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Money Wise UK®From Hargreaves to Consultancy: Ben Yearsley's JourneyIn this episode of the Money Wise UK podcast, host George Ladds speaks with Ben Yearsley, a financial expert with a rich history in the industry. They discuss Ben's journey from his early aspirations of becoming a stockbroker to his extensive career at Hargreaves Lansdown and his current role in consultancy and investment. The conversation delves into the importance of asking questions, the balance between work and life, and the definition of success and happiness in one's career. Ben shares insights on investing in startups and the lessons from successes and failures. The episode concludes with Ben's advice on...2025-05-0839 min
Money Wise UK®Connecting Community and NatureIn this episode of the Money Wise UK podcast, host George Ladds speaks with Henry Rossiter of Belmont Estate about the estate's commitment to sustainability, community engagement, and the challenges of balancing business with environmental values. Henry shares his journey from a family background in agriculture to leading Belmont's transformation into a venue that connects people with nature. The conversation explores the importance of community involvement, the need for a reconnection with nature, and the pressing environmental challenges we face today. Henry emphasises the role of biodiversity and sustainable practices in ensuring a better future for both the estate...2025-04-2942 min
Money Wise UK®From Finance to Founding: Hugo Morrissey on Startups, Setbacks & Success Hosted by GeorgeIn this candid episode, George speaks with entrepreneur Hugo Morrissey about his bold leap from a career in finance at Neptune Investment Management to launching Nuisance Drinks in 2020. Hugo opens up about the highs and lows of starting a business during the pandemic, from foraging nettles to hand-labeling 5,500 bottles.The conversation takes a deeply personal turn as Hugo shares his struggles with mental health while running the business solo—and how therapy and antidepressants helped him find his footing again.He also reflects on his decision to exit the brand in 2024, touching on sunk cost fa...2025-04-1641 min
Money Wise UK®Retirement Revisited: Insights from Richard ParkinIn this episode of Money Wise UK Podcast, we welcome back Richard Parkin, Head of Retirement at BNY Investments. Following the October Budget and his latest research with NextWealth on Retirement Advice, Richard shares key insights shaping the future of retirement planning.Key findings from the research include:🔹 47% of advisers feel compliance with the thematic review limits their ability to meet client demand.🔹 28% of advisers have no plans to adopt a standardized retirement advice model.🔹 40% of advisers continue using the same portfolios for decumulation as they do for accumulation.We dive into these fin...2025-03-2742 min
Money Wise UK®Thoughtful Investing with Castlefield Investment PartnersThoughtful Investing with Castlefield Investment PartnersIf you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the jargon surrounding ESG, sustainable investing, responsible investing, impact investing, and ethical investing, this episode is a must-listen.In this episode of the Money Wise UK Podcast, host George talks with Callum Wells of Castlefield Investment Partners to discuss the complexities of sustainable finance.Key topics include:Understanding the differences between ESG, responsible, impact, and ethical investingHow to navigate the latest FCA sustainable investment labelsCastlefield’s unique approach to engaged and...2025-03-2155 min
Money Wise UK®Castlebay at 10: Quality Value Investing & IndependenceIn the Money Wise UK Podcast episode, host George speaks with David McNeil of Castlebay as the firm celebrates its 10th anniversary. David shares his journey into investment management, from an early fascination with stockbroking to co-founding Castlebay in 2013. He discusses the firm’s unique approach to quality value investing, maintaining a low turnover strategy (10% annually) and a long-term perspective.The conversation explores the challenges of running an independent investment firm, including regulation, technology adoption, and industry consolidation. David highlights Castlebay’s commitment to transparency, independence, and building long-term relationships with investors, contrasting trends in l...2025-03-1441 min
