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Or visit Pensions Explained: pensionbee.com/pensions-explainedSaving money is about finding the right balance.PensionBee UK2026-09-18 | Co-Founder and CEO of Emma, Edoardo Moreni, explains why building a strong financial foundation step-by-step could be more effective than rushing into long-term savings or investments before you’re ready.
Having a plan that matches your circumstances could help you make the most of your money.
What’s your top tip for saving effectively?
Watch the full discussion. And remember, if you enjoyed this episode please leave us a rating on your preferred podcast streaming service!Meet Kas, one of five artists selected for ‘Born To’, a feature exhibition at British Art Fair 2026PensionBee UK2026-09-16 | Meet Kas Williams, one of five artists selected for ‘Born To’, a feature exhibition at British Art Fair 2026, proudly sponsored by PensionBee as part of our ‘Born to Retire’ campaign.
‘Born To’ is a reminder that being an emerging artist doesn’t have to mean being fresh out of art school, it’s never too late to begin.
What new adventures have you taken on later in life?If it’s been a while since you looked at your pension, today could be an opportunity to check in.PensionBee UK2026-09-15 | Pension Awareness Day is a reminder that spending just a couple of minutes on your pension today could make a real difference over time.
It’s easy to put it off, but staying engaged could help you make more informed decisions about your retirement savings.
If it’s been a while since you last looked at your pension, today could be a good opportunity to check in.Who should invest? - Investing 101PensionBee UK2026-09-14 | When you hear the word ‘investor’, you might think of someone in a suit watching markets all day, or someone who’s already wealthy. But actually, that image isn’t accurate.
Join Bobby Seagull MBE as he explains why anyone - yes, anyone - can invest their money.
In this video: How anyone can invest their money The common investment accounts you might use, from General Investment Accounts (GIAs) to Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs) Saving into a pension? Why you’re already an investor Why investing’s more effective for medium to long-term goals
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Invest for your future with a PensionBee pension. Combine old pots into one easy-to-manage online plan and contribute flexibly online via the website or app. As with all investments, your money is at risk.
Read our blog for money saving tips, retirement planning info, and more: pensionbee.com/uk/blogShould you save into a Junior ISA or a Junior SIPP? - Bonus episodePensionBee UK2026-09-12 | With the kids back at school, is now the time to start saving or investing for their future? Join our host, Philippa Lamb, and Maike Currie, VP Personal Finance at PensionBee, as they break down the key differences between a Junior ISA and a Junior SIPP, how each is taxed, and which one might be right for your family.
To learn more about saving for children, check out these articles, podcasts and videos from PensionBee:
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Or visit Pensions Explained: pensionbee.com/uk/pensions-explainedCould you be paying for the same subscription more than once?PensionBee UK2026-09-11 | Clare Seal shares a simple household money win. Sit down with your partner and compare what you’re both paying for.
You might find a few subscriptions you can cut, combine or stop paying for altogether.
When was the last time you had a subscription check up?
Watch the full discussion. And remember, if you enjoyed this episode please leave us a rating on your preferred podcast streaming service!Born To exhibition 2026 - Richard Wilshire, Artist spotlightPensionBee UK2026-09-11 | Meet Richard Wilshire, one of five artists selected for ‘Born To’, a feature exhibition at British Art Fair 2026, proudly sponsored by PensionBee as part of our ‘Born to Retire’ campaign.
Chosen from over 500 open-call entries, Richard is one of five artists aged 50+ whose work sits alongside pieces by celebrated names in British art such as Maggi Hambling and Dia al-Azzawi. .
Richard’s story is proof that creative practice can begin, or restart, at any age.
With special thanks to: British Art Fair Exhibition Curator, Jo McLaughlin Artist, Richard Wilshire Produced by Wildish & Co Director, Andrew Prosser Director of Photography, Max KnaapenBorn To exhibition 2026 - Kas Williams, Artist spotlightPensionBee UK2026-09-10 | Meet Kas Williams, one of five artists selected for ‘Born To’, a feature exhibition at British Art Fair 2026, proudly sponsored by PensionBee as part of our ‘Born to Retire’ campaign.
Chosen from over 500 open-call entries, Kas is one of five artists aged 50+ whose work sits alongside pieces by celebrated names in British art such as Maggi Hambling and Dia al-Azzawi. Her piece ‘The Random Flight of Bees’ is on display as part of the exhibition.
