In this episode Rishi Gulati is in conversation with ‪Constantine Michalopoulos on the World Trade Organisation (WTO) and developing countries, including challenges to the regime.

Constantine Michalopoulos is a trade and development expert having worked in this area for more than 50 years. He has previously advised the WTO and the World Bank, and has written several books and articles of note.

The challenges facing the World Trade Organization | Guest ‪Constantine Michalopoulos

In this episode, Rishi Gulati is in conversation with Professor John Swinson on the impact of AI on the legal profession and on legal education. Jon Swinson is based at the TC Beirne School of Law at the University of Queensland, and possesses qualifications in computer science and law. He has been a partner in a major law firm, and as an arbitrator for WIPO decided over 650 disputes regarding the ownership of domain names.

CHAT GPT, BARD and their impact on the legal profession | Guest Prof John Swinson

In this episode, Rishi Gulati is in conversation with Professor Andreas Stephan. Andreas Stephan is a Professor in Competition Law at the University of East Anglia Law School and a leading expert in the field. The discussion considers whether the UK’s Subsidy Control Act 2022 helps the Levelling Up agenda? Now that the rubber has hit the road post-Brexit, this is a highly timely discussion. In addition to the features of the new subsidy control regime in the UK, the conversation also touches on related issues, including the WTO regime, EU State Aid rules, as well as the US Inflation Reduction Act.

Is the UK’s Subsidy Control Act 2022 helping the Levelling Up agenda? | Professor Andreas Stephan

In this episode, Rishi Gulati is in conversation with Raffael Fasel and Sean Butler on the topic of animal rights. Raffael Fasel and Sean Butler co-founded the Cambridge Centre for Animal Rights Law. Their book Animal Rights Law (Hart, 2023) is the first text book on the issue in the world. The discussion traverses a range of topics, including current framework on animal protection, animal rights, legal personality, and the future of the field. This is a must listen for all those interested in this area.

Exploring Animal Rights Law | Guests: Dr Raffael Fasel and Dr Sean Butler

In this episode, Rishi Gulati is in conversation with Professor Jaemin  Lee who is currently Professor of Law at Seoul National University.

Professor Lee has previously worked for the Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs as well as a law firm in Washington DC. Amongst other publications, he is the author of Artificial Intelligence and International Law (Brill, 2022). This podcast focuses on all aspects of artificial intelligence and international law, covering a range of issues including the risks AI creates, definitional issues, legal personality, liability, need for international regulatory responses, and importance of protecting the interests of developing countries.

Artificial Intelligence and International Law | Guest: Professor Jaemin Lee

Tyndall Centre PhD researcher Millie Prosser and Friends of The Earth Lawyer and PhD researcher Acland Bryant are joined by the renowned environmental lawyer David Wolfe KC and Norwich-based climate litigator Dr Andrew Boswell, to discuss their current case in the Court of Appeal. Their case challenges government decision-making on three large road infrastructure projects for failing to include a cumulative assessment of GHG emissions. Through the lens of this case the podcast considers the role and legitimacy of climate litigation in the UK, the significance of climate-related judicial review cases and citizen routes to scrutiny and accountability of government decision-making. Asking what climate litigation cases such as Andrew’s can achieve, directly or indirectly, within the UK’s current climate governance framework.

With thanks to Andrew's whole legal team; Lewis Hadler and Matthew McFeeley from Richard Buxtons solicitors, Ben Mitchell and Peter Lockley of 11 King's Bench Walk chambers, and of course, David Wolfe, KC, from Matrix chambers.

Opportunities and limitations in UK climate change litigation: The Boswell case

Today's podcast is a recording of the launch of the Elgar Companion to the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law which took place on 14 December 2023. This volume is co-edited by Rishi Gulati, Thomas John and Ben Koehler. Hosted by Rishi Gulati, the session commences with the launch of this book by Ms Anna Joubin-Bret.  Ms Joubin-Bret is the Secretary of the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law, and Director at the International Trade Law Division of the Office of Legal Affairs at the United Nations. The session also has remarks by the editors about the project, as well as from several contributors to this book.

https://www.e-elgar.com/shop/gbp/the-elgar-companion-to-uncitral-9781803924533.html

Launch of the Elgar Companion to the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law

In this episode, Rishi Gulati is in conversation with Dr Hansong Li about the intellectual history of the Indo-Pacific, a concept that has gained much currency in recent times. Hansong Li is a political theorist and historian based at Harvard University and the Berlin-Potsdam Research Group - "International Rule of Law - Rise or Decline?". Dr Li has a BA from the University of Chicago, M.Phil from the University of Cambridge and did his PhD at Harvard. The conversation touches on the origins of the notion of the Indo-Pacific discussing the role of Karl Haushofer, as well as a focus on the modern incarnation of the term. The discussion also considers initiatives such as China’s Belt and Road Initiative, as well as the Quad which consists of the US, India, Japan and Australia.

The Indo-Pacific: The history & current political climate of the Indo-Pacific with Dr. Hansong Li

In this episode, Rishi Gulati is in conversation with Dr. Nikos Skoutaris on accommodating secession within the EU Constitutional Order. Dr. Skoutaris is an Associate Professor in European Union Law at the University of East Anglia, holding a PhD from the European University Institute. He has an extensive background, including roles as a Post-doctoral Fellow at the University of Tilburg, an Assistant Professor at Maastricht University, and a Senior Research Fellow at the London School of Economics. The conversation explores secession and its ties to the right to self-determination, the conditions under which secession might be allowed in international law, the domestic law prerequisites for secession, and, importantly, the scenarios in which the EU constitutional order might permit a seceding state's admission into the EU. For further insights, Nikos Skoutaris's paper on this topic can be accessed at https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=4634365

State Secession: With Dr Nikos Skoutaris and Dr Rishi Gulati

In this episode, Rishi Gulati is in conversation with London-based singer and song-writer, voice coach, and yoga teacher, Kate Lister. Kate Lister is a graduate of the Guildhall School of Music and has been performing and recording professionally for over 20 years. She is also a voice Coach having worked in a range of individual and group settings. The discussion focuses on a variety of themes of relevance to all members of the legal profession and beyond, touching on presentation skills, tips on voice projection that can be readily implemented (including a discussion about gender stereotypes), connecting with an audience, and mindfulness. 

More information about Kate’s work is herehttps://www.misskatelister.com/

Presentation & Voice Tips for Law: Dr. Rishi Gulati and guest Kate Lister

In this episode, Rishi Gulati is in conversation with guest William Rook who is Deputy Chief Executive & Chief Operating Officer at the Centre for Sport and Human Rights. William Rook is a lawyer and business and human rights expert having developed and lead initiatives to promote responsible business practices in emerging sectors around the world. The discussion focuses on the applicability of business and human rights principles to sports governance, impact of mega events on human rights, the role NGOs can play in enhancing human rights frameworks in sport, tips for establishing NGOs in the business and human rights sector, as well as ideas for interested individuals and students to get involved in the sports and human rights field.

Sports, Business Ethics, and Human Rights | Guest: William Rook

The University of East Anglia (UEA) Law School is a highly respected and innovative law school located in Norwich, England. Established in 1977, the Law School has a rich history of providing high-quality legal education to students from around the world.

https://www.uea.ac.uk/web/about/law-school/research/research-blog

The challenges facing the World Trade Organization | Guest ‪Constantine Michalopoulos

UEA Law School

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