Best Young Professionals Committee Podcasts (2025)

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R U OK? Day Special with Professor David Heilpern and Melissa Sadlo 46:51

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To mark R U OK? Day, The Callover presents a special reprise of an episode from our first season, featuring two guests who share their insights on managing mental health to sustain a long and fulfilling legal career. First, you’ll hear from Professor David Heilpern, a former magistrate now working in academia, who will also be a guest panellist at …

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Conflict of interest, with Stafford Shepherd 16:58

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On this episode of The Callover, we are once again joined by Stafford Shepherd, the Principal Ethics and Practice Counsel of the Queensland Law Society Ethics and Practice Centre and the Legal Practitioner Director of QLS Solicitor Support Pty Ltd, a wholly owned incorporated legal practice of QLS. Stafford talks about conflicts of interest – inclu…

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Championing the Regions with Former Judge Alexander (Sandy) Horneman-Wren SC 52:32

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On this episode of The Callover, we are thrilled to speak with Former Judge Alexander (Sandy) Horneman-Wren SC. A champion of all things regional Queensland – whether that be the development of the legal profession or the arts – he is known for his excellent humour, generosity of spirit and eloquence. Former Judge Horneman-Wren was called to the ba…

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Inspiring the next generation with Judge Jarro 44:39

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On this episode of The Callover we have the immense privilege of speaking with Judge Nathan Jarro. Prior to his appointment to the bench, Judge Jarro practiced as a solicitor, a barrister and a deputy public interest monitor. He has also served as a member of various tribunals, including the Children Services Tribunal, the Mental Health Review Trib…

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The Art of Taking Witness Statements with Emma Hoiberg 43:39

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On this episode of The Callover, we are joined by Emma Hoiberg, Barrister at Level 17 Chambers, to discuss preparing high-quality witness statements — a fundamental skill for effective litigation. Emma’s legal career has spanned a range of impressive roles — from Associate to a High Court Judge, to solicitor at Clayton Utz, and policy officer at th…

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Protecting Legal Professional Privilege, with Stafford Shepherd 24:57

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On this episode of The Callover, we speak with Stafford Shepherd, the Principal Ethics Solicitor of the Queensland Law Society Ethics and Practice Centre and the foundation Legal Practitioner Director of QLS Solicitor Support Pty Ltd, a wholly owned incorporated legal practice of QLS, about what Legal Professional Privilege is, why it is such a fun…

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Stop and Think with Peter Applegarth AM 51:54

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On this episode of The Callover, Peter Applegarth, a retired Justice of the Supreme Court of Queensland, takes us inside the mind of a judge. He shares important insights on how judges deal with problems such as information overload, time-pressured decision-making and cognitive biases. He also explains the importance of lawyers crafting submissions…

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Billing 101, with Stafford Shepherd 31:10

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On this episode of The Callover, we speak with Stafford Shepherd, the Principal Ethics and Practice Counsel of the Queensland Law Society Ethics and Practice Centre and the Legal Practitioner Director of QLS Solicitor Support Pty Ltd, a wholly owned incorporated legal practice of QLS, about the fundamentals of billing as a legal practitioner. Billi…

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Changing the Game, with Moya Dodd 46:38

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On this episode of The Callover, to celebrate International Women’s Day for 2025, we have the privilege of speaking with a trailblazer for women in sport and the legal profession, Moya Dodd AO. Moya has been a Matilda, a football administrator and is now a partner at Gilbert & Tobin. In 2018, she was ranked 7th in Forbes list of Most Powerful Women…

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Getting the most out of psychiatric evidence with Honourable Justice Elizabeth Wilson and Dr Jane Phillips 38:15

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On this episode of The Callover, we are joined the Honourable Justice Elizabeth Wilson and Dr Jane Phillips to discuss the value of expert psychiatric evidence in legal proceedings. Justice Wilson graduated with a Bachelor of Laws (with Honours) at the Queensland University of Technology in 1995, was admitted to the Bar the following year and, in 2…

