An easy way to grab a discount or a way of unfairly excluding millions of potential shoppers? This week we discuss supermarket loyalty pricing and hear why certain groups of society are unable to access the discounts many of us take for granted. We also hear more about our hopes for change, and how you can get involved in our campaign . Follow us on social media & sign up to our free Money newsletter ....
Jun 26, 2025•34 min•Ep. 303
In this week's episode of Which? Shorts, we round up the best travel brands that you should book with. Whether you want an all inclusive break, a long haul flight, or a hire car, we name the companies that shine brighter than the rest. Read all of our latest travel reviews & sign up for our free Travel newsletter Become a Which? member for 50% off the usual price...
Jun 24, 2025•12 min•Ep. 160
With the cost of care continuing to rise, we learn more about how much you should save, and the huge discrepancy in prices across the UK. In this episode we also hear how you can plan your finances with care in mind, and the things you can do to maximise your savings plan. Read more about care home costs & sign up to our free weekly Money newsletter Click here to send us an email Become a Which? Money member Get 50% off a Which? membership...
Jun 19, 2025•29 min•Ep. 302
In this week's episode of Which? Shorts, we can reveal new data from Which? that shows consumers are unhappy about how big mobiles phones are getting. Plus, given the lack of small handsets on the market, we tell you how to shop for something a bit smaller. Find out the only small smartphone we actually recommend & sign up for our free Tech newsletter Become a Which? member for 50% off the usual price...
Jun 17, 2025•8 min•Ep. 159
Looking after your skin, particularly in the summer months, is essential. But which products do you actually need to use? In the final episode in our special healthy living series, we're joined by consultant dermatologist Dr Justine Kluk, and Which? Senior Scientific Advisor Dr Neal Rimmer to explain which products are must-haves, which are nice to haves, and how to ensure you're getting enough protection from the sun with sunscreen and SPF products. Read all of our advice about sunscreens &...
Jun 15, 2025•41 min•Ep. 6
There’s a new payment method in town, allowing us to pay for goods or services online directly from our bank account - Pay by Bank. But how does it work? And could this be the beginning of the end for bank cards? We discuss all that and more, including some of the concerns we have as its rollout continues. Read more on how Pay by Bank works & sign up to our free weekly Money newsletter Click here to send us an email Become a Which? Money member Get 50% off a Which? membership...
Jun 12, 2025•23 min•Ep. 301
In this week's episode of Which? Shorts, we explain what you must do to the likes of your lawn mower, grass trimmer and pressure washer to keep them in good working order. Read our reviews of the best lawn mowers for 2025 & sign up for our free Gardening newsletter Become a Which? member for 50% off the usual price Join Which? Gardening...
Jun 10, 2025•10 min•Ep. 158
Exercising is one of the first things that comes to mind when you think about living a healthy lifestyle. But what should you be doing? And how often should you be doing it? In this episode of our special healthy living series, we sit down with legendary fitness coach Mr Motivator to find out how we should be approaching exercise at different stages of life. Plus, we share our advice on shopping for the right fitness tracker to help keep on top of your daily activity. Read more of our advice on ...
Jun 08, 2025•49 min•Ep. 5
More of us than ever are taking control over our retirement pot. But is a self-invested pension the right thing for you? In this episode, Lucia Ariano is joined by Which? Money’s pension expert Paul Davies, and AJ Bell’s Director of Public Policy to explain what a SIPP is, and help you decide if it could form part of your retirement savings plan. Read more about how a Sipp could help you boost your retirement savings & sign up to our free weekly Money newsletter Click here to send us an emai...
Jun 05, 2025•34 min•Ep. 300
In this week's episode of Which? Shorts, we tell you about the results of our most recent car survey, and reveal the models that stopped rolling off the production line many years ago that still offer amazing levels of reliability. Read more about the cars with great reliability & sign up for our free Cars newsletter Become a Which? member for 50% off the usual price...