Money Wise UK®Creating an Impact – The Power of Investment to Drive ChangeWith poverty and inequality in the UK remaining among the highest in the developed world, impact investing offers a way to address these challenges while delivering financial returns.George and Hermina break down the world of investment trusts, explaining how they work and uncovering the unique opportunities in the social impact sector. They also discuss risk management, investor safeguards, and what sets the Schroder BSC Social Impact Trust apart from others in the ESG space.This conversation features real-world case studies of how the trust has created a measurable...2025-03-0734 min
Money Wise UK®Understanding Factor Investing as Part of a Global StrategyJoin George as he sits down with Andrew Cain of GSI for a deep dive into factor investing and its role in global investment strategies. This episode unpacks key investment concepts, including:✅ How factor investing works and its potential benefits for portfolio diversification and risk management✅ The differences between index investing and active strategies—and whether our approach to them should evolve✅ The FCA’s sustainable investment labels and their impact on fund selection✅ The intersection of factor investing and ESG, exploring engagement strategies and what sustainability means for investors...2025-02-2847 min
Money Wise UK®A Look at Global Innovation – Active vs. Passive InvestingIn this episode, George sits down with Mikhail Zverev and Graeme Bencke of Amati Global Investors for an in-depth discussion on global investing and the role of active management in today’s markets.We explore key themes, including:✅ The complexities of modern financial markets and what they mean for investors✅ The ongoing debate between active vs. passive investing—does active management add value?✅ The risks of avoiding the "Magnificent Seven" and the challenges of holding large, index-heavy stocks✅ The differences between working at a major investment house vs. a...2025-02-2448 min
Money Wise UK®Entrepreneurial Journey and the Meaning of SuccessJoin George in this special two-part series, where the focus shifts from investments to real-life businesses. In this episode, George sits down with Brad Askew, founder of Bristol Spring (formerly Spring Incubator), to explore his entrepreneurial journey—from launching an online legal services company to successfully selling it to a multinational legal insurance firm.Key topics include:✅ What happens after selling a business? The transition, challenges, and opportunities in the next chapter✅ The mindset of successful entrepreneurs—key qualities that define business leadership✅ Lessons from building, scaling, and exitin...2025-02-2055 min
Money Wise UK®Building Success: Insights into Starting and Growing a Financial Planning BusinessJoin George in this special two-part series, where the focus shifts from investments to real-life businesses. In this episode, George sits down with Sam Gee of Manning Gee Investments to explore the challenges and opportunities of launching and scaling a financial planning firm.Key topics include:✅ Starting a financial planning business – Overcoming early hurdles and finding the right strategy for growth✅ Navigating regulatory challenges – Understanding compliance, industry regulations, and the impact on financial advice firms✅ Industry consolidation and competition – How to stand out and build a sustainable business in...2025-02-2043 min
Money Wise UK®The Impact of Confirmation Bias in InvestingJoin George as he sits down with Premier Miton's Emma Mogford for an insightful and thought-provoking conversation on key investment themes. In this episode, they explore:✅ How confirmation bias shapes investment decisions – Are we making objective choices or just reinforcing existing beliefs?✅ Income vs. growth investing – The pros, cons, and which strategy suits different market conditions.✅ Active vs. passive management – When does each approach work best, and what are the key considerations for investors?Packed with expert insights and actionable takeaways, this episode is a must-listen for investors, f...2025-01-2444 min
Money Wise UK®Navigating Challenges in Fund ManagementIn this episode, George is joined by Joe Bunting and Christoph Weidebach of Tellsons Investors for an in-depth discussion on the evolving landscape of fund management. As industry consolidation reshapes the investment world, specialist fund managers must find ways to deliver value and stay competitive.Key topics include:✅ Active vs. passive investing – Which approach is best in today’s market?✅ Value vs. cost – The trade-offs investors need to consider.✅ The future of independent fund management – How smaller firms can compete in a world of increasing scale and regulation.2024-12-0457 min
