60 acast.com <![CDATA[The Inner Temple Movers & Returners Podcast]]> https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/the-inner-temple-movers-returners-podcast en The Inner Temple Legal, Law, Inner Temple, Barristers, Barrister The Inner Temple Support and practical advice for barristers navigating change with confidence Welcome to The Inner Temple Movers & Returners Podcast, a dedicated space for barristers planning, managing, or returning from a break in practice, as well as those transferring between practice areas or Chambers.

 

Hosted by Inner Temple practitioners, each episode features guests with expertise and lived experience in moving and returning. Together, they share practical guidance, professional insights, and trusted resources to help you make confident career moves. From retention strategies to tips for a smooth return, you’ll hear advice designed to sustain your practice and support your professional wellbeing.

 

Episodes are released on the first Tuesday of every month, giving you a regular touchpoint for guidance, encouragement, and actionable steps.

 

Subscribe now to gain the support and community you need to thrive and succeed at every step of your journey at the Bar.

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]]> Welcome to The Inner Temple Movers & Returners Podcast, a dedicated space for barristers planning, managing, or returning from a break in practice, as well as those transferring between practice areas or Chambers.

 

Hosted by Inner Temple practitioners, each episode features guests with expertise and lived experience in moving and returning. Together, they share practical guidance, professional insights, and trusted resources to help you make confident career moves. From retention strategies to tips for a smooth return, you’ll hear advice designed to sustain your practice and support your professional wellbeing.

 

Episodes are released on the first Tuesday of every month, giving you a regular touchpoint for guidance, encouragement, and actionable steps.

 

Subscribe now to gain the support and community you need to thrive and succeed at every step of your journey at the Bar.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> false The Inner Temple info+6925d7f9e85b4ee0f9ce4463@mg-eu.acast.com 6925d7f9e85b4ee0f9ce4463 the-inner-temple-movers-returners-podcast episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/6925d7f9e85b4ee0f9ce4463/1764326291331-c6d6f2d6-bf05-4227-b911-6434696bb26f.jpeg https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/the-inner-temple-movers-returners-podcast <![CDATA[The Inner Temple Movers & Returners Podcast]]> 76282b20-ca4a-11f0-bca2-75bfbac8ced9 Advocacy unpacked: Developing your skills at the Bar Advocacy unpacked: Developing your skills at the Bar Tue, 07 Apr 2026 03:04:00 GMT 20:13 69d0266bf44b357ce9ba63d7 false https://www.innertemple.org.uk/podcast/ 69d0266bf44b357ce9ba63d7 6925d7f9e85b4ee0f9ce4463 Returning to advocacy with confidence – and the training that can help. full 1 5 In this episode, we hear about the experience of both taking an unplanned break from the Bar and moving Chambers, and the loss of confidence in oral advocacy that can follow. We explore what it feels like to return after time away, the practical steps that can help rebuild advocacy skills, and the value of seeking structured support. We also learn about the advocacy training available for established practitioners at the Inner Temple, including opportunities to refresh, strengthen and continue developing advocacy skills throughout practice.


NEXT EPISODE TO LISTEN TO

Unplanned – Navigating the unexpected at the Bar


RESOURCES

Inner Temple Website


ABOUT YOUR HOST

Bibi Badejo is a family practitioner who appears in cases covering a wide range of challenging and sensitive matters, including non-accidental injuries, fabricated or induced illness, and sexual and physical abuse. Bibi is also a recognised leader in advocacy training nationally and internationally. She is an accredited advocacy trainer at the Inner Temple (teacher trainer level); has trained trial lawyers from over 20 countries as founder of The Advocacy Coach; and has her own internationally acclaimed podcast, The Advocacy Podcast.


CONTACT

Karen Taylor, Head of Teaching & Learning, The Honourable Society of the Inner Temple, education@innertemple.org.uk

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]]> In this episode, we hear about the experience of both taking an unplanned break from the Bar and moving Chambers, and the loss of confidence in oral advocacy that can follow. We explore what it feels like to return after time away, the practical steps that can help rebuild advocacy skills, and the value of seeking structured support. We also learn about the advocacy training available for established practitioners at the Inner Temple, including opportunities to refresh, strengthen and continue developing advocacy skills throughout practice.


