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RadioBypass PodcastRadioBypass Presents - The Making Of Jimmy Page & The Black Crowes - Live At The Greek: All AccessJoin Jimmy Page, along with Chris and Rich Robinson for a celebration of the 25th anniversary re-mixed and expanded release of a blistering tour! The new Live at the Greek release is a 36 song set that features 16 previously unreleased tracks, including a never before issued soundcheck jam. You will hear a ton of great music, including one of the soundcheck tunes. Crank it up and enjoy some insights from the men that created this fantastic music, and hear several tracks of killer, live, Rock and Roll music that DESERVES to be heard!
2025-06-161h 50
Having A NatteRRSeries 11 Episode 5In the latest episode of Robinson Ralph’s ever unpopular podcast "Having a NatteRR", Simon and David take on the serious stuff and the shed stuff.
This week’s legal spotlight: Yousif v The Good Shepherd Trust, a case involving a claim of harassment related to race. As ever, Simon and David break it down and highlight the lessons for employers.
And let us not forget the banter section (aka “Middle-aged Men Do Outdoorsy Things”) which in this episode covers:
🧹 Clearing out sheds
🚜 Mowing lawns
🏯 Erecting pagodas
If you’re looking for empl...
2025-04-0912 min
The K-Rob CollectionAudio Antiques - Ralph Bunche: International Man of PeaceRalph Johnson Bunche was an American political scientist, diplomat, and leading participant in the decolonization process following World War 2, as well as the US civil rights movement. Bunche received the 1950 Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts to resolve the Arab–Israeli conflict in Palestine. He was the first African-American and first person of African descent to be awarded any Nobel Prize. Bunche was involved in the formation and administration of the United Nations. In 1963, Bunche was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by U.S. President John Kennedy. The Detroit native, and former resident of Toledo, Albuquerque, and Los An...
2025-03-0455 min
The Ralph Moore PodcastDave Robinson – Part 2 of 3 – Embracing New Models for Community ImpactThis week on the podcast, Dave Robinson returns to talk about how his church utilized their building in unique ways to serve and engage with the community, while providing some much needed income.In this podcast, you'll hear aboutHow to establish a community hubLeveraging microchurches and navigating the transition to themBuilding strong relationships among leadership and the congregation
2024-08-2320 minThe Ralph Moore PodcastDave Robinson – Part 1 of 3 – Calling and CourageThis week, Ralph is joined by Dave Robinson who shares his journey from salvation through nearly three decades of ministry. Dave talks about his decision to go into full time ministry, then leave for other jobs, before returning to pastoral ministry. If you're considering your calling and whether to change your ministry capacity, then you don't want to miss this episode.In this podcast, you'll hear about:How to discern your calling and walk bravely in itHow to set boundaries and know when it might be time to leave a roleThe dangers of elevating the pastoral...
2024-08-1620 min
High Vibin’ It: Manifesting & Self Love for Spiritual Women234. Effortless Money, The New Money Paradigm, and Spiritual Investing with Elizabeth RalphIn this episode, The Spiritual Investor, Elizabeth Ralph, shares her journey from financial trader to spiritual investor. Learn how you can build assets and create effortless financial opportunities for your future, starting today!Discussion Highlights:Evolving Paradigms of Money and Consciousness: Explore the importance of releasing old value systems and energetically aligning with new opportunities.The Spirituality of Investing: Understand why investing your money and helping it expand is a spiritual act.Risks of Not Investing: Learn about the potential dangers of not participating in the investment world.Money Neutrality: Discover the crucial concept of maintaining...
2024-05-281h 09Having A NatteRRSeries 10 Episode 2In the second episode of this series of Robinson Ralph’s Having a Natter podcast, David and Simon discuss the case of Ms Lad v Lily Head Dental Practice. The Claimant in this case was removed from a work whatsapp group whilst on maternity leave and brought a claim for maternity leave discrimination. There were other aspects to the case, but that is the aspect they focus on; there are lessons to be learned for employers with employees absent on maternity leave, when it is necessary to put in place measures to ensure those employees are included in events an...
2024-02-2214 minHaving A NatteRRSeries 10 Episode 1In this episode, the first of a new series of Robinson Ralph’s Having a NatteRR podcast, Simon and David discuss the case of Muir v AstraZeneca, where the employee was dismissed in December 2020 for misconduct relating to bullying and harassment. The Tribunal criticised the employer for failing to have due regard to Mr Muir’s mental health disability, which had impacted on his behaviour. The tribunal found that Mr Muir’s line manager and other relevant managers were aware of his disability and they could have taken steps to support him, rather than dismiss him.
They also d...
2024-02-1914 min
Ralph Nader Radio HourTribute to Ford, Robinson, and BelafonteThis week we welcome back Professor Randall Kennedy to help us pay tribute to three principled, uncompromising African American activists, Glen Ford of Black Agenda Report, human rights champion, Randall Robinson, and legendary actor, singer, and activist, Harry Belafonte.Randall Kennedy is Michael R. Klein Professor at Harvard Law School where he teaches courses on contracts, criminal law, and the regulation of race relations. He is the author of several books, including Contracts: Happiness and Heartbreak, For Discrimination: Race, Affirmative Action, and the Law, and Say It Loud! On Race, Law, History, and Culture.You’ve...
2023-06-171h 04Having A NatteRRHaving a NatteRR - Series 9 Episode 1This week, Simon and David discuss the case of P v Crest Nicholson Operations Ltd.
It's a truly awful case of sexual harassment and vicarious liability relating to a manager's behaviour both during and after a works organised party.
David and Simon raise the importance of both reminding employees that they are still subject to codes of conduct at work dos and also the requirement to challenge bad behaviour immediately.
2023-06-1618 minHaving A NatteRRHaving a NatteRR - Series 8 Episode 10This week Simon and David discuss the EAT case of Mr Darrell Miles v Driver and Vehicles Standards Agency.
They focus on the Health and Safety detriment and dismissal aspect of the claim, which arose because of the Covid-19 pandemic.
