The first season of ‘Which? Investigates’ focuses on putting claims of ‘sustainability’ under the spotlight... from ‘plant-based’ to ‘plastic-free’, ‘eco-travel’ to electric cars, We'll will find out what genuinely reduces our environmental footprint, and what’s simply green-washing. 'Which? Investigates' is a new podcast from Which? - the UK’s consumer champion. We work to make life simpler, fairer and safer for everyone. Hosted by Science Journalist & Producer Greg Foot, we'll be investigating the promising claims you see on products, in the press, or shared on social media. If you’ve ever been told that you should go vegan for the planet, or heard that you can holiday with a clear conscience if you carbon off-set your air miles, and were left wondering what the evidence says, Which? Investigates is here to help.
We reveal the best places to holiday in the UK
Today we're bringing you an episode from our sister podcast Which? Shorts, giving you the best seaside towns and villages in the UK according to Which? members. We're still working away hard on the next episode of Get Answers, and it'll be dropping in your feeds on Friday this week.
7/21/2024 • 12 minutes, 1 second
Fighting fraudsters: are we doing enough? - Which? Shorts
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.
2/28/2024 • 12 minutes, 20 seconds
Coming soon: Get Answers - arrives Monday 6th November!
Have questions? Get Answers. Join us for fortnightly episodes as we help you solve those everyday problems, whether it’s getting the most from your weekly shop, finding travel hacks to save on your family holiday or simply learning the tricks that make your everyday life easier.Subscribe now so you never miss an episode
11/3/2023 • 53 seconds
How Which? led the campaign for better online safety
Which? has long campaigned for greater protections for consumers from online fraudsters, and our research has regularly highlighted the detriment consumers suffer due to online fraud on unregulated online platforms. In this special episode we hear how we worked tirelessly to influence the new Online Safety Bill, meaning online platforms will be required to prevent and quickly remove harmful online content, and how Ofcom will now be responsible for ensuring platforms implement these changes.Read more our reaction to the new online safety laws & sign up to our weekly Scam Alert newsletter.
10/30/2023 • 40 minutes, 45 seconds
Be Scam Safe: how to spot a scam
This week Which? experts are appearing across BBC TV & Radio to give advice as part of the BBC's 'Be Scam Safe' campaign. To mark the occasion we're giving you the chance to hear a previous episode from our Get Answers series, giving advice on how best to spot fraudulent activity and the best things to do to protect yourself from falling victim.Sign up to our free weekly Scam Alert service here
10/25/2023 • 14 minutes, 19 seconds
Supermarket secrets REVEALED - Get Answers
Throughout September we're bringing you special episodes as we hear from brilliant guests with amazing insider knowledge on how best to save you money. In this episode we speak to Britain's Coupon Kid as he reveals the tactics used by supermarkets to get us to spend more, and the best ways you can shop for less.Read our latest guide to the cheapest supermarkets & sign up to our free Money newsletter.
9/24/2023 • 30 minutes, 10 seconds
The things you MUST do when buying a home - Get Answers
Throughout September we're bringing you special episodes as we hear from brilliant guests with amazing insider knowledge on how best to save you money. Today we're joined by property expert and developer Marta de Sousa as she shares her top tips on what to do when buying a property, and what might happen next for the mortgage market. Read our latest guide on what's happening to house prices & sign up to our free Money newsletter.
9/17/2023 • 37 minutes, 51 seconds
Will renewables mean CHEAPER energy bills? - Get Answers
Throughout September we're bringing you special episodes as we hear from brilliant guests with amazing insider knowledge on how best to save you money. Today we're joined by Molly Lempriere, Policy Editor at news site Carbon Brief. She explains why bills have risen, whether moving to renewable energy sources could see our bills drop, and share tips and advice on how we can improve green credentials of our own homes. Read our 10 tips to reduce your energy bills & sign up to our free sustainability newsletter.
9/10/2023 • 35 minutes
The ULTIMATE holiday hacks - Get Answers
We kick off a month of special episodes as we hear from brilliant guests with amazing insider knowledge on how best to save you money. Today we're joined by Chelsea Dickenson, the founder of Cheap Holiday Expert, as she shares her top tips on how to spend less on holiday.Stay tuned for great advice on how to get the cheapest flights, the best seats on a plane, and how a travel pillow could help you beat your baggage allowance. Read our advice on the whether an all-inclusive package deal or DIY holiday is cheaper & check out all the latest news from the Which? Travel team.
9/3/2023 • 43 minutes, 39 seconds
Should we be worried about artificial intelligence? - Which? Shorts
With the technology never far from the headlines, we explain how ChatGPT and AI bots really work, and explain whether they could eventually prove to be a friend or foe? Read more about our submission of evidence to the Science and Technology Committee on the governance of artificial intelligence & sign up to our free newsletters.
8/22/2023 • 7 minutes, 53 seconds
How to make greener choices - Which? Shorts
We explore how to cut through the marketing noise to choose brands and products that take sustainability seriously.Check out our sustainable living advice hub & sign up to our free sustainability newsletter.Why not check out our other podcasts too? Find the Which? Money podcast here.
8/8/2023 • 10 minutes, 40 seconds
Locked out: how your bank could wrongly close your account - The Which? Money Podcast
While fraudsters seem to have no trouble accessing our details, we meet the people who have had their accounts closed with little or no explanation and through no fault of their own. We also hear how they can stop you banking elsewhere, and the impact this has had on those who have fallen victim.Sign up to our free weekly Money newsletter.
