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What changes when an innovation ecosystem stops talking about problems and starts talking about solutions?In this wrap of Season Four, Oxford+ host Susannah de Jager reflects on a clear shift in rhetoric across the series, from missing pieces of the puzzle to a real sense of momentum in Oxford and the wider UK. She points to initiatives like Equinox, Equitable Innovation Oxford, and the inaugural Oxford Tech Week as signs of an ecosystem finally galvanising itself and becoming easier to engage with.The timing fits a buoyant national picture: UK startup funding reached $7.8 billion in the first quarter of 2026, up 60 per cent year on year, the strongest start to a year since 2022, according to HSBC Innovation Banking and Dealroom. Susannah also looks ahead, previewing a summer Ethics and Innovation miniseries on how AI should be shaped for societies, children and workforces, and a Season Five from September featuring names including Gordon Sanghera and Hermann Hauser.Susannah de Jager: Susannah is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital.Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn and Subscribe to the Oxford+ Newsletter for Exclusive ContentOxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager and supported by Mishcon de Reya, HSBC Innovation Banking, and James Cowper Kreston.Produced and Edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

How should we measure success in the place trying to scale Britain's best science? In this Oxford+ in Brief, Dr Ceri Morgan takes on the same four quick-fire questions every guest faces. She reflects on what success would mean after two decades spent at arm's length in investment banking, the advice she would give anyone entering the Oxford ecosystem, and what the city does brilliantly yet struggles with: it brings you face to face with astonishing, modest people, but connects them far too rarely. Looking ahead to 2050, Ceri wants Oxford closer to the Boston benchmark, with more companies scaling outside the university and acquirers reinvesting locally rather than draining talent abroad. Her timing is apt: UK university spin-outs have nearly tripled in value to £49 billion since 2020, with activity now spreading beyond the golden triangle. From mentorship and the Lamb and Flag to a magic-wand investor database, this is a short, candid window into how a natural connector thinks.Ceri Morgan: Dr Ceri Morgan is a Partner at Dalloway Partners, the advisory firm founded in 2025 by Vanessa Colomar and Helen James to help foundational science and first-time founders scale at speed. A medical doctor by training, she practised in cardiology and trauma medicine before moving into the City, where she spent more than two decades in healthcare and life sciences investment banking, building and leading top-ranked life science teams at firms including KBC Peel Hunt and Deutsche Bank and advising companies such as Oxford Nanopore and IP Group. Most recently she was Head of Late Stage Portfolio at Oxford Science Enterprises, and she is a Senior Advisor to LifeScience ORG. Based in Oxford, she also sits on a London hospital patient advisory group, drawing on her own experience as a cancer patient to push for stronger patient advocacy.Connect with Ceri on LinkedInSusannah de Jager: Susannah is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital.Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn and Subscribe to the Oxford+ Newsletter for Exclusive ContentOxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager and supported by Mishcon de Reya, HSBC Innovation Banking, and James Cowper Kreston.Produced and Edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

How should we value a healthcare system that frustrates the very innovators trying to improve it?In this episode of Oxford+, host Susannah de Jager speaks with Dr Ceri Morgan, a doctor turned healthcare investment banker turned patient, about her three careers and what they reveal about UK life sciences. Ceri explains why, for years, companies pitching an NHS-first strategy were handed close to a zero valuation, and why the UK's thin life sciences public market has pushed founders towards private capital and trade sales.Her move to Dalloway Partners marks a third act focused on the non-scientific side of scaling: mentoring founders, opening up investor networks and building Oxford's ecosystem. The timing matters. After UK biotech raised just £1.8 billion in 2025, early 2026 figures show venture funding rebounding, with £516 million raised in the first quarter. From recycling capital and talent to being your own patient advocate, this is a candid conversation about fixing the structures around brilliant British science.(00:00) - Welcome to Oxford+ (01:23) - A Doctor's Path into the City (03:34) - Building a Life Sciences Banking Team (06:31) - Twenty Years Advising Science Companies (08:35) - A Third Career and a New Mission (10:24) - Why the NHS Earns a Zero Valuation (11:53) - The Shrinking Life Sciences Public Market (15:29) - Inside Dalloway Partners (17:27) - The Non-Scientific Side of Scaling (22:32) - Treating Oxford as One Ecosystem (27:46) - Female Health, Storytelling and Open Networks (33:58) - Being Your Own Patient Advocate Ceri Morgan: Dr Ceri Morgan is a Partner at Dalloway Partners, the advisory firm founded in 2025 by Vanessa Colomar and Helen James to help foundational science and first-time founders scale at speed. A medical doctor by training, she practised in cardiology and trauma medicine before moving into the City, where she spent more than two decades in healthcare and life sciences investment banking, building and leading top-ranked life science teams at firms including KBC Peel Hunt and Deutsche Bank and advising companies such as Oxford Nanopore and IP Group. Most recently she was Head of Late Stage Portfolio at Oxford Science Enterprises, and she is a Senior Advisor to LifeScience ORG. Based in Oxford, she also sits on a London hospital patient advisory group, drawing on her own experience as a cancer patient to push for stronger patient advocacy.Connect with Ceri on LinkedIn Susannah de Jager: Susannah is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital.Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn and Subscribe to the Oxford+ Newsletter for Exclusive ContentOxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager and supported by Mishcon de Reya, HSBC Innovation Banking, and James Cowper Kreston.Produced and Edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

As the music world pays tribute to Kanya King following her death at the age of 57, this is another chance to hear the founder and "visionary" of the Mobo Awards taking with Elliot Moss on Jazz Shapers with Mishcon de Reya in 2014.

What does success really look like when we get hiring right? In this Oxford+ in Brief, Susannah de Jager puts forward four questions to Riham Satti, co-founder and CEO of MeVitae. Riham describes success as a workplace where people feel they belong, feel empowered, and stay because their work feels like a career worth building. She offers candid advice for anyone entering the Oxford ecosystem, reflects on what the city does brilliantly and where it could connect its specialised pockets more effectively, and imagines what Oxford might look like by 2050. With a recent large-scale study finding that AI hiring tools can systematically reject qualified candidates (Stanford HAI, May 2026), her closing wish, a magic wand for fairness at work, could not feel more timely. Riham Satti: Riham Satti is the co-founder and CEO of MeVitae, an award-winning people intelligence platform that combines neuroscience, behavioural economics, and responsible AI to help organisations make fairer, faster, and fully explainable workforce decisions. A neuroscientist by training, Riham studied medical engineering at Imperial College London before completing her research at Oxford, where she developed a deep fascination with how the brain makes decisions. Through the Oxford University Innovation incubator, she co-founded MeVitae with computer scientist Vivek Doraiswamy to tackle bias and inefficiency in hiring. MeVitae now works with global enterprise clients including Transport for London, HS2, and Taylor Wessing, delivering up to 90% time and cost savings while reducing employee turnover by 25%. The company has been honoured with the Norrsken Impact/100 Award, nominated by Microsoft, and was selected by the UK Information Commissioner's Office to co-develop the national AI Data Protection Audit. Riham is a TEDx and keynote speaker and sits on the TechUK Council, advising on the responsible use of AI in business.Connect with Riham on LinkedInSusannah de Jager: Susannah is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital.Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn and Subscribe to the Oxford+ Newsletter for Exclusive ContentOxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager and supported by Mishcon de Reya, HSBC Innovation Banking, and James Cowper Kreston.Produced and Edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

What if the key to fairer hiring lies not in better policies, but in understanding how our brains actually make decisions?In this episode of Oxford+, host Susannah de Jager speaks with Riham Satti, co-founder and CEO of MeVitae, about her journey from studying neuroscience at Oxford to building an AI-driven platform that transforms workforce decision-making. They explore how cognitive biases shape recruitment, why ten seconds of CV screening can derail a hiring process, and how organisations can use data and responsible AI to make fairer, faster, and smarter people decisions.With recent research showing that recruiters using biased AI tools mirror those inequitable choices up to 90% of the time, the conversation could not be more timely. Riham explains how MeVitae integrates neuroscience, anonymised recruiting, and transparent algorithms to help organisations identify hidden risks, improve candidate experience, and build genuinely inclusive workplaces. From bootstrapping with grant funding to working with global enterprise clients, her story is a blueprint for turning academic curiosity into commercial impact.(00:00) - Welcome to Oxford Plus (01:42) - The Academic Path to Entrepreneurship (03:12) - Stumbling into the World of Startups (04:21) - From a CV App to Uncovering a Broken Industry (06:37) - Funding the Early Days with Grants and Grit (09:59) - How MeVitae Evolved from B2C to Enterprise AI (13:58) - Neuroscience in Action: Eye Tracking and Hiring Bias (15:55) - Practical Steps to Reduce Unconscious Bias (22:16) - The Benefits Beyond Efficiency: Candidate Experience (27:48) - Connecting HR Data to Uncover Hidden Risks (32:12) - Company Retreats and Building Team Culture (37:01) - The Future of MeVitae and Responsible AI Riham Satti: Riham Satti is the co-founder and CEO of MeVitae, an award-winning people intelligence platform that combines neuroscience, behavioural economics, and responsible AI to help organisations make fairer, faster, and fully explainable workforce decisions. A neuroscientist by training, Riham studied medical engineering at Imperial College London before completing her research at Oxford, where she developed a deep fascination with how the brain makes decisions. Through the Oxford University Innovation incubator, she co-founded MeVitae with computer scientist Vivek Doraiswamy to tackle bias and inefficiency in hiring. MeVitae now works with global enterprise clients including Transport for London, HS2, and Taylor Wessing, delivering up to 90% time and cost savings while reducing employee turnover by 25%. The company has been honoured with the Norrsken Impact/100 Award, nominated by Microsoft, and was selected by the UK Information Commissioner's Office to co-develop the national AI Data Protection Audit. Riham is a TEDx and keynote speaker and sits on the TechUK Council, advising on the responsible use of AI in business.Connect with Riham on LinkedIn Susannah de Jager: Susannah is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital.Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn and Subscribe to the Oxford+ Newsletter for Exclusive ContentOxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager and supported by Mishcon de Reya, HSBC Innovation Banking, and James Cowper Kreston.Produced and Edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

What would it take for Oxford to truly unlock its potential as a global innovation hub and what keeps getting in the way?In this Oxford+ In Brief mini episode, host Susannah de Jager puts four quick-fire questions to Dr Holly Reeve, co-founder and CEO of HydRegen. Holly shares what success looks like if Hydregen reaches commercial scale manufacturing, why Oxford's chemistry department has become a breeding ground for spin-outs, and why she wishes the barriers between universities and startups were far lower than they are today.With a new super cluster board forming across the Oxford–Cambridge arc and initiatives like Equinox and OX Tech Week working to connect the ecosystem, Holly argues the direction of travel is encouraging. But she is clear that the real bottleneck is not facilities or funding structures: it is the failure to invest strategically in the people behind the science. Dr Holly Reeve: Holly Reeve is the co-founder and CEO of HydRegen, an Oxford University spin-out developing bio-based catalysts to replace precious metals in chemical manufacturing. She holds a MChem and DPhil in Inorganic Chemistry from the University of Oxford, where she worked on the HydRegen technologies from inception in Professor Kylie Vincent's research group. Holly has raised over £1.3 million in early-stage funding from Innovate UK and investors, secured a further £2.6 million led by Clean Growth Fund, and grown the company to 15 people. She is a Royal Society of Chemistry Emerging Technology prize winner and a member of the Royal Academy of Engineering Enterprise Hub's Shott Scale Up Accelerator. In June 2025, HydRegen announced a strategic collaboration with James Robinson Speciality Ingredients to implement its Bio2Amine™ biocatalyst technology in commercial manufacturing.Susannah de Jager: Susannah is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital.Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn and Subscribe to the Oxford+ Newsletter for Exclusive ContentOxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager and supported by Mishcon de Reya, HSBC Innovation Banking, and James Cowper Kreston.Produced and Edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

