Smile and Save Podcast

The Smile and Save Podcast is here to make personal finance easier to understand and help you take control of your money with confidence. Through insightful interviews with thought leaders from some of Britain's top financial organisations and charities, we explore ways to boost your financial resilience, tackle common money challenges, and stay informed on the latest financial trends and issues. Each episode is designed to deliver practical advice and financial education that you can apply to your everyday life. Brought to you by Serve and Protect, one of Britain's largest credit unions, our mission is to improve the financial resilience of those working in the police, prison and probation, military, fire, and health services across Britain. If you're ready to improve your finances and feel prepared for anything life might throw your way, tune in to the Smile and Save Podcast. Don’t forget to subscribe so you’ll never miss an episode! Visit our website:

Smile and Save Podcast is a education podcast hosted by Serve and Protect Credit Union, with 15 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Serve and Protect Credit Union hosts Smile and Save Podcast, a education show with 15 episodes published.

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  Episode #14

  Ep14: Navigating Problem Debt w/ StepChange Debt Charity

  May 13, 202517 minS1

  <p>We will all need to borrow at some point in our lives. Whether it is to purchase your first home, make some home improvements, or consolidating existing debt, there are lots of times where borrowing money can be beneficial.</p><p>However, managing your debt can sometimes be tricky. With the ever increasing cost of living and unexpected expenses occasionally popping up, prioritising your debt can be difficult and sometimes overwhelming.</p><p>In this episode of the Smile and Save Podcast, we are joined by Helen Handzel from StepChange Debt Charity to discuss:</p><p>- The difference...

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  Episode #13

  Ep13: Tackling Gambling Stigma w/ GambleAware

  Apr 16, 202520 minS1

  <p>Worried about how gambling makes you feel? Concerned about a loved one's gambling? This episode is for you. Let's open up about gambling.</p><p>We are delighted to welcome GambleAware's Chief Communications Officer, Alexia Clifford, as our latest guest to the Smile and Save Podcast. In this episode we discuss: </p>Early signs of gambling harmsThose who might be more vulnerable to harm than othersSome of the reasons behind gambling stigmaHow to start a conversation about gamblingThe free, confidential, and personalised support available for anyone struggling<p><br/></p><p><b>Useful links</b></p><p>GambleAware website: h...

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  Episode #12

  Ep12: Debt Awareness w/ Money and Pensions Service

  Mar 24, 202542 minS1

  <p>This Debt Awareness Week, we are joined by Paul Fox from the Money and Pension Service to explore the UK's consumer debt problem, why the stigma around debt is so difficult to overcome, and the support available for those struggling with problem debt.<br/><br/>This year, Debt Awareness Week is exploring the shame and stigma around debt. Part of this episode explains how to make opening up to loved ones easier:<br/><br/>- Clarifying the facts around your problem.<br/>- Being clear on the support you need.<br/>- Finding the right time and place to...

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  Episode #11

  Ep11: Loan Sharks Explained w/ Stop Loan Sharks

  Mar 5, 202526 minS1

  <p>You may have heard of 'loan sharks' before, but do you know what makes someone a loan shark and the devastating impact they can have on people's lives?<br/><br/>Today we are joined by Cath Wohlers from Stop Loan Sharks to explore some common misconceptions around loan sharks, some real stories from those affected, and how you or your organisation can get support to combat these illegal lenders.<br/><br/>Useful Links:<br/>Been impacted by a loan shark? Visit: https://www.stoploansharks.co.uk/<br/>Seeking support for your employees? Contact: catherine.wohlers@birmingham.gov.uk<br/>...

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  Episode #10

  Ep10: Money and Mindfulness w/ Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust

  Jan 16, 202530 minS1

  <p>Managing your money can be stressful, especially when making big financial decisions. Approaching these decisions with a more focused mindset can give you the clarity to make managing your money easier.<br/><br/>That's where mindfulness comes in! Join the Staff Wellbeing team from Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust as we explore what mindfulness is, how it can help you navigate your financial journey, and how you can get started. We even have a short guided exercise you can follow along with at the end.<br/><br/>Looking to learn more about mindfulness? Check out the following useful links...

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