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This fortnightly podcast reveals the stories from the world of medicine that others don’t, won’t or only very partially report. Aimed at both doctors and the public, it’s hosted by award winning medical journalist and former BBC producer Liz Tucker, who reports not just on the science but on the finance and money that can impact it. Liz asks what does the medical data actually tell us and why is this often interpreted and presented very differently? How do we know what information to trust a ...
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Successful Strides is a new podcast that takes you on a journey through the world of entrepreneurship and life. Your host, Hannah Edwards, of Empowered VA Services, is a virtual assistant and social media manager from Swindon, and she wanted to start this podcast, not only to share her business journey but to hear from a variety of other business owners who have taken the time to sit down with her and share their stories of being a business owner. She also wanted to start this podcast becaus ...
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A podcast aimed at Christian single women to explore practical topics like habits single women should be developing, living with roommates, caring for aging parents and navigating long-distance relationships. "Strength and dignity are her clothing, and she smiles at the future." Proverbs 31:25 smilingatthefuturepodcast@gmail.com
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Volume 1 - The first 999 episodes featuring the best new music by Female Indie Artists and Female-Fronted Bands in all genres hand-picked by Bree Noble. Women of Substance Radio has provided a platform for female Indie talent since 2007 and was transitioned into a Podcast in 2014. Each show features 10 - 15 songs and Host Beth Matthew provides interesting tidbits about the artists.
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Three families share what we spent in the first half of 2024. Who’s spending is the highest and lowest? And is there really a winner or loser!? We’re big fans of intentional spending and not spending more than you earn. We share the nitty gritty details of our spending so far in 2024. Liz, Andrew, and Greg join this week’s podcast as we talk about:…
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Oncologist Professor Robert Thomas, argues along with standard conventional cancer treatments - all of which he uses - that exercise and diet can play a pivotal role in improving cancer outcomes. Robert says for the newer biological therapies which require a patient to have robust immunity, research is revealing that a healthier lifestyle and gut h…
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Today's guest has one hectic schedule! Not only does she have a full time job but she also has a business that she started during the pandemic! I met SIlvia Coletto through a client and didn't meet her in person until after we had recorded the podcast and I have to say she really knows her stuff! We have quite an in depth conversation about how imp…
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Secondhand products can save you money, save the planet, help others earn money, build community, and so much more! We encourage everyone to think secondhand first anytime they want or need something.Liz joins this week’s podcast as we talk about:- Benefits of shopping secondhand and thrifting- Best practices and tips for shopping secondhand- How t…
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Packing less and spending less while traveling abroad or domestically is possible and can make travel much more enjoyable! Travel a bit lighter and spend a bit less to splurge on the stuff that matters. Join us for a discussion on intentional travel spending.Greg joins this week’s podcast as we talk about:- Why we pack light when traveling with our…
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Author and journalist Tom Mueller, after meeting whistleblowers working in the US dialysis industry seven years ago, decided to investigate further. Tom argues what he found is a cautionary tale not just about dialysis, but about the impact on healthcare of for profit medicine in general. His book How to Make A Killing: Death, Dollars and the Busin…
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My guest today is Simon Read. Simon is a multi-business entrepreneur who not only runs his two businesses but also fits in his own radio show and supporting his other half with her networking business which means four networking events a month PLUS their social events! Despite his very busy calendar Simon manages to fit in some golf networking and …
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It’s not about what you make, it’s about the difference between what you make and what you spend. If you know those two numbers you can calculate your savings rates, and if you know it you can improve upon it. Liz joins this week’s podcast as we talk about: - The number one most important metric for achieving early retirement - How to calculate you…
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Biblical counselor Dr. Ernie Baker shares insights on how couples can grow in relational and communication skills by answering the following questions: What are God-honoring motives for pursuing growth in these two areas? What is the difference between character qualities and relational skills? What are the core areas of communication we need to pu…
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Actionable advice to stop comparing yourself to others and start focusing on your own life. We all compare ourselves to others, but we also know comparison is the thief of joy and we will be happier when we learn to spend less time comparing and more time living. Andew joins this week’s podcast as we talk about: - The importance of tracking expense…
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Investigative reporter Michael Moss has spent many years uncovering just what it is about processed and fast food that makes it so hard for many of us to resist. This is the final podcast of three that I am doing in conjunction with the International Food addiction Consensus conference held on 17th May. Michael says he now believes from his decades…
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On today's episode of Successful Strides I'm joined by the fabulous Louise Hunt Skelley PLY who has had the most AMAZING career ever. Our conversation got so in depth that we've had to get another date in the diary for part 2! We discuss her time at school, how she got into tennis, the support of her family, her wonderful husband Chris Hunt Skelley…
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Start doing the things rather than just saying the things. Learn how to transform your intentions into actions and, in the process, close the execution gap that many of us struggle with. Erica joins this week’s podcast as we talk about: - How to transform your intentions into actions - Closing the execution gap - The power of habits and our favorit…
