With D&I having emerged as a top priority for law departments, understanding how best to have confronting interactions will be critical in ensuring legal teams can meaningfully move forward. On this episode of The Corporate Counsel Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Collective Wellness Group legal counsel Darshana Parekh who says there is a need to have conversations that are “not fun and not comfortable”, for the reason that they allow us to better appreciate and respect the many differences that people bring to a workplace. The pair also delve into the need or otherwise for defined structures to facilitate such conversations, how such engagement can be engineered in the “new normal” in which workforces will be more scattered, and the role of leaders to create a more naturally evolving inclusive workplace. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.   If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

Cross-selling should be a result, not a strategy, Sue-Ella Prodonovich argues. Otherwise, you run the risk of “crass-selling”. On this episode of The Boutique Lawyer Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by returning guest Sue-Ella Prodonovich, who is the principal of Prodonovich Advisory, to discuss some of the potential pitfalls of cross-selling by law firms, particularly in the age of coronavirus, distinguishing cross-selling from “niching down”, and how cross-selling can impact upon the health and success of a legal business. The pair also discuss the need to seek appropriate feedback from clients about the breadth of service delivery, having as many conversations with trusted advisers about firm offerings, and whether there are any succession strategies and/or creative opportunities that firms can instead be exploring. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

It used to be the case that a graduate lawyer with one payslip was seen by banks as a safer bet for a home loan than a barrister with 23 months’ worth of bank statements. Given how the world has changed this past year, that impression may be shifting. On this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by returning guest Cullen Haynes, who is the director of sales at Legal Home Loans, to discuss how the age of coronavirus – and subsequent market changes – gives rise to new opportunities for lawyers to seek home loans sooner than they might have expected, meaning practitioners may not have to make the choice between striking out on their own or buying a house. The pair also talk about whether “FOMO” has been heightened in the past year given the mainstreaming of flexible and remote working, whether now is a good time for lawyers to refinance their mortgages and what they could do with equity that comes with it. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.   If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

Becoming a rainmaker is not an easy journey, but by employing the right strategies and going through the requisite baptisms by fire, one can lead a more stimulating career in which one has more freedom and flexibility. In short, a professional “life worth living”. On this episode of The Corporate Counsel Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Focus Forward Consulting LLC chief executive Sheila Murphy, who was associate general counsel and senior VP at MetLife and partner of a US-based law firm, to talk about how GCs can traverse the path from being a “servicing attorney” to being a rainmaker for their respective businesses, particularly at a time of such economic and marketplace turbulence. The pair also discuss the factors leading to gender pay discrepancies, the importance of rolling up one’s sleeves to support change in the legal profession, and what Ms Murphy sees as practical ways that professionals can put themselves forward to receive commensurate compensation. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.   If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

Brigit Rubinstein used to subscribe to the mentality that a good lawyer puts their employer and clients before anything else. A violent attack in her home – as well as hearing the experiences of others – changed that. Content warning: This episode contains content that may be disturbing or distressing to some listeners. Listener discretion is advised. On this episode of The Boutique Lawyer Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Level Up Legal principal and director Brigit Rubinstein, who reflects on how being the victim of a violent intruder into her home in the middle of the night changed her thinking on what it means to be a good lawyer, and reconsider her leadership approach, particularly now that she runs her own boutique practice. Moreover, the pair discuss how the age of coronavirus has accelerated movement away from such traditional thinking about a lawyer’s duties, the practical ways that employers and leaders can better support individual staff members, ensuring clients come along for the ride and ensuring that emerging leaders feel as comfortable and supported as possible. Help is available via Lifeline on 13 11 14 and 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732. Each law society and bar association also has further contacts available on their respective websites. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

With AI and new technologies quickly on the rise across the legal profession, it is more vital than ever that the next generation of lawyers are planning their education and career moves around experience and expertise in the digital space. In this special episode of The Protégé Podcast produced in partnership with Melbourne Law School, host Naomi Neilson is joined by Professor Jeannie Paterson. In this episode, Professor Paterson shares just how fast technological advancements are happening across the profession and how students and new graduates can take advantage of it. She shares her best advice for staying on top of the changing digital space and putting all of it into practice to stand out in their legal workplace. “Society is changing. Almost all aspects of society are being touched in some way by digital technologies and by AI, and therefore there are questions that the law is going to have to advise on. So, it’s really important students gain experience and expertise and are prompted to ask the kinds of questions that they’re going to face regardless of where they go after completing their law degrees,” Professor Paterson said. Professor Paterson also shares the role of moral norms and ethics in this space and advises on finding a space in the profession that new lawyers will really enjoy. Have a listen below! If you have any questions about the episode or if there are any topics that you might want us to look into, please reach out – we would love to hear from you! We’re also always open to new guests so if you have an exciting story to tell, if you’re standing out as a student or graduate, or if you can offer some tips for our young lawyers, get in touch. You can reach us here: Emails: [email protected] or [email protected] Socials: Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter or reach out to me directly here.

