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Reimagine Law“Climate Justice”: what can lawyers do?In this special episode we are joined by Dr Angela Sherwood and Monika Sobiecki to talk about the role lawyers can play in achieving “Climate Justice”. We talk about what “Climate Justice” means, how both guests became so committed to working in this area, and the urgent need for all lawyers to consider the environmental impact of their work. Also, we discuss Angela’s new (and unique) undergraduate law degree programme at QMUL, “Law and Climate Justice”. Monika and Angela talk about their respective pathways to the world of law and “Climate Justice”. Angela speaks about her role at the...2024-12-1836 min

Thinking In BetweenLiberation Pedagogy, Epistemic Humility, and Flourishing (Louise Younie)This month, Professor Louise Younie from the Institute of Health Sciences Education at QMUL shares three ideas that have shaped her journey as an academic, a general practitioner, a person living through cancer diagnosis and treatment, and a creative teacher. Louise's work focuses on using creative enquiry to explore professional identity formation, human flourishing, and humanising medicine. 1) Pedagogy of the Oppressed by Paolo Freire. Seabury Press, 1970 2) Epistemic Injustice: Power and the Ethics of Knowing by Miranda Fricker. Oxford University Press, 2007 3) Flourishing Spaces website - https://www.creativeenquiry.co.uk/2024-12-1200 min

Reimagine Law“Law in Practice”: the benefits of degrees with work placements In this special episode we are joined by two final year QMUL Law students, Simran Patel and William Green, who took up the option of embedding a year of paid work experience into their law studies. We talk about how the opportunity to apply one’s academic learning in the workplace is powerful, the skills they built, the different private practice and in-house work environments, and the career insights which a work placement offers to guide your development. For the in-house environment, Williams speaks about how working in the Corporate and Legal Operations teams at CHANEL led to f...2024-12-0436 min

Reimagine LawHow to fund legal education?It is no secret that studying Law can be expensive. This episode explores all the ways that you can look for support and assistance to help pay for your studies. Hilary Chadwick and Vicky Walden from BPP take an in-depth look at the options available for undergraduate Law courses, apprenticeships and post graduate studies. They share their tips and tricks and outline the breadth of funding available for both the barristers and solicitors arms of the profession. We always encourage listeners to undertake practical actions after listening to the episode. - ...2022-09-2813 min

Reimagine LawProfessional Legal Ethics Unpacked!Our guests this week are Mary Westcott, an extradition Barrister at Doughty Street Chambers, Rosemary Rollason a Solicitor who specialises in regulatory law (including the regulation of barristers and solicitors) and Lisa McClory an independent consultant who set up Fractal Knowledge advising businesses on ethics. This panel discussion considers what we mean by legal ethics and why it is important for lawyers in practice. Our guests discuss ethics in the general sense, and whether lawyers have a duty to be ‘ethical’? The specific rules which govern the behaviour of barristers and solicitors are considered and illuminated with specifi...2022-07-1334 min

Reimagine LawDiversity and Inclusion in the Solicitors ProfessionToday we are talking about diversity and inclusion within the Solicitors Profession. This episode considers the progress in the profession to date and the vital need to keep momentum going to drive further change. This week our guest is Chris White from Aspiring Solicitors who talks frankly about the work still to do and the importance of data to progress diversity initiatives. One of the values of Aspiring Solicitors is “be impatient for change” and Chris discusses the importance of sharing your data to help progress that change. The team discuss; the importance of long term change and prog...2022-06-2927 min

Reimagine LawClimate and Biodiversity Risk LawHow is law and regulation being used to support the world’s attempt to slow climate change and achieve environmental sustainability? In this episode Zaneta Sedilekova, Associate in Climate Risk at global law firm Clyde & Co, and Biodiversity Risk Consultant at the Commonwealth Climate and Law Initiative explains to listeners how current climate issues are being implemented into international legal frameworks – the challenges which legislators face, and progress that has been made. We discuss how these issues translate into the daily work of lawyers and how legal teams are being created to advise organisations on issues...2022-06-2233 min

Reimagine LawA Look at Pro BonoThe ReImagine Law team are joined by Jane Cotton (Pro Bono Manager at Eversheds Sutherland) and Rebecca Wilkinson (CEO of LawWorks) to join in the discussion and unpack all things pro bono.This episode gives listeners an in-depth look at the definition of pro bono and some practical examples of how it works in practice. Current issues in the pro bono sector are discussed, as well as ways that listeners can get involved.We always encourage listeners to undertake practical actions after listening to the episode.Have a look at what is happening during N...2022-06-0827 min

Reimagine LawIntuitive Career Decision-MakingHow should we approach making career decisions? What should be the balance of logical analysis versus our “intuition”, and how can one guide the other? Also, are there lessons from how we make decisions in other contexts which we can apply to our career planning? In this episode, Roger Parker, former EMEA Managing Partner at global law firm Reed Smith, adviser to leaders and mentor to those beginning their careers at Resurgo, shares tips and advice on how we can approach career decision-making. Roger reflects also on how he needed to make decisions in his senior management roles a...2022-06-0137 min

Reimagine LawFrom solicitor, to consultant in data, AI and ethicsIn this episode we speak with Lisa McClory, who talks about how she developed her career from practising as a solicitor in large firms to running her own consultancy advising businesses on Knowledge Management, data, AI and ethics. Lisa reflects on her career path choices and what she particularly enjoyed about the different phases of her early career as a solicitor: ranging from working at major City firms on institutional clients to a subsequent phase when she specialised in clients in the charities sector. In addition, Lisa explains how her interest dev...2022-05-0430 min

Reimagine LawEverything you need to know about legal apprenticeshipsApprenticeships are a paid job and a programme of study funded by your employer. Within Law firms, Public Sector and In House, there are apprenticeships be to become a Solicitor or Paralegal, and there is a growing volume of Digital, Finance, Business Admin, HR, Project Management opportunities too In this bumper episode we hear from some of the experts at BPP, on the hugely important topic of Apprenticeships:How your apprentice qualification can take you right up to graduate and even post-graduate level, with no tuition fee debt!Whether you come v...2022-04-2741 min

Reimagine LawSkill-kit revisit - part 3As a final revisiting of our “Skill-Kit” episode for listeners, we think about the related areas of communication and project management. What does “good” look like when we are managing a project in terms of our communication? What choices of communication do we need to consider in general? And how have things changed as we emerge from the pandemic into a world of hybrid working, where communication options become potentially more complicated? Again, all three episodes will offer our ideas, perspectives, and some practical approaches to try!CommunicationTwo ears and one mouth! Use them in that orde...2022-04-2021 min

