Podcasts about Ashurst

Sarah Lalor, General Manager ESG and Sustainable Finance at Commonwealth Bank Australia (CBA) explains the bank’s multi-pronged approach to supporting businesses at every stage of their sustainability journeys. It’s a wonderful case study of how one organisation can multiply its ESG impact by influencing the organisations it supports. In conversation with Ashurst’s Elena Lambros, Sarah takes us on a whistle-stop tour of CBA’s strategy to assist businesses of all sizes. They discuss how SMEs and mid-market businesses are shifting from what Sarah describes as a “curiosity mindset” to an “action mindset”. This is being driven through a combination of: Savings including lower energy bills Enablers such as CBA’s asset finance for energy-efficient equipment, solar and EVs for businesses of all sizes, Green Loans and Sustainability-Linked Loans for larger businesses Expectations from investors, and procurement requirements from larger businesses that are subject to new mandatory climate-related disclosures. While acknowledging the challenge for small businesses to devote time to ESG strategy, Sarah emphasises the proven commercial rewards of doing so. She also explains how Sustainability-Linked Loans work and she illustrates the value of the ‘S’ in ESG (e.g. social outcomes such as employee wellbeing). Sarah and Elena highlight some industries that are embracing sustainable finance, such as hospitality, retirement living and aged care, and commercial property. And they welcome the sustainable finance taxonomy which promises to bring greater consistency and confidence in the market. They also emphasise the commercial benefits for small businesses that don’t wait, but instead seize the initiative. As Sarah points out, SMEs that go beyond compliance and really embrace ESG now can access new markets, win more contracts and tenders, and be more attractive propositions for customers and potential employees alike. Listen to more episodes in the Game Changers mini-series – featuring an array of thought-provoking guests – by subscribing to ESG Matters @ Ashurst on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Quantum leaps in technology, as well as rising cost pressures, are prompting many leaders to take a fresh look at how their organisations are structured and resourced. However, restructures and redeployment are notoriously tricky processes to manage well. In this episode, we reflect on lessons learned from the High Court’s recent Helensburgh Coal vs Bartley decision. Ashurst Employment partners Peter McNulty and Julia Sutherland explain why and how Australia’s employment laws require a more nuanced approach to restructuring than in years gone by. Together, they tackle everything from redeployment and penalties for late payment of entitlements to contractor arrangements and employee consultation. They also discuss health and safety matters, including psychosocial risk, and they emphasise the importance of robust, documented plans. To listen to this and subscribe to future episodes, search for “Ashurst Legal Outlook” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your favourite podcast player. To find out more about the full range of Ashurst podcasts, visit ashurst.com/podcasts. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our globetrotting podcast mini-series pays a visit to India, to take in the data centre landscape there. In less than 25 minutes, we highlight the market dynamics, trends, policymaking, infrastructure, and incentives that investors need to be across in this fast-growing market. There’s a lot of excitement around India’s data centre in market and with good reason. India already has around 1.2 gigawatts of live IT load capacity. In 2025 alone, the nation has already added roughly 250 megawatts and experts predict capacity will rise to 1.8 gigawatts by 2027, before reaching 4.5 - 5 gigawatts by 2030. In this episode, podcast host Ruth Harris is joined by Ashurst colleague Kalpana Unadkat to explain what is driving India’s extraordinary surge in data demand, how the government is responding, the types of facilities being built, and who the movers and shakers are among investors. Along the way, Kalpana offers an assessment of how mature the market is, and picks out some notable joint ventures and occupiers. She also reflects on the trends that will shape data centre activity in the years ahead. To listen to this and subscribe to future episodes about data centres, search for “Ashurst Legal Outlook” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your favourite podcast player. To read more about data centres, head to Ashurst's data centre insights hub. To find out more about the full range of Ashurst podcasts, visit ashurst.com/podcasts. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we explain how the Data (Use and Access) Act changes marketing practices and the use of cookies in the UK. Host Rhiannon Webster is joined by Ashurst colleagues Nicolas Quoy and Shehana Cameron-Perera to discuss how the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 amends Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and changes marketing practices and uses of cookies. Shehana provides a snapshot of the amendments to PECR and what these mean for marketing practices. She also runs through the list of what cookies are categorised in PECR as being "strictly necessary cookies” and explains that, for analytics and appearance cookies, there are additional exceptions from obtaining consent. Nicolas draws some constructive comparisons between French and UK marketing and cookies practices and regulatory approaches and describes the EU’s enforcement approach which attracts substantially higher fines. Whilst the Data (Use and Access) Act appears to bring the UK in line with France from a cookie perspective, there are probably still differentiations across Europe which will require a country-by-country approach when looking at cookie compliance. Rhiannon explains how the Data (Use and Access) Act has aligned enforcement powers under PECR to the UK GDPR, and how this might inform compliance efforts and impact the ICO's approach to fining, particularly for marketing infringements. To listen to this and subscribe to future Data Bytes episodes, search for “Ashurst Legal Outlook” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favourite podcast player. To explore more from Ashurst’s podcast library, visit ashurst.com/podcasts. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sustainable procurement. Water and waste management. Regulatory compliance. Annual reports and climate action policies. Biodiversity programs. A community fund. It’s all in a day’s work for Conrad Energy’s Head of ESG, Nishikant Gupta! In the latest episode of our Game Changers mini-series, Nish takes Ashurst’s Lorraine Johnston behind the scenes to reveal how he puts his ESG strategy into action. It’s a remarkable story that spans third-party and supplier collaborations, biodiversity innovations, cutting-edge technology, meticulous measurement, and much more. Nish also shares some words of advice for up-and-coming ESG specialists, including: “Be bold in your vision, but grounded in practical action. Ask: What's the impact of your work?” Also: “Collaboration is key…working across disciplines—whether it's within your office or within sectors—often sparks the most impactful solutions.” And finally, “Act. Even small steps matter.” Listen to more episodes in the Game Changers mini-series – featuring an array of thought-provoking guests – by subscribing to ESG Matters @ Ashurst on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On 23 July 2025, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) delivered a historic advisory opinion on climate change. While not legally binding, the opinion confirms that states have obligations under international law to prevent environmental harm, including from greenhouse gas emissions, and that these duties extend to regulating private actors. In this episode of ESG Matters, host Elena Lambros, a partner in our Risk Advisory practice, is joined by legal experts from across our global disputes and arbitration teams, including Arne Fuchs, James Clarke, and Erin Eckhoff. Together, they unpack the implications of the ICJ’s opinion and what it could mean for climate-related litigation, corporate liability, and governance standards around the world. They explore developments across key jurisdictions including, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and the UK and examine how legal systems are beginning to engage with the idea of a climate change duty of care. They also consider how courts may treat climate inaction, what this means for companies with high-emission operations or supply chains, and why boards and legal teams need to be watching closely. Explore more of Ashurst’s analysis of the ICJ opinion. To listen and subscribe to future episodes, search for ESG Matters on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favourite podcast app. For more from Ashurst’s podcast library, visit ashurst.com/podcasts. This podcast contains general information and does not constitute legal advice. Listeners should seek professional advice before acting on the content discussed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode in our Industrious Conversations series, Partner Tamara Lutvey is joined by Mackenzie Small, Relationship Manager at the Australian Disability Network, to explore how organisations can better accommodate neurodivergent employees in workplace investigations. Drawing on Mackenzie’s extensive experience in disability inclusion and workplace strategy, they unpack why traditional investigation models often overlook the needs of neurodivergent participants and what simple, practical steps employers can take to change that. Tamara and Mackenzie discuss key issues like preparing participants for interviews, designing inclusive meeting environments and framing questions with clarity. The conversation also covers the importance of process flexibility and why offering adjustments should be standard practice for all participants. To listen to this and subscribe to future episodes, search for “Ashurst Legal Outlook” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favourite podcast player. To explore more from Ashurst’s podcast library, visit ashurst.com/podcasts. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode we delve further into the UK’s Data (Use and Access) Act – this time exploring how the Act will impact organisations developing and deploying artificial intelligence (AI). Ashurst partner Rhiannon Webster has assembled an expert team to unpack what the Data (Use and Access) Act means for AI, including data protection and IP-related matters. This includes Rhiannon’s Digital Economy team colleagues Will Barrow and Tom Brookes alongside Ashurst IP expert Aaron Cole. Together, they explain what’s changed and what lies ahead for organisations developing and deploying AI. Aaron lays out the copyright policy options the government is weighing up in the coming months, and highlights pertinent court cases over how copyright protected materials are used by AI platforms. Tom summarises data protection changes relating to automated decision-making and AI. He explains why this could prompt organisations to expand the way they use such AI tools, and what the impacts might be of rules splintering between the EU and UK. Tom also describes the more permissive environment for taking automated decisions using personal data, which has implications for HR and Finance leaders in particular. To listen to this and subscribe to future Data Bytes episodes, search for “Ashurst Legal Outlook” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favourite podcast player. To explore more from Ashurst’s podcast library, visit ashurst.com/podcasts. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many young lawyers see AI as a looming threat – something that could disrupt their careers or put them at a disadvantage in an already competitive field. But Lucy Southwick challenges this mindset, arguing that AI is a competitive edge for the next generation of legal professionals. In a recent episode of The Protégé Podcast, host Grace Robbie speaks with Lucy Southwick, a recent manager within Ashurst Advance's client solutions practice. She shares how she began her journey in the innovation area simply by introducing herself to a senior colleague working in that space, discusses how rewarding it is to be at the forefront of emerging technologies and ideas, highlights the growing awareness among Australian lawyers of international work opportunities, and reflects on the valuable skills gained from working abroad. She reflects on her next chapter after four years at Ashurst, discussing how AI is transforming the daily work of junior lawyers, shares why now is the most exciting time to be starting a legal career, emphasises the importance for young lawyers to see AI not as a threat but as a competitive advantage, and addresses the fear some may feel about adopting AI – often influenced by senior lawyers' slower embrace of technological change. Southwick also outlines three practical steps to help young lawyers confidently and responsibly navigate this evolving technology, highlights the crucial role law firms and universities play in upskilling young professionals on AI and its applications, identifies common mistakes young lawyers often make with AI and offers strategies to avoid them, and shares valuable advice on how young lawyers can harness AI to gain a competitive advantage.

You can tell Charlotte O’Meara loves her job, from the way she champions collaboration across investment teams to the way she explains the nuts and bolts of integrating ESG into complex portfolios. In this episode, she joins Ashurst’s Elena Lambros to explain how Challenger is building climate-resilient investments that support long-term retirement security while navigating an evolving regulatory and technological landscape. As Head of Responsible Investment at Challenger, Charlotte is at the forefront of embedding sustainability into both institutional retirement products and a broad range of managed funds. She shares how materiality-based ESG integration, transparent reporting, and active engagement are key to strengthening portfolios against long-term risks like climate change, human rights abuses, and emerging AI-driven impacts. Charlotte and Elena unpack the growing power of mandatory climate disclosures, the transformative potential of AI in ESG data modelling, and why future generations are poised to accelerate sustainable investing like never before. Charlotte also offers clear advice for anyone looking to make a difference in this fast-changing field: start now, stay curious, and never underestimate the impact of persistence. Listen to more episodes in the Game Changers mini-series – featuring an array of thought-provoking guests – by subscribing to ESG Matters @ Ashurst on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In this episode we take a closer look at how the UK’s new Data (Use and Access) Act will regulate non-personal data, in particular through the framework for smart data schemes. Ashurst colleagues Rhiannon Webster and Dr Alexander Duisberg join the podcast from London and Munich respectively to discuss the Data (Use and Access) Act’s framework for smart data schemes. “Smart data schemes are seen by the UK government as a way to increase competition and create greater opportunities for innovation, save time for consumers, reduce costs, and increase the quality of services,” explains Rhiannon. “They also look to improve the security of data sharing and increase the trust in data sharing mechanisms.” Together, Alex and Rhiannon describe the contrasting approaches of UK and EU regulators and what can be learned from these. This includes a comparison of the key provisions and limitations of the UK’s Data (Use and Access) Act and the EU Data Act – from trade secrets and data usage to innovation and competition. And there’s discussion of what might be covered in secondary legislation in the UK and EU. Alex also outlines how proactive EU companies have prepared themselves for September’s implementation, going beyond compliance to enhance data strategy and pursue new business opportunities. To listen to this and subscribe to future episodes, search for “Ashurst Legal Outlook” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favourite podcast player. To explore more from Ashurst’s podcast library, visit ashurst.com/podcasts. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this second episode of the series, Ashurst colleagues James Fletcher, Harry Thimont and Jade Jack review the year to date and the ongoing impact that geopolitics is having on the public markets. There has been no lessening of the volatility which marked the start of the year but, where broader global M&A appears to have dropped off, there has been a flurry of UK public M&A. The trio describe the trends they are seeing in the market, recent publications by the Panel and what to expect for the rest of the year. The episode is intended to sit alongside, and complement, our quarterly publication which is available on our website. The publication looks at key highlights and market developments in the second quarter, as well as relevant legal and regulatory developments. The publication also includes tables summarising the key features of firm offer announcements made during the quarter. To listen to this and to subscribe to future episodes in our governance mini-series, search for “Ashurst Legal Outlook” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your favourite podcast player. You can also find out more about the full range of Ashurst podcasts at ashurst.com/podcasts. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a successful spell working in corporate law at Ashurst, today’s guest Rebecca Ogg carved out a stellar career as a sustainable investing analyst. In this episode, she joins Ashurst’s Elena Lambros to explain how sustainable finance and smart policymaking can help redirect capital towards climate-positive outcomes. Rebecca has her finger on the pulse of changes in sustainable investing, and her passion shines through as she describes Fidelity International’s twin approach—mitigating environmental and social risks, as well as funding innovative solutions to benefit society and the natural world in the long term. From investing in green infrastructure to tackling risks like water scarcity and climate-related GDP loss, Rebecca and Elena get right to the heart of sustainable finance. Rebecca also pinpoints four practical actions that individuals can take to contribute to the energy transition. Listen to more episodes in the Game Changers series – featuring an array of thought-provoking guests – by subscribing to ESG Matters @ Ashurst on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions. The material discussed in this interview is not advice of any kind. It does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. You should consider these matters and seek advice before acting on the information. Interests in the funds referred to in this interview are not offered in Australia. FIL Responsible Entity (Australia) Limited, AFSL No. 409340. ABN 33 148 059 009 (“Fidelity Australia”). Fidelity Australia is a member of the FIL Limited group of companies commonly known as Fidelity International. