Best Ruleoflaw Podcasts (2025)

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Can You Smack a Child? What the Law Says in the UK. 23:17

28d ago23:17

23:17

Research shows that smacking a child can be physically and emotionally damaging and it’s not an effective way to discipline them. In some parts of the UK, such as Scotland and Wales, smacking a child is against the law, even if you’re just visiting. But in England and Northern Ireland, the law is different - parents can still claim a defence of ‘re…

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Does the law protect young online influencers? 24:04

2M ago24:04

24:04

WARNING: Adults might want to listen to this episode before listening with young children, as we mention the words self-harm, suicide, and eating disorders in the context of examples of harmful online content. What are the legal implications for young people becoming influencers online? What happens if brands offer them sponsorship deals? These act…

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Shifting Migration Trends in the Americas 26:23

3M ago26:23

26:23

In this episode of Plaza Central, host Benjamin Gedan, director of the Wilson Center’s Latin America Program, is joined by Wilson Center fellow Molly O'Toole to discuss the migration crisis in the Western Hemisphere. From asylum seekers navigating treacherous routes to shifting enforcement strategies under the new US administration, their conversat…

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Can rivers and forests have legal rights? 27:37

3M ago27:37

27:37

There are laws which are supposed to protect our environment, but they haven’t stopped pollution and the destruction of the natural world. So, some rivers and forests gave been granted enforceable legal rights to stop this habitat destruction. Alma-Constance and Lucinda discussed this with one of the co-founders of the Lawyers for Nature organisati…

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The Summit of the Americas Turns 30 17:50

4M ago17:50

17:50

In this episode of Plaza Central, host Benjamin Gedan, director of the Wilson Center’s Latin America Program, is joined by Rep. Sidney Kamlager-Dove of California, a co-sponsor of the Summit of the Americas Act, to discuss the past, present, and future of this hemispheric gathering.

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Did you know that ten year old children can treated as criminals in this country? 30:44

4M ago30:44

30:44

That's right... the age of criminal responsibility for children in England & Wales is only 10 years old! This is the lowest age in Europe and one of the lowest worldwide. Alma- Constance and Lucinda talk to Kirsty Brimelow KC, an expert in international human rights, public and criminal law and recently elected Vice Chair of the Bar Council for 202…

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A look back at Series 4 6:50

5M ago6:50

6:50

In this episode, Alma-Constance and Lucinda look back at Series 4 where they've been talking to people working in the legal system who explain how laws affect us in everyday life, particularly for children and young people. The 12 episodes cover: the new Online Safety Act, alternative ways to resolve disputes, and why the Old Bailey is so famous, h…

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A Regional Approach to Fighting Organized Crime in Latin Americ 24:00

5M ago24:00

24:00

In this episode of Plaza Central, guest host Catherine Osborn explores a new Latin America security initiative involving 18 countries, the Inter-American Development Bank, and Interpol. Katherine Aguirre of the Igarapé Institute and Joana Monteiro of the Getulio Vargas Foundation discuss how regional cooperation could help the fight against organiz…

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Latin America in 2024 18:25

6M ago18:25

18:25

In this year-end episode of Plaza Central, host Benjamin Gedan, director of the Wilson Center’s Latin America Program, is joined by analyst James Bosworth to review a consequential year for Latin America that saw a peaceful transfer of power in Guatemala, Brazil’s presidency of the G20, record migration, and the troubling rise of organized crime. B…

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All about Inquiries 22:19

7M ago22:19

22:19

After a major tragedy, public inquiries look at what happened, why it happened, and who is to blame, and what could be done to prevent this happening again. One of the most notorious is the Post Office Horizon IT inquiry, where many innocent people were falsely accused of crimes. Alma and Lucinda spoke to Flora Page, a barrister at 23 Essex Street …

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Why is the Old Bailey the most famous criminal court in England and Wales? 24:47

8M ago24:47

24:47

The Old Bailey is the nickname for the court that hears the most serious criminal cases in England and Wales. Alma and Lucinda spoke to Her Honour, Judge Anuja Dhir KC, the first non-white judge to be appointed. She tells us: about her role as a judge and what it's like to work in such a historic court how children and young people are involved in …

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President Biden’s Trip to South America 23:21

8M ago23:21

23:21

In this episode of Plaza Central, host Benjamin Gedan, Director of the Wilson Center’s Latin America Program, discusses President Biden’s trip to South America with Brian Nichols, Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs. As his term comes to an end, Biden’s journey to the Amazon, the APEC summit in Lima, Peru, and the G20 summit…

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Backlash: A Conversation with Macarena Sáez on Feminism in Latin America 29:23

