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The University of Law Podcast
Welcome to The University of Law podcast featuring interviews and discussions on a range of topics with lecturers, students, alumni and special guests.
Episodes
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Set for Success: Helen Sampson
In this episode, Alumni Manager Nic Ashton is joined by Helen Sampson. Helen is a former litigation lawyer turned founder of Uncouple, a business dedicated to…
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Student Experience: Employability
In this episode of our Student Experience series, Student Voice Coordinator Gary Knight speaks with student Blessing Yawson about employability and building…
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Inside the Case: "The Killing of Jill Dando" - Michael Mansfield KC
In this episode of our Inside the Case podcast series, Michael Mansfield KC reflects on defending Barry George in the trial and eventual acquittal over the…
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Student Experience: Transitioning to University
In this episode of our Student Experience series, Student Voice Coordinator Gary Knight speaks with student and former VP Iana MacRii about navigating the…
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Let's Talk Money
Let's Talk Money is the ultimate guide for managing your finances before, during, and after university. Join Vivi Friedgut (Founder and CEO of Blackbullion)…
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Inside the Case: "The Cromwell Street Murders" - Sir Brian Leveson
In this episode of our Inside the Case podcast series, Sir Brian Leveson reflects on leading the prosecution in the 1995 trial of serial killer Rosemary West…
The University of Law PodcastInside the Case: "The Black Cab Rapist" - Harriet Wistrich
In this episode of our "Inside the Case" podcast series, we dive deep into complex investigation of John Worboys, one of the UK’s most notorious serial sex…
The University of Law PodcastInside the Case: Brexit: The Constitutional Crisis - Lord Pannick KC
In this episode of our "Inside the Case" podcast series, we speak with Lord David Pannick KC, the barrister who led the landmark constitutional challenges…
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Set for Success: Lesley Kenny
In this episode, Alumni Manager Nic Ashton sits down with Lesley Kenny, a The University of Law alumna, who has built a global career in ethics and compliance…
The University of Law PodcastInside the Case: "A right to die?" - Paul Bowen KC
In this episode of our “Inside the Case” podcast series we speak with Paul Bowen KC, a leading practitioner in public and human rights law who acted for Tony…
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Set for Success: Martin Spiller
In this episode, Alumni Manager Nic Ashton is joined by Martin Spiller. Martin is a Chartered Accountant and non-practising barrister whose career has spanned…
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Set for Success: Paul Loynes, Lemox Consulting
In this episode, Alumni Manager Nic Ashton is joined by Paul Loynes. Paul trained at Clifford Chance, worked as a partner at a major US law firm and now runs…
The University of Law PodcastInside the Case: "The Wimbledon Common Murder" - William Clegg KC
The second episode in our “Inside the Case” podcast series features an interview with William Clegg KC, a celebrated criminal defence Barrister who…
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Set for Success: Baljinder Singh Atwal, West Midlands Police
In this episode, Alumni Manager Nic Ashton is joined by Baljinder Singh Atwal, Senior Commercial Lawyer with West Midlands Police, and Chair of Birmingham Law…
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Future Pupils: A Pupillage Journey
In this episode, Jo Lunnon is joined by Myria Anthony, who recently made the transition from the corporate sector to a career at the Bar. Bringing all the…
The University of Law PodcastInside the Case: "In the blink of an eye" - Brian Altman KC
Trigger Warning: Please note the content does contain references to murder and abduction. This inaugural episode features an interview with Brian Altman KC…
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How to make the most of your Placement Year
In this episode, placements manager Sally Docherty is joined by students Sidra Mann and Anmol Sidhu about their transformative placement experiences. They…
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AI in Conversation - Episode 4 - Elle Farrell-Kingsley
In this podcast series our Head of Computer Science, Dr Paul Sant, is joined by a variety of guests within the technology sector to learn more about their…
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AI in conversation - Episode 3 - Patrick Grant
In this podcast series our Head of Computer Science, Dr Paul Sant, is joined by a variety of guests within the technology sector to learn more about their…
The University of Law PodcastThe Lord Chancellors: Where Politics meets Justice - Episode 6 - Alex Chalk KC
Alex Chalk KC was Lord Chancellor and Justice Secretary in the last Conservative Government. He is now a partner with international law firm, Jones Day. In…