Money Wise UK®Natural Income: A Sustainable Retirement StrategyIn this episode, George sits down with David Jane, a leading income manager at Premier Miton, to explore how natural income strategies can support a more sustainable retirement.As retirees seek stable cash flow without depleting their capital, income-generating assets offer an alternative to traditional drawdown approaches. David shares his insights on:✅ How natural income works – The key assets that generate steady income.✅ The risks and rewards – What investors need to consider.✅ Building a resilient retirement plan – Strategies for long-term financial security.This episode...2024-08-1635 min
Money Wise UK®Retirement and the FCA ReviewIn this episode, George sits down with Richard Parkin, Head of Retirement at BNY Mellon, to unpack the FCA’s latest thematic review and its implications for retirement planning.As regulatory scrutiny intensifies, financial planners must evolve their centralised retirement strategies to meet changing expectations. Richard shares expert insights on:✅ Key takeaways from the FCA review – What advisers need to know.✅ The impact on retirement income planning – Ensuring sustainability and client security.✅ Adapting to regulatory change – Strategies for firms to stay ahead.This episode p...2024-06-2847 min
Cornerstone Church, BristolJonah Today Mike talks about Jonah 2022-03-1334 minCornerstone Church, BristolBaptism Service Today was our Baptism Service 2022-02-2732 minCornerstone Church, BristolAbigail's dedication service Deuteronomy 6:1-12 The Greatest Commandment1 “Now this is the commandment—the statutes and the rules—that the LORD your God commanded me to teach you, that you may do them in the land to which you are going over, to possess it, 2 that you may fear the LORD your God, you and your son and your son's son, by keeping all his statutes and his commandments, which I command you, all the days of your life, and that your days may be long. 3 Hear therefore, O Israel, and be careful to do them, that it may go well wit...2022-02-2019 minCornerstone Church, BristolPrayer series: Moses-2 Prayer series: Moses-2Today's text:Exodus 3:7 - 4:21Today's thrust:Self conscious while praying?The series:What are we tracking in this series?#We are going to be looking at the developmental patterns of the prayer life of Moses over the 40 years.#We will see through his prayers how he is growing in confidence in the Lord.We can learn a lot from listening to a person praying. 2022-02-0625 minCornerstone Church, BristolMembership Series Part 2 Alex continues his membership series 2022-01-3025 minCornerstone Church, BristolContinuing with membership series This Sunday ... Continuing with membership series:Topic: the Lord's supper-2The Significance (past, present & future) & the Institution of the Lord's supper.Genesis 14 2022-01-2325 minCornerstone Church, BristolInstitution and Significance InstitutionMatthew 26:26-29Mark 14:22-25 Luke 22:14-20 SignificanceExodus 12:1-14Luke 22:15 Luke 22:28-30 Revelation 19:6-10 2022-01-1630 minCornerstone Church, BristolNew Year Message Alex delivers the New Year Message 2022-01-0216 minCornerstone Church, BristolJoshua 3 Alex brings the message from Joshua 3. The ark was carried by the priest.God was demonstrating it is same God who led Abraham, Isaac, Jacob and Moses ... & the previous generation is now leading them.That's the case for us too! 2021-12-2622 minCornerstone Church, BristolChristmas Day Mike brings the Christmas Day Message. 2021-12-2514 minCornerstone Church, BristolAdvent Phil Smith looks back at the first advent and looks forward to the second advent. 2021-12-1915 minCornerstone Church, BristolCarol Service Alex brings the message at our Carol Service 2021-12-1211 minCornerstone Church, BristolChurch Weekend Away - Session 3 God's plan for His family will not be thwarted.Genesis 45 2021-12-0529 minCornerstone Church, BristolChurch Weekend Away - Session 2 Prayer for revelation & realization (Ephesians 1:15-23 & 3:14-21) 2021-12-0439 minCornerstone Church, BristolChurch Weekend Away - Session 1 Intro: family of God(Ephesians 3:14-15) 2021-12-0322 minCornerstone Church, BristolLuke 10 38 - 42 This morning we explored the story of Mary and Martha in the Bible. And Larry spoke to us about... 🔸️Distraction 🔸️Distortion🔸️Devotion 2021-11-2829 minCornerstone Church, BristolMembership Series Alex continues his membership series with baptism. 2021-11-2134 minCornerstone Church, BristolFaithful friend and a man of the covenant Mike spoke about our need for true friendships and concluded with Jesus true friend and keeper of the covenant at the cross. 