The question in the case was whether the Claimant reasonably believed there were circumstances that placed him in serious and imminent danger.
The case also had to consider whether the Claimant could have raised concerns with a Health and Safety Representative / Committee, who were not based in the same office location as the...
2023-05-2521 minHaving A NatteRRHaving a NatteRR - Series 8 Episode 9This week Simon and David discuss the case of D Martin v Jet Maintenance Limited.
They discuss the Claimant’s summary dismissal ‘in the heat of the moment’ during an altercation with a co-owner of the business.
The facts of that altercation were disputed. The Claimant acknowledged swearing but denied acting in an aggressive manner.
An internal Hearing was then carried out to hear the allegations into the Claimant’s conduct during the altercation, which was adjourned following the Claimant raising a grievance.
An HR Consultant was engaged to hear the case aga...
2023-05-1819 minHaving A NatteRRHaving a NatteRR - Series 8 Episode 8This week Simon and David discuss the case of Maxwell v HBOS Plc.
The Claimant had a long-term sickness absence and the Tribunal had to consider whether that was sufficient reason for dismissal.
They discuss the Tribunal’s considerations in respect of whether a fair process had been conducted.
The Tribunal concluded that the Claimant was in an entrenched position with a loss of faith in the Respondent and there was no realistic prospect of him returning within any reasonable time frame.
The Claimant’s claim for Unfair Dismissal was subsequently dism...
2023-04-2018 minHaving A NatteRRHaving a NatteRR - Series 8 Episode 7This week Simon and David discuss the case of Mrs Dumigan v The Mount School Limited.
All staff members were requested by email on a Saturday to attend a meeting on Monday.
This was a day off for the Claimant and she was due to meet her family to discuss the care of her elderly mother suffering with cancer.
Following the Claimant raising that she could not attend the meeting, she was told it was not optional. The Claimant reiterated that she could not attend, and she was told her resignation was accepted...
2023-03-3118 min
Join Up Dots - Business Coaching Made Easy (With A Bit Of Life Coaching Too)LISTENER TURNS GUEST: Neil Robinson Finds His Personal DreamNeil Robinson Finds His Personal Dream Neil Robinson is todays guest on the Steve Jobs inspired Join Up Dots podcast. Neil first connected with us a few years ago after listening to the show and at that time he was running his own domestic cleaning business. As you can imagine he was making appointments, turning up and his time wasn’t his own. But that was going to change as he is an entrepreneur at heart and unlike so many people across the world, can see the opportunities that lie all around us better than most. So alongside the cleaning bu...
2023-03-2454 minHaving A NatteRRHaving a NatteRR - Series 8 Episode 6This week Simon and David discuss the case of Mr Bryce v Sentry Consulting Limited.
The Claimant suffered with Asperger’s Syndrome and Dyslexia. As a result of his condition the Claimant’s timekeeping and ability to plan ahead were impacted.
The Respondent decided not to offer more shifts to the Claimant following his lateness and performance on site, namely not monitoring the site, spending time while on shift using social media and not patrolling the site because of an alleged tripping hazard.
Simon and David discuss the Claimant’s successful claims for discri...
2023-03-2320 minHaving A NatteRRHaving a NatteRR - Series 8 Episode 5This week Simon and David discuss the case of Ian Drury v Ministry of Defence.
The Claimant succeeded with claims of Unfair and Wrongful Dismissal. The Claimant stated he had suspended himself and there were concerns for the Claimant’s mental ill health. The Claimant was then dismissed for gross misconduct relating to his absence without leave, irrespective of these concerns.
They also discuss the determination that a 25% reduction in compensation should apply under the Polkey principle and the importance of only treating an Occupational Health report as advice, as it cannot replace the responsibility fo...
2023-03-0928 minHaving A NatteRRHaving a NatteRR - Series 8 Episode 4This week Simon and David discuss the case of Mrs V Nimoni v London Borough of Croydon.
They discuss the successful claims for unfair dismissal, failure to make reasonable adjustments and discrimination arising from a disability.
The Claimant worked as a Travel Trainer. The Claimant later became unable to work in this role because of her disability.
They discuss the Respondent’s failure to make reasonable adjustments by not adjusting its redeployment policy to allow the Claimant to move into a vacant role at her level, instead making the Claimant apply for the ro...
2023-02-2418 minHaving A NatteRRHaving a NatteRR - Series 8 Episode 3This week Simon and David discuss the case of Ms T Webb v London Underground Ltd, in which the Claimant alleged unfair dismissal and race discrimination.
The Claimant’s dismissal was because of posts on social media that the Respondent determined were offensive, inflammatory, and racially divisive following the death of George Floyd, in breach of their policies and guidance.
The Tribunal agreed with the Respondent’s determination of the Claimant’s activity on social media. The Tribunal also found that the Claimant was not the subject of racial discrimination.
The claimant was, howeve...
2023-02-1717 minHaving A NatteRRHaving a NatteRR - Series 8 Episode 2This week Simon and David discuss the case of Earl Shilton Town Council v Ms K Miller.
They discuss the Employment Appeal Tribunal judgment regarding the provision of inadequate toilet facilities for women.
They discuss this in the context of the EAT finding that the Tribunal did not err in law in finding that this subjected the Claimant to direct sex discrimination.
The case involved whether the treatment of women in accessing toilet facilities, notably involving a risk of seeing a man using the urinals, amounted to a detriment because of sex.
2023-02-0907 minHaving A NatteRRHaving a NatteRR - Series 8 - Episode1This week in the first episode of a brand-new series, Simon and David discuss the case of Mr A Tunnicliff v Baytree Car Sales and others.
They discuss the case and the findings of unfair and wrongful dismissal.
They also discuss the fact that the Respondent’s main witness was away on a cruise at the time of the Hearing, meaning that no live evidence was given on behalf of the Respondent, as well as the Tribunal finding that there had been falsification of evidence.
They consider this in the context of the Tri...