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Artificial Intelligence and the law, with Edward Santow 1:02:51

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On this episode of The Callover, we speak with Edward Santow, a leading voice in human rights and technology to explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and the law, human rights and ethics. We discuss how artificial intelligence is reshaping the legal landscape, the challenges it presents, and the opportunities it offers for the future …

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Dissent, Democratic Ideals and Delivering Justice: A Conversation with Michael Kirby AC CMG 57:32

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In our season finale for 2024, we have the immense honour of speaking with the Honourable Justice Michael Kirby AC CGM. Michael Kirby is a man who needs no introduction. He was called to the Bar in 1967, and in 1975, became the youngest man to hold a federal judicial office when he was appointed as the Deputy President of the Australian Conciliatio…

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More than a game: Exploring the intersection between sport and law, with Ben Ihle KC 45:53

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On this episode of The Callover, we speak with Ben Ihle KC, about what sports law actually is and the key legal issues that arise within it. Ben was admitted in 2004, called to the bar the following year and made silk in 2020. He has cultivated a broad practice with a particular focus on tort, criminal, administrative and sports law and appears at …

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Beyond the Headlines: Understanding Defamation, with Gavin Rebetzke 54:26

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On this episode of The Callover, we speak with Gavin Rebetzke about the key principles of defamation law, along with some of the recent cases in this space. Gavin grew up in Townsville, studied at James Cook University and the University of Queensland before undertaking his articles at Roberts & Kane Solicitors in 1993. He was admitted in 1995 and …

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The lawyer who ran around the world, with Tim Franklin 42:09

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As we continue this month of promoting health and wellbeing in the profession, we speak with Tim Franklin, the lawyer turned ultra-marathon runner, triathlon coach and motivational speaker who has recently become one of 8 people to have quite literally run around the world. Join us as we discuss his incredible adventure and what we, as a profession…

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Young Migration Lawyer Making a Difference, with Palwasha Nawabi 25:02

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Palwasha Nawabi is part of a generation of young lawyers seeking to make a positive impact on society. In 2023, Palwasha was awarded the Law Council of Australia – Australian Young Lawyers Award in recognition of her significant achievement in leading the operational and administrative aspect of a pro bono initiative which resulted in the successfu…

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Prioritising Wellness this RUOK Day, with Desi Vlahos 52:49

1y ago52:49

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To mark RUOK Day 2024, we speak with Desi Vlahos, a lawyer, academic and two-time recipient of the Women in Law Award for “Wellness Advocate of the Year”. As a mental health first aider, the founder of Wellceum, a company that aims to help other organisations improve wellbeing, health and safety outcomes, and a Commissioner of the International Bar…

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Keep the Fire Burning this NAIDOC Week, with Justice Crowley 49:07

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In celebration of NAIDOC Week, we have the pleasure of speaking with the Honourable Justice Lincoln Crowley. His Honour grew up in Charters Towers and is a proud descendant of the Warramunga peoples. Since joining the legal profession in 1996, Justice Crowley has had a varied and impressive career. He has worked at the Aboriginal and Torres Strait …

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Insights into Legal Aid Queensland and the work of Independent Children’s Lawyers with Nicky Davies 29:51

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Nicky Davies is a Family Lawyer, Independent Children’s Lawyer, and Chief Executive Officer of Legal Aid Queensland. Earlier this year, she was recognised for her contribution to the legal profession when she was awarded the Queensland Law Society’s President’s Medal. On this episode of The Callover, we discuss the work of Legal Aid and explore the…

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Lessons for lawyers from Robodebt with Justin Greggery KC 43:01

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The Robodebt Scheme, introduced in late 2016, used income averaging techniques derived from data held by the ATO to raise debts and implement a reverse onus on recipients to disprove the amounts owed. The Scheme was ultimately found to have been unlawful and the failings of the scheme were far reaching. On this episode of The Callover, hear from Ju…

