The Bar

Season 7, Episode 3 — ‘Law School Dilemmas: Licensed to Advise’ is out now! 🎙️Join our hosts, Lily, Matilda and Aadi as they talk through your law school dilemmas — from all-nighters and study avoidance, to comps stress, productivity delusions and everything in between ⚖️The team also debates the best (and worst) ways to study law in a very serious tier list 📚 and attempts to give advice that is at least somewhat qualified 👀As always, to stay tuned on all things The Bar related, follow us on Instagram on @thebarproductions_

Season 7, Episode 2 - ‘Would You Rather: The President’s Call’ is out now! 🎙️Join our hosts, Lily, Matilda and Aadi as they sit down with Siya, President of the UTS Law Students’ Society, for a chat that covers all things LSS, a few very tough legal would you rathers ⚖️, and the latest in law through The Bar Brief 📰As always, to stay tuned on all things The Bar related, follow us on Instagram on @thebarproductions_ and keep an eye out for updates!

Welcome to a new season of The Bar Productions!Meet our new hosts Lily, Matilda and Aadi! They are so excited to share their stories, experiences and their lore on law with all our listeners!In this episode, the hosts introduce themselves and play a fun law-related game of two truths and a lie. Our hosts also conclude the episode with a new returning segment called 'The Bar Brief', to talk about all things happening in law.We can't wait to have you along for the ride this season!To stay tuned on all things The Bar related, follow us on Instagram on @thebarproductions_.

This week on the pod 🎙️, the tables turn as our hosts step into the defence counsel’s shoes ⚖️ — but not for your usual clients. From mischievous masterminds to misunderstood outlaws, we’re putting some of pop culture’s most notorious villains on trial…

Our hosts take on some...interesting case briefs

🎙️ NEW EPISODE ALERT! 🚨Ever wondered what drives lawyers absolutely insane? In this episode of The Bar, we dive into the ultimate Legal Pet Peeves—from courtroom chaos to mooting mishaps. 💥⚖️PLUS: Our Legalese Battle mini-segment is back! This time, we’re giving everyday situations absurd legal definitions.

Think you know your legal lingo? This week on The Bar, we’re putting our hosts to the test in Legal Buzzwords Explained—where guessing the right definition actually matters. 💡⚖️Watch as our hosts whether those so-called “study hacks” actually useful, or just a waste of time? We’re breaking them down so you don’t have to.

Welcome to Season 6!Exciting News! 🎙️Meet the new voices of The Bar - Zac, Grace, Owen and Akon! We're thrilled to introduce our amazing new hosts, ready to bring fresh perspectives, engaging conversations, and lots of fun, stay tuned for an unforgettable journey ahead

Join our hosts for the very last time as they reflect on the highlights and special moments from this Season! Enjoy!

Season 5, Episode 8 is out now! Join our hosts as they rank shows and media…with a surprise.  Stay tuned for updates!

Join Mel, Sam, Will and Imeelya as they chat with one of our special guests and UTS Law Academic - Ken Wu! Our hosts and Ken talk all things law in practice, LSS Competitions and discuss some absurd laws from around the world. Remember to follow @thebarproductions_ for updates!

Join our hosts as they discuss conspiracy theories! Stay tuned for more episodes and follow @thebarproductions_ for updates!

Join our hosts as the assign the Priestly Eleven their star signs. Make sure you’re following our instagram to stay tuned for all the latest updates!

Join our hosts as they become fashion critics and rate and dissent all sorts of judges outfits, barrister robes and officewear of every sort! Make sure you follow our instagram @thebarproductions_ to stay up to date! Hosts: Imeelya Al-Hadaya, Melissa Dib, Samuel Olliver, William Staber Producer: Rosalia Bautista Executive Producer: Ryan Little

Join Mel, Sam and Imeelya as they meet the President of the UTS LSS - Alec! Listen to hear a new embarrassing story, some fun takes on the LSS and a tier ranking of law student stereotypes. Make sure you’re following @thebarproductions_ for all the latest updates! Hosts: Imeelya Al-Hadaya, Melissa Dib, Sam Olliver Guest: Alec Ramsbottom Producer: Rosalia Bautista Executive Producer: Ryan Little

Join Mel, Will and Sam as they put Imeelya’s legal knowledge to the test and explore unusual laws from around the world! 
 Make sure you’re following @thebarproductions_ for the latest updates. Hosts: Imeelya Al-Hadaya, Melissa Dib, Sam Olliver, William Staber. Producer: Rosalia Bautista. Executive Producer: Ryan Little.

