal Arthanayke, Henry Normal, Donna Ashworth, Lisa Goodwin-Allen, Mike Harding, The Lovely Eggs 34:49

3d ago34:49

34:49

Nihal Arthanayake presents Loose Ends from the third annual Morecambe Poetry Festival. He's joined by Henry Normal. Henry is a writer, poet, TV and film producer who has been involved with many of our most loved comedies, such as The Mrs Merton Show, The Royal Family, Gavin and Stacey and Alan Partridge. He's a prolific poet, and his latest collect…

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Airbnb Horror Story, Taylor Swift & FOMO | Money Moments with Cat & Christine 1:01:54

7d ago1:01:54

1:01:54

Today we’re back with another Money Moments episode, where we chat to real Kiwis about their experience with money. In this episode, we’re back again in the hot seat to give you an update on what’s going on with our lives financially. Our last check-in was back in May - about 4 months ago so there is catching up to do. Let’s get stuck in! Specifica…

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Russell Watson, Jackie Kay, Deborah McAndrew and Adam Kay join Nihal with music from The Lemon Twigs 0:28

10d ago0:28

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The tenor Russell Watson's remarkable career took him from playing from working mens clubs in Salford to performing at the Vatican. But his life hasn't been completely charmed - he discusses the brain tumour that threatened his life as well as his voice and how he found his way back to centre stage. Jackie Kay is one of the UK's most lauded poets w…

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Ubering Gym Bags, Valuing Time & Investment Property | Money Moments With Ravi Chand 1:10:44

14d ago1:10:44

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In this week’s episode of Money Moments, we chat with Ravi Chand, Operations Manager at Lighthouse Financial. Ravi shares his money habits and the journey that got him to where he is today. Specifically, we discuss: The money mindset(s) he uses daily to manage his lifestyle What money habits he’s proud of (and a few he’s embarrassed by) How he foun…

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Richard Armitage, Rianne Downey, Chris Brookmyre, Dr Marisa Haetzman, Suzy Aspley, Chloe Matharu 35:58

17d ago35:58

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From Bloody Scotland Crime Writing Festival in Stirling. Richard Armitage’s CV is already packed with roles, including a string of stellar acting credits in the likes of The Hobbit, North and South, Robin Hood, and Spooks. Now he’s added author to the list with his debut novel Geneva. Ambrose Parry is not one writer but two – it's the penname of in…

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Farming Sustainable Wool, Country Calendar & Growing a Business | Money Moments: Sophie Hurley, Founder of Honest Wolf 51:06

21d ago51:06

51:06

Today, we’re back with another Money Moments episode, where we chat with real Kiwis about their experiences with money. In the hot seat today is Sophie Hurley. Sophie is a farmer, mum, and the founder of Honest Wolf, an ethical New Zealand luxury wool brand. Recently, she was honoured with the 2023 Supreme Award and Emerging Business Award at the R…

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Sir Ian Rankin, Michelle McManus, Kim Carnie, Shane Todd, Len Pennie, Luke La Volpe 36:13

24d ago36:13

36:13

Sir Ian Rankin’s much-loved detective Rebus has had a big year, with a fresh BBC TV adaptation in the summer, and now a return to the stage. Clive Anderson hears about new play Rebus: A Game Called Malice which was written by Sir Ian and Simon Reade, it's touring the UK. Michelle McManus chats to poet and women’s rights advocate Len Pennie who rose…

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87. Alternatives to Investment Property 29:22

28d ago29:22

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In this week’s episode, we chat about something near and dear to many Kiwi investors—investment property! When it comes to investing, many Kiwis often default to the dream of owning multiple properties with the hope of benefiting from capital gains and that sweet rental income. But are investment properties the only way to set ourselves up for fina…

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Elaine C Smith, Nathan Carter, Christopher Macarthur-Boyd, Becky Sikasa, Claire Love Wilson 36:38

1M ago36:38

36:38

Elaine C. Smith has delighted audiences for decades, including work on TV shows like BBC Scotland’s Two Doors Down. In her latest project she joins the touring cast of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and takes on a character that used to terrify her - The Childcatcher. Claire Love Wilson is a Scottish-Canadian theatre-maker, actor, and singer-songwriter wh…

