Shoosmiths Podcasts

A podcast series talking all things start-up to those in the know. We hear the real-life journeys, trials, tribulations, and successes to those navigating the start-up space.   In this episode we talk to Uther Mahmud, founder of Buzzspark about the power of customer stories and authentic content for driving marketing. Uther’s passion for human connection really shines, he speaks incredibly candidl...

Our Unique employee network is a community for people with long-term health conditions and disabilities. We recently recorded an inspiring podcast featuring Feargus MacDaeid and Martin McKay, two incredible entrepreneurs who turned their personal challenges into highly successful businesses. Don't miss this entertaining and insightful discussion.

At Shoosmiths, we’re always looking for ways to stay ahead of the curve and deliver more value to our clients. That’s why we’re excited to launch the Next Generation Think Tank (NGT)— an initiative designed to empower 12 early-career professionals at the firm to contribute fresh perspectives and develop innovative strategies aligned with the evolving priorities of our clients. In this podcast, co-...

A podcast series talking all things start-up to those in the know. We hear the real-life journeys, trials, tribulations, and successes to those navigating the start-up space.   In this episode we talk to Gravitywell’s Founder Simon Bos and Tom Foster (who has just started in a growth role at a new product development consultancy) about their holistic approach to helping founders build products, pr...

A podcast series talking all things start-up with those in the know. We hear the real-life journeys, trials, tribulations, and successes to those navigating the start-up space.   In the first episode, we have a candid talk with Hayden Bartlett-Tasker, entrepreneur and MD of CrossTech, an innovate new start-up using AI software to help keep our railways safe.   Find out more about Accendo here .

A podcast series that explores privacy themes within some of the most well-known movies. In this season finale, William Moore and Nikita Kanda look at the 1990’s cult movie, ‘The Truman Show’. Whether you are a film buff, a privacy advocate, or simply curious about the intersection of storytelling and privacy, take a journey with us as we explore how the big screen tackles privacy. Tune in to hear...

In this episode of Shoosmiths on TAP Lynette Lewis, partner in the Shoosmiths pensions team, and Sue Wakefield, director and head of business development, at Zedra, discuss when and why pension scheme trustees might use an escrow facility. 

In this episode of the Journey Through a Contract series join Julia Ishak as she provides an overview of the Incoterms® Rules, explores what the Incoterms® Rules do and don’t deal with, explains how to incorporate the Incoterms® Rules into a contract and discusses 12 top tips when using the Incoterms® Rules. The Incoterms® Rules are protected by copyright owned by ICC.  Further information on the...

In the fourth episode of our risk transfer series, Suzanne Burrell and Adam Davis (Managing Director of K3 Advisory) reflect on some of their predictions for the risk transfer market in 2024 (which you can hear in episodes 1 and 2 of our risk transfer series), what they are seeing in practice in terms of capacity, timescales and tricky issues, and what we can expect in the risk transfer sphere for...

In this, the second episode of the Accendo podcast series, Alice Lloyd and Eloise Ryan look provide a useful overview for start-ups on how ownership works in relation to the creation of intellectual property with a key focus on copyright.

A podcast series that explores privacy themes within some of the most well-known movies. In this episode, William Moore and Paula Kelly return to the Wizarding World to once again discuss the Harry Potter films.   Whether you are a film buff, a privacy advocate, or simply curious about the intersection of storytelling and privacy, take a journey with us as we explore how the big screen tackles pri...

In the third and final episode of this series of podcasts partners Michelle Craven-Faulkner, Ben Gardner and Fiona Teague discuss how new tech solutions and digitalisation are changing the nature of supply chains and manufacturing, by creating new opportunities also novel challenges. They consider how to best harness the benefit of new ways of working both legally and contractually.

In the second of this series of podcasts Partners Michelle Craven-Faulkner, Ben Gardner and Fiona Teague discuss how technological advancements are creating new business models, opportunities and challenges for manufacturing and supply chain organisations.

When the worlds of finance and technology collide, you might find that you need to look at a FinTech contract - so what are the key things you should look out for when it comes to considering a FinTech contract? In the latest episode of the Journey Through a Contract series, Prakash Kerai and Luke Stubbs provide an overview of what FinTech is, their insight into what you should look out for when r...

In the first of this series of podcasts Partners Michelle Craven-Faulkner, Ben Gardner and Fiona Teague consider the challenges faced by supply chains across a number of sectors and how to mitigate current and future risks.

Andy Graham, Amy Anderson and Amy Leech are back again and this time look at the pros and cons of having employee influencers within your business. Listen to the podcast below and send us your feedback to ShoospeakHR@shoosmiths.com .  The Shoospeak HR podcast is brought to you by the national employment team at UK law firm Shoosmiths. Tune in for your fix of the latest legal views, thought provoki...

A podcast series that explores privacy themes within some of the most well-known movies. In this episode, William Moore and Max Schrems, Founder of NOYB, discuss “The Social Network”. Whether you are a film buff, a privacy advocate, or simply curious about the intersection of storytelling and privacy, take a journey with us as we explore how the big screen tackles privacy. Tune in to hear what Max...

Are side letters an effective way to vary the terms of a contract?  Or are they not worth the paper they are written on? Join Dan Greatorex and Tom Atkin-Willoughby on the latest podcast in the Journey Through a Contract series as they explore the world of side letters.  They examine the drawbacks and benefits of side letters, and their common use cases. They also question whether side letters are...

Amy Leech is joined by immigration specialists Rachel Harvey and Rory Stone who explain why conducting right to work checks as an employer is so important, especially in 2024. Listen to the podcast below and send us your feedback to ShoospeakHR@shoosmiths.com . The Shoospeak HR podcast is brought to you by the national employment team at UK law firm Shoosmiths. Tune in for your fix of the latest l...

In this, the first episode of the Accendo podcast series, Alex Lloyd and Rachel Rossdale provide an introduction into employment law focussing on key areas that start-ups should be thinking about.

This podcast examines the key considerations parties should give to contractual rights and obligations as they flow through a supply chain. A supply chain can consist of a number of different contracts, including those with raw material suppliers and manufacturers at the start, to distributors and customers at the end. If you are a party in that supply chain, how do you ensure that any liabilities...

The employment team are back with another episode of Shoospeak HR. Pavan Sumal and Caroline Bagley join Amy Leech to consider the key immigration changes coming in this year.  Listen to the podcast below and send us your feedback to .shoospeakhr@shoosmiths.com. The Shoospeak HR podcast is brought to you by the national employment team at UK law firm Shoosmiths. Tune in for your fix of the latest l...

The employment team are back with another episode of Shoospeak HR. Amy Leech is joined by immigration specialists Pavan Sumal and Caroline Bagley who explain why you should consider applying for an immigration sponsor licence. Listen to the podcast below and send us your feedback to shoospeakhr@shoosmiths.com . The Shoospeak HR podcast is brought to you by the national employment team at UK law fi...

Following the implementation of Consumer Duty in July, Wayne Gibbard, Daren Allen and Suzanne Taylor discuss the preparation of annual reports and governance. Brought to you by the Consumer Duty team at Shoosmiths, we discuss, what firms need to be aware of and what do the FCA expect?  If you wish to know more about any of the issues raised, please contact Daren Allen , Suzanne Taylor or Wayne Gib...

In episode 8 of Shoosmiths on TAP, the Shoosmiths pensions team share their thoughts on pensions in the year ahead. Please send any feedback or questions to Kim. Muddimer@shoosmiths.co.uk .