Jun 03, 2025•8 min•Ep. 157
Private healthcare has become more and more mainstream since the Covid-19 pandemic. But is it really worth paying extra to skip the NHS queues? In this episode of our special healthy living series, Which? Senior Researcher Megan Thomas and doctor and broadcaster Dr Oscar Duke discuss the benefits of going private for your next GP appointment. Plus we explain what it might cost you, and how you could face delays if you opt to return to the NHS. Read more about what to expect from private GP appoi...
Jun 01, 2025•27 min•Ep. 4
The bank of England base rate is falling, but inflation is on the rise. So are there any savings accounts on the market right now that offer competitive rates? In this episode, Lucia Ariano is joined by Which? Money’s Matthew Jenkin and NerdWallet UK’s Amy Knight to discuss what’s happening to savings rates, how you can choose the right deal, and what might happen to rates in the future. Read more about the accounts that beat inflation & sign up to our free weekly Money newsletter Click here...
May 29, 2025•32 min•Ep. 299
In this week's episode of Which? Shorts, we highlight the dramatic rise in the number of parking tickets being issued, plus what your rights are if you think you've been unfairly penalised. Read more about how to appeal a parking ticket & sign up for our free Weekly Scoop newsletter Become a Which? member for 50% off the usual price...
May 27, 2025•10 min•Ep. 156
The supplement industry is booming, but do we really know which vitamins should form part of our daily routine? In this episode of our special healthy living series, we discuss whether or not you actually need to take some of the most popular vitamins and supplements. Plus, we share our best advice on how you should supplement your intake if you life a vegan lifestyle. Read more about the supplements you do and don't need & sign up for our Food & Health newsletter, it's free monthly Podc...
May 25, 2025•34 min•Ep. 3
Having a travel insurance policy is essential in case something goes wrong when you’re away from home. But might an underlying medical condition bump up the price? In this episode, Lucia Ariano is joined by Which? insurance expert Dean Sobers to explain why your premium might cost more than you expected, plus what you can do to bring that price down. Read our reviews of the best travel insurance providers & sign up to our free weekly Money newsletter Click here to send us an email Become a W...
May 22, 2025•26 min•Ep. 298
In this week's episode of Which? Shorts, we've crunched the numbers to find the quietest places in Europe, then reviewed some of the hidden gems to help you choose somewhere new for your next getaway. Read more about the places we recommend & sign up for our Tech newsletter, it's free monthly Become a Which? member for 50% off the usual price Get 30% off a Which Travel annual membership for the first year - offer ends 16 June 2025...
May 20, 2025•10 min•Ep. 155
Calorie counting. Slimming clubs. Fasting. Detoxing. What really is the best way to stay healthy through the food we eat? In this episode of our special healthy living series, we look at some of the most popular diets and analyse which ones could be right for you. Read more about the most popular diets & sign up for our Food & Health newsletter, it's free monthly Read our review of Zoe to find out if you want to try it for yourself Podcast listeners can get 50% off a Which? membership...
May 18, 2025•42 min•Ep. 2
The way you choose to access your pension can have a big impact on the amount of money you have to live on in later life. So which option is right for you? Which? Money Editor Jenny Ross & Tom Selby, Director of Public Policy at AJ Bell explain how annuities and pension drawdown work, including the pros and cons of each method for turning your savings into a retirement income. Read our reviews of drawdown providers & sign up to our free weekly Money newsletter Find out the best annuity r...
May 15, 2025•35 min•Ep. 297
On this week's episode of Which? Shorts, we put Google and other online search engines to the test, to find out just how badly they're spamming us with dubious ads and potential scams. Read more about this & sign up for our Tech newsletter, it's free monthly Become a Which? member for 50% off the usual price...
May 13, 2025•13 min•Ep. 154
Long gone are the days where counting sheep was considered the best way to drift off at night. Now there are countless steps you can take to help you feel well rested after a night asleep in bed. From restricting your sleep, to buying the right pillow, we've put together an extensive guide on what you can try to improve the quality of your sleep. Read more tips on how to get a better night's sleep & sign up for our Food & Health newsletter, it's free monthly Read our reviews of the very ...