2023-02-0119 min
watch this.47. Wreck-It Ralph (Rich Moore)This past week marked 10 years since the most slept-on modern movie in the Disney canon was first unleashed onto the world. Wreck-It Ralph has everything you could ever ask for in a Disney movie: funny moments, great characters/dynamics, an emotional core, cameos from video game characters, fun in-jokes, John C. Reilly… in other words, pure perfection.
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Intro song: chief. – ashes
Outro song: Topaz Gang - AU...
2022-11-111h 43Having A NatteRRHaving a NatteRR - Series 7 Episode 3
This week Simon and David talk about the case of X v Y & Z, in which a female executive who was bombarded with peach emojis by her boss and was eventually awarded £420,000 after successfully claiming sex-related harassment and victimisation.
We will discuss the harassment suffered by the claimant, as well as the problems the Respondent caused itself by its approach to the grievance investigation.
David and Simon also tell you why they can’t tell you the name of the case; in short, they don’t want to go to jail.
2022-11-0323 minHaving A NatteRRHaving a NatteRR Series 7 Episode 2In this week’s case Simon and David discuss the case of Mr D Duployen v Whyte & Mackay Ltd.
This week’s case reiterates the importance of properly exploring reasonable adjustments and working with an employee collaboratively to reduce the impact of their absences.
They also consider how a blanket approach to absence management and trigger points will rarely be reasonable.
The Tribunal in this case upheld that the absence trigger points were a PCP which placed the employee at a substantial disadvantage, with the employer having no mechanism to account for disability or d...
2022-10-2514 minHaving A NatteRRHaving a NatteRR - Series 7 Episode 1In this week’s podcast Simon and David discuss the case of Mr D Finch v Clegg Gifford & Co Ltd and S Bellamy.
The Claimant brought claims of direct discrimination and harassment on age and disability grounds, discrimination arising from a disability, failure to make reasonable adjustments and victimisation.
Simon and David discuss the details of the claims, noting that not all claims succeeded.
They also provide their views on dealing with difficult and sensitive topics, including working with the employee to resolve any concerns.
This week’s case also serves as a...
2022-10-1015 minHaving A NatteRRHaving a NatteRR - Series 6 Episode 8This week on the podcast Simon and David discuss the case of Miss M Doran v Pearl Holdings NW Limited.
They discuss the Claimant's intermittent chronic migraines amounting to a disability and the Tribunal's finding of a failure to make reasonable adjustments by her employer.
They discuss this in the context of the Claimant's employer refusing to let the Claimant leave her shift early due to her migraine, saying it was 'tough'.
The Claimant was subsequently forced to sit in a stock room where she lost her balance and was left lying on th...
2022-07-2208 minHaving A NatteRRHaving a NatteRR - Series 6 Episode 7This week Simon and David discuss the case of Mrs Regnante v Essex Cares Ltd.
We discuss the judgment upholding the Claimant’s Constructive (Unfair) Dismissal claim relating to the Covid-19 pandemic and the Claimant requesting to work from home due to her husband’s clinically extremely vulnerable status.
We discuss the Tribunal’s assessment of the employer’s decision not to allow the Claimant to continue working from home, despite the government guidance in place at the time.
We also consider the contradicting options the Claimant was provided with by her employer, of takin...
2022-07-1215 minHaving A NatteRRHaving a NatteRR - Series 6 Episode 6This week, Simon, David, and Imogen discuss the case of Miss Allen v Primark Stores Limited.
We discuss the Claimant’s successful appeal to the EAT and the decision that in claims for indirect discrimination, the comparison pool should be matched to the relevant provision, criterion, or practice (PCP).
The case involved the Claimant making a flexible working request and having a requirement imposed on her to guarantee her availability to work the late shift on Thursdays each week.
The Claimant argued that this put her, as a woman, at a substantial disadvantage gi...
2022-04-2909 minHaving A NatteRRHaving a NatteRR- Series 6 Episode 5This week, Simon, David, and Imogen discuss the case of Catriona Robinson v Mind Monmouthshire Ltd.
The former employee of Mind, mental health charity, succeeded in her claims for automatic unfair dismissal (public interest disclosures), failure to make reasonable adjustments and victimisation.
We discuss the issues in the case, focussing on the need to address bullying and harassment in the workplace and the need for employers to have clear policies on acceptable workplace behaviour.
We also highlight the need to provide up to date training to equip managers on how to properly deal...
2022-03-1808 minHaving A NatteRRHaving a NatteRR - Series 6 Episode 4In the latest episode of this series, Simon, David, and Imogen discuss the case of Cassidy v Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd.
The case involved the dismissal of Miss Cassidy for eating a chocolate bar and giving some to a customer, caught on CCTV, with the chocolate bar believed to be the stock of Iceland.
We discuss the issues in the case, focussing on the flaws of the investigation conducted into the suspected theft of stock, representing gross misconduct.
We discuss the importance of clearly outlining the allegations to the employee under investigation and...
2022-03-0113 minHaving A NatteRRHaving a NatteRR - Series 6 Episode 3In the third episode of this series, Simon, David, and Imogen discuss the rules on taking evidence from abroad via video conference in the Employment Tribunal.
We discuss the case of Agbabiaka, which is about the process for what you need to do if witnesses you intend to call will be out of the country, but are otherwise available and willing to give evidence virtually.
We also discuss the relevance of the case in the context of Covid-19 disrupting travel plans and placing a particular emphasis on the need for evidence to be given virtually....
2022-02-2308 minHaving A NatteRRHaving a NatteRR - Series 6 Episode 2In the second episode of our new series, Simon, David and Imogen discuss the Employment Tribunal case of Allette v Scarsdale Grange Nursing Home Ltd.
We discuss the case, including how a situation will be assessed when a mandatory vaccination requirement has been adopted by an employer before the appropriate legislation has been introduced to mandate that.
We also discuss the relevance of the case in the context of the recent changes in government policy on the compulsory vaccination mandate in the health and social care sector.
