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Law Syrup
by Ontario Justice Education Network
Tap into Law Syrup, a podcast series highlighting unique topics in Canadian law through conversations with special guests. Join host Herman Wong as he chats about what’s trending, how to explore tricky subjects, and where to hold space for accountability and growth. Designed for the everyday listener, each episode combines powerful insight with a casual touch. New episodes drop biweekly. Law Syrup is a co-production between Herman Wong, the Ontario Justice Education Network (OJEN), and the Canadian Forum on Civil Justice. Thank you to The Law Foundation of Ontario for its support.
Episodes
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Breaking the Mould (with Harvey Brownstone)
This week on Law Syrup, we sit down with Harvey Brownstone: Canada's first openly gay judge, memoirist, interviewer, and trailblazer. Harvey reflects on his journey from rejection and hardship to the bench, discusses why he believes Canada's justice system needs reform, and shares how his life...
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The Role of the Crown (A Conversation with Meaghan Cunningham)
In this week’s episode, Herman speaks with Meaghan Cunningham, Crown Attorney and one of the prosecutors on the recent Hockey Canada trial. Together, Herman and Meaghan speak about the pressures of working amidst a highly publicized criminal trial, what it really means to serve the public…
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Top 5 Cases of 2024-2025 (with Justice Lorne Sossin)
One of the most popular sessions from OJEN’s Summer Law Institute is now available to all listeners. In this episode, Court of Appeal Justice Lorne Sossin highlights his Top 5 Supreme Court of Canada decisions of the past year, explaining why they matter and what they reveal about the evolving...
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A Conversation with Megan Savard
At the most recent Summer Law Institute, OJEN’s annual flagship professional development event for educators, OJEN-er Jean-Paul Bevilacqua sat down for an in-depth conversation with criminal defence lawyer Megan Savard. In this wide-ranging interview that took place on August 26th, 2025, Megan...
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Learning (and Writing) about the Law: Students' Perspectives
Earlier this year, in partnership with Ontario Tech University, OJEN ran its first annual essay contest asking high school students: What role does law reform play in creating positive social change? In this episode of Law Syrup, we hear from the winners, Zainab, Jal, and Marwa, as they share…
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A Career in Family Law (with Dara Khoeum)
This week on Law Syrup, we finally dive into a much-requested topic: family law. Our guest, Dara Khoeum, family lawyer and friend of host Herman through their work with the Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers (FACL), brings sharp insight and plenty of heart to the conversation. From the path…
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The Teachers Episode (with Marija Apostolovski, Luís Filipe and Matthew Wilks)
What does it take to make law come alive for high school students? In this episode of Law Syrup, Marija Apostolovski, Luís Filipe and Matthew Wilks, three dedicated high-school educators, share what drew them to the profession, how they build engaging classrooms, and the challenges and surprises...
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Tenant Rights in Ontario (with Douglas Kwan)
In this episode, Herman and Douglas Kwan dive into housing law, specifically landlord and tenant rights, responsibilities and resources, and how a Live Aid concert sparked a career in advocacy. Douglas is the Director of Advocacy and Legal Services at ACTO (the Advocacy Centre for Tenants…
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What Is a Gladue Court? (with Justice André Chamberlain, Jonathan Rudin, Emma Haydon & Lysandra Moreno)
Welcome back to Law Syrup! We’re thrilled to kick off a brand-new season filled with engaging conversations, compelling personal stories, and deep dives into a wide range of legal issues. This season, we're bringing you thought-provoking topics and a dynamic lineup of guests who reflect the...
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A Glance Into OJEN's Work (with Ashley Harripersad)
Before we drop our second season full of new interviews and engaging discussions, we wanted to share a little bonus episode profiling some of OJEN's work through the eyes of one of our valued team members, Ashley Harripersad. Hear about the different departments at our organization, the various...
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The Top Five Cases of 2023-2024 (with Professor Sonia Lawrence)
Recorded at the Osgoode Hall in Toronto as part of OJEN’s annual Summer Law Institute, this episode features Professor Sonia Lawrence’s presentation on her picks for the most significant court cases from 2023 to 2024. Highlights include who is considered a “driver” under Ontario law, decisions...
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Journey to Law School (with Daphne Chu & Bronté Anderson)
On this episode, Herman takes a trip down memory lane with his high school friends Daphne Chu (Borden Ladner Gervais LLP) and Bronté Anderson (McGill University Faculty of Law) as they share their experiences heading to law school. Together, they discuss early inspirations, searching for…
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Addressing Inter-Partner & Gender-Based Violence (with Amelia Berot-Burns & Pam Hrick)
Join Herman and special guest host Amelia Berot-Burns for an interview with Pam Hrick from the Women’s Legal Education and Action Fund (LEAF). Please note that this episode features a candid discussion about the barriers and availability of restorative and transformative justice options for…
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How Does Criminal Court Work? (with Justice Mabel Lai)
In this episode, Herman sits down with Justice Mabel Lai from the Ontario Court of Justice to discuss how real-life trials work compared to TV and movies, the underlying humanity of criminal law, being a racialized female lawyer working in the profession, and drag kings performing at dim sum.…
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Justice Journalism (with Professor Janice Tibbetts)
How does the media cover the courts? In this episode, Herman reconnects with his former professor, Janice Tibbetts, as she speaks about her career as a justice reporter, field trips to the Supreme Court of Canada with her students at Carleton University, and how journalists are adapting to a...
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Express Yourself (with Professor Jamie Cameron)
What is "freedom of expression"? In this episode, Herman speaks with Professor Jamie Cameron, a professor emerita at Osgoode Hall Law School and a constitutional scholar who works for the Centre for Free Expression. Prof. Cameron explores Section 2(b) of the Canadian Charter of Rights and…
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Out and Proud! (with Bennett Jensen, Adam Goldenberg & Johanna Macdonald)
Happy Pride! In this episode, Herman hosts a panel discussion about identifying as a 2SLGBTQ+ individual within the legal profession, issues related to respectability, and how to be a better ally. Our panel includes special guests Bennett Jensen (Egale Canada), Adam Goldenberg (McCarthy Tétrault...
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Why Should We Learn About the Law? (with Justice Michelle O’Bonsawin)
In our premiere episode, Herman speaks with Supreme Court Justice Michelle O’Bonsawin on growing up in northern Ontario, behind-the-scenes details of Canada’s highest courthouse, the importance of learning about the law, Beyoncé, and more. We’re open to questions, comments, and ideas! Send them…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Tap into Law Syrup, a podcast series highlighting unique topics in Canadian law through conversations with special guests. Join host Herman Wong as he chats about what’s trending, how to explore tricky subjects, and where to hold space for accountability and growth. Designed for the everyday listener, each episode combines powerful insight with a casual touch. New episodes drop biweekly. Law Syrup is a co-production between Herman Wong, the Ontario Justice Education Network (OJEN), and the Canadian Forum on Civil Justice.
Thank you to The Law Foundation of Ontario for its support.
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Tap into Law Syrup, a podcast series highlighting unique topics in Canadian law through conversations with special guests. Join host Herman Wong as he chats about what’s trending, how to explore tricky subjects, and where to hold space for accountability and growth. Designed for the everyday...
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