Send us a text In this episode of This Week in Wealth I discuss our inaugural Women's Investment Boardroom, the current state of the markets and double click on the implications of rising bond yields. I also ask if the volatility of Bitcoin means it's classified as an investment, speculation, or gambling. The main discussion centres around the importance of understanding bond yields and their impact on the economy, particularly in light of the Bank of England's recent rate cuts while bond yields...
May 24, 2025•15 min•Ep. 177
Send us a text I've waited a long time to interview my longtime friend Dr Judy Aslett on the Prosperity Podcast. A former foreign correspondent for Channel Four, Judy is a seasoned journalist, documentary filmmaker and co-creator of the popular YouTube channel Sailing Fair Isle . Together with her partner Steve, they dive into the realities of life on a boat, the art of powerful storytelling and creating meaningful change across the globe. Judy shares her journey from reporting on post apartheid...
May 20, 2025•47 min•Ep. 176
Send us a text For This Week in Wealth I caught up with property expert Eyeedul Haque on the recent Bank of England rate cut and April's property price numbers. We explore how interest rate changes affect buyer behaviour, mortgage rates and the rental market, while also analysing transaction trends and approval rates. Find out why Eyeedul believes now is the time to act quickly while it's still a buyer's market. Interest rates have been reduced to 4.25%. Inflation is forecasted to rise to about ...
May 16, 2025•24 min•Ep. 175
Send us a text James Collier returns to the pod this episode. James, a former NHS dietician and cofounder of Huel opens up for an honest conversation about the future of food, body image, misinformation and his excellent new book Well Fed: How modern diets are failing us and what we can do about it . James takes us from his early days in NHS dietetics through bodybuilding and nutrition consultancy to cofounding one of the world’s leading complete food brands. Drawing on three decades of experien...
May 13, 2025•52 min•Ep. 174
Send us a text This podcast is all about the acronyms - the SRA regulates an AI law firm, the FCA eases red tap and the BoE cuts rates. Today I discuss various financial topics including market trends, the impact of the Bank of England's interest rate cut, and the FCA's regulatory changes aimed at simplifying financial advice and the mortgage market. I'm also blown away by the registration of Garfield.law, the first AI law firm in the UK. Any comments you can email me nicole@yourprosperity.org.u...
May 09, 2025•15 min•Ep. 173
Send us a text Ever wondered how cutting edge technology can transform content creation and consumption? In this episode of The Prosperity Podcast I welcome Michael Becker, founder of Neo Core and author of “Content Capitalist: How to Create a Content Business.” Michael shares his remarkable journey from pioneering EEG technology that adapts audio content to your mood and mental state, to reshaping traditional content marketing strategies through his latest book. Discover how Michael’s revolutio...
May 06, 2025•42 min•Ep. 172
Send us a text In this episode of This Week in Wealth I discusses the current state of the UK economy, including market performance, inflation and potential financial shocks. I highlight the challenges posed by rising costs of living and the impact of economic policies. Despite the grim outlook, there are some positive developments in the entrepreneurial spirit and investment trends among UK residents, emphasising the importance of adaptability in financial planning. Takeaways The UK economy is ...
May 02, 2025•19 min•Ep. 171
Send us a text In this episode I welcome Anwen Cooper, mission director and cofounder of Thrivall, to explore the intersection of mental health, workplace wellbeing and proactive counselling. Drawing from extensive experience in strategic marketing, mental health advocacy and even yoga, Anwen offers valuable perspectives on building resilient, supportive workplaces where employees can truly flourish. Anwen shares the transformative power of proactive counselling, providing team members with qual...
Apr 29, 2025•36 min•Ep. 170
Send us a text In this episode of This Week in Wealth I discuss various financial topics including the IMF predictions that the Bank of England will slash interest rates three times this year, in spite of stubbornly high inflation. We also discuss the race to invest in cash ISAs ahead of rumoured changed. I take a deep dive into the English wine market. Could it be that this industry is losing its fizz? Finally I'm launching a new Women's Investment Boardroom. Message me for more details. 00:00 ...
Apr 25, 2025•19 min•Ep. 169
Send us a text Nicole Bremner welcomes back Martin Stewart to the Prosperity Podcast, veteran mortgage broker, founder of London Money and now published author for a frank and insightful look at the resilience of the UK housing market, the shifting shape of consumer debt and how society’s expectations around money, property and success are evolving. Martin shares his expert view on why the housing market continues to defy predictions of collapse, despite rising interest rates, affordability chal...