8M ago29:23

29:23

Host Beatriz García Nice, an associate at the Wilson Center's Latin America Program, interviews Macarena Sáez, executive director of the Women's Rights Division at Human Rights Watch, to explore the state of women's rights in Latin America. They discuss the backlash against feminism, in the context of populism and democratic decline, but also the r…

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How does the law impact children when someone dies? 21:10

9M ago21:10

21:10

WARNING: This episode mentions death and dying in the context of the legal implications of death. We know that law affects us during our lives but what happens when we die to all our things social media accounts even our pets? And how are children affected? Alma and Lucinda talk to Melinda Giles, the Head of the Private Client and Court of Protecti…

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Freed from Nicaragua 16:09

9M ago16:09

16:09

This month, Nicaraguan strongman Daniel Ortega released 135 political prisoners, including students and religious leaders. The United States played a key role in facilitating their resettlement in Guatemala. Host Benjamin Gedan is joined by Eric Jacobstein, deputy assistant secretary in the State Department's Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs, a…

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Online Safety Act - what is being done to keep children safe online 26:08

10M ago26:08

26:08

Adults might want to listen to this episode before listening with young children, as we mention the words self-harm, suicide, and eating disorders in the context of examples of harmful online content. The new Act aims to protect young people from harmful content online and puts new obligations on online platforms to make them more responsible for t…

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Law, Tech and How It Affects Kids As They Grow Up. 26:12

10M ago26:12

26:12

At the Future Lawyer UK Conference, co-host Alma-Constance interviews Richard Susskind on Law, Tech and How It Affects Kids As They Grow Up. In this special interview, questions such as how AI will affect how laws are drafted will be explored! Professor Richard Susskind OBE KC (Hon) is half-lawyer, half-technologist. He has written 10 books and his…

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Edmundo González and Venezuela’s High-Stakes Election 14:53

11M ago14:53

14:53

Ambassador Mark Green, president and CEO of the Wilson Center, interviews Edmundo González, Venezuela’s opposition presidential candidate, ahead of the July 28, 2024 election. González shares his vision for the country’s future and discusses the challenges of opposing an authoritarian regime and the hopes for democratic change.…

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How can laws protect creative works? 28:46

12M ago28:46

28:46

If you write a song, create music or a fantastic invention, what can you do if someone copies your hard work? Alma- Constance and Lucinda speak to His Honour Judge Richard Hacon, Presiding Judge of the Intellectual Property Enterprise Court, known as IPEC. He tells us · That creative works, inventions and designs can be legal protected by intellect…

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Do you have to go to court to resolve disputes? 27:30

1y ago27:30

27:30

Going to court can be lengthy, expensive and leave people feeling dissatisfied with the outcome. Alma- Constance and Lucinda speak to Frederick Way who is a Senior Dispute Resolution Consultant, Mediator and Trainer the Centre for Effective Dispute Resolution (CEDR). He tells us · the alternative ways to resolve disputes · How mediation works · How…

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What is the role of ethics in law? 23:49

1+ y ago23:49

23:49

What does ethics mean and why is it so important in the legal system and can it ensure that lawyers can be trusted? Alma- Constance and Lucinda speak to Richard Moorhead, Professor of Law and Professional Ethics at the University of Exeter Law School and Honorary Professor of Law at UCL. He is also a member of the Horizon Compensation Advisory Boar…

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A look back at 3 Years of Kids Law! 25:02

1+ y ago25:02

25:02

Alma-Constance and Lucinda take a look back at the top 5 episodes over the 3 year lifespan of Kids Law podcast. This episodes features: - former Lord Chief Justice, Lord Burnett, the most downloaded episode - former head of the Department of Public Prosecutions, Sir Max Hill KC, the most publicised episode across media - former president of the UK …

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El Salvador’s ‘Tropical Gulag’ 25:28

1+ y ago25:28

25:28

El Salvador’s popular and controversial president, Nayib Bukele, has won a second term. Host Benjamin Gedan is joined by Noah Bullock, executive director of the human rights organization Cristosal, to discuss the future of El Salvador, including the crackdown on criminal gangs and its implications for the rule of law.…

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How to practice law without going to university. 22:26

1+ y ago22:26

22:26

Did you know that you don’t have to go to university to become a lawyer? Some 17,000 people have been trained to become chartered legal executives (CILEX lawyers) who are fully qualified legal professionals. Alma-Constance and Lucinda spoke to Emma Davies the CILEX President who tells us about: The different schemes to train as a paralegal, legal e…

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La ruta hacia la inclusión digital en Ecuador 36:00

1+ y ago36:00

36:00

En este episodio de Plaza Central, la exministra ecuatoriana Vianna Maino habla sobre los avances y la hoja de ruta pendiente para construir una Ecuador digital inclusivo, los programas implementados hasta ahora, y las políticas tecnológicas que se requieren para cerrar la brecha digital, expandir la conectividad en áreas rurales y convertir el acc…

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Guatemala’s ‘Democratic Spring’ 10:57

1+ y ago10:57

10:57

With corruption fighter Bernardo Arévalo finally in office, Latin America Program Global Fellow Catherine Osborn speaks with Guatemalan human rights lawyer Alfredo Ortega about the challenges the new president is facing as he attempts to implement his ambitious reform agenda.