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Insights into the Queensland Law Reform Commission with Chair Fleur Kingham 31:53

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On this episode of The Callover, we have the Honourable Fleur Kingham to discuss her life in the law, her most recent appointment as Chair of the Queensland Law Reform Commission, and the criminal defences review that is currently underway. Chair Kingham’s extensive contributions to the legal community in Queensland are quite remarkable. She gradua…

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Inspiring Inclusion this International Women's Day with Michelle May AM KC 25:17

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On this International Women's Day, we celebrate the extraordinary strides of women across social, economic, cultural, legal, and political spheres. In keeping with this spirit, we bring you a true leader of the legal profession, the Honorable Michelle May AM KC, on The Callover podcast to take us through her life in the law. Michelle was admitted t…

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Unpacking the Job Readiness Survey with Rolf Moses 32:16

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On this episode of The Callover, we speak with the Queensland Law Society’s outgoing CEO Rolf Moses to discuss the 2023 Job Readiness Survey conducted by the QLS in conjunction with researchers at Bond University. Rolf explains the survey results and what the QLS hope to achieve with this added insight into the profession's views on law graduates a…

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Reflections on Life in the Law with Walter Sofronoff KC 1:15:11

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Walter Sofronoff KC has a formidable resume. He was called to the Bar in 1978, made silk ten years later and went on to become the President of the Bar Association, the President of the Queensland Anti-Discrimination Tribunal, the Solicitor General of Queensland, and then in 2017, the President of the Queensland Court of Appeal. Since his retiremen…

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Life as an In-House Lawyer with Mel Scott 39:40

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On this episode of The Callover, we speak to Mel Scott, Senior Legal Counsel at Megaport, a global technology company. Mel has worked in-house for nearly a decade, after deciding to take the leap from a top tier firm just three years post admission. Long before she was awarded the Queensland Law Society’s 2023 In-House Counsel of the Year Award, Me…

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Welcome to Long Island's Leading Lawyers 3:26

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Welcome to "Long Island’s Leading Lawyers", a podcast that delves into the careers of the luminaries who have shaped the legal landscape on Long Island and beyond. Join us as we uncover stories, insights, and wisdom from prominent figures in our legal community. This podcast is hosted by James Paul Joseph, the managing partner of Joseph Law Group, …

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Morgan's Mentors Episode 12: Karen Armfield 17:55

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Host Morgan NeSmith is moving the needle for the final time in 2023. Karen Armfield, P.E., director of the NYC Geotechnical & Tunneling Group of WSP USA, joined us to talk about career development and when to take a chance. Contents of this video: 0:00 Intro 0:24 Welcome 14:04 Sponsor 16:55 Wrap up Music: Pursuing Darkness by XTaKeRuX…

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Going to the Bar 44:05

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Are you interested in going to the Bar? Have you ever wondered what it takes to become a barrister? On this episode of The Callover, we hear from three junior barristers in Queensland (Melia Benn, Patrick Nevard and Georgina Morgan) about how they made the transition from the solicitor’s branch of the profession to the Bar. This episode is a must-l…

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Understanding Mental Health First Aid this R U OK? Day with Denise Marshall 41:30

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Trigger warning! This episode contains content about mental health and suicide. If you need to talk to someone, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14. On this episode of The Callover, we speak with Denise Marshall, a Legal & Workplace Culture Consultant with the Queensland Law Society R U OK Day is held annually on the second Thursday of September. It is a …

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Morgan's Mentors Episode 11: Ben Stroyer 30:27

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We get right down to business on this episode of Morgan's Mentors as our host Morgan NeSmith moves the needle toward entrepreneurship. Ben Stroyer, co-founder and managing director of IDEAL Group, joined us to talk about business ownership and how to advance after setbacks. Contents of this video: 0:00 Intro 0:24 Welcome 16:50 Sponsor 29:47 Wrap up…

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War, Law and Business: A conversation about International humanitarian law with Fauve Kurnadi 39:51

