Fishers on the Case

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Fishers on the Case is the official podcast from Fishers Solicitors, hosted by Amanda Payne. Each episode features honest and engaging conversations with business owners, industry experts and members of the Fishers team. Amanda explores the stories behind local businesses, the challenges people face in their careers and the legal issues that shape everyday life. From property and family matters to commercial law and personal experiences, the podcast gives listeners real insights from the people who live and work in our community. Whether you want practical advice, a closer look at how the law affects you or simply a good conversation with interesting guests, Fishers on the Case brings clarity, personality and down-to-earth perspectives to topics that matter.

  1. Jul 24

    "Packing Rebekah Vardy's Kitchen, Cowboys, and Top Tips for Moving House - Fishers on the Case - EP 18 Lee Robinson"

    In this episode of Fishers on the Case, Amanda Payne is joined by Lee Robinson from Leicester Movers and Storers. Lee shares how he went from playing professional rugby for Bristol, Leicester Tigers, Wasps and in Italy, to building a removals and storage business from one van into a growing local company. Amanda and Lee discuss moving house, choosing the right removal firm, late key release, storage, common moving day problems, and why the property process can take so long. Lee also shares a brilliant story about packing Rebekah Vardy’s kitchen, accidentally boxing up Range Rover keys, and dealing with the unexpected chaos of moving day. Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:56 Lee’s rugby background 02:55 From rugby to removals 03:13 Starting LMS with one van 05:51 The biggest challenges in removals 06:52 When to book a removal company 08:18 Exchange, completion and late keys 11:21 Preparing for moving day 13:50 Rebekah Vardy’s kitchen story 16:21 Top tips for moving house 22:03 Amanda on the housing market and conveyancing delays For more conversations with local business owners, legal professionals and industry experts, subscribe to Fishers on the Case.

    "Packing Rebekah Vardy's Kitchen, Cowboys, and Top Tips for Moving House - Fishers on the Case - EP 18 Lee Robinson"

  2. Jul 10

    Why Early Advice is Key to Your Property Sale - Fishers on the Case - EP 17 Tom Blake

    In this episode of Fishers on the Case, host Amanda Payne welcomes Tom Blake, a Partner at Fisher German with over 23 years of experience in property agency and advisory services. Tom shares his journey from a childhood fascination with building and architecture to managing regional teams across the Midlands. The discussion focuses on the shifting landscape of the property market, the rise of rural diversification—including solar energy and holiday lets—and a critical warning for anyone entering a property transaction. With a national sale fall-through rate of approximately 30%, Tom highlights why "day one" due diligence and early legal instruction are the most effective tools for ensuring a successful move. Episode Timestamps 01:00:23 – Introduction: Amanda introduces Tom Blake and his role at Fisher German. 01:01:05 – Early Ambitions: Tom reflects on his childhood interest in architecture and construction. 01:02:45 – Career Evolution: A look at Tom’s 23-year career path and his focus on prime regional property. 01:05:12 – The Rural Shift: How traditional estates are diversifying into renewable energy and farm shops. 01:08:30 – The Challenges of Development: Why modern barn conversions and single-plot developments have become commercially difficult post-COVID. 01:12:15 – Relationship-Driven Industry: Why AI cannot replace the human element of trust and relationship-building in property and law. 01:15:40 – Critical Advice for Sellers: Tom explains the 30% national fall-through rate and why you must engage a solicitor on "day one." 01:19:10 – Regional Market Nuances: Managing property teams across the Midlands and the importance of local expertise

    Why Early Advice is Key to Your Property Sale - Fishers on the Case - EP 17 Tom Blake

  3. Jun 26

    Ashby Connect, AI and Protecting your Data Fishers on the Case - EP 16 Tom Parkman

    In this episode of Fishers on the Case, host Amanda Payne sits down with Tom Parkman from MT Services to discuss the critical intersection of IT, cybersecurity, and modern business. With over 13 years at MT Services, Tom provides a deep dive into how Managed Service Providers (MSPs) protect small to medium businesses and how tools like AI are reshaping the technical landscape. 00:00 – The Impact of Ashby Connect: Reflections on two years of local networking and fostering business growth in Ashby. 00:41 – Welcome Tom Parkman: An introduction to Tom and the technical support mission of MT Services. 01:09 – Career Beginnings & Ambition: Tom discusses his early motivations and the drive to enter the workforce for independence. 02:48 – Growing Up in IT: From learning networking commands at age 10 to finding a natural flair for tech. 03:59 – Life Outside the Office: Moving past the "IT stereotype" and Tom’s history with gaming. 04:42 – Specializing in Infrastructure: A breakdown of Tom’s role as a generalist and his focus on new business strategies. 05:43 – AI as a Fact-Checking Tool: How Tom utilizes AI to filter noise and cross-reference complex technical data. 07:07 – Protecting Your Company Data: A vital warning on the dangers of putting sensitive info into public AI tools. 07:38 – The Role of an MSP: Defining Managed Service Providers and the shift from "break-fix" to proactive management. 08:52 – Cyber Security Foundations: Why firewalls and security certifications like Cyber Essentials are non-negotiable. 11:15 – The Digital Conveyancing Shift: Discussing the certification standards companies are working toward today. 15:30 – Technology vs. Transaction Speed: Exploring why transactions often take longer now despite advanced IT tools. 22:15 – Future-Proofing Your Business: Tom’s final advice on staying at the cutting edge of infrastructure and security. 28:45 – Closing Thoughts: Final insights from Amanda and Tom on the future of the Ashby business community.

