Going Global. Series 1
Going Global: A Legal Podcast for Today’s Global Challenges is a collaborative Podcast series between Newcastle Law School and São Paulo State University (Unesp). It is dedicated to discussing contemporary legal issues related to global transformations and the challenges faced by the international (and post national) community. This series comprises three episodes that will explore Extractivism as a global issue.
Episode 3. Mining in Africa: traceability and global companies
This is Episode 3 – ‘Mining in Africa: traceability and global companies’. This episode is hosted by Beatriz Adas from São Paulo State University (Unesp) and Newcastle University Global Law students Eleanor Mensah and Leo Johnson. The hosts invite Professor Afonso ‘Mosquito’ Garrido, whose expertise spans governance, technology, compliance, and sustainability. The discussion examined topics including conflict (blood) diamonds, the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme, the Lobito Corridor, and the challenges of regulating global mineral supply chains.
Episode 2. Posthumanism as a new standard for responsible extractivism?
This is Episode 2 – ‘Posthumanism as a new standard for responsible extractivism?’. It was hosted by Emma Bickers and Aliya Khan (Newcastle Univerisity) and Raquel Freitas Colaço and Daniel Nobre Fernandes da Silva (Unesp). Our guest for this episode is Dr. Emily Jones, a NUAcT Fellow at Newcastle Law School. Dr. Jones is a renowned scholar specialising in Public Iinternational Law, Environmental Law, and critical Legal theories, specifically pioneering feminist, queer, and posthumanistpost humanist approaches to jurisprudence. Her groundbreaking work re-examines foundational concepts of sovereignty, exploitation, and legal personhood.
Episode 1. Part III. Regulating extractivism in a divided world
In this episode, we welcome Professor Eduardo Saad-Diniz and João Victor Gianecchini to discuss the intersections between extractivism, global geopolitics, environmental governance, and international law. Professor Eduardo Saad-Diniz holds a Habilitation in Criminology and a PhD in Criminal Law from the University of São Paulo (USP) and is also affiliated with the ARC Foundation – Amazonia R&D Center in Manaus, Brazil. João Victor Gianecchini is a PhD candidate at the University of Frankfurt, Germany, supported by a scholarship from the Friedrich Ebert Stiftung Foundation, and holds an LL.M. from USP.
Episode 1. Part II. Regulating extractivism in a divided world
In this episode, we welcome Professor Eduardo Saad-Diniz and João Victor Gianecchini to discuss the intersections between extractivism, global geopolitics, environmental governance, and international law. Professor Eduardo Saad-Diniz holds a Habilitation in Criminology and a PhD in Criminal Law from the University of São Paulo (USP) and is also affiliated with the ARC Foundation – Amazonia R&D Center in Manaus, Brazil. João Victor Gianecchini is a PhD candidate at the University of Frankfurt, Germany, supported by a scholarship from the Friedrich Ebert Stiftung Foundation, and holds an LL.M. from USP.
Episode 1, Part I. Regulating Extractivism in a divided World
Episode 1 is hosted by Livia Porto and Luísa Sasaki (Unesp), and Ekaterina (Katherine) Iosifova and Candence Willis (Newcastle University). In this episode, we welcome Professor Eduardo Saad-Diniz and João Victor Gianecchini to discuss the intersections between extractivism, global geopolitics, environmental governance, and international law. Professor Eduardo Saad-Diniz holds a Habilitation in Criminology and a PhD in Criminal Law from the University of São Paulo (USP) and is also affiliated with the ARC Foundation – Amazonia R&D Center in Manaus, Brazil. João Victor Gianecchini is a PhD candidate at the University of Frankfurt, Germany, supported by a scholarship from the Friedrich Ebert Stiftung Foundation, and holds an LL.M. from USP.
Series 4
S.4.4 Competition Law, Big Tech and Data, with Isaac Juma
Newcastle Law School PhD candidate, Isaac Juma explains his research into competition law, big tech, data and privacy and more!
S4.3 AI and Human Rights plus tips on applying for a PhD, with Tanya Krupiy
Enjoy a quick conversation with Dr Tanya Krupiy, learn about her fabulous research on AI and Human rights, and get some advice on applying for a PhD.
