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A Little Bit Richer

Legal & General

89 episodes

'A Little Bit Richer' is the podcast that aims to help us all get a grip on our financial futures, brought to you by financial broadcaster and author Iona Bain and Legal & General.

More about the show

Maybe you’ve bought a home or started a family or would like to one day. You’re starting to think ahead a little. Have you thought about how you could be a little bit richer in the future?

We can all do with some insight and advice on how best to plan and manage the financial side of life. So that’s what ‘A Little Bit Richer’ from Legal & General explores.

We talk to leading experts and dive into topics like - How much money do you need to stop working? What’s the stronger investment - your property, or your pension? How can you help your children to be more financially savvy?

Together, we’ll build a better and brighter financial future for us all.

‘A Little Bit Richer’ from Legal & General is out every fortnight. Follow us now on your favourite podcast app.

The views and thoughts expressed on this podcast are those of the individuals and don’t necessarily represent those of Legal & General. This podcast does not constitute or replace financial advice. Content was relevant at the time of recording and is intended for a UK audience.

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  1. Is It Time To Make The Side Hustle Your Main Job?

    · 20 min · S2 E44

    For a growing number of people, side hustles have become a part of life, whether it’s monetising a passion project, content creation or anything in between. Finding a way to make money in addition to a full time salary…

  2. Is Your Debt Under Control? Spot The Red Flags

    · 18 min · S2 E43

    There are so many ways for debt to build up, but when might it become a problem and what can you do about this? We’re unpacking the not so obvious warning signs of debt being out of control and the impact it can have.…

  3. What Habits Are Your Bank Statements Masking? Here's What To Look Out For

    · 21 min · S2 E42

    When was the last time you properly looked at your bank statements or payslips? They often reveal far more about you than you might think. Your habits, good and bad, and even how likely you are to build wealth. In…

  4. Don’t Miss Out: Benefits From Work That’ll Make You Richer

    · 15 min · S2 E41

    Are you making the most of the benefits your employer is offering? Most of us go straight to the salary when eyeing up a role, but many of us don’t know all the valuable employee benefits available, or even what…

  5. How Much Does Being Healthy Cost?

    · 21 min · S2 E40

    How much time and money should you invest in being healthy? With so much noise and choice out there, it’s easy to forget the fundamentals of a healthy and balanced lifestyle. We’re unpacking the key areas to prioritise…

  6. Think You'd Never Fall For It? The New Scams Targeting Millennials

    · 21 min · S2 E39

    With scams rising at an alarming rate and AI giving fraudsters unlimited new ways, it’s getting harder and harder to recognise what’s real. Stats show 18-34 year olds are twice as likely to be targeted as older people.…

  7. Money Lessons All Kids Should Learn

    · 20 min · S2 E38

    What age did you learn about money and how has it shaped your relationship with it now? Research suggests that core money habits are often set by age 7, which means the conversations we have with children today could…

  8. Is Financial Freedom Real?

    · 20 min · S2 E37

    How much money would you need to feel financially free? It’s a tricky question to answer for many and understandably. If we haven’t sat down to work out what financial freedom means to us, how can we ever know what it…

  9. The Smartest Investment You Can Make (Is You!)

    · 18 min · S2 E36

    Self-worth and financial worth are interlinked, yet many of us don’t prioritise this. Your personal growth is your biggest asset. By regularly investing in you and your development, you will likely see some serious…

  10. Sort Your Life (and Death!) Out

    · 16 min · S2 E35

    We all have to do life admin, but some tasks feel far heavier than others. And so, many of us avoid doing them altogether. Whether it’s having an up-to-date Will, nominating your pension beneficiaries, or figuring out…

  11. Is Your Attitude To Money Making You Poorer or Wealthier?

    · 20 min · S2 E34

    How does your attitude towards money affect your current finances and shape your long-term financial wellbeing? And where does this mindset come from? From your spending and saving habits to how much you can earn and…

  12. Family Planning - Talking Numbers Not Nappies

    · 19 min · S2 E33

    Parenthood changes everything- including your bank balance. With shifts in your income, sleep deprivation and little ones to care for, how do you make sure your money is working as hard as you are? From parental leave…

  13. Under The Bonnet On Car Finance: What You Need To Know

    · 19 min · S2 E32

    Buying a car used to be relatively simple. But with so many options and ways to buy nowadays, it can be tough to know which option is best and what you’re actually signing up for. With approximately 80% of new cars in…

  14. Your Workplace Pension - The Easiest Way To Build Wealth?

    · 13 min · S2 E31

    If you think pensions are complex and something to put off for another day, then this episode is probably for you. In this episode of A Little Bit Richer, our host Iona Bain is joined by Tom Trennery from the…

