Bricks & Banter

Send Bricks & Banter a text message! In this episode of Bricks & Banter, we’re joined by Angela Hesketh, a leading voice from PEXA to understand how digital transformation is reshaping the UK property market from the inside out. Angela shares her perspective on the evolution of conveyancing, the challenges holding the industry back, and how she believes PEXA can improve the conveyancing pr...

Send Bricks & Banter a text message! In this episode of Bricks & Banter, Laura and Tom are joined by the brilliant and ever pragmatic Tom Lyes, founder of Tom Lyes Consulting (TLC!) Limited and widely known in the profession for his straight talking approach.   Tom brings his trademark honesty, humour and industry insight to an open conversation about what really drives better collaboratio...

Send Bricks & Banter a text message! In this episode of the award nominated Bricks & Banter, Tom and Laura are joined by Nick Chadbourne, CEO of Legal Marketing Services (LMS), for a long overdue chat about recent industry challenges.  Nick also plays along with what we do best, speaking about humourous and random topics that were absolutely not in our prep notes! The result is a classic B...

Send Bricks & Banter a text message! Get ready for an episode where compliance, and risk somehow become… actually entertaining. Yes, really... This time around we are joined by Jane Pritchard and Tracey Longbottom from Forsyte, who share their passion for innovation and a commitment to empowering law firms to get risk assessment right!  Expect: 😂 Surprising laughs about life challenges 🏗️ Rea...

Send Bricks & Banter a text message! Join us for a festive edition of Bricks & Banter as we go live for our Christmas special! In this episode, we put aside the usual serious talk and unwrap our highlights of the year, share new features, along with a Christmas Quiz, and sprinkle in plenty of Christmas cheer.  Expect laughter, insights, pure nonsense and a few surprises along the way as we...

Send Bricks & Banter a text message! In this first episode of Series 3, Tom and Laura take listeners behind the scenes of their own professional journeys. From challenges and decisions to the strategies that shaped their progression, they share insights into what it takes to "climb the ladder". Expect honest reflections and lighthearted humour as they continue to evolve as leaders…oh...

Send Bricks & Banter a text message! Set against the shimmering backdrop of London’s skyline aboard the elegant Silver Sturgeon yacht, Tom and Laura chat with industry leaders and legal professionals.  This special episode captures the vibrant energy of the Groundsure Annual Thames River Cruise - a highlight of the conveyancing and property industry calendar. From the lively decks filled with...

Send Bricks & Banter a text message! This week, we’re joined by the brilliant and bold Steph Walker, co-founder of The Agency UK (TAUK) — and trust us, she’s got more insight than your average property valuation. We explore how Steph's reshaping the estate agency landscape with innovation, integrity, and a people-first mindset. Steph shares her journey from traditional agency roots to bui...

Send Bricks & Banter a text message! In this latest episode of the Bricks & Banter podcast, hosts Tom Parkinson and Laura Cartwright chat with their guest Travis Scholes from LMS about his company's efforts to improve communication and standardisation within the Conveyancing profession. Travis discusses the value LMS adds to the process through innovative solutions like the National P...

Send Bricks & Banter a text message! In this 3rd episode of series 2, we sit down with Founder and CEO of Hive Risk, Kate Burt to discuss the ever evolving landscape of legal compliance.  From assessments, accreditations and regulatory changes to the rising importance of promoting a culture of integrity, Kate shares insights and practical strategies for staying ahead of legal risks in today’s...

Send Bricks & Banter a text message! In this amazing episode we take you behind the scenes at the British Conveyancing Awards where we had an exclusive interview with Bold Legal Group founder Rob Hailstone, who shared his insights into his 50 + years in the property industry from his early beginnings to his biggest milestones.  We also capture the pre awards energy and excitement with an unexp...

Send Bricks & Banter a text message! We are back!  In the first episode of Series 2, Tom and Laura sit down with friends Natalie Moore and Mike Leeman who are Managing Partners / Directors of their own successful conveyancing law firms.   We ask them what makes their firms successful, what challenges they face, and of course we have some fun!!  Tune in to listen and understand what it takes to...

Send Bricks & Banter a text message! Celebrate the 2024 festive season with this very special live recording of our Christmas Podcast.  Join Tom and Laura as they bring laughter, cheer and heartfelt moments whilst reflecting on the past year.  Enjoy audience participation with a Christmas Trivia Quiz and a very awkward Q&A segment.  Whether you want to reminisce, laugh or feel inspired thi...

Send Bricks & Banter a text message! In the much anticipated series finale of the Bricks & Banter podcast we take listeners on our road trip to London to visit the fabulous Howden offices and catch up with the legend that is Edward Donne to discuss all things about professional indemnity insurance. As we bid farewell there will be moments of vulnerability, laughter and even surprise announ...

Send Bricks & Banter a text message! In the penultimate Bricks & Banter episode for this series, "The one where we chatted like mates over a (non-existent) pint" the stakes are high as we pressure Kate McKittrick to provide her stories and memories in respect of her Awards and Conferences with revelations about the judging panels, themes, favourite and non favourite hosts and of...

Send Bricks & Banter a text message! The Bricks & Banter podcast is back for our fourth episode!!! In this latest riveting 😂 instalment we welcome the acclaimed Clare Yates as we explore the challenges faced by conveyancers and the advice she gives to manage professional relationships. We really, really enjoyed recording this episode and hope that you enjoy listening and laughing along wi...

Send Bricks & Banter a text message! Welcome to Episode 3 of 6 of Bricks & Banter – the one that we nearly wanted to scrap and start again! 😂 After a long and tiring week at 4pm on a Friday we came up with this!! Note to ourselves - Monday is a much better day to do this type of thing after not visiting Soho the night before!! We really hope that you continue to get on board with what we...

Send Bricks & Banter a text message! Welcome to Episode 2 of Bricks & Banter – the one where we mention the C word……culture! We are absolutely delighted with the response to Episode 1 and all of the feedback & comments we have received from everyone who has listened and laughed along with what was our first Podcast.  We have only gone and done it again though and Episode 2 is now avail...

Send Bricks & Banter a text message! Welcome to Episode 1 of Bricks and Banter - the one that was supposed to be our pilot and not released to the public!! We don't know how long this journey is going to last - but for now please listen and feel free to laugh at us or preferably with us - we know that we had a hoot!! Tom & Laura Many thanks to our sponsors Rowlinsons Solicitors and Be...