Debt and financial vulnerability

Understand the complex world of debt, poverty, and mental health with money advisor, Colin Trend. 

With over 30 years of experience, Colin shares his insights on designing services for people struggling with money, the impact of harmful design patterns, and the importance of understanding the user's perspective. 

This episode includes real-life stories of the people Colin has helped over the years.

Whether you're a designer, a financial advisor, or someone interested in social justice, this episode offers valuable lessons on making financial services more accessible. 

01:34: Colin's relationship with numbers

05:02: Working in money and debt advice

07:21: Social injustices and financial vulnerability 

11:16: Mental health and financial struggles 

14:09: Designing accessible financial services

19:04: Real life stories and challenges 

24:10: Innovations in financial services 

30:28: Final thoughts and more stories

Follow Colin on LinkedIn. Bio and transcripts available at accessiblenumbers.com/debt-financial-vulnerability