What does it really take to turn a breakthrough in a university lab into a company that could transform how the world makes chemicals?In this episode of Oxford+, host Susannah de Jager speaks with Dr Holly Reeve, co-founder and CEO of HydRegen, an Oxford spin-out replacing precious metals in chemical manufacturing with bio-based enzyme catalysts. Holly shares her journey from a farm in rural England to leading a 15-person deep tech company now preparing for manufacturing and raising a Series A.With the global biocatalysis market projected to more than double to USD 10.2 billion by 2033, Hydregen is positioned at the forefront of a sector gaining serious momentum. Holly discusses how she developed leadership skills during her PhD, why the shift from academic to commercial mindset is so difficult, and how she balances curiosity with execution. She also speaks candidly about the challenges of fundraising as a female founder in a sector where women-led deep tech startups still receive only 15% of seed funding.(00:00) - Welcome to Oxford+ (01:22) - Growing Up Curious on a Farm (02:36) - Finding Chemistry at Oxford (04:17) - Inside Kylie Vincent's Research Group (05:17) - Learning to Lead through Delegation (07:16) - Going beyond the Lab to Find Industry (09:00) - Knowing Your Strengths and Building around Them (12:13) - Building Industry Relationships during a PhD (13:43) - Learning to Listen before You Pitch (18:06) - Founding HydRegen (23:57) - Replacing Precious Metals with Bio-based Catalysts (31:19) - Exploration versus Exploitation in Deep Tech Dr Holly Reeve: Holly Reeve is the co-founder and CEO of Hydregen, an Oxford University spin-out developing bio-based catalysts to replace precious metals in chemical manufacturing. She holds a MChem and DPhil in Inorganic Chemistry from the University of Oxford, where she worked on the HydRegen technologies from inception in Professor Kylie Vincent's research group. Holly has raised over £1.3 million in early-stage funding from Innovate UK and investors, secured a further £2.6 million led by Clean Growth Fund, and grown the company to 15 people. She is a Royal Society of Chemistry Emerging Technology prize winner and a member of the Royal Academy of Engineering Enterprise Hub's Shott Scale Up Accelerator. In June 2025, HydRegen announced a strategic collaboration with James Robinson Speciality Ingredients to implement its Bio2Amine™ biocatalyst technology in commercial manufacturing.Connect with Holly on LinkedInSusannah de Jager: Susannah is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital.Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn and Subscribe to the Oxford+ Newsletter for Exclusive ContentOxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager and supported by Mishcon de Reya, HSBC Innovation Banking, and James Cowper Kreston.Produced and Edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

What does success really look like for Oxford's innovation ecosystem, and how do you build something that lasts?In this Oxford+ in Brief bonus episode, host Susannah de Jager puts the same four questions to Dr Christiaan de Koning and Michael Collyer, co-founders of Founders and Funders and the team behind the inaugural OX Tech Week. With UK startups raising $7.8 billion in Q1 2026 alone, the stakes for getting Oxford's commercialisation engine right have never been higher. Looking ahead to 2050, Christiaan and Michael imagine a less fragmented, more collaborative Oxford that is not just a research hub but a global commercial centre for science and innovation.Dr Christiaan de Koning: Christiaan de Koning is an Associate Fellow at Green Templeton College, University of Oxford, and Chair of the Founders and Funders Foundation. He teaches at Said Business School and is a strategic adviser to CIMMYT, the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Centre. He holds a DPhil from Oxford in management research, where his work focused on the commercialisation of CRISPR biotechnology through new ventures. Through Founders and Funders, he has helped build a community of over 4,000 members connecting researchers, entrepreneurs, and investors across the Oxford ecosystem.Connect with Christiaan on LinkedInMichael Collyer: Michael Collyer is a researcher at the University of Oxford's Internet Institute and co-founder of the Founders and Funders Foundation. He co-established the university's AI network, running events in Oxford and London to connect researchers and entrepreneurs in the AI and machine learning space. His academic work spans information controls, natural language processing, machine learning, and the intersection of artificial intelligence with intellectual property law.Connect with Michael Collyer on LinkedInSusannah de Jager: Susannah is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital.Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn and Subscribe to the Oxford+ Newsletter for Exclusive ContentOxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager and supported by Mishcon de Reya, HSBC Innovation Banking, and James Cowper Kreston.Produced and Edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

What would it take for Oxford to rival Silicon Valley or Boston as a global destination for deep tech?In this episode of Oxford Plus, host Susannah de Jager sits down with Dr Christiaan de Koning and Michael Collyer, co-founders of the Founders and Funders community, to explore how Oxford is organising itself for a new chapter in innovation. What started as a small gathering during COVID has grown into a 4,000-strong network and a registered foundation connecting researchers, founders, investors, and institutions across the city.Now, with UK startup funding reaching $7.8 billion in Q1 2026 alone – a 60% increase year on year, Oxford is well placed to capture a growing share of that momentum. Christiaan and Michael discuss why the city's problem is not a lack of capital or talent but a lack of connection, and how their upcoming OX Tech Week aims to change that by creating a visible, city-wide platform for the ecosystem.From the Oxford Innovation Map to the vision of making Oxford the global home of deep tech, this is a conversation about what happens when a city that has always excelled at discovery starts to organise itself around building, scaling, and global relevance.Founders and Funders – Oxford's community foundation for researchers, founders, and investorsOxford Tech Week – Oxford's inaugural city-wide tech festival, 26–29 May 2026Oxford Innovation Map (oxmap.tech) – Interactive map of Oxford-affiliated startups, investors, and innovation hubs(00:00) - Welcome to Oxford Plus (01:09) - Introducing Oxford Tech Week and Founders and Funders (02:17) - How Founders and Funders Began (04:40) - From Online Events to Packed Pubs (06:24) - Why 97% of STEM PhDs Leave Academia (08:09) - Oxford at an Inflection Point (10:08) - The Missing Front Door to Oxford (11:06) - Mapping Oxford's Innovation Ecosystem (13:14) - More than Just a University Town (15:53) - The Capital Is Already Here (19:57) - Inside the Inaugural Oxford Tech Week (25:14) - A North Star for Deep Tech Dr Christiaan de Koning: Christiaan de Koning is an Associate Fellow at Green Templeton College, University of Oxford, and Chair of the Founders and Funders Foundation. He teaches at Said Business School and is a strategic adviser to CIMMYT, the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Centre. He holds a DPhil from Oxford in management research, where his work focused on the commercialisation of CRISPR biotechnology through new ventures. Through Founders and Funders, he has helped build a community of over 4,000 members connecting researchers, entrepreneurs, and investors across the Oxford ecosystem.Connect with Christiaan on LinkedInMichael Collyer: Michael Collyer is a researcher at the University of Oxford's Internet Institute and co-founder of the Founders and Funders Foundation. He co-established the university's AI network, running events in Oxford and London to connect researchers and entrepreneurs in the AI and machine learning space. His academic work spans information controls, natural language processing, machine learning, and the intersection of artificial intelligence with intellectual property law.Connect with Michael Collyer on LinkedInSusannah de Jager: Susannah is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital.Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn and Subscribe to the Oxford+ Newsletter for Exclusive ContentOxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager and supported by Mishcon de Reya, HSBC Innovation Banking, and James Cowper Kreston.Produced and Edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

What would it take for Oxford to become the place where the companies that define global healthcare are actually built?In this Oxford+ in Brief, host Susannah de Jager puts four quick-fire questions to Benny Axt, Entrepreneur in Residence at Oxford Science Enterprises. Benny shares his vision of success for the ecosystem, his advice for newcomers, and a candid assessment of where Oxford excels and where it falls short. He argues that world-class science alone is not enough, speed of translation, commercial talent, growth capital and a cultural shift towards risk-taking are all essential if Oxford is to fulfil its potential.With Deloitte's 2026 Global Health Care Outlook reporting that over 70 per cent of non-US health system executives expect margins to improve this year, and IQVIA highlighting structural shifts across the NHS that are reshaping the landscape for health tech companies, Benny's call for Oxford to optimise for execution over perfection feels especially timely. From express licensing of bundled IP to unlocking pension fund capital, this is a concise and direct take on what needs to change, and why the UK's first trillion-dollar company could emerge from deep science in Oxford.Benny Axt: Benny Axt is Entrepreneur in Residence in the Health Tech team at Oxford Science Enterprises (OSE), the largest university-affiliated investment company in the world and OSE's first EIR to join from the US. A seasoned healthcare strategist, operator and corporate development leader, Benny has spent over 15 years building healthcare businesses across six continents. Previously Vice President of Strategy at Dialogue Health Technologies Inc., he supported the company's US market entrance and helped grow it from a venture-backed startup through to IPO and acquisition. Before that, Benny held leadership roles at DaVita, a Fortune 500 healthcare provider, where his work included leading the privatisation of healthcare services in Saudi Arabia and building cultural infrastructure across more than a dozen countries. Benny holds an MBA and a Master of Health Care Delivery Science from Dartmouth College. In addition to his role in venture capital, he serves as a board advisor and healthcare consultant to leaders seeking guidance on strategy, operations and international expansion.Connect with Benny on LinkedInSusannah de Jager: Susannah is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital.Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn and Subscribe to the Oxford+ Newsletter for Exclusive ContentOxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager and supported by Mishcon de Reya, HSBC Innovation Banking, and James Cowper Kreston.Produced and Edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

Tribunal User Group Meeting Minutes: https://www.judiciary.uk/courts-and-tribunals/tribunals/employment-tribunal/employment-tribunal-england-wales/national-user-group/Lewis Silkin, Employment Rights Act timeline: https://www.lewissilkin.com/en/insights/2026/04/15/employment-rights-act-timelineCollyer Bristow, Key Changes in Force from 6 April 2026: https://collyerbristow.com/shorter-reads/employment-rights-act-2025-key-changes-in-force-from-6-april-2026-a-practical-summary-for-employers/Mishcon de Reya, Adam Turner quoted in Personnel Today, Five ways to get ready for April law changes: https://www.personneltoday.com/hr/april-employment-law-changes/