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5 Years of Kernel: Entrepreneurship Challenges and What’s Next? | Money Moments with Dean Anderson 34:18

1M ago34:18

34:18

In this episode of Money Moments, Christine catches up with Dean Anderson, the founder and CE of Kernel. It’s been two years since Dean last appeared on the podcast, so we thought it was the perfect time for him to update us on both his professional journey and personal milestones. In this episode, we discuss: The toughest and most rewarding aspect…

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Su Pollard, Michelle McManus, Camille O'Sullivan, Chris Grace, Catherine Cohen, Sinéad Gleeson 35:11

1M ago35:11

35:11

Actress and singer Su Pollard’s new tour Still Fully Charged celebrates her 50 years in showbiz – she catches up with Michelle McManus about what keeps her hooked, and being beaten by a dog in a talent competition. Clive Anderson chats to comedian and actor Chris Grace. He’s returned to Edinburgh after his sold-out 2023 run, this time with a packed…

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86. Is University Worth the Cost? 46:02

1M ago46:02

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Today, we dive into some of the costs of university education and weigh the pros and cons to help you make an informed decision. Please note: that this episode is not about convincing you one way or another but to chat about the factors that might sway your choice from a financial standpoint. In this episode, we cover: What our university experienc…

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Jason Byrne, Marjolein Robertson, David Ireland, Isabella Nefar, Catriona Price, Two Hearts 33:23

1M ago33:23

33:23

Clive Anderson is joined by comedian Jason Byrne who returns to Edinburgh for his 28th consecutive Fringe with No Show, a performance that will be totally new each night. Playwright and actor David Ireland’s award-winning plays Cyprus Avenue and Ulster American have had success across the world. His latest play The Fifth Step stars Jack Lowden and …

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Bobby Davro, Michelle McManus, Lara Ricote, Hamish Hawk, Virginia Gay, A Giant on the Bridge 35:17

2M ago35:17

35:17

From the Edinburgh Festivals, Clive Anderson and Michelle McManus talk to actor, comedian and family favourite Bobby Davro about his beginnings in TV entertainment, his acting journey and finding comedy through tough times – something he explores in his show Everything is Funny...If You Can Laugh at It. Lara Ricote, a former winner of the Edinburgh…

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Money Q&A: Should I Borrow Money to Invest in a Business? 27:51

2M ago27:51

27:51

Today we’re back with a Money Q&A - where we answer questions submitted by you, the lovely listeners of the pod. In this episode, we answer these two questions: Should I borrow money to invest in a business? I have $5,000 left on my student loan should I pay it off? If you enjoyed today's show, we'd LOVE for you to rate & review it on Apple Podcast…

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85. What Happened in The Sharemarkets This Week? 16:25

2M ago16:25

16:25

The last week (5-9th August 2024) has been a volatile time in international sharemarkets. As investors, it can be easy to read dramatic news headlines about and react to them, so we wanted to take the chance to chat through specifically what happened in the sharemarkets, and what this means for you as the everyday investor. To share insights and pr…

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84. 5 Simple Actions To Take With Your Money 40:29

2M ago40:29

40:29

This month is Money Month in New Zealand, an annual campaign by Sorted (Retirement Commission) to raise awareness about money, and help Kiwis improve their finances. Knowing where to start with your money can often be the trickiest part, so today's episode covers 5 simple actions you can take this Money Month to improve your financial situation - f…

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Ewan Mitchell, Jon Holmes, Julia Fordham and Kym Marsh. 36:05

2M ago36:05

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This week Stuart is joined by Jon Holmes who's producing a new play at the Edinburgh Festival - which explores what happens when the camera moves on from a relationship forged on a Love Island-style reality show. And there are definitely some strained relationships in the second series of House of the Dragon - but they're more the kind that result …

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83. Active vs. Passive: What Drives Your Investment Style? 24:37

2M ago24:37

24:37

In today's podcast episode, we’ll be chatting with you about the key drivers behind people choosing their investment style. The active vs passive investing strategies have been hotly debated for a long time. But how do you convince someone that one is 'better' than the other without just spitting out facts? More importantly, what are the underlying…

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Damian Lewis; Elf Lyons; Gareth Malone; Rachel Ramsay; Gia Ford; Esme Emerson; Clive Anderson; Emma Freud 36:54