7/28/2023 • 20 minutes, 32 seconds
What's next for energy bills? - Get Answers
In the sixth and final episode of our mini-series helping you get the answers you need to life's everyday questions, we share our expert advice on the things you can do to lower your energy usage.We discuss the future of the energy price cap, learn about the support available to help promote energy efficiency, and answer your questions from social media.Read more on the energy price cap & sign up to our free sustainability newsletter.Like what you're hearing? Use #GetAnswers on social media.
6/15/2023 • 15 minutes, 11 seconds
How can I travel for less? - Get Answers
In the fifth episode of our mini-series helping you get the answers you need to life's everyday questions, we hear how you can save on the regular journeys you make each day.We discuss the best way to buy a rail ticket, learn why bus travel is more affordable than it has been for a long time, and answer your questions from social media. Read more on the best ways to save on travel in 2023Like what you're hearing? Use #GetAnswers on social media.
6/13/2023 • 15 minutes, 16 seconds
What can I do about the rising cost of childcare? - Get Answers
In the fourth episode of our mini-series helping you get the answers you need to life's everyday questions, our experts make you aware of the free support your child could be entitled to.We also discuss the free things you can do with the kids, explain how government funded support schemes are changing, and answer your questions from social media.Read 11 ways to cut your childcare costs & check out our child benefit rates calculator.Like what you're hearing? Use #GetAnswers on social media.
6/11/2023 • 14 minutes, 46 seconds
Can I save money on my food shopping? - Get Answers
In the third episode of our Get Answers mini-series helping you get answers you need to life's everyday questions, we share tricks and tips to help reduce the cost of your weekly shop.We also investigate 'shrinkflation', reveal which supermarket has been crowned our cheapest supermarket for the twelfth month in a row, and answer your questions from social media. Read what supermarkets and shops are doing to help with the cost of living? & sign up to our free Food & Health newsletter.Like what you're hearing? Use #GetAnswers on social media.
6/8/2023 • 16 minutes, 30 seconds
Get Answers: how do you spot a scam?
In the second episode of our mini-series helping you get the answers you need to life's everyday questions, we take a closer look at the tactics used by fraudsters.We compare scams to discover similarities in criminal behaviour, hear how the Online Safety Bill could crackdown on illegal behaviour, and answer your questions from social media.Read how to spot and protect yourself from scams, check out the latest information from Action Fraud & sign up to our free scam alerts newsletter.Like what you're hearing? Use #GetAnswers on social media.
6/6/2023 • 14 minutes, 27 seconds
Get Answers: what should I do about my mortgage?
In the first of our mini-series helping you get the answers you need to life's everyday questions, we assess your options as uncertainty continues in the mortgage market.We look at whether now is the time to fix your mortgage deal, what to do if you can't afford your monthly repayments, and answer your questions from social media.Check out our mortgage repayment calculator & sign up to our free money newsletter.Like what you're hearing? Use #GetAnswers on social media.
6/4/2023 • 12 minutes, 6 seconds
Are smart motorways here to stay? - Which? Shorts
This week we’re getting behind the wheel to take a closer look at smart motorways.The government recently announced no new smart motorways will be built, but with some already under construction, and plenty others in operation, they aren’t going anywhere soon.Sign up to one of our free weekly newsletters.
5/23/2023 • 10 minutes, 36 seconds
The new phone hacking scandal - Which? Shorts
We hear how a stolen mobile could result in an empty bank account.Sign up to one of our free weekly newsletters.
5/16/2023 • 11 minutes, 18 seconds
Murky world of app stores - Which? Shorts
This week we’re delving into the shady world of apps.Chances are we have plenty downloaded on our mobile, you likely downloaded one to listen to this podcast, but how much do you know about what some of them could be doing to your device, and more importantly, our data.Sign up to our free tech newsletter.
4/4/2023 • 10 minutes, 15 seconds
Why you could pay more and get less with online travel agents - Which? Shorts
With the Easter Holidays approaching, we’re hearing why you should perhaps think twice before booking your next trip away through an online travel agent.We’ll also learn why you shouldn’t be tempted by the headline price for flights on some booking sites.Read more about our best and worst package holiday providers.
3/28/2023 • 9 minutes, 21 seconds
Investigating the rise of private parking fines - Which? Shorts
This week we’re hearing about the car sharks, investigating a rise in private parking fines, and explaining how to appeal if you get a ticket.Read our advice on how to appeal a parking ticket or sign up to one of our free newsletters.
This week we hear how new research from Which? has found huge differences in the amount of caffeine in popular hot drinks at high-street coffee shops.Read more about our research here and you can also sign-up to our free newsletters.
2/7/2023 • 7 minutes, 27 seconds
Are plane seats getting smaller? - Which? Shorts
Think back to the last time you were on a plane, did it feel like there was less space than the last time you'd boarded an aircraft?This week Laura Sanders to take us through her recent investigation which left her with that shrinking feeling…You can sign-up to our free newsletters here.
1/10/2023 • 9 minutes, 4 seconds
Why Black Friday deals aren't everything they seem - Which? Shorts
We hear how new Which? research has found those great sales offers might not be all they're cracked up to be.
11/22/2022 • 9 minutes, 34 seconds
Into the Metaverse
A chance for you to hear our brand new podcast, Which? shorts.This week we’re hearing about the metaverse, and how virtual reality goggles and holograms that travel effortlessly are just part of the digital universe Facebook, and others, are planning to build…This article was written by Chris Stokel-Walker, with narration from Harry Kind and Grace Forell.You can sign-up to our free newsletters here and find the podcast on Apple podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