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Sarah Dougherty helps us understand the rich meaning and application of the virtue of “kindness” by answering the following questions: what is the biblical definition of kindness, and how is it different from the world’s version? How do we cultivate this fruit of the spirit? Why do we need to be trained how to be kind? And why is it so important th…
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Understanding the science and root of perfectionism can help us to focus on the good and let go of the bad. We encourage you to focus on progress over perfection and leverage that mindset to improve your finances. Greg joins this week’s podcast as we talk about: - The science of perfectionism - How perfectionism can be helpful and harmful - The thr…
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Psychiatrist Dr. Anna Lembke discusses how addictive substances like alcohol and drugs cause our dopamine levels to rocket, and reveals - perhaps surprisngly - that highly processed, high sugar food can also have a similar effect on our brains. This is the second podcast of three that I'm doing in conjunction with the International Food Addiction C…
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My guest today has a story to tell and it is one I was quite excited to help him share with the world. I had only met Jeff for ten minutes at a networking event before telling him that I wanted to have him as a guest on this podcast. Not only does Jeff have two businesses (and he’ll be back to talk about them with us another day!) but, with two of …
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Finances can be one of the most stressful parts of a relationship, but they don’t need to be. We share actionable advice for setting up your finances with your partner, focusing on transparency and alignment. Liz joins this week’s podcast as we talk about: - The various ways to organize your finances with a partner or spouse - The pros and cons of …
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Biblical counselor Greg Gifford brings clarity to understanding the motives of our heart by answering the following questions: Why do our motives matter so much to God? What are questions someone can ask themselves to identify their motives? How should we interact with the tension of mixed motives? What is the process for purifying our motives? And…
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The financial services industry often profits from the misconception that managing your investments is too complex, leading you to believe that you should pay them to do it for you. This just isn’t true, and we debunk this myth and explain how to transition from relying on a financial advisor to managing your own investments. Andrew joins this week…
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Dr Rob Lustig discusses whether it’s really possible to become addicted to food, and if it is, does that change how we view those who struggle in their relationship with food? In our conversation, Rob argues that the phrase "food addiction" is a misnomer, and that the real issue is food additive addiction. He says all the medical evidence suggests …
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On the very first episode of Successful Strides with Hannah Edwards, I’m joined by PR expert Fiona Scott, of Scott Media, who joins me to share the story of her business journey and the lessons that she’s learnt along the way! Fiona and I have worked together for seven years so, having learnt so much from her during that time, it only made sense to…
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Actionable advice to stop comparing yourself to others and start focusing on your own life. We all compare ourselves to others, but we also know comparison is the thief of joy and we will be happier when we learn to spend less time comparing and more time living. Erica joins this week’s podcast as we talk about: - Why it’s so dangerous to compare o…
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Greg joins this week's podcast, and we share our most significant reflections and learnings after two years of being early-retired. We break it down into our eight biggest learnings: There’s nothing to be afraid of, be patient and kind with yourself, do less and set boundaries, monitor your hustling and what you’re chasing, structure and routine ad…
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Successful Strides is a new podcast that takes you on a journey through the world of entrepreneurship and life. Your host, Hannah Edwards, of Empowered VA Services, is a virtual assistant and social media manager from Swindon, and she wanted to start this podcast, not only to share her business journey but to hear from a variety of other business o…
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Dawn Harcus explains the spiritual mothering model laid out in Titus 2 by answering the following questions: We have the Scriptures and the Holy Spirit, but why does God incorporate the human element of training into our sanctification? Is spiritual mothering best done in groups or one-on-one? Who is responsible for initiating this relationship? Sh…
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Liz joins this week's podcast, and we talk about all things emergency funds. We start with why it’s so important to have an emergency fund and what emergency funds are meant to be used for versus not. We dig into all of the things you need to know about emergency funds, from where to keep it to how much you need in one. In addition to giving some g…
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Andrew joins this week's podcast, and we talk about all of the things we don’t spend money on. We’re all about intentional spending, and we spend a lot of time talking about what we do spend our money on, and it’s interesting to also reflect on what we’re not spending money on. Check out which of us isn’t spending on car washes, house cleaning serv…
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Erica joins this week's podcast, and we talk about exhaustion, how it’s impacting our finances, and how we can mitigate exhaustion to improve our lives. We start off by discussing an article in TIME magazine about exhaustion, which shares three often overlooked causes of exhaustion: unsustainable lifestyles, stress beyond our control, and financial…
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Greg joins this week's podcast, and we share why and how we’re migrating our investments from Wealthfront to Fidelity, which will save us $20K+ in fees over the next ten years. We share how this will save us money, allow us to receive dividends instead of auto reinvesting them, better control our portfolio, and improve our performance. We share the…
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Lynne Brown walks us through how to recover from failure by answering the following questions: How do we recover in those moments when we fail to live up to our expectations or the expectations of others? When a Christian fails and sins, what is the process of restoration? In what ways does the painful experience of failure serve as a gracious gift…
