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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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.
The Hidden Reason Why This Tax Makes You SO Angry 😡
Inheritance Tax (IHT) is the financial issue everyone despises, often called a “bloody unfair trap” that takes 40% of what you worked for. But what if your intense anger and deep sense of violation aren’t actually about the tax rate at all?
In this essential episode, we move beyond tax avoidance strategies to perform crucial emotional detective work. We dive into the profound psychological reasons why the “death tax” hits us so hard, exposing how it touches on our most sensitive fears about aging, mortality, and control.
We explore the common, unconscious beliefs that keep people trapped: the illusion of the “heroic individual” who made all their wealth alone, and the fear that society is failing the next generation.
In this episode, we explore:
- What emotion are you really feeling when you curse the taxman? (Hint: It’s not just financial.)
- Why focusing intensely on protecting every penny is an unconscious way of mourning the loss of power and vitality.
- How acknowledging society’s role in your success can liberate you from anger and allow you to give with a “warm heart.”
Stop letting this one tax control your feelings. Discover the mindset shift that allows you to manage your wealth with peace, purpose, and confidence, regardless of the percentage.
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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