‘Born To’ is a reminder that being an emerging artist doesn’t have to mean being fresh out of art school, it’s never too late to begin.
With special thanks to: British Art Fair Exhibition Curator, Jo McLaughlin Artist, Kas Williams Produced by Wildish & Co Director, Andrew Prosser Director of Photography, Max KnaapenBorn To exhibition 2026 - Jo McLaughlin, Curator spotlightPensionBee UK2026-09-09 | Meet Jo McLaughlin, Curator of ‘Born To’, a feature exhibition at British Art Fair 2026 proudly sponsored by PensionBee as part of our ‘Born to Retire’ campaign.
Jo’s role was to find interesting stories to showcase, looking through the artists work and their background. She selected five artists aged 50 and over and who had lived, worked or studied in the UK at any point in their career. We received over 500 open-call entries, placing entirely new voices in direct conversation with some of the most celebrated names in British art.
‘Born To’ challenges the idea that being an emerging artist means being fresh out of art school, Jo’s curation puts that firmly to rest.
With special thanks to: British Art Fair Exhibition Curator, Jo McLaughlin Artists, Kas Williams, Richard Wilshire, Annie Luke Turner, Mike Kelly and Myrna Mitchell Produced by Wildish & Co Director, Andrew Prosser Director of Photography, Max Knaapen The Paxton Centre - thepaxtoncentre.co.ukThe State Pension ‘triple lock’ is designed to help pension payments keep pace with rising costs.PensionBee UK2026-09-08 | The State Pension ‘triple lock’ is designed to help pension payments keep pace with rising costs.
But with rising costs and growing pressure on public finances, some experts believe changes could be made in the future.
Should the ‘triple lock' stay exactly as it is? Or might we see a different system introduced?
What are your thoughts on the State Pension ‘triple lock’?After 18 years of cohabiting, would anything change your mind about getting married?PensionBee UK2026-09-07 | After 18 years of cohabiting, would anything change your mind about getting married?
We put the question to PensionBee’s CMO, Jasper Martens.
While his answer was initially a firm ‘‘no’’, the conversation sparked a new perspective. It got him thinking about whether marriage could come with financial benefits, like how it impacts Inheritance Tax.
What’s the biggest factor you’d consider when deciding whether to get married?Why invest? - Investing 101PensionBee UK2026-09-07 | You might’ve heard that investing could be a good way to grow your wealth - but why?
Join Bobby Seagull MBE as he looks at the reasons why investing can be effective for growing your wealth for the future.
In this video: How investing can help your money keep up with inflation Why investing could be more useful than saving for building wealth over time How investments can offer you a bit of passive income What compounding is and why it matters
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Invest for your future with a PensionBee pension. Combine old pots into one easy-to-manage online plan and contribute flexibly online via the website or app. As with all investments, your money is at risk.
Read our blog for money saving tips, retirement planning info, and more: pensionbee.com/uk/blogWhy does lifestyle creep happen so easily?PensionBee UK2026-09-04 | Whether it’s treating yourself after a stressful day or the dopamine boost from a new purchase, there are plenty of reasons our spending can grow as our income does.
Clare Seal, Edoardo Moreni and Alex Langley share their takes on why the goalposts can keep moving as we earn more.
Have you ever found your spending creeping up as your income grows?
Watch the full discussion. And remember, if you enjoyed this episode please leave us a rating on your preferred podcast streaming service!Back-to-school season is all about learning new things. 📚💷PensionBee UK2026-09-03 | Back-to-school season is all about learning new things. 📚💷
School teaches maths. Life teaches money.
The challenge is that many of our earliest lessons about spending, saving and planning for the future happen long before we ever earn our first pay cheque.
You don’t need to have all the answers. Sometimes a simple conversation in the supermarket queue can be just as valuable as anything taught in a classroom.
What’s the best money lesson you learned growing up?The best from our Series 5 guests with Philippa Lamb and Lucy Greenwell - Podcast bonus episodePensionBee UK2026-09-03 | We’re over halfway through Series 5, and it’s already covered a lot of ground: whether marriage makes financial sense, what to do if you’re 50 years old with nothing saved for retirement, how to stop lifestyle creep swallowing your pay rise, and plenty more.