Reimagine LawSkill-kit revisit - part 2 CollaborationWe are all told to collaborate and be good at team work, but what does it actually mean? To launch our mini-series looking at different skills, Nigel and Simon from the ReImagine Law team discuss the practical realities of collaboration. This episode discusses how to develop your creative mind-set in ways you might not have considered. Nigel and Kerry discuss the fact that creativity includes; having an open mind, experimenting and thinking ‘what if we did X’. They give practical ways to increase creativity as you work towards a wider goal. See how far you can...2022-04-1326 min

Reimagine LawSkill-kit revisit - part 1Resilience and agilityWe often talk about the importance of resilience, but what does it actually mean in the workplace and how can you build this key attribute?Nigel, Simon and Fran from the ReImagine Law team discuss the interconnectedness of resilience and agility, as well as giving some key tips to listeners to help them develop these skills. Most of us learn most from when we fail at something, so one key to building resilience is to try something different where you’ll find it a stretch. Keep a curious, mind...2022-04-0641 min

Reimagine LawEarly career experiences in legal innovationIn this episode we speak with Lucy Dillon, senior Legal Knowledge and Innovation Consultant, and Michaela Hanzelova, trainee solicitor at Reed Smith who has worked on a number of projects in the firm’s “Innovation Hub”. Lucy speaks about how innovation in the delivery of legal service needs to be a key focus for law firms now, and also talks about the positive impact this can have in terms of a firm’s relationships with its clients. In addition, Michaela talks about her early experiences working with the Reed Smith Innovation Engagement...2022-03-3029 min

Reimagine LawFrom Whitehall lawyer to freelance legal consultantIn this episode we speak with Deborah Lawunmi about the different elements of her career path. We discuss how Deborah first became interested in law, in particular her interest in civil liberties and Human Rights. Deborah explains how her career developed, her specialisation in employment law, and the roles she held working across different Whitehall departments in the Government Legal Service, before moving to an advisory role in the Office of Fair Trading, advising businesses on regulatory compliance issues. Deborah’s interest in driving greater inclusion in the legal sector, particularly in el...2022-03-1627 min

Reimagine LawCorporate social responsibility part 2: how it works in practice.Our guests this week are Carole Mehigan the Responsible Business Manager at Reed Smith and Robert Barnard-Weston the ‘grandfather’ of sustainability who is also the Co-Founder of Transform ESG and a Member of the Board of Directors at the Association of Sustainability Practitioners. We learn about the importance of both the ‘environmental’ and ‘social’ aspect of governance, and discuss how caring about issues outside of the firm can increase productivity and profitability. Carole also gives listeners an insight into why Reed Smith has chosen to adopt the term ‘Responsible Business’. Listen in to get advice on how to get more...2022-03-0924 min

Reimagine LawBuilding resilience and avoiding burn out.In this episode Dr Mike Drayton looks at the area of “burn-out” and the risk to the mental health of those working in high-pressure industries such as the legal sector. Mike begins to defining what “burn-out” is, and what the impact can be, both on individuals and their organisations. How does one notice it, and when it is most likely to impact us? Mike then goes on to discuss some strategies which individuals can employ to mitigate the risk of feeling “burn-out”, and also talks about the team environment which leaders of organisations need to create to minim...2022-03-0225 min

Reimagine LawInnovation in the legal sectorIn this episode, the ReImagineLaw team are joined by Cathy Goodman, Lead Practice Innovation and Knowledge Counsel, Paul Hastings LLP. Cathy speaks about her own career pathway from qualifying as a solicitor to teaching law, and then developing expertise in the new technologies which law firms are adopting to deliver service to clients in a more efficient and effective way. Cathy explains why law firms are increasingly looking to experiment with new technologies in their service delivery and gives some examples of how new tools are helpful in the types of legal work carried out by different d...2022-02-2327 min

Reimagine LawA look at legal aidLegal aid is the mechanism whereby public funds pay for a client to be represented by a lawyer. Cuts have been in place or decades and the areas of law covered by legal aid have changed. This episode welcomes legal aid solicitors; Harun Matin (National Legal Services) and Vivien Cochrane (Sherman Bowen) who discuss some issues from all sides. They talk eligibility for legal aid, the impact it has on legal practice and why it is vital for all those working in the legal sector to care about. A must listen episode for all aspiring lawyers!...2022-02-0230 min

Reimagine LawOne thing for 2022...From lost work bags, to news echo chambers! In this episode Nigel, Kerry and Fran discuss what one top tip they each have to aspiring lawyers as we head into 2022. 2022-01-2618 min

Reimagine LawSolicitors Qualifying Exam Part 2: Qualifying Work Experience.There are four parts to the new Solicitors Qualifying Examination, the SQE1 and SQE2 assessments, satisfying the character and suitability requirement and gaining 2 years’ worth of Qualifying Work Experience (QWE). In this episode the team are joined by Lucy Blackburn (University of Central Lancaster) and Lisa Slater (A-maze Consulting) to discuss what this means in practice. This episode will look at what qualifying work experience is, as well as a closer look at how and when it can be accumulated. We always encourage listeners to undertake practical actions after listening to the episode. - Review your lates...2021-12-1528 min

Reimagine LawSolicitors Qualifying Exam Part 1: What is it?In this episode, ReImagineLaw’s Nigel Spencer is joined by special guests Liz Ritter and Lisa Slater to discuss the change in how you qualify as a solicitor in England and Wales, the move to the new “Solicitor’s Qualifying Examination” of “SQE”. Liz and Lisa looks at a number of areas to de-mystify the new examination:· What is the SQE, and why is the profession’s regulator, the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) making the change?· What do the two parts to the new SQE examination, “SQE1” and “SQE2” include? · What will you need to kn...2021-12-0929 min

Reimagine LawThe Rule of Law and its impactThe Rule of Law covers four key principles; accountability, just law, open government, and accessible and impartial justice. In this episode Nigel and Fran are joined by lawyer James Harper from Lexis Nexis who is an expert in this area to discuss how we can see the Rule of Law all around us. The team challenge James to link news stories of the day to the principle and discuss how it links to economics and business development.We always encourage listeners to undertake practical actions after listening to the episode. - Look at a reputable new we...2021-12-0128 min

Reimagine LawA spotlight on Simon ReichwaldThis special episode shines a light on co-host Simon Reichwald. Simon started his career in a start-up organisation, supporting graduates to both secure a role in sales and develop skills to succeed. Building on this experience, he went on to be involved in several other start up businesses, all focussed around his passion for supporting young people to take ownership of developing their employability skills and find the right role & career for them. Simon tells us about his mission to give under-represented talent the access to networks they wouldn’t ordinarily have to either get a great job o...2021-11-2423 min

Reimagine LawCorporate social responsibility part 1: what it is?This week ReImagineLaw’s Nigel Spencer and Kaylee Campbell are joined by special guest Sadhvi Dar who shines a light on the complex area of CSR. Sadhvi defines the tensions present between the state, business and society, and provides a brief overview of the development of this area of activity. We discuss also how CSR has come to be not only a board-level agenda issue, but one which businesses (especially law firms) use to seek competitive advantage. In their application processes, law firms now ask applicants questions about their thoughts on the CSR strategies that the firm adopts! Sadhvi als...2021-11-1727 min