2022-02-0318 minHaving A NatteRRHaving a NatteRR - Series 6 Episode 1This week, in the first episode of the series, Simon, David and Imogen discuss the Employment Tribunal case of Ms D Fitzpatrick v The Scottish Ministers.
We discuss the issues in the case, including the Claimant's allegations that she was "restrained" by male colleagues in December 2010, as a lesson to "keep her mouth shut" after blowing the whistle about a toxic workplace culture.
The Respondent's case was that they had dismissed Fitzpatrick for gross misconduct, stating she had intentionally lied about the date of the incident and forged emails.
We discuss the Tribunal's fi...
2022-02-0307 min
The Lead Sponsor - Real Estate Investing Through Syndications and FundsAn Introduction to Short Term Rental Investing - with Ralph DiBugnara | TLS158Ralph DiBugnara is a successful serial entrepreneur and real estate expert. He holds the prestigious roles of President of Home Qualified, a digital resource for buyers and sellers, and Vice President at Cardinal Financial, a nationally recognized mortgage loan company. With his expertise this led him to start a series called The Real Estate Disruptors, where he interviews guests on investing, property guidance and advice.Join Our Passive Investor NetworkDownload Our Passive Investor Guide to Multifamily SyndicationsWE DISCUSS:The mistakes that he made early on.How his mortgage...
2021-12-3129 minHaving A NatteRRHaving a NatteRR - Series 5 Episode 7This week, Simon, David and Imogen discuss the Employment Tribunal case of Miss A Curtis v Milltek Sport Ltd in the final episode of this year’s series.
We discuss the issues in the case, focussing on the Claimant’s public interest disclosure that the Managing Director of the company was fraudulently using a company credit card. This included that he was using funds to upgrade to business class on flights, pay for parts on his vehicle and buy gifts for his partner.
We provide our insight on five key ways to investigate disclosures of this...
2021-11-1113 minHaving A NatteRRHaving a NatteRR - Series 5 Episode 6This week, Simon, David, and Imogen discuss the Employment Tribunal case of Mr L Marana v University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire NHS Trust.
We discuss the issues in the case, including the Claimant’s dismissal for gross misconduct due to his 'pattern of inappropriate and unwanted behaviour' towards a young healthcare assistant in his team.
We focus on the Claimant’s claims that the allegations he faced, such as his attempting to kiss the assistant on the lips numerous times, were a ‘cultural norm’.
We each give the others’ view on the Tribunal’s findings tha...
2021-10-2912 minHaving A NatteRRHaving a NatteRR - Series 5 Episode 5This week, Simon, David and Imogen discuss the Employment Tribunal case of Jasmine Stunell v Leo Bancroft Salon Ltd.
We discuss the issues in the case, focussing on the Claimant’s claims of age discrimination in respect of comments made to her when she was 16 years old, including ‘grow up’ and ‘pull yourself together’.
We each give the others’ view on the Tribunal’s findings that the remarks complained of are not intrinsically linked to age.
David also expresses his anger towards the automated voices for zoom and lifts.
2021-10-2109 minHaving A NatteRRHaving a NatteRR - Series 5 - Episode 4This week David and Imogen discuss the Employment Tribunal case of Mrs R Malone v The Chief Constable of the Police Service of Scotland. We discuss the issues in the case, focussing on the findings of the Tribunal that there was a ‘sexist boys’ club culture’ within the armed response vehicle unit. We go on to discuss further findings that much of the witnesses’ evidence for the Police, which included high ranking officers, was deemed not credible.
The Tribunal dismissed the Claimant’s claim of sex discrimination but upheld her complaint of victimisation.
We also discuss up...
2021-10-1310 minHaving A NatteRRHaving a NatteRR - Series 5 Episode 3This week Simon, David and Imogen discuss the Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) case of Moore v Phoenix Product Development Limited. We discuss the issues of the case, focusing on the Employee who was dismissed not having been afforded an appeal. The dismissal was found to be reasonable in all the circumstances and ultimately it was found that an appeal was not necessary on the facts.
We discussed the importance of the facts of the case in the EAT arriving at this decision, including that this was a dismissal for some other substantial reason (SOSR). We discuss the...
2021-10-0416 minHaving A NatteRRHaving a NatteRR - Series 5 Episode 2This week Simon, David and Imogen discuss the case of Lacatus v Barclays Execution Services Limited. The case had many issues, but we focus on the Tribunal’s findings that the male line manager of the female Claimant, in referring to women as “birds”, subjected the Claimant to direct sex discrimination. The Tribunal found that “the use of the phrase ‘bird’ was a misplaced use of irony which inadvertently caused offence”, thus demonstrating that it is the effect on the individual that is usually relevant in discrimination or harassment claims, rather than the intention of the perpetrator.
We also explor...
2021-09-2313 minHaving A NatteRRHaving a NatteRR - Series 5 - Episode 1The podcast returns this week with a brand new series of 'Having a NatteRR'!
This week for the first episode, Simon, David and Imogen discuss the case of Mr David Seccombe v Reed in Partnership Ltd. They discuss the case concerning whether the Claimant had a disability and the fundamental distinction between a Claimant having a disability and the Respondent (Employer) being aware of that disability, including where this has not been disclosed by the Employee at the outset of employment.
2021-09-1713 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 4: Episode 7Having A NatteRR returns with a brand new episode.
This week, Simon, David and Imogen discuss the case of Flatman v Essex County Council. In this case, the Employment Appeal Tribunal held that an Employment Tribunal had erred by failing to identify whether a fundamental breach of contract by an employer had occurred before the point of an employee's resignation and reaffirmed that, once committed, a fundamental breach cannot be cured.
2021-05-1412 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 4: Episode 6Robinson Ralph is back with a brand new episode of 'Having A NatteRR'.This week, David, Jane, and Imogen discuss the case of Aylott v BPP University Limited. In this case, the Employment Tribunal awarded the Claimant, a former employment law lecturer who suffered with depression and anxiety, £168,047.40 after finding that she had been constructively and unfairly dismissed following the Respondent's lack of action and a failure to make reasonable adjustments by neither reducing her workload, nor supporting her.