So our Host, Philippa Lamb, pulled Series Producer, Lucy Greenwell, out from behind the glass to argue over their favourite moments from the 33 guests who’ve joined the podcast so far this year including: best episode for first-time listeners; most surprising number; funniest episode; best money tip; and most shocking moment.
Enjoying the podcast? Tell us what you think below and give us a rating. As always we’d love to hear your suggestions and feedback. Send us an email: podcast@pensionbee.com.
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Or visit Pensions Explained: pensionbee.com/uk/pensions-explainedWhat is investing? - Investing 101PensionBee UK2026-09-02 | If you’re interested in investing your money to try and grow your wealth but you’re not sure what it means or where to start, this video’s for you.
Join Bobby Seagull MBE as he explains what investing is and how it could help you grow your wealth over time.
In this video: What investing is and how it works Some of the most common types of investments Investment risk and what that means The difference between saving and investing
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Invest for your future with a PensionBee pension. Combine old pots into one easy-to-manage online plan and contribute flexibly online via the website or app. As with all investments, your money is at risk.
Check out our range of investment plans: pensionbee.com/uk/plans Read our blog for money saving tips, retirement planning info, and more: pensionbee.com/uk/blogMeet Jay👋PensionBee UK2026-09-01 | Jay is out on the pitch with some of the biggest names in rugby, and yes, you might just spot a few familiar faces from Saracens. 🏉
Retirement’s just the start of your journey. For Jay, it’s where the real game begins. Retirement? Game on.
Imagine who you could be with PensionBee!Retirement is just the start of Jay’s journey - Born to RetirePensionBee UK2026-09-01 | Jay didn’t just retire, he stepped up. He’s a published author, rugby player, and now he’s embarking on his next big adventure; touring the country by campervan. And he's still got more lives to live!
Who could you be with PensionBee?
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Music: Brother MusicLifestyle creep isn’t always about wanting more.PensionBee UK2026-08-28 | Lifestyle creep isn’t always about wanting more, sometimes it’s about being constantly told you need more.
Content Creator, Clare Seal, explores the pressure women can face to spend on everything from parenting to ‘fixing’ themselves.
How do you tell the difference between what you genuinely want and what you’re being sold?If you had to choose, would you fight for the house or the pension? 🏡💰PensionBee UK2026-08-26 | Financial Planner, Mike Donkor, explains why the answer isn’t as straightforward as it might seem, and why the right choice could depend on your circumstances.
Which would you choose, and why?“There’s no point being the richest person in the graveyard” - Podcast bonus episodePensionBee UK2026-08-26 | In this bonus episode, we hear from PensionBee customer Andy as he shares his pension story. From two decades living and working abroad and untangling the dormant pensions he left behind, to returning to the UK and working out what “enough” really means when you’re planning around a Multiple Sclerosis (MS) diagnosis.
We unpack Andy’s pension journey with pensions expert Veronica Morozova from PensionBee, covering: why finding and consolidating old pensions matters, especially after working overseas; what ‘QROPS’ is, and how time spent abroad affects your State Pension; the tax benefits of paying into a pension through your own limited company; and how to plan for a range of retirement scenarios, including future care costs.
To learn more about the topics discussed in this bonus episode, check out these articles and podcasts from PensionBee:
Enjoying the podcast? Tell us what you think below and give us a rating. As always we’d love to hear your suggestions and feedback. Send us an email: podcast@pensionbee.com.
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PensionBee makes it easy to stay on top of your pension and take back control of your personal finances. Check out our plans and learn more about what we do at: pensionbee.com/uk (capital at risk)
Or visit Pensions Explained: pensionbee.com/uk/pensions-explainedIf youre self-employed, the pension system probably wasnt designed with you in mind.PensionBee UK2026-08-25 | Auto-Enrolment doesn't cover you by default, and there's no employer contributing alongside you. But working for yourself comes with real advantages when it comes to saving for retirement. Flexibility, tax relief, and smarter contributions can all add up over time.
PensionBee's Invisible Workers Calculator can help you see where you stand and what you might have missed.Looking after the grandkids could do more than save your family childcare costs!PensionBee UK2026-08-21 | If you’re under State Pension age and helping care for children under 12 while their parents work, you might qualify for free National Insurance credits through Specified Adult Childcare credits.