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On this episode of The Callover, we speak with Fauve Kurnadi, the International Humanitarian Law Coordinator for Australian Red Cross about International Humanitarian Law, what it is, how it’s relevant in 2023 and how it impacts war, law and business. Fauve has a Master of Laws in Public and International Law from the University of Melbourne and wa…

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Morgan's Mentors Episode 10: Wayne Clough, Ph.D., P.E. 55:28

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Wishes are granted on this episode of Morgan’s Mentors as Morgan hosts the first guest requested by a previous guest! Wayne Clough, Ph.D., P.E., secretary emeritus of the Smithsonian Institution and president emeritus of the Georgia Institute of Technology, joined us to talk about navigating the worlds of research and administration along with the …

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Episode 10: Catherine Foot of Phoenix Insights: On Preparing for a Longer Script and Aging Better 31:27

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Catherine Foot is Director at Phoenix Insights, a new longevity think tank launched in 2021, which reimagines how we work, learn, save and live in an age of longer lives. She previously was Director of Evidence at the Centre for Aging Better and prior to that was Assistant Director, Policy, at the King’s Fund. Our conversation traces Catherine's ea…

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The findings of the Commission of Inquiry into forensic DNA testing with the Honourable Justice David Boddice 21:11

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On this episode of The Callover, we speak with the Honourable Justice David Boddice about the findings of the Commission of Inquiry into Forensic DNA Testing in Queensland and the Court’s approach to dealing with them. Admitted as barrister in 1984, Boddice JA developed a busy practice in civil and criminal matters, appearing in state and federal c…

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Episode 9: Veronica O'Keane: On the Making of Memories and the Wisdom of Age 43:37

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Veronica O’Keane has recently retired from her position which was as a professor of psychiatry and consultant psychiatrist at Trinity College Dublin. She has over 30 years of experience in the field and has published numerous research papers, especially on mood disorders and on perinatal depression. She is the author of the book A Sense of Self: Me…

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Episode 8: Charlotte Gibson of The Rewirement: Redefining Retirement through Coaching 22:45

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Charlotte Gibson is a coach, actuary and pensions consultant. She is a senior manager at ISIO and the founder of The Rewirement, which is focused on redefining retirement through coaching . She previously worked in management at KPMG and prior to that was an Actuarial Analyst at AON Consulting. Our conversation focuses on modern definitions of reti…

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Morgan's Mentors Episode 9: Lori Simpson, P.E., G.E. 26:23

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We’ve interviewed well known engineers, we’ve talked with highly regarded industry leaders, and Morgan has talked to people he’s enjoyed working with. Now we get to move the needle with all three types of guests encompassed in one guest. Lori Simpson, P.E., G.E., an award-winning consultant and long-time leader at both Langan Engineering and DFI, j…

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Good journalism and the legal system with Russell Marks 37:49

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Good journalism is fundamental to a democratic society. On this episode of The Callover, we unpack what constitutes good journalism, how it has shaped Australia and why it is so important to our legal system, with special guest, Russell Marks. Russell Marks, an author, adjunct Research Fellow at La Trobe University, journalist for The Monthly and c…

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Episode 7: Gareth Miller of Artemis Investment and the Diversity Project: Flexibility and Agility as a Framework for the Future 26:56

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Gareth Miller is Head of Change at Artemis Investment and has had a long career in asset management, in particular delivering enterprise-wide change and transformation within the asset management sector. He leads the flexible working workstream at The Diversity Project. Our conversation starts with Gareth's path into asset management and some of th…

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Episode 6: Steve Butler of Punter Southall Aspire: The Future of Work when Age is Just a Number 26:42

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Steve Butler is Chief Executive at Punter Southall Aspire, an investment consulting group. He was previously the founder of Camradata, a business author and a visiting industry fellow at Oxford Brookes Business School. He has a particular focus on areas such as #futureofwork, #olderworkers, #inclusiveculture, #intergenerational, and #retirementplan…