S4.2 Nietzsche, Napoleon and Law, Adam Rowe
In this episode, we sit down with the brilliant Adam Rowe, a Lecturer at Newcastle University whose research dances between Nietzschean philosophy, Napoleonic history, and the complexities of international law.
Adam discusses his fascination with two towering figures: Friedrich Nietzsche and Napoleon Bonaparte—thinkers (and doers) who thrived in the tension between brilliance and controversy.
S4.1 History, Constitutions and Creative Media for Research, with Víctor Cázares
Víctor Cázares unravels the intricate dance between history and law, exploring how constitutions are more than just texts—they’re powerful, sometimes violent, catalysts for societal change.
Series 3
S3.2 A Conversation With Simon Meacher about Governance at Newcastle University
In this episode Scarlett welcomes guest-host Shah Yaseen Ali to interview Simon Meacher, who is head of executive and governance at Newcastle University.
S3.1 A Conversation with Dr Christine Beuermann about Private Law Remedies
In this episode Scarlett discusses private law and teaching methods with Newcastle University lecturer, Dr Christine Beuermann. They discuss her new, unconventional, module, ‘Private Law Remedies’ and its success in its inaugural year.
18. A conversation about mediation with Professor Bryan Clark and Winsome Chan
Scarlett speaks with deputy head of the law school, Bryan Clark to discuss his area of research: mediation and dispute resolution. They also speak with international student and member of the mediation society, Winsome Chan, to discuss her success in national competitions and experiences in mediation.
17. A Conversation with Craig Mackenzie about his career as a Solicitor Advocate in Criminal Law
Niamh and Scarlett speak with solicitor advocate and fellow podcaster Craig Mackenzie about his unconventional route into the law, his career highlights, and get a behind the scenes look into his podcast, ‘The Trial Advocate’s Playbook’.
Please click on the icon below for Craig’s podcast.
16. A Conversation with Andrew Beetham about the law on Consent
TW: Rape; Sexual Assault; Sexual Violence; Homophobia
Niamh and Scarlett sit down with Newcastle University PHD candidate Andrew Beetham to discuss the law on consent and the surrounding controversies. They discuss Andrew’s case comment on R v BM and relating case law. We would like to emphasise that this is a discussion on consent law only, we do not consider the other pertinent issues present in many of these cases, and comments should be taken only in the context of this law. Please click on the Twitter icon should you wish to discuss this further.
15. A Conversation with Beverley Smith About Routes into Law and the Education System
In the first episode of this academic year, Niamh and Scarlett sit down with Newcastle University lecturer Beverley Smith to discuss her unconventional journey into the law. They also explore education techniques, A-levels, and Beverley’s various outreach projects.
14. A Conversation with Dr Funke Abimbola MBE
In the final episode of the 2020/21 academic year, Matt and Niamh talk to Dr Funke Abimbola MBE, Newcastle Law School Alumni, about her career after law school, her work on diversity in the legal profession and non-traditional career paths following a law degree. Funke’s website is below for more information: funkeabimbola.com/
13. A Conversation with Alexa Netty about SolidariTee and the Refugee Crisis
Guest hosts Amy Jones and Izzy Ponsonby talk to Alexa Netty, Executive Director of SolidariTee about the refugee crisis and its intersection with the law. SolidariTee is the largest student-led charity fighting for sustainable change in the refugee crisis. They sell organic t-shirts for £12 with 100% of profits going towards sustainable legal aid, contact i.ponsonby@newcastle.ac or a.jones20@newcastle.ac.uk to buy one or find out more!
Or to keep up to date with their work visit www.solidaritee.org.uk/
12. A Conversation with Dr Nikki Godden-Rasul about Portraits of Women in the Law
Niamh and guest host Rozhin Shabbak talk to Dr Nikki Godden-Rasul about her research on Portraits of women in the law and Inspirational Women of the Law Event 2021. The full reference and link to the website is below.
Godden-Rasul N., ‘Portraits of women of the law: re-envisioning gender, law and the legal profession in law schools’ [2019] 39(3) Legal Studies, 415
The one with the legal implications
Becca, Rianna, Reet, Eve and Phoebe speak with Dr Nikki Godden-Rasul, a lecturer in Law at Newcastle University, on the legal implications that have come from the death of Sarah Everard, including societies relationship with the police, Covid legislation and the attendance of vigils.