Get ready to meet our new hosts, Mel, Sam, Will and Imeelya as they share embarrassing stories and legal career predictions. Stay tuned for fornightly episodes and lots of exciting things to come! Also, make sure you’re following @thebarproductions_ for the latest updates. Hosts: Imeelya Al-Hadaya, Melissa Dib, Samuel Olliver, William Staber. Producer: Rosalia Bautista. Executive Producer: Ryan Little.

All good things must come to an end, so join Emma and Yasha as they reflect on their time hosting the podcast and hear from all our guests for one last time. Bye!

This week Emma and Yasha chat with activist, academic and human rights lawyer, Rosemary Kayess, about where the law falls short of supporting people with disabilities and what you can do to help make a difference. Also, make sure you’re following our Instagram page @thebarproductions_ to stay up to date!

Tune in for our tenth episode this year to hear from Nicholas Cowdery about the morals and high-profile prosecutions involved with being the NSW DPP. Interview: (02:00) Drug-law reform: (29:00) Assisted dying: (41:00) Guest: Nicholas Cowdery Hosts: Emma Gaston and Yasha Boele Executive Producer: Peter Markopolous Producer: Ryan Little

Does your workplace make your employment relationship is handled correctly? Ever wondered where you can draw the line with your employer? Catch up with Emma and Yasha, as they chat with Professor Joellen Riley Munton about your rights as a worker and how they are protected.

(CW: mental health, suicide, LGBTQIA+ hate crimes). This week Emma and Yasha chat with Nicholas Stewart about how he advocates for the LGBTQIA+ community whilst also managing a successful legal career. Hear Nick’s tips on how students can get involved and how he finds the courage to fight for his beliefs. Also, make sure you’re following our Instagram page @thebarproductions_ to stay up to date! Interview: (03:18) Guest: Nicholas Stewart (Partner, Dowson Turco Lawyers) Hosts: Emma Gaston and Yasha Boele Executive Producer: Peter Markopoulos Producer: Ryan Little

This week Emma and Yasha catch up with Natasha Madan and our old friend Kurt Cheng from Ashurst to talk about everyday life in a top-tier firm! Also, make sure you’re following our Instagram page @thebarproductions_ to stay up to date!

Come hang out with Emma and Yasha this week as they catch up with Jessica Xie and Brae Aslanidis from Herbert Smith Freehills, who answer all your questions about leaving uni and transitioning into legal practice! Also, make sure you’re following our Instagram page @thebarproductions_ to stay up to date! Interview: (01:50) Hosts: Emma Gaston and Yasha Boele Guest : Jessica Xie and Brae Aslanidis (Herbert Smith Freehills) Producer: Ryan Little Executive Producer: Peter Markopoulos

The podcast is going international! Join Emma and Yasha as they chat with Shika Hedge and Andrew Holzman from White and Case, about international opportunities working in a global law firm. Also, make sure you’re following our Instagram page @thebarproductions_ to stay up to date! Interview: (01:35) Hosts: Emma Gaston and Yasha Boele Guests: Shika Hedge (Associate, White and Case) and Andrew Holzman (Associate, White and Case) Producer: Ryan Little Executive Producer: Peter Markopoulos

This week Emma and Yasha are joined by Alexandra Rees and Tiffany Tirtabudi from Montgomery Advisory to break down all the myths of working in a law firm that you’ve been wondering about! Also, make sure you’re following our Instagram page @thebarproductions_ to stay up to date!

Join Emma and Yasha as they catch up with Prof. Larissa Behrendt AO to discuss the Voice, Jumbunna Institute, studying law at Harvard and much more. Also, make sure you’re following our Instagram page @thebarproductions_ to stay up to date! Interview: (04:10)

This week Emma and Yasha catch up with Mel Scott, aka TheInHouseLawyer, as she gives some upfront career advice, talks about working as an inhouse lawyer and being a legal influencer. Interview with Mel Scott: (04:40) Hosts: Emma Gaston, Yasha Boele. Producer: Ryan Little. Executive Producer: Peter Markopoulos. Make sure you are following our Instagram page @thebarproductions_ to stay up to date!

