The Problem of Money Podcast
The Problem of Money Podcast
Podcast Description
Shabbar Kassam (Financial Advisor) and Tim Malnick (Organisational Psychologist) explore the complex relationship people have with money.
They discuss the psychological aspects of money and how it can block personal growth, reflecting on their own journeys with money and the emotional constraints it can impose.
Together, they aim to uncover deeper insights into everyday money conversations and the impact of unconscious biases on one's ability to live a life of freedom.
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on the complex relationship between individuals and money, exploring themes such as psychological impacts of wealth, societal conditioning, and personal beliefs. Episodes like 'Why You Secretly Push Money AWAY' examine cultural influences, while 'The Push & Pull of MONEY' highlights the ambivalence many feel towards finances.

Shabbar Kassam (Financial Advisor) and Tim Malnick (Organisational Psychologist) explore the complex relationship people have with money.
They discuss the psychological aspects of money and how it can block personal growth, reflecting on their own journeys with money and the emotional constraints it can impose.
Together, they aim to uncover deeper insights into everyday money conversations and the impact of unconscious biases on one’s ability to live a life of freedom.
Money Rows: The Real Reason Relationships Fail in January 💔💰
Statistically, January is the peak month for divorce inquiries, and the #1 reason cited is almost always “conflict over money.”
But is money actually the cause of divorce?
In this eye-opening episode, we move past the surface-level arguments about credit card bills and bankruptcy to uncover the deep-seated psychological projections that tear couples apart.
We challenge the common narrative that “he spends too much” or “she is too controlling,” revealing instead how these money behaviors are often the very qualities we once fell in love with—but now struggle to integrate within ourselves.
In this episode, you will discover:
- Why money doesn’t push people apart, but our refusal to accept human difference does.
- The “Tight-Arse” vs. The “Reckless Spender”: Why you were likely attracted to your partner’s opposite money style, and why it’s now driving you crazy.
- Real-life examples of how two couples can face bankruptcy, yet one thrives while the other dissolves.
- How to move from “unconscious guardrails” to a values-based spending plan that honours both responsibility and spontaneity.
Whether you’re in a happy relationship, navigating a difficult one, or starting fresh, this conversation provides a radical new lens for understanding the person sitting across the table from you.
Explore the impact of Tim Malnick’s work and register for his upcoming workshop at: https://timothymalnick.com/
Find out more about Shabbar’s services at: https://lumosfinancial.com/
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