On this special episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, produced in partnership with Unisearch, an expert panel unpacks the myriad changes to daily legal practice and the duties of leaders to better support individual professionals in a new-look market. Host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Herbert Smith Freehills partner Malika Chandrasegaran, UNSW Faculty of Law & Justice lecturer and Unisearch expert Dr Alice Orchiston, and UNSW Business School professor of commercial law and regulation and Unisearch expert Professor Pamela Hanrahan to discuss the new ways of working that have emerged in the age of coronavirus to include what’s working and not working, the deleterious consequences of evolving workplace practices, and the impacts on certain demographics of the profession. The trio also delve into how best leaders can respond and connect with staff, such as through authenticity and transparency, new-age workplace expectations, the need for individual responsibility in accommodating idiosyncratic needs, and optimism about working life for lawyers in the future. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.   If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

On this special episode of The Corporate Counsel Show, produced in partnership with Lawcadia, host Jerome Doraisamy and Lawcadia CEO Warwick Walsh discuss how best to grow a business and why technology and innovative thinking are so essential in achieving such growth. Mr Walsh outlines how to build a culture of iteration and continuous improvement, the need to focus on the progress being made by one's team, identifying and solving pain points, applying a mindset of client satisfaction and creating a triage of priorities. The pair also reflect on the experience of Lawcadia in the age of coronavirus, how law firms and in-house teams are using platforms and workflow automation like Lawcadia Intelligence to better navigate this period, and how such strange times have reinforced the value of agility and having a communicative culture.  If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.   If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

Having grown up without a father, being there for his daughters is non-negotiable for firm owner Sach Fernando. On this episode of The Boutique Lawyer Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Maxiom Injury Lawyers principal Sach Fernando about launching a new firm while his eldest daughter was just six months old, how he balances his commitments to personal injury clients and familial responsibilities, and what motivates him in managing the juggle. He also discusses the importance of open communication with clients and colleagues about what is important in one’s life, whether stigma still exists for young dads in law, and how the new normal might open new doors for such dads to be there for their kids whilst still being successful practitioners. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

Given the exacerbation of psychological safety concerns in the age of coronavirus, legal professionals have to be more purposeful in the ways they engage and give greater consideration to the long-term. On this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Solutions2You founder and chief executive Cathy Dimarchos to discuss the concept of anti-fragility, being solutions-focused and why such an approach is critical for the legal profession in a post-pandemic world. The pair also discuss personal accountability, distinguishing anti-fragility from resilience and practical strategies for implementation in the new normal. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.   If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

Dr Danielle Malek Roosa’s working day starts at 3:00am and finishes in the early afternoon. While the schedule can be “brutal”, she’s doing work she loves and has found the right balance for herself and her family.   On this episode of The Corporate Counsel Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by World Bank senior legal counsel Dr Danielle Malek Roosa to discuss how and why she got into public law, her work for Indigenous Australians and experience studying at Harvard, and the journey to telecommuting from the other side of the world for a role with an international financial institution.   The pair also discuss how Dr Malek Roosa has managed to strike the right balance in juggling the early mornings and her familial duties, why international legal work is so rewarding and why those wanting to work overseas should not give up on such dreams and keep looking for opportunities amid the ongoing pandemic. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.   If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

Young gun Marial Lewis has already done more by the age of 30 than most, if not all, lawyers her age. In the new normal, she says, her journey to success will not be uncommon.   On this episode of The Boutique Lawyer Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Crossover Law Group founder and principal Marial Lewis, who won the Migration Law category at the 2021 30 Under 30 Awards, to discuss her early rise to partnership and how that helped her create a path to firm ownership, and the challenges she has overcome in shouldering significant personal and professional responsibility at such a young age.   The pair also discuss how the pandemic has impacted upon the work of migration lawyers, the need to utilise NewLaw methodology in the modern age, lessons learned and Marial’s advice for young parents looking to lead in the post-pandemic marketplace, as well as creative ways that leaders can better support staff moving forward. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