Reimagine LawA spotlight on Fran RidoutContinuing our series about each of our four co-hosts, this episode takes a look at Fran’s career to date. Fran was a Middle Temple scholarship student and then undertook pupillage and tenancy at the criminal bar. She talks about the realities of how she got to the independent criminal bar, her shift in career eight years later, and what it all taught her along the way. Fran moved roles to work in at Queen Mary University of London in their student law clinic - the Queen Mary Legal Advice Centre. Listen in to see what all this ta...2021-11-1025 min

Reimagine LawAccess to Justice and the London Legal WalkThis special one-off edition is a roving recording from the London Legal Walk 2021 where Fran and Sassy talk to walkers about what access to justice really means. The London Legal Walk is a huge annual event in the Legal calendar, where the whole legal community come together to walk 10km and raise vital funds for the London Legal Support Trust. They in turn fund front line legal services. Between drinks, chips and photos with hedge people, Fran and Sassy head to the start line and talk to a fascinating range of walkers about why access to...2021-11-0344 min

Reimagine LawClimate Migration and DisplacementImmigration law is wide and varied but there is a particularly important and urgent legal issues to be discussed: climate migration / displacement. This episode looks at what we mean by climate migration, why it is an imminent threat, and how it links to matters of social justice. The ReImagine Law team are joined by Maria Patsalos and Becca Hird from Mishcon de Reya who talk about their work on the Mishcon Climate Migration Project and how listeners can help put this important issue on the political agenda despite it not being on the COP26 agenda. Thi...2021-10-2715 min

Reimagine LawA spotlight on Nigel SpencerIn this episode we continue the theme of our ReImagine Law team speaking about the learning from their own careers, and Simon Reichwald interviews Nigel Spencer about his career pathway. Nigel speaks about a range of themes from his career which has ranged from Classical Archaeology, to PwC and leadership development in the legal sector! In the interview, Nigel and Simon explore the impact that individuals can have in helping to shape our lives, be that an inspiring teacher, or a great mentor at a time of need. Nigel speaks about how he learnt the imp...2021-10-2026 min

Reimagine LawA spotlight on Kerry JarredThis special episode shines a light on co-host Kerry Jarred. How has she come to own three businesses and what has she learnt along the way. Kerry started out as an accountant at PWC and shares her journey to date including the moment she realised that she did not want to do the career that she initially thought... Along her professional journey, Kerry has met some incredible people and undertaken additional responsibilities to continue to professionally ‘stretch’ herself. Useful resources- https://www.jarredconsulting.co.uk/associate/kerry-jarred/- https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerry-jarred-ja...2021-10-1325 min

Reimagine LawRobot-proofing for lawyersIn this episode Julia Robinson, Senior Manager of Professional Development at global law firm Ropes and Gray, discusses the importance of developing one’s ‘human skills’ in order to develop a career in the legal sector of the 21stcentury. We explore on the episode how the ability to adapt, to relate to others, to empathise, and to show deep levels of emotional intelligence have all been highlighted by the pandemic – and why these skills are all relevant to “robot-proofing” your career. Also, we discuss why these skills are important to the clients of legal practitioners and how leaders of law...2021-10-0527 min

Reimagine LawProgression: The next challenge in social mobilityIn this podcast, Simon Reichwald, Elizabeth Robertson and Tim Smith discuss how law firms can support legal professionals from less privileged backgrounds to progress their careers. The discussion focuses on three key areas: · The evidence and research underpinning the need to focus on progression· The tools available to support progression such as mentoring; how to avoid marginal mentoring and instead deliver ‘mentoring with purpose’; why choice of mentor matters· How creating the right culture and environment matters Simon Reichwald is Strategic Lead for Talent at MyKindaFuture and a Delivery Partner fo...2021-09-2233 min

Reimagine LawHow to make the most of mentoringFinding the right mentor can be transformational, but where do you start? We speak with law firm partners Tim Smith and Elizabeth Robertson about how to find a mentor and make the most of the relationship, as well as Simon Reichwald at MyKindaFuture, where they leverage technology to make finding and accessing mentors easy! They talk about researching to identify the right mentor, being clear on what you want to achieve from the relationship, and preparing for your conversations with your mentor. But first you have to ask someone to be your mentor, and that may not be as...2021-09-2218 min

Reimagine LawDevelopment Hacks: creating your career planIn this final episode in our mini-series of tips and ideas for personal development, we bring different ideas together and consider how this fits into a practical and inspiring career plan. Have you built into the plan your interests and strengths, and captured ideas where you are curious to find out more as possible future roles and directions? What has your experience to date told you about the environments you enjoy most? We discuss how you can measure progress and also the importance of considering the ‘pace’ you want your next phase to be – to avoid bur...2021-09-1513 min

Reimagine LawDevelopment Hacks: the power of mentoringIn this sixth episode in our mini-series of tips and ideas for personal development, we look at mentoring. What do you need to think about as you seek out a mentor for the stage of career you are at? Where do you find a good mentor, and what skills and experience do they need. We discuss in the episode how important it is to be clear on the purpose: what specifically do you want to learn or seek guidance upon? Should your mentor be within or outside your current organisation – and what is the difference betwe...2021-09-0813 min

Reimagine LawDevelopment Hacks: the power of seeking feedbackThe fourth episode in our mini-series of tips and ideas for personal development explores the topic of feedback. We discuss why getting feedback is so important. The need to gain different perspectives on how you are developing, how the last project was received by colleagues you assisted, and how this information can then guide your career thinking. There’s also the key question of how to have the feedback conversation, what will make it as effective as possible, how you can best create some good actions, and what will help the person giving you feedback to be...2021-09-0111 min

Reimagine LawDevelopment Hacks: career goal settingIn this fifth episode in our mini-series of tips and ideas for personal development, we discuss goal-setting. What do good goals look like? Why are they important, and how do they link to motivation? We look at the need to break down goals into manageable steps, to make them practical and also how important it is to co-create them with your manager, family or other people impacted – ensuring everyone gives you their ideas. We look too at the specific situation of starting a new job or role and give tips on how best to set goals at that ti...2021-08-2513 min

Reimagine LawDegrees: what Law students really think!This episode features four students who are either on or have recently graduated from an LLB Law. 1. Hannah Whiterow, 3rd Year, Law LLB @ University of Exeter 2. Evy Quinn, 3rd Year, Law and Politics @ Queen Mary University of London3. Nickolas Tan, Graduate, Law LLB @ University of Durham 4. Madeline Field, Graduate (primary school teacher), Law LLB @ Queen Mary University of London Studying for a law degree teaches you so much more than the law. It gives you access to interesting people, conversations and vital skills such as researching, self-discipline and communication. Law at an underg...2021-08-1820 min