  15. What Your Future Self Would Want You to Do Right Now

    · 18 min · S2 E30

    What does your future financial self really need from you today? In this episode of A Little Bit Richer, our host Iona Bain is joined by financial educator and content creator Tolu Frimpong to explore the powerful…

  16. The Secret to Investing Like a Pro

    · 19 min · S2 E29

    In part two of our investing special on A Little Bit Richer, Iona Bain is back with financial educator and founder of Vestpod, Emilie Bellet. Together they unpack the practical side of investing from building a…

  17. Why Playing It Safe with Money Can Be Risky

    · 20 min · S2 E28

    In this first part of a two-episode investing special on A Little Bit Richer, our host Iona Bain sits down with financial educator and founder of Vestpod, Emilie Bellet, to explore the foundations of investing. Emilie…

  18. ISAs Explained: How to Make Your Money Work Harder

    · 18 min · S2 E27

    With new ISA changes announced in the Autumn Budget and updates to cash ISA limits on the horizon, now is the perfect time to get clear on how these powerful, tax-efficient savings and investment tools can help you…

  19. Financial Survival Tips for The Self-Employed

    · 19 min · S2 E26

    Being self-employed can be incredibly freeing but financially, it can also feel like a rollercoaster. In this episode of A Little Bit Richer, our host Iona Bain is joined by accountant and behavioural expert Krystal…

  20. What You Need to Know About Divorce, Money and Starting Again

    · 21 min · S2 E25

    Divorce can emotionally, practically and financially turn your world upside down. In this episode of A Little Bit Richer, our host Iona Bain is joined by friend of the show Jenny Hazan to unpack the impact on your…

  21. These Books Will Change How You Think About Money

    · 25 min · S2 E24

    In our special Book Club episode, we’re starting the year a little differently by digging into the books that can genuinely transform how we think, feel, and behave around money. Because personal finance isn’t just…

  22. Merry Christmas! Make your new year A Little Bit Richer

    · 1:10 · Trailer

    Heading into 2026, we’ve lots more episodes to come. We’d love to hear your thoughts. Is there a financial topic you’ve been curious about? A financial challenge you’d like help navigating? Tell us how we can make…

  23. A Little Bit Richer Wrapped: 12 Money Tips

    · 17 min · S2 E23

    Celebrate the festive season with Iona Bain as she unwraps the 12 Financial Days of Christmas! A collection of the most practical, inspiring, and feel-good money tips shared on the podcast this year. From smart…

  24. Life Hacks That Make Saving Easy

    · 19 min · S2 E22

    Saving money feels great in theory… but sticking to it in real life? That’s the tricky part. In this episode of A Little Bit Richer, our host Iona Bain is joined by financial coach Laura Ann Moore to unpack how to…

  25. From Side hustles To Childcare. Tax-Free Hacks: Part Two

    · 12 min · S2 E21

    In part two of our tax special, our host Iona Bain and accountant Tim Paul dive deeper into the tax topics that matter most - from side hustles and rental income to tax-free childcare and ISAs. Tim breaks down what…

  26. Get More From Your Salary: Navigating Tax. Part One

    · 13 min · S2 E20

    Tax. It’s something we all pay, but few of us truly understand much about this large deduction from our earnings. In this first of two bite-sized episodes, our host Iona Bain sits down with accountant and finance…

  27. The Easy Explainer on Combining Your Pension Savings

    · 18 min · S2 E19

    If you’ve ever changed jobs, chances are you’ve collected a few different pension pots along the way. Did you know bringing them together is easy and could save you money and time in the long term? In this episode,…

  28. Fix, Track or Switch? Your Guide to Remortgaging

    · 18 min · S2 E18

    Is your mortgage deal coming to an end soon? Or maybe you’re not tied in and could check if there’s something better out there? Hopefully this episode will help save you some money. Our host Iona Bain is joined by…

  29. The Secret Economy No One Wants To Admit To, with Dr Eliza Filby

    · 30 min · S2 E17

    What is the one thing splitting our generation? It shapes our future, divides us from friends and maybe even matters more than a university degree. In this episode, our host Iona Bain is joined by historian and…

  30. Property or Pensions - What’s The Priority?

    · 16 min · S2 E16

    What will give you a stronger financial future? Buying a home or putting extra into your pension so you have enough to retire one day. With high property prices and changing retirement plans, millennials and Gen Z face…

  31. Your Ultimate Guide to Buying a Home

    · 20 min · S2 E15

    Buying a home is one of life’s biggest financial and emotional milestones, but it can also feel overwhelming. From deposits and legal fees to mortgage rates and market changes, there’s a lot to consider before you get…

  32. Your Neurodivergent Guide to Money

    · 18 min · S2 E14

    Around 1 in 5 people in the UK are neurodivergent, but it often doesn’t get discussed enough when it comes to personal finance. In this episode, our host Iona Bain speaks with accountant and behavioural finance expert…