In this episode of The Protégé Podcast, host Naomi Neilson is joined by barrister Emma Fitzgerald to discuss her journey from solicitor to barrister and the struggles that came with it, from making extremely tough financial decisions like selling her house through to managing her mental health through stressors like the bar exams.  Reflecting on how she made it to the bar, Emma shares some incredibly useful and honest advice to listeners who are considering the same path. She shares her tips on starting again after setbacks and sorting through the demands of the profession to find sustainable long-term goals in a personal and professional capacity.  “[It was about looking] at the reason I wanted to do law. What is my purpose going to be and what am I going to use it for? What am I trying to achieve? What matters to me? What’s going to make me feel that I am achieving what I set out to? I had set goals that were like financial and appearance… but once I took away from my own equation, I was able to go into some really extraordinary things,” she said.  Emma also shares what it was like to pursue a barrister career as a single parent of a young child, how she found support networks in friends and peers, and more.  Have a listen below!  If you have any questions about the episode or if there are any topics that you might want us to look into, please reach out – we would love to hear from you!  We’re also always open to new guests so if you have an exciting story to tell, if you’re standing out as a student or graduate, or if you can offer some tips for our young lawyers, get in touch.  You can reach us here: Emails: [email protected] or [email protected] Socials: Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter or reach out to me directly here. And check out some of our other episodes here: What it takes to be a law student society president Finding a path out of breaking point and into better mental health Culture of silence challenged with new student-designed reporting platform 

Motivated to support those less fortunate than himself, Nick Edwards has served on the boards of numerous not-for-profit organisations over the course of his career. The experience, he says, has made him a more rounded legal professional.   On this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Hamilton Locke partner Nick Edwards to discuss how and why he first got involved with board work for NFPs, rising to the position of board chair, learning about the intricacies of issues to be solved and the flow-on professional skills that come with such work The pair also discuss how lawyers who are keen to involve themselves in NFPs can roll up their sleeves, why such extracurricular activities might be crucial for professional development in a post-pandemic world, and why – on a personal level – it is so rewarding to give back. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.   If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

James Kitching is living his dream as a senior lawyer for global football association FIFA. His work is every bit as exciting and stimulating as it is challenging, he says. On this episode of The Corporate Counsel Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by FIFA legal compliance division director of football regulatory, James Kitching, to discuss how he got himself into his dream job as a lawyer, the myriad international regulatory considerations that arise each and every day, and how the football association has navigated the extraordinary challenges of COVID-19 and still successfully hosted major tournaments such as the Euros and Copa America. The pair also discuss the need to be disciplined in order to manage the overwhelming workload that can arise, opportunities on the horizon for sports lawyers and appreciating that no two days are the same when one comes to work.  If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.   If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

The frequency of ransomware attacks has risen substantially in recent years. In an age where remote working is mainstream, ensuring one’s firm or business is protected is more critical than ever before.   On this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Clyde & Co partners Reece Corbett Wilkins and John Moran to discuss the volume of professional services businesses being hit by cyber attacks and why, how law firms are faring, new environmental factors giving rise to such attacks, what constitutes preparedness for attacks and whether businesses are better prepared since bolstering tech capabilities since the onset of COVID-19.   The trio also discuss new solutions and strategies for businesses and lawyers to implement as the market looks to the post-pandemic new normal, the need for “prosilience”, the headline legal issues in the face of so many cyber attacks and evolving political and legislative frameworks to manage.  If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.   If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

Alexandra Tighe has worked on four royal commissions during her career, two of which saw her act as lead partner. Here, she discusses what such litigation work is like. On this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Holding Redlich partner Alexandra Tighe, who won the Partner of the Year (BigLaw) category at the 2020 Women in Law Awards, to discuss the fast-paced nature of litigating a state or federal royal commission, the added pressure that comes with one's work being on the front pages of newspapers, and some of the “organic” professional skills that one gleans in the course of such work. Ms Tighe also gives her thoughts on the supposedly increasingly litigious culture emerging in Australia and whether it will lead to more royal commissions across the country, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as detail how she has kept up with clients and sought work in the past year.  If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.   If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

As the author of three successful books, Sarah Bartholomeusz understands how putting pen to paper can significantly improve your firm’s branding, as well as your professional standing. On this episode of The Boutique Lawyer Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by three-time author and You Legal founder and principal Sarah Bartholomeusz to discuss why she chose to write her books and the personal and professional benefits gleaned from such projects, including raising her profile and bolstering expertise. The pair also talk about legal services for the medical industry, how lawyers working for this sector have fared in the age of the coronavirus, and how best boutique lawyers can start the process of writing their own books, if they so wish. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