NEXT EPISODE TO LISTEN TO

Unplanned – Navigating the unexpected at the Bar


RESOURCES

Inner Temple Website


ABOUT YOUR HOST

Bibi Badejo is a family practitioner who appears in cases covering a wide range of challenging and sensitive matters, including non-accidental injuries, fabricated or induced illness, and sexual and physical abuse. Bibi is also a recognised leader in advocacy training nationally and internationally. She is an accredited advocacy trainer at the Inner Temple (teacher trainer level); has trained trial lawyers from over 20 countries as founder of The Advocacy Coach; and has her own internationally acclaimed podcast, The Advocacy Podcast.


CONTACT

Karen Taylor, Head of Teaching & Learning, The Honourable Society of the Inner Temple, education@innertemple.org.uk

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]]> Unplanned – Navigating the unexpected at the Bar Unplanned – Navigating the unexpected at the Bar Tue, 03 Mar 2026 04:04:00 GMT 28:05 69a59c9f5517cf499dd14110 false https://www.innertemple.org.uk/podcast/ 69a59c9f5517cf499dd14110 6925d7f9e85b4ee0f9ce4463 Coping, care and continuing at the Bar through life’s unexpected moments. full 1 4 Life doesn’t always run to schedule, even at the Bar. This podcast opens up honest conversations about the unexpected events — mental health difficulties, burnout, bereavement, and other unplanned crises - that can suddenly reshape a barrister’s working life.


With voices from across the profession, we explore what happens when things fall apart, the pressures that can push people to step back or leave practice, and the support that helps them find their footing again. We look at how clerks, colleagues, and wellbeing specialists work together to offer practical adjustments and compassionate pathways back into practice.


This is a space for understanding and reassurance, shining a light on the help available when the unexpected happens.


RESOURCES

Inner Temple Website


ABOUT YOUR HOST

Sunyana Sharma is Head of the Inquest team at 3PB and, in addition to her inquest work, she practises in professional discipline and health and safety. She also sits as a Deputy District Judge in the County Court and as an Assistant Coroner. As a mum of two children, she is a mover and returner to the Bar. She has written for a number of publications, including an article on 'Kids, Court and Caffeine…How to survive having a baby at the Bar’ for The Barrister Magazine.


CONTACT

Karen Taylor, Head of Teaching & Learning, The Honourable Society of the Inner Temple, education@innertemple.org.uk


Trauma notice:

In this episode we’ll be referring to issues such as mental health, stress and burnout. If you experience any difficulties related to any of these issues, or as a result of listening to our podcast, please seek support from one of the organisations listed in the podcast resources.

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]]> Life doesn’t always run to schedule, even at the Bar. This podcast opens up honest conversations about the unexpected events — mental health difficulties, burnout, bereavement, and other unplanned crises - that can suddenly reshape a barrister’s working life.


With voices from across the profession, we explore what happens when things fall apart, the pressures that can push people to step back or leave practice, and the support that helps them find their footing again. We look at how clerks, colleagues, and wellbeing specialists work together to offer practical adjustments and compassionate pathways back into practice.


This is a space for understanding and reassurance, shining a light on the help available when the unexpected happens.


RESOURCES

Inner Temple Website


ABOUT YOUR HOST

Sunyana Sharma is Head of the Inquest team at 3PB and, in addition to her inquest work, she practises in professional discipline and health and safety. She also sits as a Deputy District Judge in the County Court and as an Assistant Coroner. As a mum of two children, she is a mover and returner to the Bar. She has written for a number of publications, including an article on 'Kids, Court and Caffeine…How to survive having a baby at the Bar’ for The Barrister Magazine.


CONTACT

Karen Taylor, Head of Teaching & Learning, The Honourable Society of the Inner Temple, education@innertemple.org.uk


Trauma notice:

In this episode we’ll be referring to issues such as mental health, stress and burnout. If you experience any difficulties related to any of these issues, or as a result of listening to our podcast, please seek support from one of the organisations listed in the podcast resources.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Parenting in Practice Parenting in Practice Tue, 03 Feb 2026 04:04:00 GMT 35:06 697fcff608827ddf8f52d688 false https://www.innertemple.org.uk/podcast/ 697fcff608827ddf8f52d688 6925d7f9e85b4ee0f9ce4463 Sharing stories of parenthood and practice at the Bar full 1 3 Three barristers, one shared challenge: balancing the demands of life at the Bar with the realities of parenthood.


With honesty, warmth, and insight, they take listeners through the journey of caring responsibilities - from discovering a baby is on the way, to parental leave, returning to practice, and the shifting dynamics as children grow.


Alongside their own stories, they offer understanding, experience, and inspiration for anyone navigating the joys and pressures of raising a family while building a career at the Bar.