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Latin America in 2024 15:05

1+ y ago15:05

15:05

Latin America Program Director Benjamin Gedan interviews global fellow James Bosworth about his predictions for 2024. They discuss Mexico’s presidential election, Argentina’s economy, and the outlook for Bernardo Arévalo’s first year in office in Guatemala.

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How law centres tackle the causes of poverty and inequality in our communities 22:30

1+ y ago22:30

22:30

Getting legal advice can be very expensive and many people can't afford it. Law centres are based in local communities to give free legal advice and assistance with social welfare problems such as homelessness, advice about welfare benefits and employment and immigration issues. Alma-Constance and Lucinda talk to Franck Kiangala, Director and Immig…

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What’s the difference between civil liberties and human rights? 26:51

1+ y ago26:51

26:51

The UK signed the European Convention on Human Rights, which covers both human rights and civil liberties, and it is part of our law. But how are they different? Alma-Constance and Lucinda talk to Shami Chakrabarti CBE, PC who sits in the House of Lords and is a human rights activist. She tells us: · how civil liberties and human rights work to pro…

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Is the King above the law? 22:43

1+ y ago22:43

22:43

In May 2023, King Charles III was crowned as the new monarch for the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth. Part of his role, every year, the monarch is invited to open the new parliamentary session - and, this November, King Charles III is opening Parliament for the first time as King. Alma-Constance and Lucinda talk to Sir John Baker, an English le…

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How human rights can be used to protect children and promote equality. 26:04

1+ y ago26:04

26:04

Human rights are for everyone, but some groups do not get access to them equally. Why is this and what can be done? Alma-Constance and Lucinda talk to Sultana Tafadar KC and her 11 year old daughter Safiyah, who tell us about their work and why they set up the Girls Human Rights Hub and: · why Sultana chose to work as a human rights lawyer. · how h…

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What we learnt in Series 3 7:21

2y ago7:21

7:21

In this round up episode, we look back at Series 3 in which we discuss how law affects children and young people and why it's important that we all understand how the legal system works. We have discussed how laws are involved with: · artificial intelligence that can affect how we think and form our views · how the NSPCC and ICO work to help keep c…

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How the ICO works to protect children online 24:20

2y ago24:20

24:20

How are children protected online and who is responsible for enforcing this? Alma-Constance and Lucinda talk to Emily Keaney, Deputy Commissioner Regulatory Policy at the Information Commissioner’s Office who tells us: · About her role and the work of ICO · the impact of the Children’s Code developed to protect children · the ICO’s involvement with…

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Voces en Peligro 40:12

2y ago40:12

40:12

En esta edición especial del podcast Plaza Central del Programa Latinoamericano del Wilson Center, la corresponsal de CNN en Español, Bertha Michelle Mendoza, conversa con los periodistas centroamericanos Wendy Funes, Juan Lorenzo Holmann y Héctor Silva sobre las amenazas a la libertad de expresión en la región y los crecientes obstáculos para su l…

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What does an MP do? 27:46

2y ago27:46

27:46

What does an MP do when they are in government and in opposition and what is the role of law in politics.? In this episode Lucinda and Alma-Constance talk to Alma’s local MP, Karen Buck a member of the Labour Party who has been a politician for over 25 years and was part of the Labour government, working at the Department for Transport. Karen tells…

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Who gives the government legal advice about its laws? 18:58

2y ago18:58

18:58

MPs vote to create or amend new laws in Parliament but how do they know who gives the government legal advice about the laws it wants to introduce, how they're written and then put into operation. Alma- Constance and Lucinda ask Susanna McGibbon, the government's most senior legal official in the civil service and permanent secretary of the governm…

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Partido Colorado, el Oficialismo y la Oposición 24:01

2y ago24:01

24:01

En este episodio de Plaza Central, Beatriz García Nice plática con Estela Ruíz Díaz, analista política y periodista paraguaya de Radio Monumental y el periódico Última Hora, sobre las recientes elecciones presidenciales en Paraguay.