2021-05-0712 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR with Carolyn Hobdey - Part 2The second part of Robinson Ralph's special episode of ‘Having A NatteRR’ featuring the wonderful Carolyn Hobdey.
If you or your organisation wish to contact Robinson Ralph for general or specific employment law advice, please get in touch at info@robinsonralph.com.
2021-04-3012 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR with Carolyn Hobdey - Part 1Robinson Ralph presents a special episode of ‘Having A NatteRR’ featuring the wonderful Carolyn Hobdey.
Simon, David and Carolyn discuss the issue of bullying and grievances within HR and the particular strains and stresses which individuals who work within HR have faced, and are continuing to face in the current climate.
More specifically, they discuss:
How to navigate bullying accusations;
What to do when a grievance is levelled against HR; and
The importance of self-care within HR when it comes to burn out and stress.
With Carolyn’s wide range of experience, particularly in rel...
2021-04-3016 min
Having A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 4: Episode6Robinson Ralph is back with a brand new episode of 'Having A NatteRR'.This week, David, Jane, and Imogen discuss the case of Aylott v BPP University Limited. In this case, the Employment Tribunal awarded the Claimant, a former employment law lecturer who suffered with depression and anxiety, £168,047.40 after finding that she had been constructively and unfairly dismissed following the Respondent's lack of action and a failure to make reasonable adjustments by neither reducing her workload, nor supporting her.As you may have gathered, Simon is not on this particular episode. As a result, the chances are that you mig...
2021-03-1814 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 4: Episode 5Robinson Ralph return for a special episode of 'Having A NatteRR'.
This week, Simon, David, Jane and Samuel are joined by Catrin Asbrey, Group HR Director to talk about Sellers v Doers in the workplace.
It will be obvious to the listener that Catrin elevates the podcast to a far more respectable level with her insightful contributions about a very interesting topic. It was a pleasure to have Catrin on the podcast and we look forward to hopefully welcoming her back on a future episode.
2021-03-0218 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 4: Episode 4Robinson Ralph is back with another episode of 'Having A NatteRR'.
Simon, David, Jane and Samuel discuss the case of Hurley v East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust. In this case, the Employment Tribunal upheld the Claimant's claim for constructive unfair dismissal after she resigned following a series of events, which included being the subject of a "practical joke" when her manager tricked her into believing that she had to deliver a 3 hour presentation the following day.
Simon talks about what he got for his birthday this week and we also explore the links that Samuel...
2021-02-1210 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 4: Episode3Robinson Ralph returns for yet another episode of 'Having A NatteRR'.
Simon, David, Jane and Samuel discuss the case of Austin v A1M Retro Classics Limited. In this case, the Employment Tribunal awarded the Claimant £28,560.00 after finding that he had been unfairly dismissed by the Respondent, which had accused him of breaching its social media policy as a result of a post on Facebook.
Everyone reveals their middle name (apart from Jane who mysteriously doesn’t have one) and there’s a bit of a chat about snow. Truly ground-breaking stuff!
2021-02-0513 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 4: Episode 2Robinson Ralph is back with a brand new episode of 'Having A NatteRR'.
Simon, David and Samuel are joined by Jane this week in her debut appearance on the podcast to talk about the case of Pamment v Renewi Services UK Limited. In this case, the Employment Tribunal held that the Claimant, who was a recycling worker for the Respondent, was unfairly dismissed despite failing a random drugs test.
Jane talks about who her favourite contributor to the podcast has been until now and there is also a bit of a chat about sweets.
2021-01-2913 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 4: Episode 1Robinson Ralph is back for a brand new series of 'Having A NatteRR'.
Simon, David and Samuel kick off the new series by discussing the case of Rawal v Royal Mail Group Limited. In this case, the Employment Tribunal awarded the Claimant, who was a postman, £37,720.98 after finding that he had been unfairly dismissed by the Respondent for urinating while on his round.
There’s also a brief and rare appearance from Juliet on the podcast as well as a rambling and uninformed discussion about coconuts, which we think Dave has got confused with bowling bal...
2021-01-2212 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - The Christmas Party EpisodeAs a special treat for anyone who follows this absolute shambles of a podcast, Simon, David and Samuel present a special episode of 'Having A NatteRR'.
The guys talk about their views on and experiences of workplace Christmas parties. They've actually surprised themselves a little bit in that they think this episode is quite decent and they don't completely regret having recorded it. As always though, you can be the judge of whether they should or not!
2020-12-1713 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 3: Episode 8Robinson Ralph returns for the final episode in Series 3 of ‘Having A NatteRR'.
Simon, David and Samuel discuss the case of Crompton v Eden Private Staff Limited. In this case, an Employment Tribunal awarded £900 to the 57-year-old Claimant who was the victim of age discrimination and harassment due to being repeatedly asked by her boss if she was having "a senior moment".
Samuel also shares some good news about his new house and David mentions that he went for a walk last weekend.
Enthralling stuff as usual.
2020-12-0412 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 3: Episode 7Robinson Ralph is back with a brand new episode of ‘Having A NatteRR’.
Simon, David and Samuel discuss the case of Mehdinejad v Royal Mail. In this case, an Employment Tribunal ordered the Respondent to pay the Claimant £14,000 in compensation for disability harassment. The Claimant suffers from ADHD, dyslexia and dyspraxia. A manager for the Respondent approached the Claimant and both insulted and intimidated him by repeatedly referring to him as “dodgy”.
Simon also talks about his former dream of becoming a pilot and how he would transform the designs of fighter jets. A very unique di...
2020-11-1912 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 3: Episode 6Robinson Ralph bring you another edition of its unforgettable podcast, ‘Having A NatteRR’.
Simon, David and Samuel discuss the case of Ryan v South West Ambulance Services NHS Trust. In this case, the Employment Appeal Tribunal were asked to consider the question of whether a talent pool created by an employer and comprising mainly of employees below the age of 55, was indirectly discriminatory against an employee on the grounds of age.
