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Podcasts from HCRFamily | Family Matters | S1 E2 | Family court storiesIn this episode of Family Matters, host Christopher Finch is joined by Partner and Co-head of Family Worcester Anita Hennessey and Consultant Andrew Caldicott to discuss how the family court has changed over time and what those changes mean for families and legal professionals today.They explore the wide range of issues that come before the family courts, including divorce, financial disputes, child arrangements, domestic abuse, and child protection. The discussion highlights how societal changes, like the rise in cohabiting couples and blended families, have influenced the types of cases the courts handle.The team...2025-07-1740 min
Podcasts from HCRAgriculture | Talk Farm | S1 E8 | Mental health in farming: how did we get here?Mental health in farming has always been a problem, but it’s only in recent years that this has become prominent in the national conversation.Only 55% of farmers feel positive about their mental health, according to a survey conducted by Farmers Weekly.95% of UK farmers under the age of 40 rank poor mental health as one of the biggest hidden problems facing farmers today, according to a 2024 study by the Farm Safety Foundation.According to the Office for National Statistics, 62 farmers died by suicide in England and Wales in 2023.For the final episode in series one of Talk Fa...2025-06-2525 min
Podcasts from HCRFamily | Family Matters | S1 E1 | Rethinking financial remedy reform In this episode of Family Matters, host Christopher Finch is joined by James Grigg, Head of Family at HCR Law, to talk about how finances are handled during divorce. They explain why getting divorced doesn’t automatically deal with money matters and how the courts step in to divide assets and support families. James offers insight into how the law shapes these decisions and why no two cases are ever quite the same. They also explore how the legal approach has evolved to better reflect modern families, especially where children are involved. In a fast-changing wo...2025-06-1229 min
Elevating EnterpriseBuilding Equity: HR & Housing with Maurice Barrett, SHRM (NYS HCR)Ep. 6 In a time when diversity programs are under fire and economic equity feels out of reach, Maurice Barrett is doing the work where it matters most — in housing policy and human resources.
Named the Top Diversity Officer in America (2025), Maurice is the Chief Diversity Officer at New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR).
In this episode, he shares how inclusive hiring practices, strategic HR systems, and equitable housing developments are powerful drivers of business growth across New York.
Whether you're a small business owner, MWBE, or veteran entrepreneur trying to get ce...2025-05-2238 min
Podcasts from HCRAgriculture | Talk Farm | S1 E7 | No U-turn on IHT – what next for farming families? We launched our agricultural law podcast, Talk Farm, with a special episode following the October 2024 Budget and the news that Agricultural Property Relief and Business Property Relief would be significantly diminished.Seven months on, the government’s technical consultation into their proposed Inheritance Tax (“IHT”) has drawn to a close and there’s no U-turn in sight.HCR Law submitted a response to the technical consultation into how trusts will be impacted by the developments and has spoken directly with HMRC about the proposed changes.In this episode of Talk Farm, Partner and host Jam...2025-05-2215 min
Podcasts from HCRAgriculture | Talk Farm | S1 E6 | Beyond our shores with the Royal Agricultural Society of the CommonwealthIn this special episode of Talk Farm, HCR Law joins forces with the Royal Agricultural Society of the Commonwealth (“RASC”) to share perspectives on all things agriculture from beyond our shores.We are joined by Chris Riddle, a Trustee of the RASC and former CEO of the Royal Cornwall Agricultural Association. The RASC host a biannual conference with speakers from across the commonwealth – last year it was held in Edinburgh, and next year it will take place in Cape Town.Chris introduced us to Jessica and Ella Underberg, who join us for this episode.Jess...2025-04-2228 min
Podcasts from HCRAgriculture | Talk Farm | S1 E5 | Richard Crane, Master of the Worshipful Company of FarmersIn this episode of Talk Farm, Partner James Frankland talks to Richard Crane, current Master of the Worshipful Company of Farmers.Agriculture is often said to be England’s oldest and most integral industry, and The Worshipful Company of Farmers is the livery that protects that legacy and guarantees its future.Education and charity work are the lifeblood of the livery movement, with far-reaching impacts across the nation. Richard shares his journey from attending the Company’s first ever leadership course in 1996 to being Master of the organisation today, and why he felt compelled to give...2025-03-1731 min
Podcasts from HCRPublic procurement | Special episode | Will the Procurement Act 2023 spark evolution or revolution?In this HCR Law podcast, specialists from our Dispute Resolution team come together to discuss the new Procurement Act and the impact we can expect to see on public sector procurement over the next year.The episode is hosted by Senior Associate Madeleine Jordan, with expert insights from Stewart Morrison, Head of Procurement and Supply Chain, and Associate Emma Elston-Carr.Our litigation team have reviewed the new legislation with a forensic eye so you don't have to, distilling the key points and providing practical guidance for suppliers and contracting authorities.If you have...2025-03-0323 min
