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Anonymous. Honest. Real. Callers talk to the Money Medics about their private financial dilemmas and help shed some light on that most taboo topic: money. They’ll cover the topics everyone wants to hear about, but that no one wants to discuss, like money in relationships, the stigma of renting and how claiming benefits really feels. For further resources discussed in each episode visit @zopamoney and @moneymedics on Instagram or www.zopa.com/podcasts
Episodes
Thursday Feb 25, 2021
“I lost my job because of Covid”
Thursday Feb 25, 2021
Thursday Feb 25, 2021
“I had this plan that I was going to build up savings, then get an emergency fund, but these are all things I’ve had to put on the backburner and I see myself being set back years”
In this week’s episode, our anonymous guests talks about the impact of Covid on her finances and mental health. After being furloughed, she lost her job and ended up claiming Universal Credit. She talks honestly and emotionally about how this felt, how she got through and how she’s slowly turning her situation around. Then, the Money Medics discuss the shame they also faced when claiming Universal Credit and even using pay day loans to navigate difficult times.
You can find more information about the podcast and extra resources by visiting our Instagram pages @zopamoney and @moneymedics as well as the Zopa website. If money worries are affecting your mental health during this challenging time, visit the Mind website for more support.
Your Real Money Stories podcast is brought to you in association with Zopa.
Thursday Feb 18, 2021
"I wasn't financially prepared for children"
Thursday Feb 18, 2021
Thursday Feb 18, 2021
“I personally think people should think long and hard about whether they can afford to have a child.”
Childcare, nappies, Christmas presents and more… Having children is a reality check on how good you are at managing money, but can you ever be financially prepared? Our anonymous guest ‘Amy’ shares her experience of bringing up two children to discuss the true cost of parenting. Stay tuned for further heated discussion from the Money Medics team on the financial reality of having kids.
Find more information about the podcast and extra resources by visiting our Instagram pages @zopa and @moneymedics as well as our website.
Your Real Money Stories podcast is brought to you in association with Zopa.
Thursday Feb 11, 2021
"I need gifts to feel loved"
Thursday Feb 11, 2021
Thursday Feb 11, 2021
Why do men spend more money on their girlfriends than their wives? Do we live in a materialistic culture or is gift-giving an act of love? From birthday presents to push presents, our anonymous guest ‘Vicky’ talks about why gifts are so important to her even though they caused some serious tensions in her previous marriage…
Afterwards, the Money Medics will take on some uncomfortable questions around gift-giving in relationships, what it can mean for your finances and how to make sure you’re on the same page as your partner.
You can also find more information about the podcast and extra resources by visiting our Instagram pages @zopamoney and @moneymedics as well as our website. If you would like some resources about autism in relationships, visit The National Autistic Society.
Your Real Money Stories podcast is brought to you in association with Zopa.
Friday Feb 05, 2021
"I was a victim of financial abuse"
Friday Feb 05, 2021
Friday Feb 05, 2021
What are the signs of a financially abusive relationship? Our anonymous guest ‘Charlie’ shares her story of financial abuse and how she reached out for help after the breakdown of her relationship. From her partner asking her for money, to being plunged into dodgy investments without her knowledge, what can we learn from her experience?
Money Medics will also discuss what warning signs we should be looking out for when finances and relationships overlap and how to support people who might be experiencing financial abuse.
If you think you might be experiencing financial abuse, phone the police in the first instance.
You can also contact the National Domestic Violence Helpline for support on 0808 2000 247.
For more information and resources to support you visit the website Surviving Economic Abuse.
You can also find more information about the podcast and extra resources by visiting our Instagram pages @zopa and @moneymedics as well as our website.
Your Real Money Stories podcast is brought to you in association with Zopa.
Wednesday Jan 27, 2021
Your Real Money Stories trailer
Wednesday Jan 27, 2021
Wednesday Jan 27, 2021
Anonymous. Honest. Real.
The Money Medics talk to callers about their private financial dilemmas and help shed some light on that most taboo topic: money. They’ll cover the topics everyone wants to hear about, but that no one wants to discuss, like money in relationships, the stigma of renting and how claiming benefits really feels.
Welcome to Your Real Money Stories podcast, in association with Zopa.