2M ago36:54

36:54

Clive Anderson and Emma Freud present Loose Ends from Latitude Festival in Suffolk. They'll talk to the actor-turned-musician Damian Lewis who will discuss his latest album Mission Creep and why he's chosen to go back to his musical roots when he could have rested on his Hollywood laurels as the star of Homeland and Billions. The UK's favourite cho…

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Starting a Business in Your 20s, Investing in Your Health and Property | Money Moments: Elise Dalrymple-Keast 1:28:52

2M ago1:28:52

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Today we’re back with another Money Moments episode, where we chat to real Kiwis about their experience with money. In this episode, we're joined by loyal podcast listener, Elise Dalrymple-Keast, who went from working 6 part-time social media jobs during university to building a digital marketing agency with a team of 7 and generating millions of d…

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Nina Conti, Tom Kerridge, Samantha Spiro, Donna Leon, Clive Anderson, That Woman, Braimah Kanneh-Mason & Plínio Fernandes 38:39

2M ago38:39

38:39

Clive will talk monkeys, masks and improvisation with comic Nina Conti who is honing a brand new show Whose Face is it Anyway? and about to release her directing debut a feature film called Sunlight; Chef Tom Kerridge's been on a culinary tour of the UK for a new cookbook and TV show and has plenty to say about our food, farming and how to pronounc…

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82: Money Guilt: Understanding and Overcoming It 57:57

3M ago57:57

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Feeling guilty about your spending habits? In this episode, we uncover the psychology behind money guilt and offer practical tips to manage it. But what do we mean when we talk about money guilt? Money Coach Marnita Oppermann defines money guilt as “dealing with feelings of remorse, shame, or anxiety because of financial decisions or circumstances.…

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Mastering Email Marketing: Essential Strategies Beyond Social Media for Business Growth 22:37

3M ago22:37

22:37

Welcome back to Strategy for Creatives: Business Minus the Bullshit! In this replay episode, originally aired on December 14, 2021, your host, Sasha dives deep into the world of email marketing. If you're a female-led business looking to grow authentically and meaningfully, this episode is for you. Episode Highlights: Introduction to Email Marketin…

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Griffin Dunne, Marc Almond, Ruth Ware, Sophie Duker, Nadine Shah, Stuart Maconie 36:36

3M ago36:36

36:36

The actor, producer and now memoirist Griffin Dunne on growing up in Hollywood in a family of literary stars including his aunt Joan Didion, on his own screen success opposite Madonna in Who's That Girl and in After Hours and the real-life tragedy that changed his life forever. Soft Cell front man Marc Almond on his early days as a subversive perfo…

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Maximize Your Marketing: Why Every Business Needs a Blog 21:22

3M ago21:22

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In this replay episode of "Strategy for Creatives: Business Minus the Bullshit," Sasha delves into the essential topic of blogging for businesses. Originally aired in December 2021, this episode provides timeless insights into why every business should incorporate blogging into their marketing strategy. With the increasing unreliability of social m…

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81. Money Tips To Get Through Tough Times 42:17

3M ago42:17

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Today we’re going to run through a few money tips to help get you through tough financial times. It’s a challenging time out there right now for many people; interest rates have risen and remained high, therefore those who own homes are particularly struggling to cover the cost of their mortgage. Further, the cost of living is generally very high, …

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Iwan Thomas, Chloe Petts, Lottie Gross, Raghu Dixit, Kiioto, Anna Ptaszynski 33:35

3M ago33:35

33:35

Stuart is joined in the Salford Loose Ends studio by the Welsh Sprinter Iwan Thomas, who held the UK 400m record for 25 years. His new memoir 'Brutal', tells his story - one of speed, the drive to succeed and an extremely high tolerance for pain. . Comedian Chloe Petts is gearing up for the Edinburgh Fringe, and in perhaps the ultimate highbrow/low…

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Business Strategist vs. Business Coach: Key Differences and When to Hire Each 26:53

3M ago26:53

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Welcome back to Strategy for Creatives: Business Minus the Bullshit! This is a replay of one of our foundational episodes, originally aired on October 19, 2021. In this episode, Sasha delves into the differences between a business strategist and a business coach. Learn when to hire each, what to expect from their services, and how they can help ele…