Reimagine LawDevelopment Hacks: how do you know you’re learning?The third episode in our mini-series with tips and ideas for personal development explores the core of the ‘how’ of personal development. How do we know we are learning, and what should we do to maximise each experience to draw out learning from it? We talk about David Kolb’s learning styles model, blending action and reflection, and the importance of balancing your development time between activity and capturing what we have learnt. We also touch on resilience, and the importance of having the confidence to keep stretching yourself with something new, even if the new ideas...2021-08-1110 min

Reimagine LawDevelopment Hacks: the power of “learning experiments”The second episode in our mini-series with tips and ideas for personal development talks about learning through experimentation. What projects could you try in parallel to, or as part of your current role, which also allow you to think about future roles and career options? These experiments can help you to think a couple of steps ahead – and give you some ideas to challenge whether the current path you are on is a good long-term fit for you. Also, keep a log of how you feel about these new ideas you are trying out. Are they ex...2021-08-0411 min

Reimagine LawDevelopment Hacks: personal developmentThis is the first episode in our mini-series to give listeners tips and ideas for how people can best develop themselves. A key point is about personal responsibility – it’s down to you to guide your career. Also, we discuss the importance of understanding your strengths and building on them. What gives you energy, and what does your best or favourite day look like? Finally, keep your learning fresh. It’s not (just) about “going on a course”. There are so many other ways to develop yourself, building the broader skill sets to set you up to succeed in...2021-07-2711 min

Reimagine LawApplication bites: the right mind-setHow can having the right mind-set help you achieve in the job hunting process? How you think about your application and the process, can really help you to stay calm and make the right choices. In this final episode of our mini-series on applications, Kerry and Simon discuss how mind-set can ultimately ensure you end up working in an environment which is best for you. Useful resourceshttps://www.forbes.com/sites/adunolaadeshola/2018/10/30/5-mindset-shifts-you-need-to-secure-a-job-youll-love/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vMiSf7LpFQE 2021-07-2110 min

Reimagine LawApplication bites: assessment centresTypically assessment days come at the final stages of the application process. But what really happens at them and how has this been converted to an online setting? This episode explores what employers are looking for and what they are trying to see from you at this stage in the recruitment process. What happens in the dreaded group exercise and what are the tips and tricks to be successful. Useful resourceshttps://targetjobs.co.uk/careers-advice/assessment-centres/1046962-virtual-assessment-centres-what-to-expect-and-how-to-succeed https://www.wikijob.co.uk/content/application-advice/assessment-centres/assessment-centre-tips-and-preparation-advicehttps://www.brigh...2021-07-1412 min

Reimagine LawApplication bites: telephone and video interviewsWe might think that telephone interviews are now a thing of the past, but they are still commonly used as part of the application process so employers can test how you communicate (pace, tone of voice, succinctness etc.)Kerry and Simon explore how video interviews can be live (with another person at the other end like a face to face interview) or pre-recorded. They discuss how pre-recorded video interviews work (ie when you now answering questions to a live person), why are they used and what are the tips to make sure that your video stands out? N...2021-07-0711 min

Reimagine LawApplication bites: strength based interviewsUnlike competency based interviews (see other podcast for this), strengths based interviews are more about who you are and your natural strengths rather than asking you to draw on past experiences to showcase skills. They allow recruiters to gain a genuine insight into the personalities of candidates and to see whether they'd be a good fit for the role applied to. They also allow you, as the interviewee, to be selected on the basis of what you are best at being a good fit for what is required in the role.In this episode, Kerry and Simon explore the t...2021-06-3012 min

Reimagine LawApplication bites: competency based interviewsA competency is another word for a skill. Employers use competency based interviews as a way for you to give examples when you have actually used / put into practice some of the key skills / competencies, needed for the role you are applying for. Why does Simon think it is easier to prepare these types of interviews and what are his tips and tricks to work out the types of questions you are likely to be asked? Kerry talks listeners through the very useful STAR technique, to ensure the answer you give are complete and full. And the team discuss...2021-06-2310 min

Reimagine LawTips from performance experts to boost your communicationIn this episode listeners learn the art of good conversation and relationship building from the principles of ‘improv’ (improvisation). What is ‘accept and build’, and how can the technique be used by all of us? Pippa Evans and Steve Weiner discuss what listening really means, and how you can focus on the other person in your conversation whilst keeping the ebb and flow of a joint discussion. Every key conversation should raise questions in your mind; what is my purpose, what is the other person’s purpose and what is the purpose of the relationship? The particular challenges of...2021-06-1633 min

Reimagine LawApplication bites: psychometric testsThe spirit of online aptitude tests is to provide an objective way to test candidates. Some are tests with right answers (e.g. ability tests) and others are personality profiles with no ‘correct’ answers. Jump into the discussions with Kerry and Simon to see how to approach and succeed to your full potential. Don’t forget you can engage with your careers teacher/service or Job Centre Plus. Useful resources- Look at the Watson and Glazer tests which are used a lot in the legal profession: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/careers-advice/interview-tips/watson-glaser-critical-thinking-test- Take these p...2021-06-0910 min

Reimagine LawApplication bites: CVs and online applicationsThis is the first episode in our mini-series about applications. We start with an episode exploring how to write successful CVs and online application forms. In this episode Kerry and Simon explore the top tips to help you stand out from the crowd and get off to a good start in the application process. 2021-06-0213 min

Reimagine LawNetworking – just do it!Networking is not about taking: it is about generously giving, and connecting. In this episode, Nigel and Fran are joined by Anne Marcotty and Beth Crocker who discuss how to build your networking ‘muscle’, and how important it is to focus on this activity from your time in education as well as in the workplace. We often think about networking in a very short-term, transactional way, but in reality it is a skill to be practised over time, and a habit that we can develop. This episode discusses the importance of bonding with people who are both like, a...2021-05-2621 min

Reimagine LawSkill-kit: summaryListen in to Sass Clyde’s overview of the ReImagine Law Skill-kit mini-series. This mash-up outlines her favourite tips and comments from the series.2021-05-1211 min

Reimagine LawVirtual and hybrid court hearingsWhen the pandemic struck in March 2020 the court system in England and Wales had to adjust - and quickly. Adaptations included making some hearings virtual, ensuring other face-to-face hearings could be made ‘Covid secure’, and introducing ‘hybrid’ models which uses elements of both approaches. This episode welcomes Her Honour Judge Sarah Cove, a Circuit Judge in the Family Court, and Rudi Fortson QC, a criminal barrister at 25 Bedford Row, to discuss what changes were made and which adaptations might remain in the future. They discuss which types of hearings are more suited to virtual court hearings and the advanta...2021-04-2831 min

