Best Catherine Gordon Podcasts (2024)

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Exposing The Originalism Lie with Madiba Dennie - Episode 174 22:05

1h ago22:05

22:05

Kathryn chats with Madiba Dennie, deputy editor at Balls and Strikes, about her new book, “The Originalism Trap”. Discover how originalist ideology affects our legal system, and why it’s crucial to challenge it. A must-listen for anyone curious about the evolving role of law and justice! Highlights Potential of the law to help or hurt people. Medib…

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Helping Businesses Help Themselves with Peter Bronstein - Episode 173 19:21

4d ago19:21

19:21

Kathryn chats with Peter Bronstein, a radio show host and founder of Legal Steps. Peter shares why he became a lawyer, driven by a desire for fairness, and narrates his journey from in-house counsel to successful independent practice. Discover compelling stories of his career highs, advice for aspiring lawyers, and insights on challenges faced by s…

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'A conversation with Dr Alison Maitland and Jenna Ashford' - Drop the Struggle 46:01

10d ago46:01

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In this episode Dr.Alison Maitland and Jenna Ashford join Gordon MacLelland to discuss their book 'Drop the Struggle' and how understanding their approach of using 'Acceptance and Commitment Therapy' may help us as sporting parents to help support our young people to fulfil their potential both in and out of their sport. During the conversation the…

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Biglaw Partner Gets Real About Mentorship with Jane Arnold - Episode 172 26:31

11d ago26:31

26:31

Dive into the latest episode of The Jabob Podcast and special guest Jane Arnold, partner at Polsinelli. Discover Jane’s unconventional path to law and her insights on mentoring, flexible work hours, and the future of diversity in Big Law. Listen for inspiring advice and a peek into the evolving legal landscape. Highlights Jane Arnold’s career path …

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The Journey From Incarceration To Law Student And Beyond with Jonas Caballero - Episode 171 20:09

15d ago20:09

20:09

Dive into an inspiring episode as Kathryn Rubino hosts Albany law student Jonas Caballero. Discover Jonas’s incredible journey from protesting the Iraq War to overcoming incarceration and addiction, now excelling in law school and fighting for civil rights. A must-listen for a story of resilience and advocacy. Highlights Reporting on human rights i…

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'A conversation with Rebecca Levett' - Supporting a healthy identity in our sporting children 47:05

2M ago47:05

47:05

In this episode Sport and Performance Psychologist in Elite Sport Rebecca Levett joins Gordon MacLelland to discuss supporting a healthy identity in our sporting children. We all want our children to have the opportunity to explore various identities and learn that their sense of worth can come from different areas and that many skills and strength…

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'A conversation with Graham Turner' - The Young Athletes' Perspective 49:20

3M ago49:20

49:20

In this episode Australian Institute of Sport Athlete Development Senior Lead Graham Turner joins Gordon MacLelland to discuss his latest book 'The Young Athlete's Perspective.' This book features six stories told by young athletes about their talent development experiences in sport. Each young athlete tells a personal story. They describe their ow…

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Making The Journey From Biglaw To In-House with Catherine Dawson - Episode 170 22:46

3M ago22:46

22:46

In this episode, Kathryn interviews Catherine Dawson, General Counsel at Affinipay, discusses her career transition from big law to in-house counsel, emphasizing her interest in technology. She also talks about the benefits of using AI in legal practice, such as task automation and increased efficiency. Dawson recounts her experience of working par…

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Sexism And Harassment In Biglaw Are Nothing New with Erin Gordon - Episode 169 25:24

3M ago25:24

25:24

In this episode, Kathryn interviews Erin Gordon, author of "Look What You Made Me Do", a memoir exposing a toxic culture in a prominent law firm. Erin shares her experience of continuous micro-harassments, personal defamation, and inadequate work allocation, leading to extreme stress and impeding her professional growth. Despite having a strong leg…

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'A conversation with Tom Kitchin' - High Performance and Sports Parenting 44:42

3M ago44:42

44:42

In this episode Michelin starred chef and sports parent Tom Kitchin joins Gordon MacLelland to discuss high performance and sports parenting. Tom has lived experience as a parent going through the football academy journey and it was great to discuss how his own working life in high performance has influenced his ongoing approach with his four child…

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The Path To In-House with Dina Segal - Episode 168 22:59