How does world-class science fail to become a scalable business and what can founders do about it?In this episode of Oxford+, host Susannah de Jager speaks with Benny Axt, Entrepreneur in Residence at Oxford Science Enterprises, about the complex relationship between healthcare technology and the systems it must operate within. They explore why healthcare's apparent inefficiency is often intentional constraint, how reimbursement models and regulatory pathways can make or break a company, and what UK health tech founders consistently underestimate about the US market.Drawing on a recent BCG report highlighting a £20 billion annual opportunity if the UK strengthens its ability to translate research into real-world solutions, the conversation underscores why system fluency is not optional but essential. From the cultural transformation Benny led at DaVita across a dozen countries to the structural realities of NHS adoption and the perverse incentives within US oncology, this episode offers a candid and practical guide for founders, investors and anyone working at the intersection of innovation and healthcare delivery.(00:00) - Welcome to Oxford+ (01:51) - The Biggest Misconception about Healthcare (05:04) - Technology versus System: Where Value Really Comes From (07:16) - When Extraordinary Science Fails to Translate (11:48) - The GLP-1 Revolution and Its Unintended Consequences (15:02) - Four Constants across Global Healthcare Systems (18:24) - Culture, DaVita, and Scaling Values across Continents (24:21) - What UK Founders Get Wrong about the US Market (28:12) - Replacement versus Net New Cost Centres (30:48) - Advising Oxford Spin-Outs in Their First 18 Months (38:05) - What Excites Benny about Oxford's Health Tech Ecosystem (44:03) - Why Oxford Science Enterprises and Why Now Benny Axt: Benny Axt is Entrepreneur in Residence in the Health Tech team at Oxford Science Enterprises (OSE), the largest university-affiliated investment company in the world and OSE's first EIR to join from the US. A seasoned healthcare strategist, operator and corporate development leader, Benny has spent over 15 years building healthcare businesses across six continents. Previously Vice President of Strategy at Dialogue Health Technologies Inc., he supported the company's US market entrance and helped grow it from a venture-backed startup through to IPO and acquisition. Before that, Benny held leadership roles at DaVita, a Fortune 500 healthcare provider, where his work included leading the privatisation of healthcare services in Saudi Arabia and building cultural infrastructure across more than a dozen countries. Benny holds an MBA and a Master of Health Care Delivery Science from Dartmouth College. In addition to his role in venture capital, he serves as a board advisor and healthcare consultant to leaders seeking guidance on strategy, operations and international expansion.Connect with Benny on LinkedInSusannah de Jager: Susannah is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital.Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn and Subscribe to the Oxford+ Newsletter for Exclusive ContentOxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager and supported by Mishcon de Reya, HSBC Innovation Banking, and James Cowper Kreston.Produced and Edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

What would success actually look like if Oxfordshire's innovation ecosystem got the next phase right?In this Oxford+ in Brief bonus episode, Susannah de Jager puts four rapid-fire questions to Olga Kozlova, one of the leaders behind Equinox (Equitable Innovation Oxford). Olga shares what she believes the Oxford-Cambridge Growth Corridor could unlock for the UK economy and what it would mean in everyday terms for Oxfordshire as a place to live, from connectivity to housing and opportunity.She also offers practical advice for anyone entering the ecosystem: expect to spend time building relationships, one coffee at a time. Finally, she reflects on Oxford's strengths, from global brand power to extraordinary science, and why the next step depends on becoming more joined up.Olga Kozlova: Olga Kozlova is Director of Innovation and Engagement at the University of Oxford and a leader in innovation ecosystems, technology commercialisation, entrepreneurship, and inclusive growth. She previously established and led the Innovation and Industry Engagement directorate at the University of Strathclyde and founded Converge, Scotland's national company creation and entrepreneurship development programme.Connect with Olga on LinkedInSusannah de Jager: Susannah is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital.Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn and Subscribe to the Oxford+ Newsletter for Exclusive ContentOxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager and supported by Mishcon de Reya, HSBC Innovation Banking, and James Cowper Kreston.Produced and Edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

How do you turn a brilliant but messy innovation ecosystem into something easier to navigate, stronger on the world stage, and fairer for local communities?In this episode of Oxford+, host Susannah de Jager speaks with Olga Kozlova, one of the driving forces behind Equinox (Equitable Innovation Oxford), a new partnership convened by the University of Oxford to align universities, investors, corporates, developers and communities behind a shared ambition for Oxfordshire.Olga explains why Equinox formed, why a united voice matters if Oxford wants to compete with global clusters, and how the initiative aims to make the ecosystem more accessible for founders, investors and companies looking to locate in the region. The conversation also explores why equitable growth cannot be an afterthought in a county with stark inequalities, and how skills, narratives and practical delivery can help more people feel the benefits of innovation.Equinox launched in November 2025 with over 40 regional partners and a new NatWest Accelerator to support Oxfordshire start-ups.(00:00) - Welcome to Oxford+ (02:02) - Why Equinox Was Formed: A United Voice for Oxfordshire (03:51) - Making the Ecosystem Easier to Navigate for Founders and Investors (05:44) - What Equitable Innovation Means in Practice (09:06) - Does Equity Language Spook Investors? (12:42) - The Four Workstreams: Investors, Corporates, Developers, Communities (14:25) - Early Priorities: Inward Investment, Shared Materials, NatWest Accelerator (16:55) - Who Should Join Next: SMEs, NHS, and the Coalition of the Willing (19:53) - What Founders Need: Navigation, Capital, and Peer Networks (22:04) - The Quadruple Helix and a Model Other Regions Can Copy (25:19) - Measuring Success: Sector Diversity, Investors, and Reducing Inequality (28:00) - Olga's Career Journey and Why Universities Matter Olga Kozlova: Olga Kozlova is Director of Innovation and Engagement at the University of Oxford and a leader in innovation ecosystems, technology commercialisation, entrepreneurship, and inclusive growth. She previously established and led the Innovation and Industry Engagement directorate at the University of Strathclyde and founded Converge, Scotland's national company creation and entrepreneurship development programme.Connect with Olga on LinkedInSusannah de Jager: Susannah is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital.Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn and Subscribe to the Oxford+ Newsletter for Exclusive ContentOxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager and supported by Mishcon de Reya, HSBC Innovation Banking, and James Cowper Kreston.Produced and Edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

What would success for UK innovation actually look like in practice?In this short Oxford+ in Brief bonus episode, host Susannah de Jager asks Lord William Hague four fast questions that cut straight to the future of Oxford, the Oxford ecosystem, and Britain's ability to translate world-class ideas into lasting prosperity. Hague argues that the UK should aim to make the Oxford–Cambridge–London triangle the place in the world to build a career, invest, and create globally significant companies.The Oxford–Cambridge Growth Corridor has become a central plank of the UK's growth agenda, with the Chancellor previously pointing to an ambition to add £78bn to the economy by 2035, as reported by BBC News. Against that backdrop, Hague's answers highlight two recurring themes: Oxford's extraordinary breadth across disciplines, and the structural challenge of moving quickly inside a decentralised institution.Lord William Hague: Lord William Hague of Richmond is the Chancellor of the University of Oxford and a former Leader of the Conservative Party. He studied PPE at Magdalen College, Oxford, later completing an MBA at INSEAD, and served as MP for Richmond for 26 years, including as Leader of the Conservative Party (1997–2001) and as Foreign Secretary (2010–2014). As Minister for Disabled People, he was responsible for the Disability Discrimination Act 1995, and he co-founded the Campaign to Prevent Sexual Violence in Conflict. He was elected Chancellor of the University of Oxford in November 2024 and took up his duties in February 2025.Connect with Lord William Hague on LinkedInSusannah de Jager: Susannah is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital.Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn and Subscribe to the Oxford+ Newsletter for Exclusive ContentOxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager and supported by Mishcon de Reya, HSBC Innovation Banking, and James Cowper Kreston.Produced and Edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

ERA Update Service: www.danielbarnett.com/employmentrightsactThis Week's TopicsEmployment tribunal compensation limits increase – The Employment Rights (Increase of Limits) Order 2026 raises the maximum compensatory award for unfair dismissal from £118,223 to £123,543 and the weekly pay limit from £719 to £751, effective 6 April 20266 April 2026 changes countdown – Protective award doubling, day-one paternity and parental leave, SSP reform, sexual harassment as a qualifying disclosure, voluntary equality action plans, and Fair Work Agency launch on 7 AprilConsultation deadlines approaching – Fire and rehire, recognition code/e-balloting, and tipping (1 April); industrial action detriments (23 April); flexible working (30 April); agency work framework (1 May); collective redundancy threshold (21 May)Third-party harassment – Extract from our ERA Update Service session with Darren Newman on the practical impact of third-party harassment provisionsLaw firm articles:Mishcon de Reya — “The full treatment: employment law reform and its impact on the beauty and wellness sectors”: https://www.mishcon.com/news/the-full-treatment-employment-law-reform-and-its-impact-on-the-beauty-and-wellness-sectorsLewis Silkin — “What's in the Employment Rights Act?“: https://www.lewissilkin.com/insights/2026/03/11/whats-in-the-employment-rights-actDLA Piper — “New harassment measures expand protections for employees”: https://knowledge.dlapiper.com/dlapiperknowledge/globalemploymentlatestdevelopments/2026/new-harassment-measures-expand-protections-for-employees

How does the UK turn world-class ideas into world-class companies, without selling the best outcomes abroad?In this episode of Oxford+, host Susannah de Jager speaks with Lord William Hague, Chancellor of the University of Oxford and former UK Foreign Secretary, about the UK's scale-up gap and what it will take to build an innovation economy that keeps more value at home. They discuss why universities sit at the centre of growth, how pension capital and other long-term investors can help close the funding gap, and why procurement and slow decision-making can quietly kill promising companies before they reach commercial scale.The conversation lands in the reality of the Oxford-Cambridge Growth Corridor, which government has positioned as a long-term national growth project. Recent reporting on the corridor highlights the scale of the ambition and the industries driving it, alongside the claim it could add £78bn to the economy by 2035. From foreign takeovers of UK spinouts to the need for faster infrastructure delivery, this episode offers a clear, systems-level view of what Oxford's ecosystem reveals about the UK's economic future.(00:00) - Welcome to Oxford+ (02:26) - What the Chancellor of Oxford Actually Does (07:36) - Oxford's Global Position and Talent Flywheel (09:57) - The Oxford-Cambridge Growth Corridor and the Need for Speed (14:05) - The Scale-up Capital Gap and Pension Capital (15:09) - Unicorn Spinouts, Foreign Buyers, and Ownership (19:47) - Procurement as a Hidden Blocker to Innovation (23:34) - Why Britain Moves Slowly and What Could Change (27:19) - The Ellison Institute of Technology and Oxford's Next Phase (31:22) - US Politics, Talent Flows, and Global Competition (38:44) - AI, Education, and Avoiding Brain Rot (40:05) - Social Media, Youth Mental Health, and Regulation Lord William Hague: Lord William Hague of Richmond is the Chancellor of the University of Oxford and a former Leader of the Conservative Party. He studied PPE at Magdalen College, Oxford, later completing an MBA at INSEAD, and served as MP for Richmond for 26 years, including as Leader of the Conservative Party (1997–2001) and as Foreign Secretary (2010–2014). As Minister for Disabled People, he was responsible for the Disability Discrimination Act 1995, and he co-founded the Campaign to Prevent Sexual Violence in Conflict. He was elected Chancellor of the University of Oxford in November 2024 and took up his duties in February 2025.Connect with Lord William Hague on LinkedInSusannah de Jager: Susannah is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital.Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn and Subscribe to the Oxford+ Newsletter for Exclusive ContentOxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager and supported by Mishcon de Reya, HSBC Innovation Banking, and James Cowper Kreston.Produced and Edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