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In the last few decades, there has been a huge increase in allergy and allergic reactions, but why? Just what has changed in our health and environment to bring this about? Consultant NHS allergist Dr Sophie Farooque discusses one of the biggest puzzles in medicine. For example peanut allergies were almost unknown before the 1990s, but today it and…
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Liz joins this week's podcast for a very impromptu discussion where we reveal our Amazon and Target purchases for the last few months. We review each other’s purchases and discuss what we’re spending our money on lately and how it makes us feel. We each aim to focus on intentional spending, and reviewing your expenses with a friend is a fun way to …
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For the 50th Inside Out Money episode, Maggie interviews two early-retiree couples at campFI: Stacey & Andy and Amber & Bob. They share their stories of how they prepared for early retirement, challenges and learnings along the way, and much more. They also talk about their feelings along the journey, how they’re maintaining a sense of purpose and …
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Musician and music educator Kellie Cunningham guides our understanding of the theology behind singing by answering the following questions: Why did God design and command us to sing? Can you explain why it's important to listen to and sing music that is biblically sound? Why is congregational singing so important for believers? For someone who does…
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Dr Jason Fung argues that much of what we think we know about weight loss is simply wrong. Jason says that the critical factor in losing weight is hormones - not calories. He believes calorie counting is an overly simplistic approach. And that actually dieting may be the worst thing you can do, because it slows your metabolic rate which actually ma…
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Andrew joins this week's podcast, and we discuss the difference between deprivation and discipline, how they are interrelated, and why it all matters. We dig into the reality of needs versus wants and how reframing deprivation as discipline can help you improve your finances and other aspects of your life. We wrap up the discussion with recommendat…
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Pastor Philip De Courcy brings the comfort of God's Word to help us identify and overcome sinful fear by answering the following questions: How do we discern the differences between natural, sinful, and holy fear? How are we as Christians to understand the supposed disconnect between our theology of God’s protection and our experience? What is the …
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Beth Zupec–Kania is a dietician and nutritionist, who has spent over 30 years developing very low carb - otherwise known as ketogenic diets - to treat a range of both physical and mental health conditions. She has worked with many of the leading neurologists and psychiatrists pioneering this field. I heard Beth speak at a conference Metabolic Psych…
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Erica joins this week's podcast, and we discuss the economics of happiness and what research shows will and won’t make you happier. We share the macronutrients of happiness, according to David Brooks and Oprah, and how we should be striving to be happier versus a fixed ideal nirvana state of happiness. We talk through each of the factors that can h…
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Liz joins this week's podcast, and somehow, we’re deciding to smash or pass common financial rules. We explain many common financial rules around savings, investing, and buying a house and car and dig into whether we’d smash or pass on the rule and why. In addition to a lot of laughing, we hope you also learn something new. Get the full show notes,…
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Biblical counselor Hannah Fuller offers encouragement to persevere well through trials by answering the following questions: How does perseverance look different for a Christian, and what fruit is produced when we persevere well? When we are in an extended challenge how do we guard our minds and hearts from despair? How do we persevere through the …
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Dr Barbara Mintzes and Dr Joel Lexchin, have recently published a review paper on the weight loss drug Wegovy (generic name semaglutide). They discuss it and the new generation of similar obesity medications. The hype surrounding this new class of drugs has been huge, but is it justified? These pharmaceuticals are called glucagon-like peptide 1 ago…
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Andrew joins this week's podcast, and we discuss a metric we love but think many people likely don’t track. We explain the lifetime gross savings rate (aka lifetime wealth ratio), how to calculate it, and why we like this particular metric. This is the one metric that can encapsulate your lifetime financial progress combined with the efficiency of …
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Greg joins this week's podcast, and we share how we met and how our financial and life discussions progressed to end up early retiring together in 2022. Did you know research supports that saving money is a sexy quality in a partner!? We talk about love and money more generally, and how you can keep a relationship strong without spending a lot of m…
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For those of you who followed SINGLES ONLY Podcast for years, catch host Paul Farahvar's new show WHY ARE YOU AWAKE.Comedian Paul Farahvar (Singles Only!) talks to other night owls on the new podcast WHY ARE YOU AWAKE. Here is a sample of the podcast with Dwayne Kennedy available where you podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/65i20VoQK2F8…
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Chris Hamilton shares the wisdom in seeking counsel by answering the following questions: what are the areas of life where counsel is useful? How many counselors should someone have in their life? What are the characteristics of a discerning counselor? What are the types of questions you should ask when seeking counsel? What weight should counsel h…
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Dr Mark Horowitz discusses why psychiatric medication has turned out to be far harder to stop than any one expected. For Mark, this is as much a personal as well as a professional interest. For as a patient, at one point he was taking five different psychiatric drugs. Ironically, although Mark was working in London at the Institute of Psychiatry, h…
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