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The UK government has launched three consultations to shape its new sustainability reporting framework, while a new private share trading platform 'PISCES' offers companies an alternative route to liquidity for private companies. In the fifth episode of Ashurst’s Governance and Compliance mini-series, Will Chalk is joined by Becky Clissmann and Marianna Kennedy to unpack two major developments in the UK corporate environment, which includes a trio of new government consultations on sustainability reporting, and the introduction of ‘PISCES’ (Private Intermittent Securities and Capital Exchange System), a new trading facility for private company shares. Becky breaks down what the three UK consultations mean in practice, including the move to adopt international sustainability standards (IFRS), potential new requirements around climate-related transition plans, and proposals for auditing sustainability disclosures. She outlines what companies can do now, including conducting gap analyses, checking scoping criteria, and preparing for eventual legislative changes. Marianna explains how PISCES is set to open up liquidity options for private companies. She describes how the system works, who it applies to, and what the benefits are, including potential tax advantages and tighter control over trading. The discussion also reflects on whether the UK is diverging from the EU in its approach to sustainability, how the PISCES regime fits into wider capital markets reform, and what all this means for boards, legal teams and company leadership in the months ahead. To listen to this and to subscribe to future episodes in our governance mini-series, search for “Ashurst Legal Outlook” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your favourite podcast player. And to follow these unfolding issues, subscribe to Ashurst’s regular Governance and Compliance Updates. You can also find out more about the full range of Ashurst podcasts at ashurst.com/podcasts. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The UK’s Data (Use and Access) Act is now law, and it brings targeted but important shifts in data protection, enforcement and digital regulation that every organisation needs to track. In this brand new Legal Outlook series, DataBytes, Partner Rhiannon Webster is joined by Senior Associates Shehana Cameron-Perera and Tom Brookes to break down what’s in (and out) of the legislation, and why it matters. With Royal Assent now granted, this new law marks a shift in how UK organisations manage data compliance, privacy rights, and digital operations. In this launch episode, they cover: The provisions that survived, and those that didn’t Changes to complaints, and individual rights Impacts on scientific research, data transfers, and legitimate interests Why this Act goes beyond privacy to touch AI, IP, and smart data schemes. The team also outlines implementation timelines, regulatory guidance to watch for, and what steps organisations should start taking now. To listen to this and subscribe to future episodes, search for “Ashurst Legal Outlook” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favourite podcast player. To explore more from Ashurst’s podcast library, visit ashurst.com/podcasts. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From Riyadh and Abu Dhabi to Dubai and Jeddah, the Middle East has emerged as a global hotspot for data centre development. In this episode, we assess the investment opportunities and highlight trends to watch out for. In this episode, we bring together a panel of Ashurst experts with many years’ experience working in corporate transactions and technology in the Middle East. Together, they discuss where the data centre landscape is today—and where it’s heading tomorrow. Host Ruth Harris is joined by Ashurst colleagues Simon Rahimzada and Vasi Papadopoulos who serve Ashurst’s Middle East practice across offices in Riyadh, Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Jeddah. Simon and Vasi paint a vivid picture of data centre growth in the region and what is fueling the surging demand. They also explain investment flows, emphasise the importance of government backing, and discuss how AI is changing the game. Simon provides a snapshot of changing regulatory priorities, where ESG fits into the investment equation, which international and regional players are investing in the region, and how collaborations and joint ventures can accelerate speed to market. And Vasi adds that regional entities (e.g. Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, Saudi’s Public Investment Fund, etc) are diversifying into global markets, too. The panel also pinpoints the challenges to watch out for in the Middle East region, including the need for the necessary infrastructure and environment to support data centres. To listen to this and subscribe to future epsiodes about data centres, search for “Ashurst Legal Outlook” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your favourite podcast player. To read more about data centres, head to Ashurst's data centre insights hub. To find out more about the full range of Ashurst podcasts, visit ashurst.com/podcasts. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Zach interviews Tara Waters, founder of TLW Consulting and former Chief Digital Officer at Ashurst, who led the firm's rollout of Harvey. They discuss Harvey's meteoric rise in legal AI, Tara's firsthand experiences adopting Harvey within a global firm, and how legal teams evaluate AI tools. The conversation explores why lawyers initially gasped at Harvey's capabilities, how expectations have matured, and what true digital transformation in law might require. Tara emphasizes that law firms should rethink their entire business model and workflows rather than just choosing a tool.   In this episode: Early Days of Harvey  Adoption and Impact of AI in Law Firms  Challenges and Realities of AI Integration  Future of AI in Legal Industry  Law Firm Transformation and AI  Links Mentioned in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LCEmiRjPEtQ https://www.legallydisrupted.com/p/has-harvey-already-won   Follow Tara: Website - https://www.tlw-consulting.com/ Content: https://www.innovationesq.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tlwaters/   Follow Zach: Website -https://www.legallydisrupted.com/ Linkedin - linkedin.com/in/zachabramowitz

In this episode of Ashurst Legal Outlook, Employment partner Jennie Mansfield, is joined by Digital Economy partner Geoff McGrath, to unpack the introduction of a new statutory tort for serious invasions of privacy in Australia. This major legal development, effective from 11 June 2025, brings a new right of action for individuals and significant new compliance responsibilities for employers. They explore key aspects of the tort, including:• What qualifies as a “serious” invasion• Employee surveillance and data monitoring• The limits of employee consent• Risks around third-party data sharing and AI use Together, Jennie and Geoff outline how the new tort closes gaps left by the Privacy Act, particularly around employee records, and why employers need to rethink consent, transparency, and policy design. They also highlight proactive steps organisations can take now, such as revisiting employment contracts, reviewing privacy policies, and updating staff training to reduce exposure and meet this new legal standard. To listen to this and subscribe to future episodes, search for “Ashurst Legal Outlook” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favourite podcast player. To explore more from Ashurst’s podcast library, visit ashurst.com/podcasts. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The past 18 months have seen major changes to the corporate criminal landscape in the UK and, with enforcement ramping up, companies need to act. In this episode, we recap the main changes, highlight some pressing compliance deadlines, and suggest how companies might best respond. In the latest episode of our UK Governance & Compliance mini-series, our expert team reflects on the fast-evolving corporate criminal landscape in the UK, and what companies need to do about it. Together, Ashurst colleagues Will Chalk, Ruby Hamid and Neil Donovan consider recent leadership changes in the UK’s enforcement authorities and the difference that will make in practice. As Ruby points out: “For companies, that means greater risk of conduct being identified, investigated and enforced.” The trio discuss updated guidance for companies that self-report and cooperate with investigations into corporate fraud and the impact of the Economic Crime and Transparency Act which brings in a new criminal offence of failing to prevent fraud as well as expanding the scope of those who can expose companies to criminal liability. With the landscape in such flux, this episode offers some timely analysis of companies’ risk exposure, and underlines the importance of culture, escalation and communication channels for employees to report concerns. Our experts also share the latest issues regarding supply chain risk. To listen and to subscribe for future episodes in our governance mini-series, search for “Ashurst Legal Outlook” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your favourite podcast player. To stay up to date with these unfolding issues, you can read Ashurst's latest Governance and Compliance Update. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus talks about the new road opening from Ashurst to Woodville (seeing as no one else seems to have mentioned it!), North Islanders have moved to the South Island in droves over the last few years, and how the Newstalk ZB newsreaders end the news comes up for debate. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In episode #377 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Caroline Ashurst, talks about The Power of Ritual in Your Fertility Journey. More about Caroline: Caroline Grace Ashurst, M.Ac ., L.Ac., is the founder of The Fertility Formula Functional Holistic Fertility Coaching and Restorative Harmony Acupuncture. With nearly 15 years of clinical experience in Chinese medicine and training alongside functional and naturopathic doctors—and drawing from over 25 years of personal hormonal healing—Caroline has supported women worldwide in growing their families. Her whole-woman approach to fertility blends ancient wisdom with modern science. Caroline integrates advanced lab testing, personalized treatment plans, nutrition, supplements, and lifestyle guidance, alongside hormone balancing and compassionate, heart-centered coaching to empower women on their fertility journeys. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew's Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea Follow Caroline on Instagram: @‌restorativeharmony Grab a FREE copy of How to Balance Your Hormones and Get (+Stay)Pregnant Faster Guide HERE. Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: @‌kela_healthcoach Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/ FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: The disclosure that follows is intended to fully comply with the Federal Trade Commission's policy of the United States that requires to be transparent about any and all affiliate relations the Company may have on this show. You should assume that some of the product mentions and discount codes given are "affiliate links", a link with a special tracking code This means that if you use one of these codes and purchase the item, the Company may receive an affiliate commission. This is a legitimate way to monetize and pay for the operation of the Website, podcast, and operations and the Company gladly reveals its affiliate relationships to you. The price of the item is the same whether it is an affiliate link or not. Regardless, the Company only recommends products or services the Company believes will add value to its users. The Hormone Puzzle Society and Dr. Kela will receive up to 30% affiliate commission depending on the product that is sponsored on the show. For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com

Alexander Dmitrenko is the Managing Partner of Ashurst's Tokyo office and a dear friend Catherine has been wanting to introduce to the Lawyer on Air listeners. Get ready to hear how you can be successful in Japan and being a good person is on top of the list. If you are wondering about the culture and lifestyle of working at a firm such as Ashurst, make sure you catch this episode. If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, we'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Head over to Apple Podcasts to leave a review and we'd love it if you would leave us a message here!In this episode you'll hear:How Alexander's upbringing in the USSR influenced his career choice in the lawHow the transition from New York private practice to Japanese in house changed himBecoming Managing Partner and tips for the recruitment processHis favourite restaurant and other fun facts About AlexanderAlexander Dmitrenko is a partner in Ashurst's Tokyo dispute resolution practice group.He has nearly 20 years of experience specialising in compliance matters, internal investigations, and dispute resolution. He has substantial experience advising Asian and other companies on matters related to sanctions and export controls, anti-bribery and corruption, anti-money laundering, cyber security and cyber fraud, ESG and forced labour and other compliance  related laws and regulations. Alexander has gained particular expertise and client praise for his pragmatic approach to establishing compliance policies and procedures, undertaking due diligence exercises and conducting internal and regulatory investigations.Alexander has conducted over a dozen sensitive internal and regulatory investigations covering allegations of bribery, accounting misconduct, internal violations, harassment and product liability in such jurisdictions as China, Ghana, India, Japan, Kazakhstan, Korea, Russia, United States and Vietnam.Alexander also advises financial institutions and other companies on compliance and risk mitigation measures related to US-China regulatory tensions and potential conflict of laws. He has particular expertise with airspace and the airline industry through his extensive work for Changi Airports International and on Sojitz' airport projects in Russia and Myanmar.He is a member of our firm's specialized Sanctions as well as Corporate Crime groups. Given his unique skillset and expertise, he has been advising on various sanctions targeting Russia, from legal, regulatory and practical perspectives.Alexander teaches, lectures and publishes extensively on various compliance-related topics. He chairs the Japan Subcommittee of Temple Law School's Center for Compliance and Ethics. He is an active member of the NPO community in Japan, particularly through his leadership at LLAN and TELL. Alexander leads our firm's pro bono efforts to provide legal and other assistance to Ukrainian evacuees. He is a true diversity & inclusion champion. Alexander is also a proud honorary Ambassador for the beautiful island of Hachijojima.Alexander is qualified to practice in England & Wales, New York, Russia, and is a registered foreign lawyer (Gaikokuho Jimu Bengoshi) in Japan. He speaks English, French, Japanese, Russian and Ukrainian.In his free time he enjoys spending time with his family, including his dog Mykola (Miki), learning Japanese to which he devotes 45-60 minutes each day, spending time on Hachijojima, including gardening (he even grew a square watermelon a few years ago), tennis, yoga and his latest hobby is sanshin on which he performed at Tama Parthenon during a special fundraising concert for Tohoko & Ukraine.Connect with Alexander LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-dmitrenko/ LinksTwo Rooms: https://tworooms.jp/en/ Connect with Catherine LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/oconnellcatherine/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyeronair

Aurecon’s Simon McFadden joins Bree Miechel from Ashurst to explore the vital role of data centres. They discuss the growing demands they place on energy and water resources, and the critical engineering strategies being employed to enhance efficiency and sustainability. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With its new carried interest regime offering a 50% tax rebate, Spain is making a bold play for private equity talent. Clearer rules, competitive rates, and a lifestyle that blends world-class cuisine, culture, and climate are turning heads, and portfolios, toward the Iberian Peninsula. Could a move to Spain cut your carried interest tax bill in half, without the usual legal grey zones? What if your next bonus came with sunshine, sangria, and a 50% rebate from the Spanish tax authorities? This episode in the Tax Lyrical mini-series breaks down Spain’s new carried interest regime and asks whether a five-year holding period is a gateway to major savings or a hidden pitfall waiting to catch fund executives off guard. To unpack Spain’s new carried interest regime, Ashurst’s Patricia Allen is joined by Javier Hernández Galante. Together, they explore the key requirements, tax benefits, and common pitfalls of the new framework, as well as how it compares to previous treatment under Spanish law. “The goal is to bring clarity where there was once uncertainty,” explains Javier, highlighting why Spain may now be a serious contender for fund executives looking to optimise both tax and lifestyle. This is the latest episode in our mini-series on tackling tax issues and investment funds. To listen to this episode and subscribe to future episodes, search for “Ashurst Legal Outlook” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many companies are adapting their governance and reporting processes in response to the UK’s new Cyber Governance Code of Practice. In this episode, we explain some of the main implications for board directors and in-house legal teams. It’s often said that there are two types of companies: those that have been hacked and those that are going to be. With cyber threats constantly evolving and escalating, the Department of Science, Innovation and Technology this year issued the UK Cyber Governance Code of Practice. For this latest episode of our UK Governance & Compliance mini-series, we’ve gathered a team of experts to answer the questions that directors and in-house legal teams are asking. These include: How does the code work in practice? What actions are required to comply with the Code? Where should directors start? What role should legal teams play in incident planning and response? What guidance is available? What part does training have to play? And, looking ahead, how likely is the Code to become a mandatory regulatory requirement? Joining Ashurst’s Will Chalk to discuss these issues (and more) are Rhiannon Webster, Ashurst's UK head of data protection and cybersecurity, and Rachael Falk, a partner in Ashurst’s Risk Advisory team in Sydney, Australia. To listen and subscribe to future episodes in our governance and compliance mini-series, search for ‘Ashurst Legal Outlook’ on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your favourite podcast player. And to find out more about the full range of Ashurst podcasts, visit ashurst.com/podcasts. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Industrious Conversations, Ashurst Employment partners, Kathy Srdanovic and Jon Lovell, discuss the implications of the recent federal election for Australian employers in industrial relations. Together, they pinpoint the issues to watch out for including: Restraint of trade reforms Security of employment and enhanced safety net (NES) protections Bargaining; Long service leave changes; and AI in the workplace. They discuss the likely changes to post-enmployment restraints, particularly non-compete clauses, the possible expansion of labour hire protections, the push towards preserving penalty rates, and increased protections in rostering and flexible work arrangements. They also speculate on Australia’s prospects for forced bargaining, multi-employer bargaining, a universal long service leave scheme, and the regulation of artificial intelligence in the workplace. Along the way, they reflect on if and how the mooted changes might impact Australia’s lagging productivity. To listen to this and subscribe to future episodes of Industrious Conversations, search for “Ashurst Legal Outlook” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your favourite podcast player. To find out more about the full range of Ashurst podcasts, visit ashurst.com/podcasts. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the latest episode of our World@Work series, we discuss several nations’ contrasting approaches to workplace investigations relating to whistleblower reports and sexual harassment issues. An expert panel from around the globe explains what is prompting the surge in internal investigations and how employers in various jurisdictions are rising to the challenges. Along the way, they discuss their nation’s approaches to employer liability, prevention, complaint handling and allegations, timeframes, fines and compensation, plus other sensitivities and complexities of workplace investigations. It’s an illuminating summary that highlights trends and options of note to employers and HR teams everywhere. Ashurst’s Kirsten Scott hosts this episode from Perth, Australia. She’s joined by Crowley Woodford in the UK, Andreas Mauroschat in Germany, Cristina Grande in Spain, Norman Ibnuaji in Indonesia and Jordan Cohen in France. To listen to this and subscribe to future episodes, search for “Ashurst Legal Outlook” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your favourite podcast player. To find out more about the full range of Ashurst podcasts, visit ashurst.com/podcasts. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those developments referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying this information to specific issues or transactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With investor interest rising by the day, our latest podcast explores the data centre market in Spain. This wide-ranging discussion covers everything from finance structuring to lease agreements, and from zoning challenges to power connection issues. When it comes to Spain’s data centres, how can domestic and overseas investors put themselves in pole position? Which financing options are most effective? How well do banks understand these assets? Where might the hidden obstacles be? All these questions – and more – are tackled in this podcast discussion on Spain’s booming data centres market. Joining us from Madrid, Ashurst colleagues Ismael Fernández Antón and José Christian Bertram cover a lot of ground in under 20 minutes, mapping the financing landscape and describing the market’s intricacies. This episode is a must-listen for anyone considering deals in this growing asset class. To listen to this and subscribe to future episodes, search for “Ashurst Legal Outlook” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your favourite podcast player. To read more about data centres in Spain, read this article on the Ashurst website. And to find out more about the full range of Ashurst podcasts, visit ashurst.com/podcasts. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the wake of corporate scandals, Provision 29 of the UK Corporate Governance Code has been revamped with implications for risk management and internal controls in many UK companies. With new rules set to apply for financial periods beginning on or after 1 January 2026, this podcast looks at how companies can prepare. In today’s episode Ashurst’s Will Chalk is joined by two people who were closely involved in industry consultations relating to the UK Corporate Governance Code; Ashurst risk expert Nisha Sanghani and ICAEW governance lead Peter van Veen. They consider what changes to Provision 29 will mean for regulated organisations in the UK. The episode includes a summary of what the new requirements involve and a practical road map for compliance, covering areas of greatest urgency, likely judgment calls, and the possible impacts for assurance. The trio also debate whether the description “Sarbanes-Oxley via the back door” is an apt one for revised Provision 29. To listen and subscribe to this podcast, search for ‘Ashurst Legal Outlook’ on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your favourite podcast player. And to find out more about the full range of Ashurst podcasts, visit ashurst.com/podcasts. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this first episode of the series, Ashurst colleagues Tom Mercer, Harry Thimont and Jade Jack endeavour to unpick the year to date and the impact that geopolitical upheaval has had on the public markets. The tumultuous start to the year has seen significant market volatility and the trio describe how this has affected, and how they expect it will continue to affect, UK public M&A. The episode is intended to sit alongside, and complement, our quarterly publication which is available on our website. The publication looks at key highlights and market developments in the first quarter, as well as relevant legal and regulatory developments. The publication also includes tables summarising the key features of firm offer announcements made during the quarter. To listen and subscribe to this podcast, search for ‘Ashurst Legal Outlook’ on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your favourite podcast player. And to find out more about the full range of Ashurst podcasts, visit ashurst.com/podcasts. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ashurst recently brought together key stakeholders from across the data centre ecosystem to explore the many opportunities and challenges in the industry. In this episode, we share the key takeaways about investing in and financing of data centres. Experts at a recent Ashurst seminar dived deep into the funding issues associated with data centres. Among the participants were Ashurst’s Ruth Harris, Rebecca Clarke, Chris Grey, and Rhodri Lewis – and in today’s podcast they share the highlights and talking points. On the investment side, the seminar discussed strong demand, low vacancy rates, and high barriers to entry due to construction costs, regulatory scrutiny, and power access. With major M&A activity already underway, several capital destinations were flagged up including the Nordics, Spain, Italy and Greece, and the importance of subsea cable access and geopolitical factors was emphasised. From a financing perspective, the move towards longer term lender/sponsor partnerships was covered. Among several hot topics, the seminar explored the challenges of securing early-stage finance, structuring for future asset exits, and lifecycle capex planning amidst rapidly advancing technology. It was also noted that increased lender appetite raises the possibility of earlier involvement in projects and interest in more flexible finance options. To listen to this and subscribe to future episodes, search for “Ashurst Legal Outlook” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your favourite podcast player. To read more about data centres, head to Ashurst's data centre insights hub. And to find out more about the full range of Ashurst podcasts, visit ashurst.com/podcasts. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discover the trends impacting the biggest capital deployment we have ever seen for energy infrastructure. Aurecon’s Paul Gleeson and Ashurst’s Elena Lambros and Dan Brown discuss the current state of the energy transition, energy mix options including gas, hydrogen and nuclear and the economic choices that markets, investors and companies are making around the transition.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Players from across the data centre ecosystem gathered recently to debate everything from planning and power to investment and financing. In this episode, we report on the opportunities and challenges that were identified, and some of the solutions that were uncovered. Ashurst’s recent Data Centre Seminar featured some of the brightest minds and latest innovations. Fresh from attending the event, Ashurst’s Ruth Harris and Rebecca Clarke reflect on the highlights and key takeaways in this podcast episode. As Ruth and Rebecca explain, a wide variety of topics were covered in a short space of time at the Seminar. Discussions about planning and construction included practical tips for engaging with planning authorities and aligning data centre projects with local community benefits to accelerate project approvals. This was illustrated by expert guest Emma Williamson, who has worked extensively integrating data centres into urban regeneration schemes and harnessing their heat output for district energy networks. Rebecca and Ruth also explain how data centres contribute to local job creation in the construction sector and beyond. They emphasise the value of smaller regional data centres, and they also ponder the power supply and sustainability issues that were flagged by industry leaders Tim O’Reilly and Edward Sargent. All in all, it’s an episode that underscores how vital (and valuable) data centres will continue to be as AI and the digital world expand in the years to come. To listen to this and subscribe to future episodes, search for “Ashurst Legal Outlook” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your favourite podcast player. To read more about data centres, head to Ashurst's data centre insights hub. And to find out more about the full range of Ashurst podcasts, visit ashurst.com/podcasts. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode marks the first in a new Ashurst series on Employment and Safety law developments in Australia. After collaborating on a landmark psychosocial risk court case, Ashurst partner Scarlet Reid and State Chambers barrister Bruce Hodgkinson AM SC reflect on what employers might learn. Along the way, Scarlet and Bruce discusses the threshold for psychosocial harm and whether stress meets that test, the complexities of what constitutes “reasonable management action” and the importance of regularly updating employer policies. They also emphasise the value of training and instruction for line managers so that they can handle sensitive discussions in a way that is legally compliant, psychologically safe, and appropriate. “There’s so much learning to come in this area,” Scarlet adds. “Guidance from courts will be very important as this area of the law continues to develop.” To listen to this and subscribe to future episodes in this series search for “Ashurst Legal Outlook” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your favourite podcast player. And to find out more about the full range of Ashurst podcasts, visit ashurst.com/podcasts. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we report on the changes to the UK’s consumer law regime (made by the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (the DMCC Act). With enforcement action expected to ramp up in the UK, we consider how similar approaches have played out in Australia and Italy. While consumer protection jurisdictions in Australia and Italy have seen strong and active enforcement, the enforcement powers in the UK were relatively weaker – until 6 April 2025, when the Competition & Markets Authority's new direct enforcement powers became active. In this episode, Ashurst colleagues Fiona Garside and Chris Eberhardt explain how the UK’s new regime represents a major change to the way consumer law is enforced, including potentially significant penalties for breaches (up to a maximum of 10% of the company's global turnover) as well as redress requirements and other directions or remedies. Joining Fiona and Chris are Gabriele Accardo and Melissa Fraser from Ashurst’s Milan and Sydney offices, respectively. Gabriele and Melissa explain how consumer protection enforcement works in Italy and Australia. They outline how prudent organisations approach compliance, including setting a culture from senior management downwards. And they share the regulatory priorities and trends that are shaping the agenda in their respective countries. Together, the four colleagues reflect on what UK organisations can learn from their overseas counterparts. To listen and subscribe to this podcast, search for ‘Ashurst Legal Outlook’ on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your favourite podcast player. And to find out more about the full range of Ashurst podcasts, visit ashurst.com/podcasts. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Ashurst’s Lorraine Johnston chats with Taranpreet Rai from Epson UK about how to integrate sustainability into the very core of a business. Taran describes Epson’s innovative approach to ESG, including its groundbreaking micro piezo printing technology which reduces energy consumption compared with traditional printing methods. Taran also explains Epson’s dry fiber technology, a revolutionary near-waterless recycling process that transforms discarded paper into reusable materials which can be reused in other industries, such as fashion. Taran explains how sustainability advocacy helps put ESG at the top of the agenda across the business, ensuring that every department understands their role in achieving social and environmental goals. She also describes Epson’s exhaustive approach to sustainability reporting, third-party verification, and measuring ESG performance. Listen to more episodes in the Game Changers mini-series – featuring an array of thought-provoking guests – by subscribing to ESG Matters @ Ashurst on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has begun SMS investigations under its new digital markets regime – with tech giants like Apple and Google already in its sights. In this episode, we cast the spotlight on the CMA’s early investigations under the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (the DMCC Act). The UK’s new digital regime came into force in January this year, introducing widespread changes to competition law, the enforcement of consumer law and a regime regulating designated digital companies in the UK. Under the DMCC Act, the CMA has the power to designate companies with “strategic market status” (SMS), impose tailored conduct requirements, and make pro-competition interventions. Together, Ashurst’s Fiona Garside, Chris Eberhardt and Isabella Hunt discuss the CMA’s first SMS investigations into Google’s search and advertising services, and Apple’s and Google’s mobile ecosystems. The conversation highlights the activities under investigation, emphasises the importance of third-party input to shape regulatory outcomes, and draws comparisons with the EU’s Digital Markets Act. There’s also discussion of how the CMA’s “4 P’s framework” (pace, predictability, proportionality, and process) might apply and speculation about future investigations into the UK’s highly concentrated cloud services market. To listen and subscribe to this podcast, search for ‘Ashurst Legal Outlook’ on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your favourite podcast player. And to find out more about the full range of Ashurst podcasts, visit ashurst.com/podcasts. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tracking vine trunk movements down to the 0.5-micron level, Phytech is leveraging technology to optimize vine irrigation. Cody Ashurst, Director of Vineyards, and Lex Palmer, Marketing Manager, discuss how their solution optimizes and automates irrigation today and how it can be extended to optimize fertilization, harvest dates, and much more. Detailed Show Notes: Phytech - a global SaaS company that optimizes agricultural irrigationTechnology includes dendrometers, irrigation pressure switches, soil moisture probes, and frost & weather stationsCrops include nuts (biggest), citrus, pears, getting into row cropsVineyard solution primarily West Coast / CA, pursuing Portugal, Spain, Italy, Chile, Mexico, TexasDendrometer - digital devices mounted onto vine or tree, measures expansion and contraction of plant trunks at the 0.5-micron level (70 microns = 1 human hair)Vineyard solution includes a dendrometer, soil probe, website, and mobile app with wireless comms and data loggers connected via cellular, satellite, or wifiThe solution can be adjusted based on the type of farming (e.g., quality or quantity), rootstocks, clones, soil typesTracks trunk size and soil moisture to signal irrigation needsOptional: pump/value control for irrigationCan schedule up to 2 weeks of irrigationCan monitor fertilizer inputs (cost of fertilizer up 600% last 5 years)Benefits:Don't promise water savings, but see up to 60% less water useImprove quality by knowing when veraison happens and when vines stop growing or are stallingOptimize fertilizer, diesel, and electric pump costsReduce labor for irrigation if automatedThe system logs data, enabling knowledge transfer when people leaveCase study: High-end Napa vintner got WE94 points 1st vintage, then used Phytech in a heat wave year and got WE97 w/ tailored post-veraison irrigation; other growers had a 30% loss, the winery had a 3% lossCase study: one ranch was expecting a 50% loss, but down to 3% with irrigation changesPricing - depends on # of sites in a blockThere is a small upfront fee for installationMonthly SaaS fee (~$50-80/acre/year), includes maintenanceWeather station ~$700/year (vs ~$3,500 to buy)Case studies (videos on website)Ultra premium Napa winery NeotempoLarger Mendocino grower Bonterra Marketing most through word of mouth/referralsDigital media, video testimonials, trade shows & panelsVideo in digital media has been the most valuableConnecting 1:1 is very helpfulPhytech is more holistic than other solutionsThe most significant barrier to adoption is technophobiaThe subscription-based model eliminates “tech graveyard” growers haveProduct roadmapPredictive brix/pH model (growers input brix, system tracks weather, vine response) to predict harvest date by blockGDD (growing degree days) monitoring tracking temperature and humidity in the field at the block levelAI Advisor to look at past data and current practices and enable recommendationsOther exciting innovations - Autonomous spraying and tractors (Guss, Monarch), optical arrays for vine health (Scout), microalgae for soil health (MyLand) Get access to library episodes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Arizona cowboy and writer Ed Ashurst tells stories of working with old-time cowboys Whistle Mills and Bill Howell and talks about his experiences on legendary Arizona outfits including the O RO Ranch, the Babbitt Ranch, and the Diamond A Ranch. Recorded onstage in front of a live audience at the 2nd Annual Ranch Verse.    This episode was sponsored by the National Ranching Heritage Center in Lubbock, Texas. Learn more at www.ranchingheritage.org   Learn more about Cowboy Crossroads at www.andyhedges.com   Become a Patron at www.patreon.com/cowboycrossroads