RESOURCES

Inner Temple Website


ABOUT YOUR HOST

Sunyana Sharma is Head of the Inquest team at 3PB and, in addition to her inquest work, she practises in professional discipline and health and safety. She also sits as a Deputy District Judge in the County Court and as an Assistant Coroner. As a mum of two children, she is a mover and returner to the Bar. She has written for a number of publications, including an article on 'Kids, Court and Caffeine…How to survive having a baby at the Bar’ for The Barrister Magazine.


CONTACT

Karen Taylor, Head of Teaching & Learning, The Honourable Society of the Inner Temple, education@innertemple.org.uk

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]]> Three barristers, one shared challenge: balancing the demands of life at the Bar with the realities of parenthood.


With honesty, warmth, and insight, they take listeners through the journey of caring responsibilities - from discovering a baby is on the way, to parental leave, returning to practice, and the shifting dynamics as children grow.


Alongside their own stories, they offer understanding, experience, and inspiration for anyone navigating the joys and pressures of raising a family while building a career at the Bar.


RESOURCES

Inner Temple Website


ABOUT YOUR HOST

Sunyana Sharma is Head of the Inquest team at 3PB and, in addition to her inquest work, she practises in professional discipline and health and safety. She also sits as a Deputy District Judge in the County Court and as an Assistant Coroner. As a mum of two children, she is a mover and returner to the Bar. She has written for a number of publications, including an article on 'Kids, Court and Caffeine…How to survive having a baby at the Bar’ for The Barrister Magazine.


CONTACT

Karen Taylor, Head of Teaching & Learning, The Honourable Society of the Inner Temple, education@innertemple.org.uk

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Advocating for Advocate Advocating for Advocate Tue, 06 Jan 2026 04:04:00 GMT 31:45 695bbe87d78a078bf3ffb26a false https://www.innertemple.org.uk/podcast/ 695bbe87d78a078bf3ffb26a 6925d7f9e85b4ee0f9ce4463 Advocate in action: barristers on giving back and moving forward full 1 2 This episode is both an inspiring look at the role of pro bono at the Bar and a practical guide for barristers considering how volunteering can enrich their careers.


In this panel discussion, three barristers share their experiences of volunteering and mentoring with Advocate, the Bar’s national pro bono charity. Together, they explore the impact of pro bono work - not only on the clients who receive vital support, but also on their own professional and personal development.


The conversation highlights how engaging with pro bono work can be especially valuable for practitioners who are moving chambers, returning to practice, or navigating a career break - offering a meaningful way to stay connected, sharpen skills, and contribute to the profession.


RESOURCES

Inner Temple Website

Advocate website 


ABOUT YOUR HOST

Rachel Spearing KC is a Master of the Bench at The Honourable Society of Inner Temple. She leads the Movers & Returners programme at the Inn alongside the Education & Training Team in support of their Established Practitioner Programme. In 2012 she co-founded the Wellbeing at the Bar initiative with the General Council of the Bar.


CONTACT

To contact Faye Pauffley, Engagement Manager, Advocate: Email f.pauffley@weareadvocate.org.uk

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]]> This episode is both an inspiring look at the role of pro bono at the Bar and a practical guide for barristers considering how volunteering can enrich their careers.


In this panel discussion, three barristers share their experiences of volunteering and mentoring with Advocate, the Bar’s national pro bono charity. Together, they explore the impact of pro bono work - not only on the clients who receive vital support, but also on their own professional and personal development.


The conversation highlights how engaging with pro bono work can be especially valuable for practitioners who are moving chambers, returning to practice, or navigating a career break - offering a meaningful way to stay connected, sharpen skills, and contribute to the profession.


RESOURCES

Inner Temple Website

Advocate website 


ABOUT YOUR HOST

Rachel Spearing KC is a Master of the Bench at The Honourable Society of Inner Temple. She leads the Movers & Returners programme at the Inn alongside the Education & Training Team in support of their Established Practitioner Programme. In 2012 she co-founded the Wellbeing at the Bar initiative with the General Council of the Bar.


CONTACT

To contact Faye Pauffley, Engagement Manager, Advocate: Email f.pauffley@weareadvocate.org.uk

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Volunteering with Advocate to Support Moving and Returning in Practice Volunteering with Advocate to Support Moving and Returning in Practice Tue, 02 Dec 2025 04:04:00 GMT 21:17 692e0ad1fcd33ebbab7cc68d false https://www.innertemple.org.uk/podcast/ 692e0ad1fcd33ebbab7cc68d 6925d7f9e85b4ee0f9ce4463 full 1 1 In our inaugural episode, we sit down with the CEO and Engagement Manager of Advocate, the Bar’s national pro bono charity, to discuss how pro bono volunteering helps movers, returners, and those changing practice areas build skills, confidence and connections - while delivering vital legal support to those who need it most.