2021-11-1429 minCornerstone Church, BristolBeing built into a Holy Priesthood 1 Peter tells us how our new family identity and new hope are key to our worship and living as a holy priesthood, God's special possession. We are called to be set apart as God's dwelling place on earth and offer spiritual sacrifices with our words, actions, money and our whole life as a living offering. 2021-10-3137 minCornerstone Church, BristolBiblical Worship Alex brings us the message from God's word this Sunday on the topic of Biblical Worship. 2021-10-2432 minCornerstone Church, BristolThe Church: Building, Bride and Body Alex brings us the message from God's word this Sunday in the fourth part of the church membership series. 2021-10-1721 minCornerstone Church, BristolWhose is the church? What is it for? Alex continues his series on membership - Part three. 2021-09-2631 minCornerstone Church, BristolThe Local Church Alex's second part in his series on church membership. What is a local church? Should we be part of one? 2021-09-1934 minCornerstone Church, BristolGenesis 39 Today Mike's talk comes from Genesis 39. 2021-09-1227 minCornerstone Church, BristolMathhew 16: 13- 20 Today Alex's talk comes from Matthew 16: 13- 20 2021-08-2932 minCornerstone Church, BristolHow to study the Bible personally: Part 2 This is the second in Alex's series on studying the Bible personally. The reading come from Luke 24: 13-35. 2021-08-0839 minCornerstone Church, BristolHow to study the Bible personally This is the first in Alex's new series on studying the Bible personally. The readings come from Psalm 19:7-11, Ephesians 4:12 and 2 Timothy 3:16-17. 2021-08-0128 minCornerstone Church, BristolHow to study the Bible personallyThis is the first in Alex's new series on studying the Bible personally. The readings come from Psalm 19:7-11, Ephesians 4:12 and 2 Timothy 3:16-17.2021-08-0133 minCornerstone Church, BristolDiscipline in the life of a member of the church Alex speaks on Paul's conclusion to his second letter to the Corinthian church. Scripture Verse: 2 Corinthians 13:1-14 2021-07-2533 minCornerstone Church, BristolPaul's Defense: Honesty & Humility Alex continues his series on Paul's apostleship. Today's reading comes from 2 Corinthians 12:11-21 2021-07-1828 minCornerstone Church, BristolWhen I am weak, then I am strong 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 Alex continues his series on Paul's apostleship. 2021-06-2730 minCornerstone Church, BristolIs boasting ever the right thing to do? Alex brings us the message from God's word on the topic of boasting, as part of Paul's defence of his apostleship in 2 Corinthians 11: 16-33. 2021-06-2018 minCornerstone Church, BristolJesus Heals Mike brings us the message from God's word on the topic of healing 2021-06-1334 minCornerstone Church, BristolPaul defends his Apostleship, Part 3 Alex continues his series from Corinthians. 2021-05-3028 minCornerstone Church, BristolPentecost: The Feast of Weeks Alex talks on Pentecost 2021-05-2335 minCornerstone Church, BristolAlex continues looking at 2 Corinthians Alex continues looking at 2 Corinthians 2021-05-1625 minCornerstone Church, Bristol2 Corinthians Today Alex continues our exploration of 2 Corinthians 2021-04-2531 minCornerstone Church, BristolThe Theology and Practice of Giving Alex concludes his mini series on "The Theology and Practice of Giving", from 2 Corinthians 9 1 - 15. 2021-04-1822 minCornerstone Church, BristolJesus the life changer Today Mike brings us a message from the book of John, entitled "Jesus the life changer". 2021-04-1131 minCornerstone Church, BristolEaster Sunday Alex delivers the Easter message 2021-04-0420 minCornerstone Church, BristolMatthew 11 25-30 Larry brings the message from Matthew 11: 25-30The three main points are:Pride keeps us blindJesus gives us sightThe promise of relief 2020-11-0119 minCornerstone Church, BristolWhat is God like? Alex brings the message "What is God like?" from Genesis 1. 2020-10-2509 minCornerstone Church, BristolStudent Service Emily leads our Student Service. The core values for the student group are:Seeking and Modelling ChristAuthentic DiscipleshipCommunityOutward focused 2020-10-1823 minCornerstone Church, BristolThought for the day....who do you say that I am? Alex talks from Mark 8 27-38 2020-10-1120 minCornerstone Church, BristolEphesians Chapter 3 Mike talks from Ephesians Chapter 3 2020-03-0829 minCornerstone Church, BristolFamily Service Eliot delivers the family service talk 2020-03-0122 minCornerstone Church, Bristol1 Corinthians 7:1-16 1 Corinthians 7:1-16
Living counter culturally.