4M ago22:59

22:59

In this episode, Kathryn interviews Dina Segal, the Chief Legal Officer at Gusto, and discusses her personal and professional journey including her transition from a big law firm to an in-house counsel position and her experiences as a working mother. She speaks about the Lexis Plus platform's innovative Judicial Brief Analysis tool and highlights …

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A Work Partnership Makes All The Difference with Cara Bain and Allison Rosner - Episode 167 24:31

4M ago24:31

24:31

In this episode, directors Cara Bain and Allison Rosner from Major Lindsay in Africa discussed the trajectory of their legal careers and the importance of workplace partnerships. While detailing their unique career paths, they stressed the benefits of diverse backgrounds and perspectives in enhancing team performance. They encouraged listeners to b…

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'A conversation with Catherine Baker' - Sports Parenting - The realities of the role 41:22

4M ago41:22

41:22

In this episode author and sports parent Catherine Baker joins Gordon MacLelland to discuss being a sports parent and the complexities of the role based on her experiences of parenting three sporting children, one of whom is currently involved in professional rugby. During the conversation they discuss amongst other things: The realities of being a…

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How To Go From Just A Lawyer To A Rainmaker with Sejal Patel - Episode 166 23:16

5M ago23:16

23:16

In this episode, Kathryn interviewed Sejal Patel from Sage Ivy Consulting. Sejal traces her unique career from law to consulting, emphasizing that law schools should better guide students about alternative legal careers and business development. She suggests young lawyers maintain their professional relationships from law school, cultivate new ones…

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The Truth About Burnout with Prof. Gordon Parker 31:52

5M ago31:52

31:52

In the final episode of Project Pivot, we explore the intricate topic of burnout with Australian psychiatrist, Professor Gordon Parker. The discussion shines a light on the critical role of personality as a predisposing risk factor, and reveals the many layers of burnout, and its causes. Professor Parker introduces the analogy of soil and seed to a…

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Law Firm Managing Partner Shares Her Journey To The Top with Frieda Garcia - Episode 165 24:17

5M ago24:17

24:17

Kathryn interviewed Frieda Garcia, a managing partner at BAL. Frieda shares her journey to becoming an immigration lawyer, primarily influenced by her family's legal immigration issues. Although the field is challenging due to its complexity and politicized nature, it is also rewarding, particularly in cases where she's assisted scientists and nurs…

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UHNW Clients, Being a Trustee and Going it Alone With Catherine Grum 40:15

5M ago40:15

40:15

In this episode, Catherine Grum shares the importance of building meaningful client relationships, the unique skill set required in her field, and the decision to embrace the autonomy and freedom of an independent career. Our conversation with Catherine delves into the nuances of her expertise, emphasising the blend of technical knowledge and relat…

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Lawyers Need To Invest In Professional Development with Elise Holtzman - Episode 164 28:24

5M ago28:24

28:24

Kathryn interviewed Elise Holtzman, President of The Lawyer’s Edge, who shares her journey from pre-med to law and discusses challenges faced by lawyers. She highlights the pressure being overwhelming leading to visible stress, but advises breaking down goals into smaller achievable tasks. Elise also points out that self-doubts often block individu…

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From Lawyer to Teacher with Myles Preston 50:52

6M ago50:52

50:52

In this episode of Project Pivot, we hear about the transformative journey of Myles Preston, a seasoned commercial lawyer turned educator and vice principal. Myles candidly shares his motivations for leaving the legal realm and the challenges encountered in transitioning to the rewarding world of teaching. Swapping the corridors of law firms to the…

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Decision Fatigue Might Be Hurting The Quality Of Your Work with Susan Myres - Episode 163 33:45

6M ago33:45

33:45

Kathryn interviewed Susan Myres, a Managing Partner of Myres & Associates PLLC, who discusses the prevalence of “decision fatigue” in the legal industry. She suggests lawyers take regular breaks and maintain a work-life balance to counter fatigue and stress. She emphasizes the components of self-care and health in a lawyer’s responsibility to their…

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'A conversation with John O'Sullivan' - Being a champion teammate and supporting our children in this role 41:03

6M ago41:03

41:03

In this episode author and founder of 'The Changing the Game Project' joins Gordon MacLelland to discuss being a champion teammate, what that actually means and how we as parents can support our children to fulfil this role. During the conversation they discuss amongst other things: The importance of being a teammate in life, not just in sport How …

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John-Paul Davies: From Lawyer to Psychotherapist 57:40