You will discover

  • How Advocate connects barristers with people in urgent need of representation and advice
  • How volunteering helps movers, returners and those changing practice area build skills and confidence
  • How cases are managed to balance the needs of the public with barrister capacity


RESOURCES

Inner Temple Website

Advocate website 


ABOUT YOUR HOST

Rachel Spearing KC is a Master of the Bench at The Honourable Society of Inner Temple. She leads the Movers & Returners programme at the Inn alongside the Education & Training Team in support of their Established Practitioner Programme. In 2012 she co-founded the Wellbeing at the Bar initiative with the General Council of the Bar.


CONTACT

To contact Faye Pauffley, Engagement Manager, Advocate: Email f.pauffley@weareadvocate.org.uk


DISCLAIMER

We’re delighted to welcome more barristers into the pro bono community. If listening to this episode inspires you to take on a case, please do get in touch.

This episode includes general commentary on Advocate’s insurance arrangements. Eligibility to be covered under Advocate’s insurance varies depending on individual circumstances, and the information discussed should not be relied upon as confirmation of eligibility. Barristers must sign up to our panel of volunteers and confirm their eligibility and insurance cover with Advocate before accepting a case. This information may not apply in all situations and should not be relied upon as confirmation of eligibility. 

If you have any questions about your eligibility or the scope of Advocate’s insurance cover, please contact a member of the Advocate team.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> In our inaugural episode, we sit down with the CEO and Engagement Manager of Advocate, the Bar’s national pro bono charity, to discuss how pro bono volunteering helps movers, returners, and those changing practice areas build skills, confidence and connections - while delivering vital legal support to those who need it most.


You will discover

  • How Advocate connects barristers with people in urgent need of representation and advice
  • How volunteering helps movers, returners and those changing practice area build skills and confidence
  • How cases are managed to balance the needs of the public with barrister capacity


RESOURCES

Inner Temple Website

Advocate website 


ABOUT YOUR HOST

Rachel Spearing KC is a Master of the Bench at The Honourable Society of Inner Temple. She leads the Movers & Returners programme at the Inn alongside the Education & Training Team in support of their Established Practitioner Programme. In 2012 she co-founded the Wellbeing at the Bar initiative with the General Council of the Bar.


CONTACT

To contact Faye Pauffley, Engagement Manager, Advocate: Email f.pauffley@weareadvocate.org.uk


DISCLAIMER

We’re delighted to welcome more barristers into the pro bono community. If listening to this episode inspires you to take on a case, please do get in touch.

This episode includes general commentary on Advocate’s insurance arrangements. Eligibility to be covered under Advocate’s insurance varies depending on individual circumstances, and the information discussed should not be relied upon as confirmation of eligibility. Barristers must sign up to our panel of volunteers and confirm their eligibility and insurance cover with Advocate before accepting a case. This information may not apply in all situations and should not be relied upon as confirmation of eligibility. 

If you have any questions about your eligibility or the scope of Advocate’s insurance cover, please contact a member of the Advocate team.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> <![CDATA[The Inner Temple Movers & Returners Podcast]]> Mon, 01 Dec 2025 21:09:31 GMT 0:53 6925d87330ebd3864806dcd0 false https://shows.acast.com/the-inner-temple-movers-returners-podcast/episodes/6925d87330ebd3864806dcd0 6925d87330ebd3864806dcd0 6925d7f9e85b4ee0f9ce4463 trailer The Inner Temple Movers & Returners Podcast supports colleagues at the Bar navigating career breaks, transfers and transitions. Hosted by Inner Temple practitioners, each monthly episode features guests with experience and expertise in moving and returning, offering guidance, tips and resources to aid retention and wellbeing at the Bar.


Subscribe now to gain the support and community you need to thrive and succeed at every step of your journey at the Bar.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> The Inner Temple Movers & Returners Podcast supports colleagues at the Bar navigating career breaks, transfers and transitions. Hosted by Inner Temple practitioners, each monthly episode features guests with experience and expertise in moving and returning, offering guidance, tips and resources to aid retention and wellbeing at the Bar.


Subscribe now to gain the support and community you need to thrive and succeed at every step of your journey at the Bar.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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