Taking the initiative, engaging members and making big changes where needed are just some of the traits of a law student society president that can make their term an impactful one while also setting them up for a successful legal career. In this episode of The Protégé Podcast, host Naomi Neilson is joined by University of Wollongong’s Law Students’ Society president Theodore Totsis to chat about how he progressed from member to vice-president and finally to president, including the many achievements he and his team has had throughout it all.   Theo shares some of the moments of the past few years that he is most proud of, from creating a platform where all volunteers enjoy the work with the society through to interviewing former High Court justices like the Honourable Michael Kirby.   He also discusses the skills and traits that it takes to be a president of a law student society today and how all of this experience can set someone up for graduate roles. The episode finishes with some great advice for listeners who are considering joining their own law student society, including: “Take the initiative before the task is thrown to you. One of the things we’ve discovered is that students are involved in their positions but only when they’re given something to do, but it’s also important for them to reach out sometimes. That speaks volumes.”

Numerous jurisdictions around Australia have recently passed sweeping reforms to defamation law, which could have a substantial impact on major cases in the future, and arguably could have altered the circumstances of recent trials.   On this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Marque Lawyers managing partner Michael Bradley and senior associate Daisy von Schoenberg to discuss the introduction of defamation reform in numerous Australian jurisdictions, namely the public interest defence, and what impact such a defence might have on defamation cases moving forward.   The trio also delve into the hypothetical influence this defence might have had on recent, high-profile defamation cases and what lawyers in this space have to look forward to moving forward.   If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.   If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

When it comes to being more resourceful, Shannon Landers advises in-house counsel to avoid thinking like lawyers. Instead, she says, creativity and trial and error will be crucial steps in the journey.   On this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Cotton On Group head of legal Shannon Landers to discuss why it is so important for law departments to be as resourceful as possible, what resourcefulness means to her as a professional, and undertaking initiatives such as in-house research to understand how best to reduce inefficiencies and bloated expenditures.   Ms Landers also discusses the need for short-term pain in order to achieve long-term gain, how to triage the goal of resourcefulness in accordance with all other urgent departmental priorities, how her thinking on resourcefulness has evolved in the age of coronavirus and the extent to which she thinks Australian law departments are open to new-age thinking.  If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

The Honourable Mark Speakman SC MP, Attorney-General of NSW, returns to the show to discuss sweeping reforms to defamation law in numerous Australian jurisdictions, their intended impact, and how he led the charge in enacting change.   On this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Mr Speakman about why reform to defamation laws in the states and territories was necessary, what the reforms are for a majority of the population, and what they hope to achieve.     The pair also talk about reform in other areas of law that Mr Speakman is turning his attention to and how he spearheaded the defamation reforms in consultation with other attorneys-general around the country. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

Financial services regulation is an “intriguing beast”, Peter Hagias says, and in a post-royal commission world, he saw an opportunity to grow a business and share his expertise. On this episode of The Boutique Lawyer Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Peter Hagias, who is the director of Tecne Lawyers and AFSL House, to discuss the launching of his two businesses and how the Hayne royal commission has presented numerous opportunities for lawyers with financial services experience to assist companies to better understand the regulatory and compliance landscape, and carve out niches in a B2B context. The pair also discuss the supposed differences between traditional law and NewLaw and what will constitute a unique offering post-pandemic, as well as how and why boutique practices should look to offer consulting services.    If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

An overwhelming majority of SME law firms do not have business continuity plans in place, putting those practices in jeopardy if unforeseen circumstances arise. On this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, Lawganised founder Ben Deverson returns to chat with host Jerome Doraisamy about the need for single principal firms and multiple principal firms to ensure they have continuity plans in place, the dangers of not refreshing such plans and the reasons why principals may not be proactively taking such steps. The pair also talk about practical steps that firm leaders can take to ensure that business continuity plans are in place to ensure that the practice is not at risk and why the age of coronavirus heightens the need to have safeguards. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

As a dedicated and talented sportsperson, Hannah Kimber initially found it difficult to keep up her physical activity once she became a lawyer. She eventually learned to weave it into her schedule in ways that bolstered her health, happiness and workplace productivity. On this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by PwC senior associate and former 30 Under 30 finalist Hannah Kimber to discuss the creative strategies she employs to keep moving in the office (particularly if she has to work late) and how lessons learned from sports and other firms of physical activity have informed her attitudes towards legal practice.   The pair also talk about Ms Kimber’s journey with online advocacy about physical activity, the need to better understand one’s limits and be self-aware, and appreciating the myriad flow-on benefits from various forms of exercise for one’s work as a lawyer. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

In this episode of The Protégé Podcast, host Naomi Neilson is joined by solicitor Eric Zhang in an open discussion about mental health among young lawyers. In this episode, he shares the experiences that led to his breaking point, including the stress of catching up to his peers and being made to feel inadequate in his first role.  Eric also shares what the profession should be doing better: “We all know that depression and anxiety is an occupational hazard, yet I think there needs to be more done to ensure that everyone’s taking care of their personal health. I think one of the biggest things is that there is an overwhelming culture of working.” We also talk about maintaining a job outside of the legal profession to financially support the tough (and often underpaid) path into becoming a lawyer and finding a passion for working in social change, as he has done with the Refugee Law Project.  Eric – who will be working alongside a legal team assembled by New Liberals leader Victor Kline to launch private action against Christian Porter – also shares why he got involved with politics and why other young lawyers should consider it.

