How Gen Zs Do Money Differently, with Maddie Borge.
🌟 WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE 🌟Meet Maddie Borge, the 24-year-old YouTube brainiac proving you can be Gen Z and a ruthless saver. We talk why the old “degree → job → house” pipeline feels broken, how to stay sane (and solvent) when renting is chaos, and the mindset shift from flexing to de-influencing. Maddie breaks down paying yourself first, using high-yield savings + index funds/ISAs, auditing your spending (farewell, rogue subscriptions and £5 matchas), and gamifying goals with delicious progress bars. We also dig into balance - yes, you can love little luxuries without torching your deposit, and why building a business or portable career can beat chasing a ladder that’s missing rungs.Key takeaways: automate it, live below your means, track everything, and find joy in the save.Maddie's Channels:YouTubeInstagramTiktok👉 Join Our Beginner Friendly Investing Club! Leave us a message on The Curve Hotline 💌☎️For more from The Curve:Investing ClubWebsiteInstagramYouTubeTikTokNewsletterDisclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.
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The Rise of ‘Kidulting’ & How It Could Make You Rich.
🌟 WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE 🌟Kidulting is on the rise, and it’s not just about grown-ups buying plushies for their shelves - it’s shaping up to be a full-blown investing trend. We dive into why collectibles like Jellycats and Labubus are booming, and how to spot whether a “cute craze” could actually be a smart addition to your portfolio. From there, we get into the US government shutdown drama (and what it really means for interest rates, jobs, and your money), why investors are flocking to gold when things feel shaky, the surprising premium butter boom (yes, butter is the new luxury), and the London Stock Exchange’s fall from grace. Plus, we share a listener’s brilliant email on women buying “boring” businesses and what it would take to start one yourself. Packed with money insights, random tangents, and at least one stubbed toe story - this one’s worth the listen.👉 JOIN OUR INVESTMENT CLUB!🎧 Listen to Vic’s 'Review of ‘The Soul of Money’.Leave us a message on The Curve Hotline 💌☎️For more from The Curve:Investing ClubWebsiteInstagramYouTubeTikTokNewsletterDisclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.
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Vic’s Review of ‘The Soul of Money’.
Vic brings ‘The Soul of Money’ to the couch and suddenly our bank statements feel like diaries we maybe… wouldn’t show our mums. We unpack the myth of ‘never enough,’ swap abundance for sufficiency, and explore money as a flow (sometimes a waterfall, sometimes a dribbly tap) that carries our intentions - whether that’s supporting local, giving with purpose, or voting with our wallets. Expect chat on financial integrity, values-based spending & donating, and why hoarding can dam your energy. Key takeaways: name your ‘enough,’ let money move with palms-up energy, and ask if each spend reflects who you are. Listen in, tell us your thoughts where you’re tuned in, and drop your next book recs - we’re ready for round two.🎧 Listen to our episode with Roxie Nafousi.Leave us a message on The Curve Hotline 💌☎️For more from The Curve:Investing ClubWebsiteInstagramYouTubeTikTokNewsletterDisclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.
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Should We Be Investing in Matcha?
🌟 WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE 🌟Soph is off having a well-deserved break in the woods this week (miss you Soph - plss come back soon 🥲). In her place, we’ve got Emily stepping out from behind the camera and onto the mic, matcha in hand. And speaking of matcha… it’s officially having a moment. Sales have doubled, cafés are going green, and Gen Z is treating it like the new Aperol Spritz (but healthier, Instagrammable, and about 100 shades brighter). We chat about why little luxuries are booming, the economics behind the matcha craze, and what it tells us about shifting spending habits. Plus, Vic weighs in on Trump’s latest visa drama, Nvidia and OpenAI’s eye-watering $100B deal, Pfizer muscling into the weight-loss drug race, and New Zealand smashing a glass ceiling with its first female central bank governor. Happy Monday everyone!WTF Does That Mean? A Guide to All the Jargony Bits:H-1B Visa – US work visa for skilled jobs (techies, doctors).Market Cap – Total value of a company’s shares.AI Chips – Supercharged computer brains for AI.GLP-1 – Protein in weight-loss drugs that kills cravings.Acquisition – When one company buys another.Obesity Drug Market – The $$$ biz of weight-loss meds.Central Bank – The big boss bank running the economy.Interest Rates – How much it costs to borrow money.Inflation – When prices rise and money buys less.Leave us a message on The Curve Hotline 💌☎️For more from The Curve:Investing ClubWebsiteInstagramYouTubeTikTokNewsletterDisclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.
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The Art of Asking for More (and Getting It), with Meggie Palmer.
Ever walked into a pay rise conversation, only to feel your brain switch off and your confidence evaporate faster than your lunch break? You’re not alone. In this episode, Sophie sits down with salary negotiation powerhouse Meggie Palmer to unpack how to prep, practise, and push through those oh-so-awkward money chats. From knowing your “wish, want, walk” numbers, to mastering the art of silence, Meggie shares practical scripts, confidence tricks, and even a “fake tunnel drop-out” hack you’ll want to keep in your back pocket. We also tackle why women are conditioned to feel icky about asking for more, and how to rewire that mindset. Spoiler: you’re adding value - time to own it.PepTalkHer: https://www.peptalkher.com/The original episode with Meggie: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0ukKYVeZDXfaBz20qal0Gv?si=Edty--14SLuXqRIWxgkkhQWant the step-by-step guide we put together with Lexus on how to actually afford a big-ticket item (like a car that makes you feel as sleek as you look)? Grab the free PDF here.Leave us a message on The Curve Hotline 💌☎️For more from The Curve:Investing ClubWebsiteInstagramYouTubeTikTokNewsletterDisclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.
The Curve is a platform to learn more about money. To change the stereotype that these conversations are typically boring, and only for men in suits. Victoria has worked in the finance and investing world for 13 years, and Sophie is a total novice. Learn alongside her as she asks all the questions you're thinking, but might feel a little embarrassed to ask. This podcast will give you all the tools and knowledge to achieve financial freedom, as well as (hopefully) having a laugh along the way.
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Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice
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