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The Curve is a platform to learn more about money. To change the stereotype that these conversations are typically boring, and only for men in suits. Victoria has worked in the finance and investing world for 13 years, and Sophie is a total novice. Learn alongside her as she asks all the questions you're thinking, but might feel a little embarrassed to ask. This podcast will give you all the tools and knowledge to achieve financial freedom, as well as (hopefully) having a laugh along the way.
New episodes every Monday and Wednesday!
Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice
New episodes every Monday and Wednesday!
Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice
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May 8, 2023 • 19min
TCW18: Adidas is making a comeback after ditching Kanye West!
In this week's Curve Weekly we talk about the Adidas stock which has gone up 30% after ditching Kanye West and his Yeezy line, and Vic explains why Apple's 90 BILLION dollar share buy back is such a big deal. If you've been listening to The Curve podcasts for a while, you'll know there are always some raaaaandom lols scattered throughout and this episode is no exception. For more from The Curve:InstagramWebsiteTikTokNewsletter Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.

May 3, 2023 • 40min
RTC61: How to invest during a recession with Izzy Truman
With all the uncertainty in the economy you might be considering how to balance your spicy investments vs conservative ones. Or maybe you're wondering what your portfolio should look like as you get closer to your savings goal or retirement. In this episode we answer burning questions from fellow podcaster Izzy Truman (a Curve Classroom student) and discuss the challenges of podcasting with your best mate (don't worry Vic & Soph don't need couples therapy just yet). Get your notes ready because Vic shares some pure GOLD in this one.For more from The Curve:InstagramWebsiteTikTokNewsletter Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.

May 1, 2023 • 17min
TCW17: Is AI taking over the world, the NASDAQ comeback and a new IPO!
In this weeks Curve Weekly it looks like a lot of acronyms, but basically we had a BIG (and good) week for the NASDAQ (the New York Stock Exchange) which has lots of big tech companies listed, we talk about AI and how you can get access to it, as well as what Vic thinks is going to be the biggest IPO (company to go public so you can buy shares) for 2023!For more from The Curve:InstagramWebsiteTikTokNewsletter Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.

Apr 26, 2023 • 42min
RTC60: How to negotiate a pay rise with Meggie Palmer
Does the thought of approaching your boss for a pay rise make you want to run for the hills? Turns out you're not alone - almost a third of The Curve Community have NEVER asked for a pay rise, and of those who have - only half of them were successful. In this episode we talk to the queen of negotiating, Meggie from PepTalkHer. She's on a mission to help women build their confidence and skills to get a pay rise! For more from The Curve:InstagramWebsiteTikTokNewsletter Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.

Apr 24, 2023 • 18min
TCW16: Taylor Swift and Ryan Reynolds are surprisingly clever with their money!
This week on The Curve weekly there were lots of famous people making headlines. We talk about Taylor Swift + Ryan Reynolds genius investing decisions, the Tesla and Netflix stocks (both of which have recently fallen off a cliff and are climbing their way back up), as well as some good news about inflation! For more from The Curve:InstagramWebsiteTikTokNewsletter Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.

Apr 19, 2023 • 30min
RTC59: Pfizer - a very stiff competitor 😏
You better believe there are a fair few penis jokes in this episode, and that's because we looked at the Pfizer stock! The company who first invented viagra. We talk about the FIVE things to look for before investing, and whether or not we think Pfizer will thrust our portfolios upwards. LOL ok sorry, we're done now.For more from The Curve:InstagramWebsiteTikTokNewsletter Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.

Apr 17, 2023 • 16min
TCW15: LVMH is killing it, the UK economy is battling away, and France have raised their retirement age!
In this Curve Weekly Vic updates us on what the markets are doing around the world, some scary news about the UK + US economies, and what France raising their retirement age means! Also pre warning, this episode ends in quite possibly the worst joke we've ever told. For more from The Curve:InstagramWebsiteTikTokNewsletter We'd like to say a huge thank you to Audi for sponsoring this podcast! Progress has always been part of Audi's DNA, and as a brand they're leading the way in electric mobility with their fully electric Audi e-tron range (one of which Vic and I have been lucky enough to drive over summer)! Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.

Apr 12, 2023 • 35min
RTC58: Amy Fraser on balancing family and career when life doesn't go according to plan
If you haven’t yet met the powerhouse that is Amy Fraser, then you’re welcome in advance. Amy is the founder of OKREAL, a coach, mentor and mum of two. In this inspiring chat, she generously opens up about her own life experiences to give some practical insight on how to cope when life doesn’t go to plan. We discuss what finances in a relationship can look like when kids are involved, and talk about the return on investment from children when we view them as the assets that they are.For more from The Curve:InstagramWebsiteTikTokNewsletter Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.

Apr 10, 2023 • 15min
TCW14: An expensive Easter, Apple's secret and Aesop is now public!
In this week's Curve Weekly Vic explains why you might have noticed Easter was extra expensive this year, a big update with one of the world's biggest companies, and Aesop [a crowd favourite] is finally public - AKA you can now buy shares!For more from The Curve:InstagramWebsiteTikTokNewsletter We'd like to say a huge thank you to Audi for sponsoring this podcast! Progress has always been part of Audi's DNA, and as a brand they're leading the way in electric mobility with their fully electric Audi e-tron range (one of which Vic and I have been lucky enough to drive over summer)! Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.

Apr 5, 2023 • 37min
RTC57: Everything you need to know about prenups
Pre-nup? Or Pre-yup? You might be wondering whether or not you need a prenup. Or maybe you're wondering how the hell to bring up such an awkward conversation without hurting anyone's feelings. In this episode we chat to a lawyer well versed in this space, Lauren Aspin about all things Contracting Out Agreement (AKA a prenup). We answer a bunch of your questions, along with some finer details you might need to consider in order to protect your pretty pennies in the future!For more from The Curve:InstagramWebsiteTikTokNewsletter Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.