Australia’s space sector is seeing rapid growth at the moment, and as such, the nature and volume of legal work are also shifting. Such evolution offers many opportunities, but also presents real challenges.  On this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Paterson IP principal Dr Stefan Paterson and Azimuth Advisory principal Donna Lawler to discuss the latest developments in space law, at both the international and domestic levels, the impact of legislative changes upon the work of practitioners in this area and where Australian laws sit relative to global counterparts.  The trio also talk about the emergence of new start-ups in the space sector in Australia, the need to protect innovation and technology, and what the Australian market has to look forward to with the future of space.  If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

Recently, Greenpeace Australia Pacific was engaged in litigation against energy giant AGL, in a case that garnered international attention. Here, the charity’s chief executive and GC unpack the steps taken to win those proceedings. On this episode of The Corporate Counsel Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Greenpeace Australia Pacific CEO David Ritter and general counsel Katrina Bullock to discuss the proceedings brought by AGL against the charity, how they responded to it and worked together to achieve an optimal outcome.   The pair detail the late-night collaboration between legal and senior execs, engagement with external legal counsel, how Ms Bullock helped prep Mr Ritter for the witness box, the state of affairs with alleged “SLAPP lawsuits”, what law departments can learn from how Greenpeace managed these proceedings, and what advice they have for GCs whose organisations may be subject to litigation. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

Having practised as a barrister, and now as a partner, Jahan Kalantar understands that soft skills such as empathy are essential in better understanding client needs and, ultimately, succeeding as a lawyer. On this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Executive Legal partner and head of litigation Jahan Kalantar to discuss how and why soft skills are increasingly necessary for lawyers as we move towards a post-pandemic market, what skills in particular will be important, and what creative ways lawyers can look to glean them. The pair also talk about Mr Kalantar's experience as a TEDx speaker, what life circumstances taught him about the importance of following one’s heart, and how starting his career at the Bar made him well placed to launch his own boutique firm. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

At the age of 30, Elizabeth Aitken made partner. Having now been in such a role for three years, she understands what new partners must do if they are to succeed, personally and professionally. On this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by SLF Lawyers partner and national head of workplace relations and safety Elizabeth Aitken to discuss how she got to partner at such a young age and what this meant for her, the learning curves in adjusting to a new role and the challenges inherent in the early years of partnership. The pair also delve into Ms Aitken’s advice for those who have just made partner, including but not limited to the need to lead in one’'s own way, how those aspiring partnership can put their best foot forward, and why being a partner is, at the end of the day, a fun vocational pathway. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

SME law firms whose billing practices are haphazard and infrequent not only run the risk of having poor business health, but poor mental health for the firm owners. On this episode of The Boutique Lawyer Show, host Jerome Doraisamy sits down with Smokeball chief revenue officer Jane Oxley to discuss some of the issues she has observed among boutique law firm owners when it comes to the frequency and nature of billing for their clients, and the flow-on consequences that come from having what she calls poor billing hygiene – particularly in such an economically turbulent period for the market. The pair also talk about the benefits that can be reaped from getting one’s billing processes right, the nexus between being a good business owner and a good lawyer, practical steps to bolster one’s billing processes and how technology can assist in such steps. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