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80. The Realities of Job Hunting in 2024 1:02:00

3M ago1:02:00

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Today we’re diving into the employment landscape. Whether you’re actively job hunting or just keeping an eye out, this episode has something for everyone. To help answer all our burning questions and provide an update on the current employment market, we're joined by Minta Holton, NZ Director at HOME Recruitment. HOME Recruitment specializes in tra…

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David Baddiel, Richard Thompson, Abigail Cruttenden, Noorruddean Choudry, Amy Gledhill, Stuart Maconie 35:56

3M ago35:56

35:56

An eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedyBy BBC Radio 4

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5 Common Marketing Mistakes to Avoid and Boost Your Business Growth 22:00

3M ago22:00

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Welcome back to Strategy for Creatives: Business Minus the Bullshit! This is a replay of one of our most popular episodes, originally aired on September 20, 2022. In this episode, Sasha examines the common marketing mistakes that many business owners make and provides actionable advice on how to avoid them. Tune in to learn how to streamline your m…

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79. Upcoming Tax Changes: What to Know 17:38

3M ago17:38

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Today we're diving into the latest tax changes announced in the 2024 Budget. We'll break down what these changes mean for you, focusing on the new tax thresholds, adjustments to the Independent Earner Tax Credit, and the introduction of the Family Boost initiative. Disclaimer: While we aim to provide clarity on these updates, everyone's financial s…

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Charlie Higson, Bilal Zafar, Pravesh Kumar, English Teacher and Alexandra Whittingham join Stuart Maconie. 37:28

3M ago37:28

37:28

Joining Stuart in our Salford studio are Charlie Higson. After writing several books in the bestselling 'Young Bond' series, Charlie has written his first Bond for Adults. Stand up Bilal Zafar's new show 'Imposter' is about a once harmonious house-share that goes very wrong and Pravesh Kumar has written 'Frankie Goes to Bollywood', a new musical ab…

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Money Q&A: Winning Lotto, Investing Overseas & More! 30:33

4M ago30:33

30:33

In today's Q&A episode, we'll be answering DM's from the gram as well as a few customer queries from Kernel. This time, we'll be answering questions such as: What are some common pitfalls when investing a lump sum, in this case, we use the 7 million dollar Powerball winners If you should tell your friends and family if you win the lotto Can you inv…

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Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall, Tara Fitzgerald, Paul Sinha, Bess Atwell, Jazz Emu, Clive Anderson 36:21

4M ago36:21

36:21

The comedian Paul Sinha is a man of many careers - from working GP to sucessful stand up to his role as "The Sinnerman" in ITV's quiz show The Chase. He joins Clive to talk about his new autobiogaphy - Once Sinha Lifetime - charting his extraordinary Bengali family background through the peaks and troughs of his own working life to his recent medic…

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78. Public Schools VS Private Schools 36:32

4M ago36:32

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Today we’ll be chatting about whether private schools are “worth” the investment. We'll look at both the cost of sending your children to private school vs public, and weigh up some potential pros and cons of doing so. Disclaimer: the school you send your child to is very personal to your family, the child and your financial situation. This is not …

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Laura Smyth, Caitlin Moran, John Hopkins and Alex Lowe join Stuart Maconie. With music from Dexys 35:37

4M ago35:37

35:37

After a series of best-selling books focussing on girls and women Caitlin Moran turns her attention to the lads in ‘What About Men?’. Find out if comedian Laura Smyth is indeed living her best life on the ‘Living My Best Life’ tour and Alex Lowe tells us what makes his Clinton Baptise character so popular. John Hopkins on playing Henry Higgins in M…

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77. What is Relationship Property? 1:03:37

4M ago1:03:37

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Today we’re back to chat about all things relationship property. Relationship property can be a bit of a sticky subject, particularly if you are approaching being in a de facto relationship, looking at getting married or otherwise. To chat with us today is a special guest joining us to share his knowledge on the topic, as we're by no means an exper…

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Stephen Merchant, Plum Sykes, Adeel Akhtar, and Kate Bradbury join Clive Anderson with music by LYRA and Madeleine Peyroux 35:51

