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Hi, I am Marieka, and welcome to Money Chill Out! On this podcast, I want to dive into the world of the often unspoken topic of money. Effective personal finance management can be a great liberator but also a huge stress factor in our lives. After a 10y career on trading floors in London, I want to help demystify the intimidating world of finance and have an open, honest, and frank conversation. By opening the discussion I wish you identify yourself, learn, be inspired, and get empowered. Every other week, I will be joined by guests for a conversation on money, mindset, investment habits, and any best practices they abide by! So join me on this journey as we unpick the complexities of finance and get more comfortable talking about our money.

Recent Episodes

#112 : Value Investing - with Jose Mayora, CFA

DEC 10, 2025

#112 : Value Investing - with Jose Mayora, CFA

<p>This week, we’re traveling to Guatemala to meet José, a passionate portfolio manager who is on a mission to grow “value investing” culture in Central America🇬🇹📈. A perfect opportunity to dive deeper into this powerful investment strategy!</p><p></p><p>In this Money chill out episode #112, here’s what we explored together:</p><p>📌 What is value investing?</p><p>🧠 How to identify undervalued gems</p><p>✨ Tips to distinguish “cheap” from “undervalued for a reason” (bye value traps!)</p><p>🔍 His A-to-Z Investment Process</p><p>🌍 Where he sees value opportunities today</p><p>📈 His portfolio</p><p>📚 His new book : Wallstreet’s blindspots</p><p>—</p><p>If you're curious about value investing, independent thinking, and contrarian insights, you’ll love this conversation.</p><p></p><p>🎧 Listen now & let us know what you think!</p><p>👉 #MoneyChillOut #ValueInvesting #PortfolioManagement #InvestingMindset #ContrarianThinking #FinancePodcast #EmergingMarkets #LongTermInvesting</p>

35 MIN

#111 : Why Landlords Should Rethink the Standard Let - with Dan Norcross

NOV 19, 2025

#111 : Why Landlords Should Rethink the Standard Let - with Dan Norcross

<p>💬 <em>“Why Landlords Should Rethink the Standard Let”</em> with <strong>Dan Norcross </strong></p><p>For many years, <strong>standard lets</strong>, those 6–12 month tenancy agreements — have been the norm for landlords in the UK: steady income, low effort, and minimal involvement.</p><p>But with <strong>new UK legislation</strong> on the horizon, this traditional model is about to shift. Fixed-term contracts could become <strong>1-month rolling agreements</strong>, giving tenants more rights and reducing flexibility for landlords.</p><p>So, what are the alternatives?</p><p>🎧 In this <strong>Money Chill Out Podcast, Episode # 111</strong>, we explore: 📜 What <em>standard lets</em> really are, and their pros and cons 💡 What <em>serviced accommodation</em> means in practice 💰 Why it can offer <strong>more returns, and more flexibility</strong> 🤔 But also, how to handle <strong>occupancy</strong> and <strong>visibility</strong> challenges ⚙️ The <strong>systems and research</strong> needed to make it all work</p><p></p><p>If you’re a landlord or investor navigating the changing UK property market, this episode is packed with practical insights to help you make informed decisions.</p><p></p><p>🎙️ Tune in to <strong>Money Chill Out Podcast — Episode #111: “Why Landlords Should Rethink the Standard Let”</strong> with <strong>Dan Norcross</strong> to learn more.</p>