Welcome to the first episode of the Special Edition: Law Firms podcast, where we speak with CMOs and senior marketers at leading law firms about how brand actually drives growth in legal services. Law firm marketers speak about differentiation, but most still communicate trust, expertise and experience in near identical ways.The underlying buying behaviour has not dramatically changed. Legal services remain a repertoire market – clients default to firms they already know, then ask for recommendations. That reality makes memory, awareness and perception commercially decisive. Yet many firms still behave as if reputation alone will do the work.In this conversation, Benedict speaks with Lee Grunnell, CMO at Womble Bond Dickinson, about what actually moves the dial. Drawing on brand tracking data and two decades inside professional services, Lee explains why homogeneity persists, why culture is both the truth and the trap, and why research – not internal consensus – is the only credible route to a defensible position.They also explore why law may have more permission to be bold than it assumes, and how firms such as Hill Dickinson and Mishcon de Reya are resetting expectations for the category.This is a conversation about brand as commercial infrastructure in a high trust, low frequency market where standing still is not neutral.The inherited risk aversion of legal marketingHow legal buying actually works in practiceWhy awareness matters in a repertoire marketTrust is table stakes – what sits on top?The culture paradox – true but impossible to defineUsing research to force clarityWomble Bond Dickinson's “point of view”Are law firms finally prepared to be braver?B2B Marketing: The Provocative Truth is a podcast by alan. agency. MD Benedict Buckland speaks to CMOs and marketing leaders to uncover the most uncomfortable truths in the world of B2B.Subscribe here and be the first to know when new episodes drop. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What would success look like if Oxfordshire got climate innovation truly right, not just in ideas, but in deployment at scale? In this Oxford+ bonus episode, Susannah de Jager speaks with Hannah Scott, CEO of Oxfordshire Greentech, about the practical barriers that stop climate tech startups moving from promise to global impact.Hannah unpacks why scaling hardware and deep tech takes longer, costs more, and often hits the Valley of Death between Series A and Series B, where funding needs can jump dramatically. She argues the UK needs more patient capital, including family offices, and reflects on whether pension reform will genuinely shift investment towards British IP and industrial capability. That question has new urgency, with the government saying the Mansion House Accord could unlock up to £50bn for UK businesses and major infrastructure.The conversation also looks forward: what Oxford might become by 2050, and how to weigh heritage, housing, equity, and innovation. Finally, Hannah frames AI as both opportunity and risk for net zero, and asks what it means to move forward more sensibly.Hannah Scott: Hannah Scott is the CEO of Oxfordshire Greentech, a not-for-profit business network building a world-leading climate tech innovation ecosystem in Oxfordshire with impact beyond. She leads the organisation in managing and engaging members, connecting them with funding, customers, and business expertise whilst facilitating scale-up innovation through events, programmes and projects. Hannah is also Co-Founder of the Climate Tech SuperCluster, which showcases, develops and scales climate-critical technologies across the UK and Europe. She sits on the Oxford Economic Growth Steering Board and was named to edie's 30 Under 30 Class of 2023. Having helped launch Oxfordshire Greentech in 2019 whilst working for sustainability consultancy Bioregional, Hannah has now stepped into full-time leadership of the network and continues to deliver successful events, commercial opportunities and projects with climate and social impact.Connect with Hannah Scott on LinkedIn or visit Oxfordshire GreentechSusannah de Jager: Susannah is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital.Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn and Subscribe to the Oxford+ Newsletter for Exclusive ContentOxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager and supported by Mishcon de Reya, HSBC Innovation Banking, and James Cowper Kreston.Produced and Edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

How do you turn a county into a world-leading climate tech ecosystem, and why does collaboration matter more than competition when tackling the climate crisis?In this episode of Oxford Plus, host Susannah de Jager speaks with Hannah Scott, CEO of Oxfordshire Greentech and Co-Founder of the Climate Tech SuperCluster, about building networks that connect climate innovators with the funding, expertise and corporate partnerships they need to scale. They explore how Oxfordshire has quietly become one of the UK's most important regions for climate innovation, with emerging specialisms in energy tech at Harwell, fusion at Culham and sustainable chemistry at Begbroke.With the UK climate tech sector now valued at $75.3 billion but investment falling 67% since 2023, Hannah explains how business networks like Oxfordshire Greentech help startups leapfrog challenges, access visibility and navigate the valley of death. From the recent launch of a green ammonia demonstrator at Harwell to the formation of a cross-European climate tech supercluster spanning Amsterdam, London and Paris, this conversation reveals how local action can drive global climate impact.Whether you're an entrepreneur looking for support, an investor seeking deal flow, or a corporate wanting to engage with cutting-edge climate solutions, this episode offers a practical roadmap for plugging into one of the UK's most dynamic innovation ecosystems.(00:00) - Welcome to Oxford Plus (03:01) - The Range of Climate Tech Innovation in Oxfordshire (05:21) - Geographic Reach Beyond Oxfordshire (08:31) - The Climate Tech SuperCluster (12:05) - Cross-Regional Collaboration with Cambridge Cleantech (16:30) - Day-to-Day Support for Members (24:48) - Key Events Throughout the Year (29:09) - Access to Finance Conference (31:00) - Networking Innovation and Speed Dating (33:55) - Climate Solutions Conference (35:06) - Connecting Startups with Local Government (38:34) - How Investors Can Engage (39:18) - The MIT Five-Stakeholder Model Hannah Scott: Hannah Scott is the CEO of Oxfordshire Greentech, a not-for-profit business network building a world-leading climate tech innovation ecosystem in Oxfordshire with impact beyond. She leads the organisation in managing and engaging members, connecting them with funding, customers, and business expertise whilst facilitating scale-up innovation through events, programmes and projects. Hannah is also Co-Founder of the Climate Tech SuperCluster, which showcases, develops and scales climate-critical technologies across the UK and Europe. She sits on the Oxford Economic Growth Steering Board and was named to edie's 30 Under 30 Class of 2023. Having helped launch Oxfordshire Greentech in 2019 whilst working for sustainability consultancy Bioregional, Hannah has now stepped into full-time leadership of the network and continues to deliver successful events, commercial opportunities and projects with climate and social impact.Connect with Hannah Scott on LinkedIn or visit Oxfordshire GreentechSusannah de Jager: Susannah is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital.Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn and Subscribe to the Oxford+ Newsletter for Exclusive ContentOxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager and supported by Mishcon de Reya, HSBC Innovation Banking, and James Cowper Kreston.Produced and Edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

What would defence reform look like if we stopped overcomplicating it? In this Oxford+ in brief episode, host Susannah de Jager asks Alison Hawks questions that reveal how leaders think under pressure, what shapes their decisions, and what they are curious about right now. Alison argues that defence needs to get out of its own way: procurement should be a clearer transaction where the military owns the problem, industry owns the solution, and requirements reflect that division of expertise. She shares practical advice for anyone entering the sector tomorrow, using the simple test of desirability, feasibility, and viability to avoid building solutions nobody will fund or use. Looking ahead to 2050, Alison predicts a different defence marketplace where today's primes may not dominate in the same way, even as scale still depends on major supply chains.Dr Alison Hawks: Dr Alison Hawks is co-founder and CEO of BMNT Ltd, the UK arm of BMNT, where she advises governments and technology companies on accelerating adoption of commercial innovation in defence and national security. She also serves as Chair of the Board of Trustees of the Common Mission Project UK, a charity delivering mission-driven entrepreneurial education programmes in the UK. She was named Woman of the Year for Innovation and Creativity at the Women in Defence Awards (2022).Connect with Alison Hawks on LinkedIn / Visit BMNT LtdSusannah de Jager: Susannah is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital.Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn and Subscribe to the Oxford+ Newsletter for Exclusive ContentOxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager and supported by Mishcon de Reya, HSBC Innovation Banking, and James Cowper Kreston.Produced and Edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

How do you sell to a customer where the decision-maker is actually five different people, and half of them might move roles before the contract lands?In this episode of Oxford+, host Susannah de Jager speaks with Dr Alison Hawks, co-founder and CEO of BMNT Ltd, about why defence innovation is becoming a structural opportunity, and why procurement literacy is often more important than the technology itself. They unpack the realities of B2G: long buying cycles, complex stakeholder incentives, and the traps that stall companies after a promising pilot.The conversation lands at a timely moment. The UK's Strategic Defence Review commits to an ‘always on' munitions pipeline, including building at least six new energetics and munitions factories, signalling how seriously government is now treating sovereign capability and industrial resilience. From Commercial X and changing acquisition culture to data sovereignty, Oxford's role in defence innovation, and what investors should look for in founders, this episode offers a practical map for navigating a market that rewards patience, clarity, and credible pathways to adoption.(00:00) - Welcome to Oxford+ (00:37) - Defence Innovation as a Structural Opportunity (03:53) - Where UK Defence Tech Is Moving: AI, Autonomy, Manufacturing (06:01) - Why Defence Is Not a Commercial Customer (08:35) - Speaking the Customer's Language and Understanding the Problem (09:18) - Sole Source, Compliance, and the Post-Pilot Trap (11:10) - Procurement Policy as a Maze, and How to Find the Front Doors (15:23) - The “American No” and Interpreting Signals from Government Buyers (17:07) - Sovereignty: Supply Chain, Data, and Technology Independence (20:08) - What BMNT Actually Does Day to Day for Clients (27:06) - The Section 809 Panel and Changing Acquisition Culture (34:42) - Oxford's Role in the Next Wave of Defence Innovation Dr Alison Hawks: Dr Alison Hawks is co-founder and CEO of BMNT Ltd, the UK arm of BMNT, where she advises governments and technology companies on accelerating adoption of commercial innovation in defence and national security. She also serves as Chair of the Board of Trustees of the Common Mission Project UK, a charity delivering mission-driven entrepreneurial education programmes in the UK. She was named Woman of the Year for Innovation and Creativity at the Women in Defence Awards (2022) Connect with Alison Hawks on LinkedIn / Visit BMNT LtdSusannah de Jager: Susannah is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital.Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn and Subscribe to the Oxford+ Newsletter for Exclusive ContentOxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager and supported by Mishcon de Reya, HSBC Innovation Banking, and James Cowper Kreston.Produced and Edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

What does success look like when world-leading research meets commercial sustainability? In this bonus episode of Oxford Plus, Susannah de Jager sits down with Lisa Flashner to explore the evolving landscape of one of the world's most famous academic cities. Lisa shares her transition from the West Coast to Oxford, highlighting the unique intellectual diversity and the "incredibly talented women" who drive the ecosystem forward. The conversation dives deep into the structural challenges of navigating the ecosystem and the ambitious vision for Oxford in 2050. From the development of new innovation hubs like Oxford North to the integration of robotics and AI in future-proofed buildings, Lisa provides an optimistic roadmap for how technology can improve the human condition. Lisa Flashner: Lisa Flashner is the Chief Operating Officer of the Ellison Institute of Technology, where she leads strategic planning, operations, real estate, construction, and expansion efforts for the Oxford campus. Before relocating to Oxford, Lisa spent 15 years as the Chief Operating Officer of the Ellison Medical Institute in Los Angeles, where she led complex operations, large-scale programme execution, and strategic partnerships across science and health. She continues to support the Ellison Medical Institute as a senior adviser and serves as a board member of the Ellison Institute Research Foundation. Lisa holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Illinois, a magna cum laude law degree from Georgetown University Law Center, and is a Certified Public Accountant. Her role at EIT places her at the centre of one of the most significant private investments in UK science and technology, overseeing the development of a campus that will ultimately accommodate up to 7,000 employees and house cutting-edge research in medical sciences, clean energy, sustainable agriculture, and AI and robotics.Connect with Lisa Flashner on LinkedIn / Ellison Institute of TechnologySusannah de Jager: Susannah is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital.Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn and Subscribe to the Oxford+ Newsletter for Exclusive ContentOxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager and supported by Mishcon de Reya, HSBC Innovation Banking, and James Cowper Kreston.Produced and Edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