There’s also a bit of a chat about sweets, chocolate and wine. If that isn’t a winning combination then who knows what is?
2020-10-1517 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 3: Episode 5The Robinson Ralph gang are back with a brand new episode of ‘Having A NatteRR’.
Simon, David and Samuel discuss the case of BC v Chief Constable of the Police Service of Scotland. This case concerned a number of WhatsApp messages between police officers which were found by an investigating detective and which led to misconduct charges being brought against the officers. The officers brought a petition in the Outer House of the Court of Session complaining that using their WhatsApp messages to bring non-criminal misconduct proceedings against them was a breach of their right to privacy unde...
2020-10-0816 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 3: Episode 4The latest episode of 'Having A NatteRR' is now available.
This week, Simon, David and Samuel discuss the case of Morales v Premier Fruits (Covent Garden) Ltd. In this case, an Employment Tribunal granted interim relief to an employee claiming unfair dismissal who used the assistance of a trade union to bring a grievance about a reduction in wages implemented due to the COVID-19 pandemic and a lack of Personal Protective Equipment.
At the conclusion of the grievance, the Claimant was dismissed, purportedly because he had refused to consent to a pay reduction. The Claimant...
2020-09-1521 min
Having A NatteRRSimon Robinson BBC Radio Leeds InterviewListen to Simon's latest radio interview on BBC Radio Leeds with Stephanie Hirst where he discusses staff asking to remain working at home if they feel uncomfortable working in the office, employers responsibilities to ensure the safety of staff in this new Covid world and worker’s rights if they are returning from abroad and having to quarantine.
2020-08-1808 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 3: Episode 3The latest episode of 'Having A NatteRR' is now available.
This week, Simon, David and Sam discuss the case of Hill v Lloyds Bank Plc. In this case, it was decided by the Employment Appeal Tribunal that requiring an employer to give an undertaking not to make a disabled employee work with colleagues who had allegedly bullied her, or to offer a severance payment if this was not possible, was in fact a reasonable adjustment.
Simon tells us about his recent Twitter success and David talks about the beer he's been brewing.
As...
2020-08-1416 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 3: Episode 2Robinson Ralph returns with yet another episode of 'Having A NatteRR'.
This week, Simon, David and Sam discuss the case of West v Redditch Borough Council. In this case, the Claimant was dismissed after accidentally opening a message on his phone containing footage of a woman making "sexual moans", which was heard by over 100 of his colleagues during a meeting.
The Claimant brought a claim of unfair dismissal and breach of contract and alleged that the noises were from a video of a 'goose honking'.
The Employment Tribunal ruled that 'on the balance...
2020-08-0614 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 3: Episode 1Having A NatteRR returns for a third series which is sure to be filled with the same level of shambolic ramblings as all the other previous episodes!
Such is the reputation of this podcast, apparently even Donald Trump has tried to prevent it from returning while also trying to suspend the US election. The joke is on you though Donald because we're back!
In this episode, Simon, David and Sam discuss the case of Luckham v HSBC Bank PLC & Clegg, where the Claimant was unsuccessful in her claims of sex discrimination, sexual harassment and victimisation...
2020-07-3116 min
Having A NatteRRSimon Interview on LBCListen to Simon's radio interview on LBC with James O'Brien where he discusses the employment law rights of people returning from abroad and being required to self isolate by the government.
2020-07-2705 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 2: Episode 16In the last episode of this series of Having A NatteRR, Simon, David and Samuel discuss what they genuinely believe is a very interesting case. Whether they succeeded in making it interesting to the listener though is another question!
The case in question is Giwa-Amu v DWP, where the Claimant was awarded £243,635 (including £42,800 for injury to feelings) for race and age discrimination.
One of the Claimant's co-workers told her that it was “racist” to say it always rained in Wales. This co-worker also, amongst other things:
• repeatedly accused the Claimant of stealing ice cream desp...
2020-06-0221 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 2: Episode 15Robinson Ralph returns with yet another episode of 'Having A NatteRR'.
This week, Simon, David and Samuel discuss the Court of Appeal's decision in Sattar v Citibank. In this case, it was held that disciplinary action taken part-way through an investigation does not render a dismissal unfair, because a full and fair opportunity was presented to the employee to engage with any new material discovered during the remainder of the investigation.
There are also a number of other discussion points, but the main event is certainly a chat about Sam's very unique problems with the 1998...
2020-05-2617 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 2: Episode 14We're back again with yet another episode of Having A NatteRR, and we've really pushed the boat out on this one!
This week, Simon, David and Samuel discuss the case of Robinson v Mind. In this case, a charity worker won her unfair dismissal claim after being bullied out of her job when she reported colleagues for mocking a disabled woman and insulting the mentally ill.
There is a chat about Sam's upcoming house viewing, as well as what would happen if the next James Bond film was set in a Premier Inn.
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2020-05-1818 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 2: Episode 13Simon, David and Samuel are back with another episode of Having A NatteRR.
We've done quite a few of these now and given the feedback we've had, we think a more appropriate title might now be 'The Podcast That Just Won't Die'!
The case under review in this episode is the Employment Tribunal's decision in Weatherby v Amcrol Limited. This case involved a man who was sexually harassed by a female colleague, which the Respondent was found to be vicariously liable for. Because the Claimant had complained of harassment, the Respondent withdrew a potential alternative v...
2020-05-1317 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 2: Episode 12In this episode, Simon, David and Samuel (but mostly David) talk about the Employment Appeal Tribunal's decision in Williams v Alderman Davies Church in Wales Primary School. In the original Employment Tribunal (ET) decision, the Claimant had been unsuccessful in his claim for constructive unfair dismissal. The ET had decided there was a final act which was entirely innocuous and that the Claimant had not resigned in response to a fundamental breach of contract.
There is also a discussion about middle names and which Star Wars characters Simon, David and Samuel would be. Gripping stuff!