As is the case with one student, young lawyers who have not been a victim of sexual harassment and bullying are fast becoming the exception and not the rule. In an effort to address the culture of silence that exists around these experiences and to push the profession further towards eradicating both, a team of students has created an online platform designed for anonymous reporting. In this episode of The Protégé Podcast, host Naomi Neilson is joined by juris doctorate candidates Amer Nasr and Erica Giulione and bachelor of arts and law student Marcus Lee, three members behind online reporting platform Confidant. With help from two other students, Confidant could pave the way to a safer profession. Long before the Dyson Heydon findings in 2020 and possibly long after the most recent, harrowing reports in April, sexual harassment and bullying have been a plague on the profession made worse by a fear of coming forward. In this episode, the three members talk about how the platform could address this culture of silence by allowing victims to share their stories without fear of repercussion.  As part of the episode, all three students share why they think this app is so important to the profession today and how damaging the culture of silence has been to either their own personal experiences or those of their peers.  They also talk listeners through some of the other useful features, including options to take further action by consulting internal and external support systems. Victims may also be alerted when other users have reported the same person, which could give them all the confidence to come forward with their stories publicly.  Have a listen to the episode below!  If you have any questions about the episode or if there are any topics that you might want us to look into, please reach out – we would love to hear from you!  We’re also always open to new guests so if you have an exciting story to tell, if you’re standing out as a student or graduate, or if you can offer some tips for our young lawyers, get in touch.  You can reach us here: Emails: [email protected] or [email protected] Socials: Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter or reach out to me directly here.

Having grown up surrounded by family violence, alcoholism and mental illness, Kristal Naividi was perhaps more likely to need a lawyer than to become one herself. On this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Coastal Lawyers owner and principal Kristal Naividi to discuss how hard work over many years saw her achieve her professional dreams, in spite of myriad disadvantages, and what she has learned along the way.   The pair talk about how setbacks in her life have shaped her successes, the non-linear line she walked to get to where she is, the need to “create a village” for one's self, and advice she would offer to other legal professionals about overcoming hardship. 

Legal operations are still in its infancy, and in transforming the ways they practise law, law departments may be overlooking a hurdle they are creating for themselves. On this special episode of The Corporate Counsel Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by LawVu chief executive and co-founder Sam Kidd – ahead of his appearance at the 2021 Corporate Counsel Summit – to discuss how the onboarding of multiple point solutions from a range of technology vendors may inadvertently, and ironically, be holding law departments back from more efficient and streamlined operations. Mr Kidd unpacks the flow-on issues and considerations for law departments to examine, outlines practical steps for in-house teams to better understand their pain points and formulating a clear data strategy moving forward and the need to think commercially. The pair also talk about how LawVu has been assisting departments with such questions recently and what it can do for teams looking to overcome this broader headache. Lawyers Weekly is thrilled to have LawVu on board as platinum partner for this year’s Corporate Counsel Summit. To learn more about LawVu and its work with in-house teams, click here. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

Having broken away from the “boys club” in law, Courtney Bowie has been blazing a trail to ensure that female legal professionals feel supported and encouraged to succeed and be their best professional selves – and the looming new normal further opens the window of opportunity, she says. On this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy welcomes back Her Lawyer founder and principal Courtney Bowie – who won Wellness Advocate of the Year at the 2020 30 Under 30 Awards – to discuss practical ways that women lawyers can take advantage of evolving workplace and environmental circumstances so as to thrive professionally in ways that make sense to them. The pair talk about the importance of “finding a tribe”, new issues to contend with and how best to triage these, having a conversation with employers about revamped workplace arrangements, setting the right boundaries, practical tips to put the best foot forward, and how best to encourage male colleagues to support gender issues in law. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

By her own admission, Immediation founder and barrister Laura Keily had no technological expertise when she founded her online dispute resolution platform. But, by taking the right practical steps, she has been able to turn her vision into a success. On this special episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, produced in collaboration with Immediation, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Laura Keily to discuss why she decided to become a legal tech founder four years ago and how she did it. Ms Keily outlines necessary actions that must be taken to make one’s vision viable, including but not limited to engaging the right experts, how to source funding and being able to move with shifting environmental goalposts. The pair also discuss the evolving nature of alternative dispute resolution, managing the juggle of running a barrister’s practice and a tech company simultaneously, and whether the post-pandemic new normal will offer favourable conditions for those wanting to launch their own legal tech ventures. Immediation is a gold partner for next week’s Corporate Counsel Summit. At that event, Ms Keily and Immediation justice partnerships lead Rebecca Ross will discuss how to take advantage of rapid digitisation in the wake of COVID-19 so as to resolve disputes more efficiently and effectively. To learn more, click here. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

As a latecomer to law who ran businesses in other industries, Caralee Fontenele understands that most businesses have the same problems, and firm owners who ignore invaluable insights from data do so at their own peril. On this episode of The Boutique Lawyer Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Collective Family Law Group director Caralee Fontenele to discuss why it is essential for small law firms to effectively utilise data insights in order to thrive in the post-pandemic new normal. The pair delve into what data can teach us and the extent to which it can and should influence the strategic thinking of a firm. They also talk about how best to get started on the data journey, how much time and a firm owner should spend on it, and other practical steps to take into consideration in better formulating goals so that the business can succeed. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

