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Talking law & other hot topics in Australian society. Access to justice starts with access to legal information. Every week, I explain a pressing legal or social issue in clear words. I also explain legal words so you can feel more comfortable dealing with the legal system. I talk about personal stuff when it intersects with hot topics or being a damn good lawyer. May include mild swears! Views are my own & given in good faith based on personal experience. No legal advice or confidential inf ...
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Become a Paid Subscriber: https://anchor.fm/lawrence249/subscribe This podcast provides delivers motivational snippets to provide inspiration and to provoke thought. This podcast intends to ignite your dormant potential or reinforce the greatness you have already revealed to the world. Every lasting fire needs a new log put in periodically to keep the fire burning! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lawrence249/support
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Acknowledgment of Country. CW: the case that started it all is a high-profile sexual assault matter. Breaking news on the ACT Supreme Court’s decision in this highly-publicised, complex and super-interesting matter. I translate from legalese and give cringe-worthy facts their day in the sun, but most importantly, I help you understand this importan…
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Acknowledgement of Country. A not-very-lawyerly episode. My swimming teacher experience and coastal upbringing have given me some knowledge, and I share that with you! Disclaimer: I’m not your swimming teacher (see, I’m still lawyerly). Great resources: https://www.surflifesaving.com.au/beach-safety/rip-currents/ and https://www.royallifesaving.com…
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Acknowledgement of Country. An easy to understand guide to the science behind Kathleen Folbigg’s pardon. Sources: omim.org and The Guardian at https://amp.theguardian.com/australia-news/2023/may/07/kathleen-folbigg-science-sheds-new-light-on-case-of-mother-convicted-of-murdering-her-children and ABC at https://amp.abc.net.au/article/102406772. For …
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In this episode, we will talk about the impact a friend can make and the importance of having a friend and you being a good friend. The words from a friend can be just the thing a person needs to keep pushing forward. Words from a friend can be a lifeline. So, be a good friend and encourage someone else, because, "You Can Help A Friend!" --- Send i…
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Acknowledgment of Country. Voice, Treaty and Truth. Cool stuff happening in Coffs Harbour (Gumbaynggirr Country). To access the Guardian’s podcast with Professor Megan Davis, click here: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/audio/2023/jan/20/the-details-on-the-indigenous-voice-to-parliament-with-megan-davis To see the website for the Gumbayng…
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Acknowledgement of Country and NAIDOC week. Update and breaking news: Commonwealth Attorney-General decides to stop prosecution of Bernard Collaery. Issues include open justice & rule of law. See previous episodes Season 2, 22 & Season 2, 44 for important background. Australian Financial Review article available here: https://www.afr.com/politics/f…
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Acknowledgment of Country this NAIDOC Week. Update on the “no rights without remedy” petition. Spoiler: there will be remedies! Except, maybe, if the ACT police are allegedly involved. Here’s the report: https://www.parliament.act.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0006/2023764/JCS-Report-7-Report-into-the-Inquiry-into-Petition-32-21-No-Rights-Without-R…
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Perspective is about HOW you see WHAT you see. This episode is about seeing things differently. Is it an obstacle or opportunity, is it one step closer to yes you are seeking and are you hungry enough and thirsty enough to chase it down until you get it? It's a Matter of Perspective! What is your perspective?--- Send in a voice message: https://pod…
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Some of you may be thinking that it is too late for me. I have waited too long, I am too old, I am too slow, I am too late...But the truth is, if you are listenening to this episode that was designed just for you, you may be Late, But Not Too Late!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lawrence249/messageSupport this p…
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Our connections play an extremely important role in our lives. A connection can make or break us. This episode challenges us to consider our connections and make some decisions and take some action. What Are You Connected To?--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lawrence249/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcast…
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Sometimes in life we come to a place where it seems that we are at the end of the rope or at the end of the road. But I want to encourage you to forge ahead because there is collateral impact and you are the one who can make a difference, "When The Road Runs Out!"--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lawrence249/messa…
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Acknowledgement of Country. If we can’t enforce our rights, what do they really mean? A petition before the ACT Legislative Assembly seeks to give them meaning. If you want to hear an in-depth forum on International Human Rights Day (10 December 2021), which is online and free, register here: https://hrc.act.gov.au/making-human-rights-complaints-ac…
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Acknowledgement of Country. Quick recap on Case Theory (please see Season 1, Episode 22) and past defamation episodes (please see Season 2, Episodes 20 and 34). Discussion of how these 2 issues are arising in the media coverage of new NSW police efforts to work out what happened to William Tyrrell who has been missing since 12 September 2014. Helpf…
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"The fears we don't face become our limits," (Robin Sharma) In this episode, you will discover that many of us face fears and many of us are limited by our fears. The path in life that we want to take is obstructed by fears. But, my friends, courage is on the inside of you waiting for the environment that beckons courage to stand up. You will be in…
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Acknowledgment of Country. Interested in the biopsychosocial model of health? Or, maybe you would be if I broke it down for you into a word of less than 6 or 7 syllables? Get put off by words that sound impressive but are too complex? I know I am! Listen to me explain what “biopsychosocial” means (it’s easy to understand, I promise) and then check …
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Have you ever felt like your light is getting dim, or maybe you had a friend whose light seemed to be getting dim? Well, today I want to encourage you to "Let Your Light So Shine". If you let your light shine you give others permission to let their light shine. Today's 5 words comes to flip the switch on and "Let Your Light So Shine"! You have what…
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Have you ever considered the implications of the word THROUGH? This episode speaks to your Through moments in life. Friends, know that You Can Make It Through anything life throws at you. You have what it takes to not only endure, but to come out on the other side. To grow, to stretch, to evolve, and to thrive by going Through! You Can Make It Thro…
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Content warning: a brief mention of non-consensual medical treatment. Acknowledgement of Country. Great work by A Gender Agenda and SHFPACT on their excellent resource “Including Intersex” which can be found here: https://www.shfpact.org.au/news-and-updates/418-including-intersex?fbclid=IwAR12cP5EOmZiHQCqyqB79bjptCNp3UE9rXuRIaNOMUcMtJrOBYO8Ybwv5ms…
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One message, the right message, can completely invigorate your day, your week, or be the impetus for a life changing shift. It could be that "Just 5 Words" is just what you needed to launch or be catapulted into your inherent greatness. "Just 5 Words" may be the message that changes your life. This is a launch into purpose, driven by passion and se…
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Acknowledgement of Country. All about Wills and Enduring Powers of Attorney, and why you need them now! Legal information to help you understand how to give yourself and your loved ones peace of mind at a really difficult time (that’s a euphemism for when you die). And a terrible (but one of my favourites) joke at the end! Thank you!…
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Acknowledgement of Country. A chat about the High Court decision in LibertyWorks Inc v Commonwealth of Australia [2021] HCA 18. I am greatly indebted to Dr Michelle Sharpe for her article in the Law Society of NSW Journal, Issue 80, for breaking this case down. I have built on her work to simplify it further for this podcast.…
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Acknowledgement of Country. Be-on-the-lookout-for-copaganda-warning. Referral to a really interesting episode where forensic psychologist Dr Sarah Yule talks about how forensic psychology can help with criminal investigations. She’s refreshingly down to earth and frank about the limitations of her specialised field.…
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Content warning: domestic violence, racism, sexism. Acknowledgement of Country. I give a few definitions and give you useful background on my female clients’ experience with prosecution for domestic violence. Then you will get cracking over to this interview with Dr Chelsea Watego from 6 July 2021, pronto: https://m.mixcloud.com/3crtuesdaybreakfast…
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