MoneyWeek Talks
Unlock the secrets to financial success with MoneyWeek editors Kalpana Fitzpatrick and Andrew van Sickle. Each episode features leading figures – from CEOs, entrepreneurs and politicians – sharing their top tips on money, investing, and wealth creation. Tune in and discover how to 'Make It, Keep It, Spend It'.
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Exporting with confidence
<p>#Ad In this episode, we speak to Cocoba, a Kent-based chocolate brand, about its growth journey and expansion into international markets.</p><p>The conversation explores the practical realities of exporting for SMEs: from managing cash flow and production cycles to navigating the challenges of fulfilling larger overseas orders. It highlights how delays between production and payment can place pressure on working capital, and why access to finance and insurance is often critical when scaling internationally.</p><p>We also discuss the role of UK Export Finance in supporting businesses as they expand into global markets, including how government-backed...
What does risk actually mean?
<p>What is stopping the UK from investing? It's a mixture of three main factors, according to Henry MacLeod, co-head of digital distribution at BlackRock.</p><p>In this episode of MoneyWeek Talks, Kalpana Fitzpatrick speaks to Henry about the state of investing in the UK, how we can debunk myths about risk, and whether AI can help you become a better investor.</p>
Why hiring talent is a growth strategy
<p>#Ad In this episode, we speak to The Gym Group about how Jobcentre Plus is helping it overcome the challenges of recruiting and retaining talent in a fast-growing, service-led business.</p><p>As the company expands across the UK, building a consistent pipeline of skilled employees has become a key priority. The conversation explores how partnerships with Jobcentre Plus are helping to address this challenge, from identifying motivated candidates to supporting pre-employment training and structured pathways into work.</p><p>We discuss how initiatives such as Sector-Based Work Academy Programmes (SWAPs) provide candidates with experience and employers with greater...
Developing electric vehicles at scale
<p>#Ad In this episode, we speak to Electra Vehicles, a West Yorkshire-based manufacturer developing electric and hydrogen-powered commercial vehicles, about the realities of building and scaling a technology-led business.</p><p>Founder Sid Sadique shares his journey from apprentice mechanic to leading a growing engineering business, and explains the challenges SMEs face in capital-intensive sectors, from regulation and skills shortages to the high cost of innovation.</p><p>The conversation explores how Horizon Europe funding has supported Electra’s growth, not only through investment in research and development, but by opening access to international partners, customers and markets. For a...
Is Europe ripe for recovery?
<p>Daniel Avigad, manager of the TM Lansdowne European Special Situations fund, speaks to MoneyWeek's Andrew Van Sickle about opportunities in European equities, solving the continent's growth problem, and the consequences of populism.</p>
Can purpose-led organisations scale?
<p>#Ad Purpose-driven organisations often face a challenge: how to grow their impact without losing sight of their mission. In this episode, we speak to Riverlution about building a sustainable model for environmental change, from early projects restoring rivers to developing partnerships with businesses and communities.</p><p>The conversation explores how leadership development and structured management support, including the UK Government’s Help to Grow course, can help mission-led organisations strengthen strategy and long-term resilience. We discuss the practical realities of scaling impact, balancing purpose with commercial discipline, and why strong leadership is often the difference between a good id...
Why Vietnam is the world's most exciting emerging market
<p>Dominic Scriven, founder and chairman of Dragon Capital, speaks to MoneyWeek's Cris Sholto Heaton about the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for Vietnam, the current climate for investors and how his Vietnamese language lessons led to him founding the largest asset manager in the country.</p>
Are money problems driving the mental health crisis?
<p>Improving the relationship between money and mental health is one of Clare Francis 's missions in her work at both Barclays and the Money and Mental Health Policy Institute.</p><p>It is also a personal story – Clare lost her husband to suicide in 2011. Ever since, she has been driven to improve how we deal with our mental health when it relates to money.</p><p>Clare, savings and investments director at Barclays, spoke to Kalpana Fitzpatrick about money and mental health, why Brits should start investing, and how to build long-term financial resilience.</p><p>Alongside her role at...
Pitch to Portfolio: Lioness Jill Scott's Investing Game Plan
<p>Former Lioness Jill Scott shares her investing journey and discusses how she is working towards the ultimate goal of building wealth for her future.</p><p>Speaking to MoneyWeek’s Kalpana Fitzpatrick, Jill says while she has always had an eye on the ball, she has not focused enough on her finances. But now, as a retired professional footballer, she has turned her attention to investing and shares how it has been a real eye-opener for her.</p><p>Plus, she has some great life tips to motivate us all to hit our life goals. This episode is the in...
Tom Stevenson's fund picks for 2026
<p>Fidelity's Tom Stevenson reveals his top three funds for 2026 for your ISA or self-invested personal pension.</p><p>He tells MoneyWeek's Kalpana Fitzpatrick why he is recommending these funds and how to decide what's right for you. Plus, he shares his views on why keeping exposure to UK and US equities matters in a well-diversified portfolio.</p>