  33. Workplace Pensions: Changes and Why It Matters

    · 14 min · S2 E13

    There’s been lots in the news about workplace pensions recently. In this episode, our host lona Bain is joined by L&G's CEO of DC and workplace savings, Paula Llewellyn. They unpack changes in the pipeline and what…

  34. Can Money Make or Break Your Relationship?

    · 18 min · S2 E12

    Money talk can be awkward and vulnerable, but it doesn’t have to kill the romance. In this episode, our host Iona Bain is joined by financial adviser and author Bola Sol to unpack the dos and don’ts of managing money…

  35. Money on Tap: Why Easier Isn’t Always Better

    · 17 min · S2 E11

    Digital payments have become the norm in managing our money but why has there been a boost in cash spending? In this episode, our host Iona Bain sits down with financial advisor, author and content creator Emmanuel…

  36. A Matter of Life and Debt

    · 18 min · S2 E10

    Debt has become a fact of life for many, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy to navigate or talk about. In this episode, our host Iona Bain is joined by Claer Barrett, Consumer Editor at the Financial Times and a…

  37. Investing Portfolios: Start Small, Think Big

    · 17 min · S2 E9

    No matter how much you have to invest, setting good and solid foundations is vital. In this episode, our host Iona Bain is joined by friend of the show and financial adviser Rotimi Merriman Johnson, aka Mr. MoneyJar,…

  38. Manifesting Your Dream Lifestyle? How To Plan To Afford It

    · 18 min · S2 E8

    It can be hard to look beyond managing your money from one payday to the next. But if you have dreams for your life in the future, you’ll need a plan on how to fund this. In this episode our host Iona Bain is joined…

  39. Why You Need To Forget The Career Ladder

    · 19 min · S2 E7

    Do you feel like you’re working hard but hardly moving up the career ladder? Is success only achievable through promotion? What will give you satisfaction? In this episode our host Iona Bain is joined by Helen Tupper,…

  40. The Psychology Behind Your Spending

    · 18 min · S2 E6

    Do you spend more than you should? Or maybe the opposite and you’ve a tendency to be frugal? ? In this episode, our host Iona Bain is joined by financial psychotherapist Vicky Reynal to explore the emotional…

  41. Creating Extra Income. Tips on Side Hustles.

    · 17 min · S2 E5

    Whether you're looking for some extra income, creative fulfilment, or a path to financial independence, side hustles are a great way to do this. In this episode, financial advisor Emmanuel Asuquo and our host Iona…

  42. Working Less and Living More

    · 12 min · S2 E4

    In a post-pandemic world, with the rise of working from home and flexible hours, there’s a whole new meaning to work life balance. In this episode, Joe Ryle from the Four Day Week Foundation joins our host Iona Bain…

  43. Home Improvements on a Budget

    · 17 min · S2 E3

    With endless inspiration online, home improvements have never been more tempting - but is reality living up to the "property porn" hype? In this episode, our host Iona Bain is joined by Paula Higgins from the…

  44. The Power of Your Pension

    · 18 min · S2 E2

    Have you ever wondered what happens to some of the money you save in your pension? Beyond securing your financial future, your pension could be helping to build better communities, fund affordable housing and invest in…

  45. Managing Money as a Millennial: Welcome Iona

    · 18 min · S2 E1

    In this special season opener of A Little Bit Richer, we turn the tables on our brand-new host, Iona Bain! Pension expert Kim Brown from Legal & General takes the interviewer’s seat to dig into Iona’s personal finance…

  46. There’s a new sound to A Little Bit Richer

    · 1:05 · S2 E1 · Trailer

    We’ve got an exciting announcement for you. In this new series we're delving deeper to help you with smart money choices. To guide us through we're thrilled to be welcoming Iona Bain to the team. Listen and follow on…

  47. Moving In and Break Ups. Good To Know!

    · 16 min · S1 E43

    Moving in with someone is an exciting milestone, but it’s also a big decision that requires careful planning. In this episode our host Kia Commodore sits down with family lawyer Yasmin Khan-Gunns to uncover what you…

  48. Financial Fitness for 2025

    · 17 min · S1 E42

    The new year is here and while we often focus on resolutions like fitness or dry January, what about setting yourself up for a brighter financial future? In this episode, our host Kia Commodore welcomes Sean Philip…

  49. Top Tips To Help Make You A Little Bit Richer

    · 19 min · S1 E41

    Step into the new year armed with pearls of financial wisdom from A Little Bit Richer! In this special episode, our host Kia Commodore goes through the archives to share her top ten favourite money tips from the…

  50. How To Improve Your Credit Score

    · 17 min · S1 E40

    Credit reports and scores play a vital role in your access to future credit. In this episode, our host Kia Commodore is joined by Experian’s John Webb to bring some clarity to this important topic. They cover where to…

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