We are back for Season 4! Get to know our new hosts, Emma and Yasha, as they talk student confessions with the Dean of Law, Professor Anita Stuhmcke and LSS president Georgina Hedge. Interview with Georgina Hedge, LSS President: (19:28) Interview with Professor Anita Stuhmcke, Dean of Law: (36:33) Hosts: Emma Gaston, Yasha Boele. Producer: Ryan Little. Executive Producer: Peter Markopoulos.

Join our hosts for the FINAL EPISODE of Season 3, where they recap some of the highlights from 2022!

Looking for a new podcast recommendation? Join our hosts as they chat to David Turner, host of Hearsay Podcast and co-founder of Lext Australia, on all things legal innovation.

Join Blake and Parinaa as they chat to Gillian Davidson, a partner at Sparke Helmore, about life at the firm, its commercial insurance practice, and its focus on diversity and inclusion.

Curious about what happens after law school, or the steps you’ll need to take to be admitted as a lawyer? Join Blake and Parinaa as they chat to the College of Law on all things practical legal training.

Join our hosts as they chat with Minna Boyle, Head of People and Culture at Sprintlaw, about life at an online law firm, the benefits and challenges of operating digitally, and the future of the legal services industry with the rise of technology.

Wondering how to apply and campaign to join the UTS LSS Council in 2023? Join our hosts as they chat to the LSS’ President, Erika Serrano, on how to stand out this upcoming election season.

Curious about the laws that govern the Arctic and Antarctica? Looking to study the UTS Law elective ‘The Law of the Sea’? Join Blake and Parinaa as they chat to Dr David Leary on how the legal system works to protect marine life.

Looking to pursue a career in media and entertainment law? Join our hosts as they chat to Thomson Geer Partner Marlia Saunders on all things media, intellectual property, privacy and defamation law!

Join our hosts as they chat to Senior Lecturer Dr Harry Hobbs on recognising Indigenous sovereignty and the importance of including a First Nations voice in the Australian Constitution.

Want to learn how to stand out to a recruiter? Join Blake and Parinaa as they chat to global legal search and recruitment company Montgomery Advisory on how to nail the application and interview process for your dream career!

The Bar is back for Spring Session! Join Parinaa and our brand new host, Blake, as they chat all things LSS for the upcoming semester. From Junior Skills Competitions to the highly-anticipated Law Ball, this is an episode you won’t want to miss!

Worried about the fast approaching clerkship season? Join our hosts as they chat to Emil Obaid and Ellie Flannery from Clayton Utz. Tune in to hear Emil and Elli’s clerkship application tips and why they chose Clayton Utz!

Want to know more about Herbert Smith Freehills and its clerkship program? Join our hosts as they chat to Sebastian Davies-Mills and Hawa Mohammad, both in the firm’s disputes team, to hear about their clerkship experience and tips and tricks for the application process. In addition, tune into a very special bonus episode in which HSF partners Kate Cahill and Sue Gilchrist offer some invaluable words of wisdom!

Want to know more about Herbert Smith Freehills and its clerkship program? Join our hosts as they chat to Sebastian Davies-Mills and Hawa Mohammad, both in the firm’s disputes team, to hear about their clerkship experience and tips and tricks for the application process. In addition, tune into a very special bonus episode in which HSF partners Kate Cahill and Sue Gilchrist offer some invaluable words of wisdom!

Join us for our final episode this semester, where Brayden and Parinaa chat to Chris Croese, an academic at the UTS Faculty of Law.

Now that the exam season is approaching, Brayden and Parinaa are here to answer your questions about the busy period ahead. Tune in and listen to some great exam tips and tricks.

Want to know more about Ashurst and their Clekship program? Join Brayden and Parinaa as they chat to Cammie Rice who works as a Law Graduate at Ashurst. Tune in to hear Cammie’s Clerkship application tips and why she chose Ashurst!

Join Brayden and Parinaa as they chat to Brett Oaten, Principal Solicitor at Brett Oaten Solicitors. Brett’s clientele includes the likes of The Kid Laroi, Guy Sebastian, Anh Do, Jessica Mauboy, Lorde, Amy Shark and Gang of Youths, just to name a few.

This week, Brayden and Parinaa interview one of the most esteemed members of the legal industry, the Honourable Michael Kirby AC CMG.

This week Brayden and Parinaa reveal your funniest university stories. Join us for a lighthearted episode with plenty of relatable stories.

Join our hosts Brayden and Parinaa, as they talk to Louise Mallon, the Treasurer of the Women Lawyers Association of NSW.