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Which? Money is your home for money news and personal finance hacks. Which? Shorts is your home of narrated pieces from our suite of magazines. And stay tuned for other shows full of advice.
Which? Money is your home for money news and personal finance hacks. Which? Shorts is your home of narrated pieces from our suite of magazines. And stay tuned for other shows full of advice.
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Apr 2, 2026 • 41min
Pension transfers can take ten days - so why are some taking six months?
For many of us, doing admin on our pensions isn’t exactly the most exciting job in the world, but transferring or combining your pots can come with big advantages. So, for those of us who want to do it, why is the process still so painful? In this episode, Which? Money’s Ruby Flanagan joins us to share her research into pension transfers, and reveals the reality faced by Which? members trying to navigate the process and make managing their savings for later life easier. Plus, Lisa Picardo, chief business officer at PensionBee explains why she thinks there should be an industry-standard ten-day timeframe for transfers, rather than relying on decades-old legislation that allows firms to take up to six months. With pension dashboards set to roll out over the next year or so, more people are expected to locate and review their pension pots, likely leading to a rise in transfer requests. Without faster processes and updated regulation, this could create even longer backlogs, highlighting the urgent need for reform. Read more about why pension transfers are taking so long on our website & sign up for our free weekly Money newsletterGet in touch with us via email - podcasts@which.co.uk Podcast listeners can get 50% off an annual Which? membership Become a Which? Money member to access 1-to-1 guidance and receive the Money magazine

Mar 31, 2026 • 11min
Common mistakes when writing a will - and how to avoid them
Making a will is something we all ought to do, but there are common mistakes you really need to avoid - and they’re all pretty easy.In this episode of Which? Shorts, we've spoken to our members to find out their real-life experiences with writing a will to find out which errors are most common, and explain the consequences of not having a watertight document.Plus, we explain what steps you can take to ensure you will is error-free, whether or not you've made a will already.Read more about writing a will on our website & sign up for our free Money newsletterCreate a will with Which? Wills in just four easy stepsIf you're not already a member, join Which? to instantly listen to member exclusive podcasts and gain access to all of our product reviews - all for 50% off your first year's membership

Mar 29, 2026 • 24min
Can we get healthier as we age? Your questions answered
Back in January we brought you a live podcast with our health experts who answered your questions on how to get healthier as you age. We couldn't answer them all, so we've recorded another episode to cover more of your burning health questions. In this bonus episode of our healthy living podcast, we're joined by our public health nutritionist Shefalee Loth and the founder of CityDietitians Sophie Medlin who share their expertise on supplements, exercise and the menopause. Plus, our experts explain whether or not its ever too late to adapt your lifestyle to make you live longer. Read more of our health news and advice on our website & sign up for our free monthly Healthly Living newsletter If you're not already a member, join Which? to instantly listen to member exclusive podcasts and gain access to all of our product reviews - all for 50% off your first year's membership.

Mar 26, 2026 • 27min
The tax advantages of leaving money to charity in your will
If your estate is large enough when you die, inheritance tax will be due on the money and assets you leave behind for your loved ones, but you can reduce the size of the bill by leaving a slice of your wealth to charity. In this episode, Which? Money deputy editor Sam Richardson explains how nominating a charity to receive a portion of your estate can achieve three things: reduce your inheritance tax bill, help your family retain more of your wealth, and support a good cause with funds it can put to good use. Plus, James Buchan from the Which? legal team tells us why it’s important that you have a will and why it should be kept up to date when a big life event happens. Read more ways to avoid inheritance tax on our website & sign up for our free weekly Money newsletter Get in touch with us via email - podcasts@which.co.uk Podcast listeners can get 50% off an annual Which? membership Become a Which? Money member to access 1-to-1 guidance and receive the Money magazine

Mar 25, 2026 • 25min
What do England's new recycling laws mean for you?
From 31 March 2026, a major change is being introduced across councils in England to standardise what is accepted in kerbside bin collections.In this episode, we explain how the Simpler Recycling law is going to change the way you dispose your household recycling waste in England.Read more about the changes on our website & sign up for our free Sustainability newsletterBecome a Which? member for 50% off the usual price

Mar 24, 2026 • 11min
Why are dangerous products still being sold online?
More of us than ever are shopping online. But the regulations that are meant to keep us safe aren't working, putting us at risk from buying dangerous and illegal products through major retailers. In this episode of Which? Shorts, we report on the rise of online marketplaces run by well-known retailers and highlight the significant failings that are leading to people being harmed by unsafe products. Read more of our investiagtion on our website & sign up for our free Weekly Scoop newsletterBecome a Which? member for 50% off the usual price

Mar 23, 2026 • 31min
Are EPC ratings accurate? Uncovering the flaws in energy assessments
Karen Lawrence, a sustainability specialist advising on home energy efficiency and retrofit options. She discusses problems with inaccurate EPCs and assessor standards. She talks about why in-person surveys and proper retrofit assessments matter. She covers financial and practical risks of bad reports and when to use online tools versus whole-house plans.

Mar 19, 2026 • 28min
We reveal the best investment platforms in the UK
Megan Thomas, consumer journalist who breaks down investing behaviour and platform features. Josh Wolfson, senior data journalist who explains methodology, fees and rankings. They reveal top-rated providers and Great Value picks. They demystify ETFs, compare fee structures, discuss ISA rule changes and switching options, and warn about trading app traps and social media hype.

Mar 17, 2026 • 11min
Don't get scammed when buying a travel visa
More countries than ever require tourists to apply for a visa to enter. They should be applied for via official avenues, such as government websites, but our investigation has found that Google is allowing fraudsters to pay for their fake websites to appear at the top of search results.In this episode of Which? Shorts, we reveal what happened when we clicked on those adverts, as we found out what scammers are doing to get their hands on our cash.Read more of our travel news on our website & sign up for our free Travel newsletterBecome a Which? member for 50% off the usual price or join Which? Travel to get the magazine delivered to your door

Mar 16, 2026 • 22min
Why cars are so expensive - and how to find a good deal
Have you ever been in the market for a new car and been shocked by the list prices? You're not alone. We've been investigating why the days of sub-£10,000 motors are long gone.In this episode, we sit down with our cars expert Michael Passingham to analyse why the era of the truly "cheap and cheerful" car seems to be over. He explains how expensive optional extras and high-tech safety features are driving up the prices of new cars, and how that affects the used car market, too.Plus, we explain how you can navigate the car market at a time when the prices of some budget stalwarts have increased threefold in the last two decades.Read all of our car reviews on our website & sign up for our free Cars newsletterTry out our car reliability tool on our website & check out the rankings of the most loved carsGet in touch with us via email - podcasts@which.co.ukPodcast listeners can get 50% off an annual Which? membership