6M ago57:40

57:40

In the latest episode, John-Paul Davies shares the motivation that fuelled his transition from law to psychotherapy. Providing a glimpse into the challenges he faced as a legal professional, leading to his eventual exit from the profession. Hear about the emotional toll of imposter syndrome, and the symptoms that became the catalyst for his therape…

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The Fight For Sane Gun Regulation Continues At The Supreme Court with Doug Letter and Shira Feldman - Episode 162 25:52

6M ago25:52

25:52

Kathryn Introduces guests Douglas Letter and Shira Feldman from Brady United, an organization focused on reducing gun violence. They discuss their driving factors for practicing law, touch on their work, and explore specific gun laws, including the case of United States vs Rahimi, relevant to domestic violence prevention. Shira outlines the current…

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Founding Legaltech Hub with Nikki Shaver 32:32

6M ago32:32

32:32

This enlightening conversation with Nikki Shaver unravels her remarkable journey from practising law to navigating the dynamic realm of legal tech. Nikki's story is a testament to the fusion of legal expertise and technological innovation, that highlights the evolving landscape of the legal profession. In this episode, Nikki opens the door to her d…

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Starting A New Law Firm with Chris Bridges 44:18

6M ago44:18

44:18

In this episode, Chris Bridges discusses his journey from working in a traditional law firm to starting his own. He talks about the challenges he faced in a large organisation and the desire for more variety and agility. He shares his experience as a tech lawyer, his leap into tech law, and the creation of a law journal – because who doesn’t love a…

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Trailer 1:19

6M ago1:19

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Welcome to Project Pivot - the podcast about legal professionals who have said goodbye to the burnout of 'always on' legal hustle. Hosted by Steve Pearce, a career coach who has dedicated himself to guiding lawyers through significant career changes, Project Pivot unlocks the secrets to transform your legal career. Hear from individuals who have bo…

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Civil Rights Are About More Than Liberation with Dylan Penningroth - Episode 161 24:48

7M ago24:48

24:48

Kathryn interviewed Dylan Penningroth to discuss the intersections of Black history, law, and the civil rights movement. Penningroth, author of "Before the Movement: the Hidden History of Black Civil Rights", stresses the importance of viewing the Black community as a diverse group with various perspectives, and using the law as both an instrument …

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'A conversation with Orla Adams' - Using Motivational Interviewing to enhance conversations with our sporting children 47:43

7M ago47:43

47:43

In this episode Motivational Interviewing expert and trainer and sports parent Orla Adams joins Gordon MacLelland to discuss 'Motivational Interviewing' and how it can help us as sports parents enhance the quality of conversations and navigate some of the difficult moments we face with our young people around their sporting experience. During the c…

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Happy Lawyers Do Exist with Amanda Wolfman - Episode 160 23:46

7M ago23:46

23:46

Kathryn interviewed Amanda Wolfman, who shares her career transition from social work to law and advocates for diversity, equity, and inclusion within the legal field. From her experiences at various law firms, she emphasizes the importance of problem-solving skills and having these values ingrained in all facets of a firm's operations for it to be…

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Law Firm Mergers Are Opportunities For Women with Melinda Wallman - Episode 159 27:02

7M ago27:02

27:02

Kathryn interviewed Melinda, a Partner based in London, who focuses on the recruitment of partners into elite international firms in the UK and Europe. In the course of her 25-year career, she has placed hundreds of partners and partner-teams into AmLaw 100 and UK 20 firms and has launched numerous offices for law firm clients. She successfully rep…

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The Future of DEI with Natalie E. Norfus and Shanté S. Gordon - Episode 158 31:29

7M ago31:29

31:29

Kathryn interviewed experts Natalie E. Norfus and Shanté S. Gordon discussing the legal industry, the application of AI in legal research via Lexis Plus's new platform, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Regarding burnout, Shanté advises identifying needs and seeking support. Natalie emphasizes realism in work allocation and sett…

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The Fight For Justice For The Last Colony with Philippe Sands - Episode 157 25:49

7M ago25:49

25:49

Kathryn interviewed Philippe Sands, who discussed his extensive law career including trade and human rights cases, his work on the Chagos Archipelago case for Mauritius, and his aim to humanize law through understanding case individuals. Philippe also provided insight into his role as a counsel for Samoa regarding nuclear weapons, diving into the r…

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Kids Books And The Future Of The Legal Profession with Tiffany Obeng - Episode 156 25:36