With more and more peaceful protests taking to the streets to protect and defend social justice issues like Indigenous rights, Black Lives Matter and the #MeToo movement, a youth-based team of law students has put together an important guide to inform the community on what their rights are and how to seek legal help.  Rest of copy:  In this episode of The Protégé Podcast, host Naomi Neilson is joined by Australian National University law student and GreenLaw founder Annika Reynolds to discuss the important work that she and her young team have put into creating the first-of-its-kind guide to protesting rights in Australia’s capital.  The guide was created to provide vital protesting information to organisers and legal advocates who could then inform attendees about police powers, the rights of protesters in public spaces, legal support services, potential offences and their penalties. It has already generated interest among many community groups.  In our chat, Annika provides some real-world examples of its uses and gives listeners a look into how it could potentially be used in situations where police have detained individuals who are peacefully protesting. You can find the guide here.  Annika also touches on how she came to create a whole, youth-based organisation in the middle of her studies, what other GreenLaw initiatives she is most proud of, and she has some great advice for other students thinking of doing the same.  Have a listen now! If you have any questions about the episode or if there are any topics that you might want us to look into, please reach out – we would love to hear from you!  We’re also always open to new guests so if you have an exciting story to tell, if you’re standing out as a student or graduate, or if you can offer some tips for our young lawyers, get in touch.  You can reach us here: Emails: [email protected] or [email protected] Socials: Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter or reach out to me directly here.

Delivering a TEDx Talk was one of the most professionally challenging (but also rewarding) experiences Luke Furness has ever undertaken. The flow-on benefits from such public speaking, he says, can make one a better lawyer.    On this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Clayton Utz senior associate Luke Furness to discuss the art of public speaking, how Luke’s life and various advocacy projects have led him to become a speech giver, and what that offers him – both personally and professionally.   The pair also delve into his experience as a TEDx speaker, what he learned, and why – in the post-pandemic marketplace – bolstering communication skills across all mediums will be essential to optimal delivery of legal services to clients.

In the aftermath of personal trauma, Niti Nadarajah’s first response was to hide that trauma from the outside world and pretend that all was normal. She subsequently realised that there was “so much good” to be had from being open, honest and transparent. Content warning: This episode contains content that may be disturbing or distressing to some listeners. Listener discretion is advised. On this episode of The Corporate Counsel Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Philip Morris International head of legal for Australia and the Pacific Islands, Niti Nadarajah, to discuss her personal journey and what she has learned from deciding to be upfront about her life, what is happening and how she feels. The pair delve into Ms Nadarajah’s determination that good leadership starts with transparency and creating an environment whereby all employees feel comfortable bringing their full selves to the workplace and are supported no matter what. Such an approach, she opines, is even more essential in the post-pandemic new normal. Help is available via Lifeline on 13 11 14. Each law society and bar association also has further contacts available on their respective websites. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

In this special episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, brought to you in collaboration with principal partner Taylor Root, Lawyers Weekly speaks to finalists for the Construction and Infrastructure category at the 2021 30 Under 30 Awards. Host Jerome Doraisamy and Taylor Root partner Hayden Gordine are joined by KCL Law associate Dominic Brown and Squire Patton Boggs associate Nikita Malhotra to discuss why they’re both passionate about their practice area of law, the myriad issues and challenges that construction and infrastructure lawyers have faced in the age of coronavirus, and what has constituted best practice to better serve clients during a year of extraordinary turbulence and uncertainty. The quartet also discuss looming opportunities for lawyers in this space to succeed in a post-pandemic market, what the recruitment space could look like, and advice they would offer to aspiring construction and infrastructure lawyers looking to set themselves apart. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

Ten years ago, lawyer-turned-meditation instructor Kate Cliff was hit by a car, which up-ended her life. Looking back, she believes that turbulence and trauma can help legal professionals better navigate their day-to-day lives. On this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy welcomes back Kate Cliff to reflect on the lessons from her life-changing accident 10 years ago, how the trauma of that period changed her professional direction away from law and toward wellness, and what she is imparting upon lawyers moving forward from her own experiences. The pair also discuss the impacts of the age of coronavirus on lawyers, how such uncertainty can be a good thing for lawyers to be more in touch with their needs, and why it is easier than ever for lawyers to start meditating to improve their personal and professional existences. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

The past few years have seen a handful of key trends – accelerated by COVID-19 – that may mean that NewLaw is no longer an alternative methodology for legal practice. It may, ironically, no longer be new. On this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Ashurst Advance partner and COO Hilary Goodier to unpack three trends she has observed in recent years that present both challenges and opportunities for NewLaw practitioners to ensure their service offerings are commensurate to evolving client needs and expectations. Ms Goodier also discusses the place of Ashurst Advance (the NewLaw division of global firm Ashurst), how and why BigLaw firms are increasingly looking to NewLaw, and when we will reach the inflection point whereby NewLaw is favoured over traditional practice methods in private practice. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