How does one of the most significant private investments in UK science and technology history take shape on the ground in Oxford?In this episode of Oxford+, host Susannah de Jager speaks with Lisa Flashner, Chief Operating Officer of the Ellison Institute of Technology, about Larry Ellison's ambitious vision to establish a transformative research campus in Oxford. They explore why Ellison chose Oxford as the home for EIT's first major European campus, the Institute's four main pillars of work: medical sciences, clean energy, sustainable agriculture, and AI and robotics, and the physical plans for a campus that will eventually house up to 7,000 people.Lisa brings a unique perspective, having spent 15 years as COO of the Ellison Medical Institute in Los Angeles before relocating to Oxford. She discusses the cultural differences between US and UK innovation ecosystems, the Institute's "all boats rise" philosophy of collaboration with the University of Oxford and the broader ecosystem, and addresses early suspicions about whether EIT would drain talent from the university. Announced in October 2025, the Ellison Institute confirmed plans to spend more than £10 billion on talent and science programmes over the next decade. A major vote of confidence as the UK seeks to strengthen its position in global science and technology. From the Cowley Branch Line to the restoration of the Eagle and Child pub, this conversation offers a comprehensive look at how ambitious private investment can accelerate Oxford's transition from world-class discovery science to real-world impact.(00:00) - Welcome to Oxford+ (00:21) - The Ellison Institute's Mission and Larry Ellison's Vision (02:40) - Four Pillars: Medical Sciences, Energy, Agriculture, AI (04:54) - From Los Angeles to Oxford (09:31) - Opening Up (13:46) - Partnering with the University and OSE (16:53) - Ellison Scholars: Bringing Global Talent to Oxford (21:35) - The Academic Partnership: How Ellison Works with Researchers (23:07) - US versus UK Innovation Culture (26:48) - Trump's Impact: An Opportunity for UK Science (28:40) - Building the Oxford Ecosystem (31:05) - The Ellison Institute's Long-Term Impact (31:43) - Generative Biology (34:10) - The Eagle and Child Lisa Flashner: Lisa Flashner is the Chief Operating Officer of the Ellison Institute of Technology, where she leads strategic planning, operations, real estate, construction, and expansion efforts for the Oxford campus. Before relocating to Oxford, Lisa spent 15 years as the Chief Operating Officer of the Ellison Medical Institute in Los Angeles, where she led complex operations, large-scale programme execution, and strategic partnerships across science and health. She continues to support the Ellison Medical Institute as a senior adviser and serves as a board member of the Ellison Institute Research Foundation. Lisa holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Illinois, a magna cum laude law degree from Georgetown University Law Center, and is a Certified Public Accountant. Her role at EIT places her at the centre of one of the most significant private investments in UK science and technology, overseeing the development of a campus that will ultimately accommodate up to 7,000 employees and house cutting-edge research in medical sciences, clean energy, sustainable agriculture, and AI and robotics.Connect with Lisa Flashner on LinkedIn / Ellison Institute of TechnologySusannah de Jager: Susannah is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital.Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn and Subscribe to the Oxford+ Newsletter for Exclusive ContentOxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager and supported by Mishcon de Reya, HSBC Innovation Banking, and James Cowper Kreston.Produced and Edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

Oxford has always been a place where ideas can shape the world. But right now the stakes have never been higher. In season four of Oxford Plus we're asking what UK innovation really means in an age of global uncertainty, rapid technological change, and a growing need for national capability and sovereignty. This season features voices shaping that future, including Lord William Hague and Lisa Flashner alongside Founders, Researchers, and Policy makers working at the sharp edge of Science, Health, Defence and AI. From breakthrough research to industrial scale up, from global collaboration to domestic resilience, Oxford Plus explores how the UK can turn ideas into impact and ambition into advantage. Season four of Oxford Plus. New conversations. Bigger questions. Real world outcomes. Susannah de Jager: Susannah is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital.Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn and Subscribe to the Oxford+ Newsletter for Exclusive ContentOxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager and supported by Mishcon de Reya, HSBC Innovation Banking, and James Cowper Kreston. Produced and Edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

In episode two of Ropes & Gray's Non-Financial Misconduct Miniseries, Amanda Raad, co-leader of the firm's crisis management and global risk practices, and litigation & enforcement senior attorney Sarah Lambert-Porter are joined by Sharon Tan, partner at Mishcon de Reya, to examine the intersection of the FCA's new non-financial misconduct (NFM) rules and employment law. During this second episode, they also discuss the evolving definition of non-financial misconduct, the draft guidance and factors relevant to NFM's seriousness, and the implications for conduct in the workplace as well as in private life. The hosts offer practical guidance for asset managers, private equity sponsors, and other regulated firms on implementing multidisciplinary approaches, educating stakeholders, ensuring consistency in disciplinary processes, and preparing for the upcoming regulatory changes.

Elliot Moss didn't join a law firm to keep things the same. As Partner and Chief Brand Officer at Mishcon de Reya LLP, he brought a deep understanding of branding into a profession that often dismisses it, and changed how one of the UK's top firms thinks about growth and perception. He shares how clarity, consistency, and emotional intelligence turned Mishcon from a £45 million practice into a £380 million brand defined by truth and differentiation, not slogans. Clients, he says, may buy expertise, but they stay because of trust and how a firm makes them feel.   He talks candidly about leading change in a culture that prizes logic over emotion, showing how small wins and patience can reshape perception from within. The conversation moves beyond marketing into the psychology of leadership, exploring why authentic differentiation matters more than polish and how strong branding can become a firm's greatest competitive advantage. For Elliot, the future of law will belong to those who understand that perception drives performance—and that real brand power is earned, not advertised.   Episode Breakdown: 00:00 Building a Brand Inside a Law Firm 04:35 From Advertising to Legal Branding 06:30 Why Differentiation Matters in Professional Services 09:08 Changing Client Perception Through Authentic Branding 15:33 Strategy and Growth at Mishcon de Reya LLP 24:32 Leading Change in a Traditional Industry 31:16 AI, Private Capital, and the Future of Law Firms 36:59 Elliot Moss on Leadership and Opportunity Connect with Elliot Moss Connect with Elliot on LinkedIn Elliot's Web Bio   Connect with Howard Rosenberg: Connect with Howard on LinkedIn Howard's Company Web Profile   Connect with Chris Batz: Connect with Chris on LinkedIn  Follow Columbus Street on LinkedIn Columbus Street Website  Podcast production and show notes provided by HiveCast.fm

Why do the critical conversations about founding and funding a business often happen behind closed doors, making the ecosystem feel impenetrable? In this special episode, Oxford+ host Susannah de Jager reveals the origin story and core premise of the podcast. Drawing on her extensive background as a former COO and CEO of a European equities hedge fund, and her later work in pension capital reform, Susannah shares what inspired her to move from listed asset management to focusing on nascent companies. She discusses how being exposed to companies in their critical growth phase—when they need long-term capital from investors like pension plans—revealed a passionate purpose: to make a meaningful impact by connecting capital with brilliant academics.Susannah de Jager: Susannah is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital.Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn / Subscribe to the Oxford+ Newsletter for exclusive contentOxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager and supported by Mishcon de Reya and Oxford North.Produced and edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

Join us for a candid and insightful conversation exploring the challenges and opportunities women encounter when managing their finances. Featuring expert guests from Y TREE and Mishcon de Reya, this episode offers practical advice, real-life stories, and strategies to help break down barriers to financial confidence. Whether you want to understand the gender wealth gap, navigate major life events, or simply feel more empowered about your money, this is a must-listen for anyone interested in financial wellbeing and equality.

How do we solve the UK's persistent scale-up capital conundrum and move from academic theory to commercial reality? Host Susannah de Jager speaks with Pete Davies, Partner and Head of Developed Markets Strategy at Lansdowne Partners and co-founder of Oxford Science Enterprises (OSE). Pete shares his unique, contrarian perspective, spanning decades of experience in asset management and pioneering UK venture.This episode delves into the linear evolution of deep tech commercialisation, from IP Group to the creation of OSE. Pete discusses the critical need to shift company formation from an "academic X has an IP" push to an industry problem-driven pull, noting that this process is now at a "sort of halfway stage". The conversation also covers the importance of "magic" assets like the Oxford community, the exciting progress in areas like quantum computing, and how to fix the £100 million 'missing middle' of scale-up funding. With the UK seeing a 36% year-on-year rise in new tech incorporations, Pete explains why closing this capital gap is crucial for transforming the nation's medium-term economic growth prospects.(00:00) - Welcome to Oxford+ (01:34) - Pete's Journey Back to Oxford (02:48) - The Evolution of Oxford Science Enterprises (03:59) - Future of Oxford's Innovation Ecosystem (07:48) - Quantum Computing: Oxford's Cutting-Edge (11:20) - The Magic of Oxford's Community (13:10) - Preserving Oxford's Unique Assets (14:15) - The Value of Oxford's Teaching System (19:41) - Challenges and Opportunities in UK Capital Markets (26:19) - Lansdowne Partners' UK Growth Fund Pete Davies: Pete Davies is Partner and Head of Developed Markets Strategy at Lansdowne Partners. A rare investor known for his consistent yet evolving approach, he has helped refocus the firm to long-only and venture capital strategies, including the launch of a new UK Growth Fund focused on scale-up opportunities. Pete is a pioneer in UK venture, co-founding Oxford Science Enterprises (OSE), and is a leading voice in conversations demanding scale-up capital for the UK. He is also a former governor of the Wellcome Trust.Connect with Pete on LinkedInSusannah de Jager: Susannah is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital.Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn / Subscribe to the Oxford+ Newsletter for exclusive contentOxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager and supported by Mishcon de Reya and Oxford North.Produced and edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

How do you design a physical space that matches the lightning-fast pace of modern scientific discovery? This episode explores the new paradigm for innovation districts with Professor Dame Kay Davies and Victoria Collett of Thomas White Oxford, the development company of St. John's College. The conversation covers the critical transition from academic lab work, where Professor Davies has spent 30 years researching Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, to the intense, milestone-driven world of biotech spin-outs. Victoria Collett, Development Director for the £1.2  billion Oxford North project, explains how its mixed-use, master-planned environment—complete with flexible lab spaces, public art, and community areas—is specifically engineered to foster the "serendipitous moments" crucial for breakthroughs. Kay and Victoria also discuss the vital importance of connectivity, noting that the UK's life sciences VC investment has been selective recently, making integrated innovation clusters like Oxford North, which is positioned on the East West Rail corridor, essential for capturing future talent and growth. (00:00) - Welcome to Oxford+ (01:10) - Kay Davies' Journey in Medical Research (02:10) - Challenges and Innovations in Drug Development (03:11) - The Role of Oxford North in Scientific Advancements (06:39) - Victoria Collett on Developing Oxford North (08:06) - Designing Spaces for Innovation and Collaboration (11:54) - Integrating Science, Art, and Community (18:56) - The Importance of Connectivity and Accessibility (26:26) - Long-Term Vision and Investment in Oxford North (30:10) - Historical Significance and Future Aspirations Professor Dame Kay Davies: An acclaimed academic and innovator, she is Emeritus Dr Lee's Professor of Anatomy at the University of Oxford and a Fellow of Hertford College. Her research group has an international reputation for work on Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, an effort that has driven her journey from the academic lab to founding biotech spin-out companies to deliver effective treatments to patients. Her insights provide a critical 'user perspective' on the needs of a pioneering science ecosystem. Connect with Kay on LinkedInVictoria Collett: Development Director at Thomas White Oxford, the development company of St. John's College, where she led the creation of Oxford North. A chartered surveyor with over 20 years of experience in development and regeneration, Victoria specialises in large-scale mixed-use masterplans, bringing a unique perspective on community, placemaking, and commercial flexibility to the £1.2 billion global innovation district.Connect with Victoria on LinkedInSusannah de Jager: Susannah is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital.Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn / Subscribe to the Oxford+ Newsletter for exclusive contentOxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager and supported by Mishcon de Reya and Oxford North.Produced and edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