May 11, 2025•36 min•Ep. 1
Fraudsters are now using AI to their advantage, meaning scams are looking more and more believable. So what is the advice to help you spot the warning signs? In this episode, James Rowe is joined by Which? scams expert Faye Lipson and technology journalist David McClelland to talk about why scams look even more legitimate now, plus the steps you can take to sense check anything you see online. Sign up for our free Scam Alerts service & sign up to our free weekly Money newsletter Click here t...
May 08, 2025•34 min•Ep. 296
On this week's episode of Which? Shorts, we explore the crisis that's hitting UK pharmacies as a perfect storm of funding difficulties, staff shortages and manufacturing issues is impacting how easy it is to access the medication or advice we need. Read more about the crisis in UK pharmacies & sign up for our Food & Health newsletter, it's free monthly Become a Which? member for 50% off the usual price...
May 06, 2025•10 min•Ep. 153
With nearly one million people living with dementia in the UK, it’s likely you know someone, directly or indirectly, who’s impacted by the condition. But when it comes to dealing with your finances once you’ve been diagnosed, things are far from easy. In this episode, James Rowe is joined by Which? Money Content Editor Grace Witherden and Victoria Lyons, an Admiral Nurse at Dementia UK to explain what you can do now to ensure things are as simple as possible if you or a family member is diagnose...
May 01, 2025•32 min•Ep. 295
On this week's episode of Which? Shorts, we analyse a range of tech features that often come as standard on new cars. From area view cameras to cruise control, we tell you which ones are worth it, and which ones are best turning down if they're an optional extra. Read more about the tech features that are ruining new cars & sign up for our Cars newsletter, it's free monthly Become a Which? member for 50% off the usual price...
Apr 29, 2025•9 min•Ep. 152
Since they were announced at the start of the month, Trump’s tariffs have caused chaos on the markets. But is there any good news for your investments? In this episode, Rob Lilley-Jones is joined by Which? Investments expert Josh Wilson and Investments Director at AJ Bell Russ Mould to analyse what’s happened to the markets this month, and explore what could happen in the near future. Read more about how tariffs could impact your investments & sign up to our free weekly Money newsletter Clic...
Apr 24, 2025•31 min•Ep. 294
On this week's episode of Which? Shorts, we're revealing the broadband providers that we recommend. Here's a hint: it's not the big names you're expecting. Read more about the broadband providers we recommend & sign up for our Tech newsletter, it's free monthly Become a Which? member for 50% off the usual price...
Apr 22, 2025•11 min•Ep. 151
With Trump’s tariffs causing turmoil on the markets over the last two weeks, could mortgage rates actually be one of the big winners? In this episode, Lucia Ariano is joined by Which? mortgages expert Stephen Maunder and Head of Research at Hamptons Aneisha Beveridge to analyse what impact the tariffs are having on mortgage rates and explain what it means for the housing market. Read our reviews of the best energy providers & sign up to our free weekly Money newsletter Click here to send us ...
Apr 17, 2025•32 min•Ep. 293
On this week's episode of Which? Shorts, we've brought together the collective wisdom of Which? researchers and editors to create a shortlist of apps we think you can't live without. Read more about the apps we recommend & sign up for our Tech newsletter, it's free monthly Become a Which? member for 50% off the usual price...
Apr 15, 2025•10 min•Ep. 150
It’s April again, which means another year of your bills going up in price. And your energy bills are no exception. In this episode, Lucia Ariano is joined by Which? energy expert James Aitchison and NerdWallet UK’s Managing Editor, Adam French to discuss what the energy price cap means for you, how you could lower your monthly bills, and energy saving changes you can make to your home. Read our reviews of the best energy providers & sign up to our free weekly Money newsletter Click here to ...
Apr 10, 2025•29 min•Ep. 292
On this week's episode of Which? Shorts, we're shining a light on tipping culture in the UK. If you do give your waiter a tip, do you know if they get to keep it? And if you don't tip, could you say thanks in a different way? Read more about where your money actually goes & sign up to our free weekly Money newsletter Become a Which? member for 50% off the usual price...
Apr 08, 2025•10 min•Ep. 149