Podcasts from HCRAgriculture | Talk Farm | S1 E4 | Your 2025 agriculture forecast There can be little doubt that 2025 will be a time of transformative change for farmers and rural business owners, as the legislation proposed in the Autumn budget is formalised in the courts.In this episode of Talk Farm, hosts James Frankland and Rory Hutchings sit down with Denise Wilkinson, Head of Agriculture and Estates at HCR Law, for an in-depth discussion of what the year ahead holds for the agricultural sector.Our expert team share their perspective and guidance on:Agricultural Property Relief and Business Property Relief: How upcoming changes to inheritance tax...2025-02-1231 min
Podcasts from HCRTechnology | Created IP | S1 E1 | Who owns it? In the first episode of Created IP, we dive deep into the world of intellectual property (IP) rights and explore the question of ownership.We cover the different types of intellectual property, the importance of contracts, and practical tips for protecting your creative and business assets.Key Topics Covered:What is Intellectual Property (IP)?Who Owns Intellectual Property?Common Ownership ScenariosWhy Ownership MattersConnect With Us:Website: https://www.hcrlaw.com/service-team/commercial/intellectual-property-protection/Social media: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hcrlaw/If you enjoyed this episode, share it with your...2025-01-3018 min
Podcasts from HCR Agriculture | Talk Farm | S1 E3 | Brexit, Defra and Trump’s tariffs: The factors reshaping UK agriculture It’s safe to say it’s been an eventful few months for UK farmers and agricultural professionals, with developments both at home and abroad posing a new set of challenges and opportunities. In this episode of Talk Farm, Host James Frankland welcomes Ed Barker, Head of Policy and External Affairs at the Institute of Agricultural Industries Confederation, as his guest. Ed’s role at the AIC is focused around six key sectors: • Policy – mostly external and environmental • Animal Feed • Combinable Crops • Crop Protection and Agronomy • Fertiliser • Seed 2025-01-1437 min
Podcasts from HCRAgriculture | Talk Farm | S1 E2 | How agricultural shows sustain rural life The Royal Welsh show has been held in its namesake country since 1904 and is today one of the largest shows in Europe. There's no one better placed, then, to talk about the role of agricultural shows in sustaining rural life than Aled Jones, Chief Executive of the Royal Welsh Agricultural Society. Aled was also on the board of the Royal Agricultural Society of the Commonwealth and has previously served as Chief Operating Officer for The Central Association of Agricultural Valuers. Partner and Co-host of Talk Farm, Rory Hutchings, has known Aled for a...2024-12-0918 min
HealthCeteraHCR Home Care
HCR Home Care provides much needed home care services for people in a number of counties in upstate NY, ranging from the Rochester area and now, to Delaware and Otsego Counties. Adrianne Mann, RN, BSN, MSHA, is the Chief Nursing Officer for the agency and talked with HealthCetera producer and host, Diana J. Mason, PhD, RN, FAAN, about home care in the state and region. This program first aired on WIOX Radio on November 13, 2024.
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2024-11-2216 min
Podcasts from HCRAgriculture | Talk Farm | S1 E1 | What does the budget mean for you?It will soon be one month since Labour released their new budget, which confirmed the fears of the rural community in reducing Agricultural Property Relief and Business Property Relief, amongst other changes that will squeeze farmers and other agricultural professionals.The first episode of Talk Farm is dedicated to helping you understand these changes and mitigate negative impacts on your livelihood. James Frankland, Co-Host and Partner in our Agriculture and Estates team, is joined by Lisa Millington, Partner in Private Client.Topics include:Implications for succession planning: What are your options?What the £1m c...2024-11-1819 min
geneveMonde.chJean-Pierre Hocké, ancien dirigeant du CICR et du HCR, à la RTSJean-Pierre Hocké, ancien haut-commissaire des Nations Unies pour les réfugiés, avait également été directeur des opérations du Comité International de la Croix-Rouge (CICR). Après son service au CICR, où il avait été directeur des opérations, il rejoignit le Haut-Commissariat des Nations Unies pour les Réfugiés (HCR), qu'il dirigea de 1985 à 1989.Son mandat à l'ONU fut marqué par la crise des réfugiés en Indochine, un contexte rappelé par le HCR sur son site. Bien que son mandat aurait dû se terminer le 31 décembre 1991, Hocké démissionna en raison d'accusations anonymes de malversations...2024-07-2331 min
SloppyMechanicsSloppy Radio Show Episode 50 - Devin Vanderhoof (HCR INNOVATIONS)Sloppy Radio Show Episode 50 - Devin Vanderhoof (HCR INNOVATIONS)2024-06-144h 20
ISBA BURSARCASTFRIDAY FOCUS // TPS Consultations and Industrial Action; the essentials with Oliver Daniels (HCR) and Rob Pizii (7th June 2024)Join us in the studio for a Friday Focus with Oliver Daniels (HCR) and Rob Pizii, ISBA Head of Advice and Guidance. In today's episode, we review two new documents found in the reference library, one on Collective Consultations for TPS withdrawal and another on Industrial Action. Oliver joins us to discuss the context behind the documents and how they should be implemented. At the same time, Rob offers more direct areas of enquiry about some real-world scenarios Bursars often face around these topics. All documents discussed can be found in the ISBA Reference Library.2024-06-0722 min