    Ashby Connect, AI and Protecting your Data Fishers on the Case - EP 16 Tom Parkman

  4. Jun 12

    Why You Shouldn't Sell Your House "Looking Like That" - Fishers on the Case - EP 15 Elaine Penhaul

    Welcome to another episode of Fishers on the Case, the podcast where we dive into the lives and careers of business owners and industry experts. In this episode, host Amanda Payne, CEO of Fishers Solicitors, sits down with Elaine Penhaul, the founder of Lemon and Lime Interiors. Elaine shares her fascinating journey from a background in mathematics and actuarial science to becoming a leader in the UK home staging industry. She explains how a "sleeping beauty" house and a direct conversation with a friend led to a sale £60,000 over the guide price—and sparked the beginning of her staging empire. In this episode, we explore: The "Accidental" Business: How Elaine transitioned from managing rental properties during the 2008 crash to professional property presentation. Systemizing Success: Why a mathematician's hatred for paper led to a highly scalable, franchise-ready business model. The Science of Sale: Achieving faster sales and guide price results through "desirable interiors". The Portfolio Career: Elaine’s experience running a Greek sailing school and how every past role shaped her current success. Whether you are a property professional, a homeowner preparing for a sale, or an entrepreneur interested in scaling a niche business, Elaine's insights on "professional property presentation" are not to be missed. 01:00:25 - Introduction to Elaine Penhaul and Lemon and Lime Interiors 01:01:45 - The 2008 Crash: Learning to eliminate void periods 01:02:38 - The "Sleeping Beauty" House: A £60,000 turning point 01:03:56 - Defining Home Staging vs. Property Presentation 01:05:00 - Scaling & Systemization: The mathematician’s approach 01:06:01 - Why the US staging model doesn't fit the UK 01:07:00 - The Journey to Franchising: From lockdown to national growth 01:09:00 - Managing 13,000 pieces of furniture and sustainability 01:10:00 - Case Study: The "Sad House" and pest control 01:12:00 - Working with family and balancing four children 01:13:30 - Career History: From Actuarial Science to sailing schools 01:16:00 - The "Divorce Save": When staging makes you fall back in love with your home 01:17:00 - Final Tip: Getting your house ready for sale

    Why You Shouldn't Sell Your House "Looking Like That" - Fishers on the Case - EP 15 Elaine Penhaul

  5. May 29

    Why Being a Lawyer Was the Perfect Foundation for My Writing Business - Fishers on the Case - EP 14 Kirsty France

    What happens when you trade the courtroom for the copy desk? In this episode of Fishers on the Case, CEO Amanda Payne sits down with Kirsty France, founder of Kirsty France Writes, to explore her fascinating transition from a 10-year career as a solicitor to becoming a professional copywriter and fiction author. Kirsty reveals how her legal background specifically her time in personal injury and defendant litigation gave her a unique "Guide" authority, allowing her to translate complex technical jargon into compelling stories for businesses. We dive into the importance of networking, overcoming writer's block by "writing nonsense," and the mindset shift required to move from professional services to creative entrepreneurship.

    Why Being a Lawyer Was the Perfect Foundation for My Writing Business - Fishers on the Case - EP 14 Kirsty France

  6. May 15

    How Local Businesses Grow in Ashby - Fishers on the Case - EP 13 Jack McPhillips

    In this episode of Fishers on the Case, Amanda Payne sits down with Jack McBillips from Digital Office to talk about local business, family-run companies, and how Ashby has changed over the years. Jack shares his journey from studying business and marketing to joining the family business, starting from the ground up, and helping Digital Office grow into a modern provider of print, IT, cloud and telecoms solutions. Amanda and Jack also discuss the growth of Ashby, the importance of face-to-face relationships, working in a family business, and why local businesses continue to play such an important role in the community.

    How Local Businesses Grow in Ashby - Fishers on the Case - EP 13 Jack McPhillips

  7. May 1

    Why Does It Take So Long to Buy and Sell a House? - Fishers on the Case - EP 12 Martyn Baum

    In this episode of Fishers on the Case, host Amanda Payne is joined by Martyn Baum, estate agent and long-standing friend of Fishers, to discuss the realities of buying and selling property. Martyn shares how he fell into estate agency through work experience, his journey from trainee estate agent to running his own business, and why property is ultimately about people, relationships and trust. Amanda and Martyn also explore why property transactions now take much longer than they used to, what causes delays in conveyancing, why communication between estate agents and solicitors matters, and what could be done to improve the process for buyers and sellers.

    Why Does It Take So Long to Buy and Sell a House? - Fishers on the Case - EP 12 Martyn Baum

  8. Apr 17

    What Is It Like to be a sole trader? – Fishers on the Case – EP 11

    In this episode of Fishers on the Case, host Amanda Payne is joined by Sophie Allen from Serrano Media to discuss what it is really like setting up and running a small business as a sole trader. Sophie shares her journey from working in retail to building a career in graphic design, gaining hands-on experience in print and marketing before launching her own business. They discuss the realities of being a sole trader, including wearing multiple hats, managing finances and learning new skills along the way. The conversation also explores the power of networking, building meaningful relationships through events like Ashby Connect, and how strong client relationships define success.

    What Is It Like to be a sole trader? – Fishers on the Case – EP 11
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Fishers on the Case is the official podcast from Fishers Solicitors, hosted by Amanda Payne. Each episode features honest and engaging conversations with business owners, industry experts and members of the Fishers team. Amanda explores the stories behind local businesses, the challenges people face in their careers and the legal issues that shape everyday life. From property and family matters to commercial law and personal experiences, the podcast gives listeners real insights from the people who live and work in our community. Whether you want practical advice, a closer look at how the law affects you or simply a good conversation with interesting guests, Fishers on the Case brings clarity, personality and down-to-earth perspectives to topics that matter.

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  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
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