Reimagine LawSkill-Kit: CommunicationIf Albert Mehrabian is right and only 7% of communication are the words that we use, what is the other 93 %? In this episode Kerry and Simon from the ReImagine Law team get under the skin of what is involved in the two way process of communication. How do you make sure that you are totally present in the conversation, and really listen to the other person? And what difference does tone and body language make?This episode explores whose responsibility it is to make sure the other person ‘hears’ and why does Simon not consider an email as comm...2021-04-2110 min

Reimagine LawSkill-kit: reflective practiceReflection is an important tool to turn an experience into a moment when learning is captured for the future. In this episode Nigel and Fran explore why it is important to reflect and how to do this practically. They discuss the importance of ‘journaling’ (or even ‘double journaling’) and how your peers and networks can help you with reflection. Useful resources- What is reflection (The Open University): file:///C:/Users/ltw571/Downloads/Activity%2011%20What%20is%20reflection.pdf- Jisc – Student Self Reflection: https://www.jisc.ac.uk/guides/transforming-assessment-and-feedback/self-reflectionTed Talks – Personal Empowerment t...2021-04-1410 min

Reimagine LawSkill-kit: innovation and risk takingWe often think of innovation and risk-taking as being linked to big, stressful ‘eureka’ moments. The truth is that change can be quite small, simple and uncomplicated. Innovating is about connecting with the person you are trying to communicate with, or the person who might use your product or service. How does this link with the principles of delivering legal services? In this episode Fran and Nigel explore these issues, starting with the question: ‘If you could change one thing about the way we work together, what would it be?’ There are also practical examples to help listeners identify their own i...2021-04-0708 min

Reimagine LawSkill-kit: building personal brandIn this episode, Kerry and Simon discuss the balance between being authentic to yourself, and purposefully creating the right impact. What do you want people to say about you when you are not in the room? In an increasingly consumer-oriented society, authenticity is important – and you need to get the balance right between raising your profile and not ‘over-selling’! So look deep and let your values lead how you structure your personal brand. The team give some helpful examples of authentic and non-authentic behaviour they have seen from individuals when interviewing for a new job or promotion.Useful r...2021-03-3110 min

Show & TellShow & Tell #11 - Inspiring Mini Talks at QMUL - Wilson on Directing / Miah Personal Trainer / Kassim on Writing / Shahwar on IdentiyHosted and produced by Saramarie Harvey, this episode features: Sumaya Kassim Writer and Researcher; Zahin Miah Personal Trainer and QM Student; David Wilson Artist and Director (David Guetta's "Titanium") and Durre Shahwar Writer and Editor. Show and Tell is a series of talks hosted by the School of English and Drama at Queen Mary University of London. Featuring short and engaging talks from academic researchers, broadcasters, creative writers, and theatre practitioners. Show and Tell is a celebration of arts and humanities education and the creative industries for those interested in studying or working...2021-03-2955 min

Show & TellShow & Tell #10 - Inspiring Mini Talks at QMUL - Connolly on Immersive Theatre / Ajai-Ajagbe Daley on Drama / Bakkar on Writing Muslim Experiences / Kimberly on Queer History / Taylor on PerformingThis episode features: Elliott Ajai-Ajagbe Daley: Storyteller and theatre maker; Nafisa Bakkar: CEO at Amaliah and Halal Gems; Neil Connolly: Artistic Director, The Crystal Maze Live Experience/Perfomer; Mzz Kimberley: Actress and singer and Moj Taylor: a professional actor, comedian running ComedyClub4Kids and Executive at PushTalks Show and Tell is a series of inspiring talks hosted by the School of English and Drama at Queen Mary University of London. Featuring short and engaging talks from academic researchers, broadcasters, creative writers, and theatre practitioners. Show and Tell is a celebration of arts and...2021-03-291h 45

Show & TellShow and Tell #9g - Author Gabriel Krauze at All Points East: In the NeighbourhoodGabriel Krauze: QMUL English graduate and ‘estate-noir’ author Gabriel Krauze (Vice) has just signed with publisher 4th Estate publish his first novel ‘Who They Was’. Gabriel Krauze grew up in London in a Polish family and was drawn to a life of crime and gangs from an early age. Now in his thirties he has left that world behind and is recapturing his life through writing. This Show & Tell mini was recorded at All Points East: In the Neighbourhood. Edited by Daniella Harrison.2021-03-2805 min

Reimagine LawSkill-kit: self-awareness and emotional intelligenceIn this episode, Nigel and Simon discuss what emotional intelligence is and how you can use this skill to build self-awareness. They share tips and tricks about how these capabilities can help you to develop your career, increasing your impact in key situations and building strong networks. Useful resources Daniel Goleman (psychologist – 5 core elements of emotional intelligence) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y7m9eNoB3NU Five ways to develop emotional intelligence, Forbes https://www.forbes.com/sites/ashleystahl/2018/05/29/5-ways-to-develop-your-emotional-intelligence/?sh=31371e986976 2021-03-2409 min

Reimagine LawSkill-kit: developing resilience and agilityNigel, Simon and Fran from the ReImagine Law team discuss the interconnectedness of resilience and agility, as well as giving some key tips to listeners to help them develop these skills. Most of us learn most from when we fail at something, so one key to building resilience is to try something different where you’ll find it a stretch. Keep a curious, mind-set, and have ‘fail fast and learn fast’ as one motto to build resilience, with ‘FAIL’ as a ‘First Attempt In Learning! We often talk about the ability to bounce back. If you try something new t...2021-03-1711 min

Reimagine LawSkill-kit: project managementLaw firms and chambers often list project management as a key competency, but what does it actually mean and how can you develop this skill? In this episode Simon and Kerry demystify what project management is and help listeners identify where it exists for all of us in our daily lives. They discuss the ‘nuts and bolts’ of managing a process of activities to reach an outcome, with simple, yet powerful approaches to use to use such as ‘What needs to be achieved’, ‘by when’ and ‘by who’ and ‘who needs to be involved?’, this episode also discusses mile stones, inter-depende...2021-03-1109 min

Reimagine LawSkill-kit: boost your creativity!This episode discusses how to develop your creative mind-set in ways you might not have considered. Nigel and Kerry discuss the fact that creativity includes; having an open mind, experimenting and thinking ‘what if we did X’. They give practical ways to increase creativity as you work towards a wider goal. See how far you can go with a creative mind-set, and be persistent, continuing to explore – perhaps part of the original idea will stick and become a great new way of doing things! Useful resourcesTim Harford: A powerful way to unleash your natural creativity | TED Talk...2021-03-0308 min

