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The University of Law Podcast The University of Law
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Welcome to The University of Law podcast channel. We will be speaking with a variety of experts in their field of work, discussing our courses and more. We will discuss new courses, the importance of self-care, true crime, psychology and more. We will be joined by successful alumni and lecturers bringing years of knowledge and experience. Follow us to get notified when a new episode is live.
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Set for Success: with Trevor Sterling
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 division. Trevor discusses his journey to law and becoming the first black Senior Partner at a top 100 law firm; the challenges he's faced and why doing a daily Rubik's cube is an essential everyday activity for him.
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The 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 includes interviews with several former Lord Chief Justices and presidents of the Supreme Court. Featuring:Dame Elizabeth Gloster Lord Grabiner, KC The Rt Hon. The Lord Neuberger of Abbotsbury Lord Falconer of ThorotonThe interview is conducted by Frances Gibb, journalist and former legal editor of The Times, as part of ...
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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 studying and looking after her children, and what inspired her to go back into education to become a lawyer.
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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 Cancer Research UK. Alex discusses navigating charity legal work, her journey into her current role and what she has learnt through the process.
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The Judges: Power, Politics and the People - 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 as Lord Chief Justice, he had become a leading figure in the House of Lords. Highly influential and respected as a legislator, he was a strong defender of the rule of law and independence of the judiciary. The interview is conducted by Frances Gibb, journalist and former legal editor of The Times, for a landmark podcast series,...
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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 University, and why making time for hobbies outside of your studies is so important.