When a woman has devoted so many years to being a stay-at-home mom and then the kids grow up and leave, she will often feel as though she is floundering a bit to get her feet underneath her.  What are her next steps? How does she enter the workforce with not a lot of 'working outside the home' experience in the last 30 years?  Angela Ashurst-McGee is a career coach who focuses on helping women in this exact situation enter the 'working world' in the best way possible. Here are some great things to know about Angela: Angela Ashurst-McGee is a Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW) and the creator of Upword Resume, a premium resume-writing service for professionals who want to keep their career moving onward and upward. In the last 15 years, the Upword Resume team has written resumes and LinkedIn profiles for everyone from blue collar workers and new grads to Fortune 50 executives and serial entrepreneurs. Angela is a firm believer that a good job isn't just a good paycheck—it's a key to our deeper dreams of creating value and making the world a better place. She is an advocate and reformer who loves bringing clarity, confidence, and optimism to Upword Resume' clients. Angela is the mother to six teens and young adults and lives in Mapleton, Utah. You can find Angela at: https://upwordresume.com/blog https://upwordresume.com/career-re-entry-resume-service/ On LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook @upwordresume Thanks for listening!  Want to learn more about this concept?  Check out these podcasts: 89 Mid-Life Teenage Angst 128 Growing Up Into Middle-Age 184 Excited About Middle-Age 261 No  More Growing Old Gracefully with Kwavi Agbeyegbe 315 Mid-Life Crisis? Yes, Please! Are you curious about what it would be like to work with me? Here are two options: Group coaching classes are available at tanyahale.com/groupcoaching Interested in a free 90-minute coaching/consult with me?  Access my calendar at: https://tanyahalecalendar.as.me/

There's no such thing as a slow year in this industry—stories of scandals, crimes, fines, and regulations just keep on coming.But even with that in mind, 2024 feels like a standout year.So, what should compliance professionals focus on? How do we separate what's truly important from what's just entertaining?Our expert host, Marit Rødevand, is joined by Jesal Punjani, Managing Director at Plenitude Consulting, and Neil Donovan, Partner at Ashurst, to discuss: the financial crime stories that mattered in 2024 Stories discussed: EU's new Anti-Money Laundering Authority to be based in FrankfurtBanks must refund fraud up to £85,000 in five daysFinance worker pays out $25 million after video call with deepfake ‘chief financial officer'Starling Bank fined £29m for ‘shockingly lax' financial crime controlsUK should pay whistleblowers to cut financial crime, says think-tank12 suspects and 15 companies charged with massive VAT fraudProducer: Matthew Dunne-MilesEditor: Dominic DelargyEngineer: Nicholas Thon____________________________________The Laundry podcast: Dive deep into the intricacies of financial crime, AML (anti-money laundering), compliance, sanctions, and the ever-evolving landscape of financial regulation.Hosted by Marit Rødevand, Fredrik Riiser, and Robin Lycka – this podcast features renowned experts from banking, fintech, compliance, and investigative journalism.Together, they shed light on the industry's trending topics, analyse mainstream news through a compliance-focused lens, and connect the fight against financial crime to its real-world consequences and ramifications.The Laundry is proudly produced by Strise, the AML Automation Cloud.Get in touch at: laundry@strise.aiSubscribe to our newsletter, Fresh Laundry, here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“A lot of the keys to decarbonisation are really simple, cheap ones if only we could break ourselves out of our normal patterns,” says Arup's Joan Ko in this illuminating episode of Game Changers and Transition Makers. In conversation with Ashurst's Elena Lambros, Joan describes how Arup works with clients to engineer more sustainable environments and communities. Joan advocates a place-based approach to decarbonisation, where local infrastructure and social networks are reimagined to create climate-positive outcomes. She also emphasises the value of leveraging existing resources, such as under-used buildings, to achieve cost effective low-carbon solutions. Along the way, Joan and Elena zoom in and out from the private sector to the public sector and from the personal to the political to reveal smarter ways to achieve climate action. Listen back to the complete Game Changers mini-series – featuring an array of inspiring guests – by subscribing to ESG Matters @ Ashurst on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Perhaps surprisingly, this is one of the most uplifting and positive episodes of Game Changers and Transition Makers to date. If you're wondering how that's possible – when talking about death, bereavement and funerals – then you probably haven't come across our guest, Poppy Mardall. Poppy is the inspirational founder of Poppy's Funerals in London. Since 2012, she's made it her mission to offer Londoners more thoughtful, sustainable options that can be tailored to individual needs. In the episode, Poppy talks candidly about the lack of regulation in the funeral sector and her vision to change the industry from within by building quality services around customers' preferences rather than sticking with traditional, outdated norms that are often impersonal, inflexible and unnecessarily harmful for the environment. In conversation with Ashurst's Lorraine Johnston, Poppy explains how staff engagement propelled her business to achieve and maintain B Corp Certification. And she explains why she doesn't describe Poppy's Funerals as ‘green' funeral directors: “We consider ourselves to be a modern business that is prioritising sustainability in all ways. We want our business to exist in 50 years' time, and we want the planet to be in good shape in 50 years' time. It's much more about just being responsible and being thoughtful, rather than any ‘gimmicky' kind of branding.” Listen to more episodes in the Game Changers mini-series – featuring an array of thought-provoking guests – by subscribing to ESG Matters @ Ashurst on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Doctor Is In Series – where we will discuss understandings and developments in the field of psychology.     In today's episode, Chris and Abbie are discussing Bullying. They will talk about what bullying is, the difference between bullying and just being mean and the psychological impact it can have on people, as well as what we can do about it. [Nov 4, 2024]    00:00 - Intro  00:16 - Dr. Abbie Maroño Intro  00:42 - Intro Links  Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/  Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/  Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/  Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/  Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb  CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/  innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/   03:50 - The Topic of the Day: Bullying  04:17 - Defining Bullying  09:04 - Them or You  11:39 - Understanding Consequences  14:54 - Dehumanizing as an Excuse  17:18 - Symptoms of Being Bullied  21:10 - The Power of Support  23:40 - PTSD Similarities  31:04 - Names Can Hurt Me!  34:14 - Some Things to Help  37:00 - The Problems in Schools  41:41 - Reading, Writing & Empathy  42:50 - Wrap Up  43:17 - Next Month: Flow State and Self Compassion  43:34 - Outro   www.social-engineer.com   www.innocentlivesfoundation.org     Find us online:  Twitter: @DrAbbieofficial  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dr-abbie-maroño-phd  Instagram: @DoctorAbbieofficial  Twitter: @humanhacker  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christopherhadnagy      References:  Basharpoor, S., Molavi, P., Sheykhi, S., Khanjani, S., Rajabi, M., & Mosavi, S. A. (2013). The relationship between emotion regulation and emotion expression styles with bullying behaviors in adolescent Students. J Ardabil Univ Med Sci, 13(3), 264-75.  Conway, P. M., Høgh, A., Balducci, C., & Ebbesen, D. K. (2021). Workplace bullying and mental health. Pathways of job-related negative behaviour, 101-128.  deLara, E. W. (2019). Consequences of childhood bullying on mental health and relationships for young adults. Journal of Child and Family Studies, 28, 2379-2389.  Du Plessis, M. R., Smeekens, S., Cillessen, A. H., Whittle, S., & Güroǧlu, B. (2019). Bullying the brain? Longitudinal links between childhood peer victimization, cortisol, and adolescent brain structure. Frontiers in psychology, 9, 398857.  Foody, M., & Samara, M. (2018). Considering mindfulness techniques in school-based anti-bullying programmes. Journal of New Approaches in Educational Research (NAER Journal), 7(1), 3-9.  Landstedt, E., & Persson, S. (2014). Bullying, cyberbullying, and mental health in young people. Scandinavian journal of public health, 42(4), 393-399.  Mahady Wilton, M. M., Craig, W. M., & Pepler, D. J. (2000). Emotional regulation and display in classroom victims of bullying: Characteristic expressions of affect, coping styles and relevant contextual factors. Social development, 9(2), 226-245.  Moore, B., & Woodcock, S. (2017). Resilience, bullying, and mental health: Factors associated with improved outcomes. Psychology in the Schools, 54(7), 689-702.  Olweus, D. (2013). School bullying: Development and some important challenges. Annual review of clinical psychology, 9, 751-780.  Rigby, K. (2003). Consequences of bullying in schools. The Canadian journal of psychiatry, 48(9), 583-590.  Rivers, I., Poteat, V. P., Noret, N., & Ashurst, N. (2009). Observing bullying at school: The mental health implications of witness status. School Psychology Quarterly, 24(4), 211.  Rossouw, P. J. (2013). The effects of bullying on the developing brain. Strategies for effective interventions. PJ Rossouw (Ed.), 2, 102-112. 