2020-05-0619 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Interview with Danny PosthillIn this special edition of Having A NatteRR, Simon, David and Samuel are joined by comedian and impressionist Danny Posthill.
Danny was a finalist on Britain’s Got Talent in 2015 and his incredibly accurate and hilarious impressions have been entertaining crowds up and down the country and around the world.
With a repertoire that includes Boris Johnson, Donald Trump and loveable Geordie duo Ant and Dec, it’s fair to say that Danny brought some much needed class to what is usually an absolute shambles of a podcast.
We hope you enjoy listening to i...
2020-04-2928 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 2: Episode 11Having A NatteRR continues to light up your lockdown with yet another 'memorable' episode.
This week, Simon, David and Sam discuss the case of Power v Secure Code Warrior Limited. In this case, the Claimant brought claims of sex discrimination, harassment and victimisation against her former employer which were all dismissed at a preliminary hearing. One question for the Employment Tribunal was whether the use of the phrase 'has balls', which was used in reference to the Claimant, amounted to an act of direct sex discrimination and sex-related harassment.
2020-04-2818 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 2: Episode 10The lockdown may have been extended but Having A NatteRR carries on bringing joy (or horror and sheer despair) to your ears!
This week, Simon, David and Sam discuss the case of Allen v Paradigm Precision Burnley Limited & Carl Wheeler. In this case, an employment tribunal ruled that the Claimant had suffered harassment relating to sexual orientation, direct sexual orientation discrimination, victimisation, detrimental treatment for seeking to take additional adoption leave, and constructive unfair dismissal. A total of £174,645 was ordered to be paid to the Claimant by the first Respondent.
2020-04-2115 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Interview with Ann Francke OBE (Chief Executive of the Chartered Management Institute)In a special edition of Having A NatteRR, Robinson Ralph were honoured to talk with Ann Francke OBE who is the Chief Executive of the Chartered Management Institute. Ann provided great insight into how managers and leaders should help their employees through the COVID-19 crisis and gave a few hints and tips as to what to think about.
We would also strongly recommend that you check out the Chartered Management Institute's webpage on leadership during the COVID-19 crisis. Click here to view the webpage.
2020-04-0924 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 2: Episode 9You'll be pleased to know that Robinson Ralph has found something to talk about which is not related to COVID-19. This week, Simon, David and Samuel discuss the Supreme Court's recent decision in WM Morrison Supermarkets plc (Appellant) v Various Claimants (Respondents).
In this case, Morrisons won its appeal on vicarious liability as the Supreme Court ruled that the online disclosure of payroll data was not an act that an employee ('S') was authorised to do. They also ruled that a temporal or causal connection alone does not satisfy the test and that it was highly material wh...
2020-04-0621 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Webinar: Furloughed WorkersIn response the developing situation in the world of employment law regarding COVID-19, Robinson Ralph held a webinar which addressed questions on the Coronavirus Jobs Retention Scheme which allows employers to designate some employees as Furloughed Workers.
Questions included:
What does 'Furloughed Worker' mean?
What does it mean for your organisation?
What do you need to do?
We hope you find this podcast version of our webinar useful.
2020-03-2440 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 2: Episode 8Despite being in three separate locations this week, the Robinson Ralph team discuss the case of Neave v N & C Pubs Ltd (in liquidation). This case involved a kitchen porter who was dismissed after starting his annual leave a day earlier than he was authorised to. The Employment Tribunal found the decision to dismiss was “procedurally inept” and that the porter had been unfairly dismissed.
2020-03-1917 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 2: Episode 7Taking a break from tradition, the Robinson Ralph boys had a "helpful" discussion about Coronavirus and came up with some suggestions that employers may wish to consider incorporating within the workplace.
2020-03-0929 min
Having A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 2: Episode 6Up for discussion this week is the case of Uddin v London Borough of Ealing. In this case, the Employment Appeal Tribunal ruled that an employee had been unfairly dismissed due to the failure of an investigating officer to tell a dismissing manager that the victim of an alleged sexual assault by the dismissed employee had withdrawn her complaint to the police.
2020-02-2727 min
A Better HR BusinessEpisode 40 [Employment Law] Simon Robinson of Robinson RalphSimon Robinson and the team at the specialist employment law firm, Robinson Ralph, are very different indeed.
Find out how and why in today's episode.
Show notes here.
2020-02-2638 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 2: Episode 5The brand new episode of Series 2 of Having A NatteRR features a discussion about the recent Preliminary Hearing in the case of Khan v Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), which has ultimately led the CPS to consider making an application to restrict a prolific complainant from bringing further proceedings without permission.
2020-02-1822 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 2: Episode 4Under the microscope this week is the recent case of Rae v Wellhead Electrical Supplies Limited. The former managing director of a company resigned in anger by telling another director “I won’t be back”. He was then prevented from retracting his resignation by the company’s board of directors.
Whilst agreeing that the resignation “amounted to an apparently unambiguous resignation”, the judge found that the company should have thought more given the circumstances before terminating the managing director’s employment. The managing director’s claim of unfair dismissal was upheld.
There are quite a few take away po...
2020-02-1226 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 2: Episode 3This week, Robinson Ralph discuss the case of Munro v Sampson Coward LLP. This case involved a legal secretary who claimed to have suffered age discrimination after being asked by colleagues about her 50th birthday and receiving a birthday card from those same colleagues. The claim was struck out due to an 'unusual and extreme’ sensitivity to the legal secretary's age. We thought it would make for an interesting discussion so we sure hope that you all agree.
2020-01-2215 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 2: Episode 2In the second episode of Series 2 of Having A NatteRR, we discuss the case of Sunshine Hotel v Goddard in which the Employment Appeal Tribunal held that there will not always be a requirement that an employer hold an investigation meeting before holding a disciplinary meeting in order for a dismissal to be fair.
2020-01-1412 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 2: Episode 1Guess who's back with a brand new podcast! That's right, it's the return of 'Having A NatteRR' as Simon, Dave and Sam bring you the first instalment of Series 2 of our mind-numbing ramblings.
