False Economy

Vix Leyton and Paul Watson dig into their guests retail quirks, from their best ever bargains to their worst ever rip-offs.<br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

The Gamification of Supermarket Shopping

Vix, Paul and Charlotte discuss a whole host of spending challenges that the big supermarkets have introduced in recent months, plus a new Leon coffee subscription has entered the chat...but is it better than Pret? We'll tell you which one is our winner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

06-11
34:39

Eating Cat Food For A Living

Vix and Paul discuss the fact that pocket money is going out of fashion, as well as the fact that your credit rating is now going to affect your interest rates (but it's not boring, we promise...).Plus - how much would you have to be paid to eat cat food every day? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

06-05
37:02

Stephen & Viv from Race Across The World

A travel special this week as we get the best tips from Stephen and Viv, fresh from their stint on the BBC's Race Across The World. They join Vix and Charlotte to talk everything from luggage allowances to Seatfrog - as well of spilling all the tea from the show, of course. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

05-28
42:32

Dander and farts

Vix, Paul and Charlotte are talking all things mortgages - specifically how old is too old to get a mortgage these days? It’s not like it was in the old days, that’s for sure. And if that wasn’t enough, we tell you how much it’ll cost you to buy twelve bags of bugs…. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

05-22
29:18

Rufus Hound's money tips

The spokesperson for having transparent conversations about money Rufus Hound joins Vix, Paul and Charlotte to discuss our attitudes to money, and how we might better deal with widespread issues. Plus, a dig into the world of dating and how much it costs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

05-15
37:19

Twelve hours of flowers

Vix, Paul and Charlotte discuss the latest trend of 'skimpflation' - and if you don't know what that is...well join the club, but they'll explain all. Plus, water prices are rising at a huge rate... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

05-07
32:05

Have you ever seen a melon?

Vix, Paul and Charlotte discuss a new report which suggests that London is now more expensive than Monte Carlo, which is absolutely nutbags if you ask us. Plus, how do you feel about compulsory service charge? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

05-01
37:25

Diving for golf balls

Where have all the Little Chefs gone? And why are Deliveroo trying to charge us more for…delivering. Plus, how much does it cost to travel around New York City? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

04-24
33:37

Turkey Teeth

Vix and Paul discuss the drop in popularity in staycations - apparently they're down 80%. There's also an upturn in the number of people going abroad for vet treatment given the spiralling costs at home - plus, you've probably had pizza WITH beer, but have you ever tried a pizza FLAVOURED beer? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

04-16
32:08

Barlows in the bin

Vix, Paul and Charlotte discuss important changes to car tax (yes we know it sounds boring but stick with it) - as well as bemoaning the current state of Royal Mail. Plus - how much does a full sized tennis court cost? (I know, you’ve always wanted to know…) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

04-10
36:54

Killing a man with a Chocolate Orange

Vix is joined by Paul and Charlotte to discuss the terrible phenomenon of 'Finfluencers' (find out what they are by listening...) - plus they celebrate National Scrabble day in style... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

04-02
33:51

More expensive, more slowly

Vix, Paul and Charlotte discuss the Amazonification of the consumer market - do we expect too much from smaller businesses now that big corporations offer so much? Plus, how much does it cost to be cryogenically frozen these days? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03-27
35:44

Inside a Mongolian yurt in Notting Hill

Vix, Paul and Charlotte discuss social spending pressure - do you find yourself buying rounds you can't afford, or splitting a bill even if you've only had a salad? Plus, fines for taking your kids out of school are rising... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03-20
33:16

Have you been to the chocolate river yet?

Vix is joined by Paul and Charlotte to discuss the now infamous Willy Wonka experience - plus they tell you exactly how big a pay rise you need to keep up with the increased cost of living... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03-13
33:17

Burning for a welding helmet

Vix, Paul and Charlotte are talking all things electric vehicles this week, as well as trying to determine the value of a degree these days - plus, FINALLY, we discuss the big issue of 2024: welding. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03-06
36:39

You can’t find cruelty anymore

Vix, Paul and Charlotte discuss the battle of the supermarkets (which is very much hotting up), whether you should share your scratchcard winnings with a partner (spoiler, someone didn't) and the sad demise of the Body Shop (and whether in fact, it is at all sad.)Plus, how much would you pay for an old tyre? We finally answer the age-old question. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

02-28
34:43

Are we going to retire...ever??

Vix is joined by Paul and Charlotte to discuss the impending doom that is the ever-increasing retirement age, as well as the implications of the modern working week. But most importantly, how much does it cost to swim with sharks these days? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

02-21
33:53

How much it costs to become a witch

It's Valentine's Day! Hurrah! Or Ugh, depending on how you feel. If you've left everything to the last minute (and let's face it, who hasn't), we have some top tips on ways to salvage the disaster. Plus: Vix, Paul and Charlotte talk all things healthcare in the light of the King's recent diagnosis - what's the best cover, and how can you manage if you suddenly come down with a long term illness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

02-14
35:55

A Complete Breakdown

Vix, Paul and Charlotte talk roadside assistance and breakdown cover, and how it is absolutely essential even if you think it isn’t…plus, a look ahead to Valentine’s AND Valentine’s Day, and there’s the return of a familiar face in the Quickfire Round… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

02-07
38:32

Stuck on a water slide

There are strong rumours that Woolworths is coming back to the high street - Vix, Paul and Charlotte investigate these reports. Plus, do we have better things to worry about these days than Dry January? Why is nobody doing it this year? And what on earth is a rock'n'roll stroll? We'll tell you exactly what, don't worry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

01-31
44:18

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