Think Commercial

The perfect way to catch up on the week's news and boost your commercial awareness. We dive into carefully selected stories ranging from business to law and legal tech to show how they can be discussed in an interview. We analyse the stories in a simple way from a commercial point of view and draw links between them to outline essential trends in the economy.

Spilling the T on Diversity with Aishwarya Mohan

This week we are talking to the Founder-CEO of commercial and diversity-focused website, All Things Legal, Aishwarya Mohan, about diversity within law. Aishwarya is also a Top 14 Finalist for the LGBT Undergraduate of the Year award 2020 and Semi-Finalist (Top 3%) at the AS Commercial Awareness Competition 2020.

12-02
14:02

Why is Amazon entering the Gaming Market?

Let's take a look at Amazon's entrance in the gaming market and digital health. Let us know your thoughts on the show with a quick review! P.S. You can sign up for a free month of TBU PRO on our website right now..

09-28
08:35

Why is the EU issuing Green Bonds?

EU looks to Green Bonds as part of €750bn borrowing and there are some new updates on the TikTok saga! Remember you can Sign Up for a Free Month of The Legal Update to get your Legal Analysis and Interviews to shine in interviews. Visit our Website and hit on Register or search Join Us.

09-21
08:26

What's happening with Brexit?

In this week's episode, we discuss, Apple & Google's new Tracking Tool, Brexit Negotiations and Unilever cutting fossil fuels from all cleaning products by 2030!

09-07
12:06

Why has the UK entered a recession?

In today's episode, we look at why the UK has entered a recession and the loans received by private equity groups. If you enjoy the episode hit follow and leave us a review!

08-18
06:53

What effect did the Eat Out to Help Out Scheme have?

In today's episode we look at the Kodak share increase and the fact that they’re now under SEC investigation. As a second story we discuss the impact of the Eat Out to Help Out scheme!

08-13
07:26

Why are Staycations on the rise?

In this episode, we discuss the big tech hearing before congress in the US, the rise of Staycations and Microsoft's interest in TikTok. If you enjoy the show be sure to hit follow and leave us a review!

08-03
11:42

Will we have a COVID-19 Vaccine in 2020?

In today's episode we discuss Slack filing an EU antitrust complaint against Microsoft, US investors wanting to buy TikTok and he ongoing vaccine/treatment developments and how this links to complex legal issues around creation and distribution. If you enjoy the show hit follow and leave us a review! We'd love to hear your thoughts!

07-28
10:23

How was Twitter Hacked?

Today we've got a slightly shorter episode but equally rich in content! We're looking specifically at how Apple won the court battle with the EU over tax payments and how Twitter was hacked. If you enjoy the show hit follow and leave us a review!

07-21
06:04

Why did Tech Companies bar access to User Data in Hong Kong?

In today's episode, we discuss Boohoo's Modern Slavery Allegations, Tech Companies barring officials access to user data and the souring relationship between the EU and the US over the Digital Tax. Please hit follow and leave us a review if you enjoy the show!

07-13
10:46

Why does Google want to track Heart Rates?

In today's episode we look at Google's acquisition of Fitbit, the EU-UK Trade Negotiations and the growth of the Mobile Gaming Market. Hit follow to never miss out on new episodes and leave us a review if you enjoy the show!

07-06
11:40

How has COVID-19 impacted Dating Apps?

Today we discuss the Wirecard Scandal, Facebook's set back in Brazil and COVID-19's impact on Dating Apps. Hit follow to avoid missing out on new episodes! Leave us a review if you like the show!

06-29
14:50

Why did Amazon ban police use of its Facial Recognition software?

This week we explore the ban on facial recognition Softwares for Police forces, the EU's decision to support vulnerable companies and the growth of Cryptocurrencies in Africa. Hit follow to avoid missing out on new episodes and leave us a review if you enjoy the show!  Thank you for listening!

06-22
09:48

Entering the Legal Industry after COVID-19 with Syed Ahmed

In today's episode, we are joined by Syed, a commercial barrister at Normanton Chambers. We discuss how COVID-19 has changed the Legal Industry and in particular the Bar. We then move to consider how students can leverage their experiences during this period to stand out in applications and some inspiring insights from Syed's journey to becoming a barrister. Remember to hit follow to avoid missing out on new episodes! If you enjoy the show let us know with a review! 