Upholding the sanctity of marriage in a world of differing worldviews.
1-9 principles for marriage
10-16 principles for marriage when a believer is married to an unbeliever 2020-02-2330 minCornerstone Church, Bristol1 Corinthians 6:12-20 Does what we do with our bodies matter?
ROT
R ... Raised with Christ
O ... One with Christ
T ... You are Temple of the Holy Spirit
Application:
#avoid extreme asceticism
#avoid extreme hedonism
#you are not your own, you are bought with a price, so glorify God in your body & spirit.
2020-02-1636 minCornerstone Church, BristolEphesians 6 vs 10-18 Put on the full armour!
Resist him and he will flee.
Mike talks on Ephesians 6 vs 10-18 2020-02-0930 minCornerstone Church, BristolFamily Service Eliot delivers the message at our family service 2020-02-0228 minCornerstone Church, Bristol1 Corinthians 6:1-11 Title: To sue or not sue?
#Position demeaned (1-6)
#Profession defeated (7-11) 2020-01-2623 minCornerstone Church, BristolCorinthians 5:1-13 How to handle scandal?
Key points:
#Public Scandal (1-5)
#Personal Sincerity (6-8)
#Particular Separation (9-13) 2020-01-1929 minCornerstone Church, BristolMatthew 11 vs 1 - 6 Alex's New Year message is taken from Matthew 11 vs 1 -6. He explores how doubt can set in and how we deal with doubt. 2020-01-0529 minCornerstone Church, BristolMathew 5 13 -16 Mike delivers the last message of the decade!!! Salt has
many uses reflects light, gives flavour, creates thirst and preserves. We should be salt and light in the New Year. 2019-12-2930 minCornerstone Church, BristolChristmas Day Eliot delivers the Christmas Day message 2019-12-2520 minCornerstone Church, Bristol1 Corinthians 4:1-21 Alex brings the word from 1 Corinthians 4:1-21
1. Lord commends his stewards
2. Life of the apostles contrasted with the church
3. Love corrects 2019-12-2223 minCornerstone Church, Bristol1 Corinthians 3 Alex continues our series on Corinthians expanding on Chapter 3 2019-12-1527 minCornerstone Church, BristolCarols and Nativity Service Alex delivers the Christmas Message at our Annual Carols and Nativity Service 2019-12-1510 minCornerstone Church, BristolMatthew 22: 34-40, Matthew 28: 18 - 20, Philippians 2: 1-18 - The Commission Alex finishes the Weekend Away with the Commission.
Matthew 22: 34-40, Matthew 28: 18 - 20, Philippians 2: 1-18 2019-12-0828 minCornerstone Church, BristolLuke 9: vs 18 - 27, and vs 57 -62 Luke 14 25 - 34 Alex continues the talks at our Weekend Away with the Cost.
Luke 9: vs 18 - 27, and vs 57 -62 Luke 14 25 - 34 2019-12-0737 minCornerstone Church, BristolLuke 5 Vs 1 - 11 - The Call Alex begins our Church Weekend Away with the Call. Luke Chapter 5 vs 1 -11. 2019-12-0627 minCornerstone Church, Bristol1 Corinthians 2: 1-16 Alex brings the message from 1 Corinthians 2: 1-16.