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Why are Children’s Rights in Scotland the Strongest in the UK? 28:08

2y ago28:08

28:08

Why has Scotland given children the strongest rights in the UK? Alma- Constance and Lucinda ask Bruce Adamson, the Children and Young People's Commissioner Scotland. He tells us: · How he works with his team to promote and safeguard the rights of everyone in Scotland up to the age of 18. · About the three laws he wanted to change to raise the age o…

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What is the Rule of Law and why is it important? 28:55

2+ y ago28:55

28:55

It sounds right that the law should be applied equally to everyone – but what does this mean and what does it need to work properly? Alma- Constance and Lucinda ask Abiodun Michael Olatokun, trustee at the Law for Life Organization, past head of public and youth engagement, diversity officer and research leader for the citizen and rule of law at th…

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Seiscientos once días en las sombras 8:42

2+ y ago8:42

8:42

In this episode of the Latin American Program’s Plaza Central podcast, Juan Sebastián Chamorro, a Nicaraguan economist and opposition leader imprisoned by Daniel Ortega for 611 days, recounts his time in El Chipote prison, his sudden release and arrival in the United States, and the future of Nicaragua’s opposition movement.…

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Why we have juries and are they a good thing? 28:49

2+ y ago28:49

28:49

Why we have juries and are they a good thing? Each year about 200,000 people undertake jury service, and they play a vital role in deciding the facts and evidence in trials and inquests. Recently, Lucinda was a juror and Alma-Constance asks about her experience and we talk to Professor Leslie Thomas KC about why it is so important for ordinary peop…

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Who makes the law and what do animal skins have to do with Acts! 29:24

2+ y ago29:24

29:24

We must obey the law whether we know about it or not! In this episode, Alma-Constance and Lucinda ask Dr. Mari Takayanagi, historian, author, and the senior Parliamentary Archivist - part of a team which manages the more than 4 million historic records going back more than 500 years at the House of Commons and the House of Lords. Mari tells us: · A…

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When can children consent to medical treatment? 18:31

2+ y ago18:31

18:31

In this episode, Alma-Constance and Lucinda ask about when children can make decisions about medical treatment and why sometimes a court is involved. They talk to Imogen Goold, Professor of Medical Law at St Anne's College Oxford university and Gresham visiting professor, as she is an expert in the area of how doctors and parents talk to children a…

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What is a constitution and how does it work? 21:02

2+ y ago21:02

21:02

How does our the constitution work to controls those with power over citizens and make sure governments act properly? Alma-Constance and Lucinda talk to leading human rights barrister, Adam Wagner of Doughty Street Chambers who he has written a new book called ‘Emergency State’ which looks at the way that lockdown laws during the pandemic were made…

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South America’s Lithium and the Race to Go Green 28:36

2+ y ago28:36

28:36

In this episode of Plaza Central, guest host Patricia I. Vásquez speaks with Benchmark Mineral Intelligence Executive Editor Henry Sanderson about his new book “Volt Rush: The Winners and Losers in the Race to Go Green,” the prominent role of China in the lithium value chain, the unique opportunities that the U.S. Inflation Reduction Act offers for…

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A national strategy for civil justice: Going beyond the known 38:17

2+ y ago38:17

38:17

In episode no. 90, my guest is Bridgette Toy-Cronin, Director, Civil Justice Centre, Co-Director, Otago Centre for Law and Society and Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Law, University of Otago. We cover: The access to justice issues in Aotearoa New Zealand; Key aims of the ‘Wayfinding for civil justice’ project; How the project commenced at the start of…

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Why it is important to challenge organisations with power 25:36

2+ y ago25:36

25:36

**WARNING – this episodes mentions the Manchester bomb attack, self-harm and death in the context of inquests** Why do some people need to bring legal challenges against the police; and why it is important for people to be able to challenge organisations with power? In this episode, Alma- Constance and Lucinda speak to Christian Weaver, a barrister…

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Guyana Oil Rush 23:23

2+ y ago23:23

23:23

In this episode of Plaza Central, host Benjamin Gedan speaks with U.S. Ambassador to Guyana Sarah-Ann Lynch about the role of the United States in helping Guyana maximize the economic development opportunities from its rapidly expanding energy sector while strengthening its democratic institutions.

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From startup to acquisition – one family lawyer's journey of innovation 44:54

2+ y ago44:54

44:54

In episode no. 89 my guest is Fiona Kirkman, CEO and co-founder of FamilyProperty. We cover: The functionality of expert system FamilyProperty that Fiona and her co-founder (husband!) Tim developed; The journey of FamilyProperty from an idea to MVP, to market, to acquisition; The integration of FamilyProperty with global practice management softwar…

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Pretty Peso: Impacts of U.S. and European Monetary Policy in Latin America 14:36

2+ y ago14:36

14:36

In this episode of Plaza Central, host Benjamin Gedan speaks with Alejo Czerwonko, chief investment officer for emerging markets in the Americas at UBS, and Gabriela Soní, chief investment officer for Mexico at UBS, about the impacts in Latin America of rapidly rising interest rates in the United States and Europe.…

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