Reimagine LawSkill-kit: collaborationIs anyone actually a ‘self-made’ person? The team deconstruct what collaboration actually means and give suggestions of how to get into a collaborative mind-set. Nigel and Simon stress the benefits of diversity of thought, openness and saying “yes and” rather than “yes but”! If one plus one equals three, can you think of all the less obvious times you have collaborated? Useful resourceshttps://hbr.org/2016/06/the-secrets-of-great-teamwork https://blogs.thomsonreuters.com/answerson/case-for-smart-collaboration/2021-02-2408 min

Reimagine LawWhat is Clinical Legal Education?Clinical legal education is a type of experience-based learning which mixes the theory and practice of law. This episode explores the different types of clinical work that students can get involved with and how it can be beneficial to your future career. The ReImagine Law team are joined by Professor Elaine Hall from Northumbria University and Lauren Fisher (a graduate from the Student Law Office at Northumbria University). They discuss the unique benefits of student law clinics in giving students practical (often client facing) experience within a supporting and supervised environment. Elaine and Lauren highlight especially how clin...2021-02-1626 min

Show & TellShow & Tell #8 - Inspiring Mini Talks at QMUL - Brotton on Elizabethans & Islam / Islam on Mile End Community Project / Ramayya on Poetry / Igoe-Ewer on Community ArtsThis episode features: Professor Jerry Brotton Professor of Renaissance Studies and author of ‘This Orient Isle: Elizabethan England and the Islamic World’. Moa Johansson (UK/SWE) is a performance artist whose work occupies the space between performance installation, live art, and dance. Her practice investigates theories concerning the body, space, subjectivity and communication in the context of an intersectional, ecofeminist and queer reading. www.mojocompany.org. Nurull Islam is one of the Co-Founders of Mile End Community Project (MCP) a multi-award winning film and media organization with a commitment to helping young people recognise their potential. MCP engages young peop...2021-02-041h 08

Show & TellShow & Tell #7 - Inspiring Mini Talks at QMUL - Redstone on being a Trans Artist / Walters on Queer Fun / Bob on Comedy / Lopes Ramos on Immersive / Welton on Movement ResearchThis episode features: Kit Redstone: Award winning writer (Testosterone). Artistic director of Vacuum Theatre and hot tempered, belligerent short-arse trans man who wears a lot of jewellery. Ben Walters: Writer, producer, programmer, critic and activist living in London. Ben is a PhD student at Queen Mary interested in queer fun, cabaret and homemade mutant hope machines — or how participatory performance practices can materialise better worlds for marginalised people. Kemah Bob (BBC3, The Guilty Feminist) a stand-up comedian, writer, improviser, and drag king from Texas now based in London. Jorge Lopes Ramos: London-based artist, cu...2021-02-041h 14

Show & TellShow & Tell #6 - Inspiring Mini Talks at QMUL - Ahmed on Books / Salmi on Postcolonial Literature / Oldziejewska on Feminist Library / Vallance on Community Arts / Oshodi + Mendl on TheatreThis episode features: Sufiya Ahmed: Sufiya has worked in advertising and in the House of Commons, but is now a full-time author. In 2010 Sufiya set up the BIBI Foundation, a non-profit organisation, to arrange visits to the Houses of Parliament for diverse and underprivileged school children. Charlotta Salmi: Lecturer in Postcolonial and Global Literature at Queen Mary, she works on contemporary literature from around the world, but specifically comics and graphic narratives and how they're used by different social movements. Magda Oldziejewska: Activist, independent researcher and blogger, as well as fundraising coordinator and management collective member at the Feminist...2021-02-041h 10

Show & TellShow & Tell #5 - Inspiring Mini Talks at QMUL - MacQuarrie on Stand Up / Ryan on Venues / Casalini on Art / Dinkin on Comedy and CommsThis episode of our inspiring mini talks series features: Kayla MacQuarrie: Stand-up comedian who recently performed her award-winning show Traumatised at Soho Theatre. Matti Ryan: Matti Ryan is a performance artist, impresario and the manager of Overlock, a new mixed-arts venue in Hackney. Giulia Casaliniis an independent curator and producer based in London. Since 2012 she is the co-director of the non-profit arts organization CUNTemporary, and artistic director of “Deep Trash” a performance-cum-exhibition club night. Charlotte Dinkin:Stand-up comedian, director, and creative communications consultant. She recently directed Olga Koch’s Edinburgh show Fight, for which Olga was nominated for be...2021-02-041h 04

Reimagine LawInternational Careers - Think Big!In a changing legal landscape where transactions or litigation cases are increasingly complex, and often cross-border, clients (and therefore employers) expect more from their lawyers; they require practitioners with a flexibility of approach and thinking, and an international mind-set. This episode discusses how international educational experiences can build exciting careers for the lawyers of tomorrow. The ReImagine Law team are joined by Eileen Murphy (3rd year student on Queen Mary University of London’s dual qualification degree in England and France), and Chris Jorgenson (Director of Institutional Partnerships at Barbri Global) who is qualified in both the USA...2020-12-2126 min

Reimagine LawWorking in the Legal Sector Without Being a LawyerThe legal sector is vast and has so many career options. The legal system and private practice involves a lot of talented, professional individuals who do not work as lawyers earning fees from clients. This episode shines a light of the various roles in human resources, information technology, business development, marketing, and learning and development.The Re-Imagine Law team meet Abena Poku, Head of Marketing and Business Development for Africa at Hogan Lovells and Deborah McCormack, Head of Early Talent at Pinsent Masons. They explain their roles, the departments they work in and how they support the b...2020-12-1628 min

Reimagine LawThe Future Legal LandscapeIn this episode of ReImagineLaw we speak with David Halliwell, Partner for Client Solutions at law firm Pinsent Masons to consider how the legal services landscape is changing and what that means for those developing their careers. What career paths and skill sets will be key in the future?The discussion begins by exploring the impact that changes in regulation have had on the types of businesses providing legal services in the UK. We discuss how law firms and other service providers such as the Big 4 offer a much wider range of legal services, and the importance of...2020-12-0822 min

Reimagine LawBarristers - It’s More Than Just Wigs and Gowns!In episode 17 of ReImagineLaw, we welcome self-employed barrister Sonal Dashani and the Deputy Director of Clerking Emma Makepeace, from 25 Bedford Row. This episodes explores how self-employed practice at the criminal bar differs from the role of an employed barrister. Our guest give a real insight to business of a set of chambers and the individual businesses of the barristers within them. This episode looks at the symbiotic collaboration between barristers and clerks, building a business, and the importance of marketing to professional clients, typically solicitors. Listeners might be interested to listen to episode 14 (“A Career as a B...2020-12-0125 min

Reimagine LawLaw Firms as Business - Pricing, Profits and Partnership StructureIn this episode of ReImagineLaw we speak with two experts who have developed careers in the financial side of law firms: Gillian Cobb (Finance Director (Europe) at Kirkland & Ellis) and Chris Ward (Law Firm finance expert and trainer/consultant on law firm finance). Gillian and Chris explain to listeners the ‘nuts and bolts’ of how law firms make money. How can firms create a profitable business? What are their biggest costs? The episodes addresses a few key questions. Does the work of the team managing finance in a law firm connect with those managing clients? What are the pres...2020-11-2526 min