Demonstration
God's power
1-5
Decree
God's purpose
6-13
Discernment
God's people
14-16 2019-12-0128 minCornerstone Church, Bristol1 Corinthians Chapter 1 Today Alex unpacks the word from 1 Corinthians Chaper 1 2019-11-2429 minCornerstone Church, BristolPhilippians 2: 1-11 Alex provides this message at the University of the West of England Christian Union. 2019-11-2129 minCornerstone Church, BristolEphesians Chapter 4 Today Mike continues our series looking at Ephesians Chapter 4 2019-11-1731 minCornerstone Church, BristolBaptism Service Alex George looks at the meaning and method of Baptism as the Bible explains. 2019-11-1023 minCornerstone Church, Bristol1 Corinthians 1 vs 1 -17 Alex introduces our new series looking at 1 Corinthians 1 vs 1 -17 2019-10-2732 minCornerstone Church, BristolLeviticus 23 Alex talks from Leviticus 23 showing how each of the 7 festivals point to Christ 2019-10-2029 minCornerstone Church, BristolEphesians 2 This week Mike's message is from Ephesians Chapter 2.
For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith —and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God — not by works, so that no one can boast. 2019-10-1319 minCornerstone Church, BristolActs 28 vs 11 - 30 Paster Alex George finishes our series on Acts...next we look at Ephesians.... 2019-09-2929 minCornerstone Church, BristolActs 28 vs 1 -10 Pastor Alex George continues our series looking at Acts. 2019-09-2226 minCornerstone Church, BristolActs 27 Pastor Alex George continues our series on Acts. Today the talk looks at Acts 27.... 2019-09-1528 minCornerstone Church, BristolEphesians Chapter 1 "I keep asking that the God of our Lord, Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better."
Mike Ogborne looks at Ephesians 1. 2019-09-0830 minCornerstone Church, BristolIsaiah Jesus makes us clean, so we can approach His throne boldly.
This morning Dylan spoke to us about Isaiah, covering Context, Cleansing and Commission. 2019-09-0122 minCornerstone Church, BristolActs 25 and 26 Pastor Alex George continues our series on Acts looking at Chapters 25 and 26. Making God's passion, your passion. 2019-08-2525 minCornerstone Church, BristolContinuing our series on Acts Pastor Alex George continues our series on Acts. 2019-08-1833 minCornerstone Church, BristolActs 23 11 - 35 Pastor Alex George continues our series on Acts, this week looking at Acts 23 11 - 35. 2019-07-2821 minCornerstone Church, BristolActs 22 - 23 Pastor Alex George continues our series on Acts, focusing on Acts 22 vs 22 to Acts 23 vs 11. Paul in Jerusalem Part 2. 2019-07-2123 minCornerstone Church, BristolJohn 21 1-22 Mike Ogborne talks on John 21 1-22 2019-07-1441 minCornerstone Church, BristolDefence of the Gospel Pastor Alex George talk comes from Acts 21 37-40 and Acts 22.
'Paul is defending the Gospel because he wants to connect with the people and communicate the Gospel to the people.' 2019-06-2336 minCornerstone Church, BristolBaptism Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”
Pastor Alex George conducts a baptism service 2019-06-1623 minCornerstone Church, BristolThe day of Pentecost "Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. They saw what seemed to be tongues of fire that separated and came to rest on each of them. All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit..." Acts 2:2-4
Today Mike spoke to us about the day of Pentecost. The Holy Spirit came not to give us an "experience" or "good feeling" but to illuminate Jesus give us intimacy with Him and inspire us to preach the good news. 2019-06-0924 minCornerstone Church, BristolThe Ascension of Christ Pastor Alex George talk comes from Acts 1 6-11 and Luke 24 50-53. The title this week "The Ascension of Christ" 2019-05-2629 minCornerstone Church, BristolFaithful witness for Christ can lead to persecution Paster Lex George continues his series on Acts. This week looking at Acts 21 vs 27 - 36. "Faithful witness for Christ can lead to persecution" 2019-05-1927 minCornerstone Church, BristolRighteousness through faith in Christ Jesus alone Pastor Alex George continues his series on Acts. This week looking at Acts 21 vs 17 - 26. "Righteousness through faith in Christ Jesus alone". 2019-04-2834 min