11. A Conversation with Robin Taylor about Lawyers Without Borders
Guest hosts Max Chau and Maleka Akuany talk to Robin Taylor, Executive Director of Lawyers Without Borders. Lawyers Without Borders is a non-profit corporation whose mission is to advance global rule of law, build capacity and integrity in the world’s justice sectors and support transitions and development. (www.lawyerswithoutborders.org/contact)
If you would like to get involved in the LWOB Newcastle Student Division, please email lwob@newcastle.ac.uk
10. A Conversation with Maya Ffrench Adam about life after law school, AVs and competition law
Matt and Niamh celebrate episode 10, by talking to Maya Ffrench Adam, former Newcastle Law School student who graduated in July 2020. They talk to Maya about life after law school, her research topic on Automatic Vehicle liability and her interest in competition law.
9. A Conversation with Michael Cordner
Guest Host Harri Thomas interviews Admiral Law Technical Director Michael Cordner. Michael talks about his career, what it’s like being a manager of a legal team and the impact of COVID-19. Harri also asks Michael some quick-fire questions including a tricky rugby/football question for a born Englishman living in Wales!
8. A Conversation with Dr Sarah Morley about The Novel Beings Project
Niamh and Matt talk to Newcastle Law School’s Dr Sarah Morley about an interesting multidisciplinary piece of work she is leading called the Novel Beings Project. Sarah is specifically looking at the development of regulation to deal with novel beings such as Synthetic Genome Technologies and Artificial Intelligence. Check out the project’s Twitter @novel_beings
The One With Ruth Houghton and Aoife O’Donoghue on feminist perspectives of Global Constitutionalism
Nathan and Becca explore feminist perspectives of Global Constitutionalism with Dr Ruth Houghton, lecturer at Newcastle Law School, and Professor Aoife O’Donoghue, lecturer at Durham Law School. To access Ruth and Aoife’s paper, “‘Ourworld’: A feminist approach to global constitutionalism”, please visit this link.
7. A Conversation with Kevin Crosby about the Historical Development of the Jury Franchise
Matt and Niamh talk to Kevin Crosby, senior lecturer at Newcastle University about his route to academia, his research on the Historical Development of the Jury Franchise and the future of the juries in the modern world. Check out the blog post we discussed below.
6. A Conversation with Professor Richard Mullender
Guest Host Liam Murray speaks to senior lecturer in law at Newcastle University Professor Richard Mullender about his background and recent academic experiences including his current research in Legal Theory and his passion for Plymouth Argyle FC
The One With Professor Kathryn Hollingsworth on Children’s Rights and Access to Justice for Children
Becca and Nathan speak with Kathryn Hollingsworth, a Professor of Law at Newcastle University, on children’s rights, accessibility of justice for children and the Children’s Rights Judgments Project.
5. A Debate with Ricky Pancholi Josh Jowitt + Others about whether Law is Fair, Just and Reasonable
In our first guest host episode, Ricky Pancholi debates with Dr Josh Jowitt, Libby Klinke, Thomas Desilva and Frank Anderson about whether the Law is Fair, Just and Reasonable. From Animal Rights, Black Lives Matter and COVID-19, this episode covers a wide range of topics that both law students and non-law students can enjoy.
4. A conversation with Emilie Coutin about Life after Law School & Climate Change Law
Dr Sue Farran on the adoption practices of the Pacific Island States
Nathan and Becca explore adoption practices in the Pacific Island States with Dr Sue Farran, a lecturer in Law at Newcastle University and former lecturer at the University of the South Pacific.
Dr Josh Jowitt on the establishment of ‘Legal Personhood’ for Animals
3. A Conversation with Colin Murray about Brexit’s impact on Northern Ireland
All information was correct at time of recording 11am, 7.12.20
Matt and Niamh discuss Brexit and Northern Ireland with Colin Murray, Reader in Public Law and Lecturer at Newcastle University. Follow the link below to access Colin’s blog post https://www.historyworkshop.org.uk/brexit-constitutions-referendums/