In this special episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, produced in partnership with The College of Law, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Ann-Maree David to discuss the changing nature of mentoring since the onset of coronavirus, and why having good mentors is more urgent than ever before.   Ann-Maree David – the executive director of The College of Law in Queensland – notes that employers are looking for young lawyers with business acumen and diverse skills in their legal toolbelt. As young lawyers face an ever-broadening array of legal career options, seeking out mentors and further developing one’s network are going to be critical. The pair also talk about the benefits of reverse mentoring, why even senior professionals in law need mentors, and the value of having mentors from different backgrounds so as to learn from different perspectives.   This episode was produced in anticipation of the upcoming and inaugural Careers Expo & Emerging Leaders Summit – register now for this three-day virtual conference here. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

Diversification – by way of expansion – is one way that SME practices may look to succeed following the age of coronavirus. According to NSW-based firm Karim + Nicol (which now operates across the state), it is essential not only to understand and appreciate how best to expand, but also why a firm should do so. On this episode of The Boutique Lawyer Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by the three directors of Karim + Nicol – Nadia Karim, Michelle Karim and Carrie Nicol – to discuss the considerations implicit in deciding to open a new office for one’s boutique law firm, and grasping opportunities to do so when they arise. The trio also delve into the questions they asked of themselves and their firm when expanding into Northern NSW and offered advice for other boutique firm owners who might be contemplating similar expansion in a post-pandemic market. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

In this special episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, brought to you in collaboration with principal partner Taylor Root, Lawyers Weekly speaks to finalists for the Banking & Finance category at the 2021 30 Under 30 Awards. Host Jerome Doraisamy and Taylor Root partner Hayden Gordine are joined by Clifford Chance senior associate Victor Greenstreet and Allen & Overy lawyer Julia Burvill to discuss the myriad issues and challenges that banking and finance lawyers have faced in the age of coronavirus and the actions the pair have taken in the wake of the pandemic to successfully serve clients and stand out from their peers. The quartet also discuss looming opportunities for lawyers in this space to both assist clients and progress their careers, goals for the finalists moving into a post-pandemic market, and advice they would offer to aspiring banking and finance lawyers coming through the ranks. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!

For one budding young lawyer, breaking into the very tough-to-crack in-house sector as a university student was made possible through many volunteering experiences, which could set a path for new practitioners hoping to avoid the long route in.  In this episode of The Protégé Podcast, host Naomi Neilson is joined by fifth-year Macquarie University law and social science student Jessica Pereira to discuss her many volunteering wins, including being awarded the Outstanding Volunteer Award and the wealth of experience that led to her breaking into the in-house sector.  Following our recent episode with Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) board member Wayne Clarke on the difficulties that students and graduates have in moving straight into in-house roles, Jessica talks listeners through how she managed to skip over the years usually required in private practice before making it in.  “In hindsight, I struggled with getting a volunteer gig in-house with an in-house team, because it is so difficult to crack into that space and, at the time, I didn’t realise how lucky I was and how difficult it was, but places are definitely receptive to it,” she said.   Jessica lists the many benefits of breaking into this space as a young student, including internal networking with co-workers and the myriad of legal skills. She also has some great advice for other new lawyers on how to impress in-house recruiters.  We also talk about the Aurora Internship Program, the different volunteering experiences Jessica has had and what she has planned next.  If you have any questions about the episode or if there are any topics that you might want us to look into, please reach out – we would love to hear from you! We’re also always open to new guests so if you have an exciting story to tell, if you’re standing out as a student or graduate, or if you can offer some tips for our young lawyers, get in touch.  You can reach us here: Emails: [email protected] or [email protected]  Socials: Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter or reach out to me directly here.

Following one of the most-downloaded episodes of last year, Kernel Property returns to the show to discuss the state of affairs in commercial leasing for legal practices across the country. On this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Kernel Property directors Holly Bailey and Giles Knapman to discuss how law firms of all stripes have fared in the 12 months since the onset of coronavirus, the volume of commercial space that is currently available for lease across the country, and the types of agreements that firms are, or should be looking to, enter into. The trio also talk about the factors to consider in securing favourable terms for a lease in the looming new normal as well as flexible options to explore, issues surrounding the fit-out of offices against the backdrop of more scattered workforces, and predictions for commercial leasing in the future. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!