It’s free to check, free to claim, and could make a bigger difference than you think.House or pension? 🤔PensionBee UK2026-08-19 | We asked PensionBee’s CMO, Jasper Martens, which he’d fight for in a split if he could only choose one.
His answer might not be what you’d expect. Which would you choose, and why?Series Five Summer Trailer - Pension Confident PodcastPensionBee UK2026-08-14 | It’s time for your Series Five rewind and sneak peek at what’s coming up on The Pension Confident Podcast.
If you missed an episode, don’t worry, you can catch up on every single episode so far wherever you get your podcasts:
E46: How to bounce back from redundancy - https://pod.fo/e/380366 E47: The ‘Singles Tax’ - how much is it costing you? - https://pod.fo/e/39431d E48: Are you ready for the ‘great wealth transfer’? - https://pod.fo/e/3c7a76 E49: Can you still make money as a Buy-to-Let landlord? - https://pod.fo/e/406da3 E50: Starting a pension from £0 at 50 years old - https://pod.fo/e/41db20 E51: How to resist lifestyle creep - https://pod.fo/e/43bc2e E52: Is it worth getting married? - https://pod.fo/e/4c3c5b
And there’s plenty more where that came from. Later this month, Series Producer Lucy Greenwell joins our Host Philippa Lamb to pick out the best bits from our Series 5 guests (so far).
Then, coming up in September: What might be missing from your investment portfolio? We’ll be joined by: Content Creator ‘That Money Guy’, Gabriel Nussbaum; Founder and CEO of rainchq, Davinia Tomlinson; and Senior Investment Content Manager at PensionBee, Matt Batsman.
Enjoying the podcast? Tell us what you think below and give us a review or rating. As always we’d love to hear your suggestions and feedback. Send us an email: podcast@pensionbee.com.
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PensionBee aims to build pension confidence, to create a world where everyone can enjoy a happy retirement. Learn more about what we do at: pensionbee.com/uk (capital at risk)
Or visit Pensions Explained: pensionbee.com/uk/pensions-explainedMoney conversations aren’t always easy, but avoiding them could be costly.PensionBee UK2026-08-13 | Financial Planner, Mike Donkor, shares the habit he sees time and time again, and why getting on the same page about your finances could make a real difference.
Is managing money something you tackle together or separately?Market volatility can make switching pension plans feel tempting.PensionBee UK2026-08-11 | Market volatility can make switching pension plans feel tempting, but timing it isn’t always straightforward. Daily price swings could mean you sell your investments at a lower value than expected.
Being out of the market during a switch also means you could miss key rebound days that often follow downturns. Staying invested over the long term could help you capture both the ups and the recoveries that follow, it is important to remember that past performance doesn’t guarantee future returns and your capital is at risk.Small swaps could add up to big savings.PensionBee UK2026-08-07 | We asked Clare Seal which thrifty change she’s never regretted. Her answer saved her over £1,000 in a year.
What’s one frugal swap you’ve made that you’ll never go back on? Drop it in the comments.Is it worth getting married? - Pension Confident Podcast E52PensionBee UK2026-08-07 | For the first time ever, fewer than half of UK adults are married or in a civil partnership, yet the law hasn’t caught up with how many of us now live together instead. So, legally and financially, is it still worth getting married?
Join our host, Philippa Lamb, and our expert panel as they discuss whether marriage still pays off financially and legally, and what unmarried couples need to put in place instead:
Financial Planner, Mike Donkor; Solicitor and Partner at Collyer Bristow, Philippa Dolan; and Chief Marketing Officer at PensionBee, Jasper Martens.
To learn more about managing money in a couple, check out these articles and podcasts from PensionBee:
Enjoying the podcast? Tell us what you think below and give us a review or rating. As always we’d love to hear your suggestions and feedback. Send us an email: podcast@pensionbee.com.
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PensionBee aims to build pension confidence, to create a world where everyone can enjoy a happy retirement. Learn more about what we do at: pensionbee.com/uk (capital at risk)
Or visit Pensions Explained: pensionbee.com/uk/pensions-explained“I put my money where my mouth is” - Podcast bonus episodePensionBee UK2026-08-06 | In this bonus episode, we hear from PensionBee customer Sally as she shares her pension story. From decades of putting money into living over saving, and losing her husband suddenly in his 40s, to retirement in her 60s and choosing a pension plan that truly reflects her values.