Ashurst's Johnston chats with Climate Impact Partners' CFO ShanMae Teo about voluntary carbon markets and how businesses can purchase credits from carbon projects that align with their goals and values. And opportunities for companies to finance the development of new high-impact projects. In an unflinching discussion, Lorraine and ShanMae dissect media scepticism of carbon offsetting and consider the evidence that pricing carbon really can drive positive change. From the discussion, it's clear that not all carbon credits are created equally. Quality matters, says ShanMae: "With our enhanced quality assurance process, we really want to make sure that the projects that we're supporting are delivering that impact from an environmental and community standpoint." It's an episode packed with inspiring examples of carbon-cutting projects worldwide that are making deep and lasting impacts for the better. Along the way, ShaneMae shares insights on finance, metrics, infrastructure, and the future of voluntary carbon markets. Listen to more episodes in the Game Changers mini-series – featuring an array of thought-provoking guests – by subscribing to ESG Matters @ Ashurst on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Follow this link to listen to the Climate Impact Partners podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Proven tips and real-life examples of how to expand business procurement in a culturally safe and sensitive way that builds lasting relationships with the First Nations businesses. Ashurst's Head of First Nations Strategy, Trent Wallace, is joined by Ashurst Procurement Lead APAC Will Houston to explain how the firm has expanded its procurement with First Nations businesses in Australia and share tips for other organisations seeking to tap into more diverse suppliers. The episode begins by exploring how the broader procurement profession has changed over the past decade. In particular, Will reflects on the growing priority of sustainability in procurement and how the COVID-19 pandemic forced many organisations to seek more local suppliers. (Or as Will puts it, purchasing that's “not just the right price, but from the right place”.) Will recommends organisations take a strategic approach to procurement that fosters long-term relationships with First Nations suppliers rather than short-term transactional arrangements. He also offers some examples of such an approach based on the Ashurst experience. Finally, he describes some of the trends and opportunities that are set to shape the procurement sector in the years ahead. Listen and subscribe to all our ESG Matters @ Ashurst episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Kyle Bolto takes Ashurst's Elena Lambros on a journey through the past, present, and future of city transport. It's a tale of inspiration and perspiration that leads towards Kyle's "audacious vision" of flexible, affordable, greener transport options for those who live and work in built-up cities. As CEO and founder of Ohmie GO, Kyle provides e-mobility solutions to get large commercial and residential buildings ready for electric vehicles. In our podcast, he recalls a flash of inspiration on a late-night flight ("I was the madman, wide awake, scribbling away on my iPad") which sparked a test run of shared electric vehicles in 2018, followed by a period of further experimentation and exponential business growth. "We're a pretty unique beast," Kyle says, referring to Ohmie GO's commitment to design and build everything in-house. "There are pros and cons that come with that but, largely, it's hugely to our benefit and our customers are starting to feel that. We curate, quarantine, and manage that user journey from end to end." Kyle also talks about his approach to "seeing the world differently" and explains his belief that "car ownership is probably not sustainable in a really big, growing city." He also maps out an alternative: a suite of flexible, affordable modes of transport to suit people's unique needs and circumstances. Listen back to the complete Game Changers mini-series – featuring an array of inspiring guests – by subscribing to ESG Matters @ Ashurst on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ed Ashurst has cowboyed on the most iconic ranches in Arizona. His experiences working cattle in the mountains, deserts and along the Mexican border have inspired more than a dozen books, both fiction and nonfiction. He is also a working cowboy who has ridden and gathered cattle and horses on over seven thousand square miles of the American West, accumulating over fifty years of experience as a big ranch cowboy. He currently manages a large cattle ranch in southeastern Arizona. He has also been involved in producing rodeos and horse shows, as well as horse sales, and has competed in the rodeo arena for over fifty years. His books are about his life's experiences covering different aspects and scenes that race across his vivid memory and water a fertile imagination. All that he has written originates from stories that are well worn from being told many times. He believes that storytelling is an art form that is no less important than painting or sculpting, and people say that his books read as if the storyteller is there in person. Here is a list of books he was written in the order in which he wrote them: "Miracle or Coincidence," "Real Cowboys," "Wagon Boss," "Mavericks," "Alligators in the Moat," "The Life and Times of Warner Glenn," "Stealin' From The Neighbors," "Charlie Gould," "Stories That Terrell Shelley Told Me," "Mel Potter and Friends," "Kidnapped," and coming soon, "Some of Them Dallied, Some Tied Hard and Fast.”  If interested in Ed's books go to Amazon

We're covering two movies with “man” in the title, but DON'T BE FRIGHTENED - there's lots of ladies committing trickery in the folk horror flick, The Wicker Man (1973 & 2006). ***CONTENT WARNING: discussion of sexual assault, spoilers for Midsommar Follow us on Instagram at @thewhorrorspodcast Email us at thewhorrorspodcast@gmail.com Artwork by Gabrielle Fatula (gabrielle@gabriellefatula.com) Music: Epic Industrial Music Trailer by SeverMusicProd Standard Music License  Sources:  Campbell, Dr. Danny. “Weekly Sermons: The Unholy Trinity.” The Tabernacle Family. The Tabernacle, 2022. https://www.thetabernaclefamily.org/tabernacle-sermons/weekly-sermons/sermon/650-the-unholy-trinity. Accessed December 2022. Web.  Chambers, Jamie. "Troubling Folk Horror: Exoticism, Metonymy, and Solipsism in the "Unholy Trinity" and Beyond." JCMS: Journal of Cinema and Media Studies, vol. 61 no. 2, 2022, p. 9-34. Project MUSE, doi:10.1353/cj.2022.0014. Accessed December 2022. “Constructing The Wicker Man: Film and Cultural Studies Perspectives.”Offscreen.com. https://offscreen.com/view/wicker_man#:~:text=Ashurst's%20essay%20demonstrates%20how%20The,the%20usual%20male%2Ddriven%20narrative. Poole, W. Scott. “Monstrous Beginnings.” Monsters in America: Our Historical Obsessions with the Hideous and the Haunting. 2nd edition. Waco, Texas: Baylor University Press, 2018. Print. The Wicker Man (1973) Wiki: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Wicker_Man  The Wicker Man (1973) IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0070917/  The Wicker Man (2006) Wiki: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Wicker_Man_(2006_film)  The Wicker Man (2006) IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0450345/