What if the key to the future of global mobility was found not in isolation, but in a carefully curated community? Host Susannah de Jager sits down with Dan Geoghegan, CEO of Bicester Motion, the visionary behind the world's largest automotive and future mobility cluster. Dan details his systematic, values-driven approach to turning a derelict RAF bomber station into a thriving, 444-acre ecosystem of 54 businesses—ranging from historic vehicle restorers to pioneers in net-zero fuels. They discuss the critical benefits of clustering, where like minds and complementary businesses achieve greater efficiency and critical mass. Dan shares the vital lesson that focusing on community, inclusivity, and long-term partnership with tenants actually leads to better business results and high occupancy. Tune in to hear how his bold vision and "fly the plane as you build it" entrepreneurship has created an economic powerhouse in the Oxford-Cambridge corridor, actively shaping the path to net-zero.(00:00) - Welcome to Oxford+ (01:58) - The Birth of Bicester Motion (04:15) - From Concept to Reality: Building the Cluster (07:40) - Challenges and Naysayers (09:43) - The Importance of Community and Collaboration (13:36) - Sustaining Growth and Innovation (22:52) - The Role of Shareholders and Long-term Vision (25:19) - Navigating Geopolitical and Economic Changes (27:55) - Showcasing Bicester Motion's Companies (37:04) - Sustainability and Future Plans Dan Geoghegan: The Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Bicester Motion, the world-leading automotive and future mobility cluster located on a former RAF Bomber Station. Dan's vision combines a passion for historic motoring with expertise in private investment and corporate finance to create a dynamic centre for innovation, experience, and heritage. He was honoured with the Outstanding UK Leader Award at the 2022 Autocar Awards for his leadership in "redefining the automotive experience for the modern era through real estate." Recently, he has driven the site's expansion, including the completion of the new £26.8 million headquarters for Mercedes-Benz-owned YASA.Connect with Dan on LinkedInSusannah de Jager: Susannah is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital.Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn / Subscribe to the Oxford+ Newsletter for exclusive contentOxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager and supported by Mishcon de Reya and Oxford North.Produced and edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

How do you maintain a strong company culture and team commitment as your organisation scales? In the third and final part of this series, Professor Robin Dunbar sits down with host Susannah de Jager to explore how social science can provide the answer. Robin explains that maintaining deep relationships with your core team is a huge "time burden" for leaders, but it is essential for fostering trust and ensuring everyone is on the same page.The conversation delves into the historical context of community-building in business, referencing the practices of 19th-century founders who built social clubs and community centres for their workers. Professor Dunbar highlights the importance of social engagement, from feasting and singing to the simple act of having a pub on-site, as a way to create a powerful sense of belonging. He argues that HR departments should focus less on legal issues and more on creating opportunities for social engagement to cultivate a committed workforce. (00:00) - Welcome to Oxford+ (01:10) - Social Layers and Business Relationships (01:49) - Time Investment in Relationships (03:26) - Challenges of Management and Social Relationships (06:40) - Historical Perspectives on Workforce Engagement (08:36) - Modern Examples of Building Community (10:17) - The Role of Social Activities in Organisations (13:12) - Hybrid Working and Social Cohesion (15:44) - Retaining Talent and Alumni Networks Professor Robin Dunbar: A renowned professor who invented Dunbar's number, the concept that humans can only meaningfully connect with approximately 150 people. As a professor of evolutionary psychology at the University of Oxford, his research explores the behavioural, cognitive, and neuroendocrinological factors that influence social bonding. His work in evolutionary psychology and anthropology provides unique insights into how human dynamics influence group sizes and social structures in both historic and modern contexts, including business.Connect with Robin on LinkedInSusannah de Jager: Susannah is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital.Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn / Subscribe to the Oxford+ Newsletter for exclusive contentOxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager and supported by Mishcon de Reya and Oxford North.Produced and edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

Have you ever wondered why your company's culture shifts dramatically as it grows? In part one of a special three-part series, host Susannah de Jager sits down with Professor Robin Dunbar, creator of the renowned "Dunbar's Number," to explore the evolutionary and anthropological realities that impact organisations as they scale. They delve into how social constraints on our brains affect group sizes and dynamics, offering a new perspective on why committees and teams function differently at various scales.Drawing on insights from fields as diverse as human evolution and business, Professor Dunbar provides a toolkit for founders and investors to identify critical tipping points in a company's development. They discuss optimal group sizes for different tasks, from small, fast-acting committees to larger, more diverse brainstorming sessions. (00:00) - Welcome to Oxford+ (01:46) - Dunbar's Number and Group Dynamics (03:25) - Optimal Group Sizes for Decision Making (07:22) - Transition Points in Group Sizes (10:41) - Challenges of Scaling Companies (12:54) - Managing Large Groups and Hierarchies (18:06) - Creating a Sense of Belonging Professor Robin Dunbar: A renowned professor who invented Dunbar's number, the concept that humans can only meaningfully connect with approximately 150 people. As a professor of evolutionary psychology at the University of Oxford, his research explores the behavioural, cognitive, and neuroendocrinological factors that influence social bonding. His work in evolutionary psychology and anthropology provides unique insights into how human dynamics influence group sizes and social structures in both historic and modern contexts, including business.Connect with Robin on LinkedInSusannah de Jager: Susannah is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital.Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn / Subscribe to the Oxford+ Newsletter for exclusive contentOxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager and supported by Mishcon de Reya and Oxford North.Produced and edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

Have you ever wondered what makes a great leader for a large, scaling company? In part two of our special series, Professor Robin Dunbar returns to explore the essential social skills needed to manage a growing organisation. Robin and host Susannah de Jager explore the psychological boundaries of group size, from the point where a CEO no longer recognises every employee to the limit of knowing 5,000 faces you've seen before. They discuss the challenges for founders who are emotionally attached to their "baby" and how this can impede necessary growth transitions.The conversation highlights the often-overlooked importance of soft skills in the hiring process, particularly for senior roles. Professor Dunbar challenges the traditional reliance on CVs and short interviews, advocating for a trial period to truly assess if a candidate will fit into the social fabric of the company. (00:00) - Welcome to Oxford+ (00:31) - The Importance of Recognising Everyone (01:31) - Transitioning Leadership Through Growth Phases (02:25) - Challenges for Founders in Organisational Growth (03:37) - Managing Large Organisations (04:31) - The Role of Middle Management (06:56) - The Importance of Soft Skills in Hiring (08:04) - Evaluating Candidates Beyond the CV (10:20) - The Potential of AI in Hiring Processes (11:07) - Compromises in Hiring Decisions Professor Robin Dunbar: A renowned professor who invented Dunbar's number, the concept that humans can only meaningfully connect with approximately 150 people. As a professor of evolutionary psychology at the University of Oxford, his research explores the behavioural, cognitive, and neuroendocrinological factors that influence social bonding. His work in evolutionary psychology and anthropology provides unique insights into how human dynamics influence group sizes and social structures in both historic and modern contexts, including business.Connect with Robin on LinkedInSusannah de Jager: Susannah is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital.Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn / Subscribe to the Oxford+ Newsletter for exclusive contentOxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager and supported by Mishcon de Reya and Oxford North.Produced and edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

In our latest Mishcon Academy: Digital Sessions podcast, Joe Hancock, Partner in Cyber Risk and Complex Investigations at Mishcon de Reya, is joined by Emeric Bernard-Jones, Intelligence Manager in the same team. They discuss cybercrime and digital investigations - and covering issues from cyber-enabled fraud and blackmail to the real-world impact of online exposure and how threats are reshaping what it means to be safe online.They discussed:Why are cyber incidents — from hacks to hoaxes — becoming more frequent?How is the privacy and security landscape shifting for individuals as well as businesses?And what's the human cost for directors, staff, and high-profile individuals when things go wrong?

This April marks the 25th anniversary of a landmark case in which the British historian and Holocaust denier David Irving sued American Professor Deborah Libstadt, and her publisher Penguin Books, for defamation. What proceeded was a 9 week trial which established a definitive judgment on Irving's historiography – not to mention his anti-semitism. For this special episode of Law & Disorder, Nicholas Mostyn, Charlie Falconer and Helena Kennedy convene at the offices of Mishcon de Reya in front of a live audience from the firm. They are joined by three special guests: Anthony Julius, who served as Prof Lipstadt's lawyer, James Libson, Managing Partner at Mishcon who was a junior on the case, and Deborah Lipstadt herself.If you have questions, criticisms, praise or other feedback, please do send your thoughts to us via lawanddisorderfeedback@gmail.com!Law and Disorder is a Podot podcast.Hosted by: Charlie Falconer, Helena Kennedy, Nicholas Mostyn.Executive Producer and Editor: Nick Hilton.Associate Producer: Ewan Cameron.Music by Richard Strauss, arranged and performed by Anthony Willis & Brett Bailey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anyone who's ever been anywhere near social media can attest to the somewhat loose definition of “self-care” adopted by society. Broadcasters Lauren Mishcon and Nicole Goodman, keen to challenge the deeply consumerist notions underpinning the wellness industry, and so their podcast, The Self-Care Club, in which they try and test different practices, was spawned. Now in its fifth year, the podcast has also led to a book, Have You Tried This: The Only Self-Care Book You Will Ever Need. Jen catches up with Lauren and Nicole to talk about the weird and wonderful things they've tried, how they define “self-care”, and just how problematic the industry is for women. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Was Ruth Ellis a woman pushed too far by years of abuse, or a cold-blooded killer? Her crime shook Britain to its core, and her execution sparked a nationwide debate that still echoes today. Tune in to hear the story of the woman who became the last to be hanged in the UK for the murder of her on-again, off-again partner, David Blakely.  Thank you to this week's sponsors! This Mother's Day, consider Nutrafol - the best-selling hair growth supplement. Whether you're gifting to yourself or a loved one, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10  off any order! Enjoy free shipping when you subscribe. Go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code MOMSGIFT.  If you're looking for a step-by-step program designed to help hormones and get relief, then you want Belle Vitale. And right now our listeners are getting 15% off when they use code BV15 at BelleVitale.com.  Keep your pet feeling their best with Ruff Greens! Fetch a FREE Jumpstart Trial Bag for your pet today. Just go to RuffGreens.com and use code MOMS and just cover shipping!    Check-out bonus episodes up on Spotify and Apple podcast now! To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/MomsandMysteriesATrueCrimePodcast.  Listen and subscribe to Melissa's other podcast, Criminality!! It's the podcast for those who love reality TV, true crime, and want to hear all the juicy stories where the two genres intersect. Subscribe and listen here: www.pod.link/criminality    Check-out Moms and Mysteries to find links to our tiktok, youtube, twitter, instagram and more.  Sources:   https://www.bailii.org/ew/cases/EWCA/Crim/2003/3556.html Ruth Ellis: the tragic story of the last woman to be hanged for murder in the UK | The Standard BBC NEWS | UK | England | London | Judgement reserved in Ellis case https://www.newspapers.com/image/825606653/?match=1&terms=Ruth%20Ellis https://www.newspapers.com/image/825708716/?match=1&terms=Ruth%20Ellis https://www.newspapers.com/image/873733551/?match=1&terms=Ruth%20Ellis https://www.newspapers.com/image/825709085/?match=1&terms=Ruth%20Ellis https://www.newspapers.com/image/721108116/?match=1&terms=Ruth%20Ellis Old Bailey | History, Building, Trials, London, Bombing, V for Vendetta, A Tale of Two Cities, & Facts | Britannica https://www.newspapers.com/image/721120351/ https://www.newspapers.com/image/721120424/ https://www.newspapers.com/image/721120468/ https://www.newspapers.com/image/721120589/ https://www.newspapers.com/image/789217802/?match=1&terms=Ruth%20Ellis https://www.newspapers.com/image/789824513/?match=1&terms=Ruth%20Ellis https://www.newspapers.com/image/825606689/?match=1&terms=Ruth%20Ellis https://www.newspapers.com/image/789193497/?match=1&terms=Ruth%20Ellis https://www.newspapers.com/image/789296325/?match=1&terms=Ruth%20Ellis https://www.express.co.uk/showbiz/tv-radio/2022374/itv-Ruth-Ellis-children-who-Georgie https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/85656463/clare_andre-neilson Daughter of Ruth Ellis dies of cancer | York Press https://www.mirror.co.uk/tv/tv-news/ruth-ellis-tragedy-children-new-34793113 Ruth Ellis: Lawyers seek pardon for last woman hanged in Britain Justice for Ruth Ellis, the last woman in the UK to be executed Mishcon de Reya instructed to pursue pardon for Ruth Ellis The true story of Ruth Ellis and the hanging that rocked a nation Ruth Ellis: the tragic story of the last woman to be hanged for murder in the UK | The Standard. Ruth Ellis – the Last Woman to be Hanged | London Historians' Blog David Blakely 1929-1955 | History, Monuments and Memorials of Penn Ruth Ellis: The model who smiled at her executioner The real Ruth Ellis? As Lucy Boynton prepares to play the last woman to be executed in Britain, Tatler tells her tragic true story Ruth Ellis Jealousy, Rejection and a Hanging - Real Crimes https://www.google.com/books/edition/Ruth_Ellis_My_Sister_s_Secret_Life/_qjABAAAQBAJ?hl=en&gbpv=1 Ruth Ellis Jealousy, Rejection and a Hanging - Real Crimes ‘Being Ruth Ellis's granddaughter had no impact on who I am today… or so I thought'