8M ago25:36

25:36

Kathryn speaks with Tiffany Obeng, author and lawyer, who shares her journey into law and children's literature. Inspired to become a lawyer at a young age, she highlights the need for diverse portrayals of professions in children's literature, starting with her book 'Andrew Learns about Lawyers.' Tiffany challenges the notion that black boys don't…

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Communication, Empathy, And Understanding In The Practice Of Law with Kelly Olivier and Allyson West - Episode 155 24:58

8M ago24:58

24:58

Kathryn speaks with Kelly Olivier and Allyson West, the founders of The Themis Group Trial by Women in Hale & Monico. They discussed their recent trial and its highs and lows. They remain committed despite a disappointing result. They also shared their future plans for Themis - to grow, reach more women, and serve as a powerful force for women's is…

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The Future Of The Legal Profession Must Be Diverse with Catherine Kemnitz - Episode 154 22:28

8M ago22:28

22:28

Kathryn speaks with Catherine Kemnitz about her career in law. Catherine shares her journey from pursuing her law degree at 17, working at Thomson Reuters, to becoming the Chief Strategy and Development Officer at Axiom. They discuss the launch of revolutionary legal research platform, Lexis Plus, and the value of diversity in the legal profession.…

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The Case Against Family Court with Jane Spinak - Episode 153 32:54

8M ago32:54

32:54

Kathryn and guest Jane Spinak, a Columbia Law School professor, discuss the issues with the U.S. court system's handling of child delinquencies. Jane argues that the system causes more harm than good, often exacerbating issues rather than resolving them. She believes the approach towards these cases should be shifted from courts to supporting commu…

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A Legend In The Making with Nichad Davis - Episode 152 25:31

9M ago25:31

25:31

Kathryn interviews attorney Nichad Davis who shared his journey to law school and his legal work post-graduation, particularly in civil rights where he achieved policy changes and settlements for clients. Nichad emphasized the importance of supporting aspiring legal professionals, especially those from diverse backgrounds. He urged people to persis…

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How Lawyers Can Prevent Burnout with Adrienne Prentice - Episode 151 24:59

9M ago24:59

24:59

Kathryn interviews Adrienne Prentice, CEO of Keep Company, discussing work-life balance, focusing on the challenges faced by caregivers and working parents, which affect people of all genders. Adrienne, once a corporate attorney, emphasizes the need for skills in managing professional boundaries, a training lacking in many industries. She suggests …

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'A conversation with Larissa Mills' - Effectively managing social media and setting up positive phone routines with our sporting children 43:19

10M ago43:19

43:19

In this episode educational consultant, coach and parent Larissa Mills joins Gordon MacLelland to discuss ‘Effectively managing social media and setting up positive phone routines with our sporting children’. During the conversation they discuss amongst other things: Helping our children to develop 'real focus' in today's tech world Working on crea…

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'A conversation with Phoebe Schecter' - Supporting parents to inspire their daughters to a life in sport 39:17

11M ago39:17

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In this episode former NFL coach, Captain of GB Women's team and Sky Sports and Talk Sport Broadcaster Phoebe Schecter joins Gordon MacLelland to discuss her varied life in sport, being a strong role model and how parents can support and inspire their daughters on their sporting journey. During the conversation they discuss amongst other things: Ph…

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How Legal Ops Can Get You To Your Work Joy with Sumi Trombley - Episode 150 22:28

11M ago22:28

22:28

Kathryn interviews Sumi Trombley, a senior advisor at UpLevel Ops, who delves into the world of legal operations. They discuss Sumi's career transition, the influence of the pandemic on workflow, the role that legal ops can play in promoting diversity, and how it bridges the gap between legal and business concerns. She emphasizes the need for authe…

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In The Trenches With A Family Law Attorney with Margaret Klaw - Episode 149 28:56

12M ago28:56

28:56

Kathryn interviews Margaret Klaw who is a writer, a lawyer, and a founding partner of BKW Family Law, an all-women law firm in Philadelphia. Named a Preeminent Woman Lawyer by Martindale-Hubbell, she has been recognized by Best Lawyers in America and designated a Pennsylvania “Super Lawyer” in the area of family law. Starting with day-in-the-life v…

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'A conversation with Rachel Vickery' - High Performance, Character Development and Empowering Self-advocacy in Young Athletes 56:36

12M ago56:36

56:36

In this episode High Performance Consultant, Sports Physiotherapist and Former International Gymnast Rachel Vickery joins Gordon MacLelland to discuss high performance, character development and empowering self-advocacy in high performing young athletes. During the conversation they discuss amongst other things: The human stress response The true m…

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