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Episode 5: Laura Walker: Fear, Confidence and the Psychology of Mid-Life 25:17

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Laura Walker is an award-winning researcher, author and experienced practioner whose book “Dancing with Fear and Confidence: How to Liberate Yourself and Your Career in Mid-life” was published in November 2020. She runs her own business which blends consulting, writing and coaching. She previously held director level positions for businesses across…

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Morgan's Mentors Episode 8: Martin Larisch, Ph.D. 45:47

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It’s time to move the needle all the way across the Pacific! Martin Larisch, Ph.D., of Larisch Consulting in New Zealand, has written some of Morgan’s favorite papers on deep foundations and was generous enough to spend some time talking about his journey from Germany to Australia and New Zealand, the influential people he had the opportunity to wo…

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Episode 3: Tony Watts, OBE: Putting the Action into Action on Age - A Study of a Life's Work 26:24

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Tony Watts, OBE, is MD at Hartley Watts Communications, a director of EngAgeNet.org.uk, Director of RetireEasy.co.Uk, co-founder of the Age Action Alliance and co-author of The Midlife Review. He built his career as a writer, communicator, campaigner and strategist in the areas of PR, journalism and marketing and is now focusing increasingly on lat…

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Episode 2: Debbie Marshall of the Silver Marketing Association: Busting Myths and Rethinking an Expanding Class of Consumers 26:13

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Debbie Marshall is managing director of the Silver Marketing Association, a membership B2B organization connecting and informing businesses and individuals with an interest in marketing to older consumers. She previously founded the Silver Travel Advisor, an information website that provides travel advice and reviews for the mature traveler and is …

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Climate justice with Jo-Anne Bragg OAM 23:35

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Jo-Anne Bragg OAM has been advocating in public interest environmental law for more than three decades. In 2022, she was awarded an Order of Australia Medal for her services to environmental law and is currently serving as the General Counsel of the Environmental Defenders Office. She is the perfect person to speak to in celebration of World Enviro…

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Episode 1: Alistair McQueen of Aviva: Maintaining a Diverse and Rich Workforce and the Mid-Life Review 34:52

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Alistair McQueen is Head of Savings & Retirement at Aviva UK plc, where he has spent over 23 years. He has been instrumental in raising awareness of the importance of older workers, and initiated the >45 mid-life review for Aviva’s staff and is an advocate for the importance of diversity within financial firms. Our conversation starts with Alistair…

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The future of continuing legal education with Professor Nick James 22:10

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Lawyers are lifelong learners. Legal education traditionally consists of three stages: the law degree, practical legal training and the continuing legal education that occurs post-admission. On this episode of The Callover, we focus on that final (yet never-ending) stage of a lawyer’s education in our conversation with Professor Nick James, the Exe…

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Episode 1: The Next Chapter - Ageism - Tackling Diversity's Last Frontier: Insights from psychology, marketing, work, activism and psychiatry 1:21

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Last year we launched a podcast with Steve Butler of Puntall Southall Aspire which shone a light on ageism as one of the last acceptable forms of discrimination. This received such a groundswell of a response that we wanted to dig deeper into this area to develop a special next chapter series around the problems of ageism, the importance of having …

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Morgan's Mentors Episode 7: Sina Javankhoshdel, Ph.D. 38:47

2+ y ago38:47

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“We’re baaack. And we’re moving the needle farther than ever. For the first episode of 2023, Sina Javankhoshdel, Ph.D., P.E., of Rocscience, talked with us about his path from civil engineering research to software development and a couple of the people that were instrumental on his journey. We also talked about the human judgment necessary for usi…

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How to prepare for your first trial or sentence with Nick Dore 31:26

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Preparing for your first trial or sentence can be intimidating and stressful, but on this episode of The Callover, we try to make it a little easier by seeking advice from Nick Dore, Managing Principal of Fisher Dore Lawyers, a leading criminal law firm in Queensland. Nick has been practising since 2000, is an Accredited Specialist in Criminal Law …