Send us a textIn August 2016, Michelle Mishcon Stevens and John Stevens III were enjoying the evening in their garage when 19-year-old Austin Harrouff walked inside and attacked them and their neighbor. It took multiple police officers to pull Harrouff off John's body, as he ate John's face.What happened?Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/badactspodPodMoth: https://podmoth.network/Ad: Getting Down and Wordy Podcast — https://linktr.ee/gettingdownandwordy Episode Source List:https://www.courthousenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/harrouff-arrest.pdf Court TV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oVRjkuCm1tI Court TV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T8otQQAk_Jc Court TV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0a1GI8PIoM Court TV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7DpOpiUhgf0 Court TV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PSaLWgua8zM https://apnews.com/article/austin-harrouff-murder-trial-florida-face-biting-075d9beafe659274e0214c20be368890 https://www.tcpalm.com/story/news/crime/martin-county/2022/11/28/austin-harrouff-insane-when-he-killed-couple-judge-rules/10757444002/ https://www.cbsnews.com/miami/news/austin-harrouff-trial-man-who-randomly-killed-couple-chewed-victims-face-found-not-guilty-by-reason-of-insasnity/ https://www.cnn.com/2022/11/29/us/florida-killings-face-biting/index.html https://cbs4local.com/news/nation-world/face-biting-killer-austin-harrouff-told-deputies-he-ate-humans-in-gruesome-new-report https://www.wptv.com/news/treasure-coast/region-martin-county/prosecutor-seeks-to-change-laws-after-austin-harrouff-found-not-guilty-by-reason-of-insanity https://www.local10.com/news/local/2022/11/27/trial-set-to-begin-for-former-fsu-student-accused-of-killing-florida-couple/ https://www.cbsnews.com/miami/news/austin-harrouff-forensic-psychological-evaluation-report/ https://www.wtxl.com/news/local-news/martin-county/austin-harrouff-new-mental-health-report-shows-harrouff-thought-he-was-half-dog-in-the-days-before-deadly-attacks https://www.miamiherald.com/news/local/article97334827.html https://www.palmbeachpost.com/story/news/courts/2019/08/15/three-years-later-austin-harrouff-case-still-puzzles-many/984663007/ 

A firm's culture isn't what it says, it's what it tolerates.In this episode, I'm spotlighting some of the key leaders in law. We talk about the topic of culture in the legal industry.This episode features the following people:Simon GoldbergLet me introduce you to Simon Goldberg, senior partner of SMB (Simons Muirhead Burton), one of the law firms representing the individuals and families affected by the post office scandal.Is there tension between making money and being ethical in law and does this lead to a culture of toxicity?Listen to the full episode here:https://open.spotify.com/episode/65SA64NOBWRIyYfwz4SGbM William PeakeLet me introduce you to William Peake, the global managing partner of international law firm Harneys.We touch on how leadership can help improve the legal industry by creating a more supportive and growth-focused environment for everyone involved.Listen to the full episode here:https://open.spotify.com/episode/5emMZHn8FNseul1eKbFfndGary MillerNext we have, Gary Miller, partner at Mishcon de Reya, Head of China Desk & Chair of International Fraud Group. Gary is a global asset recovery expert with 47 years of experience in uncovering and securing assets, leading cross-border teams, and driving high-stakes settlements.Many people stay in toxic work environments, believing that leaving equals failure. But in this conversation, Gary explains you're not giving up you're freeing yourself to be open to more aligned opportunities.Listen to the full episode here:https://open.spotify.com/episode/18TEmZyMvcJuNwJqxY7W7x Ian BagshawHere we have, Ian Bagshaw. Ian, an unstoppable force in the legal world, his career includes being the Co-Head of Private Equity at Linklaters and global co-head of private equity at White & Case. After retiring from law, he's back as the London Office Managing Partner of Perkins Coie.A strong culture starts with the right people, and by supporting their growth, a more positive and productive environment can be built. Talent must be nurtured.Listen to the full episode here:https://open.spotify.com/episode/2tZfOpWuEZjm85zJ9vTQnG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Cally talks to Nicole Goodman and Lauren Mishcon about self-care, womanhood, wellness, dogs, kids, doulas, sex therapists, friendship, confidence and snail snot. Self Care Club podcast 40ish Podcast Instagram: @selfcareclubpod and @40ish.podcast TikTok: @selfcareclubpodcast and @40ish.podcast The book Have You Tried This?  Get tickets for Cally's Tour   More about Cally   Order Cally's Book   Produced by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productions   Music by Jake Yapp   Cover design by Jaijo   Part of the Auddy Network  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The secret weapon most lawyers overlook?It's not just technical skills. Not just experience.It's cultural intelligence.The ability to navigate different perspectives, understand global nuances, and adapt to unfamiliar environments. And in an industry that's becoming more international by the day, it's the difference between stagnation and opportunity.Think about it: The best lawyers aren't just great at the law.They're great at people.They build relationships across borders, decode unspoken cultural expectations, and know how to turn differences into strengths.In this conversation, we sit down with Gary Miller, partner at Mishcon de Reya, Head of China Desk & Chair of International Fraud Group. Gary is a global asset recovery expert with 47 years of experience in uncovering and securing assets, leading cross-border teams, and driving high-stakes settlements. We talk about the power of cultural intelligence, the value of trusting your instincts, the lessons that come from embracing change, building the right networks, and seeing failure as part of growth. Find Gary here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-miller-ba456a82/-------We're Helen & Holly.We do expert marketing for lawyers and law firms. Helen Pamely, a former Magic Circle lawyer and law firm partner, and Holly Cope, the world's #1 legal tech and innovation influencer and creator of the More Than a Lawyer podcast.We have grown a combined following of over 50,000. We are experts in building an influence and strong brands on LinkedIn.Here's what we offer:Legal Company Page Management & Ghostwriting: Crafting compelling content to elevate your firm's presence.Personal Brand Ghostwriting for Lawyers: Helping individual lawyers stand out and build authority.LinkedIn Academy for Lawyers: A tailored training program to master LinkedIn and grow your influence.Corporate LinkedIn Training: Empowering teams with the skills to maximise LinkedIn's potential.Podcasting services: Build authority, connection, community through the power of influence Contact us here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/holly-cope-digitalnomad/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/helenpamely/ Introducing: The LinkedIn Starter Pack for LawyersThe ULTIMATE starter pack for LinkedIn for lawyers: 11 interactive tools designed to elevate your personal brand and turn connections into clients.From optimising your profile, to mastering content creation, with 30 scroll-stopping frameworks and magnetic hook formulas. Learn how to network like a pro, position yourself as the go-to expert in your niche, and never run out of content ideas with our ideation guide and strategy worksheet.https://helenpamely.com/the-linkedin-starter-pack-for-lawyers/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“It is still quite challenging to convince partners of the need for change when the traditional model is still serving them incredibly well,” says Neville Eisenberg, Senior Strategy Executive, Mishcon de Reya, who joins The Future is Bright to talk about innovation taking place within UK law firms, innovation he helped contribute to with the contract attorney company, Lawyers on Demand, and now with Flex Legal, an alternative legal services provider now owned by Mishcon de Reya. Neville will discuss with hosts Chris Batz and Howard Rosenberg the growing number of opportunities in the alternative legal services provider market and what it means for private equity.  He'll discuss the changes which have taken place in the UK legal landscape as a result of deregulation and a number of legal processes now available in a self-service capacity, and what this means in terms of social justice. He will discuss the widely differing implications of AI on Top 10 law firms and on everyone below them, and the disconnect between supply and demand that he finds most concerning.  Learn Neville's thoughts on the crop of small high-performing law boutiques burgeoning in the UK and the importance of U.S. competition to the UK market.  Quotes “It is still quite challenging to convince partners of the need for change, or indeed the value of spending money on doing things differently when the traditional model is still serving them incredibly well.” (11:40 | Neville Eisenberg) “The Top Ten law firms in the UK generally regard Gen AI as likely to have a positive impact on their firms, in particular, because they see opportunity for productivity gains. But the rest of the Top 100, so the 90 firms below the top ten, have exactly the opposite, almost exactly, the opposite view of the impact of Gen AI in that they have significant concerns about the pressure that it might produce from clients to reduce cost of legal services and also that there may be a reduction in some of the work that's outsourced to their firms.” (12:27 | Neville Eisenberg) “Notwithstanding the deregulation, there is still—it appears to me from my conversation with clients—there is still a disconnect between the demand side and the supply side in the market.” (20:15 | Neville Eisenberg) “One doesn't have to be in a huge law firm to be successful. There is another model that can work.” (30:20 | Neville Eisenberg) “It just seems to me that there is a very strong business case for many of these firms creating shared business services platforms that can benefit from scale economies, and all the other benefits of scale, and running those business services functions in a more effective way.” (32:51 | Neville Eisenberg)   Links Connect with Neville Eisenberg: LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neville-eisenberg-47b2586/   Connect with Howard Rosenberg: LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hrosenberg/ Company web profile: https://www.baretzbrunelle.com/howard-rosenberg   Connect with Chris Batz: LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisbatz/  LinkedIn Company page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/columbus-street/ Columbus Street website: https://www.columbus-street.com/  Podcast production and show notes provided by HiveCast.fm  