Apr 22, 2025•53 min•Ep. 168
Send us a text "Tread with caution if investing in Bitcoin." In this episode of This Week In Wealth, I discuss the current economic landscape for SMEs, including trends in business relocation, financial support options and even TikTok's new support for small business. I also explores the recent fluctuations in gold and Bitcoin prices, emphasising the importance of understanding market volatility and the speculative nature of cryptocurrencies. Takeaways Two out of five SME owners are considering ...
Apr 18, 2025•14 min•Ep. 167
Send us a text From delivering telephone books to managing over $1 billion in Facebook ads, this episode of The Prosperity Podcast with Nicole Bremner features the incredible journey of Paul Getter, the renowned “Internet Marketing Nerd.” Join Nicole as Paul opens up about his transformational journey from humble beginnings in Naples, Florida, to becoming one of the world’s leading authorities in digital marketing. Known for his early adoption of social media platforms, Paul shares how authentic...
Apr 15, 2025•47 min•Ep. 166
Send us a text Did Trump's tariffs cause the volatility or did we already have the sniffles? In this new weekly format This Week in Wealth , I discuss the current state of the markets, personal investment strategies and the critical importance of diversification in building a resilient financial portfolio. I shares personal anecdotes, insights on market volatility and practical steps for you to take in order to secure your financial future. The conversation emphasises the emotional and financial...
Apr 11, 2025•22 min•Ep. 165
Send us a text Ready to trade your 9-5 for the life of your dreams? In this episode of Prosperity Podcast, Nicole Bremner is joined by Anastasia and Tomer, founders of Generation Nomads, to discuss their transformative journey from corporate burnout to global entrepreneurship. Drawing from their backgrounds mentoring Fortune 500 startups and managing significant innovation projects, they share how they built a successful business and real estate investment portfolio, all while traveling the worl...
Apr 08, 2025•44 min•Ep. 164
Send us a text In this insightful and transparent episode I take you inside my investment portfolio, sharing the strategies, decisions and lessons I've learned over the years. From navigating the volatile stock market to reassessing my once thriving property empire, I provide an unfiltered look at where I invests my money and why. I candidly discuss: 🔸 The shifting landscape of property investment—why I've gone from owning 110 properties to selling most of them. 🔸 How I structures my investmen...
Mar 28, 2025•22 min•Ep. 163
Send us a text Should we have the right to choose how we die? In this powerful episode of The Prosperity Podcast, Nicole Bremner speaks with Sylvia Lewin, a passionate advocate for assisted dying. After witnessing her mother’s prolonged suffering despite her wishes, Sylvia became a vocal supporter of the Assisted Dying Bill in the UK. Whether you agree or disagree, this episode will challenge your views and open up an important conversation about autonomy, dignity, and the right to choose. 📌 Ke...
Mar 21, 2025•37 min•Ep. 162
Send us a text The UK property market is at a turning point. Interest rates, mortgage approvals, rising rents and a looming housing crisis are leaving buyers, landlords and investors wondering what’s coming next. Will house prices crash or recover? Are interest rates finally going to drop? And is now the right time to buy, sell, or wait? With so much conflicting information out there, it’s hard to know what to believe. One report says house prices are rising, another says they’re plummeting. One...
Mar 14, 2025•45 min•Ep. 161
Send us a text In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Nicole Bremner takes us on a journey through her life—one marked by resilience, reinvention and unwavering determination. From her early years in Australia becoming a Chartered Financial Planner , thriving in property development and facing public scrutiny, Nicole opens up about the highs and lows that have shaped her. She candidly discusses: 🔸Growing up in an entrepreneurial family of nurses and the financial lessons she learned. 🔸O...
Mar 07, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 160
Send us a text Ready to make 2025 your most successful year yet? It's not too late In this episode of The Prosperity Podcast, Nicole Bremner sits down with high performance coach and mindset expert Olga Kublik to uncover the secrets behind effective goal setting. Drawing on cutting edge neuroscience, Olga shares powerful strategies to transform dreams into actionable plans. From overcoming limiting beliefs to harnessing neuroplasticity for habit formation, this conversation goes beyond tradition...
Feb 28, 2025•46 min•Ep. 159
Send us a text Where are UK property prices headed in 2025? After a turbulent few years, the UK property market is shifting once again but what does that mean for homeowners, investors and buyers? In this episode of The Prosperity Podcast, Nicole Bremner is joined once again by property expert Eyeedul Haque to analyse the biggest market trends of 2024, discuss key factors influencing house prices and share bold predictions for what’s coming in 2025. From stamp duty changes and mortgage rates to ...
