The Martin Lewis Podcast

Martin Lewis shares his visit to No. 11 Downing Street and his conversation with the Chancellor. Strategies for cutting credit card debt are discussed. Listeners share their financial tips. Other topics include ISAs, child benefit, inflation, managing debt, money-saving tips, cashback accounts, childcare support, and a Groupon cinema deal.

This is The Martin Lewis Podcast festive special, a compilation of some of the best Money Masterminds of the year. Regular listeners will know Martin quizzes 5 Live’s Nihal Arthanayake on his financial knowhow each week, so we’ve compiled some of the best for you lucky lucky podcast listeners to enjoy!

On this week’s episode, Martin gives listeners his advice on how to spot a scam and hears the terrible experience of ‘Lisa’, who was scammed by criminals using Martin’s name. Martin also has some energy saving deals to share, and answers more of your questions on personal finance.

Learn about the importance of wills and power of attorney. Get tips for getting the best service from call centers. Understand the significance of having a power of attorney. Discover the benefits of pension contributions and tax relief. Uncover secret tips shared by call center operatives. Explore the challenges and tips for working in a call center.

On this weeks podcast, Martin discusses the 5% energy price hike and gives his reaction to the Autumn Statement. Plus a surprise Mastermind appearance from a special guest!

Martin talks about how to get free flight upgrades and how to cut your credit card interest even if rejected for 0%. He also has tips on how you and a friend can ear £50 each for switching energy providers and the best way your kids can get an 'actual' letter from Santa this Christmas.02.36 Flight upgrades 05.10 Inflation rate 11.32 More flight upgrades 20.35 Credit card interest rates 36:00 Matin's tips on how you and a friend can make £50 by switching energy companies 37:28 Martin's tips on how your kids can get an 'actual' letter from Santa 39:54 More flight upgrades 44:12 Mastermind: how much interest can your children earn before it is taxable?

The podcast discusses the benefits and rules of using Lifetime ISAs for first-time homebuyers, compares payment methods for spending abroad, and shares heartwarming stories of exceptional customer service. It also provides tips on saving money and energy usage and highlights a deal on discounted Bailey's.

He also quizzes Nihal on where he is up to with making a will, and they discuss how to deal with financial anxiety. Plus, this week’s ‘Tell Us’ is all about acts of financial kindness.03:22 Nihal’s Will 13:30 Wallet Workout 27:10 Administration anxiety 43:50 Mastermind 50:30 Tips

All former students with student loans should check if they can reclaim £100s or even £1,000s. Martin explains who is eligible and how to reclaim.Also PPI reclaiming is back. New legal action means you could you reclaim £1,000s (even if you were paid before) if you had a loan, credit card, car finance, catalogue debt etc. Listen to find out if you are eligible to reclaim and how to get the money if you are.

Martin discusses the rising costs of car and home insurance and provides tips on getting the best deals. He also emphasizes the need for financial education in schools. Other topics include strategies to reduce car insurance costs for young drivers, taking breaks from social media and work, rising insurance costs and tips for home and car insurance, playing a game called 'money mastermind,' and understanding the impact of minimum repayments on debt.