On April 25, 2004, Broadmoor Hospital inmate Peter Bryan attacked a killed fellow inmate Richard Loudwell, a man awaiting sentencing for the murder of an eighty-two-year-old woman. The fact that the murder occurred in England's most famous and supposedly secure psychiatric hospital was shocking, but more shocking was that this was Bryan's third murder, and the second in as many months. Indeed, just two months earlier, while he was under the care of doctors and social workers in an open in-patient mental health hospital, Bryan left the facility in February and a few hours later he'd killed, dismembered, and partially cannibalized forty-three-year-old Brian Cherry.Peter Bryan's murders were highly sensationalized by the press, particularly the tabloids, who fueled the ongoing moral panic over the abysmal state of England's mental health system. While the reporting did little more than exacerbate the public's growing anger with the government, they nonetheless highlighted a very important question everyone wanted answered: How was a man with Bryan's mental health and criminal history able to get released institutional care, and moreover, why was he not under surveillance when he murdered a third time—this time in heavily guarded psychiatric hospital?ReferencesBennetto, Jason. 2005. "Care in the community patient sought `buzz' from killing and eating his victims." The Independent, March 16.Bowcott, Owen. 2009. "Cannibal who killed three had seemed normal, NHS finds." The Guardian, September 3.Chelsea News. 1994. "Grudge ended in murder." Chelsea News, March 3: 1.Cheston, Paul. 2005. "Cannibal set free to kill in London." London Evening Standard, March 15.Feller, Grant. 1993. "Police hunt evil King's Road murderer." Chelsea News, March 24: 3.Garvey, Geoff, and Peter Dobbie. 1993. "Girl battered to death in King's Road." Evening Standard (London, England), March 19: 73.Mishcon, Jane, Tim Exworthy, Stuart Wix, and Mike Lindsay. 2009. Independent Inquiry into the Care and Treatment of Peter Bryan - Part I. Mental Health Treatment Review, London, England: National Health Service (NHS).Raif, Shenai, and Andrew Barrow. 2005. "Triple-killer 'cannibal' told: you'll never be freed." The Independent, March 14.Tendler, Stewart, and Laura Peek. 2004. "Cannibal fears after body found cut apart." The Times (London, England), February 19.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In our latest Mishcon Academy: Digital Sessions podcast, Wei Zhang, a New York-qualified Partner in Mishcon de Reya's Hong Kong office, interviews Partner Emma Woollcott, Head of the Reputation Protection and Crisis Management practice in London. They explore why, in a world of increased scrutiny and transparency, global families should be mindful of their online profiles and reputations, and not just within their home jurisdictions. Wei and Emma also consider the circumstances in which even the most discreet families can attract unwanted attention, how they can anticipate reputational challenges and how they can be ready to address them.

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This Day in Legal History: Jack Ruby Convicted of Murder of Lee OswaldOn this day in legal history, March 14, 1964, marks a pivotal moment when nightclub owner Jack Ruby was convicted for the murder of Lee Harvey Oswald, the accused assassin of President John F. Kennedy. The event unfolded in Dallas, Texas, where Ruby, in a shocking act caught on live television, fatally shot Oswald just two days after Kennedy's assassination. This act catapulted Ruby from obscurity to infamy, intertwining his fate with one of the most significant and tragic events in American history.Ruby's conviction led to a death sentence, a verdict that ignited a storm of controversy and conspiracy theories surrounding the Kennedy assassination. However, the legal saga did not conclude with this conviction. In October 1966, the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals overturned Ruby's conviction, citing errors in the admission of testimony and the selection of Dallas as the venue for the trial. The court's decision for a retrial aimed to address these procedural missteps, yet Ruby would never face his second day in court; he died in January 1967 from a pulmonary embolism while awaiting the new trial.This case also shone a spotlight on the workings of the American legal system and its challenges in high-profile cases. Notably, Ruby's 1964 testimony before the Warren Commission, which investigated President Kennedy's assassination, added layers to the public's understanding of the events leading to Kennedy's death. Arlen Specter, then Assistant Counsel for the Commission and later a U.S. Senator from Pennsylvania, played a significant role in questioning Ruby. Specter's involvement in the commission and his subsequent political career kept the Ruby case and the broader Kennedy assassination narrative in the public discourse for decades.Jack Ruby's conviction and the ensuing legal battles highlight the complexities of justice and the enduring quest for truth in the aftermath of national tragedy. The events of March 14, 1964, remain a critical chapter in the legal and historical examination of the Kennedy assassination, reflecting on the broader themes of law, politics, and society in America.Donald Trump's legal team is poised to request a federal judge in Fort Pierce, Florida, to dismiss a case accusing the former president of unlawfully retaining classified documents after his presidency. Scheduled for Thursday, this hearing is part of Trump's broader strategy to confront four criminal cases amidst his campaign against Joe Biden for the upcoming U.S. election. Trump, pleading not guilty, faces a 40-count indictment for keeping sensitive national security documents at his Mar-a-Lago estate and obstructing efforts to reclaim them. His defense is expected to argue that he had the right to classify these documents as "personal," challenging the prosecution's stance that materials concerning nuclear capabilities and national defense cannot be deemed personal.Prosecutors, led by U.S. Special Counsel Jack Smith, contest Trump's claim, emphasizing the illegality of his actions. The defense also plans to criticize the vagueness of the charges, especially regarding the illegal retention of national defense information, as it pertains to a former president. Additionally, Trump's team will present arguments on presidential immunity and the alleged selective prosecution compared to other officials who have retained classified records.Significant attention will focus on Judge Aileen Cannon, a Trump appointee, and her response to these arguments, especially given her previous rulings in Trump's favor and subsequent criticism from a federal appeals court. The trial's timing is in flux, with discussions on postponing the scheduled May start, while Trump proposes a delay until after the November election, hinting at the potential to dismiss federal cases if re-elected.The outcome of this hearing could have substantial implications for Trump's legal battles, including other cases regarding election interference and the New York state charges involving payments to Stormy Daniels, further complicating his political and legal landscape.Trump to tell judge that keeping classified records was legal | ReutersDraftWise, a legal technology startup specializing in AI-powered contract tools for lawyers, announced a significant milestone in securing a $20 million Series A funding round led by Index Ventures. This latest financial infusion, with contributions from existing investors Y Combinator and Earlybird Digital East Ventures, underscores the burgeoning investor interest in AI applications within the legal sector. The New York-based company, founded by ex-Palantir engineers and a former Clifford Chance lawyer, has carved a niche in the legal tech market by enhancing contract drafting and negotiation processes with AI.Since its inception in the summer of 2020 as part of the Y Combinator startup incubator, DraftWise has distinguished itself by leveraging law firms' historical data and unique insights to refine contract customization. The company emphasizes a data-first approach over solely focusing on AI, which has allowed them to incorporate generative AI and large language models (LLMs) to further aid lawyers in their work. This strategy has enabled DraftWise to cater to notable law firm clients, including Orrick Herrington & Sutcliffe and Mishcon de Reya, among others, reflecting its growing influence in the legal tech space.The cost of DraftWise's services varies depending on the size and needs of the law firm, offering a flexible solution to improve legal operations. As legal technology continues to evolve, DraftWise's successful funding round represents a key development in the industry's efforts to harness AI for enhancing legal expertise and efficiency. This trend is further evidenced by other legal tech companies, such as Spellbook and Robin AI, securing funding, highlighting the sector's rapid growth and the increasing value placed on AI-driven legal tools.Legal contracts company DraftWise raises $20 mln amid AI investment boom | ReutersMicrosoft has reached a settlement in a patent infringement lawsuit initiated by the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) concerning Wi-Fi technology, a dispute that echoes a prior case where Caltech secured a billion-dollar jury verdict against Apple and Broadcom for infringing similar patents. The resolution was communicated to the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas, with both parties requesting a pause in the proceedings to finalize their agreement. Specific details of the settlement are yet undisclosed, with Caltech and Microsoft maintaining silence on the matter.The lawsuit accused Microsoft of violating Caltech's patents through its Surface tablets and laptops, as well as Xbox video game systems, a claim Microsoft contested by denying the allegations, challenging the patent validity, and asserting existing licenses for the disputed technologies. This legal battle follows a notable 2020 verdict where Caltech was awarded $1.1 billion in damages from Apple and Broadcom for similar patent infringements, a decision later overturned by an appeals court mandating a new trial for damages assessment. Subsequently, Caltech settled its dispute with Apple and Broadcom last year.Moreover, Caltech has initiated lawsuits against other tech giants, including HP Inc and Dell, for infringing the same Wi-Fi patents, indicating a broader legal strategy to protect its intellectual property rights. These ongoing cases underscore the complexity and high stakes of patent litigation within the tech industry, particularly concerning foundational technologies like Wi-Fi. The Microsoft settlement marks the latest chapter in Caltech's assertive enforcement of its patent portfolio, reflecting both the value and contentious nature of intellectual property in the tech sector.Microsoft settles Caltech lawsuit over Wi-Fi technology | Reuters Get full access to Minimum Competence - Daily Legal News Podcast at www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

August 15th, 2016 was a warm night in Tequesta, Florida. The perfect night to relax and enjoy some fresh air. For a couple living on Southeast Kokomo Lane, their garage was the ideal spot to hang out on a couch with the garage door up, watching the world go by. Until an encounter with a stranger on the sidewalk shattered their family's entire world in a few nightmarish moments. How to support: For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Please check out our sponsors and help support the podcast: Zocdoc - Go to zocdoc.com/MADNESS and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then find and book a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours. Better Help - This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp - Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/MADNESS and get on your way to being your best self. Research & Writing: Matt Snell   Sources: AP News: Judge to decide on Florida face-biter insanity plea Dr. Phillip Resnick's report on Austin Harrouff Forensic Psychological Evaluation Report by Gregory C. Landrum Inside Edition: Frat Brother Found Eating Face of Victim After Random Fatal Double Stabbing: Cops Law and Crime: Judge Accepts Austin Harrouff's Insanity Plea on Morning His ‘Face Biter' Murder Trial Was Set to Begin Local 10 News: Face-eating suspect Austin Harrouff arranged to buy drugs before attack, texts show Miami New Times: What You Should Know Ahead of Accused "Face-Eating Murderer" Austin Harrouff's Trial NCSA College Recruiting: Austin Harrouff ‘15 Recruiting Profile NY Post: Florida ‘cannibal' killer Austin Harrouff could be free in six months through insanity plea deal Palm Beach Post: Austin Harrouff internet searches: ‘I think I'm going crazy, am I?' Palm Beach Post: Austin Harrouff thought he was 'half-dog, half-man' in double homicide Palm Beach Post: Judge grants audio recording of Austin Harrouff psyche exam People: Fla. Man Who Killed Couple, Then Tried to Eat Victim's Face Found Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity Specializedtraining.com (profile of Phillip Resnick, M.D.) Talhassee Democrat: Inside Austin Harrouff's bizarre online persona Tallahassee Democrat: Friends, FSU students shocked by slaying TC Palm: Austin Harrouff: From Post 2018 archives - Victim's daughter said homicides still scar my family memories TC Palm: From Post 2017 archives: On anniversary of Austin Harrouff slayings, father's death haunts son TC Palm: Neighbor to couple killed in face-eating attack tells of near-deadly encounter with Harrouff TCPalm: Parents stand by son accused of brutal killing of Martin County couple Video: Victims' Neighbor Recounts Encounter With Austin Harrouff WBPF 25: Jail calls released: Austin Harrouff's father says gruesome murders "not necessarily your fault" WPEC CBS 12: Who Is Austin Harrouff? WPTV: Prosecutor seeks to change laws after Austin Harrouff found not guilty by reason of insanity YouTube: 911 call from Mina Harrouff YouTube: Deputy explains why he didn't shoot Harrouff YouTube: Victim's Daughter to Austin Harrouff: I Hope You Burn in Hell YouTube: You deserve to die': Sister of Michelle Mishcon makes passionate statement toward Austin Harrouff Zuma Press, Inc. / Alamy Stock Photo Tequesta, Florida, USA. 16th Aug, 2016. John Stevens and Michelle Mishcon (Photo of garage)