We unpack Sally’s pension journey with pensions expert Veronica Morozova from PensionBee, covering: why financially literate people still don’t save; how emotional barriers can be a bigger obstacle than lack of information; the tax benefits of saving into a pension; and what values-based investing actually means in practice.
To learn more about the topics discussed in this bonus episode, check out these articles and podcasts from PensionBee:
Enjoying the podcast? Tell us what you think below and give us a rating. As always we’d love to hear your suggestions and feedback. Send us an email: podcast@pensionbee.com.
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PensionBee aims to build pension confidence, to create a world where everyone can enjoy a happy retirement. Learn more about what we do at: pensionbee.com/uk (capital at risk)
Or visit Pensions Explained: pensionbee.com/uk/pensions-explainedAre you letting tax relief and compounding work for you yet?PensionBee UK2026-08-05 | Hannah Martin, Founder of Rich Retiree, initially started contributing to her pension for the tax benefit. But once she started, she never looked back on saving for her retirement.
The good news? It's never too late. Whatever years you may have missed, your money could still benefit from the power of compounding.
Are you letting tax relief and compounding work for you yet?ISAs could play a useful role alongside your pension in retirement.PensionBee UK2026-08-04 | ISAs could play a useful role alongside your pension in retirement. They offer tax-free growth and withdrawals that don’t count towards Income Tax or affect your Personal Allowance.
By bridging early retirement gaps and covering bigger one-off costs, they could add flexibility to your income plan.
It’s worth considering how different savings pots might work together to support your lifestyle in later life.The wait is over! Our new Born to Retire campaign is here!PensionBee UK2026-08-03 | Say hi to Jane. 👋
Jane is here to show you exactly what retirement could look like.
From the stage to the garden, she's living her best retirement, and it looks pretty incredible from where we’re standing.
A top-tier retirement awaits and yours could be a showstopper too.
So, who could you be with PensionBee?A top-tier retirement with Jane - Born to RetirePensionBee UK2026-08-03 | Jane always knew exactly who she wanted to be in retirement.
A baker, performer, gardener. Someone who finally had the time to do it all!
A pension shaped your way can make that possible. It's time to reimagine your retirement.
Ask yourself, who could you be with PensionBee?
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Music: BrotherMusicHow different could your retirement look if you started today?PensionBee UK2026-07-31 | Starting your pension at 50 with nothing saved might feel daunting, but Sarah Durber, VP Customer Success at PensionBee, shows just how far £400 a month could go.
With a 25% government top up bringing it to £500 a month, that could grow to a £200,000 pot in 20 years, adding around £8,000 a year in retirement. Pension tax relief is a government incentive that effectively adds money to your pension pot by refunding the income tax you originally paid on your earnings.
Factor in the full new State Pension, and you’re looking at £20,000 a year from your 70th birthday.
How different could your retirement look if you started today?PensionBee’s Head of Customer Success, Alex, tells us which purchase turned into a monthly expense.PensionBee UK2026-07-30 | Those little treats can sometimes become part of the monthly budget. PensionBee’s Head of Customer Success, Alex Langley, tells us which purchase turned into a monthly expense for him. His answer is a reminder that some costs don’t stop after the first payment. What’s something you’ve bought that ended up costing more than you expected in the long run?Many women take on caring responsibilities later in life, without realising the financial impact.PensionBee UK2026-07-28 | Many women take on caring responsibilities later in life, often without realising the long-term financial impact. These periods out of work can mean fewer pension contributions at a time when they could matter most.
It’s worth staying aware of what support is available if you're eligible, and how small steps could help keep your plans on track. Looking ahead and starting conversations early could make a real difference over time.How does market volatility shape your pension pot? - Bonus episodePensionBee UK2026-07-24 | Market volatility is back in the headlines, and if you’ve noticed your pension balance moving up and down, you’re not alone. From tariffs to geopolitical tensions, there’s no shortage of reasons to feel uneasy. But before you rush to make any changes, it’s worth understanding how volatility actually works and why, more often than not, staying put is the smartest move.