Reimagine LawHuman Rights Law and Public Interest LawyeringIn this episode of ReImagineLaw we speak with two lawyers who work in the field of public interest law, solicitor Helen Mowatt from the Public Interest Law Centre and employed barrister Matthew Aluwahilia from the Public Law Project. Helen and Matthew talk about how their work takes them to the front line of live social issues ranging from policy issues, to education and homelessness. This episode explores the feeling of being ‘on the front line’ of campaigns and social movements and the rewards that having a career centred around social good can bring. The episode also discusses what it...2020-11-0923 min

Reimagine LawA Career as a BarristerThe title Barrister conjours up all kinds of images, and it is easy to think careers as a barrister always take one form. But that is not always the case. In this episode the ReImagine Law team are joined by Angharad Price, a Welsh, employed Barrister, at the Equality Human Rights Commission. Angharad talks about how her non-traditional background, has been a catalyst for a successful career at the Bar. This episode encourages listeners to think of the variety of ways that barristers practice and Angharad goes through some of the student questions she addressed at this year’...2020-11-0221 min

Reimagine LawThe World of the In-house LawyerIn this episode, Deepak Malhotra, Corporate Adviser and former senior in-house lawyer (General Counsel) explains how he developed his career as an in-house lawyer. He discusses the experience of moving to a role where from day 1 was literally ‘sitting amongst your clients’ in corporate business. Deepak speaks about the critical skills of communication, building trust, influencing, being proactive and how he saw his in-house team’s role as being ‘educators’ of the businesses he sat within. The episode also explores the growth of in-house roles (with 1 in 4 solicitors now working in-house) and how that opens up opportunities to hold for roles i...2020-10-2623 min

Reimagine LawStanding Out When Job HuntingIn this episode, Kishan Mathy (trainee solicitor, insta @sqbrkt) speaks about how he tried to stand out from peers in a competitive job market, seeking a role at a City law firm, especially as he did not ‘tick all’ the traditional boxes; e.g. his academic grades. Job hunters can focus too much on the employer they want to work for and rarely look from the point of view of the clients of the organisation they are seeking to join. However, focusing on the ‘client angle’ can both demonstrate great commercial awareness and differentiate you from the rest. Kishan explains ho...2020-10-1920 min

Reimagine LawTips and Tricks From ‘Second Career’ lawyersAnyone can say that they have transferable skills, but demonstrating these skills in the context required of you can be the challenge. In this episode, the ReImagine Law team consider law as a second career. What are the challenges and advantages of undertaking law as a second career, and what lessons can be learnt for aspiring lawyers who are on their first career. Our two guests Robert de Souza and Christine Ohuruogu highlight the value of talking to others, understanding the landscape and embracing an adaptable journey. This episode encourages listeners to undertake some practical actions after lis...2020-10-1228 min

Reimagine LawGenuine Inclusion: Retention Not Just RecruitmentTalent is everywhere, opportunity is not. The profession has made some improvement in relation to recruitment but how do we retain lawyers from all backgrounds within the profession? The ReImagine Law team are joined by Debo Nwauzu (founder of the Black Lawyers Directory) and James Alao (Clifford Chance). James and Debo discuss a number of themes including; the challenges with the breadth of the phrase 'BAME' when trying to identify specific challenges around inclusion, how possible it is to bring your whole self to work, and the importance of work allocation to enable equality of opportunity.This epi...2020-10-0523 min

Reimagine LawBuilding your network and creating your ideal career pathBuilding networks to explore which pathway into the legal sector might best suit you can be daunting, especially if you have few existing contacts or people to contact. In this episode Sabrina Polito (Associate in the Energy & Climate Change group at City firm CMS UK) looks back on how she explored law as a career at school, and where she turned to for advice. She reflects on the methods she found successful to build networks and create job opportunities. Peter Arnold (Early Talent Development Manager at CMS UK) also explains the skills his firm seeks, and both guests then su...2020-09-2524 min

Reimagine LawExploring CILEx as an OptionThis episode takes an in-depth look at the advantages and opportunities of qualiying into the legal profession through the CILEx route. Three wonderful guests talk through the advantages and practical realities of studying while working. This episode encourage listeners to undertake some practical actions after listening to the episode. - Research into the different routes available in CILEx including distance learning. - Research what a career in the legal profession means to you and how it fits with the kind of life you want long term. Resources- Here is a...2020-09-1724 min

Reimagine LawPathways to Law and The Sutton TrustThere are so many opportunities to find out about the legal profession and what it involves, but you need to know where to look for them and find which ones interest you. Looking early and matching opportunties to your values can really help maximise your development. Laura Bruce gives a fantastic overview of the work of the Sutton Trust who provide many opportunities to future lawyers and Blessing gives a great insight as to what it is like to undertake them. This episode encourage listeners to undertake some practical actions after listening to the episode. ...2020-09-1120 min

Reimagine LawCommercial Awareness: What is it and how do you get it?Can trader training help you with your legal career? Should work experience be re-named experience of work? This episode welcomes graduate Arun Sohan-Pall and David Ampaw, a partner at DLA Piper explore the importance of students seeking to understand the work place in order to gain genuine commercial awareness. This episode encourages listeners to undertake some practical actions after listening to the episode. 1. Reflect on how to understand the business of law. Who can you speak to and how can you source information to further understand the business of law? What operationally works and is im...2020-07-3123 min

Reimagine LawA Spotlight on Judicial Roles from Judge Tan IkramHow much do you really know about what judicial roles exist? What areas of life and law do they cover? This episodes gives an overview of the judiciary and spends time considering the value and importance of a diverse judiciary in society. Judge Ikram shares an insight into his own background and how he doesn't think he looks like a judge! This episode encourages listeners to undertake some practical actions after listening to the episode. 1. Judge Ikram emphasised the importance in his role of understanding different perspectives across society. So to develop your own career succe...2020-07-2227 min

Reimagine LawApprenticeships: A Surprise For The Old SchoolThis episode demystifies what an apprenticeship in law actually involves, and how it can lead to you becoming fully qualified (with no student debt!). It promotes the very real benefits that it can bring to students and future lawyers. The team are joined by Maya Taylor and Muhammad Merali who are at different stages of their apprenticeship at Kennedy's Law. This insightful episode brings to life the realities of an apprenticeship and encourages listeners to consider this important route. This episode encourages listeners to undertake some practical actions after listening to the episode. 1. If life...2020-07-1521 min

