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In this new podcast we’ll be bringing you the very best articles from across which.co.uk and our suite of magazines. We know you’re busy, so with Which? Shorts we’re giving you the chance to listen to our insightful journalism wherever you might be, whether that’s at home or on-the move.
Which? is the UK’s consumer champion and with the help of our team of experts we bring you the very best advice not only to help inform your buying choices, but also to help you live better and get more for your money.
Which? is the UK’s consumer champion and with the help of our team of experts we bring you the very best advice not only to help inform your buying choices, but also to help you live better and get more for your money.
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In this week's Which? Shorts podcast, we look at the quick and easy ways you can get your garden ready for summer, while keeping the costs down low.We explore how to cut the costs of tools and how to get discounts when buying plants. Read our tips on how to make gardening easier & sign up to our free garden newsletter.
1In this week's Which? Shorts podcast, we take a look at the increasing functionality of new cars could be distracting drivers.We explain the new features of modern vehicles and how you can ensure you stay safe behind the wheel. Read our latest new and used car reviews & sign up to our free cars newsletter.
In this archive episode, we hear more about the wonders of the Canary Islands, enjoying everything from their beautiful beaches to the mysterious rainforests of the interior. Transport yourself to the islands in the North Atlantic, and perhaps consider a visit for your next trip overseas. Feeling inspired? Check out our summary of the best Canary Island holiday resorts & sign up to our free Travel newsletter.Sign up to become a Which? member & receive our bi-monthly travel magazine.
Today we’ll be helping you get connected as we're joined by tech expert David McClelland and Which? magazine's Adam Snook. The team discuss what 4g and 5g even mean, how to make sure you're ready for 3G switch off and how to get the best deal Later we also get a sneak preview of the latest Which? survey into the mobile phone networks, out in May's Which? Magazine. Check out our latest Mobile network reviews and sign up to become a Which? member.
With the increasing move online, it's more and more likely we'll be asked to part with our own personal data. In this episode we tell you how you can lock down the sensitive information you share online. Read more of our best VPNs for privacy and streaming (subscription required) & sign up to our free tech newsletter - delivered direct to your inbox.
We're often being asked to go onto our bank's website, whether to pay a bill or update our details - but how do you know that site is actually legit?Here at Which? we learnt that 2,000 websites that appear to imitate UK banks were reported in in 2023 alone. Read more & sign up to our free weekly Scam Alert newsletter.
Today we’ll be helping you nod off as we're joined by sleep scientist and therapist Dr Kat Lederle. The team discuss how improving your routine can help you get a more restful sleep, while we also explain the symptoms sleep apnea.Later we also hear from the testing team at Which? to find out whether you can buy yourself a good night’s rest with the right mattress and pillow. Check out our latest pillow & mattress reviews (subscription required) & sign up to become a Which? member.
We hear more about our latest car insurance reviews, revealing which policies offer the best value for money. Later we explain what cover you can expect, and who is most likely to pay out should you find yourself needing to make a claim. Read more about our latest car insurance reviews & sign up to become a Which? member.You could get a quote with Confused.com from the companies Which? has rated.Check out our free Money newsletter & subscribe to our Money podcast.
Today we’re hitting the road, as data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders suggests that pure electric cars are expected to account for one in five new car sales this year. But there’s a key factor that tends to weigh heavily in the minds of car buyers - reliability.In this episode we find out why EVs perform poorly when compared to typical hybrid and petrol cars, and what you can do to buy the best vehicle for you. Read more about our electric car tests & sign up to become a Which? member.
We're discussing the great outdoors and sharing some top tips and advice to make your next camping trip as stress-free as possible. Our experts explain the confusing jargon, and discuss the gear you really need for a hassle free and enjoyable night's sleep beneath the stars. We also discuss how we test tents, the best walks in the UK and the equipment you should consider before your next trip outdoors.Read our latest tent reviews (subscription needed) & check our our ultimate camping essentials checklist.
Today we’re celebrating a big anniversary, the 50th anniversary of Which? Travel.To mark the occasion, on this episode we’re returning to Gran Canaria, a destination we first way back in 1974. Now we’ve returned to see what’s changed. Find out more about Which? Travel at 50 – the story of the UK's longest running travel magazine & sign up for a Which? Travel subscription now.
In this episode we explain why you need to choose a model that lasts – it’s better for your bank balance, as well as the planet.Check out our Get Answers podcast to help you find the best fitness tracker for you & sign up to our free sustainability or tech newsletters.
We're bringing you a chance to hear our sister show, Get Answers, the podcast that helps you solve life's everyday problems. We discuss the results of our survey uncovering the UK's most sustainable restaurant chains, hearing what they are doing to help reduce their impact on the planet. Throughout we're also joined by home food waste expert Kate Hall as she shares her top tips on how to reduce the amount of food we send to landfill each year.Sign up to our free sustainability newsletter & find out more on how to become a Which? subscriberSubscribe to the Get Answers podcast
In this archive episode we discuss efforts to crackdown on criminal activity, shining a light on the often stretched resources of scam prevention teams across the country. This episode was first published in March 2023. Listen to our Get Answers podcast about the future of scams & sign up to our free scam alert newsletter.
We meet the homeowners sharing the truth about their lives owning historic buildings across the country as they discuss the added cost of upkeep and repair, and whether they'd recommend investing in listed property. Read the latest on house prices & sign up to our free weekly Money newsletter. ***Want samart ways to make money go further – find the best deals, avoid scams, grow savings and more - sign for a Which? Money subscription.
In this week's Which? Shorts podcast, we reveal how supermarkets are changing our favourite foods in an attempt to improve their bottom lines. We also ask whether it's really fair to shrink groceries, or downgrade their ingredients?Read more about our investigation & sign up to our free Money newsletter.
Today we’re heading stateside, to the shores of Lake Michigan, as we explore the city of Chicago, one our readers recently voted the best to visit in the United States. Read more on why Chicago was voted the best world city & sign up to our free Travel newsletter.
Today we discuss one of the biggest purchases you can make, explaining how to make sure you find a car that's right for you. We're joined by car expert and podcaster Sam Moores to give you some tips and tricks to help you when it comes to buying and selling, plus we pull back the curtain of how we test cars here at Which? and reveal the manufacturing claims you just need to take with a pinch of salt.Read our advice on how to buy the best car & become a Which? member to receive our 2024 car guide. Click here to receive our free cars newsletter.
We’re discussing a scandal involving our smart devices - big appliances like washing machines and TVs, or the likes of smart doorbells. A recent Which? investigation found many of these products are being sold with pitifully short support policies, or no mention of them at all - putting them, and us, at a security risk. Read more about the big brands leaving consumers in the dark over smart product updates & sign up for our tech newsletter. ***This podcast was read by a Text to Speech & AI Voice Generator.
This week we hear more about why we here at Which? have launched the Right to Connect campaign, fighting back against sneaky in-contract price rises.Check out our broadband and mobile price rise calculator & find out how you can slash your bills by up to £187 per year. Sign up to our free technology newsletter here. Since we recorded regulator Ofcom has proposed a ban on unpredictable broadband and mobile mid-contract price rises - find out more. ***This podcast was read by a Text to Speech & AI Voice Generator.
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