Feb 21, 2025•38 min•Ep. 158
Send us a text The Prosperity Podcast is back with a new direction and a powerful conversation to launch this next chapter. As the podcast evolves and takes a fresh approach, it begins with a conversation that sets the tone for what’s to come. In this episode, host Nicole Bremner takes the hot seat, interviewed by fellow podcaster Ellie McKay, for a candid and insightful discussion. For the first time, Nicole shares how she has faced adversity, navigated complex challenges, and emerged on the ot...
Feb 14, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 157
Send us a text What if financial advice was accessible to everyone, no matter their background or starting point? Welcome to the relaunch of The Prosperity Podcast with Nicole Bremner! After a hiatus since April 2024, Nicole is back with a fresh focus—making financial guidance available to those who need it most. Having built a successful career in property and finance, Nicole has now pivoted towards financial coaching, helping individuals and businesses navigate their finances with confidence. ...
Feb 07, 2025•27 min•Ep. 156
Send us a text WEALTH: Gold expert Simon Popple makes a strong case for the inflation protection qualities of investing in gold. Even now when gold is at all time highs. As a former head of investment manager at Strutt and Parker, Simon realised that his personal inflation rate was much higher than the RPI. After much research he decided investment into gold was the answer. In this interview we discuss: - Why gold provides the hedge against inflation that Simon believes we all need as part of a ...
Apr 23, 2024•28 min•Ep. 155
Send us a text WISDOM: Jo Tocher's life changed after experiencing the trauma of miscarriage. No longer able to exist in the corporate world she set out not just to heal but to find purpose. Life After Miscarriage, Your Guide to Healing from Pregnancy Loss is the story about Jo's transformational journey from the pain of loss to a place of acceptance and hope. But it goes further to show how any loss - including relationships ending, childhood trauma, a pet dying, kids leaving home, changing job...
Apr 09, 2024•35 min•Ep. 154
Send us a text EP153: "When I became a solicitor I was diagnosed with anxiety and PTSD. So I’d done the classic thing where you go to CBT, you get the medication, you do all the things that you’re told to do." Lawyer and mental health advocate Jodie Hill shares her top strategies for improving mental health. Learn how keeping a gratitude journal, planning social activities around exercise, taking regular breaks, communicating intentionally with your team, and reflecting on your needs can help bo...
Mar 26, 2024•42 min•Ep. 153
Send us a text EP152: "I've been doing purchase lease options since before they were being taught. I would never have said now is a good time to do it because it's always been a good time. But now I'm telling the world that there are so many options out there. And the amazing thing about it is that we get to help people. There are people out there who we need to help. They are literally so stressed, so scared, getting sick because they cannot cope with what they've got. We can go in there and ta...
Mar 19, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 152
Send us a text EP151: January 2024 has started well in terms of confidence returning to the UK property market. The cost of borrowing has started to decrease as mortgage lenders fight for market share. Santander has launched a 5-year fixed rate at 3.84%, which is very different to the average rate of 6.66% during August 2023. The Bank of England may start to cut interest rates sooner than initially thought. This will be welcome news to homeowners, businesses and the wider economy. The positive i...
Mar 12, 2024•38 min•Ep. 151
Send us a text EP150: "Why do you feel like you need to seek outside validation? Why is your sense of self linked to certain metrics? When we understand that, it always goes back...to our childhood self where we formed a belief of ourselves that we're not good enough unless other people told us we were. So when you look back on this as an adult...you can see a totally good enough me...[clients] can see that they were good enough. Then you get into affirmations...that will really start to change ...
Mar 05, 2024•45 min•Ep. 150
Send us a text EP149: CASE STUDY - Property investment is often touted as the holy grail toward financial freedom. Courses are sold and many are living this perceived glitzy lifestyle thanks to their "passive income" from property. But what about if it is your property portfolio that's holding you back from living your best life or even worse, is pushing you toward financial ruin? Here I share with you a case study of my client Barbara, name and details changed of course. What I suggested might ...
Feb 27, 2024•12 min•Ep. 149
Send us a text EP148: We've been selected as one of 2,500 guinea pigs for the BP5000 programme. What is Blueprint and what is the BP5000 programme? You might have heard of Bryan Johnson, a tech multimillionaire who sold a company to Paypal for gazillions. Over the last couple of years he has spent over $2m a year testing everything there is to test with a team of medical professionals. His goal is to try to slow the aging process with a range of medical and dietary interventions which cost milli...
Feb 20, 2024•13 min•Ep. 148