X-Examination Podcast

What does it really take to work within Australia's criminal justice system, and is the law always equipped to deliver justice? In this episode of X-Examination , we dive into some of the most pressing issues in criminal law, including domestic violence, the introduction of coercive control laws, the difficulties of prosecuting these offences and whether the criminal justice system can adequat...

In this episode of X-Examination with Jared Zak, we dive into how AI is transforming the property industry, from automating background processes and managing data to reducing the risk of human error. But is AI replacing people? Or is it simply taking care of the tasks that are most prone to mistakes? The conversation also tackles some of the biggest issues facing the Australian property market, in...

What happens when the family law system collides with real life? In our newest episode we sit down with Darren Mort — Family Law Barrister, Arbitrator, Mediator, Author & Actor , for a thought provoking conversation about what really happens behind the doors of family law. From the art of cross-examination and the unexpected intersection of acting and advocacy, to the lasting effects of separa...

What makes a successful entrepreneur? What does it take to become an accomplished founder and CEO?  In our latest episode, Steve Grace, the founder of The Nudge Group and plenty more, explains his winning journey to entrepreneurship and both the struggles and wins along the way. Including going into business with his best mate and the fall out from that experience leading him to where he is now. ...

Is crypto really the future of finance?  In our latest episode, PART TWO with Mike Bacina, we dive into some of the biggest questions surrounding Bitcoin, Stablecoins, AI and the traditional banking system . From the concerns facing Australian banks and the continued growth of Stablecoins, to market manipulation, Bitcoin’s impact on the economy and how AI and crypto are beginning to intersect, we...

What happens when Crypto, AI, Bitcoin, stable coins and traditional finance collide? In our latest episode with Mike Bacina, one of two, we dive into the rapidly evolving world of Crypto and unpack what it actually means for the future of money, payments and banking.  We explore the evolution of Crypto, the magic behind Bitcoin, AI agents and smart contracts and whether traditional banks will adap...

Around 40% of people will experience a relationship breakdown during their lifetime!  Watch the newest and latest episode, available to you now, where we sit down with the founder and CEO of The Separation Guide, an organisation that assists individuals navigating the complexities including high conflict, confusion and adverse long term outcomes of a relationship breakdown and divorce.  Keep yours...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Michael Emmett Maher, a highly experienced Clinical Psychologist and Child Psychotherapist with more than two decades of expertise working with children, adolescents, and families. Trained in the UK and at the renowned Tavistock Centre in London, Dr. Maher has dedicated much of his career to supporting families through parental separation, complex family dynam...

The “fantasy of international law” was a phrase used by the Hon Tony Abbott AC,Australia’s 28th prime minister, in his article in The Australian on 20 April2026. The same day he sat down and explained to X-Examination what that meantto him in the context of current conflicts around the world. It was a privilege to hear his thoughts on recent legal and political issues in the latest recording. Take...

The Honourable Robert Benjamin AM SC was a Judge of the Family Court of Australia for 16 years, retiring in 2021. He started legal practice 50 years ago, when the Family Law Act was introduced in 1976 and saw firsthand the social revolution that it caused. Rather than hang up his boots, he is now Commissioner of the Tasmanian Government’s Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse. In this episode of the x-e...

In this episode of X-Examination, Giles sits down with Richard Gration, a Sydney Barrister and Specialist Reserve Legal Officer for the Royal Australian Air Force. With a deep military lineage—his father was the Chief of the Defence Force—Richard brings a unique perspective, having transitioned from training as an Air Force pilot to practicing law at the highest level. They dive deep into the &quo...

In this episode, Giles speaks with Emeritus Professor Patrick Parkinson, one of Australia’s most respected voices in family law. Patrick is the former Dean at the University of Queensland and has been a leading contributor to national law reform for several decades. This is a thoughtful and wide-ranging conversation about families, conflict, parenting, community, and how the law can support people...

In this special edition of X-Examination, Giles sits down again with Mick Bainbridge, former President of RSL NSW, to address the recent news following the ABC 7.30 investigation. Mick, along with three other board members, resigned from RSL NSW amid claims of conflicts of interest and concerns about governance. In this candid conversation, Mick shares why he stepped down, the pressures of the rol...

I’m excited to launch my new podcast, X-Examination , a podcast that demystifies laws, lawyers and legal systems and that brings the law to life:  https://www.x-examination.com.au For our very first episode, I had the privilege of speaking with Mick Bainbridge — former Australian Army commando, Afghanistan veteran, solicitor, and President of RSL NSW. Mick’s story is remarkable: ·       Growing up...