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Kicking off Series 4, Laura and Tom return to the format that started it all: two Property Lawyers, two Heads of Department, two microphones, and absolutely no shortage of opinions 🥴

After a busy few months, they reunite and catch up on what's been happening across the property industry, discuss the latest trends shaping the home-moving process, and share what's coming up for Bricks & Banter in the months ahead.

Along the way, Tom reaches his limit on a particular industry topic and delivers a rant that may strike a chord with anyone working in property. Whether you'll agree with him is another matter entirely 😂

Expect industry insight, honest conversation, a few laughs, and the usual Bricks & Banter mix of professionalism and controlled chaos.

Listen now and find out what's winding Tom up this time….

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Tom & Laura catch up on the summer, discuss the latest property industry news, Project 28 and conveyancing delays, and explore what's being done to speed up property transactions.

Plus, there's plenty of banter with Right Move or Wrong Move, listener questions and Room 101.

Many thanks to our sponsors Rowlinsons Solicitors and Bell Lamb & Joynson Solicitors

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In this episode of Bricks & Banter, we’re joined by Angela Hesketh, a leading voice from PEXA to understand how digital transformation is reshaping the UK property market from the inside out.

Angela shares her perspective on the evolution of conveyancing, the challenges holding the industry back, and how she believes PEXA can improve the conveyancing process.

Expect straight‑talk on innovation, real‑world insights from the frontline of conveyancing change, and a heck of a lot of laughs along the way  - all recorded from the luxury of a shed in Laura’s back garden 😂😂

Whether you’re a property professional or industry watcher, this is a conversation not to miss.

Many thanks to our sponsors Rowlinsons Solicitors and Bell Lamb & Joynson Solicitors

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In this episode of Bricks & Banter, Laura and Tom are joined by the brilliant and ever pragmatic Tom Lyes, founder of Tom Lyes Consulting (TLC!) Limited and widely known in the profession for his straight talking approach.  

Tom brings his trademark honesty, humour and industry insight to an open conversation about what really drives better collaboration and why supplier relationship management is so important.  

Expect practical takeaways and a few home truths and as always plenty of laughs along the way.  Tune in - because when Tom talks, everyone listens 🙌🏻

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In this episode of the award nominated Bricks & Banter, Tom and Laura are joined by Nick Chadbourne, CEO of Legal Marketing Services (LMS), for a long overdue chat about recent industry challenges. 

Nick also plays along with what we do best, speaking about humourous and random topics that were absolutely not in our prep notes! The result is a classic Bricks & Banter episode: plenty of laughs, a few unexpected detours, and genuinely interesting chat.....

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Get ready for an episode where compliance, and risk somehow become… actually entertaining. Yes, really...

This time around we are joined by Jane Pritchard and Tracey Longbottom from Forsyte, who share their passion for innovation and a commitment to empowering law firms to get risk assessment right! 

Expect:
😂 Surprising laughs about life challenges
🏗️ Real world stories of risks, rules, and the occasional ridiculous situation
📊 Insights from two experts who know their data and their drama
🔍 And of course, a bit of classic Bricks & Banter chaos

If you’ve ever wanted compliance advice served with a side of humour, this one’s for you.

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Join us for a festive edition of Bricks & Banter as we go live for our Christmas special! In this episode, we put aside the usual serious talk and unwrap our highlights of the year, share new features, along with a Christmas Quiz, and sprinkle in plenty of Christmas cheer. 

Expect laughter, insights, pure nonsense and a few surprises along the way as we celebrate the end of 2025 with our amazing family, friends and colleagues.

Chapters: 

PART 1

1. 00:00 - Intro & Welcome
   Live audience, introductions to Tom, Laura, producer Steve and Ruby, quick series recap and podcast stats.
2. 03:07 – Audience & Awards Highlights
   Family/friends/industry guests introduced, recap of events and award wins (BCA, Modern Law, BLJ “treble”, Rollinsons achievements).
3. 16:28 – Personal & Professional Highlights of 2025
   Laura: Rachel’s wedding, running & races, BLJ growth, new office, staff training; Tom: Skiing, Rollinsons’ staff development pride.
4. 23:01 – Feature: Fixture or Fitting?
   Tom vs Laura quiz on fixtures vs fittings. 
5. 29:30 – Christmas Quiz
   Steve’s 10‑question festive quiz with audience participation and results.

PART 2

1. 00:38:42 - Christmas Quiz Results
   Answers to the Christmas Trivia Quiz
2. 45:40 – Audience Q&A With Tom & Laura
   Questions from the live audience: life outside work, rumours, worst skills, Google history, Christmas compliance, bromance, spa treatments, dream guests and alternative careers.
3. 58:19 – Feature: Who Wants to Be a Conveyancer?
   Fastest-finger round, Rihanna plays the conveyancing quiz. 
4. 1:07:12 – Wheel of Misfortune & Street Challenge
   Laura’s completed street challenge video (asking stranger what a conveyancer does), new joint “hidden talents” challenge drawn, Tom’s satsuma party trick.
5. 01:13:01 - Series 2 Best Bits
   Highlights and laughs from Series 2 of Bricks and Banter
6. 1:11:30 – What’s Next & Closing
   Thank you for listening a Merry Christmas from Laura, Tom, Producer Steve & Ruby. 

Catch the next episode in January when we'll be interviewing, Tracy Longbottom

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In this first episode of Series 3, Tom and Laura take listeners behind the scenes of their own professional journeys. From challenges and decisions to the strategies that shaped their progression, they share insights into what it takes to "climb the ladder". Expect honest reflections and lighthearted humour as they continue to evolve as leaders…ohhh, and they have some fun 🤣!

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Set against the shimmering backdrop of London’s skyline aboard the elegant Silver Sturgeon yacht, Tom and Laura chat with industry leaders and legal professionals.  This special episode captures the vibrant energy of the Groundsure Annual Thames River Cruise - a highlight of the conveyancing and property industry calendar.

From the lively decks filled with Ibiza sunset vibes, this episode blends insight with the incredible atmosphere. Special guests include Celia Candebat, Catherine Shiers, Gary Miller, Malcolm Smith, Yanthe Richardson and Jonathan Stebbings, sharing behind-the-scenes stories and reflections on the power of networking with purpose.

Whether you're a property professional or just love a good party set on the Thames, this episode offers a unique blend of banter, insight, and inspiration.

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This week, we’re joined by the brilliant and bold Steph Walker, co-founder of The Agency UK (TAUK) — and trust us, she’s got more insight than your average property valuation.

We explore how Steph's reshaping the estate agency landscape with innovation, integrity, and a people-first mindset.

Steph shares her journey from traditional agency roots to building one of the UK’s most dynamic self-employed models. We discuss:

🔍 What makes TAUK stand out in a crowded market

💡 The power of community and collaboration in estate agency

🚀 How TAUK empowers agents to thrive independently

Whether you're in property, leadership, or just love a good story of disruption and drive, this episode is packed with insight.

🎧 Tune in now and discover why Steph believes the future of estate agency is personal, purposeful, and powered by people.

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In this latest episode of the Bricks & Banter podcast, hosts Tom Parkinson and Laura Cartwright chat with their guest Travis Scholes from LMS about his company's efforts to improve communication and standardisation within the Conveyancing profession.

Travis discusses the value LMS adds to the process through innovative solutions like the National Property Transaction Network, which aims to enhance data standardisation and trust among stakeholders. 

The episode concludes with light-hearted banter, including would-you-rather questions and a discussion about upcoming events.

Many thanks to our sponsors Rowlinsons Solicitors and Bell Lamb & Joynson Solicitors

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