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AI in conversation - Episode 2 - Henry Warner
In this podcast series our Head of Computer Science, Dr Paul Sant, is joined by a variety of guests within the technology sector to learn more about their…
The University of Law PodcastThe Lord Chancellors: Where Politics meets Justice - Episode 5 - David Gauke
David Gauke has held several key ministerial positions, Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for justice, Chief Secretary to the Treasury, and Secretary of…
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AI in conversation - Episode 1 - Hannah Claus
In this podcast series our Head of Computer Science, Dr Paul Sant, is joined by a variety of guests within the technology sector to learn more about their…
The University of Law PodcastThe Lord Chancellors: Where Politics meets Justice - Episode 4 - Sir Robert Buckland
Sir Robert Buckland, is a senior conservative politician and barrister. Under Boris Johnson he was made Lord Chancellor and Justice Secretary, a role he held…
The University of Law PodcastThe Lord Chancellors: Where Politics meets Justice - Episode 3 - Jack Straw
Jack Straw was Home Secretary under Tony Blair from 1997 to 2001; Foreign Secretary from 2001 to 2006 and then Justice Secretary/Lord Chancellor from 2007 to…
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Set For Success: Leah Vaghela, My Law Solicitors
In this episode, recent alumnus Ben Weisz is joined by Leah Vaghela, co-founder of My Law Solicitors and a specialist in employment law. Leah studied her LLB…
The University of Law PodcastThe Lord Chancellors: Where Politics meets Justice - Episode 2 - Michael Gove
A senior politician and former Justice Secretary, Michael Gove, delivers a blistering attack on the whole criminal justice system as badly managed - from the…
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24 Questions in 2024: With Dr Jonny Dudley, Lecturer in Psychology
In this episode, LLB student Alex Gill talks with Psychology lecturer Dr Jonny Dudley who shares his journey into the field of forensic psychology. Jonny…
The University of Law PodcastThe Lord Chancellors: Where Politics meets Justice - Episode 1 - Lord Falconer
When he was Lord Chancellor, Lord Falconer was responsible for ushering in constitutional reforms that abolished the role of Lord Chancellor as head of the…
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SQE: Preparing for Exams with Andy Lee, LLM student
In this episode, LPC/SQE Programme & Student Lead, Elizabeth Farrell, is joined by LLM student Andy Lee who shares his experience of studying for the SQE 1…
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Dyslexia Awareness: with Andrew Grice
In celebration of Dyslexia Awareness Month, in this episode Student Learning Development Manager for neurodiversity, Ruth Le Duc, is joined by Senior Lecturer…
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24 Questions in 2024: With Susana Kyei, LLB Student
In this episode, Mental Health Advisor Jessica Massie is joined by LLB student Susana Kyei, who shares her experience as an international student. Despite…
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Future Solicitors: Qualifying Work Experience
In this episode, Head of Pro Bono Amanda Crutchley is joined by SQE student Andrew Lee to discuss obtaining qualifying work experience (QWE). Andrew and Amanda…
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24 Questions in 2024: With Joy Elson, BPC student
In this episode, Clubs and Society coordinator Emily Lewis is joined by BPC student Joy Elson, who currently works as a Legally Qualified Disability Advocate…
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24 Questions in 2024: with Dr Paul Sant, Head of Computer Science
In this episode, LLB student Alex Gill, is joined by our Head of Computer Science, Dr Paul Sant, to discuss his role, his passion for computer science and the…
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In Conversation with Zardine Collins from Sony Music Publishing
In this episode, Fintech Commercial Lawyer Shubby Osoba is joined by Zardine Collins, a Digital Business Affairs Manager for Sony Music Publishing. Zardine…
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24 Questions in 2024: with Meg Kelly, LLM Legal Practice student
In this episode, Mental Health Advisor Jessica Massie, is joined by current LLM Legal Practice student Meg Kelly, to discuss her studies and journey into law…
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In conversation with: Zia Ullah from Eversheds Sutherland
In this episode Moorgate Campus Dean, Aruna Verma, is joined by Zia Ullah, Financial Crime Partner and Co-Global Head of the Corporate Crime & Investigations…
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24 Questions in 2024: with John Watkins, Director of Employability
In this episode, LLB student Alex Gills is joined by John Watkins, Director of Employability. John shares his advice for students starting out in their…
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Set for Success: with Trevor Sterling, Moore Barlow
In this episode, PGDL student Ben Weisz is joined by Trevor Sterling, Senior Partner at law firm Moore Barlow, and Chair of their personal injury and clinical…