06-15
16:16

Why should companies support BLM?

Donations https://www.gofundme.com/f/rip-belly-mujinga - Belly Mujinga Funeral Costs https://www.stophateuk.org/donate-to-stop-hate-uk/- Tackles hate crime and discrimination by working with local authorities https://uk.gofundme.com/f/ukblm-fund -BLM UK https://www.gofundme.com/f/black-protest-legal-support-uk - Black ProtestLegal Support UK  Petitions https://www.change.org/p/mayor-jacob-frey-justice-for-george-floyd-Justice for George Floyd https://www.change.org/p/andy-beshear-justice-for-breonna-taylor - Justice for Breonna Taylor https://www.change.org/p/uk-parliament-amend-the-british-school-curriculum-to-teach-about-racism-and-british-history-336532f2-2294-45b4-9efa-8efdbfd72922?recruiter=55826512&recruited_by_id=1029c480-c96c-0130-0da4-00221964dac8  - Amend the British School Curriculum to Teach About Racism and British History  https://www.change.org/p/department-of-education-ban-the-use-of-the-n-word-in-primary-and-secondary-school-s-curriculum - Ban the use of the N-word in Primary and Secondary School's Curriculum  https://www.change.org/p/united-states-supreme-court-end-qualified-immunity-0303c9ae-36e1-4574-a409-d71b8f85386b?recruiter=1101023561&recruited_by_id=9547e8a0-a3b4-11ea-a35d-ff3ad1cc9269&utm_source=share_petition&utm_medium=copylink&utm_campaign=petition_dashboard- Ending qualified immunity in the US  Black-owned business Florist- http://sunflorist.co.uk Clothing Line- http://coldlaundrystores.com Fitness- https://ohmariafiit.com Skincare- https://theglowpot.com Candles (Ships Internationally)- https://www.predominantlyblack.com/collections/smudge-wands Nails- https://www.fresha.com/nails-by-kmoore-jg6vkg3u/booking?menu=true Instagram: nailsby_kmoore Books Why I’m No Longer Talking to White People About Race- by Reni Edo-Lodge So You Want to Talk About Race- Ijeoma OluoI Know Why the Caged Bird Sings- Maya AngelouHow to be an Antiracist- Ibram X. Kendi TedTalks https://www.ted.com/playlists/250/talks_to_help_you_understand_r?utm_content=playlist&utm_campaign=social&utm_term=social-justice&utm_source=linkedin.com&utm_medium=referral Technology and Racial Bias (what people need to be aware of with the rise of Artificial Intelligence) https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2013/04/seeking-fairness-in-ads/https://www.nytimes.com/2019/11/15/technology/algorithmic-ai-bias.htmlhttps://www.propublica.org/article/machine-bias-risk-assessments-in-criminal-sentencing Contact your local MPhttps://www.parliament.uk/get-involved/contact-your-mp/

06-08
13:59

Why have Law Firms stopped hiring?

In this episode we take a look at the hiring freeze in the Legal Industry, the EU's tactics to counter the economic impact of COVID-19 and the recent Hong Kong protests. Remember to hit follow and to drop a review if you enjoy the show!

06-02
15:37

Why is Facebook turning to Online Shopping?

Facebook turns to Online Shopping, EU exits lockdown as we consider the US-China decoupling.

05-25
14:46

How will COVID-19 transform the Legal Industry? feat. Adam North

We have a special episode this week! Joining us on the show is Adam, a Legal Recruiter at Kissoon Carr. He will offer us extremely valuable insights into how the legal industry is being impacted by COVID-19 and how it could be transformed in the future. Be sure to hit follow to never miss out on any new episodes!

05-18
29:16

Why are Virgin Media and O2 merging?

Law: Legal Challenge Launched over UK Government Lockdown Business: Regulators should be on high alert for Virgin Media and O2 merger Legal Tech: UK launches tracing app to combat coronavirus

05-11
14:14

Why did Slaughter & May pause its Legal Tech Programmes?

Law: Mishcon Moves blocks Zoom Calls Unless Client Consents Business: Asia’s emerging markets brace for economic fallout of coronavirus Legal Tech: Slaughters Presses Pause on Tech Programmes Citing COVID-19

05-04
14:59

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