26 MIN

#110 : Finding Joy in Money - with Simone Milasas

NOV 5, 2025

#110 : Finding Joy in Money - with Simone Milasas

<p>💫 <strong>“Money follows joy, not the other way round.”</strong></p><p>That’s what my guest <strong>Simone Milasas</strong> learned after years of struggle, and it completely changed her life.</p><p></p><p>In this week’s <em>Money Chill Out</em> episode, Simone shares how she went from <strong>rejecting money while being nearly $200K in debt</strong> to creating a life filled with <strong>ease, joy, and abundance.</strong></p><p></p><p>For years, money meant frustration, fear, and survival. She was always just getting by, surrounded by people in the same situation, and repeating the same energy of lack.</p><p></p><p>Everything shifted when she met a mentor who encouraged her to use powerful tools that changed her energy, not just her bank account.</p><p>Here’s what she discovered 👇 💸 Joy with money starts with <strong>awareness</strong>, not numbers. 💬 The only person who makes it tough… is you. 🌈 <strong>Gratitude</strong> and <strong>generosity</strong> open the flow of abundance. ✨ When you judge money, or yourself, you block joy. 💰 Keep or invest <strong>10% of everything you earn.</strong> 💖 Before spending, ask: <em>“Will this bring me joy?”</em></p><p></p><p>Simone’s story is a powerful reminder that money isn’t something to fear or fight, it’s something you can <strong>play with, grow with, and truly enjoy.</strong></p><p></p><p>🎧 Tune in to discover how to bring more <em>joy</em> into your relationship with money, one conscious choice at a time.</p><p></p><p></p><p>#MoneyChillOut #Podcast #MoneyMindset #Abundance #JoyWithMoney #Gratitude #Wealth #Generosity #FinancialFreedom</p>

36 MIN

#109 : Escaping the 9 to 5 - with Sydney Curtins

OCT 22, 2025

#109 : Escaping the 9 to 5 - with Sydney Curtins

<p>“I had to swallow the pill that it would get worst financially before it got better”</p><p></p><p>This week on <em>Money Chill Out</em> podcast I sit down with Sydney Curtins to explore what it <em>really</em> takes to break free from the 9 to 5.</p><p></p><p>👩‍👧 She was a mom who barely saw her kids. 💡 She said: “Enough is enough. I’ll figure it out.” 💸 She understood that all rewards come with risk—and yes, things got tougher before they improved.</p><p></p><p>Here are some gold nuggets from the episode # 109?:</p><p>✅ Every reward requires a risk</p><p>✅ Realise how bad you want it ✅ Build your financial cushion: Sydney had 6 figures in savings and a paid-off home, enough to cover 3 years</p><p>✅ Invest socially ✅ Took the leap while her husband stayed in his corporate role—they lived lean and smart.</p><p>✅ Most people fail when fear kicks in—they run back to their corporate comfort zone.</p><p></p><p></p><p>One of my favorite quotes from the episode:</p><p>“61% of Americans want to be their own boss… But probably also 61% want a Ferrari. Financial goals must align with your work ethic.”</p><p></p><p>📚 <em>Resources recommended in the episode:</em></p><ul><li><em>Atomic Habits</em></li><li><em>Never Eat Alone</em></li><li><em>Your Money or Your Life</em></li><li><em>The Happiness Advantage</em></li></ul><p>🎧 Tune in now to get inspired, grounded, and better prepared to make your move</p>

33 MIN

#108 : Investing in carbon allowances - with Valentin Lautier

OCT 8, 2025

#108 : Investing in carbon allowances - with Valentin Lautier

<p>What if you could invest in one of the most impactful markets for fighting climate change, while also accessing strong returns?</p><p>This week, I sat down with <strong>Valentin Lautier, co-founder of Homaio</strong>, to dive into the world of <strong>carbon allowances</strong>.</p><p>🔑 <strong>Key insights from our conversation:</strong></p><ul><li>Why emissions aren’t properly priced in today’s economic system.</li><li>The difference between <strong>carbon credits</strong> (voluntary offsets) and <strong>carbon allowances</strong> (a €800B regulatory market).</li><li>How allowances have delivered <strong>25% average annual returns</strong> over the past 10 years.</li><li>Why they behave like a hybrid asset : part commodity, part currency, part equity.</li><li>The role of regulation, risks, and opportunities for investors.</li></ul><p></p><p>💡 Until recently, this market was <strong>off-limits to individual investors</strong>. Platforms like <strong>Homaio</strong> are changing that, making it possible to invest with as little as €1,000.</p><p></p><p>If you’re curious about sustainable finance, portfolio diversification, or the mechanics of the EU carbon market, this episode is for you.</p>

46 MIN