Join our host, Philippa Lamb, and VP Personal Finance at PensionBee, Maike Currie as they discuss:
- what market volatility is and what drives it; - why pension pots are more resilient than you might think, and how quickly markets have historically recovered; - why keeping up contributions during a downturn can actually work in your favour; and - how to check whether you’re in the right plan for your life stage.
To learn more about investing and stock markets, check out these articles and podcasts from PensionBee:
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PensionBee makes it easy to stay on top of your pension and take back control of your personal finances. Check out our plans and learn more about what we do at: pensionbee.com/uk (capital at risk)
Or visit Pensions Explained: pensionbee.com/uk/pensions-explainedHow to resist lifestyle creep - Pension Confident Podcast E51PensionBee UK2026-07-22 | Are you earning more than you were five years ago but still don’t feel better off? You might be experiencing ‘lifestyle creep’. The subtle way spending expands to quietly swallow every pay rise, bonus, and promotion. From Ocado upgrades and subscription sprawl to beauty routines that keep growing, lifestyle creep is surprisingly easy to fall into and remarkably hard to spot.
Join our host, Philippa Lamb, and our expert panel as they discuss how to identify, resist, and even reverse lifestyle creep:
Content Creator, Clare Seal; Co-Founder and CEO of Emma, Edoardo Moreni; and Head of Customer Success Team at PensionBee, Alex Langley.
Enjoying the podcast? Tell us what you think below and give us a review or rating. As always we’d love to hear your suggestions and feedback. Send us an email: podcast@pensionbee.com.
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PensionBee aims to build pension confidence, to create a world where everyone can enjoy a happy retirement. Learn more about what we do at: pensionbee.com/uk (capital at risk)
Or visit Pensions Explained: pensionbee.com/uk/pensions-explained£40 a month might feel small, but it can add up to something pretty meaningful.PensionBee UK2026-07-22 | Starting your pension with just £40 a month might feel small, but with tax relief usually topping it up to £50, it can add up to something pretty meaningful. Pension tax relief is a government incentive that effectively adds money to your pension pot by refunding the Income Tax you originally paid on your earnings.
Hannah Martin, Founder of Rich Retiree, breaks down how that modest amount could grow to over £16,000 in 15 years. Enough to fund some weekend getaways in retirement that you wouldn't have had otherwise.
What would you do with an extra £16,000?Ive often said that I retired when nobody wanted me anymore. - Podcast bonus episodePensionBee UK2026-07-21 | In this bonus episode, we hear from PensionBee customer Nigel. Now 76 and retired, he spent decades commuting into Central London, raising two children, and telling himself he’d sort his pension “someday”. A bad experience with an active fund manager and an IFA changed all that - and a tip from his son led him to PensionBee.
We unpack Nigel’s pension journey with pensions expert Dani Skerrett from PensionBee, covering the tax benefits of saving into a pension, when a financial adviser is (and isn’t) worth it, how to think about how much you actually need in retirement, and what life in drawdown really looks like day-to-day.
To learn more about the topics discussed in this bonus episode, check out these articles and podcasts from PensionBee:
Enjoying the podcast? Tell us what you think below and give us a rating. As always we’d love to hear your suggestions and feedback. Send us an email: podcast@pensionbee.com.
Please like, share and subscribe if you like what we're doing! Share your thoughts in the comments box below.
PensionBee aims to build pension confidence, to create a world where everyone can enjoy a happy retirement. Learn more about what we do at: pensionbee.com/uk (capital at risk)
Or visit Pensions Explained: pensionbee.com/uk/pensions-explainedEver feel caught off guard by big, one-off expenses?PensionBee UK2026-07-21 | Ever feel caught off guard by big, one-off expenses? A sinking fund is a straightforward way to break those costs into smaller monthly amounts, so they’re easier to manage. It can help make things like car repairs, holidays, or annual bills feel more predictable. Over time, it could mean fewer surprises and more control over your money.PensionBee - Jamess storyPensionBee UK2026-07-20 | James has been a PensionBee customer for nine years, and is passionate about sustainable investing. In this video, he talks about combining old workplace pensions, using the PensionBee app for quick updates, and relying on the Pension Calculator to track his progress towards retirement.
For James, focusing on his retirement means having the time and freedom to enjoy life without financial worry. If you're thinking about your own pension plan options or want a clearer picture of your retirement savings, this one's worth a watch, your next chapter is waiting.