Reimagine LawThe Graduate Route into LawThe ReImagineLAW team welcome guests Joseph Toft, second year LLB Law student and Jessica Piggot a solicitor at Reed Smith LLP.Joseph discusses the actions from episode 3 and speaks with Jess about her career pathway of not undertaking a law degree. This episode encourages listeners to undertake some practical actions after listening to the episode:1. Topics you initially aren't considering might surprise you: talk to a fellow student or tutor about a module in next year's course you know little about.2. Talk to someone working in the sector you are considering: and t...2020-07-1323 min

Reimagine LawPowerful Questions of Yourself and OthersWe encourage listeners to undertake some practical actions after listening to this episode. Start investigating which organisations share your values. How did you know that? What is the follow up question to the obvious question that you might ask? Develop the two questions habit (whether at an event, or online or by email).Do a personal SWOT analysis (strengths / weaknesses / opportunities / threats). What limitations might you face? Useful resources:7 habits of highly effective people7 Networking Tips for Getting a Job (Tip number 5 is particularly crucial)The power of questionsHere are some useful links on networking:Target Jobs...2020-07-1021 min

Reimagine LawYour Career Starts With Knowing YourselfDo you know yourself, your values and what drives you? How do you match these values up with potential career choices? There is a lot of pressure on school leavers, students and graduates to follow certain career paths, but how well suited are these paths to the actual person? This episode explores the importance of understanding who you are and using this to inform your path, whilst encouraging listeners to undertake some practical actions. 1. Consider where you get your energy from? Are you an extrovert or an introvert? Are there certain times of the day / activities / people / top...2020-07-1025 min

Show & TellShow And Tell #4 - Inspiring Mini Talks at QMUL - Boswood / McGee / French / Lamont / HarvieShow and Tell is a series of TED-talk style events where speakers from the arts, humanities and creative industries tell their stories at Queen Mary University of London. Find out more: bit.ly/showandtellqm. This episode features alternative performance producer Ema Boswood, English researchers Zoë McGee and Jade French, BAFTA-winning TV writer James Lamont and contemporary theatre professor Jen Harvie. Introduction by Lois Weaver. Hosts Rupert Dannreuther is responsible for marketing within Queen Mary’s School of English and Drama. He has worked for numerous organisations including Cineworld, Hackney Emp...2020-05-011h 06

Show & TellShow And Tell #3 - Inspiring Mini Talks at QMUL - Bari / Adebayo / Likorish Quinn / BarrettShow and Tell is a series of TED-talk style events where speakers from the arts, humanities and creative industries tell their stories at Queen Mary University of London. Find out more: bit.ly/showandtellqm. This episode features broadcaster Shahidha Bari, theatre artist Mojisola Adebayo, lecturer and writer Karina Likorish Quinn and theatre director Billy Barrett. Introduction by Jonathan Boffey. Host Rupert Dannreuther Rupert is responsible for marketing within Queen Mary’s School of English and Drama. He has worked for numerous organisations including Cineworld, Hackney Empire, The Yard Theatre an...2020-04-011h 16

Show & TellShow and Tell #2 - Inspiring Mini Talks at QMUL - Nasta / Howes / Rafiq / Shapiro / EdmundsonShow and Tell is a series of TED-talk style events where speakers from the arts, humanities and creative industries tell their stories at Queen Mary University of London. Find out more: bit.ly/showandtellqm. This episode features Wasafiri magazine editor Susheila Nasta, Medieval broadcaster Hetta Howes, podcaster Raifa Rafiq, researcher Emma Shapiro and puppeteer Edie Edmundson. Full biogs below. The show is introduced by Beverley Stewart and hosted by Charlie Pullen from the School of English and Drama at Queen Mary. Charlie Pullen Charlie Pullen is a PhD...2020-03-011h 15

Show & TellShow and Tell #1 - Inspiring Mini Talks at QMUL - Sarah Garnham / Bridget Minamore / Alex WhitleyShow and Tell is a series of TED-talk style events where speakers from the arts, humanities and creative industries tell their stories at Queen Mary University of London. Find out more: https://bit.ly/showandtell20. This episode features publishing wizz Sarah Garnham, poet Bridget Minamore and dance artistic director Alex Whitley. Full biogs below. The show is introduced by Patricia Hamilton, Charlie Pullen and features Rupert Dannreuther from School of English and Drama at Queen Mary. Rupert Dannreuther Rupert is responsible for marketing within Queen Mary’s School of En...2020-02-011h 20

Queen Mary History of EmotionsShould universities teach well-being?This is a recording of a May 2019 panel discussion at Queen Mary, University of London, on the question 'should universities teach well-being?' There is, apparently, a mental health crisis in higher education. Student referrals for counselling are soaring, and according to one study, 40% of PhDs are depressed or anxious. Students in Bristol took to the streets to demand better mental health services, while the universities minister declared the purpose of universities should no longer just be knowledge, but also well-being. What are universities' responsibilities in this area? What should students expect and demand? Can universities teach wellbeing, and what...2019-05-191h 16

Queen Mary History of EmotionsQMUL NORMAL: Guerilla Aspie"Death to all daft and emotional neurotypicals who love soap operas!" Paul and Elizabeth Wady both have an autism diagnosis. In his book, Guerilla Aspies, and show of the same name, Paul Wady offers a conversion course for neurotypicals, inviting them to join the "new normal". In this podcast, one of a series of three about the idea of "normal" they talk to Natalie Steed about neurotypicals and neurodivergents, Blade Runner, religion and the tyranny of the normal. This series of podcasts was inspired by The Museum of the Normal and event organised by QMUL Centre for the History of...2017-10-1816 min

Queen Mary History of EmotionsQMUL Psychic Driving interview with David SaundersOne evening in November 2016, as part of the Being Human Festival, David Saunders invited seventy-three individuals into a small room on the third floor of St Bartholomew’s Hospital. Once there, they disclosed their hopes, fears, and anxieties to a tape recorder. They were taking part in a restaging of a “revolutionary” therapeutic exercise called Psychic Driving. It was part of the Museum of the Normal, an event organised by QMUL Centre for the History of the Emotions. In this podcast, produced by Natalie Steed, you can hear an interview with David Saunders about Psychic Driving and the increasingly alarming experi...2017-10-0821 min

Queen Mary History of EmotionsSAD at ThirtySad at Thirty - produced for QMUL Centre for the History of Emotions by Natalie Steed There’s a certain Slant of light, Winter Afternoons – That oppresses, like the Heft Of Cathedral Tunes – Heavenly Hurt, it gives us – We can find no scar, But internal difference – Where the Meanings, are – None may teach it – Any – ‘Tis the seal Despair – An imperial affliction Sent us of the Air – When it comes, the Landscape listens – Shadows – hold their breath – When it goes, ’tis like the Distance On the look of Death – Emily Dickinson This podcast was commissioned by Tilli Tansey, Professor of the History of Modern Medical Sc...2016-12-2120 min