Episodes

  • Should you take out a fee-free mortgage?
    Jan 30 2026

    For most of us, the headline rate of a mortgage deal is likely what we focus on the most. But not paying attention to the fee could leave you paying too much.

    In this episode, we’re joined by Which? Money journalist Sam Wilson who shares his new analysis into mortgage fees. He set out to find how it differs for first-time buyers, home movers and those looking to remortgage, and how the market compares to a year ago.

    Plus, David Hollingworth from L&C Mortgages shares his advice on what to look for when taking out a mortgage to ensure it fits your personal circumstances.

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    Use our mortgage repayment calculator to compare costs

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    26 mins
  • Where to go on holiday in 2026
    Jan 28 2026

    If you've had the January blues and have already started to seek out your next holiday, you may well have read a list or two similar to this already.

    But our round-up is a bit different. We accept no freebies, and as you’d expect, we’ve taken a more thoughtful approach to compiling our list. All the destinations are genuinely better or easier to visit in 2026.

    From the surprising safest country in the Americas, to a destination closer to home which is aiming to attract those interested in space travel, these places should be on your hit list for the year ahead.

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    11 mins
  • Can we get healthier as we age?
    Jan 26 2026

    Staying fit and healthy as we grow older can seem difficult, especially in a world of misinformation. But are there any tried and tested methods to help us stay in good physical condition?

    To mark the end of this series of our health and wellbeing podcast, we hosted our first ever live episode in front of an online audience to get expert advice from some familiar and trusted names in the health industry.

    In this episode, presenter Lisa Webb was joined by: Dr Nighat Arif, family GP specialising in women’s health; Kate Lawler, radio and TV presenter and Sunday Times best-selling author; Sophie Medlin, founder of CityDietitians; and Shefalee Loth, public health nutritionist at Which?.

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    52 mins
  • The way you file your tax return is changing
    Jan 23 2026

    The self assessment tax return deadline is fast approaching, but once January 31st has come and gone, all eyes will be on the government’s new Making Tax Digital scheme - the new process for sole traders and landlords to keep on top of what they owe.

    In this episode, we’re joined by Which? Money journalists Ruby Flanagan and Matthew Jenkin who outline what the change means in practice, how it will work, and discuss whether or not it will make the process easier.

    Plus, having both been freelance before, they share their tips on how to keep on top of your paperwork across the year to make filing your return easier in the future.

    Read our guidance on how to fill in a tax return & sign up for our free weekly Money newsletter

    See the list of 10 tax return mistakes you need to avoid & find out which self-employed expenses you can claim

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    32 mins
  • Why are passengers getting angrier on flights?
    Jan 21 2026

    The numbers don't lie. More and more flights are being plagued by disorderly passengers. But is alcohol the only cause?

    In this episode of Which? Shorts, we speak to passengers, cabin crew, and researchers to find out why air travel is being more frequently disrupted by intoxicated, violent or unruly passengers.

    Alcohol is a big reason why, but other factors also play a part and they all add up to make air travel less enjoyable for many.

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    9 mins
  • The trusted news websites showing us scam adverts
    Jan 20 2026

    News websites receive a huge amount of money from advertisers promoting their business and services alongside news stories. But scammers are using getting in on the act to target you and me.

    In this podcast, we sit down with Which? senior journalist Tali Ramsey to chat about her investigation into the scam adverts she found on some of the UK's most trusted news websites. She tells us how fraudsters are using artificial intelligence to fool us and get hold of our money.

    Plus, with AI getting more and more believable, Tali shares some advice on how to spot if an advert is legitimate or not.

    Read more of the findings from from Tali's investigation & sign up for our free Scam Alerts service

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    14 mins
  • Debunking the biggest food and diet myths
    Jan 19 2026

    With January upon us, plenty of us will be looking to refresh our diet. But with so much conflicting advice out there - what’s true? And what’s not?

    In this episode of our health and wellbeing podcast, we're joined by our public health nutritionist Shefalee Loth, and the founder of CityDietitians Sophie Medlin to bust some of the biggest myths that relate to our diets.

    Are all UPFs bad? Is it worth buying frozen fruit and veg? Can we eat any carbs if we want to lose weight? Our experts share their knowledge to help us get our diets right.

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    23 mins
  • Are you being left in the dark by your bank?
    Jan 16 2026

    There’s no doubt that you remember receiving notifications from your bank telling you that the interest rate on your savings account is set to go down. But are banks doing enough to tell us when an account with a better rate is available?

    In this episode, we’re joined by Which? researcher Holly Lanyon who shares the results of her investigation into whether or not banks are keeping us up to date on savings products - something they’re legally required to do.

    Plus, Andy Webb from Be Clever With Your Cash explains the different types of accounts we should consider opening, and why spreading your cash across multiple providers could be crucial.

    Read more about Holly's investigation into savings accounts & sign up for our free weekly Money newsletter

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    30 mins