Or visit Pensions Explained: pensionbee.com/uk/pensions-explainedMany women in part-time or caring roles earn below the £10,000 Auto-Enrolment threshold.PensionBee UK2026-07-17 | Many women in part-time or caring roles earn below the £10,000 Auto-Enrolment threshold. But what is Auto-Enrolment? Auto-Enrolment requires all employers to automatically place eligible staff into a workplace pension scheme. Which means they may never be automatically signed up to a workplace pension.
But Sarah Durber, VP Customer Success at PensionBee, wants you to know you don’t have to miss out. You can opt in, you just need to ask your employer.
Did you know you could opt into your workplace pension even if you haven’t been auto-enrolled?VP Personal Finance Maike Currie asked Birmingham: what are you looking forward to in retirement?PensionBee UK2026-07-15 | Work may have an end date, but the possibilities don’t. ✨
Our VP Personal Finance Maike Currie asked Birmingham: what are you looking forward to in retirement? And what do you want the younger generation to know?
From big travel plans to simple everyday joys, their answers are worth a listen.Buy Now Pay Later products are set for a big regulatory change on 15 July.PensionBee UK2026-07-14 | Buy Now Pay Later products are set for a big regulatory change on 15 July. We’re breaking down what the new FCA rules could mean for consumers, including the extra protections some people may get when using these products.
If you use BNPL when shopping online or in store, it’s worth understanding what’s changing. Because while splitting payments can feel convenient, it’s still a form of borrowing.PensionBee - Beccas storyPensionBee UK2026-07-13 | As a self-employed business owner, Becca put off setting up a pension for years, until a friend recommended PensionBee. She shares how quick and stress-free the sign up process was and why she now treats her monthly pension contribution just like paying herself.
If you're self-employed and unsure where to start with retirement savings, Becca's story shows how straightforward it can be once you’ve chosen a provider. A pension shaped your way means fitting your contributions around your income, whatever that looks like. Watch now to see how Becca took control of her financial future.
Or visit Pensions Explained: pensionbee.com/uk/pensions-explainedShould you buy Premium Bonds or save into a Cash ISA? - The Pension Confident Podcast bonus episodePensionBee UK2026-07-08 | Premium Bonds and Cash ISAs are two of the most popular savings options in the UK, but which one is right for you? With interest rates fluctuating and the cost of living still a real concern, it’s more important than ever to make your savings work as hard as possible.
Join our host, Philippa Lamb, and VP Personal Finance at PensionBee, Maike Currie as they discuss: how Premium Bonds work, including the odds, limits, and why there’s no guaranteed return; how Cash ISAs compare on interest rates, access, and tax efficiency; and who should consider which option, and whether holding both makes sense.
To learn more about Premium Bonds and Cash ISAs, check out these articles, podcasts and tools from PensionBee:
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PensionBee aims to build pension confidence, to create a world where everyone can enjoy a happy retirement. Learn more about what we do at: pensionbee.com/uk (capital at risk)
Or visit Pensions Explained: pensionbee.com/uk/pensions-explainedStarting a pension from £0 at 50 years old - Pension Confident Podcast E50PensionBee UK2026-07-08 | An estimated 7 million people aged over 50 in the UK have no private pension savings at all. Here's the reality: if you're one of them, it can feel too late to start. It isn't. Whether it's career breaks, the cost of living, a divorce, or simply never getting round to it - millions of people reach 50 with little or nothing put away. So how do you go from £0 to a pot that actually makes a difference?
Join our host, Philippa Lamb, and our expert panel as they discuss starting a pension from scratch at aged 50:
Founder of Rich Retiree, Hannah Martin; Founder of Wise Monkey Financial Coaching, Simonne Gnessen; and VP Customer Success at PensionBee; Sarah Durber.
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PensionBee aims to build pension confidence, to create a world where everyone can enjoy a happy retirement. Learn more about what we do at: pensionbee.com/uk (capital at risk)
Or visit Pensions Explained: pensionbee.com/uk/pensions-explainedYou don’t always start a pension thinking about retirement.PensionBee UK2026-07-08 | You don’t always start a pension thinking about retirement. For Hannah Martin, Founder of Rich Retiree, it was actually a conversation about tax that made her take action in her late 40s.
Her business was doing well, and her accountant made the suggestion to start a pension. It completely changed the way she thought about pensions.