As it's all anybody in the world of Employment Law wants to talk about at the moment, this episode discusses the very recent ruling in Casamitjana v League Against Cruel Sports and the recognition of "ethical veganism" as a philosophical belief protected under the Equality Act.
The boys also have a bit of a chat about the recently published judgment in Forstater...
2020-01-1026 min
It's A Wonderful PodcastWreck-It Ralph (2012) - Morgan Hasn't Seen: Disney EP42Welcome to another episode of Morgan Hasn't Seen with Jeannine Brice & Morgan Robinson!!
Happy 2020 to all you wonderful people!! Jeannine are Morgan are back talking Disney movies and mixing it in with some video games this week as Morgan watched WRECK-IT RALPH (2012) for the first time!!
Jeannine loves games that Morgan finds too difficult. Morgan loves games that Jeannine finds too boring. Neither of them are good at First Person Shooters. This year has started just as the last one ended with plenty of nonsense on the silliest show on the feed!!
Remember...
2020-01-011h 03Having A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Webinar: Employers: Keep Calm and Listen to Sexual Harassment ClaimsSimon is joined by special guest and expert on harassment Animah Kosai to discuss the issue of sexual harassment within the workplace.
*Apologies for any audio difficulties that you may experience.
2019-12-1833 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Webinar: Grievance Investigations and HearingsHow to handle and conduct grievance investigations and hearings are covered in this webinar by Simon. There are a number of useful insights and a few hints and tips along the way.
*Apologies for any audio difficulties that you may experience.
2019-12-1829 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Webinar: Harassment and BullyingIn this webinar, Simon discusses the important and sensitive issues concerning Harassment and Bullying within the workplace.
*Apologies for any audio difficulties that you may experience.
2019-12-1831 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Webinar: Managing Sickness AbsenceSimon discusses particular sticking points when it comes to employers effectively dealing with and managing sickness absences.
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2019-12-1831 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Webinar: Menopause in the WorkplaceSimon and Dave are joined by their special guest in the form of Human Resources Director Carolyn Hobdey to discuss the important issue of Menopause in the Workplace.
*Apologies for any audio difficulties that you may experience.
2019-12-1837 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Webinar: RedundancySimon and Dave chat about and provide a useful insight into the topic of Redundancy.
*Apologies for any audio difficulties that you may experience.
2019-12-1829 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Christmas EpisodeJoin us for the final episode in this first series of the Robinson Ralph podcasts in which the boys talk about the potential perils of Christmas parties.
2019-12-0219 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 1: Episode 8In the penultimate episode of the series, the Robinson Ralph boys discuss the case of Aplin v The Governing Body of Tywyn Primary School in which an award of £696,255.65 was made by an employment tribunal. Plenty to explore and discuss.
2019-11-2518 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 1: Episode 7The boys have a special guest this week as Carloyn Hobdey joins in the conversation to discuss the recent case of Forbes v LHR Airport and to share some of her experiences whilst bringing some much-needed class to the whole sorry shambles.
2019-11-1329 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 1: Episode 6In this episode, the boys have what could be described as their most serious conversation yet about the case of Brooks v Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust. Well, it's safe to say that at least 30 seconds are serious before normal service is resumed.
2019-11-0524 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 1: Episode 5This week, the Robinson Ralph boys have a go at discussing the case of Dronsfield v University of Reading in addition to the usual shenanigans that have come to be expected from episodes of Having A NatteRR.
2019-10-2818 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 1: Episode 4Here is the fourth edition of the Robinson Ralph podcast. This week, the boys discuss the recent decision in Case v Tai Tarian in addition to sharing some of their impressions...whether they are any good or not though is still a question to be decided!
2019-10-2122 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 1: Episode 3The third edition of the Robinson Ralph podcast where we discuss the case of Mackereth v Department of Work and Pensions.
2019-10-1615 minHaving A NatteRRHaving A NatteRR - Series 1: Episode 2Here is the second edition of the Robinson Ralph podcast where we discuss the case of Hoch v Thor Atkinson Steel Fabrications where an employee was subjected to racial and homophobic abuse by his employer that left him “terrified.”
2019-10-0417 min
Rebelpreneur Radio with Ralph BrogdenJennifer Lynn Robinson: How to Make Your Networking Work for YouJennifer Lynn Robinson is the CEO of Purposeful Networking. She conducts keynotes, workshops and seminars assisting companies, non-profits, universities and conferences to help ensure your networking is working for you. Jennifer is also the President of FemCity Philadelphia, a women's business networking organization with 1800+ members. Jennifer is a contributor for The Huffington Post and has been highlighted in both local and national media.Learn more at http://purposefulnetworking.com.Rebelpreneur Radio with Ralph Brogdenhttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/rebelpreneur-radio-with-ralph-brogden/
2018-01-2525 min
Sensory Strides podcastheart rate training; Winter People; Homegoing; Cliff Ravenscraft; Phil Mershon; Starbucks; Another Mother Runner; Ralph Waldo EmersonDo not follow where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail. – Ralph Waldo Emerson Another Mother Runner heart rate training https://trainlikeamother.club/ The Winter People by Jennifer McMahon http://amzn.to/2gWw9Hk Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi http://amzn.to/2ePCd3I Podcast Episode from Cliff Ravenscraft: http://podcastanswerman.com/513/ Phil’s website: http://maninthepew.com/home/ Starbucks Find us on social media! Facebook fb.me/sensorystrides Twitter @sensorystrides We are a...
2017-09-1204 min
Ralph Nader Radio HourRandall Robinson, Antonin Scalia, William JanssenAuthor and human rights activist, Randall Robinson, tells us about the Clintons’ ties to the private prison industry, while law professor William Janssen argues that pharmaceutical companies have a “duty” to sell live saving medicines. Plus, Ralph gives us his take on the legacy of late Supreme Court Justice, Antonin Scalia. Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe
2016-02-2057 min