4M ago35:51

35:51

Stephen Merchant - the BAFTA, Emmy and Golden Globe winning actor, comedian and writer behind hits like The Office and Extras - joins Clive Anderson and Athena Kugblenu to talk about a new series of The Outlaws, a hugely popular crime caper set on a Bristol community service project; the Vogue journalist and author Plum Sykes will discuss her new n…

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Money Moments: Cat & Christine - 2024 Mid Year Update 54:38

4M ago54:38

54:38

Today we’re back with another Money Moments episode, where we chat to real Kiwis about their experience with money. This time, the real Kiwis are us! In this episode, we’re in the hot seat to give you an update on what’s going on with our lives financially. Our last check-in was back in December about 6 months ago, so let’s get stuck in on what we'…

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Jan Ravens, Viv Groskop and Tiff Murray with music from The Will Barnes Quartet and Aleighcia Scott 32:01

4M ago32:01

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Clive is joined by impressionist Jan Ravens (who brings along Liz Truss and Theresa May) chatting about the challenge of developing an impersonation and what happens when the politician who forms part of your act gets the boot...Award-winning novelist Tiffany Murray describes her unusually starry childhood at the residential recording studio Rockfi…

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76. How do I Change my Investments as I Approach my Goal? 34:12

4M ago34:12

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Many of us have goals we're saving towards, whether for the short, medium, or long term. If your goal is in the medium term (3-5 years) or long term (5+ years), you might wonder if you need to adjust your investments or savings strategy as you get closer to achieving it. Or, you might be nearing your goal and not realize it could be beneficial to c…

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Frank Skinner, Maxine Peake, Kathryn Hughes, Rachel Fairburn join Stuart Maconie with music by Willy Vlautin and Phoebe Green 37:02

5M ago37:02

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Joining Stuart Maconie in our Salford studio are the comedians Frank Skinner and Rachael Fairburn. In Frank's latest stand up show '30 years of Dirt' he has his comedic eye firmly on the dirty joke, while Rachel Fairburn's showgirl finds her moving away from boozing and towards crystals - will it last? Maxine Peake stars in Robin/Red/Breast at Manc…

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Money Moments: Colin Magee - Co Founder & CEO of Catalist Markets 49:08

5M ago49:08

49:08

Today we're back with another Money Moments episode, where we chat to real Kiwis about money. In this episode, we are joined by Colin Magee, CEO of Catalist, the stock exchange connecting everyday investors and Kiwi businesses with big potential. Colin has over 2 decades of experience in financial services working as a finance lawyer in London and …

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Julie Hesmondhalgh, Sacha Lord, Eddi Reader, Benji Waterhouse, Kathryn Williams & Withered Hand, Fairground Attraction 34:07

5M ago34:07

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Stuart Maconie is joined by Sacha Lord who offers some Tales from the Dancefloor, Julie Hesmondhalgh talks about the impact of a single punch which is considered in a new play by James Graham at the Nottingham Playhouse. Dr Benji Waterhouse, a frontline NHS psychiatrist, discusses his new book You Don't Have to be Mad to Work Here and there's music…

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75. How KiwiSaver Works Behind the Scenes 34:00

5M ago34:00

34:00

In today's podcast episode, we’ll be answering the question of - how does the KiwiSaver joining/transfer process work behind the scenes? While expectations around banking/financial services these days are instant, unfortunately, the case with KiwiSaver transfers and many other investments isn't. Whether you're moving to NZ and starting KiwiSaver fo…

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The Zutons play for Stuart Maconie with Rhod Gilbert, Kathy Lette, Carla Henry, Luke Wright and Bryony Jarman Pinto 37:37

5M ago37:37

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The comedian Rhod Gilbert gave up touring and TV appearances last year when he got cancer. Now he's back - a newly focussed man - with a show called 'Rhod Gilbert & The Giant Grapefruit', all about the big bitter diagnosis he had to swallow; the best-selling novelist Kathy Lette's latest book is called The Revenge Club and is based on a real life c…

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74. Scams (A Sugar Daddy or A Scam?) 19:43

5M ago19:43

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In today's podcast episode, we’ll be chatting to you all about scams. Scams are a hot topic at the moment, just google ‘scams nz’ and look at the news and there are SO many recent articles sharing how someone has been scammed out of a significant amount of money. So let’s chat about how you can avoid them. In this episode we specifically chatted ab…

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