The University of Law PodcastThe Judges: Series Finale (live event recording)
Leading lawyers and former judges take part in a debate to discuss the main themes of our The Judges: Power, Politics and the People podcast series, which…
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24 Questions in 2024: with online LPC student Hannah Watts
In this episode, Emily Lewis is joined by LPC online student and mum of three, Hannah Watts. Hannah shares her experiences and tips around juggling work with…
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In conversation with Alex Fraser from Cancer Research UK
In this episode, Zoe Amar, alumna and founder of the social enterprise Zoe Amar Digital, is joined by Alex Fraser Legacy Management Specialist solicitor at…
The University of Law PodcastThe Judges: Power, Politics and the People - Episode 10 - Lord Judge
This episode, the last in the series, is a tribute to Lord Judge, who was Lord Chief Justice from 2008 to 2013 and who died last November (2023). On retiring…
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24 Questions in 2024: with Head of Student Support Services, Keith Houghton
In this episode, LLB student Alexander Gill is joined by Head of Student Support Services Keith Houghton to discuss wellbeing, access to support at the…
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24 Questions in 2024: with Aruna Verma, Dean at Moorgate
In this episode, LLB student Alexander Gill is joined by Aruna Verma who is Dean at the University's Moorgate campus. Aruna answers 24 questions about what she…
The University of Law PodcastThe Judges: Power, Politics and the People - Episode 9 - Lord Burnett
Lord Burnett of Maldon has recently stepped down as Lord Chief Justice of England and Wales and head of the judiciary, after six years in post (2017-2023). He…
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The benefits of studying online
In this episode, Online Programmes Director Navdeep Chouhan is joined by Lori Rockett the Programme and Student Lead at the university to discuss the benefits…
The University of Law PodcastThe Judges: Power, Politics and the People - Episode 8 - Lord Mackay of Clashfern
Lord Mackay of Clashfern is best known as having been Lord Chancellor for 10 years from 1987-97, in the governments of both Margaret Thatcher and John Major…
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24 Questions in 2024: with Ben Weisz, PGDL student
In this episode, Emily Lewis our Clubs and Societies Coordinator, is joined by PGDL student Ben Weisz to discuss his journey to studying law part-time. Ben…
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Discover Online Study: strategies to stay focused and maximise your experience
In our second episode of this series, Navdeep Chouhan, Online Programmes Director - Business School, is joined by business owner and online student Danielle…
The University of Law PodcastThe Judges: Power, Politics and the People - Episode 7 - Baroness Butler-Sloss
Baroness Butler-Sloss was appointed President of the High Court Family Division in 1999, the first woman to reach that level of the judiciary. She came into…
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24 Questions in 2024: with Amanda Crutchley, Head of Pro Bono
In the first episode of this new podcast series, LLB student Alex Gill speaks with Amanda Crutchley, Head of Pro Bono at the University, and asks her 24…
The University of Law PodcastThe Judges: Power, Politics and the People - Episode 6 - Lord Sumption
Lord Sumption is a former chief justice of the UK Supreme Court. He broke ground when he was appointed to that role in 2012, being the first appointment at the…
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Future Solicitors: Interview Tips and Assessment Centres
In this episode, former LPC students Darren Broad and Chloe Orledge are joined again by Amanda Crutchley, Head of Pro-Bono at the University to discuss getting…
The University of Law PodcastThe Judges: Power, Politics and the People - Episode 5 - Lord Phillips
Lord Phillips of Worth Matravers is one of the most senior judicial figures in the land. He was Lord Chief Justice of England and Wales from 2005 to 2008, and…
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All About Our Online Courses
In this episode, our Online Programmes Director Navdeep Chouhan is joined by recent graduate Kieran Collins, to discuss his experience of studying online with…
The University of Law PodcastThe Judges: Power, Politics and the People - Episode 4 - Lord Thomas
**Trigger Warning** - This episode includes sensitive content that some people may find distressing. It is with reference to a case that Lord Thomas presided…
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Future Solicitors: Vacation Schemes, Training Contracts and Qualifying Work Experience
In episode three of our Future Solicitor series, former LPC students Darren Broad and Chloe Orledge discuss their experience of vacations schemes. They are…
The University of Law PodcastThe Judges: Power, Politics and the People - Episode 3 - Lady Hale
Lady Hale, Baroness Hale of Richmond, was the judge who led the Supreme Court in its landmark ruling over the suspension of Parliament. In this episode she…