S1 E6 - Politics, Power & Money.

Season 1, Episode 6 - Politics, Power & Money. Politics, power and money collide this week as we unpack three big themes shaping confidence, behaviour and markets.First, the renewed political noise around the Epstein-linked revelations in the UK, the spotlight on Peter Mandelson, and what this means for Keir Starmer’s authority. We look at why markets hate uncertainty, how leadership risk feeds into policy risk, and why bond investors pay attention when Westminster starts to wobble.Then, Peter joins from Shanghai to talk about how Starmer’s China visit was seen on the ground, what visa liberalisation actually changes for business travel, and whether warmer signalling can translate into real commercial advantage. We also get into the difference between headlines and long-term exposure, and why face-to-face meetings still matter in Chinese business culture.And finally, when trust feels shaky, where does money go. Gold, silver, crypto, defensive assets and the idea of a “digital hedge”. We talk about why these assets can rise fast, fall fast, and why diversification is usually the dull answer that keeps people sane.As always, this is not financial advice. It is a conversation about how money really works.Follow the showInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/hmrwpod/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@howmoneyreallyworksIf you have a question you want us to tackle, send it in the comments or through the socials.